Honda Civic. Manual — part 833

Fig. 35: Installing Front Subframe (With Torque Specifications)
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11. Align the front subframe reference marks (A) to the body (B), as noted during

removal. Tighten the subframe mounting bolts to the specified torque.

Fig. 36: Aligning Front Subframe Marks
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12. Install the lower torque rod mounting bolts.

2008 Honda Civic LX

2006-08 TRANSMISSION Manual Transmission (SPFM) 5-Speed) - Civic

Fig. 37: Installing Lower Torque Rod Mounting Bolts (With Torque
Specifications)
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13. Install the middle subframe mounting bolts.

Fig. 38: Identifying Subframe Mounting Bolts (With Torque
Specifications)
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14. Install the steering gearbox stiffner plates (A) and mounting bracket (B).

Tighten the mounting bolts to the specified torque.

2008 Honda Civic LX

2006-08 TRANSMISSION Manual Transmission (SPFM) 5-Speed) - Civic

Fig. 39: Installing Steering Gearbox Stiffner Plates (With Torque
Specifications)
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15. Install the steering line bracket (A) and the clip (B).

2008 Honda Civic LX

2006-08 TRANSMISSION Manual Transmission (SPFM) 5-Speed) - Civic

Fig. 40: Identifying Steering Line Bracket And Clip (With Torque
Specifications)
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16. Connect the lower arm (see step 7 on DRIVESHAFT INSTALLATION ).
17. Lower the vehicle on the lift.
18. Install the transmission mounting bracket base (A) and stud bolts (B).

Fig. 41: Identifying Transmission Mounting Bracket Base And Stud Bolts
(With Torque Specifications)

2008 Honda Civic LX

2006-08 TRANSMISSION Manual Transmission (SPFM) 5-Speed) - Civic