Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
1978 Honda Civic Base, 2D Hatchback, Automatic TransFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Labor Times
- Engine Mechanical
- Exhaust
- Mechanical
- Camshaft &/Or Rocker Arm
- Camshaft Oil Seal
- Camshaft Seal
- Camshaft Sprocket
- Connecting Rod Bearings
- Crankshaft
- Crankshaft Main Oil Seal
- Crankshaft Oil Seal
- Crankshaft Pulley
- Crankshaft Sprocket
- Cylinder Head Gasket
- Distributor Holder Or Gasket
- Engine Assembly
- Engine Assembly (Complete)
- Engine Damper
- Engine Or Transmission Mount
- Long Block
- Main Bearings
- Piston Ring Set
- PRECOMBUSTION Chamber
- Short Block
- Timing Belt
- Timing Belt TENSIONER
- Torque Rod
- Valve
- Valve Clearance
- Valve Cover Gasket
- Valve Spring Or Seal
- Engine Performance
- Fuel Delivery System
- A/C Idle Boost Valve
- Accelerator Pump Diaphragm
- Air Cleaner Element
- Air Temp Sensor
- Anti-AFTERBURN Valve
- Carburetor Assembly
- Carburetor Choke Cable
- Carburetor Float Kit
- Coolant Temperature Sensor
- Electronic Air Control Valve
- Electronic Control Unit
- Electronic Controlled Carburetor
- Engine Idle Speed
- Feedback Control Valve
- Frequency Solenoid Valve Assembly
- Idle Boost Valve
- Idle Mixture Cut-Off Solenoid
- Intake Manifold
- Intake Manifold Gasket
- Manifold Pressure Sensor
- Oxygen Sensor
- Vehicle Speed Sensor
- Fuel Delivery System
- Accessories and Equipment
- Accessories Control Systems
- Anti-theft Systems
- Cruise Control Systems
- Cruise Control Actuator
- Cruise Control Actuator Switch
- Cruise Control Brake Release Switch
- Cruise Control Clutch Switch
- Cruise Control Main Switch
- Cruise Control Shift Position Switch
- Cruise Control System
- Cruise Control System Controller
- Cruise Control Throttle Cable
- Cruise Control Vacuum Reservoir
- Vacuum Check Valve
- Entertainment Systems
- Exterior Lights
- Gauges and Instrument Panels
- Headlights
- Heated Glass and Defoggers
- Ignition Switches and Steering Locks
- Interior and Illumination Lights
- Mirrors
- Warning Systems
- Window Motors and Regulators
- Wiper & Washer Systems
- Brakes
- Mechanical - Hydraulic
- Parking Brake System
- Drivelines and Axles
- Electrical
- Heating, Ventilation & A/C (HVAC)
- Steering
- Suspension
- Front Suspension
- Rear Suspension
- Wheel Alignment
- Wheel and Tire Systems
- Transmission
Factory Service Tools
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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