Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2000 Honda InsightFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Specifications Index
INSIGHT SPECIFICATIONS INDEX
| System | Specification/Procedure | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Conditioning | |||
| Service | AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM | ||
| Torque | See applicable component in CLIMATE CONTROL article. | ||
| Axle Nut/Hub Nut | |||
| Front | 181 N.m (134 ft. lbs.) | ||
| Rear | 162 N.m (119 ft. lbs.) | ||
| Battery | 12 VOLT BATTERY | ||
| Brakes | |||
| Bleeding Sequence | BRAKE SYSTEM BLEEDING | ||
| Disc Brakes | BRAKE SYSTEM AND PARKING BRAKE SYSTEM | ||
| Torque | See applicable component in CONVENTIONAL BRAKE SYSTEM article. | ||
| Charging | |||
| Generator | NA | ||
| Torque | NA | ||
| Drive Belts | |||
| Adjustment | WATER PUMP-A/C COMPRESSOR BELT INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENT | ||
| Belt Routing | WATER PUMP-A/C COMPRESSOR BELT INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENT | ||
| Engine Cooling | |||
| General Service Specifications | ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM | ||
| Radiator Cap Pressure | 93-123 kPa (0.95-1.25 kgf/cm2 , 14-18 psi) | ||
| Thermostat R & I | THERMOSTAT REPLACEMENT | ||
| Water Pump R & I | WATER PUMP REPLACEMENT | ||
| Engine Mechanical | |||
| Compression | ENGINE ASSEMBLY | ||
| Oil Pressure (176°F (80°C) | 70 kPa (.7 kgf/cm2 , 10 psi) @ idle; 340 kPa (3.5 kgf/cm2 , 50 psi) @ 3000 RPM | ||
| Overhaul | See applicable specifications table in ENGINE MECHANICAL SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS . | ||
| Torque | See applicable component in appropriate ENGINE MECHANICAL article. | ||
| Fluid Specifications | See FLUIDS under MAINTENANCE tab. | ||
| Flywheel/Flex Plate Torque | |||
| M/T | 44 N.m (33 ft. lbs.) | ||
| CVT | 44 N.m (33 ft. lbs.) | ||
| Fuel System | |||
| Pressure Specification | 270-320 kPa (2.8-3.3 kgf/cm2 , 40-47 psi) | ||
| Fuel Pressure Test Procedure | FUEL PRESSURE TEST | ||
| Fuel Filter Location | FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT | ||
| Ignition | |||
| Firing Order & Cylinder Identification | FIRING ORDER & CYLINDER IDENTIFICATION | ||
| Ignition Wires (Resistance) | NA | ||
| Ignition Wires (Routing) | NA | ||
| Spark Plug (NGK: ILZFR5A-11 | |||
| Gap | 1.0-1.1 mm (.039-.043 in.) | ||
| Torque | 18 N.m (13 ft. lbs.) | ||
| Starting | |||
| Starter | STARTER PERFORMANCE TEST | ||
| Torque | STARTER REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION | ||
| Wheel Alignment | |||
| Adjustment Specifications | WHEEL ALIGNMENT SYSTEM AND WHEEL BEARING | ||
| Torque | |||
| Front | See applicable component in FRONT SUSPENSION article. | ||
| Rear | See applicable component in REAR SUSPENSION article. | ||
| Wheel & Tire | |||
| Wheel Lug Nut Torque | 108 N.m (80 ft. lbs.) | ||
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.