Instrument Panel Removal/Installation

Special Tools Required

KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014 *

* Available through the American Honda Tool and Equipment Program; call 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 prying components.
Take care not to scratch the dashboard, and related parts.

Remove these items:
- Right driver's dashboard panel (see PASSENGER'S DASHBOARD TRIM PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION )
- Left driver's dashboard panel (see DASHBOARD SIDE TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION )
Release the tilt/telescopic lock lever, and adjust the steering wheel to full tilt down position and to the full telescopic out position.
Remove the screws (A).

Fig 1: Identifying Screws
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Gently pull out the instrument panel (B) to release the clips (C), then remove the panel.
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 into place securely.