Trim Removal/Installation - Rear Side Pillar Area
Trim Removal/Installation - Rear Side Pillar AreaSpecial Tools Required
KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014 *
* Available through the American Honda Tool and Equipment Program.
C-Pillar Trim/Upper Quarter Window Trim
SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations and the precautions and procedures before doing repairs or service.
NOTE:
- Put on gloves to protect your hands.
- Take care not to bend or scratch the trim and panels.
- Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when prying components.
1. Fold the rear seat forward.
2. Remove the rear seat belt lower anchor bolt.
3. Remove the rear seat belt upper anchor bolt.
4. Remove these items:
- Door sill trim
- Rear seat
- Door inner seal, as needed
- Hatch weatherstrip, as needed
- Cargo area floor
- Rear side trim panel
5. Remove the C-pillar trim (A)
1. Detach the clips (B, C) by pulling the trim back.
2. Lower the trim to release the upper hooks (D) from the C-Pillar (E).
6. Detach the clips by pulling the trim back, then remove the upper quarter window trim (A).
7. Install the trim in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- Check if the clips (A) are damaged or stress-whitened, and if necessary, replace them with new ones.
- If the side curtain airbag has deployed, replace the C-pillar trim and all clips on the trim with new ones.
- To prevent the side curtain airbags from deploying improperly and possibly causing injury, inspect the trim and replace it if it has any of these types of damage:
- Any cracks or deformations in the upper quarter window trim (B), the C-pillar trim (C) and the upper hooks (D), and any stress-whitened areas in the upper part of the trim
- Any cracks or stress-whitened areas in the clips seating surfaces (E)
- Replace any damaged parts with new ones.
- Make sure the hooks on the C-pillar trim are installed in the side curtain airbag bracket properly.
- Make sure the trim hook is installed into the side curtain airbag the quarter pillar bracket securely.
- Push the clips and hooks into place securely.
- Before installing the anchor bolts, make sure there are no twists or kinks in the seat belt.
Special Tools Required
KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014 *
* Available through the American Honda Tool and Equipment Program.
D-Pillar Trim/Rear Roof Trim
NOTE:
- Put on gloves to protect your hands.
- Take care not to bend or scratch the trim and panels.
- Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when prying components.
1. Remove these items:
- Door sill trim
- Rear seat
- Door inner seal, as needed
- Hatch weatherstrip, as needed
- Cargo area floor
- Rear side trim panel
2. Remove the rear roof trim (A).
1. Detach the clips and release the hooks (B).
2. Disconnect the ceiling light connector (C).
3. Remove the D-pillar trim panel (A).
1. Pry off the lid (B), then remove the screw (C).
2. Detach the clips (D).
4. Install the trim in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- Check if the clips (A) are damaged or stress-whitened, and if necessary, replace them with new ones.
- To prevent the side curtain airbag from deploying improperly and possibly causing injury, inspect the trim and replace it if it has any of these types of damage:
- Any cracks or deformations in the D-pillar trim (B), rear roof trim (C), and hooks (D)
- Any cracks or stress-whitened area in the clips seating surfaces (E)
- Replace any damaged parts with new ones.
- Push the clips and hooks into place securely.
- Make sure the top of the trim overlaps with the headliner correctly.
- Make sure the rear ceiling light connector is plugged in properly.