1999 HONDA CIVIC ect

Troubleshooting
SymptomProbable Cause
Water leaks1. Clogged drain tube.
2. Gap between glass weatherstrjp and roof panel.
3. Defective or improperly installed glass weatherstrip.
4. Gap between drain seal and roof panel.
Wind noise'1. Excessive clearance between glass weatherstrip and roof panel.
Motor noise1. Loose motor.
2. Worn gear or bearing.
3. Cable assembly deformed.
Glass does not move, but motor turns'1. Clutch out of adjustment.
2. Foreign matter stuck between guide rail and slider.
3. lnner cable loose.
4. Cable assembly not attached properly.
Glass does not move and motor does not turn
{glass can be moved with moonroof wrench)
1. Blown fuse,
2. Faulty switch.
3. Battery run down.
4. Defective motor.
5. Faulty relay.
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Glass Height Adjustment
The roof panel should be even with the glass weather-
strip, to within 1.7 :lr3 mm (0.07 :3:31 in.) all the way
around. lf not, open the giass fully, and:
GLASS WEATHERSTRIP
1. Remove the bracket cover.
Loosen the nuts, and install the shims between the
glass frame and glass bracket as shown.
Shim thickness: Front max.3 mm 10,12 in.l
Rear max. 2 mm 10.08 in.)
Repeat on opposite side i{ necessary.
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5x1.0mm9.8 N.m 11.0 kgf m,7.2 rbtft)
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6x1.0mm9.8 N.m {1.0 kgtm,7.2 tbf.ft)
1.7 tl.8 mm
{0.07 :3 3i in.}
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Moonroof
Motor, Drain Tube and Frame Replacement
CAUTION:
. Put on gloves to protecl your hands.
. Be careful not to damage the seats, dashboard and other interior trim.
'1. Remove the headliner {see page 20-64).
2. Disconnect the motor connector and glass position switch connector.
NOTE: When removing the motor, detach the connector from the frame, remove the bolts and nuts, then remove the
motor.
3. Remove the glass {see page 20-52).
4. Disconnect the drain tubes, and detach the ceiling light harness.
5. Remove the frame mounting bolts.
NOTE;
. An assistant is helpful when removing the bolts.
. Remove the front bolts last.
6. Detach the rear hooks by moving the frame forward, then remove the frame.
BOLT6x1.0mm9.8 N.m {1.0 kgt m,7.2 tht.hl
6x1.0mm9.8 N m (1.0 kgl.m, 7.2 lbtft)
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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.
UpwardI
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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

Opening Drag Check
{Motor Removed)
Before installing the motor, measure lhe effort required
to open the glass using a spring scale as shown.
CAUTION: When using a spring scale, pfotest the lead-
ing edge ol the glass with a shop towel.
lf load is over 40 N (4 kgf,9 lbf), check the side clearance
and glass height (see page 20-51).
SHOP TOWEL
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Closing Force Check
(Motor Installedl
'1. After installing all removed parts, have a helper
hold the switch to close the glass while you mea-
sure the force required to stop it. Attach a spring
scale as shown. Read the force as soon as the glass
stops moving, then immediately release the switch
and spring scale.
CAUTION: When using a spring scale, protect the
lerding edge ol the glass with a shop towel.
Closing Force: 200 - 290 N(20 - 30 kst, 44 - 66 lbfl
lf the torce in not within specification, install a new
lock washer, adjust the tension by turnang the motor
clutch adjusting nut, and bend the lock washer
against the motor clutch adjusting nut.
LOCKWASHERReplace.
COUNTER.cLocKwrsETo decrease
SCALE

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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Interior Trim
tReplacement
CAUTION:
. Put on gloves to protect your hands.
o When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it with protective tape to prevent damage.
NOTE: Take care not to bend or scratch the trim and panels.
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CENTER PILLARUPPER TRIMREAR PILLARTRIM
LOCK CYLINDER TRIM
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E'vBELT UPPERANCHOR(see page 20-85)
Disconnect thehigh mount brakelrght connector.
T SIDE TRIMRemove the rear seat cushion and rearseat side bolster lsee page 20-19]'.
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lnstallation is the reverse of the removal procedure.
NOTE:
. lf necessary, replace any damaged clips.. Before installing the front seat belt upper anchor
and rear shelf. make sure there are no twists or
kinks in the seat belts.(cont'd)
B>,6
REAR SHELF
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fEFT KICKPANEL
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lnterior Trim
Replacement (cont'dl
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TRIM
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FRONT SEATBELT UPPEBANCHORlsee page 20 86)
SIDE TRIM PANELPROTECTOR
LEFT KICKPANEL
c >,8o>,3
PIVOT BRACKET
{see page 20-80)
lnstallation is the reverse of the removal procedure
NOTE:
. lf necessary, replace any damaged clips'
. Before installing the anchor bolts, make sure there
are no tlvists or kinks in the seat belts'
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>: Screw, bolt locationsA>,3 8>,6
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FRONT PILLARB
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REAR SIDESHELF
SIDE TRIMPANELRemove the rear seat-back and
rear seat cushion (see Page 20_80)
Disconnect the rear speaker
connector (both sides,
for some models).
REAR TRIMPANEL
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RIGHT KICKPANEL
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>: Clip locationsa>,28>,3
CLIP
G>,4H >,2
D >,3>i Screw location3.4
REAR SHELF
SIOE TRIM PANELRemove the rear seat-back andrear seat cushaon (see page20-a1l.
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Disconnect the highmount brake light
SEAT BELT
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TRIM
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SIDE TRIM
LOWER ANCHOR(see page 20-86)
c>, 14E>,2
Installation is the reverse of the removal procedure.
NOTE:
. lf necessary, replace any damaged clips.
. Before installing the anchor bolts and rear shelf,
make sure there are no twists or kinks in the seat
belts.
FRONT PILLAR
FRONT SEATBELT UPPERANCHOR
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LEFT KICKPANEL
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