Passenger's Dashboard Trim 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 or the panels.
Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when removing components.

Remove the passenger's dashboard side panel (A).
1. Open the front door.
2. Gently pry the bottom edge of the panel with the appropriate trim tool to detach the clips and to release the hooks (B).
  
  Fig 1: Identifying Passenger's Dashboard Panel And Hooks
  Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Remove the dashboard center trim, passenger's side (see DASHBOARD CENTER TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
Remove the passenger's dashboard trim (A).
1. Pry up the edge of the trim at the passenger's dashboard side panel opening.
2. Detach the clips along the trim.
  
  Fig 2: Identifying Passenger's Dashboard Trim
  Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Install the trim in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- If the clips are damaged or stress-whitened, replace them with new ones.
- Push the clips and the hooks into place securely.