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We have info for following modifications of 2003 Honda Civic

  • 2003 Honda Civic DX 1.7 L4 GAS, CC:1700, Fuel Injection
  • 2003 Honda Civic EX 1.7 L4 GAS, CC:1700, Fuel Injection
  • 2003 Honda Civic HX 1.7 L4 GAS, CC:1700, Fuel Injection
  • 2003 Honda Civic LX 1.7 L4 GAS, CC:1700, Fuel Injection
  • 2003 Honda Civic GX 1.7 L4 CNG, CC:1700, Fuel Injection
  • 2003 Honda Civic SI 2.0 L4 GAS, CC:1998, Fuel Injection
  • 2003 Honda Civic Hybrid 1.3 L4 ELECTRIC/GAS, CC:1339, Fuel Injection

BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Honda Civic AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2003 Honda Civic cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Honda -> Power Brake Units -> Precautions -> Radio Coded Theft Protection System
Vehicle: 2003 Honda Civic Hybrid 1.3 L4 ELECTRIC/GAS

Radio Coded Theft Protection System

Some original radios have a coded theft protection circuit. Ensure to obtain the customer's code number before disconnecting the battery, removing the fuses from the und...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Honda Civic AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2003 Honda Civic cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Honda -> Power Brake Units -> Diagnosis & Testing -> Check Valve Test -> Function Test -> Leak Test
Vehicle: 2003 Honda Civic HX 1.7 L4 GAS

Function Test

  • With engine turned off, depress brake pedal several times, then depress brake pedal hard and hold for 15 seconds. If brake pedal sinks, then brake line, wheel cylinder, brake caliper or master cylinder are faulty. Repair or replace as required.
  • Start engine with brake pedal depressed. Pedal should sink slightly. If it does not, the booster or check valve is faulty. Repair or replace as required.

Leak Test

  • Depress brake pedal with engine running, then stop engine and hold brake pedal for 30 seconds. Pedal height sh...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Honda Civic AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2003 Honda Civic cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Honda -> Power Brake Units -> Diagnosis & Testing -> Check Valve Test -> Function Test -> Leak Test
Vehicle: 2003 Honda Civic DX 1.7 L4 GAS

Function Test

  • With engine turned off, depress brake pedal several times, then depress brake pedal hard and hold for 15 seconds. If brake pedal sinks, then brake line, wheel cylinder, brake caliper or master cylinder are faulty. Repair or replace as required.
  • Start engine with brake pedal depressed. Pedal should sink slightly. If it does not, the booster or check valve is faulty. Repair or replace as required.

Leak Test

  • Depress brake pedal with engine running, then stop engine and hold brake pedal for 30 seconds. Pedal height sh...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Honda Civic AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2003 Honda Civic cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Honda -> Power Brake Units -> Description
Vehicle: 2003 Honda Civic Hybrid 1.3 L4 ELECTRIC/GAS

The vacuum assist diaphragm assembly multiplies the force exerted on the master cylinder piston in order to increase the hydraulic pressure delivered to the wheel cylinders. The assembly also decreases the effort required to obtain acceptable stopping performance. Vacuum assist units get their energy...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Honda Civic AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2003 Honda Civic cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Honda -> Power Brake Units -> Adjustments -> Pushrod Clearance -> Pushrod Length
Vehicle: 2003 Honda Civic LX 1.7 L4 GAS

Pushrod Clearance

Master cylinder pushrod-to-piston clearance must be inspected and adjusted before installing master cylinder.

  • Adjust bolt so top of it is flush with end of master cylinder piston using pushrod adjustment gauge tool No. 07JAG-SD40100, or equivalent, Fig. .
  • Install master cylinder rod seal between pushrod bolt adjustment gauge and brake booster.
  • Without disturbing position of adjusting bolts, install gauge upside down on booster and torque nuts to 11 ft. lbs.
  • Connect booster in line with a vacuum gauge, and maintain an engine speed that will deliver 20 inch...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Honda Civic AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2003 Honda Civic cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Honda -> Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Brake System Bleed
Vehicle: 2003 Honda Civic EX 1.7 L4 GAS

  • Ensure brake fluid level in reservoir is at MAX (upper) level line.
  • Have assistant slowly pump brake pedal several times, then hold steady pressure.
  • Loosen brake bleed screw to allow air to escape from system, then tig...

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