2003 HONDA CIVIC Power door

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Do the items in parts A, B, C, D, E, F, and G as required for mileage/time interval listed.
Feplace engine oil(see pageS 5). Capacity withoutlilter change:4.0 q (4.2 US qt,3.5lmp qt)
Replace engjne oil filter (see page I 6). Capacity with filter change: 4.2 0 14.4 US qt, 3.7 lmp qt)Insoect front and rear brakes,. Check pads and discsforwearlthickness), damage, andcracks.. Check calipers for damage, leaks, and tightness of mount bolts.Lubricate door locks, latches and hinges with Honda white lithium grease.Rotate tires, if the vehicle has been driven the distance listed. Follow the pattern shown in the Owner's Manual-Check tire inflaron aoocondition,Inspecttie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots (see page 17,5).. Check rack grease and steering linkage.. Check boots for damage and leaking grease.. Checklluid linefordamage and leaks.Inspect suspensron components. Check bolts for tightness.. Check condition of ball joint boots for deterioration and damage.Inspect driveshaft boots. Check boots for cracks and boot bands for tightness (see page 16-3).
Check parking brake adjustment. Should be fully applied within 7 to 9 clicks.Insp€ct brake hoses and lioes. (including ABS). Check the master cylinder, proportioning control valve, and ABS modulator for damageand leakage (see page 19-24).Check all fluid levels and condition ot lluids; check for leaks. lf necessary, add MTF (see page 13 3), engine coolant, brake fluid, andwindshield washer f luid.Inspect exhaust system*. Check catalytic converter heat shield, exhaust pipe and muffler for damage, leaks, and tightness (see page 9 8).Inspect fuel lines and connections*. Check for loose connections, cracks and deterioration; retighten loose connections and replacedamaged pans (seo page 11'146).Check alllights. Checkfunction otallinterior and exterior lights, andthe position ofthe headlights (see page 22-68).Inspect the v€hicle underbody. Check the paint for damage, scratches, stone chippin0, and dents.
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InsDect and adiust drive belt.. Look tor cracks and damage, and inspect auto tensioner {needs no adjustment).Reolace dust and oollen filter.
Replace air cleaner element every 15,000 miles 124,000 km) in dustv condition {independent ol timei otherwise use Normal Conditionsscredule (see page 11-162).
lReplaceaircleanerelementevery30,000miles(48,000km)(independento{timei(seepagell-162).
Replace brake fluid every 3 years (independent oJ mileagei.
Replacethe dust and pollen Iilter every 15,000 miles ifvehicle is driven mostlywhere air has high concentration olsootfrom industryanddiesel powered vehiclesj also replace the dust and pollen filter anytime aarflow is less than ussal (see pags 21-39).
According to state and federal regulations, failure to do the maintenance items marked with asterisk (*) will not void customer's emissionswarranties. However, Honda recommends that all maintenance services be done at the recommended interval to ensure long-term reliability,
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Body
DoorsComponent Location Index ...........Door Panel Removal/lnstallation .....,..........Door Outer Handle ReplacementDoor Latch ReplacementDoor Glass and RegulatorReplacementDoor Sash Trim Replacement .......................
Door Glass Outer WeatherstripReplacement
Door Weatherstrip Beplacement
Door Glass Adjustment .................................Door Position Adjustment .............................Door Striker Adiustment ................................MirrorsComponent Location Index ...........................Power Mirror Replacement ...........................Mirror Holder Replacement ...........................Rearview Mirror Rep1acement ......................
GlassComponent Location Index ...........................Windshield Replacement
Bear Window Rep1acement ...........................
Ouarter Glass Replacement ..........................MoonroofComponent Location Index ...........................Symptom Troubleshooting Index
Glass Height Adjustment ...............................
Glass ReplacementWind Def lector 8ep1acement ........................Drain Channel Rep1acement ..........................Sunshade Replacement .................................Motor ReplacementFrame and Drain Tube Replacement ............Drain Channel Slider and Cable AssemblyReplacementLimit Switch Adjustment ...............................Closino Force and ODenina Draq Check ......lnterioi TrimComponent Location Index ...........................Trim Removal/lnstallation DoorArea ..........Trim Removal/lnstallation-Rear Side AreaTrim Removal/lnstallation-Cargo Floor AreaTrim Removal/lnstallation-Hatch Area .........Headliner Removal/lnstallation* Carpet Rep1acement .......................................ConsolesConsoles, Front and RearRemova l/lnsta llationFront Console Disassembly/Reassembly .....
20-220,420-620-7
20-920 t0
20- 10
20-1120-1120-1220 13
20-1420-1520-1520-16
20 1120-1920-2520-29
20,3520-3620-3720-3120-3820 3920-4020-4120,42
20 4420-4620,44
20-4920 50
20-51
DashboardInstrument Panel Removal/lnstallation ........Driver's Dashboard Lower CoverRemovat InstallationDriver's Dashboard Under CoverRemova t Insta llation
Oriver's Pocket Removal/lnstallation ............Shift Lever Trim Removal/lnstallation ..........Center Panel Removal/lnstallation ...............Passenger's Dashboard Lower CoverRemova l/lnsta llat ionx Glove Box Removal/lnstallationDashboard Side VentRemoval/lnstallation .................................. 20-64Beverage Holder Removal/lnstallation ........ 20-64Driver'sTray Removal/lnstallation ............... 20-65Passenger's Tray Removal/lnstallation ........ 20 65* Dashboard Removal/lnstallation .................. 20-66Steerinq Hanqer Beam Reolacement ........... 20-68Seats "
Component Location Index ........................... 20-10* Front Seat Removal/lnstallation ................... 20-11* Front Seat Disassembly/Reassembly-Driver's .................................. 20-73* Front Seat Disassembly/Reassembly-Passenger's ........................... 20-74* Front Seat Cover Replacement ..................... 2O-75Rear Seat Removal/1nsta11ation ..................... 20-80Rear Seat-back Latch Replacement .............. 20-81Rear Seat-backStriker Replacement ............ 20-81
20-59
20-59
Rear Seat-back Cover Replacement ............. 20-82Rear Seat Cushion Cover Replacement ....... 20.84BumpersFront Bumper Removal/lnstallation .............Rear Bumoer Removal/lnstallation ...............HoodAdjustmentHood Seal ReplacementHood Insulator Rep1acement .........................Hatch
20-6020,6020 6120-62
20-63
20-63
20,8520-86
20-4720,8820,89
20-5220-5320-5420-55
20-5720-58
Adjustment ................... 20-90Hatch Suppon Strut Replacement ................ 20-91Hatch WeatherstriD Reo1acement ................. 20-92
Fuel Fill DoorAdiustment ................... 20-93Exterior TrimFront Grille Replacement ..............Cowl Covers Replac"rn""t .. . .....................A pillar Corner Trim Replacement ................Roof lMolding Replacement ...........................Rear License Trim ReplacementHatch Spoiler 8ep1acement ...........................Emblem Rep1acement .........................
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Doors
Component Location Index
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DOOR SASH TRIMReplacement, page 20-10
DOOR GLASS OUTERWEATHERSTRIPReplacement, page 20-10
DOORPosition Adiustment,page 20-12
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DOOR OUTER TRIM
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DOOR WEATHERSTRIPReplacement, page 20-'l'l
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IMMOBILIZER LABEL
REGULATORReplacement, page 20-9
CYLINDER ROOPROTECTOR
GLASSReplacement, page 20-9Adjustment, page 20-11
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STRIKERAdjustment, page 20- 13
LATCHReplacement, page 20-7
RETAINER CLIP
POWER DOORLOCK ACTUATOR
OUTER HANDLEPROTECTOR
LOCK CYLINDER
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5. Pull out the switch panel (A)to release the hook (B),
then remove the panel from the door panel.
Disconnect the power window switch connector (C).
Release the clips that hold the door panel (A) with a
commercially available trim pad remover (B), then
remove the door panel by pulling it upward.
Remove the door panel with as little bending as
possible to avoid creasing or breaking it,
Fastener Locations95 mm (3.74 in.l
12 mm r q----------i.0.17 in.l r <_--'r-
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45 mm {1.77 in.l
7. Disconnect the inner handle cable {A) from the
inner handle (B), and disconnectthe power door
lock switch connector (C) {driver's). Take care not to
bend the cable.
8. Detach the harness clip (A)from the door panel (B).
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Install the door panel in the reverse order of
removal, and note these items:
. Replace any damaged clips.. Make sure the cable is connected securely, and
the connector is plugged in properly.. Check the window and power door lock
operatrons,
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Doors
IDoor Sash Trim Replacement
NOTE: Take care not to scratch the door.
1. Remove the door glass outer weatherstrip.
2. Pull back the door weatherstrip (A) at the rear
upper corner, and remove the screw.
Fasten6r Location
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Lift up the door sash trim {B) to release the hooks(C), then remove the trim.
lnstallthe trim in the reverse order of removal.
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Door Glass Outer Weatherstrip
Replacement
NOTE:. Put on gloves to protect your hands.. Take care not to scratch the door
1. Remove the power mirror (see page 20-15).
2. Starting at the front, pry the door glass outer
weatherstrip (A) up to detach the clips (B), and
release the weatherstrip from the door sash trim(C), then remove the weatherstrip.
Fastener Locations
Install the weatherstrip in the reverse order ot
removal, and replace any damaged clips.
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B>:Clip,s

Power Mirror Replacement
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Lower the door glass fully.
Carefully pry out the mirror mount cover (A) by
hand in the sequence shown. Disconnect the
tweeter connector (B), and release the wire harness
(C) from the hook (D).
Fastener Location
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3. Remove the door panel (seepage20-4).
4. Disconnectthe connector (A), and detach the
harness clip (B). While holding the mirror {C),
remove the nuts, then remove the mirror. Take care
not to scratch the door.
Fastener Locrtions
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lnstall the mirror in the reverse order of removal,
and note these items:
. Make sure the connector is plugged in properly.
. Attach the harness clip.
Mirror Holder Replacement
1. Carefully pulloutthe bottom edge ofthe mirror
holder (A) by hand. Take care not to scratch the
mrrror.
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Separate the mirror holder from the actuator (B) by
slowly pulling them apart while detaching the clips
(C). lf equipped, disconnect the mirror defogger
connectors{D) from the heater pad terminals.
lf equipped, reconnect the mirror defogger
connectors.
Reattach the clips of the mirror holder to the
actuator, then position the mirror holder on the
actuator. Carefully push on the clip portions of the
mirror holder untilthe mirror holder locks into
prace.
Check the operation of the actuator
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Heating and Air Conditioning
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SvmptomDiagnostic procedureAlso check for
Recirculation control doors do not
change between Fresh and Recirculate
Recirculation Control Motor
Circuit Troubleshooting (see page
21 251
Cleanliness and tightness of all
connectors
Both heater and Ay'C do not workHeater Control Power and Ground
Circuits Troubleshooting (see
page 21-27)
Blown fuse No. '14 (10A) in the
under-dash fuse/relay box
Poor ground at G501
Cleanliness and tightness of all
conneclors
Condenser fan does not run at all (but
radiator fan runs with the Ay'C on)
Condenser Fan Circuit
Troubleshooting {see page 21-28)
. Poor ground at G301. Cleanliness and tightness of all
connectors
Both fans do not run with the A,/C onRadiator and Condenser Fans
Common Circuit Troubleshooting
(see page 21-29)
Blown fuse No. 1 (20A) and No.4
(20A) in the under-hood fuse/relay
box
Poor ground at G30l
Cleanliness and tightness of all
connectors
Compressor clutch does not engage(both fans run with A,/C on)
Compressor Clutch Circuit
Troubleshootinq (see Daqe 21-30)
Cleanliness and tightness of all
connectors
A/C system does not come on (both
fans and compressor)
Ay'C Pressure Switch Circuit
Troubleshooting (see page 21-32)
Blown fuse No. 1 (20A) and No. 4
(20A) in the under-hood fuse/relay
box
Poor ground at G301
Cleanliness and tightness of all
connectors
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