Diesel Data: Automotive Repair

Windows - Screeching Noise when Lowering Drivers Window

Bulletin No.
95-041

Issue Date
OCT 23, 1995

Model
199-496
ACCORD

Applicable To
See VEHICLES
AFFECTED

File Under
BODY

Screeching Noise When Lowering the Driver's Side Window

SYMPTOM

An occasional screeching noise when the driver's window is lowered. The noise is usually heard when the power window motor is cold. It becomes more frequent as the condition gets worse.

PROBABLE CAUSE

The window regulator motor is faulty.

VEHICLES AFFECTED

1994 Accord: ALL

1995 Accord:
4-door USA - ALL
4-door Japan -
Thru VIN JHMCD5...SC065813

Coupe - ALL
Wagon - Thru VIN 1HGCE1...SA012470
V6 - ALL

1996 Accord:
4-door USA - Thru VIN 1HGCD5...TA000158
Coupe - Thru VIN 1HGCD7...TA006318
V6 - Thru VIN 1HGCE6...TA000011

CORRECTIVE ACTION

Replace the driver's side window regulator. On the Accord Coupe, also replace the two bolts that mount the regulator to the window glass. Before you install the new bolts, apply DC111 grease to the "0" rings on them.





Refer to section 20 of the appropriate year Accord Service Manual for replacement instructions.

PARTS INFORMATION

Left front window regulator (All except Coupe):
P/N 72250-SV4-A01, H/C 4272274

Left front window regulator (Coupe only):
P/N 72250-SV2-003, H/C 4304226

Window regulator mounting bolt (Coupe only, 2 required):
P/N 90112-SV2-000, H/C 4919973

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

All Except Coupe:
Operation number: 826101
Flat rate time: 1.0 hour
Failed part: P/N 72250-SV4-A01
H/C 4272274

Defect code: 042
Contention Code: B07
Template ID: 95-041A

Coupe Only:
Operation number: 826102
Flat rate time: 1.0 hour
Failed part: P/N 72250-SV4-A01
H/C 4272274
Defect code: 042
Contention Code: B07
Template ID: 95-041B