Oil Pan Installation

Special Tools Required 

• Front subframe adapter VSB02C000016
• Engine support hanger, A and Reds AAR-T-12566
• Engine hanger balance bar VSB02C000019

  These special tools are available through Acura Tool and Equipment Program, 1-888-424-6857

1. Remove all of the old liquid gasket from the oil pan mating surfaces, bolts, and bolt holes.
2. Clean and dry the oil pan mating surfaces.
3. Apply liquid gasket, P/N 08717-0004, 08718-0001, 08718-0003, or 08718-0009, evenly to the oil pan mating surface of the engine block. Install the component within 5 minutes of applying the liquid gasket.
   NOTE:

   • If you apply liquid gasket P/N 08718-0012, the component must be installed within 4 minutes.
   • If too much time has passed after applying the liquid gasket, remove the old liquid gasket and residue, then reapply the new liquid gasket.
     Fig 1: Identifying Liquid Gasket Applying Area

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4. Install the oil pan on the engine block.
5. Tighten the bolts in three steps. In the final step, tighten all bolts, in sequence, to 12 N.m (1.2 kgf.m, 8.8 lbf.ft).
   NOTE:

   • Wait at least 30 minutes before filling the engine with oil.
   • Do not run the engine for at least 3 hours after installing the oil pan.
     Fig 2: Identifying Oil Pan Bolts Tightening Sequence

     Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
6. Tighten the four bolts (A) securing the transmission, then install the torque converter cover (A/T) or clutch cover (M/T) (B).
   Fig 3: Torque Converter Cover Bolts With Torque Specifications

   Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
7. Install the rear warm up three way catalytic converter (rear WU-TWC) bracket.
   Fig 4: Three Way Catalytic Converter Bracket And Bolts With Torque Specifications

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8. If the engine is still in the vehicle, do the following steps.
9. Using the subframe adapter and a jack, loosely install the new front subframe bolts and the stiffeners (see step 9 on ENGINE INSTALLATION ).
10. Loosely install the subframe middle mount (see step 10 on ENGINE INSTALLATION ).
11. Remove the jack and front subframe adapter.
12. Align the reference marks with the edge of both rear stiffeners, and tighten the rear subframe mounting bolts, then the front bolts, and finally the stiffener bolts to the specified torque (see step 12 on ENGINE INSTALLATION ).
13. Tighten the bolts securing the subframe middle mounts (see step 10 on ENGINE INSTALLATION ).
14. M/T model: Tighten the nuts securing the transmission lower front mount and transmission lower rear mount (see step 14 on ENGINE INSTALLATION ).
15. A/T model: Tighten the bolts securing the transmission lower mount (see step 15 on ENGINE INSTALLATION ).
16. Lower the vehicle.
17. M/T model: Install the shift cable bracket (see step 17 on ENGINE INSTALLATION ).
18. Install the vacuum hose (see step 18 on ENGINE INSTALLATION ).
19. Tighten the rear engine mount bolt, then install the rear engine mount stop (see step 19 on ENGINE INSTALLATION ).
20. M/T model: Install the rear engine damper (see step 20 on ENGINE INSTALLATION ).
21. Tighten the front engine mount bolt, then install the front engine mount stop and vacuum hose (see step 21 on ENGINE INSTALLATION ).
22. Remove the engine support hanger and engine hanger balance bar.
23. A/T model: Install the shift cable bracket to the front subframe (see step 29 on ENGINE INSTALLATION ).
24. Raise the vehicle on the lift to full height.
25. Connect the power steering pressure switch connector (see step 35 on ENGINE INSTALLATION ).
26. Install the power steering (P/S) hose (see step 36 on ENGINE INSTALLATION ).
27. Install exhaust pipe A using new gaskets and new self locking nuts (see step 37 on ENGINE INSTALLATION ).
28. Connect the suspension lower arm ball joints (see step 5 on LOWER ARM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
29. Connect the tie-rod end ball joints (see step 11 on KNUCKLE/HUB REPLACEMENT ).
30. Install the damper fork (see step 2 on INSTALLATION ).
31. Connect the stabilizer links (see STABILIZER LINK REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
32. Install the splash shield (see step 43 on ENGINE INSTALLATION ).
33. Install the engine under cover (see step 44 on ENGINE INSTALLATION ).
34. Install the front wheels.
35. Lower the vehicle.
36. Align the reference mark on the steering joint and steering gearbox pinion shaft. Connect the steering joint to the steering gearbox pinion shaft. Tighten the steering joint bolt (see step 47 on ENGINE INSTALLATION ).
37. Install the steering wheel (see STEERING WHEEL INSTALLATION ).
38. Install the P/S pump outlet hose with a new O-ring (see step 50 on ENGINE INSTALLATION ).
39. Install the strut brace (see step 59 on ENGINE INSTALLATION ).
40. Install the under-hood fuse/ relay box (see step 60 on ENGINE INSTALLATION ).
41. Install the battery base (see step 62 on ENGINE INSTALLATION ).
42. Install the air cleaner assembly (see AIR CLEANER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
43. Install the intake air duct, then install the breather pipe (see step 64 on ENGINE INSTALLATION ).
44. Install the battery. Clean the battery posts and cable terminals, then assemble them and apply grease to prevent corrosion.
45. Install the engine cover (see step 65 on ENGINE INSTALLATION ).
46. Refill the engine with engine oil (see ENGINE OIL REPLACEMENT ).
47. Refill the power steering reservoir with the power steering fluid (see FLUID CHECK/REPLACEMENT ).
48. Bleed air from the P/S system, if necessary, add more fluid (see FLUID CHECK/REPLACEMENT ).
49. Check the wheel alignment (see WHEEL ALIGNMENT ).
50. Install the right rear engine compartment cover, then install the right side engine compartment cover (see step 81 on ENGINE INSTALLATION ).
51. Install the left rear engine compartment cover and the left side engine compartment cover (see step 82 on ENGINE INSTALLATION ).
52. Enter the anti-theft codes for the audio system and the navigation system (if equipped).
53. Set the clock (on vehicles without navigation).