Honda CR-V: Cowl Cover Replacement

Special Tools Required

KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014 *

* Available through the American Honda Tool and Equipment Program; call 888-424-6857

NOTE:

• Put on gloves to protect your hands.
• Take care not to scratch the cowl cover and body.
• Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when prying components.

1. Remove these items:

• Windshield wiper arms
• Front fender trim, both sides

2. From both sides of the cowl cover, release the hooks (A) from the cowl cover (B) and the front fender (C), then release the hood hinge cover (D), then remove the covers.

Driver's side

Passenger's side

3. Remove the rear hood seal (A) by pulling it out.

Using a clip remover, detach the clips from the cowl covers.

4. Detach the clips (A) by carefully pulling the passenger's cowl cover (B) upward, and release the hook (C) on the passenger's cowl cover from the driver's cowl cover, then release the hooks (D) from the under cowl panel (E), disconnect the windshield washer tubes (F), and remove the passenger's cowl cover.

5. Detach the clips (G) by carefully pulling the driver's cowl cover (H) upward, then release the hooks (I) from the under cowl panel, and remove the driver's cowl cover.

6. Install the covers in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:

• Make sure the washer tubes are connected securely.
• Check if the clips are damaged or stress-whitened, and if necessary, replace them with new ones.
• Push the clips and hooks into place securely.

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