Service Bulletin

16-021

March 24, 2016

03374 Version 2

Product Update: Roof Molding
Supersedes 16-021, dated March 5, 2016 to revise the information highlighted in yellow
AFFECTED VEHICLES
Year
Model
2016
Pilot

Trim
LX, EX, EX-L

VIN Range
Check the iN VIN status for eligibility

REVISION SUMMARY
Information was added under CORRECTIVE ACTION and REPAIR PROCEDURE if the vehicle has accessory roof rails
installed.
BACKGROUND
Certain units have roof molding retaining clips that are spread too far apart. In high crosswinds, there is a possibility that
the molding may detach.
CUSTOMER NOTIFICATION
Owners of affected vehicles will receive a notification of this campaign.
Do an iN VIN status inquiry to make sure the vehicle is shown as eligible.
Some vehicles affected by this campaign may be in your new or used vehicle inventory. Repair these vehicles before
they are sold.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Replace the existing roof molding clips and add additional clips.
If the vehicle is equipped with accessory roof rails, fill out and return a Campaign Status Change Request form to
remove the vehicle from this product update. You can find a PDF copy on the iN; select Service > Campaigns >
Resources > Job Aids.
PARTS INFORMATION
Part Name

Part Number

Quantity

Roof Molding Kit

74306-TG7-315

1

WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
Operation
Number

Description

Flat Rate
Time

Defect
Code

Symptom
Code

Template
ID

Failed Part Number

8141R7

Replace the roof
molding clips and
add new ones.

0.5 hr

6RM00

JY500

16-021A

91501-TG7-A01

CUSTOMER INFORMATION: The information in this bulletin is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools,
equipment, and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These procedures should not be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you
should not assume this bulletin applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To determine whether this information
applies, contact an authorized Honda automobile dealer.

© 2016 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. – All Rights Reserved

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REPAIR PROCEDURE
NOTE: If the vehicle has accessory roof rails installed, the vehicle is OK. Do not replace the clips and submit a
Campaign Status Change Request form.
1. Remove the driver’s side roof molding.
•

Starting at the back of the vehicle, place your hand over the rear tailgate hinge cover and gently lift in the area
shown until the roof molding tongue is free from the rear tailgate hinge cover.

•
•
•

Slide the rear of the molding out of the tailgate hinge cover.
Moving towards the front, gently pull up on the molding to detach the two clips.
Leave the molding attached to the front cap and place the molding towards the middle part of the roof to give
yourself room to work.
NOTE: Be careful to not damage the molding or the vehicle’s paint. Use a shop towel or similar item to protect the
roof from being scratched.

2. Remove the original clips from the roof.

3. Install the two M6 clips (natural color) in the same location as the the original clips (the single 6 mm studs).
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4. Install the front M8 roof clip (yellow color) on the first stud of the double 8 mm stud as shown, then install the
second M8 roof clip on the second double 8 mm stud.
NOTE: Make sure the clips are installed facing the correct direction.

5. Reinstall the roof molding.
• Set the roof molding tongue in the rear tailgate hinge cover.
• Press the molding firmly at each clip location to make sure the clips are fully set.
• Make sure the molding is firmly pressed into the front cap. There should be no gap.
NOTE: A gap between the molding and the tailgate hinge cover is normal; it is needed for heat expansion.
6. Repeat steps 1 thru 5 for the other side.
END

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