Honda says to remove it whenever the car gets wet - seriously? With a difficult install, that's a lot of work! It is really necessary?
143520
I agree that it is a difficult installation. So difficult that when I found that the space between nose sections where the tabs had to go were so tight that they wouldn't fit without removing some bolts, I put it back in the box and returned the cover. I do think that water under the cover would eventually damage the paint finish on the car. Not worth the trouble involved.
143521
I've been using full nose masks for 8 years on my Civic then, now, my Accord. I take it off once a year in the spring to give it a good power wash on the felt side. Other than that, I leave it on the car (but, it's garaged). I've never had problems with mold or paint damage. I've had problems with the tabs not staying under the headlights, or not being able to slide them in. I just cut them off with a razor blade and the the mask form a little air scoop that doesn't bother me, after I got used to it, otherwise, anyone else won't notice it as being abnormal at all.
143522
I've not removed mine since I've had it. Not had any problems that I'm aware of. I go thru the carwash and everything with it.
143523
I normally don't remove it when it gets wet from a rain storm or traveling down the highway. However, I would remove it if I am taking a car through a carwash. It is also a good idea to remove it when you aren't towing for a period of time. There are two reasons why you want to occasionally remove it and clean it. (1) If it gets wet and stays on for a long time (months) it will probably discolor the paint. (2) Dirt collects underneath the nose mask and could possibly scratch the paint. You will find that with practice the install gets easier.
143524
are you serious? what happen when I just leave it ON- wet?I have never tried to take it OFF, I paid the dealer to put it on.
143525
We never remove it. And I Looked at it this morning and don't see any damage. Also its not very hard to install it took me about 5 min. to install it.
143526
Howdy, you're are right it is a difficult installation....the good news is it does get easier (Camping World took it off to install the tow brackets on my CRV). Anyway....it rained heavily today and I drove the CRV in the rain... I suppose mold might build up under the nose mask (I have heard of that happening on other brands)...I hope not tough!
1227789
It's not easy to get it, is it? Without instructions what we did was put the cover on top (after threading the string through the holes) and then tied the string tight so it stayed. I was not happy with the cover and have since tossed it...it sagged in the middle and trapped rainwater that would turn muddy and it was impossible to remove the cover without getting muddy water in the pool. The cover design needs improvement. Good luck.
540489
I have not tried it since what I read said it is not necessary. I think removing it often may stretch it out. I don't really think it is necessary to remove it. I also think it would not be the easiest thing to do if you did decide to remove it and get it back.
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although it is super water and oil resistant it is not typically a plug you'd use for "water conditions." To me, it's more about where it plugs in- at those two connection points will water have the opportunity to get between both contacts? If it does then you need to change conditions. its not water tight connectors it is the "covering" they are suggesting that is. So if the car were 10 feet away under a carport and both ends were shielded from direct rain i'd be most likely ok with it- but exposed on both ends- I'd suggest being careful and not using it that way. Hope that helps- j:-) although it is super water and oil resistant it is not typically a plug you'd use for "water conditions." To me, it's more about where it plugs in- at those two connection points will water have the opportunity to get between both contacts? If it does then you need to change conditions. its not water tight connectors it is the "covering" they are suggesting that is. So if the car were 10 feet away under a carport and both ends were shielded from direct rain i'd be most likely ok with it- but exposed on both ends- I'd suggest being careful and not using it that way. Hope... » Read More although it is super water and oil resistant it is not typically a plug you'd use for "water conditions." To me, it's more about where it plugs in- at those two connection points will water have the opportunity to get between both contacts? If it does then you need to change conditions. its not water tight connectors it is the "covering" they are suggesting that is. So if the car were 10 feet away under a carport and both ends were shielded from direct rain i'd be most likely ok with it- but exposed on both ends- I'd suggest being careful and not using it that way. Hope that helps- j:-) « Show Less
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I'm sure you've noticed that those of us responding to your question are consumers not the distributor. This cover is beyond extra-large and you'll want to strap it down to avoid it blowing off of a smaller vehicle like a Civic. Personally, we were very disappointed with the product and supplier . . . it didn't even last a year before it ripped and crumbled to pieces and our weather isn't that severe in the Pacific NW. Can't in good conscience give it a recommendation.
603038
I did it dry but i believe if you leave it in some warm place just for couple minutes it will help you to install it easier.
1025011
You have to put a little manpower into it . I asked my husband to remove it for me. I think the water pressure builds up as it flows.
1074157
Not at all. It fit like a champ. The hardest part of installing it was removing the rear seats. Have to say I really wish that we bought this the day we took the car home. BTW... did you hear about the 900,000+ Honda Odyssey recall? Something about the fuel line potentially cracking. Notices set to go out late April.
1658588
Hi Jason, I suggest to have it remove by a professional installation guy for car audio system. If you are not familiar on the unit, removing it on your own may cause damage for both the device and on your vehicle. -Ely
100756
There are YouTube videos available that show you how to remove the panel and radio. I installed an aftermarket Bluetooth kit shortly after purchasing my Rav 4 utilizing one of these videos and it wasn't difficult. If you have some masking tape and a plastic panel tool (available on Amazon) it makes it very unlikely you will do any damage when popping off the panel pieces. PS... Having since purchased this item, I do feel the need to further add that there is no installation documentation with this whatsoever. Just a very brief end-user type guide. You are entirely on your own as far as putting it in. Not all the connections are "self explanatory".
1487647
Yes must remove stock honda mats. The front mats especially, since there is a locking mechanism. The stock honda mats can go in top for added protection, but I like these as the only mats in the car.
159833
We took it out on a sunny day, however there was still water in the curbside from the earlier ran and muddy water got caught inside the tires. It is not exposed to the lights, however it does not come out easily. I took the entire tire off to attempt to drain water and could get most of it out, but not all of it. I dont think it is meant to be in water. Mud also found its way into the battery compartment just from the splashing. :(
729192
It attaches pretty firmly which is one of the ways it prevents water seepage. I don't know for sure if it is easy to remove as I haven't tried that. I would say that if you find one that is easy to remove, it might not do as it promises.
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It's not a bad idea to remove it to be on the safe side although I've left it on before without any problems. The two questions that I would ask are 1) is it a touchless car wash and 2) how well does the antenna "stick" to your roof. Touchless car wash should be fine although even a scrubber wash might be okay too, dependent upon how close/tight the scrubber works on the roof. The roof of a truck for example sits higher than a car so it might be more likely for the scrubber to remove the antenna. On my sedan I had no problem. As far as "stickiness", when I affix my antenna to the roof it makes a "ka-thunk" sound so I know it's really sticking down hard. If it's not sticking down hard for you then you might want to remove it for car washes.
649035
BMW dealer removes it every time they wash my car. I was advised to remove it. Haven't done it yet
1004612
yeah, my issue was having it in my car for 2-3 months and then removing it to us in my wife's car and/or rentals on trips. the rubber baked into the windshield and once you got the cup removed it left bits on the windshield and make the surface of the rubber rough, that then made it impossible to "suction" back on.****disclaimer: loved the unit-unitl it was stolen!****
480132
Oh definitely yes! You install it with water, and it sticks to the window with static, so yes, it is very easy to remove when you want it gone.