My DD 99 Integra just crossed the 100K mark and I want to do the timing belt...not sure exactly when / if it was done before. I recently hit a deer with it on 50 so it will be off the road getting the front end fixed so I'll do it while I have something else to drive.
What is the best source for tech manuals / instructions? Do I need any special Honda/Acura tools? What else should I do while I'm in there? I know water pumps are often done with timing belts, should I do that here?
Any tips or tricks welcome...
Current: 1985 LS1 Corvette | 2014 328i Wagon F31
Former: 2010 Ford Edge | 1999 Integra GS
I have a little bit of a rub near lock but if you are turned to lock on a track there are other problems already...
Not really any special tools needed, but you'll need a stout air gun and 150psi to get the crank pulley bolt off. Dont forget to dab some motor oil on the bolt before it goes back on.
You will also want some 5mm pin punches (mcmaster has them) to drop into the cams to lock them in place before the belt comes off. Drain the coolant from the front of the block before pulling the water pump out - less messy that way.
Replace the accessory belts while you're in there, and buy a set of cam seals - but if they arent leaking, dont bother, but the one at the passenger side/front of the motor is most likely leaking. You'll also want a new valve cover gasket and some hondabond.
I'll look and see if I have a service manual in pdf, but I'm not sure I still do. Mikey? Maeng?
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Thanks guys, I appreciate it.
The files didn't open here but I'll try again at home...So good to see Helms and not Haynes.
Current: 1985 LS1 Corvette | 2014 328i Wagon F31
Former: 2010 Ford Edge | 1999 Integra GS
I have a little bit of a rub near lock but if you are turned to lock on a track there are other problems already...
I've got the pdf at home I think.
As for the crank bolt, I had a hell of a time trying to get that thing loose. I think Evan busted an impact socket which I recall there being a picture of. I ended up taking it to a shop where the guy put the car on the lift to get access to it, hit with the impact gun they had to break it loose and then put it back on with a dab of grease so I could break it loose later.
1994 Ford Ranger
2004 Honda S2000
2007 BMW X3
