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Audio System: Removal & Installation Honda Element I

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Audio Unit 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 ) in the SRS before performing repairs or service.

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

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Scheme 2: Audio Unit Removal/Installation
Scheme 2: Audio Unit Removal/Installation

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Scheme 3
Scheme 3
  1. Make sure you have the anti-theft code for the radio, then write down the frequencies for the radio's preset buttons.
  2. Remove the dashboard center panel (see «CENTER PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-220597-S01618203442006022100000) ).
  3. Remove the four mounting bolts, then remove the audio unit.
  4. Disconnect the audio connectors (A) and antenna lead (B). EX and '06 EX-P models: DX model (Canada), LX model (USA)
  5. Remove the eight mounting bolts securing the audio unit to the audio unit bracket.
  6. Install the audio unit in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: Make sure the audio unit connector is plugged in properly, and the antenna lead is connected properly. Enter the anti-theft code for the radio, then enter the audio presets.

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Scheme 4: Stereo Amplifier Replacement
Scheme 4: Stereo Amplifier Replacement
  1. Remove the right kick panel (see «TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - DOOR AREAS»(ref-220595-S41722068182006022100000) ).
  2. Remove the stereo amplifier connectors (A) from the stereo amplifier (B).
  3. Loosen the mounting nut (C), and remove the two mounting bolts (D), then remove the stereo amplifier.
  4. Install the stereo amplifier in the reverse order of removal.

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Scheme 5: Door Speaker
Scheme 5: Door Speaker

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Scheme 6
Scheme 6
  1. Remove the speaker cover (A). Front: Rear
  2. Remove the three screws, then disconnect the 2P connector (B) from the speaker (C).
  3. Install in the reverse order of removal.

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Scheme 7: Tweeter (EX and '06 EX-P models)
Scheme 7: Tweeter (EX and '06 EX-P models)
  1. Remove the A-pillar trim (see «TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - DOOR AREAS»(ref-220595-S41722068182006022100000) ).
  2. Disconnect the 2P connector (A).
  3. Remove the two mounting screws from the tweeter (B).
  4. Install in the reverse order of removal.

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Scheme 8: Subwoofer (EX and '06 EX-P models)
Scheme 8: Subwoofer (EX and '06 EX-P models)
  1. Remove the dashboard center lower cover (see «TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - DOOR AREAS»(ref-220595-S41722068182006022100000) ).
  2. Disconnect the 4P connector (A) from the subwoofer (B).
  3. Remove the four mounting bolts from the subwoofer.
  4. Install in the reverse order of removal.

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Scheme 9: EX and '06 EX-P models
Scheme 9: EX and '06 EX-P models
  1. Remove the glove box (see «GLOVE BOX REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-220597-S26723889242006022100000) ).
  2. Remove the front accessory power socket (see «ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET TEST/REPLACEMENT»(ref-220635-S32534514212006022100000) ).
  3. Disconnect the 5P connector (A) from the auxiliary jack (B).
  4. Push the auxiliary jack (B) from behind the dashboard.

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Scheme 10: Roof Antenna Replacement
Scheme 10: Roof Antenna Replacement
  1. Remove the rear part of headliner (see «HEADLINER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-220595-S27580112932006022100000) ).
  2. Disconnect the antenna lead connector (A) and 1P connector (B) from the roof antenna (C).
  3. Remove the mounting nut and the roof antenna.
  4. Install in the reverse order of removal.

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Scheme 11: '05-06 EX and '06 EX-P models (USA)
Scheme 11: '05-06 EX and '06 EX-P models (USA)
  1. Remove the right rear side trim panel (see «TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - REAR SIDE AREA»(ref-220595-S16417748472006022100000) .
  2. Disconnect the XM receiver connector (A) and the antenna lead connector (B).
  3. Remove the three mounting bolts, then remove the XM receiver.
  4. Install the XM receiver in the reverse order of removal.

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Scheme 12: '05-06 EX and '06 EX-P models (USA)
Scheme 12: '05-06 EX and '06 EX-P models (USA)
  1. Remove the rear part of headliner (see «HEADLINER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-220595-S27580112932006022100000) ).
  2. Disconnect the connectors.
  3. Remove the mounting nut and the XM antenna.
  4. Install in the reverse order of removal.

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Scheme 13: '06 EX and EX-P models
Scheme 13: '06 EX and EX-P models
  1. Remove the driver's airbag assembly (see «DRIVER'S AIRBAG REPLACEMENT»(ref-220642-S16976854842006022100000) ).
  2. Remove the two screws and cover (A) from the steering wheel.
  3. Remove the two screws from the radio remote switch (B).
  4. Disconnect the 4P connector from the radio remote switch.
  5. Measure resistance between the No. 3 and No. 4 terminals in each switch position according to the table. RESISTANCE REFERENCE Position Resistance OFF About 10 K ohm MODE About 3.2 K ohm CH About 1 K ohm (VOL. UP) About 320 ohm (VOL. DOWN) About 50 ohm
  6. If the resistance is not as specified, replace the radio remote switch.

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