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Mirrors - Whistling Heard From Either Side


91honda01

Model Applicable To

1988-1991 ALL
CIVIC


File Under Bulletin No.

BODY 91-009

Issue Date
APR 12, 1991


Wind Noise from Either Side Mirror





SYMPTOM

Whistling heard from either outside mirror when driving at speeds over 40 mph. It becomes louder when the window is rolled down.

CORRECTIVE ACTION

Remove the plate in the mirror base assembly..


1. Pull the mirror back exposing the plastic plate.

2. Hold the mirror in the open position by pressing the back of the mirror assembly towards the car with one hip.

CAUTION: Keep the mirror in the fully open position during the procedure. Injury to the hands and fingers could result if the mirror snaps back unexpectedly.

3. With a phillips screwdriver, remove and discard the two small screws and the plate.


WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION

In warranty: The normal warranty applies.

Out-of-warranty: Any repair performed after warranty expiration may be eligible for goodwill consideration by the District Service Manager. You must request consideration, and get the DSM's decision, before starting work.

Operation number: Left: 820010
Right: 821010

Flat rate time: 0.2 hours

Failed part: P/N 76250-SH4-A02
H/C 3101854

Defect code: 056 (wind noise)

Contention code: B07