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ItemMeasur6mentOualificationStandard or NewService Limit
HeadWarpage0.05 mm {0.002 in.)
Height'103.95 104.05 mm
(4.093 4.096 in.)
CamshaftEnd play0.05 0.20 mm (0.002 0.008 in.)0.4 mm (0.02 in.)
Camshaft to holder oil clearanceNo.l journal0.030 0.069 mm
{0.001 0.003 in.)
0.15 mm {0.006 in.)
No.2,3, 4,5
journals
0.060 0.099 mm
(0.002- 0.004 in.)
0.15 mm (0.006 in.)
Total runout0.03 mrn (0.001 in.) max.0.04 mm {0.002 in.)
Cam lobe heightIntake, primary33.925 mm (1.3356 in.)
Intake,29.638 mm (l.1668 in.)
Exhaust34.092 mm (1.3422 in.)
clearance (cold)lntake0.21 0.2s mm 10.008 0.010 in.)
Exhaust0.28 0.32 mm (0.011 0.013 in.)
Stem O.D-lnlaKe5.475 5.485 mm 10.2156 0.2159 in.)5.445 mm (0.214 in.)
Exhaust5.450 5.460 mm (0.2146 0.2150 in )5.42 mm (0.213 in.)
Stem-to-gLride clearancelntake0.030 0.055 mm (0.0012 0.0022in.|0.08 mm (0.003 in.)
Exhaust0.055 0.080 mm (0.0022 0.0031 in )0.11 mm (0.004 in.)
lntake1.25 1.55 mm (0.049 0.061 in.)2.00 mm {0.079 in.)
Exhaust1.25 1.55 mm (0.049 0.061 in.)2.00 mm {0.079 in.)
stem installed heightlntake40.8- 41.0 mm (1.606 1.614in.)
Exhaust54.6 54.8 mm (2.150 2.157 in.)
Valve springsFree lengthlntake47.61 mm (1.874 in.)
Exhaust49.64 mm (1.954 in.)
Valve guidesLD.Intake5.515 5.530 mm
|.0.2171 0.2117 4n.1
5.55 mm (0.219 in.)
Exhaust5.515 5.530 mm
\0.2111 0.2177 in.l
5.55 mm {0.219 in.)
Installed heightlntaKe15.2 "16.2 mm (0.598 0.638in.)
Exhaust15.5 16.5 mm (0.610 0.650 in.)
Rocker armsArm-to-shaft clearancelntaKe0.025 0.052 mm
(0.00'10 0.0020 in.)
0.08 mm (0.003 in.)
Exhaust0.018 0.056 mm
(0.0007 0.0022 in.)
0.08 mm (0.003 in.)
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Engine oilCapacity5.3 0 (5.6 US qt)for engine overhaul
4.2 0 (4.4 US qt) for oil change, including filter
4.0 0 (4.2 US qt)for oil change, without filter
Oilpumplnner-to outer rotor clearance0.02 0.16 mm {0.001 0.006 in.)0.20 mm (0.008 in.)
Pump housing to outer rotor
clearance
0-15 0.21 mm {0.006-0.008 in.)0.23 mm (0.009 in.)
Pump housing-to-rotor axial
clearance
0.02 0.07 mm (0.001 0.003 in.)0.12 mm (0.005 in.)
Balancer shafts, journal diameterNo. 1 journal, front
shaft
19.938 19.950 mm 10.7850 0.7854 in.)19.92 mm (0.784 in.)
No 1 journal, rear shaft23.938 23.950 mm (0.9424 0.9429 in.)23.92 mm (0.942 in.)
No. 2 journal, front and
rear shaft
32.949 32.961 mm 11.2912 1.2911 in.l32.93 mm (1.296 in.)
Ealancer shafts, journal taper0.005 rnm (0.0002 in.) max.
Balancer shafts, end playFront0.070 0.135 mm (0.0028 0.0053 in.)0.15 mm (0.006 in.)
Rear0.070 0.135 mm (0.0028 0.0053 in.)0.15 mm (0.006 in.)
Balancer shatts, shaft-to'bear;ng
clearance
No. 1 iournal, front
shaft
0.050 0.082 mm (0.0020 0.0032 in.)0.10 mm (0.004 in.)
No. 1 Journal, rear shaft0.050 0.082 mm (0.0020 0.0032 in.) 0.10 mm (0.004 in.i
No. 2 journal, front and
rear shafl
0.060 -0.120 mm (0.0024 0.0047 in.) 0.15 mm (0.006 in.)
Balancer shaft bearings, LD.No. 1 journal, front
shaft
No. 1 iournal, rear shaft
20.000 20.020 mm (0.1814 0.7442 in.l
Z+.OOO ZI.OZO m- tOSa+e- OSa57 ir'.)
20.03 mm (0.789 in.)
24.03 mm (0.946 in.)
No. 2 journal, front and
rear shaft
33.021 33.069 mm (1.3000 1.3019 in.)33.09 mm {1.303 in.)
Reliefvalve, oil pressure with oil
temperature at 176'F (80"C)
At idle70 kPa (0.7 kq?cm , 10 psr) min.
At 3,000 rpm300 kPa {3.1 ksf/cm',44 psi)min.
Standard or New Service Limit
6.7 L (7.1 USCoolant capacity {includes engine,
heater, hoses, and reservoir)
0.53 L (0.56 US
93 123 kPa (0.95 1.25 kqtcm , 14 18 psi)'t69 176'F (76 80'C)Thermostat OPeningtemPerature
8.0 mm {0.31 in.) min.
Turns OFF Subtract 5 15'F (3 8"C)from actual ON
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Design Specifications
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DIMENSIONSOveralllength4,210 mm {165.8 in.)
Overallwidth1,695 mm 166.7 in.)
Overallheight1,440 mm (56.7 in.)
2,570 mm (101.2 in.)
Trackrront1,470 mm (57.9 in.)
Rear'1,470 mm (57.9 in.i
Ground clearance152 mm (5.98 in.)
Seating capacityfour {4)
wEtGt-iT {u.s.A.)Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
(GVWR)
3,660 rbs
WEIGHT
(CANADA)
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
{GVWR)
1,660 kg
ENGIN ETvpeWater cooled. 4 stroke DOHC V-EC engin(
Cylinder arrangementInline 4'cylinder, transverse
Bore and stroke86 x 86 mm (3.39 x 3.39 in.)
Displacement1,998 cm'(122 cu in.)
Compression ratio9.8
Valve trainChain drive. DOHC VTEC 4 valves per cylinder
Lubrication systemForced, wet sump, with trochoid pumP
Oil pump displacementAt 6,000 engine
rpm
54.3 0 (57.4 US qo/minute
Water pump displacementAt 3,400 engine82 0 (87 US qt)/minute
F!el requiredUNLEADED gasoline with 86 pump octane number or higher
STARTERTvpeGear reduction
Normaloutput
Nominalvoltage12V
Hour rating30 seconds
Direction of rotationClockwise as viewecl from gear end
CLUTCHClutch tvpeSinqle plate dry, diaphragm spring
Clutch friction material surface area174 cm'{26.97 sq in.)
I\,1AN UAL
TRANSMISSION
TvpeSvnchronized, s-speed forward, 1 reverse
Primarv reductionDirect 1:1
Gear ratiolst3.062
2nd1.769
3rd1.212
4th0.921
5th0.738
Reverse3.583
FinalreductionTypeSinole helicalgear
Gear ratio4.164
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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Engine Mechanical
Cylinder Head
Special Tools
Comoonent Location Index
Engine Compression Inspection
VTEC Rocker Arm Test ........... ............ 6-7
VTC Actuator Inspection .................... 6-8
Valve Clearance Adjustment ............. 6-9
Crankshaft Pulley Removal and Installation .............. 6-11
Cam Chain Removal ........................... 6-12
Cam Chain Installation ....................... 6-15
Auto-Tensioner Removal/1nsta11ation ......................... 6-19
Chain Case Oil Seal Installation ........ 6-21
Cyf inder Head Cover Removal .......... 6-22
Cylinder Head Removal ..................... 6-23
WC Actuator. Exhaust Camshaft Sorocket
Repf acement .........6-24
Cylinder Head Inspection for Warpage ...................... 6-25
Rocker Arm Assembly Removal ................................. 6-26
Rocker Arms and Shafts
Disassembly/Reassembly .............. 6-27
Rocker Arms and Shafts Inspection ............................ 6-28
Camshaft Inspection .......................... 6-29
Valves, Springs, and Valve Seals Removal ................ 6-31
Valve Insoection ...................... ........... 6-32
Valve Stem-to-Guide Clearance Insoection ............... 6-32
Valve Guide Reolacement ................. 6-33
Valve Seat Reconditioning ................ 6-35
Valves, Springs, and Valve Seals Installation ............ 6-37
Rocker Arm Assemblv Installation .... 6-38
Cvlinder Head Installation ........................................... 6-39
Cylinder Head Cover Installation ...... 6-41
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