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µ
µ
YES
NO
4-7
A
B
10. Make sure the shift lever is in N or P (A/T model) orneutral (M/T model), then disconnect the engine
wire harness 1P connector (A). Connect a jumper
wire from the battery positive terminal to the
starter subharness 1P connector (B).
Go to step 11.
Check the starter subharness. If the wire is OK,
remove the starter (see page 4-10), then repair or
replace (see page 4-13) it as necessary. 11. Check the following items in the order listed until
you find the problem circuit:
NOTE: After the open circuit or high resistance in
the circuit is found and repaired, go to step 14.
Check for an open or short in the YEL wire and connectors between the driver’s under-dash
fuse/relay box and the ignition switch.
Check for an open or short in the RED wire and connectors between the under-dash fuse/relay
box and the engine wire harness 1P connector.
Check for an open or short in the ORN wire and connectors between the under-dash fuse/relay
box and the clutch interlock switch (M/T model).
Check for an open or short in the ORN wire, BLU/ WHT wire and connectors between the under-
dash fuse/relay box and the transmission range
switch (A/T model).
Check for poor ground at G401 (M/T model) or G101 (A/T model).
Check for a faulty ignition switch (see page 22-72).
Check for a faulty clutch interlock switch (M/T model) (see page 4-8).
Check for a faulty transmission range switch (A/T model) (see page 14-265).
Check for a faulty starter cut relay (see page 22-70).
(cont’d)
Does the starter crank the engine?
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5-3
Engine Removal
C
A
B
B
AB
Engine hanger adapter VSB02C000015
Engine support hanger, A and Reds AAR-T 1256
2006 Civic engine hanger VSB02C000025
Front subframe adapter VSB02C000016
Universal lifting eyelet 07AAK-SNAA120 : These special tools are available through Honda
Canada Inc. Technical Tools Department; FAX 866-398-8665/e-mail: ch_technicaltools ch.honda.
com
NOTE: Use fender covers to avoid damaging painted surfaces.
To avoid damaging the wire and terminals, unplug the wiring connectors carefully while holding the
connector portion.
Mark all wiring and hoses to avoid misconnection. Also, be sure that they do not contact other wiring or
hoses, or interfere with other parts.
1. Secure the hood in the wide open position (support rod in the lower hole).
2. Relieve the fuel pressure (see page 11-322).
3. Do the battery removal procedure (see page 22-69).
4. Disconnect the vacuum hose and the breather pipe, then remove the intake air duct (see step 2 on page
9-3).
5. Remove the air cleaner assembly (see page 11-345).
6. Remove the under-cowl panel (see step 4 on page 20-164). 7. Disconnect the connector (A), and remove the
harness clamps (B), then remove the pipe (C).
8. Disconnect the battery cables (A) from the under- hood fuse/relay box.
9. Remove the harness clamp (B). (cont’d)
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Engine Removal (cont’d)
C
B
D
A B
C
A
D
D A
B
C
27. Drain the engine oil (see page 8-10).
28. Drain the transmission fluid: Manual transmission (see step 3 on page 13-5)
Automatic transmission (see step 3 on page14-232)
29. Disconnect the air fuel ratio (A/F) sensor connector (A).
30. Remove the grommet (B), then disconnect the secondary heated oxygen sensor (secondary
HO2S) connector (C).
31. Remove the three way catalytic converter (TWC) (D).
32. A/T model: Remove the shift cable. Do not bend the cables excessively (see step 39 on page 14-239).
33. Separate the stabilizer links (see page 18-25).
34. Separate the knuckles from the lower arms (see step 6 on page 18-21).
35. Remove the driveshafts (see page 16-4). Coat all precision-finished surfaces with new engine oil. Tie
plastic bags over the driveshaft ends. 36. Remove the steering gearbox bracket (A).
37. Remove the steering gearbox mounting bolt (B),
the stiffener mounting bolt (C), and the stiffener (D).
38. Remove the steering gearbox mounting bolt (A), the stiffener mounting bolt (B), and the stiffener (C).
39. Remove the harness clamp (D) from the subframe.
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Engine Installation (cont’d)
D
A
B
10x1.25mm
59 N·m
(6.0 kgf·m, 43 lbf·ft)
C
10x1.25mm
54 N·m
(5.5 kgf·m, 40 lbf·ft)
A
B
C
10x1.25mm
59 N·m
(6.0 kgf·m, 43 lbf·ft)
D
10x1.25mm
54 N·m
(5.5 kgf·m, 40 lbf·ft)
10x1.25mm
38 N·m
(3.9 kgf·m, 28 lbf·ft)
E
F
A
D
B
B
C
10x1.25mm
33 N·m (3.4 kgf·m, 25 lbf·ft)
8x1.25mm
22 N·m (2.2 kgf·m, 16 lbf·ft)
29. Install the stiffener (A), then tighten the steering gearbox mounting bolt (B) and the stiffener
mounting bolt (C).
30. Install the harness clamp (D) to the subframe.
31. Install the steering gearbox bracket (A).
32. Install the stiffener (B), then tighten the steering gearbox mounting bolt (C) and the stiffener
mounting bolt (D).
33. A/T model: Install the shift cable (see step 19 on page 14-245).
34. Install a new set ring on the end of each driveshaft, then install the driveshafts (see page 16-20). Make
sure each ring ‘‘clicks’’ into place in the differential
and the intermediate shaft. 35. Connect the lower arms to the knuckles (see step 9
on page 18-16).
36. Connect the stab ilizer links (see page 18-25).
37. Install the three way catalytic converter (TWC) (A). Use the new gaskets (B) and the new self-locking
nuts (C).
38. Connect the air fuel ratio (A/F) sensor connector (D).
39. Connect the secondary heated oxygen sensor (secondary HO2S) connector (E), then install the
grommet (F).
40. Install the splash shield.
Replace.
Replace.
Replace.
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B
A
6x1.0mm
10 N·m
(1.0 kgf·m, 7.2 lbf·ft) A
B A
B
C
6x1.0mm
10 N·m
(1.0 kgf·m, 7.2 lbf·ft)
C
56. Install the ECM/PCM (A), then install the ECM/PCM
cover (B).
57. Connect the battery cables (A) to the under-hood fuse/relay box.
58. Install the harness clamp (B). 59. Install the pipe (A).
60. Connect the connector (B), and install the harness
clamps (C).
61. Install the under cowl-panel (see step 4 on page 20-164).
62. Install the air cleaner assembly (see page 11-345).
63. Install the front wheels.
64. Do the battery installation procedure (see page 22-69).
65. Inspect for fuel leaks. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II) (do not operate the starter) so the fuel pump
runs for about 2 seconds and pressurizes the fuel
line. Repeat this operation three times, then check
for fuel leakage at any point in the fuel line.
66. Refill the engine with engine oil (see step 4 on page 8-10).
(cont’d)
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Transmission Mount Replacement
12x1.25mm
64 N·m
(6.5 kgf·m, 47 lbf·ft) A
22. Raise the vehicle on the lift.
23. M/T model: Tighten the front mount mounting bolt.
24. Install the splash shield (see step 40 on page 5-20).1. Loosen the upper torque rod mounting bolt (A).
2. Remove the air cleaner assembly (see page 11-345).
3. Remove the engine control module (ECM)/
powertrain control module (PCM) cover, then
remove the three bolts securing the ECM/PCM (see
step 10 on page 5-4).
4. Remove the under hood fuse/relay box from the ECM/PCM bracket, then remove the ECM/PCM
bracket(seestep13onpage5-4).
(cont’d)
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Transmission Mount Replacement
12x1.25mm
64 N·m
(6.5 kgf·m, 47 lbf·ft) A
22. Raise the vehicle on the lift.
23. M/T model: Tighten the front mount mounting bolt.
24. Install the splash shield (see step 40 on page 5-20).1. Loosen the upper torque rod mounting bolt (A).
2. Remove the air cleaner assembly (see page 11-345).
3. Remove the engine control module (ECM)/
powertrain control module (PCM) cover, then
remove the three bolts securing the ECM/PCM (see
step 10 on page 5-4).
4. Remove the under hood fuse/relay box from the ECM/PCM bracket, then remove the ECM/PCM
bracket(seestep13onpage5-4).
(cont’d)
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5-325-32 Engine Assembly
Transmission Mount Replacement
(cont’d)
Lower Torque Rod Replacement
12x1.25mm
64 N·m
(6.5 kgf·m, 47 lbf·ft) A
A
22. Install the ECM/PCM bracket, then install the under- hood fuse/relay box to the ECM/PCM bracket (see
step 52 on page 5-22).
23. Install the ECM/PCM, then install the ECM/PCM cover (see step 56 on page 5-23)
24. Install the air cleaner assembly (see page 11-345).
25. Raise the vehicle on the lift.
26. M/T model: Tighten the front mount mounting bolt.
27. Install the splash shield (see step 40 on page 5-20). 1. Loosen the upper torque rod mounting bolt (A).
2. Raise the vehicle on the lift.
3. Remove the splash shield (see step 25 on page 5-5).
4. M/T model: Loosen the front mount mounting
bolt (A).
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