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Engine Removal and Installation: Installation

  1. Engine - Install
    Fig 1: Torque Rod Bracket With Torque Specifications
    GHH81295Courtesy of HONDA, U.S.A., INC.
  2. First Universal Lifting Eyelet - Install
    GHH81296Courtesy of HONDA, U.S.A., INC.
  3. Chain Hoist - Install
    GHH81297Courtesy of HONDA, U.S.A., INC.
    		 1. Attach the chain hoist (A) to the first universal lifting eyelet (B) and the transmission hanger (C), then lift the engine/transmission until it is securely supported by the chain hoist

    2. 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 and carefully raise the engine/transmission into place.

    NOTE:  Reinstall the mounting bolts and 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.
  4. Transmission Mount Bracket Mounting Bolt and Nut - Loosely Install

    M/T 

    GHH81298Courtesy of HONDA, U.S.A., INC.

    CVT 

    GHH81299Courtesy of HONDA, U.S.A., INC.
  5. Second Universal Lifting Eyelet - Install
    GHH81300Courtesy of HONDA, U.S.A., INC.
  6. Engine Support Hanger - Install
    GHH81301Courtesy of HONDA, U.S.A., INC.
    		 1. Install the engine support hanger onto the vehicle as shown, and attach the hook (A) to the slotted hole in the second universal lifting eyelet (B). Tighten the wing nut (C) by hand, and lift and support the engine/transmission.

    NOTE: 

    • Be careful when working around the windshield.
    • Be careful not to damage the hood opener cable when installing the engine support hanger at the front bulkhead.
  7. Engine - Support
      1. Lift and support the engine with a jack and a wood block under the oil pan.
  8. Chain Hoist, Engine Hanger Stay, and First Sub Hanger Stay - Remove
  9. Side Engine Mount - Install
      1. Install the side engine mount (A) using new bolts (B)

    2. Loosely install the new side engine mount bracket mounting nuts (C)

    3. Install the ground cable (D).
    Fig 2: Side Engine Mount & Bracket With Torque Specifications
    GHH81302Courtesy of HONDA, U.S.A., INC.
  10. Engine Support Hanger, Second Universal Lifting Eyelet - Remove
      1. Remove the engine support hanger and the second universal lifting eyelet

    2. Remove the jack and the wood block.
  11. Vehicle - Lift
      1. Raise the vehicle.
  12. Front Subframe - Support
    GHH81303Courtesy of HONDA, U.S.A., INC.
    		 1. Support the front subframe with a transmission jack under the front subframe.
  13. Front Subframe - Install
  14. Torque Rod - Loosely Install
    M/T 
    GHH81304GHH81305Courtesy of HONDA, U.S.A., INC.HONDA, U.S.A., INC.

    CVT 

    GHH81304GHH81305Courtesy of HONDA, U.S.A., INC.HONDA, U.S.A., INC.
    		 1. Install the torque rod, then loosely install the new torque rod mounting bolts.
  15. Vehicle - Lift
      1. Lower the vehicle.
  16. Side Engine Mount Bracket Mounting Nut - Tighten
    Fig 3: Side Engine Mount Bracket With Torque Specifications
    GHH81306Courtesy of HONDA, U.S.A., INC.
  17. Transmission Mount Bracket Mounting Bolt and Nut - Tighten

    M/T 

    Fig 4: Transmission Mount Bracket With Torque Specifications
    GHH81307Courtesy of HONDA, U.S.A., INC.

    CVT 

    Fig 5: Transmission Mount Bracket With Torque Specifications
    GHH81308Courtesy of HONDA, U.S.A., INC.
  18. Vehicle - Lift
      1. Raise the vehicle.
  19. Torque Rod Mounting Bolt - Tighten
      1. Tighten the torque rod mounting bolts in the numbered sequence shown.

    CVT 

    Fig 6: Tightening Sequence Of Torque Rod Mounting Bolts With Torque Specifications
    GHH81310Courtesy of HONDA, U.S.A., INC.

    M/T 

    Fig 7: Tightening Sequence Of Torque Rod Mounting Bolt With Torque Specifications
    GHH81309Courtesy of HONDA, U.S.A., INC.
  20. Lower Radiator Hose - Connect
    GHH81311Courtesy of HONDA, U.S.A., INC.
    		 1. Connect the lower radiator hose (A)

    2. CVT: Connect the water hose (B).
  21. A/C Compressor - Install
      1. Install the A/C compressor (A)

    2. Connect the connector (B).
    Fig 8: A/C Compressor With Torque Specifications
    GHH81312Courtesy of HONDA, U.S.A., INC.
  22. Front Inner Fender - Install
  23. Vehicle - Lift
      1. Lower the vehicle.
  24. Fuel Joint Pipe Bracket - Install
    Fig 9: Fuel Joint Pipe Bracket With Torque Specifications
    GHH81313Courtesy of HONDA, U.S.A., INC.
  25. Radiator Upper Hose - Connect
    GHH81314Courtesy of HONDA, U.S.A., INC.
  26. Heater Hose - Connect
    GHH81315Courtesy of HONDA, U.S.A., INC.
    		 1. Connect the heater hoses (A).
  27. Slave Cylinder - Install (M/T)
  28. Change Wire Bracket - Install (M/T)
  29. Shift Cable (Transmission Side) - Connect (CVT)
  30. Vehicle - Lift
      1. Raise the vehicle.
  31. Driveshaft - Install
  32. Tie-Rod End Ball Joint - Connect
  33. Stabilizer Link - Connect
  34. Lower Arm Ball Joint - Connect
  35. Under-Floor TWC - Install
  36. Engine Undercover - Install
  37. Front Wheel - Install
  38. Vehicle - Lift
      1. Lower the vehicle.
  39. Steering Joint - Connect
  40. Fuel Feed Hose - Connect
    GHH81316Courtesy of HONDA, U.S.A., INC.
    		 1. Connect the fuel feed hose (A) , then install the quick-connect fitting cover (B).

    2. Install the bracket (C).
  41. EVAP Canister Purge Hose - Connect
    GHH81317Courtesy of HONDA, U.S.A., INC.
    		 1. Connect the EVAP canister purge hose (A).
  42. Connector (Engine Wire Harness) - Connect
    GHH81318Courtesy of HONDA, U.S.A., INC.
    		 1. Connect the connectors (A)

    2. Install the harness clamps (B).
  43. Air Cleaner - Install 
  44. Air Intake Duct - Install
    GHH81319Courtesy of HONDA, U.S.A., INC.
  45. Front Grille Cover - Install
  46. 12 Volt Battery - Install

    NOTE:  Do not connect the 12 Volt battery negative terminal.

  47. Positive Cable (12 Volt Battery Terminal Fuse Box) - Connect
    Fig 10: 12 Volt Battery Terminal Fuse Box With Torque Specifications
    GHH81320Courtesy of HONDA, U.S.A., INC.
  48. 12 Volt Battery Terminal - Connect
  49. Wiper Motor - Install
  50. Under-Cowl Panel - Install
  51. Fuel Leak - Inspect
      1. Turn the vehicle to the ON mode, but do not operate the starter. After the fuel pump runs for about 2 seconds, the fuel rail will be pressurized. Repeat this two or three times, then check for fuel leakage.
  52. Transmission Fluid - Refill
      1. Refill the transmission fluid:
  53. Engine Oil - Refill
  54. Engine Coolant - Refill and Air Bleeding
  55. Fluid Leak (Low Pressure) - Check
      1. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II), or press the engine start/stop button to select the ON mode, but do not operate the starter. After the fuel pump runs for about 2 seconds, the fuel rail will be pressurized. Repeat this two or three times, then check for fuel leakage.
  56. Fuel Leak (High Pressure) - Check
      1. Do the fuel line inspection, and check the fuel leakage at the high pressure fuel line .
  57. Transmission Gear - Check
      1. M/T: Check that the transmission shifts into all gears smoothly

    2. CVT: Move the shift lever to each gear, and verify that the A/T gear position indicator follows the transmission range switch.
  58. PCM - Reset
  59. CKP Pattern - Clear/Learn
  60. Idle Speed - Inspect
  61. Ignition Timing - Inspect
  62. Wheel Alignment - Check
  63. VSA Sensor Neutral Position - Memorize (With VSA System)
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