Replacement part HONDA CIVIC 1997 6.G User Guide

IRack Guide Adjustment
NOTE: Perform rack guide adjustment with the wheels
in the straight ahead Position.
1. Loosen the rack guide screw locknut with the
cialtool.
'96 - '97 models:
Loosen the rack guide screw
'98 - '00 models:
Remove the rack guide screw and remove the old
sealant off of the threaded section.
Apply new sealant all around the threads. Loosely
installthe rack guide screw
Tighten the rack guide screw to 25 N'm (2.5 kgf'm.
18 lbf.ft), then loosen it.
Retighten the rack guide screw to 3 9 N'm (0.4 kgim,
2.9 lbf.ft), then back it off to specified angle.
Specified Return Angle: 20" max.
Tighten the locknut while holding the rack guide
screw.
Check for tight or loose steering through the com-
plete turning travel.
Perform following insPections:
. Steering operation (see page 17-30).
. Power assist with vehicle parked.
4.
LOCKNUT WRENCH, 40 mm
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Fluid Replacement
Check the reservoir at regular intervals, and add fluid as
necessary.
CAUTION: Always us€ Genuine Honda Power Stearing
Fluid-V or S. Using any other type of power sto€ring
tluid or automatic transmission lluid can cause
increased wear and poor steering in cold weathor.
SYSTEM CAPACITY:
0.85 liter 10.90 US' qt,0.75 lmp'qt)
at disassembly
RESERVOIR CAPACITY:
0.4 liter (0.42 US. qt, 0.35 lmP.qt)
LEVEL LINE
LOWER LEVEL LINE
1. Raise the reservoir, then disconnect the return nose.
2. Connect a hose of suitable diameter to the discon-
nected return hose, and put the hose end in a suit-
able container.
CAUTION: Take care not to spill tho fluid on the
body and parts. Wipe off any spill€d fluid at oncs'
3. Start the engine, let it run at idle, and turn the steer-
ing wheel from lock-to-lock several times When
fluid stops running out of the hose, shut off the
engine, Discard the fluid.
4. Reinstall the return hose on the reservoir'
5. Fill the reservoir to the upper level line.
6. Start the engine and run it at fast idle, then turn the
steering trom lock-to-lock several times to bleed air
trom the system.
7. Recheck the fluid level and add some it necessary.
CAUTION: Do not fill the reservoir beYond the
upper l€vel line.
HOSE

Disassembly
CAUTION: The power steering components are made of aluminum. Avoid damaging the components during assembly.
NOTE:
. Ctean the disassembled parts with a solvent, and dry them with compressed air. Do not dip the rubber parts in a sol-
vent.
. Alwavs replace the O-rings and rubber seals with new ones before assembly.
. Apply recommended power steering fluid to the parts indicated in the assembly procedures'
. Do not allow dust, dirt, or other foreign materials to enter the power steering system.
. Replace the pump as an assembly ifthe parts indicated with asterisk (*) are worn or damaged'
FLANGE BOLTS20 N.m {2.0 kgf.m,14 rbf ft)
5 mm ROLLER
4.5 mm ROLLER
*OUTER SIOE PLATE
*SUB-VALVE
.PUMP NOTOR
}SIDE PLATE
l,/SNAP RING13 x 1.9 mm O-RINGReplace.
15.2 x 2.4 mm O-RINGReplace.
INLET JOINT
51 x 2.4 mm O-RINGReplace.
FLANGE BOLTS11 N m 11.1 kgf.m,8 rbf.ftl
PUMP SEALReplace.
PUMP SEAL SPAC€R
.PUMP DRIVE SHAFT
BALL BEARINGlnspection and RePlacement,see page 17-43
10 mm CIRCLIP
*FLOW CONTROI- VALVEInspection and Overhaul,se[ pase tt.tz g
4 --{;'rX!;'seatuc/ $
mm O-RINGPULLEY NUT6il N.m {6.5 kgf.m,47 tbf.frlFI-OW CONTROL VALV€ CAP49 N.m {5.0 kgt m,36 rb{.ft)
(cont'd)
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Front Suspension
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Lower Ball Joint Replacement
Remove the knuckle (see page 18-11).
Remove the boot by prying the set ring off.
Check the boot for deterioration and damage.
replace if necessary.
Install the special tools onto the ball joint and tight-
en the casfle nut.
Position the special tools over
shown. then set the assembly in
ball joint out of the knuckle,
BALL JOINT REMOVER/INSTALLER07965 - SB00r00
CASTLE NUT
the ball joint as
a vise. Press the
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BALL JOINT REMOVER BASE07JAF - SH20200
Place the ball joint in position by hand.
Install the special tools over the ball joint as shown,
then press the ball joint in.
BALL JOINT INSTALLEB BASE07965 - 5800200
BALL JOINT HOUSING SURFACE
18-16
8. Install the ball joint boot and set ring using the spe-
cial tool (see page 18-16).
ADJUSTING BOLTAdjust rhe depth byturning the bolt.
Install the knuckle in the reverse order of removal,
and pay particular attention to the following items:
. Be careful not to damage the ball joint boots
when installing the knuckle,
. Torque all mounting hardware to the specified
torque values.
. Torque the castle nuts to the lower torque speci-
fications. then tighten them only far enough to
align the slot with the pin hole. Do not align the
castle nut by loosening.
. Install new cotter pins into the castle nuts after
torquang.
. Avoid twisting the sensor wires when installing
the wheel sensor.
. Before installing the brake disc. clean the mating
surfaces of the front hub and the inside of the
brake disc.
. Before installing the wheel, clean the mating sur-
face of the brake disc and the inside of the wheel.. Check the front wheel alignment, and adjust it if
necessary {see page 18-4).

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Conventional Brake
Speciaf Tools .............19'2
Component Locations
lndex ................ ...... 19-3
Inspection and Adiustment
Brake System Rubber Parts
and Brake Booster ...........,.,............. 19-4
Brake Pedal ............ 19-5
Parking Brake ........ 19-6
Bleeding ................. 19-7
Front Brake Pads
Inspection and Replacement .......... 19-8
Front Erake Disc
Disc Runout Inspection ................... 19-12
Disc Thickness and Parallelism
Inspection .......... 19-12
Front Brake Caliper
Disassembly .......... 19'13
Reassembly ........... 19-16
Master Cylinder/Brake Booster
Removal/lnstallation ....................... 19-21
Pushrod Clearance Adiustment ...... 19-22
Brake Booster Inspection ................ 19-23
Rear Brake Pads
Inspection and Replacement ,,........ 19-24
Rear Brake Disc
Disc Runout lnspection ................... 19-26
Disc Thickness and Parallelism
Inspection .......... 19-26
Rear Brake Caliper
Disassembly ...........19-27
Reassembly ........." 19-31
Rear Drum Brake
Index/lnspection .............................. 19-35
Inspection ....,.,....... 19-36
Brake Shoe Disassembly ..............." 19-37
Brake Shoe Reassembly ...............'.. 19-37
Brake Hoses/Lines
Inspection/Torque Specifications ..... 19-39
Hose Replacement ........................... 19-40
Parking Brake Cable
lnspection and Replacement ........,. 19-41
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Rear Brake Disc
Disc Runout Inspection
1.Loosen the front wheel nuts slightly, then raise thevehicle, and suppon it on safety stands. Removethe front wheels.
Remove the brake pads (see page 19-24).
Inspect the disc surface for damage and cracks.Clean the disc thoaoughly, and remove a

rust.
Use wheel nuts and suitable plain washers to holdthe disc securely against the hub. then mount a dialindicator as shown. and measure the runout at10 mm (0.4 in) from the outer edge of the disc.
Brake Disc Runout:
Service Limit:0.10 mm {0.00,t in)
5. lf the disc is beyond the service limit, refinish thebrake disc,
Max. Retinishing Limit: 8.0 mm {0.31 in)
NOTE: A new disc should be refinished if its runoutis greater than 0.10 mm (0.004 in).
19-26
Disc Thickness and Parallelism
Inspection
1. Loosen the front wheel nuts slightly, then raise thevehicle, and support it on safety stands. Removethe front wh6els.
2. Remove the brake pads (see page j9-24).
3. Using a micrometer. measure disc thickness aterght points, approximately 45" apart and 1o mm{0.4 in) in from the outer edge of the disc. Replacethe brake disc if the smallest measurement is lessthan the max. refinishing limit.
Brake Disc Thickness:
Standard: 8.9 - 9.1 mm (0.350 - 0.358 in)Max. Rsfinishing Limit: 8.0 mm {0.31 in}
Brake Disc Parallelirm: 0.015 mm(0.0006 inl msx.
NOTE; This is the maximum allowable differencebetween the thickness measurements.
4. lf the disc is beyond the service limit for Darallelism.refinish the brake disc.
NOTE; See section 18 for brake disc replacement.

Brake Hoses/Lines
Hose Replacement
CAUTION:
. Bgfore reagsembling, chgck that all parts are free of
dust and othor foroign particles.
. Repl8ce parts with new ones whenever specified to
do so,
. Do not spill brake fluid on th6 vehicle; it may damage
tho paint; if brake fluid does contact the paint, wash
it off immediately with water.
1.Replace the brake hose if the hose is twisted, cracked,
or if it leaks.
Disconnect the brake hose from the brake line using
a 10 mm flare nut wrench.
FLARE NUTWRENCHlCommerciallyava ilable)
BRAKE LINE
BRAKE HOSE
Remove and discard the brake hose cliD from the
brake hose.
Remove the banjo bolt, and disconnect the brake
hose from the caliper.
Remove the brake hose bracket from the knuckle.
19-40
10.
6. Install the brake hose bracket and brake hose onto
the knuckle first. then connect the brake hose to the
caliper with the banjo bolt and new sealing washers.
BRAKE HOSE
6 mm HOSE BRACKETBOLTS9.8 N.m{1.0 kgf m, 7 lbtfr}
BANJO BOI.T34 N.m{3.5 kgf.m,25 lbt.ftl
7. Install the brake hose onto the uooer brake hose
bracket with a new brake hose clip
15 N.m(1.s ks{.m, 11 lbl.ftl
Connect the brake line to the brake hose.
After installing the brake hose, bleed the brake sys-
tem (see page 19-7).
Perform the following checks:
. Check the brake hose and line joint for leaks, and
tighten if necessary.
. Check the brake hoses for interference and twist-
I ng.
8.

Doors
Door Panel Replacement
NOTE: Take care not to scratch the door panel and otherparts.
1. Remove:
. Inner handle (see page 20-9)
. Regulator handle (see page 20-4)
2. Remove the door grip cover, then remove the screws.
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20-10
3. Release the clips that hold the door panel. Removethe door panel by pulling it upward.
NOTE: Remove the door panel with as little bend-ang as possible to avoid creasing or breaking it.
,L12 mm(0.47 in.) T-TRIM PADREMOVER(Commercially
available)Snap-on#4177, orequival€nt
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lmm l---4 ,nu"(o.o1in.l 1 f- -l45 mm '
11.77 in.l
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4. Installation is the reverse of the removal Drocedure.

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7. Pull the drain tubes out the front and rear pillars.
NOTE: Before pulling out the drain tube, tie a string
to the end of it so it can be reinstalled.
Installation is the reverse of the removal procedure.
NOTE:
. Before installjng the frame, clear the drain tubes
and drain valves by using compressed air.
. Check the frame seal.
. Clean the surface of the frame.
. When installing the frame, first attach the rear
hooks into the body holes.
. When connecting the drain tube, slide it over the
frame nozzle at least 10 mm (0.39 in.).
. Install the tube clip as shown.
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TUBE CLIP
Check for water leaks.
NOTE: Do not use high-pressure water.
DRAIN TUBE
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Guide Rails/Cable Assembly
Replacement
CAUTION: Put on gloves to protect your hands,
1. Remove the frame.
Remove the motor and glass bracket (see page 20-52).
Remove the nuts, and lift off each guide rail, then
remove the cable assembly with sliders attached.
NOTE: Take care not to bend the cable tubes and
guide rails.
Installation is the reverse of the removal procedure.
NOTE:
. Oamaged parts should be replaced.
. Grease the sliding portion with Super High Temp
Urea Grease, P/N 08758 - 9002.
. Fillthe groove in each grommet with sealant.
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Install the frame seal securely.
Before installing the motor. make sure both slid-
ers are parallel.
Before installing the motor. install the frame and
glass, then check the opening drag (see page 20-
GROMMET

Interior
Component Location Index
SRS comDonents are located jn the parts areas marked with an asterisk (*). Review the SRS component locations, precau
tions, and procedures in the SRS section {24) before performing repairs or service.
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CENTER PILLARUPPER TRIM{see page 20 591
FRONT PILLARTRIM{see pages 20 59,60,61)
REAR PILLARTRIM
TRUNKTRIM(see page 20-62)
SEATSIDE TRIM{see page 20-59)
{see page 20 59}
CENTER PILLARLOWER TRIM PANEL(see page 20-59)
REAR ROOF TRIM(see page 20-65)
:
OUARTERTRIM PANEL
{see page 20'61)
HEADLINERReplacement, Page 20'64
*OASHBOARO
Component Removal/lnstallation,page 20 68
REARlsee page 20 59)
REAR TRIM PANEL
lsee page 20-62)
Removal, page 20-70
*CARPET
Replacement, page 20 66
PANELReplacement, page 20-67
3D:
REAR SIDESHEI-F(see page 20-60)
OUARTERTRIM PANEL(see page 20-60)SIDE TRIM PANEL(see page 20-6'l)
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HATCHSIDE TRIM(see pase 20 63)
REAR ROOF TRIM(see page 20 65)REAR ROOFTFIM(see page 20'65)HATCHUPPERTRIMlsee page 20 63)
CENTERSHELFlsee page 20 60)
REARPANELlsee page 20 60)
SIDE TRIM{see page 20 60)REARPANEL(see page 20 62)
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HATCHTRIM PANEL(see page 20-63)
SIDE TRIMPANEL(see page 20-60)
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Consoles/Console Panel
Replacement
NoTE:Takecarenottoscratchthefrontandrealconso|es,frontseatandre|atedparts.
Disassemble in numbered sequence
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::r_l REAB CONSoLE(with armrest)
lnstallation is the reverse of the removal procedure
NOTE:
. lf necessary, replace any damaged clips.
. Make sure the wire harnesses are not pinched.
. Make sure the connector is connected properly.
€] FRONT CONSOLERemove the shift lever knob (M/T)
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