Civic EX Sedan L4-1668cc 1.7L SOHC (VTEC) MFI (2001)
14. Set the special tool (A) on the lock washer (B) securely, then loosen and remove the lock washer from inside of the gearbox housing (C).
15. Remove the special tool.
16. Pull on the cylinder to remove it from the gearbox housing. Remove boot A and the slider guide (B) from the cylinder.
17. Check the slider guide for damage and cracks. Using vernier calipers to measure the thickness of the slider guide. If the thickness is less than the
service limit, replace the slider guide.
18. Remove and discard the stop ring (A) on the cylinder by expanding it with snap ring pliers. Remove and discard the lock washer (B).