Every Time I get out of my car I get shocked!

20SI08 · 12-23-2007, 05:52 AM

So I just got my new Si, and I love it. I have one complaint tho, every time I get out of my car and close the door I get shocked. Now i know its probably from my seats, but it happends every time I get out of the car, and its getting ennoying. Im gonna be pissed one of these days I go to get gas and I blow up..... lol.....
Does anyone else have this problem..... I only have about 800 miles on the car......maybe it will go away after a while???

jonesthewine · 12-23-2007, 06:06 AM

a very common winter occurance...dry air exacerbates the problem....and it's not civic specific.

from Static electricity - What creates static charge & static shock? Learn how to create & eliminate it -

" As you walk across a carpet, electrons move from the rug to you. Now you have extra electrons and a negative static charge. Touch a door knob and ZAP! The door knob is a conductor. The electrons jump from you to the knob, and you feel the static shock.

We usually only notice static electricity in the winter when the air is very dry. During the summer, the air is more humid. The water in the air helps electrons move off you more quickly, so you can not build up as big a static charge. "

20SI08 · 12-23-2007, 06:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jonesthewine

a very common winter occurance...dry air exacerbates the problem....and it's not civic specific.

from Static electricity - What creates static charge & static shock? Learn how to create & eliminate it -

" As you walk across a carpet, electrons move from the rug to you. Now you have extra electrons and a negative static charge. Touch a door knob and ZAP! The door knob is a conductor. The electrons jump from you to the knob, and you feel the static shock.

We usually only notice static electricity in the winter when the air is very dry. During the summer, the air is more humid. The water in the air helps electrons move off you more quickly, so you can not build up as big a static charge. "

Oh, I know about all that.... this aint my first car, and I nver been shocked this bad before.... its starting to hurt...
So what your saying in the summer it should get better?
I was just wondering if anyone else was having the same problem...?? thanks for the help...

**CameronJr9** · 12-23-2007, 08:26 AM

No need for double posts. Thanks!

**webby** · 12-27-2007, 05:29 AM

How to Get out of a Car Without Getting Shocked by Static Electricity

Do you embarrass yourself by yelping every time you exit a car? There are simple procedures for preventing static shocks.
Steps

1. Be aware of your clothing. Synthetic materials, such as most modern fleeces, increase the risk of static shock.
2. Shoes are also important. For example, beach shoes with foam soles are more or less guaranteed to shock you.
3. When you exit the car, grip the metal frame of the door for a couple of seconds before you let your feet touch the ground. The static charge is balanced when you're still seated, when you get up the charge of your clothing doesn't have the opposite charge to hold it where it is. Having your hand on the car frame when get up lets it discharge more slowly. All you need to know is that it works.
4. Wear an anti-static wristband, if possible. These are sold at most electronics stores. They provide a conductive path to ground.

Tips

* Touch the glass as you exit, this will discharge any electricity as well with no shock!
* Use an anti-static laundry spray on your car's seats and floor.
* Hold a key in your hand and touch the metal door frame as you exit. It acts as a lightning rod and discharges the static without pain.
* Here's a simple technique: tap the door with your knuckle as you exit. Your knuckle is much less sensitive than your fingertip and you won't feel the zap.

Warnings

* This is actually a safety tip, as static electricity, if not discharged, has actually caused small explosions at gas pumps. You should never re-enter your car while gassing up, as this can provide more static electricity. If you must, make sure you follow the directions above to discharge the electricity before you get anywhere near the fuel pump!

12-23-2007, 05:52 AM	#1 (permalink)
20SI08 Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Phoenix, Arizona Posts: 30 iTrader: 0 / 0%	Every Time I get out of my car I get shocked! So I just got my new Si, and I love it. I have one complaint tho, every time I get out of my car and close the door I get shocked. Now i know its probably from my seats, but it happends every time I get out of the car, and its getting ennoying. Im gonna be pissed one of these days I go to get gas and I blow up..... lol..... Does anyone else have this problem..... I only have about 800 miles on the car......maybe it will go away after a while???

12-23-2007, 08:26 AM	#4 (permalink)
CameronJr9 Crazy Yellow Puppet Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Louisville, KY Age: 28 Posts: 25,187 Back and Forth Forever iTrader: 6 / 100%	No need for double posts. Thanks! __________________

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12-23-2007, 06:06 AM	#2 (permalink)
jonesthewine Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Mexico Age: 44 Posts: 417 Carlos Castaneda iTrader: 0 / 0%	a very common winter occurance...dry air exacerbates the problem....and it's not civic specific. from Static electricity - What creates static charge & static shock? Learn how to create & eliminate it - " As you walk across a carpet, electrons move from the rug to you. Now you have extra electrons and a negative static charge. Touch a door knob and ZAP! The door knob is a conductor. The electrons jump from you to the knob, and you feel the static shock. We usually only notice static electricity in the winter when the air is very dry. During the summer, the air is more humid. The water in the air helps electrons move off you more quickly, so you can not build up as big a static charge. "

12-27-2007, 05:29 AM	#5 (permalink)
webby Acorns! Join Date: May 2005 Location: Storage Room B Posts: 12,585 iTrader: 11 / 100%	How to Get out of a Car Without Getting Shocked by Static Electricity Do you embarrass yourself by yelping every time you exit a car? There are simple procedures for preventing static shocks. Steps 1. Be aware of your clothing. Synthetic materials, such as most modern fleeces, increase the risk of static shock. 2. Shoes are also important. For example, beach shoes with foam soles are more or less guaranteed to shock you. 3. When you exit the car, grip the metal frame of the door for a couple of seconds before you let your feet touch the ground. The static charge is balanced when you're still seated, when you get up the charge of your clothing doesn't have the opposite charge to hold it where it is. Having your hand on the car frame when get up lets it discharge more slowly. All you need to know is that it works. 4. Wear an anti-static wristband, if possible. These are sold at most electronics stores. They provide a conductive path to ground. Tips * Touch the glass as you exit, this will discharge any electricity as well with no shock! * Use an anti-static laundry spray on your car's seats and floor. * Hold a key in your hand and touch the metal door frame as you exit. It acts as a lightning rod and discharges the static without pain. * Here's a simple technique: tap the door with your knuckle as you exit. Your knuckle is much less sensitive than your fingertip and you won't feel the zap. Warnings * This is actually a safety tip, as static electricity, if not discharged, has actually caused small explosions at gas pumps. You should never re-enter your car while gassing up, as this can provide more static electricity. If you must, make sure you follow the directions above to discharge the electricity before you get anywhere near the fuel pump!