Engine Installation
Engine InstallationSpecial Tools Required
^ Frame positioning guide pin 070AG-SJAA10S
^ 2008 V6 Attachment arm SIL02C000033 *
^ Front subframe adapter VSB02C000016 *
^ Engine hanger balance bar VSB02C000019 *
^ Engine support hanger, A and Reds AAR-T1256 *
*: These special tools are available through Honda Tool and Equipment Program, 1-888-424-6857
1. Install the engine mount brackets and accessory brackets, and tighten their bolts to the specified torque.
2. Position the engine/transmission under the vehicle. Be sure that they are properly aligned. Carefully lower the vehicle until the engine/transmission are properly positioned in the engine compartment. Make sure the vehicle is not resting on any part of the engine/transmission. Support the engine/transmission with a chain hoist (A) and carefully raise the engine/transmission into place.
3. Install the engine support hanger (AAR-T1256) to the vehicle.
4. Lift and support the engine with the engine hanger balance bar (VSB02C000019). Attach the front arm (A) to the front cylinder head with several spacers (B) and the bolt (10 x 1.25 mm) (C). Attach the 2008 V6 attachment arm (SIL02C000033). (D) to the rear cylinder head and the bolt (8 x 1.25 mm) (E), then attach the rear arm (F) to the 2008 V6 attachment arm.
5. Install the mounting bolts into the upper half of the side engine mount bracket. Tighten the bolts to the specified torque.
6. M/T model: Tighten the upper transmission mount bracket mounting bolts to the specified torque, then install the ground cable.
7. A/T model: Tighten the upper transmission mount bracket mounting bolts and nut to the specified torque, then install the bracket.
8. A/T model: Install the ground cable.
9. Remove the chain hoist, then raise the vehicle on the lift.
10. Using the subframe adapter (VSB20C000016) and a jack, raise the front subframe up to the body.
11. Loosely install the new front subframe mounting bolts (four) (A), the 12 x 1.25 mm bolts (four) (B) (C), and the stiffeners (D).
12. Loosely install the subframe middle mount.
13. Remove the jack and the front subframe adapter.
14. Insert the 15.7 mm side of the frame positioning guide pin (070AG-SJAA10S) through the positioning slot (A) on the right rear stiffener, through the positioning hole (B) on the subframe, and into the positioning hole (C) on the body, then loosely tighten the subframe right rear mounting bolt.
15. Insert the 15.7 mm side of the frame positioning guide pin through the positioning slot on the left rear stiffener, through the positioning hole on the subframe, and into the positioning hole on the body, then loosely tighten the subframe left rear mounting bolt.
16. Using the frame positioning guide pin, tighten the subframe right rear mounting bolt.
17. Using the frame positioning guide pin, tighten the subframe left rear mounting bolt.
18. Tighten the stiffener mounting bolts to the specified torque.
19. Tighten the subframe mounting bolts to the specified torque.
20. Check that the positioning slots on the right/left rear stiffener, the positioning holes on the subframe, and the positioning holes on the body are aligned using the frame positioning guide pin.
21. Tighten the bolts securing the subframe middle mounts.
22. Tighten the nuts securing the lower transmission mount.
23. Lower the vehicle on the lift.
24. Remove the engine support hanger, the engine hanger balance bar, and the 2008 V6 attachment arm.
25. M/T model: Tighten the front engine mount bolt (A), then install the front engine mount stop (B) and the vacuum hose (C).
26. A/T model: Tighten the front engine mount bolt (A), then install the front engine mount stop (B), and connect the active control engine mount (ACM) connector (C), and install the connector (D) to the front subframe.
27. M/T model: Support the transmission with a jack and a wood block under the transmission, then install the rear engine mount.
28. A/T model: Tighten the rear engine mount bolt (A), then install the rear engine mount stop (B), and connect the ACM connector (C).
29. A/T model: Install the harness clamp (A).
30. Loosen the mounting bolts for the upper half of the side engine mount bracket, then retighten them to the specified torque.
31. M/T model: Loosen the mounting bolts for the upper transmission mount bracket, then retighten them to the specified torque.
32. A/T model: Loosen the mounting bolts and nut for the upper transmission mount bracket, then retighten them to the specified torque.
33. Install the connector bracket to the front cylinder head.
34. Install the harness holder and the connectors to the front cylinder head.
35. Install the harness clamp bracket to the rear cylinder head.
36. A/T model: Install the ATF cooler hoses to the transmission, and secure the hoses with the clips.
37. Install the A/C compressor (A), then connect the A/C compressor clutch connector (B).
38. Connect the heater hoses.
39. Install the radiator.
40. Raise the vehicle on the lift.
41. Connect the power steering pressure switch connector (A).
42. Install the power steering (P/S) hose (A).
43. Install a new set ring on the end of each driveshaft, then install the driveshafts. Make sure each ring "clicks" into place in the differential and intermediate shaft.
44. Connect the lower arms to the knuckles.
45. Connect the tie-rod end ball joints to the knuckles.
46. Install the damper fork.
47. Install exhaust pipe A using new gaskets (B) and new self locking nuts (C).
48. Install the splash shield.
49. Install the front wheels.
50. Lower the vehicle on the lift.
51. A/T model: Install the shift cable.
52. M/T model: Install the clutch slave cylinder and the clutch line bracket mounting bolt.
53. M/T model: Install the shift cable and the select cable, then tighten the three bolts securing the shift cable holder.
54. Align the reference mark (A) on the steering joint and the steering gearbox pinion shaft. Connect the steering joint (B) to the steering gearbox pinion shaft (C). Torque the steering joint bolts.
55. Install the steering joint cover (D).
56. Install the steering wheel.
57. Install the P/S pump outlet line (A) and the P/S pump inlet line (B) to the P/S pump and install the P/S hose bracket (C).
58. Install the drive belt.
59. Connect the fuel feed hose (A), then install the quick-connect fitting cover (B).
60. Install the evaporative emission (EVAP) canister hose (A) and the brake booster vacuum hose (B).
61. Connect the engine control module (ECM)/powertrain control module (PCM) connectors (A), the engine wire harness connector (B), the harness clamps (C), and the bracket (D).
62. M/T model: Connect the engine wire harness connector (E).
63. Install the ECM/PCM (A), then install the ECM/PCM cover (B).
64. Connect the battery cables (A) to the under-hood fuse/relay box.
65. Install the battery base (A), then install the harness clamp (B) and the bolt (C).
66. Install the air cleaner assembly.
67. Install the splash separator.
68. Install the engine cover.
69. Install the strut brace.
70. Do the battery installation procedure.
71. A/T model: Move the shift lever to each gear, and verify that the A/T gear position indicator follows the transmission range switch.
72. M/T model: Check that the transmission shifts into all gear smoothly.
73. 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 line. Repeat this operation three times, then check for fuel leakage at any point in the fuel line.
74. Refill the engine with engine oil.
75. Refill the transmission with fluid.
76. Refill the radiator with engine coolant, and bleed air from the cooling system with the heater valve open.
77. Check for fluid leaks.
78. Do the ECM/PCM reset procedure.
79. Do the ECM/PCM idle learn procedure.
80. Do the crankshaft position (CKP) pattern clear/CKP pattern learn procedure.
81. Inspect the idle speed.
82. Inspect the ignition timing.
83. Check the wheel alignment.