General information about the car body The body of the car is load-bearing. Individual elements of the body, especially vulnerable in case of accidents, can be removed and repaired, or replaced with new ones (moldings, bumpers, hood, trunk lid (or back...
Body — service 1. The condition of your vehicle's bodywork determines the resale value to a large extent. Body repair is a more time-consuming operation than the repair of individual components. 2. We recommend once a year or after...
Decorative overlays — maintenance Wash your linings as often as you clean your car. Do not use caustic soda or benzine solvents. Wipe vinyl and rubber pads with a special protective liquid. The same applies to all rubber components in vehicles (hoses,...
Interior Upholstery and Mats — Maintenance 1. Every three months (more often if needed) remove floor mats and wash the inside of the car. Vacuum upholstery. 2. Leather upholstery requires special care. Contaminants are removed with a solution of mild soap in...
Body — Minor Damage Repair Repair of minor scratches 1. If the scratch has not cut the paint down to the metal, wipe the area around it with an eraser and rinse with water. 2. With a small brush, paint over the scratch until the level of paint in...
Body — major damage repair 1. Major damage must be repaired by qualified personnel. 2. For any major damage, check wheel alignment and relative position of posts. 3. Large damaged parts (hood, fenders, etc.) better to replace.
Hinges and locks — maintenance Every three months hinges and locks of doors, hood, trunk lid (or back door) must be lubricated. Lubricate door locks with graphite grease, other components with liquid grease.
Bumpers — removal and installation 1. Detach the bumper cover (if it is installed). 2. Disconnect all wires that will interfere with the dismantling of the bumper. 3. Give the bumper some extra support or get a helper 4. Remove fixing bolts and dismantle...
Hood — removal, installation and adjustment Note: This work is best done with two people. Removal and installation 1. Cover the wings with a blanket. 2. Mark the relative position of the hood, brackets and mounting bolts. 3. Disconnect the wires and tubes that...
Hood latch and cable — removal and installation 1. Hood latch positions can be adjusted within the oval bolt holes. When properly adjusted, the latch operates smoothly and closes the hood tightly. 2. The latch cable is not adjustable, but can be replaced after being...
Doors — removal, installation and adjustment Withdrawal 1. Remove the door trim panel ( see Section 12 ). Disconnect all wires and push them through the hole so that they do not interfere with dismantling. 2. Open the door and place a jack under it or use the...
Interior door trim — removal and installation 1. Disconnect the cable from the negative battery terminal. 2. Remove all door trim mounting screws and armrest mounting screws. 3. Remove the screws under the door opening handle and the panel. On manual lift models,...
Latch, lock and door handles — removal and installation Internal door handle 1. Remove the door panel and plastic protection, see Section 12 . 2. Turn away screws of fastening, disconnect draft of a latch and remove the handle of a door. Pic. 13.2a Screws for fastening the...
Door window glass — removal, installation and adjustment Removal and installation 1. Remove the door panel and plastic protection, see Section 12 . 2. Remove the inner door handle, see Section 13 . 3. Lower the glass so that the rear mounting bolt can be unscrewed through the...
Power window assembly — removal, installation and adjustment 1. Remove the door panel and plastic protection ( Section 13 ) 2. Remove the inner door handle ( Section 13 ). 3. Remove the door glass ( Section 14 ). 4. Loosen the front stop bolt. Remove the mounting bolt and unscrew...
External mirror — removal and installation 1. Press the button and tuck in the protective cover. On some later models, to access the mirror mount, you need to remove the decorative trims from the door, see Section 12 . Pic. 16.1 Fixing the outside mirror 2. Turn...
Rear door — removal, installation and adjustment Removal and installation 1. Open the back door. 2. Disconnect all rods and wires that will interfere with the dismantling of the rear door. 3. Outline the position of the door hinge flanges. 4. While an assistant holds...
The front panel of the instrument panel — removal and installation 1. Disconnect the cable from the negative battery terminal. 2. Remove the steering wheel, see chapter 10 . 3. Remove the mounting screws under the steering column. 4. Remove the glove box and tray (if installed). Pic....
Center console — removal and installation 1. Disconnect the cable from the negative battery terminal. 2. Remove the shift lever. 3. If the car is equipped with a front console, unscrew the fixing screws and lift the console box. 4. Pry off the center and rear...
Seat belts — control 1. Inspect straps, cleats, lockplates and guides. Wear or damage is not allowed. 2. Check alarm reminder "Fasten seat belts" when the ignition is turned on. Sound accompaniment may be applied. 3. Inertia-type seat belts...
Body Dimensions — Civic (1984 to 1988) Engine compartment 3 door model Windshield Side door Backdoor 4 door model Front door Windshield Backdoor Rear window and trunk
Body Dimensions — Civic (1988 to 1991) Engine compartment 3 door model Windshield Side door Backdoor 4 door model Windshield Front door Backdoor Rear window and trunk