Dashboard Acura RSX I

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

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1. Remove the driver's dashboard lower cover (A). Adjust the steering column upward. Turn both lock knobs (B) 90°. Gently pull out the bottom to release the hooks (C). Pull down the panel to release the hooks (D).
2. Install the cover in the reverse order of removal, and push the hooks into place securely.

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

Scheme 17

1. Remove the driver's dashboard under cover (A). Turn the lock knob (B) 90°. Gently pull down the rear edge to release the clip. Pull the cover away to release it from the clip (C).
2. Install the cover in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: Replace the clip if it's damaged or stress-whitened clips. Push the clip into place securely.

Driver's Switch Panel Removal/Installation

Special Tools Required

KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014

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

Scheme 18

1. Gently pry up on the driver's switch panel (A) to release the hooks (B), then pull out the panel.
2. If equipped, disconnect the cruise control main switch connector (C), moonroof switch connector (D), and power mirror switch connector (E), then remove the panel.
3. Install the panel in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: Make sure each connector is plugged in properly. Push the hooks into place securely.

Heater Control Panel Removal/Installation

Special Tools Required

KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014

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

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1. Gently pry up on the heater control panel (A) to detach the clips (B, C) and to release the hooks (D), then pull out the panel.
2. Disconnect the climate control unit connector (E), then remove the panel.
3. If necessary, remove the screws securing the driver's center vent (A), then separate it from the heater control panel (B).
4. Install the panel in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: Make sure the climate control unit connector is plugged in properly. Replace any damaged or stress-whitened clips. Push the clips and hooks into place securely.

Special Tools Required

KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014

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

Scheme 21

1. Remove the dashboard center lower cover (A). Gently pull out the cover to release the clips and hooks (B). If equipped, disconnect the accessory power socket connector (C) and seat heater switch connector (D).
2. Install the cover in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: If equipped, make sure the accessory power socket connector and seat heater switch connector are plugged in properly. Replace any damaged or stress-whitened clips. Push the clips and hooks into place securely.

Center Panel Removal/Installation

Special Tools Required

KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014

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

Scheme 22

1. Remove the dashboard center lower cover (see «DASHBOARD CENTER LOWER COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#dashboard) ).
2. Make sure you have the anti-theft code for the radio, then write down the frequencies for the preset buttons.
3. Remove the center panel (A). Remove the bolts (B) from the dashboard center lower cover opening. Gently pull out along the bottom to release the lower clips (C, D), then along both sides and top to release the remaining clips (C). Disconnect the hazard warning switch connector (E), audio unit connector (F), and antenna lead (G).
4. Install the panel in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: Make sure each connector is plugged in properly and antenna lead is connected properly. Enter the anti-theft code for the radio, then enter the customer's radio station presets. Replace any damaged or stress-whitened clips. Push the clips into place securely. Reset the clock. '02-04 models: Do the ECM/PCM idle learn procedure (see «ECM/PCM IDLE LEARN PROCEDURE»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/testing-diagnostics/#idle-control-system) ).

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

Scheme 23

1. Remove the passenger's dashboard lower cover (A). Remove the clips. Pull down the edge nearest the glove box. Pull the cover away to release it from the holders (B).
2. Install the cover in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: Replace any damaged or stress-whitened clips. Push the clips into place securely.

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 performing repairs or service.

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

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1. Remove the passenger's dashboard lower cover.
2. While holding the glove box (A), remove the glove box stop (B) on each side.
3. Remove the bolts, then remove the glove box.
4. Install the glove box in the reverse order of removal.

Driver's Side Vent Panel Removal/Installation

Special Tools Required

KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014

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

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1. Gently pry up on the driver's side vent panel (A) to detach the clips (B, C), then pull out and remove it.
2. If necessary, remove the screws securing the driver's side vent (A), then separate it from the panel (B).
3. Install the panel in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: Replace any damaged or stress-whitened clips. Push the clips into place securely.

Passenger's Side Vent Removal/Installation

Note. Put on gloves to protect your hands. Take care not to scratch the dashboard and related parts.

Scheme 28

1. Remove the glove box (see «PASSENGER'S DASHBOARD LOWER COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#dashboard) ).
2. Remove the screws securing the passenger's vent (A) and the air conditioner duct (B), and the screws securing the passenger's vent to the dashboard.
3. Install the vent in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: When installing the vent, wrap its panel surface with tape to prevent damage. Align the holes in the vent with the pins (C) on the dashboard.

Special Tools Required

KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014

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 performing repairs or service.

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

Scheme 29

1. Before removing the heater control panel, turn the ignition switch ON (II), and turn the mode switch of the heater control switch in HEAT position.
2. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
3. Make sure you have the anti-theft code for the radio, then write down the frequencies for the preset buttons.
4. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery, and wait at least 3 minutes before beginning work.
5. Remove these items: Center console (see «CENTER CONSOLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/gauges-instrument-panels/#consoles__center-console-removalinstallation) ) Driver's dashboard lower cover (see «DRIVER'S DASHBOARD LOWER COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#dashboard) ) Driver's dashboard under cover (see «DRIVER'S DASHBOARD LOWER COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#dashboard) ) Passenger's dashboard lower cover (see «PASSENGER'S DASHBOARD LOWER COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#dashboard) ) Glove box (see «PASSENGER'S DASHBOARD LOWER COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#dashboard) ) Kick panels, both sides (see «TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - DOOR AREAS»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim__trim-removalinstallation-door-areas) ) A-pillar trim, both sides (see «TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - DOOR AREAS»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim__trim-removalinstallation-door-areas) ) Steering column (see «STEERING COLUMN REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/manual-power-steering/#power-steering-system__steering-column-removal-and-installation) )
6. From outside of the passenger's door, gently pry up on the bottom of the dashboard side cover (A) to release the lower clip (B) and hook (C), then release the remaining clip (D) and hooks (E) to remove the cover.

Scheme 30

1. 7. From under the dash, disconnect the interior wire harness connector (A), driver's door wire harness connectors (B), wiper subwire harness connectors (C), antenna lead (D), clutch pedal position switch connector (E) (on M/T model), and brake pedal position switch connector (F), and disconnect the floor wire harness connectors (G) and engine compartment wire harness connectors (H) from the under-dash fuse/relay box (I).
2. 8. Disconnect the air hose (J) from the in-car temperature sensor (K).

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1. 9. From the driver's side, disconnect the SRS control unit connector (A), floor wire harness connectors (B), and engine compartment wire harness connectors (C), and using a T30 Torx bit, remove the ground bolt (D). On the A/T model, disconnect the parking pin shift connector (E) and shift lock solenoid connector (F).

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1. 10. From under the dash, disconnect the ECM/PCM connectors (A), engine wire harness connector (B), A/C subharness connectors (C), passenger's door wire harness connector (D), and front sensor wire harness connector (E).
2. 11. Detach all of the harness and connector clips.
3. 12. From outside the driver's door, remove the caps (A), then remove the bolts (B, C, D), and lift up on the dashboard/steering hanger beam (E) to release it from the guide pins (F, G) and hook (H).
4. 13. Carefully remove the dashboard/steering hanger beam through the door opening.
5. 14. Install the dashboard/steering hanger beam in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: Make sure the dashboard/steering hanger beam fits onto the guide pins correctly. Apply liquid thread lock to the dashboard mounting bolts of the middle portion before reinstallation. Before tightening the bolts, make sure the wire harnesses are not pinched. Make sure the connectors are plugged in properly, and the antenna lead is connected properly. Reconnect the negative cable to the battery. Enter the anti-theft code for the radio, then enter the customer's radio station presets. Reset the clock. Do the ECM/PCM idle learn procedure, '02-04 models (see «ECM/PCM IDLE LEARN PROCEDURE»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/testing-diagnostics/#idle-control-system) ), '05-06 models (see «ECM/PCM IDLE LEARN PROCEDURE»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/testing-diagnostics/#idle-control-system) ) and the power window control unit reset procedure (see «RESETTING THE POWER WINDOW CONTROL UNIT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/windows/#power-windows__resetting-the-power-window-control-unit) ).

Note. Put on gloves to protect your hands.

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1. Remove dashboard/steering hanger beam (see «DASHBOARD/STEERING HANGER BEAM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#dashboard) ).
2. Remove these items from the dashboard: Driver's switch panel (see «DRIVER'S SWITCH PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#dashboard__drivers-switch-panel-removalinstallation) ) Center panel (see «CENTER PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#dashboard__center-panel-removalinstallation) ) Heater control panel (see «DRIVER'S SWITCH PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#dashboard__drivers-switch-panel-removalinstallation) ) Gauge assembly (see «GAUGE ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/gauges-instrument-panels/#gauges) ) Passenger's airbag (see «FRONT PASSENGER'S AIRBAG REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ) Sunlight sensor (see «SUNLIGHT SENSOR TEST»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/automatic-hvac-system/#climate-control-system__sunlight-sensor-test) )
3. From outside of the driver's side, gently pull out on the bottom of the dashboard side cover (A) to release the lower clip (B) and hook (C), then release the remaining clip (D) and hooks (E) to remove the cover.
4. Detach the harness holder (A) from the back of the driver's switch panel area.
5. Disconnect and detach the center console light connector (A) and in-car temperature sensor connector (B). Unclip the wire harness (C).
6. If equipped, disconnect the glove box light connector (A) and unclip the harness.
7. If equipped, disconnect the tweeter connector (A), and detach the harness clip (B) from both sides.
8. Detach the harness holder (A), and remove the cushion tape (B) for the sunlight sensor harness (C).
9. Remove the bolts (A) and screws (B) securing the dashboard (C) and steering hanger beam (D), and separate the dashboard and steering hanger beam.
10. Reassemble the dashboard and steering hanger beam in the reverse order of disassembly, and note these items: Make sure the dashboard wire harness (E) is not pinched. Make sure the connectors are plugged in properly.

See also:
• ECM/PCM IDLE LEARN PROCEDURE
• COMPONENT LOCATION INDEX
• CENTER CONSOLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
• TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - DOOR AREAS
• STEERING COLUMN REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
• RESETTING THE POWER WINDOW CONTROL UNIT
• GAUGE ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT
• SUNLIGHT SENSOR TEST
• DASHBOARD CENTER LOWER COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
• DRIVER'S SWITCH PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
• CENTER PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION