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Engine Control Module {ECMI
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NOTE: lf this svmotom is intermittent, check for a loose fuse No. 25 METER (7.5A) in the under_
dash fuse/relay box, a ooor connection at ECM terminal A18, or an intermittent open in the
GRN/ORN wire between the ECM (A18) and the gauge assembly.
Wire side of female terminals
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The Mellunction Indicator Lamp(MlLl never com€3 on leven foltwo secondsl alter ignition islurn6d ON lll).
Turn the ignition switch ON (lli.
- Repair short or open in th€wire betwe€n No. 25 METER{7.5 A}fuse and gauge assem-bty.- ReDlaco No.25 METER 17.5 A)fuse.
ls the low oil pressure light on?
Try to start the engine,
Check for an open in ih6 wires
IPG lines):1. Turnthe ignition switch ON (ll).
2. Measure voltage betweenbody ground and ECM connec-tor terminals A10 and A23 indi-vidually.
Chock for an open in the wire orbulb:1. Turn the ignition sw;tch OFF.2. Connectthe ECM connector terminal 418 to body ground with
3. Turn the ignition switch ON (ll).
Repair open in the wire(slbetween ECM and G101 (located
at thermostat housingl that hadmore than 1.0 V.
ls there less than 1.0 V?
Substitute . known-good ECMand .echeck, lf symptom/indica-tion goes away, replace the origi-nalECM.
- R€pair open in the wiresb€tweon ECM {A18land gaug€
ess€mbly.- Replace the MIL bulb.
ls the MIL on?
Substitute a known-9ood ECMand rech6ck. It symptom/indica-tion goes away, repbce the origi-nal ECM.
ECM CONNECTOR A {32P)
15 16 17 18 19
r 2 3 al 15 Ga910 11
12 ,, t5 16 1tt920/22 23 2a
25 26 211184tt-MILJUMPER(GRN/ORN) I WIRE
Before connecting a new fuel tube/quick-connect fitting
assembly, remove the old retainer from the mating pipe.
With rhetabs pulled
apart, Pullthe retaineroff
New FUEL TUBE/OUICK.CONNECTFTflNG ASSEMBLY
3. Align the quick-connect fittings 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 souno.
NOTE: lf it is hard to connect, put a small amount of
new engine oil on the pipe end.
Connection with new retainer:
5.
Make sure the connection is secure and the pawls
are lirmly locked into place; check visually and by
pulling the connector.
RETAINER
Reconnect the battery negative cable, and turn the
ignition switch ON (ll) the fuel pump wjll 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 supply system.
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Fuel Supply System
Fuel Injector (cont'dlFuel Pressure Regulator
Description
The fuel pressure regulator maintains a constant fuel
pressure to the fuel injectors. When the difference
between the fuel pressure and manifold pressure
exceeds 3.0 kgf/cm' (294 kPa,43 psi) IB18C'1,818c5
engines:3.5 kglcm'(343 kPa,50 psi)l, the diaphragm is
Dushed uDward, and the excess fuel is fed back into the
fuel tank through the return line.
CLOSED:
INTAKEMANIFOLDVACUUM
I1{TAKEMANIFOLDVACUUM
DIAPHRAGM
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/4_\T-J FUEL INLET
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10.
11.
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Slide new cushion rings onto the fuel iniectors.
Coat new O-rings with clean engine oil, and put
them on the fuel injectors.
Insert the injectors into the fuel rail first.
Coat new seal rings with clean engine oil, and press
them into rhe intake manifold.
To prevent damage to the O-rings, install the luel
injectors in the fuel rail first, then install them in the
intake manifold.
Align the center line on the connector with the mark
on the fuel rail,
FUEL RAIL
MARKINGS
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14.
15.
16.
Install and tighten the retainer nuts.
Connect the vacuum hose and fuel return hose to
the fuel pressure regulator.
lnstall the connectors on the fuel injectors.
Turn the ignition switch ON (ll). but do not operate
the starter. After the fuel pump runs for approxi'
mately two seconds, the fuel pressure in the fuel
line rises. Repeat this two or three times, then check
whether there is any fuel leakage.
FUEL RAIL
FUEL
Testing
@G Do not smoke during the test. Keep opon
flames away lrom your work ar€a.
1. Attach a fuel pressure gauge to the service port of
the tuel filter (see page 11-118).
Pr€ssurs should be:
8188l €ngine:
27O - 320 kPa 12.8 - 3.3 kgl/cmr. 40 - 47 psil
818C1, 818C5 engines:
320 - 370 kPa (3.3 - 3.8 kgrf/cm,, 47 - 54 psi)
{with tho fuol pfossure regulatot vacuum hose dis-
connected and pinchsd)
FUEL PRESSURE GAUGE074t 6 - 004{1001
ADAPTER BOIT, 12 mm(9txt08-PD6-0101
Reconnect the vacuum hose to the fuel pressure
regulator.
Check that the fuel pressure rises when the vacuum
hose from the fuel pressure regulator is disconnect-
ed again.
lf the fuel pressure did not rise, replace the fuelpressure regulator.
VACUUM
FUEL PRESSURER€place.
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@ Do not smoke while working on tucl sys-
tem. Keep open flamc away from your work area.
1. Place a shop towel under the fuel pressure regula-
tor, then relieve fuel pressure (see page 11-1'18).
2. Disconnect the vacuum hose and fuel return hose.
3. Remove the.two 6 mm retainer bolts.
NOTE:
. Replace the O-ring.
o When assembling the fuel pressure regulator,
apply clean engine oil to the O-ring and assem-
ble it into its proper position, taking care not to
damage the O-ring.
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aintenance
Transmission Oil
NOTE: Check the transmission oil with the engine OFF
and the vehicle on level ground.
1. Remove the oil filler plug, then check the level and
condition of the oil.
OIL FILLER PLUG44 N.m {4.5 kgf.m,Proper Level33 tbf.ftl
The oil level must be up to the filler hole. lf it is
below the hole, add oil until it runs out, then rein-
stall the oil filler plug.
lf the transmission oil is dirty, remove the drainplug and drain the oil.
Reinstall the drain plug with a new washer, and
refillthe transmission oilto the proper tevet.
NOTE: The drain plug washer should be replaced at
every oil change.
Oil Capacity
2.2 | i.2.3 US.qr,1.9 lmp.qtl at oil ch.nge.
2.3 t l2.1US.qt,2.O lmp.qtl at ovorhaul.
Always use genuine Honda manual transmission
fluid (MTF). Using motor oil can causa€tiffer shift-
ing because it does not contain the proper addi-
Back-up Light Switch
Replacement
NOTE: To check the back-up light switch. see section 23.
1. Disconnect the connector, then remove the back-up
light switch connector from the connector clamp.
l.m {2.5 kgf.m, 18lbf.ft) Replace.
Remove the back-up light switch.
Install the new washer and the back-up light switch.
Check the transmission oil level.
!ves.
OIL FILLER PLUG
DRAIN PLUG39 N.m {4.0 kg{.m,29 rbf.ftlReplace.
5. Reinstall the oil filler plug with a new washer,
Replace.
EACK.UP LIGHT SWITCH25 N.m {2.5 kgf.m, 18 lbf.ft)
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72 mm Thrust Shim
Part NumberThickness
23931 - P21 -0000.60 mm (0.0236 in)
B23932-P21-0000.63 mm (0.0248 in)
c23933 - P21 -0000.66 mm (0.0260 in)
D23934 P21 0000.69 mm (0.0272 in)
E23935 P21 - 0000.72 mm (0.0283In)
23936 P21 0000.75 mm (0.0295n)
G23937 - P21 0000.78 mm 10.0307n)
23938 - P21 -0000.81 mm 10.0319n)
23939 P21 - 0000.84 mm {0.0331n)
J23940 P21 0000.87 mm (0.0343 in)
K23941 - P21 -0000.90 mm (0.0354 in)
L23942 - P21 - 0000.93 mm (0.0366 in)
M23943 - P21 -0000.96 mm (0.0378 in)N23944-P21 -0000.99 mm {0.0390 in)
o23945 - P21 -0001.02 mm (0.0402 in)
23946 P2r - 0001.05 mm (0.0413 in)
o23947 P2r - 0001.08 mm (0.0425 in)
23948 P21 - 0001.11 mm (0.0437;ni
23949 P21 - 0001.14 mm (0.0449 ini
T23950-P21 -0001.17 mm (0.0461 in)
23951 - P21 -0001.20 mm (0.0472 in)
23952 P21 - O001.23 mm (0.0484 in)
23953 P21 - 0001.26 mm (0.0496 'n)
23954 - P21 000'1.29 mm (0.0508 in)
23955, P21 0001.32 mm (0.0520 in)
z23956 P21 - 0001.35 mm (0.0531 in)
23957 P2r - 0001.38 mm (0.0543 in)
AB23958 P21 - 0001.41 mm (0.0555 in)
AC23959-P21 -0001.44 mm (0.0567 in)
AD23960 P2r 0001.47 mm (0.0579 in)
AE23961 - P21 000L50 mm 10.0591 rn,
23962 - P21 0001.53 mm {0.0602 in)
AG23963, P21 0001.56 mm (0.0614 in)
AH23964 P21 0001.59 mm (0.0626 jn)
23965 P21 0001.62 mm (0.0638 in)
23966 - P21 0001.65 mm (0.0650 in)
AK23967-P2t-0001.68 mm (0.0661 In)
23968-P21 -0001.71 mm (0.0673 in)
23969 P21 - 0001.74 mm (0.0685 in)
AN23970 P21 - 0001.77 mm {0.0697 in)
AO23971 P21 - 000'l -80 mm {0.0709 in)
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72 mm THRUST
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Check the thrust clearance in the manner described
oerow.
NOTE: Check the measurement at normal room
temperature.
a. Install the thrust shim selected and oil guide
plate in the transmission housing.
OIL GUIOE PLATE
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f.
NOTE:
. Clean the spring washer, washer and thrust shim
throughly before installation,
. Install the spring washer, washer and thrust
shim properly.
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Install the mainshaft in the clutch housing.
Place the transmission housing over the main-
shaft and onto the clutch housing.
Tighten the clutch and transmission housings
with several I mm bolts.
NOTE: lt is not necessary to use sealing agent
between the housings.
8 x 1.25 mm
27 N.m (2.8 kgf.m, 20 lbt.ft)
Tap the mainshaft with a plastic hammer.
c.
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t:oInstall the spring
ball bearing.
wash erand washer on the
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Automatic Transmission
Special Tools ................ '14-2
Descraption .................... 14-3
Clutches ............ ...... 14-6
Power Flow ..,........... 14-8
Electronic Control System ..................... 1 4-1 8
Hydraulic Control ...... 14-23
Hydraulic Flow .........- 14-28
Lock-up System ........ 14-38
Electrical System
Component Location -................................ 1 4-45
Circuit Diagram ............. 14-46
TCM Terminal Voltage/
Measuring Conditions ......,.................... 1 4-48
Troubleshooting Procedures .. . ... ........ ...... ... 14-50
Symptom-to-Component Chart
Electrical System ...... 14-54
Electrical Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Flowcharts .......... ... ...,.. 14-56
Lock-up Control Solenoid Valve A/B Assembly
Test .................. ...... 14-A7
Replacement ............. 14-a7
Shilt Control Solenoid Valve A/B Assembly
Test .................. ...... '14-88
Replacement .,..,........ 14-88
lvlainshaf t/Countershaft Speed Sensors
Replacement ....-......,. 14-89
Transmission Control Module (TCM)
Replacement ............. 14-89
Hydraulic System
Symptom-to-Component Chart
Hydraulic System ...... 14-90
Road Test ,................... 14-94
Stall Speed
Test .................. ...... 14-97
Fluid Level
Checking/Changing .... 14-98
Pressure Testing ........... 14-99
Transmission
Transmission
Removal ............. ...... 14-10 4
lllustrated lndex
Transmission/Right Side Cover ............... 1 4-1 08
Transmission Housin9 ................,..,....... 1 4-1'1 O
Torque Converter Housing/ValveBody .................. .. 14-112
Right Side Cover
Removal ............. ...... 14-114
Transmission Housing
Removal ............. ...... 14-1 l6
Torque Converter Housing/Valve Body
Removal ............. ...... l4-1 18
Valve Caps
Description ...........-... 14-120
Valve Body
Repair ................ ...... 14-12'l
Valve
Assembly
ATF Pump
Inspeclton
Main Valve Body
Disassembly/lnspection/Reassembly
Regulator Valve Body
Disassembly/lnspection/Reassembly
Lock-up Valve Body
Disassembly/lnspection/Reassembly
Secondary Valve Body
Disassembly/lnspection/Reassembly
Servo Body
....... 14-124
....... 14-126
....... 14-127
....... 14 124
Disassembly/lnspection/Reassembly .......
1st-hold Accumulator/Right Side Cover
Disassembly/lnspection/Reassembly .......
Mainsha{t
14-130
14-132
Disassembly/lnspection/Reassembly ....... 14-133
Inspection ................. 14-134
Countershaft
Disassembly/lnspection/Reassembly,..,.., l4-136
Disassembly/Reassembly ..,...,..,.........,,.. 1 4-1 37
Inspection ......,...,..,... 14-138
One-way Clutch
Disassembly/lnspection/Reassembly ....,.. 14-141
Sub-shaft
Disassembly/lnspection/Reassembly ...,,..'14-142
Disassembly/Reassembly ....................... 1 4- l 43
Sub-shaft Bearings
Replacement ,..,,.,,..,.. 14-144
Clutch
lllustrated Index ................................... I 4-1 45
Disassembly ............. 14-144
Reassembly .............. 14-150
Torque Converter Housing Bearings
Mainshaft Bearing/Oil Seal
Replacement ......... 14-154
Countershaft Bearing Replacement ......... 1 4- 1 55
Transmission Housing Bearings
Mainshaft/Countershaft BearingReplacement ......,.. 14-'156
Sub-shaft Bearing Replacement .,............ 1 4-1 57
Reverse ldler Gear
Installation .........-..... 14-158
Parking Brake Stop
Inspection/Adjustment .......................... 1 4-1 58
Transmission
Reassembly .............. 14-160
Torque Converler/Drive Plate ..............,.,,.,, 1 4-1 67
Transmission
Installation ............... 14-168
Cooler Flushing ......... 14-172
ATF Cooler Hoses
Connection ,..,,,....,,.,, '14-'174
*shift cable
Removal/lnstallation . . .. .... ... .... ... .... .. . ... .. 14-'l75
Adjustment ,..,...,,,,.,, 14-'116*Shilt lever
Disassembly/Reassembly ....................... 1 4-'17 7'Shift Indicator Panel
Adjustment .............. 14-178
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The automatic transmission is a combination of a 3-element torque converter and triple-shalt electronically controlled
automatic transmission which provides 4 speeds forward and 1 speed reverse. The entire unit is positioned in line with
the engrne.
Torque Converter, Gears, and Clutches
The torque converter consists of a pump, turbine, and stator, assembled in sigle unit. The torque converter is connected to
the engine crankshaft so they turn torether as a unit as the engine turns. Around the outside of the torque convener is a
ring gear which meshes with the starter pinion when the engine is being started. The entire torque converter assembly
serves as a flywheel while transmitting power to the transmission mainshaft.
The transmission has three parallel shafts; the mainshaft. the countershaft, and the sub shaft. The mainshaft is in-line with
the engine crankshaft.
The mainshaft includes the 1st, and 2ndl4th clutches,and gear for 3rd, 2nd, 4th, reverse, and 1st. (3rd gear is integral with
the mainshaft, while reverse gear is integral with the 4th gear.)
The countershaft includes the 3rd clutch and gears for 3rd,2nd, 4th, reverse, 1st, and parking. Reverse and 4th gears can
be loched to the countershaft at its center,providing 4th gear or reverse, depending on which way the selector is moved.
The sub-shaft includes the 1st-hold clutch and gears fo 1st and 4th.
The gears on the mainshaft are in constant mesh with those on the countersahft and sub-shaft.When certain combinations
of gears in the transmission are engaged by clutches. power in transmitted from the mainshaft to the countershaft via the
sub-shaft to orovude oil, lo'1. E, E. and E.
Electronic Control
The electronic control svstem consists of the Transmission Control Module (TCM), sensors, and four solenoid valves.
Shilting and lock-up are electronically controlled for comfortable driving under all conditions.
The TCM is located below the dashboard, behind the lelt side kick panel on the driver's side.
Hydraulic Control
The valve bodies include the main valve body, the secondary valve body, the regulator valve body, the serbvo body, and
the lock-up valve body, through the respective separator plates, They are bolted to the torque converter housing,
The main valve body contains the manual valve, the 1-2 shift valve, the 2-3 shitt valve, the Clutch Pressure Control
lCPC) valve, the 4th exhaust valve, the reliel valve, and the ATF pump gears.
The secondary valve body contains the 4-3 kick-down valve, the 3-2 kick-down valve, the 2-3 orifice control valve, the
3-4 shift valve, the orilice control valve, the modulator valve, and the servo control valve.
The regulator valve body contains the pressure regulator valve, the lock-up control valve, the torque converter check
valve, and the cooler check valve.
The servo body contains the servo valve, which is integrated with shift fork shaft, the throttle valve B, and the accumula-
tors.
The lock-up valve body contains the lock-up shift valve and the lock-up timing B valve, and is bolted to the regulator valve
ooqy.
Fluid from the regulator passes through the manual valve to the various control valves.
Shift Control Mechanism
Input to the TCM from various sensors located throughout the car determines which shift control solenoid valve should
be activated. Activating a shitt control solenoid valve changes modulator pressure, causing a shift valve to move. This
pressurizes a line to one ol the clutches, engaging that clutch and its corresponding gear.
Lock-uD Mechanism
In @ position, in 2nd, 3rd and 4th, and @ position in 3rd, pressurized fluid can be drained lrom the back oI the tor-
que converter through a fluid passage, causing the lock-up piston to be held against the torque converter cover. As this
takes place, the mainshaft rotates at the same speed as the engine crankshaft. Together with hydraulic control, the TCM
optimizes the timing of the lock-up mechanism.
The lock-up valves controlthe range of lock-up according to lock-up control solenoid valves A and B, and throttle valve B.
When lock-up control solenoid valves A and B activate, modulator pressure changes. Lock-up control solenoid valves
A and B are mounted on the torque converter housing, and are controlled by the TCM.
(cont'd)