1997 HONDA CIVIC evaporator

MEASUREMENTSTANOARO INEW}SERVICE LIMIT
algnmenlCamber FrontRearCaster FrontTotaltoe FrontBearFront wheel turning angle Inward wheelOutward wheel
0"00'1 1"-1.1 1'1'40' I 1"In'1.01 2.0 {1/16 t 1/'16)In 2.0 ljB (1/161 1/16)39.50'33'10'(Reference)
Bim runout Aluminum wheel AxialBadialSteelwheel AxialRadla I
0 0.7 (0 - 0.03)0- 0.7 (0 - 0.03)0 - 1.0 (0 0.04)0 - 1.0 (0 0.04)
2.0 (0.08)
1.5 10.06)2.0 {0.0B)1.5 (0.06)Wheel bearingEnd play FrontRear0 0.0s (0 - 0.002)0 0.05 (0 0.002)
Standards and Service Limits
Suspension - Section 18
Brakes - Section 19
*1. 5410 Stamped on the caliper body.*2. 2056 Stamped on the caliper body.
Air Conditioning - Section 22
*: When using a new belt, adjust deflection or tension to new values. Run the engine for 5 minutes then turn it of{.Readjust deflection or tension to used belt values.
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MEASUREMENTSTANDARO INEWISERVICE LIMIT
Parklng brakePlay in stroke at 196 N (20 kgf, 44 lbfi lever forceTo be locked when pulled6 - I notchesFoot brakepeoalPedal height (with floor mat removed) M/TA/'T, CVTFree play
156.5 {6.16)161 (6 5/16)1 5(1/16-3/16)
Master cvlinderPiston to pushrod clearance0 - 0.4 (0 0.02)
Disc brakeDisc thickness FrontRearDisc runout FrontRearDisc parallelism Front and rearPad thackness Front
Rear
20.9 - 21.8 (0.82 - 0.86)8.9 - 9.1 (0.350 - 0.358)
9.5 10.5*'8.5 - 9.5*'7.0 8.0 (0.28-0.3r)
19.0 (0.75)
8.0 (0.31)
0.10 (0.004)
0.10 (0.004)
0.015 (0.0006)
1.6 (0.06)1.6 (0.06)'r.6 (0.06)
Rear brakedrumLD.Lining thickness200 17.a7l4.0 (0.16)201 \7 .9112.0 {0.08}
MEASUREMENTSTANDARD INEWI
Conditioning
SANDEN
Lubricant type: SP 10 (P/N 38897 - Pl3 - A01AH or 3889Lubricant capacity Condensermf (floz, lmp oz) EvaporatorLine or hoseReceiver
I - P13 A0li lFor refrigerant: HFC-134a (R,134a))
| 20 \2t3 0.11
I 45 (1 2/3, 1.6)10 (1/3,0.4)
10 t1/3,0.4)NIPPONDENSOLubricant type: ND'O|L8 (P/N 38899 - PR7 - 003) (For ReLubricant capacity Condensermf (floz, lmp oz) EvaporatorLine or hoseReceiver
f.igerant: HFC,134a (R-134a))25 (s/6 0.9)60 (2,2.11
10 (1/3,0.4)
10 (1/3.0.4)
CompressorSANDENLubricant type: SP-10Lubricant capacity ml lfl oz, lmp oz)Field coil resistance at 68'F (20"C) OPulley-to-pressure plate clearance
130 150 (4 1/3 4.6, 5.0 - 5.3)
0.5 r 0.15 10.020 t 0.006)
NIPPONDENSOLubricant type: ND-OlL8 {P/N 38899 - PR7 ,003 or P/N 38899 pR7 - AO1) (For Refrigerant: HFC 134a {R,134a))Lubricant capacity m{(fl oz, lrnpoz) | 14O(4.7,4.9J -15S{5.2.5.4)Stator coil resistance at 20'C (68.F) 0Pulley-to-pressure plate clearance3.4 - 3.80.510.15 (0.0210.006)
Compressorbelt*Deffection with 98 N (1Okgl.22lbllbetween pulleys7.5 - 9.5 (0.30 0.37) with used belt5.0 - 6.5 (0.20 - 0.26)with new belt
Belt tension N (kgf, lbf)Measured with belt tension gauge340 490 i35 50, 77 - 110) with used bell690 - 830 (70 - 85, 150 190) with new belt

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CLUTCHClutch Type
Clutch Facing Area
M/T
CVTM/T
Single plate dry, diaphragm springTorque converterMulti plates wet sanP, hYdraulic160 cm,25 sq in
Synchronized 5-speed forward, 1 reverse
4 speed automatic, 1 reverse
Non stage speed forward, 1 reverse
Direct 1 : 1
TRANSMISSIONTransmission Type
Primary Reduction
M/TArrCW
Manualtransmission
Gear Ratio 1st2nd3rd4th5thReverse
Final Reduction Gear ratio
Gear tYPe
Engine type
D16Y5 | D16Y7 D16Y8 I 81642
3.2501.1821.1120.9090.7023.153
3.2501.1821.1120.9090.7023.153
3.2501.9091.2500.9090.1023.153
3.2302.1051.4581.1070.8753.000
*1:2 doorHatch back+2r 2-door Coupe,and 4 doorSedan
3.122 13.122"11.053" 1 4.250 | 4.266
Single helicalgear
Engine type
D16Y7 | D16Y8Automatic transmission
Gear Ratio 'lst
2nd3rd4thReverse
Final Reduction Gear ratio
Gear tYPe
2.6001.4680.9260.6381.954
2.122
0.9750.6381.954
1.3514.357
cwGear Ratio Low - O.D.Reverse
Secondary Reduction Gear Ratio
Final Reduction Gear Ratio
2.466 0.4492.4661.3334.357
AIRCONDITIONING
Cooling Capacity3,530 Kcal/h14,000 BTU/h
Compressor Type/MakeNo. of CYlindersCaPacitYMax. SpeedLubricant CaPacitY
Scroll/SANDEN
85.7 m//rev 5.22 cu inkev10,000 rpm130 mf 41l3tl oz.
| 4.6 imp ozsP,10
Compressor Type/ManufacturerNo. of CylinderCapacityMax. SpeedLubricant CaPacitY
Lubricant TYPe
Swash-plate/DENso10155.3 mf /rev 9.4 cu_in/rev76,000 rpm140 mf | 4 2l3fl oz,I 4 9lmp ozND'OIL8
Condenser TypeCorrugated fin
Evaporator TyPeCorrugated fin
Elower TyPeMotor InputSPeed ControlMax. CaPacity
Sirocco fan200w112v4 speed variable460 m3/h 16,200 cu ft/h
Temperature Control
Compressor Clutch TyPePower ConsumPtionDry, single plate, PolY-V'belt drive40 W max./12 V at 68'F (20'C)
Refrigerant TyPeouantity
HFC 134a (R'134a)
650 gos | 22.9 isoz
(cont'd )
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Troubleshooting -'96 - 98 Models
Symptom Chart
NOTE;
. Check the engine coolant level. and allow the engine to warm up before troubleshooting.
. Any abnormality must be corrected before continuing the test.
. Because of the precise measurements needed. use a multimeter when testing.
o Before performing any troubleshooting procedures check:- Fuses No. 41 11.5 Al, No. 55 (40 A) in the under-hood fuse/relay box. and No. 17 (7.5 A) in the under-dash fuse/relay
box- Grounds No. G401, G402- Cleanliness and tightness of all connectors
SymptomRomedy
Hot air flow is low.Blower motor runs. but one or more
speeds are inoperative.
Perform the procedures in the flowchart (see page 21-8).
Blower runs properly.Check for the following:. Clogged heater duct. Clogged heater outlet. Incorrect door position
No hot air flow.Blower motor does not run at all,Perform the procedures in the flowchart (see page 21-10).
Blower motor runs.Check for the following:. Clogged heater duct. Clogged blower outlet. Clogged heater valve. Faultv air mix door. Heater valve cable adjustment (see page 21-44). Air mix control cable adiustment (see page 2'l-441. Faulty cooling system thermostat (see section 10). Clogged evaporator (with air conditioning). Frozen evaporator {with air conditioning)
Mode control motor does not run, or one or more modes
are inooerative.
Perform the procedures in the flowchart (see page 21-13).
Recirculation control door does not chanqe between
FRESH and RECIRCULATE.
Perform the procedu.es in the flowchan (see page 21-16).
Both heater and A,/C do not work.Perform the procedures in the flowchart (see page 21-18),
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Air Conditioning
Speciaf Tools ......'.....' 22-2
f f f ustrated f ndex ......................... ".......' 22-3
Wiring/Connector Locations'.........'.... 22'4
Description
Outfine ............ .......22-s
Circuit Diagram
'96 - 98 Models ......"..........".......'.... 22-6
'99 Modef """""""' 22-7
Troubleshooting
Symptom Chart ".'......""................. 22-8
Flowcharts
Condenser Fan .........".................,..'. 22-9
Compressor .....""" 22-12
A/C System .........'.22'17
A/C Thermostat
Test ........'.......' """'22'21
Relays
Test ....."'......... ..""'22-21
A/C Service Tips and Precautions ......22-22
A/C System Torque Specifications '...22-23
A/C System Service
Performance Test ... '."......... ".... ....'..22-24
Pressure Test Chart .................. .... "' 22-26
Recovery ...".........," 22-27
Evaporator
Replacement .....",' 22'24
Overhauf .....-.....""' 22'29
Compressor {SANDEN}
Repf acement ......'.' 22-30
fffustrated fndex ......"..................'.... 22'32
Cf utch Inspection ......... "............ ...... 22-33
Clutch Overhau I ........................ ....... 22-34
Thermal Protector Replacement .... 22-36
Relief Valve Replacement ......'..."". 22-36
Compressor (DENSO)
Repfacement ..""',' 22-37
lf lustrated Index ............................... 22-39
Clutch lnspection ............."'...... "'.... 22-40
Cf utch Overhaul .....................'......... 22-41
Ref ief Valve Replacement'..'......"'.. 22-42
A/C Compressor Belt
Adiustment ............22'43
Condenser
Repfacement .......,,22'44
A/C System Service
Evacuation ...,,,.......22-45
Charging '..........--'..22'46
Leak rest """""""'22-46

lllustrated Index
A/C PRESSURE SWITCHWhen the refrigerant pressure is below 200 kPa {2 0 kg7cm',
28 psi) due to ;frigerant leakage or above 3200 kPa (32 kgf/cm''
455 psi) due to refrigerant blockage, the lVC pressure swrtch
SERVICE VALVE
{LOW.PRESSURE SIDE)
EVAPORATORReplacement, page 22-28
Overhaul, page 22 29
Beplacement, Page 22'44
opens lhe circuit to ihe AVC switch and stops the air condilioning
to protect the comPressor'
RECEIVER/DRYER
COMPRESSORSANDENIReplacement, Page 22 30
CIutch Inspection, Page 22 33
Thermal Protector Inspection, page 22 33
Clutch Overhaul, Page 22'34
Thermal Protector Replacement, page 22 36
Refief Vafve Replacemenl, page 22'36
DENSO:Replacement, Page 22-37
Clutch Inspection, Page 22-40
Clutch Overhaul, Page 22_41
Relief Valve Replacement, page 22-42
A/C THERMOSTATTest, page 22 21
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Description
Outline
The air conditioner system removes heat from the passenger compartment by circulating refrigerant through the system
as shown below.
BLOWER FAN
EVAPORATOR(Absorption of heati
EOUALIZING TUBE(Meters pressure andimproves the expansionvalve reaction time)
into the evaporator)CAPILLATY TUBE SENSING BULB
lControls the temPerature of the
ref rigerant leaving the evaporator
by metering the expansion valve)
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THERMOSTAT
A/C PRESSURE SWITCH
When the refrigerant is below
200 kPa (2.0 kgtcm',28 Psi)or above 3,200 kPa 132 kgflcm',
455 psi), the Ay'C pressure
switch opens the circuit to
the A,/C switch and stops the
EXPANSION VALVE(Meters the requiredamount of refrigerant
airconditioning to Protect the
compressor.
RECEIVER/DRYER(Traps debris, andremoves morsturel
THERMAL PROTECTOR
{Opens the comPressorclutch circuit when the
compressor temPeraturebecomes too high)
RELIEF VALVE(Relieves pressure at the
compressor when thepressure is too high)
(Radiation of heat)
I
f-r--; I
(Suction and comPression,
HIGH PRESSURE VAPOR
HtGH PRESSUBE LIOUID
LOW PRESSURE LIOUID
This car uses HFC-134a (R-134a) refrigerant which does not contain chlorofluorocarbons Pay attention to the following
service items:
. Do not mix refrigerants CFC-12 (R-12) and HFC-134a (R-134a)' They are not compatible'
. Useonlythe recommended polyalkyieneglycol (PAG) refrigerant oil designedforthe R-134a compressor (SANDEN: SP-
10; DENSO: ND_OIL8). Intermixing ihe re-commended (pAG) refrigerant oil with any other refrigerant oil will result in
compressor failure.
. All A,,ic system parts {compressor, discharge line, suction line, evaporator, condenser, receiver/dryer, expansion valve'
O-rings for joints) have to be proper for refrigerant R- 134a Do not confuse with R-l2 parts'
. Use a halogen gas leak detector designed for refrigerant R-134a
. R-12 and R-134a refrigerant servacing equipment are not interchangeable. Use only a recovery/recycling/charging station
that is u,L.-listed and is certified to meet the requirements of sAE J2210 to service R-134a air conditioning systems'
. Always recover the refrigerant R-134a with an approved recovery/recycling/charging station before disconnecting any
A,/C fitting.
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A/C ThermostatRelays
Test
1.Remove the Ay'C thermostat (see page 22-29).
Connect baftery power to the No. 3 terminal, ground
the No. 2 terminal, and connect a test light between
the No. 1 and No. 3 terminals.
NOTEr Use a 12 V,3 W- l8 W test light.
Dip the IVC thermostat into a cup filled with ice water,
and check the test light.
Serp6ntine-type evaporator
The light should go off at 36 - 39'F {2 - 4"C} or less, and
should come on at 39 - 41"F (4 - 5"C) or more
Laminale-type evaporator
The light should go off at 39 - 43'F (4 - 6'C) or less, and
should come on at 43 - 45"F (6 - 7'C) or more
lf the light doesn't come on and go off as specified,
replace the PVC thermostat.
12V,3W-18W
Test
There should be continuity between the No, 1 and No.2
terminals when power and ground are connected to the
No.3 and No. 4 terminals, and there should be no conti-
nuitv when Dower is disconnected.
2
Condenser fan relay
Compressor clutch relay
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A/C Service Tips and Precautions
The air conditioner system uses HFC-134a (R-134a) refrigerant and polyalkyleneglycol (PAG) refrigerant oil*, which are not
compatible with CFC-12 (R-12) refrigerant and mineral oil. Do not use R-12 refrigerant or mineral oil in this system, and do
not attempt to use R-12 servicing equipmenU damage to the air conditioner system or your servicing equipment will result.*Sanden SP-10:
. P/N 38897 - P13 - A0lAH: 120 ml 14ll.oz, 4.2lmp.oz)
. P/N 38899 - P13 - A0l | 40 mf 11 1/3ll.oz,1.4 lmp'oz)
Use only service equipment that is U.L. listed and is certified to meet the requirements of SAE J2210 to remove R 134a
from the air conditioner system.
CAUTION: Exposure to air conditioner ref;ige;ant and lubricant vapol or mist can irritate syes, nose and throat, Avoid
breathing the air conditioner refrigerant and lubricant vapor or misl.
lf accidental system discharge occurs, ventilate work area before resuming service.
R-'134a service equipment or vehicle air conditioner systems should not be pressure tested or leak tested with compressed
ai.
!@@ some mixtures of air and R-t3ila have been shown to be combustible at elevated pressures and can result
in tire or explosion causing iniury or property damage. Never use compressed air lo pressure tesl R-134a service equip-
ment or vehicle 8ir conditioner systoms.
Additional health and safety information may be obtained from the refrigerant and Iubricant manufacturers.
L Always disconnect the negative cable from the battery whenever replacing air conditioning pans.
2. Keep moisture and dust out of the system. When disconnecting any lines, plug or cap the fittings immediately; don't
remove the caps or plugs until just before you reconnect each line.
3. Before connecting any hose or line, apply a few drops of refrigerant oilto the O-ring.
4, When tightening o. loosening a fitting, use a second wrench to support the matching fitting.
5. When discharging the system, use a R-134a refrigerant recovery/recycling/charging station; don't release refrigerant
into the atmosphere,
6. Add refrigerant oil after replacing the following parts:
NOTE:
. To avoid contamination, do not return the oil to the container once dispensed, and never mix it with other refriger-
ant oils.
. lmmediately after using the oil, replace the cap on the container, and seal it to avoid moisture absorption.
. Do not spill the refrigerant oil on the vehicle; it may damage the paint; if the refrigerant oil contacts the paint, wash
it off immediately.
Condenser .......2o ml (2/3 fl.oz, 0.7 lmp.ozl
Evaporator .,.,.,. i[5 m{ 11 213 tl.oz,1,6lmp.ozl
Line or hose ..... 10 mf (1/3 fl.oz, 0.4 lmp.ozl
Receiver/Dryer 10 m{ (1/3 fl.oz,0.'l lmp.ozl
Leakage repair 25 m{ (5/6 fl.oz, 0.9 lmp.ozl
Comptessor ... For compressor replacement. subtract the volume of oil drained trom the
removed compressor from A, and drain the calculated volume of oilfrom the new
compressor: A - Volume of removed compressor: Volume to drain from new
comoressor.
A: SANDEN 130 mf l/t 113 ll.oz, 4.6 lmp'ozl; DENSO 140 mf {4 213 ll'oz, 1.9
lmp.oz),
NOTE: Even if no oil is drained from the removed compressor, don't drain more
than S0 m{ 112Ell.oz,1.8 lmp.oz) fromthe new compressor.
REMOVED NEW
COMPRESSORCOMPRESSOR
*DENSO ND-OlL 8l
. P/N 38897 - PR7 - A01AH: 120 ml (4 fl.oz)
. P/N 38899 PR7-A01:40mf (1 1/3fl'oz)
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