Civic HX Coupe L4-1668cc 1.7L SOHC (VTEC-E) MFI (2001)
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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 E.
REPAIR PROCEDURE E
1.
Look at the back of the lock cylinder while you turn the key from lock to unlock.
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Refer to page 20-158 of the 2001-04 Civic Service Manual.
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In ISIS, use the keyword LID LOCK, and select Trunk Lid Lock Cylinder Replacement from the list.
2.
Check the operation of the trunk lid lock cylinder:
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If the lock cylinder is difficult to turn or binds, go to step 3.
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If the lock cylinder operates properly, and the trunk lid is still difficult to close, refer to the appropriate body repair manual, and check for
body inaccuracies.
3.
Replace the lock cylinder, and re-key the cylinder to the customer's original key; on 2-door Civics, replace the lock cylinder and the lock cylinder
rod:
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Refer to page 20-158 of the 2001-04 Civic Service Manual.
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In ISIS, use the keyword LID LOCK, and select Trunk Lid Lock Cylinder Replacement from the list.
4.
Check the trunk operation, and return the vehicle to the customer.
Disclaimer
Technical Service Bulletin # 02-061
Date: 041105
Body - Trunk Lid Hard to Close
02-061
November 5, 2004
Applies To:
See VEHICLES AFFECTED
Trunk Lid is Difficult to Close
(Supersedes 02-061, dated July 23, 2004)
Updated information is shown with asterisks.
SYMPTOM
The trunk lid may be difficult to close or won't latch closed.
PROBABLE CAUSE
The trunk lid may be misaligned, and the trunk lid opener cable, trunk lid latch, lock cylinder, lock rod, and/or the trunk lid latch striker may need
adjustment or replacement.