2003 HONDA CIVIC dashboard

4. Remove the headliner.
-1 Remove the socket plug (A).
-2 Remove the remaining door opening trim {B}
from each roof portion.
-3 Detach the clips (C), and release the fasteners
(D) by pulling the front portion ofthe headliner
(E) down.-4 With the help of an assislant, release the clips(F) of the headliner from the moonroof frame
(G), and release the headliner from the clips (H)
by sliding the headliner forward, and lowering
the headliner.-5 Remove the headliner through the passenger's
opening.
Fastener Locations
C>:Clip,3
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5.Install the headliner in the reverse order of removal,
and note these items:
. When reinstalling the headliner through the
passenger's door opening, be careful not to fold
or bend it, Also, be careful not to scratch the
DOOy.. Check that both sides of the headliner are
securely attached to the trim.. Replace any clips that remain in the roof during
removal. Reinstallthe clips back in the headliner
before installation.
F>:Clip,2 H>:Clip,2
Carpet Replacement
SRS components are located in this area. Reviewthe
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:. Put on gloves to protect your hands.. Take care not to damage, wrinkle. or twist the carpet.. Be careful not to damage the dashboard or other
interior trim pieces.
1. Remove these items:
. Front seats, both sides (see page 20-111. Driver's dashboard under cover (see page 20-60). Passenger's dashboard Iower cover (see page
20-631. Rear seat cushion (see page 20-80). Kick panels, both sides (see page 20-50). Door silltrim, both sides (see page 20-50). Consoles, front and rear (see page 20-57)
2. Remove the nut (A), and using a hex wrench,
release the clip (B), then remove the footrest (C).
Fastener Locations
Aa:Nut,1 B):Clip,'l
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Consoles
Console, Front and Rear Removal/lnstallation
NOTE: Take care not to scratch the front seal,
dashboard, and related parts.
1. Remove the rear console (A).
-1 Slide the front seat forward fully on each side.-2 Remove the screws {B)from the rear portion of
the rear console,-3 Slide the front seat rearward fully on each side.-4 Pullthe front portion of the rear console up to
detach the clips (C) and hooks (D), then release
the rear console from the front console (E).
-5 Starting atthe rear, pullthe rear console up,
then remove it.
Fastener Locations
B >:Screw, 2 C >: Clip, 2
2. Remove the front console (A).
-1 Pull out the dashboard center lower cover {B)
to detach the clips (C).
-2 Dlsconnect the accessory power socket
connector (D).
3 Remove the console box mat (E).
-4 Remove the bolts (F), screws (G), and clips (H).
-5 Gently pull out the front console to release the
hooks (l)and pins (J).
Fastener Locations
C>:Clip,3 F>i Bolt,2 G>:Screw.2 H):Clip,2
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Install the console in the reverse order of removal,
and note these ltems:
. Replace any damaged clips.. Make sure the accessory power socket connector
is plugged in properly.
. Push the clips into place securely.
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20-57

Dashboard
Instrument Panel Removal/
Installation
NOTE:. When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it withprotective tape, and apply protective tape around the
related parts, to prevent damage.. Take care not to scratch the dashboard and related
pa rts.
1. Tilt the steering column down.
2. Remove the steering column upper cover {see page
17,9).
Remove the instrument panel (A).
-1 Gently pull out along the bottom to release the
clips (B) and hooks (C).
-2 Gently pull out the upper portion to release the
clips (D) and hooks (E).
Fastener Locations
B >: clip.2 DD,: Clip,2
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4.Installthe panel in the reverse order of removal,
and push the clip and hook portions into place
securery.
Driver's Dashboard Lower Cover
Removal/lnstallation
NOTE: Take care not to scratch the dashboard and
related Parts.
1. Remove the driver's dashboard lower cover (A).
-1 Turn the lock knob (B) 90".-2 Gently pull out the left side to release the
hooks (C),
-3 Pull out the panelto release the hooks (D).
Installthe cover in the reverse order of removal,
and push the hook portions into place securely.
20-59

Dashboard
Driver's Dashboard Under Cover
Removal/lnstallation
NOTE: Take care not to scratch the dashboard and
related parts.
1 . Remove the driver's dashboard under cover (A).
-1 Turn the lock knob (B) 90'.-2 Gently pull down the rear edge to release the
clip (C).
-3 Pull the cover away to release it from the clip
{D).
Fastener Locations
C >: Clip. 1
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Installthe cover in the reverse order of removal,
and push the clip portion into place securely.
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Driver's Pocket Removal/
lnstallation
NOTE:. Put on gloves to protect your hands.. Take care not to scratch the dashboard and related
pa ns.
1. Remove the driver's pocket (A)
-1 Remove the driver's dashboard under cover.-2 Remove the screws (B).
-3 From behind the dashboard, push the pocket
back by hand to release the clips (C).
4 Release the hook (D).
Fastener Locations
B ):Screw,2 C>: Clip,2
Installthe pocket in the reverse order of removal,
and push the clip portions into place securely.
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Shift Lever Trim Removal/lnstallation
NOTE:. Take care not to scratch the dashboard and related
pa rts.. Put on gloves to protect your hands.
1. Remove the glove box (see page 20-63).
2. Remove the shift knob.
Using a ratchet wrench and an 11 inch extension(A) wrapped with a shop towel (B), carefully insert
the extension through the glove box opening, andpush the shift lever trim (C) from under the trim to
release the clips (D) and hooks (E) of the left side.
Fastener
D>clip,
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Locations
2 E >Hook,2
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4. Pull outthe shift levertrim (A) by hand to release
the remaining cllps (8, C) and hooks (D), and
disconnect the hazard warning switch connector (El,
then remove the trim.
Fastener Locations
B >:Clip, 1C>: Cl;p, 1 D>: Hook,3
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Install the trim in the reverse order of removal, and
note these rtems.
. Make sure the hazard warning switch connectot
is plugged in properly.. Push the clip and hook portions into place
securely,
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Dashboard
Dashboard Center Panel Removal/lnstallation
NOTE:. Put on gloves to protect your hands.. When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it with
protective tape, and apply protective tape around the
related parts, to prevent damage.. Take care not to scratch the dashboard and related
parts.
1. Make sure you have the anti-theft code for the radio,
the write down the frequencies for the preset
buttons.
Remove these items:
. Driver's dashboard lower cover (see page 20-59)
. Passenger's dashboard lower cover (see page
20-63).. Glove box (see page 20-63).. Shift lever trim {see page 20-61).
From the glove box and driver's dashboard Iower
cover openings, loosen the bolts (A) securing the
center panel (B).
2.
Fastener Locations
A): Bolt, 2x 0.8 mm5Nm
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4. Pull out the center panel (A) to release the clips (B)
and hooks (C), and remove the harness holder (D)
from the bracket (E). Disconnect the audio unit
connector (F), antenna lead (G), heater switch
connector (H) and heater control unit connectors (l).
Fastener Locations
B ): Clip, 8
Installthe panel in the reverse order of removal,
and note these items:
Make sure each connector is plugged in properly,
and antenna lead is connected properly.
Push the clip portions into place securely.
Reconnect the negative cable to the battery.
Do the ECN4/PCt\4 idle learn procedure {see page
1l-139).
Enter the anti-theft code for the radio. then enter
the customer's radio station presets.
Reset the clock.
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Passenger's Dashboard Lower
Cover Removal/lnstallation
NOTE: Take care not to scratch the dashboard and
related parts.
1. Remove the passenger's dashboard lower cover(A).
-1 Gently pull down the rear edge to release the
ctips (B).
-2 Pull the cover away to release the pins (C)from
the holders (D).
Fastener Locations
B >: Clip,3
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Install the under cover in the reverse order of
removal, and push the clip ponions into place
securety.
Glove Box Removal/lnstallation
SRS components are located in this area. Review the
SRS component locations (see page 23-13) and theprecautions and procedures (see page 23 14) in the SRS
section before performing repairs or service.
NOTE: Take care not to scratch the dashboard and
related pa rts.
1. Remove the passenger's dashboard lower cover.
2. While holding the glove box (A), remove the glove
box stop (B) on each side.
Fastener Localions
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Remove the bolts, then remove the glove box.
lnstallthe glove box in the reverse order of
removal.
20-63

Dashboard
Dashboard Side Vent RemovaU
Installation
NOTE:. Take care not to scratch the dashboard.. Put on gloves to protect your hands.
1. Remove the dashboard (see page 20-66).
2. Remove the steering hanger beam from the
dashboard (see page 20-68).
3. Remove the screws, then remove the air duct (A)
from the dashboard (B).
Fastener Locations
):Screw, 7
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4.Remove the screws, lhen remove the slde vent (A).
Fastener Locations
):Screw,4
5. lnstallthe side vent in the reverse order of removal.
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Beverage Holder Removal/
lnstallation
NOTE:. Take care not to scratch the dashboard,. Put on gloves to protect your hands.
1. Remove the dashboard (see page 20-66).
2. Remove the screws, then remove the beverage
holder (A).
Fastener Locations
):Screw.2
Installthe beverage holder in the reverse order
removat.
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