Column Cover Removal/Installation

Special Tools Required

KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014 *

* Available through the Acura Tool and Equipment Program, call 888-424-6857

NOTE:

Put on gloves to protect your hands
Take care not to scratch or damage the column covers
Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when removing components
Do not pry the column cover surface with any tools

Adjust the steering column to full tilt down position and to the full telescopic pull position
Release the column blind cover (A) from the column covers
1. Using the appropriate trim tool, carefully pry the edge of the column blind cover up to release the pin (B) from the lower column cover(C)
2. Detach the clips fastening the column blind cover from the upper column cover (D) by hand
3. Pull the other pin (E) off the lower column cover
  
  Fig 1: Releasing Pin From Lower Column Cover
  Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Turn the steering wheel to the left, and release the left tab (A) of the upper column cover (B) while pushing the lower column cover (C) from the front
NOTE: Carefully release the tabs, and note the hooks (D) may break if the upper column cover is pulled up too hard

Fig 2: Identifying Left Tab Of Upper Column Cover
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Turn the steering wheel to the right, and release the right tab of the upper column cover the same as step 3.
Remove the upper column cover (A) by lightly pulling it up while releasing both side hooks (B) of the cover

Fig 3: Upper Column Cover And Side Hooks
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Remove the three screws (A, B), then remove the lower column cover (C)

Fig 4: Identifying Lower Column Cover With Screws
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Install the upper and lower column covers in the reverse order of removal, and push the hooks into place securely