Doors - Inside Handle Rod Disconnected

Bulletin No.
92-033

Issue Date
OCT 20, 1992

Model
1992

Applicable To
See VEHICLES AFFECTED

File Under
BODY

Inside Door Handle Rod Disconnected

SYMPTOM

The inside door handle does not work after being pulled on forcefully.

PROBABLE CAUSE

The inside door handle rod is mispositioned, causing it to become disconnected when the inside handle is pulled forcefully.

VEHICLES AFFECTED

'92 Prelude S: through VIN JHMBA8...NC012350
'92 Prelude Si: through VIN JHMBB2...NC028166

CORRECTIVE ACTION





Replace both the left and right inside door handle rods with the parts listed in PARTS INFORMATION.

1. Remove the door trim panel as described in section 20 of the Service Manual.

2. Disconnect the inside handle rod from the handle.

3. Remove the original inside door handle rod and the purple clip from the latch assembly.

4. Install the new purple clip and door handle rod onto the latch assembly as shown.

NOTE:
The new purple clip and door handle rod are installed from the opposite side of the original parts.

5. Attach the door handle rod to the inside door handle and secure it with the clip.

6. Reinstall the door trim panel and check the inside door handle and switches for proper operation.

PARTS INFORMATION

Left Door Handle Rod Set P/N 72171-SS0-305
H/C 4155487

Right Door Handle Rod Set P/N 72131-SS0-305
H/C 4155479

Part numbers are for Reference only.
Check with your Parts Department for latest information.

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 Flat Rate
number: Description: Time:

818125 Replace both the left 1.2 hours
and right door handle
rod sets.

Failed part: P/N 72171-SS0-003 H/C 3948882

Detect code: 074

Contention
code: B01