Grab Handle Removal/Installation

Special Tools Required

KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014 *

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

NOTE:

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

Remove the caps (A), and remove the self-tapping ET screws, then remove the grab handle (B).

Fig 1: Grab Handle And Caps With Torque Specifications
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If the side curtain airbag has deployed replace the grab handle with a new one.
If the side curtain airbag has not deployed, to prevent the side curtain airbags from deploying improperly and possibly causing injury, inspect removed grab handle (A) and replace it if it has any cracks or breakages.

Fig 2: Identifying Grab Handle
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Install the grab handle in the reverse order of removal, and if the threads on a grab handle screw is worn out, use an oversized self-tapping ET screw (P/N 90137-S0A-003) made specifically for this application.