This video is a complete step by step guide to replacing the clutch and rear main seal on an 01-05 Honda Civic. It includes tool and part recommendations as well as diagnosis of transmission noises.
This particular car had a noise coming from the transmission. Linked below is a video about the rebuild that addressed that noise.
Honda Manual Transmission Noise Repair: https://youtu.be/yRRZUgoSzf4
More information on how to solve transmission and clutch problems: http://www.ericthecarguy.com/faq/solving-transmission-problems
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Parts
Clutch kit: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001B5EEEQ/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o08_s00
Rear Main Seal: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0875WQNKJ/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o03_s00
Ball Joint: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001UE9SS0/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00
Honda Bond: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006YTTV4W/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o06_s00
Honda Manual Transmission Fluid: https://www.amazon.com/Honda-Genuine-Manual-Transmission-Washers/dp/B0855WGD4G/ref=sr_1_3
Syncromesh Transmission Fluid: https://www.amazon.com/ACDelco-10-4006-Synchromesh-Manual-Transmission/dp/B0026JK8FA/ref=sr_1_6
Moly Grease: https://www.amazon.com/Sta-Lube-SL3303-Caliper-Synthetic-Grease/dp/B000CPIOAG/ref=sr_1_5
LOCTITE sticks: https://www.amazon.com/Loctite-38725-5PK-Thread-Treatment-Assortment/dp/B00BV42V3S/ref=sr_1_6
Tools
17/19mm: https://shop.snapon.com/product/Standard-Handle%2C-0°-Offset%2C-mm/17–19-mm-12-Point-Metric-Flank-Drive-High-Performance-Standard-Handle-0°-Offset-Box-Wrench/XDHFM1719
@MilwaukeeTool 1/2” HD Impact: https://milwaukeetool.com/Products/Power-Tools/Fastening/Impact-Wrenches/2863-22
IR 17mm Impact Duo Socket: https://www.amazon.com/Ingersoll-Rand-S64M17L-PS1-Power-Socket/dp/B01CK41Z7A
@MilwaukeeTool Angle Die Grinder: https://milwaukeetool.com/Products/Power-Tools/Metalworking/Grinders/2485-22
@MilwaukeeTool Light: https://www.milwaukeetool.com/Products/Lighting/2125-21XC
Angle Pliers: https://www.jbtools.com/atd-tools-814-long-11-needle-nose-pliers-set-4-pc/
Engine Support: https://www.jbtools.com/atd-tools-7477-engine-transverse-bar-w-arm-support/
Bendpak Lifts: https://www.bendpak.com
Related Videos
How To Diagnose a Bad Clutch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h7JJ_g2UuBI&t=6s
How a Clutch Works: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FfjGohWy-OU
How To Replace Clutch Hydraulics Honda Civic: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c-m5F0zEvyo
1999 Honda Civic Engine and Transmission Replacement: https://youtu.be/mMl7RKVNb-k
How Much Should a Cheap Reliable Car Cost?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ClhvKKV7CbE&t=364s
Mini Cooper Clutch Replacement: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EGFpis7V27w
How To Drive a Stick Shift: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D2C_eNV6znw&t=7s
How Does a Manual Transmission Work?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d9clD8ZL8xA
Salvage Yard Hacks Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g8sDU2N2AQU&list=PLSzhQ6St-ov1HXAlQz_cbjUIpTpjskU5X
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You hit that lower control arm like a girl
How much would this job cost on this car?
I appreciate the very good and informative video but after fighting this thing laying on my back for 2 hours here and 2 hours there, fighting a ball joint for a day, buying two motor mounts front and back that were torn up, and currently fighting to get the back motor mount lined back up, I have decided that working on this old car isn't worth it. I'm about ready to put it on a roll back and haul it down to Honda and see if they will take it and scrap it and just buy me a new one. I thought it would be fun to do but it has just been so aggravating. It makes me appreciate you mechanics even more. The video is great though.
I'm too lazy to even finish the video. To the junk my Civic goes
I have lift envy lmao
You have V nice vices ,very clear smooth speaking style, you can find a job essay on radio or television,enjoyed the video.
Is the clutch alignment tool a general tool for all clutches?
What tires and size is on the Honda ?
Exedy is a OE manufacture for Hondas clutches.
Thanks Eric appreciate you!
This is EXACTLY what’s happening to my 05 civic, thank you!
Thanks.
Two Years Later!
Is is the same procedure for the hybrid civics of the same years?
Thank you Man!
There's also roll over noise you can get a transmission completely rebuilt and you'll hear some noise when you release the clutch…. so
dont buy luk….
fwd looks easier
This, along with the corresponding video for the input bearng have been super helpful. I got everything back together, the new input bearing fixed the noise, the clutch works great and it shifts into reverse and 1st through 4th super smoothly. When I try to shift into 5th, it won't even try to engage, doesn't even grind. 5th gear worked before I pulled the transmission apart and I thought I put everything back together correctly. Do you know what might be preventing 5th gear from engaging? Thanks.
I was on the edge of my seat! Clapped at the end for you lol im excited to do mine now
I have a 1997 Acura cl I was on the highway going 60 miles an hour and I was on fifth gear and it went straight into neutral. What do you think it is need help also, now as the car is sitting and the car is off, I tried to go through the gears and it doesn’t going to fourth gear. Would I need a transmission currently I am taking out the transmission. What should I look for?
I thought your clutch was bad when it takes a full kick to release the transmition from the motor? Am i wrong? My clutch disconnects from the trasmission at about less than half a kick.
You are amazing for making this video at the time and I am very grateful for it! Have a good one man. 👍
Nice job…are number 1
Help!!! I did everything to a T! Now my clutch pedal won’t rise… what do I do now??
Well done! Thank you. For your video it really was interesting to watch.
I knew this was a big job to do. I thought to watch what Honda Company is going to do when replacing the clutch an flywheel for my
2005 Honda Civic EX. Has almost 2000,000 miles.
Glad i watch this before making a choice. You mentioned Honda parts are better. Makes sense!
After you said this.
Plus, Honda Is a little less priced
then B. M…
Can go toward the tax cost for H. C.
Honda price
2,467
before tax
Brake Masters
price 2,500
before tax
Thanks, again
My husband is trying to replace his clutch but the new clutch looks different than the old one. Have you heard from them discontinuing the 04’ civic clutch?
Excellent video, Eric. What type of battery impact did you use to work on the civic? Enjoy your civic knowledge!
Hi Eric, this is a brilliant video. I'm trying to fit my first clutch. When I put the pressure plate up to the flywheel (without inserting the friction disk) it seems to fit flush with the flywheel on the mounting pegs and the bolt holes, but when I put the friction disk in (before I put the bolts in) it doesn't fit flush anymore, although it does sit on the mounting pegs and you can start the bolts. Is that normal before you torque the bolts down as it feels pretty solid, any advice would be very gratefully received as I don't want to break anything. Regards, Trev.
What is the part number for the dowel pins
Dude, you have now idea how helpful this video has been for me and how many times I have watched it. I was sold a lemon that was pretty much as bad as it gets. No experience wrenching on cars. 2004 Civic EX with a Dx engine they put in and bypassed the vtec. Every component was fried. I swapped the head back to the A2 (which is what the cpu wanted), pilot and release bearings, rear main seal, oil pan gasket, lower control arms, flywheel and pressure plate bolts all snapped on me ($200 for a mobile mechanic to bail me out there.. now I know the importance of fresh bolts)… the list goes on and on but with your video and the service manual i was able to make it happen. A couple more pieces to put back together and then the moment of truth. Thank you so much Ericthecarguy you are a life saver.