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Dashboard Center Vent Removal/Installation




Dashboard Center Vent Removal/Installation

Special Tools Required

- KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014*
*Available through the Acura Tool and Equipment Program

NOTE:
- Take care not to scratch the dashboard or the related parts.

- Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when removing components.

- The left dashboard center vent is shown; the right dashboard center vent is similar.

1. Remove these items:
- Audio unit:
- With premium audio system Audio Unit Removal/Installation (With Premium Audio System)

- With ELS audio system Audio Unit Removal/Installation (With ELS Audio System)

- Audio/navigation switch panel, with ELS audio system Audio-Navigation Switch Panel Removal/Installation

2. Remove the screws, then remove the dashboard center vent (A) from the center panel (B) while releasing upper tabs (C) with the appropriate trim tool.

3. Install the vent in the reverse order of removal.