Engine Installation
Engine InstallationSpecial Tools Required
^ Front subframe adapter VSB02C000016
^ Engine support hanger, A and Reds AAR-T-12566 (available through Honda Tool and Equipment program, 888-424-6857)
^ Engine hanger balance bar VSB02000019
1. Install the accessory brackets and tighten their bolts and nuts to the specified torques.
2. Position the engine/transmission assembly under the vehicle. Be sure that they are properly aligned. Carefully lower the vehicle until the engine and transmission are properly positioned in the engine compartment. Make sure the vehicle is not resting on any part of the engine or transmission. Lift and support the engine with a chain hoist (A) and carefully raise the engine/transmission assembly into place.
NOTE: Reinstall the mounting bolts/support nuts in the sequence given in following steps. Failure to follow this sequence may cause excessive noise and vibration, and reduce engine mount life.
3. Install the engine balancer bar (VSB02C000019); attach the front arm (A) to the front cylinder head with a spacer (B) and 10 x 1.25 mm bolt (C), attach the rear arm (D) to the rear cylinder head with 8 x 1.25 mm bolt (E).
4. Install the engine support hanger (AAR-T-12566) to the vehicle, and attach the hook to the slotted hole in the engine balancer bar. Tighten the wing nut (F) by hand to lift and support the engine/transmission assembly.
5. Install and tighten the two bolts securing the upper bracket.
6. Remove the chain hoist, then raise the vehicle on the hoist to full height.
7. Raise the vehicle on the hoist to full height.
8. Attach the front subframe adapter to the subframe by hanging the belt (A) over the front of the subframe (B), then secure the belt with its stop (C). Raise the subframe up to the body with a jack.
9. Loosely install the four front subframe mounting bolts (A) and the four 12 x 1.25 mm bolts (B), (C) with the stiffeners.
10. Loosely install the subframe mid mounts (D).
11. Align the reference marks (A) with the edge of the subframe stiffener (B), then tighten the subframe mounting bolts, and 12 x 1.25 mm bolts.
12. Remove the jack and front subframe adapter.
13. Tighten the bolts securing the subframe mid mounts.
14. Tighten the nuts securing the transmission lower rear mount.
15. Lower the vehicle on the hoist, then remove the engine hanger and balancer bar.
16. M/T model: Tighten the two bolts securing the shift cable bracket.
17. Tighten the rear mount bolt (A), then install the rear mount stop (B).
18. Tighten the front mount bolt (A), then install the front mount stop (B).
19. Install the transmission upper mount bracket (A), then tighten the bolts in the numbered sequence shown.
20. Install the vacuum hose (B).
21. M/T model: Install the ground cable (C).
22. Raise the vehicle on the hoist to full height.
23. Connect the power steering pressure switch connector.
24. Install the power steering (P/S) hose.
25. A/T model: Install the ATF cooler hoses to the radiator.
26. A/T model: Install the control lever (A) with the shift cable on the control shaft. Do not bend the shift cable excessively.
27. A/T model: Install the lock bolt (B) with a new lock washer (C), then bend the lock washer tab against the bolt.
28. A/T model: Install the shift cable cover (D), then install the shift cable holder (E) on the shift cable cover.
29. Install exhaust pipe A using new gaskets (B) and new self-locking nuts (C).
30. Install a new set ring on the end of each driveshaft, then install the driveshafts. Make sure each ring "clicks" into place in the differential and intermediate shaft.
31. Connect the suspension lower arm to the knuckles.
32. Connect the tie-rod end ball joints to the knuckles.
33. Install the damper fork.
34. Connect the stabilizer links.
35. Install the splash shield.
36. Install the front wheels.
37. Lower the vehicle on the hoist.
38. Install the heater hoses.
39. Install the upper radiator hose (A) and lower radiator hose (B).
40. M/T model: Install the clutch slave cylinder (A) and clutch line bracket mounting bolt (B).
41. M/T model: Install the select cable (A) and shift cable (B) with the plastic washers (C), washers (D), and new cotter pins (E).
42. M/T model: Install the shift cable holder (F) and ground cable (G).
43. Install the A/C compressor.
44. Install the condenser fan shroud (A), and reserve tank (B), then connect the fan motor connector (C) and compressor clutch connector (D).
45. Align the reference mark (A) on the steering joint and steering gearbox pinion shaft. Connect the steering joint (B) to the steering gearbox pinion shaft (C). Tighten the steering joint bolt.
46. Install the steering joint cover (D).
47. Install the P/S pump outlet line (A) with a new O-ring (B) to the pump (C), and install the P/S hose (D) in its clamp (E).
48. Install the power steering system fluid reservoir (F) to the clamp, then install the return hose (G) to the fluid reservoir.
49. Install the harness clamp bracket to the rear cylinder head.
50. Install the connecting bracket to the front cylinder head.
51. Install the drive belt.
52. Install the fuel line.
53. Connect the engine wire harness connectors (A), then install the harness clamp (B).
54. Install the brake booster vacuum hose (A), evaporative emission (EVAP) canister hose (B), and vacuum hose (C).
55. Install the ground cable (A), and connect the harness connector (B).
56. Install the battery cables (C).
57. Install the battery base (A), then install the harness clamp (B).
58. Install the air cleaner housing.
59. Install the battery. Clean the battery posts and cable terminals with sandpaper, then assemble them and apply grease to prevent corrosion.
60. A/T model: Move the shift lever to each gear, and verify that the A/T gear position indicator follows the transmission range switch.
61. Inspect for fuel leaks. Turn the ignition switch ON (II) (do not operate the starter) so the fuel pump runs for about 2 seconds and pressurizes the fuel line. Repeat this operation two or three times, then check for fuel leakage at any point in the fuel line.
62. Refill the engine with engine oil.
63. Refill the transmission with fluid.
64. Refill the radiator with engine coolant, and bleed air from the cooling system with the heater valve open.
65. Refill the power steering system fluid.
66. Perform the engine control module (ECM)/powertrain control module (PCM) reset procedure.
67. Do the crankshaft position (CKP) pattern clear/CKP pattern learn procedure.
68. Inspect the idle speed.
69. Inspect the ignition timing.
70. Install the cowl cover and windshield wiper arms.
71. Install the bulkhead cover.
72. Check the wheel alignment.
73. Enter the anti-theft codes for the radio and the navigation system, then enter the customer's audio presets.
74. Set the clock.