ocgltd

I have a cell phone mount that I would like to attach, at the location show in the photo below.

1. Can I safely mount it there? (Is it empty space behind this panel)

2. How would I gain access to place nuts and a cable behind this location? Does the top of the dash (pad) lift up? Any DIY guides on how to access this area?

1Tree2Tall

I am registered just to reply to your post, I do think phone mount have to be custom and secure for safe driving. Anyway I always use pro clip USA or a-tach mount (please search for their website).
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https://www.proclipusa.com/collectio...acura-rdx-2011

Pro clip USA mount

its placed real close to your idea

dP-

I've had the ProClip mount since we've owned the car. Have since upgraded the holder to accept a MagSafe charger and it's been great.

thoiboi

proclip FTMFW

ocgltd

I decided to install my cell phone mount on the left side, but on the small popup dash panel as originally planned.

In case anyone is looking for inspiration, here's a photo of the installation. Note that mount is wireless charging, with the 12v cabled running through dash to cigarette lighter power (on with Acc/Run)