Center Console Box Replacement

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Special Tools Required

KTC trim tool set SOJATP20T4

* Available through the American Honda Tool and Equipment Program; call 888-424-6857

NOTE:

Take care not to scratch the center console.
Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when removing components.

Remove the center console (see CENTER CONSOLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
Remove the beverage holder and passenger's console panel as an assembly (see CENTER CONSOLE BEVERAGE HOLDER REPLACEMENT ).
Remove the screw (A), and detach the clips (B, C) by pulling the driver's console panel (D) back, then remove if from the console frame (E).

Fig 1: Identifying Screw, Clips, Driver's Console Panel And Console Frame
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Remove the HandsFreeLink control unit (see CONTROL UNIT INPUT TEST/REPLACEMENT ).
Remove the screws, disconnect the auxiliary jack connector (without rear entertainment system) or the AC power outlet connector (with rear entertainment System) (A), then remove the center console box (B) from the console frame (C).

Fig 2: Identifying AC Power Outlet Connector, Center Console Box And Console Frame
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Install the box in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- Make sure the auxiliary jack connector or the AC power outlet connector is plugged in properly.
- If the clips are damaged or stress-whitened, replace them with new ones.
- Push the clips into place securely.