Special Tools Required

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Honda Pilot, 2010 Honda Pilot, and 2009 Honda Pilot. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

KTC Trim Tool Set SOJATP2014*

*Available through the Honda Tool and Equipment

Program; call 888-424-6857

SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS COMPONENT LOCATION INDEX and PRECAUTIONS AND PROCEDURES before doing repairs or service.

NOTE:

Put on gloves to protect your hands.
Take care not to scratch the front seats, the dashboard, or the console.
Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when removing components.

Remove these items:
- Center panel (see DASHBOARD CENTER PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION )
- Console rear trim (see CENTER CONSOLE REAR TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION )
Gently pull out the center console trim (A) to detach the clips (B, C) and release the holders (D) from the pins (E), then remove the trim.

Fig 1: Identifying Center Console Trim & Clips
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Remove the coin holder case (A) and the console mat (B) from the center console (C).

Fig 2: Identifying Coin Holder Case & Console Mat From Center Console
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Remove the screws (A, B) and disconnect the front console light connector (C), then detach the harness clip (D).

Fig 3: Identifying Front Console Light Connector & Harness Clip
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Disconnect the audio auxiliary jack 5P connector (see XM ANTENNA REPLACEMENT ).
Remove the bolts and detach the harness clip (A), then disconnect the rear console light bulb socket (B) and console sub harness connector (C).

Fig 4: Rear Console Light Bulb Socket & Console Sub Harness Connector With Torque Specifications
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Carefully slide the center console (A) backward and lift it up, then remove it.

Fig 5: Identifying Center Console
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Install the console 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.
- Make sure the connectors are plugged in properly.
- Before tightening the bolts, make sure the wire harnesses are not pinched.