Anti-Lock Brake System Control Unit (ABS Control Unit)1.0 hr R&Rno coding
📍 Engine compartment, near master cylinder or under hood on driver side
⚠️ Introduced 1990 on select trim levels; pre-coded, plug-and-play replacement
Programmed Fuel Injection Control Unit (PGM-FI ECM)0.8 hr R&Rno coding
📍 Under passenger seat or behind passenger kick panel
⚠️ Fixed EPROM calibration; diagnostics via blink codes through dashboard LED; plug-and-play replacement
Audio System / Radio (Radio)0.5 hr R&Rno coding
📍 Center of dashboard, in radio cavity
⚠️ No anti-theft code in this generation; simple plug-and-play
Aftermarket tool coverage varies by software version and vehicle build — treat "aftermarket tool" rows as "usually possible" and verify against your tool maker's coverage list before promising a customer. Spot a wrong location or hour? Tell us — corrections ship fast here.
Size-standard part numbers — verify your connector type before buying. Rear blades are model-specific; check the package's vehicle list.
Fuel economy figures are EPA data via fueleconomy.gov (median across matching trims). Performance figures are compiled estimates for the 1988 Honda Civic 1.6L I4 and can vary by trim.
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