Special Tools Required

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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 and panels.
Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when removing components.

Remove these items:
- Rear door inner seal, as needed (see step 3 )
- Tailgate weatherstrip, as needed (see TAILGATE WEATHERSTRIP REPLACEMENT )
- Cargo floor (see step 1 )
- Cargo floor box, with temporary repair kit (TRK) (see step 4 )
- Rear trim panel (see step 5 )
- Cargo area light (see CEILING LIGHT TEST/REPLACEMENT )
If necessary, remove the tie down hook (A).

Fig 1: Tie Down Hook With Torque Specifications
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Remove the cargo area side trim panel (A).
1. Remove the clip (B) from the trim panel.
2. Pull the front edge of the trim panel back to release the tabs (C) from the rear door sill trim (D).
3. Pull the upper edge of the trim panel back to release the hooks (E) from the quarter pillar trim (F).
4. Detach the clips (G, H), then pull the trim panel back to remove it from the rear seat back striker (I) and the tie down hook (J).
5. Release the rear seat belt (K) from the slit (L) in the trim panel.
  
  Fig 2: Identifying Side Trim Panel, Clips, Tabs & Hooks
  Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Install the panel 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, the hooks, and the tabs into place securely.
- Make sure the cargo area light connector is plugged in properly.
- Make sure the trim panel does not pinch the seat belt.