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BODY REPAIR
4. Front pillar inner reinforcement (RH&LH)
5. Lower dash reinforcement
6. 4th crossmember (RH&LH)
7. Front side member rear extension (RH&LH)
8. 3rd crossmember (RH&LH)
9. Front seat outer rear bracket (RH&LH)
10. Front seat inner rear bracket (RH&LH)
11. 2nd crossmember (RH&LH)
12. Front seat outer front bracket (RH&LH)
13. Front seat inner front bracket (RH&LH)
14. Fender bracket (RH&LH)
15. Strut housing assembly RH
16. Cowl top side upper (RH&LH)
17. Front strut housing (RH&LH)
18. Upper torque rod reinforcement
19. Closing plate assembly RH
20. Engine mount reinforcement
21. Strut tower front reinforcement RH
22. Front hoodledge lower RH
23. Frame bracket outer (RH&LH)
24. Front bumper support bracket (RH&LH)
25. Closing plate (RH&LH)
26. Front suspension rear bracket (RH&LH)
27. Front side member outrigger (RH&LH)
28. Front side member assembly (RH&LH)
29. Front side member (RH&LH)
30. Frame bracket (RH&LH)
31. Closing plate assembly LH
32. Hoodledge connector (RH&LH)
33. Radiator core side support (RH&LH)
34. Radiator core support upper (RH&LH)
35. Hoodledge upper (RH&LH)
36. Hoodledge reinforcement assembly (RH&LH)
37. Dash side (RH&LH)
38. Dash side assembly (RH& LH)
39. Front floor reinforcement (RH&LH)
40. Front floor front (RH&LH)
41. Front floor center
42. Rear seat crossmember
43. Rear center crossmember
44. Rear seat upper crossmember
45. Rear side member (RH&LH)
46. Sill inner extension (RH&LH)
47. Rear side member extension (RH&LH)
48. Rear side member assembly (RH & LH)
49. Rear floor front
50. Rear floor front assembly
51. Rear floor side (RH&LH)
52. Rear floor rear
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ENGINE ASSEMBLY
2. Remove brake caliper assembly with piping connected fr
om steering knuckle. Temporarily secure it on the
vehicle side with a rope to avoid load on it. Refer to BR-25, "
Component".
3. Remove drive shafts (LH and RH) from steering knuckle. Refer to FA X - 9 , "
Removal and Installation (Left
Side)" and FAX-10, "Removal and Installation (Right Side)".
4. Remove exhaust front tube. Refer to EX-5, "
Component".
5. Remove rear torque rod (1). NOTE:
A/T models shown, M/T models similar.
6. Remove A/T cooler hoses from transmission (if equipped). NOTE:
Cap or plug opening(s) to prevent fluid from spilling.
7. Preparation for the separation work of transaxle is as follows: • Remove transaxle joint bolts which pierce at oil pan (upper) lower rear side. Refer to EM-42, "
Compo-
nent".
Removal
1. Install engine slinger to cylinder head front left side (A) and rear
right side (B) and support the engine with a hoist.
2. Lift with a hoist and secure the engine in appropriate position.
3. Use a suitable tool (A) to securely support bottom of the engine and the transaxle assembly and simultaneously adjust hoist ten-
sion.
CAUTION:
Put a piece of wood or something similar as the supporting
surface, secure a completely stable condition.
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CYLINDER BLOCK
• Measure the outer diameter (Dp) of crankshaft pin journal with a
micrometer.
• If out of the standard, measure the connecting rod bearing oil clearance. Then use undersize bearing.
OUT-OF-ROUND AND TAPER OF CRANKSHAFT
• Measure the dimensions at four different points as shown on eachmain journal and pin journal with a micrometer.
• Out-of-round is indicated by the difference in dimensions between
“X” and “Y” at “A” and “B”.
• Taper is indicated by the difference in dimension between “A” and “B” at “X” and “Y”.
• If the measured value exceeds the lim it, correct or replace crankshaft.
• If corrected, measure the bearing oil clearance of t he corrected main journal and/or pin journal. Then select
main bearing and/or connecting rod bearing.
CRANKSHAFT RUNOUT
• Place a V-block on a precise flat table to support the journals on the both end of crankshaft.
• Place a dial indicator (A) straight up on the No. 3 journal.
• While rotating crankshaft, read t he movement of the pointer on the
dial indicator. (Total indicator reading)
• If it exceeds the limit, replace crankshaft.
CONNECTING ROD BEARING OIL CLEARANCE
Method by Calculation
• Install connecting rod bearings to connecting rod and cap, and tighten connecting rod bolts to the specified torque. Refer to EM-90, "
Disassembly and Assembly".
• Measure the inner diameter of connecting rod bearing with an inside micrometer.
(Bearing oil clearance) = (Connecting rod bearing inner diameter)
– (Crankshaft pin journal diameter)
• If the clearance exceeds the limit, select proper connecting rod bearing according to connecting rod big end diameter and crank-
shaft pin journal diameter to obtain the specified bearing oil clear-
ance. Refer to EM-106, "
Connecting Rod Bearing".
Method of Using Plastigage
Standard : Refer to EM-116, "Cylinder Block".
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Limit:
Out-of-round (Difference between“X”and“Y”)
Taper (Difference between“A”and“B”) : Refer to EM-116, "
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Limit : Refer to EM-116, "Cylinder Block".
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Standard and Limit
: Refer to EM-119, "
Connecting Rod Bearing".
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DRIVE BELTSEM-133
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1. Install drive belt.
CAUTION:
Confirm drive belt is completely set to pulleys.
2. Release drive belt auto-tensioner, and apply tension to drive belt. WARNING:
Never place hand in a location where pinching m ay occur if the holding tool accidentally comes
off.
CAUTION:
Make sure no oil/fluid in cluding engine oil and engine coolan t drips onto the belt or pulley.
3. Turn crankshaft pulley clockwise several times to equalize tension between each pulley.
4. Confirm tension of drive belt at indicator (notch on fixed side) is within the possible use range. Refer to
EM-132, "
Checking Drive Belts".
5. Install fender protector (RH). Refer to EI-26, "
Removal and Installation".
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Removal and Installation of Drive Belt Auto TensionerINFOID:0000000005931002
REMOVAL
CAUTION:
The complete auto-tensioner must be re placed as a unit, including the pulley.
1. Remove drive belt. Refer to EM-132, "
Removal and Installation".
2. Support the engine and remove the torque rod (RH), engine mounting insulator (RH) and engine mount- ing bracket (RH). Refer to EM-197, "
Component".
3. Release the fixed drive belt auto-tensioner pulley.
4. Loosen bolt and remove drive belt auto-tensioner. NOTE:
Use TORX socket (size T50).
1. Front cover 2. Drive belt auto–tensioner3. Idler pulley (models without A/C)
4. Bracket (models without A/C) 5. Shaft (models without A/C)
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CAMSHAFT
13. Remove valve lifters, if necessary.
NOTE:
Identify installed positions, and st ore them without mixing them up.
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
Camshaft Runout
1. Put V-block on a precise flat table, and support No. 2 and 5 jour-
nal of camshaft.
CAUTION:
Never support No. 1 journal (on the side of camshaft
sprocket) because it has a differe nt diameter from the other
four locations.
2. Set dial indicator (A) vertically to No. 3 journal.
3. Turn camshaft to one direction with hands, and measure the camshaft runout on dial indicator. (Total indicator reading)
4. If it exceeds the limit, replace camshaft.
Camshaft Cam Height
1. Measure the camshaft cam height with a micrometer (A).
2. If it exceeds the limit, replace camshaft.
Camshaft Journal Oil Clearance
CAMSHAFT JOURNAL OUTER DIAMETER
Measure the outer diameter of ca mshaft journal with a micrometer
(A).
CAMSHAFT BRACKET INNER DIAMETER
• Tighten camshaft bracket bolts with specified torque. Standard : Less than 0.02 mm (0.0008 in).
Limit : 0.05 mm (0.0020 in)
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Standard:
Intake : 44.605 - 44.795 mm (1.7560 - 1.7635 in)
Exhaust : 43.175 - 43.365 mm (1.6997 - 1.7072 in)
Limit: Intake : 44.405 mm (1.7482 in)
Exhaust : 42.975 mm (1.6919 in)
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Standard: No. 1 : 27.935 - 27.955 mm (1.0998 - 1.1006 in)
No. 2, 3, 4, 5 : 24.950 - 24.970 mm (0.9823 - 0.9831 in)
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WARNING:
• Situate the vehicle on a flat and solid surface.
• Place chocks at front and back of rear wheels.
• Attach proper slingers and bolts described in P
ARTS CATALOG if engine slingers are not equipped.
CAUTION:
• Always be careful to work safely, avoid forceful or uninstructed operations.
• Do not start working until exhaust system and coolant are cool enough.
• If items or work required are not covered by th e engine section, follow the applicable procedures.
• Always use the support poin t specified for lifting.
1. Engine mounting Insulator (RH) 2. Engine mounting shim (RH) (if equipped) 3. Engine mounting bracket (RH)
4. Bracket 5. Rear torque rod 6. Engine through bolt
7. Engine mounting bracket (LH) 8. Engine mounting insulator (LH) 9. Torque rod (RH)
A. Front mark B. Silicone lubricant
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• Use either 2-pole lift type or separate type lift as
best you can. If board-on type is used for unavoid-
able reasons, support at the rear axle jacking point with a transmission jack or similar tool before
starting work, in preparation for the backward shift of center of gravity.
• For supporting points for lifting and jacking point at rear axle, refer to GI-38, "
Garage Jack and
Safety Stand and 2-Pole Lift".
REMOVAL
Remove the engine and the transaxle assembly from t he vehicle downward. Separate the engine and the tran-
saxle.
1. Remove engine under cover. Refer to EI-15, "
Removal and Installation".
2. Drain engine coolant from radiator. Refer to CO-36, "
Changing Engine Coolant".
CAUTION:
• Perform this step when the engine is cold.
• Do not spill engine coolant on drive belt.
3. Drain clutch fluid (M/T models). Refer to CL-9, "
Air Bleeding Procedure".
4. Remove front fender protector (RH and LH). Refer to EI-26
.
5. Remove exhaust front tube. Refer to EX-10
.
6. Remove drive shafts (LH and RH) from steering knuckle. Refer to FA X - 9
.
7. Remove transaxle joint bolts which pierce at oil pan (upper) lower rear side. Refer to AT-233
(A/T models),
CVT-180, "
Removal and Installation" (CVT models) or MT-61, "Removal and Installation" (M/T models).
8. Remove rear torque rod (1). NOTE:
A/T model shown CVT and M/T models similar.
9. Remove hood assembly. Refer to BL-13
.
10. Remove cowl top cover and cowl top extension assembly. Refer to EI-24
.
11. Release fuel pressure. Refer to EC-582, "
Fuel Pressure Check".
12. Remove battery and battery tray. Refer to SC-5
.
13. Remove drive belt; Refer to EM-132, "
Component".
14. Remove engine room cover.
15. Remove air duct and air cleaner case assembly. Refer to EM-135
.
16. Remove cooling fan assembly. Refer to CO-44, "
Removal and Installation".
17. Remove radiator hose (upper and lower). Refer to CO-40
.
18. Disconnect A/T fluid cooler hoses or CVT water hoses. Refer to CO-40, "
Component" (A/T) or CVT-175,
"WATER HOSE : Exploded View" (CVT).
NOTE:
Cap or plug opening(s) to prevent fluid from spilling.
19. Disconnect all connections of engine harness around the engine mounting insulator (LH), and then tem- porarily secure the engine harness into the engine side.
CAUTION:
Protect connectors using a resin bag to protect against foreign materials during the operation.
20. Disconnect fuel feed hose at engine side. Refer to EM-154, "
Component".
NOTE:
Cap or plug opening(s) to revent fluid from spilling.
21. Disconnect heater hoses. Refer to CO-50, "
Component".
NOTE:
Cap or plug opening(s) to revent fluid from spilling.
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22. Disconnect control cable from transaxle. Refer to
CVT-180, "Removal and Installation" (CVT models), AT-
213 (A/T models) or MT-61, "Removal and Installation" (M/T models).
23. Remove ground cable at transaxle side.
24. Remove ground cable between front cover and vehicle.
25. Remove generator. Refer to SC-21
.
26. Remove A/C compressor with piping connected from t he engine. Temporarily secure it on the vehicle side
with a rope to avoid putting load on it. Refer to MTC-80, "
Removal and Installation of Compressor -
MR18DE".
27. Remove the intake manifold to prevent the hanging chain from interfering. Refer to EM-137, "
Compo-
nent".
28. Install engine slinger to cylinder head front left side (A) and rear right side (B) and support the engine position with a hoist.
29. Support engine and transaxle assembly with a hoist and secure the engine in appropriate position.
30. Use a manual lift table caddy (A) or equivalently rigid tool such as a transmission jack. Securely support bottom of the engine
and the transaxle, and simultaneously adjust hoist tension.
CAUTION:
Put a piece of wood or someth ing similar as the supporting
surface, secure a completely stable condition.
31. Remove torque rod (RH) (1), engine insulator (RH) (2) and engine bracket (RH) (3).
32. Remove engine through bolt-securing nut (C).
33. Remove the engine and the transaxle assembly from the vehicle downward by carefully operating sup- porting tools.
CAUTION:
• During the operation, make sure that no part interferes with the vehicle side.
• Before and during this lifting, alw ays check if any harnesses are left connected.
• During the removal operation, alw ays be careful to prevent the vehicle from falling off the lift due
to changes in the center of gravity.
• If necessary, support the vehicle by setting jack or suitable tool at the rear.
• During operation, securely suppor t the engine by placing a piece of wood under the engine oil
pan and transaxle oil pan. Securely sup port the engine slingers with a hoist.
34. Remove starter motor. Refer to SC-9
.
: Engine front
Slinger bolts : 25.5 N·m (2.6 kg-m, 19 ft-lb)
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4 : Engine insulator (LH)
A : Engine front side
B : Transaxle side
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