Interior - Front Passenger Seat Squeaks
09-011February 12, 2009
Applies To:
2008-09 Accord 2-Door - ALL
Front Passenger's Seat Squeaks
SYMPTOM
The front passenger's seat squeaks when driving on rough roads.
PROBABLE CAUSE
The weight sensor bracket is rubbing against the seat track.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Center the inner and outer weight sensor brackets on the seat track.
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
In warranty: The normal warranty applies.
Operation Number: 8520A5
Flat Rate Time: 0.6 hour
Failed Part: P/N 81126-TE0-A01
H/C 8755324
Defect Code: 07406
Symptom Code: 04205
Skill Level: Repair Technician
Out of warranty:
Any repair performed after warranty expiration may be eligible for goodwill consideration by the District Parts and Service Manager or your Zone Office. You must request consideration, and get a decision, before starting work.
DIAGNOSIS
1. With the palm of your hand, hit the top of the seat on the front, back,and both sides, and listen for a squeak:
^ If you hear a squeak, go to REPAIR PROCEDURE.
^ If you do not hear a squeak, this service bulletin does not apply. Continue with normal troubleshooting.
REPAIR PROCEDURE
1. Make sure you have the anti-theft code(s) for the audio system and the navigation system (if equipped). Then write down the presets for the XM satellite radio (if equipped).
2. Disconnect the negative terminal from the battery, then wait at least 3 minutes before beginning work.
3. Remove the front passenger's seat:
^ Refer to page 20-181 of the 2008-2009 Accord Service Manual, or
^ Online, enter keyword FRONT SEAT REM, and select Front Seat Removal/Installation from the list.
4. Remove the passenger's seat belt anchor plate from the seat.
5. Remove the recline knob and the screw, gently pull out on the recline cover, then detach the clips, tabs, and release the hooks from the seat.
6. While releasing the tabs, disengage the hooks from the rear outer weight sensor cover, then remove the front outer weight sensor cover.
7. Release the tabs, then remove the front inner weight sensor cover.
8. Using a T40 TORX bit, loosen the six bolts holding the weight sensor bracket to the lower seat frame.
9. Reinstall the seat in the vehicle and hand-tighten the seat bolts.
10. Push the seat track inward, and mark the position of the TORX bolt head on the outer seat track.
11. Pull the seat track outward, and mark the position of the TORX bolt head.
12. Center the bolt between the two marks you just made, then torque the bolt to 9.8 Nm (7.2 lb-ft).
13. Repeat steps 11 thru 12 on the inner seat track. Then torque the remaining weight sensor mounting bolts to 9.8 Nm (7.2 lb-ft).
14. Reinstall all removed parts. Then torque the seat bolts to 41 Nm (30 lb-ft).
15. Reconnect the negative terminal to the battery. Then do the ODS unit operation check. If needed, calibrate the ODS unit.
^ Refer to page 24-38, and 24-39 of the 2008-2009 Accord Service Manual, or
^ Online, enter keyword ODS, and select ODS Unit Calibration from the list.
16. Confirm the operation of the SRS system by turning the ignition switch to ON (II). The SRS indicator should come on for about 6 seconds then go off.
17. Enter the anti-theft codes for the audio system and the navigation system (if equipped).