Accord LX Sedan L4-2254cc 2.3L SOHC (VTEC) MFI (1998)
Technical Service Bulletin # 98-013
Date: 980526
Headliner/Windshield/Rear Window - Creaking Noise
98-013
May 26, 1998
Applies The: 1998 Accord
- 2-door L4 thru VIN 1HGCG3...WA004896
- 2-door V6 thru VIN 1HGCG2...WA020329
- 4-door L4 thru VIN 1HGCG5...WA165368 and 1HGCG6...WA165167
- 4-door V6 thru VIN 1HGCG1...WA044955
Creaking Noise From the Headliner, Windshield, and/or Rear Window (Supersedes 98-013, dated February 9, 1998)
SYMPTOM
The vehicle may have any of these conditions:
[NEW]
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A creaking noise from the top of the windshield and/or rear window when driving over rough road surfaces
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A creaking or popping noise from the moonroof area of the headliner
PROBABLE CAUSES
[NEW]
1.
The teeth on the front and/or rear glass fasteners are not fully engaged (2-door and 4-door).
2.
The front and/or rear edges of the headliner are rubbing against the body (2-door only).
3.
The headliner is moving at the moonroof opening (2-door and 4-door EX).
4.
The locks for the sunshade rear hooks are binding (2-door and 4-door EX).
CORRECTIVE ACTION
[NEW]
1.
Inspect the front and rear glass fastener teeth, and trim them, if required (2-door and 4-door).
2.
Apply wool felt to the front and rear edges of the headliner (2-door only).
3.
Apply wool felt to the four corners of the moonroof opening on the cardboard side of the headliner (2-door and 4-door EX).
4.
Repair and lubricate the sunshade rear hooks (2-door and 4-door EX).
REQUIRED MATERIALS
Wool Felt:
[NEW]
P/N 06993-SA5-00, H/C 2086676
Shin-Etsu Silicone Grease:
P/N 08798-9013, H/C 4642294
WARRANTY INFORMATION