Interior Trim: Other Honda Pilot II

Front Door Sill Area

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 removing components.

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1. Detach the hooks (A) and tabs (B) from the kick panel (C) and the B-pillar lower trim (D), and pull the front door sill trim (E) up by hand to detach the clips (F), then remove it from the front door opening seal (G).
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: If the clips are damaged or stress-whitened, replace them with new ones. Push the clips and hooks into place securely.

Rear Door Sill Area

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 removing components.

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1. Remove the second row seat (see «FRONT SEAT UNDER TRAY REPLACEMENT»(ref-333588-S07486267132009072100000) ).
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, G), then remove it from the rear door opening seal (H).
3. If necessary, pull the rear side outer trim (I) up to detach the clips (J), then remove the trim.
4. Pull out the rear door opening seal (A) from the trim hooks (B) and around the rear door opening flange, then remove the seal.
5. Install the trim in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: If the clips are damaged or stress-whitened, replace them with new ones. Push the clips and hooks into place securely.

A-Pillar Trim

SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS COMPONENT LOCATION INDEX and PRECAUTIONS AND PROCEDURES before doing repairs or service.

Note. If side airbags and/or side curtain airbags have deployed, the affected pillar area trim and attachment clips must be replaced. See COMPONENT REPLACEMENT/INSPECTION AFTER DEPLOYMENT . 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. Take care not to 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. Pull the front door opening seal away from the A-pillar, as needed (see step 4 on «REAR DOOR SILL AREA»(ref-333585-S06776744912009072100000) )
2. Remove the A-pillar trim (A). Open the cap (B), then remove the bolt. Pull the upper portion of the A-pillar trim back by hand to detach the clip. Pull the A-pillar trim up and remove it from the dashboard (C).
3. Install the trim in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: If the side curtain airbag has deployed, replace the A-Pillar trim and all of its clips. If the clips are damaged or stress-whitened, replace them with new ones. Push the clips into place securely.

B-Pillar Upper/Lower Trim

SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS COMPONENT LOCATION INDEX and PRECAUTIONS AND PROCEDURES before doing repairs or service.

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

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1. Remove the front door sill trim (see step 1 on «TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - DOOR AREAS»(ref-333585-S19189801972009072100000) ).
2. Slide the front seat fully forward.
3. After releasing the upper clips (A), pull back the upper portion of the B-pillar lower trim (B) to release the lower clip (C). NOTE: If the side airbag has deployed, the B-pillar lower trim and all of its clips must be replaced.
4. Remove the upper anchor cover (A), and the upper anchor bolt (B).
5. Hit the surface of the B-Pillar upper trim (A) with a rubber mallet. Hitting the trim surface slides the projections (B) on the pin (C) and pushes it into the grommet (D) on the body (E). NOTE: The clip must be replaced with a new one when the B-pillar trim is reinstalled.
6. Remove these items: Front door opening seal, as needed (see step 4 on «REAR DOOR SILL AREA»(ref-333585-S06776744912009072100000) ) Rear door opening seal, as needed (see step 4 on «TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - PILLAR AREAS»(ref-333585-S08240123312009072100000) )
7. Pull back the upper potion of the B-pillar upper trim (A) by hand to release the lower hook (B), then remove the trim.
8. If the side curtain airbag has deployed, replace the upper B-pillar trim and all of its clips.
9. If the side curtain airbag has not deployed, remove the upper clip (A) from the removed B-pillar upper trim (B), and discard it. Then check the trim, and note the following: To prevent the side curtain airbags from deploying improperly and possibly causing injury, inspect the trim and replace it if it has any of the following damage: Any cracks or deformations in the B-pillar upper trim and the lower hook (C), or any stress-whitened areas in the upper part of the trim Any cracks or deformations in the B-pillar lower trim (D), or any breakages in the part (E) which connects with the B-pillar upper trim Any cracks or stress-whitened areas in the clips seating surfaces (F) If the clips (G) are damaged or stress-whitened, replace them with new ones. Push the clip and hooks into place securely. Apply medium strength liquid thread liquid thread lock to the upper anchor bolts before reinstallation. Trim Inspection
10. Before installing the B-pillar upper trim (A), whether replaced or reinstalled, temporarily remove the clips (B).
11. Check the overlap between the headliner and B-Pillar upper trim, and if necessary, adjust it (see «COMPONENT REPLACEMENT/INSPECTION AFTER DEPLOYMENT»(ref-333646-S14025615592009072100000) ).
12. Carefully reinstall the upper clip (A) to the B-pillar upper trim (B). Make sure that the grommet (C) is nearest to the top of the pin (D) as shown.
13. Reinstall the B-pillar upper trim (A). Insert the lower hook (B) of the trim into the B-pillar hole (C). Place the trim over the B-pillar (D) and fit clip (E) into hole (F) in the B-pillar, then lightly push the trim into place. NOTE: Make sure the side curtain airbag isn't tucked under the clips or trim 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.
14. Reinstall all removed parts. Make sure the seat belt is not twisted or kinked. Apply medium strength liquid thread lock to the belt anchor bolts prior to installation.

C-Pillar Trim

SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS COMPONENT LOCATION INDEX and PRECAUTIONS AND PROCEDURES before doing repairs or service.

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

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1. Remove these items: Rear door opening seal, as needed (see step 4 on «TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - PILLAR AREAS»(ref-333585-S08240123312009072100000) ) Rear side trim panel (see «TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - REAR SIDE AREA»(ref-333585-S17052326012009072100000) )
2. Hit the surface of the C-pillar trim (A) with a rubber mallet. The clip is located in the top of the C-pillar about 35 mm forward of the "SIDE CURTAIN AIRBAG" mark (B). Hitting the trim surface breaks the projections (C) on the pin (D) and pushes it into the grommet (E) on the body (F). NOTE: The clip must be replaced with, a new one when the C-pillar trim is reinstalled.
3. Release the caps (A) and remove the screws, then remove the grab handle (B).
4. Remove the upper anchor cover (A) and the upper anchor bolt (B).
5. Remove the clips, then remove the duct (A).
6. Release the hooks (A) and tab (B) from the upper quarter window trim (C), and pull the C-pillar trim (D) up by hand to detach the clips, then remove it.
7. If the side curtain airbag has deployed, replace the C-pillar trim and all of its clips.
8. If the side curtain airbag has not deployed, remove the upper clip (A) from the removed C-pillar trim (B) and discard it. Then check the trim and note the following: To prevent the side curtain airbags from deploying, improperly and possibly causing injury, inspect the C-pillar trim and replace it if it has any of the following damage: Any cracks, deformations, or stress-whitened areas in the C-pillar trim Any cracks or stress-whitened areas in the clip seating surfaces (C, D) If any of the lower clips (E) are damaged or stress-whitened, replace them with new ones. Replace the upper clip with a new one. Apply medium strength liquid thread lock to teh anchor bolts before reinstallation. C-pillar trim
9. Before installing the C-pillar trim (A), whether replaced or reinstalled, temporarily remove the new clips (B).
10. Check the overlap between the headliner and C-pillar trim, and if necessary, adjust it (see «COMPONENT REPLACEMENT/INSPECTION AFTER DEPLOYMENT»(ref-333646-S14025615592009072100000) ).
11. Carefully reinstall a new upper clip (A) to the C-pillar trim (B). Make sure that the grommet (C) is nearest to the top of the pin (D) as shown.
12. Place the C-pillar trim (A) over the C-pillar (B), fit the upper clip (C), and all of the other clips (D) into hole (E) in the C-pillar, then lightly push the trim into place. NOTE: Make sure the side curtain airbag isn't tucked under the clips or trim tabs. Push lightly on the upper clip. If you push too hard, the clip will be damaged and it will not hold the trim properly.
13. Reinstall all removed parts. Make sure the seat belt is not twisted or kinked. Apply medium strength liquid thread lock to the seat belt anchor bolt prior to installation.

D-Pillar Trim

SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS COMPONENT LOCATION INDEX and PRECAUTIONS AND PROCEDURES before doing repairs or service.

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

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1. Remove these items: Tailgate weatherstrip, as needed (see «TAILGATE WEATHERSTRIP REPLACEMENT»(ref-333591-S16259269272009072100000) ) Rear side trim panel (see «TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - REAR SIDE AREA»(ref-333585-S17052326012009072100000) ) Cargo area light (see «REAR INDIVIDUAL MAP LIGHT TEST/REPLACEMENT»(ref-333616-S34530234252009072100000) ) With power tailgate: Left tailgate side trim (see «TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - TAILGATE AREA»(ref-333585-S04198044782009072100000) )
2. With power tailgate: Remove the pivot bracket mounting bolts, then push the power tailgate rod (A) in the D-pillar trim (B).
3. Release the hooks (A) and tabs (B) from the both D-pillar trims (C), and pull the rear roof trim (D) down by hand to detach the clips, then pass the seat belt (E) through the hole (F) in the trim.
4. Pry off the lid (A), then remove the bolt from the D-pillar trim (B).
5. Hit the surface of the D-pillar trim (A) with a rubber mallet. The clip is located in the top of the D-pillar about 15 mm behind the "SIDE CURTAIN AIRBAG" mark (B). Hitting the trim surface breaks the projections (C) on the pin (D) and pushes it into the grommet (E) on the body (F). NOTE: The clip must be replaced with a new one when the D-pillar trim is reinstalled.
6. Remove the D-pillar trim (A). Detach the tabs (B) and hooks (C) from the upper quarter window trim (D). Pull the D-pillar trim back by hand to detach the clips. With power tailgate: Disconnect the satellite speaker connector (E). Without power tailgate With power tailgate
7. If the side curtain airbag has deployed, replace the D-pillar trim and all of its clips.
8. If the side curtain airbag has not deployed, remove the upper clip (A) from the removed D-pillar trim (B) and discard it. Then check the trim and note the following: To prevent the side curtain airbags from deploying, improperly and possibly causing injury, inspect the D-pillar trim and replace it if it has any of the following damage: Any cracks, deformations, or stress-whitened areas in the D-pillar trim or rear roof trim (C) Any cracks or stress-whitened areas in the clip seating surfaces (D) If any of the clips (E) are damaged or stress-whitened, replace them with new ones. Replace the upper clip with a new one. D-pillar trim Rear roof trim
9. Before installing the D-pillar trim (A), whether replaced or reinstalled, temporarily remove the new clip (B).
10. Check the overlap between the headliner and D-pillar trim, and if necessary, adjust it (see «CHECKING AND ADJUSTING THE HEADLINER/PILLAR TRIM OVERLAP»(ref-333646-S02112221432009072100000) ).
11. Carefully reinstall a new upper clip (A) to the D-pillar trim (B). Make sure that the grommet (C) is nearest to the top of the pin (D) as shown below.
12. Reinstall the D-pillar trim (A). Place the trim over the D-pillar (B), fit the upper clip (C), and all of the other clips into holes (D) in the body, then lightly push the trim into place. With power tailgate: Reconnect the D-pillar speaker connector (E). Make sure the side curtain airbag isn't tucked under the clips or tim 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. Without power tailgate With power tailgate
13. With power tailgate: Fasten the pivot bracket (A) on the tailgate.
14. Reinstall all of the removed parts.

Upper Quarter Window Trim

SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS COMPONENT LOCATION INDEX and PRECAUTIONS AND PROCEDURES before doing repairs or service.

Note. Follow the upper quarter window 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. Take care not to scratch the trim and panels. Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when removing components.

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1. Remove these items: Remove the C-pillar trim Remove the D-pillar trim
2. Pull the upper quarter window trim (A) back by hand to detach the clips, then remove the trim.
3. If the side curtain airbag has deployed, replace the upper quarter window trim and all of its clips.
4. If the side curtain airbag has not deployed, check the trim and note the following: To prevent the side curtain airbags from deploying, improperly and possibly causing injury, inspect the upper quarter window trim (A), and replace it if it has any of the following damage: Any cracks, deformations, or stress-whitened areas in the upper quarter window trim Any cracks or stress-whitened areas in the clip seating surfaces (B) If any of the clips (C) are damaged or stress-whitened, replace them with new ones. Upper quarter window trim
5. Install the trim in the reverse order of removal, and check the overlap between the headliner and upper quarter window trim, and if necessary, adjust it (see «CHECKING AND ADJUSTING THE HEADLINER/PILLAR TRIM OVERLAP»(ref-333646-S02112221432009072100000) ).

Cargo Floor Box

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 removing components.

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1. Pull the tailgate weatherstrip, as needed (see «TAILGATE WEATHERSTRIP REPLACEMENT»(ref-333591-S16259269272009072100000) ).
2. Remove the cargo floor lid (A).
3. Open the lid (A), then remove the tool set holder (B) from the cargo floor box (C).
4. Remove the clips (A), and pull up the cargo floor box (B) to detach the clips (C), then remove the cargo floor box.
5. Install the trim in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: If the clips are damaged or stress-whitened, replace them with new ones. Push the clips and hooks into place securely.