tires HONDA CIVIC 2003 7.G Workshop Manual

Towing
lf the vehicle needs to be towed, call a professional
towing service. Never tow the vehicle behind another
vehicle with just a rope or chain. lt is very dangerous.
Emergency Towing
There are three popular methods of towing a vehicle.
Flat-bed Equipment The operator loads the vehicle
on the back of a truck. This is the best way of
transporting the vehicle.
To accommodate flat-bed equipment. the vehicle is
equipped with towing hooks (A)and tie down hooks {B).
The towing hook can be used with a winch to pull the
vehicle onto the truck, and the tie down hooks slots can
be used to secure the vehicle to truck.
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Wheel Lift Equipment The tow truck uses two
pivoting arms that go under the tires (front or rear) and
lifts them off the ground. The other two wheels remain
on the ground. This is an acceptable way of towing the
vehicle.
Sling-type Equipment The tow truck uses metal
cables with hooks on the ends. These hooks go around
parts of the frame or suspension and the cables lift that
end of the vehicle off the ground. The vehicle's
suspension and body can be seriously damaged if this
method of towing is attemPted.
lf the vehicle cannot be transported by flat-bed, it
should be towed with the front wheels off the ground lf
due to damage, the vehicle must be towed with the
front wheels on the ground, do the following:
. Release the parking brake.. shift the transmission in Neutral.
It is best to tow the vehicle no farther than 50 miles (80
km), and keep the speed below 35 mph (55 km/h).
. lmproper towing preparation will damage the
transmission. Follow the above procedure exactly. lf
you cannot shift the transmission, the vehicle must
be transDorted on a flat-bed.. Trying to lift or tow the vehicle by the bumpers will
cause serious damage, The bumpers are not
designed to support the vehicle's weight.

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ItemMeasuremeniOualificationSpecilicationSTEERINGTypeElectric, Power assisted rack and pinion
Overall ratio15.1Turns,lock to-lock
Steering wheel diameter360 mm (14.2 in)SUSPENSIONTypeIndependent srrul with stabiliTer. coil springRearDouble wishboneShock absorberFrontTelescopic, hydraulic. nitrogen gas-frlled
RearTelescopic, hydraulic, nitrogen gas,filledWHEEL
ALIGNMENT
CamberFront0"00'
Bear0.45'
CasterFront1'33'TotaltoeFront0 mm (0 in.)
RearIn 2 mm (1/16 in.)BRAKESType of service brakeFrontPowerassisted self-adjusling ventilated disc
BearPower-assisted self-adjusting solid discType of parking brakeMechanical actuating, rear wheelsPad friction surface areaFront45 cm'(7.0 sq in.)x2
Rear28 cm'(4.3 sq in.) x 2TIRESSize offront and reartiresPl95/60 815 88VSize o{ spare tireT125r0 D15 95MAIR
CONDITIONING
CompressorTypeScroll
Number of
cylinders
Capacity85.7 m015.23 cu in.)/rev.
Maximum speed12,000 rpm
Lubricant capacity130 m0 {4 1/3 floz)
LubricanttypeSP-10 (P/N 38897'P13-A01AH or38899-P13 A01)CondenserTypeCorrugated finEvaporatorTvpeCorrugated fin
BlowerTypeSirocco fan
Motor type220 Wl12 V
Speed control4 Speeo
Maximum capacity480 m" 116.900 cu ft)/hTemperature controlAirmixtype
Compressor clutchTvpeDry, single plate, poly-V belt drive
Electricalpower
cons!mptron at
68"F (20.C)
42 W maximum at 12 V
RefrigerantTypeHFC 134a (R-134a)
Capacity500 550 g (17.6 19.4 oz)
Design Specifications
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Do the items in parts A, B, C, D, and E as required for mileage/time interval listed.
AReplace engine oillsee page 8-5i. Capacity without lilter change: 4.0 S (4.2 US qt, 3.5 lmp qt)Rotate tires. Follow the pattern shown in the Owner's Manual Checktire information and condition.
BReplace engine oil filter lsee page 8-6). Capacity with filter change: 4.20 (4.4 US qt, 3.7 lmp qt)Inspect front and rear brakes (see page 19 3i.. Check pads and djscs for wear (thickness), damage, and cracks.' Check calipers tor damage, leaks, and tjghtness ot mount bolts.Check parking brake adjustment. Should be Iully applied within 7 to I clicks.Inspect tie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots {see page 17 5).. Check rack grease and steering linkage.. Check boots for damage and leaking grease. Chack fluid line {or damage and leaks.lnspect suspension components.. Chock bolts fo r tig htness.. Check condition of ball ioint boots lor deterioration and damage.Inspect driveshaft boots. Check boots for cracks and boot bands for tightness (see page 16-3).Insp€ct brake hoses and lines {including ABS). Checkthe mastercylinder, proponioning control valve, and ABS modulator{or damageand leakage.Check all fluid levels and condition ot tluids; check for leaks. lf necessary, add MTF lsee page 13'3), engioe coolant, brake fluid, and
Lwindshield washer fluid.lnspectexhaust system*. Check catalytic converter heatshield, exhaust pipe and mufflerfordamage,leaks, and tightness {soe page 9,8).lnspect {uel lines and connections*. Check for loose connections, cracks and deterioration; retighten loose connoctions and replacedamaged parts (s€e page 11 146).
InsDect and adiust drive belt.. Look for cracks and damage, and inspect auto tensioner (needs no adjustment).Replace the dust and pollen lilter (see page 21 39).. Replacethe dustand pollen filter whenever airf low lrom the heating and cooling system is lessthan normal.
Replace air cleaner element every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) (independent of time).
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According to state and federal regulations, failure to do the maintenance items marked with asterisk( * ) will not void customer's emissionswarranties. However, Honda recommends that all maintsnance service be done at the recommended interval to ensure long term reliability.
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Do the items in parts A, B, C, D, E, F, and G as required for mileage/time interval listed.
Feplace engine oil(see pageS 5). Capacity withoutlilter change:4.0 q (4.2 US qt,3.5lmp qt)
Replace engjne oil filter (see page I 6). Capacity with filter change: 4.2 0 14.4 US qt, 3.7 lmp qt)Insoect front and rear brakes,. Check pads and discsforwearlthickness), damage, andcracks.. Check calipers for damage, leaks, and tightness of mount bolts.Lubricate door locks, latches and hinges with Honda white lithium grease.Rotate tires, if the vehicle has been driven the distance listed. Follow the pattern shown in the Owner's Manual-Check tire inflaron aoocondition,Inspecttie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots (see page 17,5).. Check rack grease and steering linkage.. Check boots for damage and leaking grease.. Checklluid linefordamage and leaks.Inspect suspensron components. Check bolts for tightness.. Check condition of ball joint boots for deterioration and damage.Inspect driveshaft boots. Check boots for cracks and boot bands for tightness (see page 16-3).
Check parking brake adjustment. Should be fully applied within 7 to 9 clicks.Insp€ct brake hoses and lioes. (including ABS). Check the master cylinder, proportioning control valve, and ABS modulator for damageand leakage (see page 19-24).Check all fluid levels and condition ot lluids; check for leaks. lf necessary, add MTF (see page 13 3), engine coolant, brake fluid, andwindshield washer f luid.Inspect exhaust system*. Check catalytic converter heat shield, exhaust pipe and muffler for damage, leaks, and tightness (see page 9 8).Inspect fuel lines and connections*. Check for loose connections, cracks and deterioration; retighten loose connections and replacedamaged pans (seo page 11'146).Check alllights. Checkfunction otallinterior and exterior lights, andthe position ofthe headlights (see page 22-68).Inspect the v€hicle underbody. Check the paint for damage, scratches, stone chippin0, and dents.
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InsDect and adiust drive belt.. Look tor cracks and damage, and inspect auto tensioner {needs no adjustment).Reolace dust and oollen filter.
Replace air cleaner element every 15,000 miles 124,000 km) in dustv condition {independent ol timei otherwise use Normal Conditionsscredule (see page 11-162).
lReplaceaircleanerelementevery30,000miles(48,000km)(independento{timei(seepagell-162).
Replace brake fluid every 3 years (independent oJ mileagei.
Replacethe dust and pollen Iilter every 15,000 miles ifvehicle is driven mostlywhere air has high concentration olsootfrom industryanddiesel powered vehiclesj also replace the dust and pollen filter anytime aarflow is less than ussal (see pags 21-39).
According to state and federal regulations, failure to do the maintenance items marked with asterisk (*) will not void customer's emissionswarranties. However, Honda recommends that all maintenance services be done at the recommended interval to ensure long-term reliability,
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Maintenance Schedule
Service atthe indicated distance ortime,whichever comes first.miles x 1,000t020304050708090 100110r20
km x 1,000163248648096112128144 160192
months12243486012
Replace engine oilooooaooaaoOa
Rotate tires{Check tire intlation and condition at least once per month)
Replace engine oil filterooaaaa
Inspect front and rear brakes
Check parking brake adjustment
Visually inspect the following items:. Tie-rod ends, steering gearbox and boots. Suspension components. Driveshaft boots. Brake hoses and lines (including ABSi. Allfluid levels and condition of{luids. Exhaust system*. Fuel lines and connections*
Inspect and adjust drive beltaaaa
Replace dust and pollen filter
Reolace transmission fluid
Servicethe following items at the recommended intervals
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Replace air cleaner elementEvery 30,000 miles (48,000 km)
Replace spark plugsEvery 110,000 miles (176,000 Lm)
Inspect valve clearanceInspect every 110,000 miles {176,000 km), otherwise adiusl only if noisy.
Inspect idle speed*Every 160.000 mr es 1256,000 km) or 8 years
Replace engine coolantAt 120,000 miles (192,000 km) or 10 years, then every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 5
Replace brake fluidEvery 3 years
Listed by Maintenance ltem for Normal Conditions
Follow the Normal Schedule if the severe driving conditions specified in the lMaintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions on the next page do
not apply, and if only OCCASIONALLY driven in severe driving conditions.Follow the Severe Conditions schedule if the vehicle is driven MAINLY in Canada.
* : According to state and lederal regulations, failure to do the maintenance items marked with asterisk (*) will not void customer's emissions
warranties. However, Honda recommends that all maintenance service be done at the recommended interval to ensure long-term reliability-
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Listed by Maintenance ltem for Severe Conditions
Use this schedule if the vehicle is driven MAINLY in Canada or in anv of the followina conditions.NOTE: it only OCCASIONALLY driven in theseconditions, use the Normal Conditions schedute.Sovere Driving Conditions. Driving less than 5 miles (8 km) per trip or, in lreezing temperatures, driving less than. Driving in extremely hot over 90 "F 132 'C)conditions.10 miles (16 km) per trip.
. Extensive idling, or long periods ot stop-and-go-driving, such as a taxi or a commercial delivery vehicle.. Trailer towing, driving with a cartop carrier, or driving in mountainous conditions.. Driving on muddy, dusty, or de iced roads.
Service at the indicated distance or time,whichever comes first.miles x 1,000102030405060708090100110120
km x 1,0001648648096112128144160176192
months122436486072
Replace engine oilReplace every 5,000 miies 18,000 km)or 6 months
Rotate tires{Checktire intlation and condition at leastonce per monthiaoaaoaaoaaao
Replace engine oil fiher
Inspect front and rear brakes
Lubricate all locks, hinges, and latches
Visually inspect the following items:. Tie rod ends, steering gearbox and boots. Suspension components' Driveshaft boots
Checl parking brale adjuslmentaaOaoa
Visually inspect the following items:. Brake hoses and lines {including ABSi. Allfluid levels and condition oflluids. Exhaust system*. Fuel lines and connections*. Lights and controls, vehicle underbody
Inspect and adjust drive behoaoa
Replace dust and pollen filter"o't'
Replace transmission lluidaa
Service the following items atthe recommended interuals
Replace air cleaner elementEvery 15,000 miies (24,000 km) in dusty conditions, otheMise use normal schedule.
Replace spark plugsEvery 110,000 miles (176,000 km)
Inspect valve clearanceInspect every 110,000 miles (176,000 km), otheMise adiust only if noisy.
Inspect idle speed'Every 160,000 miles (256,000 km)or8 vears
Replace engine coolantAt 120,000 miles (192,000 km) of 10 years,lhen every 60,000 miles (96,000 km)or 5
Replace brake fluidEvery 3 years
* : According to state and federal regulations, failure to do the maintenance items marked with asterisk 1*)will not void customer's emissionswarranties. However, Honda recommends that all maintenance service be done at the recommended interval to ensure long{erm reliabilitv.
NOTE 1: Replace the dust and pollen filter at 15,000 miles/24,000 km if the vehicle is driven mostly in urban areas that have high concentrationsof soot in the air from industrv and diesel-Dowered vehicles.
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Remove the drive belt (see page 4-26).
Remove the lvC line mounting bolt.
20. Remove the radiator cap.
21. Raise the hoist to full height.
22. Remove the front tires/wheels.
23. Remove the splash shield.
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24. Loosen the drain plug in the radiatorto drain the
engine coolant (see page 10-6).
25. Drain the transmission fluid (see page 13'3).
26. Drain the engine oil {see page 8-5).
27. Disconnect the stabilizer links (see page 18-18).
28. Disconnect the suspension lower arm ball joints
(see step 3 on page 18-19).
29. Remove the driveshafts {see page 16-3). Coat all
precision finished surfaces with clean engine oil.
Tie plastic bags over the driveshaft ends.
30. Disconnect the air fuel ratio {4,/F) sensor connector
(A) and secondary heated oxygen sensor
(secondary HO2S) connector (B), then remove the
three way catalytic converter {TWC) assembly {C).
31. Remove the lower hose.
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9. Rotate the crankshaft 180" clockwise (camshaft
pullev turns 90').
Check and, if necessary, adjust the valve clearance
on No.4 cylinder.
Rotate the crankshaft 180" clockwise (camshaft
pulley turns 90").
Check and, if necessary, adjust the valve clearance
on No. 2 cylinder.
Install the cylinder head cover (see page 6-41).
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Crankshaft Pulley Removal and
Installation
Special Tools Required. Holder handle 07JAB-001020A. Holder attachment, 50 mm 07NAB-001040A. Socket, 19 mm 07JAA-001020,4 or a commercially
available 19 mm socket
Removal
1. Remove front tires/wheels.
2. Remove the splash shield (see step 23 on page 5-5).
3. Hold the pulley with holder handle (A) andholder
attachment (B).
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Remove the bolt with a 19 mm socket (C) and
breaker bar.
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Cylinder Head
Crankshaft Pulley Removal and
Installation (cont'dl
Installation
1. Clean the crankshaft pulley (A), crankshaft (B), bolt(C). and washer (D). Lubricate as shown below.
. .: Clean
O; Lubricate
Installthe crankshaft pulley, and hold the pulley
with holder handle (A) and holder attachment {B).
B07NAB-0010iroA
A07JAB-001020A
Tighten the bolt to 245 N.m (25.0 kgf.m, 181 tbf.ft)with a torque wrench and 19 mm socket (C). Do notuse an impact wrench.
Install the splash shield (see step 20 on page 5-12).
Insta ll front tires/wh eels.
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Cam Chain Removal
NOTE: Keep the cam chain away from magnetic fields.
1. Turn the crankshaft pulley so ils top dead center(TDC) mark (A) lines up with the poinrer (B).
Remove the front tires/wheels.
Remove the splash shield.
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4. Remove the drive belt (see page 4-26).
5. Remove the cylinder head cover (see page 6-22).
6. Remove the crankshaft pulley (see page 6-11).
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Steering
Steering Wheel Rotational Play
Check
1. Turn the front wheels to the straight ahead position.
2. Measure how far you can turn the steering wheel
left and right without moving the front wheels.
. lf the play is within the limit, the gearbox and
linkage are OK.. lf the playexceedsthe limit, adjustthe rack guide
{see page '17-13). lf the play is still excessive after
rack guide adjustment, inspect the steering
linkage and gearbox {see page 17-5).
BOTATIONAL PLAY: 0 10 mm (0-0.39 in.l
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Power Assist Check
Start the engine, and let it idle.
Attach a commercially available spring scale to the
steering wheel. With the engine idling and the
vehicle on a clean, dry floor, pull the scale as
shown, and read it as soon as the tires begin to turn.
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3. lf the scale reads no morethan 29 N (3.0 kgf,6.6 lbf),
the power assist is OK. lf it reads more, check these
items:
. Front tire pressure. Steering linkage (see page 17-5). Rack gulde adjustment (see page 17-13). EPS system (see page 17-18)