Second Row Seat Armrest Panel Replacement

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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:

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.
Pull out the head restraint guides (A) while pinching the end of the guides, and remove them.

Fig 1: Identifying Head Restraint Guides
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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
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Pull back the ISO-FIX trim (A).

Fig 3: Identifying ISO-FIX Trim
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Remove the armrest panel (A).
1. Remove the screws (B).
2. Gently pull out the armrest panel to detach the clip (C) and to release the hooks (D).
  
  Fig 4: Identifying Armrest Panel And Screw
  Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Install the armrest panel in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- Replace the clip if it's damaged.
- Push the clip and hooks on the panel into place securely.