P1000 Oversize switch blank removal

[Merv]

Yikes, any tips / suggestions on removing the OEM oversize switch blank on a 2022 Honda Pioneer 1000-5? I’ve removed the safety label and cut a rectangle out for hand access, but I just can’t curl my hand & wrist enough to feel for and grab the pinch points. Are there two pinch points, one each on top and bottom? Thanks.

 

[CID]

If it's the same one as on a Talon, I had to carefully pry it out from the front. Yes, there are two tabs (top and bottom) but they were so stiff I couldn't pinch them in enough to release the blank (limited access didn't help). I was able to pry it out from the front without doing any damage to the plastic dash.

 

[Merv]

Wow, nice job. Yeah, I think I “felt” the top tab, but couldn’t get any real leverage on it.

 

[CID]

Wow, nice job. Yeah, I think I “felt” the top tab, but couldn’t get any real leverage on it.

I didn't make the switch insert, I bought it from the club store.

Honda Talon 1000 Oversized Switch Adapter for Live Valve Blank! Talon 1000, X, R, X4

New Item. For Honda Talon Owners looking to install a standard switch at any of the OVERSIZED factory switch holes. Most noticeable is the unused blank spot between the steering column and the headlight switch. Switch adaptor to replace any OEM switch with a common rocker switch. Replaces...

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[NewHere2]

Use the search button in the upper right, search "Oversize blank switch" or

P1000 - Oversized blank switch

I have a pioneer 1000-5 Deluxe. i did a few mods already with gear from the club store. One thing, I have been trying to remove the blank switch plate next to the AT/MT switch but with zero luck. I am trying not to break it but want it out. I can almost touch the back of it but my hand gets...

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[HondaTech]

If your trying to put a factory large switch in there, cut out the front and you can snap off the tabs from the inside.

 

[Merv]

Ran the multi-tool through the center, and it popped right out. No damage to the panel. That’s done…

 

[NewHere2]

Thanks for sharing. It’s always nice to know how it worked out.

 

[Merv]

I drilled a center starting hole and ran the multi-tool to each top corner. A lot of thick, unnecessary plastic in those blanks. I was done trying to pinch those thick tabs from behind…

 

[GovtMule]

I can’t remember exactly how I did it, but mine came right out. Used my dremel and put my winch remote in it and popped it right back in. Got to it from under the hood I do believe.
OR: Looking at my pic there’s small tool marks on the bottom. I could have used a small screwdriver there and pried it right out.

 

[Merv]

Looks great - nice job!