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Fig. 10: Pulling Top Of A-Pillar Trim From Gromment
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

4. Remove the A-pillar trim (A) by hand to detach the remaining clips, then pull the trim up from the

dashboard (B).

Fig. 11: Removing A-Pillar Trim
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5. Remove the grommet from the body.

6. If the side curtain airbag has been deployed, replace the A-pillar trim with a new one.

NOTE:

The upper clip must be replaced with a new one because the grommet
is damaged during removal.

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7. If the side curtain airbag has not been deployed, check the A-pillar trim (A):

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To prevent the side curtain airbags from deploying improperly and possibly causing injury,
inspect the A-pillar trim and replace it if it has any of these types of damage:



Any cracks, deformations, or stress-whitenings

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Any cracks or stress-whitening in the clip and pin seating surfaces (B)

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Damaged top of the upper clip pin (C)

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Replace the upper clip with a new one because it was damaged during removal.

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Check if the clips are damaged or stress-whitened, and if necessary, replace them with new
ones.

Fig. 12: Identifying Trim Upper Clip Pin And Clips
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8. Before installing the A-pillar trim (A), carefully remove the grommet (B) from the pin (C) on the new

upper clip.

Fig. 13: Removing Grommet From Pin On New Upper Clip
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9. Check the overlap between the headliner and A-pillar trim, and if necessary, adjust it (see

CHECKING AND ADJUSTING THE HEADLINER/PILLAR TRIM OVERLAP ).

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

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Fig. 14: Identifying A-Pillar Trim, Pin And Grommet
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11. Reinstall the A-pillar trim (A).

1. Insert the bottom of the trim into the dashboard (B).

2. Place the trim over the A-pillar (C), and fit its upper clip (D) and the other clips into holes (E)

in the A-pillar, then lightly push the trim into place.

NOTE:



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



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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12. Reinstall the front door opening trim.

Special Tools Required

KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014 *

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

B-PILLAR LOWER TRIM

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 these items:

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Front door sill trim (see FRONT DOOR SILL AREA )

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Rear door sill trim (see REAR DOOR SILL AREA )

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Front door opening trim, as needed (see step 4 )

Fig. 15: Installing A-Pillar Trim
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

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 prying components.

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