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Exterior Trim - TSX

BUMPERS

FRONT BUMPER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

NOTE:

z Have an assistant help you when removing and installing the front

bumper.

z Take care not to scratch the front bumper and body.
z Put on gloves to protect your hands.

1. Remove the front bumper as shown.

2. Install the bumper in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:

z Make sure the front bumper engages the hooks of the side spacers and upper beams on both sides

securely.

z Replace an

damaged clips.

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Fig. 1: Removing Front Bumper

FRONT AIR SPOILER REPLACEMENT

NOTE:

1. Remove the bolts securin

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z Take care not to scratch the front bumper.
z Put on gloves to protect your hands.

the front bumper (A).

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Fig. 2: Removing The Spoiler

2. Pull the front air spoiler (B) back to detaching the hooks (C) and removing the spoiler.

3. Install the spoiler in the reverse order of removal.

REAR BUMPER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

NOTE:

z Have an assistant help you when removing and installing the rear bumper.
z Take care not to scratch the rear bumper and body.
z Put on gloves to protect your hands.

1. Remove the rear bumper as shown.

2. Install the bumper in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:

z Make sure the rear bumper engages the hooks of the side spacers, side brackets and upper brackets

on both sides securely.

z Replace an

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damaged clips.

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Fig. 3: Removing The Rear Bumper

HOOD

ADJUSTMENT

1. Remove the front fender trim (see FRONT FENDER TRIM REPLACEMENT

2. Slightly loosen each hood hinge bolt.

3. Adjust the hood alignment in this sequence:
a. Adjust the hood right and left, as well as forward and rearward, by using the elongated holes on the

hood hinge (A).

b. Turn the hood edge cushions (B), as necessary, to make the hood fit flush with the body at the front

and side edges.

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Fig. 4: Adjusting The Hood

4. Remove the front bulkhead cover (see step 1 of HOOD MOLDING REPLACEMENT ), and remove

the hood latch cover (see step 2 of HOOD LATCH REPLACEMENT

). Adjust the hood latch (D) to
obtain the proper height at the forward edge, and move the hood latch right or left until the striker (E) is
centered in the hood latch.

5. Tighten the bolts to the specified torque.

6. Check that the hood opens properly and closes securely.

7. Apply touch-up paint to the hinge mounting bolts and around the hinges.

8. Apply multipurpose grease to each location of the hood latch and hood hinge as indicated by the arrows.

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Fig. 5: Applying Multipurpose Grease

9. Reinstall all of the removal parts.

HOOD SEAL REPLACEMENT

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1. Using a clip remover, detach the clips, then remove the hood seal (A) and hood corner seals (B). Take
care not to scratch the hood.

Fig. 6: Removing The Hood Seal & Hood Corner Seals

2. Install the seals in the reverse order of removal, and replace any damaged clips.

HOOD INSULATOR REPLACEMENT

1. Using a clip remover, detach the clips. Release the hooks (A), then remove the hood insulator (B). Take
care not to scratch the hood.

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Fig. 7: Removing The Hood Insulator

2. Install the insulator in the reverse order of removal, and replace any damaged clips.

TRUNK LID

ADJUSTMENT

1. Remove the rear shelf (see TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - REAR SHELF AREA ).

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2. Slightly loosen each bolt.

3. Adjust the trunk lid alignment in the following sequence:

a. Adjust the trunk lid hinges (A) right and left, as well as forward and rearward, by using the

elongated holes. Take care not to hit the rear window when loosening the bolts (B).

b. Turn the trunk lid edge cushions (C), in or out as necessary, to make the trunk lid fit flush with the

body at the rear and side edges.

c. Adjust the fit between the trunk lid and the trunk lid opening by moving the striker (D).

Fig. 8: Adjusting The Trunk Lid

4. Tighten the bolts to the specified torque.

5. Make sure the trunk lid opens properly and locks securely.

6. Reinstall all remaining removed parts.

TRUNK LID TORSION BAR REPLACEMENT

1. Remove the torsion bars (A) from the torsion bar center clip (B).

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Fig. 9: Removing The Torsion Bars From The Torsion Bar Center Clip

2. Put on gloves to protect your hands. Remove the torsion bars with the torsion bar tool (A) from both
trunk lid hinges. First remove the left torsion bar (B), then remove the right torsion bar (C).

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Fig. 10: Removing The Torsion Bars From Both Trunk Lid Hinges

3. Remove the torsion bar center clip from the bod

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Fig. 11: Removing The Torsion Bar Center Clip From The Body

4. Install the torsion bars in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:

z The shapes of the ri

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ht torsion bar (A) and left torsion bar (B) are shown. Install the torsion bars

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properly.

z Adjust the torsion bars forward or rearward with the torsion bar assembly tool.
z Positions where each torsion bar was installed in the factory are following:

 Left torsion bar: Normal position
 Right torsion bar: Higher tension

z Make sure the trunk lid opens properl

and locks securely.

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Fig. 12: Installing The Torsion Bars

TRUNK LID WEATHERSTRIP REPLACEMENT

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1. Remove the trunk lid weatherstrip (A) by pulling it off.

Fig. 13: Removing The Trunk Lid Weatherstrip

2. Apply clear sealant (B) into the channel of the trunk lid weatherstrip all the way around.

Sealant: SUNRISE MEISEI B-33C, or equivalent

3. Locate the painted alignment mark (C or D) on the trunk lid weatherstrip. Align the painted mark in the
center of the tailgate opening, and install the trunk lid weatherstrip all the way around in the direction

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shown. Make sure there are no wrinkles in the weatherstrip.

4. Check for water leaks.

FUEL FILL DOOR

ADJUSTMENT

1. Slightly loosen the hinge mounting bolts (A).

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Fig. 14: Adjusting The Fuel Fill Door

2. Adjust the fuel fill door (B) in or out until it's flush with the body, and up or down as necessary to
equalize the gaps.

3. Tighten the hinge mounting bolts.

4. Check that the fuel fill door opens properly and locks securely, and check that the rear of the door is flush
with the body.

5. Apply multipurpose grease to each location indicated by the arrows.

Fig. 15: Applying Multipurpose Grease

6. Apply touch-up paint to the hinge mounting bolts and around the hinges.

EXTERIOR TRIM

HOOD MOLDING REPLACEMENT

1. Remove the nuts (A), and detach the clip (B) by pushing it from the drain hole (C) in the hood, then
remove the hood moldin

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(D). Take care not to scratch the hood.

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Fig. 16: Removing The Hood Molding

2. Install the molding in the reverse order of removal, and replace the clip if it's damaged.

FRONT GRILLE REPLACEMENT

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NOTE:

z When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it with protective tape to

prevent damage.

z Take care not to scratch the front bulkhead cover and front grille.

1. Remove the clips (A, B, C), then remove the front bulkhead cover (D).

Fig. 17: Removing The Front Bulkhead Cover

2. Remove the front bumper (see FRONT BUMPER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).

3. Remove the clips, then remove the front grille (A). Take care not to drop the clips inside the front

umper.

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Fig. 18: Removing The Front Grille

4. Install the front grille in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:

z Replace any damaged clips.
z Install the hook portions of the front grill into place securely.

FRONT FENDER TRIM REPLACEMENT

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NOTE: Take care not to scratch the body.

1. Remove the front fender trim (A).

a. Using a clip remover, remove the clip (B) securing the front fender trim and cowl cover (C).

b. Remove the clips (D) from the front bulkhead cover (E).

c. Pull up the side edge of the front bulkhead cover, then pull up the front fender trim to release the

clips (F), and release the hook (G) from the body.

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Fig. 19: Removing Front Fender Trim

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2. Install the trim in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:

z Replace any damaged clips.
z Push the clip portions into place securely

COWL COVER REPLACEMENT

1. Remove these items:

a. Windshield wiper arms (see WIPER MOTOR REPLACEMENT )

b. Front fender trim, both sides (see FRONT FENDER TRIM REPLACEMENT

)

2. Remove the hood rear seal (A) by pulling it out. Using a clip remover, detach the clip (B) from the cowl
covers. Take care not to scratch the cowl covers.

Fig. 20: Removing The Cowl Cover

3. Detach the clips (C, D) by carefully pulling the passenger's cowl cover (E) upward, and release the hook
(F) on the passen

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er's cowl cover from the driver's, then remove the cover by releasing the hook (G).

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Take care not to scratch the body.

4. Disconnect the windshield washer tubes (H).

5. Detach the clips (C, D) by carefully pulling the driver's cowl cover (I) upward, then remove the cover by
releasing the hooks (H). Take care not to scratch the body.

6. Install the covers in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:

z Replace any damaged clips.
z Make sure the washer tubes are connected securely.
z Push the clip portions into place securely.

ROOF MOLDING REPLACEMENT

NOTE:

Molding Replacement

z Put on gloves to protect your hands.
z Use a flat-tip screwdriver wrapped with protective tape.

1. Remove the cowl cover (see COWL COVER REPLACEMENT ).

2. Remove the windshield portion of the roof molding (A).

a. Detach the bottom clip (B).

b. Carefully insert a flat-tip screwdriver in under the molding next to the lower clip (C).

c. Push the hooks (D) while pulling the molding up to release the clip from the retainer (E).

d. Gradually work your way up to release each of the upper clip (F, G, H).

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Fig. 21: Removing The Windshield Portion Of The Roof Molding

3. Pull up the middle portion of the roof molding (A) to release it from the retainers (B).

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Fig. 22: Removing The Middle Portion Of The Roof Molding

4. Pull up and release the rear end of the roof moldin

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(A) from the pin (B), then remove the roof molding.

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Fig. 23: Removing The Rear Portion Of The Roof Molding

5. Install the molding in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:

z Make sure the roof molding is installed securely.
z Replace any damaged clips.

Retainer Replacement

1. Gradually scrape off the adhesive tape (A) under the retainers (B) while heating it with the heat gun.

NOTE:

z Do not heat the painted body surface around the retainers too much

to prevent damage.

z To keep the exterior resin parts near the A-pillar from being

overheated by the heat gun, wrap them with an aluminum foil.

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Fig. 24: Scraping Off The Adhesive Tape Under The Retainers

2. Clean the body bonding surface with a sponge dampened in alcohol. After cleaning, keep oil, grease, and
water from getting on the surface.

3. Install the upper retainers (A) and the lower retainers (B).

a. Peel the adhesive backin

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b. Line up the retainers with the alignment marks (C) on the body, and glue the retainers with

adhesive tape (3M 9259, or equivalent) (D).

c. Apply epoxy two part mixing adhesive (E) around the edge of the retainers as shown.

Fig. 25: Applying Epoxy Two Part Mixing Adhesive Around The Edge Of The Retainers

SIDE SILL PANEL REPLACEMENT

1. Remove the side sill panel (A).

a. On the front of the rear wheel arch, remove the screws (B).

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b. Remove the bolt (C) securing the side sill panel and middle floor under cover (D), and remove the

clips (E, F).

c. Slide the side sill panel rearward and remove it. The side clips (G, H) will stay in the body.

d. Remove the side clips (G) by turning the clip 45° from the body, and using a clip remover, remove

the side clip (H).

e. On the back of the front wheel arch, remove three screws (I), and on a Canadian model, remove the

front splash guard (J).

f. Turn the side sill inner trim (L) 45° to release the side clip (G), then remove the trim.

Fig. 26: Removing The Side Sill Panel

2. Replace any damaged clips.

3. Install the side clips (A, B) on the side sill panel (C).

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Fig. 27: Installing The Side Sill Panel

4. Install the side sill inner trim (D) on the side sill panel, and install the clip (E).

5. Hold the panel up, and fit all the side clips into the holes in the body, then push on the panel until the
clips snap into place.

6. Install all the expansion clips (F) and bolt (G).

7. Install the front splash guard (H) (Canadian model), and all the screws (I, J).

REAR LICENSE TRIM REPLACEMENT

1. Remove the inner taillight, one side (see TAILLIGHT REPLACEMENT

).

2. Detach the clips, and on both sides of the rear license trim (A), release the edge of the trim from the inner
taillight (B), then remove the trim. Take care not to scratch the trunk lid.

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Fig. 28: Removing Rear License Trim

3. Install the trim in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:

z Replace any damaged clips.
z Push the clip portions into place securely.

REAR UNDER COVER REPLACEMENT

1. Remove the clips (A) and bolts (B), then remove the rear under cover (C). Take care not to scratch the
rear bumper (D).

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Fig. 29: Removing Rear Under Cover

2. Install the cover in the reverse order of removal, and replace any damaged clips.

EMBLEM/STICKER REPLACEMENT

NOTE: When removing the emblems/sticker, take care not to scratch the body.

1. Clean the body surface with a sponge dampened in alcohol. After cleaning, keep oil, grease, and water
from getting on the surface.

2. Apply the emblem/sticker where shown. When installing the LEV sticker on the inside surface of the rear

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door quarter glass, align the sticker application tape with the edge of the glass mark as shown, then press
the sticker into place, and remove the application tape.

Fig. 30: Removing & Installing Emblem/Sticker

FENDERWELL

FRONT INNER FENDER REPLACEMENT

NOTE: Take care not to scratch the body.

1. Remove the front inner fender (A).

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a. On the back of the wheel arch, remove the screws (B) If equipped, remove the front splash guard

(C) (Canadian model).

b. From under the front bumper (D), remove the bolt (E) securing the front bumper, splash shield (F),

and front inner fender, and remove the clip (G) securing the front bumper and front inner fender.

c. From the wheel arch, remove the clips (H, I, J) securing the front inner fender (and splash shield)

on the body.

d. Release the hook (K) of the splash shield, then remove the front inner fender.

Fig. 31: Removing Front Inner Fender

2. Install the inner fender in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:

z Replace any damaged clips.
z Push the clips into place securely.

SPLASH SHIELD REPLACEMENT

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NOTE: Take care not to scratch the body.

1. Remove the splash shield (A).

a. From both wheel arch, remove the bolts (B), clips (C), and clip (D) securing the front inner fender

(E) and splash shield (on the body).

b. From under the front bumper (F), remove the clips (C), and bolts (G).

c. Release the hooks (H) of the splash shield, then pull the splash shield out.

Fig. 32: Removing Splash Shield

2. Install the splash shield in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:

z Replace any damaged clip.
z Push the clips into place securel

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FRONT FENDER FAIRING REPLACEMENT

1. Remove the front inner fender as necessary (see FRONT INNER FENDER REPLACEMENT ).

2. Open the front door. Remove the upper clip, and from inside the door, remove the lower clip securing the
front fender fairing (A) and front fender (B).

Fig. 33: Removing The Lower Clip Securing The Front Fender Fairing

3. From the wheel arch, release the clips.

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Fig. 34: Releasing The Clips

4. Remove the front fender fairing (A).

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Fig. 35: Removing The Front Fender Fairing

5. Install the fender fairing in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:

z Replace any damaged clips.

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z Before installing the clips in the door opening area, install the front fender fairing (A) to the front

fender (B) properly as shown.

z Push the clips into place securely.

Fig. 36: Installing The Front Fender Fairing

REAR INNER FENDER REPLACEMENT

NOTE: Take care not to scratch the body.

1. Remove the rear inner fender (A).

a. On the front of the wheel arch, remove the screws (B) securing the side sill panel (C) and rear inner

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fender, and the clip (D) securing the rear inner fender and middle floor under cover (E).

b. On the rear bumper (F), remove the screws (G).

c. From the wheel arch, remove the clips (H, I).

d. Pull the rear inner fender out.

Fig. 37: Removing The Rear Inner Fender

2. Install the inner fender in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:

z Replace any damaged clips.
z Push the clips into place securely.

REAR AIR OUTLET REPLACEMENT

1. Remove the rear bumper (see REAR BUMPER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

).

2. Detach the hooks (A), then remove the rear air outlet (B). Take care not to scratch the body.

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Fig. 38: Removing Rear Air Outlet

3. Install the air outlet by pushing on the hook portions until the hooks snap into place.

OPENERS

COMPONENT LOCATION INDEX

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Fig. 39: Locating Openers Components

HOOD OPENER CABLE REPLACEMENT

NOTE:

z Put on gloves to protect your hands.
z Take care not to scratch the body and related parts.

1. Remove these items:

a. Front fender trim (see FRONT FENDER TRIM REPLACEMENT

)

b. Front bulkhead cover (see step 1 of HOOD MOLDING REPLACEMENT

c. Front Inner fender (see FRONT INNER FENDER REPLACEMENT

d. Kick panel (see TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

- DOOR AREA )

)

2. Disconnect the hood opener cable (A) from the hood latch (B) (see HOOD LATCH
REPLACEMENT ).

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Fig. 40: Removing The Hood Opener Cable

3. Using a clip remover, detach the clips (C, D), and remove the grommet (E) from the body, then remove
the hood opener cable from the vehicle. Take care not to bend the cable.

4. Install the cable in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:

z Replace any damaged clips.
z Route the cable through the holes (F) in the body and front fender bulk head correctly.

TRUNK LID OPENER CABLE/FUEL FILL DOOR OPENER CABLE REPLACEMENT

SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations and the precautions and

rocedures in the SRS section before performing repairs or service. See AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS .

NOTE:

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z Put on gloves to protect your hands.
z Take care not to scratch the body and related parts.

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1. Remove these items form the left side of the vehicle:

a. Front door sill trim (see TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - DOOR AREA )

b. Rear door sill trim (see TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

- DOOR AREA )

c. B-pillar lower trim (see TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - DOOR AREA )

d. Rear seat cushion (see REAR SEAT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

)

e. Trunk lid trim (see TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - TRUNK LID )

f. Trunk rear trim panel (see TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - TRUNK AREA )
g. Trunk side trim panel, left side (see TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - TRUNK AREA )
h. Trunk lid hinge garnish (see TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - TRUNK LID )

2. Pull the carpet back as necessary.

3. Disconnect the trunk lid opener/fuel fill door opener cable (A) from the opener (B) (see TRUNK LID
OPENER/FUEL FILL DOOR OPENER REPLACEMENT ).

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Fig. 41: Removing The Opener Cable

4. Release the opener cable from the clip (C). Remove the cushion tape (D).

5. Remove the fuel fill door latch (A) by turning it 90°, and detach the opener cable junction box (B) from

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the body.

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Fig. 42: Detaching The Opener Cable Junction Box

6. Disconnect the trunk lid opener cable (C) from the trunk lid latch (D) (see Trunk Lid Latch
Replacement ).

7. Using a clip remover. Release the trunk lid opener/fuel fill door opener cable from the clips (E, F).

8. Remove the trunk lid opener/fuel fill door opener cable from the vehicle. Take care not to bend the cable.

9. Install the opener cable in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:

z Align the marks (A) on the opener cable (B) with the cable clips (C) and cushion tape (D) as

shown.

z Replace an

damaged clips.

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Fig. 43: Installing The Opener Cable

HOOD LATCH REPLACEMENT

1. Remove the front bulkhead cover (see step 1 of HOOD MOLDING REPLACEMENT ).

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2. Remove the bolts, then remove the hood latch cover (A) from the hood latch (B).

Fig. 44: Removing The Hood Latch Cover From The Hood Latch

3. Disconnect the hood latch switch connector (A).

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Fig. 45: Disconnecting The Hood Latch Switch Connector

4. Remove the bolts, then remove the hood latch (A) from the body.

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Fig. 46: Removing The Hood Latch

5. Disconnect the hood opener cable (B) from the hood latch. Take care not to bend the cable.

6. Install the latch in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:

z Apply multipurpose grease to each location of the hood latch indicated by the arrows.
z Make sure the hood opener cable is connected properly and hood latch switch connector is plugged

in properly.

z Adjust the hood latch alignment (see step 3 of ADJUSTMENT ).
z Make sure the hood opens properl

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Fig. 47: Applying Multipurpose Grease

HOOD RELEASE HANDLE REPLACEMENT

1. Remove the kick panel (see TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

- DOOR AREA ).

2. Remove the bolts, then remove the hood release handle (A).

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Fig. 48: Removing The Hood Release Handle

3. Disconnect the hood opener cable (B) from the hood release handle. Take care not to bend the cable.

4. Install the hood release handle in the reverse order of removal, and note there items:

z Make sure the hood opener cable is connected properly.
z Make sure the hood opens properly.

TRUNK LID OPENER/FUEL FILL DOOR OPENER REPLACEMENT

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1. Using a flat-tip screwdriver wrapped with protective tape, detach the hooks (A) by prying the front side
cap (B), then remove it from the front door sill trim (C), and if equipped, remove the opener lock cylinder
(D).

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Fig. 49: Removing Front Side Cap From The Front Door Sill Trim

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2. Remove the bolt (E).

3. Remove the front door sill trim (see TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - DOOR AREA ).

4. Remove the screw, then remove the trunk lid opener/fuel fill door opener (A) from the front door sill trim
(B).

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Fig. 50: Removing The Trunk Lid Opener/Fuel Fill Door Opener

5. Install the opener in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:

z Make sure the opener cable is connected properly.
z Make sure the trunk lid and fuel fill door open properly and locks securely.

TRUNK LID OPENER SWITCH REPLACEMENT

NOTE:

z Take care not to scratch the hatch.
z Put on gloves to protect your hands.

1. Remove these items:

a. Trunk lid trim (see TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - TRUNK LID )

b. Rear license trim (see REAR LICENSE TRIM REPLACEMENT )

2. Remove the bolts and disconnect the connector (A), then remove the trunk lid switch (B).

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Fig. 51: Removing The Trunk Lid Switch

3. Install the switch in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:

z Make sure the connector is plugged in properly.
z Make sure the trunk lid opens properly.

TRUNK LID LATCH REPLACEMENT

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1. Disconnect the trunk lid opener cable (A) and trunk lid latch switch connector (B). Take care not to bend
the opener cable.

Fig. 52: Disconnecting The Trunk Lid Opener Cable And Trunk Lid Latch Switch Connector

2. Remove the bolts from the trunk lid latch (C), then remove the latch.

3. Install the latch in the reverse order of removal, and note these items.

z Make sure the connector is plugged in properly and the opener cable is connected properly.
z Make sure the trunk lid opens properl

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Acura - Air Bag Restraint Systems

DESCRIPTION & OPERATION

WARNING: Accidental air bag deployment is possible. Personal injury may result.

Read and follow all WARNINGS and AIR BAG SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
before working on air bag system or related components.

Supplemental Restraint System (SRS), also known as air bag system, is designed to protect driver and front

assenger by activating when vehicle receives a sufficient front-end or side impact. System includes dual-stage

driver-side air bag, dual-stage passenger-side air bag, driver and front passenger side air bags, side curtain air

ags, rear, side and front impact sensors, cable reel, seat belt pretensioners, Occupant Position Detection System

(OPDS), and SRS unit (with internal safing). See COMPONENT LOCATIONS .

COMPONENT LOCATIONS

Refer to illustration for component locations. See Fig. 1 & Fig. 2 .

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Fig. 1: Locating Restraint System Components (1 Of 2)
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Fig. 2: Locating Restraint System Components (2 Of 2)
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SYSTEM OPERATION CHECK

Turn ignition switch on. AIR BAG warning light should illuminate for about 6 seconds, then go off. If AIR
BAG warning light illuminates while driving, does not illuminate at all or flashes, an air bag system
malfunction has been detected. See DIAGNOSTICS

.

AIR BAG SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Observe these precautions when working with air bag system:

z Carefully inspect any SRS part before installing. DO NOT install any part that shows signs of being

dropped or improperly handled, such as dents, cracks or deformation.

z Use only a digital multimeter to check system. Ensure multimeter output is 10 milliamp (0.01 amp) or

less when switched to lowest value in ohmmeter range.

z DO NOT install used SRS parts from another vehicle. When making SRS repairs, use only NEW parts.
z Except when indicated, always disconnect negative battery cable, and wait at least 3 minutes before

making SRS repairs.

z When ignition is on, or has been turned off for less than 3 minutes, DO NOT bump SRS unit. Air bags

could accidentally deploy.

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z Radio contains anti-theft protection circuit. Obtain anti-theft code before disconnecting battery.
z DO NOT disassemble air bags or SRS unit. There are no serviceable parts. Once deployed, an air bag

cannot be repaired or reused.

z Store removed air bags with deployment side facing up. If stored face down, accidental deployment could

propel unit with enough force to cause serious injury.

z Store removed air bags on secure flat surface away from high heat source and free of oil, grease,

detergent or water.

z Store SRS unit in cool and dry place. DO NOT spill water or oil on SRS unit and keep away from dust.
z Disconnect air bag connectors before disconnecting SRS harness connectors.

DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM

WARNING: Accidental air bag deployment is possible. Personal injury may result.

Read and follow all WARNINGS and AIR BAG SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .

NOTE: When battery is disconnected, certain memory circuits will lose data. When

battery is reconnected, it may be necessary to perform appropriate computer
relearn procedure. See COMPUTER RELEARN .

SPRING-LOADED LOCK CONNECTORS

To disconnect, pull spring-loaded sleeve toward stop while holding opposite half of connector. Then pull
connector halves apart. Be sure to pull on sleeve and not on connector itself. See Fig. 3 .

To connect, hold pawl-side connector half, and press on back of sleeve-side connector half in direction shown.
As connector halves are pressed together, sleeve is pushed back by pawl. DO NOT touch sleeve. When
connector halves are completely connected, pawl is released, and spring-loaded sleeve locks connector.

When backprobing spring-loaded lock connectors, remove retainer before inserting test probes from wire side.
Carefully pry out retainer with flat-tip screwdriver. Retainer may be discarded after removal.

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Fig. 3: Identifying Spring-loaded Lock Connectors
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DISABLING SYSTEM

Obtain anti-theft codes for radio and navigation system, if equipped. Record frequencies for radio's preset
buttons. Disconnect negative battery cable. Disconnect auxiliary battery or power source, if equipped. Wait 3
minutes before working on air bag system or related components.

ACTIVATING SYSTEM

Reconnect negative battery cable. Enter anti-theft codes for radio and navigation system. Enter radio station

resets. Perform idle and window control unit relearn procedures. See COMPUTER RELEARN . Perform

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SYSTEM OPERATION CHECK .

COMPUTER RELEARN

Idle Relearn

Ensure sure all electrical accessories (A/C, audio, rear defogger, lights, etc.) are off. Using HDS tester or HDS,

erform PCM RESET in the CLEAR MENU. Turn ignition switch to ON position and wait 2 seconds. Start
engine and hold at 3000 RPM (in Park or Neutral with no load) until radiator fan comes on, or until engine
temperature reaches 194°F (90°C ). Let engine idle for about 5 minutes, with throttle fully closed. If radiator fan
comes on, do not include its running time in the 5 minutes.

Window Control Unit Relearn

Turn ignition off. Turn ignition on. Push driver's window switch down to second detent to fully lower window.
When window reaches bottom position, continue to depress switch for 2 seconds, then release switch. Pull
driver's window switch up to second detent to fully raise window. When window reaches top position, continue
to pull switch for 2 seconds, then release switch. If window does not operate in AUTO position, repeat

rocedure.

DISPOSAL PROCEDURES

Before scrapping air bags or seat belt pretensioners, including those installed in vehicle to be scrapped, they
must be deployed. Treat undeployed air bags and seat belt pretensioners with extreme care. Wear safety glasses
and gloves when handling deployed them. Wash hands and rinse well with water after handling deployed air
bag assemblies and seat belt pretensioners.

If vehicle is still within warranty period, contact manufacturer for disposal instructions before deploying air
bags.

AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT

WARNING: Air bag assemblies become very hot when deployed. Personal injury may

result. Wait at least 30 minutes before handling deployed air bag
assemblies.
Flying debris is possible. Personal injury may result. Ensure air bag
assemblies are securely mounted to vehicle.

NOTE: If vehicle is to be scrapped, deploy air bags and pretensioners on vehicle.

On-vehicle

1. Before proceeding, see AIR BAG SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . Disconnect negative battery cable and

wait at least 3 minutes. Ensure each air bag and pretensioner is securely mounted. Ensure proper
operation of Deployment Tool (07HAZ-SG00500) by connecting a 12-volt battery per instructions
supplied with tool.

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2. To deploy driver-side air bag, remove access panel from bottom of steering wheel and disconnect driver-

side air bag connector from cable reel connector. See Fig. 4 . To deploy passenger-side air bag, remove
glove box and disconnect passenger-side air bag connector from dashboard wire harness. See Fig. 5

3. To deploy side air bag, disconnect side air bag connector from SRS floor harness. See Fig. 6 . To deploy

side curtain air bag, remove headliner and disconnect side curtain air bag module connector from roof
wire harness. See Fig. 7 .

4. To deploy seat belt pretensioner, remove B-pillar trim panel and disconnect seat belt pretensioner

connector. See Fig. 8

. Pull seat belt webbing out all the way and cut it off.

NOTE: Driver-side and passenger-side air bags have 4 wires each, 2 Yellow and 2

Red. Twist each pair of unlike colored wires together then connect
alligator clip to each pair.

5.
To deploy air bags and seat belt pretensioners, cut off air bag connector and strip back 1" (25 mm) of
insulation from wire ends. Connect Yellow alligator clips of deployment tool to uninsulated wire ends.
Place deployment tool at least 30 feet (10 m) feet away from air bag.

.

6. Connect 12-volt battery to deployment tool. If Red light on deployment tool comes on, go to next step. If
Green light on deployment tool comes on, ignitor circuit is faulty. See DAMAGED AIR BAG
SPECIAL PROCEDURE .

7. Stand at least 30 feet (10 m) away from air bag. Push deployment switch, being prepared for rapid
inflation of air bag and loud noise. If air bag and seat belt pretensioner deploys, wait 30 minutes to allow
air bag to cool before removing and disposing of complete air bag module. Place in a sturdy plastic bag
and seal securely.

8. If air bag or seat belt pretensioner does not deploy, ignitor circuit is faulty. See DAMAGED AIR BAG
SPECIAL PROCEDURE .

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Fig. 4: Identifying Upper Cable Reel Connector
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Fig. 5: Identifying Passenger-side Air Bag Module Connector
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Fig. 6: Identifying Side Air Bag Module Connector
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Fig. 7: Identifying Side Curtain Air Bag Module Connector
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Fig. 8: Identifying Seat Belt Pretensioner Connector

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Off-vehicle

1. Before proceeding, see AIR BAG SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . Ensure proper operation of Deployment
Tool (07HAZ-SG00500) by connecting a 12-volt battery per instructions supplied with tool. Remove
appropriate air bag module. See REMOVAL & INSTALLATION

.

NOTE: Driver-side and passenger-side air bags have 4 wires each, 2 Yellow and 2

Red. Twist each pair of unlike colored wires together then connect
alligator clip to each pair.

2.
Position air bag module deployment side up, outdoors on flat ground and at least 30 feet (10 m) from
people or obstacles. Cut off air bag connector, and strip back 1" (25 mm) of insulation from wire ends.
Connect Yellow alligator clips of deployment tool to uninsulated wire ends. See Fig. 9

. Place tool at least

30 feet (10 m) away from air bag.

3. Connect a 12-volt battery to deployment tool. If Red light on deployment tool comes on, go to next step.
If Green light on deployment tool comes on, air bag ignitor circuit is faulty. See DAMAGED AIR BAG
SPECIAL PROCEDURE .

4. Push deployment switch, being prepared for rapid inflation of air bag and loud noise. If air bag deploys,
wait 30 minutes to allow air bag to cool before removing and disposing of complete air bag module. Place
in a sturdy plastic bag and seal securely.

5. If air bag does not deploy, ignitor circuit is faulty. See DAMAGED AIR BAG SPECIAL
PROCEDURE .

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Fig. 9: Deploying Removed Air Bag
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DAMAGED AIR BAG SPECIAL PROCEDURE

WARNING: Accidental air bag deployment is possible. Personal injury may result. An

undeployed air bag should be considered a potentially explosive device
that can cause serious injury.

1. If air bag or pretensioner is installed in vehicle, follow appropriate removal procedure. See REMOVAL
& INSTALLATION . Remove connector and short together inflator by twisting wires together.

2. Package air bag in exactly same packaging that replacement part came in. Mark outside of box
"DAMAGED AIR BAG NOT DEPLOYED" so it is not confused in parts stock. Contact manufacturer
for instructions on returning air bag for disposal.

POST-COLLISION INSPECTION

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inspected or replaced. See AIR BAG/SRS COMPONENT INSPECTION & REPLACEMENT TABLES
article in the GENERAL INFORMATION section.

REMOVAL & INSTALLATION

WARNING: Accidental air bag deployment is possible. Personal injury may result.

Read and follow all WARNINGS and AIR BAG SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
before working on air bag system or related components.

CABLE REEL

Removal

1. Before proceeding, see AIR BAG SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . Disable air bag system. See
DISABLING SYSTEM under DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM. Ensure front
wheels are in straight-ahead position. Remove driver-side air bag. See DRIVER-SIDE AIR BAG
MODULE .

2. Remove steering wheel. Remove left instrument panel side and lower covers. Remove upper and lower
steering column covers. Disconnect 4- and 13-pin connectors. See Fig. 10 . Release tabs and remove
cable reel from column.

Installation

To install, reverse removal procedure. Ensure front wheels are in straight-ahead position. Install cancel sleeve
so projections are aligned vertically. See Fig. 11 . Center cable reel if necessary. See CABLE REEL

CENTERING under ADJUSTMENTS. Tighten steering wheel bolt to specification. See TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS . Activate air bag system. See ACTIVATING SYSTEM under DISABLING &

ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM.

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Fig. 10: Identifying Cable Reel
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Fig. 11: Aligning Cancel Sleeve & Cable Reel
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CENTER CONSOLE

Removal & Installation

1. Before proceeding, see AIR BAG SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . Disable air bag system. See
DISABLING SYSTEM under DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM. Loosen lock nut

and remove manual gearshift lever knob, if equipped.

2. Starting at front, pull up on center console trim panel, detaching clips. See Fig. 12 . Disconnect heated
seat switch connectors, if equipped and remove center console trim panel.

3. Open center upper pocket lid, then pull at lower edge and detach clips and remove center upper pocket.
See Fig. 13

4. Open console lid and remove console mat. See Fig. 14

. Remove screws, disconnect front power socket connector and remove center lower pocket.

. Remove console mounting screws. Disconnect
rear power socket. Pull up on areas of center console, release hooks at front of console and remove center
console.

5. To install, reverse removal procedure. Activate air bag system. See ACTIVATING SYSTEM under

DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM.

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Fig. 12: Identifying Center Console Trim Panel
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Fig. 13: Identifying Center Upper & Lower Pockets
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Fig. 14: Identifying Center Console
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DRIVER-SIDE AIR BAG MODULE

Removal & Installation

1. Before proceeding, see AIR BAG SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . Disable air bag system. See
DISABLING SYSTEM

under DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM. Remove access
panel from bottom of steering wheel. Disconnect air bag connector from cable reel connector. Remove
Torx bolt covers. Using Torx T30 bit, remove and discard Torx bolts securing air bag module to steering
wheel. See Fig. 15

. Remove air bag module.

2. To install, reverse removal procedure. Tighten NEW air bag module Torx bolts to specification. See

TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . Activate air bag system. See ACTIVATING SYSTEM under
DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM.

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Fig. 15: Identifying Driver-side Air Bag Module
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FRONT IMPACT SENSORS

Removal & Installation

WARNING: Accidental air bag deployment is possible. Personal injury may result.

Disconnect driver-side air bag module, passenger-side air bag module
and right and left seat belt pretensioners before disconnecting front
impact sensor connector. Avoid turning ignition on and connecting
battery.

1. Before proceeding, see AIR BAG SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . Disable air bag system. See
DISABLING SYSTEM under DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM. Remove
appropriate front inner fender panel. Disconnect engine compartment wire harness connector. See Fig.
16 . Using T30 Torx bit, remove front impact sensor mounting screws. Remove front impact sensor.

2. To install, reverse removal procedure. Ti

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See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . Activate air bag system. See ACTIVATING SYSTEM under
DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM.

Fig. 16: Identifying Front Impact Sensor
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HEADLINER

Removal & Installation

1. Before proceeding, see AIR BAG SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . Disable air bag system. See
DISABLING SYSTEM

under DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM. Remove left and

right front door opening weatherstrip as necessary. Remove left and right A-pillar trim panels.

2. Using small screwdriver, pry off dome light lens, remove mounting screws and remove dome light.
Remove left and right front seat belt shoulder anchor bolts. Remove bottom, then upper B-pillar trim
panels. Remove left and right C-pillar trim panels.

3. Using trim tool, release tabs on both sides of left sun visor cap, then turn and remove cap. Repeat for right
sun visor cap. Using T25 Torx bit, remove left sun visor retaining screws. Remove sun visor from body
and holder. Disconnect vanity mirror light connector. Using flat-blade screwdriver, push hook and turn
holder 90 degrees, then pull out sun visor. Repeat for left sun visor.

4. Remove roof console map light lenses, mounting bolts, disconnect harness connectors and remove roof
console. Lower grab handle, pry out screw covers, remove screws and remove grab handles. Remove
socket plug. See Fig. 17 . Remove front and rear door weatherstrip.

5. Detach clip and release fasteners, then pull front portion of headliner down. With help of assistant, pull

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rear portion of headliner down releasing clips. Slide headliner rearward, releasing headliner from frame.
Remove headliner through right front door.

6. To install, reverse removal procedure. Tighten bolts and screws to specification. See TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS . Activate air bag system. See ACTIVATING SYSTEM under DISABLING &
ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM.

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Fig. 17: Identifying Headliner
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER

Removal & Installation

1. Before proceeding, see AIR BAG SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . Disable air bag system. See
DISABLING SYSTEM under DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM. Remove driver's

instrument panel lower cover. Remove upper steering column cover.

2. Place clean shop towel under instrument cluster. Remove screws securing instrument cluster to
instrument panel. Disconnect electrical connectors and remove instrument cluster.

3. To install, reverse removal procedure. Activate air bag system. See ACTIVATING SYSTEM under
DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM.

INSTRUMENT PANEL

Removal & Installation

1. Before proceeding, see AIR BAG SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . Disable air bag system. See
DISABLING SYSTEM under DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM. Remove right front

seat. Remove center console. See CENTER CONSOLE .

2. Remove left instrument panel lower cover. Remove glove box assembly. Remove left and right kick
panels and both A-pillar trim panels. Remove driver-side air bag module. See DRIVER-SIDE AIR BAG
MODULE . Remove steering wheel, steering column covers and steering column joint cover.

3. Release tilt/telescopic lever and adjust steering column to full tilt up position, and full telescopic position.
Tighten tilt/telescopic lever. Hold slider shaft on steering column with wire between bottom yoke and
upper yoke to prevent slider shaft from pulling out.

4. Remove combination switch assembly. Disconnect ignition switch connector. Remove bolt from lower
steering column yoke. Remove steering column mounting bolts and nuts and remove steering column
from vehicle.

5. Remove 2 connectors, 2 mounting nuts and stereo amplifier. Remove A/T shift lever brackets, if
equipped. Remove SRS unit. Remove screw, clips and left and right center lower covers and rear vent
ducts. From under left side of instrument panel, disconnect all necessary wiring and connectors. Lift
White wire harness connector locks before removing connectors from fuse box.

6. Disconnect parking brake switch connector, radio antenna connector, antenna lead, A/C subharness
connector, then release wire harness clamp. Using T30 Torx bit, remove ground bolt. Disconnect
ECM/PCM connectors, power transistor connector and engine wire harness connectors, then release wire
harness clips.

7. From under right side of instrument panel, disconnect right door wire harness connectors, floor wire
harness connectors, interior wire harness connector and blower motor connector, then release all harness
clips.

8. Remove bolt and brake pedal support member. Cover parking brake to protect it. Remove instrument
panel mounting bolts and clips, then remove instrument panel. See Fig. 18 . Lay instrument panel on front
or rear of instrument panel. DO NOT lay it on lower console opening.

9. To install, reverse removal procedure. Tighten fasteners to specification. See TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS . Activate air bag system. See ACTIVATING SYSTEM under DISABLING &
ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM.

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Fig. 18: Identifying Instrument Panel Mounting Bolt Locations
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OCCUPANT POSITION DETECTION SYSTEM (OPDS) UNIT

Removal & Installation

1. Before proceeding, see AIR BAG SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . Disable air bag system. See
DISABLING SYSTEM

under DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM. Remove front

passenger seat and seat back cover. Remove OPDS unit cover, Disconnect 8-pin and sensor connector,
remove 3 screws and remove OPDS unit. See Fig. 19 .

2. To install, reverse removal procedure. Activate air bag system. See ACTIVATING SYSTEM

under

DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM. Initialize OPDS system. See INITIALIZING
OCCUPANT POSITION DETECTION SYSTEM (OPDS) UNIT under DIAGNOSTICS.

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Fig. 19: Identifying OPDS Unit
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PASSENGER-SIDE AIR BAG MODULE

Removal & Installation (Without Deployment)

1. Before proceeding, see AIR BAG SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . Disable air bag system. See
DISABLING SYSTEM

under DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM. Remove glove box

striker bracket and A/C duct. Disconnect passenger-side air bag module connector from dashboard wire
harness connector. See Fig. 20 . Disconnect instrument panel lower panel. Remove passenger-side air bag
module mounting bolts and nuts from bracket, then remove air bag module.

2. To install, reverse removal procedure. Tighten passenger-side air bag mounting bolts and nuts to
specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

. Activate air bag system. See ACTIVATING

SYSTEM under DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM.

Removal & Installation (After Deployment)

1. Before proceeding, see AIR BAG SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . Disable air bag system. See

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DISABLING SYSTEM under DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM. Remove instrument
panel. See INSTRUMENT PANEL .

2. Remove gauge control module. Remove audio-HVAC-display module. Remove both side vents. Remove
left and right tweeter speakers and sun light sensor. Remove glove box striker. Remove screws and
passenger's A/C duct.

3. Remove passenger-side air bag module mounting bolts and nuts from bracket, then remove air bag
module. See Fig. 20 . Remove screws and separate upper instrument panel from lower instrument panel.
See Fig. 21 .

4. To install, reverse removal procedure. Remove anti-contamination cover from NEW upper instrument
panel and install NEW passenger-side air bag module. Tighten passenger-side air bag mounting bolts and
nuts in sequence to specification. See Fig. 22 . See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . Activate air bag
system. See ACTIVATING SYSTEM under DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM.

Fig. 20: Identifying Passenger

-side Air Bag Module

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Fig. 21: Identifying Upper Instrument Panel Screw Locations
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Fig. 22: Passenger-side Air Bag Module Tightening Sequence
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REAR IMPACT SENSORS (AFTER DEPLOYMENT)

Removal & Installation

1. Before proceeding, see AIR BAG SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . Disable air bag system. See
DISABLING SYSTEM under DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM. Disconnect

appropriate side curtain air bag module connector. See SIDE CURTAIN AIR BAG MODULES

.

2. Disconnect rear impact sensor from side curtain air bag subharness. Using T30 Torx bit, remove
mounting screws and rear impact sensor. See Fig. 23 .

3. To install, reverse removal procedure. Tighten rear impact sensor mounting screws to specification. See
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . Activate air bag system. See ACTIVATING SYSTEM under
DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM.

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Fig. 23: Identifying Rear Impact Sensor
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SEAT BELT PRETENSIONERS

Removal & Installation

1. Before proceeding, see AIR BAG SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . Position appropriate front seat fully
forward. Disable air bag system. See DISABLING SYSTEM under DISABLING & ACTIVATING
AIR BAG SYSTEM. Remove seat belt upper and lower anchor bolts. Remove lower B-pillar trim panel.
Disconnect side wire harness connector from seat belt pretensioner connector. See Fig. 24

. Remove seat

belt pretensioner mounting bolts and pretensioner.

2. To install, reverse removal procedure. Tighten seat belt pretensioner mounting bolts to specification. See
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . Activate air bag system. See ACTIVATING SYSTEM under
DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM.

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Fig. 24: Identifying Front Seat Belt Pretensioner
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SIDE AIR BAG MODULES

Removal & Installation

1. Before proceeding, see AIR BAG SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . Disable air bag system. See
DISABLING SYSTEM under DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM. Remove

appropriate front seat and seat back cover. Remove side air bag module mounting nuts and side air bag
module. See Fig. 25 .

2. To install, reverse removal procedure. Tighten side air bag module mounting nuts to specification. See

TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

. Activate air bag system. See ACTIVATING SYSTEM under

DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM.

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Fig. 25: Identifying Side Air Bag Module
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SIDE CURTAIN AIR BAG MODULES

Removal & Installation

1. Before proceeding, see AIR BAG SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . Disable air bag system. See
DISABLING SYSTEM under DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM. Remove headliner.

See HEADLINER

. Disconnect side curtain air bag module from roof wire harness. Remove mounting

bolts and side curtain air bag module. See Fig. 26 .

2. To install, reverse removal procedure. Tighten side curtain air bag module mounting bolts to
specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

. Activate air bag system. See ACTIVATING

SYSTEM under DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM.

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Fig. 26: Identifying Side Curtain Air Bag Module Mounting Bolts
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SIDE IMPACT SENSORS

Removal & Installation

WARNING: Accidental air bag deployment is possible. Personal injury may result.

Disconnect side air bag connector from SRS floor harness connector
before disconnecting side impact sensor connector. Avoid turning
ignition on and connecting battery.

1. Before proceeding, see AIR BAG SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . Disable air bag system. See
DISABLING SYSTEM under DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM. Remove

appropriate front seat assembl

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. Remove scuff plate and lower B-pillar trim panel. Turn up carpet and

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disconnect SRS floor harness connector from side impact sensor. Using T30 Torx bit, remove mounting
screws and side impact sensor. See Fig. 27 .

2. To install, reverse removal procedure. Tighten side impact sensor mounting screws to specification. See
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . Activate air bag system. See ACTIVATING SYSTEM under
DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM.

Fig. 27: Identifying Side Impact Sensor
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SRS UNIT

Removal & Installation

1. Before proceeding, see AIR BAG SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . Disable air bag system. See
DISABLING SYSTEM

under DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM. Disconnect right

and left seat belt pretensioner connectors. See SEAT BELT PRETENSIONERS .

2. Remove center console, front panel and cup holder. See CENTER CONSOLE . Remove left and right
center lower cover and heater ducts. Disconnect SRS unit connectors, remove mounting screws and
remove SRS unit. See Fig. 28

.

3. To install, reverse removal procedure. Tighten SRS unit mounting screws to specification. See TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS . Activate air bag system. See ACTIVATING SYSTEM under DISABLING &

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ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM. Initialize OPDS system. See INITIALIZING OCCUPANT
POSITION DETECTION SYSTEM (OPDS) UNIT under DIAGNOSTICS.

Fig. 28: Identifying SRS Unit
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ADJUSTMENTS

CABLE REEL CENTERING

NOTE: New replacement cable reels are pre-centered.

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With cable reel installed, rotate cable reel clockwise until it stops. Rotate cable reel counterclockwise about 3
turns until arrow mark on cable reel label points straight up. See Fig. 29 .

Fig. 29: Identifying Cable Reel Arrow Mark
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WIRE REPAIR

NOTE: SRS wiring can be identified by special Yellow outer protective covering.

DO NOT attempt to modify, splice or repair SRS wiring. If there is an open or damage in SRS wiring or
terminals, replace harness.

TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

Application Ft. Lbs. (N.m)

Brake pedal support member bolt 12 (16)

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Seat belt buckle anchor bolt 24 (32)
Seat belt lower anchor bolt 24 (32)
Seat belt pretensioner Lower mounting bolt 24 (32)
Seat belt shoulder anchor bolt 24 (32)
Steering column mounting bolts & nuts 29 (39)
Steering column yoke bolt 21 (28)
Steering wheel bolt 12 (16)

INCH Lbs. (N.m)

Driver-side air bag module Torx bolts 87 (9.8)
Front impact sensor mounting screws 87 (9.8)
Passenger-side air bag mounting bolts & nuts 87 (9.8)
Rear impact sensor mounting screws 87 (9.8)
Seat belt pretensioner upper mounting bolt 87 (9.8)
Side air bag module mounting bolts 56 (6.3)
Side curtain air bag module mounting bolts 87 (9.8)
Side impact sensor mounting screws 87 (9.8)
SRS unit mounting screws 87 (9.8)
Sun visor retaining screws 30 (3.4)

DIAGNOSTICS

WARNING: Accidental air bag deployment is possible. Personal injury may result.

Read and follow all WARNINGS and AIR BAG SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
before working on air bag system or related components.
Accidental air bag deployment is possible. Personal injury may result.
Use only digital multimeter with 10 milliamp or less output rating in
smallest ohmmeter range.

SELF-DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM

SRS includes a self-diagnostic function that checks system for faults in SRS components and related wiring. A
fault exists if AIR BAG warning light on instrument cluster continues to glow more than 6 seconds after
ignition is turned on, or glows or flashes while vehicle is driven.

RETRIEVING DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC)

NOTE: Ensure battery is sufficiently charged prior to performing diagnostic

procedures. A dead or low-charged battery may cause inaccurate test values to
be obtained.

When AIR BAG warning light is on, read DTC by connecting a HDS tester to 16-pin data link connector, and
following tester prompts to read directly from HDS tester, or reading AIR BAG warning light flashes. If AIR
BAG warning light stays on or does not come on, or side air bag cutoff warning light stays on, go to

DIAGNOSTIC TESTS

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Retrieving DTC Using Hds Tester

Ensure ignition is off. Connect HDS tester to 16-pin Data Link Connector (DLC), located under left side of
instrument panel. Turn ignition on. Following manufacturers instructions, check DTCs. Turn ignition off and
wait at least 10 seconds. Disconnect HDS tester from DLC. Perform appropriate diagnostic test. See

DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) CHART

Retrieving DTC Using AIR Bag Warning Light

table.

1. Turn ignition off. Connect HDS tester to 16-pin data link connector, located under left side of instrument
panel. Follow tester prompts in SCS menu.

2. Turn ignition on. AIR BAG warning light will come on for about 6 seconds and go off. DTC will be
indicated next. DTC consists of a main code and a sub-code. Including most recent malfunction, up to 3
different malfunctions can be indicated. If AIR BAG warning light does not come on, check for short to
ground or open in SCS circuit before troubleshooting SRS system.

3. In case of a continuous failure, DTC will be indicated repeatedly. In case of an intermittent failure, AIR
BAG warning light will indicate DTC once, then will stay on. If both a continuous and an intermittent
failure occur, both DTC's will be shown as continuous failure. If AIR BAG warning light comes on
continuously and no DTC is detected, SRS system malfunction may be present.

4. Retrieve DTC. If DTCs are retrieved, go to DTC chart to continue diagnostics. See DIAGNOSTIC
TROUBLE CODE (DTC) CHART table. Turn ignition switch to OFF position and wait 10 seconds.
Disconnect HDS tester from data link connector.

ERASING DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE MEMORY

Erase Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) memory with HDS tester connected to data link 16-pin connector, or by
connecting an SCS Service Connector (07PAZ-0010100) to Memory Erase Signal (MES) connector.

Erasing DTC Memory Using Hds Tester

Connect HDS tester to 16-pin Data Link Connector (DLC). Turn ignition switch to ON position. Select DTC
CLEAR in TEST MODE MENU on HDS tester. Turn ignition switch to OFF position and wait at least 10
seconds. Disconnect HDS tester from DLC.

NOTE: Do not use a jumper wire in place of SCS service connector. Jumper wire may

be difficult to connect and disconnect quickly enough.

Erasing DTC Memory Using SCS Service Connector

1. Turn ignition off. Connect SCS Service Connector (07PAZ-0010100) to Memory Erase Signal (MES)
connector. See Fig. 30

.

2. Turn ignition on. AIR BAG warning light will come on for about 6 seconds then go off.

3. Disconnect SCS service connector from MES connector within 4 seconds after AIR BAG warning light
goes off. AIR BAG warning light will come on again.

4. Reconnect SCS service connector to MES connector within 4 seconds after AIR BAG warning light
comes on. AIR BAG warning light will go off.

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