2003 HONDA CIVIC battery replacement

Accessory Power Socket
Circuit Diagram
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Accessory Power Socket Test/
Replacement
1.
4.
Carefully pry the accessory power socket (A) out
from the center lower cover.
Disconnect the 2P connector (B) from the socket.
Inspect the connector terminals to be sure they are
all making good contact.
. lf the terminals are bent, loose orcorroded,
repairthem as necessary, and recheck the
system.. lf the terminals look OK, go to step 4.
Turn the ignition switch ACC (l), and check for
voltage between the No. 'l and No. 2 terminals.
. There should be battery voltage.. lf there is no banery voltage, checkfor:- poor ground {G502).- an open in the wire.- blown No. 18 (15A)fuse in the under-dash
fuse/relay box.

Seat Belts
Front Seat Belt Replacement
SRS comDonents 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: Check the front seat belts for damage, and
replace them if necessary. Be careful not to damage
them during removal and installation.
Front Seat Belt
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 3 minutes before beginning work.
Slide the front seat forward fully.
Remove the lower anchor cap (A), and remove the
lower anchor bolt (B).
3.
1.
5. Remove the rear side trim panel (seepage20-51).
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B7/16-20 UNF32 N m (3.3 kgf.m,24lbt.ft)
7. Disconnect the seat belt tensioner connector (A).
Remove the retractor mounting self-tapping ET
screw {B), and the retractor bolt (C), then remove
the front seat belt (D) and retractor (E).
6x1.0mm3.4 N m {0.35 kgf.m,2.5 lbf.ft)
6. Remove the upper anchor cover {A), and remove
the upper anchor bolt (B).
7/16-20 UNF32 N.m (3.3 kgf m,2ir lbf.ft)
8. lf necessary, remove the
(F).
front seat belt protecto

Seat Belts
Front Seat Belt Replacement (cont'd)
Seat Belt Buckle
1. Make sure you have the anti-theft code for the radio,
then write down the frequencies for the preset
buttons.
2. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery ,and wait at least 3 minutes before beginning work.
3. Remove the front seat (see page 20-7'1).
4. Detach the seat belt switch connector clip (A), seat
belt buckle tensioner connector clip (B), and
harness clip (C).
5. Remove the center anchor bolt (A), and remove the
seat belt buckle {B).
7/16-20 UNF32 N m {3.3 kgf m,24lbf.ft)
6. Pullthe seat belt switch/tensioner harness (C) out
through the hole on the seat track.
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7. Installthe buckle in the reverse order of removal,
and note these items:
. Assemble the washers on the center anchor bolt
as shown.. Apply liquid thread lock to the center anchor bolt
before reinstallation.. lf the seat belt tensioner has been deployed,
replace the front seat belt protector with a new
one.. Apply liquid thread lock to the seat mounting
bolts before reinstallation. 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 ECMiPCM idle learn procedure (see page
1 1_139).
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sRs
Precautions and Procedures
General Precautions
Please read the following precautions carefully beforeperforming airbag system service. Observe theinstructions described in this manual. or the airbags
could accidentally deploy and cause damage or injuries.
. Except when performing electrical inspections.
always turn the ignition switch OFF, disconnect the
negative cable from the battery, and wait at least 3minutes before beginning work.
NOTE: The memory is not erased even if the ignition
switch is turned OFF or the battery cables are
disconnected from the battery.. Use replacement pans which are manufactured to the
same standards and quality as the original parts. Do
not install used SRS parts from another vehicle. Useonly new pans when making SRS repairs.. Carefully inspect any SRS part before you install it.
Do not install any part that shows signs of being
dropped or improperly handled, such as dents, cracks,
or deformation.
. Before removing any SRS parts (including the
disconnection of connectors), always disconnect the
SRS connector.. Use only a digital multimeter to check the system. lf itis not a Honda multimeter, make sure its outout is 10mA (0.01A) or less when switched to the lowest value
in the ohmmeter range. A tester with a higher output
could cause accidental deployment and possible
injury.. Do not put objects on the front passenger's airbag.. The original radio has a coded theft protection circuit.
Be sure to get the customer's radio code and write
down the frequencies for the radio's preset stations
before disconnecting the battery cable.. Before returning the vehicle to the customer, enter
the radio code. then enter the customer's radio
station presets, and set the clock. Do the engine
control module (ECM) idle learn procedure (see page
11-139).
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Steering-related Plecautions
Cable Reel Alignment
. Misalignment of the cable reel could cause an open in
the wiring, making the SRS system and the horns
inoperative. Center the cable reel whenever the
following is performed (see step 6 on page 23-121).
- Installation of the steering wheel- Installation of the cable reel- Installation ofthe steering column- Other steering-related adjustment or installation
. Do not disassemble the cable reel.
. Do not apply grease to the cable reel.
. lf the cable reel shows any signs of damage or
contamination. replace it with a new one. For
example, it does not rotate smoothly.

sRs
Precautions and Procedures {cont'dl
SRS Unit, Front lmpact Sensors, and Side
lmpact Sensors
. Be careful not to bump or impact the SRS unit, front
impact sensors, or side impact sensors whenever the
ignition switch is ON (ll), or for at least 3 minules after
the ignition switch is turned OFF.
. During installation orreplacement, be careful notto
bump (by impact wrench, hammer, etc.) the area
around the SRS unit, front impact sensors, and sjde
impact sensor. The airbags could accidentally deploy
and cause damage or injury.
After a collision in which any airbags or seat belt
tensioners were deployed. replace the SRS unit, front
impact sensors, and other related components (see
page 23-112). After a collision in which a side airbag
was deployed. replace the side impact sensor on the
deployed side and the SRS unit. After a collision in
which the airbags or the side airbags did not deploy,
inspect for any damage or any deformation on the
SRS unit, front impact sensors, and the side impact
sensors. lf there is any damage, replace the SRS unit
and/or the sensors.
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. Do not disassemble the SRS unit, front impact sensors,
or side impact sensors.
. Turn the ignition switch OFF, disconnect the battery
negative cable, and wait at least 3 minules before
beginning installation or replacement of the SBS unit,
or disconnecting the connectors from the SRS unit.
. Be sure the SRS unit, front impact sensors, and side
impact sensors are installed securely. with the
mounting bolts torqued to 9.8 N.m (1.0 kgf.m,7.2 lbf.ft)
. Do not spill wateroroil on the SRS unit, front impact
sensors, or the side impact sensors, and keep them
away from dust.
. Store the SRS unit, front imDact sensors and side
impact sensors in a cool (less than 104"F/40'C) and
dry (less than 80 % relative humidity, no moisture)
area.
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Driver's Airbag Replacement
Removal
1. Disconnectthe battery negative cable, and wait atleast 3 minutes before beginning work.
2. Remove the access panel (A) from the steering
wheel, then disconnect the driver's airbag 4p
connector (B)from the cable reel.
Remove the maintenance cover (A), then remove
the two Torx bolts (B) using a Torx T3O bit.
Disconnect the horn switch connector (1P) (D).
Remove the driver's airbag (C).5.
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Installation
1. Connect lhe horn switch connector (1P) to thedriver's airbag.
2. Place the new driver's airbag (A) inthesteering
wheel, and secure it with new Torx bohs (B), and
installthe maintenance cover (C).
a9.8 N.m {1.0 kgf.m, 7.2 lbt.ft)
Connect the cable reel to the driver's airbag 4P
connector (A), then installthe access panel (B) on
the steering wheel.
Connect the battery negative cable.
After installing the airbag, confirm proper system
operation:
. Turn the ignition switch ON (ll); the SRS indicator
should come on for about 6 seconds and then go
off.. Make sure the horn works.
4.
5.

sRs
Front Passenger's Airbag Replacement
Removal
1. Disconnectthe battery negative cable, and wait at
least 3 minutes before beginning work,
2. Remove the glove box stops, and lower the glove
box.
3. Disconnect the front passenger's airbag 4P
connector (A) from dashboard wire harness B.
Remove the three mounting nuts (A) from the
bracket. Cover the lid and dashboard with a cloth,
and pry carefully with a screwdriver to lift the front
passenger's airbag (B) out ofthe dashboard.
NOTE:The airbag lid has pawls on its side which
4.
aftach it to the dashboard.
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Installation
1. Place the new front passenger's airbag (A) into the
dashboard. Tighten the front passenger's airbag
mounting nuts (B).
9.8 N m {1.0 kgf.m,7.2lbf ft}
Connect the front passenger's airbag 4P connector
(A)to dashboard wire harness B.
Raise the glove box, and reinstall the stops.
Reconnect the battery negative cable.
After installing the airbag, confirm proper system
operation; Turn the ignition switch ON (ll); the SRS
indicator should come on for about 6 seconds and
then go off.
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4.

)Side Airbag Replacement
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NOTE: Review the seat replacement pro6edure in the
Body section before pertorming repairs or service.
Removal
1. Disconnectthe battery negative cable, and wait atleast 3 minutes before beginning work.
2. Disconnect the side airbag harness 2P
connector {A).
Remove the seat assembly (see page 20-71) and
seat-back cover (see page 20-75).
Remove the mounting nut (A) and the side
airbag (B).
3.
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Installation
NOTE:. lf the side airbag lid issecured byatape, removelhe
rape.. Do not open the lid of the side airbag cover.. Use new mounting nuts tightened to the specified
torque.. Make sure that the seat-back cover is installedproperly, lmproper installation may prevent proper
deployment.. Be sure to install the harness wires so that they arenot pinched or interfering with other parts.
1. Place the new side airbag on the seat-back frame(A). Tighten the side airbag mounting nuts (B).
2. Installthe seat-back cover {see page 20-75).
3. Installthe seat assembly (see page 20-71), then
connect the side airbag harness 2P connector.
4. Move the front seat and the seat-back through their
full ranges of movement, making sure the harness
wires are not pinched or interfering with other parts.
5. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
6. After installing the side airbag, confirm proper
system operation;Turn the ignition switch ON (ll);
the SRS indicator should come on for about 6
seconds and then go off.