Engine Removal
Engine RemovalSpecial Tools Required
^ Universal eyelet 07AAK-SNAA120
^ Engine hanger adapter VSB02C000015 *
^ Front subframe adapter VSB02C000016 *
^ Engine support hanger, A and Reds AAR-T1256 *
*: These special tools are available through the Honda Tool and Equipment Program, 1-888-424-6857
NOTE:
^ Use fender covers to avoid damaging painted surfaces.
^ To avoid damaging the wiring 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. Remove the hood support rod, then use it as shown to prop the hood in the wide-open position.
2. Remove the front grille cover.
3. Remove the strut brace (if equipped).
4. Relieve the fuel pressure.
5. Do the battery removal procedure.
6. Remove the air cleaner assembly.
7. Remove the harness clamps (A), then remove the battery base (B).
8. Remove the water separator.
9. Disconnect the battery cables (A) from the under hood fuse/relay box.
10. Disconnect the harness connector (B), and remove the harness connector from the bracket (C).
11. Remove the engine control module (ECM)/powertrain control module (PCM) cover (A), then remove the three bolts (B) securing the ECM/PCM.
12. Disconnect the ECM/PCM connectors (A) and the engine wire harness connector (B).
13. Remove the harness clamps (C) and the bracket (D).
14. Remove the evaporative emission (EVAP) canister hose (A) and the brake booster vacuum hose (B).
15. Remove the quick-connect fitting cover (A), then disconnect the fuel feed hose (B).
16. Remove the drive belt.
17. Remove the power steering (P/S) pump (A) without disconnecting the P/S hoses, then remove the P/S hose bracket (B).
18. Remove the radiator cap.
19. Remove the A/C condenser fan shroud assembly.
20. M/T model: Remove the three bolts securing the shift cable holder, then remove the shift cable and the select cable. Do not bend the cables excessively.
21. M/T model: Remove the clutch slave cylinder and the clutch line bracket mounting nut. Do not operate the clutch pedal once the slave cylinder has been removed.
22. Raise the vehicle on the lift.
23. Remove the front wheels.
24. Remove the splash shield.
25. Loosen the drain plug in the radiator, and drain the engine coolant.
26. Drain the engine oil.
27. Drain the transmission fluid.
28. Remove exhaust pipe A.
29. A/T model: Remove the shift cable.
30. Remove the damper fork.
31. Separate the knuckles from the lower arms.
32. Remove the driveshafts. Coat all precision-finished surfaces with new engine oil. Tie a plastic bags over the driveshaft ends.
33. Remove the bolt (A) securing the P/S fluid line bracket, and unclamp the P/S fluid line clamp (B) on the front subframe.
34. Remove the bolts securing the steering gearbox mounting bracket (A) and the heat shield (B). (right side)
35. Lower the vehicle on the lift.
36. Remove the two bolts (A) securing the P/S fluid line brackets.
37. Remove the bolts securing the steering gearbox stiffeners (A) and the washers (B). (left side)
38. A/T model: Remove the ATF cooler hoses, then plug the lines and hoses.
39. Disconnect the heater hoses and the upper radiator hose.
40. Disconnect the quick connector from the thermostat cover.
41. Attach the engine hanger adapter (VSB02C000015) to the threaded hole in the cylinder head.
42. Install the engine support hanger (AAR-T1256), then attach the hook to the slotted hole in the engine hanger adapter. Tighten the wing nut (A) by hand to lift and support the engine/transmission.
NOTE: Be careful when working around the windshield.
43. Remove the vacuum hose (A) and the front engine mount stop (B), then remove the front engine mount bolt (C).
44. A/T model: Remove the ATF cooler pipe brackets (D).
45. M/T model: Remove the rear engine mount.
46. A/T model: Remove the rear engine mount (A), then remove the rear engine mount upper bracket (B).
47. Raise the vehicle on the lift.
48. Remove the nuts securing the lower transmission mount.
49. Disconnect the A/C compressor clutch connector (A), then remove the A/C compressor (B) without disconnecting the A/C hoses.
50. Remove the front subframe middle mounts.
51. Attach the front subframe adapter (VSB02C000016) to the subframe and hang the belt of the subframe adapter over the front of the subframe, then secure the belt with its stop.
52. Raise the jack and lineup the slots in the front subframe adapter arms with the bolt holes on the jack base, then securely attach them with four bolts.
53. Remove the front subframe.
54. Lower the vehicle on the lift.
55. Support the engine with a jack and a wood block under the oil pan.
56. Remove the side engine mount bracket mounting bolts.
57. Remove the ground cable.
58. Install the universal eyelet (07AAK-SNAA120).
59. Attach a chain hoist (A) to the universal eyelet (B), and the transmission hook (C), then lift the engine/transmission until it's securely supported by the chain hoist, and remove the engine support hanger.
60. Remove the upper transmission mount bracket mounting bolts.
NOTE: Do not remove the TORX bolt (A) from the upper transmission mount. If the TORX bolt is removed, the upper transmission mount must be replaced as an assembly.
61. Remove the ground cable.
62. Check that the engine/transmission is completely free of vacuum hoses, fuel and coolant hoses, and electrical wiring.
63. Slowly lower the engine/transmission about 150 mm (6 in.). Check once again that all hoses and electrical wiring are disconnected and free from the engine/transmission, then lower it all the way.
64. Disconnect the chain hoist from the engine/transmission.
65. Raise the vehicle, and remove the engine/transmission from under the vehicle.