Lubricants and Fluids
For details of lubrication points and type of lubricants to be applied, refer to the illustrated index and various work
ures {such as Assemoverhaul. lnstallation. etc.) contained in each section.
NO.LUBBICATION POINTSLUBBICANT
1E ng ineHonda Motor Oil (P/N 08798-9023). The oil container
must disolav the API Cenification seal shown below.
Make sure it says "For Gasoline Engines." SAE
Viscositv: See chart below.
2TransmissionHonda MTF*' (P/N 08798-9016)
3Brake svstem (includes ABS line)Honda DOT 3 Brake Fluid*' (P/N 08798-9008)
4Clutch line
5
6
Release fork (manual transmissionl
Throftle cable end (throttle Iink)
Super High Temp Urea Grease {P/N 08798-9002)
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Shift and select cable ends (manual
transmission)
Throttle cable end (dashboard lower panel hole)
Silicone grease
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10
111'
14
16
17
Brake booster clevis
CIutch booster clevis
Shift lever pivot
Pedal linkage
Battery terminals
Fuel f ill door
Hood hinges and hood latch
Hatch hinges
Door hinoes, uoDer and lower
Multi-purpose grease
18Caliper piston boot, caliper pins and bootsHonda CaliDer Grease (P/N 08C30-80234lvl)
19Air conditioning compressorCompressoroil: SP-10 (P/N 38897-P13-A01AH or
38899-P'13-A01)
For refriqerant; HFC'134 a (R-134 a)
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Recommond6d Engine OilEngine oilviscosily for amb enttemperalure fanges
-30 -20 -10 0 t0 20
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Always use Honda Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF). Using motor oii can cause stiffer shifting because it does
not contain the Drooer additives.
Always use Honda DOT 3 Brake Fluid. Using a non-Honda brake fluid can cause corrosion and decrease the life of
the system.
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Maintenance Schedule
Listed by Distance/Time for Normal Conditions
This two page l/lanitenance Schedule outlines the minimun required maintenance. Service at the indicated distance or time, whichever comesfirst. use the lvlaintenance Schedule for Severe conditions if the vehicle meets any of the qualifiers in the Severe Conditions schedule or if thevehicle is normally driven in Canada.
Inspect valve clearance. (cold) (see page 6-321r Intake: 0.21-0.25 mm (0.008 0.010 in.) Exhaust: 0.28 0.32 mm (0.011 0.013 in.)Replace spark plugs. Use IZFR6K'11 (NGK) or SKJ20DR-M11 (DENSO).1.0 1.1 mm
! Do items in A,B, alqq.,
120,000 mi/ 192,000 km/ 6 yearsI Replace transmission fluid.Use Honda MTF (see page 13-3).
/ / Y vcdrs120,000 mil 192,000Beplace coolant (see page 10 6). Capacity: 5.0 0 (5.3 US qt). Use Honda All Season Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2.
According to state and lederal regulations, tailure to do the maintenance items marked with an asterisk {*) will not void the customer'semissions warranties, However, Honda recommends that all maintenance services be done at the recommended interval to ensure long-termreliability.
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Maintenance Schedule
Listed by Distance/Time for Severe Conditions
Service at the indicated distance or time, whichever comes first. Use this schedule if the vehicle is driven MAINLY in Canada or in any of thetollowing conditions; il only OCCASIONALLY driven in these conditions, use the Normal Conditions schedule (see page 3-4).Severe Driving Conditions. Driving less than 5 miles {8 km) per trip or, in freezing temperatures, driving less than 10 miles (16 km) per trip. Driving in extremely hot (over 90"F/32"C) conditions. Extensive idl;ng or long periods of stop and go driving, such as a taxi or a commercial delivery vehicle.. Trailer towing, driving with a car-top carrier, or driving in mountainous conditions.. Driving on muddy, dusty, or de'iced roads
Replace transmission fluid. Use Honda MTF {see page 13 3).
Inspect valve clearance. (cold) (see page 6 32): lntake: 0.21 0.25 mm (0.008 0.010 in.) Exhaust: 0.28 0.32 mm (0.011 0.013 in.)Replace spark plugs.Use IZFR6K 1 1 (N GK) or SKJ20DR'M 1 1 {DENSO)
km/ 6 yearsReplace transmission fluid. Use Honda MTF (see page 13 3).
mil 192,000 km/ 10 years, then every 60,000 mi/ 96,000 km/ 5 yearsReplace coolant (see page 10-6). Capacity: 5.0 015.3 US qt) Use Honda All Season Antifreeze/coo lant Type 2.
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Maintenance Schedule
Service atthe indicated distance ortime,whichever comes first.miles x 1,000t020304050708090 100110r20
km x 1,000163248648096112128144 160192
months12243486012
Replace engine oilooooaooaaoOa
Rotate tires{Check tire intlation and condition at least once per month)
Replace engine oil filterooaaaa
Inspect front and rear brakes
Check parking brake adjustment
Visually inspect the following items:. Tie-rod ends, steering gearbox and boots. Suspension components. Driveshaft boots. Brake hoses and lines (including ABSi. Allfluid levels and condition of{luids. Exhaust system*. Fuel lines and connections*
Inspect and adjust drive beltaaaa
Replace dust and pollen filter
Reolace transmission fluid
Servicethe following items at the recommended intervals
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Replace air cleaner elementEvery 30,000 miles (48,000 km)
Replace spark plugsEvery 110,000 miles (176,000 Lm)
Inspect valve clearanceInspect every 110,000 miles {176,000 km), otherwise adiusl only if noisy.
Inspect idle speed*Every 160.000 mr es 1256,000 km) or 8 years
Replace engine coolantAt 120,000 miles (192,000 km) or 10 years, then every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 5
Replace brake fluidEvery 3 years
Listed by Maintenance ltem for Normal Conditions
Follow the Normal Schedule if the severe driving conditions specified in the lMaintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions on the next page do
not apply, and if only OCCASIONALLY driven in severe driving conditions.Follow the Severe Conditions schedule if the vehicle is driven MAINLY in Canada.
* : According to state and lederal regulations, failure to do the maintenance items marked with asterisk (*) will not void customer's emissions
warranties. However, Honda recommends that all maintenance service be done at the recommended interval to ensure long-term reliability-
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Listed by Maintenance ltem for Severe Conditions
Use this schedule if the vehicle is driven MAINLY in Canada or in anv of the followina conditions.NOTE: it only OCCASIONALLY driven in theseconditions, use the Normal Conditions schedute.Sovere Driving Conditions. Driving less than 5 miles (8 km) per trip or, in lreezing temperatures, driving less than. Driving in extremely hot over 90 "F 132 'C)conditions.10 miles (16 km) per trip.
. Extensive idling, or long periods ot stop-and-go-driving, such as a taxi or a commercial delivery vehicle.. Trailer towing, driving with a cartop carrier, or driving in mountainous conditions.. Driving on muddy, dusty, or de iced roads.
Service at the indicated distance or time,whichever comes first.miles x 1,000102030405060708090100110120
km x 1,0001648648096112128144160176192
months122436486072
Replace engine oilReplace every 5,000 miies 18,000 km)or 6 months
Rotate tires{Checktire intlation and condition at leastonce per monthiaoaaoaaoaaao
Replace engine oil fiher
Inspect front and rear brakes
Lubricate all locks, hinges, and latches
Visually inspect the following items:. Tie rod ends, steering gearbox and boots. Suspension components' Driveshaft boots
Checl parking brale adjuslmentaaOaoa
Visually inspect the following items:. Brake hoses and lines {including ABSi. Allfluid levels and condition oflluids. Exhaust system*. Fuel lines and connections*. Lights and controls, vehicle underbody
Inspect and adjust drive behoaoa
Replace dust and pollen filter"o't'
Replace transmission lluidaa
Service the following items atthe recommended interuals
Replace air cleaner elementEvery 15,000 miies (24,000 km) in dusty conditions, otheMise use normal schedule.
Replace spark plugsEvery 110,000 miles (176,000 km)
Inspect valve clearanceInspect every 110,000 miles (176,000 km), otheMise adiust only if noisy.
Inspect idle speed'Every 160,000 miles (256,000 km)or8 vears
Replace engine coolantAt 120,000 miles (192,000 km) of 10 years,lhen every 60,000 miles (96,000 km)or 5
Replace brake fluidEvery 3 years
* : According to state and federal regulations, failure to do the maintenance items marked with asterisk 1*)will not void customer's emissionswarranties. However, Honda recommends that all maintenance service be done at the recommended interval to ensure long{erm reliabilitv.
NOTE 1: Replace the dust and pollen filter at 15,000 miles/24,000 km if the vehicle is driven mostly in urban areas that have high concentrationsof soot in the air from industrv and diesel-Dowered vehicles.
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Starter Circuit Troubleshooting
NOTE:. Airtemperature must be between 59'and 100'F (15'
and 38'C) during this procedure.
. After this test, or any subsequent repair, reset the
engine controle module (ECM) to clear any diagnostlc
trouble codes (DTCS) {see page 11-4).. The battery must be in good condition and fully
charged.. lf you disconnect the baftery, do the ECM idle learn
procedure (see page 11-139).
Recommended Procedure:. Use a starter system tester.. Connect and operate the equipment in accordance
with the manuf acturer's instructions.
Alternate Procedure
1. Hook up the following equipment:. Ammeter, 0 400 A. Voltmeter, 0 20 V (accurate within 0.1 volt). Tachometer,0 1200 rpm
2.Remove the No. 17 (15A) fuse from the under-dash
fuse/relay box.
With the clutch pedal pressed, turn the ignition
switch to start (lll).
Did the starter crank the engine normally?
YES-The starting system is OK.I
NO-Go to step 4.
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4. Check the battery condition. Check electrical
connections at the battery, the negative baftery
cable to body, the engine ground cables and the
starter for looseness and corrosion. Then try
starting the engine again.
Did the statter crank the engine?
YES Repairing the loose connection fixed the
problem. The starting system is now OK.!
NO lf starterwill notcranktheengine atall, goto
step 5. lf it cranks the engine erratically or too
slowly, go to step 7. lf it won't disengage from the
flywheel ring gear when you release the key, check
for the following until you find the cause.
. Solenoid plunger and switch malfunction. Dirty drive gear or damaged overrunning clutch
5. Make sure the transmission is in neutral, then
disconnect the starter subharness 1P connector (A)
from the engine wire harness 'lP connector (B).
Connect a jumper wire from the battery positive
terminal to the starter subharness 'l P connector.
Did the starter crank the engine?
YES-Go to step 6.
NO Check the BLK,ANHT wire between the starter
subharness 1P connector and the starter. lf wire is
OK, remove the starter, and repair or replace as
necessary.
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18.
19.
Remove the drive belt (see page 4-26).
Remove the lvC line mounting bolt.
20. Remove the radiator cap.
21. Raise the hoist to full height.
22. Remove the front tires/wheels.
23. Remove the splash shield.
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24. Loosen the drain plug in the radiatorto drain the
engine coolant (see page 10-6).
25. Drain the transmission fluid (see page 13'3).
26. Drain the engine oil {see page 8-5).
27. Disconnect the stabilizer links (see page 18-18).
28. Disconnect the suspension lower arm ball joints
(see step 3 on page 18-19).
29. Remove the driveshafts {see page 16-3). Coat all
precision finished surfaces with clean engine oil.
Tie plastic bags over the driveshaft ends.
30. Disconnect the air fuel ratio {4,/F) sensor connector
(A) and secondary heated oxygen sensor
(secondary HO2S) connector (B), then remove the
three way catalytic converter {TWC) assembly {C).
31. Remove the lower hose.
(cont'd)
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Engine Assembly
Engine Removal (cont'd)
32. Lower the hoist.
33. Remove the upper hose (A)and heater hoses (B).
34. Bemove the radiator (see page 10-10).
35. Attach the chain hoist to the engine as shown.
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36. Remove the transmission mount bracket support
bolt and nuts.
37. Remove the upper bracket mounting bolt and nut.
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