2002 HONDA CIVIC Workshop Manual

Heating and Air Gonditioning
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Power Transistor Test
1. Disconnect the 4P connector from the power
Iranslslor.
2, Measure the resistance between the No. 1 and
No. 2 terminals of the power transistor. lt should be
about '1.4 1.5 kQ.
. lf the resistance iswithln the specifications, go to
step 3.. lf the resistance is notwithin the specifications,
replace the power transistor.
POWER TRANSISTOB
Carefully release the lock tab on the No. 4 terminal(BLUI/EL) (A) in the 4P connector, then remove the
terminal and insulate it from body ground.
(To 12 V power source on vehicle)
Reconnect the 4P connector to the power transistor.
Supply 12 volts to the No. 4 cavity with a jumper
wire.
Turn the ignition switch ON (ll), and check that the
blower motor runs.
. lf the blower motor does not run, replace the
power rranstsror.. lf the blower motor runs,the powertransistoris
oK.
12 V power source on vehicle)
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1.
Heater Control Panel and Push
Switch Assembly Removal and
Installation
Remove the center panel (see page 20-62).
Remove the dials (A), then remove the self-tapping
screws and the heater control panel (B)from the
center panel (Cl. Remove the self-tapping screws
and the push switch assembly (D)from the center
panel.
lnstall the control panel and push switch assembly
in the reverse order of removal. After installation,
operate the control panel controls to see whether it
worKs propeny.
Run the self-diagnosis function to confirm that
there are no problems in the system (see page 21-
8).
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Dust and Pollen Filter Replacement
The dust and pollen filters should be replaced every
30,000 miles (48.000 km) or 24 months whichever
comes first. Replace the filters more often if the air flow
is less than usual.
1. Open the glove box. Remove both glove box stops,
then let the glove box hang down (see page 20 63).
2. Remove the filter lid (A)from the blower unit, then
pull out the first dust and pollen filter (B). Slide the
second filter to the left, and pull it out.
Remove the filter {A) from the housing (B), and
replace the filter.
4. Install the filters in the reverse order of removal.
Blower Unit Removal and
lnstallation
For some models: SRS components are located in this
area. Review the SRS component locations (see page
23-13) and precautions and procedures (see page 23-14)
in the SRS section before performing repairs or service.
1. Make sure you have the anti-theft code for the radio,
then write down the frequencies for the preset
buttons.
2. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait 3
minutes before beginning worK.
3. Remove the right kick panel (see page 20-50),
passenger's dashboard lower cover, and the glove
box {see page 20-63).
4. Cut the plastic cross brace in the glove box opening
with diagonal cutters in the area shown. Remove
and discard the plastic cross brace,
Cut heare.
{cont'd)
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Heating and Air Gonditioning
Blower Unit Removal and Installation {cont'd}
Remove the steering hanger beam bracket cover
from the right side of the glove box opening, then
remove the bolts and the olove box frame.
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8.
9.
Remove the ECM (see page 11-4).
Remove the EPS control unit (see page 17-67).
Disconnect and remove the PGM-Fl main relays
and bracket assembly, then remove the ECM
bracket.
Disconnect the connectors {A) from the blower
motor and the power transistor, then remove the
wire harness clips (B) and the connectors (C).
Remove the self-tapping screws and the bracket (D).
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10. Disconnectthe connector {A) from the recirculation
control motor, then remove the wire harness clip
{B). Remove the mounting bolts, the mounting nuts
and the blower unit (C).
6x 1.0 mm I9.8 N.m (1.0 kgt.m,7.2 tbt.ftl
6x1.0mm9.8 N.m (1.0 kgf.m,?.2 tbf.ft)
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14.
Installlhe unit in the reverse order of removal.
Make sure that there is no air leakage.
Reconnect the negative battery terminal.
Do the engine control module (ECM) idle learn
procedure {see page 11-139).
Enter the anti-theft code for the radio, then enter
the customer's radio station presets.
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Blower Unit Components Replacement
Nole these items when overhauling the blower unit;
' The recirculation control motor (A), the power transistor (B), the blower motor (C), and the dust and pollen filtefs (D)
can be replaced without removing the blower unit.. Before reassembly, make surethatthe recirculation control linkage and doors move smoothly.. After reassembly, make surethe recirculation control motorruns smoothly (see page 2j-36).
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Heating and Air Gonditioning
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Evaporator Core Replacement
Recover the refrigerant with a recovery/recycling/
charging station (see page 21-53).
Remove the bolt, then disconnect the suction line
(A) and the receiver line (B)from the evaporator
core.
6x10mm9.8 N.m (1.0 kgt.m, 7.2lbf.ft)
Remove the blower unit (see page 21-39).
Remove the self-tapping screws and the expansion
valve cover.
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5. Carefully pull out the evaporator core without
bending the pipes.
Installthe core in the reverse order of removal, and
note these items.
. lfyou're installing a new evaporator core, add
refrigerant oil (KElHlN SP-]0) (see page 21-6).. Replace the O-rings with new ones at each fitting,
and apply a thin coat of refrigerant oil before
installing them. Be sure to use the correct O-rings
for HFC-134a (R-'134a) to avoid leakage.. lmmediatelyafter usingthe oil, reinstallthecap
on the container, and seal it to avoid moisture
absorotion.. Do not spill the refrigerant oil on the vehicle; it
may damage the paint. lf the refrigerant oil
contacts the paint, wash it off immediately.. Charge the system (see page 21-55).
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Heater Unit/Core Replacement
SRS components are located in this area. Review the
SRS component locations (see page 23'13), and
precautions and procedures (see page 23-14) in the SRS
section before performing repairs or service.
1. Make sure you have the anti-theft code forthe radio,
then write down the freouencies for the radio's
Dreset buttons.
4.
Disconnect the negative cable from the battery,
Disconnect the suction and receiver lines from the
evaporator core (see page 21-42).
From under the hood, open the cable clamp (A),
then disconnect the heater valve cable (B) from the
heater valve arm (C). Turn the heater valve arm to
the fully opened position as shown
When the engine is cool, drain the engine coolant
from the radiator (see page 10-6).
6. Slide the hose clamps (A) back, the n d isconnect the
inlet heater hose (B) and the outlet heater hose (C)
from the heater core. Engine coolant will run out
when the hoses are disconnected; drain it into a
clean drip pan. Be sure not to let coolant spill on
the electrical parts or the painted surfaces. lf any
coolant spills, rinse it off immediately.
Remove the bolt and the heater valve, then remove
the mounting nut from the heater unit. Take care
not to damage or bend the fuel lines and the brake
lines, etc.
7.
8 x 1.25 mm12 N.m (1.2 kgf.m,8.7lbf.ft)
(cont'd)
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Heating and Air Conditioning
Heater Unit/Core Replacement (cont'd)
8. Remove the dashboard {see page 20-66).
9. Disconnectthe connectors (A) from the blower
motor, the recirculation control motor, the mode
control motor, and the power transistor, then
remove the wire harness clips (B) and the
connector (C). Remove the self-tapping screws and
the bracket (D).
Disconnect the connectors (A) from the evaporator
temperature sensor and the air mix control motor,
then remove the wire harness clips (B) and the
connector (C). Remove the self-tapping screw and
the cover (D). Disconnect the heater valve cable (E).
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11. Remove the mounting bolts, the mounting nuts,
and the heater unit.
Remove the self-tapping screws and the expansion
valve cover (A). Carefully pull out the evaporator
core (B) so you don't bend the inlet and outlet pipes.
Remove the grommet (C), then remove the self-
tapping screws and the flange cover (D). Bemove
the self-tapping screws and the pipe cover (E), then
carefully pull out the heater core (F) so you don't
bend the inlet and outlet oioes.
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13. Installthe heater core and the evaporator core in
the reverse order of removal.
14. Installthe heater unit in the reverse order of
removal, and note these items:
. Do not interchange the inlet and outlet heater
hoses, and installthe hose clamps securely.. Refillthe cooling system with engine coolant (see
page 10-6).. Adjust the heater valve cable (see page 2'l-461.. Make sure that there is no coolant leakage.. Make sure that there is no air leakage.. Refer to evaporator core replacement {see step 6
on page 21-42).. Do the engine control module (ECl\4) idle learn
procedure (see page 11-139).. Enter the anti-theft code for the radio, then enter
the customer's radio station Dresets.
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