Engine Installation
Engine Installation
Special Tools Required
- Universal Lifting Eyelet 07AAK-SNAA120
- 1.8 Support Bolt 07AAK-SNAA500
- Engine Support Hanger, A and Reds AAR-T1256
*: Available through the Honda Tool and Equipment Program, 888-424-6857
1. Raise the vehicle on the lift, and position the engine/transmission under the vehicle.
Be sure that they are properly aligned. Carefully lower the vehicle until the engine/transmission are properly positioned in the engine compartment. Make sure the vehicle is not resting on any part of the engine/transmission. Support the engine/transmission with a chain hoist (A) and the first universal lifting eyelet (B) and carefully raise the engine/transmission into place.
NOTE:
- Attach the first universal lifting eyelet to the cam chain case.
- Reinstall the mounting bolts and support nuts in the sequence given in the following steps. Failure to follow this sequence may cause excessive noise and vibration, and reduce engine mount life.
- Wrap the ABS modulator-control unit with a clean shop towel.
2. Install the side engine mount/bracket assembly (A), then tighten new side engine mount/bracket assembly mounting bolts (B).
3. Loosely install the new side engine mount/bracket assembly mounting nuts (C).
4. Install the ground cable (D).
5. Install the transmission mount bracket (A), and loosely install new transmission mount bracket mounting bolts and nuts (B).
M/T model
A/T model
6. Install the ground cable (C).
7. Attach the second universal lifting eyelet (A) to the air cleaner housing bracket with the 1.8 support bolt (B). Tighten the bolt by hand.
8. Install the engine support hanger (AAR-T1256), then attach the hook to the slotted hole in the second universal lifting eyelet. Tighten the wing nut (C) by hand to lift and support the engine/transmission.
NOTE: Be careful when working around the windshield.
9. Remove the chain hoist from the engine/transmission.
10. Remove the first universal lifting eyelet from the cam chain case.
11. Raise the vehicle on the lift.
12. Support the front subframe with a transmission jack and a wood block.
13. Install the front subframe (A), then loosely install the new front subframe mounting bolts.
NOTE:
- Be sure that the pinion shaft grommet is in place securely. Make sure the pinion shaft grommet is not turned up. Incorrect installation can cause leakage of water or mud, and noise.
- Take care not to damage the lower arm ball joint boot with the edge of the knuckle, etc.
14. Tighten the front subframe mounting bolts in the numbered sequence shown.
15. Remove the transmission jack and the wood block from under the front subframe.
16. Support the transmission with a transmission jack and a wood block under the transmission.
17. Install the torque rod (A). Install the bolt (B) with the tab (C) on the bolt head aligned with the guide (D) on the front subframe, then loosely install a new torque rod mounting bolt (E) and nut (F).
NOTE: Be sure to install the torque rod with the "UP" mark facing up.
M/T model
A/T model
18. Remove the transmission jack and the wood block from under the transmission.
19. Lower the vehicle on the lift.
20. Remove the engine support hanger and the second universal lifting eyelet.
21. Tighten the side engine mount/bracket assembly mounting nuts in the numbered sequence shown.
22. Tighten the transmission mount mounting bolts and nuts in the numbered sequence shown.
M/T model
A/T model
23. Raise the vehicle on the lift.
24. Tighten the torque rod mounting bolt and nut in the numbered sequence shown.
M/T model
A/T model
25. Connect the EPS motor angle sensor 8P connector (A) and the torque sensor 6P connector (B) to the steering gearbox.
26. Pull down the lever (C) of the EPS motor 3P connector (D), then confirm the connector is fully seated.
27. Wipe the driveshaft clean. Install a new set ring on the end of each driveshaft, then install the driveshafts Driveshaft Installation. Make sure each ring clicks into place in the differential and the intermediate shaft.
28. M/T model: Install the driveshaft heat shield.
29. Connect the ball joints (A) to both knuckles (B), and install new castle nuts (C). Tighten the nuts, then secure the nuts with the spring clips (D).
30. Connect the stabilizer links (E) to the stabilizer ends (F), and install new self-locking nuts (G). Insert a 5 mm Allen wrench (H) in the top of the ball joint pins (I), and tighten the self-locking nuts.
31. Install the tie-rod end ball joint (J) to the each knuckle with the nuts (K) and new cotter pins (L).
32. A/T model: Install the shift cable.
33. With A/C: Install the A/C compressor.
34. With A/C: Install the drive belt Service and Repair.
35. Install the under-floor TWC (A).
NOTE: Use new gaskets (B) and new self-locking nuts (C).
36. Install the splash shields.
37. Lower the vehicle on the lift.
38. Connect the heater hoses.
39. Install the radiator Radiator Replacement.
40. M/T model: Install the clutch slave cylinder, and clutch line bracket mounting bolt.
41. M/T model: Install the shift cable.
42. Connect the secondary HO2S connector (A), then install the secondary HO2S harness to the clamps (B).
43. Connect the fuel feed hose (A) Fuel Line/Quick-Connect Fitting Installation, then install the quick-connect fitting cover (B) and the fuel feed hose clamp (C).
44. Connect the EVAP canister hose (A) and the brake booster vacuum hose (B).
45. Install the harness holder (A), then install the harness clamp (B).
46. Connect the engine wire harness connector (C) and the ECM/PCM connectors (D).
47. M/T model: Install the battery base (A), then install the harness clamp (B).
48. Install the battery cables (A) to the battery terminal fuse box.
49. Install the harness clamps (B).
50. Install the front wheels.
51. Connect the steering joint to the steering gearbox pinion shaft (A) by aligning the reference mark (B), then remove the wire (C) from the joint yoke (D).
52. Install the steering joint cover (E).
53. Remove the steering wheel holder tool.
54. Install the under-cowl panel Service and Repair.
55. Install the windshield wiper motor Service and Repair.
56. Do the battery installation procedure.
57. Refill the transmission with fluid:
- M/T model Service and Repair
- A/T model ATF Replacement
58. Install the air cleaner Service and Repair.
59. A/T model: Move the shift lever to each gear, and verify that the A/T gear position indicator follows the transmission range switch.
60. M/T model: Check that the transmission shifts into all gears smoothly.
61. Inspect for fuel leaks. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II) (do not operate the starter) so the fuel pump runs for about 2 seconds and pressurizes the fuel line. Repeat this operation three times, then check for fuel leakage at any point in the fuel line.
62. Refill the radiator with engine coolant, and bleed the air from the cooling system.
63. Refill the engine with engine oil.
64. Check and adjust the front wheel alignment Service and Repair.
65. Do the ECM/PCM reset procedure.
66. Do the CKP pattern clear/CKP pattern learn procedure.
67. Inspect the idle speed Testing and Inspection.
68. Inspect the ignition timing Testing and Inspection.