Honda HR-V: Grab Handle Removal and Installation

*: Available through the Acura Tool and Equipment Program; call 888-424-6857

Special Tools Required

Push Pin/Grab Rail Cap Pliers 07AAC- 001A100

*: Available through the Acura Tool and Equipment Program; call 888-424-6857

Removal

1. Grab Handle - Remove

1. Lower the grab handle (A)
2. Insert the tips of the push pin/grab rail cap pliers (B) into the notch.

3. Gently squeeze the handles of the push pin/grab rail cap pliers (A), and pull the cap (B) straight out.

4. Lower the grab handle (A)
5. Squeeze the clips (B) with pliers, then remove the grab handle.

Installation

1. Grab Handle - Check

1. If the side curtain airbag has not deployed, inspect the grab handle (A) for damage. A damaged grab handle may cause the side curtain airbag to deploy improperly, possibly causing injury. Replace the grab handle if it has any of the following of damage:
   • Any cracks or breakage in the grab handle
   • Any cracks or stress-whitening in the caps (B)

2. Grab Handle - Install

1. Position the grab handle (A) on the grab handle bracket (B)
2. Push on the grab handle until the clips (C) snap into place securely
3. Install the caps (D) fully into the clips.

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