Complete digital workshop manual contains service, maintenance, and troubleshooting information for the 1997-2005 Acura 1.6EL RS, 1.6EL TS, 1.6EL XS, 1.7EL. Diagnostic and repair procedures are covered in great detail to repair, maintain, rebuild, refurbish or restore your vehicle like a professional mechanic in local service/repair workshop. This cost-effective quality manual is 100% complete and intact as should be without any missing pages. It is the same factory shop manual used by dealers that guaranteed to be fully functional to save your precious time.

This manual for 1997-2005 Acura 1.6EL RS, 1.6EL TS, 1.6EL XS, 1.7EL is divided into different sections. Each section covers a specific component or system and, in addition to the standard service procedures, includes disassembling, inspecting, and assembling instructions. A table of contents is placed at the beginning of each section. Pages are easily found by category, and each page is expandable for great detail. It is in the cross-platform PDF document format so that it works like a charm on all kinds of devices. You do not need to be skilled with a computer to use the manual.

EXCERPT:
Engine Electrical
Special Tools ................ 4-2
Starting System Component Location Index .... 4-3
Circuit Diagram ............ 4-4
Starter Test .............. 4-5
Starter Solenoid Test .......... 4-6
Starter Replacement ........... 4-7
Starter Overhaul .......... 4-8
Armature Inspection and Test ....
Brush Inspection ..........
Overrunning Clutch Inspection ..
Brush Holder Test ............
Starter Reassembly .........
Performance Test .............
Ignition System Component Location Index .... 4-14
Circuit Diagram ............ 4-15
Ignition Timing Inspection and
Setting .............. 4-16
Distributor Replacement ......... 4-17
Distributor Overhaul ........ 4-18
Ignition Control Module (ICM) Input
Test ................... 4-19
Ignition Coil Test .......... 4-20
Ignition Wire Inspection and
Test ................... 4-20
Spark Plug Inspection ......... 4-21
Charging System
Component Location Index .... 4-22
Circuit Diagram ............ 4-23
Troubleshooting .......... 4-24
Alternator Replacement ...... 4-28
Alternator Overhaul ......... 4-29
Rectifier Removal ............. 4-30
Rectifier Test ............ 4-31
Rotor Slip Ring Test ........ 4-32
Alternator Brush Inspection ....... 4-32
Rear Bearing Replacement ..... 4-33
Alternator Reassembly ........ 4-33
Alternator Belt Inspection and
Adjustment ............... 4-34
Cruise Control Component Location Index .... 4-35
Circuit Diagram ............ 4-36
Control Unit Input Test ....... 4-37
Main Switch Test/Replacement ..... 4-39
Set/Resume Switch Test/Replacement ............ 4-39
Actuator Test ............... 4-41
Actuator Replacement ........ 4-42
Actuator Cable Adjustment .... 4-42
Actuator Solenoid Test ....... 4-43
Actuator Disassembly ......... 4-44

Insert a 24" long, 3/8" drive extension and the special tool into the cylinder from the gearbox side.
NOTE: Make sure that the special tool is securely positioned on the backup ring edges.
CAUTION: Be careful not damage to inner surface of the cylinder with the special tool.
Set the gearbox housing in a press, then press out the cylinder end seal and backup ring from the gearbox housing.

CAUTION:
• Keep the tool straight to avoid damaging the cylinder wall. Check the tool angle, and correct it if necessary, when removing the cylinder end seal.
• Use a press to remove the cylinder end seal. Do not try to remove the seal by striking the tool. It will break the backup ring, and the cylinder end seal will remain in the gearbox housing.
Acura EL 1997-2005 Workshop Repair & Service Manual

1.6EL....2
  General Information....2
    Chassis and Paint Codes....3
    Identifications Number Locations....4
    Warning/Caution Label Locations....5
    Lift and Safety Points....8
      Lift and Safety Stands....8
      Floor Jack....9
    Towing....10
  Specifications....11
    Standards and Service Limits....12
    Design Specifications....21
    Body Specifications....24
  Maintenance....25
    Lubrification Points....26
    Maintenance Schedule....28
      Normal Conditions....28
      Severe Conditions....30
  Engine Electrical....32
    Special Tools....33
    Starting System....34
      Component Location Index....34
      Circuit Diagram....35
      Starter Test....36
      Starter Selenoid Test....37
      Starter Replacement....38
      Starter Overhaul....39
      Armature Inspection and Test....40
      Brush Inspection....42
      Overrunning Clutch Inspection....42
      Brush Holder Test....43
      Starter Reassembly....43
      Performance Test....44
    Ignition System....45
      Component Location System....45
      Circuit Diagram....46
      Ignition Timing Inspection and Setting....47
      Distributor Replacement....48
      Distributor Overhaul....49
      Ignition Control Module (ICM) Input Test....50
      Ignition Coil Test....51
      Ignition Wire Inspection and Test....51
      Spark Plug Inspection....52
    Charging System....53
      Component Location Index....53
      Circuit Diagram....54
      Troubleshooting....55
      Alternator Replacement....59
      Alternator Overhaul....60
      Rectifier Removal....61
      Rectifier Test....62
      Rotor Slip Ring Test....63
      Alternator Brush Inspection....63
      Rear Bearing Replacement....64
      Alternator Reassembly....64
      Alternator Belt Inspection and Adjustment....65
    Cruise Control....66
      Component Location Index....66
      Circuit Diagram....67
      Control Unit Input Test....68
      Main Switch Test/Replacement....70
      Set/Resume Switch Test/Replacement....70
      Actuator Test....72
      Actuator Replacement....73
      Actuator Cable Adjustment....73
      Actuator Solenoid Test....74
      Actuator Disassembly....75
  Engine....76
    Engine Removal/Installation....77
      Removal....78
      Installation....86
    Cylinder Head/Valve Train....91
      Special Tools....92
      VTEC Control System Troubleshooting Flowchart....93
      VTEC Selenoid Valve Inspection....96
      VTEC Rocker Arms....97
        Manual Inspection....97
        Inspection Using Special Tools....97
      Valve Clearance Adjustment....100
      Valve Seals Replacement (Cylinder head removal nor required)....102
      Crankshaft Pulley and Pulley Bolt Replacement....104
      Timing Belt....105
        Illustrated Index....105
        Inspection....106
        Tension Adjustment....106
        Removal....107
        Installation....108
      Crankshaft Speed Fluctuation (CFK) Sensor Replacement....110
      Cylinder Head....111
        Illustrated Index....111
        Removal....113
      Rocker Arms....116
        Removal....116
        Disassembly/Reassembly....117
      Rocker Arms and Lost Motion Assemblies Inspection....118
      Rocker Arms and Shafts Clearance Inspection....119
      Camshaft Inspection....120
      Valves, Valve Springs and Valve Seals Removal....122
      Valve Guides....123
        Valve Movement....124
        Replacement....125
        Reaming....127
      Valve Seats Reconditioning....127
      Valves Installation....127
      Camshaft/Rocker Arms and Camshaft Seal/Pulley Installation....128
    Engine Block....132
      Special Tools....133
      Illustrated Index....134
      Flywheel and Drive Plate Replacement....136
      Connecting Rod and Crankshaft End Play....136
      Main Bearings....137
        Clearance....137
        Selection....138
      Connecting Rod Bearings....138
        Clearance....138
        Selection....139
      Pistons and Crankshaft Removal....139
      Crankshaft Inspection....141
      Pistons....142
        Inspection....142
        Installation....150
      Cylinder Block....143
        Inspection....143
        Bore Honing....144
      Piston Pins....144
        Removal....144
        Installation....145
        Inspection....146
      Connecting Rods Selection....145
      Piston Rings....145
        End Gap....147
        Replacement....147
        Ring-to-Groove Clearance....148
        Alignment....148
      Crankshaft Oil Seal Installation....149
      Crankshaft Installation....150
      Oil Pan Installation....152
      Oil Seals Installation....153
    Engine Lubrification....155
      Specials Tools....156
      Illustrated Index....157
      Engine Oil ....158
        Inspection....158
        Replacement....158
      Oil Filter Replacement....159
      Oil Pressure Switch Testing....161
      Oil Pressure Testing....161
      Oil Pump Overhaul....162
        Removal/Inspection/Installation....163
    Intake Manifold/Exhaust System....166
      Intake Manifold Replacement....167
      Exhaust Manifold Replacement....168
      Exhaust Pipe and Muffler Replacement....169
    Cooling....170
      Illustrated Index....171
      Radiator ....173
        Replacement....173
        Engine Coolant Refiling and Bleeding....174
        Cap Testing....176
        Testing....176
      Thermostat....177
        Replacement....177
        Testing....178
      Water Pump....179
        Illustrated Index....179
        Inspection....180
        Replacement....180
      Fan Control....181
        Component Location Index....181
        Circuit Diagram....182
        Fan Motor Testing....183
        Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Switch Testing....183
      Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Gauge ....184
        Gauge Testing....184
        ECT Sending Unit Testing....184
  Fuel and Emissions....185
    Specials Tools....186
    Component Locations....187
      Index....187
    System Description....190
      Vacuum Connections....190
      Electrical Connections....192
      System Connectors....201
    Troubleshooting....210
      Troubleshooting Procedures....210
      Engine Control Module/Powertrain Control Module Terminal Arrangement....217
      Diagnostic Trouble Code Chart....221
      How to Read Flowcharts....225
    PGM-FI System....226
      System Description....226
      Troubleshooting Flowcharts....228
        Engine Control Module/Powertrain Control Module....228
        Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor....232
        Intake Air Temperature Sensor....237
        Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor....240
        Throttle Position Sensor....243
        Primary Heated Oxygen Sensor (Sensor 1)....248
        Secondary Heated Oxygen Sensor (Sensor 2)....252
        Heated Oxygen Sensor Heater....255
        Fuel Supply System....257
        Misfire Detected in One Cylinder....259
        Random Misfire....262
        Knock Sensor....263
        CKP/TDC/CYP Sensor....264
        Vehicule Speed Sensor....266
        Barometric Pressure Sensor....268
        CKF Sensor....269
        ECM/PCM Internal Circuit....272
      Heated Oxygen Sensor Replacement....273
    Idle Control System....274
      System Description....274
      Troubleshooting Flowcharts....276
        Idle Control System....276
        Idle Air Control Valve....278
        Starter Switch Signal....282
        Air Conditioning Signal....283
        Alternator FR Signal....285
        Brake Switch Signal....286
      Idle Speed Settings....287
    Fuel Supply System....289
      Fuel Lines....289
      Fule Tube/Quick-Connect Fittings....291
      System Description....294
      Fuel Pressure....294
      Fuel Injectors....295
      Fuel Pressure Regulator....297
      Fuel Filter....298
      Fuel Pump....299
      Fuel Gauge /Fuel Gauge Sending Unit....300
      Low Fuel Indicator System....301
      PGM-FI Main Relay....302
      Fuel Tank....305
    Intake Air System....306
      System Description....306
      Air Cleaner....307
      Throttle Cable....307
      Throttle Body....308
    Emission Control System....310
      System Description....310
      Tailpipe Emission....310
      Three Way Catalytic Converter....310
      Positive Crankcase Ventilation System....312
      Evaporative Emission Controls....313
  Transaxle....318
    Clutch....319
      Special Tools....320
      Illustrated Index....321
      Clutch Pedal Adjustment....322
      Clutch Master Cylinder Removal/Installation....323
      Slave Cylinder Removal/Installation....324
      Pressure Plate Removal/Inspection....325
      Clutch Disc Removal/Inspection....326
      Flywheel....327
        Inspection....327
        Replacement....327
      Clutch Disc, Pressure Plate Installation....328
      Release Bearing....329
        Removal/Inspection....329
        Installation....330
    Manual Transmission....331
      Special Tools....332
      Maintenance....333
        Transmission Oil....333
      Back-Up Light Switch Replacement....333
      Troubleshooting....334
      Transmission Assembly....335
        Removal....335
        Installation....338
      Illustrated Index....340
      Transmission Housing....342
        Removal....342
      Reverse Shift Holder....343
        Clearance Inspection....343
      Reverse Idler Gear Removal....344
      Mainshaft, Countershaft, Shift Fork Disassembly....344
      Mainshaft Assembly....345
        Index....345
        Clearance Inspection....346
        Disassembly....347
        Inspection....348
        Reassembly....349
      Countershaft Assembly....350
        Index....350
        Clearance Inspection....351
        Disassembly....352
        Inspection....353
        Reassembly....353
      Shift Fork Assembly....355
        Index....355
        Clearance Inspection....356
        MBS Shift Piece Inspection....357
      Synchro Sleeve, Synchro Hub....357
        Inspection/Installation....357
      Synchro Ring, Gear Inspection....358
      Shift Rod Removal....359
      Differential....360
        Index....360
        Backlash Inspection....360
        Bearing Replacement....361
        Final Driven Gear Replacement....361
        Thrust Shim Adjustment....362
      Clutch Housing Bearing Replacement....364
      Mainshaft Thrust Shim Adjustment....366
      Transmission Reassembly....369
      Oil Seals Replacement....373
      Gearshift Mechanism Overhaul....374
    Automatic Transmission....375
      Special Tools....376
      Description....377
      Power Flow....380
      Electronic Control System....387
      Hydraulic Control....392
      Hydraulic Flow....397
      Lock-up System....406
      Electrical System Component Locations....413
      PCM Circuit Diagram (A/T Control System)....414
      PCM Terminal Voltage/Measuraing Conditions A/T Control System....416
      Troubleshooting Procedures....418
      Symptom-to-Component Chart Electrical System....422
      Electrical Troubleshooting Flowcharts....424
      Lock-up Control Solenoid Valve A/B Assembly....451
        Test....451
        Replacement....451
      Shift Control Solenoid Valve A/B Assembly....452
        Test....452
        Replacement....452
      Linear Solenoid Assembly....453
        Test....453
        Replacement....454
      Mainshaft/Countershaft Speed Sensors Replacement....454
      A/T Gear Position Switch....455
        Test....455
        Replacement....456
        Adjustment....456
      A/T Gear Position Indicator....457
        Input Test....457
      Interlock System....458
      Hydraulic System....462
      Road Test....466
      Stall Speed Test....468
      Fluid Level....469
      Pressure Testing....470
      Transmission Removal....474
      Transmission Right Side Cover....478
        Removal....484
      Transmission Housing....480
        Removal....486
      Torque Converter Housing/Valve Body....482
        Removal....488
      Valve Caps....490
      Valve Body Repair....491
      Valve Assembly....492
      ATF Pump Inspection....493
      Main Valve Body....494
      Secondary Valve Body....496
      Regulator Valve Body....497
      Servo Body....498
      Lock-up Valve Body....499
      Mainshaft....500
      Sealing Rings....502
      Countershaft....503
      One-way Clutch....507
      Clutch....508
        Disassembly....510
        Reassembly....512
      Differential....516
      Torque Converter Housing Bearing....522
      Transmission Housing Bearings....524
      Reverse Idler Gear Installation....525
      Parking Brake Stop....525
      Transmission Reassembly....526
      Torque Converter/Drive Plate....533
      Transmission Installation....534
        Cooler Flushing....538
      Shift Cable....540
      Shift Lever....542
      Shift Indicator Panel Adjustment....543
      ATF Cooler Hoses Connection....543
    Differential....544
    Driveshafts....545
      Special Tools....546
      Inspection....547
      Removal....547
      Disassembly....549
      Reassembly....551
      Installation....554
  Steering....556
    Special Tools....558
    Component Locations Index....559
    Troubleshooting....560
    Inspection and Adjustment....568
    Steering Wheel....573
    Steering Column....575
    Power Steering Hoses, Lines....578
    Power Steering Pump....579
    Power Steering Gearbox....586
      Ball Joint Boot Replacement....606
    Untitled....556
    Untitled....556
    Untitled....556
    Untitled....556
    Untitled....556
  Suspension....607
    Special Tools....608
    Component Locations Index....609
    Wheel Alignment....610
    Wheel/Hub Inspection....613
    Front Suspension....614
    Front Damper....622
    Rear Suspension....626
    Rear Damper....629
  Brakes....633
    Conventional Brakes....634
      Special Tools....635
      Component Locations Index....636
      Brake System Rubber Parts and Brake Booster....637
      Front Brake Pads....642
      Front Brake Discs....644
      Front Brake Calipers....645
      Master Cylinder/Brake Booster....648
      Rear Drum Brake....651
      Brake Hoses/Lines....655
      Parking Brake Cable....657
    Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)....658
      Special Tools....659
      Component Locations Index....660
      ABS....661
      Circuit Diagram....665
      ABS Control Unit Terminal....667
      Troubleshooting Precautions....669
      Diagnostic Trouble Code....671
      Troubleshooting....673
      Modulator Unit....689
      ABS Control Unit....690
      Pulsers/Wheel Sensors....690
  Body....659
    Doors....694
    Emblems....768
    Exterior Component Locations Index....750
    Frame Repair Chart....770
    Interior Component Locations Index....730
    Mirrors....709
    Moonroof....722
    Opener Cable/Opener and Latch Wiper and Washer Component Locations Index....761
    Seats....742
    Sub-frame....769
    Windshield/Rear Window Index....712
  Heater and Air Conditioning....772
    Heater....773
      Illustrated Index....774
      Circuit Diagram....775
      Troubleshooting....776
      Blower Unit....788
      Heater Unit....790
      Temperature Control....793
      Heater Control Panel....794
      Mode Control Motor....795
      Recirculation Control Motor....796
      Relay....797
      Heater Fan Switch....797
      Mode Control Switch....798
    Air Conditioning....799
      Special Tools....800
      Illustrated Index....801
      Wiring....802
      Description....803
      Circuit Diagram....804
      Troubleshooting....805
      A/C Thermostat....816
      Relay....816
      Tips and Precautions....817
      System Torque....818
      A/C System Service....819
      Evaporator....825
      Compressor....827
      Compressor Belt....834
      Condenser....835
  Body Electrical....837
    Special Tools....838
    Troubleshooting....839
    Relay and Control Unit Locations....842
    Accessory Power Socket....960
    Battery....886
    Connector Identification and Wire Harness Routing....847
    Clock....930
    Dash Lightsbrightness Controller....918
    Fuses....872
    Gauges Circuit Diagram....890
    Ground Distribution....878
    Horns....931
    Ignition Switch....884
    Integrated Control Unit....898
    Keyless Entry System....961
    Lighting System....903
    Lights, Exterior....915
      Back-up....915
      Brake....916
      Daytime Running....906
      Front Turn Signal....914
      Headlights/Front Parking....908
      High Mount Brake....917
      License Plate....911
      Taillights....910
    Lights, Interior....920
    Moonroof....955
    Power Distribution....875
    Mirrors....938
    Relays....882
    Windows....947
    Rear Defogger....934
    Security Alarm System....961
    Speedometer....889
    Stereo....924
    Turn Signal/Hazard Flasher....912
    Under Dash Fuse....881
    Vehicule Speed Sensor....896
    Wiper/Washer....943
  Restraints....978
    Seat Belts....979
    Supplemental Restraint System....985
      Special Tools....986
      Component Locations Index....987
      Description....988
      Circuit Diagram....989
      Precautions/Procedures....990
      Troubleshooting....996
      Driver's Airbag....1031
      Front Passenger's Airbag....1033
      Cable Reel....1037
      SRS Unit....1041
    Seat Belts Component Location Index....978
    Front Seat Belt....980
    Rear Seat Belt....982
    Inspection....983
    Child Seat Anchor Plate....984