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HOMESERVICE MANUALSHONDA2003CIVIC HX, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT VARIANT/TRIMSECTION 7 (HVAC SYSTEMS (HATCHBACK))RECIRCULATION CONTROL MOTOR REPLACEMENT
2003 Honda Civic HX, Standard
Recirculation Control Motor Replacement
2003 Honda Civic HX, StandardSECTION Recirculation Control Motor Replacement
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- Remove the ECM.
- Remove the relay mount bracket bolt, and move the relays out of the way.
- Disconnect the 5P connector (A) from the recirculation control motor (B). Remove the self-tapping screws and the recirculation control motor from the blower unit.
- Install the motor in the reverse order of removal and note these items.
- Make sure the pin on the motor is properly engaged with the linkage.
- After installation, make sure the motor runs smoothly.
- Do the ECM idle learn procedure (see ECM/PCM IDLE LEARN PROCEDURE ).
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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.