With Power Tailgate

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Honda Odyssey and 2005 Honda Odyssey. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the rear license molding (see step 3 in REAR LICENSE TRIM REPLACEMENT ).
Disconnect the tailgate handle connector (A), and remove the nuts.

Fig 1: Disconnecting Tailgate Handle Connector
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
From outside of the tailgate, pull out the tailgate handle (B), then remove it.
Install the handle in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- Make sure the tailgate handle connector is plugged in properly.
- Make sure the tailgate opens properly.