Engine Installation

Special Tools Required 

• Universal eyelet 07AAK-SNAA120
• Front subframe adapter VSB02C000016*
• 2006 Civic engine hanger VSB02C000025*
• Engine support hanger, A and Reds AAR-T1256*

  * : Available through Honda Tool and Equipment Program, 1-888-424-6857

1. Install the lower torque rod bracket, and tighten the bolts to the specified torque.
   Fig 1: Lower Torque Rod Bracket Bolts With Torque Specifications

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2. Lower the vehicle, and attach the universal lifting eyelet (07AAK-SNAA120) and chain hoist to the universal lifting eyelet and the transmission hanger, then lift the engine/IMA motor/transmission in the vehicle.
   NOTE: Reinstall the mounting bolts/support nuts in the sequence given in the following steps. Failure to follow this sequence may cause excessive noise and vibration, and reduce engine mount life.
   Fig 2: Locating Chain Hoist, Universal Eyelet (07AAK-SNAA120) And Transmission Hook

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3. Attach the universal lifting eyelet to the threaded hole (A) on the cylinder head with a 10 x 1.25 mm bolt (B).
   Fig 3: Locating Universal Eyelet And Threaded Hole

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4. Install the engine support hanger (AAR-T1256) onto the 2006 civic engine hanger (VSB02C000025) as shown, and attach the hook to the slotted hole in the engine hanger adapter. Tighten the wing nut (A) by hand, and lift and support the engine/IMA motor/transmission.
   NOTE: Be careful when working around the windshield.
   Fig 4: Locating Front Leg Assembly, Hook And Wing Nut

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5. Install the side engine mount bracket (A), then loosely install the new side engine mount bracket mounting bolts and nut (B).
   Fig 5: Locating Side Engine Mount Bracket

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6. Install the ground cable (C).
7. Loosely tighten the transmission mount bracket support bolt and nuts.
   Fig 6: Identifying Transmission Mount Bracket Support Bolt And Nuts

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8. Remove the chain hoist and universal eyelet, then raise the vehicle on the lift.
9. Using the subframe adapter (VSB02C000016) and a jack, raise the front subframe up to the body.
   Fig 7: Locating Front Subframe Adapter (VSB02C000016) And Strap

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10. Loosely install the new front subframe mounting bolts.
    Fig 8: Subframe Mounting Bolts With Torque Specifications

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11. Align the reference marks (A) on the front subframe (B) with the edge of the body (C), then tighten the bolts on the front subframe to the specified torque.
    Fig 9: Aligning Front Subframe Reference Marks On Body

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12. Remove the jack and the subframe adapter.
13. Install mid stiffener mounting bolts on both sides.
    Fig 10: Locating Mid Stiffener Mounting Bolts With Torque Specifications

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14. Tighten the lower torque rod mounting bolts.
    Fig 11: Lower Torque Rod Mounting Bolts With Torque Specifications

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15. Lower the vehicle on the lift.
16. Remove the engine support hanger, the 2006 civic engine hanger, and the universal lifting eyelet.
Fig 12: Side Engine Mount Bracket Mounting Bolts And Nut Tightening Sequence With Torque Specifications
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17. Tighten the side engine mount bracket mounting bolts and nut in the numbered sequence shown.
    Fig 13: Side Engine Mount Bracket Mounting Bolts

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18. Tighten the transmission mount bracket support bolt and nuts.
    Fig 14: Transmission Mount Bracket Support Bolt And Nuts

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19. Raise the vehicle on the lift to full height.
20. Tighten the lower torque rod mounting bolts in the numbered sequence shown.
    Fig 15: Lower Torque Rod Mounting Bolts

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21. Remove the vinyl tape, then connect the EPS motor 2P connector (A), the EPS motor 1P connector (B), the torque sensor 4P connector (C), and the EPS motor angle sensor 6P connector (D) to the steering gearbox. Make sure to push these connectors until you hear a click so that the connectors are secured..
    Fig 16: Locating Steering Gearbox Harness Connectors

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22. Install a new set ring on the end of each driveshaft then install the driveshafts (see DRIVESHAFT INSTALLATION ). Make sure each ring "clicks" into place in the differential and the intermediate shaft.
23. Connect the suspension lower arm ball joints (see LOWER BALL JOINT REPLACEMENT ).
24. Connect the front stabilizer links (see STABILIZER LINK REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
25. Install the under-floor TWC (A); use new gaskets (B), new self-locking nuts (C) and new bolts (D).
    Fig 17: Locating Under-Floor TWC, Gaskets, Self-Locking Nuts And Bolts With Torque Specifications

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26. Install the splash shield (A) and the front undercover (B).
    Fig 18: Locating Splash Shield And Engine Undercover

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27. Lower the vehicle on the lift.
28. Install the IMA motor power cable mounting bolts (A).
    Fig 19: Locating IMA Motor Power Cable Mounting Bolts With Torque Specifications

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29. Install the harness clamp (B), then connect the solenoid harness connector (C) and the CVT input shaft (drive pulley) speed sensor connector (D).
30. Install the shift cable. Do not bend the shift cable excessively (see SHIFT CABLE REPLACEMENT ).
31. Connect the IMA motor power cable connector.
    NOTE: If the motor power cable terminals are wet, dry them with a clean towel. Do not use compressed air.
    Fig 20: Locating IMA Motor Power Cable Connector

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32. Connect the water bypass hose (A) and the heater hoses (B).
    Fig 21: Locating Water Bypass Hose And Heater Hoses

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33. Install the mounting bolt (A), then install the IMA motor power cable clamps (B).
    Fig 22: Locating Mounting Bolt And IMA Motor Power Cable Clamps With Torque Specifications

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34. Cut the wire (A), then align the reference marks (B) on the steering joint (C) and the steering gearbox pinion shaft (D). Connect the steering joint to the steering gearbox pinion shaft. Tighten the steering joint bolt (E).
    Fig 23: Aligning Reference Marks On Steering Joint And Steering Gearbox Pinion Shaft With Torque Specifications

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35. Install the steering joint cover.
    Fig 24: Steering Joint Cover Nuts With Torque Specifications

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36. Install the steering wheel (see STEERING WHEEL INSTALLATION ).
37. Loosely install the A/C compressor mounting bolts and the compressor through bolt in the numbered sequence shown. Failure to follow this sequence may reduce the life of the compressor.
    Fig 25: Compressor Through Bolt Sequence With Torque Specifications

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38. Tighten the A/C compressor mounting bolts (A, C), then tighten the A/C compressor through bolt (B) to the specified torque.
39. Connect the A/C compressor clutch connector (D).
40. Install the radiator (see RADIATOR AND FAN REPLACEMENT ).
41. Install the drive belt (see DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT
42. Install the evaporative emission (EVAP) canister purge valve bracket bolts (A) and the fuel pipe nut (B), then connect the purge joint to the bracket (C).
    Fig 26: Locating Purge Control Solenoid Valve Bracket Bolts, Fuel Pipe Nut And Clamp Bracket (C) With Torque Specifications

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43. Install the harness clamp (D), then connect the purge control solenoid valve connector (E).
44. Connect the vacuum hose.
    Fig 27: Identifying Vacuum Hose

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45. Install the harness clamp (A), then connect the engine wire harness connectors (B) on the left side of the engine compartment.
    Fig 28: Locating Harness Clamp And Engine Wire Harness Connectors

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46. Connect the powertrain control module (PCM) connectors (A).
    Fig 29: Locating Powertrain Control Module Connectors

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47. Install the bolts (A), then install the PCM cover (B).
    Fig 30: Locating Bolts And PCM Cover With Torque Specifications

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48. Install the harness clamp (A), and the ground cable (B), then connect the positive starter cable (C) Make sure the crimped side of the ring terminal faces away from the starter when you connect it.
    Fig 31: Locating Harness Clamp, Starter Cable And Ground Cable With Torque Specifications

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49. Install the air cleaner assembly (see AIR CLEANER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
50. Install the intake air duct.
    Fig 32: Identifying Intake Air Duct

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51. Install the resonator (see RESONATOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
52. Install the engine cover.
    Fig 33: Identifying Engine Cover

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53. Install the under-cowl panel and the cowl cover (see COWL COVER REPLACEMENT ).
54. Install the front wheels.
55. Do the battery installation procedure (see INSTALLATION ).
56. Turn the IMA battery module switch ON (see TURNING OFF AND ON POWER TO THE HIGH VOLTAGE CIRCUIT ).
57. 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 lines. Repeat this operation three times, then check fuel leakage at any point in the fuel line.
58. Refill the engine with engine oil (see ENGINE OIL REPLACEMENT ).
59. Refill the transmission with CVT fluid (CVTF) (see CVT FLUID REPLACEMENT ).
60. Move the shift lever to each gear, and verify that the A/T gear position indicator follows the transmission range switch.
61. Refill the radiator with engine coolant, and bleed air from the cooling system with the heater valve open (see step 9 on COOLANT REPLACEMENT ).
62. Check the fluid leaks.
63. Do the PCM reset procedure (see PCM RESET ).
64. Do the crankshaft position (CKP) pattern clear/CKP pattern learn procedure (see CRANK (CKP) PATTERN CLEAR/CRANK (CKP) PATTERN LEARN ).
65. Inspect the idle speed (see IDLE SPEED INSPECTION ).
66. Inspect the ignition timing (see IGNITION TIMING INSPECTION ).
67. Do the start clutch pressure calibration procedures (see START CLUTCH PRESSURE CONTROL CALIBRATION PROCEDURES ).
68. If the 12 V battery is discharged, its cables have been disconnected, or the MCM (motor control module) has been reset, the IMA battery level gauge (BAT) does not display the state-of-charge (SOC) when the engine is first started. To display the level in the level gauge (BAT), start the engine, and hold it between 3, 500 rpm and 4, 000 rpm without load (in P or N) until the level in the level gauge (BAT) displays at least three segments.
69. Check the wheel alignment (see WHEEL ALIGNMENT ).