Prelude Type-SH L4-2157cc 2.2L DOHC H22A4 (VTEC) 16V (1998)
*8.
Use a credit card or driver's license to inspect the fit at the rear of both doors. The door edge should be flush with the body to 1.0 mm away from
the body.
9.
If the door is recessed or if there is a gap of more than 1.0 mm, adjust the striker.
10.
Clean the latch with shop air to remove any dirt.*
*11. Use a pocket screwdriver to apply a small amount of Lithium dielectric grease to the lower slide. Use the screwdriver to close the latch tot he first
click, then apply a small amount of grease tot he upper slide.
12.
Lift the door handle to release the latch before closing the door.
13.
Close and open the door four times.
14.
Wipe any excess grease off the striker.*
Disclaimer
Technical Service Bulletin # 97-052
Date: 990720
Doors - Difficult to Open From Inside
97-052
July 20, 1999
Applies To:
1997-98 Prelude - ALL
1999 Prelude - thru VIN JHMBB6...XC010811
Door Is Difficult to Open From the Inside
(Supersedes 97-052, dated August 27, 1997)
SYMPTOM
One or both doors are difficult to open with the inside door handle.
PROBABLE CAUSE
*The inner handle rod is too long or the door is out of adjustment.*
CORRECTIVE ACTION
For 1997 models:
Check the inside door handle operation. Replace the inner handle rod with the part listed under PARTS INFORMATION and/or adjust the door fit as
needed.