TL FWD V6-3.5L (2009)
Rear Shelf: Service and Repair
Interior Trim Removal/Installation - Rear Shelf Area
Special Tools Required
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KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014*
*Available through the Acura Tool and Equipment Program.
Rear Shelf
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 rear shelf or the trim.
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Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when removing components.
1. Remove these items:
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Rear seat cushion See: Seats/Service and Repair/Rear Seat Removal/Installation
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Rear seat-back See: Seats/Service and Repair/Rear Seat Removal/Installation
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C-pillar trim, both sides See: Trim Panel/Service and Repair/Interior Trim Removal/Installation - C-Pillar Trim
2. Remove the rear shelf (A).
-1 Pull up the entire rear shelf to detach the clips.
Pull both rear seat belts (B) and rear center seat belt (C) out through the slits (D) in the rear shelf.
3. Install the shelf in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
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Remove any clips left in the body with a clip remover, and reinstall them on the rear shelf.
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If the clips are damaged or stress-whitened, replace them with new ones.
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When installing the rear shelf, slip the rear seat belts and the rear center seat belt through the slits in the rear shelf properly.
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Push the clips and the hooks into place securely.
