Acura TSX / Honda Accord CL. Manual — part 442

Fig. 158: Installing Camshafts & Holders

7. Set the camshaft holders (B) and cam chain guide B (C) in place.

8. Tighten the bolts in sequence to the specified torque.

Specified Torque:

8 mm bolts: 22 N.m (2.2 kgf.m, 16 lbf.ft)

6 mm bolts: 12 N.m (1.2 kgf.m, 8.7 lbf.ft)

6 mm bolts: Locations 21, 22, 23

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Fig. 159: Camshaft Holder Bolt Torque Tightening Sequence

9. Install the cam chain (see CAM CHAIN INSTALLATION ), and adjust the valve clearance (see

VALVE CLEARANCE ADJUSTMENT ).

CYLINDER HEAD INSTALLATION

Install the cylinder head in the reverse order of removal.

1. Install the NEW coolant separator in the cylinder block, when replacing the cylinder block.

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Fig. 160: Installing NEW Coolant Separator In The Cylinder Block

2. Clean the cylinder head and block surface.

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3. Install a NEW cylinder head gasket (A) and dowel pins (B) on the cylinder block. Always use a NEW

cylinder head gasket.

Fig. 161: Installing NEW Cylinder Head Gasket & Dowel Pins On The Cylinder Block

4. Set the crankshaft to top dead center (TDC). Align the TDC mark (A) on the crankshaft sprocket with the

pointer (B) on the cylinder block.

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