Acura EL 1997-2005 Workshop Repair & Service Manual

Complete digital official shop 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