Honda Accord 2008 Manual page 1670

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3. Pull out the rear door opening seal (A) from the
trim hooks (B) and around the rear door opening
flange, then remove the seal.
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4. Install the trim 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 tab into place
securely.
A
B
A
Trim Removal/Installation - Pillar
Areas
Special Tools Required
KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014
Available through the American Honda Tool and
Equipment Program; call 888-424-6857
A-Pillar Trim
SRS components are located in this area. Review the
SRS component locations, 2-door (see page 24-21),
4-door (see page 24-19) and the precautions and
procedures (see page 24-23) before doing repairs or
service.
NOTE:
• Follow the A-pillar trim installation procedure
carefully; improper installation could cause the side
curtain airbags to deploy improperly and possibly
cause injury.
• Put on gloves to protect your hands.
• Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to
avoid damage when removing components.
• Take care not to scratch the trim and the panels.
• The upper clip in the A-pillar trim (A) consists of a
resin grommet (B) and a metal pin (C). The grommet
expanded with the pin secures it to the body panel (D).
The grommet must be replaced with a new one when
the trim is reinstalled.
B
C
D
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A
(cont'd)
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