Honda Element. Manual — part 605

up on the bottom edge of the trim panel (B)and pass the cables under the trim panel on each side.

Fig. 28: Identifying Tailgate Support Cables On Both Sides
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5. Pull the trim panel (A) out to release the pins (B) of the trim panel and the tailgate handle lever (C), then

remove the trim panel.

Fig. 29: Removing Trim Panel Out To Release Pins Of Trim Panel And Tailgate Handle Lever
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6. Install the trim panel in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:

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Check if the clips are damaged or stress-whitened, and if necessary, replace them with new ones.

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Make sure the tailgate handle lever is slipped through the slit of the trim panel properly.

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Push the clips into place securely.

SUNVISOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

1. Release the tabs (A) on both sides with the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set, then remove the

sunvisor cap (B) from the bracket (C). Turn the cap, and remove it.

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Fig. 30: Identifying Sunvisor Cap
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2. Remove the sunvisor (A).

1. Remove the sunvisor from the holder (B).

2. Using a TORX T25 bit, remove the screws.

3. Remove the sunvisor from the body.

Fig. 31: Identifying Sunvisor Screws With Torque Specification

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3. Using a flat-tip screwdriver, push the hook (A), and turn the holder (B) 90°, then pull it out.

Fig. 32: Removing Holder Hook
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4. Install the sunvisor in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:

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If the side curtain airbag has deployed, replace the sunvisor with a new one.

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To prevent the side curtain airbags from deploying improperly and possibly causing injury, inspect
removed pieces and replace them if they have any of these types of damage:

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Any cracks in the sunvisor stay base (A)

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Any bends or cracks in the sunvisor stay shaft (B)

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Any cracks in the sunvisor base (C)

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If the threads on a visor screws are worn out, use an oversized self-tapping ET screw, P/N 90137-
S30-003, made specifically for this application.

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Fig. 33: Identifying Sunvisor Stay Base And Sunvisor Base
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GRAB HANDLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

Special Tools Required

KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014 *

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

1. On the front passenger's side: Remove the caps (A), and remove the screws, then remove the grab handle

(B).

NOTE:

Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when
prying components.

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