Engine Block Acura RDX I

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1. Remove the oil pump (see «OIL PUMP REMOVAL»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/lubrication-system/#engine-lubrication) ).
2. Remove the baffle plate (see step 7 ).
3. Measure the connecting rod end play with a feeler gauge between the connecting rod and crankshaft. Connecting Rod End Play Standard (New): 0.15-0.35 mm (0.006-0.014 in.) Service Limit: 0.40 mm (0.016 in.)
4. If the connecting rod end play is beyond service limit, install a new connecting rod, and recheck. If it is still beyond service limit; replace the crankshaft (see «CRANKSHAFT AND PISTON REMOVAL»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/mechanical/#engine-block) ).
5. Push the crankshaft firmly away from the dial indicator, and zero the dial against the end of the crankshaft. Then pull the crankshaft firmly back toward the indicator; the dial reading should not exceed the service limit. Crankshaft End Play Standard (New): 0.10-0.35 mm (0.004-0.014 in.) Service Limit: 0.45 mm (0.018 in.)
6. If the end play is beyond service limit, replace the thrust washers and recheck, if it is still beyond service limit, replace the crankshaft (see «CRANKSHAFT AND PISTON REMOVAL»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/mechanical/#engine-block) ).

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1. To check main bearing-to-journal oil clearance, remove the tower block and bearing halves (see «CRANKSHAFT AND PISTON REMOVAL»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/mechanical/#engine-block) ).
2. Clean each main journal and bearing half with a clean shop towel.
3. Place one strip of plastigage across each main journal.
4. Reinstall the bearings and lower block, then torque the bolts to 29 N.m (3.0 kgf.m, 22 lbf.ft) + 67° in the proper sequence NOTE: Do not rotate the crankshaft during inspection.
5. Tighten the bearing cap bolts an additional 67 °.
6. Remove the lower block and bearings again, and measure the widest part of the plastigage. Main Bearing-to-Journal Oil Clearance No. 1,2,4,5 Journals: Standard (New): 0.017 - 0.041 mm (0.0007 - 0.0016 in.) Service Limit: 0.050 mm (0.0020 in.) No. 3 Journal: Standard (New): 0.025 - 0.049 mm (0.0010 - 0.0019 in.) Service Limit: 0.055 mm (0.0022 in.)
7. If the plastigage measures too wide or too narrow, remove the crankshaft, and remove the upper half of the bearing. Install a new, complete bearing with the same color code(s), and recheck the clearance. Do not file, shim, or scrape the bearings or the caps to adjust clearance.
8. If the plastigage shows the clearance is still incorrect, try the next larger or smaller bearing (the color listed above or below the current one), and check again. If the proper clearance cannot be obtained by using the appropriate larger or smaller bearings, replace the crankshaft and start over.

Main Bearing Selection

Crankshaft Bore Code Location

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1. Numbers, letters, or bars have been stamped on the end of the block as a code for the size of each of the five main journal bores. Write down the crank bore codes. If you can't read the codes because of accumulated dirt and dust, do not scrub them with a wire brush or scraper. Clean them only with solvent or detergent. Main Journal Code Location
2. The main journal codes are stamped on the crankshaft in either location.
3. Use the crank bore codes and crank journal codes to select the appropriate replacement bearings from the following table.

Note. The color code is on the edge of the bearing. When using bearing halves of different colors, it does not matter which color is used in the top or bottom.

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1. Remove the oil pump (see «OIL PUMP REMOVAL»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/lubrication-system/#engine-lubrication) ).
2. Remove the baffle plate (see step 7 ).
3. Remove the connecting rod cap and bearing half.
4. Clean the crankshaft rod journal and bearing half with a clean shop towel.
5. Place plastigage across the rod journal.
6. Reinstall the bearing half and cap, and torque the bolts to 29 N.m (3.0 kgf.m, 22 lbf.ft) + 90° NOTE: Do not rotate the crankshaft during inspection.
7. Remove the rod cap and bearing half, and measure the widest part of the plastigage. Connecting Rod Bearing-to-Journal Oil Clearance Standard (New): 0,033-0.064 mm (0.0013-0.0025 in.) Service Limit: 0.077 mm (0.0030 in.)
8. If the plastigage measures too wide or too narrow, remove the upper half of the bearing, install a new, complete bearing with the same color code(s), and recheck the clearance. Do not file, shim, or scrape the bearings or the caps to adjust clearance.
9. If the plastigage shows the clearance is still incorrect, try the next larger or smaller bearing (the color listed above or below the current one), and check clearance again. If the proper clearance cannot be obtained by using the appropriate larger or smaller bearing, replace the crankshaft and start over.

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1. Inspect each connecting rod for cracks and heat damage. Connecting Rod Big End Bore Code Locations
2. Each rod has a tolerance range from 0 to 0.024 mm (0.0009 in.), in 0.006 mm (0.0002 in.) increments, depending on the size of its big end bore. It's then stamped with a number or bar (1,2,3, or 4/1, II, III, or IIII) indicating the range. You may find any combination of numbers and bars in any engine. (Half the number or bar is stamped on the bearing cap, the other half is on the rod.) If you can't read the code because of an accumulation of oil and varnish, do not scrub it with a wire brush or scraper. Clean it only with solvent or detergent. Normal Bore Size: 51.0 mm (2.01 in.) Connecting Rod Journal Code Location
3. The connecting rod journal codes are stamped on the crankshaft in either location.
4. Use the big end bore codes and rod journal codes to select appropriate replacement bearings from the following table.

Note. The color code is on the edge of the bearing.

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Oil Pan Removal

Special Tools Required

Front subframe adapter VSB02C000016 (Available through the Honda Tool and Equipment Program, 1-888-424-6857)

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1. If the engine is out of the vehicle, go to step 14 .
2. Raise the vehicle on the lift to full height.
3. Drain the engine oil (see «ENGINE OIL REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/lubrication-system/#engine-lubrication) ).
4. Remove the front wheels.
5. Remove the splash shield (see step 25 under «ENGINE REMOVAL»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/mechanical/#engine-removal-and-installation) ).
6. Remove the bolt securing the P/S fluid line bracket and unclamp the P/S fluid line clamps on the front subframe (see step 34 under «ENGINE REMOVAL»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/mechanical/#engine-removal-and-installation) ).
7. Remove the bolts securing the steering gearbox mounting brackets (see step 35 under «ENGINE REMOVAL»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/mechanical/#engine-removal-and-installation) ).
8. Remove the two bolts at the three way catalytic converter (TWC) front joint.
9. Remove the lower torque rod (see step 45 under «ENGINE REMOVAL»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/mechanical/#engine-removal-and-installation) ).
10. Attach the subframe adapter (A) to the subframe and hang the belt of the subframe adapter over the front of the subframe, then secure the belt with its stop.
11. Raise the jack and line up the slots in the arms with the bolt holes on the corner of the jack base, then attach them with bolts securely.
12. Remove the 12 x 1.25 mm bolts (A), then loosen the 14 x 1.5 mm bolts (B) on the subframe so they are about 30 mm (1.2 in.) from the mounting surface.
13. Remove the subframe adapter.
14. Remove the lower torque rod bracket.
15. Remove the torque converter cover (A) and transmission mounting bolts (B).
16. Remove the bolts securing the oil pan.
17. Using a flat blade screwdriver, separate the oil pan from the block in the places shown.

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1. Remove the engine assembly (see «ENGINE REMOVAL»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/mechanical/#engine-removal-and-installation) ).
2. Remove the transmission (see «TRANSMISSION REMOVAL»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/automatic-trans/#automatic-transmission) ).
3. Remove the drive plate (see «DRIVE PLATE REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/automatic-trans/#automatic-transmission) ).
4. Remove the oil pan (see «OIL PAN REMOVAL»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/mechanical/#engine-block__oil-pan-removal) ).
5. Remove the oil pump (see «OIL PUMP REMOVAL»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/lubrication-system/#engine-lubrication) ).
6. Remove the cylinder head (see «CYLINDER HEAD REMOVAL»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/mechanical/#cylinder-head) ).
7. Remove the baffle plate.
8. Remove the 8 mm bolts in sequence.
9. Remove the bearing cap bolts. To prevent warpage, unscrew the bolts in sequence 1/3 turn at a time; repeat the sequence until all bolts are loosened.
10. Using a flat blade screwdriver, separate the lower block from the engine block in the places shown.
11. Remove the lower block and bearings. Keep all the bearings in order.
12. Remove the rod caps/bearings. Keep all caps/ bearings in order.
13. Lift the crankshaft out of the engine. Being careful not to damage the journals.
14. Remove the upper bearing halves from the connecting rods, and set them aside with their respective caps.
15. If you can feel a ridge of metal or hard carbon around the top of each cylinder, remove it with a ridge reamer (A). Follow the reamer manufacturer's instructions. If the ridge is not removed, it may damage the pistons as they are pushed out.
16. Use the wooden handle of a hammer (A) to drive out the piston/connecting rod assembly (B).
17. Reinstall the lower block and bearings on the engine in the proper order.
18. Reinstall the connecting rod bearings and caps after removing each piston/connecting rod assembly.
19. Mark each piston/connecting rod assembly with its cylinder number to make sure they are reused in the original order.

Note. The existing number on the connecting rod does not indicate its position in the engine, it indicates the rod bore size.

Crankshaft Inspection

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1. Remove the crankshaft from the engine block (see «CRANKSHAFT AND PISTON REMOVAL»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/mechanical/#engine-block) ).
2. Clean the crankshaft oil passages with pipe cleaners or a suitable brush.
3. Clean the keyway and threads.
4. Measure the out-of-round at the middle of each rod and main journal in two places. The difference between measurements on each journal must not be more than the service limit. Journal Out-of-Round Standard (New): 0.004 mm (0.0002 in.) max. Service Limit: 0.010 mm (0.0004 in.)
5. Measure the taper at the edges of each rod and main journal. The difference between measurements on each journal must not be more than the service limit. Journal Taper Standard (New): 0.005 mm (0.0002 in.) max. Service Limit: 0.010 mm (0.0004 in.) Straightness
6. Place the engine block on the surface plate.
7. Clean and install the bearings on the No. 1 and No. 5 journals of the engine block.
8. Lower the crankshaft into the block.
9. Measure runout on all main journals. Rotate the crankshaft two complete revolutions. The difference between measurements on each journal must not be more than the service limit. Crankshaft Total Runout Standard (New): 0.02 mm (0.0008 in.) max. Service Limit: 0.04 mm (0.0016 in.)

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1. Remove the crankshaft and pistons (see «CRANKSHAFT AND PISTON REMOVAL»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/mechanical/#engine-block) ).
2. Check the piston for distortion or cracks.
3. Measure the piston diameter at a point 10 mm (0.4 in.) from the bottom of the skirt. There are two standard-size pistons (/ (slash) and B). The letter is stamped on the top of the piston. Letters are also stamped on the block as cylinder bore sizes. Piston Diameter Standard (New): /(slash): 85.980-85.990 mm (3.3850-3.3854 in.) B: 85.970-85.980 mm (3.3846-3.3850 in.) Service Limit: /(slash): 85.930 mm (3.3831 in.) B: 85.920 mm (3.3827 in.) Oversize Piston Diameter 0.25: 86.230-86.240 mm (3.3949-3.3953 in.)
4. Measure the wear and taper in direction X and Y at three levels in each cylinder as shown. If the measurements in any cylinder are beyond the Oversize Bore Service Limit, replace the block. If the block is being rebored, refer to step 7 after reboring. Cylinder Bore Size Standard (New): A or I: 86.010-86.020 mm (3.3862-3.3866 in.) B or II: 86.000-86.010 mm (3.3858-3.3862 in.) Service Limit: 86.070 mm (3.3886 in.) Oversize 0.25: 86.250-86.260 mm (3.3957-3.3961 in.) Reboring Limit: 0.25 mm (0.01 in.) max. Bore Taper Limit: (Difference between first and third measurement) 0.05 mm (0.002 in.)
5. Scored or scratched cylinder bores must be honed.
6. Check the top of the block for warpage. Measure along the edges, and across the center as shown. Engine Block Warpage Standard (New): 0.07 mm (0.003 in.) max. Service Limit: 0.10 mm (0.004 in.)
7. Calculate the difference between the cylinder bore diameter and the piston diameter. If the clearance is near or exceeds the service limit, inspect the piston and cylinder bore for excessive wear. Piston-to-Cylinder Bore Clearance Standard (New): 0.020-0.040 mm (0.0008-0.0016 in.) Service Limit: 0.05 mm (0.002 in.)

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Cylinder Bore Honing

Only a scored or scratched cylinder bore must be honed.

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1. Measure the cylinder bores (see «BLOCK AND PISTON INSPECTION»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/mechanical/#engine-block) ). If the block is to be reused, hone the cylinders, and remeasure the bores.
2. Hone the cylinder bores with honing oil and a fine (400 grit) stone in a 60 degree cross-hatch pattern (A). Use only a rigid hone with 400 grit or finer stone such as Sunnen, Ammco, or equivalent. Do not use stones that are worn or broken.
3. When honing is complete, thoroughly clean the engine block of all metal particles. Wash the cylinder bores with hot soapy water, then dry and oil them immediately to prevent rusting. Never use solvent, it will only redistribute the grit on the cylinder walls.
4. If scoring or scratches are still present in the cylinder bores after honing the engine block to the service limit, rebore the engine block. Some light vertical scoring and scratching is acceptable if it is not deep enough to catch your fingernail, and does not run the full length of the bore.

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1. Remove the piston from the engine block (see «CRANKSHAFT AND PISTON REMOVAL»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/mechanical/#engine-block) ).
2. Apply new engine oil to the piston pin snap rings (A), and turn them in the ring grooves until the end gaps are lined up with the cutouts in the piston pin bores (B). NOTE: Take care not to damage the ring grooves.
3. Remove both snap rings. Start at the cutout in the piston pin bore. Remove the snap rings carefully so they do not go flying or get lost. Wear eye protection.
4. Heat the piston and connecting rod assembly to about 158°F (70°C), then remove the piston pin.

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Inspection

Note. Inspect the piston, piston pin, and connecting rod when they are at room temperature.

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1. Measure the diameter of the piston pin. Piston Pin Diameter Standard (New): 21.962-21.965 mm (0.8646-0.8648 in.) Service Limit: 21.953 mm (0.8643 in.)
2. Zero the dial indicator to the piston pin diameter.
3. Check the difference between the piston pin diameter and piston pin hole diameter in the piston. Piston Pin-to-Piston Clearance Standard (New): -0.005 to +0.002 mm (-0.00020 to +0.00008 in.) Service Limit: 0.005 mm (0.0002 in.)
4. Measure the piston pin-to-connecting rod clearance. Piston Pin-to-Connecting Rod Clearance Standard (New): 0.005-0.014 mm (0.0002-0.0006 in.) Service Limit: 0.02 mm (0.0008 in.)

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1. Install a piston pin snap ring (A).
2. Coat the piston pin bore in the piston, the bore in the connecting rod, and the piston pin with new engine oil.
3. Heat the piston to about 158°F {70°C).
4. Assemble the piston (A) and connecting rod (B) with the arrow (C) and the embossed mark (D) on the same side. Install the piston pin (E).
5. Install the remaining snap ring (F).
6. Turn the snap rings in the ring grooves until the end gaps are positioned at the bottom of the piston.

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1. Remove the piston from the engine block (see «CRANKSHAFT AND PISTON REMOVAL»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/mechanical/#engine-block) ).
2. Using a ring expander (A), remove the old piston rings (B).
3. Clean all ring grooves thoroughly with a squared-off broken ring or ring groove cleaner with a blade that fits the piston grooves. The top ring groove is 1.5 mm (0.06 in.) wide. The 2nd ring groove is 1.2 mm (0.05 in.) wide. The oil ring groove is 2.0 mm (0.08 in.) wide. File down a blade if necessary. Do not use a wire brush to clean the ring grooves, or cut the ring grooves deeper with the cleaning tools. NOTE: If the piston is to be separated from the connecting rod* do not install new rings yet.
4. Using a piston that has its rings removed, push a new ring (A) into the cylinder bore 15-20 mm (0.6-0.8 in.) from the bottom.
5. Measure the piston ring end-gap (B) with a feeler gauge: If the gap is too small, check to see if you have the proper rings for your engine. If the gap is too large, recheck the cylinder bore diameter against the wear limits (see «BLOCK AND PISTON INSPECTION»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/mechanical/#engine-block) ). If the bore is beyond the service limit, the engine block must be rebored. Piston Ring End-Gap Top Ring: Standard (New): 0.20-0.30 mm (0.008-0.012 in.) Service Limit: 0.60 mm (0.024 in.) Second Ring: Standard (New): 0.40-0.50 mm (0.016-0.020 in.) Service Limit: 0.75 mm (0.030 in.) Oil Ring: Standard (New): 0.10-0.30 mm (0.004-0.012 in.) Service Limit: 0.80 mm (0.031 in.)
6. Install the top ring and the second ring as shown. The top ring (A) has a 1N mark and the second ring (B) has a 2N mark. The manufacturing marks (C) must be face upward.
7. Rotate the rings in their grooves to make sure they do not bind.
8. Position the ring end gaps as shown
9. After installing a new set of rings, measure the ring-to-groove clearances. Top Ring Clearance Standard (New): 0.045-0.090 mm(0.0018-0.0035 in.) Service Limit: 0.13 mm (0.005 in.) Second Ring Clearance Standard (New): 0.040-0.065 mm (0.0016-0.0026 in.) Service Limit: 0.13 mm (0.005 in.) Oil Ring Clearance Standard (New): 0.020-0.050 mm (0.0008-0.0020 in.) Service Limit: 0.08 mm (0.003 in.)

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1. Set the crankshaft to bottom dead center (BDC) for each cylinder as its piston is installed.
2. Remove the connecting rod caps, then install the ring compressor. Check that the bearing is securely in place.
3. Apply new engine oil to the piston, inside of the ring compressor, and the cylinder bore, then attach the ring compressor to the piston/connecting rod assembly.
4. Position the mark (A) to face the cam chain side of the engine.
5. Position the piston in the cylinder, and tap it in using the wooden handle of a hammer (A). Push down on the ring compressor (B) to prevent the rings from expanding before entering the cylinder bore.
6. Stop after the ring compressor pops free, and check the connecting rod-to-crank journal alignment before pushing the piston into place.
7. Check the connecting rod bearing clearance with plastigage (see «CONNECTING ROD BEARING REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/mechanical/#engine-block) ).
8. Inspect the connecting rod bolts (see «CONNECTING ROD BOLT INSPECTION»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/mechanical/#engine-block) ).
9. Install the rod caps with bearings. Torque the bolts to 29 N.m (3.0 kgf.m, 22 lbf.ft).
10. Tighten the connecting rod bolts an additional 90°.

Note. Remove the connecting rod bolt if you tightened it beyond the specified angle, and go back to step 8 of the procedure. Do not loosen it back to the specified angle.

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1. Remove the connecting rod caps, then install the ring compressor, and check that the bearing is securely in place.
2. Apply new engine oil to the piston, inside of the ring compressor, and the cylinder bore, then attach the ring compressor to the piston/connecting rod assembly.
3. Position the mark (A) to face the cam chain side of the engine.
4. Position the piston in the cylinder, and tap it in using the wooden handle of a hammer (A). Push down on the ring compressor (B) to prevent the rings from expanding before entering the cylinder bore.
5. Position all pistons at top dead center (TDC).

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1. Measure the diameter of each connecting rod bolt at point A and point B.
2. Calculate the difference in diameter between point A and point B. Point A-Point B = Difference in Diameter Difference in Diameter Specification: 0-0.1 mm (0-0.004 in.)
3. If the difference in diameter is out of specification, replace the connecting rod bolt.

Crankshaft Installation

Special Tools Required

1. Handle driver 07749-0010000
2. Oil seal driver attachment, 96 mm 07ZAD-PNAA100

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1. Check the connecting rod bearing clearance with plastigage (see «CONNECTING ROD BEARING REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/mechanical/#engine-block) ).
2. Check the main bearing clearance with plastigage (see «CRANKSHAFT MAIN BEARING REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/mechanical/#engine-block) ).
3. Install the bearing halves in the engine block and connecting rods.
4. Apply a coat of new engine oil to the main bearings and rod bearings.
5. Hold the crankshaft so that rod journal No. 2 and rod journal No. 3 are straight up, and lower the crankshaft into the block.
6. Apply new engine oil to the thrust washer surfaces. Install the thrust washers (A) in the No. 4 journal of the engine block.
7. Inspect the connecting rod bolts (see «CONNECTING ROD BOLT INSPECTION»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/mechanical/#engine-block) ).
8. Apply engine oil to the threads of the connecting rod bolts.
9. Seat the rod journals into connecting rod No. 1 and connecting rod No. 4. Line up the mark (B) on the connecting rod and cap, then install the caps and bolts finger-tight.
10. Seat the journals into connecting rod No. 2 and connecting rod No. 3. Line up the mark on the connecting rod and cap, then install the caps and bolts finger-tight.
11. Tighten the connecting rod bolts to 29 N.m (3.0 kgf.m, 22 lbf.ft).
12. Tighten the connecting rod bolts an additional 90°. NOTE: Remove the connecting rod bolt if you tightened it beyond the specified angle, and go back to step 7 of the procedure. Do not loosen it back to the specified angle.
13. Remove all of the old liquid gasket from the lower block mating surfaces, bolts, and bolt holes.
14. Clean, and dry the lower block mating surfaces.
15. Apply liquid gasket, P/N 08717-0004, 08718-0001, 08718-0003, or 08718-0009, evenly to the engine block mating surface of the lower block. Install the component within 5 minutes of applying the liquid gasket. NOTE: 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.
16. Put the lower block on the engine block.
17. Apply new engine oil to the threads of the bearing cap bolts.
18. Tighten the bearing cap bolts, in sequence, to 29 N.m (3.0 kgf.m, 22 lbf.ft).
19. Tighten the bearing cap bolts an additional 67°.
20. Tighten the 8 mm bolts, in sequence, to 22 N.m (2.2 kgf.m, 16 lbf.ft).
21. Use the driver and attachment to drive a new oil seal squarely into the block to the specified installed height.
22. Measure the distance between the engine block (A) and oil seal (B).
23. Install the baffle plate.
24. Install the oil pump (see «OIL PUMP INSTALLATION»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/lubrication-system/#engine-lubrication) ).
25. Install the oil pan (see «OIL PAN INSTALLATION»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/mechanical/#engine-block) ).
26. Install the cylinder head (see «CYLINDER HEAD INSTALLATION»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/mechanical/#cylinder-head) ).
27. Install the drive plate (see «DRIVE PLATE REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/automatic-trans/#automatic-transmission) ).
28. Install the transmission (see «TRANSMISSION INSTALLATION»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/automatic-trans/#automatic-transmission) ).
29. Install the engine assembly (see «ENGINE INSTALLATION»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/mechanical/#engine-removal-and-installation__engine-installation) ).

Note. Whenever any crankshaft or connecting rod bearing is replaced, it is necessary after reassembly to run the engine at idle speed until it reaches normal operating temperature, then continue running it for about 15 minutes.

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1. Remove all of the old liquid gasket from the oil pan mating surfaces, bolts, and bolt holes.
2. Clean and dry the oil pan mating surfaces.
3. Apply liquid gasket, P/N 08717-0004, 08718-0001, 08718-0003, or 08718-0009, evenly to the engine block mating surface of the oil pan and to the inside edge of the bolt holes. Install the component within 5 minutes of applying the liquid gasket. NOTE: 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.
4. Install the oil pan.
5. Tighten the bolts in three steps. In the final step, tighten all bolts, in sequence, to 12 N.m (1.2 kgf.m, 8.8 lbf.ft). Wipe off the excess liquid gasket on the each side of crankshaft pulley and drive plate. 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 oil pan.
6. Install the transmission mounting bolts (A) and torque converter cover (B).
7. Install the lower torque rod bracket.
8. If the engine is still in the vehicle, do the following steps.
9. Tighten the 14 x 1.5 mm bolts (A), then tighten the new 12 x 1.25 mm bolts (B) and 12 x 1.25 mm bolts (C).
10. Lower the vehicle on the lift.
11. Loosen the upper torque rod mounting bolt (see step 1 under «LOWER TORQUE ROD REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/mechanical/#engine-removal-and-installation) ).
12. Raise the vehicle on the lift to full height.
13. Tighten the lower torque rod mounting bolts (see step 18 under «ENGINE INSTALLATION»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/mechanical/#engine-removal-and-installation__engine-installation) ).
14. Lower the vehicle on the lift.
15. Tighten the upper torque rod mounting bolt (see step 6 under «UPPER TORQUE ROD REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/mechanical/#engine-removal-and-installation) ).
16. Raise the vehicle on the lift to full height.
17. Using the new gasket (A), tighten the two bolts at the three way catalytic converter (TWO front joint.
18. Install the bolts securing the steering gearbox mounting brackets (see step 23 under «ENGINE INSTALLATION»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/mechanical/#engine-removal-and-installation__engine-installation) ).
19. Install the power steering (P/S) fluid line bracket and secure the hose with the hose clamps (see step 24 under «ENGINE INSTALLATION»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/mechanical/#engine-removal-and-installation__engine-installation) ).
20. Install the splash shield (see step 30 under «ENGINE INSTALLATION»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/mechanical/#engine-removal-and-installation__engine-installation) ).
21. Install the front wheels.
22. Refill the engine with engine oil (see step 4 under «ENGINE OIL REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/lubrication-system/#engine-lubrication) ).

Transmission End Crankshaft Oil Seal Installation - In Car

Special Tools Required

1. Handle driver 07749-0010000
2. Oil seal driver attachment, 96 mm 07ZAD-PNAA100

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1. Remove the transmission (see «TRANSMISSION REMOVAL»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/automatic-trans/#automatic-transmission) ).
2. Remove the drive plate (see «DRIVE PLATE REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/automatic-trans/#automatic-transmission) ).
3. Clean, and dry the crankshaft oil seal housing.
4. Use the driver and attachment to drive a new oil seal squarely into the block to the specified installed height.
5. Measure the distance between the engine block (A) and oil seal (B).
6. Install the drive plate (see «DRIVE PLATE REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/automatic-trans/#automatic-transmission) ).
7. Install the transmission (see «TRANSMISSION INSTALLATION»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/automatic-trans/#automatic-transmission) ).

Sealing Bolt Installation

Note. When installing the sealing bolts (A), (B), and (C), always use a new washer (except for the bolt (D)).

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See also:
• OIL PUMP REMOVAL
• ENGINE REMOVAL
• TRANSMISSION REMOVAL
• CYLINDER HEAD REMOVAL
• ENGINE INSTALLATION
• CRANKSHAFT AND PISTON REMOVAL
• OIL PAN REMOVAL