2003 HONDA CIVIC wheel alignment

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0 10 mm (0 0.39 in.)Rotational olav measured at outside
29 N (3.0 kgf.6.6lbs)Starting load measured at outside
Angle of rack guide screw loosened
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ItemMeasurementOualiticationStandard or New Service Limit
WheelalignmentCamberFront0'00' 45'
Rear0'45'- 45
CasterFront1"33'11"
TotalToelryttRear
0-3 mm (0::0.12 in.)
lN 2 ' , mm (0.08 "' ,, in.)
Frontwheel turning anglelnside wheel37'40'-2'
Outside wheel29'50'(Reference)
Aluminum wheel runoutAxial0 0.7 mm (0 0.03 in.) 2.0 mm (0.08 in.)
Radial0 - 0.7 mm (0 0.03in.) l.5mm{0.06in.)
WheelbearingEnd playFront0 0.05 mm (0 0.002 in.)
Rear0 0.05 mm (0 0.002 in.)

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ItemMeasuremeniOualificationSpecilicationSTEERINGTypeElectric, Power assisted rack and pinion
Overall ratio15.1Turns,lock to-lock
Steering wheel diameter360 mm (14.2 in)SUSPENSIONTypeIndependent srrul with stabiliTer. coil springRearDouble wishboneShock absorberFrontTelescopic, hydraulic. nitrogen gas-frlled
RearTelescopic, hydraulic, nitrogen gas,filledWHEEL
ALIGNMENT
CamberFront0"00'
Bear0.45'
CasterFront1'33'TotaltoeFront0 mm (0 in.)
RearIn 2 mm (1/16 in.)BRAKESType of service brakeFrontPowerassisted self-adjusling ventilated disc
BearPower-assisted self-adjusting solid discType of parking brakeMechanical actuating, rear wheelsPad friction surface areaFront45 cm'(7.0 sq in.)x2
Rear28 cm'(4.3 sq in.) x 2TIRESSize offront and reartiresPl95/60 815 88VSize o{ spare tireT125r0 D15 95MAIR
CONDITIONING
CompressorTypeScroll
Number of
cylinders
Capacity85.7 m015.23 cu in.)/rev.
Maximum speed12,000 rpm
Lubricant capacity130 m0 {4 1/3 floz)
LubricanttypeSP-10 (P/N 38897'P13-A01AH or38899-P13 A01)CondenserTypeCorrugated finEvaporatorTvpeCorrugated fin
BlowerTypeSirocco fan
Motor type220 Wl12 V
Speed control4 Speeo
Maximum capacity480 m" 116.900 cu ft)/hTemperature controlAirmixtype
Compressor clutchTvpeDry, single plate, poly-V belt drive
Electricalpower
cons!mptron at
68"F (20.C)
42 W maximum at 12 V
RefrigerantTypeHFC 134a (R-134a)
Capacity500 550 g (17.6 19.4 oz)
Design Specifications
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40. Install the air cleaner housinq.
6x1.0mm12 N m (1.2 kgf.m,8.7 lbt.ft)
Install the air cleaner housing cover (A) and
connect the intake air temperature (lAT) sensor
connector (B),
42. Installthe breather hose (C) and vacuum hose 1D).
41.
43. Installthe intake manifold cover.
6x1.0mm12Nm11.2kgf.m.8.7 tbf.ft)
Installthe battery. Clean the battery posts and
cable terminals with sandpaper, then assemble
them and apply grease to prevent corrosion.
Check that the transmission shifts into gear
smoothly.
Inspect for fuel leaks. Turn the ignition switch ON(ll) {do not operate the starter) so that the fuel pump
runs for about 2 seconds and pressurizes the fuel
line. Repeat this operation two or three times, then
check for fuel leakage at any point in the fuel line.
Refillthe engine with engine oil (see page 8-5).
Refill the transmission with fluid (see page 13-3).
Refill the radiator with engine coolant, and bleed
air from the cooling system with the heater valve
open (see page 10-6).
Perform the engine control module (ECM) idle learnprocedure (see page 11-139).
Inspect the idle speed (see page 1 1-138).
Inspect the ignition timing (see page 4-17).
Check the wheel alignment {see page 18-4).
Enter the anti-theft code for the radio, then enter
the customer's radio station presets.
Set the clock.
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28. Connect the transmission ground cable (A).
8 x 1.25 mm
B
22 N.m (2.2 kgf.m, 16lbf.ft)
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6x1,0mm9.8 N.m{1.0 kgl m. 7 lbf ftl
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8x125mm22Nm12.2 kgt m, 16 lbf ft)
lnstall the battery tray (B).
Installthe intake air duct (see step 36 on page 5-14).
Installthe air cleaner housing (see step 39 on page
5-15).
Installthe intake manifold cover (see step 41 on
page 5-15).
Install the battery. Connectthe positive (+) cable
first, then the negative (-)cable to the battery.
Reflllthe transmission fluid (see page 13-3).
Test-drive the vehicle.
Check the clutch operation.
Check the front wheel alignment (see page 18-4).
Enter the anti-theft code for the radio, then enter
the customer's radio station presets.
Do the engine control module (ECM) idle learn
procedure (see page 11-139).
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8. Install a new spindle nut {A), then tighten the nut.
After tightening, use a drift to stake the spindle nut
shoulder {B) against the driveshaft.
{18.5 kgf.m, 134lbt.ft)
9. Clean the mating surfaces ofthe brake disc and the
front wheel, then install the front wheel with the
wheel nuts.
10. Turn the front wheel by hand, and make sure the
clearance between the driveshaft and
circumference parts.
1 l. Refill the transmission with recommended
transmission fluid (see page 13-3).
12. Check the front wheel alignment, and adjust it if
necessary (see page 18-4).
108 N.m(11.0 kgf.m,80 tbt.ft)
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22x 1.5 mm181 N.m
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2.
lntermediate Shaft Removal
Remove the right driveshaft (see page 16-3).
Remove the heat shield.
3. Remove the flange bolt {A) andtwodowel bolts(B).
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Steering
Steering Column Removal
lnstallation
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4.
Install the steering column, and make sure the
wires are not caught or pinched by any parts.
Insertthe upper end ofthe steering joint onto the
steering shaft {A) (line up the bolt hole (B) with the
flat portion (C) on the shaft).
8 x 1,25 mm28 N.m{2.9 kgf m,21 rbr.ft)
A
Slip the lower end of the steering joint onto the
pinion shaft {D) (line up the bolt hole with the
groove (E) around the shaft), and loosely lnstallthe
lower joint bolt. Be sure that the lower joint bolt is
securely in the groove in the pinion shaft.
Pull on the steering joint to make su re that the
steering joint is fully seated. Then installthe upper
joint bolt, and tighten it to the specified torque.
Tighten the lower joint bolt to the specified torque.
Finish the installation, and note these items:
. Make sure the wire harness is routed and
fastened properly.
. Make sure the connectors are properly connected.. Reinstallthe steering wheel (see page 17-8).
. Reconnect the battery.- Do the power window control unitreset
procedure {see page 22-128).- Enter the anti-theft code for the radio, then
enter the custmer's radio station presets.
- Set the clock.. Verify horn, turn signal switch, and cruise control
switch operation.. Check wheel alignment, if necessary (see page
18-4).. Do the engine control module (ECM) idle learn
procedu re {see page '11-139).
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Suspension
Front and Rear Suspension
SpecialTools ............. 18-2
Component Location Index ......................................... 18-3
Wheel Alignment ..................... ........... 18-4
Wheel Bearing End Play Inspection ............................ 18-8
Wheel Runout Inspection .................. 18-9
Ball Joint Removal ... 18-10
Front Suspension
Kn uckle/H u bAVheel Bearing Replacement
Ball Joint Boot Reolacement ..................
Stabilizer Bar Rep|acement ....................
Stabilizer Link Removal/lnstallation
LowerArm Removal/lnstallation ...............
Damper/Spring Replacement
Rear Suspension
Hub Bearing Unit Replacement .....................
Knuckle Reolacement
Stabilizer Bar Replacement ....................
Stabilizer Link Removal/lnstallation ..........................
Upper Arm Removal/lnstallation ...............
Trailing Arm Removal/lnstallation
Damper/Spring Replacement
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Front and Rear Suspension
WheelAlignment
The suspension can be adjusted for front camber, front
toe, and rear toe. However, each of these adjustments
are interrelated to each other. For example, when you
adjust the toe, the camber changes. Therefore, you
must adjust the front wheel alignment whenever you
adjust the camber or toe.
Pre-Alignment Checks
For proper inspection and adjustment of the wheel
alignment, do these checks:
1. Release the parking brake to avoid an incorrect
measurement.
Make sure the suspension is not modified.
Check the tire size and tire pressure
Tire size:
Front/rear: 195/60R15
Tire pressure:
Front: 230 kPa {2.3 kgf/cm',33 psil
Rear: 210 kPa |'2.1 kgf/cm', 30 psi)
Check the runout of the wheels and tires.
Check the suspension ball joints. (Hold a wheel
with your hands, and move it up and down and
right and left to check for wobbling),
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3.
Bounce the vehicle up and down several times to
stabilize the suspension.
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Front Caster lnspection
Use commerciallv available comDuterized four wheel
alignment equipment to measure wheel alignment
(caster, camber, toe, and turning angle). Follow the
eouioment manufacturer's instructions.
Check the caster angle. lf the caster angle is not within
the specification, check for bent or damaged
susoensron comoonents.
Front caster angle: 1'40't 1"
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