How to Remove Dashboard - 88-91 Honda CRX & Civic
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- Опубліковано 10 вер 2024
- In this video I show you how to remove the dash from any 88-91 CRX or CIVIC. It's a pretty easy DIY process but does involve some time and being careful as to not damage any of the older plastics.
It is also the end of the 1989 CRX Si. The car has been cut into pieces and taken to the recycler. They don't pay anything for steel but a penny a pound. I took 377 lbs to them and got $3.77 which I turned around and spent on 2 Gatorades because I was tired and thirsty. LOL. I did film the entire cut sequence into a time lapse as well which I found pretty entertaining!
I got some good parts off the car and we'll see if I make all my money back plus extra and which parts I am keeping.
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Thanks for watching!
your neighbors must love you.
@Yousef Jeremiah Thanks so much for your reply. I got to the site thru google and im in the hacking process now.
Looks like it's gonna take quite some time so I will get back to you later with my results.
Thank you for posting this. I'm currently tearing down an ED7 body and there is a lot of components that I want to take out to save for my other ED/EF body. This video may be 6 years old (as of Oct 2022) but it's a lifesaver!
Hey ur vids are a huge help I have a 91 crx si and you have the best Honda material on UA-cam man.
Nick Alvarado Thanks Nick, I love to hear these kind of comments! I hope you continue to follow and like the future content!
Used this in the junkyard this past weekend when I couldn't remember what bolts I forgot to undo. Thanks again for making these concise and orderly.
+jontakers1 you got it! That's so cool to hear also!!
I still can't believe how clean older vehicles are where you are. Keep the great content coming!
I agree!
I might have to take a road trip to Texas to buy a car to drive back to IL
dreamer2355 If decide to look for something in the future, let me know! There are always a handful for sale!
Loooooong time viewer, watch each vidya the day you post them. Ive owned efs for 7 years now, but just got to use this video today for a k24 swap. Thanks J, these are wonderful, informative videos.
Great to hear!
That's one of the most depressing videos I've seen. Shed's a tear over the destruction of a CRX. Now I have to go spend some quality time with my CRX.
Man, I know. Had the frame not been destroyed up front I Neve would've cut it up.
I would have built a frame to sit it on with a v8 like that one guy did in another video.
I don't have the skills or money to put into a project like that.
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I've never done a dash on my hatch or my crx, so this is helping TONS! Thank you!
You're welcome, it's pretty easy. You'll be ok!
Just did this on my hatch and your instructions made it a lot easier! I will say though I should've wrapped all the metal edges with tape or hand towels since they scratched up my center console and other interior pieces
Good tip, thanks for the addition!
Every hvac control panel on the CRX's are cracked! Haha
Thanks for making this.
Man I love this, only thing on my sedan is the plastic vents were like melted onto the sides in the beginning of the video. You make it look all easy too.
Melted, that's crazy!
I've done a few before so I have a little practice!! 😀
Great video! Was well done and gave me the info I needed. Thank you!
Glad it was helpful!
I'm putting everything back together and I can't figure out where that little black ground wire goes. Probably just the stereo/clim ctrl frame, but not entirely sure
If it's a ground, anywhere touching metal works
@@GarageBuiltHondas Makes sense. I think my bigger concern was that it may already be coming from a ground, and then I don't know what it's supposed to connect to. (shrug)
Reassembling. I can’t figure out what the atmospheric sensor bolts to on the right? Bottom bolt on the bracket? Another bolt location?
Man, I don't recall. Sorry!
I thought that shifter is just moving by itself! It was scary!:))
Pretty clean for a part out, but if it keeps others on the road its worth it. Great info. A few things on later 90-91 are different, cluster, blower, harness, but should be similar enough. Non-si are easier with less crap.
Very true!
Nice videos man, helpful getting a 1998 civic hatchback dx for cheap, keeping your channel in mind. I never comment on peoples videos but keep it up. You should do a turbo civic build at some point.
Much appreciated. A turbo may come sometime in the future, but nothing quickly. I don't have as much time and money as I would like to devote to my cars so it's a slower process for me. :)
GBH: *methodically taking the dashboard out*
Me: YEET
Lol
Hello have you done a install video by any chance? I'm in the Middle of doing a carb swap to b swap have the wiring just gotten lost
Honda guys be like "Weight Reduction bro!!" lol
Have to!! Cut off everything!
😂
Great video. Like always. Just a tip. Dash can be removed with the harness on. you just have to unplug it from the fuse box.
That would be much more difficult, since you would have to feed it in from both sides of the engine bay. The part that connects to the passenger side was behind and underneath the blower controls and evaporator core. I don't think I could've gotten all of those wires out without removing those parts, and I couldn't remove those parts without having the dash out of the way.
Jon Widmer I should have been more clear. The wiring that is on the dash (cluster, clock, cigarette lighter) come out with dash. There is just one cable you have to remove from the fuse box.
Looking for help. I installed a Momo hub and a Nardi wheel on my EF. The center bolt is tight, however there’s a mm of play in any direction on the wheel to the column, almost as if there’s a spacer missing. In addition my turn signals won’t turn off after a turn. Is this normal?
Not normal at all. You should still have the small plug inside the switch column which has the ears on it. Hopefully the hub slid around the ears which turns off the signal. Was the hub EF specific. Only certain hubs fit the DA/EF, all other Civic and Integra used a different hub.
Hello Jon, what is the name of the music background that you used in this video, I like it a lot, thanks for your help, greetings.
I don't remember, been a long time since I made this video. It's free music from the UA-cam library that they offer.
Good work Jon! Thanks Greg
Thanks!!
quick question I have a 89 civic si hatchback the windshield wipers and the sunroof went out at the same time what could be the problem with it
Check your fuse box. If the fuses are ok, check the ICU.
Ok thanks I will when it worms up its been cold weather here hopefully it will be wormer tomorrow . thanks for the info
Good detailed vid man. Grip of nice parts from that ed9
Seriously, I'm glad I picked it up!
I bought a 91 Honda Civic hatchback base. The dash lights turn on and off. But the heater lights stay on working do you know what could be causing that ? Thanks
Shorted wire
@@GarageBuiltHondas ok Thanks 👍
your videos help so much thank you
+Linus Torvalds thank you Links!
+Linus Torvalds **stupid autocorrect. I meant Linus!
Hey man just bought my first car a crx 1988 ef7 two days ago and found your channel, your gonna be a massive help working on so keep up the great work! Also if you had and tips i would greatly appreciate it, Its got a doch D16zc with 142000 miles.
What are you aiming for with the car?
General tips in terms of maintenance?
Mainly just trying to bring it to original working condition, The engine is perfect and runs great. Only issue is Fuel gauge only works half the time and the trail arm bushes and shocks need replacing, the only other work needed is some panel damage but already have parts to replace them with. But yeah general maintenance tips would be great. Eventually when this car is nice and clean im going to probably get a dc2 integra and turn the crx into a track/show car.
Honestly these car seem to run with even the crappiest maintenance. I would of course do the usual plugs, wires, distributor cap and rotor. Transmission drain and refill with new fluid and all new radiator hoses and smaller coolant hoses plus a thermostat.
The fuel sending unit may be broke, or even the cluster. Both are easy to change as you can access the sending unit by lifting out the rear cargo box. You'll see the lid for access to the sending unit.
Those suspension parts you mentioned are easy to change out also, just takes a little time and effort.
Keep me updated, or make some videos, would love to see the updates! Need any pointers when you get to work, let me know!
Thanks! I would love to make videos but dont have anything good to record with but ive been taking photos every step of the way, Might make a build thread on the Honda forums.
My next step i think is pulling off the muffler and replacing it, replace the fuel sender unit and change the fluids.
Sadly i didnt realize how hard it would be to find parts locally and how over priced people are selling them for before i got the car, so for now i can only work with a few things until i get my next paycheck and ill pick up parts for the general maintenance.
Also I've read that the HyperFlex Master Bushing Kit and energy suspension trailing arm bushings are the way to go, Whats your opinion on them because im on a tight budget and they seem to be the cheapest and have quite good reviews.
Thanks again for the help as well as your channel, Been watching a lot of your videos and they are really helpful and informative.
Honestly, its videos like this that help people ! Ive been pulling my hair over a piece I cant find the name of. Its on 6:10 in the video. Its the vent slider that you removed the knob off of. Does anyone know what that part is actually called ? Apparently ive lost mine taking apart my dash. HELP ME CRX FRIENDS !!
I couldn't tell you. Hopefully someone else can!
the fresh air vent? lol idk the legit name for it lol
ive looking into getting a SHELL SHELL no wiring or anything to replace my rusted asf but run and driving 91. Only thing that really scares me in the interrior wiring my god i dont even think i could even label all that shit lmfao
Lol
Hey my ef si has an issue with the clock and radio. They stopped working and all fuses are good I checked all for continuity. What else can I check what do you recommend I do? When I press the reset button on the clock it turns on at 1:00 once I let go it goes blank and the radio don’t turn on at all and everything was working fine before. Any suggestions I really don’t want to take apart the dash lol any input would be great thank you
No idea. You'll just need to double check all the wiring for the clock/radio and fuse box.
Yea once I get some time, I’ll follow all the wires and see what I can figure out thank you for the reply appreciate it
Great video man! Keep them videos coming!!
Thanks!
Does the dash assembly of a CRX interchange with a Civic of the same year?
Yes
I know this video is old, but currently trying to get an 89 hatch back on the road.. Bought a donor 90 hatchback with a full interior..I want to put the 90 dash and door panels in the 89 car. Will this work? I've read mixed information lol
Dash will work. Door panels will probably fit, but maybe not perfectly. The 90 hatch had door mounted belts and the 89 did not.
Will an 88-89 crx dash fit an 88 civic sedan? Would I run into any problems?
honda-tech.com/forums/honda-crx-ef-civic-1988-1991-3/hybrid-crx-sedan-dasbhoard-how-all-you-sedan-wagon-lovers-out-there-1422991/
Anyone know where I can get a blinker lever replacement for an 87 crx dx model?
Try rockauto
Can I find a cluster with rpm tach and put it on my 88 dx sedan 5spd? Or do I also need to take the wiring along with it to work
Just the cluster. It'll need to be an 88-89 to fit.
glad i watched your vid. i wouldnt have known about the 2 screws behind the vent slider panel. just got myself and original 88 crx in pretty dang good shape. only thing missing outside is the drivers side fender mold. Inside is great other than as your climate control and 2 of cargo covers. You have any thing left for the car i wouldnt mind doing a black interior
Nice! I only have random parts but the interior is gone except the ebrake console and the whole steering column. If you need anything in particular let me know!
Would you happen to have the fender molding for the drives side for an 88 and a si front bumper
Negative on both. This car was crashed on the front end and had a body kit which removed the moldings.
I've done this before when i swapped the crx dash in my ef sedan
+gascargo best dash out of all the models I believe!
gascargo it fit p&p??
+pyra90 yes they do.
Hey brother don't want to sound like a neewb but I'm unclear on this maybe u can give me an answer.....my ecu plugs were cut on my 91 crx si so is that the chassis harness or under dash harness that I need to replace? Thanx in advance
I cannot remember 100% but I believe it's the chassis harness. The underdash connects to the chassis harness and is for all the controls on the dash.
@@GarageBuiltHondas alright thank u I really appreciate it brother....love the ef vids
You're welcome, glad to have you here watching!!
Oi have you heard of the odessy PC680 battery. The gel ones. Aparently they hare super light and last for the money. Im thinking of getting one to save weight and cleaner look. Battery could still be out front for oem look but less weight and less space. Do you know anyone
I have a replica pc680, been working great for over a year now.
what is the size of tire replacement? tire and RIM size? is that the oem? i have a crx but i need to get the oem tire but o dont know the size :(
Click! www.sizemytires.com/vehicle/1991/honda/civic
What size are the screws on the top cluster cover ?
Hey I'm having trouble taking my heater core out of my 88 crx dx. I have most of the bolts out but its still attached and I still cant get it out there must be some hidden bolts I was wondering if you have a video on the removal. I need help !!! And I can't find anything online to guide me in the right direction. I might just have to get a manual but if its possible you could help give me tips or something. Thanks bud.
Daniel Grajeda did you get the one in the engine bay?
Great vid, man I want those seats!!
😀
Hey Jon , do you think just removing the steering wheel is enough ? Rather than unbolting the steering column. Thanks !
I don't know. I don't think you could lift the dash high enough over it.
@@GarageBuiltHondas ok thanks. If im in that deep, might as well remove the steering column.
Jon. Very helpful videos! Well done. Question: Once you remove the dashboard cluster (speedometer and odometer unit), is one able to pop off the clear plastic to get directly to the dials? The needle on my speedometer has some how gotten on the wrong side of the 'resting' pin on the face of the speedometer.
Martin Doyle thanks! you're correct. in this video I have linked, it shows how to pop it open! you should be able to move the needle back around. ua-cam.com/video/uZRvIN5MErk/v-deo.html
Damn whyd you skip the part where you took out the main air duct and other ac stuff?
so if i put it back together its the same concept right?
Correct
Was up dude hey long does it take to remove it am planning to do mine but I just don’t want to take a long time thanks
30 minutes for me. Maybe longer for someone who isn't familiar with it.
Aye jon im almost done with my ef but i dont know how to reinstall the heater core assembly can u make a video or if u have any advice?
+Musik Gee Is it completely removed?
Where is the air cabin filter located and how do you remove it ?I have a 1989 Honda Hatchback Civic DX
really old car it smells I removed all The seats and carpet out of it yesterday and I also power wash the floor on the inside and scrubbed the floor with OXY ODOR BLASTER DETERGENT.....BUT IT STILL GAS A STRONG SMELL...! WITH NOTHING IN THE INSIDE... PLEASE HELP ME ... !
There isn't one on the 88-91 Civic/crx. You would need to pull the dash and clean all the blower control pieces. They have collected dirt/dust over the years. It's not too difficult but can be a little tedious.
Garage Built Hondas Thank You!!!!!
Can I swap an 88-89 crx or hatchback dash into an 88-89 sedan?
Yes
I keep playing this video just in case I missed something when I pulled out my wagon dash and I missed nothing everything is plugged back together how it is and my temp gauge is still not working and I just noticed the second time I pulled it out my break lights don't work but my running lights do what can that be? I'm so confused anything would be appreciated thank you. You're vids are amazing btw
+Jonathan Godinez any grounds that may have been missed? Maybe a wire unfortunately was old, brittle and moving them around it no longer has the connection? I really don't know, I've never experienced this type of problem.
Garage Built Hondas well thank you I know it's weird but I'm going to keep looking around on each wire
+Jonathan Godinez if you figure it out let me know
Do I have to take the dash off to fix the vents I broke one so just curious?
No
@@GarageBuiltHondas ok thanks what the best way to approach it?
Screwdrivers, patience, and gentle hands. They can be fragile.
No kidding thanks I appreciate that
Hey. Got any tips on how to remove that side vent plastic screw ? It keeps spinning on itself when I try to unscrew it. 3:50 for reference.
Did you hold the washer part still while trying to unscrew it?
@@GarageBuiltHondas i did but The washer is not turning so that’s why I’m stumped. I can get the passenger one removed, but not driver’s side. 🤔
It's stripped. Pry it out.
@@GarageBuiltHondas got it out with the help of a pick. It’s weird, i can now screw and unscrew when it’s off the vent. 🤷♂️. Thanks for the tips. sent you an insta follow request :)
Nice! My Instagram was hacked on Friday. I'm going to try to recover in the next week or so.
the ending was interesting. just curious how many blades did you go through?
Only 2!
Buenas tardes cómo está aquí de Puerto Rico necesito el gas completo de un sedán de 90 me lo puedes conseguir
Thanks heaps for such a great video .. Because I've got the steering wheel off already do j still need to drop the steering column?
Yes
@@GarageBuiltHondas because I need to remove the dash to take it to the trimmers can I still drive the car back into my garage? I'll be removing the dash from my driveway. Just need to drive it straight back in the garage. Thanks man. I just need to be sure before removing it
Definitely. Once the dash is out you can lift the column back up and attach the 2 nuts to hold it up.
@@GarageBuiltHondas thanks heaps. Your knowledge is priceless.
I'm touching up my interior, watching you rip yours out...bahaha, oh my!
Junk status on this crx! It was time!
Do you still have that CRX - cuz I would love to purchase it
It's long gone.
1987 honda civic ko kis ka dashboard lagay ga
The second connector that you disconnect the tiny one, is that the part of the harness that sends rpm signal
Which part of the video? Care to leave me the time stamp so I can take a look?
Later I will contact you I have a crx European version I need a rear panel greetings from Tenerife Canary Islands
Greetings!
2:56 *They Always Break Lol From That Exact Spot*
Interesting
Nice wagon! Wish mine was as clean as urs
+Clint Christensen hey, you own one and that's all that matters!! But thanks man!
Jon I don't think you could give away that rear bumper so rice rice baby LOL
Lmao, I broke it in half and the garbage dude took it away Friday!
Do you happen to have the thin door moldings for sale
No, sorry. You mean the 90-91 crx moldings, right?
This is a long shot, but do you happen to have the rocker panels, not the plastic covers.
Damn, I recycled them. Nobody needed them at the time. I should've just kept them in my backyard, sorry man!
I kind of figured that out, but I had to ask, those parts are getting hard to find. Thanks
great vid! very informal
Andrew Yarusinsky 👍
love the videos...kinda sad watching the shell get cut up little bits at a time lol
I know, I felt all weird at first when I started!!
how easy would it be to swap hatch dashes? from a 89 to a 90 dash? and do you sell parts? there's a few things I need that I can't find.
Colorado Macbay It's pretty easy. I believe those dashes are the same unless you have a sedan. You can just swap the gauge cluster cover. Unfortunately I do not believe the 88-89 clusters work on the 90-91 models so if you swap clusters and the housing then you're cluster will not work without some modifications to the wiring.
I sell parts when I have them, usually don't keep much. what are you looking for?
I'm looking for some 89 seats and some Door panel's. I had a 1990 hatch rhat got tboned and I'm using all my parts off my 90 and putting it on my new 89.
Colorado Macbay I only have some CRX Si door panels, not hatchback. They would fit a 90-91 hatchback but not the 88-89 because of the pillar.
Yeah I notice that when I was seeing if they were interchangeable. well if I need anything else I'll see if you got what I need. your videos have helped vary much in the past and probably will in the future. thanks again!
You got it!
Sad to see it get cut up but it was wrecked anyway and you saved the parts. Question for the LED light beside the sunroof switch. I have the exact same light on my hatch. Is that a factory alarm or just a common place for the flasher light?
Kevin Williams Aftermarket alarm LED. It seems to be a common/smart place to mount it because you can always get a new piece of plastic to replace it if you ever needed to.
I came here to see what was under the dashboard for the heater blower. And What I found is a guy that completly DESTROY a beautifull rare CRX :( ....feel bad
I don't really agreed with "beautiful", but definitely destroyed! Lol
how much for the floor mats to madera califonia?
I'm going to keep them for now, you'll be the first to know if I sell!
Does a crx dash bolt into the civic?
Yes!
it is like watching a funeral
Thomas Hamm haha, I love this. You made me laugh!
how you do automatic ef swap too manual
www.civicforumz.com/civic-diy-tutorials-info-13/ef-guide-auto-manual-37327/
Do you have the dash still? Is so how much for it and shipping?
I do not, sorry!
I'm getting a new wire engine and dash harness cause my car didn't have one. Could you do a video of how to route it and figure out?
Sorry, doesn't look like I have that work on the horizon anytime soon.
Dude I'm literally in this same mess in Chicago. Was looking for the same video 😂 like I'll pay the guy to come out and do mine cus I'm lost
hey Jon nice video i am looking for interior parts for my 89 cox si. any good sites you know of
crxcommunity.com, or the EF page on Honda-tech.com has a FS/WTB thread for all EF parts.
You still have the wire harness for sale ?
No, sorry
Ohh my God.. My civic ...
Lol
somebody did an ac/ heat delete on a crx I bought, everything is removed and I have no idea what I need to replace it all, do you have any video of you removing that stuff? been looking forever and I would really appreciate it
Shoot, I don't. The 3 main parts you'll need are the heater core assembly, the blower, and the evap core or evap delete tube. With that you'll at least have heat shooting out the bottom warming up the car. There are the tubes that direct air to the vents also but still not a necessity if you just need heat at the moment.
Jon Widmer thanks alot! I also have no wires lol its cold where I'm at and I just want to drive it
Would a crx dashboard fit in a ef hatch? 91 on both
+MrMarce1012 yes, perfectly!
Garage Built Hondas great thank you also by chance do you know if ill have any problems smoging my hatch if i put a d16 stock intake when mine is a d15 the reason i ask is because i ordered it online and its a little to short
+MrMarce1012 I don't believe it'll be a problem especially if it is a OEM intake.
Garage Built Hondas great thanks man i appreciate it
are you just getting rid of dash parts or a full part out of the car, there are a few things I would like to get with you about
chevelle2004@gmail.com is my email
Before I reply there, what are you looking for? I sold off a bunch of parts already.
Stuff like the ashtray and the metal bracket that holds the blower to the evap for sure, then the dome light and the strip above the hatch back glass on the exterior.
Jon Widmer I need the bracket that goes from the blower motor to the evap and the ashtray for sure if you still have those. Then it would be nice to have a new dome light and the trim over the back glass above the hatch. I work away from home so I can't really pin anything else but those parts would have my car almost complete again
I sold all the rear interior to a guy in town. I might have the brackets which seal off the air and help hold the evap core to the blower. I'll try to check in my next day off Tuesday!
Dude why would u cut the shell up? U could of had that one going nice man
Because of this damage to the frame. ua-cam.com/video/V70CjpYau0Q/v-deo.html
Your videos are very informative. Do you sell any of the vehicles that you restore? How would someone contact you
if interested in purchasing a car? Thanks!! Keep the content coming!!
+havoc010101 Thanks, I try to make entertaining/informative videos that people find interesting! Usually when I have a vehicle for sale my friends and contacts in town are all over it and the don't last long. I haven't really put up anything for sale on UA-cam except for a set of wheels a while back. I have a friend selling a wagon who asked me to put up a walk around video of it also to help the sale. I might just do that. You can contact me through my email. It's on the "about" tab on my page here.
REST IN PIECES crx...
NEXT IS THE WAGON!!!
Lol.
These were simpler times
They really were
Do u still have that wire harness for sale? Haha
Lol
Just removed my dash (: thank you
+Daniel Grajeda 👍😀
Is this required to replace the blower fan?
I think so. If you ac isn't hooked up you might be able to drop the EVAP core then the blower.
Thanks. I think I’ll just sell the car, as-is. I’ve had it.
Exactly. Don't waste more time and effort. Both of those things are money.
No. I successfully replaced it with the following video. m.ua-cam.com/video/_maComMn8Ag/v-deo.html&lc=UgyMLCE41FSw0BaTmA54AaABAg.9pBtmP-Z0c29pCgmIxnoa4
New motor available from A-zone parts. $44.95. Same connector. Works great.
Do these center consoles fit in a 90 civic?
Justin Nolasco what do you have? Sedan, Wagon, or hatch?
Hatch
Justin Nolasco you can't just add center console. But you can swap the whole crx dash to your hatch. I have a crx dash in my hatch. Straight bolt on.
Perfect, and it looks awesome too!
In other words how to destroy a car
+Elfe Bobaca bingo!! 😁
you can do a video of eliminating the A/C fan ... i am trying to eliminate my fan but is a pain in the ass.
Are you just trying to pull that fan out?
Already remove the fan but the box where the cooler system is in the center of the car.
Inside under the dashboard?
Yeah bro
That's the evaporator core. Remove the glove box and you'll see a couple bars on each side that need to be removed, then a couple bolts/nuts holding the evaporator core to the body.
Poor crx :(
Dude if you still have those door panels I’d love to have them
I sold them a long time ago, sorry!
I wanted to know if you still have the interior parts
danny ramirez I don't, all sold man.