2003 HONDA CIVIC belt

Charging System
Drive Belt Inspection
Check that the auto-tensioner indicator (A) is within the
standard range (B) as shown. lf it is out of the standard
range, replace the drive belt (see page 4-26).
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Drive Belt Replacement
1, Move the auto-tensioner (A) to relieve tension from
the drive belt (B). and remove the drive belt.
2. Installthe new belt in the reverse order of removal.

\Drive Belt Auto-tensioner Inspection
1.Check whether there is a change in the position of
the auto-tensioner indicator before starting the
engine and after starting the engine. lf there is a
change in the position, replace the auto-tensioner.
3.
Check for abnormal noise from the tensioner pulley.
lf abnormal noise is heard, replace the tensioner
pulley.
Remove the drive belt (see page 4-26).
lMove the auto-tensioner within its limit with the
belt tension release tool in the direction shown.
Check that the tensioner moves smoothly and
without any abnormal noise. lf the tensioner does
not move smoothly or there is abnormal noise,
replace the auto-tensioner.
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8.
Remove the auto-tensioner (see page 4-28).
Install the tensioner pulley.
Clamp the auto-tensioner (A) by using two 8 mm
bolts (B) and a vise (C) as shown. Do not clamp the
auto-tensioner itself .
Set the torque wrench (D) on the pulley bolt.
Align the indicator {E) on the tensioner base with
center mark (F) on the tensioner arm by using the
torque wrench, and measure the torque. lf the
torque value is out of specification, replace the
auto-tensioner,
NOTE; lf the indicator exceeds the center mark,
recheck the torque.
Auto-tensioner spring torque:
26.5-36.3 N.m 12.7-3.7 kg.m, 19.5-26.8lbt.ft)
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Charging System
Drive Belt Auto-tensioner Replacement
1. Remove the drive belt (see page 4'26).
2. Remove the idler pulley.
6xl.0mm9.8 N.m(1,0 kgl.m,7.2 tbf.ft)
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I6x1,0mm12 N.m('1.2 kgt.m.8.7 lbt.ft)
3. Remove the tensioner pulley.
x 1.25 mm22 N.m{2.2 kgt m, 16 lbf ft}
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4. Remove the auto-tensioner,
8 x 1.25 mm22 N.m (2.2 kgf.m, 16lbt.ft)
5. lnstall in the reverse order of removal.
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l\-Alternator Replacement
1. Make sure you have the anti-theft code for the radio,
then write down the frequencies for the radio'spreset buttons,
2. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery first,
then disconnect the positive cable.
3. Remove the front bumper (see page 20-85).
4. Remove the right side headlight (see page 22-79).
5. Remove the reserve tank from the bracket.
6. Remove the drive belt (see page 4-26).
7. Remove the three bolts securing the alternator.
8 x 1.25 mm22 N.n 12.2 kgl.m,
Disconnect the alternator connector (A) and BLK
wire (B) from the alternator.
8 N.m10.8 kgf.m,6lbf.ft)
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14.
Remove the alternator.
Installthe alternator and drive belt in the reverse
order of removal.
Connect the positive cable and negative cable to
the battery.
Enter the anti-theft code for the radio, then enter
the customer's radio station presets.
Set the clock.
Perform the engine control module {ECM) idle learn
procedure (see page 11-139).
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19.
Remove the drive belt (see page 4-26).
Remove the lvC line mounting bolt.
20. Remove the radiator cap.
21. Raise the hoist to full height.
22. Remove the front tires/wheels.
23. Remove the splash shield.
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24. Loosen the drain plug in the radiatorto drain the
engine coolant (see page 10-6).
25. Drain the transmission fluid (see page 13'3).
26. Drain the engine oil {see page 8-5).
27. Disconnect the stabilizer links (see page 18-18).
28. Disconnect the suspension lower arm ball joints
(see step 3 on page 18-19).
29. Remove the driveshafts {see page 16-3). Coat all
precision finished surfaces with clean engine oil.
Tie plastic bags over the driveshaft ends.
30. Disconnect the air fuel ratio {4,/F) sensor connector
(A) and secondary heated oxygen sensor
(secondary HO2S) connector (B), then remove the
three way catalytic converter {TWC) assembly {C).
31. Remove the lower hose.
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Engine Assembly
18.
Engine Installation {cont'dl
10 x 1.25 mm33 N.m {3.i1kgf.m,25 tbt.ftl
19.
20.
Connect the suspension lower arm ball joints (see
step 6 on page 18-19).
Connect the stabilizer links (see page 18-18).
Install the three way catalytic converter (TWC)
assembly (A); use new gaskets (B) and new self-
locking nuts {C).
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8 x 1.25 mm22N.m |.2.2kgl m,16 tbt.ft)
Connect the air fuel ratio (4,/F) sensor connector (D)
and secondary heated oxygen sensor (secondary
HO2S) connector (E).
Install the lower radiator hose.
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23. Installthe splash shield.
24.
25.
26.
Lower the hoist.
Installthe drive belt.
Installthe A,/C line mounting bolt.
6 x '!.0 mm9.8 N.m (1.0 kgf.m,7.2 tbt.ftl
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Cylinder Head
Crankshaft Pulley Removal and
Installation (cont'dl
Installation
1. Clean the crankshaft pulley (A), crankshaft (B), bolt(C). and washer (D). Lubricate as shown below.
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O; Lubricate
Installthe crankshaft pulley, and hold the pulley
with holder handle (A) and holder attachment {B).
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A07JAB-001020A
Tighten the bolt to 245 N.m (25.0 kgf.m, 181 tbf.ft)with a torque wrench and 19 mm socket (C). Do notuse an impact wrench.
Install the splash shield (see step 20 on page 5-12).
Insta ll front tires/wh eels.
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Cam Chain Removal
NOTE: Keep the cam chain away from magnetic fields.
1. Turn the crankshaft pulley so ils top dead center(TDC) mark (A) lines up with the poinrer (B).
Remove the front tires/wheels.
Remove the splash shield.
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4. Remove the drive belt (see page 4-26).
5. Remove the cylinder head cover (see page 6-22).
6. Remove the crankshaft pulley (see page 6-11).
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20.
lnstall the variable valve timing control (VTC) oil
control solenoid valve (see step 1 on page 11'127).
Connect the crankshaft position (CKP) sensor
connector {A) and VTC oil control solenoid valve
connector (B).
21. Install the crankshaft pulley (see page 6-12).
22. Installthe cylinder head cover (see page 6-41).
23. Installthe drive belt.
24. Installthe splash shield.
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Auto-Tensioner RemovaU
lnstallation
Removal:
1. Remove the chain case cover.
Turn the crankshaft counterclockwise to compress
the auto-tensroner.
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