Rear Panel Insulator Replacement
Special Tools Required
KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014 *
* Available through the Honda Tool and Equipment Program; call 888-424-6857
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.
- Remove these items:
- Rear seat assembly (see REAR SEAT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION )
- C-pillar trim, both sides (see C-PILLAR TRIM )
- Rear seat belt lower anchor, both sides (see REAR SEAT BELT REPLACEMENT )
- Rear seat side trim, both sides (see TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - DOOR AREAS )
- Subwoofer, for some models (see SUBWOOFER )
- Remove the clips, and release the rear panel insulator (A) from the wire harnesses (B) on both sides, then remove the insulator.
- Install the insulator in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- If the clips are damaged or stress-whitened, replace them with new ones.
- Make sure none of the wire harnesses are pinched.