2003 HONDA CIVIC connector

ABS Modulator-Control Unit Removal and lnstallation
NOTE:. Donotspill brake fluid on the vehicle; it may damage the painU if brakefluidgetsonthepaint,washitoff
immediately with water.. Becareful not to damage or deform the brake lines during removal and installation.. To prevent the brake fluid from flowing, plug and cover the hose ends and joints with a shop towel orequivalent
malenal.
Removal
'1. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
2. Pull upthelock(A) oftheABScontrol unit3lPconnector(B),thendisconnecttheconnector.
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ABS Gomponents
ABS Modulator-Control Unit Removal and Installation {cont'dl
3. Disconnectthe six brake lines.
4. Remove the two I mm nuts.
5. Remove the ABS modulator-control unit (C).
Installation
'1. InstalltheABS modulatorcontrol unit, then tighten the two 8 mm nuts.
2. Align the connecting surface ofthe ABS control unit 3'lP connector.
3. PushinthelockoftheABScontrol unit 31P connector until you hear it click into place. then connect the connector.
4. Connect the six brake Iines.
5. Bleed the brake system, starting with the front wheels.
6. Connect the PGM Tester, and do the solenoid function test for each wheel.
7. Bleed the brake system again, staning with the front wheels.
8. Start the engine, and check that the ABS indicator and brake system indicator go off.
9. Disconnect the Honda PGM Tester. Test-drive the vehicle, and check that the ABS indicator and brake qvqtem
indicator do not come on.
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5. Pull out the switch panel (A)to release the hook (B),
then remove the panel from the door panel.
Disconnect the power window switch connector (C).
Release the clips that hold the door panel (A) with a
commercially available trim pad remover (B), then
remove the door panel by pulling it upward.
Remove the door panel with as little bending as
possible to avoid creasing or breaking it,
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7. Disconnect the inner handle cable {A) from the
inner handle (B), and disconnectthe power door
lock switch connector (C) {driver's). Take care not to
bend the cable.
8. Detach the harness clip (A)from the door panel (B).
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Install the door panel in the reverse order of
removal, and note these items:
. Replace any damaged clips.. Make sure the cable is connected securely, and
the connector is plugged in properly.. Check the window and power door lock
operatrons,
9.
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Doors
Door Latch Replacement (cont'dl
5.
6.
7.
Disconnect the cylinder rod (see step 4 on page 20-
6).
Disconnect the outer handle rod (see step 5 onpage 20-6).
Disconnect the actuator connectors (A), and release
the inner handle cable (B)from the door by
detaching the cable clip (Ci.
Remove the screws, then remove the latch {A)
through the hole in the door. Take care not to bend
the outer handle rod (B), cylinder rod (C), lock rod(D), and inner handle cable (E).
Fastener Locations
8.
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6x1.0mm5Nm{0.5 kgf.m,4 tbf.ft)
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9. Installthe latch in the reverse order of removal, and
note these rtems:
. [Vlake sure the actuator conneclors are plugged in
properly, and that each rod and cable are
connected securely.. When reinstalling the door panel, make sure the
plastic cover is installed properly, and is sealed
around the covers perimeter.. Make sure the door locks and opens properly.

Door Glass and Regulator Replacement
NOTE: Put on gloves to protect your hands.
1. Remove these items:
. Door panel (see page 20-4). Plastic cover. as necessary (see page 20-2)
2. Carefully raise the glass (A) until youcanseethe
bolts, then remove them. Carefully pull the glass
out through the window slot. Take care not to drop
the glass inside the door.
Fastener Locations
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6x1.0mm9.8 N m {1.0 kgl.m, 7.2 lbf.ftl
3. Disconnect and detach the connector (A) and
harness clip (B) from the door.
Fastonor Locations
C>: Bolt.1 D>: Bolt,5
6x1.0mm8 N.m(0.8 kgf.m,6 rbf.ftl
Remove the bolts (C), and loosen the bolts (D), then
remove the regulator (E) through the hole in the
door,
Apply multipurpose grease to all the sliding
surfaces of the regulator (A) where shown.
Installthe glass and regulator in the reverse order
of removal, and note these items:
. Rollthe glass up and down to see if it moves
freely without binding.. Make sure that there is no clearance between the
glass and glass run channel when the glass is
ctoseo.. Adjust the position of the glass as necessary (see
page 20-1 1).. Check for water leaks (see step 7 on page 20-121.. Test-drive and check for wind noise and rattles.. When reinstalling the door panel, make sure the
plastic cover is installed properly and sealed
around its perimeter.
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Power Mirror Replacement
1.
2.
5.
Lower the door glass fully.
Carefully pry out the mirror mount cover (A) by
hand in the sequence shown. Disconnect the
tweeter connector (B), and release the wire harness
(C) from the hook (D).
Fastener Location
) : Clip, 1
3. Remove the door panel (seepage20-4).
4. Disconnectthe connector (A), and detach the
harness clip (B). While holding the mirror {C),
remove the nuts, then remove the mirror. Take care
not to scratch the door.
Fastener Locrtions
O: Nut.3
lnstall the mirror in the reverse order of removal,
and note these items:
. Make sure the connector is plugged in properly.
. Attach the harness clip.
Mirror Holder Replacement
1. Carefully pulloutthe bottom edge ofthe mirror
holder (A) by hand. Take care not to scratch the
mrrror.
5.
Separate the mirror holder from the actuator (B) by
slowly pulling them apart while detaching the clips
(C). lf equipped, disconnect the mirror defogger
connectors{D) from the heater pad terminals.
lf equipped, reconnect the mirror defogger
connectors.
Reattach the clips of the mirror holder to the
actuator, then position the mirror holder on the
actuator. Carefully push on the clip portions of the
mirror holder untilthe mirror holder locks into
prace.
Check the operation of the actuator
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Rear Window Replacement
NOTE:. Put on gloves to protect your hands.. Wear eye protection while cutting the glass adhesive
with piano wire.. Use seat covers to avoid damaging any surfaces.. Do not damage the rear window defogger grid lines
and terminals.
1.Remove these items:
. Hatch lower trim panel (see page 20-53). Hatch spoiler (see page 20-99)
Remove these items:
. High mount brake light {see page 22-821. Rear window wiper motor {see page 22-1461
Disconnect the rear window defogger connectors
(A).
4.lf the old rear window is to be reinstalled, make
alignment marks across the glass and body with a
grease pencrl,
Apply protective tape along the inside and outside
edges of the hatch. Using an awl, make a hole
through the adhesive from inside the vehicle at the
corner portion of the rearwindow. Push the piano
wire through the hole, and wrap each end around a
piece of wood,
6. With a helper on the outside, pull the piano wire (A)
back and Jorth in a sawing motion. Hold the piano
wire as close to the rear window (B) as possible to
prevent damage to the hatch, and carefully cut
through the adhesive {C} around the entire rear
Cutting positions:
7. Carefully remove the rear window.
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6. Remove the sunshade (A),
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7.Remove both front sunshade base sliders (A) and
both rear sunshade base sliders (B)
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8.
9.
Installthe sunshade in the reverse order of removal,
and check the glass height adjustment (see page
20-37 ).
Check for water leaks. Let the water run freely from
a hose without a nozzle. Do not use a high-pressure
spray.
1.
Motor Replacement
Remove the headliner (see page 20-54).
Put on gloves to protect your hands. Disconnecl the
connector (A), and remove the bolts, then remove
the motor (B).
Fastener Locations
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Installthe motor in the reverse order of removal,
and note these items:
. lvlake surethe connector is plugged in properly.
. Check the motor operation.
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