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HOMESERVICE MANUALSHONDA2002CIVIC SIREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 194 (AXLE SHAFTS)INTERMEDIATE SHAFTINSTALLATION
2002 Honda Civic Si
Intermediate Shaft: Installation
2002 Honda Civic SiSECTION Installation
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- Use brake cleaner to thoroughly clean the areas where the intermediate shaft (A) contacts the transmission (differential), and dry them with compressed air. Do not wash the rubber parts with solvent. Insert the intermediate shaft assembly into the differential. See Figure . Hold the intermediate shaft horizontally to prevent damage to the differential oil seal (B).
- Install the flange bolt (A) and two dowels bolts (B).
- Install the heat shield (A) and rear warm-up three-way catalytic converter (WU-TWC) bracket (B).
- Install the right driveshaft. See 11 .
- Refill the transmission. See ATF REPLACEMENT .
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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.