Interior - Door Panel Lifts When Closing Window
06-043July 11, 2006
Applies To:
2005 Accord 2-door LX and EX - ALL
2006 Accord 2-door L4 - From VIN 1HGCM7...6A000001 thru 1HGCM7...6A010034
2006 Accord 2-door V6 - From VIN 1HGCM8...6A000001 thru 1HGCM8...6A011938
Driver's Door Panel Lifts When Closing the Window
SYMPTOM
The driver's door panel lifts when closing the window.
PROBABLE CAUSE
There is insufficient clearance between the door panel and the door glass.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Realign the inner door skin.
PARTS INFORMATION
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
In warranty: The normal warranty applies.
Operation Number: 815027
Flat Rate Time: 0.5 hour
Failed Part: P/N 72375-SDN-A01
H/C 7174352
Defect Code: 03214
Symptom Code: 07302
Template ID: 06-043A
Skill Level: Repair Technician
Out of warranty:
Any repair performed after warranty expiration may be eligible for goodwill consideration by the District Parts and Service Manager or your Zone Office. You must request consideration, and get a decision, before starting work.
REPAIR PROCEDURE
1. Remove the driver's door panel:
^ Refer to page 20-9 of the 2003-2006 Accord Service Manual.
^ Online, enter keyword DOOR PANEL, and select Door Panel Removal/Installation (2-Door) from the list.
2. Remove the outer door sash trim and the outer mirror:
^ Refer to page 20-20 of the service manual.
^ Online, enter keyword DOOR SASH, and select Door Sash Trim Replacement (2-Door) from the list.
3. Using Vernier calipers, measure the gap between the inner and outer door skins along the top edge. Start from the rear glass run channel and continue forward 150-200 mm.
^ If the measurement is less than 30.5 mm, go to step 4.
^ If the measurement is more than 30.5 mm, this bulletin does not apply. Continue with normal troubleshooting.
4. Using wide mouth locking pliers with protective tape on the jaws, bend the inner door skin toward the middle of the car until the 30.5 mm gap is achieved.
5. Install a new door glass inner weatherstrip. It is not necessary to replace the door panel.
6. Loosely attach the door sash trim to avoid damage to the outer weatherstrip.
7. Install the outer weatherstrip.
8. Tighten the door sash trim.
9. Install the door panel and the outer mirror in the reverse order of removal.
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