1996 HONDA CIVIC cable reel

Warning/Caution Label Locations
A: CABLE REEL CAUTION A: '96 -99 model
TO SERVICE MANUAL FOR DETAILED INSTRUC.
TtoNs.
'00 model
ALLATION OF THE SRS CAELE REEL IS CRITICAL TO
THE PROPER OPERATION OF THE SRS SYSTEM. REFER TO
THE SERVICE MANUAL DETAILED INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS.
(cont'd)
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C: DRIVER MODULE OANGER
DANGEREXPLOSIVE/FLAMMABLECONTACT WITH ACIO. WATER OR HEAVY METALS SUCH
AS COPPER. I.EAD OR MERCURY MAY PRODUCE HARMFUL
AND IRRITATING GASES OR EXPLOSIVE COMPOUNDS,
STOBAGE TEMPERATURES MUST NOT EXCEED 2OO'F
I1(x}"CI. FOR PROPER HANDLING. STORAGE AND DISPOS.
AL PROCEDURES REFER TO SERVICE MANUAL. SRS SUP.
PLEMENT.POTSONCONTAINS POISONOUS SODIUM AZIOE AND POTASSIUM
NITRATE.FIRST AID:IF CONTENTS ARE SWALLOWED, INDUCE VOMITING, FOB
EYE CONTACT. FLUSH EYES WTTH WATER FOR 15 MINUTES.
IF GASES {FNOM ACIO OR WATEB CONTACTI ARE INHALED,
SEEK FRESH AIR. IN EVERY CASE, GET PBOMPT MEDICAL
ATTET,ITION.KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
Br oRIVER MODULE WARNING
WARNINGTHE AIRBAG INFLATOR IS EXPLOSIVE AND, IF ACCIOEN-
TALLY DEPLOYEO, CAN SERIOUSLY HURT OR KILL YOU.. DO NOT USE ELECTRICAL TEST EoUIPMENT oR PROB-
ING OEVICES.THEY CAN CAUSE ACCIDENTAL DEPLOYMENT.o NO SERVICEABLE PARTS lNSlDE. DO NOT
DISASSEMBLE.. PLACE AIRBAG UPRIGHT WHEN REMOVED.. FOLLOW SERVICE MANUAL NSTBUCTIONS CAFEFULLY.

Transmission
Installation (cont'dl
9. Attach the torque converter to the drive plate witheight drive plate bolts and torque as follows:Rotate the crankshaft pulley as necessary to tightenthe bolts to 1/2 of the specified torque. then to thefinal torque, in a crisscross pattern.
After tightening the last bolt, check that the crank-shaft rotates freely.
TOROUE: 12 N.m {1.2 kgl.m, 8.7 tbt{r}
10 x 1.25 mm
6x1.0mm12 N.m (1.2 kgt m,8.7 rbt ft)
I 1.25 mm2/t N.m {2.4 kg{.m,17 tbt ftlCONVERTEB
10. Install the torque convener cover and the €nginestiffener.'11. Tighten the crsnkshaft pull€y bolt, if necessary (see
section 61.
12. Connect the ATF cooler hoses to the ATF cooler lines(see page 1,t192).
ATF COOIIRUNE
10 x 1.25 mma,l N.m {4.5 kgl.m,33 rbt.fttRIGHT FRONT 12 x 1.25 mmMOUNT/BRACKET 6.t N.m (6.5 kg{.m,47 tbt ftl
13. Install the right front mounvbracket.
4,r N.m 14.5 kgf.m,33 lbtft)
COVER
L,
14-1A4
SHIFT CABLE
SHIFT CAAE COVER
14. Install the control lever with a new lock washer tothe control shaft, then install the shift cable cover.
CAUION: Taks care not to bend the shift cable.
L(rcK WASHERReplace.
8 x 1,25 r'|m22N-m12.2 tgt m. 16lbnftl
x 1.0 mmtit N.m 11.4 kgt m,10 tbr,ft,
15. lnstall the exhaust pipe A.
NOTE: D16Y8 engine is shown; D16y/ engine is sim_ilar.
Replace.
GASKETReplace.
SELF.LOCKING NUTReplace.10 x 1.25 mm54 N.m (5.5 lgf.m,40 tbt ftl
NUTSELF.LOCKING NUTReplace.8 x 1.25 mm22 N.m {2.2 kgl.m, 16lbtfrl
Replace.8 x 1.25 mm16 N.m {1.6 kgI.m,12 tbf.ft)

Component Locations
tlndex
Manual Steering
NOTE:
. lf an intact airbag assembly has been removed from a scrapped vehicle or has been found defective or damaged dur-
ing transit. storage or service, it should be deployed (see section 24)'
o Before removing the gearbox, remove the driver's airbag assembly and steering wheel
. After insta lling the gearbox, check the wheel alignmentand adjust if necessary
SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations, precautions, and procedures in the SRS
section 124) before performing repairs or service'
STEERING WHEELRemoval/lnstallation, Page 17'35
Disassembly/FeassemblY, page 17-36
DRIVER'S AIRBAG ASSEMBLY
Removal/lnstallation, see section 24
STEERING COLUMNRemoval/lnstallation, Page 17-37
Inspection, page 17'38
CABLE REELRemoval/lnstallation, see section 24
IGNTTION SWITCH
See section 23
STEERING GEARBOXRack Guide Adiustment, Page 17-5
Removai, page 17'5Disassembly, Page 17_7Reassembly, page 17_9Installation, page 17 13TIE.ROD END BALL JOINT
Ball Joint Boot Replacement, page 17-68
J
t,
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Steering Gearbox
Installation (cont'dl
Center the cable reel by first rotating it clockwise
until it stops. Then rotate it counterclockwise(approximately two turns) until the arrow mark on
the label points straight up. Reinstall the steering
wheel (see page 17-35).
Install the steering joint cov€r with the clamps and
clrps.
7.
STEERING JOINI COVER
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9. Reconnsct the ti€-rod ends to the steering knuckles,
thon tightsn th€ castle nut ('96 -'97 models) or nut('98 -'00 models) to the specified torque, and install
new cotter pins.
NOTE: Before connecting the tie-rod ends, wipe off
any grease contamination from the ball joint
tapered section and threads.
CAUTION: Torque lhe ct3tle nut to thr lowsr torque
spocification, th€n tighton it only tar anough to
align the 3lot with tho pin hob. Do not align the
nut by loosening ('96 - '97 modcls onlyl.
TIE.ROD
COTTER PINSR6plac6.On rgassombly, b6nd
'96 - 37 model3:
cotter prn as shown.'98 - '00 modol3:
NUT4a N.m(4.5 kgf.m,33 lbr.ftl
CAST1T NUT,O - ilt N'm{4,0 - 4.8 kgf.m.29 - 35 tbtftl
10.Installthe exhaust pipe A or TWC (see section 9).
Connect the shift linkage (see section 13 or section
14).
Install the front wheels.
After installation, perform the following checks.
. Adjust the front toe (see section 18).. Check the steering wheel spoke angle. Adjust by
turning the right and left tie-rods, if necessary.
NOTE: Turn the right and left tie-rods equally.
ll.

Steering Wheel
l,/
Removal
SRS components are located in this area Review the
SRS component locations, precautions, and procedures
in the SRS section (24) before performing repairs or ser-
vice.
NOTE: Before removing the steering wheel. align the
front wheels straight ahead.
1. Remove the driver's airbag assembly from the
steering wheel (see section 24)
2. Disconnect the horn connector and cruise control
switches connector.
CRUISESWITCHES CONNECTOR
3. Remove the steering wheel nut
STEERING WHEEL NUT
Replace.
Remove the steering wheel by rocking it slightly from
side-to-side as you pull steadily with both hands.
ag N.m {5.0 kgt rn, 36lbfft)
1.,
17-35
lnstallation
CAUTION: Do not tap on the steering wheel or steering
column shaft when installing the stsering wheel.
NOTE: Before installing the steering wheel, align the
front wheels straight ahead.
1. Before installing the steering wheel, center the
cable reel, Do this by first rotating the cable reel
clockwise until it stops. Then rotate it counterclock-
wise approximately two turns The arrow mark on
the cable reel label should points straight up.
Install the steering wheel with the steering wheel
nut.
NOTE: Be sure the steering wheel shaft engages
the cable reel and canceling sleeve.
Attach the cruise control switches connector io the
steering wheel cliP,
Connect the horn connector.
Install the driver's airbag assembly, and confirm
proper system operation (see section 24).
Check the horn and cruise control switches for
proper operatrons.
CAELE REEL

Steering Column
I
Removal/lnstallation
SRS components are located in this area. Review the
SRS component locations, precautions, and proceclures
in the SRS sectron (24) before pertorming repairs or ser-
vice.
NOTE: Before removing the steering column for SRS,
remove the driver's airbag assembly and cable reel lsee
section 24).
1. Remove the steering wheel (see page 17 35).
2. Remove the driver's dashboard lower cover and
driver's knee bolster (see section 20).
3. Remove the combination switch assembly from the
steering column sha{t by disconnecting the connec-
tors.
4. Disconnect the ignition switch connectors.
5. Remove the steering joint cover.
6. Bemove the steering joint bolls.
7. Disconnect the steering ioint by moving the joint
toward the column, and remove it from the column
shaft.
8. Remove the steering column by removing the
attaching nuts and bolt.
UPPER
RETAINING COLLABNOTE: Take care not to let the
retaining collar fall out ofposition during installation.
STEERING JOINT BOLTS22 N.m {2.2 kgf.m, 16lbtft}
9. Installation is the reverse of the removal procedure
NOTE:
. Make sure the steering joint is connected as follows:
a. Insert the upper end of the steering ioint onto the
steering shaft (line up the bolt hole with the flat on
the shait), and loosely install the upper joint bolt.
b. Slip the lower end of the steering joint onto the
pinion shaft (line up the bolt hole with the groove
around the shaft), and loosely install the lower
joint bolt.
Be sure that the lowei joint bolt is securely in the
groove in the pinion shaft.
c. Pull on the steering joint to make sure that the
steering joint js fully seated. Then tighten the ioint
bolts.
. 8e sure the wires are not caught or pinched by any
parts when installing the column
. Make sure the wire harness is routed and fastened
properly.
. Make sure the connectors are properly connected.
STEERING COLUMN
COMBINATION SWITCHASSEMBLY
FLANGE NUT13 N.m {1.3 kgl.m.9 lbf ft)
COLUMN COVER
FLANGE BOLTS22Nm12.2kgl'm,16 tbt.tr)
UPPER JOINT BOLTBolt musl line upon shaft.
Groove.
LOWER JOINT BOLT8oh must line up wrthgroove around on shaft.
CLIP
J
JOINT COVER
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Steering Gearbox
Installation (cont'dl
5. Install the stiffener plate with the two gearbox
mounting bolts and stiffener plate aftaching bolts.
CAUTION: Be sure the air tube is not caught orpinched by stiffener plate,
NOTE: Install the bolts loosely first, then tighten
them securely.
7.
8.
6.Install the return hose joint by tightening the l6 mm
flare nut.
Connect the relurn hose securely, and tighten the
adjustable hose clamp from the engine compart-ment.
Connect the feed line and tighten the 14 mm flare
nut.
NOTE: Make sure that there is no interference
between the fluid lines, the rear beam or any otherparts.
ADJUSTABLE HOSECLAMP(see page 17-39)
16 mm FLARE NUT28 N.m {2.9 ksl.m. 20 lbf.ft)
RETURN
1a mm FLARE NUT37 N.m (3.8 kg{.m, 27 lbt.ftl
ATTACHING AOLTS38 N.m 13.9 kgf.m, 28 lbf.ftl
MOUNTING BOLTS(} N.m (4.a kgt m, 32 lbf.ftl
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9.Center the steering rack within its stroke.
Slip the lower end of the steering joint onto the pin-
ion shaft (line up the bolt hole with the groove
around the shaft), and tighten the upper and lower
steering joint bolt.
NOTE:
. Connect the steering shaft and pinion with the
cable reel and steering rack centered.. Be sure that the lower steering joint bolt is securely
in the groove in the steering gearbox pinion.
. lf the steering wheel and rack are not centered,
reposition the serrations at lower end of the
steering joint.
10.
STEERING JOINTUPPER BOLT22 N.m (2.2 kgf.m,16 tbt.ftl
PINION SHAFT
Groove,
STEERING JOINTLOWER BOLT22 N.m (2.2 kgt.m, 16lbtttl
11.Center the cable reel by first rotating it clockwise
until it stops. Then rotate it counterclockwise(approximately two turns) until the arrow mark onthe label points straight up. Reinstall the steeringwheel (see page 17 35).

Connector ldentification and Wire Harness Routing
Connector or
Terminal
Number of
CavhiosLocationConnocts ioNotes
c401
c402
c403
c404
c405
c406
c407
c407
c408
c409
c410
c411
c412
c413
c414
c415
c416
c417
c418
c4l9
c420
c42'l
c423
c424
c425
c426
c427
c42A
c429
c430
c431
c432
c433
c434
c435
c431
c438
c439
'14
't4
I
I
10't2
24
16
7
o
18
20
18
7
6
I
o
4
7
8
14
1
Above under-dash fuss/relay box
Under left side ot dash
Under left sid€ of dash
Under left side of dash
Under left side of dash
Und€r left side of dash
Under left side of dash
Under left side of dash
Under left side of dash
Behind under-dash fuse/relay box
Under left side of dash
Under left side of dash
Above under-dash fuse/relay box
Under left side of dash
Under left side of dash
Above under-dash fuse/r€lay box
Under left side of dash
Under left side of dash
Under left side of dash
Behind under-dash fuse/relay box
Eehind under-dash fuse/relay box
Behind under-dash fuse/relay box
Behind under-dash fuse/relay box
Behind under-dash fuse/relay box
Under left side of dash
Under left side of dash
In the steering column cover
In the steering column cover
In the steering column cover
In the steering column covEr
Under left side of dash
Under left side of dash
Under middle of dash
Under middle of dash
Under middle of dash
Under middle of dash
Under left side of dash
Under left side of dash
Eehind under-dash fus€/relay box
Floo. wire harness (C555)
Floor wire harness (C554)
Security system
Cruise control unit
Daytime running lights control unit
Daytime running lights control unit
Roof wire harness (C701)
Moonroof wire harness (C7l1)
Front fog light connector
Integrated control unit
Dashboard wire harness (C504)
Dashboard wire harness (C502)
SRS main harness (C802)
Data link connector
Starter cut relay
lgnition switch
Security system
Clutch switch
Clutch interlock switch
Under-dash fuss/relay box (C9191
Undor-dash fuse/r€lay box {C920)
Under-dash tuse/relay box (C922)
Under-dash luse/relay box (C914)
Under-dash fuse/rBlay box (C915)
Horn relay
Brake swilch
Windshield wiper/washer switch
Rear window wiper/washer switch
Turn signal switch
Combination lighvturn signal switch
Cable reel
lnterlock control unit
Secondary heated oxygen sensor sub-
harn€ss (C781)
Ay'T gear position switch
Shift lock solenoid
Park pin switch and Ay'T gear position
console light
Transmission control module (TCM)
Transmission control module {TCM)
Under-dash fuse/relay box {C925)
ABS
Optional
Canada
Canada
Optional
Atr
MTT
Optional
Mlf
NT
Atf
CVT
CVT
Optional
AN
Atr
G401Left kick panelBody ground, via main wire harness
Main Wir€ Harness (Loft side of da3h and floor branch): '96 - 97 models
*2:Without moonroof*4: With moonroof*5: M/T (with cruise control or for D16Y5 engine)*6: With secondary heated oxygen sensor (H02S)
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