Honda Civic. Manual — part 264

Selector Control Shaft Specification:

Width (B): 6.1-6.2 mm (0.240-0.244 in.)

End Gap (C): 1.8-2.0 mm (0.07-0.08 in.)

Fig. 322: Identifying Transmission Range Switch Gap
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11. If the measurement at the end of the selector control shaft end is within the

standard, replace the transmission range switch. If the measurement is out of
the standard, repair the selector control shaft end, and recheck the transmission
range switch continuity.

TRANSMISSION RANGE SWITCH REPLACEMENT

1. Raise the vehicle on a lift, or apply the parking brake, block the rear wheels,

and raise the front of the vehicle. Make sure it is securely supported.

2. Shift the shift lever to N.
3. Remove the transmission range switch cover.

2008 Honda Civic LX

2006-08 TRANSMISSION Automatic Transmission - Civic (Except Hybrid)

Fig. 323: Identifying Transmission Range Switch Cover
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4. Remove the transmission range switch.

Fig. 324: Identifying Transmission Range Switch Connector
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5. Make sure the selector control shaft is in the N position. If necessary, move the

shift lever to the N position from the P position.

NOTE:

Do not use the selector control shaft to adjust the shift
position. If the selector control shaft tips are squeezed
together it will cause a faulty signal or position due to
play between the selector control shaft and switch.

2008 Honda Civic LX

2006-08 TRANSMISSION Automatic Transmission - Civic (Except Hybrid)

Fig. 325: Identifying Shift Lever Position
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6. Align the cutouts (A) on the rotary-frame with the neutral positioning cutouts

(B) on the transmission range switch (C), then put a 2.0 mm (0.08 in.) feeler
gauge blade (D) in the cutouts to hold the switch in the N position.

Fig. 326: Aligning Cutouts On Rotary-Frame With Neutral Positioning
Cutouts On Transmission Range Switch
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7. Install the transmission range switch (A) gently on the selector control shaft

(B) while holding it in the N position with the 2.0 mm (0.08 in.) blade (C).

NOTE:

Be sure to use a 2.0 mm (0.08 in.) blade or equivalent to
hold the switch in the N position.

2008 Honda Civic LX

2006-08 TRANSMISSION Automatic Transmission - Civic (Except Hybrid)

Fig. 327: Holding Transmission Range Switch N Position With Blade
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8. Tighten the bolts on the transmission range switch while you continue holding

the N position. Do not move the transmission range switch when tightening the
bolts. Remove the feeler gauge.

Fig. 328: Moving Transmission Range Switch & Bolts w/Torque
Specification
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9. Check the connectors for rust, dirt, or oil, clean or repair if necessary, then

connect the connector securely.

10. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II). Move the shift lever through all positions,

and check the transmission range switch synchronization with the A/T gear
position indicator.

2008 Honda Civic LX

2006-08 TRANSMISSION Automatic Transmission - Civic (Except Hybrid)