AcuraDave09

I recently purchased a used 2014 Acura RDX. The left front door, center pillar (The window trim that is behind the front driver side window) was scratched. Does anyone know what material it is made of or any way to remove the scratches without having to buy a replacement one?

alexderaven

Genuine Acura OEM Automotive Parts Catalog - Bernardi Parts <-link
Center pillar garnish, 20 bucks.

chickdr

I assume he is talking about the black vinyl on the B pillar just behind the drivers side window. Couldn't find it on the link you provided but it is here(part #5): http://www.acuraautomotiveparts.org/...t/molding-scat

It is actually cheaper- around $10.... Nice to know.

Comfy

The OP seems to have a butt load of problems with his recently acquired 14 RDX. Anyway I'm glad he's addicted to Acurazine now. .

AcuraDave09

yeah lol, I just bought it used and I have many questions and I figured this would be the best place to ask them

AcuraDave09

Yeah, but I'm not sure how to replace it myself. The labor might be well over $10. :/

chickdr

I would suspect it is pretty easy. If you destroy the old piece taking it off - no problem. Worth a shot for $10....

alexderaven

Is the trim inside or outside the vehicle on the B pillar?
If inside you may break a clip or two but that's not a problem if you're replacing the piece. If its the outside piece I'd be concerned if they used some sort of adhesive in addition to the clips. But I'm sure that could be remedied with a 3M product from the auto store.

AcuraDave09

The scratches are outside the vehicle. So replacing it may be a pain. I'm pretty sure it's just plastic, but I'm not entirely sure. Are there any specific products that you would recommend?