Accord L4-1955cc 2.0L SOHC 2-bbl (1986)
Mirrors: Technical Service Bulletins
Mirrors - Connecting Rear View Mirror Linkage
Model
Applicable To
File Under
Bulletin No.
85-040
ACCORD
'86 DX
PDI
Issue Date SEPT 20, '85
Connecting Rear View Mirror Linkage During PDI
To prevent damage, 1986 Accord DX models are shipped with the adjustment linkage in their outside rear view mirrors disconnected, and a special clip
installed to keep the mirrors "folded-in." You must connect the linkage and remove the retainers during the pre-delivery inspection.
NOTE:
Remove the retainers carefully to prevent dislodging the mirrors' main springs. If the main springs become dislodged see "Replacing a
Dislodged Main Spring."
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
None; consider these procedures part of the PDI.
Plastic cover plate
Mirror Adjustment - Sedan DX:
1.
Remove the black plastic cover plate.
Main spring mounting post
2.
Remove the hook end of the retainer's spring from the main spring mounting post, being careful not to move the mirror.
NOTE:
Moving the mirror may dislodge the main spring
Main spring
3.
Position the mirror so the end of the main spring fits into the mounting post as shown, then tighten the main spring retaining screw.
