Driver's Dashboard Lower Cover Removal/Installation

Special Tools Required

KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014 *

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

NOTE:

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

Open the front door, and remove the driver's dashboard side cover (A).
1. -1 Pull out the front door opening trim (B), as needed.
2. -2 Pry up on the lower edge of the dashboard side cover at the notch (C) to release the clip (D).
3. -3 Gently pull out along the edge to release the clips (E).
Fig 1: Identifying Driver's Vent And Instrument Panel
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Remove the driver's dashboard lower cover (A).
1. -1 Remove the screw from the driver's dashboard lower cover.
2. -2 Pull out the bottom of the driver's dashboard lower cover to release the clips and hooks (B).
3. -3 Disconnect the VSA OFF switch connector (C), the front fog light switch connector (D) if equipped, the in-car temperature sensor connector (E), and the air hose (F).
Fig 2: Identifying Notch And Clip
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Install the cover in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:

Make sure all connectors are plugged in properly, and the air hose is connected properly.
If the clips are damaged or stress-whitened, replace them with new ones.
Push the clips and hooks into place securely.