Honda Civic Service Manual: M/T Shift Cable Removal and Installation (R18Z1 M/T)
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SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS Component Location
Index and the SRS Precautions and Procedures before doing repair or service.
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1.
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Lower the shift lever boot (A) to release the hooks from the
boot.
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2.
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Remove the shift lever knob (B).
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2.
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Remove the center console panel (B).
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3.
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For some models: Disconnect the connector(s) (C).
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Cup Holder Panel Assembly |
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Remove the cup holder panel assembly (A).
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Disconnect the connector (B).
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3.
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Remove the console box mat (A).
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5.
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Disconnect the connector (A).
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Remove the center console (A).
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M/T Shift Lever Assembly |
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Remove the harness clamp (A).
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Remove the lock pin (A).
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3.
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Remove the washer (B).
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Disconnect the shift cable (B) from the shift lever (C).
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Remove the bracket (A).
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Unlock the retainer lock (A).
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Rotate the socket holder retainer (B) counterclockwise (C) until
it stops, and push the retainer lock (D) into the socket holder
retainer to lock the retainer.
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10.
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Slide the socket holder (E) and the shift cable (F) out of the
shift cable bracket (G).
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NOTE: Do not remove the shift cable by pulling the shift cable
guide (H).
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Remove the intake air pipe.
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Disconnect the intake air duct (A).
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Remove the air cleaner (B).
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3.
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Remove the harness clamp (C).
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Back-Up Light Switch Connector |
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Remove the transmission hanger (A).
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Disconnect the connector (A).
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Remove the lock pins (A).
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Remove the shift cable clips (B).
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3.
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Disconnect the shift cables from the change lever assembly (C).
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Raise the vehicle on a lift, and make sure it is securely supported.
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Remove the heat shield (A).
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Remove the shift cable brackets (A).
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Remove the shift cable grommet (B), and pull out the shift cables.
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NOTE: Do not bend the shift cable excessively.
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![](images/books/979/f740376d3f9f1776a937914799e742a9.png)
SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS Component Location
Index and the SRS Precautions and Procedures before doing repair or service.
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![](images/books/979/a64ed781cf2102e9720d5f46dcd125f7.png)
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Insert the shift cables through the grommet hole (A).
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NOTE: Do not bend the shift cable excessively.
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Install the shift cable grommet in its hole.
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Install the shift cable brackets.
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4.
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Install the heat shield (A).
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Apply a light coat of silicone grease (P/N 08C30- B0234M) to
the shift cable ends (A).
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NOTE: Make sure not to get any silicone grease on the terminal
part of the connectors and switches, especially if you have silicone
grease on your hands or gloves.
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Install a new shift cable clips (B).
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3.
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Connect the shift cable ends to the change lever assembly (C).
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4.
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Install the lock pins (D).
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3. |
Back-Up Light Switch Connector |
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Connect the connector (A).
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2.
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Install the transmission hanger (A).
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Install the harness clamp (A).
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2.
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Install the air cleaner (B).
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3.
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Connect the intake air duct (C).
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Install the intake air pipe.
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M/T Shift Lever Assembly |
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Align the socket holder (A) on the shift cables (B) with the
slot in the bracket base (C).
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Slide the socket holder into the bracket base.
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Install the shift cable ends (D) to the shift lever assembly
(E).
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NOTE: When installing the shift cable (shift lever side), position
the serrated side (F) facing up.
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4.
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Install the shift lever assembly (A).
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5.
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Install the bracket (A).
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6.
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Install the washer (A).
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7.
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Install the lock pin (B).
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8.
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Install the harness clamp (A).
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Install the center console (A).
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2.
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Connect the connector (A).
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3.
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Install the bolts (A).
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4.
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Install the console box mat (B).
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5.
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Connect the connector (A).
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6.
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Install the bolts (B).
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Cup Holder Panel Assembly |
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1.
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Install the cup holder panel assembly (A).
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For some models: Connect the connector(s) (A).
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2.
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Install the center console panel (B).
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3.
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Install the clips (C).
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1.
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Install the shift lever knob (A).
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NOTE: Tighten the shift lever knob until the shift pattern is
properly aligned.
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2.
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Connect the shift lever boot (B).
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Removal
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Pressure Plate
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Install the ring gear holder.
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Vehicle Lift
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Raise the vehicle on a lift, and make sure it is securely supported.
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