Front Door Weatherstrip Replacement

2002 Honda Civic SiSECTION Front Door Weatherstrip Replacement
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Honda Odyssey and 2005 Honda Odyssey. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
  • Take care not to scratch the door.
  • Use a clip remover to remove the clips.
  1. Remove the power mirror (see POWER MIRROR REPLACEMENT ).
  2. Remove the door checker mounting bolt (A).
    Fig 1: Removing Door Checker Mounting Bolt
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  3. Detach the clips (B, C), then remove the door weatherstrip (D).
  4. Install the weatherstrip in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
    • Check the clips for damage or stress-whitening, and replace them with new one.
    • Make sure the weatherstrip is installed in the holder (E) securely.
    • Apply liquid thread lock to the door checker mounting bolt before installation.
    • Check for water leaks (see step 7 in FRONT DOOR GLASS ADJUSTMENT  ).
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