2003 HONDA CIVIC low oil pressure

Heating and Air Conditioning
Compressor Clutch Circuit
Troubleshooting (cont'dl
16. Check for continuity between the No. lterminal of
the compressor clutch relav 4P socket and the No. l
terminal of the compressor clutch 1P conneclor.
COMPRESSON CLUTCH RELAY 4P SOCKET
COMPRESSOR CLUTCH 1P CONNECTORTerminal side of male terminals
ls therc continuity?
YES-Check the compressor clutch clearance, the
thermal protector, and the compressor clutch field
coil (see page 21-48).I
NO-Repair open in the wire between the
compressor clutch relay and the compressor
clutch.l
21-32
A/C Pressure Switch Circuit
Troubleshooting
'1. Turn the ignition switch ON {ll).
2. Turn the blower switch on, and check for blower
motor operatron.
Does the blower motor run on all speeds?
YES Go to step 3.
NO Troubleshoot the blower motor circuit (see
page 21-20).
3. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
4. Disconnect heater control panel connectorA ('14P).
5. Turn the ignition switch ON (ll).
6. Measure the voltage between the No, 4 terminal of
heater control panel connector A {14P) and body
grou nd.
HEATER CONTROL PANEL CONNECTOR A (I4P}
1.
ls there battety voltage?
YES Go to step 7.
NO-Go to step 9.
Stan the engine.
Wire side of female termina's

Refrigerant Recovery
Air conditioning refrigerant or lubricant vapor
can irritate your eyes, nose. or throat.
Be careful when connecting service equipment.
Do not breathe refrigerant or vapor
Use only service equipment that is U.L.-listed and is
certified to meet the requirements of SAE J2210 to
remove HFC-134a (R-134a) from the air conditioning
system.
lf accidental system discharge occurs, ventilate the
work area before resuming service
Additional health and safety information may be
obtained from the refrigerant and lubricant
manufacturers.
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1. Connect a R-134a refrigerant recovery/recycling/
charging station {A) to the high-pressure service
port (B) and the low-pressure service port (C), as
shown, following the equipment manufacturer's
instructions.
lvleasure the amount of refrigerant oil removed
from the Ay'C system after the recovery process is
completed. Be sure to put the same amount of new
refrigerant oil back into the Ay'C system before
chargrng.
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System Charging
Air conditioning refrigerant or lubricant vapor
can irritate your eyes, nose, or throat.
Be carefulwhen connecting service equipment.
Do not breathe refrigerant or vapor,
Use only service equipment that is U.L.'listed and is
certified to meet the requirements of SAE J2210 to
remove HFC-134a {R-134a) from the air conditioning
system.
lf accidental system discharge occurs, ventilate the
work area before resuming service
Additional health and safety information may be
obtained from the refrigerant and lubricant
manufacturers.
1. Connect a R-134a refrigerant recovery/recycling/
charging station (A) to the high-pressure service
pon (B) and the low-pressure service port {C), as
shown, following the equipment manufacturer's
instructions.
2.
3.
4.
Evacuate the system (see page 21'54).
Add the same amount of new refrigerant oil to the
system that was removed during recovery. Use
only KEIHIN SP-10 refrigerant oil.
Charge the system with the specified amount of
R-134a refrigerant. Do not overcharge the system;
the compressor will be damaged.
Select the appropriate units of measure for your
refrigerant charging station.
Refrigerant capacity:
500 to 550 g
0.50 to 0.55 kg
1.10 to 1.21 lbs
17.6 to 19.4 oz
Check for refrigerant leaks (see page 21'56).
Check for system performance (see page 21-58).
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A/C System Tests
Pressure Test
Test resultssvmotom3DGaUSeDischarge (high)pressureabnormally high
After stopping compressor, pressure
drops quickly, and then continues toAir in systemRecover, evacuate (see page 21-54),and recharge with specified amount{see oaoe 21 55).
Beduced or no air flow throughcondenserClogged condenser or radiatorfinsCondenser or radiator fan not
CleanCheck fan voltage and rpm.Check fan direction.
Line to condenser is excessively hot.Restricted flow of refrigerant inReplace restricted lines.
Discharge pressureHigh and low pressures are balancedsoon after stopping compressor, Lowside is hioherthan normal.
. Faulty compressor dischargevalve. Faultv comoressor seal
Beplace the compressor.
Outlet of expansion valve is notfrosted, low pressure gauge indicatesFaulty expansion valveMoisture in system
. Replace the expansion valve.. Recover, evacuate for at least30 minutes, and recharge withsDecified amount.
Suction (low)pressureabnormally low
Expansion valve is not frosted, andlow-pressure line is not cold. Lowpressure gauge indicates vacuum,
' Frozen expansion valve(Moisture in system). Faulty expansion valve
Recover, evacuate for at least30 minutes, and recharge withspecified amount.Beplace the expansion valve.
Discharge temperature is low, and theair flow from vents is restricted.Frozen evaporatorRun the fan with compressor off, thencheck evaooratot temoerature sensor.
Exoansion valve is frosted.ean or reolace,
Receivetdryer outlet is cool, and inletis warm (should be warm duringooeralton),
Clogged receiver/dryerReplace receaver/dryer.
Suction pressureabnormally highLow pressure hose and check joint arecooler than the temperature aroundevaoorator,
Expansion valve open too longBepair or replace.
Suction pressure is lowered when..nrlenser is cooled bv water.Excessive refrigerant in systemRecover, evacuate, and recharge withqnp.ifie.lamo'rnr
High and low pressure are equalizedas soon asthecompressor is stopped,and both gauges fluctuate while
Faulty gasketFaulty high pressure valveForeign panicle stuck in high
Replace the compressor.
Suction anddaschargepressuresabnormallv hioh
Reduced air flow through condenser.. Clogged condenser or radiatorfins' Condenser or radiator fan notworkino orooerlv
CleanCheck voltage and fan rpm.Check fan direction.
Suction anddischarge pressureabnormally low
Low-pressure hose and metalendareas are coolerthan evaoorator,Clogged or kinked low-pressurehose oartsRepair or replace.
Temperature around expansion valveis too low compared with that aroundClogged high-pressure lineRepair or replace,
Fefrigerant leaks:omoressor clulch is dirtv.:omoressor shaft seal leakinqReolace the comDressor,
lomoressor bolt(s) are dirtv.no around bolt(s)Tiohten bolt{s) ot reolace comDressor,
;omDressor oasket is wet with oil.ietnoace the comoressor.
(cont'd)
21-57

Ground Distribution
Ground to Components Index
GroundComponent or circuit qrounded
Batterv, Transmission housinq
E ngine
G 101ECM (PG is BLK; LG is BRN/YEL)
BLK: IAC valve, lgnition coils, Vehicle speed sensor, VTEC solenoid valve
BRNA/EL: Camshaft oosition (CMP) sensor. CKP sensor, TDC sensor. VTEC oil pressure switch
G 15']EPS control unit
G201ELD unit. Multiplex control inspection connector, Multiplex control unit, Power window relay, Rear
window washer motor, Right front parking light, Right front side marker light, Right front turn signal
light, Turn signal/hazard relay, Washer fluid level sensor (Canada) , Windshield washer motor,
Windshield wiDer motor
G202ABS modulator-control unit
G301
G401
Blower motor relay, Brake fluid level switch, Condensor fan motor, Cruise control actuator, Left front
parking light, Left front side marker light, Left front turn signal light, Radiator fan motor, Radiator fan
swrtcn
Combination liqht switch, lqnitlon kev srvitch, Wiper/wasfrer sr,virch
G402Left and riqht airbaq sensors, SRS unit
G 451Data link connector (DLC)
G501Clutch interlock switchm Clutch pedal position switch (for cruise control), Cruise control main switch,
Cruise control unit, Daytime running lights control unit (Canada), Driver's door lock knob switch,
Driver's door lock switch, Driver's power window motor, Heater control panel, Left power mirror
defogger (Canada), left side turn signal light, Moonroof control unit, Monroof open and close relays,
Moonroof position sensor '1, Moonroof seitch, Power mirror switch, Power transistor, Power window
master switch. SDotliqhts
G502Accessory power socket, Gauge assembly, Keyless receiver unit, lvlultiplex control unit, Right power
mirror defogger {Canada)
G503Audio unit
G551Driver's seat belt switch, Fuel gauge sending unit, Fuel pump, Memory erase signal (IMES) connector,
OPDS unit. Rioht seat belt switch
G552High mount brake light, License plate lights, Rear window defogger, Rear window defogger noise
condenser. Rear window wioer motor, Hatch latch switch
Back-up lights, Brake lights, Rear side marker lights, Rear turn signal lights, Rear window wiper noise
condenser, Rear window wiper intermittent control unit, Taillights
22-48

Gauges
Self-diagnostic Procedure
The gauge assembly has a self-diagnosis function.. The Beeper Drive Circuit Check. The Indicator Drive Circuit ChecL. The LCD Segments Check. The Gauges Drive Circuit Check (Speedometer, Tachometer, Fuel gauge, Coolant temperature gauge). The Communication Line Check (the coolanttemperature signal line between the gauge and ECM)
NOTE: Indicators are also controlled via the communication line.
Entering the self-diagnosis f unction:
Before doing the self-diagnosis function, check the No. 9 (10A) fuse in the under-hood fuse/relay box and No. 10 {7.5A)fuse in the under'dash fuse/relay box.
1. Push and hold the trip/reset button.
2. Turn the lighting switch ON.
3. Turn the ignition switch ON (ll).
4. Within 5 sec., turn the lighting switch OFF, then ON and OFF again.5. Within 5 sec., release the trip/reset button, then push and release the button four times reDeatedlv.
NOTE:. While in the self-diagnosis mode, the dash lights brightness controller operates normally.'Whileintheself-diagnosismode,thetrip/resetbuttonisusedtostartthebeeperdrivecircuitcheckandthegauge
drive cicuit check.. lf the vehicle speed exceeds 1.2 mph 12 km/h) orthe ignition switch is tu rned OFF, the self,diag nosis mode ends.
oN flrl
lgnition
Switch
Lighting
Switch
Trip/Reset
Switch-> Move to selt-diagnosis mode.
5 sec.5 sec.
The Beeper Drive Circuit Check:
When entering the self-diagnosis mode, the beeper sounds five times
The Indicator Drive Circuit Check:
When entering the self-diagnosis mode, the following indicators blink.
Seat belt indicator, Door/hatch indicator, Brake system, Lowfuel indicator, Maintenance required indicator (USA),
Washer fluid level indicator (Canada), Oil pressure light.
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OFF
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Low Fuel lndicatorTest.....................11-158Moonroof Drain Channel SliderReplacement......................................... 20'44
Moonroof FrameRep1acement,,,,,,,,,,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,,,,,,............ 20 42
MoonroolGlassAdiustment ........................................... 20-37Rep1acement......................................... 20 37
Moonroot Limit SwitchAdjustment ........................................-.- 20 46Test ...................................................... 22 113
Moonrool MotorReplacement....-.................................... 2D-41
Oil Pressure SwitchTest ................-.-........-................................ 8-4Replacement.........-................................. 8-16
Oil Pump, EngineOverhau1 ................................................... 8-8
Oil, EngineReplacement...-................-.-...................... 8-5
OPDS UnitReplacement....................................... 23- 124
Outside Mirror HoldersBeplacement......................................... 20-15
Outside Power Mirror ActuatorsTest ...................................................... 22-117Bepf acement..-.................................... 22-1 14
Outside Power Mirror SwitchTest ..-................................................... 22-111
Outsid€ Power MirrorsReplacement............................ ... .. . . . 20-15Component Location lndex .............. 22- 114Circuit Diagram .................................. 22-115Test -..................................................... 22-116
Lower ArmsRemoval/1nsta11ation............................ 18 19
Lubrication SystemComponent Location Index..................... 8-3Test............................................................ 8 4
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M/TAssemblyRemoval.......... 13-4 Test...................... 22-1 12lnstallation............. 13-8
.........21,35
Disassembly ......................................... 13-14Resassembly .. ... ................. 13-46
M/TChange Leverlnspection ............................................. 13-19Disassembly 8eassemb1y ................... 13-20
M/T Countershaft AssemblyInspection ....................................... 13 31, 33Disassemb1y ......................................... 13-32Resassemb|y ........................................ 13-34
M/T DifferentialComponentLocation Index................. 13-52Adiuslment ........................................... 13-56
M/T Maifthaft Assembly1nspection ... ................................... 13-23, 26Disassembly ......................................... 13 25Resassembly ........................................ 13 28Adjustment ........................................... 13-43
M/T Reverse Shift ForkInspection .................... ........................ l3 19
M/T Shift LevelReplacement......................................... 13-51
Mainshaft BearingsReplacement....,.................................... 13 41
MairtenancelSee section 3)
MILHow to Informatron ............................. 1 1.46
MIL CircuitTroubleshooting .......... .- . . . . ......... 11 97
MirrorsComponentLocation Index................. 20'14
Mode Control MotorReplacement
Moonrool SunshadeRep1acement....................... . . ............. 20 40
Moonroof SwitchTesVRep1acement .............................. 22- l 12
Mooniool Wind Def lectorReplacement.......................-................. 20-38
Moonroof/SunroofComponent Location Index ... 20-35, 22-108Test ........................................................ 20-48Cf rcuit Diagram .................................. 22- 109
MTFInspection/Rep1acement. .......... ........... 13-3
Muhiplex Control SystemComponentLocation lndex ..............22 168Circuit Diagram .................................. 22-1690escription ......................................... 22-17 1Troubleshooting ................................ 22-17 2
Muliiplex Control Unit, Under-dashInput TestEntry Light Control Sysiem ............. 22-92Keyless Entry/Security AlarmSystern .-....................................... 22-155MultiplexControl System .............22 115Wiper/Washer................................. 22'1 41
NoiseTest,,Reduction Condenser
Parking ErakeInspection Adjustment ........... .............. 19-7
Parking Brake CableRep1acement......................................... 19-26
Parking Erake Switch
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Test ...................... 19-10
Test............................... . ...........2135
Moonroof Auto Stop SwitchosTest ...................................................... 22'113
Moon.oot Control Unillnput Test ............................................ 22-110
Moonroof Drein ChannelBeplacement ... . ....... ......................... 20 39
Oil Filte]Replacement............................................. 8-6
Oil Filter Feed PipeReplacement............... . ..-,...,.,,,,,,,,8-7
Oil PanRemoval .............,.,,,,,,,,,,,,.,.,,,.........-....... 7 1 1lnstallation .............................................. 7 -27
Passenger's TraVRemoval/lnstallation ............................ 20-65
PCV ValveBeplacement....................................... 1 1'169Test........................................... l1 169
Piston Rings8ep1acement................................-.-...-.- 7-21
PistonsReplacement...................-....................... 7-181nsta|1ation ...................................... ...1-23
Power R€layTest ...............-.-...................................... 22-51
Power Window Motor, Driver'stesl.....,,,, .,.,,,............
Power Window Motors, Passenger's
Power Window Switch, Masterlnput Test ..........-.........-....................... 22-126Tesr ....... . ............................................ 22 124Replacement....................................... 22-133
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