Engine Assembly: Removal & Installation Honda CR-V III

Engine Removal

Special Tools Required

1. Universal Lifting Eyelet 07AAK-SNAA120
2. Engine Hanger Adapter VSB02C000015*
3. Subframe Adapter VSB02C000016*
4. CR-V Engine Hanger Adapter VSB02C000032*
5. Engine Support Hanger, A and Reds AAR-T1256*

* 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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1. Remove the hood support rod, then use it as shown to prop the hood in the wide-open position.
2. Relieve the fuel pressure. K24Z1 engine (see «FUEL PRESSURE RELIEVING»(ref-371349-S02080404072010091000000) ) K24Z6 engine (see «FUEL PRESSURE RELIEVING»(ref-371362-S30854346012010091000000) )
3. Remove the air cleaner housing assembly. K24Z1 engine (see «AIR CLEANER ELEMENT INSPECTION/REPLACEMENT»(ref-371350-S18049873232010091000000) ) K24Z6 engine (see «THROTTLE BODY CLEANING»(ref-371363-S36777773282010091000000) )
4. Remove the air flow tube. K24Z1 engine (see «THROTTLE BODY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-371350-S05060739952010091000000) ) K24Z6 engine (see «THROTTLE BODY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-371363-S06444653242010091000000) )
5. Do the battery removal procedure (see «REMOVAL»(ref-371357-S29911670982010091000000) ).
6. Remove the harness clamp (A) and the ground cable (B).
7. Remove the battery cables (A) from the under-hood fuse/relay box.
8. Disconnect the harness connector (B), and remove the harness clamp (C).
9. Remove the powertrain control module (PCM) cover (A), then remove the three bolts (B) securing the PCM.
10. Disconnect the PCM connectors (A) and the engine wire harness connector (B).
11. Remove the harness clamps (C).
12. Remove the harness clamp (A), then remove the PCM bracket (B).
13. Disconnect the evaporative emission (EVAP) canister hose (A) and brake booster vacuum hose (B). Then remove the bolts securing the install pipe component (C) (K24Z6 engine). K24Z1 engine K24Z6 engine
14. Remove the quick-connect fitting cover (A), then disconnect the fuel feed hose (B) (see «FUEL LINE/QUICK-CONNECT FITTING REMOVAL»(ref-371349-S22975683742010091000000) ). K24Z1 engine K24Z6 engine
15. Remove the drive belt (see «DRIVE BELT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-371352-S03973361012010091000000) ).
16. Remove the power steering (P/S) pump (A) without disconnecting the P/S hoses, then remove the P/S hose from the clamp (B).
17. Remove the radiator cap.
18. Raise the vehicle on the lift.
19. Remove the front wheels.
20. Remove the splash shield (see «FRONT SPLASH SHIELD REPLACEMENT»(ref-371366-S37249269372010091000000) ).
21. Loosen the drain plug in the radiator, and drain the engine coolant (see «COOLANT CHECK»(ref-371337-S12927460352010091000000) ).
22. Drain the engine oil (see «ENGINE OIL REPLACEMENT»(ref-371342-S30440727742010091000000) ).
23. Drain the automatic transmission fluid (ATF) (see «ATF REPLACEMENT»(ref-371338-S09977727542010091000000) ).
24. Remove the three way catalytic converter (TWC). K24Z1 engine (see «CATALYTIC CONVERTER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-371374-S18602870302010091000000) ) K24Z6 engine (see «UNDER-FLOOR TWC REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-371375-S37484487302010091000000) )
25. Remove the shift cable (see step 39 under «TRANSMISSION REMOVAL»(ref-371338-S22387040442010091000000) ).
26. Separate the stabilizer links from the stabilizer bar (see «STABILIZER LINK REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-371376-S26796391872010091000000) ).
27. Separate the knuckles from the lower arms (see «BALL JOINT REMOVAL»(ref-371345-S26339095322010091000000) ).
28. Remove the drives hafts (see step 7 under «FRONT DRIVESHAFT REMOVAL»(ref-371346-S04708455882010091000000) ). Coat all precision-finished surfaces with clean engine oil. Tie plastic bags over the driveshaft ends.
29. 4WD model: Remove the propeller shaft (see «PROPELLER SHAFT RUNOUT»(ref-371346-S10661307812010091000000) ).
30. Remove the bolt (A) securing the P/S fluid line bracket, and unclamp the P/S fluid line clamps (B) on the front subframe.
31. Remove the bolts securing the left steering gearbox mounting bracket.
32. Remove the bolts securing the right steering gearbox mounting brackets.
33. 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.
34. Remove the ATF cooler hose (see «ATF COOLER HOSE REPLACEMENT»(ref-371338-S01033943882010091000000) ).
35. Lower the vehicle on the lift.
36. Remove the radiator (see «RADIATOR REPLACEMENT»(ref-371337-S16065182632010091000000) ).
37. Disconnect the heater hoses. K24Z1 engine K24Z6 engine
38. K24Z6 engine: Remove the bolt the securing the connector bracket (A) from the engine block.
39. Attach the engine hanger adapter (VSB02C000015) to the threaded hole (A) in the cylinder head. This illustration is of the K24Z1 engine.
40. Remove both lids (A) from the cowl cover. Position the engine hanger adapters (VSB02C000032) over the damper flange nuts.
41. Install the front bulkhead (see step 16 under «FOR JAPAN-PRODUCED MODEL»(ref-371337-S12047204882010091000000) ).
42. Install the A and Reds engine support hanger (AAR-T1256), then attach the hook to the slotted hole in the hanger adapter. Tighten the wing nut (A) by hand to lift and support the engine/transmission assembly. NOTE: Be careful when working around the windshield.
43. Raise the vehicle on the lift.
44. Remove the lower torque rod.
45. Make the appropriate reference lines (A) at both ends of the subframe that line up with the body (B).
46. Remove the subframe mounting bolts (A) on both sides.
47. Attach the subframe adapter (A) to the subframe and looping the belt of the subframe adapter over the front of the subframe, then secure the belt with its stop.
48. 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.
49. Support the steering gearbox on both sides with nylon straps.
50. Remove the subframe.
51. Lower the vehicle on the lift.
52. Remove the transmission mount.
53. Remove the ground cable (A), then remove the transmission mount bracket (B).
54. Install the transmission hanger bracket (P/N 21232-RCT-A00) (A) and the washer (B) on the transmission.
55. Install the universal lifting eyelet to the drive belt auto-tensioner.
56. Attach a chain hoist (A) to the universal lifting eyelet (B), and the transmission hook (C). Lift up on the engine/transmission assembly until it's securely supported by the chain hoist, then remove the engine support hanger.
57. Remove the side engine mount bracket mounting bolt and nut.
58. Check that the engine/transmission is completely free of vacuum hoses, fuel hoses, coolant hoses, and electrical wiring.
59. Slowly lower the engine/transmission assembly about 150 mm (6 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.
60. Disconnect the chain hoist from the engine/transmission assembly.
61. Raise the vehicle on the lift, then remove the engine/transmission assembly from under the vehicle.

Engine Installation

Special Tools Required

1. Universal Lifting Eyelet 07AAK-SNAA120
2. Engine Hanger Adapter VSB02C000015*
3. Subframe Adapter VSB02C000016*
4. CR-V Engine Hanger Adapter VSB02C000032*
5. Engine Support Hanger, A and Reds AAR-T1256*

*Available through the Honda Tool and Equipment Program, 888-424-6857.

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1. Install the accessory brackets, and tighten their bolts to the specified torque.
2. Raise the vehicle on the lift, and position the engine/transmission assembly under the vehicle. Lower the vehicle and attach the universal lifting eyelet (A) and transmission hook (B) to the chain hoist, then lift the engine into position. NOTE: Reinstall the mounting bolts and 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.
3. K24Z6 engine: Remove the bolts securing the install pipe component (A).
4. K24Z6 engine: Remove the bolt the securing the connector bracket (A) from the engine block.
5. Attach the engine hanger adapter (VSB02C000015) to the threaded hole (A) in the cylinder head. This illustration is of the K24Z1 engine.
6. Remove both lids (A) from the cowl cover. Position the engine hanger adapters (VSB02C000032) over the damper flange nuts.
7. Install the A and Reds engine support hanger (AAR-T1256), then attach the hook to the slotted hole in the hanger adapter. Tighten the wing nut (A) by hand to lift and support the engine/transmission assembly. NOTE: Be careful when working around the windshield.
8. Loosen the upper torque rod mounting bolt (A).
9. Tighten the new side engine mount bracket mounting bolt and nut.
10. Remove the chain hoist.
11. Remove the universal lifting eyelet.
12. Remove the transmission hanger bracket (P/N 21232-RCT-AOO) (A) and the washer (B).
13. Install the transmission mount bracket (A), then install the ground cable (B).
14. Install the transmission mount, then tighten the transmission mount stiffener mounting bolts (A) and the new transmission mount mounting bolts (B).
15. Tighten the new bolt and nuts (C).
16. Raise the vehicle on the lift.
17. Using the subframe adapter (A) and a jack, raise the subframe up to the body.
18. Loosely install the new 14 x 1.5 mm bolts (A).
19. Align all reference marks (A) on the front subframe (B) with the body, then tighten the bolts on the front subframe to the specified torque.
20. Tighten the new subframe mounting bolts (A) on both sides.
21. Install the lower torque rod, then tighten the new lower torque rod mounting bolts in the numbered sequence shown.
22. Lower the vehicle on the lift.
23. Remove the engine support hanger from the vehicle, and the adapter from the cylinder head. Install the connector bracket (K24Z6 engine).
24. Tighten the upper torque rod mounting bolt.
25. Raise the vehicle on the lift.
26. Install the ATF cooler hose (see «ATF COOLER HOSE REPLACEMENT»(ref-371338-S01033943882010091000000) ).
27. Install the A/C compressor (A), then connect the A/C compressor clutch connector (B).
28. Install the bolts securing the left steering gearbox mounting bracket.
29. Install the bolts securing the right steering gearbox mounting bracket.
30. Install the power steering (P/S) fluid line bracket (A), and secure the hose with the hose clamps (B).
31. 4WD model: Install the propeller shaft (see «PROPELLER SHAFT INSTALLATION»(ref-371346-S24676466822010091000000) ).
32. Install a new set ring on the end of each driveshaft, then install the driveshafts (see «FRONT DRIVESHAFT INSTALLATION»(ref-371346-S22252335142010091000000) ). Make sure each ring "clicks" into place in the differential and intermediate shaft.
33. Connect the lower arms to the knuckles (see step 8 under «BUSHING REPLACEMENT»(ref-371376-S41011411412010091000000) ).
34. Connect the stabilizer links to the stabilizer bar (see «STABILIZER LINK REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-371376-S26796391872010091000000) ).
35. Install the shift cable (see step 39 under «TRANSMISSION INSTALLATION»(ref-371338-S21027766152010091000000) ).
36. Install the three way catalytic converter (TWC). K24Z1 engine (see «CATALYTIC CONVERTER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-371374-S18602870302010091000000) ) K24Z6 engine (see «UNDER-FLOOR TWC REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-371375-S37484487302010091000000) )
37. Install the splash shield (see «FRONT SPLASH SHIELD REPLACEMENT»(ref-371366-S37249269372010091000000) ).
38. Lower the vehicle on the lift.
39. Install the heater hoses. K24Z1 engine K24Z6 engine
40. Remove the front bulkhead, then install the radiator (see «RADIATOR REPLACEMENT»(ref-371337-S16065182632010091000000) ).
41. Install the P/S pump (A), then install the P/S hose to the clamp (B).
42. Install the drive belt (see «DRIVE BELT INSPECTION»(ref-371352-S40243607022010091000000) ).
43. Connect the fuel feed hose (A) (see «FUEL LINE/QUICK-CONNECT FITTING INSTALLATION»(ref-371349-S13851795052010091000000) ), then install the quick-connect fitting cover (B). K24Z1 engine K24Z6 engine
44. Install the install pipe component (A) (K24Z6 engine), then install the evaporative emission (EVAP) canister hose (B) and the brake booster vacuum hose (C). K24Z1 engine K24Z6 engine
45. Install the powertrain control module (PCM) bracket (A), then install the harness clamp (B).
46. Connect the PCM connectors (A) and the engine wire harness connector (B).
47. Install the harness clamps (C).
48. Install the PCM (A), then install the PCM cover (B).
49. Install the battery cables (A) to the under-hood fuse/relay box.
50. Connect the harness connector (B), and install the harness clamp (C).
51. Install the ground cable (A) and the harness clamp (B).
52. Install the air cleaner housing assembly. K24Z1 engine (see «AIR CLEANER ELEMENT INSPECTION/REPLACEMENT»(ref-371350-S18049873232010091000000) ) K24Z6 engine (see «THROTTLE BODY CLEANING»(ref-371363-S36777773282010091000000) )
53. Install the air flow tube. K24Z1 engine (see «THROTTLE BODY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-371350-S05060739952010091000000) ) K24Z6 engine (see «THROTTLE BODY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-371363-S06444653242010091000000) )
54. Install the front wheels.
55. Do the battery installation procedure (see «INSTALLATION»(ref-371357-S42333676262010091000000) ).
56. Refill the engine with the recommended engine oil (see step 4 under «ENGINE OIL REPLACEMENT»(ref-371342-S30440727742010091000000) ).
57. Refill the transmission with ATF (see step 3 under «ATF REPLACEMENT»(ref-371338-S09977727542010091000000) ).
58. Move the shift lever to each gear, and verify that the A/T gear position indicator follows the transmission range switch.
59. 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.
60. Refill the radiator with engine coolant, and bleed the air from the cooling system (see «COOLANT CHECK»(ref-371337-S12927460352010091000000) ).
61. Do the PCM reset procedure. K24Z1 engine (see «GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION»(ref-371340-S25346584412010091000000) ) K24Z6 engine (see «GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION»(ref-371358-S32682250752010091000000) )
62. Do the crankshaft position (CKP) pattern clear/CKP pattern learn procedure. K24Z1 engine (see «GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION»(ref-371340-S25346584412010091000000) ) K24Z6 engine (see «GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION»(ref-371358-S32682250752010091000000) )
63. Inspect the idle speed. K24Z1 engine (see «IDLE SPEED INSPECTION»(ref-371367-S08730992992010091000000) ) K24Z6 engine (see «IDLE SPEED INSPECTION»(ref-371368-S32859198982010091000000) )
64. Inspect the ignition timing (see «IGNITION TIMING INSPECTION»(ref-371353-S22725751502010091000000) ).
65. Check the wheel alignment (see «WHEEL ALIGNMENT»(ref-371345-S21407555802010091000000) ).

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1. Support the engine with a jack and a wood block under the oil pan.
2. Remove the power steering (P/S) fluid reservoir from the holder.
3. Remove the upper torque rod.
4. Remove the ground cable. (A), then remove the side engine mount bracket (B).
5. Remove the side engine mount stiffener (A), then remove the side engine mount (B). This illustration is of the K24Z1 engine.
6. Install the side engine mount, then install the side engine mount stiffener.
7. Install the side engine mount bracket (A), then loosely tighten the new bolt and nut (B), and loosely tighten the bolt (C).
8. Install the ground cable (D).
9. Remove the air cleaner housing assembly (see «AIR CLEANER ELEMENT INSPECTION/REPLACEMENT»(ref-371350-S18049873232010091000000) ).
10. Loosen the transmission mounting bolt and nuts (A).
11. Raise the vehicle on the lift.
12. Loosen the lower torque rod mounting bolt (A).
13. Lower the vehicle on the lift.
14. Tighten the side engine mount mounting bolts and nut.
15. Tighten the transmission mounting bolt and nuts.
16. Raise the vehicle on the lift.
17. Tighten the lower torque rod mounting bolt.
18. Lower the vehicle on the lift.
19. Install the air cleaner housing assembly (see «AIR CLEANER ELEMENT INSPECTION/REPLACEMENT»(ref-371350-S18049873232010091000000) ).
20. Install the upper torque rod, then tighten the new upper torque rod mounting bolts in the numbered sequence shown.

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1. Loosen the upper torque rod mounting bolt (A).
2. Remove the air cleaner housing assembly (see «AIR CLEANER ELEMENT INSPECTION/REPLACEMENT»(ref-371350-S18049873232010091000000) ).
3. Remove the air flow tube. K24Z1 engine (see «THROTTLE BODY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-371350-S05060739952010091000000) ) K24Z6 engine (see «THROTTLE BODY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-371363-S06444653242010091000000) )
4. Remove the powertrain control module (PCM) cover, then remove the three bolts securing the PCM (see step 9 ). NOTE: Do not disconnect the PCM connector.
5. Remove the PCM bracket (see step 12 ).
6. Support the transmission with a jack and a wood block under the transmission.
7. Remove the transmission mount stiffener (A) and the transmission mount (B).
8. Install the transmission mount with the new mounting bolts (C), then install the transmission mount stiffener, and tighten the mounting bolts in the numbered sequence shown.
9. Loosely tighten the new bolt and nuts (D).
10. Raise the vehicle on the lift.
11. Loosen the lower torque rod mounting bolt (A).
12. Lower the vehicle on the lift.
13. Tighten the transmission mounting bolt and nuts.
14. Raise the vehicle on the lift.
15. Tighten the lower torque rod mounting bolt.
16. Lower the vehicle on the lift.
17. Tighten the upper torque rod mounting bolt.
18. Install the PCM bracket (see step 45 ).
19. Install the PCM, then install the PCM cover (see step 48 ).
20. Install the air cleaner housing assembly (see «AIR CLEANER ELEMENT INSPECTION/REPLACEMENT»(ref-371350-S18049873232010091000000) ).
21. Install the air flow tube.

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1. Loosen the upper torque rod mounting bolt (A).
2. Raise the vehicle on the lift.
3. Remove the lower torque rod.
4. Install the lower torque rod, then tighten the new lower torque rod mounting bolts in the numbered sequence shown.
5. Lower the vehicle on the lift.
6. Tighten the upper torque rod mounting bolt.

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1. Remove the upper torque rod (A).
2. Install the upper torque rod, then tighten the new bolts in the numbered sequence shown.

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1. Support the engine with a jack and a wood block under the oil pan.
2. Remove the upper torque rod.
3. Remove the ground cable (A), then remove the side engine mount bracket (B).
4. Install the side engine mount bracket, then loosely tighten the new bolt and nut (C), and loosely tighten the bolt (D).
5. Install the ground cable.
6. Remove the air cleaner housing assembly. K24Z1 engine (see «AIR CLEANER ELEMENT INSPECTION/REPLACEMENT»(ref-371350-S18049873232010091000000) ) K24Z6 engine (see «THROTTLE BODY CLEANING»(ref-371363-S36777773282010091000000) )
7. Loosen the transmission mounting bolt and nuts (A).
8. Raise the vehicle on the lift.
9. Loosen the lower torque rod mounting bolt (A).
10. Lower the vehicle on the lift.
11. Tighten the side engine mount mounting bolts and nut.
12. Tighten the transmission mounting bolt and nuts.
13. Raise the vehicle on the lift.
14. Tighten the lower torque rod mounting bolt.
15. Lower the vehicle on the lift.
16. Install the air cleaner housing assembly. K24Z1 engine (see «AIR CLEANER ELEMENT INSPECTION/REPLACEMENT»(ref-371350-S18049873232010091000000) ) K24Z6 engine (see «THROTTLE BODY CLEANING»(ref-371363-S36777773282010091000000) )
17. Install the upper torque rod, then tighten the new upper torque rod mounting bolts in the numbered sequence shown.

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