Overhaul
Dashboard/Steering Hanger Beam Disassembly/ReassemblySpecial Tools Required
KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014 *
* Available through the American Honda Tool and Equipment Program
NOTE:
- Put on gloves to protect your hands.
- Take care not to scratch the dashboard and related parts.
- Take care not to bend the brackets.
- Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when prying components.
1. Remove the dashboard/steering hanger beam.
2. Remove these items from the dashboard:
- Instrument panel
- Gauge control module
- Navigation display
- Audio unit, without navigation system
- GPS antenna
- Passenger's airbag
- Sunlight sensor
3. From the back of the dashboard, detach the harness clips (A), and disconnect the glove box light connector (B).
4. From the back of the dashboard, disconnect the AUX jack connector (A) and in-bed trunk lid main switch connector (B).
5. From the back of the dashboard, detach the tweeter harness clip (A).
6. From the back of the dashboard, remove the screws.
7. Slide the defogger duct (A), and remove the passenger's A/C duct (B).
8. Remove the defogger duct (A) and driver's A/C duct (B), then detach the sunlight sensor connector harness clip (C).
9. Remove the screws (A, B), then separate the dashboard (C) from the steering hanger beam (D).
10. Install the beam in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- Make sure the dashboard wire harness is not pinched.
- Make sure the connectors are plugged in properly.
- If necessary, adjust the shift cable.