
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.
11-179

19. Tighten the front engine mount bracket mounting
bolt.
'12 x 1.25 mm64 N.m 16.5 kgf.m,il7 lbf.ft)
20. Install the splash shield.
21. lnstallthe brake booster and EVAP line bracket
mounting bolts (A). and air cleaner housing bracket
mounting bolt (B). Tighten the air cleaner housing
bracket mounting bolt (C), and install the water
pipe mounting bolt (D).
A9.8 N.m(1,0 kqf
%,
'B
22 N.ml2.2kgl m,16 rbt.ft)
9.8Nm(1.0 kgf m.7.2 tbl{rl
22.
22Nm{2.2 kgf m, 16 lbf ft)
Installthe engine harness cover.
(cont'd)
13-11

FenderwellFront Inner Fender ReplacementFront Fender Fairing Replacement ...............Fuel Pipe Protector ReplacementRear Air Outlet Rep1acement .........................OpenersComponent Location Index ...........................Hood Opener Cable Replacement ................* Fuel Fill Door Opener CableReplacement
Hood Latch Rep1acement ..............................Fuel Fill Door Opener Replacement ..............Hatch Handle Replacement ...........................Hatch Latch Replacement ..............................Hatch Lock Cylinder Replacement ................FrameSubf rame Replacement ................................. 20-112Frame Stiffener, Brace, and GussetReplacement ............. 20-113r Fremp RFnrir Chrrr ................ 20-114
20-10220-10320-10420-'to4
20-10520-106
20 107
20-10820-10920-1 1020-11020-111

Fenderwell
(Fuel Pipe Protector Replacement
1.Remove the clips, then remove the fuel pipe
protector (A). Take care not to scratch the body.
Fastener Locations
> : Clip, 4
4
Installthe protector in the reverse order of removal,
and note these items:
. Replace any damaged clips.. Push the clips into place securelv.
20-104
Rear Air Outlet Replacement
1. Remove the rear bumper (see page 20-86).
Installthe air outlets by pushing on the hook
portions untilthe hooks snap into place.
rne rear atr
the body.

Heating and Air Gonditioning
a
1.
Evaporator Core Replacement
Recover the refrigerant with a recovery/recycling/
charging station (see page 21-53).
Remove the bolt, then disconnect the suction line
(A) and the receiver line (B)from the evaporator
core.
6x10mm9.8 N.m (1.0 kgt.m, 7.2lbf.ft)
Remove the blower unit (see page 21-39).
Remove the self-tapping screws and the expansion
valve cover.
21-42
5. Carefully pull out the evaporator core without
bending the pipes.
Installthe core in the reverse order of removal, and
note these items.
. lfyou're installing a new evaporator core, add
refrigerant oil (KElHlN SP-]0) (see page 21-6).. Replace the O-rings with new ones at each fitting,
and apply a thin coat of refrigerant oil before
installing them. Be sure to use the correct O-rings
for HFC-134a (R-'134a) to avoid leakage.. lmmediatelyafter usingthe oil, reinstallthecap
on the container, and seal it to avoid moisture
absorotion.. Do not spill the refrigerant oil on the vehicle; it
may damage the paint. lf the refrigerant oil
contacts the paint, wash it off immediately.. Charge the system (see page 21-55).
6.

Heating and Air Conditioning
Heater Unit/Core Replacement (cont'd)
8. Remove the dashboard {see page 20-66).
9. Disconnectthe connectors (A) from the blower
motor, the recirculation control motor, the mode
control motor, and the power transistor, then
remove the wire harness clips (B) and the
connector (C). Remove the self-tapping screws and
the bracket (D).
Disconnect the connectors (A) from the evaporator
temperature sensor and the air mix control motor,
then remove the wire harness clips (B) and the
connector (C). Remove the self-tapping screw and
the cover (D). Disconnect the heater valve cable (E).
10,
7t,
21-44
11. Remove the mounting bolts, the mounting nuts,
and the heater unit.
Remove the self-tapping screws and the expansion
valve cover (A). Carefully pull out the evaporator
core (B) so you don't bend the inlet and outlet pipes.
Remove the grommet (C), then remove the self-
tapping screws and the flange cover (D). Bemove
the self-tapping screws and the pipe cover (E), then
carefully pull out the heater core (F) so you don't
bend the inlet and outlet oioes.
@
5x 1.0 mm9.8 N.m11.0 kgl m,7.2 tbf.ftl
12.

Body Electrical
General Troubleshooting Information (cont'd)
Check for loose retainer (A) and rubber seals (B).
The backs of some connectors are packed with
dielectric grease. Add grease if necessary. lf thegrease is contaminated, replace it.
lnsert the connector all the way and make sure it is
securelv locked.
Position wires so that the open end of the cover faces
oown.
22-4
Handling Wires and Harnesses. Secure wires and wire harnesses to lhe frame with
their respective wire ties at the designated locations.. Remove clips carefully; don't damage their locks (A).
Slip pliers (A) under the clip base and through the
hole at an angle, then squeeze the expansion tabs to
release the clip.
After installing harness clips, make sure the harness
doesn't interfere with any moving pans.
Keep wire harnesses away from exhaust pipes and
other hot parts, from sharp edges of brackets and
holes, and from exposed screws and bolts.
Seat grommets in their grooves properly {A). Do not
leave grommets distorted (B).
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Orive BehInspecaron................ 4-26
Door PanelsRemoval/lnstallation -............................. 20-4
Door Sash TrimRep1acement......................................... 20 10
Door StrikersAdiustment ........................................... 20-13
Door Weatherst psBeplacement...........-............................. 20 1 1
EPS Conirol UnitRemoval/1nsta11ation ..................-......... 17-67
EPS Indicator CircuitTroubleshooting ................................... 17 -47
EPS MotorRemoval/lnstallation .-.......................... 17-49
EVAP CanisterRep1acement......................... ......... 11,189
EVAP Control Syst€mComponentLocation Index ..............'11-170
EVAP Two-Wey ValveTest ..........-.............-............................ 11 186
Evaporetor CoreRep1acement........................ . ... 21-42
Evaporator Tomperature SensorReplacement......................................... 21 -37Test..................................... ..........2137
EvaporrtoFHeater UnitReplacement........................................ 21 43
Exhaust ManifoldRemoval/1nsta11ation ................................ I 7
Exhaust Pipe8ep|acement............................................. 9-8
Front SpeakersRep|acement....................................... 22-102
Front SuspensionComponentLocation Index................... 18-3
Fueland EmissionsDescription ........................................... 11-12
Fuel Fill DoorAdjustment ..........-................................ 20 93
Fuel Fill Door OpenetBeplacement........................ . ............ 20.109
Fuel Fill Door Opener CableReplacement....................................... 20- lO7
Fuel FilterReplacement....................................... 1 1-152
Fuel Gauge Sending UnitTest ......................-.-..........-.................. 11'156
Fuel Injection Syslem (PGM"FIlComponent Location 1ndex................. 11-49
Fuel IniectorsRep1acemen1....................................... 1 1 1 1 l
Fuel Lines and HosesInspection .......................................... 1 1'146Removal ....................... . .. . .... 11-149Insta|1ation .......................................... 1 1 150
FuelPipe ProtectolReplacement....................................... 20-104
Fuel Pressure RegulatotReplacement....................................... 1 1-152
Fuel Pulsation DamperReplacemenl................................... 11 154
Fuel PumpReplacement,,,,,.,.,.,,,.,,,,,,,,,,,,.,.,.,,,..,.. 11-153
Fuel Pump CircuitTroubleshooting -.......-....................... 1 1-141
FuelSupply SystemComponent Location lndex .............. 11 140Adjustment................................... 11-144Test........-...-................. ... ............- 11-145
FuelTankBeplacemenl.............. . ..... .. 11 155
Fuel Tank Vapor ControlValveTest ......................-....... ... . . 11-187Replacement,,.,,...,.,,,.,.,,,,... .. .. 11 189
Fuses{See first page ofthis Index)
)
Rep|acement................. ..................... 4 26
Drive Belt Auto-tensionellnspection ............................................... 4 21Rep1acement.................................... ..4-28
Driver's PocketRemoval/lnstallation -........................... 20-60
Driver's TrayRemoval/lnstallation .........................-.- 20-65
DRL {Daytime Running LightslControl Unitlnput Test .................... ........ . . . ......22-16
DTCs(See first page olthis Index)
Dust and Pollen FillerReplacement......................................... 21-39
Dynamic Damper, DriveshaftsReplacement........................................... 16-8
ECT SensorReplacement.,.,,,.,.,,,,,,,,,,,,,,................ 1 1-1 14
El€ctrical Power Steering IEPS)Signal CircuitTroubleshooting ........ ... .. 11-135
EmblemsReplacement......................-................ 20-100
Engine AssemblyRemova1 .................................................... 5 2Installation ............._.................................. 5-9
Engine Block AssemblyComponent Location Inder ..................... 7.3
Engine Block, BareInspect|onRepair
Fan ControlsComponent Location Index................. 10'l 1Circuit Diagram .. ..... . .. . .................. 10 13
Fender Fairing, FrontReplacement...-................................... 20-103
Final Driven Gear. M/TReplacement.... . . ................................ 13-53
FrameRepair Chan............ ... ....................... 20 11 4
Frame StiffenelReplacement......-................................ 20- J'13
Front ConsoleRemoval/lnstallation ............................ 20 5lDisassembJy/Reassemb|y ................... 20 58
Front DoorsComponent Location Index................... 20-2Adiustment ........................................... 20.12
Front Driveshaft AssemblyInspeclion .................... ... ....16 3Remova1...................-...... ... .....16-3Disassembly ............................... .....165Resassemb|y ................................-......... 16-9Insta11arion ........................ ...... ............ l6 17
Front lmpact SensorsRep1acement............................ ...23 125
................7-15................1 11
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Entry Light Control SystemComponent Location Index ...............-. 22-89Circuit Dia9ram .................................... 22 90
EPS ComponentsComponent Location 1ndex..........-...... 17-!7Description ........................ ...... ..17-24Circuit Diagram11 26(cont'd)