Doors - Inside Front Handle Buzz

Bulletin No.
95-001

Issue Date
JAN 9, 1995

Model
1994-95
ACCORD

Applicable To
ALL

File Under
BODY

Inside Front Door Handle Buzz

SYMPTOM

A buzzing noise is coming from the inside door handle while driving on rough surfaces.

PROBABLE CAUSE

The inside door handle assembly is vibrating against the door panel.

DIAGNOSIS

With the door open, have an assistant tap lightly on the outside of the door just above the lock cylinder. If you can hear the noise, and it goes away when you pull the door handle, proceed with CORRECTIVE ACTION.

CORRECTIVE ACTION

Apply wool felt (see REQUIRED MATERIALS) to the edge of the inside door handle.

1. Pry out the cap, and remove the inside door handle assembly mounting screw.




2. Move the inside door handle assembly forward, then pull it halfway out. Disconnect the inner handle rod and all electrical connectors. Remove the handle assembly.




3. Apply a thin strip of wool felt along the inside edge of the handle assembly.

4. Reinstall the inside door handle assembly.

REQUIRED MATERIALS

Wool felt: P/N 06993-SA5-000, H/C 2086676

WARRANTY CLAIM IN FORMATION

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 or your Zone Office. You must request consideration, and get a decision, before starting work.

Operation number: 818002 - Left side
819002 - Right side
Flat rate time: 0.3 hour per door
Failed part: P/N 72125-SV4-A01ZA
H/C 4272001
Defect code: 042
Contention code: B07