Dashboard Acura MDX II

Special Tools Required

KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014 *

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

Note. Put on gloves to protect your hands. Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when removing components. Take care not to scratch the dashboard and its related parts.

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1. Open the front door, and remove the driver's dashboard side cover (A). Pull out the front door opening seal (B), as needed. Gently pull out the front edge of the side cover, and pry the rear edge with a trim tool to release the hooks (C), then remove the side cover.
2. Gently pull out the driver's outer dashboard trim (A) to detach the clips.
3. Disconnect the power mirror switch connector (B), VSA OFF switch connector (C), and if equipped, headlight washer switch connector (D), then remove the panel.
4. Install the trim in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: Make sure each connector is plugged in properly. If the clips are damaged or stress-whitened, replace them with new ones. Push the clips and hooks into place securely.

Special Tools Required

KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014 *

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

Note. Take care not to scratch the dashboard and its related parts. Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when removing components.

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1. Remove the driver's inner dashboard trim (A). Gently pull out along the edge beside the audio unit by hand to release the lower hooks (B) and the clip (C). Detach the upper clips (D).
2. Install the trim in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: If the clips are damaged or stress-whitened, replace them with new ones. Position the hooks first on installation, then move the clips into place. Push the clips and hooks into place securely.

Instrument Fascia Removal/ Installation

Special Tools Required

KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014 *

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

Note. Take care not to scratch the dashboard and its related parts. Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when removing components.

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1. Tilt the steering column down, and telescope it out.
2. Remove these items. Driver's outer dashboard trim (see «DRIVER'S OUTER DASHBOARD TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/mdx/ii-2006-2010/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#dashboard) ) Driver's inner dashboard trim (see «DRIVER'S INNER DASHBOARD TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/mdx/ii-2006-2010/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#dashboard) )
3. Remove the instrument fascia (A). Gently pull out the bottom to release the clips Disconnect the select/reset switch connector (B).
4. Install the instrument fascia 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 the connector is plugged in properly. Push the clips into place securely.

Special Tools Required

KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014 *

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

Note. Take care not to scratch the dashboard and its related parts. Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when removing components.

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1. Adjust the steering column upward.
2. Remove these items: Driver's outer dashboard trim (see «DRIVER'S OUTER DASHBOARD TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/mdx/ii-2006-2010/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#dashboard) ) Driver's inner dashboard trim (see «DRIVER'S INNER DASHBOARD TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/mdx/ii-2006-2010/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#dashboard) )
3. Remove the driver's dashboard lower cover (A). Remove the screw (B). Pull out the bottom of the driver's dashboard lower cover to release the clips (C). Disconnect the humidity/in-car temperature sensor connector (D) and the air hose (E).
4. Install the cover in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: Make sure the humidity/in-car temperature sensor connector is plugged in properly, and the air hose is connected properly. If the clips are damaged or stress-whitened, replace them with new ones. Push the clips into place securely.

Special Tools Required

KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014 *

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

Note. Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when removing components. Take care not to scratch the dashboard and its related parts.

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1. Remove the driver's dashboard undercover (A). Turn the lock knob (B) 90°. Gently pull down the rear edge to detach the clip. Disconnect the footwell light connector (C) and ambient light connector (D), then detach the harness clip (E). Pull the undercover away to release the pins (F) from the holders (G).
2. Install the undercover in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: Replace the clip if it's damaged. Push the clip into place securely. Make sure that each connector is plugged in properly. Make sure the pins on of the cover are securely seated.

Center Upper Panel Removal/ Installation

Special Tools Required

KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014 *

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

Note. Take care not to scratch the dashboard and its related parts. Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when removing components.

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1. Hold the middle of the center upper panel (A), and pull the panel towards the rear of the vehicle to detach all of the clips from the dashboard, to release the hooks (B) and pins (C) from the dashboard, and to release the hooks (D) from the center panel (E) and/or the display unit (F) (with navigation system). Without navigation system With navigation system
2. Disconnect the center speaker connector (G), then remove the center upper panel.
3. Install the cover in the reverse order removal, and note these items: Make sure the center speaker connector is plugged in properly. If the clips are damaged or stress-whitened, replace them with new ones. Push the clips and hooks into place securely.

Special Tools Required

KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014 *

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

Note. Take care not to scratch the dashboard and its related parts. Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when removing components.

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1. Remove the center upper panel (see «CENTER UPPER PANEL REMOVAL/ INSTALLATION»(/acura/mdx/ii-2006-2010/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#dashboard__center-upper-panel-removal-installation) ).
2. Pull out the dashboard center panel (A) to detach the clips (B, C, D) and to release the hooks (E) (with navigation system), then remove the panel. With navigation system Without navigation system
3. Disconnect the hazard warning switch/passenger's airbag off indicator connector (F), and on the models without navigation system, center information display connector (G). Without navigation system
4. Remove the center information display from the dashboard center panel (see «CENTER INFORMATION DISPLAY INPUT TEST»(/acura/mdx/ii-2006-2010/remont/navigation-system/#electrical-compass) ).
5. If necessary, peel three pieces of adhesive tapes (A, B), then remove the tray mat (C), from the center tray (D). Adhesive tape A: Thickness 0.5 mm (0.02 in.) Width 15 mm (0.59 in.) Length 50 mm (2.0 in.) Adhesive tape B: Thickness 0.5 mm (0.02 in.) Width 15 mm (0.59 in.) Length 220 mm (8.66 in.)
6. If necessary, remove the screws (A) securing the center tray (B), then separate it from the dashboard center panel (C) by detaching the clips (D).
7. Install the panel in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: If the removed tray mat is to be reinstalled, remove all of old adhesive tape from the mat, and clean the back of the mat with isopropyl alcohol where the three pieces of new adhesive tape are to be attached. Attach the tray mat to the center tray with commercially available adhesive tape. Make sure all connectors are plugged in properly. If the clips are damaged or stress-whitened, replace them with new ones. Make sure the tabs located between the bottom clips line up with the slots in the dashboard correctly. Push the clips and hooks into place securely.

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1. Remove the audio unit (see «AUDIO UNIT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/mdx/ii-2006-2010/remont/entertainment-systems/#audio-system__audio-unit-removalinstallation) ).
2. Remove the bolts (A) and screws (B), then remove the radio brackets (C) from both sides of the audio unit (D).
3. Remove the screws, then remove the center pocket (A).
4. Install the center pocket in the reverse order of removal.

Special Tools Required

KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014 *

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

Note. Take care not to scratch the dashboard and its related parts. Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when removing components.

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1. Open the front door, and remove the passenger's dashboard side cover (A). Pull out the front door opening seal (B), as needed. Gently pull out the front edge of the side cover, and pry the rear edge with a trim tool to release the hooks (C), then remove the side cover.
2. Open the glove box.
3. Remove the passenger's dashboard trim (A). Remove the screw (B). Gently pull out the lower edge and the outside edge of the trim by hand to detach all of the clips (C) and hooks (D).
4. Install the trim in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: If the clips are damaged or stress-whitened, replace them with new ones. Position the hooks first on installation, then move the clips into place. Push the clips and hooks into place securely.

Glove Box Lock Cylinder Replacement

Note. Take care not to scratch the glove box.

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1. Remove the glove box (see «GLOVE BOX REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/mdx/ii-2006-2010/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#dashboard__glove-box-removalinstallation) ).
2. Lift the glove box handle (A), and use a hook-shaped tool to pull one end of the retainer (B) out of its slot. NOTE: Do not remove the retainer entirely. Leave one end of the retainer in its original position when removing the lock cylinder.
3. Remove the glove box lock cylinder (A).
4. Reinstall the end of the retainer (A) in its slot, then reinstall the lock cylinder (B). Push the cylinder into place securely until the retainer snaps into place.

Glove Box Removal/Installation

SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations (see COMPONENT LOCATION INDEX ) and the precautions and procedures (see PRECAUTIONS AND PROCEDURES ) before doing repairs or service.

Note. Take care not to scratch the dashboard and its related parts.

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1. Remove the passenger's dashboard undercover (see «PASSENGER'S DASHBOARD UNDERCOVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/mdx/ii-2006-2010/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#dashboard) ).
2. Open the glove box.
3. Remove the cap (A), then disconnect the glove box damper (B) from the pivot (C) on the glove box.
4. Close the glove box.
5. Remove the bolts.
6. While holding the glove box (A), release the glove box stop (B) on each side from the dashboard by pushing them in, then remove the glove box.
7. Remove the bolt, then remove the glove box damper (A).
8. Install the glove box in the reverse order of removal.

Glove Box Striker Replacement

SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations (see COMPONENT LOCATION INDEX ) and the precautions and procedures (see PRECAUTIONS AND PROCEDURES ) before doing repairs or service.

Note. Take care not to scratch the dashboard and its related parts.

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1. Remove the glove box (see «GLOVE BOX REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/mdx/ii-2006-2010/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#dashboard__glove-box-removalinstallation) ).
2. Remove the bolt (A) and screws (B), disconnect the glove box light bulb socket (C), and detach the harness clip (D), then remove the glove box striker (E).
3. Install the striker in the reverse order of removal. Make sure the glove box light bulb socket is connected securely.

Note. Take care not to scratch the dashboard and its related parts.

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1. Remove the Passenger's dashboard undercover (A). Gently pull down the rear edge to detach the clips. Disconnect the footwell light connector (B) and ambient light connector (C). Pull the undercover away to release the pins (D) from the holders.(E).
2. Install the undercover in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: Replace any damaged clips. Push the clips into place securely. Make sure that each connector is plugged in properly. Make sure the pins of the undercover are installed securely to the holders.

Special Tools Required

KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014 *

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

Note. Take care not to scratch the dashboard and its related parts. Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when removing components. The driver's side vent is shown; the passenger's side vent is similar.

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1. Remove these items: A-pillar trim (see «TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - PILLAR AREAS»(/acura/mdx/ii-2006-2010/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim__trim-removalinstallation-pillar-areas) ) Driver's side: Driver's dashboard outer trim (see «DRIVER'S OUTER DASHBOARD TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/mdx/ii-2006-2010/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#dashboard) ) Passenger's side: Passenger's dashboard trim (see «CENTER POCKET REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/mdx/ii-2006-2010/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#dashboard) )
2. Remove the screws (A).
3. Pull out the side vent (B) to release the clips (C), then remove the vent.
4. Install the side vent in the reverse order of removal, and push the clips into place securely.

Side Defogger Vent Trim Removal/ Installation

Special Tools Required

KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014 *

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

Note. Take care not to scratch the dashboard and its related parts. Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when removing components. The driver's side defogger vent trim is shown; the passenger's side defogger vent trim is similar.

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1. Insert the trim tool into a gap between the side defogger vent trim (A) and the dashboard (B), and release the hooks (C).
2. Install the side defogger vent trim in the reverse order of removal, and push the hooks into place securely.

Front Defogger Vent Trim Removal/ Installation

Special Tools Required

KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014 *

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

Note. Take care not to scratch the dashboard and its related parts. Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when removing components.

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1. Remove the sunlight sensor (see «SUNLIGHT SENSOR TEST»(/acura/mdx/ii-2006-2010/remont/automatic-hvac-system/#climate-control-system) ).
2. Insert the trim tool into a gap between the front defogger vent trim (A) and the dashboard (B), and release all of the hooks (C).
3. Install the front defogger vent trim in the reverse order of removal, and push the hooks into place securely.

Column Cover Removal/Installation

Note. Put on gloves to protect your hands. Take care not to scratch the column covers. Do not pry the cover surface with any tools.

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1. Adjust the steering column to full tilt down position and to the full telescopic pull position.
2. Remove the cover (A).
3. Release the tab (A) locating on the right side of the upper column cover (B) with your finger.
4. Release the left tab (C) of the upper column cover while pushing the lower column cover (D) from the right side.
5. With the right side of the upper column cover (A) slightly apart from the lower column cover (B), release the tab (C) located on the left side of the upper column cover with your finger.
6. Remove the cover by lightly pulling it up by releasing the left side tab (D) and the front tabs (E) of the upper column cover. NOTE: Carefully release the tabs, and note the hooks (F) may break when the upper column cover is pulled up too hard.
7. Remove the three screws (A, B) and disconnect the tilt/telescopic switch connector (C), then remove the lower column cover (D).
8. Install the upper and lower column cover in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: Make sure the tilt/telescopic switch connector is plugged in properly. Push the hooks into place securely.

Special Tools Required

KTC trim tool set SOJATP20H *

* 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 (see COMPONENT LOCATION INDEX ) and the precautions and procedures (see PRECAUTIONS AND PROCEDURES ) before doing repairs or service.

Note. Put on gloves to protect your hands. Take care not to scratch the dashboard, body, and other related parts. Take care not to bend the brackets. Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when removing components.

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1. Do the battery terminal disconnection procedure(See «DISCONNECTION»(/acura/mdx/ii-2006-2010/remont/body-electrical/#battery__disconnection) .
2. Remove these items from the dashboard: Driver's outer dashboard trim (see «DRIVER'S OUTER DASHBOARD TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/mdx/ii-2006-2010/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#dashboard) ) Driver's dashboard lower cover (see «DRIVER'S DASHBOARD LOWER COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/mdx/ii-2006-2010/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#dashboard) ) Driver's dashboard undercover (see «DRIVER'S DASHBOARD UNDERCOVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/mdx/ii-2006-2010/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#dashboard) ) Passenger's dashboard undercover (see «PASSENGER'S DASHBOARD UNDERCOVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/mdx/ii-2006-2010/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#dashboard) ) Glove box and damper (see «GLOVE BOX REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/mdx/ii-2006-2010/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#dashboard__glove-box-removalinstallation) ) Glove box striker (see «GLOVE BOX STRIKER REPLACEMENT»(/acura/mdx/ii-2006-2010/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#dashboard__glove-box-striker-replacement) ) Center upper panel (see «CENTER UPPER PANEL REMOVAL/ INSTALLATION»(/acura/mdx/ii-2006-2010/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#dashboard__center-upper-panel-removal-installation) ) Center panel (see «DASHBOARD CENTER PANEL REMOVAL/ INSTALLATION»(/acura/mdx/ii-2006-2010/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#dashboard) ) Center console (see «CENTER CONSOLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/mdx/ii-2006-2010/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#consoles__center-console-removalinstallation) ) A-pillar trim, both sides (see «TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - PILLAR AREAS»(/acura/mdx/ii-2006-2010/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim__trim-removalinstallation-pillar-areas) ) Tweeter, both sides (see «TWEETER»(/acura/mdx/ii-2006-2010/remont/entertainment-systems/#audio-system) ) Instrument fascia (see «DRIVER'S INNER DASHBOARD TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/mdx/ii-2006-2010/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#dashboard) ) Gauge control module (see «GAUGE CONTROL MODULE REPLACEMENT»(/acura/mdx/ii-2006-2010/remont/gauges-instrument-panels/#gauges__gauge-control-module-replacement) ) Sunlight sensor (see «SUNLIGHT SENSOR TEST»(/acura/mdx/ii-2006-2010/remont/automatic-hvac-system/#climate-control-system) ) Display unit, with navigation system (see «DISPLAY UNIT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/mdx/ii-2006-2010/remont/navigation-system/#navigation-system) ) GPS antenna (see «GPS ANTENNA REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/mdx/ii-2006-2010/remont/navigation-system/#navigation-system) )
3. Adjust the steering column to full tilt down position and to the full telescopic pull position.
4. Remove the screws (A, B), then remove the driver's dashboard lower bracket (C) and the dashboard lower bracket (D).
5. Remove the parking brake lever mounting bolts (A, B), then lower the lever.
6. From the front of the dashboard, detach the harness clip (A).
7. Detach the connectors (A) from the dashboard duct in the center upper panel opening. Pull the sunlight sensor connector (B) out through the hole (C) in the dashboard.
8. Disconnect and detach the passenger's airbag connector (A) from the steering hanger beam, and detach the dashboard wire harness clip (B). Remove the passenger's airbag mounting bolts.
9. From the front of the dashboard, remove the screws securing the dashboard (A).
10. Wrap the steering wheel with a shop towel to prevent damage.
11. Lift up on the dashboard (A). With an assistant holding the dashboard up, detach the dashboard wire harness clips (B) from both sides of the dashboard duct.
12. With the help of an assistant, remove the dashboard (A). Lift up on the dashboard to release it from the guide pins (B). Lift up on the dashboard until the driver's outside portion will be higher than the steering column. While carefully moving the driver's outside portion of the dashboard over the steering column, rotate the dashboard toward the front passenger's door opening, and lower the passenger's side. Remove the dashboard through the passenger's door opening. NOTE: Lay the dashboard on its front or back. Do not rest it on the lower console opening or you may damage it.
13. From the front of the dashboard, remove the screws securing the dashboard duct (A).
14. From the back of the dashboard, remove the dashboard duct (A) from the dashboard (B).
15. Install the dashboard in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: Before tightening the bolts, make sure the dashboard wire harness is not pinched. Make sure the dashboard fits onto the guide pins correctly. Replace the passenger's airbag mounting bolts with new ones. Make sure the connectors are plugged in properly. Do the battery terminal reconnection procedure (See «RECONNECTION»(/acura/mdx/ii-2006-2010/remont/body-electrical/#battery__reconnection) . Check for any DTCs that may have been set during repairs, and clear them.

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 (see COMPONENT LOCATION INDEX ) and the precautions and procedures (see PRECAUTIONS AND PROCEDURES ) before doing repairs or service.

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

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1. Do the battery terminal disconnection procedure(See «DISCONNECTION»(/acura/mdx/ii-2006-2010/remont/body-electrical/#battery__disconnection) , and wait at least 3 minutes before beginning work.
2. Remove these items: Driver's dashboard lower cover (see «DRIVER'S DASHBOARD LOWER COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/mdx/ii-2006-2010/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#dashboard) ) Driver's dashboard undercover (see «DRIVER'S DASHBOARD UNDERCOVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/mdx/ii-2006-2010/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#dashboard) ) Passenger's dashboard undercover (see «PASSENGER'S DASHBOARD UNDERCOVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/mdx/ii-2006-2010/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#dashboard) ) Center console (see «CENTER CONSOLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/mdx/ii-2006-2010/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#consoles__center-console-removalinstallation) ) Glove box (see «GLOVE BOX REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/mdx/ii-2006-2010/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#dashboard__glove-box-removalinstallation) ) Driver's dashboard outer trim (see «DRIVER'S OUTER DASHBOARD TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/mdx/ii-2006-2010/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#dashboard) ) Driver's dashboard lower bracket and dashboard lower bracket (see step 4 ) Kick panels, both sides (see «TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - DOOR AREAS»(/acura/mdx/ii-2006-2010/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim__trim-removalinstallation-door-areas) ) A-pillar trim, both sides (see «TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - PILLAR AREAS»(/acura/mdx/ii-2006-2010/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim__trim-removalinstallation-pillar-areas) ) A-pillar corner trim (see «A-PILLAR CORNER TRIM REPLACEMENT»(/acura/mdx/ii-2006-2010/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#exterior-trim__a-pillar-corner-trim-replacement) ) Steering column covers (see «COLUMN COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/mdx/ii-2006-2010/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#dashboard__column-cover-removalinstallation) )
3. Disconnect the combination switch connectors, ignition switch connectors, driver's airbag connector, cable reel connector, steering angle sensor connector, immobilizer control unit connector, tilt/telescopic motor connectors, and tilt/ telescopic control unit connectors, detach the harness clips and remove the mounting bolts, then lower the steering column (see «STEERING COLUMN REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»(/acura/mdx/ii-2006-2010/remont/manual-power-steering/#power-steering-system__steering-column-removal-and-installation) ). To prevent damage to the steering column, wrap it with a shop towel.
4. Remove the parking brake lever mounting bolt and screw, then lower the lever (see step 5 ). Driver's side
5. Disconnect the roof wire harness connector (A).
6. From under the dash, disconnect the left engine compartment wire harness connectors (A), floor wire harness connector (B), parking brake switch connector (C), and dashboard wire harness connectors (D) from the driver's under-dash fuse/ relay box (E), detach the fuse connector (F), and then release the wire harness clips (G). NOTE: Lift the large wire harness connector locks (H) before trying to remove the connectors from the fuse/relay box. Middle portion
7. Detach the harness clips (A), and disconnect the SRS unit connectors (B), GPS antenna connector (C) (with navigation system), yaw rate-lateral acceleration sensor connector (D), A/C wire harness connectors (E), and floor wire harness connector (F).
8. Disconnect the floor wire harness connector(s) (A), rear mode control motor connector (B), rear evaporator temperature sensor connector (C), rear air mix control motor connector (D), rear power transistor connector (E), and rear blower motor connector (F). Detach the harness clips (G). Passenger's side
9. With rear entertainment system: Disconnect the RES wire harness connectors (A).
10. From under the dash, disconnect the passenger's door wire harness connector (A), the floor wire harness connectors (B), stereo amplifier connectors (C), right engine compartment wire harness connectors (D), and AM/FM antenna sublead connector (E).
11. Remove the bolts (A, B) securing the dashboard (C) and center bracket (D).
12. Open the driver's door, and remove the bolts (A, B, C). Remove the remaining bolts (D, E, F) securing the dashboard (G).
13. Lift up on the dashboard (A) to release it from the guide pins (B, C).
14. Carefully remove the dashboard through either front door opening. NOTE: Do not rest the dashboard on its lower center cover opening, or it may be damaged. Lay it on its front or back.
15. Remove the center bracket (D).
16. Install the dashboard in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: Position the center bracket on the body, then reinstall the dashboard on the body. After tightening the dashboard mounting bolts, tighten the center bracket mounting bolts, and then tighten the center frame mounting bolts. Make sure the dashboard fits onto the guide pins correctly. Before tightening the bolts, make sure the wire harnesses are not pinched. Make sure the connectors are plugged in properly. Do the battery terminal reconnection procedure (See «RECONNECTION»(/acura/mdx/ii-2006-2010/remont/body-electrical/#battery__reconnection) . Check for any DTCs that may have been set during repairs, and clear them.

See also:
• CENTER INFORMATION DISPLAY INPUT TEST
• AUDIO UNIT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
• COMPONENT LOCATION INDEX
• TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - PILLAR AREAS
• SUNLIGHT SENSOR TEST
• DISCONNECTION
• CENTER CONSOLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
• TWEETER
• GAUGE CONTROL MODULE REPLACEMENT
• DISPLAY UNIT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
• RECONNECTION
• TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - DOOR AREAS
• A-PILLAR CORNER TRIM REPLACEMENT
• STEERING COLUMN REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
• DRIVER'S OUTER DASHBOARD TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
• CENTER UPPER PANEL REMOVAL/ INSTALLATION
• GLOVE BOX REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
• GLOVE BOX STRIKER REPLACEMENT
• COLUMN COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION