Front Defogger Vent Trim Removal/ Installation

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Special Tools Required

KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014 *

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

NOTE:

Take care not to scratch the dashboard and its related parts.
Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when removing components.

Remove the sunlight sensor (see SUNLIGHT SENSOR TEST ).
Insert the trim tool into a gap between the front defogger vent trim (A) and the dashboard (B), and release all of the hooks (C).

Fig 1: Identifying Front Defogger Vent Trim, Dashboard And Hooks
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Install the front defogger vent trim in the reverse order of removal, and push the hooks into place securely.