2000 Honda Civic Owner's Manual - Page 185

Air Cleaner Element, Hood Latch Replacement AIR CLEANER ELEMENT Hood Latch PIVOTS CLIPS On HX, EX and Si models in the U.S., and Si and SiR models in Canada The air cleaner element is inside the air cleaner housing on the passenger's side of the engine compartment. To replace it: 1. Unsnap the two clips and remove the air cleaner housing cover. 2. Remove the old air cleaner element. Carefully clean the inside of the air cleaner housing with a damp rag. 3. Place the new air cleaner element in the air cleaner housing. 4. Align the tabs and reinstall the air cleaner housing cover, snap the two clips back into place. Clean the hood latch assembly with a mild cleaner, then lubricate it with a multipurpose grease. Lubricate all the moving parts, including the pivot. Follow the time and distance recommendations in the Maintenance Schedule. If you are not sure how to clean and grease the latch, contact your Honda dealer. Maintenance