Honda Civic. Manual — part 334

Fig. 37: Exploded View Of Front Brake Caliper Overhaul (Except Si
Model) (With Specifications)

SI MODEL

Remove, disassemble, inspect, reassemble, and install the caliper, and note these
items:

CAUTION: Frequent inhalation of brake pad dust, regardless of

material composition, could be hazardous to your
health.

Avoid breathing dust particles.

Never use an air hose or brush to clean brake
assemblies. Use an OSHA-approved vacuum
cleaner.

NOTE:

Make sure that the caliper pins are installed correctly.
Upper caliper pin B and lower caliper pin A are different. If
the these caliper pins are installed in the wrong location, it
will cause vibration, uneven or rapid brake pad wear, and

2008 Honda Civic GX

2006-08 BRAKES Conventional Brake Components - Civic (Except Hybrid)

Do not spill brake fluid on the vehicle; it may damage the paint; if brake fluid
gets on the paint, wash it off immediately with water.

To prevent dripping brake fluid, cover disconnected hose joints with rags or
shop towels.

Clean all parts in brake fluid and air dry; blow out all passages with
compressed air.

Before reassembling, check that all parts are free of dirt and other foreign
particles.

Replace parts with new ones as specified in the illustration.

Make sure no dirt or other foreign matter gets in the brake fluid.

Make sure no grease or oil gets on the brake discs or pads.

When reusing brake pads, always reinstall them in their original positions to
prevent loss of braking efficiency.

Do not reuse drained brake fluid. Use only clean Honda DOT 3 Brake Fluid
from an unopened container. Using a non-Honda brake fluid can cause
corrosion and shorten the life of the system.

Do not mix different brands of brake fluid as they may not be compatible.

Coat the pistons, piston seal grooves, and caliper bores with clean brake fluid.

Replace all rubber parts with new ones whenever disassembled.

After installing the caliper, check the brake hose and line for leaks,
interference, and twisting.

possibly uneven tire wear.

2008 Honda Civic GX

2006-08 BRAKES Conventional Brake Components - Civic (Except Hybrid)

Fig. 38: Exploded View Of Front Brake Caliper Overhaul (Si Model)
(With Specifications)

MASTER CYLINDER REPLACEMENT

1. Remove the air cleaner: Except Si model (see AIR CLEANER

REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ), Si model (see AIR CLEANER
REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).

2. Remove the reservoir cap and brake fluid from the master cylinder reservoir

with a syringe.

3. Disconnect the brake fluid level switch connector (A).

NOTE:

Do not spill brake fluid on the vehicle; it may damage
the paint; if brake fluid gets on the paint, wash it off
immediately with water.

Be careful not to damage or deform the brake lines
during removal and installation.

To prevent the brake fluid from flowing, plug and cover
the hose ends and joints with a shop towel or
equivalent.

2008 Honda Civic GX

2006-08 BRAKES Conventional Brake Components - Civic (Except Hybrid)

Fig. 39: Disconnecting Brake Fluid Level Switch Connector (With
Specifications)

4. Remove the reservoir tank mounting bolt (B).
5. Disconnect the brake lines (A) from the master cylinder (B). To prevent spills,

cover the hose joints with rags or shop towels.

Fig. 40: Disconnecting Brake Lines From Master Cylinder (With
Specifications)

6. Remove the master cylinder mounting nuts (C) and washers (D).

2008 Honda Civic GX

2006-08 BRAKES Conventional Brake Components - Civic (Except Hybrid)