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Engine Removal and Installation (K20C2): Installation

  1. Torque Rod Bracket - Install

    1. Install the torque rod bracket, then tighten their bolts to the specified torque.

    Fig 1: Torque Rod Bracket And Bolts With Torque Specifications (K20C2)
    GHH406379Courtesy of HONDA, U.S.A., INC.
  2. Engine - Install

    1. Position the engine/transmission assembly under the vehicle, and be sure that they are properly positioned. Carefully lower the vehicle, and stop with the installation position of the engine/transmission assembly.

    GHH406380Courtesy of HONDA, U.S.A., INC.

    2. Install the universal lifting eyelet with a commercially available spacer (A) to the chain case.

    3. Attach the chain hoist to the universal lifting eyelet (B) and the transmission hanger (C), then lift the engine/transmission until it is securely supported by the chain hoist.

  3. Transmission Mount Bracket Mounting Bolt and Nut - Loosely Install

    M/T 

    GHH406381Courtesy of HONDA, U.S.A., INC.

    CVT 

    GHH406382Courtesy of HONDA, U.S.A., INC.
  4. Engine - Support
    1. Lift and support the engine with a jack and a wood block under the oil pan.
  5. Side Engine Mount - Loosely Install
  6. Vehicle - Lift
    1. Raise the vehicle.
  7. Front Driveshaft - Install
  8. Front Subframe - Support
    GHH406383Courtesy of HONDA, U.S.A., INC.
    		 1. Set the subframe adapter (VSB02C000016) on a transmission jack (A), line up the slots in the arms with the bolt holes on the corner of the jack base, and tighten the bolts.

    2. Attach the subframe adapter to the front subframe (B).
  9. Front Subframe - Install
  10. Lower Arm Mounting Bolt - Install
    Fig 2: Lower Arm Mounting Bolt With Torque Specifications (K20C2)
    GHH406384Courtesy of HONDA, U.S.A., INC.
  11. Torque Rod Mounting Bolt - Loosely Install
    GHH406385Courtesy of HONDA, U.S.A., INC.
  12. All Engine Mount Mounting Bolt and Nut - Tighten
  13. Vehicle - Lift
    1. Raise the vehicle.
  14. Front Brace - Install
  15. Lower Arm Boll Joint - Connect
  16. Tie-Rod End Ball Joint - Connect
  17. Stabilizer Link - Connect
  18. Exhaust Pipe A - Install
  19. Connector (EPS) - Connect
  20. Vehicle - Lift
    1. Lower the vehicle.
  21. Steering Joint - Connect
  22. A/C Compressor - Install (With A/C)
  23. Radiator Assembly - Install
  24. Lower Radiator Pipe - Install
    Fig 3: Lower Radiator Pipe Components With Torque Specifications (K20C2)
    GHH406386Courtesy of HONDA, U.S.A., INC.
    1. Connect expansion tank outlet hose B.

    2. For some models: Install the washers (A).

    3. Install the lower radiator pipe (C).
  25. Heater Hose - Connect
    GHH406387Courtesy of HONDA, U.S.A., INC.
  26. Fuel Feed Hose - Connect
    GHH406388Courtesy of HONDA, U.S.A., INC.
    		 1. Connect the fuel feed hose (A), then install the quick-connect fitting cover (B).
  27. EVAP Canister Purge Hose, Vacuum Hose, and Water Bypass Hose - Connect
    GHH406389Courtesy of HONDA, U.S.A., INC.
    		 1. Connect the EVAP canister purge hose (A), the vacuum hoses (B), and the water bypass hose (C).
  28. Slave Cylinder - Install (M/T)
  29. Change Wire - Connect (M/T)
  30. Shift Cable - Connect (CVT)
  31. Engine Wire Harness - Install

    1. CVT: Install the TCM harness (A).

    GHH406390Courtesy of HONDA, U.S.A., INC.

    2. Install the engine wire harness (B).

    3. Connect the cables (C) and the connectors (D).

    4. Install the covers (E).

  32. PCM - Install 
  33. Transmission Fluid - Refill
  34. Transmission Gear - Check
    1. Check that the transmission shifts into all gears smoothly.
  35. 12 Volt Battery Set Patch - Install
    Fig 4: 12 Volt Battery Base And Set Patch Mounting Bolts With Tightening Sequence (K20C2)
    GHH406391Courtesy of HONDA, U.S.A., INC.
    1. Loosen the 12 volt battery base mounting bolts.

    2. Install the battery set patch (A).

    3. Tighten the 12 volt battery set patch mounting bolts and the 12 volt battery base mounting bolts, in the numbered sequence shown, to the specified torque.

    NOTE:  Bolt is not on all models.
    Specified Torque: 
    , , , and 9.3 N.m (0.95 kgf.m, 6.9 lbf.ft) 
    , , , and 22 N.m (2.2 kgf.m, 16 lbf.ft) 
  36. 12 Volt Battery - Install
  37. Air Cleaner - Install 
  38. Vehicle - Lift
    1. Raise the vehicle.
  39. Engine Undercover - Install
  40. Engine Undercover Lid - Install
  41. Front Wheel - Install
  42. Vehicle - Lift
    1. Lower the vehicle.
  43. Fuel Leak - Check
    1. Turn the vehicle to the ON mode, but do not start the engine. After the fuel pump runs for about 2 seconds, the fuel line will be pressurized. Repeat this two or three times, then check for fuel leakage.
  44. Engine Oil - Refill
  45. Engine Coolant - Refill
  46. Fluid Leak - Check
  47. PCM - Reset
  48. CKP Pattern - Clear/Learn
  49. PCM Idle - Learn
  50. Idle Speed - Inspect
  51. Ignition Timing - Inspect
  52. Wheel Alignment - Check
  53. VSA Sensor Neutral Position - Memorize
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