Rear Shelf: Service and Repair

Trim Removal/Installation - Rear Shelf Area

Special Tools Required
KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014 *
* Available through the American Honda Tool and Equipment Program

Rear Shelf

SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations and the precautions and procedures before doing repairs or service.

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

1. Remove these items:
- Rear seat cushion
- Rear seat-back
- Rear door opening seal, as needed
- C-pillar trim, both sides




2. From the trunk compartment, disconnect the high-mount brake light connector (A).




3. From the trunk compartment, release the six white clips (A) by tapping on them.




4. Lift the rear shelf (A) upward to detach the remaining four clips, and release the hook (B) from the rear shelf. Release the pin (C) from the holes on the body.
5. Release each anchor rod (D) out through the hole in the rear shelf, and pull both rear seat belts (E) and rear center seat belt (F) out through the slits (G) in the rear shelf.
6. Install the shelf in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- Check for damaged or stress-whitened clips, and if necessary, replace them with new ones.
- When installing the rear shelf, slip the rear seat belt through the slit and the rear center seat belt into the lid opening in the rear shelf.
- Push the clips and hooks into place securely.
- Make sure the high mount brake light connector is connected securely.