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Cam Chain Installation

NOTE: Keep the cam chain away from magnetic fields.
  1. Set the crankshaft to top dead center (TDC). Align the TDC mark (A) on the crankshaft sprocket with the pointer (B) on the oil pump.
    Fig 1: Aligning TDC Mark With Oil Pump Pointer
    G05454182Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  2. Set the No. 1 piston at TDC. The "UP" mark (A) on the camshaft sprocket should be at the top, and the TDC grooves (B) on the camshaft sprocket should line up with the top edge of the head.
    Fig 2: Identifying Mark On Camshaft Sprocket And TDC Grooves
    G05454183Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  3. Install the cam chain on the crankshaft sprocket with the colored piece (A) aligned with the TDC mark (B) on the crankshaft sprocket.
    Fig 3: Identifying Crankshaft Sprocket Colored Piece And TDC Mark
    G05454184Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  4. Install the cam chain on the camshaft sprocket with the pointers (A) aligned with the three colored pieces (B) as shown.
    Fig 4: Identifying Camshaft Sprocket With Pointers
    G05454185Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  5. Apply new engine oil to the threads of the cam chain tensioner mounting bolt (A).
    Fig 5: Cam Chain Tensioner Mounting Bolt With Torque Specifications
    G05454186Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  6. Install the cam chain tensioner (B) and cam chain guide (C).
  7. Install the cam chain tensioner slider, and tighten the bolt loosely.
    Fig 6: Identifying Cam Chain Tensioner And Cam Chain Guide
    G05454187Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  8. Apply new engine oil to the sliding surface of the cam chain tensioner slider (A).
    Fig 7: Cam Chain Tensioner Slider With Torque Specification
    G05454188Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  9. Rotate the cam chain tensioner slider clockwise to compress the cam chain tensioner, and install the remaining bolt, then tighten the bolts.
  10. Check the chain case oil seal for damage. If the oil seal is damaged, replace the chain case oil seal (see CHAIN CASE OIL SEAL INSTALLATION ).
  11. Remove old liquid gasket from the chain case mating surfaces, bolts, and bolt holes.
  12. Clean and dry the chain case mating surfaces.
  13. Install the CKP pulse plate (A) on the crankshaft (B).
    Fig 8: Identifying CKP Pulse Plate On Crankshaft
    G05454189Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  14. Apply liquid gasket, P/N 08717-0004, 08718-0001, 08718-0003, or 08718-0009, evenly to the engine block mating surface of the chain case. Install the component within 5 minutes of applying the liquid gasket.
    NOTE:
    • Apply a 1.5 mm wide bead of liquid gasket along the broken lines (A).
    • Apply a 3.0 mm wide bead of liquid gasket to the engine block upper surface contact areas (B) on the chain case.
    • If you apply liquid gasket P/N 08718-0012, the component must be installed within 4 minutes.
    • If too much time has passed after applying the liquid gasket, remove the old liquid gasket and residue, then reapply new liquid gasket.
      • Fig 9: Identifying Engine Block Mating Surface Of Chain Case
      G05454190Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  15. Install the chain case (A).
    NOTE:
    • Wait at least 30 minutes to allow liquid gasket to cure before filling the engine with oil.
    • Do not run the engine for at least 3 hours after installing the chain case.
      • Fig 10: Chain Case With Torque Specifications
      G05454191Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  16. Install the harness clamps (A), and connect the crankshaft position (CKP) sensor connector (B).
    Fig 11: Identifying Harness Clamps And Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Connector
    G05454192Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  17. Install the side engine mount/bracket assembly (A), then tighten the mounting bolts and support nuts in the numbered sequence shown.
    Fig 12: Side Engine Mount/Bracket Assembly Bolts And Support Nuts With Torque Specifications
    G05454193Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  18. Install the ground cable (B).
  19. Install the oil pan (see OIL PAN INSTALLATION ).
  20. Install the crankshaft pulley (see CRANKSHAFT PULLEY REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ).
  21. Install the cylinder head cover (see CYLINDER HEAD COVER INSTALLATION ).
  22. Install the water pump pulley (see step 3 on WATER PUMP REPLACEMENT ).
  23. With A/C: Install the idler pulley.
    Fig 13: Idler Pulley With Torque Specification (With A/C)
    G05454194Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  24. Install the alternator bracket mounting bolts.
    Fig 14: Alternator Bracket Mounting Bolts With Torque Specification
    G05454195Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  25. Install the drive belt and adjust it (see DRIVE BELT INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENT ).
  26. Install the splash shield (see step 34 on ENGINE INSTALLATION ).
  27. Install the front wheels.
  28. Do the crankshaft position (CKP) pattern clear/CKP pattern learn procedure (see CRANK (CKP) PATTERN CLEAR/CRANK (CKP) PATTERN LEARN ).
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