Engine Installation
Engine InstallationSpecial Tools Required
^ Universal eyelet 07AAK-SNAA120
^ Front subframe adapter VSB02C000016 *
^ 2006 Civic engine hanger VSB02C000025 *
^ Engine support hanger, A and Reds AAR-T-12566 *
*: Available through Honda Tool and Equipment Program, 1-888-424-6857
1. Install the lower torque rod bracket, and tighten the bolts to the specified torques.
2. Raise the vehicle on the hoist, and position the engine/IMA motor/transmission under the vehicle. Be sure that they are properly aligned. Carefully lower the vehicle until the engine/IMA motor/transmission is properly positioned in the engine compartment. Make sure the vehicle is not resting on any part of the engine/IMA motor/transmission.
3. Attach a chain hoist (A) to the special tool (B) and transmission hook (C). Carefully raise the engine/IMA motor/transmission with the chain hoist into place.
4. Install the special tool to the threaded hole (A) on the cylinder head with a 10 x 1.25 mm bolt (B).
5. Install the front leg assembly (A), hook (B), and wing nut (C) from an A and Reds engine support hanger (AAR-T-12566) onto the engine hanger. Carefully position the engine hanger on the vehicle, and attach the hook to the universal eyelet (D). Tighten the wing nut by hand to lift and support the engine/transmission assembly.
NOTE: Be careful when working around the windshield.
6. Install the side engine mount bracket (A), then loosely tighten the mounting bolts and nut.
NOTE: Reinstall the mounting bolts/support nuts in the sequence given in the following steps. Failure to follow this sequence may cause excessive noise and vibration, and reduce bushing life.
7. Loosely tighten the transmission mount bracket support bolt and nuts.
8. Remove the chain hoist and universal eyelet, then raise the vehicle on the hoist.
9. Set the front subframe adapter (VSB02C000016) to the subframe by looping the strap (A) over the front of the subframe, then secure the strap with the stop (B), then tighten the wing nut (C).
10. Line up the slots in the arms with the bolt holes on the corner of the jack base, and tighten the bolts, then lift the subframe up to the body.
11. Loosely install the new subframe mounting bolts.
12. Align the front subframe reference marks (A) on the body (B), as noted during removal. Then tighten the bolts on the front subframe to the specified torque.
13. Remove the jack and the front subframe adapter.
14. Install mid stiffener mounting bolts on both sides.
15. Tighten the lower torque rod mounting bolts.
16. Lower the vehicle on the hoist.
17. Tighten the side engine mount bracket mounting bolts and nut in the numbered sequence shown.
18. Install the ground cable (A).
19. Tighten the transmission mount bracket support bolt and nuts.
20. Remove the engine hanger and universal eyelet from the engine.
21. Raise the vehicle on the hoist to full height.
22. Connect the steering gearbox harness connectors (A).
23. 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 the intermediate shaft.
24. Connect the suspension lower arm ball joints.
25. Connect the front stabilizer links.
26. Install the under-floor TWC (A); use new gaskets (B), new self-locking nuts (C) and new bolts (D).
27. Lower the vehicle on the hoist.
28. Install the IMA power cable mounting bolts (A).
29. Install the clamp (B), then connect the solenoid harness connector (C) and the input shaft (mainshaft) speed sensor connector (D).
30. Install the shift cable.
31. Connect the IMA power cable connector.
32. Install the water bypass hose (A) and the heater hoses (8).
33. Install the mounting bolt (A), then install the IMA power cable clamps (B).
34. Align the reference marks (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.
35. Install the steering joint cover.
36. Remove the steering wheel.
37. Center the SRS cable reel and reinstall the steering wheel.
38. Loosely install the compressor mounting bolts and the compressor through bolt in the numbered sequence shown. Failure to follow this sequence may reduce the life of the drive.
39. Tighten the compressor mounting bolts (A, C), then tighten the compressor through bolt (B) to the specified torque.
40. Connect the A/C compressor clutch connector (D).
41. Install the radiator.
42. Raise the vehicle on the hoist to full height.
43. Install the splash shield (A) and the engine undercover (B).
44. Lower the vehicle on the hoist.
45. Install the drive belt.
46. Install the purge control solenoid valve stay bolts (A) and the fuel pipe nut (B), then connect the purge joint to the clamp stay (C).
47. Install the clip (D), then connect the purge control solenoid valve connector (E).
48. Install the purge control solenoid valve hose.
49. Install the harness clamp (A), then connect the engine wire harness connectors (B) on the left side of the engine compartment.
50. Connect the PCM connectors.
51. Install the bolts (A), then install the PCM cover (B).
52. Install the harness clamp (A), then install the starter cable (B) and the ground cable (C).
53. Install the air cleaner.
54. Install the air intake duct.
55. Install the resonator.
56. Install the engine cover.
57. Install the under-cowl panel and the cowl cover.
58. Install the front wheels.
59. Install the battery box and battery. Clean the battery posts and cable terminals, then assemble them, and apply grease to prevent corrosion.
60. 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 lines. Repeat this operation two or three times, then check fuel leakage at any point in the fuel line.
62. Refill the engine with engine oil.
63. Refill the transmission with CVT fluid (CVTF).
64. Refill the radiator with engine coolant, and bleed the air from the cooling system with the heater valve open.
65. Do the PCM idle learn procedure.
66. Do the crankshaft position (CKP) pattern clear/CKP pattern learn procedure.
67. Inspect the idle speed.
68. Inspect the ignition timing.
69. Do the start clutch calibration procedure.
70. If the IMA battery level gauge (BAT) displays no segment, start the engine, and hold it between 3,500 rpm and 4,000 rpm without load (in Park or neutral) until the BAT displays at least three segments.
71. Check the wheel alignment.
72. Enter the anti-theft code for the audio or navigation system, then enter the audio presets.
73. Set the clock.