Driver And/Or Passenger Side Mirror Loose (TS 06 12144)

Publication date: 2004-12-14
Reference number: TS 06 12144

DRIVER AND/OR PASSENGER SIDE MIRROR LOOSE

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN

Reference Number(s): TS 06 12144, Date of Issue: December 14, 2004

SUZUKI:	2002-2004, AERIO (RH420/RH423)
SECTION:	Body, Cab & Accessories

CONDITION

Driver and/or passenger side mirror(s) are loose at the break away pivot.

CAUSE

The three screws that attach the mounting bracket to the mirror assembly break away pivot are loose.

CORRECTION

Replace the three old mirror screws with new screws. See the part number listed below in parts information table. Follow the instructions listed below, to remove the affected mirror assembly and replace the screws.

NOTE: Use Loctite(R) 648 or 271 (648 is preferred), on the threads of the new screws before installing.

PARTS INFORMATION

Part Numbers	Description	Qty.	Notes
09139-05063	SCREW	3	Be sure to use thread locking compound on the thread before installing.

WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION

Description	Failed Part Number	Complaint Code	Defect Code	Labor Operation	Labor Time
Mirror Assembly	84701-54G11-5PK	76	48	QJ03R0	0.4Hrs.-One
Mirror Assembly	84701-54G11-5PK	76	48	QJ03R0,1	0.6Hrs.-Both
Repair Message State one or both mirrors serviced

SCREW REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS

Fold mirror so mirror is against the window. Pry bolt cover access off with a small pocket flat head screwdriver where indicated by arrow.

Fig 1: Removing Mirror Cover
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Remove the two exterior mounting bolts.

Fig 2: Locating Exterior Mounting Bolt
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Working on the inside of the door, remove the plastic cover to reveal the last mounting bolt. Carefully remove the bolt as it can easily drop inside the door.

Fig 3: Locating Last Mounting Bolt
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Carefully pull the mirror assembly away from the door and turn it upside down to reveal the three screws that will be replaced. It is not necessary to disconnect the wire for this procedure.

Fig 4: Removing Mirror Assembly
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Remove and replace each of the three screws one at a time and replace them with the new screws. Be sure to apply the above listed Loctite(R) to the threads before installing.
Reinstall mirror assembly to vehicle door(s).

Fig 5: Remove & Replace Screws
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NOTE: Replacement screw (09139-05063) sample Fig 6 .

Fig 6: Sample Screw

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