Locks HONDA CIVIC 2003 7.G Owner's Manual

IRear Seat-back Latch Replacement
1.Remove the seat-back (see page 20-80).
Remove the seat-back cover (see page 20-82).
Remove the seat-back pad {A) from the seat-back
frame (B). On right seat-back with center shoulder
belt, pass the center belt (C) through the hole in the
seat-back pad.
Remove the bolts, then remove the seat-back latch
(A) from the seat-back frame (B), and release the
pivot pin {C) of the latch lever (D) from the seat'
back f rame.
Fastener Locations
lnstallthe latch in the reverse order of removal, and
make sure the seat-back locks and unlocks properly.
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Rear Seat-back Striker Replacement
NOTE: Take care not to scratch the interior trim.
1. Remove the rear side trim panel (see page 20-5'l).
2. Remove the bolts, then remove the seat-back
striker (A).
Fastener Locations
) : Bolt, 2
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8 x 1.25 mm22 N m 12.2 kgl rn,16 tbf.ft)
3. lnstallthe striker in the reverse order of removal,
and move the striker (A) up or down until it is
centered in the seat-back latch {B).
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Hood
Adjustment (cont'd)
5. Check that the hood opens properly and locks
securely.
6. Apply body paint to the hinge mounting bolts and
around the hinges.
7. Apply multipurpose grease to each location of the
hood latch and hood hinge as indicated by the
arrows.
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Hood Seal Replacement
1.Using a clip remover, detach the clips, then remove
the hood seal (A). Take care not to scratch the hood.
Fastener Locations
Installthe seal in the reverse order of removal, and
note these items:
. Replace any damaged clips.. Push the clips into place securely.

7.
Tighten each bolt and nut securely.
Check that the hatch opens properly and locks
securery.
Reinstall the support struts securely.
Reinstall all remaining removed parts.
Apply multipurpose grease to the pivot portion of
the hatch hinges {A) as indicated by the arrows.
9.
10.
Hatch Support Strut Replacement
1.With the help of an assistant, use a flat-tip
screwdriver (A)to pry the support strut clips (B)
from each end of the support strut (C) at the hatch
and body, then release the support strut from the
pivot bolts (D). Do not remove the clips from the
support strut.
Set the clips (A) to the original position, then
reattach the support strut (B) on the pivot bolts (C)
by pushing on the support strut.
2.
D8 x 1.25 mm22 N.m (2.2 kgf.m, 16 lbf ft)
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Fuel Fill Door
Adjustment
1. Remove the nut (A), and remove the fuel fill door
open spring {B).
Slightly loosen the hinge mounting bolts (A).
Adjust the fuel fill door (B) in or out until it's flush
with the body, and up or down as necessary toa^rr.li7a tha n.nc
Tighten the hinge mounting bolts.
Reinstallthe fuel fill door spring.
Check that the fuel f ill door opens properly and
locks securely, and check that the rear of the door is
flush with the body.
5x0.8mm1.8Nm(0.18 kgf.m,1.3 rbf.ft)
2.
3.
5.
6.
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7. Apply multipurpose grease to each location
indicated by the arrows.
8.Apply body paint to the hinge mounting bolts and
around the hinges,
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Openers
Hood Latch Replacement
NOTE:. Put on gloves to protect your hands.. Take care not to scratch the body.
1. Remove the bolts, then remove the hood latch (A)
from the body.
Fastener Locations
> i Bolt, 3
Disconnect the hood opener cable (B) from the
hood latch. Take care not to bend the cable.
--------------'6x1.0mm9.8 N.m (1.0 kgf.m, 7.2lbf.ft)
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Installthe hood latch in the reverse order of
removal, and note these items:
. Apply multipurpose grease to each location of
the hood latch indicated by the arrows.. Make sure the hood opener cable is connected
properly.
. Make sure the cable actuates the latch before you
close the hood,. Adjustthe hood latch alignment (see step 3 onpage 20-87).. Make sure the hood opens properly and locks
securely.

Fuel Fill Door Opener Replacement
1.Using a flat-tip screwdriver wrapped with
protective tape, detach the hooks (A) by prying the
front side cap (B), then remove it from the left door
silltrim (C), and loosen the bolt (D) securing the
fuel fill door opener.
6x1.0mm9.8 N.m11.0 kgf m,7.2 lbf.ft)
Remove the left door sill trim (see page 20-50i.
Remove the opener (Alfrom the bolt {B).
2.
3.
4. Disconnect the fuel fill door opener cable (A), then
remove the opener iB). Take care not to bend the
ca o te.
Installthe opener in the reverse order of removal,
and note these items:
5.
lMake sure the opener cable is connected
properly.
lvlake sure the fuel fill door opens properly and
locks securely.
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Openers
Hatch Handle Replacement
NOTE: Put on gloves to protect your hands.
1. Remove these items:
. Hatch lower trim panel (see page 20-53). Rear license trim panel (see page 20-98)
2. Remove the rear window wiper motor (see page
22-1461.
3. Disconnect the hatch
hatch handle (B), and
Locations
opener cable 1A)from the
remove the nuts.
6x1.0mm9.8 N.mFastener
a : Nut,
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4. Pull outthe hatch handle (A), then remove it.
Installthe handle in the reverse order of removal.
and note these items:
lMake sure the hatch opener cable is connected
securely.
Make sure the hatch opens properly.
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Hatch Latch Replacement
NOTE: Put on gloves to protect your hands.
'1. Remove the hatch lowertrim panel (see page 20-
53).
2. Disconnect the hatch opener cable (A), cylinder rod(B). hatch actuator connector (C). and hatch latch
switch connector {D). and detach the hatch actuator
connector and hatch latch switch connector from
the hatch.
Faslener Locations
) : Bolt, 3
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11,0 kgt m,7.2lbf ftl
Remove the bolts, then pullthe hatch latch (E) out,
then remove it.
Installthe latch in the reverse order of removal, and
note these items:
. Make sure each connector is plugged in properly,
and the rod and cable are connected properly.. l\4ake sure the cable actuates the latch before you
close the hatch.. Make sure the hatch opens properly and locks
securely.

Hatch Lock Cylinder Replacement
NOTE; Put on gloves to protect your hands.
'1. Remove these items:
. Hatch lower trim panel (see page 20-53).. Rear license trim (see page 20-98).
2. Disconnect the cylinder rod (A)
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From outside the hatch, remove the bolt securing
the lock cylinder {A}. From inside the hatch, pull the
lock cylinder out by releasing the hook (B).
Fastener Location
> : Bolt, 1
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6x 1.0 mm9.8Nm(1.0 kgf m,7.2lbt.ftl
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4. Install the lock cylinder in the reverse order of
removal, and note these items:
. Make sure the rod is connected properly.
. Make sure the hatch opens properly and locks
securely.
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General Troubleshooting Information
Tips and Precautions
Bef ore Troubleshooting
1. Check applicable fuses in the appropriate fuse/relay
oox.
2. Check the battery for damage. state of charge, and
clean and tight connections.
. Do not quick-charge a battery unless the battery
ground cable has been disconnected, otherwise
you will damage the alternator diodes.. Do not attempt to crank the engine with the
battery ground cable loosely connected or you
will severely damage the wiring.
Handling Connectors. Make sure the connectors are clean and have no
loose wire terminals.. Make sure multiple cavity connectors are packed with
dielectric grease (except waterti ght connectors).. All connectors have push-down release type locks (A).
Some connectors have a clip on their side used to
attach them to a mount bracket on the body or on
another component. This clip has a pull type lock.
Some mounted connectors cannot be disconnected
unless you first release the lock and remove the
connector from its mount bracket (A).
Never try to disconnect connectors by pulling on their
wires; pull on the connector halves instead.
Alwavs reinstall Dlastic covers,
Before connecting connectors, make sure the
terminals (A) are in place and not bent.
(cont'd)
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Body Electrical
General Troubleshooting Information (cont'd)
Check for loose retainer (A) and rubber seals (B).
The backs of some connectors are packed with
dielectric grease. Add grease if necessary. lf thegrease is contaminated, replace it.
lnsert the connector all the way and make sure it is
securelv locked.
Position wires so that the open end of the cover faces
oown.
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Handling Wires and Harnesses. Secure wires and wire harnesses to lhe frame with
their respective wire ties at the designated locations.. Remove clips carefully; don't damage their locks (A).
Slip pliers (A) under the clip base and through the
hole at an angle, then squeeze the expansion tabs to
release the clip.
After installing harness clips, make sure the harness
doesn't interfere with any moving pans.
Keep wire harnesses away from exhaust pipes and
other hot parts, from sharp edges of brackets and
holes, and from exposed screws and bolts.
Seat grommets in their grooves properly {A). Do not
leave grommets distorted (B).
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