Body - Front Windows Screech/Squeak When Operated

08-033

July 3, 2008

Applies To:
2007 MDX - ALL
2008 MDX- From VIN 2HNYD2...8H500001 thru 2HNYD2...8H514156

Front Windows Screech or Squeak When Going Up or Down

SYMPTOM

There is a screeching or squeaking when raising or lowering the front windows.

PROBABLE CAUSE

The end of the inner weatherstrip at the top of the door panel twists when the window is raised or lowered, and the window rubs against the rubber part of the inner weatherstrip.

CORRECTIVE ACTION

Replace the front door inner weatherstrip on one or both front doors.

PARTS INFORMATION

Front Door Inner Weatherstrip:
P/N 72375-STX-A01 (Driver's side)
P/N 72335-STX-A01 (Passenger's side)

REQUIRED MATERIALS

EPT Sealer 5T (One roll repairs about 140 vehicles.)
P/N 06991-SA5-000

WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION





In warranty:
The normal warranty applies.

Failed Part: P/N 72375-STX-A01

Defect Code: 07403

Symptom Code: 04205

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

Replace the front door inner weatherstrip on the affected side(s).

1. Remove the front door panel:

^ Refer to steps 1 thru 6 on page 20-9 of the 2007-08 MDX Service Manual, or

^ Online, enter keywords DOOR PANEL, and select Front Door Panel Removal/Installation from the list.





2. Replace the front door inner weatherstrip:

^ Remove the front door inner weatherstrip by straightening the tabs with a screwdriver, noting the direction the tabs are bent. Remove any EPT sealer attaching the front door inner weatherstrip to the door panel, then pull the weatherstrip off the door panel.





^ Install the front door inner weatherstrip by pressing it against the door panel, then bend the tabs with your finger. Make sure you bend the tabs in the same direction as the original weatherstrip's tabs.





^ Cut two 35 mm x 10 mm pieces of EPT sealer, and attach one piece to each end of the inner weatherstrip and door panel as shown.





3. Install the door panel in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:

^ If any door panel clips are damaged or stress whitened, replace them with new ones.

^ If the door latch cable fastener is damaged, replace it.

^ With the door latch in its locked position, fix the latch cable to the cable fastener as shown below.

^ Make sure the electrical connectors are properly connected, and that the door latch cable is securely attached.

^ Make sure the window and the power door lock operate correctly.





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