Honda HR-V: Cylinder Head Cover Removal and Installation
Removal
1. Harness Cover - Remove
2. Positive Cable and Connector (Alternator) - Disconnect
NOTE: Remove the positive cable clamp at the same time.
3. Cylinder Head Cover Harness Holder - Move
- Disconnect the connectors (A)
- Move the harness holders (B).
4. Breather Hose - Disconnect
- Remove the dipstick
- Disconnect the breather hose (A).
5. Cylinder Head Cover - Remove
Installation
1. Cylinder Head Cover - Install
- Thoroughly clean the head cover gasket and the groove of the cylinder head cover.
NOTE: Check and, if necessary, replace the head cover gasket.
- Install the head cover gasket in the groove of the cylinder head cover.
Make sure the head cover gasket is seated securely.
- Apply liquid gasket to the oil pump and the cylinder head mating areas.
- Loosely install the cylinder head cover.
Fig. 1: Cylinder Head Cover Tightening Sequence With Torque Specifications
- Tighten the bolts in three steps; tighten the bolts until the bolts sit on the cylinder head cover, tighten the bolts until the gasket is compressed, tighten the bolts to specified torque.
2. Breather Hose - Connect
- Install the dipstick
- Connect the breather hose (A).
3. Cylinder Head Cover Harness Holder - Install
Fig. 2: Cylinder Head Cover Harness Holder With Torque Specifications
- Install the harness holders (A)
- Connect the connectors (B).
4. Positive Cable and Connector (Alternator) - Connect
NOTE: Install the positive cable clamp at the same time.
5. Harness Cover - Install
CYLINDER HEAD LIQUID GASKET APPLYING PROCEDURE
Procedure
1. Liquid Gasket - Apply
NOTE:
- Remove all of the old liquid gasket of the mating surfaces of each part and clean.
- Apply liquid gasket (P/N 08717-0004, 08718-0003, or 08718-0009). Install the component within 5 minutes of applying the liquid gasket.
- If too much time has passed after applying the liquid gasket, remove the old liquid gasket and residue, then reapply new liquid gasket.
- Wait at least 30 minutes before filling the engine with oil.
- Do not run the engine for at least 3 hours after installing the parts.
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Cylinder Head Removal and Installation
Removal
NOTE:
Use fender covers to avoid damaging painted surfaces.
To avoid damaging the wiring and terminals, unplug the wiring connectors
carefully while holding the
connector portion.
Conne
Cylinder Head Assembly - Inspection & Adjustment
INSPECTION & ADJUSTMENT
CYLINDER HEAD INSPECTION FOR WARPAGE
Inspection
1. Cylinder Head - Remove
2. Cylinder Head Warpage - Inspect
Check the cylinder head for warpage. Measure along
the edg
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Save Users Memory
LaneWatch (With Lanewatch)
Phone Picture
Anti-Theft Skip
Other
Backup Data Clear
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All Clear
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Before Performing Maintenance
Inspection and Maintenance
For your safety, perform all listed inspections and maintenance to keep your
vehicle
in good condition. If you become aware of any abnormality (noise, smell,
insufficient
brake fluid, oil residue on the ground, etc.), have your vehicle inspected by a
dealer.
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