Honda Civic. Manual — part 21

Fig. 4: Identifying Supplemental Restraint System Component Location 2-
Door (2 Of 2)
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PRECAUTIONS AND PROCEDURES

GENERAL PRECAUTIONS

Please read the following precautions carefully before performing the airbag system
service. If the instructions described in this article, or the airbags could accidentally
deploy and cause damage or injuries.

Except when performing electrical inspections, always turn the ignition switch
OFF, disconnect the negative cable from the battery, then wait for 3 minutes
before starting work.

NOTE:

The SRS memory is not cleared even if the ignition
switch is turned OFF or the battery cables are
disconnected from the battery.

2008 Honda Civic EX

2006-08 RESTRAINTS SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) - Civic (Except Hybrid)

Use replacement parts which are manufactured to the same standards and
quality as the original parts. Do not install used SRS parts. Use only new parts
when making SRS repairs.

Carefully inspect any SRS part before you install it. Do not install any part that
shows signs of being dropped or improperly handled, such as dents, cracks or
deformation.

Fig. 5: Precaution For - Handling SRS
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Before disconnecting the SRS unit connectors, always disconnect the
appropriate SRS parts connectors.

Use only a digital multimeter to check the system. If it is not a Honda
multimeter, make sure its output is 10 mA (0.01 A) or less when switched to
the lowest value in the ohmmeter range. A tester with a higher output could
cause accidental deployment and possible injury.

Do not put objects on the front passenger's airbag.

The original audio and navigation system has a coded theft protection circuit.
Make sure you have the anti-theft codes for the audio system or the navigation
system (if equipped), then write down the audio presets before disconnecting
the negative cable from the battery.

Before returning the vehicle to the customer, enter the anti-theft codes for the
audio system or the navigation system (if equipped), then enter the audio
presets; set the clock.

STEERING-RELATED PRECAUTIONS

2008 Honda Civic EX

2006-08 RESTRAINTS SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) - Civic (Except Hybrid)

Cable Reel Alignment

Misalignment of the cable reel could cause an open in the wiring, making the
SRS system, remote steering wheel controls, and the horn inoperative. Center
the cable reel whenever you do the following (see step 6).

Installation of the steering wheel

Installation of the cable reel

Installation of the steering column

Other steering-related adjustment or installation

Do not disassemble the cable reel.

Do not apply grease to the cable reel.

If the cable reel shows any signs of damage, replace it with a new one. For
example, if it does not rotate smoothly, replace the cable reel.

AIRBAG HANDLING AND STORAGE

Do not disassemble an airbag. It has no serviceable parts. Once an airbag has been
deployed, it cannot be repaired or reused.

For temporary storage of an airbag during service, observe the following
precautions.

Store the removed airbag with the pad surface up. Never put anything on the
airbag.

Fig. 6: Precaution For - Store Removed Airbag
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To prevent damage to the airbag, keep it away from any oil, grease, detergent,
or water.

2008 Honda Civic EX

2006-08 RESTRAINTS SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) - Civic (Except Hybrid)

Fig. 7: Precaution For - Keep It Away From Any Oil, Grease, Detergent,
Or Water
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Store the removed airbag on a secure, flat surface away from any high heat
source (exceeding 200 °F/93 °C).

Fig. 8: Precaution For - Away From Any High Heat Source
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Never perform electrical inspections to the airbags, such as measuring
resistance.

Do not position yourself in front of the airbag during removal, inspection, or
replacement.

2008 Honda Civic EX

2006-08 RESTRAINTS SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) - Civic (Except Hybrid)