Interior Trim Removal/Installation - Rear Side Area

Interior Trim Removal/Installation - Rear Side Area

Special Tools Required

- KTC Trim Tool Set SOJATP2014
*Available through the Acura Tool and Equipment Program; 888-424-6857

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

NOTE:

- Put on gloves to protect your hands.
- Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when removing components.
- Take care not to bend or scratch the trim or the panels.

1. Remove these items:

- Tailgate weatherstrip, as needed Service and Repair
- Rear door opening seal, as needed Service and Repair
- Rear door sill trim Service and Repair
- Rear trim panel Interior Trim Removal/Installation - Cargo Area
- Cargo area floor Interior Trim Removal/Installation - Cargo Area
- Seat side bolster Rear Seat Removal/Installation
- Cargo area lid Interior Trim Removal/Installation - Cargo Area

2. Remove the hook (A) of the cover from the pin (B) of the tailgate each side trim, then pull out the cargo area cover (C) to release the locks (D) and remove the cover.






3. Pry out the cover (A) and remove the screw (B), then remove the cargo hook (C) (two places).






4. Remove the cargo area side trim panel (A).

1. Pry out the cover (B) with the appropriate trim tool from the cargo area side trim panel, then remove the bolts (C) of the rear side hanger (D).

2. Remove the clips (E), then pull back the trim panel by hand to detach the clips (F).

3. Pull out the upper edge of the panel to release the upper hook (G) from the quarter pillar trim (H).

4. Pull out the rear seat belt through the slit in the seat belt retractor cover, then remove the cargo area side trim panel.

5. Driver's side: Disconnect the cargo area light connector (I).










5. Remove the screws and release the hooks (A) from the panel, then remove the seat belt retractor cover (B) and the side trim hanger (C).





6. Install the panel in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:

- If the clips are damaged or stress-whitened, replace them with new ones.
- Make sure the cargo area light connector is plugged in properly.
- When installing the panel, make sure there are no pinches in the seat belt.
- Push the clips and the hooks into place securely.