Rear Wheel well Gusset Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Acura MDX, 2012 Acura MDX, 2011 Acura MDX, and 2010 Acura MDX. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE:

Put on gloves to protect your hands.
Take care not to scratch the body or the related parts.

Remove these items:
- Rear side trim panel (see TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - REAR SIDE AREA )
- Third row seat (see THIRD ROW SEAT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION )
Pull the carpet back as needed.
Remove the rear wheelwell gusset (A).
1. Remove the ground bolt (B) and release the harness clip (C).
2. Remove the bolts (D).
3. From outside the vehicle, remove the nuts.
  
  Fig 1: Rear Wheelwell Gusset Fastener Locations With Torque Specifications
  Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Install the gusset in the reverse order of removal.