Mazda RX7. Manual - part 83

WIND NOISE AROUND DOORS CAT. S, NO. 018/98

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NOTE: The card test can only be used to evaluate the A-pillar
sealing contact. Use the following WHITE GREASE TEST
to evaluate the rest of the weather-strip.

WHITE GREASE TEST

1. Roll down windows and adequately cover all interior surfaces to
prevent contact with grease.

2. Thoroughly and evenly spray the sheet metal surface of the body
that seals against the weather-strip on the door.

NOTE:

* It is recommended that you use KAR Products #78620 "Multi-purpose
white grease (aerosol spray)" or equivalent.

* DO NOT spray the weather-strip.

3. Using only the door handle, very gently close the door. This will
prevent over-slam which could result in an inaccurate reading.

4. Open the door and measure the width of the grease pattern that
is left along the length of the weather-strip (check for any
unevenness in width). See Fig. 2.

a. If 4 mm or more, sealing contact is adequate if door closing
effort is acceptable. Clean grease from vehicle.

b. If 3 mm or less, sealing contact is insufficient. Clean grease
from vehicle and proceed to DOOR ADJUSTMENT.

DOOR ADJUSTMENT

The door should be adjusted to obtain the proper seal compression
while maintaining proper door alignment. The hinges control the in/out
location of the door at the front as well as overall tip or tilt of
the door when viewed from the front or rear. The door striker controls
the in/out location of the door at the rear latch.

CAUTION: DO NOT pry or force the door into alignment.

In addition to Workshop Manual procedures for door alignment, the
following information tips are provided

* As a guideline, if the weather-strip contact is insufficient,
the door hinge(s) should be adjusted 2-4 mm inward. Determine
the amount of movement by outlining the hinge mount area
before door adjustment and after. See Fig. 3.

* Adjusting one hinge at a time will prevent any extreme door

WIND NOISE AROUND DOORS CAT. S, NO. 018/98

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movement. This is done by loosening the hinge bolts and
moving the door with a padded pry bar just enough to
permit movement of the door.

* Hinges should be adjusted first, followed by the striker.

* Adjustment to the rear door(s), if applicable, may require
adjustments to the front door and possibly to the front
fender to maintain alignment.

* Door closing effort should be checked to ensure that it remains
acceptable after adjustments are completed. If any doors are
too difficult to close, the seal compression may be
excessive and adjustment will need to be repeated.

* After completing adjustments, verify seal compression by using
the card test and white grease test.

3. Verify repair.

Fig. 1: Card Test

WIND NOISE AROUND DOORS CAT. S, NO. 018/98

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Fig. 2: Grease Pattern - Measure

Fig. 3: Hinge Mount - Outline

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WINDSHIELD STONE CHIPPING INSPECTION CAT. S, NO. 037/96

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ARTICLE BEGINNING

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN

WINDSHIELD STONE CHIPPING INSPECTION

Model(S): All Mazda Models
Category: S - Body
Bulletin No.: 037/96
Date: August 10, 1996

DESCRIPTION

Windshield cracks caused by stone chips are not covered under the
new vehicle warranty. Service Advisers and Service Managers should
review the criteria below for addressing customer complaints regarding
cracked windshields. If possible, customers should be present when the
inspection is performed.

INSPECTION PROCEDURE

1. Visually inspect the length of the crack and the windshield molding
for signs of stone contact.

2. Trace the length of the crack with a needle or small nail to
determine chipping location.

IMPORTANT

Windshield replacement is not warrantable if a chip larger than 1 mm
in diameter exists along the length of the crack.

Fig. 1: Windshield Inspection

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