Overhaul of car engines Honda Civic 6

General and major engine repairs — general information
In this Part of the Chapter Engine descriptions of engine removal and installation procedures, as well as general overhaul of the cylinder head and internal engine components are included. The material offered to the...

Checking oil pressure
A drop in oil pressure can be considered a sign that the engine needs a refurbishment. The oil pressure warning light is not a diagnostic tool for the lubrication system, but only informs the driver of a dangerous drop...

Checking the compression pressure in the cylinders
The results of the cylinder compression test allow you to determine the general condition of the upper engine components (pistons, piston rings, valves, cylinder head gaskets, etc.) and qualitatively assess the degree...

Engine condition diagnostics using a vacuum gauge
Using a vacuum gauge at a relatively low cost allows you to obtain fairly comprehensive information about the internal condition of the engine. Based on the results of the measurements, you can get an idea of the degree...

Removal the Engine from the Car — Preparation and Precautions
Before you begin to dismantle the engine for the purpose of performing a general or major overhaul, you need to take some preparatory measures. The availability and equipment of a work area is extremely important. The...

Removal and installation the engine
Warning! Remember that gasoline is a highly flammable liquid - when working with fuel system components, observe all accepted fire safety measures. Do not smoke or approach the work area with an open flame or...

Alternative options for engine repair schemes
During independent engine overhaul, the reader will face the need to select the most suitable scheme of actions, determining the overall volume and nature of the upcoming work. The need to replace the engine block,...

The procedure for disassembling the engine in preparation for major repairs
The easiest way to disassemble an engine is to install it on a portable mounting stand. This kind of device can always be borrowed relatively inexpensively from a car service workshop. Before securing the engine to the...

Disassembling the cylinder head
Note. A new or reconditioned cylinder head can always be ordered from a car service workshop or from the warehouse of the car manufacturer's branded service center. Due to the need to use some special tools during...

Cleaning and checking the condition of the cylinder head
A thorough cleaning of the cylinder head and valve train components followed by a detailed inspection of their condition will help determine the approximate scope of the upcoming restoration work. Note: Severe engine...

Valve maintenance
Due to the complexity of the nature of the work and the need to use special equipment, it is best to entrust the maintenance of valves, their guide bushings and seats to car service personnel. The car owner can perform...

Cylinder head assembly
Regardless of whether the head was sent to a shop for valve service or not, before you begin assembling it, double-check that all components are clean. When the head is returned from the workshop, the valves and...

Removal connecting rod and piston assemblies
Note: Before removing the connecting rod and piston assemblies from the engine, it is necessary to remove the cylinder head, oil pan and oil pump with oil pickup pipe (see Parts Engine Repair Without Removing It From...

Removal the crankshaft
Note: The crankshaft can only be removed from the engine when it is removed from the vehicle. This means that the flywheel/drive plate, crankshaft sprocket, timing belt, oil pan, oil pickup, oil pump, oil deflector and...

Cleaning the engine block
1. Remove the main bearing cap bridge (Civic) or bridge and caps (Integra) and remove the bearing shells from their beds in the caps and block. Mark the shells with tape to match their beds (Bearing #, Block/Cap) and...

Checking the condition of the engine block
1. The block must first be thoroughly cleaned (see Cleaning the engine block ). 2. Perform an external inspection of the block to detect traces of corrosion, cracks and other damage. Check the condition of the threads...

Honing of cylinder mirrors
Before assembling the engine, honing of the cylinder mirrors is mandatory in order to achieve the correct fit of the piston rings on them, ensuring proper tightness of the combustion chambers. Note: If you do not have...

Checking the condition of the connecting rod and piston group components
1. The connecting rod and piston assemblies must be thoroughly cleaned beforehand. The piston rings must be removed. Note: Piston rings must be replaced. 2. Using a special tool, remove the rings from the pistons – try...

Checking the condition of the crankshaft
1. Wash the crankshaft with solvent, then dry it thoroughly, using compressed air if possible. Caution! When using compressed air, do not forget to wear safety glasses! 2. Check the crankshaft main and connecting rod...

Checking the condition and selecting the liners of the main and connecting rod bearings of the crankshaft
Although crankshaft bearings are subject to mandatory replacement during engine overhaul, old liners should be retained for the purpose of careful examination of their condition, the results of which can provide a lot...

Engine assembly procedure
Before you begin assembling the engine, make sure you have all the necessary parts, materials and tools, which include the following: a) Standard set of locksmith tools; b) 1/2-inch drive torque wrench; c) Piston ring...

Installing piston rings
1. Before installing new piston rings, check the clearances in their locks. It is assumed that the lateral clearances of the rings in the piston grooves have already been checked and meet the standards (see Checking the...

Installing the crankshaft and checking the main bearing clearances
1. Installing the crankshaft is the first step in the actual engine assembly. It is assumed that at this stage the crankshaft and engine block have already been properly cleaned, inspected and reconditioned. 2. Turn the...

Replacing the rear crankshaft oil seal
Note: Before bolting the holder with the new seal installed to the engine, install the crankshaft and main bearing caps. 1. Measure the standard seating depth of the old seal in the holder socket, then place the holder...

Installation of connecting rod and piston assemblies and checking the size of working clearances in the connecting rod bearings of the crankshaft
Note: Try not to touch the surfaces of new bearings with bare hands to avoid unwanted contact of bearings with traces of oil and chemically aggressive substances that are always present on fingers. 1. Before installing...

Test run and running-in of the engine after major repairs
Attention! When starting the engine for the first time after its restoration repair, it is imperative to have a class B fire extinguisher on hand! 1. After installing the power unit on the vehicle, check the engine oil...

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