Engine Removal

Engine Removal
Special Tools Required
- Engine hanger/adapter VSB02C000015
- Engine support hanger, A & Reds AAR-T-12566
- Subframe adapter VSB02C000016
These special tools are available through the Honda Tool and Equipment Program, 1-888-424-6857.

NOTE:
- Use fender covers to avoid damaging painted surfaces.
- To avoid damaging the wires and terminals, unplug the wiring connectors carefully while holding the connector portion.
- Mark all wiring and hoses to avoid misconnection. Also, be sure that they do not contact other wiring or hoses, or interfere with other parts.

1. Secure the hood in the vertical position by using a rope.
2. Make sure you have the anti-theft code for the radio, then write down the audio presets.
3. Relieve fuel pressure.
4. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery first, then disconnect the positive cable.





5. Disconnect the intake air temperature (IAT) sensor connector (A).
6. Remove the vacuum hose (B) and breather pipe (C), then remove the air intake duct (D).
7. Remove the battery.
8. Remove the air cleaner housing.





9. Remove the harness clamps (A).
10. Remove the four bolls (B), and loosen the bolt (C) securing the battery base, then remove the battery base (D).





11. Remove the battery cables (A) and harness clamp (B) from the under-hood fuse/relay box.
12. Remove the ground cable (C).





13. Remove the throttle cable (A) and cruise control actuator cable (B) by loosening the locknuts; (C), then slipping the cable ends out of the accelerator linkage. Take care not to bend the cables when removing them. Always replace any kinked cable with a new one.





14. Remove the quick-connect fitting cover (A), then disconnect the fuel feed hose.





15. Remove the evaporative emission (EVAP) canister hose (A) and brake booster vacuum hose (B).





16. Disconnect the engine control module (ECM)/powertrain control module (PCM) connectors (A) and the ECM/PCM wire harness connector (B).





17. Remove the harness clamps (A) and grommet (B), then pull the engine wire harness through the bulkhead.
18. M/T model: Remove the clutch slave cylinder and clutch line bracket mounting bolt.
19. M/T model: Remove the shift cables.
20. Remove the drive belt.





21. Remove the power steering (P/S) pump without disconnecting the P/S hoses from the pump.
22. Remove the P/S hose from the bracket on the cylinder head cover.
23. Remove the radiator cap.
24. Raise the vehicle on the hoist to full height.
25. Remove the front wheels.





26. Remove the splash shield.
27. Loosen the drain plug in the radiator, and drain the engine coolant.
28. Drain the transmission fluid.
29. Drain the engine oil.





30. Disconnect the air fuel ratio (A/F) sensor connector (A) and the secondary heated oxygen sensor (secondary H02S) connector (B), then remove the three-way catalytic converter (TWC) assembly (C).
31. Disconnect the stabilizer links.
32. Disconnect the suspension lower arm ball joints.
33. Remove the driveshafts. Coat all precision-finished surfaces with clean engine oil. Tie plastic bags over the driveshaft ends.
34. A/T model: Remove the shift cable.
35. 4WD model: Remove the propeller shaft from the transfer assembly.
36. Lower the vehicle on the hoist.





37. A/T model: Remove the automatic transmission fluid (ATF) cooler hoses (A) and ATF filter mounting bolt (B).





38. Remove the upper radiator hose (A) and heater hoses (B).





39. Clean any dirt off the quick connector (A), thermostat cover, and lower radiator hose.
40. Pull out the lock (B) by hand, then wiggle the quick connector loose, and remove it from the thermostat cover. Do not use any tools to remove the quick connector.





41. A/T model: Remove the bolt securing the P/S line.
42. A/T model: Support the transmission with a jack and wood block.





43. A/T model: Remove the transmission mount.





44. Attach the special tool to the threaded holes in the cylinder head.





45. Install the engine support hanger (A) to the vehicle, then attach the hook to the special tool.
46. A/T model: Remove the jack and wood block.





47. M/T model: Remove the transmission mount bracket support bolt and nuts.
48. Make sure the hoist brackets are positioned properly. Raise the hoist to full height.





49. Remove the rear mount mounting bolts.





50. Remove the front mount mounting bolt.





51. Make the appropriate reference lines at positions (A) and (B) that line up with the center of each subframe mounting bolt (C).





52. Attach the special tool to the subframe by hanging the belt (A) over the front of the subframe (B), then secure the belt with its stop (C).
53. Raise the jack and line up the slots in the arms with the bolt holes on the corner of the jack base, then attach them with the bolts securely.





54. Remove the four subframe mounting bolts, then lower the subframe.





55. Remove the A/C compressor without disconnecting the A/C hoses.
56. Attach a chain hoist to the engine/transmission assembly.





57. Remove the upper engine mount bracket bolt and nut.
58. Remove the engine support hanger.
59. Check that the engine/transmission is completely free of vacuum hoses, fuel and coolant hoses, and electrical wiring.
60. Slowly lower the engine about 150 mm (6 inch). Check once again that all hoses and wires are disconnected from the engine/transmission.
61. Lower the engine/transmission all the way. Remove the special tools.
62. Remove the engine/transmission from under the vehicle.