Center Console Removal/Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Honda Pilot, 2007 Honda Pilot, and 2006 Honda Pilot. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE:

Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when prying components.
Take care not to scratch the front seat, dashboard, and related parts.

Starting at the top, gently pull the center front covers (A) out to detach the clips (B), then pull the cover out to detach the remaining clips (C), and remove the covers from both sides.

Fig 1: Locating Fasteners
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Remove the center lower cover (A).
- 1 Remove the coin pocket (B).
- 2 Remove the screws (C).
- 3 Pull the cover out to detach the clips (D).
- 4 Disconnect the accessory power socket connector (E) and console light connector (F).
  
  Fig 2: Removing Center Lower Cover
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For some models: Remove the center lower cover (A) with the seat heater switches.
- 1 Remove the screws (B).
- 2 Pull the cover out to detach the clips (C).
- 3 Disconnect the accessory power socket connector (D), seat heater switch connectors (E), and console light connector (F).
  
  Fig 3: Removing Center Lower Cover (A) With Seat Heater Switches
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Detach the clips and release the hooks (A), then remove the driver's console side trim (B) and passenger's console side trim (C).

Fig 4: Removing Driver's Console Side Trim And Passenger's Console Side Trim
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Starting at the top, gently pull out the console rear trim (A) to detach the clips (B), then pull out the trim to detach the remaining clips (C), and disconnect the rear heater-A/C passenger's control panel-unit connectors (D) and accessory power socket connector (E). If equipped with rear entertainment system, disconnect the rear entertainment system jack connector (F).

Fig 5: Pulling Out Trim
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Remove the center console (A).
- 1 From both sides, remove the bolts (B) and screws (C).
- 2 Detach the harness clip (D).
- 3 Disconnect the accessory power socket connector (E), and detach it.
- 4 Lift the console up, then remove it.
  
  Fig 6: Removing Center Console With Torque Specifications
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Install the center console in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- Check for damaged or stress-whitened clips, and replace them with a new one.
- Make sure all the connectors are plugged in properly.
- Push the clips into place securely.