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HOMESERVICE MANUALSHONDA2002CIVIC SIREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 194 (AXLE SHAFTS)INTERMEDIATE SHAFTREASSEMBLY

2002 Honda Civic Si

Intermediate Shaft: Reassembly

2002 Honda Civic SiSECTION Reassembly

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: Refer to the exploded view as needed during this procedure. See Fig 1 .

Clean the disassembled parts with solvent, and dry them with compressed air. DO NOT wash the rubber parts with solvent.
Press the intermediate shaft bearing (A) into the bearing support (B) using the driver, oil seal driver attachment, and a press. See Fig 2 .
Install the internal snap ring into the groove of the bearing support. See Figure .
Press the intermediate shaft (A) into the shaft bearing using the attachment and a press. See Fig 3 .
Install the external snap ring (A) into the groove of the intermediate shaft (B). See Fig 4 .
Pack the interior of the outer seal (A) with grease. Install the outer seal into the bearing support (B) using fork seal driver, support base attachment, support base and a press. See Fig 5 .
Install the heat shield onto the bearing support.

Fig 1: Exploded View Of Intermediate Shaft

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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.