Rear Gutter Cover Replacement

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Special Tools Required

KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014 *

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

NOTE:

Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when removing components.
Take care not to scratch the body.

Open the tailgate.
Separate the double-sided adhesive tape (A), and use a trim tool to detach the clip (B) and pins (C) of the rear gutter cover (D).
Without power tailgate

Fig 1: Identifying Double-Sided Adhesive Tape, Clip And Pins (Without Power Tailgate)
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

With power tailgate

Fig 2: Identifying Double-Sided Adhesive Tape, Clip And Pins (With Power Tailgate)
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
If the clip and grommets (E, F) are damaged or stress-whitened, replace them with new ones.
Install the rear gutter cover in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- Scrape off the remaining double-sided adhesive tape from the cover and body, then clean the cover and body surface with a sponge dampened in alcohol.
- Apply new adhesive tape (A) to the rear gutter cover (B).
- Push the adhesive portions, clips, and pins into place securely.
  Adhesive tape: Thickness 1.5 mm (0.06 in.)
  
  Width 12 mm (0.47 in.)
  
  Length 50 mm (2.0 in.)
  
  Without power tailgate
  
  Fig 3: Identifying Adhesive Tape And Rear Gutter Cover (Without Power Tailgate)
  Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  
  With power tailgate
  
  Fig 4: Identifying Adhesive Tape And Rear Gutter Cover (With Power Tailgate)
  Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.