1997 HONDA CR-V Crank

Engine Block - Section 7
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o*1: '97,'98 models 15 mm (0.6 in)'99,'00 models 20 mm (0.8 ini
Unit of length: mm (in)
MEASUREMENTSTANDARD (NEWISERVICE LIMIT
Cylinder blockWarpage of deck surfaceBore diameterBore taper
0.07 (0.003) max.84.00 - 84.02 (3.307 3.308)0.10 (0.004)
84.07 (3.310)
0.05 (0.002)
PistonSkirt O.D.*1trom bottom of skartClearance in cylinderGroove width {For ringi TopSecondoil
83.98 - 83.99 (3.306 - 3.307)0.01 - 0.04 (0.0004 - 0.001611.240 - 1.250 {0.0488 - 0.0492)1.220 1.230 {0.0480 - 0.0484)2.805 2.825 10.1104 - 0.1112)
83.97 (3.306)
0.05 {0.002)1.26 (0.0s0)
1.25 (0.049)
2.44lo.112l
Piston ringRing-to'groove clearance ToPSecondRing end gap ToPSecondoil
0.055 - 0.080 (0.0022 0.0031)0.035 0.060 (0.0014 - 0.0024)0.20 0.30 (0.008 - 0.012)0.40 - 0.55 (0.016 0.022)0.20 - 0.50 (0.008 - 0.020)
0.13 (0.005)
0.13 (0.005)
0.60 (0.024)
0.70 (0.028)
0.70 (0.028)
Piston Pino.D.Pin-to-piston clearance
20.996 - 21.000 (0.8266 - 0.8268i0.010 - 0.017 (0.0004 - 0.0007)
Connecting rodPin-to-rod interferenceSmall end bore diameterLarge end bore diameter NominalEnd play installed on crankshaft
0.015 - 0.032 (0.0006 - 0.0013)20.968 -20.981 10.8255 -0.8260)
48.0 (1.89)
0.15 - 0.30 {0.006 - 0.012ioro to.oroi
CrankshaftMain journaldiameter
No. 1,2,4 and 5 iournalsNo. 3 journal
Rod iournal diameterTaperOut ol roundEnd play
Bunout
54.976 - 55.000 (2.'l644 - 2.1654)54.970 54.994 (2.1642 - 2.1651)44.976 - 45.000 /.1.1707 - 1.711110.005 (0.0002)max.
0.005 (0.0002) max.0.10 - 0.35 (0.004 - 0.0 r 4)0.03 (0.001)max.
0.010 (0.00041
0.010 (0.0004)
0.45 (0.0r8)
0.04 (0.002)
BearingMain bearing-to-iournal oil clearanceNo. 1, 2, 4 and 5 iournalsNo. 3 journal
Rod bearing-to-,ournal oil clearance
0.024 - 0.042 10.0009 0.0017)0.030 - 0.048 (0.0012 - 0.0019)0.020 - 0.038 (0.0008 0.0015)
0.06 (0.002)
0.06 (0.002)
0.05 (0.002)
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Starting System
Starter Test
NOTE: The air temperature must be between 59 and'100'F (15 and 38"C) before testing.
Recommended Procedure:
. Use a staner system tester.
. Connect and operate the equipment in accordance
with the manufacturer's instructions.
. Test and troubleshoot as described.
Alte.nate Procedure:
. Use the following equipment:- Ammeter, 0 - 400 A- Voltmeter, 0 - 20 V (accurate within 0.1 volt)
Tachometer,0 - 1,200 rpm
. Hook up a voltmeter and ammeter as shown.
NOTE: After this test, or any subsequent repair. reset
the ECM/PCM to clear any codes (see section 1 1).
Check the Starter Engagement:
'1. Remove the No. 44 (15 A) fuse from the under-hood
fuse/relay box.
2. Turn the ignition switch to START (lll) with the shift
lever in E or E position (A/T) or with the clutch
pedal depressed {M/T). The starter should crank the
eng ine.
. lf the starter does not crank the engine, go to
step 3.
. lf it cranks the engine erratically or too slowly, go
to "Check for Wear and Damage" on the next
page.
NEGATIVE TERMINAL
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
Check the battery, battery positive cable, ground.
staner cut relay, and the wire connections for loose-
ness and corrosion. Test again.
lf the staner still does not crank the engine, go to
step 4.
Unplug the connector (BLK /VHT wire and solenoid
terminal) from the starter.
Connect a jumper wire from the baftery positive (+)
terminal to the solenoid terminal.
The starter should crank the engine.
. lf the starter still does not crank the engine,
remove it, and diagnose its internal problem.
. lf the starter cranks the engine, go to step 6.
Check the ignition switch (see section 23).
Check the starter cut relay {see section 23}.
Check the IVT gear position switch (A/T) or the clutch
interlock switch (M[).
Check for an open in the wire between the ignition
switch and starter.
(cont'd)
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Starting System
Starter Test (cont'dl
Check lor Wear and D8mage
The starter should crank the engine smoothly and
steadily. lf the staner engages, but cranks the engine
erratically, remove it, and inspect the starter drive gear
and torque converter ring gear or flywheel ring gear for
oamage.
Check the drive gear overrunning clutch for binding or
slipping when the armature is rotated with the drive
gear held. lf damaged, replace the gears.
Check Cranking Voltage and Current Draw
Cranking voltage should be no less than 8.7 volts on Ay'T
models, and 8.0 volts on M/T moders.
Current draw should be no more than 230 amperes on
A,/T models, and 200 amperes on M/T models.
lf cranking voltage is too low, or current draw too high,
check for:
. dead or low battery.
a open circuit in starter armature commutator seg,
ments.
. starter armature dragging.
. shorted armature winding.
. excessive drag in engine.
Check Cranking rpm
Engine speed during cranking should be above 100 rpm.
lf speed is too low, check for:
a loose baftery or starter terminals.
. excesslvely worn staner brushes
. open circuit in commutator segments.
. dirty or damaged helical splines or drive gear.
a defective drive gear overrunning clutch.
Check Starter Disengagement
With the shift lever in @ or @ position (A,iT) or with the
clutch pedal depressed {M/T). turn the ignition switch to
START (lll). and release to ON (ll).
The starter drive gear should disengage from the torque
converter ring gear or flywheel ring gear when you
release the key.
lf the drive gear hangs up on the torque converter ring
gear or flywheel ring gear, check for
. solenoid plunger and switch malfunction.
. dirty drive gear assembly or damaged overrunning
clutch.
Starter Solenoid Test
1. Check the hold-in coil for continuity between the S
terminal and lhe armature housing (ground). The
coil is OK if there is continuity.
STARTER
B TERMINALMOUNTING NUT9 N.m 10.9 kgtm,7 tbtftl
TERMINAL
ARMATUREHOUSING(GROUND}
BLK/WHTWIRE
Check the pull in coil for continuity between the S
and M terminals. The coil is OK if there is continuity.
2.
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lgnition System
5.
lgnition Timing Inspection and Setting
2.
1.Check the idle speed, and adjust it if necessary (see
section 1 1).
Pull out the service check connector 2P (BRN and
BLK wires) from the connector holder located under
the dash on the front passenger side, then connect
the scs service connector (P/N 07PAz - 0010100) to
it.
Start the engine. Hold the engine at 3,000 rpm with
no load (A/T in N or E, Mff in neutral) until the
radiator fan comes on, then let it idle.
Connect the timing light to the No. I ignition wire,
then point the light toward the pointer on the timing
belt cover.
Check the ignition timing in no load conditions:
headlights, blower fan, rear window defogger, and
air conditioner are not operating.
lgnition Timing:
M/T: 16" 12" BTDC (RED) idling in neutral
AlTt'16" !2" BTDC (RED) idling in E or E
CRANKSHAFTPULLEY
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6. lf necessary, adjust the ignition timing as follows.
Loosen the distributor mounting bolts, and turn the
distributor ignition (Dl) housing counterclockwise to
advance the timing or clockwise to retard the tim-
t no,
7.
8.
MOUNTING BOLTS24 N.m {2.4 kgf m, 17 lbtft}
Tighten the distributor mounting bolts, and recheck
the ignition timing.
Disconnect the SCS service connector from the ser-
vice check connector.
To RETARD
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Charging System
Alternator Belt Inspection and Adjustment
NOTE: When using a new belt, first adjust the deflectionor tension to the values for the new belt, then readjustthe deflection or tension to the values for the used beltafter running engine for five minutes.
Deflection methodi
Apply a force of 98 N (10 kgt,22lbll, and measure thedeflection between the alternator and crankshaft pulley.
Detlection:
Used Belt:8.5 - 11.5 mm (0.33 - 0.45 inlNew Beft: 5.5 - 8.0 mm 10.22 - 0.31 inl
NOTEr lf the belt is worn or damaged, replace it.
Measure here
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Belt tension gauge m6thod:
Attach the belt tension gauge to the belt and measure thetension. Follow the gauge manufacturer's instructions.
Tension:
Used Belt:340 - /€0 N (35 - 50 kgf, 77 - 1r0 tbf)New Belt: 690 - 880 N (70 - 90 kgf, 150 - 200 tbt)
NOTE: lfthe belt is worn or damaged, replace it.
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Cylinder Head/Valve Train
Speciaf Tools .............6-2
Valve Clearance
Adiustment ............6-3
Valve Seals
Replacement (cylinder head
removal not requiredl ................. 6-5
Crankshaft Pulley and Pulley Bolt
Replacement .........6-7
Timing Belt
I llustrated lndex ............................... 6-8
Inspection ............., 6-9
Tension Adjustment ........................ 6-9
Removal ...........,..... 6-10
lnstallation .............6-11
Crankshaft Speed Fluctuation (CKFI
Sensor
Replacement .........6-13
Cylinder Head
lllustrated lndex ............................... 6-14
Removal .................6-16
Warpage ................6-27
lnstallation ............. 6-30
Camshafts
lnspection ..............6-22
Valves, Valve Springs and Valve Seals
Removal ................, 6-23
lnstallation ............. 6-29
Valve Guides
Valve Movement ............,,,,.,............ 6-25
Replacement .........6-25
Reaming .................6-27
Valve Seats
Reconditioning ......6-28
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Valve Clearancev
Adjustment (cont'dl
6. Tighten the locknut, and check the clearance agajn.
Repeat the adjustment if necessary.
GAUGE
Rotate the crankshaft 180" counterclockwise (camshaft
pulley turns 90').
The "UP" marks should be on the exhaust side. Adjust
the valves on No. 3 cylinder.
.UP" MARKS
7.
8. Rotate the crankshaft 180" counterclockwise to brinq
No. 4 piston to TDC.
The "UP" marks should be pointing straight down.
Adjust the valves on No. 4 cylinder.
Rotate the crankshaft 180'counterclockwise to brino
No.2 piston to TDC.
The "UP" marks should be on the intake side. Adiust
the valves on No. 2 cylinder.
Install the cylinder head cover (see page 6-32).
Retorque the crankshaft pulley bolt (see page 6-7).
10.
11.
"UP" MARKS
"UP" MARKS
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Valve Seals
Replacement (cylinder head removal not required)
The procedure shown below applies when using the in-
car valve spring compressor (Snap-on YA8845 with
YA8845-2A 7/8" auachment). Use approved eye protec-
tion.
1. Turn the crankshaft so that the No. 1 and the No. 4
pistons are at top dead center (TDC).
2. Remove the cylinder head cover.
3. Remove the distributor.
4. Loosen and disconnect the timing belt from the
camshaft pulleys.
5. Remove the camshaft holder bolts. then remove the
camshaft holders, the camshafts and rocker arms.
lntake Valve Seals
6. Using the 6 mm bolts supplied with the tool, mount
the two uprights to the cylinder head at the end
camshaft holders. The uprights fit as shown.
7. Insert the cross shaft through the top hole of the
two uprights,
at.
9.
Select the 7/8 in. diameter long compressor attach-
ment, and fasten the attachment to the front hole of
the lever arm with the speed pin supplied.
Position the piston at TDC, and insen an air adaptor
into the spark plug hole. Pump air into the cylinder
to keep the valve closed while compressing the
springs and removing the valve keepers.
10. Put shop towels over the oil passages to prevent
the valve keepers from falling into the cylinder
head.
Position the lever arm under the cross shaft so the
lever is perpendicular to the shaft and the compres-
sor attachment rests on top of the retainer for the
spring being compressed. Use the rear position slot
on the lever as shown,
't1.
OIL PASSAGE
OIL PASSAGES
(cont'd)
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