Sliding Door Repair 2001 Honda Odyssey -EricTheCarGuy

If you have an Odyssey that has issues with the doors opening and closing this might be your fix. Sometimes the roller assemblies go bad and cause issues with the doors opening and closing on the Honda Odyssey. This video shows the step by step of the removal and replacement of the rear hinge/roller assembly on the Honda Odyssey. I also touch on the operation of the motor and how to set the cable tension on the mechanism. I believe this is a common problem with these vans and the simple test shown in the video will tell if you have this issue. Hope you enjoy the video. Here's some useful links and info for you.
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[@donseymour5560]

10 years later, and its still helping folks, our carpet is in the same color and condition, kids. Thanks Eric

[@deucedawg01]

Eric, thanks for the vid. After performing this procedure myself, i found that u need not completely take out the rear seat or remove all pannels. rear seat should stow away in the trunk to give u room. you also need only to pop panel back to the rear speaker. u just need to be able to adjust cable tension. i would not have figured this out withiut ur vid. lastly, before u reinstall everything back, check door closed with engine running to ensure door closes all the way and sensor is triggered. i found adjustment was needed at the rollers placing doors a few mm up, yup location is key. thanks again for very helpful video. deuce

[@diaoyutai2010]

After watching the video, I completed replacement of roller on my 2002 Odyssey Passenger side sliding door. Actually, I didn't need to take the entire interior out, just pull off to the rear speaker and the motor came out so that I could adjust the tension on the wire. I ordered part online which cost me less than $50. Thanks, Eric, your video very helpful.

[@genemorse7122]

Followed this video to do this repair on our faithful 2003 Ody (bought it new). Thankfully, I did not need to remove third row seat or as many panels as Eric took out, which saved some work. Fantastic detail in Eric's videos gives a DIY'er the opportunity and confidence to save hundreds of dollars on every repair. Part cost ~$50+ delivered. I would have never attempted this without such a great coach! With five drivers in my immediate family, I have a fleet of older used cars that I maintain, p;ease keep these videos coming.

[@rickfrey1139]

Fantastic video! After watching this I replaced both of my door hinges in a single afternoon. I spent about 4 hours on it. Parts cost me about $180. I am supper pleased. Thanks Eric.

[@98Dc2hIgHcOmp]

Once again impressed, it's like anything else is uncivilized when it comes to automotive repair videos. Thanks for your dedication and effort that you do for those that are looking to save and learn in their automotive repairs.

[@jims2507]

I did this repair on a 2001-2004 odyssey, right side. As others have mentioned (thanks!), I didn't have the allen wrench socket, so I lowered the back seat flush with the floor, and pulled the side panel forward and reached around behind it to change the wire tension. I joined the ETCG premium to see how to do the right side (he has an extended video that shows that, but not in as much detail as the left side), since I was having problems with that. Thanks, Eric, for such a detailed videos and explanations!

[@dxrflyboy]

Boy did you do that the hard way, Eric! We Honda techs don't pull out the inside panels unless we're replacing the drive motor. It's a bit tight, but with a pair of "Vise Grips" it is possible to pull the cables close enough together to change the roller. In the worst case, if I get one that's really stubborn, I'll bend one of the cable guides on the roller, insert the cable barrel, then bend the guide back. The front bracket for the track cover tends to break off, but it's no big deal, as long as the cover engages all the lugs. The screws in the back behind the taillights will keep it from going anywhere.

[@bwr0827]

I just replaced the hinge/roller assembly on both doors of my 2001 Odyssey with ease, thanks to this video! I will say that removing the bench is not necessary -- just fold it down toward the back. Thanks, Eric, for your help!

[@DayforNightProd]

Eric, I purchased your f series timing belt video for my 90 honda. Invaluable...saved me lots of time and hassle. I currently own a 2004 ody, and the passengers side door is hitting the body when opening....this video is exactly what I need. I hope you ignore the few bad apples, and keep doing what you are doing - most folk (like me) don't have a lot of money to spend having our cars fixed at the dealer - 99.9 of us love you, and are grateful for every video you take the time to produce.

[@BigQVideos]

Eric: Many, many thanks for the great video. I just changed the driver side roller assembly on my 2002 Odyssey and here are some pointers based on my experience of one job. 1) Based on looking through multiple videos you do not need to remove as many interiors items as Eric did. I have seen comments that it can be performed without removing any interior panels but I was follow suite. I found it impossible to get the old roller assembly off without loosening the cable as Eric showed. I would strongly recommend marking the inner and outer wheels of the inside cable tightener with a Sharpie before you loosen it. That way you know the alignment needed to achieve the same degree of cable tightness as Honda originally had it 2) To get at the inner cable tightener I did the following: Put third seat in stowed position. Removed mats. Took out screw hidden where the jack is housed. Removed jack and all jack accessories. Note: If jack does not want to come out, likely it is because it has been tightened so that it does not rattle. Turn the exposed circle counterclockwise with one of the accessories so that the jack closes and is easily removed. Remove the second row seat belt at the base (14 mm). Remove the stereo screws. Remove the screw near the latch for the third row seat. With these removed you can open the side panel enough from the top to perform the work you need to accomplish 3) Honda says I could use white lithium grease to lubricate the channel, which I did when I was finished (Eric used axle grease) 4) I recommend covering the side of the car with painters tape and rags to prevent scratches 5) My hinge also had a shim plate which looked like it was welded on but it was not, only held on with very good adhesive. I was eventually able to get off with screwdriver and hammer and WD-40. Soaking with a solvent like alcohol or acetone may have worked better. To reglue the shim to the new assembly I used Dap Rapidfuse from Lowe's. It set very quickly 6) By far the hardest thing to do was to get the cable assembly to close back to the original mark I made with the Sharpie. I am quite strong but the best I could do was to get close but the cable was still to loose. Finally, I got it this way. Get it as tight as you can, attach the assembly to the door. Close the door and then open the door as much as possible. With the door on and the door all the way back there was finally enough slack in the front of the cable that I could get the inside wheel to turn to its original position. 7) Finally, when completed, door worked well but there was a louder clunk than usual at the fully open position. A different video showed a rubber stopper that is supposed to be in place at the top of the door towards the back. My car was missing both (for how long??!!) so I didn't realize it was even missing. I will try to get replacements at Honda. I wonder if the extra play due to missing stopper some how causes the door assembly to hit in a funny way and wear down/break the nylon roller piece. All this work because one of the roller assemblies nylon rollers was gone. The other was intact. Good luck fixing your Odyssey!!

[@jorasaveminiaturas]

Hey reading your post gave more ideas I was scared I had to do all Eric did on his video, your comment just save time to me =) BTW I have a question that may someone had already, can you give your advice? doing what I think could be easier and save a bunch of time too. Do you think is possible just to replace the rollers (by doing this I think there will be no need to loose the cables) and use ball bearing rollers easy to find at any store, or either make some out of a 3D printer ? may be? what do you think? I own a 2000 Oddy and my damaged hinge is the right one, (Because I live in Tijuana Mexico and here is not possible to get the hinge bracket for the replacement) Thank you =)

[@tommyschepens]

Clear, concise and easy-to-follow explanation, along with excellent camera angles and clarity. Very well done! Thank-you!

[@kevinmeehan3831]

Just completed 2 sliding door hinges. total time 4 hours....Did not take inside panels all the way off. DID disconnect battery *because* while unscrewing hinge, door jiggled while on jack, and started CLOSING...almost lost the door!! Great video Eric!!

[@ericthecarguy]

I did play with them for a while. Enjoyed my victory. Once you have the light assembly out just turn the bulb assemblies counterclockwise and they come out.

[@moneygeewtee]

Another great, educating video. I cracked up where, towards the end of reassembly, Eric stumbled out of the back of the van. Liked how he slowed that part down to normal speed, "I'm ok!" HILARIOUS! Thanks Eric.

[@installer18yrs]

I had bad roller assemblies on a 2003 Odyssey plus a broken cable. I replaced the cable with parts from Home Depot per a You tube video. I also replaced the roller without taking all the inner panels. It took a little effort to connect the second cable end but that saved a lot of time.

[@canadaeast]

Wow, I am feeling overwhelmed just watching this video. Eric, you are one smooth operator.

[@cbsbsbll]

Fantastic video Eric! We used this to guide us through the repair on both sliding doors on our 2004 Odyssey. Worked great! Thank you for putting the detail into this to provide a great guide.

[@guzman9011]

Thanks for guiding me through my next project. My door jumps and skips if the vans on an incline

[@sheeshalready]

I own the 2002. Yes, the Odyssey is not one of Honda's best, and had major tranny issues early on. My tranny was replaced under warranty and it is still going trouble free. The Odyssey has excellent power, 20-22 mpg, gearing is well designed, does not burn oil, no leaks of any kind, 165k. Seats 7 and will haul as much as a full size pick-up without paying for commercial tags. If it is working, keep it! Because of your vids, I replaced the same slider, and the clock bulb. Thanks, Eric!

[@danbollinger6304]

Thank you very much for the great video. After watching the video, I replaced both of my door rollers, and everything is working like new. It was great to know what to expect before I even started the project! The dealer said it could cost ~$1400 for the repair, and I spent a little over $200.

[@teresitaperez4216]

did you remove all the inside panel

[@zext0r]

I dont even own this car and dont think i ever would, but as a soon to be automotive apprentice i still watch every video you upload just to learn new things and just in case i have a car im working on with a problem that you fix!

[@MikeFyxdt]

It’s 2019 and the video is still going strong! Hopefully my Y2K Odyssey will be going strong, too, after getting a much-deserved door tune up. Great tutorial, thanks for making it!

[@MikeFyxdt]

@@RecordiationsShorts The ghost of our Honda Odyssey is living in our 2022 Pilot now!

[@noid3948]

Many thanks Eric. I just did both doors today following this vid step by step. Figure I save 500 bucks. Sweet!

[@TheK24Kyle]

I find it absolutely amazing that our 2003 ran 175,000 miles before we traded it in and not once did we ever have a problem with that door... because that looks like one royal pain in the ass, and im AMAZED that motor never needed to be serviced...

[@patamos7019]

Good job, Eric. It was nice to see you tackle something you had never done before.

[@joshriver75]

Hey..great video. Im tackling this job as we speak. I would like to add something tho...the third row seat does not need to be removed. You can just fold it in and the panel is actually cut out around the anchor point. (can be seen in your video) I didn't remove mine. I was forced into thought after I seen how big that allen bolt was and was like "uh oh..I dont got one that big" After looking at it for a minute I thankfully realised it did not need to be removed.. anyway..great video. it was extremely helpful!!

[@paulhempstead6485]

Also FYI for those who also don't have the wrench, I think it's a 12mm, not a 7/16 as mentioned in the video

[@juliedouglas6609]

Dude Eric - you make it on my hero list - thanks for the great video. I have you to thank for my wife's excitement that her doors are working again!

[@473sgpm2]

Great vid and very detailed. I have to replace my sliding door motor on both sides but I’m going to replace the engine and trans mounts first.

[@heikkipinomaa5720]

Hi you! Greetings from Helsinki Suomi Finland. In my point of you, this one is a very special one; friendly video, well produced. I would like to tell you, that you are at your roots here. Also Fixing It Forward -series has been my favourite a long time, I've been watching these videos over and over again. God bless you and Keep going!

[@tomduncan1970]

Awesome video Eric. I am getting ready to do this on a 2007. Same door. This video helped out tremendously. Thank You!

[@WouterB76]

High speed shots with a bit of music to go along with them, i'm loving it!

[@onemorehunter]

High speed reinstall..... I love it. I also laughed my ass off when you tripped out of the back but I am glad you are ok. Honda does make damn reliable vehicles. Good to see you finally got it fixed.

[@mistywhy1]

Thanks Eric, great info, and the editing was good, no wasted time. Very useful for me.

[@thewave561]

THANK YOU!!!!! My wife and I laughed because of all the similarities in our vehicles kids/fixes. Thanks again for sharing your knowledge!

[@benjaminblack7018]

I really enjoyed the time lapse of you putting everything together.

[@chrissites2065]

Thank you so much Eric. Took a while, but you made it easy for me. (I tried your “easy way” video method first, but couldn’t get the cable disconnected)

[@ericthecarguy]

I did replace the belt a couple of years ago. I actually have a video on the process on my website. The J series timing belt.

[@RobertDIY]

Hey Eric: Over 8,000 views on this video in 1 day, awesome!!! You are truly a beast! Keep up the good KZbin work. Robert

[@gtojober]

Hey Eric! Great video and I am sure the wife and kids are happier than you about this! Yes the trip and save was awesome. Wow I am getting old I just watched a half hour video that may not even be my problem on a saturday night.

[@carolshafer5101]

I just got a 2002 with sticky doors. I'll be opening up my rear panels and greasing the tracks. THANKYOU for this clip!!! Tall Jack

[@bigfoot644]

the 2001 honda space odyssey..you are as clever as you are a master mechanic Eric

[@scottwinterton4294]

This video was awesome and the project was exactly as easy. I used a crate with some cardboard to support the door. Saved me $75 from the mechanic 😊

[@masterpanther1]

Excellent didn't seem to be too bad to do at all. Just a little bit time consuming but totally worth it.

[@Normanthecow01]

I just repaired both doors on my 01 Odyssey following these steps. I first tried to change the hinge without removing the inner panels, but there wasn't enough slack in the cable. Steps worked great. The only issue was the allen head on the back seat. It's not a 7/16 hex, though that may work in a pinch if the bolts aren't rusted. It's a 12mm hex.

[@briansmobile1]

I love your intro. It's professional and concise.

[@sspaul294]

Awesome vid Eric!!! I'm going to fix my van door too now! Much appreciated.

[@mechanicsnorthperth]

Amazing! Thank you so much for sharing this wonderful video. Now we can fix sliding door by just watching your video. Good job!

[@michaelburrows9219]

Thanks, EricTheCarGuy! I fixed mine today.

[@saltycracker2422]

Jesus watching you tackle these jobs is very funny but very insightful both sliding doors on mine the bearings are smoked the body panel is scratched all the way down..i will attempt to do this job after this brutal buffalo winter..the sarcasm. Is enough to make me want to get it done at least on 1 side

[@kman-mi7su]

Great video! My 04 Ody passenger side door cable snapped this will give me an idea on how to get to it.

[@joshk8312]

You really explain and show this well, thank you!

[@JeremySchwartz2027]

Awesome video, and you definitely have a great sense of humor.

[@billycristobal502]

You are very good!! It is mostly detailed video I ever seen ,, thanks!!

[@zoeeric1649]

Thank you so much. Simply straight to the point method love it. Stay safe 👌👌👍👍👍👍

[@lamchiheng2]

I believe the feeling the door being flush part is simply him being proud and happy of what he just did :)

[@TyroneMaye]

looked like you were having fun playing with the doorthere as it closed and opened 😁👀 i am looking at 2011 through 2016 model rear door window replacement task for guy i know owns business needs window done...

[@mijaresaldo]

Thank you very much! I'm trying this!

[@santaneco1111]

another excellent detail car repair from Erick good job!

[@stevieraysoper5204]

I've owned my 01 Ody for a year now, haven't had to do much to it but it's starting to yell at me......lol. I do all of my own work so this video comes in really handy since I don't have the service manual. Great video Eric, thanks for your help. Stay dirty...lol.

[@tschuy3923]

Nicely done zerc. I love how you are sble to takena complicated task and make it easy. You are an awesome man!!!

[@tschuy3923]

Sorry for the poor spelling and gramer issues. Im a person who has lost fifty percent of his rightbtemperal lobe brain due to a brain cancer tomurnij my rightbtemperal lube,eric you arevawsme man and an inepirationnto keep drivingnforkeep,in thebfight between my wife sndbthese,videos it my reson to keep trying. Youminspire me dir and i thank uou for that i will keep,up,with the battle and this journey. Some day i know i will beatbthis thingnand start on my project car,2002 ddge intrepid with twin turbo. On my bucket list to get done before i letbgo of my oife strings.... Anyone in the SeaTac Angle lake who would like to help turn wrenches drop me a line, Or two

[@AnterianEvo]

Please don't be rude on this channel, this guys is modest about his talents and has stated on multiple occasions that he specializes in Honda. But that doesn't mean he can't work on anything else, have you even watched his videos? engine pulls, clutches, he does it all. What exactly have you done in life to validate your comment? where is the attitude coming from? if you don't like something then just don't watch, seems easy to me *shrugs* good video Eric.

[@resurrectionauto670]

Your video are excellent. Informative and entertaining!

[@hollyschaefer483]

Hi Eric, the mystery electronic device (at 13:57) attached to the inside the Ody left rear panel is a brake light failure sensor. There's also a vacant receptacle taped up in blue to the rear-hatch wiring harness (at 14:07) that can be used for trailer lighting.

[@cbobcbob100]

thanks----one of your best----u keep getting better and better....thanks again

[@danielcolfer4671]

I wish you lived in my neighborhood. Great info. Thnx.

[@R.D.G.C.]

This was fantastic! Thank you very much!

[@siularevalo]

I like this guy, very helpfull look like he have a plenny time to show everybody interested how fix their car related isues in the cheapest way. i mean avoid mechanic shop expenses. Good for people bad for reap off dealers and mechanic shops. and thats count.

[@bunning63]

Always a good sign to see a man keen to take it all apart, my I suggest Part 2?, how to clean your carpets.

[@ashleymartin1971]

I'd like to add that Eric, as good as you are, you missed securing the passenger side middle retaining clips that face toward the camera before you reinstalled the weather stripping. Just thought i'd point that out for ya. also the rest of your videos on Hondas are very helpful, I'm certified through Toyota so being knowledgeable on one family of cars is vey helpful, having someone else who is knowledgeable on another popular brand is just as helpful! Keep the videos coming and I might suggest a video on diagnosing an issue with the engine not starting because of a defective computer, long story short, a customers vehicle came in with no spark, no fire to the coil and no power, after a few hours of research and contact with the dealer for an electrical schematic, I finally came to a hypothesis and conclusion that the PCM was faulty. low-and-behold, replaced and the vehicle started right up immediately on the first turn of the key.

[@fornman]

Did this yesterday. Thanks for the video Eric! I can't get my PDF service manual to load, and I was stuck.

[@spelunkerd]

It's great to stand on your shoulder and listen to your mind work as you do a job you've never done before. When I tackle something as complex as this, I'm really cautious, like a scout in enemy territory.

[@felipemoralesg1985]

Buen video muy ilustrativo

[@laohantun7404]

Thanks mate, learnt something new.

[@clarencesturdivant7928]

Very educational. Thanks bro.

[@clarencesturdivant7928]

Thanks. I popped my cable, so I believe I can just detach the rear light and outer panels and cut the cable.

[@jerrodl]

I love that guy who put your Odyssey back together, Eric....I'd pay that guy by the hour!

[@erm0904]

I replaced the right and left rollers in one afternoon. Taking time to remove the side panels is well worth it. Doing this job without removing the side panels to access the tension wheel is not a good idea. Extremely difficult to remove and reattach the cable without releasing tension. However, you don't have to remove the rear seat. The side panel lifts over the bolts.

[@armydlguy]

Eric, as always - outstanding video and explanation! I have a question that someone else asked, "Can you just pinch the cables with needle nosed pliers so they don't move, and replace the roller without tearing down the interior?"

[@ygmv21]

nice work, very well video shoting.

[@robertpapps5383]

Thanks much Eric!

[@dustinstanaitis1960]

Thank you so much.. this helps a lot

[@fernandorecio5008]

Awesome video Eric.

[@Olwmatt]

thank you for not taking too long on the intro

[@adrianalonso5985]

It's cool how your door sounds different when you Fixed it and i have a honda odyssey to. The year is 2004.

[@adrianalonso5985]

I like when you. Say EricTheCarGuy

[@FrenchVries]

Same thing happened to our Opel Combo. Exact same construction. Had to lift it up a bit to get it to lock into place. Easy fix though.

[@spiderdad00]

Great video Eric

[@TransGalGaming]

I AM SO HAPPY!! ~keeps playing with it~

[@MeowJW]

Love those high speed shots. Great video again Eric. PS any more videos on the subaru?

[@hhn2002]

THANK YOU

[@2525kap]

Thank you

[@offtrackpl]

Great video

[@ninireihammond5148]

Love the video, thank you...

[@MrDesertPunk]

I'm 14 minutes in. THIS IS SO AWESOME!

[@EKCSEVEN]

GOOD GOD , I would have given up after the first minute :O GOOD JOB ERIC B-)

[@simonsj15]

Good stuff!! Thanks Eric.

[@bucwefazir]

Yap thank u Ericthecarguy realy its nice and educative.

[@glycett]

Thanks Eric. That was a great video. Appreciate your continued work on this vehicle. I have a 2003 version of the same vehicle. Wonder if you ever replaced the timing belt on this one.. I am getting ready to attack that next.

[@vanjacecen6654]

Great instructions and video. I have a question for my 2004 odyssey. If the only reason to disassemble panels is to reach to tensioner in order to release the hinge from cables, could it be an option just partially cut through the inside door panel with vibration cutter at proper location. Van has 0 value at this age and shape anyway. This would save 80% of the work, in case you do not worry much about the panel aesthetics after taping.

[@Lavos1999]

Your videos are always high quality. I always turn ad-block off for you