Honda Accord: Hood Seal and Hood Molding
Replacement - Hood - Body - Honda Accord MK8 2008-2012 Service ManualHonda Accord: Hood Seal and Hood Molding Replacement

NOTE: Take care not to scratch the hood.

1. Detach the clips (A) with a clip remover, then remove the hood seal (B). On Canada models: Detach the clips (C), then remove the hood molding (D).

2-door - Except Canada models

2-door - Canada models


2-door - Canada models

4-door - Except Canada models


4-door - Except Canada models

4-door - Canada models


4-door - Canada models

2. Install the seal or the molding in the reverse order of


2. Install the seal or the molding 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 clips into place securely.

    Hood Adjustment
    1. Remove these Items: - Front grille cover: - 2-door (see page 20-274) - 4-door (see page 20-274) - Cowl covers (see page 20-278) - Hood latch cover, 4-door (see step 2 on page 20-302) 2. Sligh ...

    Hood insulator Replacement
    For Some Models NOTE; Take care not to scratch the hood. 1. Detach the clips with a clip remover. Remove the hood insulator (A) by pulling it away from the hooks  (B). 2. Install the ins ...

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    Door Key Cylinder Switch Test
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