Transmission Installation

Transmission Installation
Special Tools Required
^ Engine hanger/adapter VSB02C000015
^ Engine support hanger, A & Reds AAR-T-12566
^ Front subframe adapter VSB02C000016
^ Available through the Honda Tool and Equipment Program 1-888-424-6857.

1. Make sure the two dowel pins are installed in the clutch housing.
2. Apply super high temp urea grease (P/N 08798-9002) to the release fork (A) and the release bearing (B). Install the release fork, the release bearing, and the boot (C).





3. Install the transmission rear mount bracket (A) and the transmission rear mount (B).





4. Place the transmission on the transmission jack, and raise it to the engine level.
5. Install the four transmission lower mounting bolts.





6. Install the front engine mount (A).





7. Install the clutch cover (A).





8. Support the front subframe (A) with the front subframe adapter (B) and a jack (C).





9. Install the front subframe (A) in its original position by aligning it with the marks (B) you made in the removal procedure.





10. Install the three bolts for the transmission rear mount.





11. Loosely install the front engine mount bracket bolt (A).





12. 4WD model: Install the propeller shaft.
13. Install the intermediate shaft.
14. Install the front driveshafts.
15. Install the transmission mount bracket (A) and the transmission mounting bolt (B).





16. Install the air cleaner bracket (C).
17. Loosen the front engine mount bracket mounting bolt (A), then tighten the front engine mount bracket mounting bolt.





18. Install the splash shield (A).





19. Install the two transmission upper mounting bolts.





20. Remove the engine support hanger and the engine hanger/adapter from the engine.
21. Apply super high temp urea grease (P/N 08798-9002) to the end of the cylinder rod. Install the slave cylinder (A). Be careful not to bend the clutch line (B).





22. Install the cable bracket (A) and cables (B).





23. Apply a light coat of Honda silicone grease (P/N 08C30-B0234M) to the cable ends, and install new cotter pins (C).
24. Connect the output shaft (countershaft) speed sensor connector (A) and back-up light switch connector (B).





25. Install the ground cable (C).
26. Install the battery base (A).





27. Install the air intake duct.
28. Install the air cleaner housing.
29. Install the battery. Clean the battery posts and cable terminals with sandpaper. Connect the positive cable to the battery first, then connect the negative cable, and apply grease to prevent corrosion.
30. Refill the transmission fluid.
31. Check the shift lever and clutch operation.
32. Check the front wheel alignment.
33. Enter the anti-theft code for the radio, then enter the audio presets. Set the clock.
34. Do the power window control unit reset procedure.
35. Test-drive the vehicle.