Center Console Removal / Installation

Center Console Removal/Installation

Special Tools Required

- KTC Trim Tool Set SOJATP2014
*Available through the Acura Tool and Equipment Program; call 888-424-6857

SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations Locations and the precautions and procedures Service and Repair before doing repairs or service.

NOTE:

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

1. Remove the front seat belt lower anchor from the seat, and remove the seat mounting bolts Front Seat Removal / Installation.

2. Do the battery terminal disconnection procedure, then wait at least 3 minutes before beginning work.

3. Remove these items:

- Front seats, both sides Front Seat Removal / Installation
- Center console panel Center Console Panel Removal / Installation
- Center console rear trim Center Console Rear Trim Removal / Installation
- Passenger's Dashboard Undercover Passenger's Dashboard Undercover Removal / Installation

4. Remove the screws securing the center console (A).






5. Remove the driver's center console trim (A).

1. Start at the rear area, detach the clips by pulling the trim.

2. Pull up the console to release the guide pin (B).

3. With seat ventilation: Disconnect the seat ventilation control unit connector (C).





6. Remove the passenger's center console trim (A).

1. Start at the rear area, detach the clips by pulling the trim.

2. With navigation: Disconnect the HandsFreeLink control unit connector (B).





7. From driver's side, disconnect the console subharness connector (A).






8. Without navigation: From passenger's side, disconnect the USB adapter connector (A) and the USB main harness connector (B). Detach the harness clips (C).






9. With navigation: From passenger's side, disconnect the USB adapter connector (A).






10. Remove the bolts securing the center console (A).






11. Detach the clips by pulling out the center console (A) from both sides, then pull up the console to remove it.





12. 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.
- Make sure each connector is plugged in properly.
- Push the clips into place securely.
- Do the battery terminal reconnection procedure.