washer fluid heater - where to install in 2001 Civic?

Question

I purchased the MotoMaster HotWash Windshield Washer Fluid Heater from CanadianTire.ca

When I popped the hood of my 2001 Honda Civic to figure out where to install this, the only place I could find where it would fit is just above the radiator fans - I just need to move a few electrical cables and bolt the box to the chassis near the hood lock mechanism.

This is the first time ever I'd add anything under the hood (I'm not a mechanic-head) and I'm surprised at how tight the space is.

Any better suggestions of where to install this? Has anyone installed this that can share their experience?

Thanks, Richard snipped-for-privacy@ncf.ca

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JoBlo · Accepted Answer

There was a recall on this...dunno if they fix it.>

rvp · Answer

Yes, Canadian Tire recalled all of them, and the one they are nowselling has been fixed, although I couldn't say what the difference is,not having opened this unit and not having seen the previous one.Canadian Tire is a big enough corporation that one has to conclude thatif they're once again selling it, they have no safety concerns.JoBlo wrote:

John S. · Answer

Before you go too far be sure to read this thread.

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shows how one guy installed it, but there is some indication of aquality issue.

switched, a ground and route the washer hose through the heater tank. There is not a whole lot of extra room under the hood of a civic so you will need to find a way to mount it so the nipples are vertical.

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