Rear Door Panel: Service and Repair

Rear Door Panel Removal/Installation

Special Tools Required
- KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014 *
- Trim pad remover. Snap-on A 177A or equivalent, commercially available

* Available through the American Honda Tool and Equipment Program.

NOTE: Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when prying components.

SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations and the precautions and procedures before doing repairs or service.




1. Using the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set, pry out on the upper portion of the cover (A) to release the upper hook (B), and pull up the cover to release the lower hooks (C), then remove the cover, and remove the screws securing the inner handle (D).




2. Pull out on the front edge of the inner handle (A), and pull the inner handle forward to release the hook(B).
3. Disconnect the inner handle cable (C), then remove the inner handle.




4. Pull out on the speaker cover (A) to detach the hooks (B) and clips (C), then remove the cover.
5. Remove the screws (D), then remove the speaker (E) (for some models), and disconnect its connector (F).
6. Remove the screw (G).




7. From under the armrest, using the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set, pry out the lid (A), and remove the screw.




8. Pull out on the bottom of the lower anchor cap (A) to release the hooks (B), and pull down on the cap to release the hooks (C), then remove the cap from the door panel (D).




9. Remove the door panel (A) with as little bending as possible to avoid creasing or breaking it.
1. Pull the door weatherstrip (B) out as necessary.
2. Release the clips that hold the door panel with a commercially available trim pad remover (C).
3. Pull out on the top of the door panel to release the hooks (D) from the rear door trim (E).
4. Pull the door panel upward.

10. Install the door panel in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- Make sure the inner handle cable is connected properly.
- Check if the clips are damaged or stress-whitened, and if necessary, replace them with new ones.
- Push the clips and hooks into place securely.
- When reinstalling the door panel, make sure the plastic cover is installed properly and sealed around its perimeter to seal out water.
- Check for water leaks.