First exterior wash
We purchased this as an upgrade to an earlier HONDA CIVIC we bought and sold in short order. Think black spray paint. This car had issues, primarily the transmission slipped and was going out. Amongst a bunch of miscellaneous repairs. Read the rest of the story at the end of the post.
Replacing battery on key fob
Installing Bosch platinum spark plugs
Repair, reattach, re-glue car door moldings and trim
Fix cloudy headlights – Attempt 1
Fix cloudy headlights – Attempt 2
Change cabin air filter
Fix SRS Code 9-3 drivers side seatbelt
Fix no start no power
Bad thermostat wreaking havoc
Transmission Rebuild 1 – Drain AT fluid, remove tires.
Transmission Rebuild 2 – Remove splash shield
Transmission Rebuild 3 – Remove battery and battery tray
Transmission Rebuild 4 – Remove air intake
Transmission Rebuild 5 – Disconnect starter cables
Transmission Rebuild 6 – Disconnect trans ground
Transmission Rebuild 7 – Disconnect shaft speed sensor
Transmission Rebuild 8 – Disconnect VSS connector
Transmission Rebuild 9 – Remove ATF cooler hoses
Transmission Rebuild 10 – Disconnect solenoids
Transmission Rebuild 11 – Disconnect wire clips
2002 Honda Civic EX Repair – fix common oil leak, loose dipstick & gasket
We had this car for a number of years. After rebuilding the transmission, it ran perfectly and was the go to for our youngest as a daily driver. It’s a relatively easy car to work on with parts being readily available.