Engine Installation
Engine Installation
Special Tools Required
- Universal lifting eyelet 07AAK-SNAA120
- Engine support hanger, A and Reds AAR-T1256*
- 2006 Civic engine hanger VSB02C000025*
- Front subframe adapter VSB02C000016*
*: These special tools are available through Honda Tool and Equipment Program.
1. Install the lower torque rod bracket, then tighten the bolts to the specified torque.
2. Raise the vehicle on the lift, and position the engine/IMA motor/transmission under the vehicle. Be sure that they are properly aligned. Carefully lower the vehicle until the engine/IMA motor/transmission is properly positioned in the engine compartment. Make sure the vehicle is not resting on any part of the engine/IMA motor/transmission.
3. Attach a chain hoist (A) to the universal lifting eyelet (07AAK-SNAA120) and the transmission hook (B). Carefully raise the engine/IMA motor/transmission with the chain hoist into place.
4. Install the universal lifting eyelet to the threaded hole (A) on the cylinder head with a 10 x 1.25 mm bolt (B).
5. Install the front leg assembly (A), the hook (B), and the wing nut (C) to an A and Reds engine support hanger (AAR-T1256) onto the 2006 civic engine hanger (VSB02C000025). Carefully position the engine hanger on the vehicle, and attach the hook to the universal lifting eyelet (D). Tighten the wing nut by hand to lift and support the engine/IMA motor/transmission.
NOTE: Be careful when working around the windshield.
6. Install the side engine mount bracket (A), then loosely tighten the mounting bolts and nut.
NOTE: Reinstall the mounting bolts/support nuts in the sequence given in the following steps. Failure to follow this sequence may cause excessive noise and vibration, and reduce bushing life.
7. Loosely tighten the transmission mount bracket support bolt and nuts.
8. Remove the chain hoist and the universal lifting eyelet, then raise the vehicle on the lift.
9. Set the front subframe adapter (VSB02C000016) to the front subframe by hanging the belt (A) over the front of the front subframe, then secure the belt with its stop (B), then tighten the wing nut (C).
10. Line up the slots in the front subframe arms with the bolt holes on the jack base, then carefully attach them with four bolts, raise the front subframe up to the body.
11. Loosely install the new front subframe mounting bolts.
12. Align the reference marks (A) with the edge of the body (B), then tighten the bolts on the front subframe to the specified torque.
13. Remove the jack and the front subframe adapter.
14. Tighten the mid stiffener mounting bolts on both sides.
15. Tighten the lower torque rod mounting bolts.
16. Lower the vehicle on the lift.
17. Tighten the side engine mount bracket mounting bolts and nut in the numbered sequence shown.
18. Install the ground cable (A).
19. Tighten the transmission mount bracket support bolt and nuts.
20. Remove the engine support hanger, the 2006 civic engine hanger, and the universal lifting eyelet.
21. Raise the vehicle on the lift.
22. Connect the steering gearbox harness connectors (A).
23. Install a new set ring on the end of each driveshaft, then install the driveshafts. Driveshaft Installation Make sure each ring "clicks" into place in the differential and the intermediate shaft.
24. Connect the suspension lower arm ball joints. Lower Ball Joint Replacement
25. Connect the front stabilizer links. Front Stabilizer Link Removal/Installation
26. Install the under-floor TWC (A); use new gaskets (B), new self-locking nuts (C) and new bolts (D).
27. Install the splash shield (A) and the front undercover (B).
28. Lower the vehicle on the lift.
29. Install the IMA motor power cable mounting bolts (A).
30. Install the harness clamp (B), then connect the solenoid harness connector (C) and the CVT input shaft (drive pulley) speed sensor connector (D).
31. Install the shift cable. Service and Repair
32. Connect the IMA motor power cable connector.
NOTE: If the motor power cable terminals are wet, dry them with a clean towel. Do not use compressed air.
33. Connect the water bypass hose (A) and the heater hoses (B).
34. Install the bolt (A), then install the IMA motor power cable clamps (B).
35. Align the reference marks (A) on the steering joint and the steering gearbox pinion shaft. Connect the steering joint (B) to the steering gearbox pinion shaft (C). Tighten the steering joint bolt.
36. Install the steering joint cover.
37. Install the steering wheel. Steering Wheel Installation
38. Loosely install the A/C compressor mounting bolts and the compressor through bolt in the numbered sequence shown. Failure to follow this sequence may reduce the life of the drive.
39. Tighten the A/C compressor mounting bolts (A, C), then tighten the A/C compressor through bolt (B) to the specified torque.
40. Connect the A/C compressor clutch connector (D).
41. Install the radiator. Service and Repair
42. Install the drive belt. Service and Repair
43. Install the evaporative emission (EVAP) canister purge valve bracket bolts (A) and the fuel pipe nut (B), then connect the purge joint to the bracket (C).
44. Install the harness clamp (D), then connect the EVAP canister purge valve connector (E).
45. Connect the vacuum hose.
46. Install the harness clamp (A), then connect the engine wire harness connectors (B) on the left side of the engine compartment.
47. Connect the powertrain control module (PCM) connectors (A).
48. Install the bolts (A), then install the PCM cover (B).
49. Install the harness clamp (A) and the ground cable (B), then connect the positive starter cable (C).
50. Install the air cleaner assembly. Service and Repair
51. Install the intake air duct.
52. Install the resonator. Service and Repair
53. Install the engine cover.
54. Install the under-cowl panel and the cowl cover. Service and Repair
55. Install the front wheels.
56. Do the battery installation procedure. Removal and Replacement
57. Turn the IMA battery module switch ON. High Voltage Safety
58. 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 lines. Repeat this operation three times, then check fuel leakage at any point in the fuel line.
59. Refill the engine with the recommended engine oil. Service and Repair
60. Refill the transmission with CVT fluid (CVTF). Service and Repair
61. Move the shift lever to each gear, and verify that the A/T gear position indicator follows the transmission range switch.
62. Refill the radiator with engine coolant, and bleed the air from the cooling system with the heater valve open. Service and Repair
63. Check for fluid leaks.
64. Do the PCM reset procedure. Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview
65. Do the PCM idle learn procedure. PCM Idle Learn Procedure
66. Do the crankshaft position (CKP) pattern clear/CKP pattern learn procedure. Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview
67. Inspect the idle speed. Testing and Inspection
68. Inspect the ignition timing. Testing and Inspection
69. Check the wheel alignment. Service and Repair
70. Do the start clutch pressure calibration procedures. Programming and Relearning
71. If the IMA battery level gauge (BAT) displays no segment, start the engine, and hold it between 3,500 rpm and 4,000 rpm without load (in N or P) until the BAT displays at least three segments.
