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Install the oil tilter by hand.
After the rubber sesl seats, tighten the oil filter clock-
wise with the special tool.
Tighten: 7/8 turn clockwise.
Tightening torque: 22 N.m (2.2 kgf'm, 16 lbf'ft)
CAUTION: Installation other than the abova ploce-
dure could r6suh in serious engine damag€ due to
oil leakage.
OIL FILTEB WRENCH07912-6110001
4.
_l-
8-7
Eight numbers {'l to 8) are printed on the surface of
rhe filter.
The following explains the procedure for tightening
filters using these numbers.
1 ) Make a mark on the cvlinder block under the num-
ber that shows al the bottom of the filter when
the rubber seal is seated.
2) Tighten the tilter by turning it clockwise seven
numbers from the marked point. For example, if
a mark is made under the number 2 when the tub-
ber seal is seated. the filter should be tightened
until the number 'l comes up to the marked point.
Number when rubberseal is seated.Number after tightening.
MARK
Number when rubber
seal is seated46I
Number after tightening8?o7
5. After installation, till the engine with oil up to the
specified level, run the engine for more than 3
minutes, then check for oil leakage and oil level.
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Oil Pressure
Testing
lf the oil pressure warning light stays on with the enginerunning, check the engine oil level. lf the oil level is
correct:
1. Connect a tachometer.
2. Remove the oil pressure switch and install an oil pres-
sure gauge.
3. Stan the engine. Shut it off immediately if the gauge
registers no oil pressure. Repair the problem before
continuing.
4. Allow the engine to reach operating temperatu,e {fancomes on at least twice). The Dressure should be:
Engine Oil Pressure:
At ldle: 70 kPa (0.7 kgf/cmr, 10 psi)
minimum
At 3,OOO lpm: 340 kPa {3.5 kgf/cmz, 50 psi}
minimum
a lJ oil pressure is within speciJications, replace the
engine oil pressure switch and recheck.
a lf oil pressure is NOT within specifications, in-
spect the oil pump (see page 8-1O).
1.2 mm 10.05 in)
'16 N.m (1.6 kgt.m, l2lbt.ftl
Oil Jet
Inspection (B18C1 engine only|
Remove the oil jet (see page 8-4) and inspect it as
follows.
a Make sure that a I .l mm (O.04 in) diameter drill
will go through the nozzle hole {1 .2 mm {O.OS in)
diameterl.
a Insert the other end of the same 1.1 mm (O.O4
in) drill into the oil intake {1.2 rnm {0.05 in}
diameter).
Make sure the check ball moves smoothlv and has
a stroke of approximately 4.0 mm {O. 16 in).a Check the oil jet operation with an air nozzle. lt
should take at least 2OO kPa (2.O kgf/cmr,28
Dsi) 10 unseat the check ball.
NOTE: Replace the oiljet assembly if the nozzle
is damaged or bent.
2. Mounting torque is critical. Be very precise when in-
stalling.
Torque: 16 N.m (1.6 kgt.m, 12lbf.ftl
OIL PRESSURE GAUGECOMMERCIALLYAVAILABI.E
8-8
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Oil Pump
5.
4.
Removal/lnspection/lnstallation
6. Remov€ the timing belt.
7. R€move the drive pulley.
8. Remov€ the oil pan and oil screen.
9. Remove the oil pump.
Drain the engine oil.
Turn the crankshatt and align the white groove on
the crankshalt pulley with the pointer on the lower
cover.
Remove the cylinder head cover and middle cover.
Remove the power steering pump belt, air condition-
er belt and the alternator belt.
Remove the crankshaft pulley and remove the low-
er cover.
OIL PUMP
OIL PAN
8-10
1O. Remove the screws trom the pump housing, thsn
separate the housing and coveJ.
1 1. Check the inner-to outer roto. radial clearance on thepumP rotor.
Innor Rotol-to-Outor Rotor Radial Cloaranco
StandErd (Newl: O.O4-O.16 mm(0.O02-0.006 in)
Service Limit: O.2O mm (0.008 inl
Check the housing-to-rotor axial clearance
pump rotor.
Housing-to-Botor Axial Claalanc€
Standard (Nowl: O.O2-O.O7 mm(O.OO1 -O.OO3 inl
Service Limit: O.15 mm (0.006 in)
on the12.
HOUSING
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t5.Check the housing-to-outer rotor radial clearance.
Housing-to-Outer Rotol Radial Clearance:
Standard {Newl: O.1O -O.19 mm(O.oO4-O.OO7 in)
Servic€ Limit: O.2O mm {O,OO8 in)
Inspect both rotors and pump housing for scoring or
other damage. Replace parts il necessary.
Remove the old oil seal trom the oil pump.
Gently tap in the new oil seal until the special tool
bottoms on the PumP.
NOTE: The oil seal alone can be replaced without
removing the oil pump.
14.
15.
to-
OIL PUMP
8-11
1'lReassemble the oil pump, applying thread lockto the
pump housing screws.
Check that the oil pump turns freely.
Apply a light coat of oil to the seal lip.
Install the two dowel pins and new O-ring on the oil
pump.
Apply liquid gasket to the cylinder block mating sur-
face of the oil pump.
NOTE:
. Use liquid gasket, Part No. 08718-OOO1.
a Check that the mating surfaces are clean and dry
betore applying liquid gasket.
a Apply liquid gasket evenly, in a narrow bead cen-
tered on the mating surface.
a To prevent leakage of oil, apply liquid gasket to
the inner threads ot the bolt holes.
Do not install the parts if 20 minutes or more have
elapsed since applying liquid gasket. Instead.
reapply liquid gasket aftet removing the old
restclue.
After assembly, wait at least 20 minutes before
filling the engine with oil.
(cont'd)
18.
19.
20.
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Oil Pump
DOWEL PINS
Removal/lnspection/lnstallation
(cont'd)
22. Install the oil pump on the cylinder block.a Apply grease to the lip of the oil pump seal.
Then, install the oil pump onto the crankshaft.
When the pump is in place, clean any excessgrease oll the crankshaft and check that the oil
seal lip is not distorted.
23. Install the oil screen.
24. Install the oil pan.
NOTE: Clean the oil pan gasket mating surtaces.
8 x 1.25 mm24 N.m (2.4 kgl.m,17 tbt.ftl
6 r 1.O mm1'l N.m {1.1 kgf.m,8 rbf.fr)
OIL PUMPApply liquid gasket tocylinder block matingsudace.
O-RINGApply engine oil
GASKETReplace.
6 x 1.O mm
OIL SCREEN
11 N.m ('l .1 kgf.m,8 tbf.trl
OIL PAN
6 x 1.O mm12 N.m {1.2 kgf.m, 9 lbf.ft}
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Intake Manifold
Replacement
NOTE: Use new O-rings and gaskets when reassembling.
CAUTION: Check for tolds or scratches on the aurface ot the gasket. Roplace with a now gasket it damagod,
81881 engine:
5r0.8mm6 N'm {0.6 kgl.m.4 rbr.ftlINTAKE AIRTEMPERATUREIIATI SENSOR
'*o*ot'u""'""N
5xO.8mm6 .m (0.6 kg{.m.4 tbf.ftl
O-RINGReplace.
IiITAKE MANIFOLDReplace iI cracked orit mating s!rtaces arodamag€o.
PURGE CONTROLSOLENOID VALVE
8 x 1.25 mm22 N.r 12.2 kgl.m,'16 tbt.ftt
IDLE AIR
GASKETSReplace.
I x 1.25 mm20 N.m (2.0 kgt.m.14 rbf.ftl
O.RINGReplace.{IACI VALVEBe careful notto damage.THROTTLE
8 x 1.25 mm
BODY
O-RINGSBeplace.
24 N.m (2.4 kgf'm,17 rbf.ft)
8 x 1.25 mm23 N.m (2.3 kgl.m,17 lbf.frl
BRACKET"o
aYc
g
/
1.25 mmN.m (2.4 kgl'm,rbf'ft1
8x2417
8 x 1.25 mm24 N.m (2.4 kgl'm.17 tbr.ftlTHERMOVALVE8e careful not todamage.
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lllustrated Index
@ sy"t". is under high plessure when engine
is hot. To avoid dsnger of relsssing scalding engine
coolant. remove cap only when engine is cool.
Total Cooling System Capacity (lncluding heater and
r€servoirl
Bl8Bl engine:
Mfl: 6.4 | {6.8 US qt, 5.6 lmp qt}
AlTt 6.7 | {7.1 US qt, 5.9 lmp qt}
Bl8Cl engine:
Mfi: 6.7 t {7.1 US qt, 5.9 lmp qt}
CAUTION: lf any engine coolant spills on paint€d por-
tions ot the body, rinse it ofl immediately.
NOTE:
a Check all cooling system hoses for damage. leaks or
deterioration and replace if necessary.
a Check all hose clamps and retighten if necessary.
a Use new O-rings when reassembling.
CONDENSERFAN SHROUD{soe soction 221
6 x 1.O mm7 N.m (O.7 kgt.m. 5 lbf.ftl
ATF COOLERHOSES{81881 6ngine)
RADIATOREngine coolant refilling and bleeding,page 10-5Leak test, page 'l0-6
Inspect soldered joints andseams for leaks.Elow out dirt from betweencore fins with compressed air.lf insects, etc., are clogging.adiator, wash them off withlow pressure water,
S!
P
R
U
COOLANTRESERVOIR
5x0.8mm4.4 N.m (O.45 kgf.m,3.3 lbl.fr)
M/T: Manual t.anamiaaionA/T: Automatic t.ansmiasionATF: Automatic t.ansmission fluid
\*
*)
FAN SHROUD
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@ ne-oving the radiator cap while the engine
is hot can cause the engine coolant to splay out, seri-
ously scalding you. Always let the engine and radiatol
cool down betore removing the radiator cap.
CAUTION: When poudng engine coolant, be sure to shut
the relay box lid and not to let coolant spill on the elec-
tlical pans or the paint. ll any coolant spills, rinse it otf
immediately.
1. Slide the heater temperature control lever to maxi-
mum heat.
Make sure the engine and radiator are cool to the
touch.
2. Remove the radiator cao.
3. Loosen the drain plug on the bottom of the radiator,
and remove the drain bolt from the enoine block. Let
the coolant drain out.
ENGINE DRAIN BOLT78 N.m {8,O kgt.m, 58 lbt.ftlApply liquid gasker tobolt thread when installing.WASHERReplace.
5.
Remove the reservoir from its holder by pulling it
straight up. Drain the coolant, then put the reservoir
back in its holder.
When the coolant stops draining, apply liquid gasket
to the drain bolt threads, then reinstallthe bolt with
a new washer. Tighten it securely
6. Tighten the radiator drain plug securely.
7. Mix the recommended antifreeze/coolant with an
equal amount of water in a clean container.
NOTE:
. Use only HONDA-RECOMMENOED antifreeze/
coolant.
a For best corrosion protection, the engine coolant
concentrations must be maintained year-round at
50% MINIMUM. Coolant concentrations less than
50% may not provide sufficient protection
against corrosion or freezing.
CAUTION:
a Do not mix ditterent blands ot anti-freeze/
coolants.
a Do not use additional rust inhibitois or anti-rust
products; they may not bs compatibl€ with the
recommgndsd engins coolant.
Engin€ Coolant Retill Capacity: including reservoir
{0.6 t (0.6 US qt, 0.5 lmp qt)).
81881 engine:
MlTt 4.4 | (4.6 US qt, 3.9 lmp qr)
Afft 4.7 [ (5.O US qt,4.1 lmp qt]
Bl8Cl engine:
Mnt 4.7 | (5.0 US qt.4.1 lmp qt)
8. Pour coolant into the radiator up to the base of the
filler neck.
9. Loosen the bleed bolt on top of the engine. Tighten
it again when coolant comes out in a steady stream
with no bubbles.
BLEED BOLT
1O. Refill the radiator to the base of the tiller neck. Put
the cap on the radiator. and tighten it only to the tirst
stop, Stan the engine and let it run until it warms
up (the radiator cooling fan comes on at leasttwice).
11. Turn oft the engine. Check the level in the radiator,
and add coolant it needed. Install the radiator caD,
and tighten it fully.
'1 2. Fill thereservoirto the MAX mark. lnstallthe reser-
voir cap.
9.8 N.m (1.O kgl.m, 7.2 lbf.ftl
Engine Coolant Refilling and Bleeding
10-5