2003 HONDA CIVIC engine

Compressor Replacement
1. lf the compressor is marginally operable, run the
engine at idle speed, and let the air conditioning
work for a few minutes, then shut the engine off.
2. Make sure you have the anti-theft code for the radio,
then write down the frequencies for the radio's
preset buttons.
3. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
4. Recover the refrigerant with a recovery/recycling/
charging station (see page 21-53).
5. Remove the alternator (see page 4-29).
6. Remove the Ay'C condenser fan assembly (see page
10-10).
7. Disconnectthe compressor clutch connector (A),
remove the bolts, then disconnect the suction line(B) and the discharge line (C)from the compressor.
Plug or cap the lines immediately after
disconnecting them to avoid moisture and dust
contamination.
6 x '1.0 mm9.8 N.m11.0 kgt.m,7.2 tbl.ttl
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8. Remove the mounting bolts and the compressor.
8 x 1.25 mm22 N.m 12.2 kgf.m.
9. Installthe compressor in the reverse order of
removal, and note these items:
. Before installing the new compressor, check for
metal or other contamination in the line. Replace
any contaminated parts.. lf you're installing a newcompressor, you must
calculate the amount of refrigerant oil to be
removed from it (see page 21-6).. Replace the O-rings with new ones at each fitting,
and apply a thin coat of refrigerant oil before
installing them. Be sure to use the correct O-rings
for HFC-134a {R-134a) to avoid leakage,. Use refrigerant oil (KElHlN SP-'10) for HFC-134a
KEIHIN spiral type compressor only.. To avoid contaminatlon, do not return the oilto
the container once dispensed, and never mix it
with other refrigerant oils.. lmmediately after using the oil, reinstallthe cap
on the container, and seal it to avoid moisture
absorption.. Do not spill the refrigerant oil on the vehicle; it
may damage the paint. lf the refrlgerant oil
contacts the paint, wash it off immediately.. Charge the system (see page 21-55).. Do the engine control module (ECM) idle learn
procedure (see page 11-'139).. Enter the antitheft code for the radio, then enter
the customer's radio station presets.
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Heating and Air Conditioning
A/C System Tests (cont'd)
1.
Performance Test
Air conditioning refrigerant or lubricant vapor
can irritate your eyes, nose, or throar.
Be carefulwhen connecting service equipment.
Do not breathe refrigerant or vapor.
The performance test will help determine if the air
conditioner system is operating within specifications.
Use only service equipment that is U.L.-listed and is
cenified to meet the requirements of SAE J2210 toremove HFC-134a (R-134alfrom the air conditioning
system.
lf accidental system discharge occurs, ventilate the
work area before resuming service
R-134a service equipment or vehicle air conditioning
systems should not be pressure tested or leak testedwith compressed air.
Additional health and safety information may be
obtained from the refrigerant and lubricant
manufacturers.
Connect a R-134a refrigerant recover/recycling/
charging station to the high-pressure service port
and the low-pressure service port, following the
equipment manufacturer's instructions.
Determine the relative humidity and air
Iemperaru re.
' Compressed air mixed with R-134a forms a
combustible vapor.. The vapor can burn or explode causing serious
Injury.. Never use compressed air to pressure test
R-134a service equipment or vehicle air
conditioning systems.
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4.
Open the glove box. Remove both glove box stops,
then let the glove box hang down (see page 20-63).
Insert a thermometer (A) in the center vent, andplace another thermometer {B) near the blower unit.
Test conditions:
. Avoid direct sunlight.. Open the hood.. Open the front doors.. Sel the temperature control dial on Max Cool, the
mode control dial on Vent, and the recirculation
control switch on Recirculate.. Turn the A,/C switch on and the fan switch on Max.. Run the engine at 750 rpm.. No driver or passengers in vehicle.
After running the air conditioning for I0 minutes
under the above test conditjons, read the delivery
temperature from the thermometer in the center
vent, the intake temperature near the blower unit,
and the high and low system pressure from the Ay'Cga uges.

General Troubleshooting Information
Tips and Precautions
Bef ore Troubleshooting
1. Check applicable fuses in the appropriate fuse/relay
oox.
2. Check the battery for damage. state of charge, and
clean and tight connections.
. Do not quick-charge a battery unless the battery
ground cable has been disconnected, otherwise
you will damage the alternator diodes.. Do not attempt to crank the engine with the
battery ground cable loosely connected or you
will severely damage the wiring.
Handling Connectors. Make sure the connectors are clean and have no
loose wire terminals.. Make sure multiple cavity connectors are packed with
dielectric grease (except waterti ght connectors).. All connectors have push-down release type locks (A).
Some connectors have a clip on their side used to
attach them to a mount bracket on the body or on
another component. This clip has a pull type lock.
Some mounted connectors cannot be disconnected
unless you first release the lock and remove the
connector from its mount bracket (A).
Never try to disconnect connectors by pulling on their
wires; pull on the connector halves instead.
Alwavs reinstall Dlastic covers,
Before connecting connectors, make sure the
terminals (A) are in place and not bent.
(cont'd)
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Relay and Control Unit Locations
Engine Compartment
RADIATOR FANRELAY
BLOWER MOTOR RELAY
HORN RELAY
CONDENSER FANRELAY
UNDER-HOODFUSE/RELAY BOX
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ELD UNIT
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Gonnectors and Harnesses
aGonnector Index
ldentification numbers have been assigned to in-line connectors. The number is preceded by the letter "C" for connectors, "G" for groundterminals or "T" for non ground terminals.
HamessLocationEngine CompartmentDashboardOthers {Floor, Door,Trunk. and Roo{lNot€s
Starter subharnessC102 and C103T1 and T2T101 and T102
(see page 22-15)
Battery ground cableT3G'l and ( -{see page 22-l!)
Engine ground cableT4{see page 22-14)
Engine wire harnessCl0l through C104G 101(see page 22 16)
Engine compartment wire harness{rioht branchiG201 and G202(see page 22 18)
Engine compartment wire harness(left brench)G301(see page 22 18)
Engine compartment wire harness(dashboard)c401C451 and C452C501 through C503c551c851G402
(see page 22-18)
EPS subharnessC151 and C152G'151\see page 22 241
Dashboard wire harness Alleft branch)C504 through C510G501 and G503(see page 22-26)
Left side turn signal lightc506(see page 22-26)
Dashboard wire harness A(right branch)C50l through C503C5ll through C515C852 and C853G502
(see page 22-26)
Right side turn si9nal lightsub harnesslsee page 22-26)
Dashboard wire harness BC40l through C403c510G40l
(see page 22-30)
ECM wire harnessc101cl52C451 through C453c511G451
{see page 22-32}
Floorwire harness (front side)C402 and C403 G551c453C508 and C509c512C551 an.l C55?
(see page 22'34)
Floor wire harness (rear side)C553 and C554(see page 22-34)
Roo{ wire harnessc507(see paqe 22-38)Hatch wire harnessC553 and C554(s6e paqe 22'39)Driver's door wire harnessC504 and C505(see paqe 22-40)Passenqer's door wi.e harness514 and C515(see oaoe 22-41Te harness)552(see oaqe 22-42i/C wire harnessc851 rhrouoh c853(see paqe 22.43i
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Connectors and Harnesses
Gonnector to Harness lndex
Battery Ground Cable
Connector or TerminalCavitiesLocationConnectstoNotesT3Left side of enqine compartmentLeft side of engine compartmentBody ground via batteryqround car)le2BattervBatterv neoative terminal
Engine Ground Cable
Connector or TerminalCavitiesfocationConnec{stoNotesr45Rioht side of enoine4Right side of engine compartmentBody ground via engine
ENGINE GROUND CABLE
BATTERY GROUND CABLE
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Connector or TerminalRetCavitiesLocationConnoc,ts toNotesAlternatorKnock sensorStarter solenoidc102
c103
10857
6
4116
1
Right side of eng;ne compartmentFront of engineMiddle of engine compartmentFront of engine compartment
Front of engane compartment
Engine wire harness (seepage 22 16)Engine wire harness (seeoaae 22-16)T1r224L€tt side of engine compartmentMiddle or enoine comDanmentUnder hood fuse/relay boxStaner motorT101r1021IUnder-hood fuse/relay boxAlternatorBattervBatterv positive terminal
Starter Subharness
STARTER SUB HARNESS
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Connectors and Harnesses
Engine Wire Harness
Camshaft position (CMP) sensorLllr sensorEC[,4 connector AECI/l connector BEngine coolant temperature (ECT)
sensorEngine oil pressure switchEVAP canister purge valveldle air control (lAC)valve
lgnition coil No. llgnition coil No. 2lgnition coil No. 3lgnition coil No. 4Iniector No. 1Inlector No.2Iniector No.3Iniector No. 4Intake air temperature {lAT) sensor
TDC sensorThrottle position (TP) sensorVehicle speed sensor (VSSI
VTC oil control solenoid valveVTEC oil pressure switchVTEC solenoid valvec 101
c102
233
242
Transmission housingLeft side of engineRight side ofengineUnder glove boxUnder glove boxLeft side of engine
Bight side oI engineLeft side of intake manifoldLeft side of intake manifoldMiddle of engine compartmentMiddle of engine compartmentMiddle of engine compartmentMiddle of engine compartmentMiddle of engine compartmentMiddle of engine compartmentMiddle of engine compartmentMiddle of engine companment
28
1845672524201912
811102729303
22
12333332222233
322220
Left side of intake manifoldLeft side of engineLeft side of intake manifoldTransmission housingRight side o{ engineRight side of engineRight side of engineUnder right side of dash
Front of engine companment
Front of engine compartment
ECM wire harness {see page22-321Starter subharness (see page22-15)Starter subharness (see page22 151
Connector to Harness Index (cont'dl
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