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Removal & Installation
2004 Acura 3.5RLSECTION Removal & Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Acura 3.2CL. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it with protective tape, and apply protective tape around the related parts to prevent damage. Take care not to scratch the front seat, dashboard, and related parts.
- Remove these items:
- Driver's and passenger's front console trim. See Figure .
- Rear console. See REAR CONSOLE .
- Dashboard lower cover. See DASHBOARD LOWER COVER .
- Remove the driver's front console cover "A" and passenger's front console cover "B". See Fig 1
.
Remove the screw "C and D". Detach the rear clips "E" by pulling both covers outward. Pull both trim back to detach the front clips "F".
- Remove the shift indicator trim ring. See Fig 2 .
- Remove the console panel tray "A". See Fig 3
.
- Carefully insert a flat-tip screwdriver next to the clip "B", and detach the clips by prying on the driver's seat heater switch "C" and passenger's seat heater switch "D". Take care not to scratch the console panel tray.
- Pull out the switches, then disconnect the seat heater switch connector "E".
- Gently pull out the console panel tray to release the hooks "F"and tabs "G".
- Remove the console panel "A". See Fig 4
.
- Remove the screws "B and C".
- Release the tabs "D".
- Disconnect the accessory socket connector "E".
- Install the console panel in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- Replace any damaged clips.
- Ensure the connectors are plugged in properly.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.