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HOMESERVICE MANUALSHONDA2002CIVIC SIREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 39 (SEATS)SEATSFRONT SEAT COVER REPLACEMENTNOTES
2002 Honda Civic Si
Front Seat Cover Replacement: Notes
2002 Honda Civic SiSECTION Notes
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NOTE:
SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations, (see AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS article), and the precautions and procedures (see AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS article) before performing repairs or service.
- For '03-04 models: The operation of the driver's seat position sensor must be checked after any of these actions (see AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS
article
):
- Driver's seat position sensor replacement
- Cover plate (front side of driver's seat slide rail) replacement
- For '03-04 models: The front passenger's weight sensor (SWS) unit must be calibrated after any of the these actions (see AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS
article
):
- Front passenger's seat replacement (including any seat components)
- Replacement of the seat weight sensors
- Replacement of the seat weight sensor unit
NOTE:
- With side airbag ('02-04 models): Seats with a side airbag have a "Side Airbag" label on the seat-back. Because the component parts (seat-back cover, cushion, etc.) of seats with and without airbags are different, make sure you install only the correct replacement parts.
- With side airbag ('02-04 models): Do not repair any tears or frayed spots of the seat-back cover. If necessary, replace the seat-back cover.
- Take care not to tear the seams or damage the seat covers.
- With side airbag ('02-04 models): Do not touch the OPDS sensor in the seat-back pad. Keep the sensor free from grease, oils and moisture, as they can damage the sensor. Oils can corrode the sensor, and cause it to malfunction.
- Put on gloves to protect your hands.
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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.