Special Tools Required

• Universal eyelet 07AAK-SNAA120
• Engine hanger/adapter VSB02C000015
• Engine support hanger, A & Reds AAR-T-12566
• Subframe adapter VSB02C000016

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

1. Install the accessory brackets, and torque their bolts to the specified torque.
   Fig 1: Side Engine Mount Bracket Bolts With Torque Specifications

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2. Raise the vehicle on a lift.
3. Install the universal eyelet (07AAK-SNAA120) (A) to the side engine mount bracket with 5 mm (0.2 in.) spacer (B).
   Fig 2: Identifying Side Engine Mount Bracket & Spacer

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4. Position the engine/transmission under the vehicle. Be sure that they are properly aligned. Carefully lower the vehicle until the engine/transmission are properly positioned in the engine compartment. Make sure the vehicle is not resting on any part of the engine/transmission. Support the engine/transmission with a chain hoist (A) and carefully raise the engine/transmission into place.
   NOTE: Reinstall the mounting bolts/support nuts in the sequence given in the following steps. Failure to follow this sequence may cause excessive noise and vibration, and reduce engine mount life.
   Fig 3: Supporting Engine/Transmission With Chain Hoist

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5. M/T model: Torque the transmission mount bracket support bolt and nuts.
   Fig 4: Transmission Mount Bracket Support Bolt & Nuts - M/T Model With Torque Specifications

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6. A/T model: Torque the transmission mount bracket support bolt and nuts.
   Fig 5: Transmission Mount Bracket Support Bolt & Nuts - A/T Model With Torque Specifications

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7. Tighten the upper engine mount bracket bolt and nut.
   Fig 6: Upper Engine Mount Bracket Bolt & Nut With Torque Specifications

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8. Remove the purge joint pipe (A), then attach the engine hanger/adapter (VSB02C000015) to the threaded hole in the cylinder head.
   Fig 7: Identifying Purge Joint Pipe & Engine Hanger/Adapter

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9. Install the front leg assembly (A), hook (B), and wing nut (C) onto the engine support hanger (AAR-T-12566). Carefully position the engine support hanger on the vehicle, and attach the hook to the slotted hole in the engine hanger/adapter. Torque the wing nut by hand to lift and support the engine/transmission.
   Fig 8: Identifying Front Leg Assembly, Hook & Wing Nut

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10. Remove the chain hoist and universal eyelet, then raise the vehicle on the lift to full height.
11. Install the A/C compressor. Do not bend the A/C hoses excessively.
    Fig 9: A/C Compressor & Bolts With Torque Specifications

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12. Attach the subframe adapter (VSB02C000016) to the subframe by hanging the belt (A) over the front of the subfame (B), then secure the belt with its stop (C). Raise the subframe up to the body with a jack.
    Fig 10: Attaching Subframe Adapter To Subframe By Hanging Belt

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13. Loosely install the new subframe mounting bolts (four). Remove the jack and the subframe adapter.
14. Align the reference marks (A) with the center of the subframe mounting bolts (B), then torque the subframe mounting bolts (four) to the specified torque.
    Fig 11: Aligning Reference Marks With Center Of Subframe Mounting Bolts With Torque Specifications

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15. Tighten the front mount mounting bolt.
    Fig 12: Front Mount Mounting Bolt With Torque Specifications

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16. Tighten the rear mount mounting bolts.
    Fig 13: Rear Mount Mounting Bolts With Torque Specifications

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17. 4WD model: Install the propeller shaft on the transfer assembly:
    • Manual transmission (see step 3 in TRANSFER ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION )
    • Automatic transmission (see step 18 in TRANSMISSION INSTALLATION )
18. A/T model: Install the shift cable (see step 25 in TRANSMISSION INSTALLATION ).
19. Install a new set ring on the end of the left driveshaft and the intermediate shaft then install the driveshafts. Make sure the ring "clicks" into place on the differential and the right driveshaft.
20. Connect the suspension knuckle ball joints (see step 4 in LOWER ARM REPLACEMENT ).
21. Connect the stabilizer links (see STABILIZER LINK REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
22. Install the three way catalytic converter (TWO assembly (A) using new gaskets (B).
    Fig 14: Three Way Catalytic Converter Assembly Bolts With Torque Specifications

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23. Connect the air fuel ratio (A/F) sensor connector (C) and the secondary heated oxygen sensor (secondary HO2S) connector (D).
24. Install the splash shield.
    Fig 15: Identifying Splash Shield

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25. Install the front wheels.
26. Lower the vehicle on the lift.
27. Remove the engine support hanger and engine hanger/adapter, then install the purge joint pipe.
28. Connect the upper radiator hose (A) and heater hoses (B).
    Fig 16: Identifying Upper Radiator Hose & Heater Hoses

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29. Check the quick connector (A) and set ring (B) for cracks or damage. If the connector and/or set ring are cracked or damaged, replace the connector.
    Fig 17: Identifying Quick Connector & Set Ring

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30. Make sure the set ring is in place inside the quick connector. If the set ring is off the connector, replace the quick connector.
31. Replace the O-ring (C) in the quick connector.
32. Check the lock (D) for damage or deformation. If the lock is damaged or deformed, replace it. When installing the new lock to the connector, push it straight down along the groove.
33. Clean the connecting surface of the thermostat cover (E), then apply clean engine coolant around the connecting surface.
34. Push the lock (A) down, then push the quick connector (B) onto the thermostat cover until you hear it click.
    Fig 18: Pushing Lock & Quick Connector

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35. A/T model: Install the harness clamps (A), then install the engine wire harness bracket mount bolts (B).
    Fig 19: Identifying Harness Clamps & Engine Wire Harness Bracket Mount Bolts

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36. A/T model: Install the automatic transmission fluid (ATF) cooler hoses (A) and ATF filter mounting bolt (B).
    Fig 20: Identifying ATF Filter Mounting Bolt & Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) Cooler Hoses

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37. Install the power steering (P/S) pump.
    Fig 21: Power Steering (P/S) Pump Bolt With Torque Specifications

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38. Install the P/S hose to the bracket on the cylinder head cover.
39. Install the receiver line to the clamps (A).
    Fig 22: Identifying Receiver Line To Clamps

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40. Install the drive belt (see DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT ).
41. M/T model: Install the shift cables. Do not bend the shift cable excessively (see step 27 in TRANSMISSION INSTALLATION ).
42. M/T model: Install the clutch slave cylinder and clutch line bracket mounting bolt (see step 26 in TRANSMISSION INSTALLATION ).
43. Push the engine control module (ECM)/powertrain control module (PCM) connector through the bulkhead, then install the grommet (A).
    Fig 23: Identifying Engine Control Module (ECM)/Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Connector

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44. Install the harness clamps (B) and accelerator pedal position (APP) sensor connector (C).
45. Connect the ECM/PCM connectors (A) and ECM/PCM wire harness connector (B), then install the bolt (C).
    Fig 24: ECM/PCM Connectors & ECM/PCM Wire Harness Connector With Torque Specifications

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46. Connect the evaporative emission (EVAP) canister hose (A) and brake booster vacuum hose (B).
    Fig 25: Identifying Evaporative Emission (EVAP) Canister Hose & Brake Booster Vacuum Hose

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47. Connect the fuel feed hose (A) (see FUEL LINE/QUICK-CONNECT FITTING INSTALLATION ), then install the quick-connect fitting cover (B).
    Fig 26: Identifying Fuel Feed Hose & Quick-Connect Fitting Cover

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48. Install the under-hood fuse/relay box to the bracket, then install the positive (+) terminals (A) and harness clamps (B) to the under-hood fuse/relay box.
    Fig 27: Identifying Under-Hood Fuse/Relay Box Clamps & Bolts

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49. Install the ground cable (C).
50. Install the battery base (A), then install the harness clamps (B).
    Fig 28: Battery Base & Ground Cable With Torque Specifications

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51. Install the air cleaner assembly (see AIR CLEANER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
52. Install the intake air duct (A), then connect the mass airflow (MAF) sensor/intake air temperature (IAT) sensor connector (B), and install the vacuum hose (C) and breather pipe (D).
    Fig 29: Identifying Intake Air Duct & Mass Airflow (MAF) Sensor/Intake Air Temperature (IAT) Sensor Connector

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53. Do the battery installation procedure (see INSTALLATION ).
54. Install the hood and adjust it (see HOOD ADJUSTMENT ).
55. Inspect for fuel leaks. Turn the ignition switch ON (II) (do not operate the starter) so the fuel pump runs for about 2 seconds and pressurizes the fuel line. Repeat this operation three times, then check for fuel leakage at any point in the fuel line.
56. Refill the engine with the recommended engine oil (see ENGINE OIL REPLACEMENT ).
57. Refill the transmission with fluid:
    • Manual transmission (see TRANSMISSION FLUID INSPECTION AND REPLACEMENT )
    • Automatic transmission (see ATF REPLACEMENT )
58. A/T model: Move the shift lever to each gear, and verify that the A/T gear position indicator follows the transmission range switch.
59. M/T model: Check that the transmission shifts into gear smoothly.
60. Refill the radiator with engine coolant, and bleed air from the cooling system with the heater valve open (see step 7 in COOLANT REPLACEMENT ).
61. Check for fluid leaks.
62. Do the ECM/PCM reset procedure (see ECM/PCM RESET ).
63. Do ECM/PCM IDLE LEARN PROCEDURE .
64. Do the crankshaft position (CKP) pattern clear/CKP pattern learn procedure (see CRANK (CKP) PATTERN CLEAR/CRANK (CKP) PATTERN LEARN ).
65. Inspect the idle speed (see IDLE SPEED INSPECTION ).
66. Inspect the ignition timing (see IGNITION TIMING INSPECTION ).
67. Check the wheel alignment (see WHEEL ALIGNMENT ).