Sunvisor Removal/Installation

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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:

Take care not to scratch the headliner.
Be careful not to damage the dashboard and other interior trim.
Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when removing components.
When using a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it with protective tape to prevent damage.

Using a trim tool, release the tabs (A) of the sunvisor cap (B) from the bracket (C).

Fig 1: Identifying Tabs, Sunvisor Cap And Bracket
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Remove the sunvisor (A).
1. Remove the screws.
2. Remove the sunvisor from the body and holder (B).
3. Disconnect the vanity mirror light connector (C).
  
  Fig 2: Sunvisor, Holder And Vanity Mirror Light Connector With Torque Specification
  Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Using a flat-tip screwdriver, push the hook (A), and turn the holder (B) 90°, then pull it out.

Fig 3: Identifying Hook And Holder
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If the side curtain airbag has deployed (see COMPONENT REPLACEMENT/INSPECTION AFTER DEPLOYMENT ), replace the sunvisor with a new one.
If the side curtain airbag has not deployed, to prevent the side curtain airbags from deploying improperly and possibly causing injury, inspect removed sunvisor and replace it if it has any cracks or damage:
- Any cracks in the sunvisor stay base (A)
- Any bends or cracks in the sunvisor stay shaft (B)
- Any cracks in the sunvisor base (C)
- Any cracks in the vanity mirror base (D)
  
  Fig 4: Identifying Vanity Mirror Base, Sunvisor Base, Sunvisor Stay Base And Sunvisor Stay Shaft
  Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Install the sunvisor in the reverse order of removal, and make sure the vanity mirror light connector is plugged in properly.