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PCV System
DTC Troubleshooting
DTC P1505: PCV Air Leakage
1. Reset the ECM (see page 11-4).
2. Start the engine. Hold the engine at 3,000 rpm with
no load (in neutral) until the radiator fan comes on
3. Let the engine idle tor al least 40 seconds with the
throttle fully closed.
4. Check for a DTC P1505 with the scan tool
ls DTC P1505 indicated?
YES-Check these parts for vacuum leaks l
. PCV valve. PCV hose. EVAP canister purge valve
. Throttle body. Brake booster hose
NO - Intermittent failure, system is OK at this
time.l
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DTC Pl456: EVAP Control(Fuel Tank Svstem)
System Leakage
The fuel system is designed to allow specified
maximum vacuum and pressure conditions. Do not
deviate from the vacuum and pressure tests as
indicated in these procedures. Excessive pressure/
vacuum would damage the EVAP components or cause
eventual fuel tank failure.
Special Tools Required
Vacuum Pump/Gauge, 0-30 in. Hg A973X-041-XXXXX
This is a two-trip code. Once cleared, it cannot be
reproduced in one trip. Also, cenain specific driving
and ambient conditions must occur before the ECM will
complete the system checks. Additional test drives may
still not meet the specific conditions needed to
reproduce the code.
Follow these troubleshooting procedures carefully to
ensure the integrity of the system and to confirm the
cause of the problem or code.
NOTE: Fresh fuel has a higher volatility that createsgreater pressure/vacuum. The optimum condltlon for
testing is fresh fuel, and must be less than a full tank. lf
possible, to assist in leak detection, add 1 gallon of
fresh fuel to the tank (as long as it will not fill the tank).just before starting these procedures.
Fuel Fill Cap Check
1. Check the fuel fill cap (the cap must say "lf not
tightened 3 clicks check engine light may come
on" ).
ls the proper luel till cap installed and properly
tightened?
YES Go to step 2.
NO- Replace or tighten the cap.I
2. Check the fuel fill cap seal.
ls the tuel fill cap seal missing or damaged?
YES- Replace the fuel fill cap.I
NO The fuelfill cap is OK. Go to step 3.
EVAP Canister Purge Valve Test
3. Disconnect the vacuum hose from the EVAP
canister purge valve (A), and connect a vacuum
oumo to the hose.
A973X-041-XXXXX
Turn the ignition switch ON (ll).
Apply vacuum to the hose.
Does the valve hold vacuum?
YES-The EVAP canister purge valve is OK. Go to
step 11.
NO-Go to step 6.
Turn the ignition switch OFF.
Disconnect the EVAP canister purge valve 2P
connecror.
5.
7.
{cont'd)
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28.
29.
ls thete continuity?
YES-Go to step 28.
NO-Replace the EVAP canister vent shut valve (A)
and o-ring (B).1
Disconnect ECM connector E (31P).
Check for continuity between EVAP canister vent
solenoid valve 2P connector terminal No. 2 and
body ground.
EVAP CANISTER VENT SHUTVALVE 2P CONNECTOR
Wire side o{ female terminals
ls there continuity?
YES-Repair short in the wire between the EVAP
canister vent shut valve and the ECM (E21).1
NO Update the ECM if it does not have the latest
soflware, or substitute a known-good ECM, then
recheck (see page 11-6). lf the symptom/indication
goes away with a known-good ECM, replace the
original ECM.I
30.
Vacuum Hoses and Connections Test
Do the fuel tank vapor control valve test (see page
1 1-187).
ls the fuel tank vapot control valve OK?
YES-Go to step 31.
NO Replace the fueltank vapor control valve.l
Tighten the fuel cap 3 "clicks", then monitorthe
FTP sensor readings with the Honda PGM Tester.
Start the engine. and let it idle for 5 minutes.
Check the FTP sensor readings.
ls the reading above 0.5 kpa (4 mm Hg, 0.16 in.
Hg) pressure, or about 3 V?
YES Update the ECM if it does not have the latest
software, or substitute a known-good ECM, then
recheck {see page 1 1-6). lf the symptom/indication
goes away with a known-good ECfvl, replace the
original ECM.t
NO Check the following parts for leaks:l
. Fueltank (A)
. Fuel fill cap (B)
. Fuel fill pipe (C)
. Fueltank vapor control valve(D). Fueltank vapor recirculation valve (E)
. Fueltank vapor recirculation tube (F)
. Fueltank vapor signaltube (G)
. Fueltank vapor control venttube(H). FTP sensor (J)
- Repair or replace any leaking parts.
5t.
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Clutch
Clutch Pedal, Clutch
Adjustment
NOTE:. To check the clutch pedal position switch(see page 4-45).. To check the clutch interlock switch (see page 4-6).. Remove the driver's side floor mat before adjusting
the clutch pedal.. The clutch is self-adjusting to compensate for wear.. lf there is no clearance betweenthe mastercylinderpiston and push rod, the release bearing will be held
against the diaphragm spring. which can result in
clutch slippage or other clutch problems.
1. Loosen the clutch pedal position switch locknut (A),
and back off the clutch pedal position switch (B)
until it no longer touches the clutch pedal (C).
J9.8 N.m(1.0 kgf.m,7.2 lbf.ft)
A9.8 N.m11.0 kgf.m, 7.2 lbf.ft)
o18 N.m{1.8 kgf.m,13 tbf.ftl
Loosen the clutch push-rod locknut (D). and turn
the push rod (E) in or out to get the specified height(F), stroke (G). free play (H) and disengagement
height (l) atthe clutch pedal.
Clutch PedalStroke: 130 140 mm(5.12 5.51 in.l
Clutch Pedal Free Play: l0 16 mm (0.39-0.63 in.)
Clutch Pedal Height: 193 mm (7.60 in.)
Disengagement
Height: 115 mm (4.53 in.)
Between Floor And
Carpet Height(Approximate Valuel: 38 mm {1.50 in.l
12-4
Pedal Position Switch, and Clutch Interlock Switch
3. Tighten the clutch push-rod locknut (D).
4. With the clutch pedal released. turn the clutchpedal position switch (B) in until it contacts the
clutch pedal (C).
5. Turn the clutch pedal position switch {B) in an
additional 3/4 to 1 turn.
6. Tighten the clutch pedal position switch locknut (A).
7. Loosen locknut (J)and the clutch interlock switch(K).
8. Press the clutch pedal to the floor.
9. Release the clutch pedal 10 'l6mm(0,39 0.63in.)
from the fully pressed position, and hold it there.
Adjust the position of the clutch interlock switch (K)
so that the engine will start with the clutch pedal in
thls position.
10. Tighten the clutch interlock switch locknut (J).
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Transmission Fluid Inspection and
Replacement
'1. Park the vehicle on level ground, and turn the
engine OFF.
2. Remove the oilfiller plug (A) and washer (B), check
the condition of the fluid, and make sure the fluid is
at the proper level (C).
lf the transmission fluid is diny, remove the drain
plug (D) and drain the fluid.
A44 N.m{4.5 kgt.m,33 rbr.ftl
Reinstall the drain plug with a new washer, and
refill the transmission fluid to the proper level.
Oil Capacity
1.5 0 (1.6 US (F) at tluid change
1.7 0 {1.8 US qt) at overhaul
Always use Honda Manual Transmission Fluid
(MTF). Using motor oil can cause stiffer shifting
and noise because it does not contain the proper
additives.
Reinstall the oil filler plug with a new washer.5.
13-3
Back-Up Light Switch Test
1. Disconnectthe back-up light switch (A) connector.
Check for continuity between the back up light
swilch 2P connector No. 1 and No.2 terminals.
There should be continuity when the shift lever is in
reverse.
lf necessary, replace the back-up light switch.
Apply liquid gasket (P/N 08718-0001), and install it
on the transmission housing.
2.
3.
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Manual Transmission
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12 x 1.25 mm64 N.m{6.5 ksf.m,47 tbf.ft)
30.
Transmission Removal (cont'd)
Pull the transmission away from the engine until
the transmission mainshaft clears the clutchpressure plate, then lower the transmission on the
transmission jack.
Remove the transmission rear mount (A) and the
transmission rear mount bracket {B).
Remove the boot (A), the release fork {B). and the
release bearing (C) from the transmission (D).
32.
13-8
Transmission Installation
Special Tools Required. Engine hanger adapter, 2.0 to 2.4 liter VS802C000015. E ngine hanger VS802C000018. Engine support hanger, A & Reds AAR-T-12566". subframe adaDter EoS02c000011* Available through the Honda Tool and Equipment
Program 888-424-6857
1. Check the two dowel pins are installed in the clutch
housr ng.
Apply super high temp urea grease (P/N 08798-
9002) to the release fork (A) and the release bearing(B). Installthe release fork and the release bearing.
0.4 1.0 g {0.01 0.04 ozl
3. Installthe transmission rear mount bracket (A)and
the transmission rear mount (B).
x 1.25 mmN m {6.5 kgf.m,
Place the transmission on the transmission iack.
and raise it to the engine level.
't2
6447
1.0 '1.6 g{0.04 0.06 oz)
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28. Connect the transmission ground cable (A).
8 x 1.25 mm
B
22 N.m (2.2 kgf.m, 16lbf.ft)
[---.-.---e
e
6x1,0mm9.8 N.m{1.0 kgl m. 7 lbf ftl
29.
30.
8x125mm22Nm12.2 kgt m, 16 lbf ft)
lnstall the battery tray (B).
Installthe intake air duct (see step 36 on page 5-14).
Installthe air cleaner housing (see step 39 on page
5-15).
Installthe intake manifold cover (see step 41 on
page 5-15).
Install the battery. Connectthe positive (+) cable
first, then the negative (-)cable to the battery.
Reflllthe transmission fluid (see page 13-3).
Test-drive the vehicle.
Check the clutch operation.
Check the front wheel alignment (see page 18-4).
Enter the anti-theft code for the radio, then enter
the customer's radio station presets.
Do the engine control module (ECM) idle learn
procedure (see page 11-139).
32.
33.
34.
35.
36.
31.
38.
39.
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Steering
Steering Wheel Rotational Play
Check
1. Turn the front wheels to the straight ahead position.
2. Measure how far you can turn the steering wheel
left and right without moving the front wheels.
. lf the play is within the limit, the gearbox and
linkage are OK.. lf the playexceedsthe limit, adjustthe rack guide
{see page '17-13). lf the play is still excessive after
rack guide adjustment, inspect the steering
linkage and gearbox {see page 17-5).
BOTATIONAL PLAY: 0 10 mm (0-0.39 in.l
+:
17-4
Power Assist Check
Start the engine, and let it idle.
Attach a commercially available spring scale to the
steering wheel. With the engine idling and the
vehicle on a clean, dry floor, pull the scale as
shown, and read it as soon as the tires begin to turn.
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1.
3. lf the scale reads no morethan 29 N (3.0 kgf,6.6 lbf),
the power assist is OK. lf it reads more, check these
items:
. Front tire pressure. Steering linkage (see page 17-5). Rack gulde adjustment (see page 17-13). EPS system (see page 17-18)