Acura TSX User manual

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INTRODUCTION

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2009 TSX - P/NO. 61TL200

How to Use This Manual

This manual is divided into multiple sections. The first page of each section is marked with a black tab that lines up with its corresponding thumb index tab on this page and the back cover. You can quickly find the first page of each section without looking through a full table of contents. The symbols printed at the top corner of each page can also be used as a quick reference system. Each section includes:

1. A table of contents, or an exploded view index showing:

• Parts disassembly sequence.

• Bolt torques and thread sizes.

• Page references to descriptions in text.

2. Disassembly/assembly procedures and tools.

3. Inspection.

4. Testing/troubleshooting.

5. Repair.

6. Adjustments.

Safety Messages

Your safety, and the safety of others, is very important. To help you make informed decisions, we have provided safety messages, and other safety information throughout this manual. Of course, it is not practical or possible to warn you about all the hazards associated with servicing this vehicle. You must use your own good judgment. You will find important safety information in a variety of forms including:

Safety Labels

• on the vehicle.

Safety Messages

• preceded by a safety alert symbol and one of three signal words, DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION. These signal words mean:

Instructions

• how to service this vehicle correctly and safely.

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You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don’t follow instructions. You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don’t follow instructions. You CAN be HURT if you don’t follow instructions.

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General Information

Specifications

Maintenance

*Engine Electrical

Engine Mechanical

Engine Cooling

Fuel and Emissions

*Transaxle

*Steering

Suspension (Including TPMS)

Brakes (Including VSA)

All information contained in this manual is based on the latest product information available at the time of printing. We reserve the right to make changes at anytime without notice. No part of this publication may be reproduced, or stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of the publisher. This includes text, figures, and tables.

As you read this manual, you will find information that is preceded by a symbol. The purpose of this message is to help prevent damage to your vehicle, other property, or the environment.

As sections with * include SRS components; special precautions are required when servicing.

HONDA MOTOR CO.,LTD. Service Publication Office

*Body

*Heating, Ventilation,

and Air Conditioning

*Body Electrical

*Audio, Navigation,

and Telematics

*Restraints

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General Information

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Chassis and Paint Codes . 1-2

Identification Number Locations . 1-4

Danger/Warning/Caution Label Locations . 1-5

Under-hood Emission Control Label . 1-7

Lift and Support Points . 1-8

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Towing . 1-9

Parts Marking . 1-11

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General Information

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Chassis and Paint Codes

Vehicle Identification Number

JH4 6 000001CU2 6*9C

a. Manufacturer, Make and Type of Vehicle

JH4: Honda Motor Co., Ltd.

b. Line, Body and Engine Type

CU2: Acura TSX/K24Z3

c. Body Type and Transmission Type

5: 4-door Sedan/6-speed Manual 6: 4-door Sedan/5-speed Automatic

d. Vehicle Grade (Series)

USA models 6: TSX, TECH Canada models 4:6:TSX

PREMIUM, TECH

e. Check Digit

f. Model Year

9: ’09

g. Factory Code

C: Saitama Factory in Japan

h. Serial Number

000001 : USA models 800001 : Canada models

cdef gh

Acura passenger vehicle

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Vehicle Identification Number. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Certification, and Paint Code Label.

Vehicle Identification Number, Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Certification, and Paint Code Label.

V.I.N

PAINT CODE

INTERIOR COLOR CODE

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Engine Number

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Paint Code

K24Z3 2000001-

a. Engine Type

K24Z3: 2.4 L DOHC i-VTEC Sequential Multiport

Fuel-injected engine

b. Serial Number

Transmission Number

SM5M 1000001-

a. Transmission Type

SM5M: 6-speed Manual MM7A: 5-speed Automatic

b. Serial Number

Code Color Canada models

NH-624P Premium

White Pearl

NH-731P C

NH-736M Grigio

NH-737M Polished

NH-743M Palladium

B-538M Glacier

B-553P Vortex

R-530P Basque

rystal

Black P

earl

Metallic

Metal Metallic

Silver Metallic

Blue Metallic

Blue Pearl

Red Pearl

USA

models PREMIUM

○○ ○

○○

○○ ○

○○

○○ ○

TSX

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General Information

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Identification Number Locations

Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)

Engine Number

Automatic Transmission Number

Manual Transmission Number

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Danger/Warning/Caution Label Locations

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Front Passenger’s Compartment:

SRS WARNING INFORMATION

PASSENGER AIRBAG MODULE DANGER

SRS INFORMATION

USA models

SIDE AIRBAG MODULE DANGER

SRS WARNING INFORMATION

FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG WARNING TAG (CHILD SEAT)

USA models

STEERING COLUMN NOTICE

Steering Wheel:

CABLE REEL CAUTION

MONITOR NOTICE

DRIVER AIRBAG MODULE DANGER

FRONTSEATBELT TENSIONER CAUTION

Rear Passenger’s Compartment:

ROOF-SIDE MODULE DANGER

(cont’d)

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Danger/Warning/Caution Label Locations (cont’d)

SERVICE INFORMATION

SRS WARNIG

and ENGINE COOLANT INFORMATION

TIRE INFORMATION

SIDE AIRBAG CAUTION

Locatedondriver’s and passenger’s doorjamb

AIR CONDITIONING INFORMATION

RADIATOR CAP DANGER

BATTERY DANGER

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Under-hood Emission Control Label

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Emission Group Identification Test Group and Evaporative Family

Example: Test Group:

INFORMATION

THE F ACTORY INSTALLED LONG LIFE COOLANT MUST BE REPLACED ACCORDING TO MAINTENANCE MINDER SUB CODE 5.

THEREAFTER EVERY WHEN ADDING OR REPLACING THE COOLANT, ALWAYS USE LONG LIFE ANTI F REEZE/COOLANT TYP E 2. THIS COOLANT IS PRE MIXED WITH DISTILLED WATER. IT DOE S NOT REQUIRE ANY ADDI TIONAL M IXING.

NEVER DILUTE THE COOL ANT, ORTHELIFEOFTHEENGINEMAYBE SERIOUSLY SHORTENED.

CHECK O R ADD THE COOLANT AT TH E R ESERVE TANK, NOT THE RADIATOR.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION ON THE COOLING SYSTEM, R EAD THE OWNER’S MAN UAL ORCHECKWITHYOURACURADEALER.

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YEARS WHICHEVER CO MES FIRST.OR AT 10

YEARS.5

ACURA RECOMMENDED GENUINE

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VEHICLE EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATION

CONFORMS TO REGULATIONS : 2009MY

U. S. EPA : T2B5 LDV

ARB:LEVIIULEVPC

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WU TWC, TWC, A/F SENSOR, HO2S, SFI

HONDA MOTOR CO. , LTD.

OBD : CA OBD I I OBD : CA OBD I I

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RL5 A00

FUEL : GASOLINE FUEL : GASOLINE

9HNXV02. 44B9 9HNXR0151VEA

2. 4L

HNX902.4V4B9

ab cd e

a. Model Year

9: ’09

b. Manufacturer Subcode

HNX: HONDA

c. Family Type

V: LDV

d. Displacement Group e. Sequence Characters

Evaporative Family:

HNX90151RVEA

ab cd e

a. Model Year

9: ’09

b. Manufacturer Subcode

HNX: HONDA

c. Family Type

R: Refueling

d. Canister Working Capacity Group e. Sequence Characters

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General Information

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Lift and Support Points

NOTE: If you are going to remove heavy components such as suspension or the fuel tank from the rear of the vehicle, first support the front of the vehicle with tall safety stands. When substantial weight is removed from the rear of the vehicle, the center of gravity can change, causing the vehicle to tip forward on the lift.

Vehicle Lift

1. Position the lift blocks (A) under the vehicle’s front support points (B) and rear support points (C).

Floor Jack

1. When lifting the front of the vehicle, set the parking brake. When lifting the rear of the vehicle, put the shift lever in reverse for manual transmission, or in the P position for automatic transmission.

2. Block the wheels that are not being lifted.

3. Position the floor jack under the front jacking bracket (A) or the rear jacking bracket (B). Center the jacking bracket on the jack lift platform (C), and jack up the vehicle high enough to fit the safety stands under it.

2. Raise the lift a few inches, and rock the vehicle gently to be sure it is firmly supported.

3. Raise the lift to its full height, and inspect the vehicle support points for solid contact with the lift blocks.

Safety Stands

To support the vehicle on safety stands, use the same support points (B and C) as for a vehicle lift. Always use safety stands when working on or under any vehicle that is supported only by a jack.

4. Position the safety stands under the support points, and adjust them so the vehicle is level.

5. Lower the vehicle onto the stands.

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Towing

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If the vehicle needs to be towed, call a professional towing service. Never tow the vehicle behind another vehicle with just a rope or chain. It is very dangerous.

Emergency Towing

There are three popular methods of towing a vehicle.

The operator loads the vehicle

Flat-bed Equipment

on the back of a truck.

transporting the vehicle.

To accommodate flat-bed equipment, the vehicle is equipped with front towing hooks (A), front tie down hook slots (B), rear towing hook (C), and rear tie down hook slots (D).

The towing hooks can be used with a winch to pull the vehicle onto the truck, and the tie down hook slots can be used to secure the vehicle to the truck.

Front:

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This is the best way of

Rear:

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Towing (cont’d)

Wheel Lift Equipment

pivoting arms that go under the tires (front or rear) and lifts them off the ground. The other two wheels remain on the ground.

vehicle.

Sling-type Equipment

cables with hooks on the ends. These hooks go around parts of the frame or suspension, and the cables lift that end of the vehicle off the ground. The vehicle’s suspension and body can be seriously damaged if this method of towing is attempted.

the vehicle is unacceptable.

If the vehicle cannot be transported by a flat-bed, it should be towed with the front wheels off the ground. If the vehicle is damaged, and must be towed with the front wheels on the ground, or with all four wheels on the ground, do this:

Manual Transmission

• Release the parking brake.

• Shift the transmission in neutral.

• Leave the ignition switch in ACCESSORY (I) so the steering wheel does not lock.

• Make sure all accessories are turned off to minimize battery current draw.

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The tow truck uses two

This is an acceptable way of towing the

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The tow truck uses metal

This method of towing

• Improper towing preparation will damage the transmission. Follow the above procedure exactly. If you cannot shift the transmission or start the engine (automatic transmission), the vehicle must be transported on a flat-bed.

• Trying to lift or tow the vehicle by the bumpers will cause serious damage. The bumpers are not designed to support the vehicle’s weight.

Automatic Transmission

• Release the parking brake.

• Start the engine.

• Shift to D, then to the N.

• Turn off the engine.

• Leave the ignition switch in ACCESSORY (I) so the steering wheel does not lock.

• Make sure all accessories are turned off to minimize battery current draw.

It is best to tow the vehicle no farther than 50 miles (80 km), and keep the vehicle speed below 35 mph (55 km/h).

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Parts Marking

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To deter vehicle theft, certain major components are marked with the vehicle identification number (VIN). Original parts have self-adhesive labels. Replacement body parts have generic self-adhesive labels. These labels should not be removed. The original engine or transmission VIN plates are not transferable to the replacement engine or transmission.

NOTE: Be careful not to damage the parts marking labels during body repair. Mask the labels before repairing the part.

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Specifications

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Standards and Service Limits

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Engine Electrical . 2-2 Engine Assembly . 2-2 Cylinder Head . 2-3 Engine Block . 2-4 Engine Lubrication . 2-5 Cooling System . 2-5 Fuel and Emissions . 2-6

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Clutch . 2-6 Manual Transmission and M/T Differential . 2-7 Automatic Transmission and A/T Differential . 2-9 Steering . 2-15 Suspension . 2-15 Brakes . 2-16 Air Conditioning . 2-16

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Design Specifications

Dimensions . 2-17

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Weight . 2-17 Engine . 2-17 Starter . 2-17 Clutch . 2-18 Manual Transmission . 2-18 Automatic Transmission . 2-18 Steering . 2-18 Suspension . 2-18 Tires . 2-18 Wheel Alignment . 2-18 Brakes . 2-19 Air Conditioning . 2-19 Electrical Ratings . 2-20 Body Specifications . 2-21

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Standards and Service Limits

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Engine Electrical

Item Measurement Qualification Standard or New Service Limit

Ignition coil Rated voltage 12 V

Firingorder 1342

Spark plug Type NGK: ILZKR7B-11S

Gap 1.0 1.1 mm (0.039 0.043 in.)

Ignition timing At idle

Check the mark Drive belt Tension Auto-tensioner Alternator Output At 13.5 V and

Coil (rotor) resistance At 68 °F (20 °C) 3.4 3.8

Slip ring O.D. 14.4 mm (0.57 in.) 14.0 mm (0.55 in.)

Brush length 10.5 mm (0.41 in.) 1.5 mm (0.06 in.)

Brush spring tension 3.2 N (0.33 kgf, 0.7 lbf) Starter Output 1.6 kW

Commutator mica depth 0.40 0.50 mm (0.016 0.020 in.) 0.15 mm (0.006 in.)

Commutator runout 0.02 mm (0.001 in.) max. 0.05 mm (0.002 in.)

Commutator O.D. 28.0 28.1 mm (1.10 1.11 in.) 27.5 mm (1.08 in.)

Brush length 11.1 11.5 mm (0.440 0.450 in.) 4.3 mm (0.17 in.)

Brush spring tension 9.8 12.8 mm (1.0 1.3 kgf, 2.2 2.9 lbf)

red

M/T (in neutral), A/T (in N or P)

normal engine temperature

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DENSO: SXU22HCR-11S

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82°BTDC

105 A

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Engine Assembly

Item Measurement Qualification Standard or New

Compression Pressure

Check the engine with the starter

cranking

Minimum 930 kPa (9.5 kgf/cm , 135 psi) Maximum variation

200 kPa (2.0 kgf/cm , 28 psi)

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Cylinder Head

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Item Measurement Qualification Standard or New Service Limit

Head Warpage 0.05 mm (0.002 in.)

Height 103.95 104.05 mm (4.093 4.096 in.) Camshaft End play 0.05 0.20 mm (0.002 0.008 in.) 0.4 mm (0.02 in.)

Camshaft-to-holder oil clearance No. 1 journal 0.030 0.069 mm (0.001 0.003 in.) 0.15 mm (0.006 in.)

No.2,3,4,5

journals Total runout 0.03 mm (0.001 in.) max. 0.04 mm (0.002 in.) Cam lobe height Intake, primary 33.744 mm (1.3285 in.)

Intake, mid 35.456 mm (1.3959 in.)

Intake,

secondary

Exhaust 34.291 mm (1.3500 in.)

Valve Clearance (cold) Intake 0.21 0.25 mm (0.008 0.010 in.)

Exhaust 0.25 0.29 mm (0.010 0.011 in.) Stem O.D. Intake 5.475 5.485 mm (0.2156 0.2159 in.) 5.445 mm (0.214 in.)

Exhaust 5.450 5.460 mm (0.2146 0.2150 in.) 5.42 mm (0.213 in.) Stem-to-guide clearance Intake 0.030 0.055 mm (0.0012 0.0022 in.) 0.08 mm (0.003 in.)

Exhaust 0.055 0.080 mm (0.0022 0.0031 in.) 0.11 mm (0.004 in.)

Valve seat Width Intake 1.25 1.55 mm (0.049 0.061 in.) 2.00 mm (0.079 in.)

Exhaust 1.25 1.55 mm (0.049 0.061 in.) 2.00 mm (0.079 in.) Stem installed height Intake 44.0 44.5 mm (1.73 1.75 in.) 44.7 mm (1.76 in.)

Exhaust 44.0 44.5 mm (1.73 1.75 in.) 44.7 mm (1.76 in.)

Valve spring Free length Intake NIPPON HATSUJO:

Intake CHUO HATSUJO:

Exhaust 48.42 mm (1.906 in.)

Valve guide I.D. Intake 5.515 5.530 mm (0.2171 0.2177 in.) 5.55 mm (0.219 in.)

Exhaust 5.515 5.530 mm (0.2171 0.2177 in.) 5.55 mm (0.219 in.) Installed height Intake 15.2 16.2 mm (0.598 0.638 in.)

Exhaust 15.5 16.5 mm (0.610 0.650 in.)

Rocker arm Arm-to-shaft clearance Intake 0.018 0.059 mm (0.0007 0.0023 in.) 0.08 mm (0.003 in.)

Exhaust 0.018 0.056 mm (0.0007 0.0022 in.) 0.08 mm (0.003 in.)

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0.060 0.099 mm (0.002 0.004 in.) 0.15 mm (0.006 in.)

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47.57 mm (1.8728 in.)

47.58 mm (1.8732 in.)

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Standards and Service Limits

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Engine Block

Item Measurement Qualification Standard or New Service Limit

Block Warpage of deck 0.07 mm (0.003 in.) max. 0.10 mm (0.004 in.)

Bore diameter A or I 87.010 87.020 mm (3.4256 3.4260 in.) 87.070 mm (3.4279 in.)

B or II 87.000 87.010 mm (3.4252 3.4256 in.) 87.070 mm (3.4279 in.) Bore taper 0.05 mm (0.002 in.) Reboring limit 0.25 mm (0.01 in.)

Piston Skirt O.D. at 11 mm (0.4 in.) from

bottom of skirt Clearance in cylinder 0.020 0.040 mm (0.0008 0.0016 in.) 0.05 mm (0.002 in.) Ring groove width Top 1.245 1.255 mm (0.0486 0.0494 in.) 1.265 mm (0.050 in.)

Piston ring Ring-to-groove clearance Top 0.060 0.085 mm (0.0024 0.0033 in.) 0.13 mm (0.005 in.)

Ring end gap Top 0.20 0.35 mm (0.008 0.014 in.) 0.60 mm (0.024 in.)

Piston pin O.D. 21.961 21.965 mm (0.8646 0.8648 in.) 21.953 mm (0.8643 in.)

Pin-to-piston clearance 0.005 to 0.002 mm

Connecting rod Pin-to-rod clearance 0.005 0.015 mm (0.0002 0.0006 in.) 0.02 mm (0.0008 in.)

Small-end bore diameter 21.970 21.976 mm (0.8650 0.8652 in.) Large-end bore diameter 51.0 mm (2.01 in.) End play installed on crankshaft 0.15 0.35 mm (0.006 0.014 in.) 0.40 mm (0.016 in.)

Crankshaft Main journal diameter No. 1, 2, 4, 5

Rod journal diameter 47.976 48.000 mm (1.8888 1.8898 in.) Rod/main journal taper 0.005 mm (0.0002 in.) max. 0.010 mm (0.0004 in.) Rod/main journal out-of-round 0.004 mm (0.0002 in.) max. 0.010 mm (0.0004 in.) End play 0.10 0.35 mm (0.004 0.014 in.) 0.45 mm (0.018 in.) Runout 0.03 mm (0.0012 in.) max. 0.04 mm (0.0016 in.)

Crankshaft bearing

Mainbearing-to-journaloilclearance No.1,2,4,5

Rod bearing clearance 0.032 0.066 mm (0.0013 0.0026 in.) 0.077 mm (0.0030 in.)

No letter or A 86.980 86.990 mm (3.4244 3.4248 in.) 86.930 mm (3.4224 in.)

Letter B 86.970 86.980 mm (3.4240 3.4244 in.) 86.920 mm (3.4220 in.)

Second 1.230 1.240 mm (0.0484 0.0488 in.) 1.26 mm (0.050 in.)

Oil 2.005 2.025 mm (0.0789 0.0797 in.) 2.55 mm (0.100 in.)

Second 0.040 0.065 mm (0.0016 0.0026 in.) 0.13 mm (0.005 in.)

Second 0.50 0.65 mm (0.020 0.026 in.) 0.75 mm (0.030 in.)

Oil NIPPON PISTON RING:

journals

No. 3 journal 54.976 55.000 mm (2.1644 2.1654 in.)

journals

No. 3 journal 0.025 0.049 mm (0.0010 0.0019 in.) 0.055 mm (0.0022 in.)

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0.20 0.70 mm (0.008 0.028 in.)

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RIKEN:

0.20 0.50 mm (0.008 0.020 in.)

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0.017 0.041 mm (0.0007 0.0016 in.) 0.050 mm (0.0020 in.)

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0.55 mm (0.022 in.)

0.005 mm (0.0002 in.)

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Engine Lubrication

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Item Measurement Qualification Standard or New Service Limit

Engine oil Capacity Engine overhaul 5.1 L (5.4 US qt)

Oil change including filter Oil change without filter

Oil pump Inner-to-outer rotor clearance 0.06 0.16 mm (0.002 0.006 in.) 0.19 mm (0.0075 in.)

Pump housing-to-outer rotor radial clearance Pump housing-to-rotor axial clearance Balancer shafts, journal diameter No. 1 journal, front

shaft No. 1 journal, rear shaft 23.938 23.950 mm (0.9424 0.9429 in.) 23.92 mm (0.942 in.) No. 2 journal, front and

rear shafts Balancer shafts, journal taper 0.005 mm (0.0002 in.) max. Balancer shafts, end play Front 0.063 0.108 mm (0.0025 0.0043 in.) 0.14 mm (0.006 in.)

Rear 0.063 0.108 mm (0.0025 0.0043 in.) 0.14 mm (0.006 in.) Balancer shafts, shaft-to-bearing clearance

Balancer shaft bearings, I.D. No. 1 journal, front

Relief valve, oil pressure with oil temperature at 176 °F (80 °C)

No. 1 journal, front

shaft

No. 1 journal, rear shaft 0.050 0.082 mm (0.0020 0.0032 in.) 0.10 mm (0.004 in.)

No. 2 journal, front and

rear shafts

shaft

No. 1 journal, rear shaft 24.000 24.020 mm (0.9449 0.9457 in.) 24.03 mm (0.946 in.)

No. 2 journal, front and

rear shafts

At idle 70 kPa (0.7 kgf/cm , 10 psi) min.

At 3,000 rpm 300 kPa (3.1 kgf/cm , 44 psi) min.

4.0L(4.2USqt)

3.8L(4.0USqt)

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0.15 0.21 mm (0.006 0.008 in.) 0.23 mm (0.009 in.)

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0.035 0.070 mm (0.0013 0.0028 in.) 0.12 mm (0.005 in.)

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19.938 19.950 mm (0.7850 0.7854 in.) 19.92 mm (0.784 in.)

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32.949 32.961 mm (1.2972 1.2977 in.) 32.93 mm (1.296 in.)

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0.050 0.082 mm (0.0020 0.0032 in.) 0.10 mm (0.004 in.)

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0.060 0.120 mm (0.0024 0.0047 in.) 0.15 mm (0.006 in.)

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20.000 20.020 mm (0.7874 0.7882 in.) 20.03 mm (0.789 in.)

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33.021 33.069 mm (1.3000 1.3019 in.) 33.09 mm (1.303 in.)

Cooling System

Item Measurement Qualification Standard or New

Radiator Coolant capacities (including

engine, heater, hoses, and reservoir) Use Acura Long Life Antifreeze/ Coolant Type 2 NOTE: If the vehicle is regularly driven in very low temperatures (under 31 °F ( 35 °C)), a higher

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concentration of coolant should be used (see page 10-6).

Coolant reservoir Radiator cap Opening pressure 93 123 kPa (0.95 1.25 kgf/cm , 14 18 psi) Thermostat Opening temperature Begins to open 169 176 °F (76 80 °C)

Coolant capacity 0.74 L (0.196 US gal)

Valve lift at fully open 8.0 mm (0.31 in.) min.

M/T: engine overhaul 8.3 L (2.19 US gal)

M/T: coolant change 6.2 L (1.63 US gal)

A/T: engine overhaul 8.2 L (2.16 US gal)

A/T: coolant change 6.1 L (1.61 US gal)

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Fully open 194 °F (90 °C)

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Standards and Service Limits

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Fuel and Emissions

Item Measurement Qualification Standard or New

Fuel pressure regulator Fuel tank Capacity 70.0 L (18.5 US gal) Engine idle Idle speed without load M/T (in neutral) 750 50 rpm

Pressure with regulator vacuum hose disconnected

Idle speed with high electrical load (A/C switch ON, temperature set to max cool, blower fan on High, rear window defogger ON, and headlights on high beam)

A/T (in N or P) 800 50 rpm M/T (in neutral) 750 50 rpm A/T (in N or P) 800 50 rpm

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333 382 kPa (3.4 3.9 kgf/cm , 48 55 psi)

± ± ± ±

Clutch

Item Measurement Qualification Standard or New Service Limit

Clutch pedal Height from floor 170.5 mm (6.71 in.)

Stroke 130 140 mm (5.12 5.51 in.) Flywheel Runout on clutch mating surface 0.05 mm (0.002 in.) max. 0.15 mm (0.006 in.) Clutch disc Rivet head depth 1.15 1.75 mm (0.045 0.069 in.) 0.7 mm (0.03 in.)

Thickness 7.30 7.90 mm (0.287 0.311 in.) 6.0 mm (0.24 in.) Pressure plate Warpage 0.08 mm (0.003 in.) max. 0.15 mm (0.006 in.)

Evenness of the height of the

diaphragm spring fingers

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Manual Transmission and M/T Differential

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Item Measurement Qualification Standard or New Service Limit

Manual transmission fluid Mainshaft End play 0.11 0.17 mm (0.004 0.007 in.) Adjust

Mainshaft 3rd, 4th, and 5th gear

Mainshaft 6th gear

Mainshaft 4th and 5th gear distance collar

Capacity

Use Acura MTF

Diameter of ball bearing contact area

(transmission housing side)

Diameter of 4th/5th gear distance

collar contact area

Diameter of needle bearing contact

area

Diameter of ball bearing contact area

(clutch housing side)

Diameter of bushing contact area 20.80 20.85 mm (0.819 0.821 in.) 20.75 mm (0.817 in.)

Runout 0.02 mm (0.001 in.) max. 0.05 mm (0.002 in.)

I.D. 44.009 44.025 mm (1.7326 1.7333 in.) 44.08 mm (1.735 in.)

Clearance 2nd 3rd 0.06 0.16 mm (0.002 0.006 in.) 0.25 mm (0.010 in.)

End play (distance collar side) 4th, 5th 0.06 0.16 mm (0.002 0.006 in.) 0.25 mm (0.010 in.)

Thickness 23.92 23.97 mm (0.942 0.944 in.) 23.80 mm (0.937 in.)

I.D. 41.009 41.025 mm (1.6145 1.6152 in.) 41.08 mm (1.617 in.)

End play (ball bearing side) 0.15 0.25 mm (0.006 0.010 in.) 0.34 mm (0.013 in.)

Thickness 23.83 23.88 mm (0.938 0.940 in.) 23.71 mm (0.933 in.)

I.D. 32.00 32.01 mm (1.2598 1.2602 in.) 32.02 mm (1.261 in.)

O.D. 38.989 39.000 mm (1.5350 1.5354 in.) 38.94 mm (1.533 in.)

Length A 51.95 52.05 mm (2.045 2.049 in.)

Fluid change 1.9 L (2.0 US qt) Overhaul 2.0 L (2.1 US qt)

−−

27.987 28.000 mm (1.1019 1.1024 in.) 27.93 mm (1.100 in.)

−−

31.984 32.000 mm (1.2592 1.2598 in.) 31.93 mm (1.257 in.)

−−

38.984 39.000 mm (1.5348 1.5354 in.) 38.93 mm (1.533 in.)

−−

27.977 27.990 mm (1.1015 1.1020 in.) 27.92 mm (1.099 in.)

−−

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−−

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Mainshaft 6th gear distance collar Countershaft Diameter of ball bearing contact area

Countershaft 1st and 2nd gear

Countershaft 1st and 2nd gear distance collar

I.D. 28.00 28.01 mm (1.102 1.103 in.) 28.02 mm (1.103 in.)

O.D. 34.989 35.000 mm (1.3775 1.3780 in.) 34.940 mm (1.3756 in.)

Length 24.03 24.08 mm (0.946 0.948 in.)

(transmission housing side)

Diameter of 1st gear distance collar

contact area

Diameter of needle bearing contact

area (clutch housing side)

Runout 0.02 mm (0.001 in.) max. 0.05 mm (0.002 in.)

35 mm shim-to-bearing inner race

clearance

I.D. 52.010 52.029 mm (2.0476 2.0484 in.) 52.08 mm (2.050 in.)

End play (distance collar side) 1st 0.06 0.16 mm (0.002 0.006 in.) 0.25 mm (0.010 in.)

Clearance 2nd 3rd 0.06 0.16 mm (0.002 0.006 in.) 0.25 mm (0.010 in.)

Thickness 1st 22.92 22.97 mm (0.902 0.904 in.) 22.87 mm (0.900 in.)

I.D. 39.95 39.96 mm (1.5728 1.5732 in.) 39.97 mm (1.574 in.)

O.D. 46.989 47.000 mm (1.8500 1.8504 in.) 46.94 mm (1.848 in.)

Length 1st 23.03 23.08 mm (0.907 0.909 in.)

B 24.03 24.08 mm (0.946 0.948 in.)

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2nd 27.92 27.97 mm (1.099 1.101 in.) 27.87 mm (1.097 in.)

2nd 28.03 28.08 mm (1.104 1.106 in.)

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30.020 30.033 mm (1.1819 1.1824 in.) 29.97 mm (1.180 in.)

−−

39.937 39.950 mm (1.5723 1.5728 in.) 39.883 mm (1.5702 in.)

−−

35.000 35.015 mm (1.3780 1.3785 in.) 34.95 mm (1.376 in.)

−−

0.04 0.10 mm (0.0016 0.0039 in.) Adjust

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Item Measurement Qualification Standard or New Service Limit

Reverse idler gear

Synchro ring Ring-to-gear clearance Ring pushed

Double cone synchro and triple cone synchro

Shift fork Finger thickness 7.4 7.6 mm (0.29 0.30 in.)

Reverse shift fork Shift arm I.D. 13.973 14.000 mm (0.5501 0.5512 in.)

Select lever Finger width 14.85 14.95 mm (0.585 0.589 in.) Change lever Shaft-to-select lever clearance 0.05 0.25 mm (0.002 0.010 in.) 0.50 mm (0.020 in.)

M/T differential carrier M/T differential 80 mm shim

I.D. 20.016 20.043 mm (0.7880 0.7891 in.) 20.90 mm (0.823 in.)

Gear-to-reverse idler gear shaft

clearance

against gear Outer synchro ring-to-synchro cone clearance Synchro cone-to-gear clearance Ring pushed

Outer synchro ring-to-gear clearance Ring pushed

Fork-to-synchro sleeve clearance 0.35 0.65 mm (0.014 0.026 in.) 1.0 mm (0.039 in.) Finger width 13.4 13.7 mm (0.528 0.539 in.) Fork-to-reverse idler gear clearance 0.20 0.59 mm (0.008 0.023 in.) 1.3 mm (0.051 in.)

Finger width 16.9 17.0 mm (0.665 0.669 in.) Shift arm-to-shift fork clearance 0.2 0.5 mm (0.008 0.020 in.) 0.62 mm (0.024 in.)

Groove width 15.00 15.10 mm (0.591 0.594 in.) Shaft-to-shift arm clearance 0.013 0.070 mm (0.0005 0.0028 in.) 0.1 mm (0.004 in.) Backlash (measured with final driven gear) 80 mm shim-to-bearing outer race clearance in transmission housing

Ring pushed

against gear

−−

0.036 0.084 mm (0.0014 0.0033 in.) 0.16 mm (0.006 in.)

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0.70 1.49 mm (0.028 0.059 in.) 0.4 mm (0.016 in.)

0.70 1.19 mm (0.028 0.047 in.) 0.3 mm (0.012 in.)

−−

0.50 1.04 mm (0.020 0.041 in.) 0.3 mm (0.012 in.)

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0.95 1.68 mm (0.037 0.066 in.) 0.6 mm (0.024 in.)

−−

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0.8 1.3 mm (0.031 0.051 in.)

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0 0.10 mm (0 0.0039 in.) Adjust

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Automatic transmission fluid ATF pressure Line pressure At 2,000 rpm in

Torque converter Stall speed

Clutch Clearance between clutch end-plate

Capacity Use Acura ATF-Z1

1st clutch pressure At 2,000 rpm in

2nd clutch pressure At 2,000 rpm in

3rd clutch pressure At 2,000 rpm in

4th clutch pressure At 2,000 rpm in

5th clutch pressure At 2,000 rpm in

Check with vehicle on level ground

and top disc

Clutch return spring free length 1st, 2nd, 3rd 45.1 mm (1.78 in.) 43.1 mm (1.70 in.)

Clutch disc thickness 1.94 mm (0.076 in.) Clutch plate thickness 1st, 3rd 1.6 mm (0.06 in.) When discolored

Clutch wave-plate phase difference 1st 0.15 0.20 mm (0.006 0.008 in.)

Fluid change 2.5 L (2.6 US qt)

Overhaul 6.5 L (6.9 US qt)

927 985 kPa

−

NorP

1st gear in S

2nd gear in S

3rd gear in S

4th gear in S

5th gear in S

1st 1.38 1.58 mm (0.054 0.062 in.)

2nd 1.14 1.34 mm (0.045 0.053 in.)

3rd 1.23 1.43 mm (0.048 0.056 in.)

4th, 5th 0.93 1.13 mm (0.037 0.044 in.)

4th, 5th 33.5 mm (1.32 in.) 31.5 mm (1.24 in.)

2nd, 4th, 5th 2.0 mm (0.08 in.) When discolored

2nd 5th 0.10 0.20 mm (0.004 0.008 in.)

−−−

(9.45 10.05 kgf/cm , 134 143 psi)

−−

917 995 kPa

−

(9.35 10.15 kgf/cm , 132 144 psi)

−−

917 995 kPa

−

(9.35 10.15 kgf/cm , 132 144 psi)

−−

917 995 kPa

−

(9.35 10.15 kgf/cm , 132 144 psi)

−−

917 995 kPa

−

(9.35 10.15 kgf/cm , 132 144 psi)

−−

917 995 kPa

−

(9.35 10.15 kgf/cm , 132 144 psi)

−−

2,100 rpm 1,950 2,250 rpm

− − ―――

−−

2PLCS

＜＞

0.01 0.25 mm (0.0004 0.010 in.)

−−

1PLC

＜＞

2PLCS

＜＞

0.01 0.20 mm (0.0004 0.008 in.)

−−

1PLC

＜＞

877 kPa (8.95 kgf/cm , 127 psi) 867 kPa (8.85 kgf/cm , 126 psi) 867 kPa (8.85 kgf/cm , 126 psi) 867 kPa (8.85 kgf/cm , 126 psi) 867 kPa (8.85 kgf/cm , 126 psi) 867 kPa (8.85 kgf/cm , 126 psi)

−

―――

0.13 mm (0.005 in.) 2PLCS

＜＞

0.08 mm (0.003 in.) 2PLCS

＜＞

(cont’d)

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Item Measurement Qualification Standard or New Service Limit

Clutch (cont’d) 1st clutch end-plate thickness Mark 1 2.6 mm (0.102 in.) When discolored

Mark 2 2.7 mm (0.106 in.) When discolored Mark 3 2.8 mm (0.110 in.) When discolored Mark 4 2.9 mm (0.114 in.) When discolored Mark 5 3.0 mm (0.118 in.) When discolored Mark 6 3.1 mm (0.122 in.) When discolored Mark 7 3.2 mm (0.126 in.) When discolored Mark 8 3.3 mm (0.130 in.) When discolored Mark 9 3.4 mm (0.134 in.) When discolored

2nd clutch end-plate thickness Mark 10 2.4 mm (0.094 in.) When discolored

Mark 11 2.5 mm (0.098 in.) When discolored Mark 1 2.6 mm (0.102 in.) When discolored Mark 2 2.7 mm (0.106 in.) When discolored Mark 3 2.8 mm (0.110 in.) When discolored Mark 4 2.9 mm (0.114 in.) When discolored Mark 5 3.0 mm (0.118 in.) When discolored Mark 6 3.1 mm (0.122 in.) When discolored Mark 7 3.2 mm (0.126 in.) When discolored

3rd, 4th, 5th clutch end-plate thickness Mark 1 2.1 mm (0.083 in.) When discolored

Mark 2 2.2 mm (0.087 in.) When discolored Mark 3 2.3 mm (0.091 in.) When discolored Mark 4 2.4 mm (0.095 in.) When discolored Mark 5 2.5 mm (0.098 in.) When discolored Mark 6 2.6 mm (0.102 in.) When discolored Mark 7 2.7 mm (0.106 in.) When discolored Mark 8 2.8 mm (0.110 in.) When discolored Mark 9 2.9 mm (0.114 in.) When discolored

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Mainshaft Diameter of needle bearing contact

area

I.D. of gears 5th gear 57.000 57.019 mm (2.2441 2.2448 in.)

End play of gears 5th gear 0.04 0.10 mm (0.016 0.040 in.)

41 x 68 mm thrust washer thickness No. 1 4.450 mm (0.1752 in.)

4th gear collar length 66.3 66.4 mm (2.610 2.614 in.) Length of 4th gear collar flange from end Sealing ring thickness 1.91 1.97 mm (0.075 0.078 in.) 1.86 mm (0.073 in.) Width of sealing ring groove 2.025 2.060 mm (0.0797 0.0811 in.) 2.080 mm (0.0819 in.) Clutch feed pipe O.D. 7.97 7.98 mm (0.3138 0.3142 in.) 7.95 mm (0.313 in.) Clutch feed pipe bushing I.D. 8.000 8.015 mm (0.3150 0.3156 in.) 8.030 mm (0.3161 in.)

Countershaft Diameter of needle bearing contact

area

I.D. of gears 4th gear 41.000 41.016 mm (1.6142 1.6148 in.)

End play of gears 5th gear 0.00 0.48 mm (0.000 0.019 in.)

Collar, 35 x 47 x 7.8 mm thickness 7.8 mm (0.31 in.) Collar, 37 x 41 x 54.3 mm length 54.25 54.30 mm (2.136 2.138 in.) Reverse selector hub width 25.45 25.65 mm (1.002 1.010 in.) Reverse selector hub O.D. 55.87 55.90 mm (2.200 2.201 in.)

At stator shaft 22.984 23.000 mm (0.905 0.906 in.) At 5th gear 51.975 51.991 mm (2.046 2.047 in.) At 4th gear collar 33.975 33.991 mm (1.3376 1.3382 in.)

4th gear 40.000 40.016 mm (1.5748 1.5754 in.)

4th gear 0.1 0.22 mm (0.004 0.009 in.)

No. 2 4.475 mm (0.1762 in.) No. 3 4.500 mm (0.1772 in.) No. 4 4.525 mm (0.1781 in.) No. 5 4.550 mm (0.1791 in.) No. 6 4.575 mm (0.1801 in.) No. 7 4.600 mm (0.1811 in.) No. 8 4.625 mm (0.1821 in.) No. 9 4.650 mm (0.1831 in.) No. 10 4.675 mm (0.1841 in.) No. 11 4.700 mm (0.1850 in.) No. 12 4.725 mm (0.1860 in.) No. 13 4.750 mm (0.1870 in.) No. 14 4.775 mm (0.1880 in.) No. 15 4.800 mm (0.1890 in.)

At torque converter housing At 4th gear 34.982 34.998 mm (1.3772 1.3779 in.) At reverse gear 39.979 40.000 mm (1.5740 1.5748 in.)

Reverse gear 46.000 46.016 mm (1.8110 1.8116 in.)

4th gear 0.04 0.12 mm (0.002 0.005 in.) Reverse gear 0.10 0.25 mm (0.004 0.010 in.)

−−

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19.15 19.30 mm (0.754 0.760 in.)

−−

36.005 36.015 mm (1.4175 1.4179 in.)

−−

− − ―――

−−

When worn or damaged When worn or damaged When worn or damaged When worn or damaged When worn or damaged

When worn or damaged

When worn or damaged When worn or damaged When worn or damaged When worn or damaged

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When worn or damaged

(cont’d)

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Item Measurement Qualification Standard or New Service Limit

Secondary shaft Diameter of needle bearing contact

area

I.D. of gears 1st gear 47.000 47.016 mm (1.8504 1.8510 in.)

End play of gears 1st gear 0.04 0.12 mm (0.002 0.005 in.)

37 x 58 mm thrust washer thickness No. 1 3.900 mm (0.154 in.)

40 x 51.5 mm thrust washer thickness No. 1 4.80 mm (0.189 in.)

3rd gear collar length 43.9 44.0 mm (1.728 1.732 in.) Length of 3rd gear collar flange from end Sealing ring thickness 1.91 1.97 mm (0.0752 0.0776 in.) 1.86 mm (0.0732 in.) Width of sealing ring groove 2.025 2.060 mm (0.0797 0.0811 in.) 2.080 mm (0.0819 in.) Clutch feed pipe O.D. 3rd clutch feed

Clutch feed pipe bushing O.D. 3rd clutch feed

ATF guide collar of sealing ring contact I.D.

At 1st gear 39.986 39.999 mm (1.5742 1.5748 in.) At 2nd gear 39.986 39.999 mm (1.5742 1.5748 in.) At 3rd gear collar 36.975 36.991 mm (1.4557 1.4563 in.)

2nd gear 46.000 46.016 mm (1.8110 1.8116 in.) 3rd gear 43.000 43.016 mm (1.6929 1.6935 in.)

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2nd gear 0.04 0.12 mm (0.002 0.005 in.) 3rd gear 0.10 0.22 mm (0.004 0.009 in.)

No. 2 3.925 mm (0.155 in.) No. 3 3.950 mm (0.156 in.) No. 4 3.975 mm (0.156 in.) No. 5 4.000 mm (0.157 in.) No. 6 4.025 mm (0.158 in.) No. 7 4.050 mm (0.159 in.) No. 8 4.075 mm (0.160 in.) No. 9 4.100 mm (0.161 in.) No. 10 4.125 mm (0.162 in.) No. 11 4.150 mm (0.163 in.) No. 12 4.175 mm (0.164 in.) No. 13 4.200 mm (0.165 in.) No. 14 4.225 mm (0.166 in.) No. 15 4.250 mm (0.167 in.) No. 16 4.275 mm (0.168 in.) No. 17 4.300 mm (0.169 in.) No. 18 4.325 mm (0.170 in.) No. 19 4.350 mm (0.171 in.) No. 20 4.375 mm (0.172 in.)

No. 2 4.85 mm (0.191 in.) No. 3 4.90 mm (0.193 in.) No. 4 4.95 mm (0.195 in.) No. 5 5.00 mm (0.197 in.) No. 6 5.05 mm (0.199 in.)

pipe 1st clutch feed pipe

− − ―――

5.25 5.40 mm (0.207 0.213 in.)

−−

11.47 11.48 mm (0.4516 0.4520 in.) 11.45 mm (0.4508 in.)

−−

6.97 6.98 mm (0.2744 0.2748 in.) 6.95 mm (0.2736 in.)

−−

11.500 11.518 mm (0.4528 0.4535 in.) 11.530 mm (0.4539 in.)

7.018 7.030 mm (0.2763 0.2768 in.) 7.045 mm (0.2774 in.)

−−

29.000 29.021 mm (1.1417 1.1426 in.) 29.05 mm (1.144 in.)

−−

When worn or damaged When worn or damaged When worn or damaged When worn or damaged When worn or damaged When worn or damaged

When worn or damaged When worn or damaged When worn or damaged When worn or damaged When worn or damaged When worn or damaged When worn or damaged When worn or damaged When worn or damaged When worn or damaged When worn or damaged When worn or damaged When worn or damaged When worn or damaged When worn or damaged When worn or damaged When worn or damaged When worn or damaged When worn or damaged When worn or damaged When worn or damaged When worn or damaged When worn or damaged When worn or damaged When worn or damaged When worn or damaged

When worn or damaged

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Idler gear shaft Diameter of needle bearing contact

area

Thickness of cotters 1.39 1.42 mm (0.055 0.056 in.) Reverse idler gear

ATF pump ATF pump thrust clearance 0.03 0.06 mm (0.001 0.002 in.) 0.07 mm (0.003 in.)

Stator shaft Needle bearing contact I.D. Torque converter

Reverse shift fork Park gear and pawl Servo body Shift fork shaft bore I.D. 14.000 14.010 mm (0.5512 0.5516 in.)

Regulator valve body

Reverse idler gear shaft diameter at

needle bearing contact area

I.D. 20.007 20.020 mm (0.7877 0.7882 in.)

I.D. of reverse idler gear shaft contact

area on transmission housing

I.D. of reverse idler gear shaft holder 14.800 14.824 mm (0.5827 0.5836 in.)

Clearance between ATF pump gear

and body

ATF pump driven gear I.D. 14.016 14.034 mm (0.5518 0.5525 in.)

ATF pump driven gear shaft O.D. 13.980 13.990 mm (0.5504 0.5508 in.)

Sealing ring contact area I.D. 29.000 29.021 mm (1.1417 1.1426 in.) 29.05 mm (1.144 in.)

Fork finger thickness 5.90 6.00 mm (0.232 0.236 in.) 5.40 mm (0.213 in.)

Shift fork shaft valve bore I.D. 37.000 37.039 mm (1.4567 1.4582 in.) 37.045 mm (1.4585 in.)

Sealing ring contact I.D. 29.000 29.021 mm (1.1417 1.1426 in.) 29.05 mm (1.144 in.)

End cover side 32.003 32.013 mm (1.2600 1.2604 in.)

Drive gear 0.210 0.265 mm (0.0083 0.0104 in.) Driven gear 0.070 0.125 mm (0.0028 0.0049 in.)

side ATF pump side 29.000 29.021 mm (1.1417 1.1426 in.)

−−

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−−

14.99 15.00 mm (0.590 0.591 in.)

−−

− − ―――

14.800 14.818 mm (0.5827 0.5834 in.)

−−

− − ―――

−−

27.000 27.021 mm (1.0630 1.0638 in.)

− − ―――

−−

―――

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−−

When worn or damaged

When worn or damaged When worn or damaged When worn or damaged

When worn or damaged

Item Measurement Qualification Standard or New

Wire Diameter O.D. Free Length No. of Coils

Main valve body spring (see page 14-352)

Shift valve A spring 0.8 mm

(0.031 in.)

Shift valve B spring 0.8 mm

(0.031 in.)

Shift valve C spring 0.8 mm

(0.031 in.)

Relief valve spring 1.0 mm

(0.039 in.)

Lock-up control valve spring 0.65 mm

(0.026 in.)

Cooler check valve spring 0.85 mm

(0.034 in.)

Servo control valve spring 0.7 mm

(0.028 in.)

Shift valve E spring 0.8 mm

(0.031 in.)

5.6 mm (0.220 in.)

9.6 mm (0.378 in.)

7.1 mm (0.280 in.)

6.6 mm (0.260 in.)

5.6 mm (0.220 in.)

28.1 mm (1.106 in.)

34.1 mm (1.343 in.)

23.1 mm (0.909 in.)

27.0 mm (1.063 in.)

35.7 mm (1.406 in.)

28.1 mm (1.106 in.)

15.9

10.2

12.7

11.3

17.2

15.9

(cont’d)

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Item Measurement Qualification Standard or New

Wire Diameter O.D. Free Length No. of Coils

Regulator valve body spring (see page 14-354)

Servo body spring (see page 14-355)

Stator reaction spring 4.5 mm

(0.177 in.)

Regulator valve spring A 1.85 mm

(0.073 in.)

Regulator valve spring B 1.6 mm

(0.063 in.)

Torque converter check valve spring 1.2 mm

(0.047 in.)

Lock-up shift valve spring 1.0 mm

(0.039 in.)

3rd accumulator spring 2.5 mm

(0.098 in.)

1st accumulator spring A 2.4 mm

(0.094 in.)

1st accumulator spring B 2.3 mm

(0.091 in.)

Shift valve D spring 0.8 mm

(0.031 in.)

4th accumulator spring B 2.3 mm

(0.091 in.)

4th accumulator spring A 2.4 mm

(0.094 in.)

2nd accumulator spring B 2.1 mm

(0.083 in.)

2nd accumulator spring A 2.1 mm

(0.083 in.)

5th accumulator spring 2.5 mm

(0.098 in.)

35.4 mm (1.394 in.)

14.7 mm (0.579 in.)

9.2 mm (0.362 in.)

8.6 mm (0.339 in.)

6.6 mm (0.260 in.)

14.6 mm (0.575 in.)

18.6 mm (0.732 in.)

12.2 mm (0.480 in.)

5.6 mm (0.220 in.)

12.2 mm (0.480 in.)

18.6 mm (0.732 in.)

10.8 mm (0.425 in.)

16.6 mm (0.654 in.)

14.6 mm (0.575 in.)

30.3 mm (1.193 in.)

83.0 mm (3.268 in.)

44.0 mm (1.732 in.)

33.8 mm (1.331 in.)

35.5 mm (1.398 in.)

29.4 mm (1.157 in.)

49.0 mm (1.929 in.)

31.5 mm (1.240 in.)

28.1 mm (1.106 in.)

31.5 mm (1.240 in.)

49.0 mm (1.929 in.)

34.0 mm (1.339 in.)

48.7 mm (1.917 in.)

29.9 mm (1.177 in.)

1.92

14.9

12.5

12.2

18.2

4.9

7.1

6.6

15.9

6.6

7.1

8.2

8.4

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A/T differential carrier

A/T differential pinion gear

Pinion shaft contact area I.D. 18.000 18.025 mm (0.7087 0.7096 in.)

Clearance between carrier and pinion

shaft

Driveshaft contact area I.D. 28.021 28.051 mm (1.1032 1.1044 in.)

Clearance between carrier and

driveshaft

Carrier bearing starting torque

(preload)

Final driven gear backlash 0.086 0.142 mm (0.0034 0.0056 in.) 0.2 mm (0.008 in.)

Backlash 0.05 0.15 mm (0.002 0.006 in.)

I.D. 18.042 18.066 mm (0.7103 0.7113 in.)

Clearance between pinion gear and

pinion shaft

For new bearing 2.7 3.9 N·m

For used bearing 2.5 3.6 N·m

− − ―――

−−

0.013 0.054 mm (0.0005 0.0021 in.) 0.1 mm (0.004 in.)

− − ―――

−−

0.071 0.117 mm (0.0028 0.0046 in.) 0.12 mm (0.005 in.)

−

−−

(28 40 kgf·cm, 24 35 lbf·in.)

−

−−

(25 37 kgf·cm, 22 32 lbf·in.)

−−

− − ―――

−−

0.055 0.095 mm (0.0022 0.0037 in.) 0.12 mm (0.005 in.)

Adjust

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Steering

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Item Measurement Qualification Standard or New

Steering wheel Rotational play measured at outside

edge with engine running

Initial turning load measured at

outside edge with engine running Gearbox Angle of rack guide screw loosened

from locked position

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010mm(00.39in.)

29 N (3.0 kgf, 6.6 lbf)

10 5 °

Suspension

Item Measurement Qualification Standard or New Service Limit

Wheel alignment Camber Front 0 °00 ’ 30 ’

Rear 1 °00 ’ 30 ’ Caster Front 3 °47 ’ Total toe-in Front 0 2 mm (0 0.08 in.)

Rear 22mm(0.080.08in.) Front wheel turning angle Inward 38 °58 ’ 2 °

Outward

(reference)

Wheel Runout Axial 0 0.7 mm (0 0.03 in.) 2.0 mm (0.08 in.)

Radial 0 0.7 mm (0 0.03 in.) 1.5 mm (0.06 in.)

Wheel bearing End play Front 0 0.05 mm (0 0.002 in.)

Rear 0 0.05 mm (0 0.002 in.)

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＋

10 ’

−

50 ’

±± ±±

31 °28 ’

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Standards and Service Limits

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Brakes

Item Measurement Qualification Standard or New Service Limit

Parking brake Distance traveled when lever pulled

with 196 N (20 kgf, 44 lbf) of force

Brake pedal Pedal height (carpet moved aside) M/T 164 mm (8 7/16 in.)

A/T 173 mm (8 13/16 in.) Free play 1 5 mm (1/16 3/16 in.)

Brake disc Thickness Front 27.9 28.1 mm (1.10 1.11 in.) 26.0 mm (1.02 in.)

Rear 8.9 9.1 mm (0.35 0.36 in.) 8.0 mm (0.31 in.) Runout 0.04 mm (0.0016 in.) Parallelism 0.015 mm (0.0006 in.)

Brake pad Thickness Front 10.5 11.5 mm (0.41 0.45 in.) 1.6 mm (0.06 in.)

Rear 8.3 9.0 mm (0.33 0.35 in.) 1.0 mm (0.04 in.)

Air Conditioning

Item Measurement Qualification Standard or New

Refrigerant Type HFC-134a (R-134a)

Capacity of system 450 500 g (15.9 17.7 oz)

Refrigerant oil Type SP-10 (P/N 38897-P13-A01AH)

Capacity of components Condenser 50 mL (1 2/3 fl·oz)

Evaporator 40 mL (1 1/3 fl·oz)

Each line and

hose

Reserver/Dryer 10 mL (1/3 fl·oz)

Compressor 75 80mL(21/2 25/6fl·oz)

Compressor Field coil resistance At 68 °F (20 °C) 3.15 3.45

Pulley-to-armature-plate clearance 0.35 0.65 mm (0.014 0.026 in.)

6 to 8 clicks

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−− ――― ―――

−−

10 mL (1/3 fl·oz)

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−

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Design Specifications

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Item Measurement Qualification Specification

DIMENSIONS Overall length 4,726 mm (186.1 in.)

Overall width 1,840 mm (72.4 in.) Overall height Except TSX Canada models 1,440 mm (56.7 in.)

TSX Canada models 1,439 mm (56.7 in.) Wheelbase 2,705 mm (106.5 in.) Track Front 1,580 mm (62.2 in.)

Rear 1,580 mm (62.2 in.) Seating capacity Five (5)

WEIGHT Gross Vehicle Weight Rating

(GVWR)

ENGINE Type Water cooled, 4-stroke DOHC i- VTEC gasoline engine

Cylinder arrangement Inline 4-cylinder, transverse Boreandstroke 87x99mm(3.43x3.90in.) Displacement 2,354 cm (144 cu in.) Compression ratio 10.6 Valve train Chain drive, DOHC i-VTEC 4 valves per cylinder Lubrication system Forced, wet sump, with trochoid pump Oil pump displacement At 6,000 rpm 54.3 L (57.4 US qt)/minute Water pump displacement At 6,000 rpm 82 L (87 US qt)/minute Fuel required Premium UNLEADED gasoline with 91 Pump Octane

STARTER Type Gear reduction

Normal output 1.6 kW Normal voltage 12 V Hour rating 30 seconds Rotation of direction Clockwise as viewed from drive end

A/T 2,030 kg (4,475 lbs)

M/T 1,995 kg (4,398 lbs)

Number or higher

(cont’d)

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Design Specifications

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Item Measurement Qualification Specification

CLUTCH Type Single plate dry, diaphragm spring MANUAL TRANSMISSION

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

STEERING Type Electrical power-assisted rack and pinion

SUSPENSION Type Front Independent double wishbone, with stabilizer, coil spring

TIRES Size Front and rear P225/50R17 93V

WHEEL ALIGNMENT

Type Synchronized, six-speed forward, one reverse Primary reduction Direct 1:1 Gear ratio 1st 3.266

2nd 2.040

3rd 1.428

4th 1.073

5th 0.869

6th 0.686

Reverse 3.583 Final reduction Type Single helical gear

Gear ratio 4.389 Type Electronically-controlled automatic, five-speed forward,

one reverse, three-element torque converter with lock-up

clutch Primary reduction Direct 1:1 Gear ratio 1st 2.652

2nd 1.614 3rd 1.082 4th 0.773 5th 0.566 Reverse 2.000

Final reduction Type Single helical gear

Gear ratio 4.438

Overall ratio 13.4 Turns, lock-to-lock 2.61 Steering wheel diameter 370 mm (14.6 in.)

Rear Independent multilink with stabilizer, coil spring

Shock absorber Front and rear Telescopic, hydraulic, nitrogen gas-filled

Spare T135/80D16 101M

Camber Front 0 °00 ’

Rear 1 °00 ’ Caster Front 3 °47 ’ Total toe-in Front 0 mm (0 in.)

Rear 2 mm (0.08 in.) Front wheel turning angle Inward 38 °58 ’

Outward (reference) 31 °28 ’

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Item Measurement Qualification Specification

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BRAKES Type of service brake Front Power-assisted self-adjusting ventilated disc

Rear Power-assisted self-adjusting solid disc

AIR CONDITIONING

Type of parking brake Mechanical actuating, rear wheels Pad friction surface area Front 50.6 cm (7.84 sq in.) x 2

Rear 27.3 cm (4.23 sq in.) x 2 Compressor Type Scroll

Capacity 97.9 mL (5.97 cu in.)/rev.

Maximum speed 12,000 rpm

Lubricant capacity 75 mL (2 1/2 fl·oz)

Lubricant type SP-10 Condenser Type Corrugated fin Evaporator Type Corrugated fin Blower Type Stabilized swirling flow

Motor type 216 W/12 V

Speed control Infinitely variable

Maximum capacity 505 m (17,834 cu ft)/h Temperature control Air-mix type Compressor clutch Type Dry, single plate, poly V-belt drive

Electrical power consumption

at 68 °F (20 °C) Refrigerant Type HFC-134a (R-134a)

Capacity 450 500 g (15.9 17.7 oz)

42 W maximum at 12 V

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Design Specifications

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Item Measurement Qualification Specification

ELECTRICAL RATINGS

Battery 12 V 45 Ah/20 HR (12 V 36 Ah/5 HR)

Fuse Under-hood fuse/relay box 100 A, 70 A, 60 A, 50 A, 40 A, 30 A, 20 A, 15 A, 10 A, 7.5 A

Light bulbs Headlight high beam 12 V 60 W (HB3)

Washer reservoir Capacity (USA models) 2.5 L (2.64 US qt)

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12 V 65 Ah/20 HR (12 V 52 Ah/5 HR)

Driver’s under-dash fuse/relay

box

Passenger’s under-dash fuse/

relay box

Headlight low beam 12 V 55 W (H1)

Headlight low beam (HID) 12 V 35 W (D2H)

Front turn signal/parking/side

marker lights

Fog lights 12 V 55 W

Side turn signal lights LED

Rear turn signal lights 12 V 21 W

Brake/taillights 12 V 21 W/5 W

High mount brake light 12 V 21 W

Back-up lights 12 V 21 W

Licenseplatelights 12V 5W

Ceiling light 12 V 8 W

Trunk light 12 V 5 W

Front individual map lights 12 V 8 W

Ambient light LED

Vanity mirror lights 12 V 2 W

Glove box light 12 V 3.4 W

Door courtesy lights 12 V 2 CP

Gauge lights LED

Indicator lights LED

Capacity (Canada models) 4.5 L (4.75 US qt)

20 A, 15 A, 10 A, 7.5 A

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12 V 21/5 W

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Body Specifications

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1,580 mm (62.2 in.)

1,840 mm (72.4 in.)

1,440 mm (56.7 in.) *1

1,439 mm (56.7 in.) *2

2,705 mm (106.5 in.)

4,726 mm (186.1 in.)

*1: Except TSX Canada models *2: TSX Canada models

1,580 mm (62.2 in.)

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Maintenance

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............................................................................Lubricants and Fluids . 3-2

Maintenance Minder

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General Information . 3-4 Maintenance Main Items . 3-8 Maintenance Sub Items . 3-9

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Lubricants and Fluids

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For details of the lubrication points and the type of lubricants to be applied, refer to the illustrated index and the various work procedures (such as Assembly/Reassembly, Replacement, Overhaul, Installation, etc.) contained in each section.

Application Lubricant or Fluid

A Engine Acura Motor Oil:

American Honda P/N 08798-9023A (5W-20) Honda Canada P/N CA66808 (5W-20) Look for the API certification seal on the oil container. Make sure it says ‘‘For Gasoline Engines.’’ SAE viscosity: See chart.

B Manual transmission Acura Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF):

American Honda P/N 08798-9031A Honda Canada P/N 08798-9033C Always use Acura MTF. Using motor oil can cause stiffer shifting because it does not contain the proper additives.

Automatic transmission Acura Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF-Z1):

American Honda P/N 08200-9001A Honda Canada P/N CA66704 Always use Acura ATF-Z1. Using a non-Acura ATF can affect

shift quality. C Brake system (including VSA lines) Acura DOT 3 Brake Fluid: P/N 08798-9008A D Clutch system (manual transmission)

Brake booster clevis pin

Clutch master cylinder clevis pin

(manual transmission) Release fork (manual transmission)

Battery terminals

Fuel fill door

Hood hinges and hood latch

Trunk hinges

LMShift cable ends (manual transmission)

Caliper piston boot and seal, caliper pins and boots

N Air conditioning compressor Compressor Oil: SP-10 (P/N 38897-P13-A01AH) for refrigerant

O Cooling system Acura Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2: P/N OL999-9011A

Always use Acura DOT 3 Brake Fluid. Using a non-Acura brake

fluid can cause corrosion and decrease the life of the system.

Multipurpose Grease

Honda Silicone Grease: P/N 08C30-B0234M

HFC-134a (R-134a)

Honda Extreme Cold Weather Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2:

P/N OL999-9020

API CERTIFICATION SEAL

3-2

Recommended Engine Oil

Engine oil viscosity for ambient temperature ranges

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NOTE:

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• Lubricate the following areas using the recommended lubricants and fluids.

• In corrosive areas, more frequent lubrication is necessary.

B I

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Maintenance Minder

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General Information

Maintenance Display

The maintenance minder is an important feature of the multi-information display. Based on engine and transmission operating conditions, operating conditions and accumulated engine revolutions, the Acura TSX’s onboard computer (ECM/PCM) calculates the remaining engine oil and the transmission fluid life. The system also displays the remaining engine oil life along with the code for other scheduled maintenance items needing service.

Meter:

Steering Wheel:

MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAY

SEL/RESET BUTTON

MESSAGE INDICATOR

3-4

INFO BUTTONS

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Service Information

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1. The remaining engine oil life (A) is shown as a percentage in the multi-information display. To see the current engine oil life, turn the ignition switch to ON (II) then push and release the SEL/RESET button repeatedly until the engine oil life displays.

2. When the ignition switch is ON (II) and the remaining engine oil life is 6 % to 15 %, the remaining engine oil life and other scheduled maintenance item(s) needing service are displayed. The maintenance system message ‘‘SERVICE DUE SOON’’ (A) also comes on. To cancel the message, press the INFO button. The display continues to show the remaining engine oil life (B) and the message indicator (C) until it is reset.

• Complete list of maintenance main items (D) (see page 3-8).

• Complete list of maintenance sub items (E) (see page 3-9).

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Maintenance Minder

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General Information (cont’d)

3. When the ignition switch is ON (II) and the remaining engine oil life is 1 % to 5 %, the maintenance system message ‘‘SERVICE DUE NOW’’ is displayed along with the same maintenance item code(s). If the maintenance system message display is canceled, a ‘‘SERVICE’’ message appears.

4. When the ignition switch is ON (II) and the remaining engine oil life is 0 %, the maintenance system message ‘‘SERVICE PAST DUE’’ is displayed along with the same maintenance item code(s).

5. If the indicated maintenance is not done, the ‘‘SERVICE PAST DUE’’ message shows a negative mileage, for example ‘‘10,’’ on the display. If the negative mileage is between 0 and 9, the message is displayed for only a few seconds when the ignition switch is turned to ON (II). The negative mileage (A) remains displayed after the vehicle is driven more than 10 miles (for USA models) or 10 km (for Canada models) after 0 % oil life is reached, and the display cannot be canceled. This means the indicated maintenance item(s) should have been done more than 10 miles (or 10 km) ago.

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Resetting the Maintenance Information

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Display

NOTE:

• The vehicle must be stopped to reset the display.

• If a required service is done and the display is not reset, or if the maintenance display is reset without doing the service, the system will not show the proper maintenance timing. This can lead to serious mechanical problems because there will be no accurate record of when the required maintenance is needed.

• The engine oil life and maintenance item(s) can be independently reset with the HDS.

1. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).

2. If system message(s) are displayed, press the INFO button to cancel the display.

5. Press the INFO button to select ‘‘RESET,’’ then press the SEL/RESET button. The maintenance item code(s) will disappear, and the engine oil life will reset to ‘‘100’’.

3. Push and release the SEL/RESET button repeatedly until the engine oil life indicator is displayed.

4. Press and hold the SEL/RESET button for about 10 seconds, the ‘‘OIL LIFE RESET’’ mode display appears.

NOTE:

• If you are resetting the display when the engine oillifeismorethan15%,makesureany maintenance item(s) requiring service are done before resetting the display.

• To cancel the ‘‘OIL LIFE RESET’’ mode, press the INFO button repeatedly until the ‘‘CANCEL’’ indicator is displayed, then press the SEL/RESET button.

Resetting Individual Maintenance Items

1. Connect the Honda Diagnostic System (HDS) to the data link connector (DLC) (see step 2 on page 11-3).

2. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).

3. Make sure the HDS communicates with the vehicle and the engine control module/powertrain control module (ECM/PCM). If it doesn’t communicate, troubleshoot the DLC circuit (see page 11-210).

4. Select BODY ELECTRICAL with the HDS.

5. Select ADJUSTMENT in the GAUGES MENU with the HDS.

6. Select RESET in the MAINTENANCE MINDER with the HDS.

7. Select the individual maintenance item you wish to reset.

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Maintenance Minder

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Maintenance Main Items

If the message ‘‘SERVICE DUE NOW’’ does not appear more than 12 months after the display is reset, change the engine oil every year.

NOTE:

•

Replace the brake fluid every 3 years (independent of the maintenance messages in the multi-information display).

•

Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000 km).

•

Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 only if they are noisy.

Symbol Maintenance Main Items

A Replace engine oil (see page 8-10).

Engine oil capacity without oil filter: 3.8 L (4.0 US qt).

B Replace engine oil and oil filter (see page 8-11).

Engine oil capacity with oil filter: 4.0 L (4.2 US qt).

Check front and rear brakes (see page 19-3).

Check pads and discs for wear (thickness), damage, and cracks.

• Check calipers for damage, leaks, and tightness of mounting bolts.

•

Check parking brake adjustment (see page 19-7).

Check the number of clicks (6 to 8) when the parking brake lever is pulled with 196 N (20 kgf, 44 lbf) of force.

Inspect tie-rod ends, steering gearbox, and gearbox boots (see page 17-3).

Check rack grease and steering linkage.

• Check boots for damage and leaking grease.

• Check fluid lines for damage or leaks.

•

Inspect suspension components (see page 18-3).

Check bolts for tightness.

• Check condition of ball joint boots for deterioration and damage.

•

Inspect driveshaft boots (see page 16-4).

Check boots for cracks and boot bands for tightness.

Inspect brake hoses and lines including VSA lines (see page 19-34).

Check the master cylinder and VSA modulator-control unit for damage and leakage.

Inspect all fluid levels and condition of fluids.

Engine coolant (see page 10-6).

• Manual transmission fluid (MTF) (see page 13-13).

• Automatic transmission fluid (ATF-Z1) (see page 14-254).

• Clutch fluid (see page 12-6).

• Brake fluid (see page 19-9).

• Windshield washer fluid (see page 22-286).

•

Inspect exhaust system (see page 9-7).

Check catalytic converter heat shields, exhaust pipes, and muffler for damage, leaks, and tightness.

Inspect fuel lines (see page 11-343) and connections (see page 11-345).

Check for loose connections, cracks, and deterioration; retighten loose connections and replace damaged parts.

NOTE: According to state and federal regulations, failure to do the maintenance items marked with an asterisk ( ) will not void the client’s emissions warranties. However, Acura recommends that all maintenance services be done at the recommended interval, to ensure long-term reliability.

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Maintenance Sub Items

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Number Maintenance Sub Items

1 Rotate tires, and check tire inflation and condition.

Follow the pattern shown in the Owner’s Manual.

2 Replace air cleaner element (see page 11-364).

If the vehicle is driven primarily in dusty conditions, replace every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).

Replace dust and pollen filter (see page 21-100).

If the vehicle is driven mostly in areas that have high concentrations of dust, pollen, or soot in the air,

• replace every 15,000 miles (24,000 km). Replace the filter whenever airflow from the heating and air conditioning system is less than normal.

•

Inspect drive belt (see page 4-28).

Look for cracks and damage, then check the position of the drive belt auto-tensioner indicator.

3 Replace manual transmission fluid (see page 13-13).

Capacity:1.9L(2.0USqt);useAcuraMTF.

Replace automatic transmission fluid (see page 14-255).

Capacity:2.5L(2.6USqt);useAcuraATF-Z1. Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds or trailer towing results in higher transmission temperatures. This requires transmission fluid changes more frequently than recommended by the maintenance minder. If the vehicle is regularly driven under these conditions, change the transmission fluid, at 60,000 miles (100,000 km), then every 30,000 miles (48,000 km).

4 Replace spark plugs (see page 4-19).

Use ILZKR 7B-11S (NGK) or SXU22HCR-11S (DENSO).

Inspect valve clearance (cold) (see page 6-9).

Intake: 0.21 0.25 mm (0.008 0.010 in.), Exhaust: 0.25 0.29 mm (0.010 0.011 in.).

5 Replace engine coolant (see page 10-6).

Capacity (including the reservoir) M/T: 6.2 L (1.63 US gal), A/T: 6.1 L (1.61 US gal); use Acura Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2 and add Honda Extreme Cold Weather Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2 in severe cold temperatures.

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Engine Electrical

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Engine Electrical

......................................................Special Tools . 4-2

Starting System

...

Component Location Index . 4-3 Symptom Troubleshooting

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Index . 4-4 Circuit Diagram . 4-5 Starter System Circuit

Troubleshooting . 4-6 Clutch Interlock Switch Test . 4-8 Clutch Interlock Switch

Replacement . 4-8 Starter Performance Test . 4-9 Starter Removal and

Installation . 4-10 Starter Overhaul . 4-11

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Ignition System

Component Location Index . 4-16 Ignition Timing Inspection . 4-17 Ignition Coil Removal/

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Installation . 4-18 Spark Plug Inspection . 4-19

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Charging System

Component Location Index . 4-20 Symptom Troubleshooting

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Index . 4-21 Circuit Diagram . 4-22 Charging System Indicator

Circuit Troubleshooting . 4-23 Alternator and Regulator

Circuit Troubleshooting . 4-25

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Alternator Control

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Circuit Troubleshooting . 4-26 Drive Belt Inspection . 4-28 Drive Belt Removal/

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Installation . 4-28 Drive Belt Auto-tensioner

Inspection . 4-29 Drive Belt Auto-tensioner

Removal/Installation . 4-30 Tensioner Pulley

Replacement . 4-30 Idler Pulley Base Removal/

Installation . 4-31 Idler Pulley Replacement . 4-31 Alternator Removal and

Installation . 4-32 Alternator Overhaul . 4-33

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Cruise Control

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Component Location Index . 4-38 Symptom Troubleshooting

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Index . 4-39 Circuit Diagram . 4-41 Cruise Control Input Test . 4-42 Cruise Control Combination

Switch Test/Replacement . 4-44 Clutch Pedal Position

Switch Test . 4-45 Clutch Pedal Position

Switch Replacement . 4-45

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Engine Mount Control System

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Component Location Index . 4-46

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Circuit Diagram . 4-47 Troubleshooting . 4-48

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Engine Electrical

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Special Tools

Ref. No. Tool Number Description Qty

07746-0010300 Bearing Driver Attachment, 42 x 47 mm 1 07749-0010000 Driver Handle, 15 x 135L 1

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Starting System

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Component Location Index

STARTER CUT RELAY

Test, page 22-80

DRIVER’S UNDER-DASH FUSE/RELAY BOX

CLUTCH INTERLOCK SWITCH (M/T model)

Test, page 4-8 Pedal Height Adjustment, page 12-7

STARTER

Starter System Circuit Troubleshooting, page 4-6 Performance Test, page 4-9 Removal and Installation, page 4-10 Overhaul, page 4-11

TRANSMISSION RANGE SWITCH

(A/T model)

Test, page 14-304 Replacement, page 14-306

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Starting System

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Symptom Troubleshooting Index

Symptom Diagnostic procedure Also check for

Engine does not start (does not crank)

Engine cranks, but does not start

Engine is hard to start 1.

Engine cranks slowly 1.

Check for loose battery terminals or connections.

1. Test the battery for a low state of charge (see page

2. 22-77). Check the starter (see page 4-6).

3. Check the starter cut relay (see page 22-80).

4. Check the transmission range switch (A/T model)

5. (see page 14-304). Check the clutch interlock switch (M/T model) (see page

6. 4-8). Check the ignition switch or related circuits (see page

7. 22-83). Check for PGM-FI DTCs (see page 11-3).

1. Check the fuel pressure (see page 11-342).

2. Check for a plugged or damaged fuel line (see page

3. 11-343). Check for a plugged fuel filter (see page 11-354).

4. Check the throttle body (see page 11-362).

5. Check for low engine compression (see page 6-6).

6. Check for a damaged or broken cam chain.

7. Do the engine control module (ECM)/powertrain control

8. module (PCM) reset function with the Honda Diagnostic System (HDS) to cancel the ALL INJECTORS STOP function. Check for PGM-FI DTCs (see page 11-3). Check the fuel pressure (see page 11-342).

2. Check for a plugged or damaged fuel line (see page

3. 11-343). Check for a plugged fuel filter (see page 11-354).

4. Check for loose battery terminals or connections. Test the battery for a low state of charge (see page

2. 22-77). Check the starter for binding (see page 4-11).

3. Check for excessive drag in the engine.

Poor ground at G101 (A/T model) or G302 (M/T model)

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Circuit Diagram

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BATTERY

UNDER HOOD FUSE/RELAY BOX

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No. 1 (100 A)

−

No. 3 1 (50 A)

WHT

IGNITION SWITCH

BAT

YEL

STHOTinSTART(III)

DRIVER’S UNDER DASH

FUSE/RELAY BOX

13 F33 F3

BLK/WHT

RED/GRN

STARTER CUT RELAY

CLUTCH INTERLOCK SWITCH (ON:

Pedal pressed)

−

LT GRN

BLU/WHT

C101

TRANSMISSION RANGE SWITCH (ON: P, N)

STARTER

BLK

G302

BLK

G101

(M/T model) (A/T model)

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Starting System

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Starter System Circuit Troubleshooting

Special Tools Required

Alternator, Regulator, Battery & Starter tester OTC3131 Available through the Acura Tool and Equipment Program 888-424-6857

NOTE:

• Air temperature must be within 59 100 °F (15 38 °C) during this procedure.

−

• After this inspection, you must reset the engine control module (ECM)/powertrain control module (PCM). Otherwise, the ECM/PCM will continue to stop the fuel injectors from operating.

• The battery must be in good condition and fully charged.

1. Connect the alternator, regulator, battery & starter tester (OTC3131) to the battery as shown.

NOTE: The probe is not used for battery testing.

OTC3131

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3. Connect the Honda Diagnostic System (HDS) to the data link connector (DLC) (see step 2 on page 11-3).

4. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).

5. Make sure the HDS communicates with the vehicle and the ECM/PCM. If it doesn’t communicate, troubleshoot the DLC circuit (see page 11-210).

6. Select PGM-FI, INSPECTION, then ALL INJECTORS STOP on the HDS.

7. Set the parking brake, then with the shift lever in N or P (A/T model) or the clutch pedal pressed (M/T model), turn the ignition switch to START (III).

Does the starter crank the engine normally?

The starting system is OK. Go to step 15.

YES

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Go to step 8.

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8. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).

9. Check the electrical connections at the battery, the negative battery cable to the body, the engine ground cables, and the starter for looseness and corrosion. Then try cranking the engine again.

2. Do the BATTERY TEST.

Does the display indicate GOOD or LOW CHARGE?

ThebatteryisOK.Gotostep3.

YES

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If the tester indicates BAD BATTERY, replace

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the battery, then retest. If the tester indicates CHARGE & RETEST, charge the battery, then retest.

Does the starter crank the engine normally?

Repairing the loose connection corrected the

YES

−

problem. The starting system is OK. Go to step 15.

Based on the following symptoms, take the

−

appropriate action:

• If the starter does not crank the engine at all, go to step 10.

• If the starter cranks the engine erratically or too slowly,gotostep12.

• If the starter does not disengage from the flywheel ring gear (M/T model) or torque converter ring gear (A/T model) when you release the key, replace the starter, or remove and disassemble it, and check for the following: – Starter solenoid and switch malfunction – Dirty drive gear or damaged overrunning

clutch

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10. Make sure the shift lever is in N or P (A/T model) or

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neutral (M/T model), then disconnect the starter subharness 1P connector (A) from the left engine compartment wire harness 1P connector (B). Connect a jumper wire from the battery positive terminal to the starter subharness 1P connector.

12. Connect the alternator, regulator, battery & starter tester (OTC 3131) to the battery.

OTC3131

Does the starter crank the engine?

Go to step 11.

YES

−

Check the BLK/WHT wire between the starter

−

subharness 1P connector and the starter. If the wire is OK, remove the starter, and repair or replace it as necessary.

11. Check the following items in the order listed until youfindtheopencircuit:

• The YEL wire and connectors between the driver’s under-dash fuse/relay box and the ignition switch.

• The BLK/WHT wire and connectors between the driver’s under-dash fuse/relay box and the left engine compartment wire harness 1P connector.

• The ignition switch (see page 22-83).

• The clutch interlock switch (M/T model) or the transmission range switch (A/T model) and connector.

• The starter cut relay (see page 22-80).

13. Do the STARTING TEST.

Does the display indicate cranking voltagegreater than or equal to 8.5 V and is the current draw less than or equal to 380 A?

Go to step 14.

YES

−

Replace the starter, or remove and

−

disassemble it, and check for these problems:

• Draginthestarterarmature

• Short in the armature winding

• Excessive drag in the engine

• Open circuit in starter armature commutator segments

• Excessively worn starter brushes

• Open circuit in the starter brushes

• Dirty or damaged helical splines or drive gear

• Faulty over running clutch

14. Remove the starter, and inspect its drive gear and the flywheel ring gear (M/T model) or the torque converter ring gear (A/T model) for damage. Replace any damaged parts.

15. Select ECM/PCM reset (see page 11-4) to cancel ALL INJECTORS STOP on the HDS.

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Clutch Interlock Switch Test Clutch Interlock Switch

Replacement

M/T model

1. Disconnect the clutch interlock switch connector (A).

Terminal side of male terminals

2. Check for continuity between the terminals accordingtothetable.

• If the continuity is not as specified, replace the clutch interlock switch.

• If OK, install the clutch interlock switch and adjust the pedal height (see page 12-7).

Terminal

Position

M/T model

1. Disconnect the clutch interlock switch connector (A).

2. Loosen the locknut (B), then remove the clutch interlock switch (C).

3. Install the clutch interlock switch, and adjust the pedal height (see page 12-7).

Clutch Pedal (PRESSED)

Clutch Pedal (RELEASED)

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Starter Performance Test

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1. Remove the starter (see page 4-10).

2. Make a connection for this test using the thickest (gauge) wire possible (preferably the same gauge as used on the vehicle).

NOTE: To avoid damaging the starter, never leave the battery connected for more than 10 seconds.

STARTER

3. Connect the battery as shown, and check for continuity between the B terminal and the starter body. If there is continuity, it is working properly.

4. Disconnect the battery from the body, and check for continuity between the B terminal and the starter body. If there is no continuity, it is working properly.

5. Firmly clamp the starter in a vise.

6. Connect the starter to the battery as shown, and confirm that the motor runs.

STARTER

7. If the electric current meets the specification when the battery voltage is at 11.5 V, the starter is working properly.

Specification Electric Current: 80 A or less

STARTER

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Starting System

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Starter Removal and Installation

Removal Installation

1. Do the battery terminal disconnection procedure (see page 22-78).

2. Remove the intake manifold (see page 9-3).

3. Disconnect the starter cable (A) from the B terminal, and disconnect the BLK/WHT wire (B) from the solenoid S terminal.

4. Remove the harness clamp (C).

5. Remove the two bolts (A) securing the starter, then remove the starter.

1. Install the starter, then tighten the two bolts.

10x1.25mm 44 N·m (4.5 kgf·m, 33 lbf·ft)

2. Install the harness clamp (A).

12x1.25mm 64 N·m (6.5 kgf·m, 48 lbf·ft)

8x1.25mm 9 N·m (0.9 kgf·m, 7 lbf·ft)

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3. Install the starter cable (B) to the B terminal and connect the BLK/WHT wire (C) to the solenoid S terminal. Make sure the crimped side of the ring terminal faces away from the starter when you connect it.

4. Install the intake manifold (see page 9-5).

5. Do the battery terminal reconnection procedure (see page 22-78).

6. Start the engine to make sure the starter works properly.

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Starter Overhaul

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Disassembly/Reassembly

RING GEAR HOLDER

9N·m (0.9 kgf·m, 7 lbf·ft)

PUSH NUT

CONTACT SPRING

MOVING CONTACT

SWITCH PLUNGER

GEAR PLUNGER

GEAR COVER ASSEMBLY

SWITCH SHAFT

BRUSH HOLDER ASSEMBLY

BRUSH SPRING

7.5 N·m (0.76 kgf·m, 5.5 lbf·ft)

END COVER

ARMATURE HOUSING

ARMATURE

DRIVE PLATE

PLANETARY GEARS

Apply molybdenum disulfide.

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Starting System

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Starter Overhaul (cont’d)

Armature Inspection and Test

1. Remove the starter (see page 4-10).

2. Disassemble the starter as shown in the Exploded View.

3. Inspect the armature for wear or damage from contact with the permanent magnet. If there is wear or damage, replace the armature.

4. Check the commutator (A) surface. If the surface is dirty or burnt, resurface it with an emery cloth or a lathe to the specifications in step 5, or recondition with 500 or 600 sandpaper (B).

＃＃

5. Check the commutator diameter. If the diameter is below the service limit, replace the armature.

Commutator Diameter Standard (New): 28.0 28.1 mm (1.102 1.106 in.) Service Limit: 27.5 mm (1.083 in.)

6. Measure the commutator (A) runout.

• If the commutator runout is within the service limit, check the commutator for carbon dust or brass chips between the segments.

• If the commutator runout is not within the service limit, replace the armature.

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Commutator Runout Standard (New): 0.02 mm (0.001 in.) max. Service Limit: 0.05 mm (0.002 in.)

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7. Check the mica depth (A). If the mica is too high (B),

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undercut the mica with a hacksaw blade to the proper depth. Cut away all the mica (C) between the commutator segments. The undercut should not be too shallow, too narrow, or V-shaped (D).

9. Place the armature (A) on an armature tester (B). Hold a hacksaw blade (C) on the armature core. If the blade is attracted to the core or vibrates while the core is turned, the armature is shorted. Replace the armature.

Commutator Mica Depth Standard (New): 0.40 0.50 mm (0.016 0.020 in.) Service Limit: 0.15 mm (0.006 in.)

8. Check for continuity between the segments of the commutator. If there is an open circuit between any of the segments, replace the armature.

−−

10. Use an ohmmeter to check for continuity between the commutator (A) and the armature coil core (B), and between the commutator and the armature shaft (C). If there is continuity, replace the armature.

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Starting System

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Starter Overhaul (cont’d)

Starter Brush Inspection

11. Measure the brush length. If it is shorter than the service limit, replace the brush holder assembly.

Brush Length Standard (New): 11.1 11.5 mm (0.44 0.45 in.) Service Limit: 4.3 mm (0.17 in.)

Starter Brush Holder Test

12. Check for continuity between the ( ) brushes (A) and ( ) brushes (B). If there is continuity, replace

−

the brush holder assembly.

−−

＋

Planetary Gear Inspection

13. Check the planetary gears (A) and internal ring gear (B). Replace them if they are worn or damaged.

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Overrunning Clutch Inspection Starter Reassembly

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14. While holding the drive gear (A), turn the gear shaft (B) counterclockwise. Check that the drive gear comes out to the other end. If the drive gear does not move smoothly, replace the gear cover assembly.

15. While holding the drive gear, turn the gear shaft clockwise. The gear shaft should turn freely. If the gear shaft does not turn freely, replace the gear cover assembly.

17. Install the brush into the brush holder, and set the armature (A) in the brush holder (B).

NOTE: To seat the new brushes, slip a strip of 500 or 600 sandpaper, with the grit side up, between

＃

the commutator and each brush, and smoothly turn the armature. The contact surface of the brushes will be sanded to the same contour as the commutator.

＃

16. If the starter drive gear is worn or damaged, replace the overrunning clutch assembly; the gear is not available separately. Check the condition of the flywheel ring gear (M/T model) or the torque converter ring gear (A/T model) to see if the starter drive gear teeth are damaged.

18. While squeezing a spring (C), insert it in the hole on the brush holder, and push it until it bottoms. Repeat this for the other three springs (D, E, and F).

19. Install the armature and brush holder assembly into the housing.

NOTE: Make sure the armature stays in the holder.

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Ignition System

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Component Location Index

SPARK PLUG

Inspection, page 4-19

4-16

IGNITION COIL

Ignition Timing Inspection, page 4-17 Removal/Installation, page 4-18

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Ignition Timing Inspection

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1. Connect the Honda Diagnostic System (HDS) to the data link connector (DLC) (see step 2 on page 11-3).

2. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).

3. Make sure the HDS communicates with the vehicle and the engine control module (ECM)/powertrain control module (PCM). If it doesn’t communicate, troubleshoot the DLC circuit (see page 11-210).

4. Start the engine. Hold the engine speed at 3,000 rpm with no load (in N or P (A/T model) or neutral (M/T model)) until the radiator fan comes on, then let it idle.

5. Check the idle speed (see page 11-323).

6. Jump the SCS line with the HDS.

7. Connect the timing light to the service loop (white tape).

8. Aim the light toward the pointer (A) on the cam chain case. Check the ignition timing under a no load condition (headlights, blower fan, rear window defogger, and air conditioner are turned off).

Ignition Timing: M/T model: 8 ° 2 ° BTDC (RED mark (B)) at idle in

A/T model: 8 ° 2 ° BTDC (RED mark (B)) at idle in

9. If the ignition timing differs from the specification, check the cam timing. If the cam timing is OK, update the ECM/PCM if it does not have the latest software (see page 11-233), or substitute a knowngood ECM/PCM (see page 11-7), then recheck. If the system works properly, and the ECM/PCM was substituted, replace the original ECM/PCM (see page 11-234).

neutral

NorP

10. Disconnect the HDS and the timing light.

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Ignition System

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Ignition Coil Removal/Installation

1. Remove the ignition coil cover (A), disconnect the ignition coil connectors (B), then remove the ignition coils (C).

6x1.0mm

9.8 N·m (1.0 kgf·m, 7.2 lbf·ft)

2. Install the ignition coils in the reverse order of removal.

6x1.0mm 12 N·m (1.2 kgf·m,

8.8 lbf·ft)

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Spark Plug Inspection

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1. Remove the spark plugs, and inspect the electrodes and ceramic insulator.

• Burned or worn electrodes may be caused by these conditions: – Advanced ignition timing – Loose spark plug – Plug heat range too hot – Insufficient cooling

• Fouled plugs may be caused by these conditions: – Retarded ignition timing – Oil in combustion chamber – Incorrect spark plug gap – Plug heat range too cold – Excessive idling/low speed running – Clogged air cleaner element – Deteriorated ignition coils

Worn or deformed electrodes

•Impropergap

• Oil-fouling

• Carbon deposits

• Cracked center

Damaged gasket

electrode insulator

3. Do not adjust the gap (A) of iridium tip plugs; replace the spark plug if the gap is out of specification.

Electrode Gap Standard (New): 1.0 1.1 mm (0.039 0.043 in.)

4. Replace the plug at the specified interval or when the center electrode is rounded (A). Use only the listed spark plugs.

Spark Plugs NGK: ILZKR7B-11S DENSO: SXU22HCR11S

−−

Cracked insulator

2. If the spark plug electrode is dirty or contaminated, clean the electrode with a plug cleaner.

NOTE:

• Do not use a wire brush or scrape the iridium electrode since this will damage the electrode.

• When using a sand blaster spark plug cleaner, do not clean for more than 20 seconds to avoid damaging the electrode.

5. Apply a small amount of anti-seize compound to the plug threads, and screw the plugs into the cylinder head, finger-tight. Then torque them to 18 N·m (1.8 kgf·m, 13 lbf·ft).

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Charging System

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Component Location Index

CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR (In the gauge control module)

UNDER-HOOD FUSE/RELAY BOX (Has built-in ELECTRICAL LOAD DETECTOR (ELD))

AUTO-TENSIONER

Inspection, page 4-29 Removal and Installation,

page 4-30

4-20

DRIVE BELT

Inspection, page 4-28 Removal/Installation, page 4-28

BATTERY

Test, page 22-77

ALTERNATOR

Removal and Installation, page 4-32 Overhaul, page 4-33

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Symptom Troubleshooting Index

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Symptom Diagnostic procedure Also check for

Charging system indicator does not come on with the ignition switch in ON (II) Charging system indicator stays on

Battery discharged 1.

Battery overcharged 1.2.Test the battery (see page 22-77).

Troubleshoot the charging system indicator circuit (see page 4-23).

Troubleshoot the charging system indicator circuit

1. (see page 4-23). Check the drive belt auto-tensioner (see page 4-29).

2. Check for a broken drive belt (see page 4-28).

3. Check for PGM-FI DTCs (see page 11-3).

4. Check for a poor connection at the battery terminal.

Test the battery (see page 22-77).

Troubleshoot the alternator and regulator circuit (see page 4-25). Check the drive belt auto-tensioner (see page 4-29).

4. Check for a broken drive belt (see page 4-28).

5. Check for excessive parasitic electrical current, draw

6. with the ignition switch in LOCK (0), and the key removed. The multiplex control unit may take up to 10 minutes to turn off (sleep mode) for some models.

Troubleshoot the alternator and regulator circuit (see page 4-25).

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Circuit Diagram

−

UNDER HOOD FUSE/RELAY BOX

BATTERY

No. 1 (100 A)

−

No. 3 1 (50 A)

ELD

WHT

IGNITION SWITCH

BAT

IG1

IG1 HOT in ON (II) and START (III)

BLK/RED

DRIVER’S

−

BLU

UNDER DASH

FUSE/RELAY BOX

No. 7 (15 A)

F14 P20

No. 5 (7.5 A)

A2 A3

BLK

G301

BLU/BLK

GAUGE CONTROL MODULE

CPU

DRIVER

WHT RED

ECM/PCM

A24

ELD

BLK

B432

A3 A4 CANH CANL

ALTL ALTCALTF

WHT/BLU

VOLTAGEREGULATOR

WHT/GRNWHT/RED

CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR

B45B46B47

BRN

BLK/RED

C101

BLK/YEL

IGCLFR

ALTERNATOR

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Charging System Indicator Circuit Troubleshooting

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1. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).

Does the char ging system indicator come on?

Go to step 2.

−

YES

Go to step 14.

−

2. Start the engine. Hold the engine speed at 2,000 rpm for 1 minute.

Does the char ging system indicator go off?

Charging system indicator circuit is OK. Go

−

YES

to the alternator and regulator circuit troubleshooting (see page 4-25).

Go to step 3.

−

3. Do the gauge control module self-diagnostic function procedure (see page 22-292).

Does the char ging system indicator flash?

Go to step 4.

−

YES

Replace the gauge control module (see page

−

22-313).

7. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).

8. Connect the Honda Diagnostic System (HDS) to the data link connector (DLC) (see step 2 on page 11-3).

9. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).

10. Make sure the HDS communicates with the vehicle and the engine control module (ECM)/powertrain control module (PCM). If it doesn’t communicate, troubleshoot the DLC circuit (see page 11-210).

11. Jump the SCS line with the HDS, then turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).

NOTE: This step must be done to protect the ECM/ PCMfromdamage.

12. Disconnect ECM/PCM connector B (49P).

13. Check for continuity between ECM/PCM connector terminal B46 and body ground.

ECM/PCM CONNECTOR B (49P)

4. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).

5. Disconnect the alternator 4P connector.

6. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).

NOTE: The charging system indicator may come on andthengooff.

Does the char ging system indicator go off?

Replace the alternator (see page 4-32), or

−

YES

repair the alternator (see page 4-33).

Go to step 7.

−

ALTL (WHT/BLU)

Terminal side of female terminals

Is there continuity?

Repair short in the wire between the

−

YES

alternator and the ECM/PCM.

Update the ECM/PCM if it does not have the

−

latest software (see page 11-233), or substitute a known-good ECM/PCM (see page 11-7), then recheck. If the symptom/indication goes away with a known-good ECM/PCM, replace the original ECM/ PCM (see page 11-234).

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Charging System Indicator Circuit Troubleshooting (cont’d)

14. Do the gauge control module self-diagnostic function procedure (see page 22-292).

Does the char ging system indicator flash?

Go to step 15.

−

YES

Replace the gauge control module (see page

−

22-313).

15. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).

16. Disconnect the alternator 4P connector.

17. Connect alternator 4P connector terminal No. 3 to body ground with a jumper wire.

ALTERNATOR 4P CONNECTOR

L (WHT/BLU)

JUMPER WIRE

19. Connect the HDS to the DLC (see step 2 on page 11-3).

20. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).

21. Make sure the HDS communicates with the vehicle and the ECM/PCM. If it doesn’t communicate, troubleshoot the DLC circuit (see page 11-210).

22. Jump the SCS line with the HDS, then turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).

NOTE: This step must be done to protect the ECM/ PCMfromdamage.

23. Disconnect ECM/PCM connector B (49P).

24. Check for continuity between ECM/PCM connector terminal B46 and alternator 4P connector terminal No. 3.

ECM/PCM CONNECTOR B (49P)

Terminal side of female terminals

Wire side of female terminals

18. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).

Does the char ging system indicator come on?

−

YES

Replace the alternator (see page 4-32), or

repair the alternator (see page 4-33).

−

Go to step 19.

ALTL (WHT/BLU)

L(WHT/BLU)

ALTERNATOR 4P CONNECTOR

Wire side of female terminals

Is there continuity?

−

YES

Update the ECM/PCM if it does not have the latest software (see page 11-233), or substitute a known-good ECM/PCM (see page 11-7), then recheck. If the symptom/indication goes away with a known-good ECM/PCM, replace the original ECM/ PCM (see page 11-234).

Repair open in the wire between the

−

alternator and the ECM/PCM.

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Alternator and Regulator Circuit Troubleshooting

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Special Tools Required

Alternator, Regulator, Battery & Starter tester OTC3131 Available through the Acura Tool and Equipment Program 888-424-6857

1. Make sure the battery connections are good and the battery is sufficiently charged.

2. Connect the alternator, regulator, battery & starter tester (OTC3131) to the battery as shown.

OTC3131

3. Start the engine. Hold the engine speed at 3,000 rpm with no load (in N or P (A/T model) or neutral (M/T model)) until the radiator fan comes on, then let it idle.

6. Check the alternator, regulator, battery & starter tester display.

Istheamperage87.5Aormore?

The charging system is OK.

−

YES

NOTE: If the charging system indicator is still on, replace the alternator (see page 4-32).

Replace the alternator (see page 4-32) or

−

repair the alternator (see page 4-33).

4. Do the charging system test.

5. Raise the engine speed to 2,000 rpm, and hold it there.

Is the voltage within13.5 15.1 V?

Go to step 6.

−

YES

Based on the following symptoms, take the

−

appropriate action:

• If the voltage less than 13.5 V, go to alternator control circuit troubleshooting (see page 4-26).

• If the voltage over 15.1 V, go to replace the alternator (see page 4-32) or rear housing assembly (see page 4-33).

−

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Alternator Control Circuit Troubleshooting

1. Connect the Honda Diagnostic System (HDS) to the data link connector (DLC) (see step 2 on page 11-3).

2. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).

3. Make sure the HDS communicates with the vehicle and the engine control module (ECM)/powertrain control module (PCM). If it doesn’t communicate, troubleshoot the DLC circuit (see page 11-210).

4. Check for DTCs (see page 11-3). If a DTC is present, diagnose and repair the cause before continuing with this test.

5. Disconnect the alternator 4P connector from the alternator.

6. Start the engine, and turn on the headlights to high beam.

7. Measure the voltage between alternator 4P connector terminal No. 2 and the positive terminal of the battery.

BATTERY

10. Check for continuity between ECM/PCM connector terminal B45 and body ground.

ECM/PCM CONNECTOR B (49P)

ALTC (WHT/GRN)

Terminal side of female terminals

Is there continuity?

Repair short in the wire between the

−

YES

alternator and the ECM/PCM.

Update the ECM/PCM if it does not have the

−

C (WHT/GRN)

ALTERNATOR 4P CONNECTOR

Wire side of female terminals

Is there 1 V or less?

Go to step 11.

−

YES

Go to step 8.

−

8. Jump the SCS line with the HDS, then turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).

NOTE: This step must be done to protect the ECM/ PCM from damage.

9. Disconnect ECM/PCM connector B (49P).

11. Jump the SCS line with the HDS, then turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).

NOTE: This step must be done to protect the ECM/ PCMfromdamage.

12. Disconnect ECM/PCM connector B (49P).

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13. Check for continuity between ECM/PCM connector

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terminal B45 and alternator 4P connector terminal No. 2.

ECM/PCM CONNECTOR B (49P)

Terminal side of female terminals

ALTC (WHT/GRN)

C (WHT/GRN)

ALTERNATOR 4P CONNECTOR

Wire side of female terminals

Is there continuity?

−

YES

Replace the alternator (see page 4-32), or

repair the alternator (see page 4-33).

Repair open in the wire between the

−

alternator and the ECM/PCM.

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Charging System

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Drive Belt Inspection Drive Belt Removal/Installation

1. Inspect the belt for cracks or damage. If the belt is cracked or damaged, replace it (see page 4-28).

2. Check the position of the auto-tensioner indicator’s pointer (A) is within the standard range (B) as shown. If it is out of the standard range, replace the drive belt (see page 4-28).

Special Tools Required

Belt tension release tool Snap-on YA9317 or equivalent, commercially available

1. Move the tensioner (A) with the belt tension release tool (B) in the direction shown to relieve tension from the drive belt (C), then remove the drive belt.

B YA9317

2. Install the new belt in the reverse order of removal.

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Drive Belt Auto-tensioner Inspection

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Special Tools Required

Belt tension release tool Snap-on YA9317 or equivalent, commercially available

1. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II), and make sure to turn the A/C switch off. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).

2. Check the position of the auto-tensioner indicator’s pointer (A). Start the engine then check the position again with the engine idling. If the position of the indicator moves or fluctuates very much, replace the auto-tensioner (see page 4-30).

6. Remove the auto-tensioner (see page 4-30).

7. Clamp the auto-tensioner (A) by using two 8 mm bolts (B) and a vise (C) as shown. Do not clamp the auto-tensioner itself.

30 °

3. Check for abnormal noise from the tensioner pulley. If you hear abnormal noise, replace the tensioner pulley(seepage4-30).

4. Remove the drive belt (see page 4-28).

5. Move the auto-tensioner within its limit with the belt tension release tool in the direction shown. Check that the tensioner moves smoothly and without any abnormal noise. If the tensioner does not move smoothly, or if you hear abnormal noise, replace the auto-tensioner (see page 4-30).

YA9317

8. Set the torque wrench (D) on the pulley bolt, and align it as shown.

9. Align the indicator (E) on the tensioner base with Max. belt position mark (F) on the tensioner arm by using the torque wrench, and measure the torque. If the torque value is out of specification, replace the auto-tensioner (see page 4-30).

NOTE: If the indicator exceeds the Max. belt position mark, recheck the torque.

Auto-tensioner Spring Torque:

−− −

33.1 40.5 N·m (3.38 4.13 kgf·m, 24.4 29.9 lbf·ft)

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Charging System

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Drive Belt Auto-tensioner Removal/ Installation

1. Remove the drive belt (see page 4-28).

2. Remove the idler pulley base (see page 4-31).

3. Remove the auto-tensioner.

8x1.25mm 22 N·m (2.2 kgf·m, 16 lbf·ft)

4. Install the auto-tensioner in the reverse order of removal.

Tensioner Pulley Replacement

1. Remove the drive belt (see page 4-28).

2. Remove the idler pulley base (see page 4-31).

3. Remove the tensioner pulley.

10x1.25mm 56 N·m (5.7 kgf·m, 41 lbf·ft)

4. Install the tensioner pulley in the reverse order of removal.

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Idler Pulley Base Removal/

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Installation

Idler Pulley Replacement

1. Remove the drive belt (see page 4-28).

2. Remove the idler pulley base.

10x1.25mm 44 N·m (4.5 kgf·m, 33 lbf·ft)

3. Install the idler pulley base in the reverse order of removal.

2. Remove the idler pulley.

10x1.25mm 44 N·m (4.5 kgf·m, 33 lbf·ft)

3. Install the idler pulley in the reverse order of removal.

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Charging System

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Alternator Removal and Installation

Removal Installation

1. Do the battery terminal disconnection procedure (see page 22-78).

2. Remove the drive belt (see page 4-28).

3. Remove the two bolts securing the alternator.

4. Disconnect the alternator connector (A), BLK wire (B), and harness clamp (C) from the alternator, then remove the alternator.

1. Connector the alternator connector (A), BLK wire (B), and harness clamp (C) to the alternator. Make sure the crimped it side of the ring terminal faces away from the alternator when you connect it.

6x1.0mm

2. Tighten the two bolts securing the alternator.

8x1.25mm 22 N·m (2.2 kgf·m, 16 lbf·ft)

8N·m (0.8 kgf·m, 6 lbf·ft)

10x1.25mm

44 N·m (4.5 kgf·m, 33 lbf·ft)

3. Install the drive belt (see page 4-28).

4. Do the battery terminal reconnection procedure (see page 22-78).

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Alternator Overhaul

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Exploded View

2.3 N·m (0.23 kgf·m, 1.7 lbf·ft)

FRONT BEARING RETAINER

FRONT BEARING

DRIVE END HOUSING

PULLEY

BRUSH HOLDER ASSEMBLY

1.8 N·m (0.18 kgf·m, 1.3 lbf·ft)

5.9 N·m (0.61 kgf·m, 4.4 lbf·ft)

8N·m (0.8 kgf·m, 6lbf·ft)

TERMINAL INSULATOR

6.2 N·m (0.63 kgf·m, 4.6 lbf·ft)

REAR HOUSING ASSEMBLY

WASHER

PULLEY LOCKNUT 110 N·m (11.2 kgf·m,

81.0 lbf·ft)

ROTOR

4.5 N·m (0.46 kgf·m, 3.3 lbf·ft)

END COVER

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Charging System

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Alternator Overhaul (cont’d)

Special Tools Required

• Driver handle, 15 x 135L 07749-0010000

• Bearing driver attachment, 42 x 47 mm 07746-0010300

NOTE: Refer to the Exploded View as needed during this procedure.

1. Test the alternator and regulator before you remove them (see page 4-25).

2. Remove the alternator (see page 4-32).

3. If the front bearing needs replacing, remove the pulley locknut with a 10 mm wrench (A) and a 22 mm wrench (B). If necessary, use an impact wrench.

5. Remove the end cover.

6. Remove the brush holder.

4. Remove the harness stay and the three flange nuts from the alternator.

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7. Remove the four bolts, then remove the rear

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housing assembly (A), and washer (B).

8. If you are not replacing the front bearing, go to step 13. Remove the rotor from the drive end housing.

9. Inspect the rotor shaft for scoring, and inspect the bearing journal surface in the drive end housing for seizure marks.

• If the rotor is damaged, replace the rotor assembly.

• If the rotor is OK, go to step 10.

10. Remove the front bearing retainer.

11. Drive out the front bearing with a brass drift and hammer.

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Charging System

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Alternator Overhaul (cont’d)

12. Install a new front bearing in the driver-end housing with a hammer, the handle driver, and the attachment.

07749-0010000

07746-0010300

Alternator Brush Inspection

13. Measure the length of both brushes (A) with a vernier caliper (B).

• If either brush is shorter than the service limit, replace the brush holder assembly.

• If brush length is OK, go to step 14.

Rotor Slip Ring Test

14. Check for continuity between the slip rings (A).

• If there is continuity, go to step 15.

• If there is no continuity, replace the rotor assembly.

15. Check for continuity between each slip ring and the rotor (B) and the rotor shaft (C).

• If there is no continuity, replace the rear housing assembly, and go to step 16.

• If there is continuity, replace the rotor assembly.

Alternator Brush Length Standard (New): 10.5 mm (0.41 in.) Service Limit: 1.5 mm (0.06 in.)

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Alternator Reassembly

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16. If you removed the pulley, put the rotor in the drive end housing, then tighten its locknut to 110 N·m (11.2 kgf·m, 81.0 lbf·ft).

17. Remove any grease or oil from the slip rings.

18. Put the rear housing assembly and drive end housing/rotor assembly together, and tighten the four through bolts.

19. Push the brushes (A) in, then insert a pin or drill bit (B) (about 1.6 mm (0.06 in.) diameter) to hold them there.

20. Install the brush holder, and pull out the pin or drill bit.

21. Install the end cover.

22. After assembling the alternator, turn the pulley by hand to make sure the rotor turns smoothly and without noise.

23. Install the alternator (see page 4-32) and drive belt (see page 4-28).

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Cruise Control

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Component Location Index

CRUISE MAIN INDICATOR (Built into gauge control module)

CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR (Built into gauge control module)

CRUISE CONTROL COMBINATION SWITCH

Test/Replacement, page 4-44

CLUTCH PEDAL POSITION SWITCH (M/T model)

Test, page 4-45 Pedal Height Adjustment, page 12-7

POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM)

Cruise Control Input Test, page 4-42

BRAKE PEDAL POSITION SWITCH

Test, page 22-210 Pedal Height Adjustment, page 19-6

TRANSMISSION RANGE SWITCH (A/T model)ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECM)/

Test, page 14-304 Replacement, page 14-306

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Symptom Troubleshooting Index

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Symptom Diagnostic procedure Also check for

Cruise control cannot be set

Cruise control can be set, butthecruisemain indicator does not come on

Cruise control can be set, but the cruise control indicator does not come on

Vehicle does not accelerate accordingly when the resume/accel switch is pressed

Set speed does not cancel when the brake pedal is pressed

Set speed does not cancel (engine rpm stays high) when the clutch pedal is pressed (M/T model) Set speed does not cancel when the cruise control main switch is pressed

Set speed does not cancel when the cancel switch is pressed

Check for PGM-FI DTCs (see page 11-3).

Check the No. 10 (10 A) fuse in the under-hood fuse/ relay box, and the No. 7 (15 A) fuse in the driver’s under-dash fuse/relay box. Do the cruise control combination switch test (see page

3. 4-44). Do the cruise control input test (see page 4-42).

Check for PGM-FI DTCs (see page 11-3).

Do the gauge control module self-diagnostic function procedure (see page 22-292). Do the cruise control input test (see page 4-42).

3. Test the cruise control main switch signal input. Check for PGM-FI DTCs (see page 11-3).

1. Do the gauge control module self-diagnostic function

2. (see page 22-292). Do the cruise control input test (see page 4-42).

3. Test the cruise control indicator signal input. Check for PGM-FI DTCs (see page 11-3).

1. Do the cruise control combination switch test (see page

2. 4-44). Do the cruise control input test (see page 4-42).

3. Test the cruise control resume/accel switch signal input.

Check for PGM-FI DTCs (see page 11-3).

Do the brake pedal position switch test (see page 19-6).

Do the cruise control input test (see page 4-42). Test the brake pedal position switch signal input.

Check for PGM-FI DTCs (see page 11-3).

Do the clutch pedal position switch test (see page 4-45).

Do the cruise control input test (see page 4-42). Test the clutch pedal position switch signal input.

Check for PGM-FI DTCs (see page 11-3).

1. Do the cruise control combination switch test (see page

2. 4-44). Do the cruise control input test (see page 4-42).

3. Test the cruise control main switch signal input. Check for PGM-FI DTCs (see page 11-3).

1. Do the cruise control combination switch test (see page

2. 4-44). Do the cruise control input test (see page 4-42).

3. Test the cruise control cancel switch signal input.

Poor ground G101 (A/T model) or G302 (M/T model)

Faulty gauge control module

Open circuit, loose or disconnected terminals: LT BLU, GRY wire

Short to power on

• the ORN wire Faulty brake pedal

• position switch

Short to ground in the BRN wire

Short to power on the LT GRN, YEL wire

Open circuit, loose or disconnected terminals: GRY, LT GRN or LT BLU, GRY wire

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Cruise Control

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Symptom Troubleshooting Index (cont’d)

Symptom Diagnostic procedure Also check for

Set speed does not resume when the resume/accel switch is pressed (with the cruise control main switch turned on, and set speed temporarily canceled by pressing the brake pedal) Set speed does not resume when the resume/accel switch is pressed (with the cruise control main switch turned on, and set speed temporarily canceled by pressing the clutch pedal) (M/T model) With the ignition switch in ON (II), and the lighting switch turned on, the cruise control combination switch illumination does not come on

Check for PGM-FI DTCs (see page 11-3).

Check the brake pedal position switch adjustment (see page 19-6).

Do the cruise control combination switch test (see page 4-44). Do the cruise control input test (see page 4-42).

4. Test the cruise control resume/accel switch signal input. Test the brake pedal position switch signal input. Check for PGM-FI DTCs (see page 11-3).

1. Check the clutch pedal position switch adjustment

2. (see page 12-7). Do the cruise control combination switch test (see page

3. 4-44). Do the cruise control input test (see page 4-42).

4. Test the resume/accel switch signal input. Test the clutch pedal position switch signal input.

Do the cruise control combination switch test (see page 4-44).

Faulty brake pedal

• position switch Open circuit, loose or

• disconnected terminals: LT BLU, GRY wire

Open circuit, loose or

• disconnected terminals: LT BLU, GRY wire Faulty clutch pedal

• position switch

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Circuit Diagram

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−

UNDER HOOD FUSE/RELAY BOX

HORN RELAY

−

PGM FI MAIN RELAY 1

BLU

WHTC1YEL/GRN

No. 10 (10 A)

BATTERY

No. 1(100A)

No. 12 (15 A)

RED/BLU

A42 A41

ECM/PCM

BKSW BKSWNC MRLY IGP1 ETCSRLY IG1ETCS CANH CANL

No. 18 (15 A)

No. 17 (15 A)

−

No. 3 1 (50 A)

BAT

IGNITION

IG1

SWITCH

IG1 HOT in

ON (II) and START (III)

No. 7 (15 A)

F14

DRIVER’S

−

UNDER DASH FUSE/REL AY BOX

BLK/RED BRN

BRAKE PEDAL POSITION SWITCH

ORNLT GRN RED/BLK YEL/BLK

A7 A9

ETCS CONTROL RELAY

CRUISE CONTROL COMBINATION SWITCH

C101

DRIVER’S

−

UNDER DASH FUSE/RELAY BOX

GRY

BLU/RED

STEERING

WHEEL

WHEEL UPSHIF T

DOWNSHIFT

＋−

SWITCH ( )

CRUISE CONTROL MAIN

BLK GRY LT BLU RED

LT GRN

CABLE REEL

YEL

30 1 4 13 2

G501

22 21

REDWHT

A3 A4

Q12F23

HORN

ORN GRY

110

HORN SWITCH

11 3

ORN

ORNBLKBLKBLK

41011

CAN

SET/

CEL

DECEL

CPU

DRIVER

CRUISE MAIN INDICATOR

CRUISE CONTROLINDICATOR

−

RESUME/ ACCEL

GRYLT GRN

DIMMINGCIRCUIT

GAUGE CONTROLMODULE

No. 6 (7.5A) FUSE (PASSENGER’S UNDER DASH FUSE/R ELAY BOX)

GRN/RED

4981012

94532

RED

−

LIGHTS

RED

CABLE REEL

761258

AUDIO REMOTE SWITCH

No. 5 (7.5A) FUSE (DRIVER’S UNDER DASH FUSE/RELAY BOX)

BRN

GRN/RED

−

5612

NC ATPFWD ETCSM ECTSM VCC3 TPSA TPSB SG3CRMTCLS

BLK/WHT

OUTPUT SHAFT (COUNTERSHAFT) SPEED SENSOR

B29B38

BLU/YEL

TRANSMISSION RANGE SWITCH

BRN

BLK

G302

A43

CLUTCH PEDAL POSITION SWITCH (ON : Pedal released)

(M/T mo del)(A/T model)

12 V

＋−

C4 C43

BLU/RED

6 45213

THROTTLE ACTUATOR

GRN/YEL

C12

C20

C21

BLU

RED/BLU

RED/BLK

TP SENSORA/B

THROTTLE BOD Y

GRN

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Cruise Control

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Cruise Control Input Test

NOTE: Always make sure that you have latest HDS software.

1. Connect the Honda Diagnostic System (HDS) to the data link connector (DLC) (see step 2 on page 11-3).

2. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).

3. Make sure the HDS communicates with the vehicle and the engine control module (ECM)/powertrain control module (PCM). If it doesn’t communicate, troubleshoot the DLC circuit (see page 11-210).

4. Go to PGM-FI, and check for DTCs (see page 11-3).

5. Do the following tests while monitoring parameters in the PGM-FI DATA LIST with the HDS.

NOTE: Intermittent failures are often caused by loose circuit connections. While monitoring cruise control inputs, flex the circuits, and note if any of the test results change.

Signal to be tested Parameter: Desired result

Brake pedal position switch signal

Clutch pedal position switch signal (M/T model)

Transmission range switch signal (A/T model)

Cruise control main switch signal

Set switch signal

Test condition Possible cause if result is not obtained

Brake pedal pressed, then released

Clutch pedal pressed, then released

Shift lever in D and S SHIFT/CLUTCH SW

Cruise control main switch ON and OFF

Set/decel switch pressed and released

CRUISE BRAKE SW should indicate OFF when the brake pedal is pressed and ON when the brake pedal is released.

SHIFT/CLUTCH SW should indicate ON when the clutch pedal is pressed and OFF when the clutch pedal is released.

should indicate ON in P, R, and N and OFF in D and S.

CRUISE CONTROL MAIN SW should indicate ON when the cruise control main switch is turned ON and OFF when the cruise control main switch is turned OFF. CRUISE CONTROL SET SW should indicate ON when the set/decel switch is pressed and OFF when the set/decel switch is released.

Faulty brake pedal position switch

• Blown No. 7 (15 A) fuse in the driver’s

• under-dash fuse/relay box An open in the wire between the ECM/

• PCM and the brake pedal position switch A wire shorted to ground between the

• ECM/PCM and the brake pedal position switch Faulty clutch pedal position switch

• An open in the wire between the ECM

• and the clutch pedal position switch A wire shorted to ground between the

• ECM and the brake pedal position switch Poor ground G302

• Faulty transmission range switch

• An open in the wire between the PCM

• and the transmission range switch A wire shorted to ground between the

• PCM and the transmission range switch Poor ground G101

• Faulty cruise control main switch

• An open in the wire between the gauge

• control module and the cruise control main switch A wire shorted to ground between the

• gauge control module and the cruise control main switch

Faulty cruise control combination switch

• An open in the wire between the gauge

• control module and the cruise control combination switch A wire shorted to ground between the

• gauge control module and the cruise control combination switch

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Signal to be tested Parameter: Desired result

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Resume switch signal

Cancel switch signal

Cruise control indicator signal

Test condition Possible cause if result is not obtained

Resume/accel switch pressed and released

Cancel switch pressed and released

Start the engine, turn thecruisecontrol main switch on, and drive the vehicle above 25 mph (40 km/h). Set and cancel the cruise control.

CRUISE CONTROL RESUME SW should indicate ON when the resume/accel switch is pressed and OFF when the resume/accel switch is released. CRUISE CONTROL CANCEL SW should indicate ON when the cancel switch is pressed and OFF when the cancel switch is released. CRUISE INDICATOR should indicate ON when the cruise control is set and OFF when thecruisecontrolis canceled.

•

Faulty cruise control combination switch

•

An open in the wire between the gauge control module and the cruise control combination switch A wire shorted to ground between the

• gauge control module and the cruise control combination switch Faulty cruise control combination switch

• An open in the wire between the gauge

• control module and the cruise control combination switch A wire shorted to ground between the

• gauge control module and the cruise control combination switch

Faulty gauge control module

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Cruise Control

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Cruise Control Combination Switch Test/Replacement

SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations (see page 24-12) and the precautions and procedures (see page 24-14) before doing repairs or service.

1. Remove the driver’s airbag (see page 24-150).

2. Remove the steering trim (see page 17-7).

3. Remove the cruise control combination switch.

4. Check for continuity between the terminals in each switch position according to the table.

• If there is continuity, and it matches the table, but switch failure occurred on the cruise control input test, check and repair the wire harness on the switch circuit.

• If there is no continuity in one or more positions, replace the switch.

Terminal

Position

Cruise control main switch (ON)

Cruise control main switch (OFF)

Set/decel (PRESSED)

Resume/accel (PRESSED)

Cancel (PRESSED)

Terminal side of male terminals

5. Check for continuity between the terminals accordingtothetable.

• If there is continuity, and it matches the table, check and repair the wire harness on the switch circuit.

• If there is no continuity in one or more positions, replace the switch.

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Clutch Pedal Position Switch Test Clutch Pedal Position Switch

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Replacement

M/T model

1. Disconnect the clutch pedal position switch connector.

Terminal side of male terminals

2. Check for continuity between the terminals accordingtothetable.

• If the continuity is not as specified, replace the clutch pedal position switch.

• If OK, install the clutch pedal position switch and adjust the pedal height (see page 12-7).

M/T model

1. Disconnect the clutch pedal position switch connector (A).

2. Loosen the locknut (B), then remove the clutch pedal position switch (C).

3. Install the clutch pedal position switch, and adjust the pedal height (see page 12-7).

Position

Clutch Pedal (PRESSED)

Clutch Pedal (RELEASED)

Terminal

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Engine Mount Control System

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Component Location Index

ENGINE MOUNT CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE

Troubleshooting, page 4-48

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FRONT ENGINE MOUNT

Replacement, page 5-22

ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECM)/ POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM)

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Circuit Diagram

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BATTERY

UNDER HOOD FUSE/RELAY BOX

−

No. 3 1 (50 A)No. 1 (100 A)

−

WHT

BAT

IG1

BLU

BLK/RED

BLK/YEL

BLU/YEL

F14

IGNITION SWITCH

IG1 HOT in ON (II) and START (III)

DRIVER’S

No. 7

UNDER DASH

(15 A)

FUSE/RELAY BOX

C101

ENGINE MOUNT CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE

−

ECM/PCM C40

MCS

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Engine Mount Control System

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Troubleshooting

Special Tools Required

Vacuum pump/gauge, 0 30 in.Hg Snap-on YA4000A or equivalent, commercially available

NOTE: Check the vacuum hoses and lines for damage and proper connections before troubleshooting.

Follow this procedure if the engine vibrates excessively when idling.

1. Connect the Honda Diagnostic System (HDS) to the data link connector (DLC) (see step 2 on page 11-3).

2. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).

3. Make sure the HDS communicates with the vehicle and the engine control module (ECM)/powertrain control module (PCM). If it doesn’t communicate, troubleshoot the DLC circuit (see page 11-210).

4. Check the idle speed (see page 11-323).

5. Raise the engine speed from idling to 2,000 rpm.

6. Check the MOUNT CTRL SOL in the PGM-FI DATA LIST with the Honda Diagnostic System (HDS).

Is ON indicated at idling and OFF indicated at 2,000 rpm?

−

10. Measure the voltage between engine mount control solenoid valve 2P connector terminal No. 2 and body ground.

ENGINE MOUNT CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE 2P CONNECTOR

IG1 (BLK/YEL)

Wire side of female terminals

Is there battery voltage?

Go to step 11.

YES

−

Repair open in the wire between engine

−

mount control solenoid valve 2P connector terminal No. 2 and No. 7 (15 A) fuse in the driver’s under-dash fuse/relay box.

11. Start the engine, and let it idle.

Go to step 7.

YES

−

Update the ECM/PCM if it does not have the

−

latest software (see page 11-233), or substitute a known-good ECM/PCM (see page 11-7), then recheck. If the engine mount control system works properly, and the ECM/PCM was updated, the troubleshooting is complete. If the ECM/PCM was substituted, replace the original ECM/PCM (see page 11-234).

7. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).

8. Disconnect the engine mount control solenoid valve 2P connector from the engine mount control solenoid valve.

9. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).

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12. Measure the voltage between engine mount

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control solenoid valve 2P connector terminals No. 1 and No. 2 with the engine at idle.

ENGINE MOUNT CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE 2P CONNECTOR

13. Raise the engine speed above 1,000 rpm.

14. Measure the voltage between engine mount control solenoid valve 2P connector terminals No. 1 and No. 2.

ENGINE MOUNT CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE 2P CONNECTOR

MCS (BLU/YEL)

Wire side of female terminals

IG1 (BLK/YEL)

MCS (BLU/YEL)

Wire side of female terminals

IG1 (BLK/YEL)

Is there battery voltage?

YES

−

Go to step 13.

NO YES

−−

Repair open in the wire between ECM/PCM (C40) and the engine mount control solenoid valve 2P connector. If the wire is OK, update the ECM/ PCM if it does not have the latest software (see page 11-233), or substitute a known-good ECM/PCM (see page 11-7), and recheck. If the engine mount control system works properly, and the ECM/PCM was updated, the troubleshooting is complete. If the ECM/PCM was substituted, replace the original ECM/PCM (see page 11-234).

Is there battery voltage?

Repair short to body ground in the wire between ECM/PCM (C40) and the engine mount control solenoid valve. If the wire is OK, update the ECM/PCM if it does not have the latest software (see page 11-233), or substitute a known-good ECM/PCM (see page 11-7), and recheck. If the engine mount control system works properly, and the ECM/PCM was updated, the troubleshooting is complete. If the ECM/PCM was substituted, replace the original ECM/PCM (see page 11-234).

Go to step 15.

−

15. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).

(cont’d)

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Troubleshooting (cont’d)

16. Disconnect the upper vacuum hose (A) from the engine mount control solenoid valve (B), and connect a vacuum pump/gauge, 0 30 in.Hg, to the hose. Apply about 20 in.Hg of vacuum, and wait 20 seconds.

Does the engine mount hold vacuum?

YES

Go to step 17.

−

Either the vacuum hose or the engine mount

−

has a vacuum leak. Repair as needed.

−

17. Release the vacuum, then apply vacuum again.

Is there a noticeable change in idle smoothness with and without vacuum applied?

Go to step 18.

YES

−

Replace the front engine mount.

−

18. Connect a vacuum pump/gauge, 0 30 in.Hg, to the engine mount control solenoid valve (A).

Is there manifold vacuum at idle, and a decrease in manifold vacuum when you raise the engine speed above 1,000 rpm?

−

The system is OK.

YES

−

Replace the engine mount control solenoid

−

valve.

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Engine Assembly

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Special Tools

Ref. No. Tool Number Description Qty

07AAK-SNAA120 Universal Eyelet 1 070AG-SJAA10S Subframe Alignment Pin 1

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Engine Removal

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Special Tools Required

• Universal eyelet 07AAK-SNAA120

• Engine hanger adapter VSB02C000015

• Front subframe adapter VSB02C000016

• Engine support hanger, A and Reds AAR-T1256 : These special tools are available through the Acura

Tool and Equipment Program, 888-424-6857

NOTE:

• Use fender covers to avoid damaging painted surfaces.

• To avoid damaging the wiring and terminals, unplug the wiring connectors carefully while holding the connector portion.

• Mark all wiring and hoses to avoid misconnection. Also, be sure that they do not contact other wiring or hoses, or interfere with other parts.

1. Secure the hood in the wide open position (support rod in the lower hole).

6. Remove the harness clamps (A).

7. Disconnect the engine control module (ECM)/ powertrain control module (PCM) connectors (B).

8. Remove the ECM/PCM bracket assembly (C).

2. Relieve fuel pressure (see page 11-339).

3. Remove the battery (see page 22-79).

4. Remove the air cleaner housing assembly (see page 11-364).

5. Remove the strut brace (see page 20-230).

9. Remove the battery cables (A) from the under-hood fuse/relay box.

10. Remove the harness clamps (B).

11. Disconnect the starter subharness connector (C), then remove the connector from the bracket.

12. Disconnect the engine wire harness connector (D).

(cont’d)

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Engine Assembly

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Engine Removal (cont’d)

13. Disconnect the evaporative emission (EVAP) canister hose (A) and brake booster vacuum hose (B).

14. Remove the quick-connect fitting cover (A), then disconnect the fuel feed hose (B) (see page 11-346).

15. M/Tmodel:Removetheshiftcable(seestep11on page 13-17).

16. M/T model: Remove the clutch slave cylinder, and clutch line bracket mounting bolt (see step 9 on page 13-16).

17. Remove the drive belt (see page 4-28).

18. Remove the radiator cap.

19. Raise the vehicle on the lift to full height.

20. Remove the front wheels.

21. Remove the splash shield.

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22. Loosen the drain plug in the radiator, and drain the engine coolant (see page 10-6).

23. Drain the engine oil (see page 8-10).

24. Drain the transmission fluid:

• Manual transmission (see page 13-13)

• Automatic transmission (see page 14-255)

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25. Remove exhaust pipe A.

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Replace.

31. Lower the vehicle on the lift.

32. Remove the bolts securing the steering gearbox.

Replace.

26. A/T model: Remove the shift cable (see page 14-295).

27. Remove the damper fork (see step 4 on page 18-25).

28. Separate the knuckles from the lower arms (see step 6 on page 18-21).

29. Remove the driveshafts (see page 16-4). Coat all precision-finished surfaces with clean engine oil. Tie a plastic bags over the driveshaft ends.

30. Disconnect the A/C compressor clutch connector (A), then remove the A/C compressor (B) without disconnecting the A/C hoses.

Replace.

33. A/T model: Disconnect the automatic transmission fluid (ATF) cooler hose, then plug the line and hose.

(cont’d)

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Engine Assembly

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Engine Removal (cont’d)

34. Disconnect the upper radiator hose (A) and heater hoses (B).

35. Clean any dirt off the quick connector, the thermostat cover, and the lower radiator hose. Pull out the lock by hand, then wiggle the quick connector loose, and remove it from the thermostat cover. Do not use any tools to remove the quick connector (see step 2 on page 10-8).

36. Remove the ignition coil cover (A) and the brake booster vacuum line mounting bolts (B).

37. Attach the engine hanger adapter (VSB02C000015) to the threaded hole in the cylinder head.

VSB02C000015

38. Remove the grille cover (see page 20-202).

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

AAR-T1256

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40. Remove the vacuum hose (A), front engine mount

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stop (B), and vacuum hose bracket (C), then remove the front engine mount bolt (D).

43. A/T model: Remove the rear engine mount (A), then remove the rear engine mount upper bracket (B).

Replace.

41. A/T model: Remove the ATF line mounting bolts (E).

42. M/T model: Remove the rear engine mount.

Replace.

44. Raise the vehicle on the lift to full height.

Replace.

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Engine Assembly

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Engine Removal (cont’d)

45. Remove the transmission lower mount. 46. Remove the front subframe middle mounts.

M/T model

A/T model

Replace.

47. Attach the front subframe adapter (VSB02C000016) to the subframe and hang the belt of the subframe adapter over the front of the subframe, then secure the belt with its stop.

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VSB02C000016

48. Raise the jack and line up the slots in the front subframe adapter arms with the bolt holes on the jack base, then securely attach them with four bolts.

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49. Remove the front subframe (A), stiffeners (B), and

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steering gearbox washers (C).

52. Install the 15 mm spacer (A) and universal eyelet (B).

B 07AAK-SNAA120

Replace.

50. Lower the vehicle on the lift.

51. Remove the ground cable (A), then remove the side engine mount bracket (B).

Replace.

53. Attach a chain hoist (A) to the universal eyelet (B), and the transmission hook (C), then lift the engine/ transmission until it is securely supported by the chain hoist, and remove the engine support hanger.

A/T model

M/T model

(cont’d)

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