Acura RL. Manual - part 611

Fig. 28: Identifying Trim Upper Clip Pin And Clips 
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9. Before installing the C-pillar trim (A), carefully remove the grommet (B) from the pin (C) on the new 

upper clip. 

Fig. 29: Removing Grommet From Pin On New Upper Clip 
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10. Check the overlap between the headliner and C-pillar trim, and if necessary, adjust it (see 

CHECKING AND ADJUSTING THE HEADLINER/PILLAR TRIM OVERLAP ).  

11. Carefully reinstall the grommet (A) on the pin (B) and seat them on the C-pillar trim (C) as shown. 

 

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Fig. 30: Identifying C-Pillar Trim, Grommet And Pin 
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12. Place the C-pillar trim (A) over the C-pillar (B), and fit its upper clip (C) and the other clips (D, E) 

into holes (F) in the C-pillar, then lightly push the trim into place. 

NOTE:

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Make sure the side curtain airbag isn't tucked down under the 
clips.  

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Push lightly on the upper clip. If you push too hard, the clip will be 
damaged, and it will not hold the trim properly. 

 

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13. Reinstall the seat side trim (A). Push the clips and hook (B) portions into place securely. 

Fig. 32: Identifying Seat Side Trim 

Fig. 31: Identifying C-Pillar Trim, C-Pillar, And Upper Clip 
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14. Reinstall all remaining removed parts.  

TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - REAR SHELF AREA 

Special Tools Required  

KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014 * 

* Available through the American Honda Tool and Equipment Program; call 888-424-6857 

SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations (see COMPONENT 
LOCATION INDEX ) and the precautions and procedures (see PRECAUTIONS AND PROCEDURES ) 
before doing repairs or service. 

1. Remove the C-pillar trim from both sides (see C-PILLAR TRIM ).  

2. Detach the clips and release the hooks (A, B, C), then remove the rear center seat belt cover (D). 

Fig. 33: Identifying Rear Center Seat Belt Cover And Hooks 
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3. Remove the rear shelf (A). 

1. Pull up on the front edge of the rear shelf with a door panel tool to release the three clips (B) 

and the four clips (C).  

NOTE:

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Put on gloves to protect your hands.  

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Take care not to bend or scratch the trim and panels.  

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Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage 
when prying components.  

 

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