Civic EX Sedan L4-1668cc 1.7L SOHC (VTEC) MFI (2001)
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1.
Check the depth adjustment of the trunk lid:
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Refer to page 20-132 of the 2001-04 Civic Service Manual.
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In ISIS, use the keyword TRUNK ADJUST, and select Trunk Lid Adjustment from the list.
2.
Make sure the trunk lid is flush on all sides and corners.
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If the trunk is misaligned, go to step 3.
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If the trunk lid is properly aligned on all sides and corners, go to REPAIR PROCEDURE C.
3.
Adjust the striker depth position and the trunk lid edge cushions:
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Refer to page 20-132 of the 2001-04 Civic Service Manual.
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In ISIS, use the keyword TRUNK ADJUST, and select Trunk Lid Adjustment from the list.
4.
Check the trunk operation:
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If the trunk opens and closes smoothly, return the vehicle to the customer.
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If the trunk lid is still difficult to close, go to REPAIR PROCEDURE C.
REPAIR PROCEDURE C
1.
Use a small screwdriver to manually set and release the trunk lid latch. Check the operation of the latch:
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If the latch is difficult to set or release, go to step 2.
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If the latch operates properly, go to REPAIR PROCEDURE D.
2.
Replace the trunk lid latch:
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Refer to page 20-157 of the 2001-04 Civic Service Manual.
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In ISIS, use the keyword LID LATCH, and select Trunk Lid Latch Replacement from the list.
3.
Check the trunk operation:
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If the trunk opens and closes smoothly, return the vehicle to the customer.
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If the trunk lid is still difficult to close, go to REPAIR PROCEDURE D.
REPAIR PROCEDURE D
1.
Disconnect the trunk lid opener cable from the trunk lid latch. Check the cable operation:
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Refer to page 20-157 of the 2001-04 Civic Service Manual.
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In ISIS, use the keyword LID LATCH, and select Trunk Lid Latch Replacement from the list.
2.
Check that there is no friction or binding of the cable by holding the outside casing and pulling back and forth on the inner cable:
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If the cable is difficult to move or binds, go to step 3.
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If the cable operates smoothly, go to REPAIR PROCEDURE E.
3.
Replace the trunk lid opener cable:
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Refer to page 20-151 of the 2001-04 Civic Service Manual.
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In ISIS, use the keyword LID OPEN, and select Trunk Lid Opener/Fuel Fill Door Opener Cable Replacement from the list.
4.
Check the trunk operation:
