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13-14
Manual Transmission
Transmission Installation
A
A
A 12x1.25mm
64N·m(6.5kgf·m,47lbf·ft)
12x1.25mm
64N·m(6.5kgf·m,47lbf·ft)
6x1.0mm
12 N·m (1.2 kgf·m, 9 lbf·ft)
Engine hanger adapter VSB02C000015
2006 Civic engine hanger VSB02C000025
Engine support hanger, A and Reds AAR-T 1256
Front subframe adapter VSB02C000016
These special tools are available through the Acura
Canada Technical Tools Department; FAX
866-398-8665/e-mail: ch_technicaltools ch.honda.com
NOTE: Use fender covers to avoid damaging painted
surfaces.
1. Loosen the upper torque rod mounting bolt (A).
2. Made sure that the two dowel pins (A) are installed in the clutch housing.
3. Check the release fork and the release bearing, and reinstall them with the appropriate grease
(see page 12-24).
4. Place the transmission on the transmission jack, and raise it to the engine level. 5. Install the transmission mounting bolts.
6. Install the clutch cover.
7. Install the intermediate shaft (see page 16-27).
8. Install the driveshafts inboard joint (see step 6 on
page 16-21).
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13-18Manual Transmission
Transmission Installation (cont’d)
A
12x1.25mm
64N·m(6.5kgf·m,47lbf·ft)
A
12x1.25m
64 N·m
(6.5 kgf·m,
47 lbf·ft) A
B 10x1.25mm
38 N·m
(3.9 kgf·m,
28 lbf·ft)
25. Tighten the upper torque rod mounting bolt (A).
26. Raise the vehicle on the lift.
27. Tighten the front mount mounting bolt (A). 28. Install the splash shield.
29. Lower the vehicle on the lift.
30. Remove the engine support hanger and the engine
hanger adapter from the engine.
31. Install the engine control module (ECM) bracket (A), then install the clutch pipe clamp (B).
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A
B C
B
A 8x1.25mm
22 N·m (2.2 kgf·m, 16 lbf·ft)
6x1.0mm
9.8 N·m
(1.0 kgf·m,
7.2 lbf·ft)
(P/N 08798-9002) C
D B
C A
6x1.0mm
9.8 N·m
(1.0 kgf·m, 7.2 lbf·ft)
6x1.0mm
9.8 N·m
(1.0 kgf·m, 7.2 lbf·ft)
6x1.0mm
9.8 N·m
(1.0 kgf·m, 7.2 lbf·ft)
39. Connect the back-up light switch connector (A) and the output shaft (countershaft) speed sensor
connector (B). Install the harness clips (C).
40. Apply super high temp urea grease (P/N 08798-9002) to the end of the slave cylinder
pushrod. Install the slave cylinder (A), then install
the clutch line bracket (B). Be careful not to bend
the clutch line. 41. Install the battery base (A) with the coolant
reservoir (B).
42. Install the harness clips (C) and the intake air duct (D).
43. Install the air cleaner assembly (see page 11-345).
44. Do the battery installation procedure (see page 22-69).
45. Install the under-cowl panel and the cowl cover (see page 20-163).
46. Check the shift lever and the clutch operation.
47. Check the wheel alignment (see page 18-5).
48. Test-drive the vehicle.
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Exploded View - Clutch Housing
13-22Manual Transmission
Transmission Disassembly
MAINSHAFT ASSEMBLY COUNTERSHAFT ASSEMBLY
REVERSE IDLER GEAR
REVERSE LOCK CAM BALL BEARING
REVERSE IDLER GEAR SHAFT
14x20mmDOWELPIN
MAGNET DIFFERENTIAL ASSEMBLY
OIL GUIDE PLATE C BEARING SET PLATE
NEEDLE BEARING
28 mm WASHER 28 mm SPRING WASHER
REVERSE SHIFT FORK
SHIFT FORK ASSEMBLY
CLUTCH HOUSING
72 mm SNAP RING
6 mm FLANGE BOLT
13 N·m (1.3 kgf·m, 9 lbf·ft)
35x58x8mmOILSEAL 28x43x7mmOILSEAL20 mm WASHER BACK-UP LIGHT SWITCH
29 N·m (3.0 kgf·m, 22 lbf·ft)
20 mm BOLT
44 N·m (4.5 kgf·m, 33 lbf·ft)
6mmSPECIALBOLT
15 N·m (1.5 kgf·m, 11 lbf·ft)
Replace. Replace. Replace.
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13-24 Manual Transmission
Transmission Disassembly (cont’d)
C
A
A
D E
B C
F
D
B
AB B
C
D
A
D
AB
D
C D
D
E
G
F
NOTE: Place the clutch housing on two pieces of wood
thick enough to keep the mainshaft from hitting the
workbench.
1. Remove the release fork and the replace bearing (see page 12-24).
2. Remove the detent bolts (A), the 12 mm sealing washers (B), the springs (C), the steel balls (D), and
the back-up light switch (E). Then remove the
transmission hanger (F).
3. Remove the 20 mm bolt (A) and the 20 mm sealing washer (B). 4. Remove the interlock bolt (B), the change lever
assembly(C),the8x14mmdowelpins(D),and
harness bracket A.
5. Remove the drain plug (A), the filler plug (B), the 10 mm flange bolt (C), and the sealing washers (D).
6. Remove the output shaft (countershaft) speed sensor (E) with the O-ring (F) and the plain washer
(G).
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13-26Manual Transmission
Transmission Disassembly (cont’d)
A
D
E B
C
F A B
A
A B
M
12. Remove the reverse shift fork (A).
13. Apply tape to the mainshaft splines to protect the seal, then remove the mainshaft assembly (A) and
the countershaft assembly (B) with the shift fork
assembly (C) from the clutch housing (D).
14. Remove the 28 mm spring washer (E) and the 28 mm washer (F). 15. Remove the differential assembly (A) and the
magnet (B).
16. Remove the oil gutter plate (A), the 72 mm shim (B), and oil guide plate M.
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Standard:
A Ball Bearing Contact Area (transmission housing
side):27.987 28.000 mm (1.1018 1.1024 in.)
B 4th/5th Gear Distance Collar Contact Area: 31.984 32.000 mm (1.2592 1.2598 in.)
C Needle Bearing Contact Area: 38.984 39.000 mm (1.5348 1.5354 in.)
D Ball Bearing Contact Area (clutch housing side): 27.977 27.990 mm (1.1015 1.1020 in.)
E Bushing Contact Area: 20.80 20.85 mm (0.819 0.821 in.)
Service Limit:
A: 27.93 mm (1.100 in.)
B: 31.93 mm (1.257 in.)
C: 38.93 mm (1.533 in.)
D: 27.92 mm (1.099 in.)
E: 20.75 mm (0.817 in.)
13-3413-34 Manual Transmission
Mainshaft Disassembly (cont’d) Mainshaft Inspection
A
B
ED
CB
A
3. Support 3rd gear (A) on steel blocks, and press themainshaft out of the 3rd/4th synchro hub (B) and
3rd gear.
NOTE: Do not use a jaw-type puller; it can damage
the gear teeth. 1. Inspect the gear and bearing contact areas for wear
and damage, then measure the mainshaft at points
A, B, C, D, and E. If any part of the mainshaft is less
than the service limit, replace it.
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Standard:
A Ball Bearing Contact Area (transmission housing
side):27.987 28.000 mm (1.1018 1.1024 in.)
B 4th/5th Gear Distance Collar Contact Area: 31.984 32.000 mm (1.2592 1.2598 in.)
C Needle Bearing Contact Area: 38.984 39.000 mm (1.5348 1.5354 in.)
D Ball Bearing Contact Area (clutch housing side): 27.977 27.990 mm (1.1015 1.1020 in.)
E Bushing Contact Area: 20.80 20.85 mm (0.819 0.821 in.)
Service Limit:
A: 27.93 mm (1.100 in.)
B: 31.93 mm (1.257 in.)
C: 38.93 mm (1.533 in.)
D: 27.92 mm (1.099 in.)
E: 20.75 mm (0.817 in.)
13-3413-34 Manual Transmission
Mainshaft Disassembly (cont’d) Mainshaft Inspection
A
B
ED
CB
A
3. Support 3rd gear (A) on steel blocks, and press themainshaft out of the 3rd/4th synchro hub (B) and
3rd gear.
NOTE: Do not use a jaw-type puller; it can damage
the gear teeth. 1. Inspect the gear and bearing contact areas for wear
and damage, then measure the mainshaft at points
A, B, C, D, and E. If any part of the mainshaft is less
than the service limit, replace it.
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