Dashboard Side Cover Removal/Installation

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Special Tools Required

KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014

NOTE:

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.

From outside of the front door, remove the dashboard side cover (A).
- -1 Gently pull out along the rear edge to release the clips and the hooks (B).
- -2 Gently pull out on the side cover to release the top and bottom clips and the hooks (C), then remove the side cover.
  
  Fig 1: Removing Dashboard Side Cover
  Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Install in the reverse order of removal, and push the clips into place securely.