Binder1 1998 Honda Accord 2.2L 2.3L

1998 Honda Accord EX
2.2L & 2.3L 4-CYL 1997-98 ENGINES Honda - 2.2L & 2.3L 4-Cylinder
2.2L & 2.3L 4-CYL
1997-98 ENGINES Honda - 2.2L & 2.3L 4-Cylinder
ENGINE IDENTIFICATION
NOTE: For repair procedures not covered in this article, see ENGINE OVERHAUL
PROCEDURES article in GENERAL INFORMATION.
Engine identification number is located on exhaust side of engine block, below cylinder head water outlet. The
first 5 characters of engine identification number identify engine type. See ENGINE IDENTIFICATION
CODES. The last 7 characters of engine identification number are a serial number.
The fourth, fifth and sixth characters of Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) identify car line, body style and
engine type. See ENGINE IDENTIFICATION CODES. VIN is located at left front corner of dashboard and
on upper portion of firewall.
ENGINE IDENTIFICATION CODES

Application VIN Code Engine Code
1997
2.2L SOHC (VTEC) CD5 (1), CD7 (2), F22B1
CE1 (3)
2.2L SOHC CD5 (1), CD7 (2), F22B2
CE1 (3)
2.2L SOHC RA1 (4) F22B6
2.2L DOHC (VTEC) BB6 (5) (6) H22A4
1998
2.2L DOHC (VTEC) BB6 (5) (6) H22A4
2.3L SOHC (VTEC) CG5 F23A1
2.3L SOHC (VTEC) CG6 F23A4
2.3L SOHC CF8 F23A5
2.3L SOHC (VTEC) RA3 (4) F23A7
(1) Accord Sedan.
(2) Accord Coupe.
(3) Accord Wagon.
(4) Odyssey and Oasis.
(5) Prelude.
(6) Prelude Type SH includes M/T and Active Torque Transfer System (ATTS).
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ADJUSTMENTS
VALVE CLEARANCE ADJUSTMENT
CAUTION: Always rotate engine in direction of normal rotation (counterclockwise as

viewed from front of engine). Clockwise rotation may cause timing belt
slip.
NOTE: Adjust valves when engine temperature is 100F (38C) or less. After adjusting
valve clearance, ensure crankshaft pulley bolt is tightened to 181 ft. lbs. (245
N.m).
1. Remove valve cover. Rotate crankshaft counterclockwise until No. 1 piston is at TDC of compression
stroke. UP mark(s) on camshaft pulley(s) will be at top. See Fig. 1, Fig. 2 or Fig. 4 . Align grooves on
camshaft pulley(s) with top surface of cylinder head.
2. Adjust valve clearance for all valves on No. 1 cylinder to specification. Loosen adjustment screw lock
nut. On SOHC, slide a feeler gauge between valve stem and adjustment screw. On DOHC, slide a feeler
gauge between camshaft lobe and rocker arm. Turn adjustment screw until clearance is correct. See
VALVE CLEARANCE SPECIFICATIONS. Tighten lock nut to specification. See TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS.
3. Rotate crankshaft 180 degrees counterclockwise (camshaft pulley will turn 90 degrees). UP mark(s) on
camshaft pulley will be on exhaust side of engine. See Fig. 2. Adjust valve clearance on all valves for No.
3 cylinder.
4. Rotate crankshaft 180 degrees counterclockwise. Grooves on camshaft pulley will align with cylinder
head surface, and UP mark(s) will face downward. Adjust valve clearance on all valves for No. 4
cylinder.
5. Rotate crankshaft 180 degrees counterclockwise. UP mark(s) on camshaft pulley will be on intake side.
Adjust valve clearance on all valves for No. 2 cylinder. Retighten crankshaft pulley bolt to specification,
using Holder Attachment (07MAB-PY3010A) for all models except 1997 Prelude, or (07NAB-001040A)
for 1997 Prelude. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS.
6. Apply non-hardening sealant to corners of camshaft recesses of valve cover gasket. Install valve cover. If
valve cover is not installed within 5 minutes of applying sealant, remove sealant and reapply. Tighten
nuts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS.
VALVE CLEARANCE SPECIFICATIONS

Application In. (mm)
DOHC
Intake Valves 0.006-0.007 (0.15-0.18)
Exhaust Valves 0.007-0.008 (0.18-0.20)
SOHC
Intake Valves 0.009-0.011 (0.23-0.27)
Exhaust Valves 0.011-0.013 (0.27-0.33)

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Fig. 1: Identifying Camshaft & Crankshaft TDC Marks (SOHC Engines)

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Fig. 2: Positioning Camshaft Sprockets For Valve Clearance (DOHC Shown; SOHC Is Similar)
TIMING BELT & TIMING BALANCER BELT ADJUSTMENT
CAUTION: Always adjust timing belt tension with engine cold.
NOTE: Before disconnecting battery or removing radio fuse, obtain anti-theft code for
radio. After battery is reconnected, CODE will appear on radio display. Enter 5-
digit code to restore radio operation. If code is entered incorrectly 3 times, leave
radio on at least one hour, then enter code correctly. Anytime radio power is
lost, pre-selected radio stations will have to be set. For more information, see
owner's manual.
Timing Belt Inspection
Disconnect negative battery cable. Disconnect generator terminal and connector. Remove engine harness from
valve cover and remove valve cover. On SOHC engines, remove timing belt upper cover. On DOHC engines,
remove timing belt middle cover. On all engines, check for excessive wear at trailing edge of timing belt teeth.
Rotate crankshaft counterclockwise to inspect belt. Replace timing belt if damaged, worn, or soaked with oil or
coolant. See TIMING BELT & TIMING BALANCER BELT under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION.
Timing Balancer Belt Inspection
Remove crankshaft pulley and timing belt lower cover. Reinstall crankshaft pulley. Check for excessive wear at
trailing edge of timing balancer belt teeth. Rotate crankshaft counterclockwise to inspect belt. Replace timing
balancer belt if damaged, worn, or oil or coolant soaked. See TIMING BELT & TIMING BALANCER
BELT under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. When inspection and/or replacement is complete, retighten
crankshaft pulley to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS.
NOTE: DOHC engines timing belt is equipped with a self-adjusting auto-tensioner. To

reset timing belt auto tensioner, see TIMING BELT & TIMING BALANCER BELT
under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION.
Timing Balancer Belt Adjustment (SOHC)
1. Disconnect negative battery cable. Disconnect alternator terminal and connector, and remove engine wire
harness from valve cover. Remove valve cover and timing belt upper cover. Inspect timing belt and
timing balancer belt. See TIMING BELT & TIMING BALANCER BELT under REMOVAL &
INSTALLATION.
2. Loosen adjusting nut and ensure timing balancer belt adjuster moves freely. See Fig. 3. Rotate crankshaft
pulley counterclockwise one rotation and tighten adjuster nut to specification. When adjustment is
completed retighten crankshaft pulley bolt to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS. Install
timing belt covers and valve cover.

Fig. 3: Locating Timing Belt Adjuster Nut (SOHC)


Fig. 4: Identifying Camshaft & Crankshaft TDC Marks (DOHC)

REMOVAL & INSTALLATION

NOTE: For reassembly reference, label all electrical connectors, vacuum hoses and
fuel lines before removal. Also place mating marks on engine hood and other
major assemblies before removal.
owner's manual.
FUEL PRESSURE RELEASE
CAUTION: Fuel system is under pressure. Release pressure before servicing fuel
system components.
1. Disconnect negative battery cable. Remove fuel tank filler cap. On 1997 Accord, 1997 Odyssey, 1997
Oasis and 1997-98 Prelude, locate 12-mm sealing nut at end of fuel rail. Place clean shop rag around
sealing nut and slowly loosen nut one complete turn. After pressure is released, replace washers and
tighten 12-mm sealing bolt to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS.
2. On 1998 Accord, place shop towel on pulsation damper on top of fuel rail. Release fuel system pressure
by slowly loosening pulsation damper with wrench. After pressure is released, replace washers and
tighten pulsation damper to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS. On 1998 Odyssey and
1998 Oasis, release fuel system pressure by loosening 12-mm banjo bolt located on top of fuel filter.
After pressure is released, tighten 12-mm banjo bolt to specification. See TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS. See Fig. 5.

Fig. 5: Releasing Fuel System Pressure (Typical)

COOLING SYSTEM BLEEDING
1. Place heater controls to maximum heat setting. Loosen bleed bolt located in thermostat housing. Fill
cooling system using a 50/50 mixture of coolant and water to bottom of filler neck. Tighten bleed bolt to
specification when coolant flows from bleed bolt in steady stream without bubbles. See TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS.
2. With radiator cap off, start and operate engine until cooling fan comes on at least twice. Stop engine. Add
coolant as necessary to fill radiator to bottom of filler neck. Install radiator cap, start engine and check for
leaks.
ENGINE
CAUTION: Do not allow coolant to spill on electrical parts or vehicle paint. If coolant
spills, rinse with water immediately.

owner's manual.
Removal
1. On Accord and Prelude, open hood as far as possible and secure. On Odyssey and Oasis, remove hood.
On all models, record radio anti-theft code. Disconnect negative battery cable and then positive battery
cable. Remove battery, battery base, bracket and engine ground cable. Remove air intake duct and air
cleaner upper cover. Remove throttle cable and cruise control cable by loosening lock nut, and slipping
cable ends out of throttle linkage. It is not necessary to loosen adjusting nut.
NOTE: DO NOT bend throttle cable or cruise control cable when removing. DO
NOT use pliers to remove cable from linkage. Replace cable if kinked or
damaged. Adjust cables when reinstalling.
2. Disconnect battery cables from underhood fuse/relay box. On Accord, Odyssey and Oasis, disconnect
cables from underhood ABS fuse/relay box. On Accord (F22B1 engine), disconnect Intake Air Resonator
(IAR) control solenoid valve connector and remove vacuum hose and IAR. On Prelude, disconnect intake
control solenoid valve connector and remove vacuum tank. On all models, disconnect engine wire harness
connectors on right side of engine compartment.
3. Release fuel pressure. See FUEL PRESSURE RELEASE. Disconnect fuel feed hose and fuel return
hose. Remove brake booster and EVAP control canister vacuum hoses and other vacuum hoses from
throttle body. Disconnect vacuum hoses and power steering hose clamp near left strut tower. Disconnect
engine wire harness connectors, terminal, clamps and injector resistor connector (if equipped) on left side
of engine compartment. On 1998 Accord, disconnect PCM wire connectors from PCM. Remove harness
grommet nuts, and pull harness through firewall.
4. On all models, remove accessory drive belts. Without disconnecting hoses, remove power steering pump
and position aside. On Odyssey and Oasis, disconnect generator connector and terminal, and remove
generator and bracket. If vehicle is equipped with a Manual Transmission (M/T), go to next step. If
vehicle is equipped with an Automatic Transmission (A/T), go to step 7).
5. On M/T models, disconnect shift cable end from shift control lever and select cable end from select
control lever at transmission. Remove cable bracket with shift and select cables attached. DO NOT bend
cables when removing. Always replace kinked or damaged cable.
6. Disconnect back-up light switch connectors and starter motor cable. Remove clutch slave cylinder with
pipe/hose assembly attached. DO NOT operate clutch pedal after slave cylinder has been removed. On
Prelude with Active Torque Transfer System (ATTS), remove ATF cooler pipe bracket from starter.
7. On all models, disconnect Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS) connector. Remove radiator cap. Raise and
support vehicle. Remove front wheels and engine splash shield. Loosen radiator drain plug, drain coolant
and tighten drain plug. Remove engine block coolant drain plug, located on side of block near oil filter,
and drain engine block.
8. Drain engine oil and transmission fluid. After draining fluids, reinstall all drain plugs with NEW washers
and tighten to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS. Without disconnecting hoses, remove
A/C compressor and position aside. Lower vehicle. Remove upper and lower radiator hoses and heater
hoses. Remove A/T cooler hoses (if equipped). Disconnect fan motor connectors. Remove radiator upper
brackets and remove radiator assembly.
9. Raise vehicle. On 1998 Accord, 1997-98 Odyssey and Oasis, make match marks between ends of center
support beam and rear beam or frame. See Fig. 6. On 1998 Accord, remove front beam. On all models,
remove center beam. Disconnect Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S) connector. Remove front exhaust pipe
"A" and bracket. Replace exhaust pipe nuts and gaskets.
10. On A/T models, remove A/T shift control cable and cover. DO NOT bend shift control cable when
removing. Always replace kinked or damaged cables. On all models, remove axle shafts. See AXLE
SHAFTS - FRONT article in DRIVE AXLES. On Odyssey and Oasis, remove front engine mount
bracket. Separate stabilizer from lower arms. Remove lower arms from rear beam. Remove front beam
with center beam attached.
11. On all models, disconnect back-up light switch connectors and starter motor cable. Attach engine hoist to
engine and remove slack from chain. Remove rear engine mount bracket. Remove rear engine mount.
Remove front engine mount bracket. Remove front engine mount. Remove side engine mount upper
bracket. Remove side engine mount (except 1998 Accord). Remove transmission mount and bracket. On
1998 Accord, remove radius rod-to-lower arm bolts.
12. On all models, ensure engine/transmission assembly is free of all attachments. On 1997 Accord and 1997-
98 Prelude, slowly lift engine about 6" and again ensure engine/transmission assembly is free of all
attachments. Lift engine/transmission assembly from vehicle. On 1998 Accord, 1997-98 Odyssey and
Oasis, slowly lower engine about 6" and again ensure engine/transmission assembly is free of all
attachments. Lower engine/transmission and remove from vehicle.

Fig. 6: Locating Rear/Center Beams Match Marks (Odyssey & Oasis)

NOTE: Tighten engine/transmission mounts to specification in proper sequence.

Improper tightening of engine mounts will result in excessive engine noise and
vibration, and premature mount wear. Some engine/transmission mount
bolts/nut are not reusable.
Installation (1997 Accord)
1. To install, reverse removal procedure. Install engine mounts in the following sequence. Install side engine
mount. Install a 6 x 100-mm bolt through mount and bracket to align it properly. Install 12-mm through-
bolt. Loosely install, but DO NOT tighten, engine side 12-mm nut and bolt. Tighten mount 12-mm
through-bolt to specification and remove 6 x 100-mm bolt. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS.
2. Install transmission mount. Install a 6 x 100-mm bolt through mount and bracket to align it properly.
Loosely install, but DO NOT tighten, transmission side 10-mm nuts. Tighten mount 12-mm through-bolt
to specification and remove 6 x 100-mm bolt. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS.
3. Install rear mount bracket and 5 NEW bolts. First, tighten four 12-mm bolts on engine side of rear mount
bracket to specification. Next, tighten rear mount bracket through-bolt to specification. See TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS. Install front mount bracket. Loosely install, but DO NOT tighten, engine side 10-
mm bolts. Tighten NEW 12-mm mount through-bolt to specification. See TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS.
4. Tighten side engine mount 12-mm nut and bolt on engine side to specification. Tighten transmission
mount 10-mm nuts on transmission side to specification. Tighten front mount bracket 10-mm bolts on
engine side to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS.
5. To complete installation, reverse removal procedure. Use NEW spring clips when installing axle shafts.
Install axle shafts until spring clip clicks into groove of differential side gear. Ensure all wires and hoses
are connected properly. Ensure cables are mounted properly.
6. Adjust throttle cable tension. On M/T models, adjust clutch pedal free play. See ADJUSTMENTS in
FWD article in CLUTCHES. Ensure transmission shifts smoothly. On A/T models, ensure range indicator
agrees with actual transmission range.
7. Adjust tension of accessory drive belts. Fill fluids to proper level. After installation is complete, turn
ignition on for 2 seconds to allow fuel system to pressurize (DO NOT start engine). Repeat procedure 2
or 3 times. Ensure no fuel system leaks exist. Bleed cooling system. See COOLING SYSTEM
BLEEDING. Enter anti-theft code for radio and enter preset radio stations. Check and adjust wheel
alignment.
Installation (1998 Accord)
1. To install, reverse removal procedure. Install engine mounts in the following sequence. Install side mount
upper bracket. Tighten bolt and nut on engine side. Tighten mount nut. Install transmission mount
bracket. Tighten 12-mm through-bolt. Tighten 10-mm nuts on transmission side. See TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS.
2. Install front beam using NEW bolts. Align marks on rear beam and front beam. Tighten NEW mounting
bolts. Tighten radius rod mounting bolts. Install rear mount and bracket using NEW bolts. Tighten NEW
bolts on transmission side. Tighten NEW rear mount through-bolt. Install front mount and bracket using
NEW bolts. Tighten NEW bolts on engine side. Tighten NEW through-bolt.
4. Adjust throttle cable tension. On M/T models, adjust clutch pedal free play. See ADJUSTMENTS in
FWD article in CLUTCHES. Ensure transmission shifts smoothly. On A/T models, ensure range indicator
agrees with actual transmission range.
5. Adjust tension of accessory drive belts. Fill fluids to proper level. After installation is complete, turn
alignment.
Installation (Odyssey & Oasis)
1. To install, reverse removal procedure. Install engine mounts in the following sequence. Install side engine
mount. Install a 6 x 100-mm bolt through mount and bracket to align it properly. Install 12-mm through-
bolt. Loosely install, but DO NOT tighten, engine side 12-mm nut and bolt. Tighten mount 12-mm
through-bolt to specification and remove 6 x 100-mm bolt. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS.
2. Install transmission mount. Install a 6 x 100-mm bolt through mount and bracket to align it properly.
Loosely install, but DO NOT tighten, transmission side 10-mm nuts. Tighten mount 12-mm through-bolt
to specification and remove 6 x 100-mm bolt. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS.
3. Install rear mount bracket. Install NEW mount through-bolt and tighten to specification. See TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS. Install front beam with center beam attached. Install NEW front beam-to-frame 12-
mm bolts but do not tighten. Align match marks, and tighten center beam-to-rear beam bolts to
specification. See Fig. 6. Tighten front beam-to-frame bolts to specification. Tighten lower arms and
stabilizer (use NEW stabilizer lock nuts). See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS.
4. Install front mount bracket. Install NEW mount 12-mm through-bolt and tighten to specification. DO
NOT tighten 10-mm engine side bolts. Tighten side mount-to-engine 12-mm nut and bolt. Tighten
transmission mount-to-transmission nuts to specification. Tighten front mount bracket-to-engine bolts to
specification.
6. Adjust throttle cable tension. Ensure transmission range indicator agrees with actual transmission range.
Adjust tension on accessory drive belts. Fill fluids to proper level. After installation is complete, turn
alignment.
Installation (Prelude)
1. To install, reverse removal procedure. Install engine mounts in the following procedure. Install
transmission mount, bracket and bolts. Tighten bolts on frame side to specification. See TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS. DO NOT tighten transmission side bolts or through-bolt at this time. Install side
engine mount and upper bracket assembly. Tighten bolts on frame side to specification. See TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS. DO NOT tighten engine side nut and bolt at this time.
2. Tighten NEW 12-mm rear mount bracket through-bolt to specification. If rear mount bracket is removed,
install 4 NEW 12-mm bracket bolts and tighten to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS.
Install front mount and front mount bracket. Tighten bolts on frame side to specification. See TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS. DO NOT tighten engine side bolts at this time. Tighten side engine mount and
upper bracket nut and bolt to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS.
3. Tighten transmission mount bracket-to-transmission bolts to specification and then tighten through-bolt to
specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS. Tighten front mount bracket-to-engine side bolts to
specification, and then a NEW front mount 12-mm through-bolt to specification. See TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS.
4. To complete engine installation, reverse removal procedure. Use NEW spring clips when installing axle
shafts. Install axle shafts until spring clip clicks into groove of differential side gear. Ensure all wires and
hoses are connected properly. Ensure all cables are mounted properly.
5. Adjust throttle cable tension. On M/T models, adjust clutch pedal free play. See CLUTCH PEDAL under
ADJUSTMENTS in FWD article in CLUTCHES. Verify transmission shifts smoothly. On A/T models,
ensure range indicator agrees with actual transmission range.
6. Adjust drive belt tension. Fill cooling system, engine, transmission and ATTS (if equipped) fluids to
proper level. After installation is complete, turn ignition on for 2 seconds to operate fuel pump and
pressurize fuel system. Repeat procedure 2-3 times without operating engine. Ensure no fuel leaks exist.
Bleed cooling system. See COOLING SYSTEM BLEEDING. Enter anti-theft code for radio and enter
preset radio stations.
INTAKE MANIFOLD
NOTE: Procedure is not available from manufacturer. See Fig. 7, Fig. 8 or Fig. 9 for
component locations and torque specifications.

Fig. 7: Locating & Tightening Intake Manifold Components (Prelude)

Fig. 8: Locating & Tightening Intake Manifold Components (1998 Except Prelude)

Fig. 9: Locating & Tightening Intake Manifold Components (1997 Except Prelude)
EXHAUST MANIFOLD
Removal
Disconnect oxygen sensor connector. Remove exhaust manifold heat shield. Raise and support vehicle. Remove
splash shield. Disconnect front exhaust pipe from exhaust manifold. Remove exhaust manifold support bracket.
Remove exhaust manifold nuts and manifold. Remove gasket.
Installation
To install, reverse removal procedure. Clean gasket surfaces. Install exhaust manifold with a NEW gasket and
NEW exhaust manifold self-locking nuts. Tighten manifold nuts to specification in a in a crisscross pattern,
starting with inner nuts, in 2-3 stages. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS.

CYLINDER HEAD
CAUTION: To avoid damage to cylinder head, DO NOT remove cylinder head until
coolant temperature is less than 100F (38C).
digit code to restore radio operation. If code is entered wrong 3 times, leave
owner's manual.
NOTE: Ensure all coolant hoses, emission hoses, vacuum hoses and electrical
connectors are marked for reassembly.
Removal
1. Inspect timing belt before removing cylinder head. See TIMING BELT & TIMING BALANCER
BELT under ADJUSTMENTS. Ensure No. 1 piston is at Top Dead Center (TDC) of compression stroke.
Rotate crankshaft counterclockwise if necessary. See Fig. 4. Disconnect negative battery cable. Remove
radiator cap and drain cooling system. Remove air intake duct and air cleaner cover.
2. Remove all accessory drive belts. Remove P/S pump with hoses attached and set aside. Remove P/S
pump bracket. Loosen throttle cable and cruise control cable lock nuts and slip cable ends out of throttle
linkage. Remove throttle control cable (A/T) from throttle linkage. Release fuel pressure. See FUEL
PRESSURE RELEASE. Remove EVAP control canister hose, fuel feed hose, fuel return hose and
breather hose.
NOTE: DO NOT bend cables when removing. DO NOT use pliers to remove cable
from linkage. Always replace damaged cables.
3. Remove brake booster vacuum hose and vacuum hose from throttle body. Remove coolant by-pass hoses
from throttle body and PCV hose from intake manifold. Remove upper radiator hose, lower radiator hose
(SOHC) and heater hose.
4. Disconnect all electrical wiring harness connectors and harness clamps from cylinder head and intake
manifold. Remove spark plug wires and distributor from cylinder head. Disconnect wiring from
generator. Support engine under oil pan using a pad and jack. Remove side engine mount and upper
bracket.
5. Remove thermostat housing mounting bolts. Remove ignition coil. Remove valve cover. Remove timing
belt. See TIMING BELT & TIMING BALANCER BELT. Remove engine mount bracket (DOHC)
and camshaft pulley(s). Remove back cover. Remove exhaust manifold. See EXHAUST MANIFOLD.
On DOHC engines, remove intake manifold bracket bolt. Loosen rocker arm adjusting screws. Remove
camshafts. See ROCKER ARMS & CAMSHAFTS. On SOHC engines, remove intake manifold. See Fig.
8 or Fig. 9 . On all engines, remove cylinder head bolts, 1/3 turn at a time, in reverse order of tightening
sequence. See Fig. 10 or Fig. 11 . Remove cylinder head and gasket.

Inspection
Ensure all mating surfaces are clean. Check intake and exhaust rocker arms at contact points for pitting, scoring
or wear. Check camshaft-to-holder oil clearances. See ROCKER ARMS & CAMSHAFT. If camshaft-to-
holder oil clearances are within specification, check cylinder head for warpage. If oil clearances are not within
specification, cylinder head cannot be resurfaced. Measure cylinder head for warpage along edges, and 3 ways
across center. See CYLINDER HEAD under ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS for warpage limits. Resurface head
if not within warpage specification.
NOTE: Always use a NEW, undamaged cylinder head gasket. Ensure No. 1 piston is at
TDC of compression stroke. Ensure oil control orifice is clean before installing
in head, if equipped.
NOTE: Manufacturer recommends using a beam-type torque wrench. When using a

preset-type torque wrench, be sure to tighten slowly and not to overtighten. If a
bolt makes a noise while you are tightening it, loosen bolt and retighten it from
first step.
Installation
1. To install cylinder head, reverse removal procedure. Ensure cylinder head and engine block are clean.
Install NEW head gasket. Install camshafts and seals. See ROCKER ARMS & CAMSHAFT. Align
dowel pins and oil control orifice properly. Clean and install oil control orifice with NEW "O" ring in oil
passage on No. 3 camshaft holder.
2. Ensure No. 1 piston is at TDC, and UP mark on camshaft pulley(s) is at top. See Fig. 1, Fig. 2 or Fig. 4 .
Lubricate cylinder head bolts with clean engine oil. Tighten bolts in sequence, to specification, in 3
stages. See Fig. 10 or Fig. 11 . See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS.
3. Use NEW intake and exhaust gaskets. Tighten intake and exhaust manifold nuts to specification in 2-3
stages, using crisscross pattern, beginning with inner nuts. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS. Fill and
bleed cooling system. See COOLING SYSTEM BLEEDING. To complete installation, reverse removal
procedure.

Fig. 10: Cylinder Head Bolts Tightening Sequence (DOHC)


Fig. 11: Cylinder Head Bolts Tightening Sequence (SOHC)

TIMING BELT & TIMING BALANCER BELT
CAUTION: DO NOT crimp or bend timing belt more than 90 degrees, or less than
1" (25.4 mm) radius.
CAUTION: DO NOT rotate crankshaft or camshaft(s) when timing belt and/or timing
balancer belt are removed.
Removal
1. Turn crankshaft counterclockwise to position No. 1 piston at TDC of compression stroke. See Fig. 1, Fig.
2 or Fig. 4 . Disconnect negative battery cable, and then positive battery cable. Remove splash shield.
Remove accessory drive belts. Disconnect generator wiring (if necessary). On 1998 Accord, remove
generator and bracket. On all models, support engine under oil pan using a pad and jack. Remove side
engine mount. Remove engine oil dipstick and tube. Remove valve cover.
NOTE: If reusing timing belt on DOHC engines, go to next step. If replacing timing
belt on all engines, go to step 3).
2. If reusing timing belt on DOHC engines, use an open-end wrench to loosen maintenance bolt on timing
belt tensioner. See Fig. 12. If necessary, remove lock pin and washer and use box-end wrench. Only use
wrench to loosen maintenance bolt. Turn maintenance bolt by hand until it stops. Auto-tensioner is now
fixed.
3. On SOHC engines, remove timing belt upper cover. On DOHC engines, remove middle timing belt
cover. On all engines, remove crankshaft pulley. Remove adjusting nut rubber seal. On SOHC engines,
remove lower timing belt cover. On DOHC engines, remove lock pin and washer from auto-tensioner
maintenance bolt.
4. Remove lower timing belt cover. On all engines, loosen timing belt tension adjuster bolt 2/3 to one turn.
Push belt tensioner to release tension from timing belt and timing balancer belt and retighten adjuster
bolt. Remove timing balancer belt and timing belt.
Installation
1. Remove timing balancer belt drive pulley. Align drive pulley key and TDC mark with pointer on oil
pump housing. See Fig. 13. Ensure UP mark on camshaft pulleys is up and TDC marks on camshaft
pulleys align with top of cylinder head. See Fig. 1, Fig. 2 or Fig. 4 .
NOTE: If reusing timing belt on DOHC engines, go to next step. If replacing timing
belt on all engines, go to step 3).
2. If reusing timing belt, install Timing Belt Slider (07NAG-P13010A) on intake camshaft pulley. Install
timing belt as described in step 5). Remove timing belt slider. Tighten maintenance bolt on timing belt
tensioner. To complete installation, go to step 5).
3. On DOHC engines, remove auto-tensioner. Ensure oil maintenance bolt is pointing upward and that no
oil spills or leaks out of auto-tensioner. Refill auto-tensioner with oil if any spills or leaks. Total oil
capacity is 1/4 oz. (8 cc). Clamp auto-tensioner boss in a vise (using wood or cloth to protect boss) with
maintenance bolt pointing up. DO NOT grip housing of auto-tensioner. Remove maintenance bolt.
4. Insert a flat-blade screwdriver into maintenance hole. Place Stopper (14540-P13-003) on auto-tensioner
while turning screwdriver clockwise to compress auto-tensioner. Install maintenance bolt using a NEW
gasket and tighten to 72 INCH lbs. (8 N.m). Ensure oil does not leak around maintenance bolt. Install
auto-tensioner ensuring stopper stays in place.
5. On all models, tightly install timing belt on pulleys in sequence shown. See Fig. 14 or Fig. 15 . Ensure
crankshaft and camshaft pulleys are at TDC. On Prelude, remove stopper. On Accord, Odyssey and
Oasis, loosen and retighten tensioner adjusting nut to tension timing belt. Install timing balancer belt
drive pulley and lower cover. Install crankshaft pulley. Temporarily tighten crankshaft pulley bolt. Rotate
crankshaft pulley counterclockwise 5-6 turns to position timing belt on pulleys.
6. On SOHC engines, adjust timing belt. See TIMING BELT & TIMING BALANCER BELT under
ADJUSTMENTS. On all engines, ensure camshaft and crankshaft pulleys are at TDC. If either camshaft
or crankshaft pulley is not positioned at TDC, remove timing belt and adjust position. Remove crankshaft
pulley and lower cover.
7. On SOHC engines, install a 6 x 10 mm bolt to lock timing belt adjuster arm in place. On all engines,
loosen tensioner adjusting nut 2/3-to-one turn and ensure timing balancer belt adjuster moves freely.
Retighten nut. Align groove on front timing balancer driven pulley with pointer on oil pump body. See
Fig. 16. Remove maintenance hole sealing plug located at rear side of engine block. Align rear timing
balancer shaft pulley by inserting a 6 x 100 mm bolt 2.9 inches (74 mm) into maintenance (alignment
access) hole. See Fig. 17.
8. Install timing balancer belt. Loosen tensioner adjusting nut 2/3 to one turn to apply tension on timing
balancer belt. Remove 6 x 100 mm bolt from rear balancer shaft. Install 12-mm maintenance hole sealing
plug and tighten to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS. Install crankshaft pulley and
tighten pulley bolt to specification.
9. Rotate crankshaft pulley counterclockwise one turn. Tighten tensioner adjusting nut. Remove 6 x 10 mm
bolt from timing belt adjuster arm. Remove crankshaft pulley and install lower cover. Install adjusting nut
rubber seal without loosening adjusting nut. On DOHC engines, install middle cover. On all engines,
install crankshaft pulley. Apply engine oil to threads and seating face of crankshaft pulley bolt and tighten
to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS. To complete installation, reverse removal
procedures.

Fig. 12: Identifying Auto-Tensioner Maintenance Bolt


Fig. 13: Identifying TDC Mark On Drive Pulley


Fig. 14: Timing Belt Installation Sequence (SOHC)


Fig. 15: Timing Belt Installation Sequence (DOHC)

Fig. 16: Identifying Alignment Marks On Front Balancer Shaft


Fig. 17: Aligning Balancer Shaft

CRANKSHAFT & BALANCER SHAFT SEALS

NOTE: Front and rear crankshaft seals and front balancer shaft seal can replaced
without removing engine. Seal housing surface should be dry. Install seal with
part number side facing out.
Removal & Installation (Front Crankshaft & Balancer Shaft Seals)
1. Remove timing belt and timing balance belt. See TIMING BELT & TIMING BALANCER BELT.
Remove seal. Apply a light coat of grease to crankshaft or balancer shaft and seal lip.
2. Use Seal Driver (07LAD-PT3010A) to install front crankshaft seal. Use Hub Assembly Guide
Attachment (07GAF-SE00200) and 30-mm Attachment (07746-0030300) to install front balancer shaft
seal. Press seal in until driver bottoms against oil pump housing. Clean excess grease off shaft and ensure
seal lip is not deformed. Reinstall timing belt and timing balancer belt. See TIMING BELT & TIMING
BALANCER BELT. To complete installation, reverse removal procedure.
Removal & Installation (Rear Crankshaft Seal)
1. Remove transaxle and flywheel (M/T) or drive plate (A/T) to gain access to right side cover and rear
crankshaft seal. See appropriate article in CLUTCHES (M/T) or TRANSMISSION SERVICING (A/T).
Remove rear crankshaft seal.
2. Clean crankshaft seal contact surfaces. Lubricate seal lips and crankshaft with a light coating of oil. Using
Seal Driver (07749-0010000) and Driver Attachment (07948-SB00101) install seal into right side cover.
Ensure clearance between bottom of seal and right side cover is 0.02-0.03" (0.5-0.8 mm) all the way
around. To complete installation, reverse removal procedure.
ROCKER ARMS & CAMSHAFT
NOTE: Identify component locations as rocker arm shaft assemblies are removed. All
reused components must be installed to original positions.
Removal (SOHC)
1. Remove timing belt. See TIMING BELT & TIMING BALANCER BELT. Remove camshaft pulley(s)
and back cover. Loosen all rocker arm adjuster screws. Loosen camshaft holder bolts 2 turns at a time, in
reverse of tightening sequence. See Fig. 18 or Fig. 19 .
2. DO NOT remove camshaft holder bolts when removing rocker arm assembly. Bolts will keep camshaft
holders, springs, and rocker arms on shafts. Remove rocker arm assembly. See Fig. 20 or Fig. 21 .
Carefully lift camshaft(s) from cylinder head.
NOTE: DO NOT rotate camshaft during inspection. Do not inspect camshaft oil
clearance with rocker arms installed.
Camshaft Inspection (SOHC)
1. Clean camshaft thoroughly and inspect lift ramps and measure lobe height. See CAMSHAFT under
ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS. Replace camshaft if lobe height is not within specification or lobes are
pitted, scored, or excessively worn. If camshaft is okay, clean camshaft bearing surfaces in cylinder head
and go to next step.

2. Install camshaft and camshaft holders on cylinder head. Tighten camshaft holder bolts to specification
and in sequence. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS. See Fig. 18 or Fig. 19 . Push camshaft toward
distributor end of cylinder head. Attach dial indicator and zero it against end of camshaft. Push camshaft
back and forth, and measure end play. See CAMSHAFT under ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS. If end play
exceeds limit, replace camshaft.
3. Remove camshaft bolts and holders from cylinder. Clean camshaft and camshaft bearing surfaces in
cylinder head. Reinstall camshaft and place Plastigage across each journal. Install camshaft holders and
bolts, and tighten to specification in sequence. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS. See Fig. 18 or Fig.
19 .
4. Remove camshaft holders and measure camshaft-to-holder oil clearance, using widest section of
Plastigage. See CAMSHAFT under ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS. If oil clearance is not within
specification and camshaft has been replaced, replace cylinder head. If camshaft has not been replaced, go
to next step.
5. If camshaft has not been replaced, measure camshaft total runout with camshaft supported in "V" blocks.
If camshaft total runout is within specification, replace cylinder head. If camshaft total runout is not
within specification, replace camshaft and recheck camshaft-to-holder oil clearance. If oil clearance is
still not within specification, replace cylinder head.
Fig. 18: Camshaft Holder Bolt Tightening Sequence (SOHC)


Fig. 19: Camshaft Holder Bolt Tightening Sequence (SOHC VTEC)

Rocker Arms & Shafts Inspection (SOHC)
1. Inspect all rocker arm shafts for signs of scoring or damage. Inspect rocker arm shafts for a smooth
surface. Inspect rocker arm face and adjusting screw face for cracking and wear. Replace rocker arm if
cracked or worn (VTEC rocker arms must be replaced as an assembly).
2. Measure diameter of each rocker shaft at each rocker arm location. Measure inside diameter of each
rocker arm and check for an out-of-round condition. Compare diameter of rocker shaft with
corresponding rocker arm inside diameter. See ROCKER ARM & ROCKER ARM SHAFT under
ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS.
3. Repeat procedure for all rocker arms. If rocker arm-to-shaft clearance is not within specification, replace
rocker shaft and all rocker arm assemblies not within specification.
Installation (SOHC)
1. Loosen all rocker arm adjusting screw lock nuts and back off adjusting screws. Clean and dry all
components and lubricate all contact points before installation. Assembly rocker arm assemblies. See Fig.
20 or Fig. 21 . Position camshaft in cylinder head with keyway facing up (No. 1 piston TDC position).
2. Remove oil control orifice located under No. 3 camshaft holder (if equipped). Clean and reinstall using a
NEW "O" ring. On all engines, lubricate camshaft lobes after installation.
3. Apply gasket sealer to mating surfaces of camshaft holders No. 1 and 6 (No. 1 and 5 on F22B1 engine)
and cylinder head. See Fig. 20 or Fig. 21 . Set rocker arm assembly and camshaft holders in place and

loosely install bolts. Ensure rocker arms are properly positioned on valve stems.
4. Apply a light coat of oil to Seal Guide (07NAG-PT0010A) and camshaft oil seal inner lip. Using Seal
Guide (07NAG-PT0010A), Installer Cup (07NAF-PT0010A) and Installer Shaft (07NAF-PT0020A),
install camshaft oil seal. Ensure seal housing surface is dry.
5. Ensure all rocker arms align with valves. Tighten camshaft holder bolts to specification in 2 steps
according to sequence. See Fig. 18 or Fig. 19 . See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS. Install back cover
and camshaft pulley. Tighten camshaft pulley bolt to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS.
Adjust valves to specification. See VALVE CLEARANCE ADJUSTMENT under ADJUSTMENTS.
Tighten adjustment screw lock nuts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS. To complete
installation, reverse removal procedure.
Fig. 20: Identifying Rocker Arm Shaft Components (SOHC)

Fig. 21: Identifying Rocker Arm Shaft Components (SOHC VTEC)

Removal (DOHC)
1. Remove timing belt. See TIMING BELT & TIMING BALANCER BELT. Remove side engine mount
upper bracket, camshaft pulleys and back cover.
2. Loosen all valve adjuster screws. Loosen camshaft holder bolts 2 turns at a time, in reverse of tightening
sequence. See Fig. 23. Remove VTEC solenoid valve and 20-mm sealing bolt located under distributor.
Remove camshaft holder plates, camshaft holders and camshafts.
3. Remove intake and exhaust rocker shaft orifices located at timing belt end of cylinder head under
camshaft holders. See Fig. 22. Rocker shaft orifices are shaped differently. Ensure original locations are
identified for correct reinstallation. Remove sealing bolts for rocker arm shafts located at distributor end
of cylinder head.
4. Install rubber bands around rocker arms assemblies to keep them together. Install 12-mm bolt into
threaded end of each rocker arm shaft. See Fig. 25. Remove each rocker arm assembly while slowly
pulling out intake and exhaust shafts.
Inspection (DOHC)
1. Ensure synchronizing pistons move smoothly within rocker arms. If pistons do not move smoothly,
replace rocker arm assembly. When assembling primary rocker arm, carefully apply air pressure to oil
passage of rocker arm. Remove lost motion assembly from holder, push plunger with finger. Replace lost
motion assembly if plunger does not move smoothly.
2. Inspect rocker shaft for a smooth surface. Measure diameter of rocker shaft at each rocker arm location.
Using a cylinder bore gauge, measure inside diameter of rocker arm and check for an out-of-round
condition. Compare diameter of rocker shaft with corresponding rocker arm inside diameter. See
ROCKER ARM & ROCKER ARM SHAFT under ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS for rocker arm-to-
shaft clearance.
3. Repeat procedure for all rocker arms. If clearance is not within specification, replace rocker shaft and all
rocker arm assemblies not within specification. Inspect rocker arm face and adjusting screw face for
cracking and wear.
Inspection VTEC Intake Rocker Arm & Lost Motion Assemblies
1. Before rocker arms are removed, set cylinder No. 1 to TDC. Ensure mid (connecting) rocker arm on
cylinder No. 1 moves independently of primary and secondary intake rocker arms. See Fig. 24. Check
remaining mid rocker arms with corresponding cylinder at TDC. If mid rocker arm does not move
independently of primary and secondary rocker arms, remove suspect rocker arm assembly. Check
movement of timing piston and synchronizing pistons.
2. Timing piston and synchronizing pistons should move smoothly when pushed into rocker arms. Inspect
rocker arm pistons for signs of scoring or damage. Replace rocker arms as an assembly if necessary.
Apply oil to pistons when reassembling rocker arms. When assembling primary rocker arm, carefully
apply air pressure to primary rocker arm oil passage.
3. Remove lost motion assembly from cylinder head. Lost motion assembly should be slightly compressed
when plunger is lightly pushed. Lost motion assembly should be almost fully compressed when plunger is
firmly pushed. If lost motion assembly plunger does not move smoothly, replace lost motion assembly.
NOTE: DO NOT rotate camshaft during inspection. Do not inspect camshaft oil
clearance with rocker arms installed.
Camshaft Inspection (DOHC)
1. Clean camshaft thoroughly and inspect lift ramps and measure lobe height. See CAMSHAFT under
ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS. Replace camshaft if lobe height is not within specification or lobes are
pitted, scored, or excessively worn. If camshaft is okay, clean camshaft bearing surfaces in cylinder head
and go to next step.
2. Install camshafts, camshaft holders and camshaft plates on cylinder head. Tighten camshaft holder bolts
to specification and in sequence. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS. Bolts numbered 1-20 are 8-mm
and bolts numbered 21-28 are 6-mm. See Fig. 23.
3. Push camshaft toward distributor end of cylinder head. Attach dial indicator and zero it against pulley end
of camshaft. Push camshaft back and forth, and measure end play. See CAMSHAFT under ENGINE
SPECIFICATIONS. If end play exceeds limit, replace camshaft.
4. Remove camshaft bolts and holders as specified from cylinder head. Clean camshaft and camshaft
bearing surfaces in cylinder head. Reinstall camshaft and place Plastigage across each journal. Install
camshaft holders and bolts, and tighten to specification in sequence. See TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS. See Fig. 23.
5. Remove camshaft holders and measure camshaft-to-holder oil clearance, using widest section of
Plastigage. See CAMSHAFT under ENGINE. If oil clearance is not within specification and camshaft
has been replaced, replace cylinder head. If camshaft has not been replaced, go to next step.
6. If camshaft has not been replaced, measure camshaft total runout with camshaft supported in "V" blocks.
If camshaft total runout is within specification, replace cylinder head. If camshaft total runout is not
within specification, replace camshaft and recheck camshaft-to-holder oil clearance. If oil clearance is
still not within specification, replace cylinder head.

Fig. 22: Identifying Rocker Arm Shaft Components (DOHC)


Fig. 23: Tightening Sequence For Camshaft Bolts (DOHC)


Fig. 24: Identifying VTEC Rocker Arm Assembly


Fig. 25: Removing Rocker Arm Shafts

Installation (DOHC)
1. Loosen rocker arm valve adjusting lock nuts and back off adjusting screws. Ensure all reused components
are installed in original positions. Clean and lubricate all moving components. Install lost motion
assemblies.
2. Install rocker arm assemblies while inserting rocker arm shaft through cylinder head. Remove rubber
bands after installing rocker arms. Clean and install rocker shaft oil control orifices with NEW "O" rings.
Oil control orifices are different sizes and must be installed in original locations. Ensure hole in rocker
arm shaft is aligned with rocker shaft oil control orifice. If necessary, use 12-mm bolt to rotate rocker
shaft. See Fig. 25.
NOTE: Cylinder head, and intake and exhaust manifolds must be installed before
camshafts are installed. Ensure oil control orifice, located under No. 3
camshaft holder, is cleaned and installed using a NEW "O" ring.

3. Install VTEC solenoid valve and rocker arm shaft 20-mm sealing bolts. Install cylinder head and
manifolds if necessary. See CYLINDER HEAD. Install camshafts and seals with keyway facing up, and
seals with spring side facing inward. Ensure seal housing is clean and dry.
4. Apply gasket sealer to rubber cap and install in cylinder head at distributor end of intake camshaft. Apply
gasket sealer to cylinder head mating surfaces of intake and exhaust camshaft holders No. 1 and 5.
5. Ensure camshaft keyways are facing up and install camshaft holders. Ensure arrows marked on holders
point toward timing belt. Tighten holder bolts to specification in sequence. See TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS. Bolts numbered 1-20 are 8-mm and bolts numbered 21-28 are 6-mm. See Fig. 23.
6. Install timing belt back cover, camshaft pulleys and side engine mount upper bracket. Tighten bolts to
specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS. Install timing belt. See TIMING BELT & TIMING
BALANCER BELT. Adjust valve clearance. See VALVE CLEARANCE ADJUSTMENT under
ADJUSTMENTS. To complete installation, reverse removal procedures.
BALANCER SHAFTS
NOTE: Perform balancer shaft end play inspection before removing balancer shaft
retainer and balancer gear case. See INSPECTION.
Removal
1. Remove engine from vehicle. See ENGINE. Remove oil pan, drive plate (A/T) or flywheel (M/T), and
right side cover. Remove timing belts and Crankshaft Position/Top Dead Center (CKP/TDC) sensor. See
TIMING BELT & TIMING BALANCER BELT.
2. Remove balancer shaft drive gear case. See Fig. 26. Insert a screwdriver into front balancer shaft
maintenance hole and remove drive pulley. Remove rear maintenance hole sealing bolt. Align balancer
shaft hole and maintenance hole. Insert a 6 x 100-mm bolt 2.9" (74 mm) into maintenance hole to hold
rear balancer shaft. See Fig. 17. Remove rear balancer shaft drive gear.
3. Remove oil pick-up filter screen and oil pump assembly. Remove bolts and retainer, and remove front
and rear balancer shafts from timing belt end of block.


Fig. 26: Identifying Balancer Shaft Gear Case Components

Inspection
1. Measure balancer shaft end play before removing balancer shaft retainer and balancer gear case. Push
balancer shafts firmly toward timing belt. Attach dial indicator and zero it against flywheel/drive plate
end. Move balancer shaft back and forth, and measure end play. See BALANCER SHAFTS under
2. If front balancer shaft end play exceeds specification, inspect retainer and thrust surfaces on shaft. If rear
balancer shaft end play exceeds specification, inspect thrust washer and thrust surfaces on drive gear and
oil pump housing. Thickness of front retainer and rear thrust washer are set and must not be changed by
grinding or shimming.
3. Remove and clean balancer shafts. Inspect surface of balancer shaft journal and balancer shaft bearing.
Replace bearing or balancer shaft if worn, damaged, or discolored. A mirror-like surface is normal. When
replacing rear balancer shaft front bearing, replace oil pump housing.
4. Measure diameter of front and rear edges of balancer shaft journals to determine journal taper. Journal
taper should not exceed specification. Support balancer shaft using "V" blocks, at front and rear journals.
Measure runout at No. 2 journal of each balancer shaft for at least 2 revolutions. Measure balancer shaft
journal diameter at all 3 journals. See BALANCER SHAFTS under ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS.
5. Remove crankshaft, pistons and other components from engine block. Clean balancer shaft journal
bearings in block and oil pump housing. Replace balancer shaft journal bearings in block or replace oil
pump housing if any bearing is worn, damaged, or discolored.
6. Measure inner diameters of front balancer shaft journal bearings No. 1, 2 and 3, and rear balancer shaft
journal bearings No. 2 and 3 in block and rear shaft bearing No. 1 in oil pump housing. Calculate shaft-to-
bearing oil clearance. See BALANCER SHAFTS under ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS. Replace bearings
or oil pump housing, or balancer shafts as necessary.
Installation
1. Ensure right side cover-to-block mating surfaces are clean and dry. Evenly apply liquid gasket to right
side cover mating surfaces within 5 minutes of installation. If more than 5 minutes has passed, remove
old liquid gasket and reapply. Apply liquid gasket to inner threads of bolt holes. Install right side cover.
2. Insert balancer shafts into engine block. Install retainer to front balancer shaft and block. Apply grease to
oil seals in oil pump housing and engine oil to NEW "O" rings. Apply liquid gasket to oil pump housing-
to-block mating surfaces. Install oil pump, ensuring inner oil pump rotor is aligned with crankshaft. Clean
excess grease from crankshaft and balancer shafts, and ensure oil seal lips are not deformed.
3. Install oil pick-up and filter screen with a NEW gasket. Hold front balancer shaft with a screwdriver, and
install drive pulley. Apply molybdenum disulfide lubricate to all thrust surfaces of balancer shaft driven
gear, balancer drive gear and thrust washer. Insert a 6 x 100-mm bolt 2.9" (74 mm) into maintenance hole
to hold rear balancer shaft and install driven gear. See Fig. 17.
4. Ensure 6 x 100-mm bolt is installed and rear balancer shaft is aligned. See Fig. 17. Align groove on
balancer belt driven pulley with pointer on balancer gear case. Apply engine oil to NEW "O" ring and
install balancer gear case. Ensure pointer on case and groove on pulley are aligned. There is an additional
pointer mark on a pulley tooth for balancer timing belt alignment.

5. To complete installation, reverse removal procedure. Tighten all nuts and bolts to specifications. See
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS. Allow 20 minutes after installation before filling engine with oil.
THERMOSTAT
Fig. 27: Exploded View Of Thermostat

WATER PUMP
Removal & Installation
1. Disconnect negative battery cable, and then positive battery cable. Drain cooling system. Remove timing
belt and timing balancer belt. See TIMING BELT & TIMING BALANCER BELT. Remove camshaft
pulley(s) and back cover.
2. Remove water pump bolts, water pump, and "O" ring. Clean and inspect "O" ring groove and cylinder
block mating surface. Rotate water pump pulley counterclockwise and ensure pump turns smoothly.
Replace water pump if it does not turn smoothly or leaks excessively (a small amount of weeping from
bleed hole is normal).
3. Install NEW "O" ring. Install water pump. Tighten bolts to specification. See TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS. To complete installation, reverse removal procedure. Fill and bleed cooling system.
See COOLING SYSTEM BLEEDING.
OIL PAN

Removal & Installation
1. Raise and support vehicle. Remove components to gain access to oil pan. Drain engine oil. Remove oil
pan bolts and oil pan. Discard oil gaskets and clean all gasket mating surfaces.
2. On all engines except H22A4, position new gasket on pan. Apply liquid gasket to 4 seams created
between block and right side cover and oil pump housing. Apply liquid gasket to oil pan gasket at corners
of rear seal radius. On H22A4 engine, apply liquid gasket to oil pan-to-block mating surface and to rear
radius seal.
3. On all engines, install oil pan within 5 minutes of applying liquid gasket. If more than 5 minutes has
passed, remove old liquid gasket and reapply. Support oil pan by installing oil pan bolts No. 1, 2, 15, 16,
17 and 18 finger tight. Tighten oil pan nuts and bolts in 3 sequential steps, to specification. See Fig. 28.
See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS. Tighten oil pan drain plug to specification. Excessive tightening
can cause distortion of gasket and an oil leak. Wait at least 20 minutes before adding oil to engine.
Fig. 28: Tightening Sequence For Oil Pan Bolts

OVERHAUL
NOTE: Identify locations of all removed components that will be reused to ensure
installation to original positions.
CYLINDER HEAD
NOTE: Before checking cylinder head warpage, ensure camshaft-to-holder oil

clearance is within specification. See CAMSHAFT under REMOVAL &
INSTALLATION. If camshaft-to-holder oil clearances are not within
specification, cylinder head cannot be resurfaced.
Cylinder Head
Ensure all mating surfaces are clean. Measure cylinder head warpage along 4 edges and 3 ways across center
(corner to corner and end to end). If warpage is less than 0.002" (0.05 mm), resurfacing is not necessary. If
warpage is 0.002-0.008" (0.05-0.20 mm), resurface cylinder head. Maximum warpage limit to resurface is
0.008" (0.20 mm) based on a specified cylinder height. See CYLINDER HEAD under ENGINE
SPECIFICATIONS.
Valve Springs
Measure valve spring free length. Replace any spring shorter than minimum free length specification. See
VALVES & VALVE SPRINGS under ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS. Install springs with closely wound coils
toward cylinder head. Check valve stem installed height.
Valve Seal Replacement
1. Using a deep socket and plastic mallet, lightly tap each valve retainer to loosen valve keepers. Using a
valve spring compressor with Valve Spring Compressor Attachment Extension (07MAF-PR9010A) and
Compressor Attachment (07757-PJ1010A), remove valve keepers, spring retainer and spring(s). Remove
valve seals from valve guides using a valve seal remover.
2. Coat valve stems with engine oil and install valves in valve guides. Ensure valves move smoothly up and
down. Install spring seats and valve seals. Install valve spring with closely wound coils towards cylinder
head and retainer. Compress spring using valve spring compressor and install valve keepers. Lightly tap
end of each valve stem along its axis to ensure valve and valve keepers are seated properly.
NOTE: Intake and exhaust valve stem seals are NOT interchangeable. Intake seals have
a White spring and exhaust seals have a Black spring around neck of seal.
Valve Guide Inspection
1. Using wobble method, measure valve stem-to-guide clearance with a dial indicator placed at edge of
valve head. Lift valve 0.4" (10 mm) from seat. Rock valve stem back and forth in direction of normal
thrust. See CYLINDER HEAD under ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS. If wobble exceeds service limit,
recheck using a NEW valve. If wobble still exceeds service limit, go to next step. If wobble is within
specification, replace old valve.
2. Using alternate method to check valve stem-to-guide clearance, measure outside diameter of valve stem at
3 different places. Measure inside diameter of valve guide at 3 different places. The difference between
smallest valve stem measurement and largest valve guide measurement should not exceed specification.
Replace valve and valve guide if clearance is not within specification. See CYLINDER HEAD under

Valve Guide Removal
1. Use a hot plate or oven to heat cylinder head to 300F (150C). Use a 5.5-mm valve guide driver (07742-
0010100), or fabricate valve guide remover from an air impact chisel. See Fig. 29. Using an air hammer
and valve guide remover, drive valve guide 3/32" (2 mm) toward combustion chamber. This will knock
off carbon and make removal easier.
CAUTION: Heating cylinder head with a torch, may warp head because of
uneven heat. Heating cylinder head to a temperature greater than
300F (150C), may loosen valve seats.
2. Turn head over. Working from combustion chamber side of head, drive valve guide out toward camshaft
side of head. Ensure hammer force is directly in line with valve guide to prevent damaging driver. If
valve guide does not move, drill valve guide using a 5/16" (8 mm) drill bit, then try to drive it out again.
CAUTION: Drill guides in extreme cases only. Cylinder head damage can occur if
valve guide breaks.
Fig. 29: Fabricating Valve Guide Remover

Valve Guide Installation
1. Chill new valve guides in freezer for about one hour. Remove new valve guides from freezer as needed.
Apply thin coat of engine oil to outside of NEW valve guide.
2. Install new valve guides from camshaft side of cylinder head. Drive each guide into heated cylinder head
to specified height. See CYLINDER HEAD under ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS. If replacing all valve
guides, reheat cylinder head as necessary.

3. Using cutting oil, ream new valve guides by rotating Valve Guide Reamer (07HAH-PJ7010B) clockwise
the full length of valve guide bore. Continue to rotate reamer clockwise during reamer removal. Wash
valve guide sufficiently in detergent and water to remove all cutting residue. Ensure valve stem-to-guide
oil clearance is as specified and valve slides easily in guide. See CYLINDER HEAD under ENGINE
SPECIFICATIONS.
NOTE: Always reface valve seat after replacing valve guide.
Valve Seats
Valve seats are not replaceable.
Valves
Inspect valve for wear or burning. Measure valve dimensions after refacing. Replace any valve that exceeds
service limit specification. See VALVES & VALVE SPRINGS under ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS. Insert
valve into head and measure valve stem installed height. Measure valve stem installed height after refinishing
valve or seat.
Valve Seat Correction Angles
Replace valve guides, if necessary, before refacing valve seats. Using a 45-degree valve seat cutter, carefully
cut seat. Remove only enough material to ensure a smooth and concentric seat. Using Prussian Blue compound,
ensure valve seating surface is centered on seat. After refacing, if seat width is too wide, use 60-degree stone to
raise seat, or 30-degree stone to lower seat. Final cut should always be made with 45-degree cutter to remove
possible burrs. See CYLINDER HEAD under ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS.
Valve Stem Installed Height
After servicing valves, insert valve in cylinder head and measure valve stem installed height. See Fig. 30. See
VALVES & VALVE SPRINGS under ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS. If valve stem installed height exceeds
service limit, replace valve and recheck. If valve stem installed height still exceeds limit, valve seat in head is
too deep and cylinder head must be replaced.

Fig. 30: Measuring Valve Stem Installed Height

VALVE TRAIN
Rocker Arm Shaft Assembly
Mark components during disassembly for reassembly reference. Inspect rocker shafts and rocker arms for
excessive wear or scoring. See Fig. 20, Fig. 21 or Fig. 22 . Replace rocker shaft and/or rocker arms if worn
beyond specification. Inspect rocker arm contact points for wear or scoring. Replace defective components as
necessary. Lubricate contact areas with engine oil before assembly. Ensure reused components are installed in
original positions.
CYLINDER BLOCK ASSEMBLY
NOTE: Reference numbers on connecting rods are for big end bore code, and do not
indicate rod position in engine.
Piston & Rod Assembly
1. Each rod is sorted into one of 4 tolerance ranges between 0.0 and 0.009" (0.0 and 0.024 mm) in
0.0002" (0.006 mm) increments. Depending on big end bore size, a number between 1 and 4 is stamped
on side of connecting rod big end. Any combination of numbers may be found in any engine and numbers
do not refer to cylinder position. Stamped number is positioned so that half is on the connecting rod and
half is on the bearing cap.
2. Install connecting rod to piston so mark on shank of connecting rod is on the same side as arrow on top of
piston. Install piston and connecting rod so arrow on top of piston and mark on connecting rod point
toward timing belt. See Fig. 31.
Fitting Pistons
1. Remove all rings from piston. Clean piston thoroughly. Inspect piston for distortion and cracks. Measure
piston skirt diameter at specified distance from bottom of piston. See PISTONS, PINS & RINGS under
ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS. If diameter is not within specification, replace piston.
2. Measure cylinder wear and taper in 2 directions, 90 degrees apart and at 3 levels (middle and 0.2" (5 mm)
from top and bottom of cylinder). Piston-to-cylinder clearance is the difference between piston diameter
and cylinder bore. See PISTONS, PINS & RINGS under ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS. If piston
clearance exceeds service limit, rebore cylinder and install an oversized piston.
3. There are 2 standard-sized pistons identified on top of piston with no letter, or "A", or "B". There are 2
oversized pistons available in 0.010" (0.25 mm) and 0.020" (0.50 mm) oversize. Standard cylinder block
bore size is identified by letters "A" or "I", or "B" or "II" stamped on cylinder block, above water pump.
Piston Rings
1. Using inverted piston, push new piston ring into cylinder bore 0.59-0.79" (15.0-20.0 mm) from bottom.
Measure piston ring end gap using a feeler gauge. Repeat for each ring. See PISTONS, PINS & RINGS
under ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS.
2. Clean piston ring grooves thoroughly. Install piston rings with identification mark toward top of piston.
Using a feeler gauge, measure piston ring side clearance between ring and ring groove. If ring grooves are
excessively worn, replace piston. See PISTONS, PINS & RINGS under ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS.
If piston and connecting rod are separated, do not install rings until after components are reassembled.
Ensure piston ring end gaps are properly aligned on piston. See Fig. 32.
Piston Pin Removal (Except H22A4 & 2.3L Engines)
1. Install Piston Base Head (07HAF-PL20102) and Piston Pin Base Insert (07GAF-PH60300) into Base
(07973-6570500). Turn handle on Piston Pin Driver (07973-PE00320) so piston pin driver length is
2.03" (51.5 mm).
2. Insert Piston Driver Shaft (07973-PE00310) into Pilot Collar (07GAF-PH70100). Place piston onto base
with embossed side facing up. Using a hydraulic press, remove piston pin. Ensure recessed part of piston
aligns with lugs on piston base head insert.
Piston Pin Removal (H22A4 & 2.3L Engines)

Apply engine oil to piston pin snap rings. Turn snap rings in groove until end gap aligns with cutout in piston
pin bore. Using a small flat-blade screwdriver, start at cutout and carefully remove snap rings. Using a heat gun,
heat piston and connecting rod assembly to about 158F (70C) and remove piston pin.
Piston Pin Inspection
1. Inspect piston pin for cracks, wear and heat damage. Replace as necessary. Measure piston pin diameter
and piston pin bore. Pin-to-piston clearance is difference between the 2 measurements. See PISTONS,
PINS & RINGS under ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS. If pin-to-piston clearance is greater than
specification or service limit (H22A4 or 2.3L engine), replace piston pin with an oversize pin and recheck
clearance. Ensure pin-to-piston clearance is within specification. Replace piston if necessary.
2. Inspect connecting rod for cracks, wear and heat damage. Replace as necessary. Measure piston pin
diameter and connecting rod small end piston pin bore. Piston pin-to-connecting rod clearance is
difference between the 2 measurements. See CONNECTING ROD under ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS.
If pin-to-rod clearance is greater than specification or service limit (H22A4 or 2.3L engine), replace
connecting rod and recheck clearance.
Piston Pin Installation (Except H22A4 and 2.3L Engines)
1. Ensure arrow on top of piston and mark on connecting rod are facing timing belt side of engine. See Fig.
31. Turn handle on Piston Pin Driver (07973-PE00320) so Piston Pin Driver (07973-PE00310) length is
2.03" (51.5 mm).
2. Install Pilot Collar (07GAF-PH70100) into piston and connecting rod. Lubricate new piston pin lightly.
Place piston onto base with embossed side facing up. See Fig. 33. Using a hydraulic press, install piston
pin.
Piston Pin Installation (H22A4 and 2.3L Engines)
Ensure arrow on top of piston and mark on connecting rod are facing timing belt side of engine. See Fig. 31.
Install one snap ring. Using a heat gun, heat piston and connecting rod assembly to about 158F (70C). Coat
piston pin bore in piston and connecting rod and piston pin with engine oil. Install piston pin and remaining
snap ring.

Fig. 31: Correct Connecting Rod & Piston Positions


Fig. 32: Piston Ring Alignment


Fig. 33: Installing Piston Pin (Except H22A4 Engine)

CAUTION: If codes are unreadable because of an accumulation of dirt, do not scrub

them with a wire brush or scraper. Clean only with solvent or detergent.
NOTE: Do not rotate crankshaft during bearing-to-journal oil clearance. Do not file,
shim or scrape bearings or caps to modify oil clearance.
NOTE: A number or bars is stamped on side of each connecting rod and cap as a code,
indicating connecting rod bore. A letter or bars is stamped on crankshaft
counterweights as a code, indicating connecting rod journal diameter. See Fig.
34. Both codes are necessary when ordering replacement bearings. Bearing
color code is located on edge of bearing.
Rod Bearings
1. Remove connecting rod cap and bearing half. Clean crankshaft rod journal and bearing half with a clean
shop towel. Place one strip of Plastigage across rod journal and install bearing and connecting rod cap.
Tighten connecting rod cap nuts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS. Remove cap and
measure widest part of Plastigage to determine bearing oil clearance. See CRANKSHAFT, MAIN &
CONNECTING ROD BEARINGS under ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS.
2. If oil clearance is incorrect, remove bearing. Install a new bearing set with same color code and recheck
oil clearance. See Fig. 34. If oil clearance is still incorrect, install next larger or sm aller bearing set (color
listed larger or smaller). Measure oil clearance again. If proper oil clearance cannot be obtained by using
appropriate larger or smaller bearings, replace crankshaft and repeat procedure.

Fig. 34: Connecting Rod Journal & Bearing Identification Codes

NOTE: Do not rotate crankshaft during bearing-to-journal oil clearance. Do not file,
shim or scrape bearings or caps to modify oil clearance.
NOTE: If engine is in vehicle, support crankshaft under counterweights using a jack,

and measure only one bearing at a time. Weight of flywheel and crankshaft will
cause an incorrect reading.
Crankshaft & Main Bearings
1. Loosen main bearing caps and bridge bolts 1/3 turn at a time, in reverse order of sequence shown, until all
bolts are loosened. See Fig. 35. Remove bolts, bearing cap bridge and then bearing caps. Mark all bearing
caps for reassembly reference.
2. Clean each main journal and bearing half with a clean shop towel. Place one strip of Plastigage across
each main journal. Install bearings, bearing caps and bearing cap bridge. Coat bolt threads with engine oil
and install bolts. Tighten bolts to specification, in sequence, in 2 steps. See Fig. 35. See TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS. Remove bearing cap bridge and bearing caps as specified in step 1). Measure
widest part of Plastigage to determine bearing oil clearance. See CRANKSHAFT, MAIN &
CONNECTING ROD BEARINGS under ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS.
3. If oil clearance is incorrect, remove bearing. Install a new bearing set with same color code and recheck
oil clearance. See Fig. 36 or Fig. 37 . If oil clearance is still incorrect, install next larger or smaller
bearing set (color listed larger or smaller). Measure oil clearance again. If proper oil clearance cannot be
obtained by using appropriate larger or smaller bearings, replace crankshaft and repeat procedure.

Fig. 35: Locating Main Bearing Journal Codes


Fig. 36: Main Bearing Color Codes (Except 1998 Accord)


Fig. 37: Main Bearing Color Codes (1998 Accord)

NOTE: Numbers or letters, or bars have been stamped on end of the cylinder
block as a code, indicating each main journal bore size. Numbers or bars
have been stamped on crankshaft, indicating each crankshaft main journal
diameter. See Fig. 35. Both codes are necessary when ordering
replacement bearings. Bearing color code is located on edge of bearing. If
using bearing halves of different colors, it does not matter which color is
top or bottom.
4. Lift crankshaft from block, using care not to damage journals. Clean crankshaft oil passages using pipe
cleaners or other suitable brush. Ensure keyway and threads are okay. Support crankshaft in "V" blocks or
lathe and rotate crankshaft at least 2 complete turns during measurements.

5. Measure runout at each main journal. Measure out-of-round in 2 places at middle of each connecting rod
and main journal. Measure taper at edge of each connecting rod and main journal. If any measurement
exceeds service limit, replace crankshaft. See CRANKSHAFT, MAIN & CONNECTING ROD
BEARINGS under ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS.
Thrust Washers
Measure crankshaft end play, using a dial indicator. See CRANKSHAFT, MAIN & CONNECTING ROD
BEARINGS under ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS. If end play exceeds specification, inspect thrust washers and
thrust surface of crankshaft located in cylinder block journal No. 4. Replace worn components as necessary.
Thrust washer thickness is fixed and cannot be changed by grinding or shimming. Install thrust washers with
grooved side out.
CAUTION: Whenever any crankshaft bearing or connecting rod bearing is replaced, it

is necessary to start engine and idle with no loads and transmission in
Park or Neutral, until radiator fan comes on. Allow engine to idle for an
additional 15 minutes.
Cylinder Block
1. Check cylinder block deck surface for warpage. Measure top of cylinder block along 4 edges and 2 ways
across center (corner to corner). Measure cylinder wear and taper in 2 directions, 90 degrees apart and at
3 levels (middle and 0.2" (5 mm) from top and bottom of cylinder). Letters or bars have been stamped on
end of cylinder block above water pump, as a code indicating standard bore size for each cylinder.
2. If either wear or taper exceeds specification, rebore cylinder for oversized pistons. If any cylinder block
measurement exceeds service limit or oversize bore service limit, replace cylinder block. See
CYLINDER BLOCK under ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS.
3. Scored or scratched cylinder bores must be honed. If cylinder block is okay, hone cylinders to obtain a
60-degree crosshatch pattern. After honing, wash cylinder bores with hot soapy water to remove all metal
particles, dry cylinder bores and apply engine oil immediately to prevent rusting.
ENGINE OILING
ENGINE LUBRICATION SYSTEM
A rotor-type oil pump draws oil from oil pan and delivers it under pressure to main and connecting rod
bearings. An oil hole in each connecting rod lubricates thrust side of piston and cylinder wall. An oil passage
carries oil to camshaft and rocker arms. Oil spray lubricates valve stems. Four oil jets are located next to
crankshaft on H22A4 engine.
Crankcase Capacity
See CRANKCASE CAPACITIES.
CRANKCASE CAPACITIES
Application Qts. (L)

Accord
1997 (2.2L)
Oil Change (F22B1) (1) 4.5 (4.3)
Engine Overhaul (F22B1) 5.9 (5.6)
Oil Change (F22B2) (1) 4.0 (3.8)
1998 (2.3L)
Oil Change (1) 4.5 (4.3)
Engine Overhaul 5.9 (5.6)
Odyssey & Oasis
Oil Change (F22B6) (1) 4.0 (3.8)
Oil Change (F23A7) (1) 4.5 (4.3)
Engine Overhaul (F23A7) 5.9 (5.6)
Prelude
Oil Change (H22A4) (1) 5.1 (4.8)
Engine Overhaul (H22A4) 6.2 (5.9)
(1) Includes oil filter.
Checking Oil Pressure (Except H22A4 Engine With M/T & ATTS)
1. If oil pressure warning light stays on when engine is running, ensure oil level is correct. If oil level is
correct, connect a tachometer. Remove oil pressure switch and install an oil pressure gauge. Start engine.
Shut engine off immediately if no oil pressure is indicated. Repair as necessary.
2. If oil pressure is indicated, allow engine to idle with no loads, and transmission in Park or Neutral, until
radiator fan comes on twice. Measure oil pressure with engine temperature at 176F (80C). At idle,
minimum oil pressure should be 10 psi (0.7 kg/cm2 ). At 3000 RPM, oil pressure should be 50 psi (3.5
kg/cm2 ). If oil pressure is not as specified, inspect oil pump. Repair as necessary.
Checking Oil Pressure (H22A4 Engine With M/T & ATTS)
1. If oil pressure warning light stays on when engine is running, ensure oil level is correct. If oil level is
correct, support and raise vehicle. Remove center beam and disconnect primary HO2S1 connector.
Remove front exhaust pipe. Remove left side damper fork, disconnect left lower control arm ball joint
and remove left axle shaft. Remove Active Torque Transfer System (ATTS).
2. Connect a tachometer. Remove oil pressure switch and install an oil pressure gauge. Reinstall front
exhaust pipe and connect primary HO2S1 connector. Start engine. Shut engine off immediately if no oil
pressure is indicated. Repair as necessary.
3. If oil pressure is indicated, allow engine to idle with no loads, and transmission in Park or Neutral, until
radiator fan comes on twice. Measure oil pressure with engine temperature at 176F (80C). At idle,
minimum oil pressure should be 10 psi (0.7 kg/cm2 ). At 3000 RPM, oil pressure should be 50 psi (3.5
kg/cm2 ). If oil pressure is not as specified, inspect oil pump. Repair as necessary.
OIL JET
CAUTION: Oil jet mounting bolt torque is critical. Be very precise when installing oil
jet and tightening bolt.
Removal & Installation (H22A4 Engines)
Remove oil pan. Remove oil screen and baffle plate. Remove oil jet bolt and remove oil jet. To install, reverse
removal procedures. Tighten oil jet mounting bolt to 12 ft. lbs. (16 N.m).
Inspection
1. Ensure a 1/32" (1.1 mm) drill bit will go through 0.05" (1.2 mm) hole in oil jet nozzle. Clean as
necessary. If oil nozzle is damaged or bent, replace oil jet assembly.
2. Insert smooth end of 1/32" (1.1 mm) drill bit into 0.05" (1.2 mm) hole in oil jet intake. Ensure check ball
at bottom of hole moves smoothly and has a stroke of about 0.16" (4.1 mm).
3. Using an air nozzle with regulated air supply, check oil jet operation. Apply low air pressure to oil jet
intake and slowly increase until check ball is unseated. Check ball should not unseat until air pressure is
at least 28 psi (2.0 kg/cm2 ). Replace oil jet assembly if operation is not as specified.
OIL PUMP
Removal & Disassembly
1. Support and Raise vehicle. Drain engine oil. Rotate crankshaft counterclockwise until No. 1 piston is at
TDC of compression stroke. Remove timing belt and timing balancer belt. See TIMING BELT &
TIMING BALANCER BELT under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. Remove belt tensioners and
CKP/TDC sensor.
2. Remove balancer belt driven pulley, balancer gear case and balancer driven gear. Remove oil pan and
pick-up screen. Remove pump housing/front cover assembly. See Fig. 38. Remove pump cover from
pump rotors. Remove oil seals and "O" rings.
Inspection
1. Check pump clearances. See OIL PUMP SPECIFICATIONS. If inner rotor-to-outer rotor clearance
exceeds service limit, replace inner and outer rotors. If pump housing-to-rotor axial clearance exceeds
service limit, replace inner and outer rotors and/or pump housing. If pump housing-to-outer rotor radial
clearance exceeds service limit, replace inner and outer rotors and/or pump housing. Remove rotors and
examine for wear or damage.
2. Remove relief valve sealing bolt and spring. Ensure relief valve slides freely in housing bore. Replace
relief valve scored.

NOTE: If components are not installed within 5 minutes of applying liquid gasket
sealer, it must be removed and reapplied. After assembly, wait at least 20
minutes before filling engine with oil.
Reassembly & Installation
1. Ensure all mating surfaces are clean and dry. Replace oil seals and apply grease to lips of oil seals.
Position rotors into pump housing. Install rotor cover on pump housing. Apply liquid thread lock to cover
screws, and tighten to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS.
2. Ensure oil pump turns freely. Fit dowel pins and NEW "O" rings to housing and apply engine oil to "O"
rings. Apply liquid gasket sealer in a thin bead centered on mating surface of pump housing. Apply liquid
gasket sealer to inner threads of bolts. Tighten bolts to specification. See TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS. To complete installation, reverse removal procedure.

Fig. 38: Exploded View Of Oil Pump/Front Cover Assembly

OIL PUMP SPECIFICATIONS

Application Specification
Inner Rotor-To-Outer Rotor Radial Clearance
Standard 0.001-0.006" (0.02-0.16 mm)
Service Limit 0.008" (0.20 mm)
Pump Housing-To-Rotor Axial Clearance
Standard 0.001-0.003" (0.02-0.08 mm)

Pump Housing-To-Outer Rotor Radial Clearance
Standard 0.004-0.007" (0.10-0.19 mm)
Minimum Oil Pressure At 176F (80C)
At Idle 10 psi. (0.7 kg/cm2 )
At 3,000 RPM 50 psi. (3.5 kg/cm2 )
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
Application Ft. Lbs. (N.m)
A/C Compressor
A/C Compressor-To-Bracket 8-mm Bolts 16 (22)
Bracket-To-Engine 10-mm Nuts/Bolts 36 (49)
A/T Or ATTS Cooler Pipes Bracket 10-mm Bolt 33 (45)
A/T Shift Cable
Cable Cover 8-mm Bolts
Prelude 20 (27)
Except Prelude 13 (18)
Shift Control Lever-To-Shaft 6-mm Bolt
Except Odyssey & Oasis 10 (14)
Odyssey & Oasis (1)
Balancer (Front) Shaft Pulley Bolt 22 (30)

Balancer Gear Case Nuts/Bolts 18 (24)
Balancer Shaft Maintenance Hole Sealing Bolt 22 (30)
Balancer Shaft Retainer Bolts 14 (19)
Ball Joint Castle Nut 36-43 (49-58)
Battery Base & Bracket
6-mm Bolts (2)
8-mm Bolts 16 (22)

Belt Tensioner Adjuster Nut 32 (44)
Camshaft Holders & Holder Plate Bolts
6-mm Bolts (2)
8-mm Bolts
Prelude 19 (26)
Camshaft Pulley Bolt
1997 Except Prelude 43 (58)
1998 Except Prelude 27 (37)
Prelude 37 (50)
Center Support Beam Bolts
Prelude 43 (58)
Connecting Rod Cap Nut
1997 Models 34 (46)
1998 Models
Step 1 14 (20)
Step 2 Additional 90
Crankshaft Pulley Bolt 181 (245)
Crankshaft Main Bearing Cap/Bridge Bolts
Stage 1 22 (30)
Stage 2
Except 1998 SOHC 54 (73)
1998 SOHC 58 (79)
Cylinder Head Bolt
Except 1998 SOHC
Stage 1 29 (39)
Stage 2 51 (69)
Stage 3 72 (98)
1998 SOHC
Stage 1 22 (30)
Stage 2 Tighten 90 Degrees
Stage 3 Tighten 90 Degrees
Stage 4 (3)
Distributor Bolts 13 (18)

Drive Plate (A/T) 55 (74)
Engine Coolant Side Drain Plug 61 (83)
Engine Mounts
Center Beam-To-Rear Beam 10-mm Bolts 37 (50)
Front Beam-To-Frame 12-mm Bolts (4) 47 (64)
Front Engine Mount & Bracket
Bracket-To-Engine 10-mm Bolts 28 (39)
Bracket-To-Mount 12-mm Through-Bolt (4) 47 (64)
Mount-To-Frame 12-mm Bolts 69 (94)
Side Engine Mount & Bracket(s)
Side Bracket-To-Engine 8-mm Bolts 16 (22)
Side Bracket-To-Engine 10-mm Bolts 33 (45)
Engine Mount-To-Side Bracket 12-mm Nuts/Bolts
DOHC 40 (54)

SOHC 47 (64)
Mount 12-mm Through-Bolt 47 (64)
Upper Bracket-To-Mount 12-mm Nut (Prelude) 54 (73)
Rear Mount & Bracket
Bracket-To-Engine 12-mm Bolts (4)
DOHC 47 (64)
SOHC 40 (54)
Bracket-To-Mount 12-mm Through-Bolt (4) 47 (64)
Mount-To-Frame
10-mm Bolts 43 (58)
12-mm Bolts 69 (94)
Transmission Mount
Bracket-To-Transmission 10-mm Nuts 28 (39)
Mount-To-Frame 12-mm Bolts 47 (64)
Mount 12-mm Through-Bolt 47 (64)
Engine Oil Pressure Switch 13 (18)
Exhaust Manifold Cover Bolts 16 (22)
Exhaust Manifold Nuts (4) 23 (31)
Exhaust Manifold Support Bracket Bolts 33 (45)
Exhaust Pipe Bracket 8-mm Bolts 16 (22)
Exhaust Pipe Bracket 10-mm Bolts/Nuts (4) 28 (38)
Exhaust Pipe-To-Manifold Flange Nuts (4) 40 (54)
Exhaust Pipe 8-mm Flange Nuts (4) 16 (22)
Exhaust Pipe 10-mm Flange Nuts (4) 25 (34)
Flywheel Bolts 76 (103)
Fuel Feed Hose Banjo Nut 16 (22)
Generator
Adjustment Brace-To-Bracket 8-mm Bolts 16 (22)
Adjustment 8-mm Lock Nut 16 (22)
Mounting 10-mm Pivot Bolt 33 (45)
Ignition Coil (Corrosion Resistant)
6-mm Bolt (2)
8-mm Bolt 16 (22)

Intake Manifold Chamber Bolts 16 (22)
Intake Manifold Nuts 16 (22)
Intake Manifold Support Bracket Bolts 16 (22)
Knock Sensor 23 (32)
M/T Clutch Damper Assembly Bolts 16 (22)

M/T Clutch Slave Cylinder 8-mm Bolts 16 (22)

M/T Shift/Select Cable Bracket Bolts 16 (22)
Oil Cooler Center Bolt 54 (74)
Oil Jet Center Mounting Bolt/Check Valve 29 (40)
Oil Pan Drain Plug 33 (45)
Oil Pan Nuts/Bolts
Prelude (2)
Power Steering Pump

Bracket Adjusting Bolt Brace 6-mm Bolts (2)
Bracket-To-Pump 8-mm Nuts/Bolts 16 (22)

Hose Clamp 6-mm Bolt (2)
Rear Balancer Shaft Gear Bolt 18 (25)

Rear Balancer Shaft Maintenance Hole Sealing Plug 22 (30)
Rocker Arm Adjuster Lock Nut 15 (20)
Rocker Arm Shafts 20-mm Sealing Bolts 15 (20)
Timing Belt Adjusting Bolt 49 (68)
Timing Belt Adjusting Nut 33 (45)
Timing Belt Auto-Tensioner Mounting Bolts 16 (22)
Timing Belt Auto-Tensioner Function Maintenance Bolt 16 (22)
Transmission-To-Engine Bolts 47 (64)
VSS/Power Steering Speed Sensor Bolt 13 (18)
VTEC Inspection Hole Sealing Bolt 15 (20)
INCH Lbs. (N.m)
A/T Shift Cable Holder (Prelude) 89 (10)
Baffle Plate Bolts 108 (12)
Coolant Bleed Bolt 89 (10)
Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal Retainer 108 (12)
Generator Terminal Nut 72 (8)
Intake Air By-Pass Vacuum Tank
Prelude (1997) 108 (12)
Intake Air Duct/Air Cleaner Housing Bolts
Accord 108 (12)
Prelude 89 (10)
Oil Jet Rail 6-mm Mounting Bolts 108 (12)
Oil Pump Cover Screws 61 (7)
Oil Pump Housing Bolts 108 (12)
Oil Screen Nuts/Bolts 108 (12)
Radiator Upper Bracket Bolts 89 (10)

Right & Left Breather Cover Bolts 108 (12)

Splash Shield Bolts 89 (10)
Throttle Control Cable Bolt (A/T) 108 (12)
Timing Belt Auto-Tensioner Oil Maintenance Bolt 72 (8)
Valve Cover Cap Nut 89 (10)
VTEC Solenoid Bolt 106 (12)
Water Pump Bolt 106 (12)
(1) Tighten to 89 INCH lbs. (10 N.m).
(2) Tighten to 108 INCH lbs. (12 N.m).

(3) If using NEW bolt, tighten additional 90 degrees.
(4) Replace nuts/bolts, do not reuse.
ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
Application Specification
Displacement
2.2L 132 Cu. In. (2.2L)
2.3L 138 Cu. In. (2.3L)
Bore
2.2L
DOHC 3.34" (87.0 mm)
SOHC 3.35" (85.0 mm)
2.3L 3.39" (86.0 mm)
Stroke
2.2L
DOHC 3.57" (90.7 mm)
SOHC 3.74" (95.0 mm)
2.3L 3.82" (97.0 mm)
Compression Ratio
2.2L DOHC 10.0:1
2.2L SOHC 8.8:1
2.3
F23A1, F23A4 & F23A7 9.3:1
F23A5 8.8:1
Fuel System MFI
Horsepower @ RPM
F22B1 Engine 145 @ 5500
F22B2 Engine 130 @ 5300

F22B6 Engine 140 @ 5600

H22A4 Engine
A/T 190 @ 6600
M/T 195 @ 7000
F23A1 Engine 150 @ 5700
F23A4 Engine 150 @ 5700
F23A5 Engine 135 @ 5400
F23A7 Engine 150 @ 5600
Torque Ft. Lbs. @ RPM
F22B1 Engine 145 @ 5500
F22B2 Engine 130 @ 5300
F22B6 Engine 140 @ 5600
H22A4 Engine
A/T 190 @ 6600
M/T 195 @ 7000
F23A1 Engine 152 @ 4900
F23A4 Engine 152 @ 4900
F23A5 Engine 145 @ 4700
F23A7 Engine 152 @ 4700
CRANKSHAFT, MAIN & CONNECTING ROD BEARINGS
CRANKSHAFT, MAIN & CONNECTING ROD BEARINGS

Crankshaft
End Play
Standard 0.004-0.014 (0.10-0.35)
Service Limit 0.018 (0.45)
Runout
Standard 0.0012 (0.030)
Main Bearings
Journal Diameter
No. 1
1997 SOHC 1.9679-1.9688 (49.984-50.008)
1998 SOHC 2.1646-2.1655 (54.980-55.004)
DOHC 1.9676-1.9685 (49.976-50.000)
No. 2
Except 1998 SOHC 1.9676-1.9685 (49.976-50.000)
1998 SOHC 2.1646-2.1655 (54.980-55.004)
No. 3
Except 1998 SOHC 1.9674-1.9683 (49.972-49.996)

1998 SOHC 2.1644-2.1654 (54.976-55.000)
No. 4
Except 1998 SOHC 1.9679-1.9688 (49.984-50.008)
1998 SOHC 2.1646-2.1655 (54.980-55.004)
No. 5
Except 1998 SOHC 1.9680-1.9690 (49.988-50.012)
1998 SOHC 2.1650-2.1660 (54.992-55.016)
Journal Out-Of-Round
Standard (Except DOHC) 0.000197 (0.005)
Standard (DOHC) 0.000157 (0.004)
Journal Taper
Standard 0.000197 (0.005)
Oil Clearance
No. 1
Except 1997 SOHC
Standard 0.0008-
0.0018
(0.021-
0.045)
Service Limit 0.002
(0.05)
1997 SOHC
Standard 0.0005-0.0015 (0.013-0.037)
No. 2 Journal
Standard 0.0008-0.0018 (0.021-0.045)
No. 3 Journal
Standard 0.0010-0.0019 (0.025-0.049)
No. 4 Journal
Except 1998 SOHC
Standard 0.0005-
0.0015
(0.013-
0.037)
1998 SOHC
Standard 0.0008-
0.0018
(0.021-
0.045)
No. 5 Journal
Standard 0.0004-0.0013 (0.009-0.033)
Connecting Rod Bearings
Journal Diameter
Except 1998 SOHC 1.8888-1.8898 (47.976-48.001)
1998 SOHC 1.7707-1.7717 (44.976-45.000)
Journal Out-Of-Round
Standard (Except DOHC) 0.000197 (0.0050)
Standard (DOHC) 0.000157 (0.0040)
Service Limit 0.000234 (0.0060)
Journal Taper
Standard 0.000197 (0.0050)
Service Limit 0.000234 (0.0060)
Oil Clearance
Except DOHC
Standard 0.0008-0.0019 (0.021-0.049)
DOHC
Standard 0.0011-0.0022 (0.027-0.055)
CONNECTING ROD
CONNECTING ROD
Bore Diameter
Large End Bore
Except 1998 SOHC 2.01 (51.0)
1998 SOHC 11.90 (48.0)
Small End (Pin) Bore
Except 1997 SOHC 0.8650-0.8652 (21.970-
21.976)
1997 SOHC 0.8649-0.8654 (21.968-
21.981)
Piston Pin-To-Connecting Rod Clearance
Except 1997 SOHC
Standard 0.0002-0.0006 (0.005-0.015)

1997 SOHC 0.0005-0.0013 (0.013-0.032)
Side Play
Standard 0.006-0.012 (0.15-0.30)
PISTONS, PINS & RINGS
PISTONS, PINS & RINGS

Piston
Piston-To-Cylinder Clearance
Except DOHC
Standard 0.0008-0.0016 (0.020-0.040)
DOHC
Standard 0.0002-0.0011 (0.004-0.027)
Piston Diameter (1)
2.2L DOHC
No Letter
Standard 3.4249-3.4254 (86.993-
87.006)
Letter "B"
Standard 3.4245-3.4250 (86.983-
86.996)
2.2L SOHC
No Letter
Standard 3.3457-3.3461 (84.980-
84.990)
Letter "B"
Standard 3.3453-3.3457 (84.970-
84.980)
2.3L SOHC
No Letter
Standard 3.3850-3.3854 (85.980-
85.990)


Letter "B"
Standard 3.3846-3.3850 (85.970-
85.980)
Piston Pin
Diameter
Except 1997 SOHC 0.8646-0.8648 (21.961-21.965)
1997 SOHC 0.8659-0.8661 (21.994-22.000)
Pin-To-Piston Clearance
DOHC
Standard -0.0001-+0.0002 (-0.003-+0.006)
1997 SOHC 0.0004-0.0009 (0.010-0.022)
1998 SOHC
Standard -0.0002-+0.0004 (-0.005-+0.010)
Rings
DOHC
Top Ring
End Gap
Standard 0.014-0.014 (0.25-0.35)
Side Clearance
Standard 0.0022-0.0033 (0.055-0.085)
2nd Ring
End Gap
Standard 0.024-0.030 (0.65-0.75)
Side Clearance
Standard 0.0016-0.0028 (0.040-0.070)
Oil Ring (Manufactured By Riken)
End Gap
Standard 0.008-0.028 (0.20-0.70)
Oil Ring (Manufactured By Teikoku)
End Gap
Standard 0.008-0.020 (0.20-0.50)
SOHC
Top Ring
End Gap
Standard 0.008-0.014 (0.20-0.35)
Side Clearance
Standard 0.0014-0.0024 (0.035-0.060)
Second Ring
End Gap
Standard 0.016-0.022 (0.40-0.55)
Side Clearance
Standard 0.0012-0.0022 (0.030-0.055)
Oil Ring
End Gap
Standard 0.008-0.028 (0.20-0.70)
(1) On DOHC engines, measure piston skirt diameter 0.59" (15.0 mm) from bottom of skirt. On 1997
SOHC engines, measure piston skirt diameter 0.83" (21.0 mm) from bottom of skirt. On 1998 SOHC
engines, measure piston skirt diameter 0.63" (16 mm) from bottom of skirt.
CYLINDER BLOCK
CYLINDER BLOCK
Cylinder Bore
DOHC
No Letter, "A" Or "I" Block (1)
Standard Diameter 3.4256-3.4260 (87.010-
87.020)
"B" Or "II" Block (1)
87.010)
Reboring Limit 0.010 (0.25)
Maximum Taper 0.002 (0.05)
1997 SOHC

85.020)
85.010)
Maximum Deck Surface Warpage
Standard 0.003 (0.08)
1998 SOHC
86.020)
86.010)
Maximum Deck Surface Warpage
Standard 0.003 (0.08)
(1) Letters or bars have been stamped on end of cylinder block above water pump.
ROCKER ARM & ROCKER ARM SHAFT
ROCKER ARM & ROCKER ARM SHAFT

Rocker Arm-To-Shaft Clearance
DOHC
Intake & Exhaust
Standard 0.0010-0.0020 (0.026-
0.067)
1997 SOHC (F22B1 Engine)
Intake
Standard 0.0010-0.0026 (0.025-
0.067)
Exhaust
Standard 0.0007-0.0021 (0.018-
0.054)
1997 SOHC (F22B2 Engine)
Intake
Standard 0.0007-0.0020 (0.017-
0.050)
Exhaust
Standard 0.0007-0.0021 (0.018-
0.054)
1998 SOHC
Intake
Standard 0.0010-0.0026 (0.026-
0.067)
Exhaust
Standard 0.0010-0.0020 (0.025-
0.052)
VALVES & VALVE SPRINGS
VALVES & VALVE SPRINGS

Intake Valves
Face Angle (1)
Head Diameter
F22B1 & F23A7 1.335-1.343 (33.90-34.10)
F22B2 & F22B6 1.256-1.264 (31.90-32.10)
H22A4 1.374-1.382 (34.90-35.10)
F23A1, F23A4 & F23A5 1.333-1.344 (33.85-34.15)
Overall Length
F22B1 & F23A7 4.522-4.533 (114.85-115.15)
F22B2 & F22B6 4.365-4.377 (110.88-111.18)
H22A4 4.150-4.161 (105.40-105.70)
F23A1, F23A4 & F23A5 4.522-4.533 (114.85-115.15)

Stem Diameter
Except H22A4
Standard 0.2159-0.2163 (5.485-5.495)
H22A4
Standard 0.2156-0.2159 (5.475-5.485)
Seat Margin
Except H22A4
Standard 0.033-0.045 (0.85-1.15)
H22A4
Standard 0.041-0.053 (1.05-1.35)
Valve Stem Installed Height (2)
F23A1, F23A4, F23A5, F23A7, F22B1 Engine
Standard 1.8405-1.8720 (46.75-47.55)
F22B2, F22B6 Engine
Standard 1.8929-1.9244 (48.08-48.88)
H22A4 Engine
Standard 1.6732-1.6811 (42.50-42.270)
Exhaust Valves
Face Angle (1)
Head Diameter
F22B1, F22B2, F22B6, F23A7 1.138-1.146 (28.90-29.10)
F23A1, F23A4, F23A5 1.136-1.148 (28.85-29.15)
H22A4 1.177-1.185 (29.90-30.10)
Overall Length
F22B1, F23A1, F23A4, F23A5, F23A7 4.443-4.455 (112.85-113.15)
F22B2 & F22B6 4.809-4.821 (122.15-122.45)
H22A4 4.134-4.146 (105.00-105.30)
Stem Diameter
Except H22A4
Standard 0.2146-0.2150 (5.450-5.460)
H22A4
Standard 0.2156-0.2159 (5.475-5.485)


Seat Margin
Except H22A4
Standard 0.041-0.053 (1.05-1.35)
H22A4
Standard 0.065-0.078 (1.65-1.95)
Valve Stem Installed Height (2)
F22B1, F23A1, F23A4, F23A5, F23A7 Engine
Standard 1.838-1.869 (46.68-47.48)
F22B2, F22B6 Engine
Standard 1.974-2.006 (50.15-50.95
H22A4 Engine
Standard 1.728-1.736 (43.90-44.10)
Valve Spring Free Length
Intake
F22B1, F23A1, F23A4, F23A7 2.011 (51.08)
F22B2
Except Associated Manufactured 2.1031 (53.420)
Associated Manufactured 2.1579 (54.810)
F22B6 2.103 (53.42)
F23A5 2.113 (53.66)
H22A4 Engine (Except Prelude Type SH)
Outer
Chuo Hatsujo Manufactured 1.778 (45.16)
Nihon Hatsujo Manufactured 1.802 (45.76)
Inner
H22A4 Engine (Prelude Type SH)
Outer 1.575 (40.01)
Inner 1.719 (43.67)
Exhaust
F22B1, F23A1, F23A4, F23A5, F23A7 2.188 (55.58)
F22B2
Except Associated Manufactured 2.1519 (54.660)
Associated Manufactured
2.2157 (56.280)
F22B6 2.1519 (54.660 mm)
H22A4 (Except Prelude Type SH)
Outer
Inner
H22A4 (Prelude Type SH)
Outer 1.755 (44.58)
Inner 1.617 (41.07)
(1) Valve face angle is 45 degrees.
(2) Measure from tip of installed valve stem to spring seat surface.
CYLINDER HEAD
CYLINDER HEAD
Cylinder Head
Height
Except H22A4 3.935-3.939 (99.95-100.05)
H22A4 5.785-5.789 (146.95-147.05)
Cylinder Head Warpage
Serviceable Warpage 0.002-0.008 (0.05-0.20)
Maximum Warpage Limit (1) 0.008 (0.20)
Valve Seats
Intake Valve
Seat Angle (2)
Seat Width (3)

Except H22A4 0.049-0.061 (1.25-1.55)
H22A4 0.051-0.059 (1.30-1.50)
Exhaust Valve
Seat Angle (2)
Seat Width (3) 0.049-0.061 (1.25-1.55)

Valve Guides
Intake Valve
Valve Guide Inner Diameter
Except H22A4

Standard 0.2171-0.2177 (5.515-5.530)

H22A4
Standard 0.2169-0.2177 (5.510-5.530)
Valve Guide Installed Height
F22B1, F23A1, F23A4, F23A5, F23A7 Engine 0.8346-0.8740 (21.200-22.200)
F22B2 & F22B6 Engine 0.9252-0.9646 (23.500-24.500)
H22A4 Engine 0.5728-0.5925 (14.550-15.050)
Valve Stem-To-Guide Clearance (4)
Except H22A4
Standard 0.0008-0.0018 (0.020-0.045)
H22A4
Standard 0.0010-0.0022 (0.025-0.055)
Except H22A4
Standard 0.0016-0.0035 (0.040-0.090)
H22A4
Standard 0.0020-0.0043 (0.050-0.110)
Exhaust
Valve Guide Inner Diameter
Except H22A4
Standard 0.2171-0.2177 (5.515-5.530)
H22A4
Standard 0.2179-0.2187 (5.535-5.555)
Valve Guide Installed Height
F22B1, F23A1, F23A4, F23A5, F23A7 Engine 0.8122-0.8516 (20.630-21.630)
F22B2 & F22B6 Engine 0.5827-0.6220 (14.800-15.800)
H22A4 Engine 0.5886-0.6083 (14.950-15.450)
Except H22A4
Standard 0.0022-0.0031 (0.055-0.080)
H22A4
Standard
0.0020-0.0031 (0.050-0.080)
Except H22A4
Standard 0.0043-0.0063 (0.110-0.160)
H22A4
Standard 0.0043-0.0063 (0.110-0.160)
(1) Maximum warpage limit for resurfacing head based on specified cylinder height.
(2) Valve seat angle is 45 degrees

(3) Maximum service limit is 0.079" (2.00 mm).
(4) Caliper method of valve stem-to-guide clearance measurement.
(5) Wobble method of checking valve stem-to-guide clearance measurement.
CAMSHAFT
CAMSHAFT
Camshaft Total Runout
Standard 0.0012 (0.030)
End Play
Standard 0.002-0.006 (0.05-0.15)
Lobe Height
F22B1, F23A1, F23A4, F23A7 Engine
Intake
Primary 1.4872 (37.775)
Mid 1.5640 (39.725)
Secondary 1.3575 (34.481)
Exhaust 1.5105 (38.366)
F22B2 Engine
Intake 1.5168 (38.526)
Exhaust 1.5267 (38.778)
F22B6 Engine
Intake 0.5252 (38.741)
Exhaust 1.5343 (38.972)
F23A5 Engine
Intake 1.5094 (38.39)

Exhaust 1.4849 (37.716)
H22A4 Engine
Except Prelude Type SH Engine
Intake
Primary 1.3402 (34.041)
Mid 1.4510 (36.856)
Secondary 1.3768 (34.971)
Exhaust
Primary 1.3285 (33.745)
Mid 1.4300 (36.323)
Secondary 1.3655 (34.683)
H22A4 Prelude Type SH Engine
Intake
Primary 1.3402 (34.041)
Mid 1.4657 (37.229)
Secondary 1.3768 (34.971)
Exhaust
Primary 1.3285 (33.745)
Mid 1.4450 (36.704)
Secondary 1.3655 (34.683)
Camshaft-To-Holder Oil Clearance (1)
Standard 0.0020-0.0035 (0.050-0.089)
H23A1 Engine
Except Exhaust No. 5 Journal
Standard 0.0020-0.0035 (0.050-0.089)
Exhaust No. 5 Journal
Standard 0.0039-0.0055 (0.100-0.139)
(1) If camshaft-to-holder oil clearance is not within specification check camshaft total runout. If
camshaft total runout is within specification replace cylinder head. If runout is not within
specification replace camshaft and recheck oil clearance. If oil clearance is still not within
specification, replace cylinder head also.
BALANCER SHAFTS
BALANCER SHAFTS
Journal Diameter
No. 1
Front Shaft
Standard 1.6820-1.6824 (42.722-
42.734)
Rear Shaft
Standard 0.8243-0.8248 (20.938-
20.950)
No. 2 (Front & Rear Shafts)
Standard 1.5241-1.5246 (38.712-38.724)
No. 3 (Front & Rear Shafts)
Standard 1.3670-1.3675 (34.722-34.734)
Journal Taper 0.0002 (0.005)
Shaft Bearing Inner Diameter
No. 1 Front Journal
Standard 1.6850-1.6858 (42.800-42.820)
No. 1 Rear Journal (1)
Standard 0.8268-0.8273 (21.000-21.013)
No. 2 Front & Rear Journals
Standard 1.5276-1.5283 (38.800-38.820)
Standard 1.3701-1.3709 (34.800-34.820)
End Play
Front Shaft 0.0039-0.0157 (0.100-0.400)
Rear Shaft 0.0016-0.0059 (0.040-0.150)
Runout (Maximum)
Standard 0.0008 (0.020)
Shaft-To-Bearing Oil Clearance
No. 1 Front, No. 3 Front & Rear Journals
Standard 0.0026-0.0039 (0.066-0.098)
No. 1 Rear Journal
Standard 0.0020-0.0030 (0.050-0.075)

Standard 0.0030-0.0043 (0.076-0.108)
(1) Rear shaft No. 1 bearing is located in oil pump housing. Replace oil pump housing if bearing
diameter is not within specification or bearing is worn, damaged or discolored.

1998 System Wiring Diagrams Honda - Accord

Fig. 22: 2.3L, Engine Performance Circuits, W/ Ultra Low Emissions (1 of 3)






Fig. 25: 2.3L, Engine Performance Circuits, W/O Ultra Low Emissions (1 of 3)






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1998 Honda Accord EX

2.2L & 2.3L 4-CYL

1997-98 ENGINES Honda - 2.2L & 2.3L 4-Cylinder

ENGINE IDENTIFICATION CODES

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CAUTION: Always rotate engine in direction of normal rotation (counterclockwise as

VALVE CLEARANCE SPECIFICATIONS

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Fig. 1: Identifying Camshaft & Crankshaft TDC Marks (SOHC Engines)

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TIMING BELT & TIMING BALANCER BELT ADJUSTMENT

CAUTION: Always adjust timing belt tension with engine cold.

Timing Belt Inspection

Timing Balancer Belt Inspection

NOTE: DOHC engines timing belt is equipped with a self-adjusting auto-tensioner. To

Timing Balancer Belt Adjustment (SOHC)

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Fig. 3: Locating Timing Belt Adjuster Nut (SOHC)

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Fig. 4: Identifying Camshaft & Crankshaft TDC Marks (DOHC)

REMOVAL & INSTALLATION

FUEL PRESSURE RELEASE

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Fig. 5: Releasing Fuel System Pressure (Typical)

COOLING SYSTEM BLEEDING

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Fig. 6: Locating Rear/Center Beams Match Marks (Odyssey & Oasis)

NOTE: Tighten engine/transmission mounts to specification in proper sequence.

Installation (1997 Accord)

Installation (1998 Accord)

Installation (Odyssey & Oasis)

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Fig. 7: Locating & Tightening Intake Manifold Components (Prelude)

Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

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NOTE: Manufacturer recommends using a beam-type torque wrench. When using a

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Fig. 10: Cylinder Head Bolts Tightening Sequence (DOHC)

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Fig. 11: Cylinder Head Bolts Tightening Sequence (SOHC)

TIMING BELT & TIMING BALANCER BELT

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Fig. 12: Identifying Auto-Tensioner Maintenance Bolt

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Fig. 13: Identifying TDC Mark On Drive Pulley

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Fig. 14: Timing Belt Installation Sequence (SOHC)

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Fig. 15: Timing Belt Installation Sequence (DOHC)

Fig. 16: Identifying Alignment Marks On Front Balancer Shaft

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Fig. 17: Aligning Balancer Shaft

CRANKSHAFT & BALANCER SHAFT SEALS

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Removal & Installation (Front Crankshaft & Balancer Shaft Seals)

Removal & Installation (Rear Crankshaft Seal)

ROCKER ARMS & CAMSHAFT

Camshaft Inspection (SOHC)

and go to next step.

Fig. 18: Camshaft Holder Bolt Tightening Sequence (SOHC)