BODY42-2
DOOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42-23
GENERAL DESCRIPTION . . . . . .
42-23
CENTRAL DOOR LOCKING SYSTEM
DIAGNOSIS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42-23
POWER WINDOW DIAGNOSIS . . . . . . 42-23
DOOR DIAGNOSIS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42-23
INTRODUCTION TO GLASS AND DOOR
DIAGNOSIS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42-23
GLASS AND DOOR DIAGNOSTIC
TROUBLESHOOTING STRATEGY . . . 42-23
SYMPTOM CHART . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42-24
SYMPTOM PROCEDURES . . . . . . . . . 42-24
HOW TO LOCATE WIND NOISE . . . . . 42-27
SPECIAL TOOLS. . . . . . . . . . . . . .42-28
ON-VEHICLE SERVICE. . . . . . . . .42-30
DOOR FIT ADJUSTMENT. . . . . . . . . . . 42-30
DOOR WINDOW GLASS ADJUSTMENT42-31
GLASS SLIDING MECHANISM CHECK
AND ADJUSTMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42-32
POWER WINDOW TIMER FUNCTION
CHECK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42-32
POWER WINDOW OPERATING
CURRENT CHECK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42-33
POWER WINDOW RELAY CHECK . . . 42-33
CIRCUIT BREAKER (INCORPORATED IN
THE POWER WINDOW MOTOR)
INSPECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42-34
POWER WINDOW CHECK . . . . . . . . . . 42-34
CENTRAL DOOR LOCKING SYSTEM
INSPECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42-34
DOOR OUTSIDE HANDLE PLAY CHECK42-35
DOOR INSIDE HANDLE PLAY CHECK 42-35
DOOR ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . .42-37
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION . . . . . 42-37
INSPECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42-38
DOOR GLASS AND REGULATOR42-39
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION . . . . . 42-39
INSPECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42-43
DOOR HANDLE AND LATCH . . . .42-46
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION . . . . . 42-46
INSPECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42-49
WINDOW GLASS RUNCHANNEL
AND DOOR OPENING
WEATHERSTRIP . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
42-52
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION . . . . . . 42-52
TRUNK LID. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42-60
TRUNK LID DIAGNOSIS . . . . . . . .
42-60
INTRODUCTION TO TRUNK LID
DIAGNOSIS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42-60
TRUNK LID DIAGNOSTIC
TROUBLESHOOTING STRATEGY . . . . 42-60
SYMPTOM CHART . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42-60
SYMPTOM PROCEDURES . . . . . . . . . . 42-60
ON-VEHICLE SERVICE . . . . . . . . .42-61
ADJUSTMENT OF CLEARANCE
AROUND TRUNK LID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42-61
TRUNK LID LATCH ADJUSTMENT. . . . 42-61
TRUNK LID HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT . . . 42-62
TRUNK LID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42-63
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION . . . . . . 42-63
INSPECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42-65
KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM 42-67
GENERAL DESCRIPTION . . . . . . .
42-67
KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM
DIAGNOSIS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
42-68
SPECIAL TOOL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42-68
ON-VEHICLE SERVICE . . . . . . . . .42-69
TRANSMITTER BATTERY CHECK . . . . 42-69
HOW TO REPLACE THE TRANSMITTER
BATTERY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42-70
KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM INSPECTION42-71
KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM TIMER LOCK
FUNCTION INSPECTION . . . . . . . . . . . 42-71
ENABLING/DISABLING THE
ANSWERBACK FUNCTION . . . . . . . . . 42-72
HOW TO REGISTER SECRET CODE . 42-73
Continued on next page
HOOD
BODY42-4
HOOD
BODY DIAGNOSIS
INTRODUCTION TO HOOD DIAGNOSISM1421005800363
Wind noise at the hood may be caused by improper
hood adjustment.
HOOD DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLESHOOTING STRATEGYM1421005900337
Use these steps to plan your diagnostic strategy. If
you follow them carefully, you will be sure that you
have exhausted most of the possible ways to find a
hood fault.
1. Gather information from the customer.2. Verify that the condition described by the
customer exists.
3. Find the malfunction by following the Symptom
Chart.
4. Verify malfunction is eliminated.
SYMPTOM CHARTM1421006000371
SYMPTOM PROCEDURES
INSPECTION PROCEDURE 1: Difficult Locking and Unlocking
DIAGNOSIS
STEP 1. Check that the release cable is routed
correctly.
Q: Is the release cable routed correctly?
YES :
Go to Step 2.
NO : Re-route the release cable. Then go to Step
4.
STEP 2. Check the engagement of the hood latch
and hood striker.
Q: Are the hood latch and hood striker engaged
correctly?
YES :
Go to Step 3.
NO : Adjust the hood latch (Refer to P.42-6).
Then go to Step 4.
STEP 3. Check for proper lubrication of release
cable.
Q: Is the release cable properly lubricated?
YES :
Go to Step 4.
NO : Lubricate, then go to Step 4.
STEP 4. Retest the system.
Q: Does the hood lock operate easily?
YES :
The procedure is complete.
NO : Return to Step 1. SYMPTOM INSPECTION
PROCEDUREREFERENCE PAGE
Difficult locking and unlocking 1
P.42-4
Uneven body clearance 2
P.42-5
Uneven height 3
P.42-5
HOOD
BODY42-6
ON-VEHICLE SERVICE
ADJUSTMENT OF CLEARANCE AROUND HOODM1421007200130
Detach the front deck garnish (Refer to GROUP 51, Windshield
Wiper P.51-17). Then loosen the hood hinge mounting nuts
and bolts as shown, and adjust the hood by moving it until the
clearance around it is even.
NOTE:
If the hood hinge mounting bolt washers are welded,
grind off the welding according to the procedure below before-
hand.
.
1. Remove the hood hinge (Refer P.42-8).
2. Use a chisel or grinder to release the hood hinge mounting
bolt washer, which is welded to the hood hinge.
3. On completion, paint the affected area with a suitable
touch-up brush to prevent corrosion.
4. Install the hood hinge (Refer P.42-8).
ALIGNMENT OF HOOD LATCH AND STRIKERM1421008500026
Note the routing of the hood release cable, and then loosen the
hood latch mounting bolts. Then align the latch with the striker
by moving the hood latch. After alignment, ensure that the hood
can be locked and unlocked correctly.
HOOD
BODY42-9
REMOVAL SERVICE POINT
.
<> HOOD LOCK RELEASE CABLE REMOVAL
Release the grommet as shown, and pull out the hood lock
release cable in the arrow direction (passenger compartment
side).
NOTE: If you attempt to pull out the hood lock release cable in
the opposite direction, the end of the hood lock release cable
will engage the grommet and prevent cable removal.
REMOVAL
1. HOOD DAMPER
HOOD LATCH AND HOOD LOCK
RELEASE CABLE REMOVAL
STEPS
RADIATOR GRILLE (REFER TO
GROUP 51, RADIATOR GRILLE
P.51-6).
4. HOOD LATCH
SPLASH SHIELD (REFER TO
P.42-10).
FRONT BUMPER ASSEMBLY
(REFER TO GROUP 51, FRONT
BUMPER P.51-2).
HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLY
(REFER TO GROUP 54A,
HEADLIGHT AND FRONT
COMBINATION LIGHT P.54A-153).
FRONT END STRUCTURE BAR
(REFER TO P.42-84).5. HOOD LOCK RELEASE HANDLE
<>6. HOOD LOCK RELEASE CABLE
HOOD AND HOOD HINGE
REMOVAL STEPS
7. HOOD INSULATOR
8. HOOD WEATHERSTRIP
WINDSHIELD WASHER HOSE,
WINDSHIELD WASHER NOZZLE
(REFER TO GROUP 51,
WINDSHIELD WASHER P.51-23).
9. HOOD
10. GAS STRUTS
FRONT DECK GARNISH (REFER
TO GROUP 51, WINDSHIELD
WIPER P.51-17).
11. HOOD HINGEHOOD LATCH AND HOOD LOCK
RELEASE CABLE REMOVAL
STEPS (Continued)
DOOR
BODY42-23
DOOR
GENERAL DESCRIPTIONM1423000100246
OPERATION
.
CENTRAL DOOR LOCKING SYSTEM
The central door locking system operates the door
lock actuator to lock or unlock the doors and the fuel
lid door using the door lock switch built into the front
power window (main or sub) switch or key cylinder
built into the driver's side door outside handle. The
system has the following operations and features:
All doors and fuel lid door can be locked using the
door lock switch built into the front power window
(main or sub
Insert the key into the driver's key cylinder and
turn once to the unlock side to unlock the driver's
door and fuel lid door. Turn the key once again to
the unlock side to unlock all doors and fuel lid
door.
The key reminder function automatically unlocks
all doors when door lock operation is performed
and the front doors are opened while the key is
inserted into the ignition switch.
.
POWER WINDOWS
When the power window (main or sub) switch is
operated, the door windows will open or close. This
system has the following operations and features:
A power window lock switch on the power win-
dow main switch prevents the door window glass
from opening/closing with the front passenger's
and rear power window sub switch.
The power window of the door window glass can
be opened/closed for 30 seconds with the timer
function after the ignition switch is turned OFF.
(The timer expires if the front door
opened when the timer is in operation).
The power window main switch contains a
one-touch down switch that will automatically
open the driver's side door window only.
CENTRAL DOOR LOCKING SYSTEM DIAGNOSISM1427000700217
The central door locking system is controlled by the
simplified wiring system (SWS). Refer to GROUP
54B, SWS Diagnosis P.54B-57.
POWER WINDOW DIAGNOSISM1429000700224
The power window is controlled by the simplified wir-
ing system (SWS). Refer to GROUP 54B, SWS
Diagnosis P.54B-57.
DOOR DIAGNOSIS
INTRODUCTION TO GLASS AND DOOR DIAGNOSISM1423007300241
Glass and door faults include water leaks and
improper opening and closing. Causes for these
faults can include faults in the glass, weatherstrip,
drain hole, waterproof film or door installation.
GLASS AND DOOR DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLESHOOTING STRATEGYM1423006700246
Use these steps to plan your diagnostic strategy. If
you follow them carefully, you will be sure that you
have exhausted most of the possible ways to find a
glass and door fault.
1. Gather information from the customer.2. Verify that the condition described by the
customer exists.
3. Find the malfunction by following the Symptom
Chart.
4. Verify malfunction is eliminated.
DOOR
BODY42-25
STEP 3. Inspect the window regulator assembly.
Q: Is the window regulator assembly in good
condition?
YES :
Go to Step 4.
NO : Repair or replace the window regulator
assembly, then go to Step 4.
STEP 4. Retest the system.
Q: Does the door window operate correctly?
YES :
The procedure is complete.
NO : Return to Step 1.
INSPECTION PROCEDURE 3: Water Leak Through Door Edge
DIAGNOSIS
STEP 1. Check the weatherstrip.
Q: Is the weatherstrip in good condition?
YES :
Go to Step 2.
NO : Replace the weatherstrip, then go to Step 3.
STEP 2. Check the door fit (alignment).
Q: Is the door fit (alignment) correct?
YES :
Go to Step 3.
NO : Adjust the door fit (Refer to P.42-30). Then
go to Step 3.
STEP 3. Retest the system.
Q: Is any water leaking?
YES :
Return to Step 1.
NO : The procedure is complete.
INSPECTION PROCEDURE 4: Water Leak from Door Center
DIAGNOSIS
STEP 1. Check the drain hole.
Q: Is the drain hole clogged?
YES :
Clean the drain hole, then go to Step 3.
NO : Go to Step 2.
STEP 2. Check the weatherstrip.
Q: Is the weatherstrip in good condition?
YES :
Go to Step 3.
NO : Repair or replace the weatherstrip, then go
to Step 3.
STEP 3. Retest the system.
Q: Is any water leaking?
YES :
Return to Step 1.
NO : The procedure is complete.
INSPECTION PROCEDURE 5: Door Hard to Open
DIAGNOSIS
STEP 1. Adjust the latch and striker engagement.
Refer to P.42-30.
Q: Is the latch and striker engagement adjusted?
YES :
Go to Step 2.
NO : Adjust the latch and striker. (Refer to
P.42-30). Then go to Step 4.
STEP 2. Check for lock cable damage.
Q: Is the lock rod damaged?
YES :
Repair or replace the lock cable, then go to
St e p 4.
NO : Go to Step 3.
DOOR
BODY42-30
ON-VEHICLE SERVICE
DOOR FIT ADJUSTMENTM1423001100380
Required Special Tools:
MB990211: Slide Hammer
MB990243: Body Puller
MB990900 or MB991164: Door adjusting Wrench
MB990939: Brass Bar
Attach protection tape to the fender and door edges
where the hinge is installed.
Do not rotate special tool MB991164 with a torque of
over 98 N
m (72 ft-lb).
1. Use special tool MB990900 or MB991164 to loosen the
hinge mounting bolts on the body side, and then adjust the
clearance around the door so that it is uniform on all sides.
2. If a door is not flush with its surrounding panels, loosen the
door-side door hinge mounting bolts and adjust the door as
necessary.
NOTE:
If the door hinge mounting bolt washers are welded,
grind off the welding according to the procedure below
beforehand.
.
1. Remove the door hinge. (Refer P.42-37.)
2. Remove the plastic cover from bolt head. (Refer
P.42-37.)
3. Use a chisel or grinder to release the door hinge mount-
ing bolt washer, which is welded to the door hinge.
4. On completion, paint the affected area with touch-up
paint to prevent corrosion.
5. Install the door hinge. (Refer P.42-37.)
3. If the door is stiff to lock and unlock:
(1) Adjustment by using the striker (vertically or toward the
inside of the vehicle)
Install an temporary bolts instead of the striker mounting
bolt, and use special tool MB990939 and a hammer to
tap the bolt in the desired direction.
DOOR
BODY42-32
GLASS SLIDING MECHANISM CHECK AND
ADJUSTMENT
M1429000900109
If the window glass automatically starts moving downwards at
the wrong time while it is being raised, carry out the following
adjustment or replacement procedures.
1. Remove the door trim assembly (Refer to GROUP 52A,
Door trim P.52A-14).
2. Remove the waterproof film (Refer to P.42-52).
Insert a cushion or similar object to prevent damage to the
glass if it should fall.
3. Remove the window regulator assembly from the door
window glass, and then raise and lower the door window
glass by hand to check the operation force.
4. If the door window glass does not move up and down
smoothly, check or repair the following points:
Check the installation condition of the runchannel.
Repair any twisting in the door sash.
Check the installation condition of the lower sash.
NOTE: To align the lower sash, loosen the lower sash
mounting bolts, and move the lower sash along the oblong
mounting holes.
5. If repair or adjustment is not possible, replace the door
assembly.
POWER WINDOW TIMER FUNCTION CHECKM1429004300154
After the doors are closed and the ignition switch is turned to
the "LOCK" (OFF) position, the power windows should work
within 30 seconds. The timer expires if the front door is opened
during that 30 seconds. If it does not, carry out the timer trou-
bleshooting in GROUP 54B, SWS Diagnosis P.54B-57.