Removal & Installation: Engine: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1999 Acura 2.3CL. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- To install, reverse removal procedure. To prevent excessive engine vibration and premature engine mount wear, tighten engine/transaxle mount nuts and bolts in proper sequence and to specification. See Fig 2.
- Install engine side mount. Tighten mount bolt. DO NOT tighten engine side bolt/nut. Install transmission mount. Tighten mount bolt. DO NOT tighten nuts on transmission. Install rear mount bracket. Tighten bolts on transmission, then through-bolt/nut. Install front mount/bracket. Tighten mount bolt/nut. DO NOT tighten bolts on engine. Tighten bolt/nut on engine side mount. Tighten nuts on transmission mount. Tighten bolts on front mount.
- When installing axle shafts, use NEW spring clips. Insert axle shafts until spring clips click into groove of differential side gear. Ensure harness connectors and hoses are connected properly. Ensure control cables are not bent or pinched, and are adjusted properly. On M/T models, adjust clutch pedal free play. Verify transaxle shifts smoothly.
- On all models, adjust drive belt tension. Fill or top off all fluids. Fill and bleed air from cooling system. See BLEEDING COOLING SYSTEM . Start engine and check for leaks.