Passenger Assist Handle: Service and Repair

Grab Handle Removal/Installation

Special Tools Required

- KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014*
NOTE: Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when removing components.

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. Remove all of the clips (A) by pinching the hooks with a pair of pliers.

4. If the side curtain airbag has deployed, replace the grab handle with a new one.






5. If the side curtain airbag has not deployed, to prevent the side curtain airbags from deploying improperly and possibly causing injury, inspect the removed pieces and replace them if they have any the following of damage:
- Any cracks or breakage in the grab handle (A).

- Any cracks or stress-whitening 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.