Second Row Seat Armrest Panel Replacement

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Special Tools Required

KTC Trim Tool Set SOJATP2014*

* Available through the Acura Tool and Equipment Program, 888-424-6857

NOTE:

Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when removing components.
Take care not to tear the seams or damage the seat covers.

Remove the armrest (see SECOND ROW SEAT ARMREST REPLACEMENT ).
Remove the center head restraint.
Pinch the tabs on the head restraint guides (A), and remove them from the seat-back.

Fig 1: Removing Seat-Back Head Restraint Guides
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Remove the screws, gently pull out the rear armrest cover (A) to release the hooks (B) of the armrest panel (C), then remove the cover.

Fig 2: Identifying Rear Armrest Cover, Hooks And Armrest Panel
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Pull back the ISO-FIX trim (A).

Fig 3: Pulling Back ISO-FIX Trim
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Remove the armrest panel (A).
1. Remove the screws.
2. Gently pull out the armrest panel to detach the clip and to release the hooks (B).
  
  Fig 4: Identifying Armrest Panel, Hooks And Screws
  Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Install the armrest panel in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- If the clip is damaged or stress-whitened, replace it with a new one.
- Push the clip and the hooks on the panel into place securely.