Center Upper Dashboard Panel Removal/Installation

Center Upper Dashboard Panel Removal/Installation

Special Tools Required

- KTC Trim Tool Set SOJATP2014
*Available through the Honda Tool and Equipment Program; 888-424-6857

NOTE:

- Put on gloves to protect your hands.
- Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when removing components.
- Take care not to scratch the dashboard or the related parts.
- When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it with protective tape to prevent damage.

1. Remove the center upper dashboard panel (A).

1. Apply protective tapes (B) on the dashboard panel next to the center upper dashboard panel. Pry up the middle edge of the panel with a flat-tip screwdriver (C).

2. While carefully lifting the panel with a flat-tip screwdriver, insert the appropriate trim tool (D) into the gap between the dashboard and the panel. Gently pry up the panel partially with the appropriate trim tool to release the hooks (E), and detach the clips (F), then pull up the panel to detach the clips (G).





2. Install the panel 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.