Acura TSX / Honda Accord CL. Manual — part 100

Fig. 72: Adjusting Door Striker

2. Lightly tighten the screws.

3. Wrap the striker with a shop towel, then adjust the striker by tapping it with a plastic hammer (D). Do not

hit the striker too hard.

4. Loosen the screws, and remove the shop towel.

5. Lightly tighten the screws.

6. Hold the outer handle out, and push the door against the body to be sure the striker allows a flush fit. If

the door latches properly, tighten the screws and recheck.

INTERIOR TRIM

COMPONENT LOCATION INDEX

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Fig. 73: Locating Interior Trim Components

TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - DOOR AREA

SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations and the precautions and
procedures in the SRS section before performing repairs or service. See AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS .

Without Side Curtain Airbag

1. Remove the trim as shown.

2. Install the trim in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:

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Replace any damaged clips.

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Make sure the opener cable is connected securely.

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Push the clip portions into place securely.

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Apply liquid thread lock to the front seat belt upper anchor bolt before installation.

NOTE:

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Put on gloves to protect your hands.

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When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it with protective tape to
prevent damage.

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Take care not to bend or scratch the trim and panels.

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Before installing the anchor bolts, make sure there are no twists or kinks in the belts.

Fig. 74: Removing & Installing Door Area Trim (Without Side Curtain Airbag)

With Side Curtain Airbag

1. Remove the trim as shown.

2. Install the trim in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:

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If the side curtain airbag have deployed, be sure to check the removed trim pieces for damage
before reinstallation (see AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS ), and if necessary, replace them
and trim clips with new ones.

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If the side curtain airbag have not deployed, removed trim pieces should still be checked for

NOTE:

z

Put on gloves to protect your hands.

z

When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it with protective tape to
prevent damage.

z

Take care not to bend or scratch the trim and panels.

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damage (see AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS ), and replace them with new ones if necessary.

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Make sure the opener cable is connected securely.

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Make sure the top of the trim overlaps with the headliner correctly (see AIR BAG RESTRAINT
SYSTEMS ).

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Make sure the trim hooks are installed into holes in the side curtain airbag center bracket securely.

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Push the clip portions into place securely.

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Apply liquid thread lock to the front seat belt upper anchor bolt before installation.

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Before installing the anchor bolts, make sure there are no twists or kinks in the belts.

Fig. 75: Removing & Installing Door Area Trim (With Side Curtain Airbag)

TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - REAR SHELF AREA

SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations and the precautions and
procedures in the SRS section before performing repairs or service. See AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS .

Without Side Curtain Airbag

2004 Acura TSX

2004 ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT Interior Trim - TSX