Transmission Installation

Transmission Installation

Special Tools Required
^ 1.8 Support eyelet 07AAK-SNAA400
^ 1.8 Support bolt 07AAK-SNAA500
^ Engine support hanger, A & Reds AAR-T-12566 *
^ Front subframe adapter VSB02C000016 *
^ 2006 Civic engine hanger VSB02C000025 *
* These special tools are available through the Honda Tool and Equipment program 1-888-424-6857.

NOTE: Use fender covers to avoid damaging painted surfaces.

1. Loosen the upper torque rod mounting bolt (A).





2. Make sure the two dowel pins (A) are installed in the clutch housing.





3. Install the release fork, the release bearing, and the boot.
4. Place the transmission on the transmission jack, and raise it to the engine level.
5. Install the lower transmission mounting bolts.





6. Install the clutch cover.





7. Install the intermediate shaft.
8. Install the driveshaft inboard joint.
9. Support the front subframe with the front subframe adapter and a jack.





10. Install the front subframe (A). Loosely install the new subframe mounting bolts (B).





11. Align the front subframe reference marks (A) to the body (B), as noted during removal. Tighten the subframe mounting bolts to the specified torque.





12. Install the lower torque rod mounting bolts.





13. Install the middle subframe mounting bolts.





14. Install the steering gearbox stiffener plates (A) and mounting bracket (B). Tighten the mounting bolts to the specified torque.





15. Install the steering line bracket (A) and the clip (B).





16. Connect the lower arm.
17. Lower the vehicle on the lift.
18. Install the transmission mounting bracket base (A) and stud bolts (B).





19. Install the transmission mounting bracket bolts (A). Install the transmission mounting bolt (B) and nuts (C), then install the ground cable (D).





20. Raise the vehicle on the lift.
21. Loosen and retighten the lower torque rod mounting bolt.





22. Refill the transmission with the recommended transmission fluid.
23. Install the splash shield.





24. Lower the vehicle on the lift.
25. Tighten the upper torque rod mounting bolt.





26. Install the upper transmission mounting bolts.





27. Remove the engine hanger and support eyelet (A) from the engine.





28. Install the air cleaner housing bracket (B) on the cylinder head.
29. Connect the output shaft (countershaft) speed sensor connector (A).





30. Apply a light coat of super high temp urea grease (P/N 08798-9002) to the shift cable ends (A).





31. Install the shift cable bracket (B) and the shift cables (C), then install the new cotter pins (D) and lock pins (E).
32. Connect the back-up light switch connector (A), then install the engine harness cover (B) and the harness clips (C).





33. Apply super high temp urea grease (P/N 08798-9002) to the end of the slave cylinder rod. Install the slave cylinder (A) then install the clutch line bracket (B). Be careful not to bend the clutch line.





34. Install the battery base (A) with the coolant reservoir (B).





35. Install the harness clips (C) and the intake air duct (D).
36. Install the air cleaner assembly.
37. Install the battery. Clean the battery posts and cable terminals. Connect the positive cable to the battery, then connect the negative cable, and apply multipurpose grease to prevent corrosion.
38. Install the under-cowl panel and cowl cover.
39. Check the change lever and the clutch operation.
40. Check, the front wheel alignment.
41. Test-drive the vehicle.
42. Enter the anti-theft code for the audio system or the navigation system (if equipped), then enter the audio presets. Set the clock (on vehicles without navigation).
43. Do the power window control unit reset procedure.