Honda Element. Manual - part 508

Fig. 11: Identifying Windshield Side Trim And Hooks 
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2. Pull the top edge of the trim (A) up, and hold it, then slide the trim rearward along the A-pillar to release 

the clips (B) in the trim from the retainers (C) on the body. The retainers will stay in the body. Take care 
not to scratch the other trim and body. 

Fig. 12: Identifying Top Edge Of Trim 
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3. Replace the any damaged clips (A) on the trim (B) and the retainers (C) on the body. 

 

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2007-08 ACCESSORIES AND EQUIPMENT Exterior Trim - Element

  

Fig. 13: Identifying Clips, Trim And Retainers 
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4. Hold the trim up, and insert the bottom edge of the trim into the hood hinge cover (A). Align the top edge 

of the trim with the front edge of the roof side front trim (B), and fit the clips (C) into the retainers (D), 
then push on the trim until the hooks (E) and clips snap into place. 

Fig. 14: Identifying Hood Hinge Cover, Roof Side Front Trim, Clips And Retainers 
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2007 Honda Element EX 

2007-08 ACCESSORIES AND EQUIPMENT Exterior Trim - Element

  

ROOF SIDE TRIM REPLACEMENT

Special Tools Required  

KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014 * 

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

FRONT TRIM 

1. Remove these items: 

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See WINDSHIELD SIDE TRIM REPLACEMENT  

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Roof side center trim  

2. Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set, pry up on the front edge (A) of the roof side front 

trim to detach the hooks (B). 

Fig. 15: Identifying Front Edge Of Hooks 
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3. From the front trim lid opening, use a clip remover to detach the clip. 

NOTE:

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Put on gloves to protect your hands.  

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

 

2007 Honda Element EX 

2007-08 ACCESSORIES AND EQUIPMENT Exterior Trim - Element

  

Fig. 16: Identifying Front Trim Lid And Clip 
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4. Pull the front edge of the roof side front trim (A) up to detach the clips. 

Fig. 17: Pulling Front Edge Of Roof Side Front Trim And Clips 
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5. Slide the trim (A) forward to release it from the clips, then remove the trim. The clips will stay in the 

body. Take care not to scratch the body. 

 

2007 Honda Element EX 

2007-08 ACCESSORIES AND EQUIPMENT Exterior Trim - Element