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 on the column cover surface with any tools.

Adjust the steering column to the full tilt down position, and to the full telescopic out position.
Release the column blind cover (A) from the column covers.
- 1. Carefully pry up the edge of the column blind cover with the appropriate trim tool 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
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Turn the steering wheel to the left, and release the left tab (A) of the upper column cover (B) while pushing on the lower column cover (C) from the front.
NOTE: Carefully release the tabs, and do not pull up too hard on the upper column cover, or the hooks (D) may break.

Fig 2: Releasing 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 to release both side hooks (B) of the cover.

Fig 3: Identifying Upper Column Cover And Side Hooks
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Remove the screws (A, B), then remove the lower column cover (C).

Fig 4: Identifying Lower Column Cover And Screws
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Install the upper and lower column covers in the reverse order of removal, and push the hooks into place securely.