2003 HONDA CIVIC Rear

Interior Trim
Headliner RemovaUlnstallation
NOTE:. When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap itwith
protective tape to prevent damage.. Take care not to bend and scratch the headliner.. Be careful not to damage the dashboard and other
interior trim.
1. Remove these items:
. A-pillar trim, both sides (see page 20-50). B-pillar uppertrim, both sides (see page 20-50). Hatch weatherstrip, as necessary {see page 20-
92\. C-pillar trim, both sides (see page 20-51). Moonroof switch (see page 22-'112). Spotlights (see page 22-961. Ceiling light (see page 22-96)
Remove the sunvisor {A) and holder {B) from both
srdes.
-1 Remove the caps {C).-2 Remove the screws.-3 Remove the sunvisor from the body and holder.-4 Using a flat-tip screwdriver, push the hook (D),
and turn the holder 90'. then pull it out.
Fastener Locations
> : Screw, 4
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5x0.8mm5 N.m{0.5 kst m.4lbf ft}
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3. From both rear passenger's, remove the caps (A),
and remove the screws, then remove the grab
handles (B).
Fastener Locations
> : Screw, 4
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5x0.8mm4 N.m{0.4 kgf.m, 3 lbf.ft}

4. Remove the headliner.
-1 Remove the socket plug (A).
-2 Remove the remaining door opening trim {B}
from each roof portion.
-3 Detach the clips (C), and release the fasteners
(D) by pulling the front portion ofthe headliner
(E) down.-4 With the help of an assislant, release the clips(F) of the headliner from the moonroof frame
(G), and release the headliner from the clips (H)
by sliding the headliner forward, and lowering
the headliner.-5 Remove the headliner through the passenger's
opening.
Fastener Locations
C>:Clip,3
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5.Install the headliner in the reverse order of removal,
and note these items:
. When reinstalling the headliner through the
passenger's door opening, be careful not to fold
or bend it, Also, be careful not to scratch the
DOOy.. Check that both sides of the headliner are
securely attached to the trim.. Replace any clips that remain in the roof during
removal. Reinstallthe clips back in the headliner
before installation.
F>:Clip,2 H>:Clip,2
Carpet Replacement
SRS components are located in this area. Reviewthe
SRS component locations (see page 23-13) and the
precautions and procedures (see page 23-14) in the SRS
section before performing repairs or service.
NOTE:. Put on gloves to protect your hands.. Take care not to damage, wrinkle. or twist the carpet.. Be careful not to damage the dashboard or other
interior trim pieces.
1. Remove these items:
. Front seats, both sides (see page 20-111. Driver's dashboard under cover (see page 20-60). Passenger's dashboard Iower cover (see page
20-631. Rear seat cushion (see page 20-80). Kick panels, both sides (see page 20-50). Door silltrim, both sides (see page 20-50). Consoles, front and rear (see page 20-57)
2. Remove the nut (A), and using a hex wrench,
release the clip (B), then remove the footrest (C).
Fastener Locations
Aa:Nut,1 B):Clip,'l
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Interior Trim
Carpet Replacement (cont'dl
Using a utility knife, cut the carpet (A) under the
heater areas (B), and cut out the parking brake lever
area (C) as shown, then pull back the carpet.
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Remove the clip (A), and release the fasteners (B).
Pull the carpet out from both rear side trim panels
(D), then remove the carpet (C).
Fastener Location
A >: Clip. 1
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5. Installthe carpet in the reverse order of removal,
and note these items:
. Take care notto damage, wrinkle, ortwistthe
carpeL. Make sure the seat harnesses are routed
correctly.. Slip the carpet under the rear side trim panel on
each side properly.. Replace the clip if it's damaged.. Reattach the cut areas under the heater around
the parking brake lever with a wire tie.. When installing new carpet, cut the carpet (A)
under the heater areas (B), and around the
parking brake lever (C). After installing the new
carpet, slip the carpet from the driver's and
passenger's side through the space between the
heater unit and body, and reattach the cut area
{C) around the parking brake lever with wire ties.
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Consoles
Console, Front and Rear Removal/lnstallation
NOTE: Take care not to scratch the front seal,
dashboard, and related parts.
1. Remove the rear console (A).
-1 Slide the front seat forward fully on each side.-2 Remove the screws {B)from the rear portion of
the rear console,-3 Slide the front seat rearward fully on each side.-4 Pullthe front portion of the rear console up to
detach the clips (C) and hooks (D), then release
the rear console from the front console (E).
-5 Starting atthe rear, pullthe rear console up,
then remove it.
Fastener Locations
B >:Screw, 2 C >: Clip, 2
2. Remove the front console (A).
-1 Pull out the dashboard center lower cover {B)
to detach the clips (C).
-2 Dlsconnect the accessory power socket
connector (D).
3 Remove the console box mat (E).
-4 Remove the bolts (F), screws (G), and clips (H).
-5 Gently pull out the front console to release the
hooks (l)and pins (J).
Fastener Locations
C>:Clip,3 F>i Bolt,2 G>:Screw.2 H):Clip,2
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98Nm(1.0 kgt.m,7.2lbf.ft)
Install the console in the reverse order of removal,
and note these ltems:
. Replace any damaged clips.. Make sure the accessory power socket connector
is plugged in properly.
. Push the clips into place securely.
6x1.0mm
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Dashboard
Driver's Dashboard Under Cover
Removal/lnstallation
NOTE: Take care not to scratch the dashboard and
related parts.
1 . Remove the driver's dashboard under cover (A).
-1 Turn the lock knob (B) 90'.-2 Gently pull down the rear edge to release the
clip (C).
-3 Pull the cover away to release it from the clip
{D).
Fastener Locations
C >: Clip. 1
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Installthe cover in the reverse order of removal,
and push the clip portion into place securely.
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Driver's Pocket Removal/
lnstallation
NOTE:. Put on gloves to protect your hands.. Take care not to scratch the dashboard and related
pa ns.
1. Remove the driver's pocket (A)
-1 Remove the driver's dashboard under cover.-2 Remove the screws (B).
-3 From behind the dashboard, push the pocket
back by hand to release the clips (C).
4 Release the hook (D).
Fastener Locations
B ):Screw,2 C>: Clip,2
Installthe pocket in the reverse order of removal,
and push the clip portions into place securely.
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2.

Passenger's Dashboard Lower
Cover Removal/lnstallation
NOTE: Take care not to scratch the dashboard and
related parts.
1. Remove the passenger's dashboard lower cover(A).
-1 Gently pull down the rear edge to release the
ctips (B).
-2 Pull the cover away to release the pins (C)from
the holders (D).
Fastener Locations
B >: Clip,3
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Install the under cover in the reverse order of
removal, and push the clip ponions into place
securety.
Glove Box Removal/lnstallation
SRS components are located in this area. Review the
SRS component locations (see page 23-13) and theprecautions and procedures (see page 23 14) in the SRS
section before performing repairs or service.
NOTE: Take care not to scratch the dashboard and
related pa rts.
1. Remove the passenger's dashboard lower cover.
2. While holding the glove box (A), remove the glove
box stop (B) on each side.
Fastener Localions
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4.
Remove the bolts, then remove the glove box.
lnstallthe glove box in the reverse order of
removal.
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Dashboard
Dashboard Removal/lnstallation
SRS components are located in this area. Review the
SRS component locations (see page 23-13) and the
precautions and procedures (see page 23-14) in the SRS
section before performing repairs or service.
NOTE:. When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it with
protective tape, and apply protective tape around the
related parts to prevent damage.. Have an assistant help you when removing and
installing the dashboa rd.. Take care not to scratch the dashboard, body, and
other related parts.
. Put on gloves to protect your hands.
1. Make sure you have the anti-theft code for the radio,
then write down the frequencies for the preset
buttons.
Disconnect the negative cable from the battery, and
wait at least three minutes before beginning work.
Remove these items:
. Driver's dashboard lower cover (see page 20-59). Driver's dashboard under cover (see page 20-60). Passenger's dashboard lower cover (see page
20-63). Glove box (see page 20-63). Consoles, front and rear (see page 20-57). Shift lever trim {see page 20-61). Center panel (see page 20-62). Kick panels, both sides (see page 20-50). A-pillar trim. both sides (see page 20-50). Steering column (see page 17-9)
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4. From the center panel opening, remove the screws,
then remove the center bracket (A).
Fastener Locations
):Screw,2
Remove the sh ift lever (see page 13-51).
From outside of the passenger's door, gently pull
out along the edge of the dashboard side cover (A)
to release the hooks (B), then release the upper
hook (C), to remove the cover.

Seats
Component Location Index
REAR SEATRemoval/lnstallation, page 20-80Seat-back Latch Replacement,page 20-81Seat-back Striker Replacement,page 20-81Seat'back Cover Replacement,page 20-82Seat Cushion Cover Replacement,page 20-84
FRONT SEATRemoval/lnstallation, page 20-i 1Disassembly/Reassembly-Driver's, page 20 73Disassembly/Reassembly-Passenger's, page 20-74Seat Cover Replacement, page 20-75
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