Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
RES disc does not eject
2002 Honda Civic SiSECTION RES disc does not eject
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.
NOTE:
Disc with labels should not be used in the DVD player unit. They may damage the player mechanism.
- Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
- Try ejecting a disc.
Does the disc eject?
- YES - Intermittent failure, the DVD player unit is OK at this time.
- NO - Go to step 3.
- Turn the ignition switch off.
- Disconnect the DVD player unit 22P connector and wait 2 minutes, then reconnect the connector.
- Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
- Try ejecting a disc.
Does the disc eject?
- YES - Intermittent failure, the DVD player unit is OK at this time.
- NO - Replace the DVD player unit (see DVD PLAYER UNIT REMOVAL/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.