USA models: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Honda CR-Z. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
The imoes unit is built into the MICU which is part of the under-dash fuse/relay box. You must register the imoes unit when replacing the under-dash fuse/relay box, or the engine will not start.
- Do the 12 volt battery terminal disconnection procedure (see 12 VOLT BATTERY TERMINAL DISCONNECTION AND RECONNECTION ).
- Remove the fuse lid panel (see FUSE LID PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ), and remove the driver's dashboard lower cover (see FUSE LID PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
- Disconnect the connectors from the front side of the under-dash fuse/relay box (A).
- Release the lock on the under-dash relay holder B (B), then slide it forward to release it from the under-dash fuse/relay box.
- Remove the mounting bolts (C) and the terminal (D).
- Release the lock (E), and pull the fuse/relay box away from the body.
- Disconnect the connectors from the back side of the under-dash fuse/relay box, then remove the under-dash fuse/relay box.
- Carefully remove the relays.NOTE: Do not use pliers. Pliers will damage the relays, which could cause the engine to stall or not start.