Honda Life Stalling? Bad Water Sensor May Be The Culprit

Hey there! I had a similar issue with my '09 Honda Fit (gasoline). The symptoms you're describing match what I experienced, unusual stalling, starting problems, and warning lights. Turned out my car's sensor wiring harness had corroded and was causing intermittent connection issues. The mechanic found that moisture had gotten into the connector, causing false readings and making the engine management system go haywire. The fix involved replacing the wiring harness and connector assembly. It wasn't a major repair in terms of engine work, but it definitely needed immediate attention since it was affecting the car's drivability and safety. I'd suggest getting it checked soon, these symptoms usually don't fix themselves and can leave you stranded. Just from my experience, ignoring sensor issues can lead to bigger problems down the line. Hope this helps with your diagnosis.

Hey, thanks for sharing your experience! That wiring harness issue sounds exactly like what I might be dealing with. Been meaning to ask, do you remember roughly how much the repair set you back? Also, has everything been running smoothly since the fix, or have you noticed any other quirks pop up? Just wanna know what I might be in for with this repair.

Hey again! Great news, I took your advice and got it sorted! The mechanic confirmed it was indeed a faulty connection in the water sensor wiring, just like what happened with my Honda Fit. The total bill came to 365€, which covered fixing the defective cable connection. Honestly, it was worth every penny! The car's been running like a charm since the repair, no more unusual stalling or starting issues, and that pesky warning light hasn't shown up again. It's such a relief not having to worry about getting stranded somewhere! One tip though, I'd recommend keeping an eye on any sensor-related warnings in the future. These things can sometimes act up again if moisture finds its way in, but so far I haven't had any issues since the fix. Really glad I could help point you in the right direction with this one. These older Hondas are generally super reliable, but they do have their quirks with electrical stuff sometimes!

Thanks for the follow-up! I actually just got back from the mechanic myself. What a relief to finally have this fixed! My repair was a bit pricier, came to about 450€ since they had to replace some corroded connectors too. But honestly, it's worth every cent just to have peace of mind while driving. Funny enough, my mechanic mentioned the same thing about keeping an eye on moisture issues. He showed me the old wiring, it was pretty nasty with corrosion. He gave me some tips about checking for early warning signs, like weird electrical glitches, before they become major problems. The best part? My car's running super smooth now. No more unusual shutdowns, and that annoying warning light has finally stopped haunting my dashboard. It's like driving a different car! Really appreciate you sharing your experience, it helped me push to get this sorted instead of putting it off any longer. Guess sometimes these older cars just need a bit of TLC to keep them running right. Thanks again for all your help!