2003 HONDA CIVIC Body

Fuel and Emissions
Fuel and Emissions Systems
SpecialTools
General Troubleshooting
Information
DTC Troubleshooting lndex ....
Symptom Troubleshooting
1ndex...............
System Descriptions ................
Howto Set Readiness Codes ..
PGM-FlSystem
Component Location Index ....
DTC Troubleshooting ..............
MIL Circuit Troubleshooting ...
DLC Circuit Troubleshooting ..
Injector Replacement ...............
A,/F Sensor Replacement .........
Secondary HO2S
Replacement
ECT Sensor Reolacement .......
CMP Sensor B {TDC Sensor)
Replacement
IAT Sensor Replacement .........
Knock Sensor Replacement ....
CKP Sensor Reolacement .......
VTEC/VTC
Comoonent Location Index ....
DTC Troubleshooting ..............
VTC Oil Control Solenoid
Valve Removal/Test .............
CMP Sensor A Replacement ...
VTEC Solenoid Valve
Removal/lnsoection .............
ldle Control System
Component Location Index
DTC Troubleshooting ..............
A,/C Signal Circuit
TroubleshootinS ...................
Alternator FR Signal Circu it
TroubleshootinS ...................
EPS Signal Circuit
TroubleshootinS ...................
Brake Pedal Position Switch Signal
Circuit Troubleshooting .............
ldle Speed Inspection
ECM ldle learn Procedure .......
Fuel Supply System
Component Location Index
Fuel Pump Circuit Troubleshooting
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1 1-137
1 1-138
1 1-139
1 1-140
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11-144
Fuel PressureTest ................... 11-145
Fuel Lines Inspection ............... 11-146
Fuel Line/Ouick-Connect
Fittings Precautions ............. 1 1-148
Fuel Line/Ou ick-Con nect
Fittings Removal .................. 1 1-149
Fuel Line/Ou ick-Con nect
Fittings lnstallation ............... 11-150
Fuel Pressure Regu lator
Replacement ......................... 11-152
Fuel Fifter Replacement ........... 11-152
Fuel Pump/Fuel Gauge Sending
UnitReDlacement ................. 11-153
Fuel Pulsation Damoer
Rep1acement ......................... 11-154
Fuel Tank Reolacement ........... 11-155
Fuel GaugeSending UnitTest ....... 11-156
Low Fuel lndicatorTest ................. 1 1-158
Intake Air System
Comoonent Location Index .... 11-159
Throttle BodyTest ................... 11-160
Intake Air Bypass Control
Thermal Valve Test .............. 11-161
Air Cleaner Reolacement ........ 11-162
Air Cleaner Element
Reolacement ......................... 11-162
Throttle Cable Adjustment ...... 11-163
Th rottle Cable
Removal/lnstallation ............ 1 1-164
Th rottle Body Removal/
Installation .. 11-165
Th rottle Body Disassembly/
Reassemblv .......................... 11-166
Catalytic Converter System
DTC Troubleshooting .............. 1 1-167
PCV System
DTC Troubleshooting .............. 1 1-168
PCV Valve InsDection
and Test ...... 1 1- 169
PCV Valve Reolacement .......... 11-169
EVAP System
Component Location Index .... 11-170
DTCTroubleshooting .............. 11-171
EVAP Two Way Valve Test ...... 11-186
Fuel Tank Vaoor Control
Valve Test ... 11-187
EVAP Canister Replacement ... 11-189
Fuel Tank Vaoor Control
Valve Reolacement .............. 1 1-189Fuel Pressu re Relieving ...........

Fuel and Emissions Systems
Symptom Troubleshooting Index
When the vehicle has one of these symptoms, check the diagnostic trouble code (DTC) with the scan tool. lf there is no
DTC, do the diagnostic procedure for the symptom, in the sequence listed, until you find the cause.
SvmotomDiaqnostic procedureAlso check lor
Engine will not sta rt
(MlL works OK, no DTCS set)
1. Test the battery {see page 22-50).
2. Test the starter (see page 4-8).
3. Troubleshoot the fuel pump circult (see page 11
141).
Low compressron
No ignition spark
lntake air leaks
Locked up engine
Broken timing chain
Contaminated fuel
Engine will not start (MlL
comes on and stays on, or
never comes on at all, no
DTCS set)
Troubleshoot the l\4lL circuit (see page 1 '1-97).
Engine will not start
(immobilizer indicator stays
on or flashs)
Troubleshoot the immobilizer system (see page 22-165).
Hard starting(MlL works OK, no DTCS set)
1. Testthe battery (see page 22-50).
2. Checkthe fuel pressure (see page 11-145).
Low compression
Intake air leaks
Contaminated fuel
Cold fast idle too low(MlL works OK. no DTCS set)
1. Do the ECM idle learn procedure (see page 11-139).
2. Checkthe idle sDeed (see paqe 11-138).
Cold fast idle too high
(MlL works OK, no DTCS set)
Do the ECI\4 idle learn procedure (see page 1 1- 139).
Checkthe idle speed {see page 11-138).
Inspect/adjust the throttle cable (see page 1 '1-'163).
Inspect and test the throttle body {see page 1 1-160}.
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3.
ldle speed fluctuates
(MlL works OK, no DTCS set)
1. Dothe ECM idle learn procedure (see page 11-'139).
2. Check the idle speed (see page 11-138).
3, Inspecvadjust th e throttle cable (see page 11''163).
4. Insoect and test the throttle bodv (see paqe 11- 160)
Intake air leaks
After warming up, idle speed
is below specifications with
no load
{MlL works OK, no DTCS set)
1. Do the ECIVI idle learn procedure (see page 1 1- 139).
2. Troubleshootthe alternator FR signal circuit (see
page 11-'134).
3. InsDect and test the throttle bodv {see paqe 1 1-160).
Vacuum hose clogged/
cracked/poor
connectron
After warming up, idle speed
is above specifications with
no toao(MlL works OK. no DTCS set)
1. Do the ECM idle learn procedure {see page 1'j-139).
2. Troubleshoot the alternator FR signal circuit(see
page 11-134).
Low power
(MlL works OK, no DTCS set)
1. Check the fuel pressure(seepagell-145).
2. Inspect and test the th roftle body (see page 11-160).
3. Inspecvadjust the throttle cable (see page 11-'163).
Low compressron
Camshaft timing
problem
Engine oil levelprootem
Engine stalls(MlL works OK. no DTCS set)
1. Do the ECM idle learn procedure (see page 1'l'139).
2. Check the fuel pressure{seepagell-145).
3. Check the idle speed (see page I 1-138).
4. Troubleshootthe brake pedal position switch signal
circuit (see paqe 11-137).
lntake air leaks
Faulty harness and
sensor connections
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Vacuum Hose Routing
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O AIR FUEL RATIO IA/F) SENSOR {SENSOR 1}O SECONDARY HEATED OXYGEN SENSORISECONDARY HO2S} {SENSOR 2}
O MANIFOLD ABSOLUTE PRESSURE (MAPI SENSORO ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE {ECT) SENSORO INTAKE AIR TEMPERATURE (IAT) SENSORO CRANKSHAFT POSITION (CKP) SENSORO KNOCK SENSORO CAMSHAFT POSITION (CMPI SENSOR BITOP DEAD CENTER ITDC) SENSOR)
O CAMSHAFT POSITION ICMPI SENSOR A@ IDLE AIR CONTROL (IACI VALVEO THRONLE BODY.O INJECTOR@ FUEL PULSATION OAMPER[I FUEL FILTER@ FUEL PRESSURE REGULATOR@ FUEL PUMP@ FUEL TANK
@ RESONATOR(9 AIR CLEANER@ POSITIVE CRANKCASE VENTILATION {PCVI VALVE@ THREE WAY CATALYTIC CONVERTER@ EVAPORATIVE EMISSION {EVAPI CANISTER@ EVAPORATIVE EMISSION {EVAP) CANISTERPURGE VALVE{} EVAPORATIVE EMISSION (EVAPI CANISTERVENT SHUT VALVE{' EVAPORATIVE EMISSION {EVAP) TWO WAY VALVE@ EVAPORATIVE EMISSION IEVAPI BYPASSSOLENOID VALVE@ FUEL TANK PRESSURE (FTP) SENSOR@ EVAPORATIVE EMISSION IEVAP} VALVE@ FUEL TANK VAPOR CONTROL VALVE60) FUEL TANK VAPOR RECIRCULATION VALVEO INTAKE AIR BYPASS CONTROL THERMAL VALVE
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System Descriptions (cont'dl
Secondary Heated Oxygen Sensor (Secondary HO2S)
The secondary HO2S detects the oxygen content in the
exhaust gas downstream of the three way catalytic
converter (TWC) and sends signals to the ECM which
checks the efficiency of the TWC. To stabilize its output,
the sensor has an internal heater. The secondarv HO2S
is installed in the TWC.
ztRcoNtaELEMENTSENSORTERMINALS
HEATERTERMINALS
Starting Control
When the engine is started, the ECM provides a rich
mixture by increasing injector duration.
Throttle Position ITP) Sensor
The TP sensor is a potentiometer connected to the
throttle valve shaft. As the throttle position changes, the
sensor varies the signal voltage to the ECM. The TP
sensor is not replaceable apart from the throftle body.
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Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS)
The VSS is driven by the differential. lt generates apulsed signal from an input of 5 volts. The number ofpulses per minute increases/decreases with the speed
of the vehicle.
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System Descriptions (cont'd)
ldle Control System
When the engine is cold, the Ay'C compressor is on, the
transmission is in gear, the brake pedal is pressed. thepower steering load is high, or the alternator is
charging, the ECIM controls current to the ldle Air
Control (lAC) valve to maintain the correct idle speed.
Refer to the System Diagram to see the functional
layout of the system.
Brake Pedal Position Switch
The brake pedal position switch signals the ECM when
the brake pedal is oressed.
Electrical Power Steering (EPS) Senser
The EPS sensor signals the ECM when the power
steering load is high.
ldle Air Control llACl Valve
To maintain the proper idle speed, the IAC valve
changes the amount of air bypassing the throttle body
in response to an electrical signal from the ECM.
From AIR To INTAKECLEANER MANIFOLD
IAC VALVE
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Fuel Supply System
Fuel Cut-off Control
During deceleration with the throttle valve closed,
current to the injectors is cut off to improve fuel
economy at engine speeds over 1,030 rpm. Fuel cut-off
action also occurs when engine speed exceeds
6,900 rpm, regardless of the position of the throttle
valve, to protect the engine from over-rewing. When
the vehicle is stopped. the ECM cuts the fuel at engine
speeds over 6,500 rpm.
Fuel Pump Control
When the ignition is turned on, the ECM grounds the
PGM-Fl main relay which feeds current to the fuel pump
for 2 seconds to pressurize the fuel system, With the
engine running. the ECM grounds the PGM-Fl main
relay and feeds current to the fuel pump. When the
engine is not running and the ignition is on, the ECI\4
cuts ground to the PGM-Fl main relay which cuts
current to the fuel pump.
PGM-FI Main Relay 1 and 2
The PGM-Fl main relay consists of two separate relays.
Relay 1 is energized whenever the ignition switch is ON(ll) to supply battery voltage to the ECM power to the
injectors, and power for relay, Relay 2 is energized to
supply power to the fuel pump for 2 seconds when the
ignition switch is turned ON (ll), and when the engine is
runnrng.

Intake Air System
Refer to the System Diagram to see the functional
layout of the system.
Intake Air Bypass Control Thermal Valve
When the engine is running, the intake air bypass
control thermal valve sends air to the iniectors,
INJECTOR
Throttle Body
The throttle body is a single-barrel side draft type. lt
houses the TP senser and the IAC valve. The lower
portion of the IAC valve is heated by engine coolant
from the cylinder head.
IAC VALVE
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DTC Troubleshooting
DTC P0107: MAP Sensor Circuit Low Voltage
1. Turn the ignition switch ON (lli.
2. Check the MAP with the scan tool.
ls about 101 kPa (760 mmHg,30 in.Hg)or 2.9 V
indicated?
YES Intermittent failu re, system is OK at this time.
Check for poor connections or loose terminals at
the MAP sensor and at the ECM.I
NO-Go to step 3.
3. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
4. Disconnect the MAP sensor 3P connector.
5. Turn the ignition switch ON (lll.
6. lvleasure voltage between MAP sensor 3P
conneclor terminals No. 1 and No. 3.
1.
sGl{GRN/WHTI
Wire s de of femaleterminais
ls there about 5 V?
YES Go to step 8.
NO-Go to step 7.
Measure voltage between EClvl connector
terminals 41 1 and 42'1.
ECM CONNECTOR A 13'IP}
MAP SENSOR 3P CONNECTOF
vccr{YEL/BED)
sGr{GRN/WHT}
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Wire side of female terminals
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ls there about 5 V?
YES-Repair open in the wire between the Eclvl(A21)and the MAP sensor.l
NO Update the ECM if it does not have the latest
software, or substitule a known-good ECM, then
recheck (see page 'l 1-6). lf the symptom/indication
goes away with a known-good ECfvl, replace the
original ECM.I
Check the MAP with the scan tool.
ls 2 kPa (15 mmHg,0.6 in.Hg) ot less or 0 V
ind icated?
YES-Go to step 9.
NO Replace the lvlAP sensor.l
Turn the ignition switch OFF.
Disconnect ECM connector A (31P).
Check for continuity between MAP sensor
connector terminal No. 2 and body ground.
MAP SENSON 3P CONNECTOA
ls therc continuity?
YES-Repair short in the wire between the ECM(A19) and the MAP sensor.l
NO Update the ECM if it does not have the latest
software, or substitute a known-good ECM, then
recheck (see page 11-6). lf the symptom/indication
goes away with a known-good ECM, replace the
original ECM.I
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DTC P0112: IAT Sensor Circuit Low Voltage
1. Turn the ignition switch ON (ll).
2. Check the IAT with the scan tool.
ls 302'F (150'C) or highet (or H-Limit in Honda
node of PGM Tester), ot 0 V indicated?
VES-Go to step 3.
NO Go to step 8.
Disconnect the IAT sensor 2P connector.
Check the IAT with the scan tool.
ls 302'F(150'C)or higher (or H-Limit in Honda
mode of PGM Testet), ot 0 V indicated?
YES-Go to step 5.
NO- Replace the IAT sensor.I
Turn the ignition switch OFF.
Disconnect ECM connector B (24P).
Check for continuity between IAT sensor 2P
connector terminal No. 2 and body ground,
IAT SENSOR2P CONNECTOR
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Wire side of female terminais
ls there continuity?
YES Repair shon in the wire between the ECM
(B'17) and the IAT sensor.l
NO Update the ECM if it does not have the latest
software, or substitute a known-good ECM, then
recheck (see page 11-6). lf the symptom/indication
goes away with a known-good ECM, replace the
original ECM.I
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6.
7.
8. Check the temperature reading on the scan tool.
Be aware that if the engine is warm, the reading
will be higher than ambient temperature. lI the
engine is cold, the IAT and ECT will have the same
va lue.
ls the correct ambient temperature indicated?
YES lntermittent failure, system is OK at this time
Check for poor connections or loose terminals at
the IAT sensor and at the ECM.I
NO Replace the IAT sensor.l
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