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Without SH-AWD

  1. Raise the vehicle on a lift.
  2. Remove the wheel sensor harness clamps (A)
    Fig 1: Wheel Sensor Harness Clamps With Torque Specifications
    G08069929Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  3. Support the rear subframe with a transmission jack and a wooden block as shown.
  4. Remove the rear subframe mounting bolts (B and C).
  5. Lower the transmission jack and the rear subframe about 50 mm.
    NOTE: Be careful not to damage the connecting parts.
  6. Remove the bolt (A), and disconnect the hoses (B), the EVAP canister vent shut valve 2P connector (C), and the FTP sensor 3P connector (D).
    Fig 2: Hoses, Bolt, EVAP Canister Vent Shut Valve 2P Connector And FTP Sensor 3P Connector And Bracket With Torque Specifications
    G08069930Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  7. Remove the bolts (E), then remove the EVAP canister assembly (F).
  8. Remove the EVAP canister (A) from the EVAP canister bracket (B).
    Fig 3: EVAP Canister And Bracket With Torque Specifications
    G08069931Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  9. Remove the EVAP canister vent shut valve (A) and the FTP sensor (B) from the canister (C).
    Fig 4: Identifying EVAP Canister Vent Shut Valve, FTP Sensor And Canister
    G08069932Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  10. Reassemble the EVAP canister with new O-rings (D), a new retainer (E), and a new cap (F), then install the EVAP canister bracket.
    NOTE: Do not coat the O-rings with oil.
  11. Install the EVAP canister assembly to the body.
    NOTE: Attach the bracket arm (A) to the body as shown.
    Fig 5: Identifying Bracket Arm
    G08069933Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  12. Install the parts in the reverse order of removal. Use new bolts when you install the rear subframe.
  13. Check the wheel alignment (see WHEEL ALIGNMENT ).