Engines with two camshafts (DOHC) — inspection 1. Remove the VTEC solenoid valve assembly from the cylinder head and check if the solenoid valve filter is clogged. If clogged, replace the engine oil filter and engine oil. 2. If the filter is not clogged, press the...
Rocker arms (VTEC) engines with two camshafts (DOHC) Manual inspection 1. Set the piston of the first cylinder to TDC. 2. Remove the ignition wire cover and wires. 3. Remove the ignition clamps by pressing the lock. 4. Remove the cylinder head cover. 5. Press the middle...
Adjusting valve clearance Note. The valves must be adjusted when the cylinder head temperature is less than 38°C. After adjustment, tighten the crankshaft pulley bolt to a torque of 177 Nm. 1. Remove the cylinder head cover. 2. Set the piston of...
Toothed timing belt — device Attention. Mark the direction of rotation on the belt before removing it. Replace the rubber seals between the cylinder head and the cover. Do not use the middle and bottom covers to store removed parts. Clean the...
Timing belt — check 1. Remove the cylinder head cover. 2. Check the timing belt for cracks and traces of coolant or oil. Attention: Replace the belt if the belt becomes saturated with oil or coolant. Remove any oil or solvent from the...
Toothed timing belt — removal Attention. Rotate the crankshaft pulley so that the No. 1 cylinder piston is at TDC before removing the belt. When installing the timing belt, inspect the water pump. 1. Remove the crankcase protection 2. Remove the...
Toothed timing belt — installation Install the timing belt in the reverse order of removal. Only the main points are described below. 1. Install the crankshaft timing belt so that the No. 1 cylinder piston is at TDC. Align the mark on the crankshaft...
Cylinder head — removal Warning. To avoid damage to the cylinder head, wait until the coolant temperature drops below 38°C before removing. Attention. Use new O-rings and gaskets when reassembling. 1. Disconnect the negative terminal from the...
Rocker arms — removal 1. Secure the rocker arms with a rubber tie to prevent them from separating. Remove the exhaust and exhaust rocker arm oil control port, then remove the VTEC solenoid valve and seal bolts. Attention: The design of the...
Rocker arms and rocker arm freewheel assemblies Examination Caution: When reassembling the primary rocker arm, carefully apply pressurized air to the rocker arm lube port. 1. Check the rocker piston. Press the piston with your finger; if the piston does not move...
Camshafts Inspection Note. Do not rotate the camshaft during inspection. Remove the rocker arms and rocker arm axles. 1. Install the camshaft and camshaft covers to the cylinder head and then tighten the bolts to the specified...
Valves, valve springs and oil seals Valve dimensions Inlet valve A Nominal value: 32.90 - 33.10 mm B Nominal value: 101.00 - 101.30 mm C Nominal value: 5.475 - 5.485 mm C Limit value: 5.445 D Nominal value: 1.05 - 1.35 mm D Limit value: 0.85 mm Exhaust...
Cylinder head See similar section for single camshaft engines (SOHC), using technical data for a twin camshaft engine (DOHC). Cylinder head height: Nominal value: 141.95 -142.05 mm Valve guides First measurement method (without...
Rocker arms — installation 1. Install the rocker arms in the reverse order of removal: The control valve locknuts must be loosened and the adjustment screw removed before installation. The components must be reinstalled to their original...
Cylinder head — installation Install the cylinder head in the reverse order of removal: Attention. Always use a new cylinder head and manifold gasket. The cylinder head gasket is a metal gasket. Take care not to bend it. Rotating the crankshaft,...