Center Console Removal/Installation

Special Tools Required

KTC Trim Tool Set SOJATP2014*

* Available through the Honda Tool and Equipment Program, 888-424-6857

SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations (see COMPONENT LOCATION INDEX ) and the precautions and procedures (see 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 related parts.
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: Removing Center Panel And Center Console Rear Trim
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Remove the coin holder case (A) and the console mat (B) from the center console (C).

Fig 2: Removing Coin Holder Case And Console Mat From Center Console
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
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
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Disconnect the auxiliary jack connector (see USB ADAPTER HOLDER/AUXILIARY JACK ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT ).
Remove the bolts and detach the harness clip (A), then disconnect the rear console light bulb socket (B) and the console sub harness connector (C).

Fig 4: Harness Clip, Rear Console Light Bulb Socket And Console Sub Harness Connector With Torque Specifications
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Carefully slide the center console (A) backward and lift it up, then remove it.

Fig 5: Removing 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.