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HOMESERVICE MANUALSHONDA2002CIVIC SIREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 149 (POWER STEERING)PUMP REPLACEMENT
2002 Honda Civic Si
Pump Replacement
2002 Honda Civic SiSECTION Pump Replacement
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- Place a suitable container under the vehicle.
- Drain the power steering fluid from the reservoir (see FLUID REPLACEMENT ).
- Disconnect the IMT actuator connector (A).
- Remove the drive belt (B) from the pump pulley (see DRIVE BELT INSPECTION ).
- Cover the auto-tensioner, alternator, and A/C compressor with several shop towels to protect them from spilled power steering fluid. Disconnect the pump inlet hose (C) and pump outlet hose (D) from the pump (E), and plug them. Take care not to spill the fluid on the body or parts. Wipe off any spilled fluid at once. Do not turn the steering wheel with the pump removed.
- Remove the pump mounting bolts (F).
- Cover the opening of the pump with a piece of tape to prevent foreign material from entering the pump.
- Connect the pump inlet hose and pump outlet hose onto the new pump with a new O-ring (G).
- Loosely install the pump in the pump bracket with the mounting bolts, then tighten the pump fittings securely.
- Tighten the pump mounting bolts to the specified torque.
- Install the drive belt (A).NOTE: Note these items during drive belt installation:
- Make sure that the drive belt is properly positioned on the pulleys (B).
- Do not get power steering fluid or grease on the auto-tensioner, alternator, A/C compressor, and drive belt or pulley faces. Clean off any fluid or grease before 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.