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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Door Lower Trim Replacement
NOTE:
Take care not to scratch the door.
Put on gloves to protect your hands.
1. Remove these items:
Door panel, front , rear.
Door speaker, front, rear.
2. From the front or the rear door, re
Side Windshield Trim 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 t
Fenderwell
Front Inner Fender Replacement
NOTE: Take care not to scratch the body.
1. Remove the front wheel arch protector, as needed.
2. Remove the front inner fender (A).
Remove the screws (B, C), and remo
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Quarter Glass Replacement
NOTE:
Put on gloves to protect your hands.
Wear eye protection when removing the glass with
piano wire.
Use seat covers to avoid damaging any surfaces.
The quarter glass molding will need replacement
because it will be damage during glass removal.
1. Remove the quarter pillar glass trim.
2.
Heater Unit/Core
Replacement
SRS components are located in this area. Review the
SRS component locations, and the
precautions and procedures before
doing repairs or service.
1. Make sure you have anti-theft codes for the audio
system and the navigation system (if equipped).
2. Make sure the ignition is OFF, then disconnect the
