Honda Civic Service Manual: Right M/T Differential Oil Seal Replacement (R18Z1 M/T)

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Raise the vehicle on a lift, and make sure it is securely supported.

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Remove the engine undercover (A).

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Remove the drain plug (A) and the sealing washer (B), and drain the MTF.

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Reinstall the drain plug with a new sealing washer.

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Remove the right front wheel.

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Remove the flange bolt (A).

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Remove the flange nuts (B).

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Disconnect the lower ball joint (C) from the lower arm.

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Drive the inboard joint (A) off of the intermediate shaft using a drift punch and a hammer.

NOTE: Do not pull on the driveshaft or the inboard joint may come apart.

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Remove the set ring (A).

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Lift and support the engine with a jack and a wood block under the oil pan.

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Remove the lower torque rod mounting bolts (A).

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Remove the lower torque rod bracket (A).

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Remove the crankshaft position (CKP) sensor cover (A).

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Remove the dowel bolts (A).

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Remove the intermediate shaft (A) from the differential.

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Remove the oil seal (A) using a pry bar.

NOTE: Be careful not to damage the clutch housing while removing the oil seal.

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Install a new oil seal flush with the clutch housing using the 65 mm oil seal driver.

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Insert the intermediate shaft (A) into the differential correctly.

NOTE: Insert the intermediate shaft carefully to prevent damaging the oil seal (B).

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Install the dowel bolts (A).

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Install the crankshaft position (CKP) sensor cover (A).

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Install the lower torque rod bracket (A) using new flange bolts.

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Connect the lower torque rod (A) and the lower torque rod bracket (B) using new bolts.

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Remove the jack and the wood block.

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Install a new set ring (A).

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Apply 0.5－1.0 g (0.018－0.035 oz) of super high temp urea grease (P/N 08798-9002) to the whole splined surface (A) of the right driveshaft.

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After applying grease, remove the grease from the splined grooves at intervals of 2－3 splines and from the set ring groove (B) so that air can bleed from the intermediate shaft.

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Insert the inboard end (A) of the driveshaft onto the intermediate shaft (B) until the set ring (C) locks in the groove (D).

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Connect the lower ball joint (A) to the lower arm.

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Install new flange nuts and a new flange bolt in the sequence shown.

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Install the right front wheel.

NOTE: Before installing the wheel, clean the mating surfaces between the brake disc and the inside of the wheel.

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Turn the wheel by hand, and make sure there is no interference between the driveshaft and surrounding parts.

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Remove the filler plug (A) and the sealing washer (B).

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Refill the transmission with MTF to the proper level (C). Always use Honda Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF).

Manual Transmission Fluid Capacity

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Reinstall the filler plug with a new sealing washer.

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Install the engine undercover (A).

For proper inspection and adjustment of the wheel alignment, do these checks:

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Release the parking brake to avoid an incorrect measurement.

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Make sure the suspension is not modified.

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Make sure the fuel tank is full, and that the tire repair kit, the spare tire, the jack, and the tools are in place on the vehicle.

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Check the tire size and tire pressure according to tire information.

Use commercially available computerized four wheel alignment equipment to measure wheel alignment (caster, camber, toe, and turning angle). Follow the equipment manufacturer's instructions.

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Check the caster angle.

USA and Canada models

Mexico models

Use commercially available computerized four wheel alignment equipment to measure wheel alignment (caster, camber, toe, and turning angle). Follow the equipment manufacturer's instructions.

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Check the camber angle.

USA and Canada models

Mexico models

Use commercially available computerized four wheel alignment equipment to measure wheel alignment (caster, camber, toe, and turning angle). Follow the equipment manufacturer's instructions.

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Set the steering column to the middle tilt position and telescopic positions.

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Center the steering wheel spokes, and install a steering wheel holder tool.

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Check the toe with the wheels pointed straight ahead.

Front toe-in: 0±2 mm (0±0.08 in)

Use commercially available computerized four wheel alignment equipment to measure wheel alignment (caster, camber, toe, and turning angle). Follow the equipment manufacturer's instructions.

Except '12 models

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Turn the wheel right and left while applying the brake, and measure the turning angle of both wheels.

USA and Canada models

Mexico models

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If the measurement is not within the specifications, even up both sides of the tie-rod threaded section length while adjusting the front toe.

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If it is correct, but the turning angle is not within the specifications, check for bent or damaged suspension components.

'12 models

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Turn the wheel right and left while applying the brake, and measure the turning angle of both wheels.

USA and Canada models

Mexico models

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If the measurement is not within the specifications, even up both sides of the tie-rod threaded section length while adjusting the front toe.

3.

If it is correct, but the turning angle is not within the specifications, check for bent or damaged suspension components.

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Test-drive the vehicle.

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After doing all procedures, select the individual maintenance item you wish to reset with the HDS..