Acura TSX / Honda Accord CL. Manual - part 44

Fig. 48: Removing The Hood Release Handle 

3. Disconnect the hood opener cable (B) from the hood release handle. Take care not to bend the cable.  

4. Install the hood release handle in the reverse order of removal, and note there items: 

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Make sure the hood opener cable is connected properly.  

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Make sure the hood opens properly.  

TRUNK LID OPENER/FUEL FILL DOOR OPENER REPLACEMENT 

 

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1. Using a flat-tip screwdriver wrapped with protective tape, detach the hooks (A) by prying the front side 

cap (B), then remove it from the front door sill trim (C), and if equipped, remove the opener lock cylinder 
(D). 

 

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2004 ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT Exterior Trim - TSX

  

 

Fig. 49: Removing Front Side Cap From The Front Door Sill Trim

 

2004 Acura TSX 

2004 ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT Exterior Trim - TSX

  

 

2. Remove the bolt (E).  

3. Remove the front door sill trim (see TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - DOOR AREA ).  

4. Remove the screw, then remove the trunk lid opener/fuel fill door opener (A) from the front door sill trim 

(B). 

 

2004 Acura TSX 

2004 ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT Exterior Trim - TSX