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Shift Lock Solenoid/Shift Lock Stop/Shift Lock Stop Cushion Replacement
2002 Honda Civic SiSECTION Shift Lock Solenoid/Shift Lock Stop/Shift Lock Stop Cushion Replacement
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Honda Odyssey and 2005 Honda Odyssey. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the shift lever assembly (see SHIFT LEVER REMOVAL ).
- Remove the tape from the harness.
- Remove the harness band.
- Remove the shift lock solenoid (A) by expanding its locks (B). Remove the shift lock solenoid plunger (C) and plunger spring (D).
- If replacing the shift lock stop or shift lock stop cushion, remove the shift lock stop (E), and remove the shift lock stop cushion (F).
- Replace the shift lock solenoid.
- Apply silicone grease to the pin (G) on the shift lever bracket, and install the shift lock stop over the pin. Be sure to install the shift lock stop cushion on the stop.
- Install the shift lock solenoid plunger and plunger spring in the shift lock solenoid.
- Apply silicone grease to the tip of the shift lock stop, and install the shift lock solenoid by aligning the joint of the shift lock solenoid plunger with the tip of the shift lock stop.
- Route the harnesses along the harness guide (A), and tie the harnesses and guide with the new band (B).
- Tie the harnesses together into bundles with new tape (A) in two places.
- Tie the harnesses and the harness clamp (B) together into a bundle with tape (C).
- Install the shift lever assembly (see SHIFT LEVER INSTALLATION ).
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.