Front Door Outer Molding Replacement

Special Tools Required

KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014 *

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

NOTE:

Once you remove the door outer molding, replace it with a new one because it will bend during removal.
Put on gloves to protect your hands.
Take care not to scratch the door.
Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when prying components.

Remove the power mirror (see POWER MIRROR REPLACEMENT ). To prevent scratching the power mirror and door, wrap the power mirror with a shop towel. Disconnecting the power mirror connector is not required.
Remove the door outer molding (A).
1. Pry the rear clip with a trim tool.
2. While removing the upper edge of the door outer molding from the edge of the sash, cut the double-sided adhesive tapes (B) with a utility knife, then remove the molding.
  
  Fig 1: Identifying Door Outer Molding
  Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Scrape off the remaining double-sided adhesive tape from the sash, then clean the sash surface with a sponge dampened in alcohol.
Install a new door outer molding in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- Push the clip and the adhesive portions into place securely.
- Make sure the upper and lower sides of the molding are catching the edges of the sash properly.