Transmission Installation

Transmission Installation

Special Tools Required
^ Engine support hanger, A & Reds AAR-T1256*
^ Engine hanger/adapter VSB02C000015*
^ Subframe adapter VSB02C000016*
^ Frame positioning guide pin 070AG-SJAA10S
* These special tools are available through the Honda Tool and Equipment Program 888-424-6857.

NOTE: Use fender covers to avoid damaging painted surfaces.

1. Make sure the two 14 x 20 mm dowel pins (A) are installed in the clutch housing.





2. Apply super high temp urea grease (P/N 08798-9002) to the release fork (B) and the release bearing (C). Install the release fork, the release bearing and the boot (D).

NOTE: Using any other type of grease may cause inconsistent clutch operation and/or excessive wear to the release fork, release bearing, and transmission case.

3. Place the transmission on the transmission jack, and raise it to engine level.
4. Install the lower transmission mounting bolts.





5. Install the clutch cover (A) and the harness cover (B).





6. Install the intermediate shaft.
7. Install both driveshafts.
8. Install the lower transmission mount (A) with new bolts.





9. Support the subframe with the subframe adapter and a jack.





10. Position the steering gearbox washers (A) on the front subframe (B), and lift the subframe up to the body.





11. Loosely install the new subframe mounting bolts (C), the rear stiffener mounting bolts (D), the front stiffener mounting bolts (E), the front stiffeners (F) and the rear stiffeners (G).
12. Partially tighten the right rear subframe mounting bolt (A); insert the frame position guide pin through the positioning slot (B) on the rear stiffener, through the positioning hole (C) on the subframe, and into the positioning hole on the body, then tighten the subframe mounting bolt.





13. Partially tighten the left rear subframe mounting bolt in the same manner as in step 12.
14. Partially tighten the right and left front subframe mounting bolts.
15. Loosen the right rear mounting bolt, then tighten the bolt to the specified torque with the guide pin in the positioning hole.
16. Tighten the left rear mounting bolt to the specified torque with the guide pin in the positioning hole.
17. Tighten the right and left front mounting bolt to the specified torque.
18. Check that the positioning holes and slots are aligned using the guide pin.
19. Tighten the rear and front stiffener mounting bolts to the specified torque.
20. Remove the jack and front subframe adapter.
21. Install the power steering line holder bolt (A) and the clamp (B).





22. Install the new lower transmission mount mounting nuts.





23. Install the subframe mid mount on both sides with new bolts.





24. Connect the knuckle onto the lower arm.
25. Install the damper fork.
26. Connect the front stabilizer links.
27. Install exhaust pipe A with new gaskets (B) and new nuts as shown.





28. Install the rear engine mount stop bolts.





29. Refill the transmission fluid to the proper level.
30. Install the splash shield.





31. Install the front wheels, and set them in the straight-ahead position.
32. Lower the vehicle on the lift.
33. Install the upper transmission mount bolts.





34. Install the transmission upper mount bracket (A) with new bolts, and connect the ground cable (B) by installing its mounting bolt.





35. Install the new transmission upper mount bracket bolts.





36. Install the steering stiffener plates (A).





37. Install the power steering gearbox mounting bracket (A), then install the heat shield (B).





38. Install the rear power steering line holders (A).





39. Install the three new rear engine mount stop bolts (A) and the two new rear engine mount bolts (B).





40. Install the new front mount bolt (A), install the front engine mount stop (B) and the vacuum hose bracket (C) with new nuts, then connect the vacuum hose (D).





41. Remove the engine support hanger and the engine hanger/adapter from the engine.
42. Install the evaporative emission (EVAP) canister hose (A) and brake booster vacuum hose (B).





43. Install the strut brace (A) and the nuts (B) then install the harness clamp (C).





44. Install the bracket (A) and the harness clamp (B).





45. Install the harness clamp (A). Connect the output shaft (countershaft) speed sensor connector (B) and the back-up light switch connector (C).





46. Install the shift cable bracket (A) and the shift cables (B).





47. Apply a light coat of super high temp urea grease (P/N 08798-9002) to the cable ends, and install lock pins (C).
48. Install the under-hood fuse/relay box (A).





49. Apply a light coat of super high temp urea grease (P/N 08798-9002) to the end of the slave cylinder rod. Install the slave cylinder. Be careful not to bend the clutch line.





50. Install the battery base.
51. Install the air cleaner assembly.
52. Do the battery installation procedure.
53. Install the front grille cover.





54. Check the wheel alignment.
55. Check the shift lever and the clutch operation.
56. Test-drive the vehicle.