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M/T - Shift Lever Difficult to Move/Hard Shifting


02-039

July 16, 2002

Applies To:
2001-02 Civic With M/T - ALL

Shift Lever Is Difficult to Move

SYMPTOM

Shifting into any gear is difficult.

PROBABLE CAUSE

Lack of lubrication in the shift lever pivot ball.

CORRECTIVE ACTION

Replace the shift lever housing assembly.

PARTS INFORMATION

Shift Lever Housing:

P/N 54100-55A-003, H/C 6469910

WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION

In warranty:
The normal warranty applies.

Operation Number: 212101

Flat Rate Time: 0.6 hour

Failed Part: P/N 54100-55A-003
H/C 6469910

Defect Code: 005

Contention Code: B02

Template ID: 02-039A

Skill Level: Repair Technician

Out of warranty:
Any repair performed after warranty expiration may be eligible for goodwill consideration by the District Parts and Service Manager or your Zone Office. You must request consideration, and get a decision, before starting work.

REPAIR PROCEDURE

1. Remove the center console. Refer to page 20-64 of the 2001-02 Civic Service Manual.

2. Remove the shift cables from the shift lever. Refer to page 13-45 of the service manual.

3. Remove the shift lever housing.

4. Install the new shift lever housing. Torque the bolts to 22 N~m (16 lb-ft).

5. Reinstall the center console.