Engine Installation

Engine Installation

Special Tools Required
^ Universal eyelet 07AAK-SNAA120
^ 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.

1. Install the accessory brackets, and tighten their bolts to the specified torques.





2. Raise the vehicle on the hoist.
3. Position the engine/transmission 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 and carefully raise the engine/transmission into place.

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 engine mount life.





4. Install the universal eyelet (07AAK-SNAA120) to the side engine mount bracket with 5 mm (0.2 in.) spacer.
5. M/T model: Tighten the transmission mount bracket support bolt and nuts.





6. A/T model: Tighten the transmission mount bracket support bolt and nuts.





7. Tighten the upper engine mount bracket bolt and nut.





8. Remove the purge joint pipe (A), then attach the engine hanger/adapter (VSB02C000015) to the threaded hole in the cylinder head.





9. Install the front leg assembly (A), hook (B), and wing nut (C) onto the engine support hanger (AAR-T-12566). Carefully position the engine support hanger on the vehicle, and attach the hook to the slotted hole in the engine hanger/adapter. Tighten the wing nut by hand to lift and support the engine/transmission.





10. Remove the chain hoist and universal eyelet, then raise the vehicle on the hoist to full height.
11. Install the A/C compressor.





12. Attach the subframe adapter (VSB02C000016) to the subframe by hanging the belt (A) over the front of the subfame (B), then secure the belt with its stop (C). Raise the subframe up to the body with a jack.





13. Loosely install the new subframe mounting bolts. Remove the subframe adapter.
14. Align the reference marks (A) with the center of the subframe mounting bolts (B), then tighten the bolts to the specified torque.





15. Tighten the front mount mounting bolt.





16. Tighten the rear mount mounting bolts.





17. 4WD model: Install the propeller shaft on the transfer assembly.
18. A/T model: Install the shift cable.
19. Install a new set ring on the end of the left driveshaft and the intermediate shaft then install the driveshafts. Make sure the ring "clicks" into place on the differential and the right driveshaft.
20. Connect the suspension lower arm ball joints.
21. Connect the stabilizer links.
22. Install the three way catalytic converter (TWC) assembly (A) using new gaskets (B).





23. Connect the air fuel ratio (A/F) sensor connector (C) and the secondary heated oxygen sensor (secondary HO2S) connector (D).
24. Install the splash shield.





25. Install the front wheels.
26. Lower the vehicle on the lift.
27. Remove the engine support hanger and engine hanger adapter, then install the purge joint pipe.
28. Install the upper radiator hose (A) and heater hoses (B).





29. Check the quick connector (A) and set ring (B) for cracks or damage. If the connector and/or set ring are cracked or damaged, replace the connector.





30. Make sure the set ring is in place inside the quick connector. If the set ring is off the connector, replace the quick connector.
31. Replace the 0-ring (C) in the quick connector.
32. Check the lock (D) for damage or deformation. If the lock is damaged or deformed, replace it. When installing the new lock to the connector, push it straight down along the groove.
33. Clean the connecting surface of the thermostat cover (E), then apply clean engine coolant around the connecting surface.
34. Push the lock (A) down, then push the quick connector (B) onto the thermostat cover until you hear it click.





35. A/T model: Install the harness clamps (A), then install the engine wire harness bracket mount bolts (B).





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





37. Install the power steering (P/S) pump.





38. Install the P/S hose to the bracket on the cylinder head cover.
39. Install the receiver line to the clamps (A).





40. Install the drive belt.
41. M/T model: Install the shift cables.
42. M/T model: Install the clutch slave cylinder and clutch line bracket mounting bolt.
43. Push the engine control module (ECM)/powertrain control module (PCM) connector through the bulkhead, then install the grommet (A).





44. Install the harness clamps (B) and accelerator pedal position (APP) sensor connector (C).
45. Connect the ECM/PCM connectors (A) and ECM/PCM wire harness connector (B), then install the bolt (C).





46. Install the evaporative emission (EVAP) canister hose (A) and brake booster vacuum hose (B).





47. Connect the fuel feed hose, then install the quick-connect fitting cover (A).





48. Install the under-hood fuse/relay box to the bracket, then install the battery cables (A) and harness clamps (B) to the under-hood fuse/relay box.





49. Install the ground cable (C).
50. Install the battery base (A), then install the harness clamps (B).





51. Install the air cleaner assembly.
52. Install the air intake duct (A), then connect the mass air flow (MAF) sensor/intake air temperature (IAT) sensor connector (B), and install the vacuum hose (C) and breather pipe (D).





53. Install the battery. Clean the battery posts and cable terminals with sandpaper, then assemble them and apply grease to prevent corrosion.
54. Install the hood and adjust it.
55. A/T model: Move the shift lever to each gear, and verify that the A/T gear position indicator follows the transmission range switch.
56. M/T model: Check that the transmission shifts into gear smoothly.
57. 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.
58. Refill the engine with engine oil.
59. Refill the transmission with fluid.
60. Refill the radiator with engine coolant, and bleed air from the cooling system with the heater valve open.
61. Do the ECM/PCM reset procedure.
62. Do the crankshaft position (CKP) pattern clear/CKP pattern learn procedure.
63. Inspect the idle speed.
64. Inspect the ignition timing.
65. Enter the anti-theft codes for the audio system.
66. Set the clock.