Head removal HONDA CIVIC 2003 7.G Owner's Manual

VTEC/WC
1.
CMP Sensor A Replacement
Remove the air cleaner (see page 1 1-162).
Disconnect the CMP sensor A 3P connector.
Remove the CMP sensor A (A).
Installthe sensor in the reverse order of removal
with a new o-ring (B).
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WEC Solenoid Valve Removal/
Inspection
1.Disconnect the VTEC solenoid valve 2P connector.
Measure resistance between VTEC solenoid valve
connector terminals No. 1 and No. 2.
Resistance: 14-30 Q
3. lf the resistance is within specifications, remove the
VTEC solenoid valve assemblv (A)from the
cylinder head, and check the VTEC solenoid valve
filter (B)for clogging. lf it is clogged, replace the
solenoid valve filter, the engine oilfilter, and the
engine oil.
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Steering
Steering Wheel Removal
SRS components are located in this area. Review the
SRS component locations (see page 23-13), and
precautions and procedures (see page 23-14) in the SRS
section before performing repairs or service.
1. Align the front wheels straight ahead, then remove
the driver's airbag from the steering wheel (see
page 23-113).
2. Disconnect the cruise control sevresume switch
connector (A), and loosen the steering wheel nut
{B).
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3. Install a commercially available steering wheel
puller {A) on the steering wheel (B). Free the
steering wheel from the steering column shaft by
turning the pressure bolt (C) ofthe puller.
Note these items when removing the steering
wheel:. Do not tap on the steering wheel orthesteering
column shaft when removing the steering wheel.. lf you thread the puller bolts (D) intothewheel
hub more than 5 threads, the bolts will hit the
cable reel and damage it. To prevent this, install
a pair of jam nuts 5 threads up on each puller bolt.
D
Bemove the steering wheel puller, then remove the
steering wheel nut and steering wheel from the
sleerino column.
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EPS Components
Steering Gearbox Removal (cont'd)
Disconnect the EPS wire harness 6P connector (A),
and remove the EPS wire harness (B) and mountino
bracket (C).
12.
Remove the ground cable terminal (A) from the
steering gearbox housing.
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14. Remove the engine wire harness clamps {A)fromthe three mounting brackets.
Remove the heater hose {B) from the bracket.
Open the heater valve cable clamp (A), and
disconnect the heater valve cable (B). Remove theheater valve (C) from the bulkhead, and move jt
aside.
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16.
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Front and Rear Suspension
BallJoint Removal
Special Tools Required
Ball ioint remover.2S mm 07MAC-SL00200
Always use a ball joint remover to disconnect a ball
joint. Do not strike the housing or any other part of
the ball joint connection to disconnect it.
'1, Install a hex nut (A) ontothethreadsoftheballjoint
{B). Make sure the nut is flush with the balljoint pin
end to prevent damage to the threaded end of the
ball ioint oin.
Apply grease to the special tool on the areas shown(A). This will ease installation of the tool and
prevent damage to the pressure bolt {B) threads.
2.
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3. Loosen the pressure bolt (A), and installthe special
tool as shown. Insen the jaws carefully, making
sure not to damage the ball joint boot. Adjust the
jaw spacing by turning the adjusting bolt (B).
10 mm HEX NUT
5.
07MAC-S100200
After adjusting the adjusting bolt, make sure the
head (C) of the adjusting bolt is in the position
shown to allow the jaw to pivot.
With a wrench, tighten the pressure bolt until the
ball ioint pin pops loose from the steering arm or
knuckle. lf necessary. apply penetrating type
lubricant to loosen the ball joint pin
NOTE: Do not use pneumatic or electric tools on
the pressure bolt.
Remove the tool, then remove the nut from the end
ofthe balljoint pin, and pullthe balljoint out ofthe
steering arm or knuckle. Inspectthe balljoint boot,
and replace it if damaged.
6.

Removal
1. Raise the rear of the vehicle. and support it with
safety stands in the proper location (see page 1-8).
Remove the rear wheels.
2. Remove the flange bolt {A) from the bottom of the
damper.
Remove the rear bulkhead cover (see page 20-51).
Remove the flange nuts (A) from the top of the
damper in the trunk.
3.
5. Remove the damper assembly from the body.
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Body
DoorsComponent Location Index ...........Door Panel Removal/lnstallation .....,..........Door Outer Handle ReplacementDoor Latch ReplacementDoor Glass and RegulatorReplacementDoor Sash Trim Replacement .......................
Door Glass Outer WeatherstripReplacement
Door Weatherstrip Beplacement
Door Glass Adjustment .................................Door Position Adjustment .............................Door Striker Adiustment ................................MirrorsComponent Location Index ...........................Power Mirror Replacement ...........................Mirror Holder Replacement ...........................Rearview Mirror Rep1acement ......................
GlassComponent Location Index ...........................Windshield Replacement
Bear Window Rep1acement ...........................
Ouarter Glass Replacement ..........................MoonroofComponent Location Index ...........................Symptom Troubleshooting Index
Glass Height Adjustment ...............................
Glass ReplacementWind Def lector 8ep1acement ........................Drain Channel Rep1acement ..........................Sunshade Replacement .................................Motor ReplacementFrame and Drain Tube Replacement ............Drain Channel Slider and Cable AssemblyReplacementLimit Switch Adjustment ...............................Closino Force and ODenina Draq Check ......lnterioi TrimComponent Location Index ...........................Trim Removal/lnstallation DoorArea ..........Trim Removal/lnstallation-Rear Side AreaTrim Removal/lnstallation-Cargo Floor AreaTrim Removal/lnstallation-Hatch Area .........Headliner Removal/lnstallation* Carpet Rep1acement .......................................ConsolesConsoles, Front and RearRemova l/lnsta llationFront Console Disassembly/Reassembly .....
20-220,420-620-7
20-920 t0
20- 10
20-1120-1120-1220 13
20-1420-1520-1520-16
20 1120-1920-2520-29
20,3520-3620-3720-3120-3820 3920-4020-4120,42
20 4420-4620,44
20-4920 50
20-51
DashboardInstrument Panel Removal/lnstallation ........Driver's Dashboard Lower CoverRemovat InstallationDriver's Dashboard Under CoverRemova t Insta llation
Oriver's Pocket Removal/lnstallation ............Shift Lever Trim Removal/lnstallation ..........Center Panel Removal/lnstallation ...............Passenger's Dashboard Lower CoverRemova l/lnsta llat ionx Glove Box Removal/lnstallationDashboard Side VentRemoval/lnstallation .................................. 20-64Beverage Holder Removal/lnstallation ........ 20-64Driver'sTray Removal/lnstallation ............... 20-65Passenger's Tray Removal/lnstallation ........ 20 65* Dashboard Removal/lnstallation .................. 20-66Steerinq Hanqer Beam Reolacement ........... 20-68Seats "
Component Location Index ........................... 20-10* Front Seat Removal/lnstallation ................... 20-11* Front Seat Disassembly/Reassembly-Driver's .................................. 20-73* Front Seat Disassembly/Reassembly-Passenger's ........................... 20-74* Front Seat Cover Replacement ..................... 2O-75Rear Seat Removal/1nsta11ation ..................... 20-80Rear Seat-back Latch Replacement .............. 20-81Rear Seat-backStriker Replacement ............ 20-81
20-59
20-59
Rear Seat-back Cover Replacement ............. 20-82Rear Seat Cushion Cover Replacement ....... 20.84BumpersFront Bumper Removal/lnstallation .............Rear Bumoer Removal/lnstallation ...............HoodAdjustmentHood Seal ReplacementHood Insulator Rep1acement .........................Hatch
20-6020,6020 6120-62
20-63
20-63
20,8520-86
20-4720,8820,89
20-5220-5320-5420-55
20-5720-58
Adjustment ................... 20-90Hatch Suppon Strut Replacement ................ 20-91Hatch WeatherstriD Reo1acement ................. 20-92
Fuel Fill DoorAdiustment ................... 20-93Exterior TrimFront Grille Replacement ..............Cowl Covers Replac"rn""t .. . .....................A pillar Corner Trim Replacement ................Roof lMolding Replacement ...........................Rear License Trim ReplacementHatch Spoiler 8ep1acement ...........................Emblem Rep1acement .........................
20-9420-9520-9620-9720,9820-9920-100

6. Remove the sunshade (A),
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7.Remove both front sunshade base sliders (A) and
both rear sunshade base sliders (B)
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9.
Installthe sunshade in the reverse order of removal,
and check the glass height adjustment (see page
20-37 ).
Check for water leaks. Let the water run freely from
a hose without a nozzle. Do not use a high-pressure
spray.
1.
Motor Replacement
Remove the headliner (see page 20-54).
Put on gloves to protect your hands. Disconnecl the
connector (A), and remove the bolts, then remove
the motor (B).
Fastener Locations
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Installthe motor in the reverse order of removal,
and note these items:
. lvlake surethe connector is plugged in properly.
. Check the motor operation.
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4. Remove the headliner.
-1 Remove the socket plug (A).
-2 Remove the remaining door opening trim {B}
from each roof portion.
-3 Detach the clips (C), and release the fasteners
(D) by pulling the front portion ofthe headliner
(E) down.-4 With the help of an assislant, release the clips(F) of the headliner from the moonroof frame
(G), and release the headliner from the clips (H)
by sliding the headliner forward, and lowering
the headliner.-5 Remove the headliner through the passenger's
opening.
Fastener Locations
C>:Clip,3
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5.Install the headliner in the reverse order of removal,
and note these items:
. When reinstalling the headliner through the
passenger's door opening, be careful not to fold
or bend it, Also, be careful not to scratch the
DOOy.. Check that both sides of the headliner are
securely attached to the trim.. Replace any clips that remain in the roof during
removal. Reinstallthe clips back in the headliner
before installation.
F>:Clip,2 H>:Clip,2
Carpet Replacement
SRS components are located in this area. Reviewthe
SRS component locations (see page 23-13) and the
precautions and procedures (see page 23-14) in the SRS
section before performing repairs or service.
NOTE:. Put on gloves to protect your hands.. Take care not to damage, wrinkle. or twist the carpet.. Be careful not to damage the dashboard or other
interior trim pieces.
1. Remove these items:
. Front seats, both sides (see page 20-111. Driver's dashboard under cover (see page 20-60). Passenger's dashboard Iower cover (see page
20-631. Rear seat cushion (see page 20-80). Kick panels, both sides (see page 20-50). Door silltrim, both sides (see page 20-50). Consoles, front and rear (see page 20-57)
2. Remove the nut (A), and using a hex wrench,
release the clip (B), then remove the footrest (C).
Fastener Locations
Aa:Nut,1 B):Clip,'l
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8.Using a flat-tip screwdriver wrapped with
protective tape, insert it into the hook portions
(seven places) ofthe headrest rear trim iA) from the
headrest front trim side. Prv up the hooks (B) to
release the labs (C) of the headrest front trim (Di
while pulling the headrest front trim forward, and
remove the tflm.
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9. Unzip the headrest portion of the seat-back cover
(A), then remove the zipper iB), and remove the
cover.
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installthe cover in the reverse order of removal,
and note these items:
. Fit all the hooks of the headrest front trim into the
holes in the headrest rear trim, then push on the
headrest trim until the hooks snap into place.
. To prevent wrinkles when installing a seat back
cover, make sure the material is stretched evenly
over the pad before securing the clips, hooks,
and hook springs.. Make sure the side airbag harness, OPDS
harness {passenger's seat). and rear seat access
cable (passenger's seati are routed properly.
. lf necessary, reinitialize the OPDS control unit
(see page 23-124).
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7. Pull back the edge of the seat-back cover (A), and
release the clips {B).
Pull back the edge of the seat-back cover, and pull
out the seat-back frame {A) from the seat-back pad
{B), then pull out the headrest guide (C) while
pinching the end of the guides, and remove them.
9. Remove the seat-back cover (A)from the seat-back
pad (B). On right seat-back with center shoulder
belt, pass the center belt (C) through the hole in the
seat-bacl( cover.
lnstallthe cover in the reverse order of removal,
and note these items:
. To prevent wrinkles when installing a seat-back
cover, make sure the material is stretched evenly
over the pad before securing the hooks and clips
. On right seat-back: When installing the seat-back
frame to the pad, slip the center belt through the
hole in the seat-back cover and pad.
. Replace any clips you removed with new ones.
Install them with commercially available
upholstery ring pliers.
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