Mount replacement HONDA CIVIC 1996 6.G Service Manual

Starting System
Starter Replacement
1.Make sure you have the anti-theft code for the
radio, then write down the frequencies for the
radio's preset buttons ('99 - 00 models).
Disconnect the battery negative cable.
Disconnect the starter cable from the B terminal on
the solenoid, then disconnect the BLK trHT wire
from the S terminal.
MOUNTING BOLT44 N.m l/t.s kgf.m. 32 lbf.ft)
S TERMINAL
MOUNTING BOLT6,1 N.m {4.5 kstm.32lbtftl
MOUNTING NUT9 N,m {0.9 kgl.m,6.s lbtftl
B TERMINAL
4. Remove the two bolts holding the starter, then
remove the starter.
lnstall in the reverse order of removal.
NOTE: When installing the staner cable, make sure
that the crimped side ofthe ring terminal is facing out.
TERMINAL
Connect the battery positive cable and negative cable
to the battery.
Enter the anti-theft code for the radio, then enter the
customer's radio station presets ('99 - 00 models).
7.
Crimped side of ring
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Starter Reassembly
'1. Pry back each brush spring with a screwdriver, then
position the brush about halfway out of its holder.
and release the spring to hold it there.
Install the armature in the housing. Next, pry back
each brush spring again, and push the brush down
until it seats against the commutator, then release
the spring against the end of the brush.
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3. Install the end cover on the brush holder.
ERUSH HOLDER

lgnition System
Distributor Replacement
Removal:
1. Disconnect the connector from the distributor.
2. Disconnect the ignition wires from the distributor
ignition {Dl) cap.
3. Remove the mounting bolts from the distributor,
then remove the distributor from the cylinder head.
DISTRIBUTOR END CAMSHAFT END
MOUNTING BOLT18 N.m 11.8 kgtm, 13lbf.ltl
lnstallation:
NOTE: Before you install the distributor. bring the No. 1
piston to compression stroke TDC.
1. Coat a new O-ring with engine oil, then install it.
2. Slip the distributor into position
NOTE: The lug on the end of the distributor and its
mating grooves in the camshaft end are both offset
to eliminate the possibility of installing the distribu-
tor 180" out of time.
3. Installthe mounting bolts, and tighten them lightly.
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4, Connect the ignition wires to the distributor ignition
(Dl) cap as shown.
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No. 1CYLINDERMARK
No. 1CYLINDER
TEG:
5.
6.
7.
No. 2No. a
Connect the connector to the distributor.
Set the ignition timing (see previous page).
After setting the ignition timing, tighten the mount-
ing bolts.

Charging System
Alternator Replacement
NOTE: Remove the alternator from below the vehicle.
'1. Make sure you have the anti-theft code for theradio, then write down the frequencies for theradio's preset buttons ('99 - 00 models).
2. Remove the battery negative cable, then disconnectthe positive cable.
3. Disconnect the 4P (or 3P) connector from the alter-naIor.
TERMINAL NUT7.85 N.m (0.8 kgf.m, 5.79lbf.ftl
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4. Remove the terminal
the B terminal.
nut and the WHT wire from
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5. Remove the adjusting bolt and through bolt nut,then remove the alternator belt from the Dullev.
UPPER MOUNTBRACKET BOLT44 N.m 14.5 kgt.m, 33 lbl.ftlALTERNATORAD.'USTING BOLT24 N.rh l2.a kgf.m, 17 lbtft)
ALTERNATORBOLT
a4 N.m 14.5 kstm.33lbf'ftl
LOWER MOUNTBRACKET BOLTSa4 N.m l{.5 kgf.m,33lbfft)
Pull out the alternator through bolt, then removethe alternator.
lf necessary, remove the mount bracket bolts. andthe upper and lower mount brackets
Adjust the alternator belt tension after installation(see page 23-125).
Enter the anti-theft code for the radio, then enter thecustomer's radio station presets ('99 - 00 models).
7.

A/T Gear Position Switch
Replacement
1.
2.
7.
Remove the front console, then disconnect the
connector from the A/f gear position swltch
Remove the two mounting nuts
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MOUNT'NG NUTS6x1 0mm98Nm(10kgtm'7lblftl
Position the switch slider to "Neutral" as shown
above.
Move the shift lever to "Neutral", then slip the switch
into position.
Aftach the swjtch with the two mounting nuts.
Test the switch in the E and E position ofthe shift
lever. The engine should start when the shift lever
is in position fl anywhere in the range of free play
Connect the 14P connector, clamp the harness, and
install the front console
14P
A/T Gear Position Switch
Adjustment
1.
3.
Shift to the E position, and loosen the nuts.
slide the switch in the direction of El or E position
lwithin 2.0 mm (0.079 in.)l so that there is continuity
between the No. 1 and No 7 terminals in the range
of free play of the shift lever'
Recheck for continuity between each of the termi-
nats.
NOTE:
. lf adjustment is not possible, check for damage
to the shift lever detent and/or the bracket lf
there is no damage. replace the console switch
. The engine should start when the shift lever is in
position N in the range of free play
E positionA/T GEARPOSITION SWITCH
Djrection of -on, or Dl Positionlwithin 2.0 mm (0.079 in)1
Free play
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LOCK PIN
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Lighting System
Component Location Index
DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTSRESISTOR {Canada)Test, page 23 167
DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS
CONTROL UNIT (Canadal
Input Test, Page 23 166*HEADLIGHT
Adiustment, page 23-168Replacement, page 23-167
SIGNAL LIGHTReplacement, page 23 167
HIGH MOUNT BRAKE LIGHT
Replacement, page 23-177
LICENSE PLATE LIGHTS
Replacement, Page 23'174
INNER TAILLIGHTReplacement, page 23-169
OUTER TAILLIGHTReplacement, page 23 I69
*: Headlight and front parking/front turn signal light cannot be separated.(cont'd)
23-161

Headlights/Front Turn
Signal/Parking Lights
Daytime Running Lights Resistor
Test (Canada)
CAUTION: The daytime running lights resistor becomes
very hot when the daytime running lights are on; do not
touch il or the attaching hardware immediately after
the lights have been iurned off.
1. Disconnect the 3P connector from the resistor.
Terminal side of male
terminals
N4easure the resistance between the resistor termi
nals (No. 1 and No. 2) and the power terminal No. 3.
Resistance: 1.6 O t 0.08 O
Replace the resistor with a new one if any of the
resistances are beyond specification.
It-
Replacement
CAUTION: Halogen headlights b€come very hot in use;
do not touch them or the attaching hardware immedi-
ately after they have been turned off.
1. Remove the front bumper (see section 20).
2. Remove the mounting bolts,
3. Disconnect each connector, then remove the head-
lighVfront turn signal/parking light assembly.
MOUNTINGEOLT
HEADLIGHT/FRONT TUFN SIGNAL/PARKING LIGHT ASSEMBLY
HEADLIGHT: 60/55 W
FRONT TURN SIGNAL/PARKING LIGHT: 21l5 w
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Taillights
Replacement (Except'99 - 00 Sedanl
NOTE:
. Inspect the gasket; replace it il it is distorted or stays
compressed.
. After installing the taillights, run water over them to
make sure they do not leak.
Outer Taillights ('96 - 00 models, except'99 - 00 Sedan):
1. Open the trunk lid/hatch.
2. Disconnect the 4P or 6P connector trom the outer
taillight.
3. Remove the four mounting nuts, then pull out the
outer taillight.
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Hatchback:
BRAKE/TAILLIGHT: 2115W
TURN SIGNAL LIGHT: 21 W
BACK-UP LIGHT: 21 W
4P or 6P CONNECTOR
BRAKE/TAILLIGHT: 2115W
TURN SIGNAL LIGHT: 21 W
BRAKEiTAILLIGHT: 2115 W
BACK-UP LIGHT: 21 W
Inner Taillights (Coupe'96 - 00 models/Sedan'96 - 98
models):
1. Open the trunk lid, then remove the access panel.
2. Disconnect the 4P connector from the inner taillight.
3. Remove the four [three] mounting nuts, then pull
out the inner taillight.
I l: Sedan
Coupei
INNER TAILLIGHT
Sedan:
INNER TAILLIGHT
4P CONNECTOB

Taillights
Replacement ('99 - 00 Sedanl
NOTE:
. Inspect the gasket; replace it if it is distorted or stays
compressed.
. After installing the taillights, run water over them to
make sure they do not leak.
Outer Taillights:
1. Open the trunk lid/hatch.
2. Disconnect the 4P and 2P connector trom the outer
taillight.
3. Remove the four mounting nuts, then pull out the
outer taillight.
TAILLIG}fi
4P CONNECTOR
BRAKE/TAILLIGHT: 2115W
TURN SIGNAL LIGHT: 21 W
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Inner Taillights:
'1. Open the trunk lid, then remove the access panel.
2. Disconnect the 3P and 2P connector from the inner
taillight.
3. Remove the three mounting nuts, then pull out the
inner taillight.
[ ]: Sedan
BRAKE/TAILLIGHT: 2r15 W
BACK.UP LIGHT: 21 W
3P CONNECTOR

High Mount Brake Light Replacement
Hatchback:
1. Loosen the two screws, then remove the high
mount brake light. Be careful not to damage the
hatch spoiler.
2. Remove the bulb socket from the light.
BULB SOCKET
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Coupe/sedan:
1. Remove the rear shelf (see section 20).
2 Remove the two screws, then remove the high
mount brake light from the rear shelf.
HIGH MOUNTBRAKE LIGHT
SCREWS

Window Antenna Coil Test
2.
1.
wtNoowANTENNAcotL
Remove the rear shelf (see section 20).
Disconnect the 2P and lP connectors from the win-
dow antenna coil.
1P CONNECTOB
2P
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CONNECTOR
3.Check for continuity between terminal A1 and body
ground and between terminals 41 and 81.
lf there is no continuity at either check, replace the
window antenna coil.
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Mast Antenna Replacement
1.
2.
Disconnect the connector between the antenna lead
and sub antenna lead.
Remove the two mounting screws, then remove the
mast antenna.
MAST ANTENNA
MOUNTING SCREWS