Civic DX Sedan L4-1668cc 1.7L SOHC MFI (2001)
Shifter M/T: Customer Interest
M/T - Shift Lever Difficult to Move/Hard Shifting
02-039
July 16, 2002
Applies To:
2001-02 Civic With M/T - ALL
Shift Lever Is Difficult to Move
SYMPTOM
Shifting into any gear is difficult.
PROBABLE CAUSE
Lack of lubrication in the shift lever pivot ball.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Replace the shift lever housing assembly.
PARTS INFORMATION
Shift Lever Housing:
P/N 54100-55A-003, H/C 6469910
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
In warranty:
The normal warranty applies.
Operation Number:
212101
Flat Rate Time:
0.6 hour
Failed Part:
P/N 54100-55A-003
H/C 6469910
Defect Code:
005
Contention Code:
B02
Template ID:
02-039A
Skill Level:
Repair Technician
Out of warranty:
Any repair performed after warranty expiration may be eligible for goodwill consideration by the District Parts and Service Manager or your Zone
Office. You must request consideration, and get a decision, before starting work.
REPAIR PROCEDURE
1.
Remove the center console. Refer to page 20-64 of the 2001-02 Civic Service Manual.
2.
Remove the shift cables from the shift lever. Refer to page 13-45 of the service manual.
3.
Remove the shift lever housing.
4.
Install the new shift lever housing. Torque the bolts to 22 N~m (16 lb-ft).
5.
Reinstall the center console.