Driver's Outer Dashboard Trim Removal/Installation

Special Tools Required

KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014 *

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

NOTE:

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

Open the front door, and remove the driver's dashboard side cover (A).
1. Pull out the front door opening seal (B), as needed.
2. Gently pull out the front edge of the side cover, and pry the rear edge with a trim tool to release the hooks (C), then remove the side cover.
  
  Fig 1: Identifying Driver's Dashboard Side Cover, Front Door Opening Seal And Hooks
  Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Gently pull out the driver's outer dashboard trim (A) to detach the clips.

Fig 2: Identifying Driver's Outer Dashboard Trim, Power Mirror Switch Connector And VSA Off Switch Connector
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Disconnect the power mirror switch connector (B), VSA OFF switch connector (C), and if equipped, headlight washer switch connector (D), then remove the panel.
Install the trim in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- Make sure each 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.