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DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSACURA2010TL FWD V6-3.5LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBODY AND FRAMEWEATHERSTRIPFRONT DOOR WEATHERSTRIPSERVICE AND REPAIR
2010 Acura TL FWD V6-3.5L
Front Door Weatherstrip: Service and Repair
2010 Acura TL FWD V6-3.5LSECTION Service and Repair
Front Door Weatherstrip Replacement
NOTE:
- Put on gloves to protect your hands.
- Take care not to scratch the door.
- Take care not to damage the front upper corner hook and the rear upper corner clip (black) because they are not available separately.
- Use a clip remover to detach the clips.
1. Remove the door checker mounting bolt (A) at the A-pillar.
2. Release the hook (B) and detach the clips (C, D, E, F, G). Then release the door weatherstrip (H) from the holder (I) on the door sash, and remove the weatherstrip.
3. Install the weatherstrip in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- If the clips are damaged or stress-whitened, replace them with new ones.
- Push the clips and the hook into place securely.
- Make sure the door weatherstrip is installed in the holder securely.
- Apply medium strength liquid thread lock to the door checker mounting bolt before installation.
- Check for water leaks Adjustments.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.