2007 Honda S2000FACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Engine Removal

NOTE:
  • Use fender covers to avoid damaging painted surfaces.
  • To avoid damaging the wires and terminals, unplug the wiring connectors carefully while holding the connector portion.
  • Mark all wiring and hoses to avoid misconnection. Also, be sure that they do not contact other wiring or hoses, or interfere with other parts.
  1. Remove the hood support rod from the driver's side of the car, then use it as shown below to fix the hood in a vertical position.
    Fig 1: Fixing Hood In Vertical Position
    G03692213Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  2. Make sure you have the anti-theft code for the radio, then write down the audio presets.
  3. Relieve the fuel pressure:
  4. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery first, then disconnect the positive cable.
  5. Remove the battery.
  6. Raise the vehicle on the hoist.
  7. Drain the engine oil (see ENGINE OIL REPLACEMENT ).
  8. Remove the transmission (see TRANSMISSION REMOVAL ).
  9. Lower the vehicle on the hoist.
  10. Disconnect the engine control module (ECM) connectors (A) from the ECM.
    Fig 2: Identifying Engine Control Module (ECM) Connectors
    G03692214Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  11. Disconnect the dashboard wire harness A connector(s) (B).
  12. 2000-2005 models: Remove the vacuum tank.
    Fig 3: Identifying Vacuum Tank - 2000-2005 Models
    G03692215Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  13. 2000-2005 models: Remove the throttle cable (A) by loosening the locknut (B), then slipping the cable end out of the accelerator linkage. Take care not to bend the cable when removing it. Always replace any kinked cable with a new one.
    Fig 4: Identifying Throttle Cable - 2000-2005 Models
    G03692216Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  14. Remove the four bolts (A) securing the electrical power steering (EPS) control unit (B).
    Fig 5: Identifying Bolts Securing Electrical Power Steering (EPS) Control Unit
    G03692217Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  15. Remove the battery cable (A) from the main under-hood fuse/relay box, then remove the harness clamps (B).
    Fig 6: Identifying Battery Cable On Main Underhood Fuse/Relay Box & Harness Clamps
    G03692218Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  16. Remove the battery cable (A) from the auxiliary under-hood fuse box, and remove the ground cable (B) and harness clamps (C).
    Fig 7: Identifying Ground Cable & Harness Clamps
    G03692219Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  17. Remove the grommet (D) from the bulkhead, then pull out the ECM connectors.
  18. Remove the radiator cap.
  19. Raise the vehicle on the hoist.
  20. Loose the drain plug in the radiator, and drain the engine coolant (see COOLANT REPLACEMENT ).
  21. Remove the engine stop bracket cushion (A), then remove the engine stop bracket (B).
    Fig 8: Identifying Engine Stop Bracket Cushion & Engine Stop Bracket
    G03692220Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  22. Lower the vehicle on the hoist.
  23. Remove the heater hoses (A) and lower radiator hose (B).
    Fig 9: Identifying Heater Hoses & Lower Radiator Hose
    G03692221Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  24. Remove the upper radiator hose.
    Fig 10: Identifying Upper Radiator Hose
    G03692222Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  25. 2000-2005 models: Remove the fuel feed hose (A), fuel return hose (B) and brake booster vacuum hose (C).
    Fig 11: Identifying Fuel Feed Hose, Fuel Return Hose & Brake Booster Vacuum Hose - 2000-2005 Models
    G03692223Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  26. 2006-2009 model: Remove the intake manifold cover.
    Fig 12: Identifying Intake Manifold Cover - 2006-2009 Model
    G03692224Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  27. 2006-2009 model: Remove the quick-connect fitting cover (A), then disconnect the fuel feed hose (B) and brake booster vacuum hose (C).
    Fig 13: Identifying Fuel Feed Hose & Brake Booster Vacuum Hose - 2006-2009 Model
    G03692225Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  28. Disconnect the evaporative emission (EVAP) canister hose.
    Fig 14: Identifying Evaporative Emission (EVAP) Canister Hose
    G03692226Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  29. Attach the chain hoist to the engine as shown below. Take care not to damage the rocker arm oil control solenoid (VTEC solenoid valve) and wire harness.
    Fig 15: Attaching Chain Hoist To Engine
    G03692227Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  30. Remove the support nut from the left side engine mount bracket.
    Fig 16: Identifying Support Nut & Left Side Engine Mount Bracket
    G03692228Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  31. Remove the support nut (A) and four mounting bolts (B), then remove the right side engine mount bracket (C).
    Fig 17: Identifying Support Nut, Four Mounting Bolts & Right Side Engine Mount Bracket
    G03692229Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  32. Check that the engine is completely free of vacuum hoses, fuel and coolant hoses, and electrical wiring.
  33. Slowly raise the engine about 150 mm (6 in.). Check once again that all hoses and wires are disconnected from the engine.
  34. Raise the engine all the way, and remove it from the vehicle.
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  • • 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.

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