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1. Repair Procedure G Under middle of rear window From VIN 2HJYK1 7H500001 thru 2HJYK1 7H510756 2008 American Honda Motor Co Inc All Rights Reserved Repair Procedure H Under cowl at A pillar gaps in sealer or poor adhesion of sealer to painted body From VIN 2HJYK1 7H500001 thru QHJYK1 7H550722 REQUIRED MATERIALS NOTE Once an Ultrapro tube is opened the contents begins to dry Each tube can be used to repair only one vehicle 3M Ultrapro Urethane Seam Sealer requires 3M caulking gun repairs one vehicle 3M P N 051135 08360 3M Ultrapro Autobody Sealant requires standard caulking gun repairs one vehicle 3M P N 051135 08300 3M Brushable Seam Sealer repairs five vehicles 3M P N 051135 08656 Either one of the sealers or the sealant can be used to seal a seam 3M Urethane Windshield Adhesive use only for REPAIR PROCEDURE G repairs one vehicle 3M P N 051135 08693 PARTS INFORMATION Replace these parts if the rear roof trim is removed Roof Grommet B six required P N 91506 SJC A01 H C 7985096 Roof Grommet A P N 91505 SJC A01 H C 7985088 Cowl Top Clip Seven required P N 90602 SX0 003 H C 4634838 C Pillar Outer Trim Clip A three required P N 91502 SCV AOO H C 7291792 ATB 38045 38997 0804 1 of 6 Skill Lever CUSTOMER INFORMATION The information in this bulletin is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools equipment R and training t2. BRACKET HOLE e Reposition the drill so the bit is pointing at a downward angle and drill a second hole into the noise block A PILLAR S Oy NOISE BLOCK V Drill upward then downward ON ul y through the 4 A pillar rs noise block 7 P N vA G N a hag Xv No Ng 6 To prevent rusting apply primer to any surface area cut with the drill bit 7 Clean the area around the clip hole and the hole under the VTM 4 controller bracket with isopropyl alcohol 8 Coat the clip hole and the open hole under the VTM 4 controller bracket with seam sealer and let it to dry for about 15 minutes Use 3M Brushable Seam Sealer or equivalent NOTE Do not fill the drilled hole with seam sealer It will block the flow of water 5 of 6 9 To verify the repair pour about 3 to 4 oz 100 ml of water inside the A pillar using a funnel and hose The water should drain out through the bottom of the A pillar below the passenger compartment floor GLOVE BOX OPENING FUNNEL AND HOSE SEAM SEALER Cover the NOISE top clip hole BLOCK Drains under the vehicle 10 Reinstall the VTM 4 controller the glove box and the passengers kick panel REPAIR PROCEDURE G Remove the rear window and reinstall it be sure the window and the frame are properly positioned Be sure to reinstall all parts in the reverse order of removal and use new clips and grommets for the rear roof trim e Ref
3. HONDA Service Bulletin Applies To 2006 Ridgeline From VIN 2HJYK1 6H500001 thru 2HJYK1 6H521114 07 082 ama April 15 2008 2007 Ridgeline From VIN 2HJYK1 7H500001 thru 2HJYK1 7H550722 Diagnosing and Repairing Water Leaks Supersedes 07 082 dated November 28 2007 to update the information marked by the black bars Replaces 05 045 Water Leak at Right Front Floor dated November 17 2005 and 06 016 Water Leak Near the Right Rear Door dated April 11 2006 SYMPTOM There is a strong damp odor in the passenger s compartment and or the carpet is wet PROBABLE CAUSE Improperly applied seam sealer is causing one or more water leaks CORRECTIVE ACTION Apply seam sealer where it is missing It is not necessary to cut apart the body panels NOTE Replace any carpet or insulation material that has been wet 2006 Repair Procedure A Lower cowl A pillar From VIN 2HJYK1 6H500001 thru QHJYK1 6H503867 Repair Procedure B Upper cowl A pillar From VIN 2HJYK1 6H500001 thru QHJYK1 6H517911 Repair Procedure C Lower corner of windshield A pillar From VIN 2HJYK1 6H500001 thru QHJYK1 6H519293 Repair Procedure D C pillar From VIN 2HJYK1 6H500001 thru QHJYK1 6H551855 Repair Procedure E Rear roof trim grommet at C pillar From VIN 2HJYK1 6H500001 thru 2HJYK1 6H555666 Repair Procedure F A pillar insulator drain hole From VIN 2HJYK1 6H500001 thru QHJYK1 6H521114 2007
4. agnosis is complete do the needed repairs After soeaking with the customer if you cannot diagnose the problem using the information in step 2 this service bulletin does not apply Continue looking for other sources of the leak 07 082 REPAIR PROCEDURE A 1 Remove the inner fender e Refer to page 20 178 of the 2006 2008 Ridgeline Service Manual or e Online enter keyword FENDER and select Front Inner Fender Replacement from the list Inspect the seam sealer on the lower A pillar behind the inner fender for gaps or incomplete sealing Inspect the seam sealer on the lower A pillar behind the inner fender 3 Apply sealer sealant where it is missing 4 Reinstall all removed parts REPAIR PROCEDURE B 1 Remove the inner fender e Refer to page 20 178 of the 2006 2008 Ridgeline Service Manual or e Online enter keyword FENDER and select Front Inner Fender Replacement from the list Inspect the sealer on the upper A pillar between the front door hinges for gaps or incomplete sealing 07 082 3 Apply sealer sealant where it is missing Inspect the seam sealer on the upper A pillar between the front door hinges 4 Reinstall all removed parts REPAIR PROCEDURE C 1 Check for missing sealer between the A pillar and the cowl near the lower corner of the windshield Procedures C and F are different See step 2 of DIAGNOSIS Check for missing sealer between the A pillar and cowl next
5. al or e Online enter keywords ROOF TRIM and select Rear Roof Trim Replacement from the list 2 Remove the roof trim grommet and check for seam sealer underneath it Clean any sealer that may be keeping the grommet from sealing to the body Check for seam sealer underneath the roof trim grommet 3 Reinstall all parts in the reverse order of removal and use new clips and grommets for the rear roof trim REPAIR PROCEDURE F 1 Remove these parts e Passengers kick panel Refer to page 20 59 of the 2006 2008 Ridgeline Service Manual or Online enter keyword KICK and select Interior Trim Removal Installation Door Areas from the list e Glove box Refer to page 20 84 of the service manual or Online enter keyword GLOVE and select Glove Box Removal Installation from the list 2 Remove the three VIM 4 controller attachment bolts 07 082 3 Using a pry tool detach the wire harness clips at the locations shown then move the VIM 4 controller out of the way VTM 4 CONTROLLER WIRE HARNESS CLIPS Detach in two places 4 Using a chisel remove the exposed black clip near the controller bracket 07 082 5 Drill anew drain hole where you removed the clip e Wrap a piece of tape around a 3 16 inch drill bit 1 inch from the end e Position the drill so the bit is pointing at an upward angle and drill a hole into the A pillar noise block 1 INCH VTM 4 CONTROLLER
6. er to page 20 37 of the 2006 2008 Ridgeline Service Manual or e Online enter keywords REAR WINDOW and select Rear Window Replacement from the list 6 of 6 REPAIR PROCEDURE H 1 Remove the front seats e Refer to page 20 97 of the Service Manual or e Online enter keywords SEAT REMOVAL and select Front Seat Removal Installation from the list 2 Remove the instrument panel e Refer to page 20 81 of the 2006 2008 Ridgeline Service Manual or e Online enter keywords INSTRUMENT PANEL and select Instrument Panel Removal Installation from the list 3 Remove the insulation from the area shown below Remove the insulation from this area 4 Check for missing sealer under the instrument panel where the cowl area on the left and right sides meet the A pillar Se Check for missing sealer 5 Apply sealer to any areas where there are gaps or where it is missing 6 Reinstall all removed parts 07 082
7. o correctly and safely maintain your vehicle These procedures should not be attempted by do it yourselfers and you should not assume this bulletin applies to your vehicle or that your vehicle has the condition described To determine whether this information applies contact an PEPAIR authorized Honda automobile dealer WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION In warranty The normal warranty applies Description Seal the seam Repair Procedure A 1 0 as70A1 Sealthe seam Repair Procedure A 1 0 Seal the seam Repair Procedure B 8240A7 Seal the seam Repair Procedure C 81302B Seal the seam Repair Procedure D 8420A1 Clean the grommet sealing area 0 Repair Procedure E 848004 Drill a drain hole Repair Procedure F 8320A1 Remove and reinstall the rear window Repair Procedure G 8410A9 Seal the seam Repair Procedure H 2 5 Failed Part P N 04636 SJC A90ZZ H C 7924772 Defect Code 07407 Symptom Code 05905 Skill Level Repair Technician Out of warranty Any repair performed after warranty expiration may be eligible for goodwill consideration by the District Parts and Service Manager or your Zone Office You must request consideration and get a decision before starting work DIAGNOSIS 1 Interview the customer to get as much information as possible Strong odors in the interior of the vehicle can be caused by a water leak To determine where the repair is needed listen carefully to how the customer describes
8. the symptom 2 Procedures A B and C are for repairs on the outside front of the vehicle Procedures D E and G are for repairs on the outside rear of the vehicle Procedures F and H are for repairs on the inside front of the vehicle Based on the customer s descriptions of where the dampness or odor is and the VIN ranges shown in CORRECTIVE ACTION use the appropriate information below to help determine which repair procedure to do repair procedures are for both the drivers and the passengers side More than one repair may be needed e Remove the front inner fender and spray water inside the fenderwell Check the floor on the inside of the vehicle If water enters the vehicle onto the floor do REPAIR PROCEDURE A and or B 2 of 6 e Remove the fender as shown in the photo Spray water on the lower left corner of the windshield If water enters the interior of the vehicle go to REPAIR PROCEDURE C Do not confuse this procedure with REPAIR PROCEDURE F Remove the fender e Spray water on the C pillar If there is water on the right rear floor or the right rear seat belt is wet do REPAIR PROCEDURE D If there is water on the rear floor do REPAIR PROCEDURE E and or G e f water is entering the vehicle at the A pillar clip do REPAIR PROCEDURE F If water is entering the vehicle through the seam sealer at the junction of the A pillar and the underside of the cowl do REPAIR PROCEDURE H Once your di
9. to the lower corner of the windshield 2 Apply sealer sealant where it is missing 3 Reinstall all removed parts 3 of 6 REPAIR PROCEDURE D 1 Remove the right side bed rail trim e Refer to page 20 134 of the 2006 2008 Ridgeline Service Manual or e Online enter keyword BED RAIL and select Pickup Bed Rail Trim Replacement from the list Remove the top right TORX bolt from the front bed panel e Refer to page 20 136 of the service manual or e Online enter keyword FRONT BED PANEL and select Front Bed Panel Removal Installation from the list Lay a protective cover towel or blanket on the roof near the rear roof trim Remove the trim and lay it on the cover you don t need to disconnect the electrical connectors e Refer to page 20 150 of the service manual or e Online enter keyword ROOF TRIM and select Rear Roof Trim Replacement from the list Remove the C pillar outer trim and the cargo area front light e Refer to page 20 135 of the service manual or e Online enter keyword C PILLAR and select C pillar Outer Trim Replacement from the list Apply 3M Brushable Seam Sealer to the area shown 7 SEALER Reinstall all parts in the reverse order of removal use new clips and grommets If needed dry the interior carpet the pad the seat belt and the seat 4of 6 REPAIR PROCEDURE E 1 Remove the rear roof trim e Refer to page 20 175 of the 2006 2008 Ridgeline Service Manu
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