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Retainer Replacement

  1. Gradually scrape off the adhesive tape (A) under the retainers (B) while heating it with a heat gun.
    NOTE:
    • Avoid overheating the painted surfaces around the retainers.
    • Wrap the exterior resin parts near the A-pillar with aluminum foil to protect them from overheating.
      Fig 1: Scraping Off Adhesive Tape Under Retainers
      G05492544Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  2. Clean the body bonding surface with a sponge dampened in isopropyl alcohol. After cleaning, keep oil, grease, and water from getting on the surface.
  3. Install the upper retainers (A) and the lower retainers (B).
    1. Peel the adhesive backing away from the upper and lower retainers.
    2. Line up the retainers (C) with the alignment marks (D) on the body.
    3. Apply two-part epoxy adhesive (E) around the edge of the retainers as shown.
      Fig 2: Installing Upper Retainers And Lower Retainers
      G05492545Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.