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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    Oil Pressure Switch Test
    1 Disconnect the oil pressure switch connector (A) from the oil pressure switch (B). 2. Check for continuity between the oil pressure switch terminal and the engine (ground). There should be con ...

    Mirror Holder Replacement
    NOTE: - Put on gloves to protect your hands. - When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it with protective tape to prevent damage. 1. Carefully push on the top edge of the mirror holder ( ...

    Oil Pressure Test
    NOTE: If the low oil pressure warning indicator stays on with the engine running, check the engine oil level. If the oil level is correct, do the following test. 1. With the engine stopped, remov ...