Rear Panel Insulator Replacement

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Special Tools Required

KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014 *

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

NOTE:

Put on gloves to protect your hands.
Take care not to bend or scratch the trim or the panels.
Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when removing components.

Remove these items:
- Rear seat assembly (see REAR SEAT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION )
- C-pillar trim, both sides (see C-PILLAR TRIM )
- Rear seat belt lower anchor, both sides (see REAR SEAT BELT REPLACEMENT )
- Rear seat side trim, both sides (see TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - DOOR AREAS )
- Subwoofer, for some models (see SUBWOOFER )
Remove the clips, and release the rear panel insulator (A) from the wire harnesses (B) on both sides, then remove the insulator.

Fig 1: Releasing Rear Panel Insulator From Wire Harnesses
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Install the insulator in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:

If the clips are damaged or stress-whitened, replace them with new ones.
Make sure none of the wire harnesses are pinched.