Acura 3.5 RL Manual page 954

Climate control unit and audio unit ('96 - 98 models):
SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS
component locations, precautions, and procedures in the
Restraints (section 24) before performing repairs or ser-
vice.
1. Remove the console panel (see page 20-48).
2. Remove the center air vent.
NOTE: Insert a flat metal plate under the B clips,
then detach the B clips by prying up. Pull the center
air vent backward while prying the clips.
Clip locations
CLIP
DASHBOARD
UPPER BRACKET
CLIP
PIN
METAL PROTECTIVE
PLATE SEAT
Make sure you have the anti-theft code for the
3.
radio, then write down the frequencies for the
radio's preset buttons.
CLIP
CLIMATE CONTROL
UNIT
CENTER AIR
VENT
PIN
CLIP
CLIMATE
CONTROL
UNIT
Remove the bolts, then pull out the climate control
unit and audio unit as an assembly. Disconnect the
connectors and antenna leads, then remove it.
Bolt locations, 4
6 x 1.0 mm
9.8 N-m
(1.0 kgf-m,
7.2 Ibf-ft)
HAZARD
CLIMATE
WARNING
CONTROL UNIT
SWITCH
CONNECTOR
AUDIO UNIT
REAR WINDOW
FRONT FOG
LIGHT SWITCH DEFOGGER SWITCH
CONNECTOR CONNECTOR
5. Installation is the reverse of the removal procedure.
NOTE:
Make sure the connectors and antenna lead are
connected properly.
Enter the anti-theft code for the radio, then enter
the customer's radio station presets.
CLIMATE
CONTROL UNIT
CONNECTORS
CLOCK
CONNECTOR
ANTENNA
LEADS
AUDIO UNIT
CONNECTORS