Door Glass Adjustment

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Honda Insight and 2010 Honda Insight. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

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

Place the vehicle on a firm, level surface.
Remove these items:
- Door panel:
  - Front door (see FRONT DOOR PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
  - Rear door (see REAR DOOR PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
- Plastic cover:
  - Front door (see step 5 ).
  - Rear door (see step 5 ).
Carefully move the glass (A) until you can see the glass mounting bolts (B), then loosen them.
Front door

Fig 1: Removing Glass Mounting Bolts (Front Door) With Torque Specifications
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

Rear door

Fig 2: Removing Glass Mounting Bolts (Rear Door) With Torque Specifications
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Push the glass against the channel (C), then tighten the glass mounting bolts.
Check that the glass moves smoothly.
Raise the glass fully, and check for gaps. Also check that the glass (A) contacts the glass run channel (B) evenly.

Fig 3: Checking Glass Run Channel Gaps
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Attach the plastic cover making sure it is sealed around its outside perimeter to seal out water.
Check for water leaks. Run water over the roof and on the sealing area as shown, and note these items:
- Use a 12 mm (0.47 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).
Fig 4: Adjusting Rate Of Water Flow
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Reinstall the door panel:
- Front door (see FRONT DOOR PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
- Rear door (see REAR DOOR PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).