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Engine Installation

  1. Install the accessory brackets, and tighten their bolts to the specified torques.
    Fig 1: Accessory Brackets With Torque Specifications
    G03692230Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  2. Install the engine into position in the vehicle.
    NOTE: Reinstall the mounting bolts and support nuts in the sequence given. Failure to follow this sequence may cause excessive noise and vibration, and reduce bushing life.
  3. Install the right side engine mount bracket, then tighten the bolts and nut in the numbered sequence shown below.
    Fig 2: Tightening Sequence Of Right Side Engine Mount Bracket Bolts With Torque Specifications
    G03692231Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  4. Tighten the support nut on the left side engine mount bracket.
    Fig 3: Support Nut On Left Side Engine Mount Bracket With Torque Specifications
    G03692232Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  5. Connect the evaporative emission (EVAP) canister hose.
    Fig 4: Identifying Evaporative Emission (EVAP) Canister Hose
    G03692233Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  6. 2000-2005 models: Install the brake booster vacuum hose (A), fuel return hose (B) and fuel feed hose (C), using new washers (D).
    Fig 5: Brake Booster Vacuum Hose, Fuel Return Hose & Fuel Feed Hose - 2000-2005 Models With Torque Specifications
    G03692234Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  7. 2006-2009 model: Connect the brake booster vacuum hose (A) and fuel feed hose (B), then install the quick-connect fitting cover (C).
    Fig 6: Identifying Brake Booster Vacuum Hose & Fuel Feed Hose - 2006-2009 Model
    G03692235Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  8. 2006-2009 model: Install the intake manifold cover.
    Fig 7: Identifying Intake Manifold Cover - 2006-2009 Model
    G03692236Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  9. Install the upper radiator hose.
    Fig 8: Identifying Upper Radiator Hose
    G03692237Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  10. Install the heater hoses (A) and lower radiator hose (B).
    Fig 9: Identifying Heater Hoses & Lower Radiator Hose
    G03692238Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  11. Raise the vehicle on the hoist.
  12. Install the engine stop bracket (A), then install the engine stop bracket cushion (B).
    Fig 10: Engine Stop Bracket & Engine Stop Bracket Cushion With Torque Specifications
    G03692239Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  13. Lower the vehicle on the hoist.
  14. Push the engine control module (ECM) connectors through the bulkhead, then install the grommet (A).
    Fig 11: Ground Cable, Harness Clamps & Grommet With Torque Specifications
    G03692240Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  15. Install the battery cable (B) on the auxiliary under-hood fuse/relay box. Install the ground cable (C) and harness clamps (D).
  16. Install the harness clamps (A), then install the battery cable (B) on the main under-hood fuse/relay box.
    Fig 12: Identifying Harness Clamps & Battery Cable On Main Under-Hood Fuse/Relay Box
    G03692241Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  17. Install the electrical power steering (EPS) control unit.
    Fig 13: Electrical Power Steering (EPS) Control Unit With Torque Specifications
    G03692242Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  18. 2000-2005 models: Install the vacuum tank.
    Fig 14: Vacuum Tank - 2000-2009 Models With Torque Specifications
    G03692243Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  19. 2000-2005 models: Install the throttle cable (see THROTTLE CABLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ), then adjust the cable (see THROTTLE CABLE ADJUSTMENT ).
  20. Connect the ECM connectors (A) and dashboard wire harness A connectors (B).
    Fig 15: Identifying ECM Connectors & Dashboard Wire Harness A Connectors
    G03692244Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  21. Install the transmission (see TRANSMISSION INSTALLATION ).
  22. Install the battery.
  23. Clean the battery posts and cable terminals with sandpaper, then assemble them and apply grease to prevent corrosion.
  24. Inspect for fuel leaks. Turn the ignition switch ON (II) (do not operate the starter) so that 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.
  25. Refill the engine with engine oil (see ENGINE OIL REPLACEMENT ).
  26. Refill the radiator with engine coolant, and bleed air from the cooling system with the heater valve open (see step 8 on COOLANT REPLACEMENT ).
  27. Check that the transmission shifts into gear smoothly.
  28. Do the ECM reset procedure:
  29. Do the ECM idle learn procedure:
  30. 2006-2009 model: Do the crankshaft position (CKP) pattern clear/CKP pattern learn procedure (see HDS CLEAR COMMAND ).
  31. Inspect the idle speed:
  32. Inspect the ignition timing (see IGNITION TIMING INSPECTION ).
  33. Enter the anti-theft code for the radio, then enter the audio presets.
  34. Set the clock.
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