Steerino Hanqer Beam Replacement - Acura 2002 RSX Service Manual

Dashboard
Dashboard Removal/lnstallation
(cont'dl
10. From outside the driver's door, remove the caps (A),
then remove the bolts (8, C, D), and lift up on the
dashboard {E} to release it from the guide pins (F,
G) and hook {H).
Fastener Locations
B > : B o t t , 3 C > : B o h , 2
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Carefully remove the dashboard through the door
opening.
lnstall the dashboard in the reverse order of
removal, and note these items:
. Make sure the dashboard fits onto the guide pins
correc y.
. Apply liquid thread lock to the dashboard
mounting bolts of the middle portion before
reinstallation.
. Before tightening the bolts, make sure the each
wire harness is not pinched.
. Make sure the connectors are plugged in
properly, and the antenna lead is connecreo
propefly.
. Reconnect the negative cable to the battery.
. Enter the anti-theft code for the radio, then enter
the customer's radio station Dresets.
. Reset the clock.
. Do the ECM idle learn procedure (see page 11-
1 4 9 ) .
20-68
Steering Hanger Beam
Replacement
NOTE: Put on gloves to protect your hands.
1. Remove the dashboard (see page 20-66).
2. Remove the these items from the dashboard:
. Driver's switch panel (see page20-62)
. Center panel (see page 20-64)
. Heater control panel (see page 20-62)
. Gauge assembly (see page 22-66)
. Passenger's airbag (see page 23-129)
. S u n l i g h t s e n s o r ( s e e p a g e 2 1 - 4 1 )
3. From outside ot the d river's side, gently pull outon
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.
Fastener Locations
B , D ) : C t i p , 2
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