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.
Emissions Testing
Testing of Readiness Codes
If you take your vehicle for an emissions test shortly after the battery has
been disconnected or gone dead, it may not pass the test.
This is because of certain ‘‘r ...
Parking Brake
To apply the parking brake, pull the lever up fully. To release it, pull up slightly,
push the button, and lower the lever. The parking brake indicator on the instrument
panel should go out when ...
Manual Transmission
The manual transmission is synchronized in all forward gears for smooth operation.
It has a lockout so you cannot shift directly from fifth to reverse. When shifting
up or down, make sure you pu ...