Honda Element. Manual — part 407

closed.

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Adjust the position of the glass as necessary (see FRONT DOOR GLASS ADJUSTMENT ).

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When reinstalling the door panel, make sure the plastic cover is installed properly and sealed
around its perimeter to seal out water.

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Check for water leaks (see step 7 ).

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Test-drive and check for wind noise and rattles.

FRONT DOOR GLASS ADJUSTMENT

1. Place the vehicle on a firm, level surface.

2. Remove these items:

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Door panel (see FRONT DOOR PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION )

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Plastic cover (see COMPONENT LOCATION INDEX - FRONT DOOR )

3. Carefully move the glass (A) until you can see the glass mounting bolts (B), then loosen them.

Fig. 23: Identifying Glass And Glass Mounting Bolts With Torque Specification
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

4. Push the glass against the channel (C), then tighten the glass mounting bolts.

5. Check that the glass moves smoothly.

6. Raise the glass fully, and check for gaps. Also check that the glass (A) contacts the glass run channel (B)

NOTE:

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Check the weatherstrips and glass run channel for damage or
deterioration, and replace them if necessary.

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Wipe the run channel clean with a shop towel.

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Lubricate the run channel with Shin-Etsu silicone grease P/N 08798-9013.

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evenly.

Fig. 24: Identifying Glass And Glass Run Channel
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

7. Check for water leaks. Run water over the roof and on the sealing area as shown, and note these items:

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Use a 12 mm (1/2 in.) diameter hose (A).

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Adjust the rate of water flow as shown (B).

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Do not use a nozzle.

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Hold the hose about 300 mm (12 in.) away from the door (C).

Fig. 25: Checking Water Leaks
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

8. Attach the plastic cover making sure it is sealed around its outside perimeter to seal out water, then install

the door panel (see FRONT DOOR PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).

9. Test-drive and check for wind noise.

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FRONT DOOR GLASS OUTER WEATHERSTRIP REPLACEMENT

Special Tools Required

KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014 *

* Available through the American Honda Tool and Equipment Program; call 888-424-6857

1. Remove the power/manual mirror (see POWER MIRROR/MANUAL MIRROR REPLACEMENT ).

2. Starting at the rear, pry the door glass outer weatherstrip (A) up to detach the clips, and release the

weatherstrip from the glass run channel (B), then remove the weatherstrip.

Fig. 26: Identifying Door Glass Outer Weatherstrip And Glass Run Channel
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

3. Install the weatherstrip in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:

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Check if the clips are damaged or stress-whitened, and if necessary, replace them with new ones.

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Push the clips into place securely.

FRONT DOOR WEATHERSTRIP REPLACEMENT

NOTE:

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Put on gloves to protect your hands.

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Take care not to scratch the door.

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Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when
prying components.

NOTE:

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Take care not to scratch the door.

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1. At the A-pillar, remove the door checker mounting bolt (A).

Fig. 27: Removing Door Checker Mounting Bolt With Torque Specification
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

2. Detach the clips (B, C), then remove the door weatherstrip (D).

3. Install the weatherstrip in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:

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Check if the clips are damaged or stress-whitened, and if necessary, replace them with new ones.

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Push the clips into place securely.

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Make sure the weatherstrip is installed in the holder (E) securely.

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Apply liquid thread lock to the door checker mounting bolt before installation.

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When reinstalling the door panel, make sure the plastic cover is installed properly and sealed
around its perimeter to seal out water.

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Check for water leaks.

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Test-drive and check for wind noise.

FRONT DOOR INNER CORNER TRIM REPLACEMENT

Special Tools Required

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Use a clip remover to remove the clips.

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