Honda Civic 2002-2003 Service Manual page 662

Doors
Door Latch Replacement (cont'd)
5. Disconnect the cylinder rod (see step 4 on page 20-
6).
6.
Disconnect the outer handle rod (see step
5
on
page 20-6).
7.
Disconnect the actuator connectors
(A),
and release
the inner handle cable
(B)
from the door by
detaching the cable clip
(C).
8.
Remove the screws, then remove the latch
(A)
through the hole in the door. Take care not to bend
the outer handle rod
(8),
cylinder rod
(C),
lock rod
(D), and inner handle cable
(E).
Fastener Locations
~:
Screw, 3
c==j
B
C--t~-
6x 1.0 mm
5N·m
10.5 kgf·m,
4lbf·ftl
20-8
9. Install the latch in the reverse order of removal, and
note these items:
• Make sure the actuator connectors are plugged in
properly, and that each rod and cable are
connected securely.
When reinstalling the door panel, make sure the
plastic cover is installed properly, and is sealed
around the covers perimeter.
Make sure the door locks and opens properly.