CVT Transmission Removal

CVT Transmission Removal

Special Tools Required

- Universal Lifting Eyelet 07AAK-SNAA120
- Engine Support Hanger, A and Reds AAR-T1256
*: Available through the Honda Tool and Equipment Program 888-424-6857

NOTE:

- Use fender covers to avoid damaging painted surfaces.
- The engine support hanger (AAR-T1256) must be used with the side engine mount installed.

1. Before removing the transmission, read the Service Precautions for the IMA System High Voltage Safety.

2. Turn the battery module switch OFF, and measure the voltage at the junction board terminals.

3. Secure the hood in the vertical position.

4. Do the 12 volt battery removal procedure Removal and Replacement.

5. Remove the battery tray and the battery base.

6. Remove the windshield wiper arms Service and Repair.

7. Remove the cowl cover and the under-cowl panel Service and Repair.

8. Remove the air cleaner Service and Repair.

9. Remove the under-hood fuse/relay box bracket, PCM, and PCM bracket.

10. Disconnect the IMA motor power cable connector and harness clamp.

11. Raise the vehicle on a lift, and make sure it is securely supported.

12. Remove the splash shield (A) Splash Shield Replacement.






13. Remove the drain plug (A), and drain the CVT fluid (CVTF).





14. Reinstall the drain plug and a new sealing washer (B).

NOTE: Remove metal dust from the magnetic surface of the drain plug.

15. Remove the harness holder (A) from its bracket (B).






16. Remove the bolt securing the heater hose bracket (A) on the starter (B).





17. Remove the harness clamp (C) from its bracket (D), disconnect the starter cables (E), and remove the starter.

18. Disconnect the solenoid harness connector (A) and the CVT input shaft (drive pulley) speed sensor connector (B).






19. Disconnect the CVTF cooler hoses (A) from the radiator, then plug the CVTF cooler hoses and the lines.






20. Remove the harness clamp bracket (A).





21. Remove the snap pin (B) and the control pin (C) from the selector control lever (D).

22. Remove the bolts securing the shift cable bracket (E), then separate the shift cable (F) from the selector control lever. Do not bend the shift cable excessively.

23. Disconnect the transmission range switch connector (A).





24. Disconnect the CVT output shaft (driven pulley) speed sensor connector (B), and the vehicle speed sensor connector (C).

25. Remove the drive plate bolts (six) at the opening of the starter while rotating the engine crankshaft pulley.






26. Remove the purge hose (A).





27. Install the universal lifting eyelet to the air cleaner bracket hole (B) with a bolt (C) and a nut (D).

28. Remove the harness clamp (A) from its clamp bracket (B) located in front of the left damper top.

29. Set up the engine support hanger, A and Reds (AAR-T1256). Carefully position the engine support hanger to the vehicle; position both cross-arm foot bases (C) over the harness clamp brackets on both sides, and position both front stands on the front bulkhead. Attach the hook to the hanger plate, tighten the wing nut by hand, and lift and support the engine.

NOTE: Be careful when working around the windshield.






30. Remove the steering joint cover.

31. Install the steering wheel holder tool.

32. Remove the steering joint from the steering gearbox pinion shaft.

33. Remove the ground cable terminal bracket (A).






34. Remove the bolts and the nuts and the transmission mount/bracket (B).

35. Remove the upper and front transmission housing mounting bolts (A).





36. Place a jack under the transmission.

37. Insert a 5 mm hex wrench (A) in the top of the ball joint pin (B), and remove the nuts (C), then separate the stabilizer link (D) from the stabilizer ends (E).






38. Remove the lock pin (F) and the castle nuts (G), and separate the lower arms (H) from the knuckles (I).

39. Separate the tie-rod end ball joints from the knuckles.

40. Disconnect the EPS motor connector and the torque sensor connector.

41. Place a jack under the transmission, raise it just enough to take it off of the lower torque rod, and remove the torque rod bolt (A) from the transmission.





42. Remove the lower torque rod nut (B) and bolt (C) from the front subframe, and remove the torque rod (D).

NOTE: Make sure the tab (E) on the bolt head aligned with the guide (F) on the front subframe.

43. Support the front subframe with a jack.

44. Remove the six bolts (A) securing the front subframe (B), then remove the subframe with the steering gearbox (C).






45. Remove the driveshaft cover (A).






46. Remove the left and right driveshafts from the differential. Coat all precision machined surfaces with clean engine oil, then put plastic bags over driveshaft ends.






47. Remove the torque rod bracket (A).






48. Remove the rear and lower transmission housing mounting bolts (A).





49. Lower the transmission by loosening the wing nut of the engine support hanger, and tilt the engine just enough for the transmission to clear the side frame.

50. Slide the transmission away from the engine/IMA motor to remove it from the vehicle.

51. Remove the flywheel assembly (A) with the rubber sealing ring (B) and the dowel pins (C).





52. Check the drive plate and the flywheel support for wear or damage, and replace the drive plate and the flywheel support Service and Repair if necessary.