TL FWD V6-3.5L (2009)
Trim Panel: Service and Repair
Interior Trim Removal/Installation - A-Pillar Trim
Interior Trim Removal/Installation - A-Pillar Trim
Special Tools Required
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KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014*
*Available through the Acura Tool and Equipment Program.
A-Pillar 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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If side airbags and/or side curtain airbags have deployed, the affected pillar area trim and attachment clips must be replaced. Refer to Component
Replacement/Inspection After Deployment. See: Restraint Systems/Air Bag Systems/Service and Repair
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Follow the A-pillar trim installation procedure carefully; improper installation could cause the side curtain airbags to deploy improperly and
possibly cause injury.
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Put on gloves to protect your hands.
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Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when removing components.
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Take care not to scratch the trim or the panels.
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The upper clip in the A-pillar trim (A) consists of a plastic grommet (B) and a metal pin (C). The grommet expanded by the pin secures it to the
body panel (D). The projections (E) on the pin break during removal, so the clip must be replaced with a new one when the trim is reinstalled.
1. Pull the door opening seal away from the A-pillar as needed. See: Scuff Plate/Service and Repair/Interior Trim Removal/Installation - Front Door
Sill Area
2. Hit the upper clip in the A-pillar trim (A) with a rubber mallet. The clip is located under the point where the index tab (B) on the edge of the trim
indicates. Hitting the clip breaks the projections (C) on the pin (D) and pushes it into the grommet (E) on the body (F).
NOTE: The upper clip must be replaced with a new one when the A-pillar trim is reinstalled.
