Special Tools Required
*Available through the Honda Tool and Equipment Program; call 888-424-6857
NOTE:
Take care not to scratch the dashboard or its related parts.
Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when removing components.
Remove the dashboard center lower cover.
Remove the dashboard center lower trim (A).
Pry between the dashboard (B) and the upper side of the dashboard center lower trim with the appropriate trim tool. Pry out the trim to release the clips and the hooks (C).
Pull out the dashboard center lower trim slightly toward you, and disconnect the accessory power socket connector (D) and the auxiliary jack connector (E) (if equipped).
Install the trim in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
If the clips are damaged or stress-whitened, replace them with new ones.
Push the clips and the hooks into place securely.
Make sure the connectors are plugged in properly.
Block and Piston Inspection
Remove the crankshaft and the pistons.
Check the piston for distortion or cracks.
Measure the piston skirt diameter (A) at a point 16 mm (0.63 in)
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Manual Transmission Removal (M/T)
Special Tools Required
Universal Lifting Eyelet 07AAK-SNAA120
1.8 Support Bolt 07AAK-SNAA500
Engine Support Hanger, A and Reds AAR-T1256
*: Reds engine support hanger AAR-T1256 is available th ...
Clutch Disassembly (A/T)
Special Tools Required
Clutch Spring Compressor Set 07LAE-PX40000
Remove the snap ring with a screwdriver.
Remove the clutch end-plate (A), the clutch discs (B) (6), the clu ...