Lubrication Points
No. LUBRICAnON POINTSLUBRICANT
1 E^g,neAPI Service Grade: Use SJ "Energy Conserving" orSH "Energy Conserving ll" grade oil,The oil container may also display the API Certificationmark shown below. Make sure it savs "For GasolineEngines. "
SAE Viscositv: See chart below.
2TransmissionManualHonda Genuine MTF*1
AutomaticGenuine Honda Premium Formula AutomaticTransmission Fluid (ATF)*,
Brake line (lncludes Anti-lock brake line)Genuine Honda DOT3 Brake Fluid13
Clutch lineGenuine Honda DOT3 Brake Fluid*3
Power steering gearboxSteering grease P/N 08733 - 8070E
Release fork lManual transmission)Sup€r High Temp Urea Grease (P/N 08798 - 9002)
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Throttle wire end (Dashboard lower oanel hole)Cruise control actuator wire end(Dashboard lower Danel hole)Silicone grease
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11
14
Throttle cable end (Throttle link)Cruise control actuator cable end (Actuator link)Brake master cvlinder oushrodClutch master cylinder pushrod
Battery terminals
Fuel fill lid
Multi-purpose grease
to
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18
Engin6 hood hinges and engine hood latchHatch hinges 8od latch or trunk hinges and latchDoor hjnges, upper and lowerDoor ooen detent
Honda White Lithium Grease
19Rear b.ake calipersSilicone grease
20Power steering systemGenuine Honda Power Steering Fluid-V or S*.
21Ai|' conditioning compressorRefrigerant oii ND-O|L8 {P/N38897 - PR7 - A01AH or38899-PR7-A01)(For Refrigerant: HFC-134a (R- 134a))
API SERVICE LABELAPI CERTIFICATION SEAL
Recommended engine oilEngin€ oil viscosity lorambrent lemperature ranges
r(For the details of lubrication points and type of lubricants to be applied, refer to the illustrated index and various work Dro-cedure (such as Assembly/Reassembly, Replacement, Overhaul, Installation. etc.) contained in each section,
*1: Always use Genuine Honda Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF). Using motor oil can cause stiffer shifting because itdoes not contain the proper addtuves.*2: Always use Genuine Honda Premium Formula Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF). Using a non-Honda ATF can affectshift quality.*3: Always use Genuine Honda DOT 3 B.ake Fluid, Using a non-Honda brake fluid can cause corrosion and decrease thelife of the system.'4: Always use Genuine Honda Power Steering Fluid-V or S. Using any other type of power steering fluid or automatictransmission fluid can cause increase v,/ear and poor steering in cold weather.
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Engine Removal/lnstallation
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26. Remove the upper and lower radiator hoses and the
heater hoses.
81881, B18C5 engines:
LOWCR RADIATORHOSE
HEATERHOSE
HEATERHOSE
LOWER RADIATORHOSE, UPPER RADIAToRHOSE
UPPER RADIATOR
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t27. lAutomatic transmission) Remove the ATF cooler
hoses.
Remove the radiator assembly (see page 10-5).
Remove the A,/C compressor.
. Do not disconnect Ay'C hoses.
8 x 1.25 mm24 N.rn 12.4 kgl.m, 17 lbf.ft)
24.
29.
HOSES
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INOTE:
. Apply liqujd gasket to the mating surfaces ot the right
side cover and oil pump housing before installing
them.
. Use liquid gasket,
0003.
. Clea n the oil pan
installing it.
B18Bl engine:
Part No. 087'18 - 0001 or 08718 -
gasket mating surfaces before
Lubricate all internal parts with engine oil during
reassemDly.
6x1.0mm12 N.m {1.2 kg{.m,8.7 lbt.ft}
6x1.0mm11 N.m 11.1 kg'f.m,8 lbt.ftl
OIL SCREEN
DEAIN PLUG4il N.m 14.5 kgt m,33 tbtft)
BAFFLE PLATE
6x1.0mm1'l N.m (1.1 kgt.m,8 rbr.ftl
OIL PAN
O.FING
CAP
DOWEL PINS
WASHERReplace.
GASKETReplace.
6x1.0mm11 N.m (1.1 kgl.m, 8 lbl.ft)
12 x 1.0 mm103 Nm 110.5ks{.m,76lbf.ft}
MANUAL TRANSMISSIONFLYWHEEL
12 x 1.0 mm74 N.m 17.5 kgf.m,54lbf.tr)Torque sequence, page 7-7
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
WASHERcovERsGASKETReplace.
11 x 1.5 mm76 N.m17.8 kgt m, 56 lbtft)Apply engine oilto the boltthreads and the washers.NOTE: After torquingeach cap, turn crankshaftto check for binding.
ORIVE PLATECheck for cracks.
Apply liquid gasketto block mating surface.
CRANKSHAFTEnd play, page 7-12Runout, Taper, andOut-of'Round, page 7-13Installation, page 7-26
MAIN AEARINGRadialclearance, page 7 8Selection, page 7'8NOTE: New main bearingsmust be selected by matchingcrank and block identificationmarkrngs.
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RIGHTSIDE COVER
THRUST WASHERSGrooved sides face outward.NOTE: Thrust washer thicknessis fixed and must not be changedby grinding or shamming.
8 x 1.25 mm21 N..n l2.1kga'r, ,17 tbf.ft)
OIL SEALInstallation, page 8-1 1Apply engineorl.Replace.
Apply liquid gasket
to block matingsurface,
6x1.0mm11 N.m t1.lilh{.m,I lbf.ft}(cont'd)
lllustrated Index
!$!!@ sv"t"m is under high plessure when the
engine is hot, To avoid dangei of releasing scalding
engine coolant, remove the cap only when engine is cool.
Total Cooling System Capacity {lncluding heater and
leservoir)
Bl8Bl engine:
MIT: 6.4 l. {6.8 US qt, 5.6 lmp qt)
Ant 6.7 t (7.1 US qt,5.9 lmp qt)
B18C1, 818C5 engines:
Mfi:6.7 t (7.1 US qt, 5.9 lmp qt)
CAUTION: lf any engine cgolant spills on painted por-
tions of the body, rinse it off immediately.
NOTE:
a Check all cooling system hoses for damage, leaks or
deterioration and replace il necessary.
a Check all hose clamps and retighten if necessary.
a Use new O-rings when reassembling.
RADIATOREngine coolant refilling and bleeding,page 10-6Leak test, page 10 8Inspecl soldered joints andseams for leaks,RAOIATOR CAPPressure test, page 10-8
UPPERRADIA
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CONDENSERFAN SHROUD{s€o section 22)
6 x 1.0 mm7 N.m {0.7 kgl.m, 5 lbf'ftl
5x0.8mm4.4 N.m (0.45 kgl.m,3.3 tbt.ft)
Blow out dirt from betweencore fins with compressed air.lf insects, etc., are cloggingradiator, wash them o{f withlow paessure water,
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M/T: Manual lransmissionA/T: Automatic transmissionATF: Automatic t.ansmission fluid
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ldle Control System
Check lor a 3hon in the wiro IATPPN linel:1. Turn the ignition switch OFF.2. Disconnect the 10P connectorfrom the gauge assembly.3. Disconnect the 26P connectorfrom the TCM.4. Turn the ignition switch ON (ll).
5. Mea su re voltage betweenECM connector terminals C29and A9.
Automatic Transaxle {A/T) Gear Position Signal
1 1-106r.
This signals the ECM when the transmission is in Park or neutral.
(To page 11-107)
Check the oparation ot the A/Tg6ar posilion switch:1. Turn the ignition switch ON (ll).
2. observe the A/T shitt position
indicator and select each Posi'tion separately.
560 the A/T go.r position indice-tor inroection lseo section 141.
Check tor r 3hort in tho wiro (ATP
PN lino):1. Iurn the ignition switch OFF.2. Disconnect the ECM connec-tor C (31P).
3. Check for continuity betweenbody ground and ECM con'nector terminal C29.
ls there approx.5 V?
Rcpair short in the wir6 batwoentho ECM lc29l and the gauge
6er$lv.
Substitute a known-90od ECMand rccheck. lf prescribed volt-ago is now avail.ble, rcplacc thooriginal ECM.
,PN
GRN/
LGIIBRN/BLKI
ATP PN
ILT GRN/BLKI
Wire side of temale terminals
12355It0
11 1213t319
2A29/,a
I ArP
d llr (
Il/BLKI
Transaxle
Clutch ...........12-1
Manual Transmission ............................ 13-1
Automatic Transmission ....................... 1 4-1
Differential
Manual Transmission
B1881 engine ................................... 15-1
818C1 engine ................................... 15-9
B18C5 engine .............. 15-19
Automatic Transmission ................. .. 15-27
Driveshafts ... 16-1
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.
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