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HOMESERVICE MANUALSHONDA2002CIVIC SIREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 73 (INTAKE AIR SYSTEM)THROTTLE CABLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

2002 Honda Civic Si

Throttle Cable Removal/Installation

2002 Honda Civic SiSECTION Throttle Cable Removal/Installation

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Remove the throttle cable cover (see THROTTLE CABLE ADJUSTMENT ).
Fully open the throttle valve, then remove the throttle cable (A) from the throttle link (B).

Fig 1: Removing Throttle Cable
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Remove the cable housing (C) from the cable bracket (D).
Remove the throttle cable (A) from the accelerator pedal (B).

Fig 2: Removing Throttle Cable From Accelerator Pedal
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Install the cable in the reverse order of removal.
Start the engine. Hold the engine speed at 3,000 rpm without load (in Park or neutral) until the radiator fan comes on, then let it idle.
Hold the cable, removing all slack from it.
Set the locknut on the cable bracket (A).

Fig 3: Setting Locknut On Cable Bracket
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Adjust the adjusting nut (B) so that its free play is 0 mm.
Remove the cable from the cable bracket.
Reset the adjusting nut and tighten the locknut (C).
With the cable properly adjusted, check the throttle valve to be sure it opens fully when you push the accelerator pedal to the floor. Also check the throttle valve to be sure it returns to the idle position whenever you release the accelerator pedal.

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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.