Interior Trim Acura RDX I

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Trim Removal/Installation - Door Areas

Special Tools Required

KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014 *

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

SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations (see COMPONENT LOCATION INDEX ) and the precautions and procedures (see PRECAUTIONS AND PROCEDURES ) before doing repairs or service.

Front Door Sill Area

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

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1. Detach the hooks (A) and tabs (B) from the kick panel (C) and B-pillar lower trim (D), and pull the front door sill trim (E) up by hand to detach the clips (F, G), then remove it. Driver's side Passenger's side
2. If necessary, pull the front side outer trim (H) up to detach the clips (I), then remove the trim.
3. Remove the driver's side kick panel (A) or the passenger's side kick panel (B). Pull out the door opening seal (C) as needed from the kick panel hooks (D) and the door opening flange. Pull the kick panel back by hand to detach the clips, then remove it. Driver's side Passenger's side
4. Pull out the front door opening seal (A) from the trim hooks (B) and around the front door opening flange, then remove the seal.
5. Install the trim in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: Check if the clips are damaged or stress-whitened, and if necessary, replace them with new ones. Push the clips and hooks into place securely.

Special Tools Required

KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014 *

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

Rear Door Sill Area

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

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1. Tip the front of the rear seat up.
2. Detach the hook (A) and tab (B) from the B-pillar lower trim (C), and pull the rear door sill trim (D) up by hand to detach the clips (E, F), then remove it.
3. If necessary, pull the rear side outer trim (G) up to detach the clips (H), then remove the trim.
4. Pull out the rear door opening seal (A) from the trim hooks (B) and around the front door opening flange, then remove the seal.
5. Install the trim in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: Check if the clips are damaged or stress-whitened, and if necessary, replace them with new ones. Push the clips and hooks into place securely.

Trim Removal/Installation - Pillar Areas

Special Tools Required

KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014 *

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

A-Pillar Trim

SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations (see COMPONENT LOCATION INDEX ) and the precautions and procedures (see PRECAUTIONS AND PROCEDURES ) before doing repairs or service.

Note. Follow the A-pillar trim installation procedure carefully; improper installation could cause the side curtain airbags to deploy improperly and possibly cause injury. Put on gloves to protect your hands. Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when prying components. Take care not to scratch the trim and panels. The upper clip in the A-pillar trim (A) consists of a resin grommet (B) and a metal pin (C). The groove (D) in the grommet secures it to the body panel (E). The shoulder (F) on the grommet is broken during removal, so the clip must be replaced with a new one when the trim is reinstalled.

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1. Pull the front door opening seal away from the A-pillar as needed (see step 4 ).
2. Hit the upper clip A-pillar trim (A) with a rubber mallet. The clip is under the point (B) where the triangle mark (C) on the edge of the trim indicates. Hitting the clip breaks the shoulder (D) on the grommet (E) and pushes the pin (F) and grommet against the body (G). NOTE: The clip must be replaced with a new one when the A-pillar trim is reinstalled.
3. Pull the top of the A-pillar trim (A) back by hand to remove the pin (B) from the grommet (C) remaining in the body (D).
4. Remove the A-pillar trim (A) by hand to detach the remaining clips, then pull the trim up from the dashboard (B).
5. Remove the grommet from the body. NOTE: The upper clip must be replaced with a new one because the grommet is damaged during removal.
6. If the side curtain airbag has been deployed, replace the A-pillar trim with a new one.
7. If the side curtain airbag has not been deployed, check the A-pillar trim (A): To prevent the side curtain airbags from deploying improperly and possibly causing injury, inspect the A-pillar trim and replace it if it has any of these types of damage: Any cracks, deformations, or stress-whitenings Any cracks or stress-whitened in the clip and pin seating surfaces (B) Damaged top of the upper clip pin (C) Replace the upper clip with a new one because it was damaged during removal. Check for damaged or stress-whitened clips (D), and replace them with new ones.
8. Before installing the A-pillar trim (A), carefully remove the grommet (B) from the pin (C) on the new upper clip.
9. Check the overlap between the headliner and A-pillar trim, and if necessary, adjust it (see «CHECKING AND ADJUSTING THE HEADLINER/PILLAR TRIM OVERLAP»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__checking-and-adjusting-the-headlinerpillar-trim) ).
10. Carefully reinstall the grommet (A) on the pin (B) and seat them on the A-pillar trim (C) as shown.
11. Reinstall the A-pillar trim (A). Insert the bottom of the trim into the dashboard (B). Place the trim over the A-pillar (C), and fit its upper clip (D) and the other clips (E) into holes (F) in the A-pillar, then lightly push the trim into place. NOTE: Make sure the side curtain airbag isn't tucked down under the clips and ribs. Push lightly on the upper clip. If you push too hard, the clip will be damaged, and it will not hold the trim properly.
12. Reinstall the front door opening seal.

Special Tools Required

KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014 *

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

B-Pillar Upper/Lower Trim

SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations (see COMPONENT LOCATION INDEX ) and the precautions and procedures (see PRECAUTIONS AND PROCEDURES ) before doing repairs or service.

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

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1. Remove these items: Front door sill trim (see «TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - DOOR AREAS»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim__trim-removalinstallation-door-areas) ) Rear door sill trim (see «REAR DOOR SILL AREA»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim__rear-door-sill-area) ) Front door opening seal, as needed (see step 4 ) Rear door opening seal, as needed (see step 4 ) Remove the lower anchor bolt (see step 3 under «FRONT SEAT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/seats/#seats__front-seat-removalinstallation) )
2. Slide the front seat forward fully.
3. Remove the B-pillar lower trim (A). Pull the upper portion of the trim back to release the upper hooks (B). Detach the lower clips by pulling the bottom of the trim back by hand.
4. Pull the bottom of the B-pillar upper trim (A) back by hand to detach the lower hooks (B). Release the upper pin (C) by pulling the top of the B-pillar upper trim.
5. Pull the trim down to release the upper hooks (D).
6. Pass the front seat belt (A) lower anchor out through a hole in the slider (B), then remove the B-pillar upper trim (C).
7. Remove the slider (A) from the B-pillar upper trim (B).
8. Install the trim in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: Replace any damaged clips (A) with new ones. If the side curtain airbag has deployed, replace the B-pillar upper and lower trim and all clips on the trim with new ones (see «COMPONENT REPLACEMENT/INSPECTION AFTER DEPLOYMENT»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__component-replacementinspection-after-deployment) ). To prevent the side curtain airbags from deploying improperly and possibly causing injury, inspect the trim and replace it if it has any of these types of damage: Any cracks or deformations in the B-pillar upper trim (B) and the upper hooks (C), and any stress-whitened clips in the upper part of the trim Any cracks or deformations in the B-pillar lower trim (D), and any breakages in the part (E) fitted with the B-pillar upper trim Any cracks or stress-whitened clips in the seating surface (F) Replace any damaged parts with new ones. Make sure the top of the trim overlaps with the headliner correctly (see «CHECKING AND ADJUSTING THE HEADLINER/PILLAR TRIM OVERLAP»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__checking-and-adjusting-the-headlinerpillar-trim) ). Make sure the pin (G) on the front seat belt shoulder anchor adjuster (H) and the hole (I) on the back of the slider are engaged when installing the B-pillar upper trim. Make sure the trim hook is installed into the side curtain airbag B-pillar bracket securely. Push the clip and hooks into place securely. Before installing the anchor bolt, make sure there are no twists or kinks in the seat belt.

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Special Tools Required

KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014 *

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

Quarter pillar Trim

SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations (see COMPONENT LOCATION INDEX ) and the precautions and procedures (see PRECAUTIONS AND PROCEDURES ) before doing repairs or service.

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

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1. Remove these items: Cargo area side trim panel (see «TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - REAR SIDE AREA»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim__trim-removalinstallation-rear-side-area) ) Tailgate weatherstrip, as needed (see «TAILGATE WEATHERSTRIP REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/exterior-body-panels/#tailgate) ) Rear door opening seal, as needed (see step 4 )
2. Remove the quarter pillar trim (A). Detach the clips (B, C) and pin (D) by pulling the trim back. Lower the trim to release the upper hook (E).
3. Install the trim in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: Replace any stress-whitened or damaged clips (A) with new ones. If the side curtain airbag has deployed, replace the quarter pillar trim and all clips on the trim with new ones (see «COMPONENT REPLACEMENT/INSPECTION AFTER DEPLOYMENT»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__component-replacementinspection-after-deployment) ). To prevent the side curtain airbags from deploying improperly and possibly causing injury, inspect the trim and replace it if it has any of these types of damage: Any cracks or deformations in the quarter pillar trim (B) and the upper hook (C), and any stress-whitened areas in the upper part of the trim Any cracks or stress-whitened areas in the clips seating surface (D) Replace any damaged parts with new ones. Make sure the top of the trim overlaps with the headliner correctly (see «CHECKING AND ADJUSTING THE HEADLINER/PILLAR TRIM OVERLAP»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__checking-and-adjusting-the-headlinerpillar-trim) ). Push the clip and hooks into place securely.

Trim Removal/Installation - Rear Side Area

Special Tools Required

KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014 *

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

SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations (see COMPONENT LOCATION INDEX ) and the precautions and procedures (see PRECAUTIONS AND PROCEDURES ) before doing repairs or service.

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

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1. Remove these items: Tailgate weatherstrip, as needed (see «TAILGATE WEATHERSTRIP REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/exterior-body-panels/#tailgate) ) Rear door opening seal, as needed (see step 4 ) Rear door sill trim (see «REAR DOOR SILL AREA»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim__rear-door-sill-area) ) Rear trim panel (see «TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - CARGO AREA»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim__trim-removalinstallation-cargo-area) ) Cargo area floor (see «TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - CARGO AREA»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim__trim-removalinstallation-cargo-area) ) Seat side bolster (see «SEAT SIDE BOLSTER»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/seats/#seats__seat-side-bolster) ) Cargo area lid (see «CARGO AREA LID»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim) )
2. Remove the hook (A) of the cover from the pin (B) of the tailgate each side trim, then pull out the cargo area cover (C) to release the lock (D) and remove the cover.
3. Open the lid (A) and remove the screw (B), then remove the cargo hook (C) (two places).
4. Remove the cargo area side trim panel (A). Using the appropriate trim tool, pry out the lid (B) from the cargo area side trim panel (C), then remove the bolts (D) of the rear side hanger (E). Remove the clips (F), then remove the trim panel back by hand to detach the clips (G). Pull out the upper edge of the panel back to release the upper hook (H) from the quarter pillar trim (I). Pull the rear seat belt out through the slit in the seat belt retractor cover, then remove the cargo area side trim panel. Driver's side: Disconnect the cargo area light connector (J). Driver's side Passenger's side
5. Remove the screws and release the hooks (A) from the panel, and remove the seat belt retractor cover (B) and side trim hanger (C).
6. Install the trim in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: Check if the clips are damaged or stress-whitened, and if necessary, replace them with new ones. Make sure the cargo area light connector is plugged in properly. When installing the panel, make sure there are no pinches in the seat belt. Push the clips and hooks into place securely.

Trim Removal/Installation - Cargo Area

Special Tools Required

KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014 *

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

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

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1. Remove the cargo area floor.
2. Remove the tailgate weatherstrip, as needed (see «TAILGATE WEATHERSTRIP REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/exterior-body-panels/#tailgate) ).
3. Detach the clips (A, B, C) by pulling the rear trim panel (D).
4. Install the trim in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: Check if the clips are damaged or stress-whitened, and if necessary, replace them with new ones. Push the clips into place securely.

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1. Remove the cargo area floor (A).
2. Install the floor in the reverse order of removal.

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1. Fold both rear seats down.
2. Remove the cargo area cover and floor.
3. Lift up the cargo area lid (A) to detach the clips (B, C).
4. Install the lid in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: Check if the clips are damaged or stress-whitened, and if necessary, replace them with new ones. Push the clips into place securely.

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1. Remove the cargo area side trim panel, as needed (see «TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - REAR SIDE AREA»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim__trim-removalinstallation-rear-side-area) ).
2. Remove the side floor spacers (A).
3. Install the spacers in the reverse order of removal.

Trim Removal/Installation - Tailgate Area

Special Tools Required

KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014 *

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

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

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1. Remove the tailgate upper trim panel (A). Disengage the hooks (B) and tabs (C) from the left tailgate side trim (D) and right tailgate side trim (E). Pull the tailgate upper trim panel by hand to detach the clips, then remove it.
2. Remove the tailgate side trim (A). Disengage the hook (B) and tab (C) from the tailgate lower trim panel (D). Pull the tailgate side trim back by hand to detach the clips (E, F) and hooks, then remove it.
3. Remove the tailgate lower grip (A). Using a trim tool to release the hooks (B) and tabs (C), pull and remove the tailgate lower grip caps (D) from the lower grip. Remove the screws and remove the tailgate lower grip from the tailgate lower trim panel (E).
4. Pull the tailgate lower trim panel (A) back by hand, and detach the clips (B, C), then remove it.
5. Install the trim in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: Check if the clips are damaged or stress-whitened, and if necessary, replace them with new ones. Push the clips and hooks into place securely.

Sunvisor Removal/Installation

Special Tools Required

KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014 *

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

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

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1. From both sides, using a trim tool, release the tabs (A) from the bracket (B).
2. Remove the sunvisor cap (A) from the bracket (B). Turn the cap, and remove it.
3. Remove the sunvisor (A). Using a TORX T25 bit, remove the self-tapping ET screws. Remove the sunvisor from the body and holder (B). Disconnect the vanity mirror light connector (C).
4. Using a flat-tip screwdriver, push the hook (A), and turn the holder (B) 90°, then pull it out.
5. Install the sunvisor in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: If the side curtain airbag has deployed, replace the sunvisor with a new one (see «COMPONENT REPLACEMENT/INSPECTION AFTER DEPLOYMENT»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__component-replacementinspection-after-deployment) ). To prevent the side curtain airbags from deploying improperly and possibly causing injury, inspect removed pieces and replace them if they have any of these types of damage: Any cracks in the sunvisor stay base (A) Any bends or cracks in the sunvisor stay shaft (B) Any cracks in the sunvisor base (C) Any cracks or breakages in the vanity mirror base (D) If the threads on a visor screws are worn out, use an oversized self-tapping ET screw, P/N 90137-S30-003r made specifically for this application.

Grab Handle Removal/Installation

Special Tools Required

KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014 *

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

Note. Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when prying components.

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1. Lower the grab handle (A), then pull out the stops (B).
2. While pinching the clips (A), release the hooks (B), then remove the grab handle (C).
3. Using a pair of pliers, remove all of the clips (A) by pinching its hooks.
4. If the side curtain airbag has deployed, replace the grab handle with a new one (see «COMPONENT REPLACEMENT/INSPECTION AFTER DEPLOYMENT»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__component-replacementinspection-after-deployment) ).
5. If the side curtain airbag has not deployed, to prevent the side curtain airbags from deploying improperly and possibly causing injury, inspect removed pieces and replace them if they have any of these types of damage: Any cracks or breakages in the grab handle (A). Any cracked or stress-whitened in the stops (B).
6. Install the clips (A) to the grab handle (B), then install the stops (C) fully into the clips.
7. Position the grab handle (A) on the bracket (B), and push on the grab handle until the clips (C) snap into place securely.

Headliner Removal/Installation

Special Tools Required

KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014 *

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

SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations (see COMPONENT LOCATION INDEX ) and the precautions and procedures (see PRECAUTIONS AND PROCEDURES ) before doing repairs or service.

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

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1. Do the battery terminal disconnection procedure (see «DISCONNECTION»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/body-electrical/#battery__disconnection) ).
2. Remove these items: A-pillar trim, both sides (see «A-PILLAR TRIM»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim__a-pillar-trim) ) Ceiling light (see «FRONT INDIVIDUAL MAP LIGHT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/interiorillumination-lights/#interior-lights) ) B-pillar lower trim (see «B-PILLAR UPPER/LOWER TRIM»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim__b-pillar-upperlower-trim) ) B-pillar upper trim, both sides (see «B-PILLAR UPPER/LOWER TRIM»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim__b-pillar-upperlower-trim) ) Quarter pillar trim, both sides (see «QUARTER PILLAR TRIM»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim__quarter-pillar-trim) ) Sunvisors, both sides (see «SUNVISOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim__sunvisor-removalinstallation) ) Grab handles, four places (see «GRAB HANDLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim__grab-handle-removalinstallation) )
3. Remove the roof console (A). Detach the clip (B) and release the hooks (C) by pulling the map light assembly (D). Disconnect the front individual map light connector (E) and the moonroof switch connector (F), then remove the map light assembly. Remove the bolts (G), and remove the roof console.
4. Lower the headliner (A). Remove the front door inner seals (B), and rear door inner seals (C) from each roof portion. Release the rear clips from the headliner. Lower the headliner.
5. With the help of an assistant, pull the headliner (A) out through the tailgate opening. Do not bend the liner. Bending the liner will crease and damage it.
6. If necessary, remove the side curtain airbag mounting bolt (A) and grab handle bracket mounting bolts (B), clips (C), then remove the grab handle bracket (D) from each side by releasing the hooks (E). Front Rear
7. Install the headliner in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: If the side curtain airbag has deployed, replace the headliner and removed trim pieces with new ones (see «COMPONENT REPLACEMENT/INSPECTION AFTER DEPLOYMENT»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__component-replacementinspection-after-deployment) ). To prevent the side curtain airbags from deploying improperly and possibly causing injury, inspect removed pieces and replace them if they have any of these types of damage: Any crease or tears in the headliner (A) Any cracks or breakages in the grab handle (B) Any damages around the grab handle holes (C) or sunvisor holes in the headliner Any cracks in the sunvisor stay base (D) Any bends or cracks in the sunvisor stay shaft (E) Any cracks in the sunvisor base (F) Any cracks or breakages in the vanity mirror base (G) Any Velcro fasteners (H) and clip bases (I) which have come off the headliner When installing the grab handle, push on the handle against the bracket (J) until the clips (K) snap into place securely. Check if the clips are damaged or stress-whitened, and if necessary, replace them with new ones. Check that both sides of the headliner are securely attached to the trim. Make sure the headliner overlaps the trim pieces correctly (see «COMPONENT REPLACEMENT/INSPECTION AFTER DEPLOYMENT»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__component-replacementinspection-after-deployment) ). When reinstalling the headliner through the tailgate opening, be careful not to fold or bend it. Also, be careful not to scratch the body. Reconnect the negative cable to the battery. Set the clock (on vehicles without navigation). Enter the anti-theft codes for the audio system and the navigation system (if equipped). Check for any DTCs that may have been set during repairs, and clear them.

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Carpet Replacement

Special Tools Required

KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014 *

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

SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations (see COMPONENT LOCATION INDEX ) and the precautions and procedures (see PRECAUTIONS AND PROCEDURES ) before doing repairs or service.

Note. Put on gloves to protect your hands. Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when prying components. Take care not to damage, wrinkle or twist the carpet. Be careful not to damage the dashboard or other interior trim pieces.

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1. Remove these items: Front seats, both sides (see «FRONT SEAT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/seats/#seats__front-seat-removalinstallation) ) Rear seat cushion (see «REAR SEAT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/seats/#seats) ) Front door sill trim, both sides (see «TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - DOOR AREAS»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim__trim-removalinstallation-door-areas) ) Rear door sill trim, both sides (see «REAR DOOR SILL AREA»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim__rear-door-sill-area) ) Kick panels, both sides (see step 3 ) B-pillar lower trim (see «B-PILLAR UPPER/LOWER TRIM»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim__b-pillar-upperlower-trim) ) Driver's dashboard undercover (see «DRIVER'S DASHBOARD UNDERCOVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/gauges-instrument-panels/#dashboard-instrument-panel__drivers-dashboard-undercover-removalinstallation) ) Passenger's dashboard undercover (see «DASHBOARD SIDE VENT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/gauges-instrument-panels/#dashboard-instrument-panel__dashboard-side-vent-removalinstallation) ) Center console (see «CENTER CONSOLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#consoles__center-console-removalinstallation) ) Steering joint cover (see step 6 under «STEERING COLUMN REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/manual-power-steering/#power-steering-system__steering-column-removal-and-installation) ) Stereo amplifier (see «STEREO AMPLIFIER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/entertainment-systems/#audio-system) ) Navigation unit (if equipped) (see «NAVIGATION UNIT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/navigation-system/#navigation-system__navigation-unit-removalinstallation) )
2. Detach the clips, then remove the footrest (A).
3. Detach the clip, then remove the rear heater joint (A).
4. Disconnect the connectors in the dashboard lower center sections (see step 6 under «DASHBOARD/STEERING HANGER BEAM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/gauges-instrument-panels/#dashboard-instrument-panel__dashboardsteering-hanger-beam-removalinstallation) ).
5. Remove the bolts (A, B), and remove the dashboard center brackets (C).
6. Remove the bolts of the A/T lever bracket (A), then separate the A/T lever bracket from the center frame (B) by moving to driver's side. Do not disconnect of the A/T shift cable.
7. Detach the clips and release the fastener (A), then pull back the front carpet (B) from under the dashboard.
8. From back of the front carpet: Release the hooks (A) of the base (B) with a flat-tip screwdriver, and push up the projections of the holder from the base to remove the floor mat holder (C).
9. Detach the clips, then pull up the rear carpet from under the seat side bolster both sides. Pull back the rear carpet (A), and remove it.
10. Install the front carpet and rear carpet in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: Take care not to damage, wrinkle or twist the front and rear carpets. Make sure the seat harnesses are routed correctly. Slip the rear carpet under both seat side bolster. Check if the clips are damaged or stress-whitened, and if necessary, replace them with new ones. Push the fasteners and clips into place securely.

See also:
• COMPONENT LOCATION INDEX
• CHECKING AND ADJUSTING THE HEADLINER/PILLAR TRIM OVERLAP
• FRONT SEAT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
• COMPONENT REPLACEMENT/INSPECTION AFTER DEPLOYMENT
• TAILGATE WEATHERSTRIP REPLACEMENT
• SEAT SIDE BOLSTER
• DISCONNECTION
• FRONT INDIVIDUAL MAP LIGHT REPLACEMENT
• REAR SEAT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
• DRIVER'S DASHBOARD UNDERCOVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
• DASHBOARD SIDE VENT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
• CENTER CONSOLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
• STEERING COLUMN REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
• STEREO AMPLIFIER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
• NAVIGATION UNIT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
• DASHBOARD/STEERING HANGER BEAM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
• TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - DOOR AREAS
• REAR DOOR SILL AREA
• TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - REAR SIDE AREA
• TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - CARGO AREA
• CARGO AREA LID
• A-PILLAR TRIM
• B-PILLAR UPPER/LOWER TRIM
• QUARTER PILLAR TRIM
• SUNVISOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
• GRAB HANDLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION