DC2 dashboard (with dash harness, heater box, fusebox, console and trim)
into Civic (from Integra)
Yes: the DC2 dashboard (with dash harness, heater box, fusebox, console and trim) from the Integra (1994-1997 (OBD1)) fits the Civic (1992-1995) — difficult difficulty, modifications required.
Installation notes
Required modifications
Wiring: of the three dash harness plugs (green to fusebox, grey to main harness, blue to rear harness), only the green connects directly - the DC2 dash harness must be traced with a multimeter and re-pinned into the EG grey and blue connector shells, plus one soldered splice (YEL/BLK on the grey plug to YEL on the green plug) for the turn signals/hazards. Metalwork: grind the fusebox mount off and transfer the EG fusebox mount to the DC2 driver-side dash mount, drill out the EG dash mount spot welds, notch for the steering support beam, and fabricate small sheet-metal brackets for both dash mounts. Trimming: cut excess plastic behind the cluster opening, trim the steering column support beam, cut the door trims (peel and re-glue the vinyl), trim the EG door sill mouldings for the DC2 kick panels, and cut one seat belt hole in the DC2 carpet.
Important caveats
- If the EG has a passenger airbag, use a DC2 dash with the passenger airbag intact - a dash with a deployed or removed bag leaves an unresolved gap and an SRS problem.
- Wiring differences reportedly exist between OBD1 and OBD2 dashes; mixing generations is unverified, so trace and re-pin using parts from a single donor.
- Do not rely on generic pin maps (one earlier guide claims only the blue plug needs swapping) - on this documented car every plug differed, so verify with a multimeter.
- The heater box copper pipes deform easily when removing old heater hoses; plan on new hoses and some coolant loss.
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