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HONDA CIVIC 2003 7.G Workshop Manual Starting System
Starter Performance Test
1,Disconnect the wires from the S terminal and the M
termrnal.
Make a connection as described below using as
heavy a wire as possible (preterably equivalent to

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HONDA CIVIC 2003 7.G Workshop Manual Starter Replacement
1. Make sure you have the anti-theft code for the radio.
then write down the frequencies for the radios
preset buttons.
2. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery first,
th

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HONDA CIVIC 2003 7.G Workshop Manual Starting System
Starter Overhaul
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HONDA CIVIC 2003 7.G Workshop Manual \
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Armature Inspection and Test
1. Remove the starter (see page 4-9).
2. Disassemble the starter as shown atthe beginning
of this procedure.
3. Inspect the armature for wear or damage from
contact

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HONDA CIVIC 2003 7.G Workshop Manual Starting System
Starter Overhaul (contdl
7. Check the mica depth (A). lf the mica is too high {B),undercut the mica with a hacksaw blade to theproper depth. Cut away allthe mica (C) between
the commu

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HONDA CIVIC 2003 7.G Workshop Manual Starter Brush Inspection
11. lvleasure the brush length. lf it is not within the
service limit, replace the brush holder assembly.
Brush Length
Standard {New): 14.0-14.5 mm (0.55-0.57 in.)
Service Lim

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HONDA CIVIC 2003 7.G Workshop Manual Starting System
Starter Overhaul (contdl
Planetary Gear Inspection
16. Check the planetary gears (A) and ring gear {B).Replace them if they are worn or damaged.
Overrunning Cluich Inspection
17. Slid

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HONDA CIVIC 2003 7.G Workshop Manual Gharging System
Charging Circuit Troubleshooting
lf the charging system indicator does not come on or
does not go off, or the battery is dead or low, test these
items in the order listed below:
Batter