Driver's Dashboard Lower Cover Removal/Installation

Special Tools Required

KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014 *

* Available through the Acura 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

Loosen the tilt/telescopic lock lever, and adjust the steering column upward Leave the lock lever loosened
Remove the driver's dashboard lower cover (A)
1. Open the driver's pocket (B), and remove the screw (C)
2. Pull out the bottom of the cover to detach the clips (D).
3. Pull out along the edge of the cover to detach the clips (E, F)
  
  Fig 1: Identifying Driver's Dashboard Lower Cover, Driver's Pocket, Screw, Clips And VSA OFF Switch Connector
  Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Disconnect the VSA OFF switch connector (G)
If necessary, push out the switch trim (A) to detach the clips and to release the tabs (B), then remove the trim from the driver's dashboard lower cover (C)

Fig 2: Identifying Switch Trim, Tabs And Driver's Dashboard Lower Cover
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Install the cover in the reverse order of removal, and note these items
- Make sure the VSA OFF switch connector is plugged in properly
- If the clips are damaged or stress-whitened, replace them with new ones
- Push the clips into place securely