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28. Install the stiffener (B), then tighten the steering gearbox mounting bolt (C)

and stiffener mounting bolt(D).

29. Install a new set ring on the end of each driveshaft, then install the driveshafts.

Make sure each ring "clicks" into place in the differential and intermediate
shaft.

30. Connect the lower arms to the knuckles (see step 5 on LOWER ARM

REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).

31. Connect the stabilizer links (see STABILIZER LINK

REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).

32. Install the three way catalytic converter (TWC) (A). Use new gaskets (B) and

new self-locking nuts (C).

Fig. 136: Identifying (Secondary HO2S) Connector (With Torque
Specifications)
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33. Connect the air fuel ratio (A/F) sensor connector (D).
34. Connect the secondary heated oxygen sensor (secondary HO2S) connector (E),

then install the grommet (F).

35. Install the splash shield.

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Fig. 137: Identifying Splash Shield
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36. Lower the vehicle on the lift.
37. Install the heater hoses.

Fig. 138: Identifying Heater Hoses
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38. Install the radiator (see RADIATOR AND FAN REPLACEMENT ).
39. Install the idler pulley base (see DRIVE BELT AUTO-TENSIONER

REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).

40. Install the drive belt (see DRIVE BELT INSPECTION ).
41. Install the air cleaner housing bracket.

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2006-08 ENGINE Engine Assembly - Civic (Except Hybrid)

Fig. 139: Identifying Air Cleaner Housing Bracket
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42. Install the shift cable (see step 34 on TRANSMISSION INSTALLATION ).
43. Install the clutch slave cylinder, and clutch line bracket mounting bolt (see step

37 on TRANSMISSION INSTALLATION ).

44. Connect the fuel feed hose (see FUEL LINE/QUICK-CONNECT FITTING

INSTALLATION ), then install the quick-connect fitting cover (A).

Fig. 140: Identifying Quick-Connect Fitting Cover
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45. Install the evaporative emission (EVAP) canister hose (A) and brake booster

vacuum hose (B).

2008 Honda Civic GX

2006-08 ENGINE Engine Assembly - Civic (Except Hybrid)

Fig. 141: Identifying Evaporative Emission (EVAP) Canister Hose And
Brake Booster Vacuum Hose
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46. Install the engine cover.

Fig. 142: Identifying Engine Cover (With Torque Specifications)
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47. Connect the engine control module (ECM) connectors (A) and engine wire

harness connector (B).

2008 Honda Civic GX

2006-08 ENGINE Engine Assembly - Civic (Except Hybrid)