Engine Installation

Engine Installation

Special Tools Required

- Universal Lifting Eyelet 07AAK-SNAA120
- Engine Hanger Adapter VSB02C000015
- Engine Support Hanger, A and Reds AAR-T1256
- Subframe Adapter VSB02C000016
* Available through the Honda Tool and Equipment Program, 888-424-6857.

1. Install the engine mount brackets and the accessory brackets, and tighten their bolts to the specified torque.






2. Install the universal lifting eyelet (07AAK-SNAA120) (A) to the side engine mount bracket with 5 mm(0.20 in) spacer (B).






3. Raise the vehicle on the lift, and position the engine/ transmission under the vehicle. Lower the vehicle, and attach the chain hoist to the universal lifting eyelet and the transmission hook, then lift the engine into position in the vehicle.

NOTE: Reinstall the mounting bolts and the 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. Tighten the new side engine mount bracket mounting bolt and nut.






5. Tighten the transmission mount bracket support bolt and nuts.

M/T model





A/T model





6. Remove the purge joint pipe (A), then attach the engine hanger adapter (VSB02C000015) to the threaded hole in the cylinder head.






7. Install the engine support hanger (AAR-T1256) onto the vehicle as shown, and attach the hook to the slotted hole in the engine hanger adapter. Tighten the wing nut (A) by hand, and lift and support the engine/transmission.

- 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.





8. Remove the chain hoist and the universal lifting eyelet, then raise the vehicle on the lift.

9. Install the A/C compressor.






10. Attach the subframe adapter (VSB02C000016) to the front subframe by looping the belt (A) over the front of the front subframe (B), then secure the belt with its stop (C). Raise the front subframe up to the body with a jack.





11. Loosely install the new front subframe mounting bolts (four). Remove the jack and the subframe adapter.

12. Align the reference marks (A) with the center of the subframe mounting bolts (B), then tighten the subframe mounting bolts (four) to the specified torque.






13. Lower the vehicle on the lift.

14. Remove the engine support hanger and the engine hanger adapter, then install the purge joint pipe.

15. Raise the vehicle on the lift.

16. Tighten the new front engine mount mounting bolt.






17. Tighten the new rear engine mount mounting bolts.






18. Lower the vehicle on the lift.

19. Loosen the side engine mount bracket mounting bolt and nut, then retighten them to the specified torque.






20. Loosen the transmission mount bracket support bolt and nuts, then retighten them to the specified torque.

M/T model





A/T model





21. Raise the vehicle on the lift.

22. 4WD model: Install the propeller shaft on the transfer assembly:

- Manual transmission
- Automatic transmission

23. A/T model: Install the shift cable.

24. Install a new set ring on the end of the left driveshaft and the intermediate shaft, then install the driveshafts Front Driveshaft Installation. Make sure the ring "clicks" into place on the differential and the right driveshaft.

25. Connect the suspension knuckle ball joints.

26. Connect the stabilizer links.

27. Install the TWC assembly (A) using new gaskets (B).





28. Connect the A/F sensor connector (C) and the secondary HO2S connector (D).

29. Install the splash shield.






30. Install the front wheels.

31. Lower the vehicle on the lift.

32. Connect the upper radiator hose (A) and the heater hoses (B).






33. 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.





34. Make sure the set ring is in place inside the quick connector. If the set ring is off the connector, replace the quick connector.

35. Install a new O-ring (C) in the quick connector.

36. Check the lock (D) for damage or deformation. If the lock is damaged or deformed, replace it. When installing the new lock to the quick connector, push it straight down along the groove.

37. Clean the connecting surface of the thermostat cover (E), then apply new engine coolant around the connecting surface.

38. Push the lock (A) down, then push the quick connector (B) onto the thermostat cover until you hear it click.






39. A/T model: Install the harness clamps (A), then install the engine wire harness bracket mount
bolts (B).






40. A/T model: Connect the ATF cooler hoses (A) and install the ATF filter mounting bolt (B).






41. Install the power steering pump (A).





42. Install the power steering hose to the bracket on the cylinder head cover.

43. Install the receiver line to the clamps (A).






44. Install the drive belt Service and Repair.

45. M/T model: Install the shift cables.

46. M/T model: Install the clutch slave cylinder and the clutch line bracket mounting bolt.

47. Push the engine wire harness through the bulkhead, then install the grommet (A).





48. Install the harness clamps (B) and connect the APP sensor connector (C).

49. Connect the ECM/PCM connectors (A) and ECM/PCM wire harness connector (B), then install the bolt (C).






50. Connect the EVAP canister hose (A) and the brake booster vacuum hose (B).






51. Connect the fuel feed hose (A), then install the quick-connect fitting cover (B) Fuel Line/Quick-Connect Fitting Installation.






52. Install the ground cable (A) and install the under-hood fuse/relay box to the bracket.





53. Install the harness clamps (B) and connect the battery cable (C).

54. Install the battery base (A), then install the harness clamps (B).






55. Install the air cleaner Service and Repair.

56. Install the intake air duct (A), then connect the MAF sensor/IAT sensor connector (B), the vacuum hose (C), and the breather pipe (D).





57. Do the battery installation procedure Removal and Replacement.

58. Install the hood and adjust it Adjustments.

59. Inspect for fuel leaks. Turn the ignition switch to 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.

60. Refill the engine with engine oil Service and Repair.

61. Refill the transmission with fluid:

- Manual transmission Service and Repair
- Automatic transmission ATF Replacement

62. A/T model: Move the shift lever to each gear, and verify that the A/T gear position indicator follows the transmission range switch.

63. M/T model: Check that the transmission shifts into all gears smoothly.

64. Refill the radiator with engine coolant, and bleed the air from the cooling system with the heater valve open Service and Repair.

65. Check for fluid leaks.

66. Do the ECM/PCM reset procedure.

67. Do the ECM/PCM idle learn procedure ECM/PCM Idle Learn Procedure.

68. Do the CKP pattern clear/CKP pattern learn procedure.

69. Inspect the idle speed Testing and Inspection.

70. Inspect the ignition timing Testing and Inspection.

71. Check the wheel alignment Service and Repair.