Body - Trunk Release Handle Inoperative

02-008

March 12, 2002

Applies To:
2001 Civic - ALL
2002 Civic 2-door - From VIN 1HGEM....2L000001 thru 1HGEM....2L021057

2002 Civic 4-door - From VIN 1HGES....2L000001 thru 1HGES....2L022505
- From VIN 2HGES....2H500001 thru 2HGES....2H526712
- From VIN JHMES1...2S000001 thru JHMES1...2S005654
- From VIN JHMES2...2S000001 thru JHMES2...2S003617

Trunk Release Handle Does Not Work

SYMPTOM

The trunk release handle does not open the trunk.

PROBABLE CAUSE

The valet trunk lock cylinder mount is deformed, causing the lock cylinder to engage and lock the trunk release handle.

CORRECTIVE ACTION

Replace the door sill trim.





PARTS INFORMATION

WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION

In warranty:
The normal warranty applies.

Operation Number: 857131

Flat Rate Time: 0.4 hour

Failed Part: P/N 84251-S5A-A00ZC
H/C 6462642

Defect Code: 077

Contention Code: B01

Skill Level: Repair Technician

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

DIAGNOSIS

Insert the key into the trunk lock cylinder, and make sure the trunk opens with the key.

^ If the trunk opens, go to REPAIR PROCEDURE.

^ If the key is difficult to turn or the trunk does not open, check for a disconnected lock rod, a defective trunk lock, a disconnected cable, or a damaged cable.

REPAIR PROCEDURE

1. Remove the left B-pillar trim (see page 20-57 in the service manual).

2. Remove the left front kick panel (see page 20-57 in the service manual).





3. Using a flat-tip screwdriver wrapped with protective tape, remove the front side cap and the lock cylinder from the door sill trim.





4. Remove the door sill trim (1 screw).





5. Loosen the 6 mm flange bolt on the trunk lid opener assembly.

6. Install the new door sill trim, and align it with the trunk lid opener assembly.





7. Push the trunk release lever to the floor, and torque the 6 mm flange bolt to 9.5 N.m (7.2 lb-ft).





8. Align the lock cylinder cam with the trunk lid opener assembly, and then install the lock cylinder into the door sill trim. If necessary, use a small screwdriver to move the lock cylinder cam so that it seats properly into the base of the trunk lid opener assembly.

9. Make sure there is no gap between the lock cylinder cam and the base of the trunk lid opener assembly. If there is a gap, loosen the 6 mm flange bolt, readjust the trunk lid opener assembly, and then torque the bolt to 9.5 N.m (7.2 lb-ft).





10. Lock and unlock the key cylinder several times, and operate the trunk release lever in both positions to make sure it works properly.

11. Install the front side cap.

12. Install the left front kick panel and the B-pillar trim.





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