1997 HONDA CIVIC Temperature

Fluid Level
l.Checking/Changing
CAUTION: while chscking and changing, be sure not to
allow dust and other toreign particles to ent€l inlo the
transmission.
Checking
NOTE: Check the fluid level with the engine at normal
operating temperature (the radiator fan comes on).
'1. Park the vehicle on the level ground. Turn oft the
engrne.
2. Remove the dipstick (yellow loop) from the trans-
mission, and wipe lt with a clean cloth.
NOTE: Check the transmission fluid 50 to 90 sec-
onds after shutting off the engine.
3. Insert the diDstick into the transmission.
DIPSTICK (YELLOW LOOPI
Remove the dipstick and check the fluid level.
should be between the uDDer and lower mark.DIPSTICK
5. lf the level is below the lower mark, add fluid into
the filler hole to bring it to the upper mark. Use
Genuine Honda CW Fluid only.
6. Insert the dipstick into the transmission.
14-299
Changing
1. Bring the transmission up to normal operating tem-
perature (the radiator fan comes on) by driving the
vehicle. Park the vehicle on the level ground, and
turn off the engine.
2. Bemove the drain plug, and drain the CVT fluid.
NOTE| lf a cooler flusher is to be used, see page 14-
352 and 14-353.
Reinstall the drain plug with a new sealing washer,
then refill the transmission with Genuine Honda
CVT Fluid to the upper mark on the dipstick.
Automatic Transmission Fluid CaPacity:
3.9 i (4.r US qt. 3.4 lmp qt) 8t chlnging
6.4 I (6.8 US qt, 5.6 lmp qt) 8t ov€lhaul
Rscommended Automatic Transmission Fluid:
Genuine Honda CVT Fluid-
Use Genuine Honda CW fluid only. Using other flu-
ids can affect transmission operation and may
reduce transmission liJe.
Change Interval:
Normal Condition: 30, 000 miles 148,000 km)
Severe Condition: 30,000 miles (48,000 km), but it
you drive at high sPeeds in high
t90"F (32'C) and abovol temper-
atures, the ttansmission fluid
should be changed evsrY 15,000
miles 124,000 km).
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ORAIN PLUG18 x 1.5 mma9 N.7n (5.0 kgl.m, 36 lb{'ftl
SEALING WASHERReplace.

22. Install the shift cable end on the control lever, and
install the shift cable on the shift cable bracket'
CAUTION: Take care not to bend the shift cable'
23. lnstall the clip in the direction shown.
LOCKNUT
SHIFI CABLE 29 N m {3.0 kg{ m, 22lblftl
SHIFT CABLEERACKET
WASHERIPLASTIC)
CONTROL LEVER
24, Connect the solenoid harness connector. the drive
pulley speed sensor connector. and the ground
cable terminals.
6x1.0mm12 N.m {1.2 kgf.m.8,7 rbtft)
GROUND CABLETERMINAL 6x1.0mm
GROUNDTERMINAL
12 N.m {1.2 kgf'm,8.7lbtfrl
DRIVE PULLEYSPEED SENSORCONNECTOR
SOLENOID HARNESS
CONNECTOR
25. Connect the starter motor cable on the starter motor.
and install the cable holder.
NOTE: When installing the staner motor cable. make
sure that the crimped side of the ring terminal is
facing out (see section 23).
STARTEB
BMOUNTING NUT
9 N.m (0.9 kgf m,7 lbf ft)
26. Install all removed connectors and clamps'
27. Install the distributor.
28. Install the intake air duct and air cleaner housing
29.
assemDly.
Refill the transmission with the recommended
Genuine Honda CVT Fluid (see page 14-2991
CAUTION: While filling the CvT Fluid, bs surs not io
allow dust and other fotoign particles to entor into
the transmission.
Connect the battery positive (+) terminal first, then
the negative (-l terminal to the battery'
Check the ignition timing (see section 23).
Start the engine. Set the parking brake, and shift the
transmission through all gears three times Check
shift cable adjustment (see page 14-355).
Check the front wheel alignment (see section 18)
Let the engine reach operating temperature (the
radiator fan comes on) with the transmission in lXl
or E position, then turn it off and check fluid level'
Perform the start clutch calibration procedure on
page 14-293.
Road test as described on pages 14-296 and 14-297
30.
31.
34.
36.
STARTER MOTOR
14-351

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Pump noaseGrating noisefrom pump
Pump gear nois€
Check the tluid level.
lf low, fill the reservoir to the
proper level, and check lor leaks.
Tighten or replace as nocessary.
Cavitation caused bY air bubbles
in the fluid.
Check lor a crushed suction hose
or a loose hose clamp allowing
air into the suction side of the
sy$em.Tighton or roplace as necossary.
NOTE: Pump noise uP to 2 - 3
minutes alter starting in cold
weather is normalCompare pumP noise at operating
temperature to simular vehicle.
lf pump nois€ is abnormallY loud,
remove and inspect the PUmP for
w6ar and damage (see Page 17-
41).
lz/
Rattle or chattgring
17-27
Tighten or replace the Pulley.lf shatt is loose, rePlace thepump.
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lnspection and Adjustment
Pump Pressure Check
Check the fluid pressure as follows to determine
whether the trouble is in the pump or gearbox.
NOTE: First check the power steering fluid level andpump belt tension.
CAUTION: Disconnect the high pr$sure hos€ with care
so as not lo spill the power sieering tluid on tha frame
and other parts.
1. Disconnect the outlet line from the Dumo outlet fit-
ting, then installthe P/S joint adaptor (pump) on the
Dumo outlet.
2. Connect the P/S joint adaptor (hose) to the power
steering pressure gauge, then connect the outlet
hose to the adaptor.
3. Install the power steering pressure gauge to the P/Sjoint adaptor (pump) as shown.
ourlEr HosE FnrNo ,t"ll lrilu"ott
P/S JOINT ADAPTOB IHOSEI07RAK - S0i10l2rol07RAK- 50{{)120
P/S PRESSURE GAUGE07406 - 001000Aor07406 - 0010001
4. Open the shut-off valve fully.
5. Open the pressure control valve fully.
17-34
(Pa.t of tooll11 N.m11.1 kgt m, 8 lbf.ftl
PRESSURECONTROL VALVE
SHUT.OFFVALVE
PUMP OUTLETFITTING
6 x 1.0 mm BOLTlPart of tool)11 N.m11.1 kgf m, 8 lbtftl
7.
Start the engine and let it idle.
Turn the steering wheel from lock-to-lock several
times to warm the fluid to operating temperature.
Measure steady-state fluid pressure while idling. If
the pump is in good condition, the gauge should
read less than 1500 kPa (15 kgf/cmr, 213 psi).
lf it reads high, check the outlet line or valve body
unit (see General Troubleshooting 17-22).
Close the pressure control valve, then close the
shut-off valve gradually until the pressure gauge
needle is stable. Read the oressure.
lmmediately open the pressure control valve fully.
GAUTION: Do not keep lhe prossure control valve
clos€d more then 5 soconds or the pump could be
damagod by over-heating.
lf the pump is in good condition, the gauge should
read at least 6,400 - 7,400 kPa (65 - 75 kgflcm,, 920 -
1,070 psi). A low reading means pump output is too
low for full assist. Repair or replace the pump,
9.
P/S PBESSURE GAUGE07{16 -@1@OA
oi
SI{UT.OFF VALVE

Heater
lllustrated Index
'96 - 98 Models ................................ 21'2
'99 - 00 Models ................................ 21'3
Circuit Diagram
'96 - 98 Models .....21-4
'99 - 00 Models ................................ 21-5
Troubleshooting - '96 - 98 Models
Symptom Chart ............................... 21-6
Heater Control Panel Input/
Output Signals ..............,.............. 21-7
Flowcharts
Blower Motor Speed ................... 21-8
Bf ower Motor ,...21'10
Mode Control Motor ............... ,.'.' 21-13
Recirculation control Motor ....... 21-16
Heater Control Panel ................ ... 21 -14
Troubleshooting - '99 - 00 Models
Symptom Chart ............................... 21-19
Seff-diagnosis Function ............,,,.... 21-20
Flowcharts
Air Mix Control Motor ......,.......... 21-21
Mode Control Motor ............... ..... 21 -25
Recirculation Control Motor ....... 21-27
Bf ower Motor Speed .............. .....21'29
Bf ower Motor ....21-31
Heater Control Panel ................,.. 21-35
Heater Control Panel Input/
Output Signals ............................. 21-36
Blower Unit
Repf acement .........21-37
Overhaul ................ 21-38
* Heater Unit
Replacement ....'....21-39
overhaul """" """' 21-4'l
Heater Control Panel
Repfacement .........21'42
Overhaul -'96 - 98 Models ........... 21-43
Temperature Control
Adjustment - '96 - 98 Models """" 21-44
Adiustment - '99 - 00 Models .......21-45
Air Mix Control Motor
Test - '99 - 00 Models ...........' .......21'46
Replacement - '99 - 00 Models ....21'46
Mode Control Motol
Test ................, .,...'.21'47
Replacement '.'."...21-47
Recirculation Control Motor
Test ................. .......21-48
Repf acement ......." 21-48
Relays
Test ................. .......2'l-49
Heater Fan Switch
Test - '96 - 98 Models ............. .......21-49
Mode Control Switch
Test -'96 - 98 Models ..........."....... 21-50
Power Transistor
Test - '99 - 00 Models ....'........ ....".21-50
*: Read SRS Drecautions before working in this area.

lllustrated Index
'96 - 98 Models
SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations, precautions, and procedures in the SRS
section {24) before performing repairs or service.
BLOWER UNITReplacement, page 21-37Overhaul, page 21-38
HEATER UNITBeplacement, page 21-39Overhaul, page 21-41BLOWERRESISTOBTest,
CONTROL MOTORTest, page 21-48Replacement, page 21'48
a/c swtTcH{wirh A/c)
MOO€MOTORTest, page 21 47Replacement, page 21'47
AIR MIX CONTROL CABLEAdjustment, page 2'1-44Replacement, page 21'43
HEATER FANswtTcHTest, page 2l'49
MODEHEATER CONTBOLPANELswrTcHEsTest, page 21 50Rgplacement, page 2'l-42Overhaul, page 21-43
TEMPERATURE CONTROLLEVERAdiustment, page 21 44
Detroster-aqtivated A/C System
Turning the defroster on activates the A,/C and sets the air flow mode to FRESH. lt is possible to turn the A,/C off or to
change the air flow to RECIRCULATE by pressing the A/C bunon or the FRESH/RECIRCULATE button.
21-2

'99 - 00 Models
SRS components are located in this area, Review the SRS component locations, precautions, and procedures in the SRS
section (24) betore perfoming repairs or service.
HEATER UNITReplacement, page 21'39
Overhaul, page 21-41
BLOWEB UNITReplacement, page 21-37Overhaul, page 21 38
HEATER FANswtTcH
RECIRCULATIONCONTROL MOTORTest, page 21-48Beplacement, page 21-48
AIR MIX CONTROL MOTOBTest, page 21-46Replacement, page 21 46
BLOWERTest, page 21-49
POWER TRANSISTORTest, page 21 50
HIGH RELAY
MODE CONTROLDIALHEATER VALVE CABLEAdjustment, page 21 45TEMPERATURE CONTROLDIALAdjustment, page 21-45
REAR WINDOWDEFOGGERswtrcHSee section 23MODEMOTORTest, page 21 47Replacement, page 2 l-47A/C SWTTCH
lwith A/cl
CONTROL SWITCH
21-3

Blower Unit
Replacement
NOTE: The blower motor, recirculation control motor
and blower resistor can bs replacsd without rsmoving
th€ blower unit (see neld Page).
1. Move the temperature control to "HOT."
'96-98: Slide the temperature control lever.'99-00: Turn the ignition switch ON (ll), then turn
the temperature contol knob. Turn the ignition
switch off,
Remove the glovs box (ses ssction 20),
R€move ths s6lf-tapping screw and ths passsng6r's
dashboard low€r cover. Removo the bolt, the nut
and the kn€e bolst€r, then remove the fiv€ bolts and
the glove box trame,
Without Air Condhioning
4-a. Remove the wiro harness from the h68t€r duct, then
remove the two self-tapping scrsws and the heatsr
duct.
KNEE
GLOVE BOX FRAME
HEATER DUCT
21-37
Wrth Air Conditioning
4-b. Removo th6 ev8porator (sss pago 22-28).
6x1.0m|n9.8 N'm
6x1.0mm9.8 N'm lt'o tgf'm, t.2 lb{'ttl
Disconnoct the connectors trom th€ blower motor,
blowor r6sistor {'96 - 98 models), power transiator
('99 - 0O modsls), blowor motor high telay ('99 - 00
models) and recirculation control motor.
R€mov€ ths wiro harnoss clip from tho recirculation
control motor, and release the wir6 harnsss from ths
clamo on the blowor unit. Remove the two mount-
ing bolts, tho mounting nut and ths blowor unit'
9.8 .m 11.0 tgfm,1.2 tblfrl
lnstall in ths reverso order of removal. Mako surs
that thsre is no air leaka96.
6x1.0mm9,t N'm 11.0lgi.m,7.2 tbf.fil