Honda Accord: Mainshaft Disassembly, Inspection,
and Reassembly
1. Inspect the thrust needle bearings and the needle bearings for galling and rough movement

2. Inspect the splines for excessive wear and damage.
3. Check the shaft bearing surface for scoring and excessive wear.
4. Before installing new O-rings, wrap the shaft splines with tape to prevent the O-ring damage.
5. Lubricate all parts with ATF during assembly.
6. Install the conical spring washer and the 41 x 68 mm thrust washer in the direction shown.
7. Replace the locknut and the conical spring washer with new ones when assembling the transmission.
8. Check the clearance of 5th gear (see page 14-287).
Mainshaft 5th Gear Axial Clearance
Inspection
1. Remove the mainshaft transmission housing bearing
(seepage 14-270).
2. Install the thrust needle bearing ( A ) , 5th gear ( B ) , the
needle bearing (C), the thrust needle bearing (D), the
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See also:
A/C Compressor Clutch Overhaul
Special Tools Required
• A/C Clutch Holder Robinair 10290 or Kent-Moore
J37872, commercially available
• A/C Clutch Holder Honda Tool and Equipment
ACT499A, commercially available
1. Re ...
Washer Fluid Level Switch Test
Canada models
1. Remove the right inner fender (see page 20-290).
2. Disconnect the 2P connector (A) from the washer fluid
level switch (B).
3. Remove the washer fluid level switch from the
w ...
Front Grille Cover Replacement
2-door
NOTE:
- Take care not to scratch the front grille or the body.
- When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it with
protective tape to prevent damage.
1. Remove the front grille cov ...
