Special Tools Required
*Available through the Honda Tool and Equipment Program; call 888-424-6857
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.
Release the hooks (A), then pull up the cargo floor (B) and remove it.
Without spare tire
With spare tire
Release the bungee (C).
Remove the tailgate weatherstrip, as needed.
With temporary repair kit (TRK): Remove the cargo floor box (A)
Remove the rear trim panel (A).
Disengage the tabs (B) and hooks (C) on both sides from both cargo area side trim panel (D).
Detach the clips by pulling the panel up.
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, the hooks, and the tabs into place securely.
If the Engine Won’t Start
Diagnosing why the engine won’t start falls into two areas, depending on what
you hear when you turn the ignition switch to the START (III) position:
• You hear nothing, or almost nothing. The ...
Countershaft Disassembly (M/T)
NOTE: Refer to the Exploded View in the countershaft reassembly, as needed,
when removing components pressed onto the countershaft.
Securely clamp the countershaft assembly in a bench vise wi ...
Engine Oil Replacement
Allow the engine to reach operating temperature (fan comes on at least
twice).
Remove the drain bolt (A), and drain the engine oil.
Reinstall the drain bolt with a ...