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Headgasket replacement in Civic DX 2005

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Old Jun 8, 2017 | 05:51 AM
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Default Headgasket replacement in Civic DX 2005

I have a dead cylinder #4 in my 2005 Civic Coupe DX, it's only produces 10PSI. Also I have to constantly add oil, before I replaced the valve cover gasket, every 300 miles and after every 170 miles. Looking for a good manual with pictures how to replace headgasket. I already have Haynes repair manual with specs and torque wrench.
The car is shaking when idling. There's no white smoke comes out from exhaust either.
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Old Jun 8, 2017 | 06:13 PM
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There's no better repair manual than the factory service manual - I no longer will buy a Haynes manual, they are almost worthless to me. I used a factory manual a few weeks ago to replace my head gasket.
They include a lot of details about the correct Honda-way to perform the service, which are usually left out of DIY guides or cheaper manuals.
It's also got very good illustrations etc.
You want something like this
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But if you shop around you can get lucky with a lower price.
Make sure you are getting than actual manuals that matches your car - you probably don't want the manual for the GX or hybrid Civics.
And make sure you are NOT buying a CD version of the manual or something.
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Old Jun 8, 2017 | 07:00 PM
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$140?! Damn! They used to be sixty-something!

Check your local Craigslist or possibly even eBay. You want the 2001-2005 manual, part number 61S5C01.

Although it were some time ago, I scored one (via CL) from a retiree for only $20.
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Old Jun 8, 2017 | 07:03 PM
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Default Re: Headgasket replacement in Civic DX 2005

Thanks for your reply! I didn't know that there's a factory service manual for Honda exists. I'll shop around, maybe I get lucky to find one cheaper. Is there any resources available online that you might know of?
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Old Jun 8, 2017 | 07:09 PM
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I'll definitely check Craigslist. I found Haynes manual little bit complicated for engine repair. Thanks!
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