Transmission Removal

Transmission Removal

Special Tools Required
^ Universal eyelet 07AAK-SNAAl20
^ Engine support hanger, A and Reds AAR-T-12566*
^ Fit engine hanger adapter VSBO2C000026*
^ 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. Make sure you have the anti-theft code for the audio unit, then write down the audio presets.
2. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery, then disconnect the positive cable. Remove the battery.
3. Remove the air cleaner assembly.
4. Remove the harness clamps (A) and the battery base (B).





5. Carefully remove the slave cylinder (A) to avoid bending the clutch line. Do not press the clutch pedal once the slave cylinder, boot (B) and clamp (C) have been removed. Remove the breather tube (D) from the clamp.





6. Disconnect the back-up light switch 2P connector (A), then remove the harness clamps (B).





7. Remove the cable bracket (A), then disconnect the shift cables (B) from the top of the transmission housing. Carefully remove both cables and the bracket together to avoid bending the cables.





8. Disconnect the vehicle speed sensor (VSS) connector (A).





9. Attach the universal eyelet (A) to the air cleaner stay (B).





10. Remove the one upper transmission mounting bolt (A) and lower starter motor mounting bolt (B).





11. Install the Fit engine hanger adapters (A) onto the A and Reds engine support hanger (B), then position the engine support hanger on the vehicle. Attach the hook (C) to the universal eyelet (D). Tighten the wingnut (E) by hand to lift and support the engine/transmission.





12. Raise the vehicle on the hoist, and make sure it is securely supported.
13. Drain the transmission fluid. Install the drain plug with a new washer.
14. Remove the splash shield.





15. Remove the driveshafts.
16. Remove the clutch cover.





17. Remove the steering gearbox mounting bolts, bracket (A) and stiffener (B).





18. Remove the power steering gearbox bracket.





19. Attach a nylon strap or rope to the body and around the steering gearbox to support it on both sides.
20. Remove the three rear transmission mount bracket bolts.





21. Support the front subframe with a jack.





22. Remove the front subframe mounting bolts (A) and the front subframe (B).





23. Remove the rear transmission mount (A) and the rear transmission mount bracket (B).





24. Remove the front transmission mount assembly.





25. Remove the air cleaner stay.





26. Lower the vehicle on the hoist.
27. Remove the transmission mount bracket (A) and ground cable (B).





28. Raise the vehicle on the hoist.
29. Support the transmission with a transmission jack.
30. Remove the lower transmission mounting bolts.





31. Pull the transmission away from the engine until the transmission mainshaft clears the clutch pressure plate.
32. Slowly lower the transmission about 150 mm (6 in.). Check once again that all hoses and electrical wiring are disconnected and free from the transmission, then lower it all the way.
33. Remove the release fork (A) from the clutch housing (B) by squeezing the release fork set spring (C) with pliers. Then remove the release bearing (D).