Grab Handle Removal/Installation

Special Tools Required 

KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014 *

* Available through the Acura Tool and Equipment Program, call 888-424-6857

1. Lower the grab handle (A), then pull out the caps (B) by prying up at the notches (C) with a small flat-tip screwdriver
Fig 1: Prying Out Notches
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2. While pinching the clips (A), release the hooks (B), then remove the grab handle (C)
Fig 2: Identifying Hooks
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3. Using a pair of pliers, pinch the hooks and remove the clips (A)
Fig 3: Identifying Clips
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4. If the side curtain airbag has deployed, replace the grab handle with a new one (see COMPONENT REPLACEMENT/INSPECTION AFTER DEPLOYMENT )
5. 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 damage in the grab handle (A)
   • Any cracks or stress-whitening in the caps (B)
   Fig 4: Identifying Grab Handle And Caps
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6. Install the clips (A) to the grab handle (B), then install the caps (C) fully into the clips
Fig 5: Installing Clips On Grab Handle
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7. Position the grab handle (A) on the bracket (B), and push on the grab handle until the clips (C) snap into place securely
Fig 6: Positioning Grab Handle On Bracket
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