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Consoles Acura RSX I

Gauges & Instrument Panels 10 illustrations ~519 words

Center Console Removal/Installation

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 se avoid damage when prying components. Take care not to scratch the front seat, dashboard, and related parts.

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Scheme 4: Center Console Removal/Installation
Scheme 4: Center Console Removal/Installation

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  1. Remove the dashboard center lower cover (see «CENTER PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#dashboard__center-panel-removalinstallation) ).
  2. M/T model: Remove the shift knob.
  3. A/T model: Remove the shift indicator trim ring.
  4. Detach the clips, and release the hook (A) by pulling the center console trim (B) up, then remove it. A/T model is shown, M/T model is similar.
  5. Open the console box lid.
  6. Detach the clips by pulling the console beverage holder (A) up by hand, then remove it.
  7. Remove the screws (A) from both console side trim (B), and remove the clips (C) from inside of the console. Then detach the front clips (D) by pulling the trim outward.
  8. Remove the screws from the rear end of the console.
  9. Remove the center console (A). 1 Close the console lid. 2 Lift up the rear of the console. 3 Disconnect the accessory power socket connector (B) (for some models). 4 Pull the console backward to remove it.
  10. Install the console in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: Replace any damaged or stress-whitened clips. Make sure the accessory power socket connector is plugged in properly. Push the clips into place securely.

Center Console Box Replacement

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 center console.

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Scheme 11: Center Console Box Replacement
Scheme 11: Center Console Box Replacement

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  1. Remove the center console (see «CENTER CONSOLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/gauges-instrument-panels/#consoles__center-console-removalinstallation) ).
  2. Remove the driver's console side trim (A) and passenger's console side trim (B). 1 Remove the screws (C). 2 Detach the clips (D) and release the tabs (E). 3 Open the console box lid. Pull both trim pieces up to release them from the hooks (F).
  3. Remove the screws (A), and detach the clips (B) by pulling the center console box (C) up, then remove it.
  4. Install the box in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: Replace any damaged or stress-whitened clips. Push the clips into place securely.

Center Console Rear Cover Replacement

Note. Take care not to scratch the center console.

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Scheme 13: Center Console Rear Cover Replacement
Scheme 13: Center Console Rear Cover Replacement
  1. Remove the center console rear cover (A). 1 Remove the screws (B) from both sides. 2 Detach the clips (C) by pulling the center console rear cover back. 3 Disconnect the accessory power socket connector (D) (for some models).
  2. Install the cover in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: Replace any damaged or stress-whitened clips. Make sure the accessory power socket connector is plugged in properly. Push the clips into place securely.

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