Roof Rail Replacement

Special Tools Required

KTC Trim Tool Set SOJATP2014*

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

NOTE:

Take care not to scratch the covers, the roof rail, or the body.
Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when removing components.

Use the access hole (A) to pry up on the front cover (B). Pry up until you detach the clips, and release the rib (D) from the front bracket (C), then remove the front cover.

Fig 1: Identifying Access Hole, Front Cover, Rib And Front Bracket
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Use the access hole (A) to pry up on the rear cover (B). Pry up until you detach the clips, and release the rib (D) from the rear bracket (C), then remove the rear cover.

Fig 2: Identifying Access Hole, Rear Cover, Rib And Rear Bracket
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Remove the nuts with a TORX T30 bit from the front bracket (A) and the rear bracket (B), then remove the roof rail (C).

Fig 3: Front Bracket, Rear Bracket And Roof Rail With Torque Specifications
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Gasket removal
If necessary, release the tabs (A) and the pins (B), then remove the front gasket (C) and the rear gasket (D).

Fig 4: Identifying Tabs, Pins, Front Gasket And Rear Gasket
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Stay removal
If necessary, remove the screws with a TORX T30 bit, then separate the bar (A) from the front stay (B) and the rear stay (C).

Fig 5: Identifying Bar, Front Stay And Rear Stay
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Install the roof rail 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 and the hooks into place securely.
- Make sure the rail covers are securely in place by pulling up on them.