RL V6-3.7L (2009)
Trim Panel: Service and Repair
Interior Trim Removal/Installation - B-Pillar Upper Trim
Interior Trim Removal/Installation - B-Pillar Upper Trim
Special Tools Required
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KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014*
*Available through the Acura Tool and Equipment Program.
B-Pillar Upper Trim
SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations See: Restraint Systems/Air Bag Systems/Locations and the precautions
and procedures See: Dashboard / Instrument Panel/Air Bag(s) Arming and Disarming/Service and Repair before doing repairs or service.
NOTE:
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Put on gloves to protect your hands.
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Take care not to bend or scratch the trim and the panels.
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Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when prying components.
1. Remove these items:
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Front door opening trim, as needed See: Scuff Plate/Service and Repair/Interior Trim Removal/Installation - Front Door Sill Area
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Rear door opening trim, as needed See: Scuff Plate/Service and Repair/Interior Trim Removal/Installation - Rear Door Sill Area
2. Remove the front seat belt lower anchor. See: Restraint Systems/Seat Belt Systems/Seat Belt/Service and Repair/Front Seat Belt Replacement
3. Pull the upper portion of the B-pillar lower trim (A) back to release the upper hooks (B).
4. Remove the B-pillar upper trim (A).
-1 Pull the bottom of the trim back by hand to detach the lower hooks (B).
-2 Detach the upper clip by pulling the top of the trim.
-3 Pull the trim down to release the upper hook (C) from the side curtain airbag B-pillar bracket.
-4 Pass the front seat belt (D) lower anchor out through a hole in the slider (E).
