Passenger Assist Handle: Service and Repair

Grab Handle Removal/Installation

Special Tools Required

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

NOTE:

- Take care not to scratch the grab handle or the related parts.
- Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when removing components.
- When prying with the flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it with protective tape to prevent damage.

1. Lower the grab handle (A), then insert a small flat-tip screwdriver wrapped in protective tape into the notch.






2. Use a KTC trim tool (A) to pull on the small flat-tip screwdriver, and remove the cap (B).






3. While pinching the clips (A), release the hooks (B), then remove the grab handle (C).






4. Using a pair of pliers, remove the clips (A) by pinching the hooks.





5. If the side curtain airbag has deployed, replace the grab handle with a new one.

6. If the side curtain airbag has not deployed, to prevent the side curtain airbags from deploying improperly and possibly causing injury, inspect the removed pieces and replace them if they have any of these types of damage:

- Any cracks or damages in the grab handle (A).
- Any cracks or stress-whitening in the caps (B).





7. Install the clips (A) to the grab handle (B), then install the caps (C) fully into the clips.






8. Position the grab handle (A) on the bracket (B), and push on the grab handle until the clips (C) snap into place securely.