S2000 L4-1997cc 2.0L DOHC (VTEC) MFI (2001)
Convertible Top Latch: Customer Interest
Body - Convertible Top Rattles/Windnoise
01-037
July 5, 2005
Applies To:
2000-02 S2000 - ALL
Wind Noise or Rattle at the Convertible Top
(Supersedes 01-037, dated May 15, 2001, to update information indicated with black bars.)
SYMPTOM
Wind noise or rattling between the convertible top and the frame.
PROBABLE CAUSE
The convertible top is not held tightly against the windshield frame because the convertible top strikers are worn.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Replace the convertible top strikers with hardtop strikers.
PARTS INFORMATION
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
In warranty: The normal warranty applies.
DIAGNOSIS
1.
Test-drive the vehicle, and listen for a wind noise or rattle from the convertible top, near the windshield frame.
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If you hear the noise, go to REPAIR PROCEDURE.
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If you don't hear the noise, go to step 2.
2.
Stop the vehicle. Unlatch the convertible top, and look for wear (scratches, gouges, or similar damage) at the pin and hook contact points of each
striker.
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If either striker is worn, go to REPAIR PROCEDURE.
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If the strikers are not worn, look for other causes of the wind noise or rattle.
REPAIR PROCEDURE