Engine Removal
Special Tools Required
- 2008 V6 Attachment Arm SIL02C000033*
- Engine Support Hanger, A and Reds AAR-T1256*
- Engine Hanger Balance Bar VSB02C000019*
- Subframe Adapter VSB02C000016* *Available through the Honda Tool and Equipment Program, 888-424-6857
Note. Use fender covers to avoid damaging painted surfaces. To avoid damaging the wiring and terminals, unplug the wiring connectors carefully while holding the connector portion. Mark all wiring and hoses to avoid misconnection. Also, be sure that they do not contact other wiring or hoses, or interfere with other parts.
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- Remove the both sides hood support strut, then use it as shown in illustration to prop the hood in the wide-open position.
- Remove the strut brace (see «FRAME BRACE REPLACEMENT»(ref-423711-S23932908292011092800000) ).
- Drain the power steering fluid (see «FLUID CHECK/REPLACEMENT»(ref-423678-S13606714012011092800000) ).
- Relieve the fuel pressure (see «FUEL PRESSURE RELIEVING»(ref-423686-S00692949972011092800000) ).
- Remove the engine cover (see step 2 under «INTAKE MANIFOLD REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»(ref-423685-S35751896362011092800000) ).
- Do the battery removal procedure (see «BATTERY REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»(ref-423695-S12032225202011092800000) ).
- Remove the splash separator (see step 2 under «RADIATOR REPLACEMENT»(ref-423681-S28496489702011092800000) ).
- Remove the front grille cover: 2-door (see «FRONT GRILLE COVER REPLACEMENT»(ref-423712-S28094005722011092800000) ) 4-door (see «FRONT GRILLE COVER REPLACEMENT»(ref-423712-S28094005722011092800000) )
- Remove the air cleaner (see «AIR CLEANER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-423687-S36123988032011092800000) ).
- Remove the harness clamp (A), the bolts (B), and loosen the bolts (C), then remove the battery base (D).
- Disconnect the battery cables (A) from the under-hood fuse/relay box.
- Remove the ECM/PCM cover (A), then remove the three bolts (B) securing the ECM/PCM.
- Disconnect the ECM/PCM connectors (A) and the engine wire harness connector (B), then remove the harness clamps (C) and the bracket (D).
- M/T model: Disconnect the engine wire harness connector (E).
- Disconnect the EVAP canister hose (A) and the brake booster vacuum hose (B).
- Remove the quick-connect fitting cover (A), then disconnect the fuel feed hose (B) (see «FUEL LINE/QUICK-CONNECT FITTING REMOVAL»(ref-423686-S08987606702011092800000) ).
- Remove the drive belt: '08-10 models J35Z2 engine (see «EXCEPT '08-10 MODELS J35Z2 ENGINE»(ref-423689-S24037394532011092800000) ) Except '08-10 models J35Z2 engine (see «EXCEPT '08-10 MODELS J35Z2 ENGINE»(ref-423689-S30271481622011092800000) )
- Disconnect the power steering pump outlet hose (A) and the power steering pump inlet line (B) from the power steering pump and remove the power steering hose bracket (C), then plug the power steering hoses and the power steering pump.
- Remove the steering wheel (see «STEERING WHEEL REMOVAL»(ref-423678-S13132969492011092800000) ).
- Remove the steering joint cover (A).
- Make a reference mark (B) across the steering joint (C) and the steering gearbox pinion shaft (D). Remove the steering joint bolt (E), and loosen the steering joint bolt (F), then disconnect the steering joint from the steering gearbox pinion shaft.
- M/T model: Remove the three bolts securing the shift cable holder, then remove the shift cable and the select cable (see step 15 under «TRANSMISSION REMOVAL»(ref-423683-S14912783862011092800000) ). Do not bend the cables excessively.
- M/T model: Remove the clutch slave cylinder and the clutch line bracket mounting nut (see step 16 under «TRANSMISSION REMOVAL»(ref-423683-S14912783862011092800000) ). Do not operate the clutch pedal once the slave cylinder has been removed.
- A/T model: Remove the shift cable (see «SHIFT CABLE REPLACEMENT»(ref-423684-S06376956912011092800000) ). Do not bend the shift cable excessively.
- Wait until the engine is cold, then carefully remove the radiator cap.
- Raise the vehicle on the lift.
- Remove the front wheels.
- Remove the splash shield.
- Loosen the drain plug in the radiator, and drain the engine coolant (see «COOLANT CHECK»(ref-423681-S04277852872011092800000) ).
- Drain the engine oil (see «ENGINE OIL LEVEL CHECK»(ref-423676-S30996061642011092800000) ).
- Drain the transmission fluid: Manual transmission (see «TRANSMISSION FLUID INSPECTION AND REPLACEMENT»(ref-423683-S19269959282011092800000) ) Automatic transmission (see «ATF REPLACEMENT»(ref-423684-S21854405112011092800000) )
- Remove exhaust pipe A.
- Remove the damper fork (see step 3 under «LOWER ARM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-423731-S14935830152011092800000) ).
- Separate the tie-rod end ball joints from the knuckles (see step 9 under «KNUCKLE/HUB/WHEEL BEARING REPLACEMENT»(ref-423731-S08193556372011092800000) ).
- Separate the knuckles from the lower arms (see step 11 under «KNUCKLE/HUB/WHEEL BEARING REPLACEMENT»(ref-423731-S08193556372011092800000) ).
- Remove the driveshafts (see «DRIVESHAFT INSPECTION»(ref-423680-S34445353992011092800000) ). Coat all precision-finished surfaces with new engine oil. Tie plastic bags over the driveshaft ends.
- Disconnect the power steering hose (A), then plug the line and the hose.
- Disconnect the PSP switch connector (A).
- Lower the vehicle on the lift.
- Remove the radiator (see «RADIATOR REPLACEMENT»(ref-423681-S28496489702011092800000) ).
- Disconnect the heater hoses (A).
- Disconnect the A/C compressor clutch connector (A), then remove the A/C compressor (B) without disconnecting the A/C hoses. Do not bend the A/C hoses excessively.
- A/T model: Remove the ATF cooler hoses from the transmission, then plug the ATF cooler hoses and the lines (see «ATF COOLER HOSE REPLACEMENT»(ref-423684-S09830039502011092800000) ).
- Remove the harness holder and the connectors from the front cylinder head: J35Z2 engine (see step 3 under «CYLINDER HEAD COVER REMOVAL»(ref-423691-S00874463762011092800000) ) J35Z3 engine (see step 3 under «CYLINDER HEAD COVER REMOVAL»(ref-423692-S19431983442011092800000) )
- Remove the connector bracket (A) from the front cylinder head; use the bracket bolt hole (B) to attach the engine hanger balance bar front arm. J35Z2 engine J35Z3 engine
- Remove the harness clamp bracket (A) from the rear cylinder head; use the bracket bolt hole to attach the 2008 V6 attachment arm (SIL02C000033). J35Z2 engine J35Z3 engine
- Install the engine hanger balance bar (VSB02C000019). Attach the front arm (A) to the front cylinder head with several spacers (B) and a bolt (10 x 1.25 mm) (C), attach the 2008 V6 attachment arm (SIL02C000033) to the rear cylinder head with an (8 x 1.25 mm) bolt (D), then attach the rear arm (E) to the 2008 V6 attachment arm.
- Install the engine support hanger (AAR-T1256) onto the vehicle as shown in illustration, and attach the hook to the slotted hole in the engine hanger balance bar. Tighten the wing nut (F) by hand, and lift and support the engine/transmission. NOTE: Be careful when working around the windshield. Be careful not to damage the hood opener cable when installing the engine support hanger at the front bulkhead. AAR-T1256 two sets required for stacking additional cross section bar.
- M/T model: Remove the front engine mount stop (A), then remove the front engine mount mounting bolt (B) and disconnect the vacuum hose (C).
- A/T model: Remove the front engine mount stop (A), then remove the front engine mount mounting bolt (B) and disconnect the engine mount actuator connector (C) and remove the connector (D) from the front subframe.
- M/T model: Lift and support the engine/transmission with a jack and a wood block under the engine/transmission. Remove the rear engine mount mounting bolt (A), then remove the mount-to-subframe bolts (B).
- A/T model: Remove the rear engine mount stop (A), then remove the rear engine mount mounting bolt (B) and disconnect the engine mount actuator connector (C).
- Raise the vehicle on the lift.
- A/T model: Remove the harness clamps (A).
- Attach the subframe adapter (VSB02C000016) to the front subframe by looping the belt (A) over the front of the front subframe (B), then secure the belt with its stop (C).
- Raise the jack and line up the slots in the subframe adapter arms with the bolt holes on the jack base, then securely attach them with four bolts.
- Remove the subframe middle mount on both sides.
- Remove the nuts securing the lower transmission mount.
- Remove the four 12 x 1.25 mm bolts (A) (B) securing the stiffeners (C), the four subframe mounting bolts (D), and the stiffeners, then lower the front subframe (E).
- Lower the vehicle on the lift.
- Attach a chain hoist (A) to the engine hanger (B) and the transmission hanger (C), then lift the engine/transmission until it is securely supported by the chain hoist, and remove the engine support hanger and the engine hanger balance bar.
- A/T model: Remove the ground cable (A).
- Remove the side engine mount bracket mounting bolts (A) from the upper half of the side engine mount bracket.
- M/T model: Remove the ground cable (A), then remove the upper transmission mount bracket mounting bolts (B). NOTE: Do not remove the TORX bolt (C) from the upper transmission mount. If the TORX bolt is removed, the upper transmission mount must be replaced as an assembly.
- A/T model: Remove the harness bracket (A), then remove the upper transmission mount bracket mounting bolts and nut (B). NOTE: Do not remove the TORX bolt (C) from the upper transmission mount. If the TORX bolt is removed, the upper transmission mount must be replaced as an assembly.
- Check that the engine/transmission is completely free of the vacuum hoses, the fuel hoses, the coolant hoses, and the electrical wiring.
- Slowly lower the engine/transmission about 150 mm (5.91 in). Check once again that all the hoses and the electrical wiring are disconnected and free from the engine/transmission, then lower it all the way and support it.
- Disconnect the chain hoist from the engine/transmission.
- Raise the vehicle, and remove the engine/transmission from under the vehicle.
Engine Installation
Special Tools Required
- Engine Support Hanger, A and Reds AAR-T1256*
- Engine Hanger Balance Bar VSB02C000019*
- 2008 V6 Attachment Arm SIL02C000033*
- Subframe Adapter VSB02C000016*
- Subframe Alignment Pin 070AG-SJAA10S *Available through the Honda Tool and Equipment Program 888-424-6857
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- Install the engine mount brackets and the accessory brackets, then tighten their bolts to the specified torque.
- 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. 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.
- Install the engine hanger balance bar (VSB02C000019). Attach the front arm (A) to the front cylinder head with several spacers (B) and a 10 x 1.25 mm bolt (C), attach the 2008 V6 attachment arm (SIL02C000033) to the rear cylinder head with an 8 x 1.25 mm bolt (D), then attach the rear arm (E) to the 2008 V6 attachment arm.
- Install the engine support hanger (AAR-T1256) onto the vehicle as shown in illustration, and attach the hook to the slotted hole in the engine hanger balance bar. Tighten the wing nut (F) by hand, and lift and support the engine/transmission. NOTE: Be careful when working around the windshield. Be careful not to damage the hood opener cable when installing the engine support hanger at the front bulkhead. AAR-T1256 two sets required for stacking additional cross section bar.
- Install the new side engine mount bracket mounting bolts (A) into the upper half of the side engine mount bracket. Tighten the bolts to the specified torque.
- M/T model: Tighten the new upper transmission mount bracket mounting bolts (A) to the specified torque, then install the ground cable (B).
- A/T model: Tighten the new upper transmission mount bracket mounting bolts (A) and nut to the specified torque, then install the bracket (B).
- A/T model: Install the ground cable (A).
- Remove the chain hoist, then raise the vehicle on the lift.
- Using the subframe adapter (VSB20C000016) and a jack, raise the front subframe up to the body.
- Loosely install the new front subframe mounting bolts (four) (A), the 12 x 1.25 mm bolts (four) (B) (C), and the stiffeners (D).
- Loosely install the new subframe middle mount on both sides.
- Remove the jack and the subframe adapter.
- Insert the 15.7 mm side of the subframe alignment 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.
- Insert the 15.7 mm side of the subframe alignment 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.
- Using the subframe alignment pin, tighten the subframe right rear mounting bolt.
- Using the subframe alignment pin, tighten the subframe left rear mounting bolt.
- Tighten the stiffener mounting bolts to the specified torque.
- Tighten the front and rear subframe mounting bolts to the specified torque.
- 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 subframe alignment pin.
- Tighten the bolts securing the subframe middle mount on both sides.
- Install the lower transmission mount nuts.
- A/T model: Install the harness clamps (A).
- Lower the vehicle on the lift.
- Remove the engine support hanger, the engine hanger balance bar, and the 2008 V6 attachment arm.
- M/T model: Tighten the new front engine mount mounting bolt (A), then install the front engine mount stop mounting nuts (B) and connect the vacuum hose (C).
- A/T model: Tighten the new front engine mount mounting bolt (A), then install the front engine mount stop mounting nuts (B), and connect the engine mount actuator connector (C), and install the connector (D) to the front subframe.
- M/T model: Lift and support the engine/transmission with a jack and a wood block under the transmission, then install the rear engine mount (A).
- M/T model: Remove the jack, then tighten the new rear engine mount mounting bolts in the numbered sequence shown in illustration.
- A/T model: Tighten the new rear engine mount mounting bolt (A), then install the rear engine mount stop mounting nuts (B), and connect the engine mount actuator connector (C).
- Loosen the side engine mount bracket mounting bolts (A) for the upper half of the side engine mount bracket, then retighten them to the specified torque.
- M/T model: Loosen the upper transmission mount bracket mounting bolts (A), then retighten them to the specified torque.
- A/T model: Loosen the upper transmission mount bracket mounting bolts and nut (A), then retighten them to the specified torque.
- Install the connector bracket (A) to the front cylinder head. J35Z2 engine J35Z3 engine
- Install the harness holder and the connectors to the front cylinder head: J35Z2 engine (see step 12 under «CYLINDER HEAD COVER INSTALLATION»(ref-423691-S14826881972011092800000) ) J35Z3 engine (see step 12 under «CYLINDER HEAD COVER INSTALLATION»(ref-423692-S31979684762011092800000) )
- Install the harness clamp bracket (A) to the rear cylinder head. J35Z2 engine J35Z3 engine
- A/T model: Install the ATF cooler hoses to the transmission, and secure the hoses with the clips (see «ATF COOLER HOSE REPLACEMENT»(ref-423684-S09830039502011092800000) ).
- Install the A/C compressor (A), then connect the A/C compressor clutch connector (B).
- Connect the heater hoses (A).
- Install the radiator (see «RADIATOR REPLACEMENT»(ref-423681-S28496489702011092800000) ).
- Raise the vehicle on the lift.
- Connect the PSP switch connector (A).
- Connect the power steering hose (A), then secure the hose with the clamp.
- Install a new set ring on the end of each driveshaft, then install the driveshafts (see «DRIVESHAFT INSTALLATION»(ref-423680-S31121813102011092800000) ). Make sure each ring "clicks" into place in the differential and the intermediate shaft.
- Connect the lower arms to the knuckles (see step 11 under «KNUCKLE/HUB/WHEEL BEARING REPLACEMENT»(ref-423731-S08193556372011092800000) ).
- Connect the tie-rod end ball joints to the knuckles (see step 9 under «KNUCKLE/HUB/WHEEL BEARING REPLACEMENT»(ref-423731-S08193556372011092800000) ).
- Install the damper fork (see step 3 under «LOWER ARM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-423731-S14935830152011092800000) ).
- Install exhaust pipe A using new gaskets (B) and new self locking nuts (C).
- Install the splash shield.
- Install the front wheels.
- Lower the vehicle on the lift.
- A/T model: Install the shift cable (see «SHIFT CABLE REPLACEMENT»(ref-423684-S06376956912011092800000) ).
- M/T model: Install the clutch slave cylinder and the clutch line bracket mounting nut (see step 43 under «TRANSMISSION INSTALLATION»(ref-423683-S03025849202011092800000) ).
- M/T model: Install the shift cable and the select cable, then tighten the three bolts securing the shift cable holder (see step 44 under «TRANSMISSION INSTALLATION»(ref-423683-S03025849202011092800000) ).
- Align the reference mark (A) on the steering joint (B) and the steering gearbox pinion shaft (C). Connect the steering joint to the steering gearbox pinion shaft. Tighten the steering joint bolts (D).
- Install the steering joint cover (E).
- Install the steering wheel (see «STEERING WHEEL INSTALLATION»(ref-423678-S12092247432011092800000) ).
- Connect the power steering pump outlet hose (A) and the power steering pump inlet hose (B) to the power steering pump and install the power steering hose bracket (C).
- Install the drive belt: '08-10 models J35Z2 engine (see «EXCEPT '08-10 MODELS J35Z2 ENGINE»(ref-423689-S24037394532011092800000) ) Except '08-10 models J35Z2 engine (see «EXCEPT '08-10 MODELS J35Z2 ENGINE»(ref-423689-S30271481622011092800000) )
- Connect the fuel feed hose (A), then install the quick-connect fitting cover (B) (see «FUEL LINE/QUICK-CONNECT FITTING INSTALLATION»(ref-423686-S17982967202011092800000) ).
- Connect the EVAP canister hose (A) and the brake booster vacuum hose (B).
- Connect the ECM/PCM connectors (A), the engine wire harness connector (B), and the harness clamps (C), and install the bracket (D).
- M/T model: Connect the engine wire harness connector (E).
- Install the ECM/PCM (A), then install the ECM/PCM cover (B).
- Connect the battery cables (A) to the under-hood fuse/relay box.
- Install the battery base (A), then install the harness clamp (B) and the bolts (C).
- Install the air cleaner (see «AIR CLEANER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-423687-S36123988032011092800000) ).
- Install the front grille cover: 2-door (see «FRONT GRILLE COVER REPLACEMENT»(ref-423712-S28094005722011092800000) ) 4-door (see «FRONT GRILLE COVER REPLACEMENT»(ref-423712-S28094005722011092800000) )
- Install the splash separator (see step 2 under «RADIATOR REPLACEMENT»(ref-423681-S28496489702011092800000) ).
- Install the engine cover (see step 9 under «INTAKE MANIFOLD REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»(ref-423685-S35751896362011092800000) ).
- Install the strut brace (see «FRAME BRACE REPLACEMENT»(ref-423711-S23932908292011092800000) ).
- Do the battery installation procedure (see «BATTERY REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»(ref-423695-S12032225202011092800000) ).
- 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.
- Refill the engine with the engine oil (see step 4 under «ENGINE OIL LEVEL CHECK»(ref-423676-S30996061642011092800000) ).
- Refill the transmission with fluid: Manual transmission (see «TRANSMISSION FLUID INSPECTION AND REPLACEMENT»(ref-423683-S19269959282011092800000) ) Automatic transmission (see «ATF REPLACEMENT»(ref-423684-S21854405112011092800000) )
- A/T model: Move the shift lever to each gear, and verify that the A/T gear position indicator follows the transmission range switch.
- M/T model: Check that the transmission shifts into all gears smoothly.
- Refill the reservoir with power steering fluid (see step 6 under «FLUID CHECK/REPLACEMENT»(ref-423678-S13606714012011092800000) ).
- Refill the radiator with engine coolant (see step 8 under «COOLANT REPLACEMENT»(ref-423681-S08836873002011092800000) ).
- Do the power steering system bleeding procedure (see step 7 under «FLUID CHECK/REPLACEMENT»(ref-423678-S13606714012011092800000) ).
- Do the cooling system bleeding procedure (see «COOLANT CHECK»(ref-423681-S04277852872011092800000) ).
- Check for fluid leaks.
- Do the ECM/PCM reset procedure (see «HDS CLEAR COMMAND»(ref-423698-S33409657662011092800000) ).
- Do the CKP pattern clear/CKP pattern learn procedure (see «CKP PATTERN CLEAR/CKP PATTERN LEARN»(ref-423698-S35315721402011092800000) ).
- Inspect the idle speed (see «IDLE SPEED INSPECTION»(ref-423700-S22595328652011092800000) ).
- Inspect the ignition timing (see «IGNITION TIMING INSPECTION»(ref-423690-S26122387712011092800000) ).
- Check the wheel alignment (see «WHEEL ALIGNMENT»(ref-423679-S40847451382011092800000) ).
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- Remove the A/C condenser fan shroud assembly, then remove the radiator fan shroud assembly (see «FAN, FAN MOTOR, AND SHROUD REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»(ref-423681-S07148024932011092800000) ).
- Remove the front engine mount stop (A), then remove the front engine mount mounting bolt (B).
- Lift and support the engine with a jack and a wood block under the oil pan.
- Remove the ATF cooler pipe bracket mounting bolts (A).
- Disconnect the engine mount actuator connector (B), then remove the front engine mount (C).
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- Install the front engine mount (A) using new bolts (B), then connect the engine mount actuator connector (C).
- Install the ATF cooler pipe bracket mounting bolts (D).
- Remove the jack and the wood block.
- Install the new front engine mount mounting bolt (A), then install the front engine mount stop (B) using new nuts (C).
- Install the radiator fan shroud assembly, then install the A/C condenser fan shroud assembly (see «FAN, FAN MOTOR, AND SHROUD REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»(ref-423681-S07148024932011092800000) ).
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- Remove the rear engine mount stop (A), then remove the rear engine mount mounting bolt (B).
- Lift and support the engine with a jack and a wood block under the oil pan.
- Disconnect the engine mount actuator connector (A), then remove the rear engine mount (B) and the rear engine mount base (C).
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- Install the rear engine mount base (A) using new bolts (B) and the rear engine mount (C), then connect the engine mount actuator connector (D).
- Remove the jack and the wood block.
- Install the new rear engine mount mounting bolt (A), then install the rear engine mount stop (B) using new nuts (C).