Dashboard Removal/Installation

Dashboard Removal/Installation

Special Tools Required
KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014*
* Available through the American Honda Tool and Equipment Program; call 888-424-6857

SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations for the appropriate model:
- '00-05 models
- '06-07 models

Also review the precautions and procedures before performing repairs or service.

NOTE:
- Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when prying components.
- Have an assistant help you when you remove and install the dashboard.
- Take care not to scratch the dashboard, body and other related parts.
- Put on gloves to protect your hands.

1. Make sure you have the anti-theft code for the radio, and then write down the audio presets.
2. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery, and wait at least 3 minutes before beginning work.
3. Remove these items:
- Radio panel
- Audio unit
- Steering column
- '06-07 models: Driver's dashboard lower cover
- Passenger's dashboard lower cover
- Front console cover, both sides
- Passenger's airbag assembly
- Kick panel, both sides
- A-pillar trim, both sides




4. Disconnect the engine wire harness connector (A), engine compartment wire harness connectors (B), door wire harness connectors (C), rear wire harness connector (D), steering hanger beam wire harness connectors (E), SRS main harness connector (F), front impact sensor harness connector (G), radio antenna harness connector (H), ECM connector (I), keyless entry control unit connector (J), and convertible top control unit connector (K).
5. Remove the ground bolts (L).
6. Detach all of the harness and connector clips.




7. Open the doors, remove the caps (A), then remove the bolts (B, C, D) and screws (E), and lift up on the dashboard (F) to release it from the guide pins (G). Take care not to scratch the center console and shift knob.
8. Carefully remove the dashboard through the front door opening.
9. Install the dashboard in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- Make sure the dashboard fits onto the guide pins correctly.
- Before tightening the bolts, make sure the dashboard wire harness and steering hanger beam wire harness are not pinched.
- Make sure the connectors are plugged in properly.
- Reconnect the negative cable to the battery.
- Enter the anti-theft code for the radio, then enter the audio presets.
- Reset the clock.
- '02-05 models: Do the ECM idle learn procedure.