Honda Civic. Manual — part 1013

Fig. 41: Removing Seat-Back Cover

15. Except Si model: Install the cover in the reverse order of removal, and

note these items:

Reinitialize the ODS unit (see ODS UNIT INITIALIZATION ).

To prevent wrinkles when installing a seat-back cover, make sure the
material is stretched evenly over the pad before securing the clips,
hooks, and hook strips.

Replace any clips (A) you removed with new ones.

Before installing the side airbag (B), make sure the reinforcing cloth
(C) is fixed on the seat-back frame (D) securely.

Make sure the side airbag harness and ODS subharness (passenger's
seat) are routed properly.

2008 Honda Civic EX

2006-08 ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT Seats - Civic (Except Hybrid)

Fig. 42: Installing Cover (Except Si Model)

16. Si model: Pull back the edge of the seat-back cover all the way around,

and release the clips (A), then remove the seat-back cover.

2008 Honda Civic EX

2006-08 ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT Seats - Civic (Except Hybrid)

Fig. 43: Removing Seat-Back Cover (Si Model)

17. Si model: Install the cover in the reverse order of removal, and note these

items:

Reinitialize the ODS unit (see ODS UNIT INITIALIZATION ).

To prevent wrinkles when installing a seat-back cover, make sure the
material is stretched evenly over the pad before securing the clips,
hooks, and hook strips.

Replace any clips you removed with new ones (A). Install them with
commercially available upholstery ring pliers (B).

Before installing the side airbag (C), make sure the reinforcing cloth
(D) is fixed on the seat-back frame (E) securely.

Make sure the side airbag harness and ODS subharness (passenger's
seat) are routed properly.

2008 Honda Civic EX

2006-08 ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT Seats - Civic (Except Hybrid)

Fig. 44: Installing Front Seat-Back Cover (Si Model)

FRONT SEAT CUSHION COVER REPLACEMENT

Special Tools Required

KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014 *

* Available through the American Honda Tool and Equipment Program; call 888-
424-6857

2-DOOR

SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations (see
COMPONENT LOCATION INDEX ) and the precautions and procedures (see
PRECAUTIONS AND PROCEDURES ) in the SRS before doing repairs or
service.

Check the operation of the driver's seat position sensor after any of these
actions (see DRIVER'S SEAT POSITION SENSOR OPERATION
CHECK ):

Driver's seat position sensor replacement

Cover plate (front side of driver's seat slide rail) replacement

Calibrate the ODS unit after any of the these actions (see ODS UNIT
CALIBRATION ):

Front passenger's seat replacement (including any seat components)

Replacement of the seat weight sensors

After a vehicle collision

1. Remove the front seat (see FRONT SEAT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).

NOTE:

Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to
avoid damage when prying components.

Take care not to tear the seams of damage the seat
covers.

Put on gloves to protect your hands.

2008 Honda Civic EX

2006-08 ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT Seats - Civic (Except Hybrid)