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Sunvisor Removal/Installation

Special Tools Required 

KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014 *

* Available through the American Honda Tool and Equipment Program; call 888-424-6857

NOTE:
  • Take care not to scratch the headliner.
  • Be careful not to damage the dashboard and other interior trim.
  • Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when removing components.
  • When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it with protective tape to prevent damage.
  1. Using a trim tool, release the tabs (A) of the sunvisor cap (B) from the bracket (C).
    Fig 1: Releasing Tabs Of Sunvisor Cap From Bracket
    G05462124Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  2. Turn the sunvisor cap (A), and remove it from the bracket (B).
    Fig 2: Identifying Sunvisor Cap And Bracket
    G05462125Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  3. Remove the sunvisor (A).
    1. Remove the sunvisor from the holder (B).
    2. Using a TORX T25 bit, remove the self-tapping ET screws.
    3. Remove the sunvisor from the body.
    4. Disconnect the vanity mirror light switch connector (C).
      Fig 3: Vanity Mirror Light Switch Connector With Torque Specifications
      G05462126Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  4. Using a flat-tip screwdriver, push the hook (A), and turn the holder (B) 90 °, then pull it out.
    Fig 4: Turning Holder
    G05462127Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  5. If the side curtain airbag has deployed replace the sunvisor with a new one.
  6. If the side curtain airbag has not deployed, to prevent the side curtain airbags from deploying improperly and possibly causing injury, inspect removed sunvisor and replace it if it has any cracks or breakages:
    • Any cracks in the sunvisor stay base (A)
    • Any bends or cracks in the sunvisor stay shaft (B)
    • Any cracks in the sunvisor base (C)
    • Any cracks in the vanity mirror base (D)
      Fig 5: Identifying Sunvisor Stay Shaft And Sunvisor Stay Base
      G05462128Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  7. Install the sunvisor in the reverse order of removal and note these items:
    • If the threads on a grab handle screw is worn out, use an oversized self-tapping ET screw (P/N 90137-S30-003) made specifically for this application.
    • Make sure the vanity mirror light switch connector is plugged in properly.
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