Honda Civic Rear Strut Replacement 2003 (2001-2005 Similar)
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- In this video I show you how I replace the rear struts on a 2003 Honda Civic (7th generation). The exact vehicle in this video is a 2003 Honda Civic EX with a manual transmission. 2001-2005 Civics should be similar.
This was not filmed in high definition, thankfully it was one of my last videos filmed this way.
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Hey Big dog, do you know what the part number is for the rear upper control arm?
It’s 2024 and my 2003 Civic is still running strong and time to replace the struts. I hope I can still get the parts from Honda. Thanks for making it look so easy!
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Thanks Big Dog50001!!! Just followed this excellent video to put a set of KYB struts in my '02 Civic. Thanks for taking the time to put this together. By far THE best, most informative, straight to the point video here. My old struts were completely shot. Took a quick spin after the install- night and day difference. Front is next, then an alignment.
Have a good one
azdanejake Glad it helped, thanks!
azdanejake front end is a whole nother story. its WAY harder, especially with the tie rod ends and taking them of and putting them back on right.
Smart Feller I did a video on the front struts also, not sure I would say they are way harder but there are a few more bolts to remove.
@@BigDog50001Hello i Don't found the video of front struts. Do you have the link ? I have one 2002 ( and anothers Honda like one SI and the new Accord Touring 18 2.0 L T ) in México City and buy one Coils Tenzo R news ( like 10 years ago purple color ) with Struts Sense , this coils down like 4 cms all the car , I'm go to change all friend , youre a lot specific and clear ! Yo make me happy ! 👏🏻 I'm Fan !
Detail explanation and kind voice motivates m to trust the program and watch more! Thank you!
Your a great teacher. This was really helpful!
Thank you for the comment!
I followed this tutorial and it was helpful. My rear strut was sagging and come to find out dust pieces coming from the bump stop. I’m glad I ordered a new one thanks to you. I do want to say I have a trouble time lineup the mount and spring because it would not go in the holes right. I’m no mechanic, but I did look at the markings Honda put one on the top mount and markings on the spring. I suppose to line them up I guess. Lastly, like everyone is having trouble installing the bottom bolt count me in. Took me the whole day by myself to do it instead of using wood you suggested I used a breaker bar to pry it down from the control arm and I sat myself on the breaker bar giving it some leverage. I’m not a heavy guy by all means. Anyhow I suggest two people to do this job. I also do want to mention that the Honda strut I ordered has a marking on the bottom of “KYB” I guess it’s oem. My old strut didn’t have markings on them so if anyone is ordering struts get kyb instead of ordering it from Honda. Thanks big dog your videos are really helpful. I’m just not to sure to spend all my energy doing the other side of rear strut. Maybe next time.
Thanks for the input!
Where can I order kyb rear struts for 04 Honda Civic ex if anyone has a link I would appreciate it. Thanks!
@@josel.bautista656 AutoZone should carry it, but cost little bit more than online. I would still get it.
@@purpledonatello I checked bro. They don't have them. At least not anyone near me. They are definitely worth the money if I find them. I already have kybs in the front. Can't find for the rear.
@@josel.bautista656 I see. Well best you can do is go to the AutoZonestore in person and they will have to special order for you. I did that many other items that they claim to have in stock. Otherwise just get the oem about the same 100 dollar range price from wholesale Honda dealers online. By the way how is the kyb front struts holding up? Is it like oem? Did you bought the whole assembly?
Thank you for the video. Very informative and helpful.
+mcatuncan Glad it helped you out!
Thanks for the jack info, Dave. Saw the brand of jack you are using an Arcan 31/2 ton and goes up to 22 inches lift. I have an Arcan 2 Ton and only extends to say 19 1/2 inches. Guess I can put another jack to good use. Thanks for the reply to my request about jacking heights. Much appreciated. 👍
I pretty much only use my Harbor Freight jack now, you can see them both side by side at 13:10 in this video: th-cam.com/video/cTfnD99qCSo/w-d-xo.html
Good indoc into rear strut replacement. The coil spring compressor fixture is dreamy compared to the alternatives. Great video.
Thanks 👍!
@@BigDog50001 I'll keep tuning in until the 02' Civic is dreamy, and then start the slow climb up to higher grades. Warm regards.
Maybe it's just me but I can't understand how the assembly can EVER become misaligned (strut head relative to strut bottom). The lower spring collar is welded to the strut, so that the end of the spring is correctly aligned with the strut bottom. Then the spring itself determines the angle at which the head will sit. If you've got the right spring then the head will ALWAYS be at the correct angle relative to the bottom, surely?
YES with oem but I'm live in México City and buy ( 10 yeasr ago coils Tenzo R Purple color and this in one was perfect but in another side Rear R tthis not hapenned , but in this combo down 4-5 cm the car ! Have a nice day !!
Thanks big dog I learned something new loll!
Glad to help!
Thank you for your video. It was a lifesaver!
Glad it helped, thanks for the comment!
i notice 4 points at top of the upper mount that will help it line up correctly whether right or left.....just line it up with the bottom seat at bottom end of spring
Thank you
thank you for the video
No problem!
i cant get that bolt in the trunk behind the strut. Its stuck as hell and i have little to no room to turn it. any help?
I'm a little late on the comment. If you haven't fixed them yet. Try spraying pb blaster to loosen the nuts. Hope this helps. !
I've gotten that lower bolt out by inserting a long and slightly smaller bolt or punch on the opposite end and hammering it through to push the stuck bolt out.
Be careful, that bolt needs to be clear of the threads for that to work. In many cases, if it is far enough out to be clear of the threads, then it should no longer be rusted to the bushing inside, and you should be able to take it out by hand by taking the tension off the bolt with a bar or piece of wood like I showed in the video.
I'm pulling one off today so I'll take a look at what you're talking about. Normally the threads clear with use of a breaker bar if need be.
Thanks for the video! Will this process work for 2000 Civic EX?
Thank you for the comment. It is similar but the 2000 Civic is a previous generation. Sometimes you need to remove a bolt or two from the lower control arm in order get the strut out.
thanks a lot
Thanks for the comment!
Any idea how to get to the flange nuts on the rear seat side (not trunk side) on a 2005 honda civic hybrid? The battery compartment seems to be blocking access. Thx!
Did you ever figure it out? I saw the same issue on mine
make sure you line the white markings up
How do you take out the bolt if it's seized in? I'm having that issue ATM...can't take out the rear right strut 😭
At 20.06 in the video I talk about some things to do. Bottom line, there is no easy way to get them out when they seize. Most shops will cut the bottom ear of strut off, either with a torch or cutting wheel. Some DIYs have had success hosing it down with penetrating oil every day and tapping on the bolt until it finally frees up, but that can take a week or two. Others have had success drilling small holes at bottom ear of strut into the bushing and shooting penetrating oil into holes (this way the oil gets to the bushing that is seized). Here is a video that SMA just did on how fun it can be :th-cam.com/video/EkSWb02eSmA/w-d-xo.html
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I've taken my struts off twice and never noticed that oring
Hi
After replacing my rear struts , my car became higher (big space between wheel and body) is that wrong?
Mirik Man Sometimes the ride height can be slightly different, especially using aftermarket parts, but it shouldn't be too far off. Of course, double check your work. Sometimes after a few miles they will settle in also, especially if new springs were installed.
Big Dog50001 Automotive ok thank you
Ebay cheap struts will make it higher. Use quality parts.
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Awesome, thanks and welcome!
my new strut won't align
where did you get that strut compressor?
I got it from an online tool store, I can't remember which one. I have the Branick 7400, I believe the newest model is the 7600. I think even Amazon sells it now.
thanks
Bump stop is for what?
Kelvo Amador It limits the travel of the strut so that the strut assembly doesn't bottom out and hit the underside of the vehicle.
Big Dog50001 thanks!
Pretty sure you can just buy the whole strut assembly. This way you don't mess around with a spring compressor. It can be dangerous. It can KILL you!
I agree, compressing springs is very dangerous that's why I have that professional spring compressor. There are more aftermarket manufacturers making complete strut assemblies now than when this video was filmed, but many of the cheaper ones use complete junk parts, so I would only use a good brand name. Also, many vehicles owners want original equipment struts and most OEM struts do not come as complete assemblies. Thanks for the comment.