Acura TSX / Honda Accord CL. Manual - part 447

Fig. 178: Installing The Intake Manifold Cover 

14. After assembly, wait at least 30 minutes before filling the engine with oil.  

ENGINE BLOCK 

 

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SPECIAL TOOLS 

Fig. 179: Special Tools (1 Of 2) 

Fig. 180: Special Tools (2 Of 2) 

COMPONENT LOCATION INDEX 

 

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Fig. 181: Exploded View Of Engine Block Components (1 Of 2)

 

2004 Acura TSX 

2004 ENGINES 2.4L DOHC VTEC - TSX

  

 

Fig. 182: Exploded View Of Engine Block Components (2 Of 2) 

CONNECTING ROD & CRANKSHAFT END PLAY INSPECTION 

1. Remove the oil pump (see OIL PUMP REMOVAL ).  

2. Remove the baffle plates (see step 6 of CRANKSHAFT & PISTON REMOVAL ).  

3. Measure the connecting rod end play with a feeler gauge between the connecting rod and crankshaft. 

Connecting Rod End Play: 

 

2004 Acura TSX 

2004 ENGINES 2.4L DOHC VTEC - TSX