1997 HONDA CIVIC Oil leak

RequirementAPI Service Grade: Use an "Energy
Conserving" SJ grade oil or an"Energy Conserving ll" SH grade oil,
SAE 5W - 30 preferred
You can also use an oil that bears the
API CERTIFICATION mark.
Capacity[atolz engine:
3.7 f (3.9 US qt,3.3 lmp qtl
I at oil change.
J 4.0 r 9.2 US qt, 3.5 lmp qtl
I at oil change, including filter'
| 4.8 f (5.1 Us qt,4.2 lmp qt)
I after engine overhaul
I Dl6Y7 engine:
3.6 f (3.8 US qt, 3.2 lmP qt)
I at change. including filter.
I 3.3 f (3.5 US qt,2.9 lmP qtl
I at change, without filter.
I 4.3 f (4.5 us qt,3.8 lmp qtl
I after engine overhaul.
J D16Y5, D16Y8 engines:
L 3.3 { {3.5 US qt,2.9 lmp qt}
I at change, including filter.
3.01 (3.2 US qt,2.6lmp qt)
I at change, withoutfilter.
3.7 { (3.9 US qt,3.3 lmp qt}- '1.€fter engine overhaul.
ChangeEvery 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or
12 months (Normal Conditions).
Every 3,750 miles (6,000 kml or
6 months (Severe Conditions).
3. Reinstall the drain bolt with a new washer. and rbfill
the engine with the recommended oil.
NOTE: Under normal conditions, the oil filter should be
replaced at every other oil change Under severe condi-
tions, the oilfilter should be replaced at each oil change'
The numbers in the middle of the API Service label tell
you the oil's SAE viscosity or weight Select the oil for
vour car according to this chart:
30 20 -10 010 20 30 4OoC
An oil with a viscosity of 5W - 30 is preferred for
improved tuel economy and year-round protection in the
car. You may use a 10W - 30 oil if the climate in your area
is limited to the temperature range shown on the chart'
Ambient Temoerature
API CERTIFICATION MARK
API SERVICE LABEL
Run the engine tor more than three minutes, then
check for oii leakage
8-7

Oil Pressure
Use this procedure to tighten the filter if eight num-
bers (1 to 8) are printed on the surface of the filter.
1) Make a mark on the oil filter base under the num-
ber that shows at the bottom of the filter when
the rubber seal is seated.
2l Tighten the filter by turning it clockwise seven
numbers from the marked point. For example, if a
mark is made under the number 2 when the rub
ber seal is seated, the filter should be tightened
until the number 1 comes up to the marked point'
7/8 turn
Number when rubDer
seal is seated
Number after tightening.
CAUTION: Using any procedure other than those
shown could rosult in serious engins damage due
to oil leakage
5. After installation. fill the engine with oil up to the spec-
ified level, run the engine for more than three minutes,
then check for oil leakage
MARK
Number when rubber
seal is seated578
Number after tightening8151
Testing
lf the oil pressure warning Iight stays on with the engine
running, check the engine oil level. It the oil level is cor-
rect:
1. Connect a tachometer'
2. Remove the engine oil pressure switch, and install an
oal pressure gauge.
ENGINE OtL PRESSURE SWITCH
MOUNTING HOLE
ADAPTER(1/8\28. BSPTI
{CommerciallY availablei
Start the engine. Shut it off immediately if the gauge
registers no oil pr€ssure. Repair the problem before
continuing.
Allow the engine to reach operating temperature (tan
comes on at least tlivice). The pressure should be;
Engine Oil Temperature: 176"F (80"C1
Engine Oil Pressulo:
At ldle: 69 kPa (0.7 kgf/Gm'. 10 Psi)
minimum
At 3.000 rpm: 3/Ut kPa (3.5 kgt/cm', 50 psi)
minimum
. lf the oil Dressure is within specifications, replace
the oil pressure switch and recheck.
. lf the oil pressure is NOT within specifications,
inspect the oil pump (see page 8-10).
OIL PRESSURE GAUGE(Commerciallv available)
8-9

Oil Pump
RemovaUlnspection/lnstallation (cont'dl
13. Check the housing-to-outer rotor radial clearance.lf the housing-to-outer rotor radial clearanceexceeds the service limit, replace the set of innerand outer rotors and/or the pump housing.
Housing-to-Outer Rotor Badial Clearanco:Standard {Newl: 816A2 sngine 0.10 - 0.19 mm(0.004 - 0.007 in)
D16y5, Di6y7, Dt6y8 engines0.10 - 0.18 mm {0.00it _ 0.007 in)Service Limit: 0.20 mm (0.008 in)
lnspect both rotors and pump housing for scoringor other damage. Replace parts if necessary.
Remove the old oil sealfrom the oil pump.
Using the special tool, gently tap in the new oil sealuntil the driver bottoms against the pump.
NOTE: The oil seal alone can be replaced withoutremoving the oil pump.
DRIVER ATT52x55mm077a6 - 0010ao0
14.
15.
16.
8-14
PUMP HOUSING
17. Reassemble the oil pump, applying thread lock tothe pump housing screws.
18. Check that the oil pump turns freely.
19. Apply a light coat of oilto the seal lip.
20. Install the two dowel pins and new O-ring on the oilpump.
21. Apply liquid gasket to the cylinder block mating sur_face of the oil pump.
NOTE:
. Use liquid gasket, Part No.08718 - oOOj or 08718- 0003.. Check that the mating surfaces are clean and drybefore applying liquid gaskel. Apply liquid gasket evenly, in a narrow bead cen-tered on the mating surface.o To prevent leakage of oil, apply liquid gasket tothe inner threads of the bolt holes.. Do not install the parts if five mtnures or morehave elapsed since applying liquid gasket.Instead. reapply liquid gasket after removing theold residue.
. After assembly, wait at least 30 minutes beforefilling the engine with oil.
81642 engine:
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D16Y5, D16Y7, D16Y8 engines:
along the broken line.

Cap Testing
1. Remove the radiator cap, wet its seal with engine
coolant, then install it on the pressure tester'
RADIATOR PR€SSURE TESTER(CommerciallY available)
RAOIATOR
(for 32 mm neck' low Pro{ile)
Apply a pressure of 93 - 123 kPa (0.95 - 'l 25 kgflcm''
14 - 18 psi).
Check for a drop in Pressure.
lf the pressure drops, replace the cap
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ADAPTOR
Testing
LWait until the engine is cool, then carefully remove
the radiator cap and fill the radiator with engine
coolant to the top of the tiller neck
Attach the pressure tester to the radiator and apply
a pressure of 93 - '123 kPa (0.95 - 1.25 kgflcm', 14 -
18 psil.
RADIATOR PRESSURE
TESTER
lCommerciallY available)
ADAPTOR(for 32 mm neck, low Profile)
Inspect for engine coolant leaks and a drop In pres-
sure.
Remove the tester and reinstall the radiator cap
NOTE: Check for engine oil in the coolant and/or
coolant in the engine oil.
10-9

PGM-FI System
Random Misfire
lFoioo l*u o, [FTioo l*' *' and
The scan tool indicates Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC)
P0300*5 or P1300*3 *1 and some of P0301 - P0304:Random misfire.Description
Misfire detection is accomplished by monitoring the crankshaft speed with the crankshaft speed fluctuation (CKF) sensorwhich is attached to the crankshaft.
lf misfiring strong enough to damage the catalyst is detected. the MIL will blink during the time of its occurrence, and DTCP0300*5 or P1300*3'*' and some of DTCs P0301 through P0304 will be stored. Then, after misfire has ceased, the MIL willcome on.
lf misfiring that increases emissions is detected during two consecutive driving cycles, the MIL will come on, and DTCP0300*5 or P1300*3 *a and some of DTCS P0301 through P0304 will be stored.NOTE: lf some of the DTCS listed below are stored at the same time as a misfire DTC. troubleshoot those DTCS first, thenrecheck for the misfire DTC.
P0106*4. P0107. P0108, P1128*3 *5, Pl129*3 *5; MAP sensorP0131. P0132: HO2S
P0171, P0112i Fuel metering
P0401, P 1491, P1498: EGR svstem*1P0505: ldle Control SystemP1253: VTEC System*,P1361, P1362: TDC sensorP1381, Pl382: CYP sensorP1508: IAC valve
Possible Cause. Fuel pump insufficient fuel pressure, amount of flow. Fuel line clogging, blockage, leakage. Fuel filter clogging. Fuel pressure regulator stuck open. EGR system malfunction*1. Distributormalfunction. lgnition coil wire open. leakage *l: D16Y5 engine. lgnition control module malfunction *2: D16Y5, D16Y8, Bt6A2 engine. MAP sensor range/performance, poor response*r *3: '97 models. Valves carbon deposit *4;'96 models. Compression low *5: '98 - 00 models. IAC valve malfunctionr.. VTEC system malfunction*,. Fuel does not meet Owner's Manual spec., lackoffuel. HO2S. HO2S circuit
Troubleshooting
By test-driving, determine the conditions during which misfire occurs, Depending on these conditions, test in the orderdescribed in the table below.
Possible
- --^ ---
rage
causeEGR*1
system
Crankshaft
position (CKP)
sensor
Fuel
pressure
Distributor and
lgnition wirestcMClearance
tAc
ValveMAP
sensor
section 611-230,
231section 23section 23section 611-19411
Only low rpm and
loado@@oo
Only accelerating@o@@
Only high rpm and
toaooo@
Not specificoo@
NOTE: lf misfire doesn't recur, some possible causes are fuel that doesn't meet owne/s manualspec, lack of fuel, carbon deposits on spark plug, etc.
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P0304

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Belore connecting a new fuel tube/quick-connect fining
assembly, remove the old retainer from the mating pipe
with thetabs pulled
apan, removeand discard the
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retarner
New FUEL TUBE/OUICK.CONNECTFITTING ASSEMELY
3. Align the quick-connect fiftings with the pipe, and
align the retainer locking pawls with the connector
grooves. Then press the quick-connect fittings onto
the pipe until both retainer pawls lock with a click-
ing sound.
NOTE: lf it is hard to connect, put a small amount
of new engine oil on the pipe end.
Connection with new retainer:
4. Make sure the connection is secure and the pawls
are firmly locked into place; check visually and by
pulling the connector.
RCTAINER
Reconnect the battery negative cable, and turn the
ignition switch ON (ll). The fuel pump will run for
about two seconds, and fuel pressure will rise.
Repeat two or three times, and check that there is
no leakage in the fuel supplv system
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81642 engine:
EVAP
12 N.m
{1.2 kgl m;8.? lbt.ft)
FUELPRESSUREREGULATOR
O.RINGReplace.
cusHloNRINGReplace.
PURGE CONTROLSOLENOID VALVE
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SEALRINGReplace.
7. Slide new cushion rings onto the fuel injectors.
8. Coat newO-ringswith clean engineoil, and putthem onthefuel injectors.
9. Insert the fuel injectors into the fuel rail first.
10. Coatnewseal rings with clean engine oil,and press them intothe intake manifold.
11. To prevent damage to the O-rings, installthe fuel injectors inthefuel rail first, then install them inthe intake manifold.
'12. Install and tighten the retainer nuts.
13. Connect the vacuum hoses and fuel return hose to the fuel pressure regulator, Connect the vacuum hoses and 2P
connector to the EVAP purge control solenoid valve.
14. Install the connectors on the fuel inl'ectors (D16YI engine; Install the air cleaner).
15. Turn the ignition switch ON (ll), butdo not operate the starter. After the tuel pump runs for approximately two seconds,
the fuel pressure in the fuel line rises. Repeat this two or three times, then check whether there is any fuel leakage.
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Transmission
Removal(cont'd)
'10. Remove the cotter pins and castle nuts, th€n separatethe balljoints from the lower arms (see section 1gl.
DAMPER PINCH BOLT
NUT
FORI(FORK BOLT
11. Remove the right damper fork bolt. th€nright damper fork and dampor.
COTTER PINReplace.
separate
12.
1a
14.
Pry the right and left driveshafts out ofthe differential.
Pull on the inboard joint to remove the right and leftdrivsshafts (see section 16).
Tie plastic bags over the driveshaft onds.
NOTE: Coat all precision finished surfaces with cleanengine oil.
Remove the exhaust pipe A,
NOTE: Dl6YB engine is shown; D16y7 engine issimilar.
t9.
SELF-LOCKING NUTReplace.
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EXHAUST PIPE AMOUNT/BRACKET
17.
18.
16. Remove the shift cable cover. then remove the shiftcable by removing the control lever,
CAUTION: Take car6 not to bond the shift cable.
Remove the right front mounvbracket.
Remove the ATF cooler hoses at the ATF coolerlines. Tufn the ends of the ATF cooler hoses uo toprevent ATF from flowing out, then plug the ATFcooler hosgs and lines.
NOTE: Check for any sign of leakage at the hoseioints.
WASHER