Service Bulletin

Service Bulletin
15-011
March 25, 2015
01438 Version 1
Wind Noise from the Side Windows
AFFECTED VEHICLES
Year
2014
Model
Accord
2015
Accord
Trim
ALL 4-door
4-door, L4
4-door, V6
VIN Range
ALL
1HGCR2…FA000001 to 1HGCR2...FA086310
1HGCR3…FA000001 to 1HGCR3…FA015025
SYMPTOM
There is a noticeable wind noise at ear level from either the driver’s door or the front passenger’s window.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
The wind noise is caused by either a gap between the run channel and sash trim or a gap between the run channel and
the inner sash.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Test drive the vehicle and to determine the location(s) of the wind noise. If the wind noise is heard at ear level from
either the driver’s or passenger’s side window or along the pillar, tape it off and see if the noise goes away. If the wind
noise goes away, this bulletin applies. If the wind noise is still heard, the bulletin does not apply, troubleshoot and repair
as needed. Based on your results, replace the affected run channel(s) and sash trim(s) (see REPAIR PROCEDURE A)
or replace the affected sash trim(s) and apply EPT sealer to the run channel groove (see REPAIR PROCEDURE B.)
REQUIRED MATERIALS
Part Name
3M Adhesion Promoter
Part Number
Quantity
06396
1
06990-SA5-000
1
08F20-S9A-10003
1
Commercially
available
1
(Use if 08F20-S9A-10003 is not available. One box fixes 10 vehicles.)
EPT Sealer
(One roll repairs about 165 vehicles.)
Adhesion Promoter Kit
(One packet repairs one vehicle.)
Rubbing Alcohol (degreaser)
CUSTOMER INFORMATION: The information in this bulletin is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools,
equipment, and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These procedures should not be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you
should not assume this bulletin applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To determine whether this information
applies, contact an authorized Honda automobile dealer.
© 2015 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. – All Rights Reserved
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PARTS INFORMATION
Part Name
Part Number
Quantity
Channel, Right Front
72235-T2F-A02
1
Channel, Left Front
72275-T2F-A02
1
Garnish, Right Front (L4)
72430-T2F-A01
1
Garnish, Right Front (V6)
72430-T2G-A01
1
Garnish, Left Front (L4)
72470-T2F-A01
1
Garnish, Left Front (V6)
72470-T2G-A01
1
TOOL INFORMATION
Part Name
Part Number
Trim Tool (or equivalent)
SILTRIMTL10
Quantity
1
This tool is available through the Honda Tool and Equipment Program at 888-424-6857.
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
The normal warranty applies.
NOTE: There is a Repair Procedure A and B for both (L4) and (V6) models. Make sure you are performing the correct
repair procedure for the correct vehicle.
Repair Procedure A (L4)
Operation Number
Description
Flat Rate Time
Template ID
Failed Part
Number
8271B5
Replace Right front run
channel and Right front trim
(L4). Includes test drive
1.9 hrs
15-011A
72235-T2F-A02
8261C0
Replace Left front run channel
and Left front trim (L4).
Includes test drive
1.9 hrs
15-011B
72275-T2F-A02
8271B6
Replace Both Right and Left
side run channels and front
trims (L4). Includes test drive
3.8 hrs
15-011C
72235-T2F-A02
Failed Part
Number
Repair Procedure B (L4)
Operation Number
Description
Flat Rate Time
Template ID
8271B7
Replace Right front trim (L4).
Clean and apply EPT Sealer.
Includes test drive.
0.9 hr
15-011G
8261C1
Replace Left front trim (L4).
Clean and apply EPT Sealer.
Includes test drive.
0.9 hr
15-011H
72430-T2F-A01
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Repair Procedure A (V6)
Operation Number
Description
Flat Rate Time
Template ID
Failed Part
Number
8271B8
Replace Right front run
channel and Right front trim
(V6). Includes test drive
1.9 hrs
15-011D
72235-T2F-A02
8261C2
Replace Left front run channel
and Left front trim (V6).
Includes test drive
1.9 hrs
15-011E
72275-T2F-A02
8271B9
Replace Both Right and Left
side run channels and front
trims (V6). Includes test drive
3.8 hrs
15-011F
72235-T2F-A02
Failed Part
Number
Repair Procedure B (V6)
Operation Number
Description
Flat Rate Time
Template ID
8271C0
Replace Right front trim (V6).
Clean and apply EPT Sealer.
Includes test drive.
0.9 hr
15-011J
8261C3
Replace Left front trim (V6).
Clean and apply EPT Sealer.
Includes test drive.
0.9 hr
15-011K
Defect Code:
72430-T2G-A01
06201
Symptom Code: 07302
Skill Level:
Repair Technician
INSPECTION
Check the vehicle to determine the location(s) of the wind noise.
-
If the wind noise is heard at ear level from either the driver’s or passenger’s side windows or along the pillar, tape it
off and see if the wind noise goes away, If the wind noise goes away, go to REPAIR PROCEDURE.
-
If the wind noise is heard elsewhere, this service bulletin does not apply. Continue normal troubleshooting
procedures.
REPAIR PROCEDURE
NOTE: Repair only the affected side.
• For all 2014 and 2015 models with in the affected vehicles VIN range, do REPAIR PROCEDURE A.
• For 2015 models outside the affected vehicles VIN range do REPAIR PROCEDURE B.
REPAIR PROCEDURE A
NOTE: Repair only the affected side.
Replace both the run channel and the sash trim.
Sash Trim Replacement
1. Remove the tweeter cover.
2. Remove the front door panel. Remove the front door plastic cover if needed.
3. Remove the door mirror.
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4. From the inside of the door, slide the clips on the front door glass outer weatherstrip to release the hooks from the
flanges on the door. Release the hook with a flat-tip screwdriver from inside of the door.
5. Remove the front door glass outer weatherstrip.
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6. Lightly pull away the door weatherstrip from the top corner just enough to remove the screw on the end of the
chrome molding. Lightly pull away the top end of the chrome molding, detach the clip, then remove the door sash
trim.
7. Clean the door sash trim area with alcohol/degreaser, then install the new door sash trim.
8. Reinstall the screw holding the door sash trim.
Run Channel Replacement
1.
Remove the run channel from the window frame.
2.
Install the new run channel by sliding the B-pillar leg all the way down between the glass and the vertical steel
channel first, then install the rear corner molding of the run channel.
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3. After setting the rear corner molding, begin setting the run channel in the window frame toward the front sash. Now
slide the A-pillar leg of the run channel down between the glass and the front steel channel.
4. Set the front corner molding.
5. Gently pull up on the weather strip on top of the door frame near the door mirror.
6. Check that the run channel is set by making sure the run channel nub is seated in the oval hole.
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7. Set the A-pillar leg of the run channel down into the door. Set the outside attachment first, then set the inside
attachment of the run channel.
8. Set B-pillar leg of the run channel all the way down the bottom of the sash. Set the outside attachment first then set
the inside attachment.
9. Reinstall the door mirror.
10. Reinstall the front door panel.
11. Reinstall the tweeter cover.
12. Check that the wind noise is gone.
REPAIR PROCEDURE B
NOTE: Repair only the affected side.
Replace the sash trim and apply EPT sealer to the run channel groove.
1. Replace the sash trim (see Sash Trim Replacement under REPAIR PROCEDURE A).
2. Open the window.
3. Remove the run channel from the upper part of the door frame.
4. Remove the run channel from the top corner of the B-pillar to B Line.
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5. Clean the run channel groove along the B-pillar with rubbing alcohol.
6. Apply primer (3M Adhesion Promoter 4298UV) to the run channel groove along the B-pillar.
7. Cut a strip of EPT sealer that measures 3 mm x 400 mm x 3 mm and attach it to the groove of the run channel.
Start at the top corner and install the strip down the run channel. Center the strip around the hash marks on the run
channel.
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• Install the run channel by attaching at the Y-corner.
• Install the run channel down the B-pillar by attaching from the outside lip, then outside.
• Install the run channel along the top of the door frame.
NOTE: The corner may require some force to be properly installed
8. Push the run channel up against the sash trim to set the EPT sealer, then check for any gaps or visible sealer.
9. Reinstall the door mirror.
10. Reinstall the front door panel.
11. Reinstall the tweeter cover.
12. Check that the wind noise is gone.
END
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