Middle Panel Removal/Installation

Special Tools Required

KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014

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 these items:
- Instrument panel (see INSTRUMENT PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION )
- Center panel (see DRIVER'S SWITCH PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION )
On the passenger's side of the dashboard, remove the dashboard side lid (A).
- -1 Remove the front door opening trim (B), as necessary.
- -2 Gently pull out along the rear edge to release the clips and hooks (C).
- -3 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 (Passenger Side)
  Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Remove the screws securing the middle panel (A).

Fig 2: Removing Screws Securing Middle Panel
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Remove the middle panel (A).
- -1 On the outside edge of the dashboard, release the hooks (B) from the dashboard.
- -2 On the passenger's side, gently pull out along the top and bottom edges of the panel to detach the clips.
- -3 On the driver's side, gently pull out on the panel to release the clips.
  
  Fig 3: Removing Middle Panel (A)
  Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Install the panel in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- Replace any damaged clips.
- Push the clips and hooks into place securely.