Driver's Panel Removal/Installation

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Special Tools Required

KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014 *

* Available through the American Honda Tool and Equipment Program

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.

Remove the instrument panel (see INSTRUMENT PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
On the driver's side of the dashboard, remove the dashboard side lid (A).
- - Remove the front door opening trim (B), as necessary.
- - Gently pull out along the rear edge to release the clips and hooks (C).
- - Gently pull out on the lid to release the top and bottom clips and the hooks (D), then remove the lid.
  
  Fig 1: Removing Dashboard Side Lid (Driver's Side)
  Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Remove the driver's panel (A).
- - Gently pull out the inside edge of the panel to detach the clips (B).
- - On the outside edge of the dashboard, release the hooks (C) from the dashboard.
- - Gently pull out the outside edge of the panel to detach the clips (D).
  
  Fig 2: Removing Driver's Panel
  Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Install the panel in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- Check for damaged or stress-whitened clips, and replace them with a new one.
- Push the clips and hooks into place securely.