Honda Civic. Manual — part 360

Fig. 14: Clamping Auto-Tensioner
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8. Set the torque wrench (D) in the pulley bolt in the direction shown.
9. Align the indicator (E) on the tensioner base with center mark (F) on the

tensioner arm by using the torque wrench, and measure the torque. If the torque
value is out of specification, replace the auto-tensioner.

Auto-tensioner Spring Torque: 32.5-39.7 N.m (3.31-4.05 kgf.m, 23.9-29.3
lbf.ft)

NOTE:

If the indicator exceeds the center mark, recheck the
torque.

2008 Honda Civic GX

2006-08 ELECTRICAL Charging System (K20Z3) - Civic (All Except Si)

DRIVE BELT AUTO-TENSIONER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

1. Remove the drive belt (see DRIVE BELT INSPECTION ).
2. Remove the idler pulley base.

Fig. 15: Removing Idler Pulley Base
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3. Remove the pulley bolt (A), then remove the tensioner pulley (B).

Fig. 16: Removing Pulley Bolt And Tensioner Pulley
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2008 Honda Civic GX

2006-08 ELECTRICAL Charging System (K20Z3) - Civic (All Except Si)

4. Remove the auto-tensioner.

Fig. 17: Removing Auto-Tensioner
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5. Install the auto-tensioner in the reverse order of removal.

TENSIONER PULLEY REPLACEMENT

1. Remove the drive belt (see DRIVE BELT INSPECTION ).
2. Remove the pulley bolt (A), then remove the tensioner pulley (B).

Fig. 18: Removing Pulley Bolt And Tensioner Pulley

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2006-08 ELECTRICAL Charging System (K20Z3) - Civic (All Except Si)

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3. Install the tensioner pulley in the reverse order of removal.

IDLER PULLEY REPLACEMENT

1. Remove the drive belt (see DRIVE BELT INSPECTION ).
2. Remove the idler pulley.

Fig. 19: Removing Idler Pulley
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3. Install the idler pulley in the reverse order of removal.

ALTERNATOR REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

REMOVAL

1. Make sure you have the anti-theft code for the audio system and the navigation

system (if equipped), then write down the audio presets.

2. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery first, then disconnect the

positive cable.

3. Remove the drive belt (see DRIVE BELT INSPECTION ).
4. Remove the front grille cover (see FRONT GRILLE COVER

REPLACEMENT ).

5. Disconnect the fan motor connectors (A) and hood switch connector (B), then

remove the harness clamps (C).

2008 Honda Civic GX

2006-08 ELECTRICAL Charging System (K20Z3) - Civic (All Except Si)