Rear Shelf: Service and Repair

Interior Trim Removal/Installation - Rear Shelf 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.
- Take care not to bend or scratch the trim or the panels.
- Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when removing components.

1. Remove the C-pillar trim from both sides.

2. Detach the clips, and release the hooks (A, B, C), then remove the rear center seat belt cover (D).






3. Remove the rear shelf (A).

1. Pull up on the front edge of the rear shelf with the appropriate trim tool to detach the three clips (B) and the four clips (C).

2. Pull up the rear shelf and forward to release the four hooks (D) from the rear window sunshade brackets (E).

3. Pull out both rear seat belts (F) and the rear center seat belt (G) through the slits (H) in the rear shelf.





4. Install the rear shelf in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:

- Remove any clips with a clip remover left in the body, and reinstall them on the rear shelf.
- If the clips are damaged or stress-whitened, replace them with new ones.
- Slip both rear seat belts and the rear center seat belt through the slits in the rear shelf securely.
- Insert the hooks to the rear window sunshade bracket, and fit the clips into the holes in the body, then push on the rear shelf until the clips snap into place.
- Push the clips and the hooks into place securely.

5. Reinstall all removed parts.