Civic DX Sedan L4-1590cc 1.6L SOHC MFI (1999)
3.
Pull the latch assembly down, and remove the door handle mounting bolts.
4.
Pull the outer handle away from the door. Do not disconnect the outer handle rod. Place a shop towel in the door handle opening to protect the
door from getting scratched.
5.
Turn the outer handle assembly counterclockwise to adjust the outer handle rod. The end of the rod should be flush with the joint or no more than
1 mm beyond it.
6.
Reinstall the outer door handle. Torque the door handle mounting bolts to 9.8 Nm (7.2 lb-ft).
7.
Reinstall the door latch assembly. Torque the latch mounting screws to 6.0 Nm (4.0 lb-ft).
8.
Reinstall the plastic cover and the door panel.
9.
Open and close the door several times to make sure it opens normally.
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