Windshield - Wind Noise (Whistle)

00-021

February 1, 2000

Applies To:
1995-00 Civic - ALL

Wind Whistle at the Top of the Windshield
(Replaces 95-056, dated March 2, 1999)

SYMPTOM
A whistling or howling noise coming from the top, middle of the windshield at highway speeds. The molding may also be deformed or loose.

PROBABLE CAUSE
Vibration of the upper windshield molding.

CORRECTIVE ACTION
Apply sealant under the entire length of the upper windshield molding.

WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION

In warranty: The normal warranty applies.

Operation Number: 824003
Flat Rate Time: 0.5 hour
Failed Part: P/N 73150-S04-003
H/C 4779385
Defect Code: 056
Contention Code: B07
Template ID: 00-021A
Skill Level: Repair Technician

Out of warranty: Any repair performed after warranty expiration may be eligible for goodwill consideration by the District Service Manager or your Zone Office. You must request consideration, and get a decision, before starting work.

REQUIRED MATERIALS
3M Black Super Silicone Sealant:
(3M P/N 051135-08662)

3M General Purpose Adhesive Cleaner:
(3M P/N 051135-08984)

DIAGNOSIS
Drive the car at highway speeds to verify the noise. If you hear the noise, and its frequency or volume changes when you push on the top of the windshield in front of the rear view mirror, go to REPAIR PROCEDURE.

REPAIR PROCEDURE





1. Protect the roof by applying 2-inch-wide masking tape along the edge of the upper windshield molding, and around the corners.





2. Pull the rear edge of the upper windshield molding away from the roof (use a cotter pin puller or similar tool), and apply a liberal amount of 3M Black Super Silicone Sealant underneath it. Apply sealant along the entire masked-off area.

3. Push on the molding to smooth it out and to form a good seal.

4. After five minutes, remove the masking tape. Clean up any excess sealant with 3M General Purpose Adhesive Cleaner.

5. To give the sealant time to cure, tell the customer not to wash the windshield for 24 hours.





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