Transmission Removal
Transmission RemovalSpecial Tools Required
^ Engine hanger adapter VSB02C000015
^ CR-V engine hanger adapter VSB02C000032
^ Front subframe adapter VSB02C000016
^ Engine support hanger, A and Reds AAR-T-12566 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.
^ Special tool engine hanger must be used with the side engine mount installed.
1. Make sure you have the anti-theft code for the audio system or the navigation system (if equipped).
2. Remove the front bulkhead cover.
3. Make sure the ignition switch is turned to LOCK (0). Disconnect the negative cable from the battery, then disconnect the positive cable.
4. Remove the battery hold-down bracket, and remove the battery cover, the battery, and the battery tray.
5. Remove the intake air duct and the air cleaner housing.
6. Remove the battery base.
7. Raise the vehicle on a lift, and make sure it is securely supported and remove the front wheels.
8. Remove the splash shield.
9. Remove the drain plug (A), and drain the transmission fluid (ATF).
10. Reinstall the drain plug with a new sealing washer (B).
11. Fix the hood in the vertical position.
12. Remove the harness clamp from the clamp bracket, and remove the air cleaner housing bracket.
13. Disconnect the A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve A connector (A) and the 2nd clutch transmission fluid pressure switch connector (B), and remove the harness clamps (C) from the clamp brackets (D).
14. Disconnect the transmission range switch connector (A), and remove the connector from its bracket.
15. Disconnect the output shaft (countershaft) speed sensor connector (B) and the input shaft (mainshaft) speed sensor connector (C), and remove the harness clamp (D) from the clamp bracket (E).
16. Disconnect the 3rd clutch transmission fluid pressure switch connector (A), and remove the harness clamp (B) from its bracket (C).
17. Disconnect the A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve B connector (A), the A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valve C connector (B), and the shift solenoid harness connector (C), then remove the harness clamp (D) from the clamp bracket (E).
18. Disconnect the ATF cooler hoses (A) from the ATF lines (B). Turn the end of the ATF cooler hoses up to prevent ATF from flowing out, then plug the hoses and lines.
19. Attach the engine hanger adapter (VSB02C000015) to the threaded hole in the cylinder head.
20. Remove both lids (A) for the front damper flange nuts from the cowl cover. Position the engine hanger adapters (VSB02C000032) over the damper flange nuts.
21. Carefully position the engine support hanger (AAR-T-12566) on the vehicle, and attach the hook (A) to the engine hanger adapter (VSBO2C000015). Tighten the wing nut (B) by hand, and lift and support the engine.
22. Insert a 6 mm Allen wrench (A) in the top of the ball joint pin (B), and remove the nut (C), then separate the stabilizer link (D) from the stabilizer (E). Repeat this for the other stabilizer link.
23. Remove the nuts (F) and the bolt (G) securing the lower arm (H) and the ball joint (I), and separate the lower arms from the ball joints.
24. Disconnect the A/F sensor connector and the secondary heated oxygen sensor connector.
25. Remove the sensor harnesses from the harness clamps.
26. Remove the three-way catalytic converter.
27. For 4WD model: Make a reference mark (A) across the propeller shaft (B) and the transfer companion flange (C). Separate the propeller shaft from the transfer companion flange.
28. Remove the steering gearbox bracket mounting bolts.
29. Remove the steering gearbox bracket mounting bolts.
30. Remove the bolt (A) securing the power steering fluid line clamp.
31. Remove the power steering fluid line from the line clamps (B).
32. Remove the bolt securing the ATF filter on the front subframe.
33. Remove the lower torque rod bolts.
34. Remove the shift cable cover (A).
35. Remove the spring clip (B) and the control pin (C), and separate the shift cable end (D) from the control lever (E).
36. Remove the bolts securing the shift cable brackets (F) (G). Do not bend the shift cable excessively.
37. Check synthetic resin bushing (H) in the shift cable end for a proper fit and wear. If the bushing is loose or worn, replace the shift cable.
38. Remove the shift cable holder bracket from the transmission.
39. For 4WD model: Remove the propeller shaft protector.
40. Remove both mid-bracket bolts.
41. Make reference marks (A) on the body across the marks (B) on the edge of the front subframe (C).
42. Attach 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).
43. Raise the jack and line up the slots in the arms with the bolt holes on the corner of the jack base, then tighten the bolts.
44. Remove the six bolts securing the front subframe, and lower the subframe.
45. Hang the steering gearbox from the body with a strap.
46. Remove the torque converter cover (A), and remove the drive plate bolts (B) (8) while rotating the crankshaft pulley.
47. Remove the driveshafts from the differential and the intermediate shaft. Coat all precision machined surfaces with clean engine oil, then put plastic bags over the driveshaft ends.
48. Remove the intermediate shaft. Coat all precision machined surfaces with clean engine oil, then put plastic bags over the intermediate shaft ends.
49. Remove the upper transmission housing mounting bolts.
50. Remove the transmission mount bracket bolts.
51. Remove the front transmission housing mounting bolts.
52. Lower the transmission by loosening the wing nut on the engine support hanger, and tilt the engine just enough for the transmission to clear the side frame.
53. Place a jack under the transmission.
54. Remove the rear transmission housing mounting bolts.
55. Slide the transmission away from the engine to remove it from the vehicle.
56. Remove the torque converter and the dowel pins.
57. Inspect the drive plate, and replace it if it's damaged.
58. For 4WD model: Install the propeller shaft protector.
59. If you will be installing an overhauled or remanufactured transmission, clean the ATF cooler.