2003 HONDA CIVIC Body

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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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.
AB
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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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)
20-66
4. From the center panel opening, remove the screws,
then remove the center bracket (A).
Fastener Locations
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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.

Dashboard
Dashboard Removal/lnstallation
(cont'd)
11. From outside the driver's door, remove the caps (A),
then remove the bolts (8, C, D), and lift up on the
dashboard (E) to release it from the guide pins
(F. G) on the body.
Fastener Locations
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{2.2 kgf m, 16lbf.ftl
Carefully remove the dashboard through the front
door opening.
lnstall the dashboard in the reverse order of
removal, and note these items:
. Make sure the dashboard fits onto the guide pins
correctly.. Apply liquid thread lock to the dashboard
mounting bolts of the middle portion before
reinstallation.. Before tightening the bolts, make sure each wire
harness and control cables are not pinched.
. Make sure the connectors are plugged in
properly, and the antenna lead is connected
propeny.. Reconnect the negative cable to the battery.. Enter the anti-theft code for the radio, then enter
the customer's radio station presets.
. Reset the clock.. Do the ECM/PCM idle learn procedure isee page
1 '1-139).
20-68
Steering Hanger Beam
Replacement
NOTE: Put on gloves to protect your hands.
1, Remove the dashboard (see page 20-66).
2. Remove these items from the dashboard:
. lnstrument panel (see page 20-59). Driver's pocket (see page 20-60). Gauge assembly (see page 22-64). Passenger's airbag (see page 23-'l 14)
Remove the screws, then remove the glove box
striker (A).
Fastenea Locations
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Front Seat Removal/lnstallation
For some models: 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 to prevent damage.. Take care not to scratch the body or tear the seat
covers.. 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
butlons.
Disconnect the negative cable from the battery, and
wait at least 3 minutes before beginning work.
Remove the seat track end covers (A) from the back
of both seat tracks.
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4. Remove the bolts securing the front seat.
Fastener Locations
10 x 1.25 mm
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Seats
Rear Seat Removal/lnstallation
NOTE: Take care not to scratch the body or tear the seat covers.
'1. Remove the rear seat as shown. To remove the seat-back, remove the front portion of the cargo floor mar lseepage 20-52).
2. Install the seat in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
'Beforeinstallingthecenteranchorboltsontheseat-backwiththecentershoulderbelt,makesurethereareno
twists or kinks in the belt.. Make sure the seat-backs lock securelv.
Fastener Locations
A>:Bolt,2 B>rBolt, 1 C>:Bott, 1D >: Clip, 2
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CUSHION
6x1.0mm9.8Nm{1.0 kgf.m,7.2lbf.ft)
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CENTER PIVOT BOLT8 x 1.25 mm22 N.m{2.2 kgf.m, 16lbf.ftl
RIGHT SEAT-BACK
CENTER BELT
PIVOT BUSHING
CENTER ANCHOR BOLT7/16-20 UNF32Nm(3.3 kgf m.24 lbt ftl
SEAT BELT BUCKLE
8 x 1.25 mm22 N.m 12.2 kgt m, 16lbf.ft)
SEAT.BACKCENTER HINGE
BUSHING
LEFT SEAT.BACK
PIVOTBUSHING
HOOK
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SEAT

Bumpers
Front Bumper RemovaUlnstallation
NOTE:. Have an assistant help you when removing and installing the front bumper.. Take care not to scratch the front bumper and body.. Put on gloves to protect your hands.
'L Remove the front bumper as shown.
2. Installthe bumper in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
. Make sure both front side marker light connectors are plugged in properly.
. Make sure the front bumper engages the hooks of the side spacers and upper beams on both sides securely.
. Replace any damaged clips.
Fastener Locations
A),Screw, 2
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ABSORBER
SIDE SPACER
UPPER BEAM
LEFT FRONT SIDE MARKERLIGHT CONNECTOR
BUMPER
FRONT INNERFENDER
FEONT BUMPER
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6x9.8
FRONT AIR SPOILER
AIR SPOILERPLATE1.0 mmN.m (1.0 kgt.m,7.2 lbf.ft)
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SPOILER
PLATE
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Bumpers
Rear Bumper RemovaUlnstallation
NOTE:' Have an assistant help you when removing and installing the rear bumper.. Take care not to scratch the rear bumper and body.. When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it with protective tape to prevent damage.. Put on gloves to protect your hands.
L Remove the rear bumDer as shown.
2. Installthe bumper in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
. Make sure both rear side marker light connectors are plugged in properly.'Makesuretherearbumperengagesthehooksofthesidespacers,sidebrackets,andupperbracketsonboth
sides securely.. Make sure the upper spacers of the rear bumper engage the clips on the body securely.. Replace any damaged clips.
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Fastener Locations
A>:Bolt,2 B
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SIDE BRACKET
UPPER SPACER
UPPER BRACKET
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SIDE SPACER
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LEFT REAR SIDE MARKERLIGHT CONNECTOR
,6 x 1.0 mm/ 9.eN.n,/ 11.0 kgl m,./ 1.2tbt.ttl
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CAP
REAR BUMPER
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