Honda Accord: VTC Actuator, Exhaust Camshaft
Sprocket Replacement
Removal
1. Remove the cam chain (see page 6-62).
2. Hold the camshaft with an open-end wrench, then loosen the variable valve timing control (VTC) actuator mounting bolt and the exhaust camshaft sprocket mounting bolt.
3. If the VTC actuator will be reused, do these steps.
-1. Remove the intake camshaft, and seal the retard holes in the No. 1 camshaft journal with tape and a wire tie (see step 6 on page 6-57).
-2. Seal one of the advance holes with tape (see step 7 on page 6-57).
-3. Apply air to the unsealed advance hole to release the lock (see step 8 on page 6-58).
-4. Remove the tape and adhesive residue from the No. 1 camshaft journal.
4. Remove the VTC actuator and the exhaust camshaft sprocket.
Installation
1. Install the VTC actuator and the exhaust camshaft sprocket.
NOTE: Install the VTC actuator while in the unlocked position.
2. Apply new engine oil to the threads of the VTC actuator mounting bolt and the exhaust camshaft mounting bolt, then install them.
3. Hold the camshaft with an open-end wrench, then tighten the bolts.
Specified Torque
VTC Actuator Mounting Bolt:
12 x 1.25 mm
113 N-m (11.5 kgfm, 83 Ibf-ft)
Exhaust Camshaft Sprocket Mounting Bolt:
10x1.25 mm
72 N-m (7.3 kgfm, 53 Ibf-ft)
4. Hold the camshaft, and turn the VTC actuator clockwise until you hear it click. Make sure to lock the VTC actuator by turning it.
5. Install the cam chain (see page 6-64).
CMP Pulse Plate B Replacement
1. Remove the cylinder head cover (see page 6-73).
2. Remove camshaft position (CMP) sensor B (see page
11-198).
3. Hold the camshaft with an open-end wrench, then
loosen the bolt.
4. Remov ...
Cylinder Head Inspection for
Warpage
1. Remove the cylinder head (see page 6-76).
2. Inspect the camshaft (see page 6-84).
3. Check the cylinder head for warpage. Measure along
the edges, and three ways across the center.
- If ...
See also:
Clutch Fluid
Manual transmission only
The fluid level should be between
theMINandMAXmarks on the side
of the reservoir. If it is not, add
brake fluid to bring it up to that level.
Use the same fluid spec ...
Driver's Under-dash Fuse/Relay Box
(MICU) Removal and Installation
Special Tools Required
Relay Puller 07AAC-000A1A0
USA models
NOTE; SRS components are located in this area. Review
the SRS component locations 4-door (see page 24-21),
2-door (see page 24-23), an ...
Speaker Test/Replacement
Front Door Speaker
1. Remove the door panel.
• 4-door (see page 20-17)
• 2-door (see page 20-12)
2. Remove t h e bolt (A). Then lift the speaker straight up
to release t h e lower cli ...