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Special Tool Required
20-156
Trunk Lid
Trunk Lid Torsion Bar Replacement
B
A
A
B
B
A
07AAF-SNAA100 A
A B
=Normal position
=Higher tension
Torsion bar assembly tool 07AAF-SNAA100
1. Remove the torsion bars (A) from the torsion bar center clip (B).
2. Put on gloves to protect your hands. Remove the torsion bars with the torsion bar assembly tool
from both trunk lid hinges. First remove the left
torsion bar (A), then remove the right torsion bar
(B). 3. Remove the torsion bar center clip (A) from the
body.
4. Install the torsion bar in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
 The shapes of the left torsion bar (A) and the right torsion bar (B) are shown. Install the torsion
bars properly.
 Adjust the torsion bars forward or rearward with the torsion bar assembly tool.
 The torsion bars were installed at the factory in the normal position, as shown.
 Make sure the trunk lid opens properly and locks securely.
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Trunk Lid Weatherstrip
Replacement Trunk Lid Cushion Replacement
A
B
C
D A
Front A
B C
C
A
1. Remove the trunk lid weatherstrip (A) by pulling it off.
2. Apply clear weatherstrip sealant (B) into the channel of the trunk lid weatherstrip all the way
around.
3. Locate the painted alignment mark (C or D) on the trunk lid weatherstrip. Align the painted mark in the
center of the trunk lid opening, and install the trunk
lid weatherstrip all the way around in the direction
shown. Make sure there are no wrinkles in the
weatherstrip.
4. Check for water leaks (see step 9 on page 20-29). NOTE: Put on gloves to protect your hands.
1. Remove the trunk lid trim (see page 20-82).
2. Detach the clips (A) by pushing it from the hole in the trunk lid (B), then remove the trunk lid cushion
(C). Take care not to scratch the trunk lid.
3. Install the cushion in the reverse order of removal.
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20-158 Fuel Fill Door
Fuel Fill Door Adjustment
B
A
6x1.0mm
9.8 N·m
(1.0 kgf·m,
7.2 lbf·ft)
1. Slightly loosen the hinge mounting bolts (A).
2. Adjust the fuel fill door (B) in or out until it’s flush with the body, and up or down as necessary to
equalize the gaps.
3. Tighten the hinge mounting bolts.
4. Check that the fuel fill door opens properly and locks securely, and check that the rear of the door is
flush with the body. 5. Apply multipurpose grease to each location
indicated by the arrows.
6. Apply touch-up paint to the hinge mounting bolts and around the hinges.
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20-159
Fuel Cap Adapter Replacement
Fastener Location :Screw,1
A Fastener Locations
:Bolt,2
AB
6x1.0mm
9.8 N·m
(1.0 kgf·m,
7.2 lbf·ft)
A
NOTE: Take care not to scratch the body.1. Remove the screw. Remove the fuel cap (A) by turning it counterclockwise. 2. Remove the bolts, and lower the fuel filler pipe (A),
then remove it from the fuel cap adapter (B).
3. Turn the fuel cap adapter (A), then remove it.
4. Install the adapter in the reverse order of removal.
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’06-08 Models
20-160 Exterior Trim
Front Grille Replacement
Fastener Locations
:Clip,6
A B
A
B Fastener Locations
:Screw,6
A B
A
NOTE: Take care not to scratch the bumper and the
grille. 1. Remove the front bumper (see page 20-146).
2. Remove the clips, then pull the front bumper grille (A) forward from the front bumper (B).
3. If necessary, remove the front ‘‘A’’ emblem from the front grille (see page 20-170). 4. If necessary, remove the screws, then remove the
front grille moldings (A) from the front grille base
(B).
5. Install the grille in the reverse order of removal.
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’09 Model
20-161
Fastener Locations :Screw,2 :Clip,4
B
A Fastener Locations
:Screw,19
BC
A
NOTE: Take care not to scratch the bumper and the
grille. 1. Remove the front bumper (see page 20-146).
2. Remove the screws, and remove the front grille (A) from the front bumper (B). 3. Remove the screws, then separate the front grille
lower molding (A), the front grille upper molding
(B), and the front grille base (C).
4. Replace the emblem, if necessary (see page 20-170).
5. Install the grille in the reverse order of removal.
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’06-08 Models
20-160 Exterior Trim
Front Grille Replacement
Fastener Locations
:Clip,6
A B
A
B Fastener Locations
:Screw,6
A B
A
NOTE: Take care not to scratch the bumper and the
grille. 1. Remove the front bumper (see page 20-146).
2. Remove the clips, then pull the front bumper grille (A) forward from the front bumper (B).
3. If necessary, remove the front ‘‘A’’ emblem from the front grille (see page 20-170). 4. If necessary, remove the screws, then remove the
front grille moldings (A) from the front grille base
(B).
5. Install the grille in the reverse order of removal.
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’09 Model
20-161
Fastener Locations :Screw,2 :Clip,4
B
A Fastener Locations
:Screw,19
BC
A
NOTE: Take care not to scratch the bumper and the
grille. 1. Remove the front bumper (see page 20-146).
2. Remove the screws, and remove the front grille (A) from the front bumper (B). 3. Remove the screws, then separate the front grille
lower molding (A), the front grille upper molding
(B), and the front grille base (C).
4. Replace the emblem, if necessary (see page 20-170).
5. Install the grille in the reverse order of removal.
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20-162 Exterior Trim
Front Fender Trim Replacement
Fastener Locations
:ClipRight, 4
Left, 3
A
B
C
D
A A
A
NOTE: Take care not to scratch the fender trim or the
body.
1. Remove the clips with a clip remover. 2. Disconnect the washer mouth (A) from the washer
tank (B). Release the hook (C), then remove the
front fender trim (D) and the washer mouth.
3. Install the fender trim in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
 Replace the clips (A) with new ones.
 Push the clips into place securely.
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Front Grille Cover Replacement Cowl Cover Replacement
A
B
C
D
D A
A
B
C
Fastener Locations
:Clip,3
A : Clip, 2 B
E EE
E
B
F F G
F
F F
C
H
D
D
H
I
Fastener Locations
: Clip, 3
C : Clip, 5 F:Clip,1G
(White) (Light Blue)
C C
A
D E F, GA
NOTE:
 When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it with protective tape to prevent damage.
 Take care not to scratch the front bumper or the body.
1. Remove the front fender trim from both sides (see page 20-162).
2. Remove the clips (A, B) by carefully pulling the rear of the front grille cover (C) up, then remove the
cover by releasing the front edge of the cover from
the front grille (D). Take care not to scratch the
body.
NOTE: To release the clips, pry up on the center pin
at the notch (E).
3. Install the cover in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
 If the clips are damaged or stress-whitened, replace them with new ones.
 Push the clip portions into place securely. NOTE: Take care not to scratch the body.
1. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II), then turn on the wiper switch. When the wiper arms reach about
90 °, quickly turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).
2. Remove the center cowl cover (A). –1 Remove the hood rear seal (B) by pu lling it out.
–2 Remove the clips (C).
–3 Release three front hooks (D) from the edge of the under-cowl panel (E).
–4 Detach the clips (F, G) by carefully pulling the cover upward, then remove the cover by
releasing the hooks (H). Take care not to
scratch the body.
3. Disconnect the windshield washer tube (I). (cont’d)
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