Engine removal HONDA CIVIC 2003 7.G Owner's Manual

VTEC/WC
1.
CMP Sensor A Replacement
Remove the air cleaner (see page 1 1-162).
Disconnect the CMP sensor A 3P connector.
Remove the CMP sensor A (A).
Installthe sensor in the reverse order of removal
with a new o-ring (B).
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WEC Solenoid Valve Removal/
Inspection
1.Disconnect the VTEC solenoid valve 2P connector.
Measure resistance between VTEC solenoid valve
connector terminals No. 1 and No. 2.
Resistance: 14-30 Q
3. lf the resistance is within specifications, remove the
VTEC solenoid valve assemblv (A)from the
cylinder head, and check the VTEC solenoid valve
filter (B)for clogging. lf it is clogged, replace the
solenoid valve filter, the engine oilfilter, and the
engine oil.
6x1.0mm9.8 N.m (1.0 kgf.m, 7,2 lbf.ftl
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Fuel Supply System
Fuel Pulsation Damper Replacement
1. Relieve the fuel pressure(seepagell-144).
2. Remove the engine cover.
3. Remove the fuel rail mounting nuts from the fuelrail.
4. Remove the ground cable (G 101.
5. Raise the fuel rail.
6. Place awrench (A) onthefuel rail (B).
7. Place a wrench (C) onthefuel pulsation damper (D).
8. Remove the pulsation damper.
9. Installthe fuel pulsation damper in lhe reverse
order of removal with new washers.
NOTE:. Replace all washers wheneve r the fuel pulsation
damper is loosened or removed,. lf the drain hole (A) ofthefuel pulsationdamper
cover does not face bottom, reinstall it as shown.
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Intake Air System
Throttle Cable Removal/lnstallation
1. Fully open the throttle valve, then remove the
throttle cable (A) from the throttle link (B).
Remove the cable housing (C)from the cable
bracket (D).
Remove the throttle cable (A)from the accelerator
pedal (B).
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3.
SILICONE GREASE B(P/N 08798-9002)
(P/N 08?98-9002)
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5.
Install in the reverse order of removal.
After installing, start the engine. Hold the engine at
3,000 rpm with no load (in neutral) untilthe radiator
fan comes on, then let it idle.
Hold the cable, removing all slack from it.
Set the locknut on the cable bracket {A).Turn the adjusting nut (B) so that its free play is
0 mm.
The should beno crearance.
Remove the cable from the cable bracket (A). Set
the adjusting nut on the other side of the throttle
bracket, then tighten the locknut {C}.
With the cable properly adjusted, check the throttle
valve to be sure it opens fully when you push the
accelerator pedal to the floor. Also check the
throttle valve to be sure it returns to the idle
position whenever you release the accelerator
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9.
('1.0 kgf.m,7.2 tbf.ftl

Clutch Master Cylinder Replacement
NOTE: Do not spill brake fluid on the vehicle; it may
damage the paint; if brake fluid does contact the paint,
wash it off immediatelV with water.
1. Pry out the lock pin (A), and pullthe pedal pin (B)
out of the yoke. Remove the master cylinder
mounting nuts (C).
Remove the air cleaner housing cover and the air
cleaner housing (see step 6 on page 5-2).
Remove the brake fluid from the clutch master
cylinder reservoir with a syringe.
Remove the clutch line bracket from the frame rail,
and remove the clutch line clip.
Remove the clutch master cylinder (A), and pull it
toward the middle of the engine compartment.
Remove the retaining clip (B). Disconnect the clutch
line (C). Plug the end of the clutch line with a shop
towelto prevent brake fluid from coming out.
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3.
6. Disconnect the reservoir hose (D) fromtheclutch
master cylinder reservoir. Plug the end of the
reservoir hose with a shop towel to prevent brake
fluid from coming out.
7. Remove the O-ring (E) and the clutch master
cylinder seal (F) from the master cylinder.
8. Installthe clutch master cylinder in the reverse
order of removal. Install a new O-ring.
9. Make sure the hose clamps (A) are positioned on
the master cylinder (B) and reservoir (C) as shown.
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Manual Transmission
Transmission Removal
SpecialTools Required. Engine hanger adapter.2.0 to 2.4 liter VSB02C000015. Engine hanger VSB02C000018. Engine support hanger, A & Reds AAR'T 12566'. Subframe adaDter EOS02C000011 '
* Available through the Honda Tool and Equipment
Program 888-424-6857
NOTE: Use fender covers to avoid damaging painted
surfaces.
4.
1.
7.
Write down the frequencies for the radio's preset
buttons. Disconnect the negative ( ) cable first,
then the positive ( )cable from the battery.
Remove the battery.
Remove the intake manifold cover {see page g-3).
Remove the air cleaner housing (see page 1 1-162).
Remove the intake air duct {see step 8 on page 5-3).
Remove the battery tray (A).
Disconnect the transmission ground cable (B).
Disconnect the back-up light switch connector (A)
and vehicle speed sensor (VSS) connector (B).
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8. Remove the cable bracket (A). then disconnect the
cables (B) from the top of the transmission housing.
Carefully remove both cables and the bracket
together so as not to bend the cables.
9. Remove the harness clip.
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Manual Transmission
Transmission Removal (cont'd)
15. Remove the transmission mount bracket (A) and
transmission mounting bolt (B).
Remove the air cleaner bracket {C).
Raise the vehicle, and make sure it is securely
supponed.
Drain the transmission fluid. Reinstall the drain bolt
with a new washer (see page 13-3).
Remove the splash shield.
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22.
23.
Remove the three way catalytic converter (TWC)
assembly (see step 30 on page 5-5)
Remove the driveshafts (see page 16-3).
Remove the intermediate shaft {see page 16-19).
Remove the front engine mount bracket mounting
bolt.
Remove the three bolts securing the transmission
rear mounI.
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Manual Transmission
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12 x 1.25 mm64 N.m{6.5 ksf.m,47 tbf.ft)
30.
Transmission Removal (cont'd)
Pull the transmission away from the engine until
the transmission mainshaft clears the clutchpressure plate, then lower the transmission on the
transmission jack.
Remove the transmission rear mount (A) and the
transmission rear mount bracket {B).
Remove the boot (A), the release fork {B). and the
release bearing (C) from the transmission (D).
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Transmission Installation
Special Tools Required. Engine hanger adapter, 2.0 to 2.4 liter VS802C000015. E ngine hanger VS802C000018. Engine support hanger, A & Reds AAR-T-12566". subframe adaDter EoS02c000011* Available through the Honda Tool and Equipment
Program 888-424-6857
1. Check the two dowel pins are installed in the clutch
housr ng.
Apply super high temp urea grease (P/N 08798-
9002) to the release fork (A) and the release bearing(B). Installthe release fork and the release bearing.
0.4 1.0 g {0.01 0.04 ozl
3. Installthe transmission rear mount bracket (A)and
the transmission rear mount (B).
x 1.25 mmN m {6.5 kgf.m,
Place the transmission on the transmission iack.
and raise it to the engine level.
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1.0 '1.6 g{0.04 0.06 oz)

5. Install the transmission mounting
12 x 1.25 mm64 N.m 16.5 kgf m.47 lbt ft)
12 x 1.25 mm64 N.m (6.5 kgf.m,47 lbf.ft)
6. Installthe front engine mount.
12 x 1.25 ftrn64 N.m(6.5 kgf m. 47 lbf.ft)
bolts.
12x 1.25 mm64 N.m(6.5 kst.m,47 lbf ft)
7. lnstallthe clutch cover.
6x1.0mm12 N.m {1.2 kgI.m, 9 lbf ftl
8. Supportthe subframe with the subframe adapter
and a jack.
Installthe front suspension subframe (A) in its
original position by aligning the marks (B) you
made in the removal procedure,
9.
14 x 1.5 mm
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Steering
Steering Column Removal
lnstallation
1.
4.
Install the steering column, and make sure the
wires are not caught or pinched by any parts.
Insertthe upper end ofthe steering joint onto the
steering shaft {A) (line up the bolt hole (B) with the
flat portion (C) on the shaft).
8 x 1,25 mm28 N.m{2.9 kgf m,21 rbr.ft)
A
Slip the lower end of the steering joint onto the
pinion shaft {D) (line up the bolt hole with the
groove (E) around the shaft), and loosely lnstallthe
lower joint bolt. Be sure that the lower joint bolt is
securely in the groove in the pinion shaft.
Pull on the steering joint to make su re that the
steering joint is fully seated. Then installthe upper
joint bolt, and tighten it to the specified torque.
Tighten the lower joint bolt to the specified torque.
Finish the installation, and note these items:
. Make sure the wire harness is routed and
fastened properly.
. Make sure the connectors are properly connected.. Reinstallthe steering wheel (see page 17-8).
. Reconnect the battery.- Do the power window control unitreset
procedure {see page 22-128).- Enter the anti-theft code for the radio, then
enter the custmer's radio station presets.
- Set the clock.. Verify horn, turn signal switch, and cruise control
switch operation.. Check wheel alignment, if necessary (see page
18-4).. Do the engine control module (ECM) idle learn
procedu re {see page '11-139).
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and Installation (cont'd){

EPS Components
(Motor RemovaUlnstallation (cont'dl
lnsiallation
7. Clean the mating surface of the motor (A) and
gearbox.
Apply a thin coat of silicone grease (P/N 08733-
8070E)to the new O-ring (B), and carefully fit it on
the motor.
Apply grease {Nippon Grease WR-S or equivalent
steering gear grease) into the motor shaft (C).
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8 x '1.25 mm20 N.m12.0 kgt.m,7 .2lbl ftl
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r0.Install the motor on the gearbox by engaging the
motor shaft and worm shaft (D). Note the motor
installation position {direction of motor wires).
Before tightening the bolts, turn the motor two or
three times right and left about 45 degrees. lvlake
sure the motor is evenly seated on the steering
gearbox and that the O-ring is not pinched betlveen
the mating surfaces.
Installthe removed Darts in the reverse order of
removal. and note these items:
lvlake sure the motor 2P connector is properly
connected.
lvlake sure the motor and EPS wires are not
caught or pinched by any parts.
Reconnect the negative cable to the battery.
Do the engine control module (ECM) idle learn
procedure (see page 11-139).
Enter the anti-theft code for the radio station
Dresets. Reset the clock,
Do the oower window control unit reset
procedure (see page 22-1241.
After installation, start the engine, and let it idle.
Turn the steering wheel from lock-to-lock several
times. Check that the EPS indicator does not come
on.
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