RSX Type-S front calipers, caliper brackets and rotors (on a 5-lug converted Civic)
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DC5 RSX Type-S 2002-2006
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EM2 Civic 2001-2005

Yes: the RSX Type-S front calipers, caliper brackets and rotors (on a 5-lug converted Civic) from the RSX Type-S (2002-2006) fits the Civic (2001-2005) — moderate difficulty, modifications required.

Also fits Civic (ES) →
Verdict
Fits.
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Difficulty
Moderate
Mods
Required
Category
Brakes

Installation notes

Yes — the front calipers, caliper brackets and rotors from a 2002–2006 Acura RSX Type-S (DC5) fit a 2001–2005 Honda Civic (ES/EM2) that has already been converted to 5-lug with base RSX knuckles. Two 7th-gen Civic parts-list guides both list RSX Type-S front calipers with Type-S caliper brackets as the brake upgrade on top of the base RSX knuckles. They also both say you need wheels of at least 16 inches to clear the bigger calipers.
ModsMods req.

Required modifications

Do this after the RSX 5-lug conversion (base RSX front knuckles). Fit RSX Type-S front calipers with RSX Type-S front caliper brackets, Type-S front rotors, brake hoses and brake dust shields. Check the seals on used calipers; one guide recommends new brake lines. Bleed the system and fit wheels of at least 16 inches.

Caution

Important caveats

  • You need 16-inch or larger wheels to clear the RSX Type-S front calipers. Both guides say so.
  • This upgrade sits on top of the 5-lug conversion. The calipers and brackets mount to the RSX knuckle, not the stock 4-lug Civic knuckle.
  • Check the seals on used calipers. One guide recommends new brake lines; the other lists the Type-S front brake hoses as part of the swap.
  • Neither guide gives RSX model years for the Type-S calipers. No OEM part numbers were confirmed.
  • Brake balance: norcalem2 suggests also fitting the RSX Type-S brake booster, master cylinder and proportioning valve, while other posters say they aren't needed. Have the finished system checked and bled properly before road use.

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Reference

D14A1 specs → LEA-MF6 specs → LEA specs → LEB-H5 specs → B18A1 specs → D16A6 specs → B18B1 specs → D16W4 specs → EA specs → ED specs → EE specs → EL specs → EM specs → EN specs → ER specs → ES specs → ET specs → LEA2 specs → Integra Type R DC2 Front Big Brakes → Civic Type R EP3 Brembo Front Brakes →

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Sources

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  1. 01 https://honda-tech.com/forums/honda-civic-2001-2005-78/5-lug-brake-swap-information-em2-es1-01-05-a-2662488/
  2. 02 https://www.civicforums.com/forums/43-wheels-tires-brakes-modifications/317153-5-lug-conversion-without-swap-parts-list-modifications.html
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