Doors Acura MDX II

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Front Door Panel Removal/Installation

Special Tools Required

1. KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014 *
2. Trim pad remover, Snap-on A 177A or equivalent, commercially available * Available through the American Honda Tool and Equipment Program; call 888-424-6857

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

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1. Using a trim tool, push on the upper hook (A) and pivot the inner handle cap (B) on the bottom hooks (C), then remove the cap and the screw securing the inner handle (D).
2. Pry out the bottom edge of the grip cover (A) at the notches with the trim tool to detach the clips and to release the hooks (B). Then remove the cover.
3. Remove the screws.
4. Remove the door panel (A) with as little bending as possible to avoid creasing or breaking it. Start at the bottom edge of the door panel, release the clips with a commercially available trim pad remover. Detach the upper clips. Starting at the rear, pull the door panel upward. NOTE: The inner handle cable (B) and latch cable (C) are connected to the inner handle (D). Do not pull the door panel up too far, or these cables will be damaged.
5. Remove the inner handle (A) from the door panel: Hold the door panel (8) away from the door. Pull on the front of the inner handle to detach the first clip. Keep pulling until the rest of the clips are detached, then remove the handle.
6. Disconnect the door subharness connector (A) and power mirror switch connector (B), then remove the door panel (C).
7. Remove the latch cable fastener (A) from the inner handle (B), and then disconnect the latch cable (C) from the cable fastener (D). Disconnect the inner handle cable (E) from the cable fastener (F), then remove the inner handle. NOTE: Check if the cable fasteners are damaged or stress-whitened.
8. Disconnect the power window switch connector (A), and on the driver's side, disconnect the power door lock switch connector (B) and the seat position memory switch connector (C).
9. Remove the screws, then remove the grip (A), armrest assembly (B), armrest cover (C), and the wood trim (D) from the door panel (E).
10. Remove the screws (A, B), then separate the armrest (C), the power window switch panel (D), and the power window switch (E).
11. Install the door panel in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: If the clips are damaged or stress-whitened, replace them with new ones. Replace any damaged cable fasteners with new ones. The latch cable (A) should be fixed to the cable fastener (B) with the latch in the locked position as shown. Make sure the connectors are plugged in properly, and the cables are connected securely. Make sure the window and power door lock operate properly.

Front Door Outer Handle Replacement

Note. Put on gloves to protect your hands.

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1. Raise the glass fully.
2. Remove the door panel (see «FRONT DOOR PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/mdx/ii-2006-2010/remont/exterior-body-panels/#doors__front-door-panel-removalinstallation) ).
3. Disconnect the power door lock actuator connector (A).
4. Remove the plug cap (B), then remove the plastic cover (C), as needed. NOTE: Remove the glue from the door surface. If the plastic cover is damaged or torn, replace it.
5. Detach the rod fastener (A) from the outer handle.
6. With a clip remover, disconnect the outer handle rod (A).
7. Driver's side: Pull both side flanges (A) of the retainer (B) outward, and pull the middle flange portion (C) of the outer casing cover (D) out, then disconnect the cylinder cable (E) from the latch.
8. Remove the bolt, then remove the spacer (A).
9. Remove the maintenance cap (A). Remove the bolt securing the outer handle protector (B), then remove the protector by releasing the hook (C).
10. If necessary, cut a slot in each screw head of the special screws with a saw, remove the special screws with a flat-tip screwdriver, then separate the door cylinder (A) and outer handle protector (B). If the retainer (C) is damaged, release the hooks (D), and replace it. NOTE: If removed, the special screws must be replaced.
11. While pulling the outer handle (A), remove the handle from the holes in the door panel. Take care not to scratch the door.
12. Remove the rod fastener (A) from the outer handle (B), then replace it with a new one.
13. Install the handle in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: Make sure that the actuator connector is plugged in properly, and that the cylinder cable and the outer handle rod are connected securely. Make sure the door key cylinder/door locks operate properly. Make sure the door handle works properly. When reinstalling the door panel, make sure the plastic cover is installed properly and sealed around its outside perimeter to seal out water.

Front Door Latch Replacement

Note. Put on gloves to protect your hands.

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1. Raise the glass fully.
2. Remove the door panel and inner handle (see «FRONT DOOR PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/mdx/ii-2006-2010/remont/exterior-body-panels/#doors__front-door-panel-removalinstallation) ).
3. Remove the plastic cover, as needed (see step 3 ).
4. Detach the rod fastener (see step 5 ).
5. Disconnect the outer handle rod from the outer handle (see step 6 ).
6. Disconnect the cylinder cable from the latch (see step 7 ).
7. Pull the glass run channel (A) away as needed, and remove the bolt, then remove the center lower channel (B) by pulling it downward.
8. Remove the screws (A, B) securing the latch (C), then remove the latch through the hole in the door. Take care not to bend the outer handle rod (D), latch cable (E), and inner handle cable (F).
9. Remove the screw, then remove the latch protector (A) by releasing the hook (B).
10. Detach the latch cable (A) and the inner handle cable (B) from the latch (C).
11. Install the latch in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: Make sure that the actuator connector is plugged in properly, and that the cylinder cable and the outer handle rod are connected securely. Make sure the door locks and opens properly. When reinstalling the door panel, make sure the plastic cover is installed properly and sealed around its outside perimeter to sea! out water.

Front Door Glass and Regulator Replacement

Note. Put on gloves to protect your hands.

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1. Remove the door panel (see «FRONT DOOR PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/mdx/ii-2006-2010/remont/exterior-body-panels/#doors__front-door-panel-removalinstallation) ).
2. Disconnect the power door lock actuator connector (A), and remove the plug caps (B).
3. Pass the cables (C) and the harnesses (D) through the slits (E) in the plastic cover (F), then remove the plastic cover. NOTE: Remove the glue from the door surface. If the plastic cover is damaged or torn, replace it.
4. Carefully raise the glass (A) until you can see the bolts, then remove them. Carefully pull the glass out through the window slot. Take care not to drop the glass inside the door.
5. Disconnect the connector (A) from the regulator (B).
6. Remove the bolts (C), and loosen the bolts (D), then remove the regulator through the hole in the door.
7. Apply multipurpose grease to all the sliding surfaces of the regulator (A) where shown.
8. Install the glass and regulator in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: Roll the glass up and down to see if it moves freely without binding. Make sure that there is no clearance between the glass and glass run channel when the glass is closed. Adjust the position of the glass as necessary (see «FRONT AND REAR DOOR GLASS ADJUSTMENT»(/acura/mdx/ii-2006-2010/remont/exterior-body-panels/#doors__front-and-rear-door-glass-adjustment) ). Do the power window control unit reset procedure (see «RESETTING THE POWER WINDOW CONTROL UNIT»(/acura/mdx/ii-2006-2010/remont/windows/#power-windows__resetting-the-power-window-control-unit) ). Check for water leaks (see step 7 ). Test-drive and check for wind noise and rattles. When reinstalling the door panel, make sure the plastic cover is installed properly and sealed around its outside perimeter to seal out water. Make sure the power door locks, windows and power mirror operate properly.

Front Door Sash Inner Trim Replacement

Note. Take care not to scratch the door.

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1. Remove the door panel (see «FRONT DOOR PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/mdx/ii-2006-2010/remont/exterior-body-panels/#doors__front-door-panel-removalinstallation) ).
2. Using a clip remover, detach the clips fastening the front door sash inner trim (A).
3. Pull the door glass opening side of the trim back to release the hooks (B, C) from the door glass opening flange of the door sash.
4. Install the trim in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: If the clips are damaged or stress-whitened, replace them with new ones. Push the hooks and clips into place securely.

Front Door Sash Outer Trim Replacement

Note. Take care not to scratch the door.

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1. Lower the glass fully.
2. Remove the door sash outer trim (A). Pull back the door weatherstrip (B), then remove the screw. Pull the trim up to release the hooks (C) from the door. Take care not to damage the door glass outer weatherstrip (D).
3. Install the trim in the reverse order of removal, and make sure the glass run channel (E) is installed in the door sash securely.

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

Note. If you remove the door glass outer weatherstrip, replace it with a new one because it will bend. Put on gloves to protect your hands. Take care not to scratch the door. Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when removing components.

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1. Remove the door panel (see «FRONT DOOR PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/mdx/ii-2006-2010/remont/exterior-body-panels/#doors__front-door-panel-removalinstallation) ).
2. Remove the screw from the rear edge of the door.
3. Starting at the rear, pull the door glass outer weatherstrip (A) up at each portion where the inner molding (B) catches the inside edge of the window slot.
4. Pull the rear of the glass outer weatherstrip (A) away from the door, then pull the front end of it out from under the power mirror (B).
5. Install new weatherstrip in the reverse order of removal.

Front Door Outer Molding Replacement

Special Tools Required

KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014 *

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

Note. If you remove the door outer molding, replace it with a new one because it will bend during removal. Put on gloves to protect your hands. Take care not to scratch the door. Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when removing components.

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1. Remove the power mirror (see «POWER MIRROR REPLACEMENT»(/acura/mdx/ii-2006-2010/remont/mirrors/#mirrors) ).
2. Remove the door outer molding (A): Push out the rear clip (B). While removing the upper edge of the door outer molding from the edge of the sash, cut the double-sided adhesive tape (C) with a utility knife, then remove the molding.
3. Scrape off the remaining double-sided adhesive tape from the sash, then clean the sash surface with a sponge dampened in isopropyl alcohol.
4. Install new door outer molding in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: Push the clip and the adhesive portions into place securely. Make sure the upper and lower sides of the molding are catching the edges of the sash properly.

Front Door Weatherstrip Replacement

Note. Put on gloves to protect your hands. Take care not to scratch the door. Use a clip remover to remove the clips.

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1. At the A-pillar, remove the door checker mounting bolt (A).
2. Detach the clips (B, C, D), then remove the door weatherstrip (E).
3. Install the weatherstrip in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: If the clips are damaged or stress-whitened, replace them with new ones. Apply medium strength type liquid thread lock to the door checker mounting bolt before installation. Check for water leaks (see step 7 ).

Front Door Side Sill Seal Replacement

Note. Take care not to scratch the door. Use a clip remover to remove the clips.

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1. Detach the clips, then remove the door side sill seal (A).
2. Install the side sill seal in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: If the clips are damaged or stress-whitened, replace them with new ones. Push the clips into place securely. Check for water leaks (see step 7 ).

Rear Door Panel Removal/Installation

Special Tools Required

1. KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014 *
2. Trim pad remover, Snap-on A 177A or equivalent, commercially available * Available through the American Honda Tool and Equipment Program; call 888-424-6857

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

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1. Using a trim tool, push on the upper hook (A) and pivot the inner handle cap (B) on the bottom hooks (C), then remove the cap and the screws securing the inner handle (D).
2. Pry out the bottom edge of the grip cover (A) at the notches with the trim tool to detach the clips and to release the hooks (B). Then remove the cover.
3. Remove the screws.
4. Remove the door panel (A) with as little bending as possible to avoid creasing or breaking it. Start at the bottom edge of the door panel, release the clips with a commercially available trim pad remover. Detach the upper clips. Stating at the rear, pull the door panel upward. NOTE: The inner handle cable (B) and latch cable (C) are connected to the inner handle (D). Do not pull the door panel up too far, or the cables will be damaged.
5. Remove the inner handle (A) from the door panel: Hold the door panel (B) away from the door. Pull on the front of the inner handle to detach the first clip. Keep pulling until the rest of the clips are detached, then remove the handle.
6. Disconnect the power window switch connector (A) and courtesy light connector (B), detach the harness clips (C), then remove the door panel (D).
7. Remove the latch cable fastener (A) from the inner handle (B), and then disconnect the latch cable (C) from the cable fastener (D). Disconnect the inner handle cable (E) from the cable fastener (F), then remove the inner handle. NOTE: Check if the cable fasteners are damaged or stress-whitened.
8. Remove the screws and release the hooks (A), then remove the wood trim (B), the door grip (C), armrest cover (D) and the armrest assembly (E) from the door panel (F).
9. Remove the screws (A, B) and release the pins (C), then separate the armrest (D), the power window switch panel (E), and the power window switch (F).
10. Install the door panel in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: If the clips are damaged or stress-whitened, replace them with new ones. Replace any damaged cable fasteners with new ones. The latch cable (A) should be fixed to the cable fastener (B) with the latch in the locked position as shown. Make sure the connectors are plugged in properly, and the cables are connected securely. Make sure the window and power door lock operate properly.

Rear Door Outer Handle Replacement

Note. Put on gloves to protect your hands.

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1. Raise the glass fully.
2. Remove the door panel (see «REAR DOOR PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/mdx/ii-2006-2010/remont/exterior-body-panels/#doors__rear-door-panel-removalinstallation) ).
3. Detach the harness clip (A), and disconnect the power door lock actuator connector (B).
4. Remove the rear plug cap (C), then remove the plastic cover (D), as needed. NOTE: Remove the glue from the door surface. If the plastic cover is damaged or torn, replace it.
5. Detach the rod fastener (A).
6. Remove the maintenance cap (A) with a clip remover, then disconnect the outer handle rod (B) from the outer handle (C).
7. Remove the screws (A, B) securing the latch (C), then lower it.
8. Remove the bolt, then remove the spacer (A).
9. Remove the bolt securing the outer handle protector (A), then remove the protector by releasing the hook (B).
10. While pulling the outer handle (A), remove the handle from the holes in the door panel. Take care not to scratch the door.
11. Remove the rod fastener (A) from the outer handle (B), then replace it with a new one.
12. Install the handle in the reverse order of removal,, and note these items: Make sure the outer handle rod is connected securely. Make sure the door locks operate properly. Make sure the door handle works properly. When reinstalling the door panel, make sure the plastic cover is installed properly and sealed around its outside perimeter to seal out water.

Rear Door Latch Replacement

Note. Put on gloves to protect your hands.

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1. Raise the glass fully.
2. Remove the door panel (see «REAR DOOR PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/mdx/ii-2006-2010/remont/exterior-body-panels/#doors__rear-door-panel-removalinstallation) ).
3. Remove the plastic cover, as needed (see step 3 .
4. Remove the screws (A, B) securing the latch (C), then lower it.
5. Detach the rod fastener (see step 5 ).
6. Disconnect the outer handle rod from the outer handle (see step 6 ).
7. Remove the bolt, then remove the collar (A) from the rear lower channel (B).
8. Remove the latch (A) out from between the rear lower channel (B) and the door. Take care not to bend the outer handle rod (C), latch cable (D), and inner handle cable (E).
9. Remove the screw, then remove the latch protector (A) by releasing the hook (B).
10. Detach the latch cable (A) and the inner handle cable (B) from the latch (C).
11. Install the latch in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: Make sure the actuator connector is plugged in properly, and the outer handle rod is connected securely. Make sure the door locks and opens properly.

Rear Door Glass and Regulator Replacement

Note. Put on gloves to protect your hands.

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1. Remove the door panel (see «REAR DOOR PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/mdx/ii-2006-2010/remont/exterior-body-panels/#doors__rear-door-panel-removalinstallation) ).
2. Detach the harness clip (A), and disconnect the power door lock actuator connector (B). Remove the plug caps (C).
3. Pass the cables (D) and the harnesses (E) through the slits (F) in the plastic cover (H), then remove it. NOTE: Remove the glue from the door surface. If the plastic cover is damaged or torn, replace it.
4. Carefully move the glass (A) until you can see the bolts, then remove them. Release the glass from the holder (B), then remove it from the regulator (C), and carefully lower the glass. Take care not to drop the glass inside the door.
5. Pull the glass run channel (A) away as needed. Loosen the nut (B), and remove the bolt (C) and collar (D) from the rear lower channel (E).
6. Pull the rear lower channel (A) forward, then remove the nut portion (B) from the door. Release the channel from the glass (C), then pull the channel upward to remove it through the window slot. Take care not to scratch the door.
7. Remove the rear lower channel (A) from the glass run channel (B).
8. Carefully remove the glass (A) out through the window slot. Take care not to drop the glass inside the door.
9. Disconnect the connector (A) from the regulator (B).
10. Remove the bolts (C), and loosen the bolt (D), then remove the regulator through the hole in the door.
11. Apply multipurpose grease to all the sliding surfaces of the regulator (A) where shown.
12. Install the glass and regulator in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: Roll the glass up and down to see if it moves freely without binding. Make sure that there is no clearance between the glass and glass run channel when the glass is closed. Adjust the position of the glass as necessary (see «FRONT AND REAR DOOR GLASS ADJUSTMENT»(/acura/mdx/ii-2006-2010/remont/exterior-body-panels/#doors__front-and-rear-door-glass-adjustment) ). Do the power window control unit reset procedure (see «RESETTING THE POWER WINDOW CONTROL UNIT»(/acura/mdx/ii-2006-2010/remont/windows/#power-windows__resetting-the-power-window-control-unit) ). Check for water leaks (see step 7 ). Test-drive and check for wind noise and rattles. When reinstalling the door panel, make sure the plastic cover is installed properly and sealed around its outside perimeter to seal out water.

Rear Door Sash Inner Trim Replacement

Special Tools Required

KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014 *

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

Note. Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when removing components. Take care not to scratch the door.

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1. Remove the door panel (see «REAR DOOR PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/mdx/ii-2006-2010/remont/exterior-body-panels/#doors__rear-door-panel-removalinstallation) ).
2. Using a clip remover, detach the clips fastening the rear door sash inner trim (A).
3. Pull the door glass opening side of the trim back to release the hooks (B) from the door glass opening flange of the door sash.
4. Install the trim in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: If the clips are damaged or stress-whitened, replace them with new ones. Push the hooks and clips into place securely.

Rear Door Sash Outer Trim Replacement

Note. Take care not to scratch the door.

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1. Lower the glass fully.
2. Using a clip remover, detach the clips fastening the door weatherstrip (A) from the door sash outer trim (B).
3. Remove the door sash outer trim (A). Pull back the door weatherstrip (B), then remove the screw. Pull the trim up to release the hooks (C) from the door. Take care not to damage the door glass outer weatherstrip (D).
4. Install the trim in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: Make sure the glass run channel (E) is installed in the door sash securely. If the clips are damaged or stress-whitened, replace them with new ones. Push the clips into place securely.

Rear Door Rear Sash Outer Trim Replacement

Note. Take care not to scratch the door.

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1. Lower the glass fully.
2. Remove the door rear sash outer trim (A). Pull back the door weatherstrip (B), then remove the screw. Pull the trim up to release the hooks (C) from the door. Take care not to damage the door glass outer weatherstrip (D).
3. Install the trim in the reverse order of removal, and make sure the glass run channel (E) is installed in the door sash securely.

Rear 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

Note. If you remove the door glass outer weatherstrip, replace it with a new one because it will bend. Put on gloves to protect your hands. Take care not to scratch the door. Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when removing components.

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1. Remove the door panel (see «REAR DOOR PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/mdx/ii-2006-2010/remont/exterior-body-panels/#doors__rear-door-panel-removalinstallation) ).
2. Remove the screws from both side edges of the door.
3. Starting at the rear, pull the door glass outer weatherstrip (A) up at each portion where the inner molding (B) catches the inside edge of the window slot.
4. Remove the door glass outer weatherstrip (A).
5. Install a new weatherstrip in the reverse order of removal.

Rear Door Outer Molding Replacement

Special Tools Required

KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014*

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

Note. If you remove the door outer molding, replace it with a new one because it will bend during removal. Put on gloves to protect your hands. Take care not to scratch the door. Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when removing components.

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1. Release the rear clip (A).
2. While removing the upper edge of the door outer molding (B) from the edge of the sash, cut the double-sided adhesive tape (C) with a utility knife, release the front clip (D), then remove the molding.
3. Scrape off the remaining double-sided adhesive tape from the sash, then clean the sash surface with a sponge dampened in isopropyl alcohol.
4. Install a new door outer molding in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: Push the clips and the adhesive portions into place securely. Make sure the upper and lower sides of the molding are catching the edges of the sash properly.

Rear Door Weatherstrip Replacement

Note. Put on gloves to protect your hands. Take care not to scratch the door. Use a clip remover to remove the clips.

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1. At the B-pillar, remove the door checker mounting bolt (A).
2. Detach the clips (B, C, D, E), then remove the door weatherstrip (F).
3. Install the weatherstrip in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: If the clips are damaged or stress-whitened, replace them with new ones. Apply medium strength type liquid thread lock to the door checker mounting bolt before installation. Check for water leaks (see step 7 ).

Rear Door Side Sill Seal Replacement

Note. Take care not to scratch the door. Use a clip remover to remove the clips.

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1. Detach the clips, then remove the door side sill seal (A).
2. Install the side sill seal in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: If the clips are damaged or stress-whitened, replace them with new ones. Push the clips into place securely. Check for water leaks (see step 7 ).

Front and Rear Door Glass Adjustment

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

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1. Place the vehicle on a firm, level surface.
2. Remove these items: Door panel: Front door (see «FRONT DOOR PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/mdx/ii-2006-2010/remont/exterior-body-panels/#doors__front-door-panel-removalinstallation) ) Rear door (see «REAR DOOR PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/mdx/ii-2006-2010/remont/exterior-body-panels/#doors__rear-door-panel-removalinstallation) ) Plastic cover: Front door (see step 3 ) Rear door (see step 3 )
3. Carefully move the glass (A) until you can see the glass mounting bolts (B), then loosen them. Front Rear
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 make sure that the glass (A) contacts the glass run channel (B) evenly.
7. Check for water leaks. Run water over the roof and on the sealing area as shown, and note these items: Use a 12 mm (1/2 in.) diameter hose (A). Adjust the rate of water flow as shown (B). Do not use a nozzle. Hold the hose about 300 mm (12 in.) away from the door (C).
8. Attach the plastic cover, making sure it is sealed around its outside perimeter to seal out water, then install the door panel: Front door (see «FRONT DOOR PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/mdx/ii-2006-2010/remont/exterior-body-panels/#doors__front-door-panel-removalinstallation) ) Rear door (see «REAR DOOR PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/mdx/ii-2006-2010/remont/exterior-body-panels/#doors__rear-door-panel-removalinstallation) )

Front and Rear Door Position Adjustment

Note. Check for a flush fit with the body, then check for equal gaps between the front, rear, and bottom door edges and the body. Check that the door and body edges are parallel.

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1. Place the vehicle on a firm, level surface when adjusting the doors.
2. Adjust at the hinges (A): Pad a floor jack (B) with shop towels (C), then use the jack to support the door to prevent damage to the door while adjusting it. On the front door: Remove the front inner fender (see «FRONT INNER FENDER REPLACEMENT»(/acura/mdx/ii-2006-2010/remont/exterior-body-panels/#fenderwell__front-inner-fender-replacement) ). Loosen the hinge mounting bolts (D) slightly, and move the door backward or forward, up or down as necessary to equalize the gaps. On the rear door: Loosen the hinge mounting bolts (E) slightly, and move the door backward or forward, up or down as necessary to equalize the gaps. Front door Rear door
3. If necessary, replace the door mounting bolts with the adjusting bolts (P/N 90102-SFA-305) made specifically for door adjustment, then adjust at the door: Loosen the door mounting bolts (F) slightly, and move the door up or down as necessary to equalize the gaps, and move it in or out until it's flush with the body.
4. Check that the door and body edges are parallel. If necessary, adjust the door cushions (A) to make the rear of the doors flush with the body.
5. Apply touch-up paint to the hinge mounting bolts, and around the hinges.
6. Check for water leaks (see step 7 ).

Front and Rear Door Striker Adjustment

Make sure the door latches securely without slamming it. If necessary, adjust the striker (A): The striker nuts are fixed, but the striker can be adjusted slightly up or down, and in or out.

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1. Loosen the screws (B).
2. Wrap the striker with a shop towel, then adjust the striker by tapping it with a plastic hammer (C). Do not tap the striker too hard.
3. Lightly tighten the screws.
4. Hold the outer handle out, and push the door against the body to be sure the striker allows a flush fit. If the door latches properly, tighten the screws and recheck.

See also:
• RESETTING THE POWER WINDOW CONTROL UNIT
• POWER MIRROR REPLACEMENT
• FRONT INNER FENDER REPLACEMENT
• FRONT DOOR PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
• FRONT AND REAR DOOR GLASS ADJUSTMENT
• REAR DOOR PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION