Civic LX Sedan L4-1590cc 1.6L SOHC MFI (1998)
Rear Door Exterior Handle: By Symptom
Technical Service Bulletin # 00-013
Date: 000201
Rear Doors - Hard To Open
00-013
February 1, 2000
Applies To:
1996-00 Civic - All 4-door models
Rear Doors Are Hard to Open
SYMPTOM
One or both rear doors are difficult to open. The door handle needs to be lifted abnormally high to release the latch.
PROBABLE CAUSE
The rear outer handle rods are misadjusted.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Adjust the appropriate rear outer handle rod.
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
In warranty: The normal warranty applies.
Operation Number:
818306
Flat Rate Time:
0.4 hour - one door
Failed Part:
P/N 75411-634-000
H/C 0564898
Detect Code:
074
Contention Code:
B99
Template ID:
00-013A
Skill Level:
Repair Technician
REPAIR PROCEDURE
1.
Remove the rear door panel and pull the plastic cover down to access the door handle.
2.
Remove the three latch mounting screws.
