Trim Removal/Installation - Trunk Area

Special Tools Required

KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014 *

* Available through the American Honda Tool and Equipment Program; call 888-424-6857

NOTE:

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

Release the clip, then remove the spare tire lid (A).

Fig 1: Identifying Spare Tire Lid (A) And Trunk Floor Spacer (B)
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If necessary, remove the trunk floor spacer (B).
Detach the clips and release the hooks (A) by pulling the trunk rear trim panel (B) up, then remove the panel.

Fig 2: Identifying Hooks (A) And Trunk Rear Trim Panel (B)
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Remove these items:
- Rear seat-back (see REAR SEAT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION )
- Rear seat cushion (see REAR SEAT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION )
Remove the clips, then remove the rear shelf under cover (A).

Fig 3: Removing Clips And Rear Shelf Under Cover (A)
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Remove the cargo net from the right trunk side trim panel.
Remove the bolt (A), screws (B), and clips (C, D), then remove the left trunk side trim panel (E) and right trunk side trim panel (F) while passing each trunk lid hinge through the slit (G).

Fig 4: Identifying Bolt (A), Screws (B), Clips (C, D), Left Trunk Side Trim Panel (E), Right Trunk Side Trim Panel (F) And Slit (G)
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Install the trim in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- Check for damaged or stress-whitened clips, and replace them with new ones.
- When installing the trunk side trim panel, slip the trunk lid hinge through the slits in the trim panel.
- Push the clips into place securely.