Front Door Striker Adjustment; Sliding Door Removal/Installation - Honda 2004 Odyssey Service Manual

Front Door Striker Adjustment

Make sure the door latches securely without slamming
it. If necessary, adjust the striker (A): The striker nuts
are fixed, but the striker can be adjusted slightly up or
down, and in or out.
1. Loosen the screws (B), then insert a shop towel (C)
between the body and striker.
B
8 x 1.25 mm
18 N·m (1.8 kgf·m, 13 lbf·ft)
2. Lightly tighten the screws.
3. Wrap the striker with a shop towel, then adjust the
striker by tapping it with a plastic hammer (D). Do
not tap the striker too hard.
4. Loosen the screws, and remove the shop towel.
5. Lightly tighten the screws.
6. Hold the outer handle out, and push the door
against the body to be sure the striker allows a
flush fit. If the door latches properly, tighten the
screws and recheck.
A
D
C

Sliding Door Removal/Installation

NOTE:
• Have an assistant help you when removing and
installing the door.
• Use seat covers to avoid damaging any surfaces.
• Take care not to scratch the center rail and body.
• Take care not to drop and damage the door.
• Put on gloves to protect your hands.
1. Place the vehicle on a firm, level surface when
removing and installing the door.
2. Remove the sliding door sill trim (see page 20-58).
3. Remove the bolt, and remove the lower roller plate
(A) (manual sliding door) or stop spring (A) (power
sliding door).
Fasterner Location
: Bolt, 1
6 x 1.0 mm
8 N·m
(0.8 kgf·m,
6 lbf·ft)
4. Pull the sliding door backward fully.
A
(cont'd)
20-25 20-25