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2002 Honda Civic Si

Engine Removal

2002 Honda Civic SiSECTION Engine Removal
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NOTE:
  • Use fender covers to avoid damaging painted surfaces.
  • To avoid damage, unplug the wiring connectors carefully while holding the connector portion.
  • Mark all wiring and hoses to avoid misconnection. Also, be sure that they do not contact other wiring or hoses, or interfere with other parts.
  1. Secure the hood in the wide open position (support rod in the lower hole).
  2. Make sure you have the anti-theft code for the radio, then write down the frequencies for the radio's preset buttons.
  3. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery first, then disconnect the positive cable.
  4. Remove the intake resonator.
    Fig 1: Removing Intake Resonator
    G01402663Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  5. Remove the battery and battery base.
  6. Remove the battery cables (A) from the fuse box, and remove the harness clamps (B).
    Fig 2: Removing Battery Cables
    G01402664Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  7. Remove the intake air duct (A) and ground cable (B).
    Fig 3: Removing Intake Air Duct
    G01402665Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  8. M/T: Remove the clutch slave cylinder (A) and clutch line bracket mounting bolt (B).
    Fig 4: Removing Clutch Slave Cylinder (M/T)
    G01402666Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  9. M/T: Remove the shift cable (A) and select cable (B).
    Fig 5: Removing Shift Cable (M/T)
    G01402667Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  10. CVT: Remove the shift cable.
    Fig 6: Removing Shift Cable (CVT)
    G01402668Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  11. Relieve fuel pressure (see FUEL PRESSURE RELIEVING ).
  12. Remove the evaporative emission (EVAP) canister hose.
    Fig 7: Removing EVAP Canister Hose
    G01402669Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  13. Remove the brake booster vacuum hose.
    Fig 8: Removing Brake Booster Vacuum Hose
    G01402670Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  14. Remove the glove box stops, then open the glove box.
  15. Disconnect the engine control module (ECM)/powertrain control module (PCM) connectors.
    Fig 9: Disconnecting ECM/PCM Connectors
    G01402671Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  16. Remove the harness clamps (A) and grommet (B), then pull the engine wire harness through the bulkhead.
    Fig 10: Removing Harness Clamps
    G01402672Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  17. Remove the throttle cable (A) and cruise control actuator cable (B) by loosening the locknuts (C), then slipping the cable ends out of the accelerator linkage. Take care not to bend the cables when removing them. Always replace any kinked cable with a new one.
    Fig 11: Removing Throttle Cable (Except 2-Door D17A1, D17A2 Engines)
    G01402673Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
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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.