Hatch Spoiler Replacement

Special Tools Required

KTC Trim Tool Set SOJATP2014*

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

NOTE:

Put on gloves to protect your hands.
Take care not to scratch the hatch or the related parts.
Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when removing components.

Remove the hatch middle trim (see TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - HATCH AREA ).
Remove the hatch spoiler (A).
1. Disconnect the high mount brake light harness connector (B), then remove the nuts and detach the harness clip (C) from inside the hatch.
2. Close the hatch. Put a shop towel (D) in the opening between the hatch spoiler and the upper rear window to prevent scratches. Detach the pins (E, F) of the clips (G, H) from the grommets (I, J) with the appropriate trim tool (K).
  
  Fig 1: Identifying Hatch Spoiler, High Mount Brake Light Harness Connector, Harness Clips, Shop Towel, Pins, Grommets And Trim Tool
  Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
If necessary, remove the grommets from the hatch with snap ring pliers.
Install the grommets on the pins by pushing them into place.
Install the hatch spoiler in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- If the clips are damaged or stress-whitened, replace them with new ones.
- Push the clips into place securely.
- If the grommets and pins are damaged or stress-whitened, replace grommets and pins as an assembly with new ones.
- Make sure the connector is plugged in properly.