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Design Specifications

DESIGN SPECIFICATIONS TABLE

Item Measurement Qualification Specification
DIMENSIONS Overall length 2000-2007 4, 115 mm (162.0 in.)
2008-2009 4, 135 mm (162.8 in.)
Overall width - 1, 750 mm (68.9 in.)
Overall height - 1, 285 mm (50.6 in.)
Wheelbase - 2, 400 mm (94.5 in.)
Track Front 1, 470 mm (57.9 in.)
Rear 2000-2007 1, 508 mm (59.4 in.)
Rear 2008-2009 1, 510 mm (59.5 in.)
Ground clearance - 130 mm (5.1 in.)
Seating capacity - Two
WEIGHT Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) 2000-2003 models 1, 535 kg (3, 385 lbs)
2004-2009 models 1, 550 kg (3, 418 lbs)
ENGINE Type - Water-cooled, 4-stroke DOHC VTEC gasoline engine
Cylinder arrangement - Inline 4-cylinder, longitudinal
Bore and stroke 2000-2003 models 87.0 x 84.0 mm (3.43 x 3.31 in.)
2004-2009 models 87.0 x 90.7 mm (3.43 x 3.57 in.)
Displacement 2000-2003 models 1, 997 cm3 (mL) (121.9 cu in.)
2004-2009 models 2, 157 cm3 (mL) (131.6 cu in.)
Compression ratio - 11.0
Valve train - Chain driven, DOHC VTEC 4 valves per cylinder
Lubrication system - Forced, wet sump, with trochoid pump
Oil pump displacement At 6, 000 RPM 58.4 L (61.7 US qt)/minute
Water pump displacement At 6, 000 RPM 172 L (182 US qt)/minute
Fuel required - Premium UNLEADED gasoline with 91 Pump Octane Number or higher
STARTER Type - Gear reduction
Normal output 2000-2003 models 1.0 kW
2004-2009 models 1.1 kW
Nominal voltage - 12 V
Hour rating - 30 seconds
Direction of rotation - Clockwise as viewed from gear end
CLUTCH Clutch - Single plate dry, diaphragm spring
Clutch friction material surface area - 188 cm2 (29 sq in.)
MANUAL TRANSMISSION Type - Synchronized 6-speed forward, 1 reverse
Primary reduction 2000-2003 models Direct 1:1
2004-2009 models 1 208
Gear ratio 1st 3.133
2nd 2.045
3rd 1.481
4th 1.161
5th 2000-2003 models 0.979
5th 2004-2008 models 0.943
6th 2000-2003 models 0.810
2004-2009 models 0.763
Reverse 2.800
Secondary reduction gear Type Single helical gear
Gear ratio 2000-2003 models 1.160
Gear ratio 2004-2009 models 1.208
DIFFERENTIAL Final reduction gear Type Spiral bevel gear
Gear ratio 4.100
STEERING Type - Electrical, power-assisted rack and pinion
Overall ratio - 13.9
Turns, lock-to-lock - 2.4
Steering wheel diameter - 360 mm (14.1 in.)
SUSPENSION Type Front Independent double wishbone, coil spring with stabilizer
Rear Independent double wishbone, coil spring with stabilizer
Shock absorber Front and rear Telescopic, hydraulic, nitrogen gas-filled
TIRES Size of front and rear tires (2000-03 models) Front 205/55R16 89W
Rear 225/50R16 92W
Size of front and rear tires (2004-07 models) Front 215/45R17 97W
Rear 245/40R17 91W
Size of front and rear tires (2008-09 models) Front 215/45R17 97W
Rear (except CR) 245/40R17 91W
Rear (CR) 255/40R17 94W
Size of spare tire - T125/70D16 96M
WHEEL ALIGNMENT Camber Front -0° 30'
Rear -1° 30'
Caster Front 6° 00'
Total Toe-in (2000-03 models) Front 0 mm (0 in.)
Rear 6 mm (0.24 in.)
Total Toe-in (2004-2009 models) Rear (except CR) 3.6 mm (0.14 in.)
Rear (CR) 5.5 mm (0.22 in.)
BRAKES Type of service brake Front Power-assisted self-adjusting ventilated disc
Rear Power-assisted self-adjusting solid disc
Type of parking brake - Mechanical actuating, rear wheels
Pad friction surface area Front 42 cm2 (6.5 sq in.) x 2
Rear 28 cm2 (4.3 sq in.) x 2
AIR CONDITIONING Cooling capacity - 3, 320 Kcal/h (13, 170 BTU/h)
Compressor Type/Manufacturer Scroll/KEIHIN
Number of cylinders -
Capacity 85.7 mL (5.23 cu in.)/rev.
Maximum speed 12, 000 RPM
Lubricant capacity 130 mL (4 1/3 fl oz)
Lubricant type KEIHIN SP-10
Condenser Type Corrugated fin
Evaporator Type Corrugated fin
Blower Type Sirocco fan
Motor input 220 W/12 V
Speed control 7-speed manual A/C
Maximum capacity 430 m3 /h (15, 200 cu ft/h)
Temperature control - Air-mix type
Refrigerant Type HFC-134a (R-134a)
Quantity 600-650 g (21.2-22.9 oz)
ELECTRICAL RATINGS Battery - 12 V-36 AH/5 hours
Fuses Main underhood fuse/relay box 100 A, 40 A, 30 A, 20 A, 15 A, 10 A
Auxiliary underhood fuse box 70 A, 60 A, 20 A
Under-dash fuse/relay box 20 A, 15 A, 10 A, 7.5 A
Light bulbs Headlight high beam 12 V-55 W (HI)
Headlight low beam 12 V-35 W (HID)
Front turn signal lights 12 V-21 W
Front parking lights 2000-2003 models 12 V-5 W
Front parking/side marker lights 2004-2009 models 12 V-5 W
Rear turn signal lights 12 V-21 W
Rear side marker lights 2000-2003 models 12 V-5 W
Rear side marker lights 2004-2009 models LED
Side turn signal lights 12 V-5 W
Brake/Taillights 2000-2003 models 12 V-21/5 W
Brake/Taillights 2004-2009 models LED
High-mount brake light LED
Back-up lights 12 V-21 W
License plate light 12 V-5 W
Trunk light 12 V-5 W
Ceiling light/Spotlights 12 V-5 W
Gauge lights 12 V-3 W, 2 W
Indicator lights 12 V-1.12 W, 1.4 W
Panel and pilot lights 12 V - 0.56 W, 0.84 W, 0.91 W, LED