Honda Civic. Manual — part 834

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19. Install the transmission mounting bracket bolts (A). Install the transmission

mounting bolt (B) and nuts (C), then install the ground cable (D).

Fig. 42: Identifying Transmission Mounting Bracket Bolts And Nuts (With
Torque Specifications)
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20. Raise the vehicle on the lift.
21. Loosen and retighten the lower torque rod mounting bolt.

2008 Honda Civic LX

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

Fig. 43: Identifying Lower Torque Rod Mounting Bolt (With Torque
Specifications)
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22. Refill the transmission with the recommended transmission fluid (see

TRANSMISSION FLUID INSPECTION AND REPLACEMENT ).

23. Install the splash shield.

Fig. 44: Locating Splash Shield
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24. Lower the vehicle on the lift.
25. Tighten the upper torque rod mounting bolt.

2008 Honda Civic LX

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

Fig. 45: Tightening Upper Torque Rod Mounting Bolt (With Torque
Specifications)
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26. Install the upper transmission mounting bolts.

Fig. 46: Installing Upper Transmission Mounting Bolts (With Torque
Specifications)
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27. Remove the engine hanger and support eyelet (A) from the engine.

2008 Honda Civic LX

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

Fig. 47: Identifying Engine Hanger And Support Eyelet (With Torque
Specifications)
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28. Install the air cleaner housing bracket (B) on the cylinder head.
29. Connect the output shaft (countershaft) speed sensor connector (A).

Fig. 48: Locating Output Shaft (Countershaft) Speed Sensor Connector
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30. Apply a light coat of super high temp urea grease (P/N 08798-9002) to the

cable ends (A), and the surface of the cable end rubber (B) with silicone
grease.

2008 Honda Civic LX

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