Center Upper Panel Removal/ Installation

Special Tools Required

KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014 *

* Available through the American Honda Tool and Equipment Program; call 888-424-6857

NOTE:

Take care not to scratch the dashboard and its related parts.
Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when removing components.

Hold the middle of the center upper panel (A), and pull the panel towards the rear of the vehicle to detach all of the clips from the dashboard, to release the hooks (B) and pins (C) from the dashboard, and to release the hooks (D) from the center panel (E) and/or the display unit (F) (with navigation system).
Without navigation system

Fig 1: Identifying Center Upper Panel, Hooks, Pins And Center Panel - Without Navigation System
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With navigation system

Fig 2: Identifying Center Upper Panel, Hooks, Pins And Center Panel - With Navigation System
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Disconnect the center speaker connector (G), then remove the center upper panel.
Install the cover in the reverse order removal, and note these items:
- Make sure the center speaker connector is plugged in properly.
- If the clips are damaged or stress-whitened, replace them with new ones.
- Push the clips and hooks into place securely.