engine cover HONDA CR-V 1997 RD1-RD3 / 1.G Workshop Manual

lgnition System
5.
lgnition Timing Inspection and Setting
2.
1.Check the idle speed, and adjust it if necessary (see
section 1 1).
Pull out the service check connector 2P (BRN and
BLK wires) from the connector holder located under
the dash on the front passenger side, then connect
the scs service connector (P/N 07PAz - 0010100) to
it.
Start the engine. Hold the engine at 3,000 rpm with
no load (A/T in N or E, Mff in neutral) until the
radiator fan comes on, then let it idle.
Connect the timing light to the No. I ignition wire,
then point the light toward the pointer on the timing
belt cover.
Check the ignition timing in no load conditions:
headlights, blower fan, rear window defogger, and
air conditioner are not operating.
lgnition Timing:
M/T: 16" 12" BTDC (RED) idling in neutral
AlTt'16" !2" BTDC (RED) idling in E or E
CRANKSHAFTPULLEY
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6. lf necessary, adjust the ignition timing as follows.
Loosen the distributor mounting bolts, and turn the
distributor ignition (Dl) housing counterclockwise to
advance the timing or clockwise to retard the tim-
t no,
7.
8.
MOUNTING BOLTS24 N.m {2.4 kgf m, 17 lbtft}
Tighten the distributor mounting bolts, and recheck
the ignition timing.
Disconnect the SCS service connector from the ser-
vice check connector.
To RETARD
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The charging sy3tem b OK.ls the amperage 65 A or more?
Aharnator/Regulator Tesl (cont'd):
With the engine speed still at
2.000 rom, fulllield the alternator.
CAUTION: The voh.ge will tise quickly whon th. ahornato. is tull-li.lded Do not allow
the voltage to exceod 18 V; it mry damago the .loctrictl 3yaiGm.
NOTE: Attach a probe to a VAT-40Iull tield test lead, and inseft the probe into the tull field
access hole at the back of the altemator' Switch the field selector to the "A lGround)" posi-
tion momentarily. and check the amperage readrng.
REGULATOR(Located insidethe ond coverlFULL FIELDACCESS HOLE
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Engine RemovaUlnstallation
Removal
@a Make sure iacks and safety stands are placed properly
and hoist brackets are attached to the correct oosi-
tions on the engine.
. Make sure the vehicle will not roll oft stands and fall
while you are working under it.
NOTEI
. Use fender covers to avoid damaging painted sur-
faces.
o To avoid damage. unplug the wiring connectors care-
fully while holding the connector portion.
lvlark all wiring and hoses to avoid misconnection.
Also, be sure that they do not contact other wiring or
hoses, or interfere with other parts.
Secure the hood in the open position.
Disconnect the battery negative terminal first, then the
positive terminal.
Disconnect the battery cables from the under-hood
fuse/relay box and battery positive terminal.
1.
2.
4. Remove the batterv and batterv base.
BATTERYBASE
I x 1.25 mm24 N.m (2.4 kgf.m,17 tbnft)-t'.-e
F
FY
5. Remove the intake air duct and air cleaner housino.
INTAKE AIB
I
6.
7.
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1.
2.
Inspection
Remove the cylinder head cover.
lnspect the timing belt for c.acks and oil or coolant
soaking. Replace the belt if it is oil or coolant
soaked. Remove any oil or solvent that gets on the
belt.
lnspect thisarea for wear.
After inspecting, retorque the crankshaft pulley bolt
to 177 N.m (18.0 kgnm, 130 lbf.ft).
Install the cylinder head cover (see page 6-32).
3.
Tension Adjustment
NOTE:
. Always adjust the timing belt tension with the engine
coto.
. Always rotate the crankshaft counterclockwise when
viewed from the pulley side. Rotating it clockwise
may result in improper adiustment of the belt ten-
sion.
'1. Remove the cylinder head cover
2. Set the No. 1 piston at TDC (see page.6-12).
3. Rotate the crankshaft five or six revolutions to set
the belt.
Set the No. 1 piston at TDC.
Loosen the adjusting bolt 1/2 turn (180') only.
4.
5.
ADJUSTING BOLT5,4 N.m (5.5 kgf.m,40 tbtftlFor adiustment only,
7.
8.
Rotate the crankshaft counterclockwise three teeth
on the camshaft pulley.
Tighten the adjusting bolt to the specified torque.
After adjusting, retorque the crankshaft pulley bolt to
177 N.m (18.0 kgf.m, 130 lbf.ft).
Installthe cylinder head cover (see page 6-32).9.
rotation,
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Gylinder Head
lllustrated Index
To avoid damage, wait until the engine coolant temperature drops below 100'F (38'C) before removing the cylinder head.
6x1.0mm9.8 N.m (1.0 kgI.m, 7.2 lbf.ft)WASHERReplace when damagedor deteriorated,CYLINDER HEADCOVEBReter to page 6 32 wheninstalling cylinder head cover.
HEAO COVER GASKETBeplace when leaking,damaged or deteriorated.Apply liquid gasket atthe eight corners of the
RUBEER SEALReplace ifor deteriorated,
8 x 1.25 mm24 N.m (2.4
17 tbtft)
See section 4.
CYLINDEBHEAD PLUGReplace-
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s<-- KEY
6x1.0mm9.8 N.m (1.0 kgf.m.7.2 tbf.foApply engine oil to thethreads.
CAMSHAFTHOLDER
DOWELPIN
OIL SEALReplace.
CAMSHAFTPULLEY
8 x 1.25 mm37 N.m {3.8 kgf.m,27 tbtft)
OIL SEALReplace.
6x1.0mm9.8 N.m (1.0 kgl.m, 7.2lbtftl
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Gylinder Head
Removal
Engine removal is not required for this procedure.
l!@ Make sure iacks and safety stands are
placed properly, and hoist blackels ale attachgd to the
correct position on the engine.
NOTE:
o Use fender covers to avoid damaging painted sur-
faces.
o To avoid damage, unplug the wiring connectors care-
fully while holding the connector portion.
. To avoid damaging the cylinder head, wait until the
engine coolant temperature drops below 100"F (38'C)
before loosening the retaining bolts.
. Mark all wiring and hoses to avoid misconnection.
Also, be sure that they do not contact other wiring or
hoses, or interfere with other parts.
2.
4.
5.
1.Disconnect the negative terminal from the battery.
Drain the engine coolant (see page 10-5). Remove
the radiator cap to speed draining.
Remove the intake air duct and air cleaner housing(see page 5-2).
Remove the mounting bolt and lock bolt, then
remove the power steering (P/S) pump belt and
pump (see page 5-4).
Loosen the idler pulley bracket bolt and adjusting
bolt, then remove the air conditioning (A,/C) com,
pressor belt.
ADJUSTINGBOLT
ADJUSTING BOLTLOCKNUT8 x 1.25 mm24 N m {2.4 ksf.m, 17 lbttt}
IOLER PULLEY BBACKET BOLT10 x 1.25 mm44 N.m {4.5 kgtm, 33 lbf ft)
tt aAo-Io
6. Loosen the locknut and mounting nut, then remove
the alternator belt.
LOCKNUT8 x 1.25 mm24 N.m (2.4 kgf.m, 17 lbt.ftl
10 x 1.25 mm44 N.m (4.5 kgt.m. 33 lbf.ft)
7. Remove the P/S OUmo bracket.
l0 x 1.25 mm44 N.m (4.5 kgf.m,33 rbf.ft)
BELT
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13. Remove the upper radiator hose, heater hose and
water bypass hose.
WATER BYPASS
UPPEBRADIATORHOSE
17
HEATERHOSE
Remove the engine wire harness connectors and
wire harness clamps from the cylinder head and the
intake manifold.
o Four fuel injector connectors
. Engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor con-
neclor
. Radiator fan switch connector
. Coolant temperature gauge sendlng unlt connec-
tor
. Throttle position sensor connector
. Manifold absolute pressure {MAP) sensor con-
nector
Primary heated oxygen sensor (primary HO2S)
connector
ldle air control (lAC) valve connector
Distributor connector
Remove the spark plug caps and distributor from the
cylinder head.
Remove the cruise control actuator (see section 4).
Support the engine with a jack, then remove the
upper bracket. Make sure to place a cushion
between the oil pan and the iack (see page 6-10).
a
18. Remove the cylinder head cover.
19. Inspect the timing belt (see page 6-9).
CYLINDER
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21.
22.
Check that the mating surfaces are clean and dry.
Apply liquid gasket, part No. 08718 - 0001 or 08718- 0003, to the head cover gasket at the eight corners
of the recesses.
NOTE:
. Do not install the parts if five minutes or more
have elapsed since applying liquid gasket.
Instead, reapply liquid gasket after removing old
residue.
. After assembly. wait at least 30 minutes before
filling the engine with oil.
Apply liquid gasket tothe shaded areas.
Hold the head cover gasket in the groove by placing
your fingers on the camshaft holder contacting sur-
faces (top of the semicirclesl.
Once the cylinder head cover is on the cylinder
head, slide the cover slightly back and forth to seat
the head cover gasket.
Inspect the cover washers. Replace any washer that
is damaged or dete(iorated.
23.
24.
25. Tighten the nuts in tvvo or three steps. In the final
step, tighten all nuts, in sequence. to 9.8 N.m (1.0
kgf.m, 7.2 lbf.ft).
Check that all tubes, hoses and connectors are
installed correctly.
26.
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lllustrated lndex
I Luori""t" "tl internal parts with engine oil during reassembly.
Apply liquid gasket to the mating surfaces of the right side cover and oil pump case before installing them.
Jse liquid gasket, Part No. 08718 - 0001 or 08718 - 0003.
:lean the oil pan gasket mating surfaces before installing the oil pan.
WASHERReplace.
76 x 1.0 mm
y' t:n- l.zxstm, 8.7 lbl ftl
9 oIL PAN
OIL PAN GASKETReplace.
to page 1-22when installing
BEARING CAP
OOWEL PIN
CRANKSHAFT OIL SEAL
11x 1.5 mm76 N.m {7.8 kgl.m, 56 lbf.ft}Appiy engine oilto the boltthreaos.NOTE: After lorquingeach cap, turn the crankshaftto check for binding.6x1.0mm9,8 N.m (1,0 kgf.m,7 .2 tbt.lrl
n
MAIN BEARINGSSelection, page 7 8NOTE: New main bearings mustbe selected by matching the crankand block identification markings.
otL
6 x'1.0 mm9.8 N.m {1.0 kgtm,7.2 tbf.ftl
BAFFI.f PLATE
9.8 N.m 11.0 kgt m,7.2 tbt+tl
12 x 1.0 mm
/,71N n 17 .5
&it ks{ m 5a lbtft) {a/Tl
GASKETReplace.
OIL PUMP
Installation,page 7-19Replace.
ln
6WASHER IA/T}Overhaul, page 8-8Removal/lnspection,page 8-9Apply liquid gasketto mating surface.
8 x 1.25 mm
ORIVE PLATE IA/T)Check for cracks.
6x1.0mm9.8 N.m 11.0 kgt.m,7.2 lbtft)2a N.m (2.a kgt.m,---\6/
CRANIGHAFT SEALInstallation, page 8-10Replace-
6x1.0mm9.8 N.m l'1.0 kgf.m,7.2 lbf.ft)
RIGHT SIDE COVERApply liquid gasketto mating surface,
O.RINGReplace.THRUST WASHERSGrooved sides face outlvard,NOTE: Thrust washer thicknessis lixed and must not be changedby grinding or shimming.
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6x1.0mm
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Coat the thrust washer surtaces and bolt threads
with oil.
Installthe main bearing caps.
Check clearance with plastigage (see page 7-7), then
tighten the bearing cap bolts in 2 steps.
First slsp: 25 N.m {2.5 kgf'm, 18 lbf'ft}
Sscond step: 76 N'm (7.8 kgf'm. 56 lbf'ft)
MAIN BEARING CAP BOLTS TIGHTENING SEOUENCE
NOTE: Whenever any crankshaft or connecting rod
bearing is replaced, it is necessary after reassembly
to run the engine at idling speed until it reaches
normal operating temperature, then continue to run
it for approximatelY 15 minutes.
10.Clean and dry the right side cover mating surfaces.
Apply liquid gasket, part No. 08718 - 0001 or 08718
- 0003, evenly to the block mating surface of the
right side cover and to the inner threads of the bolt
holes. Install it on the cylind€r block
11,
6x1.0mm9.E N.m {1.0 kgt m,7.2 tbf.ft)
NOTE:
. Do not install the parts if five minutes or more
have elapsed since applying the liquid gasket.
Instead, reapply liquid gasket after removing the
old residue.
. After assembly, wait at least 30 minutes before
filling the engine with oil.
(cont'dl
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RIGHT SIDE
OOWEL PINS
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