Honda1993–1997Technical specifications

Accord Aerodeck 2.0: Technical specifications

Workshop data for the 2-litre petrol (engine code F20Z3). Covers engine, fluids, brakes, service, torques and air conditioning: the figures to check before a job or a parts order.

Common faults & fixes

Summary

Match the engine code (F20Z3) to the vehicle before ordering parts or applying these figures.

Vehicle specifications

Overview

Make
Honda
Model
Accord Aerodeck
Years
1993–1997
Fuel
Petrol
Engine code
F20Z3

Performance & efficiency

Power
98 kW (133 hp)
Engine size
1,997 cc
Cylinders
4 · OHC
Compression ratio
9.5:1
Fuel system
Honda

Fluids & capacities

Engine oil (with the filter)
3.8 litres
All 139 specifications below

Engine & identification

Vehicle identification

No. of cylinders Type4/OHC
Capacity (Fiscal) cc1997
Compression ratio :19,5
Suitable for unleaded petrolYes
Minimum octane rating RON95
Ignition system TypePGM-FI
Ignition system DescriptionMap-i
Trigger locationDistributor
Fuel system MakeHonda
Fuel system TypePGM-FI
Fuel system DescriptionMFI-s
Air metering TypeMAP
Combined ignition and fuel ECMYes
Diagnostic socketYes

Ignition system

Ignition coil MakeHitachi
Ignition coil supply voltage + with ballast V11,0
Primary resistance Ohm0,6-0,8
Secondary resistance Ohm13000-19000
Distributor (ECM) MakeHitachi

Firing order

The firing order for the Honda Accord Aerodeck 2.0 (1993–1997) is 1-3-4-2.

Firing order1-3-4-2

Valve clearances

Valve clearances for the Honda Accord Aerodeck 2.0 (1993–1997) are 0,23-0,28 mm inlet and 0,27-0,32 mm exhaust, measured cold.

Valve clearance - INLET mm0,23-0,28 cold
Valve clearance - EXHAUST mm0,27-0,32 cold

Engine oil & fluids

Engine oil

The Honda Accord Aerodeck 2.0 (1993–1997) takes 3.8 litres of engine oil with the filter.

See the reference table for the complete engine oil entries and their conditions.

Manual gearbox

See the reference table for the complete manual gearbox entries and their conditions.

Coolant

See the reference table for the complete coolant entries and their conditions.

Grades, filling conditions and capacities

Lubricants and capacities — complete reference
Engine oil options
Ambient temperature range ➞35°C
Engine oil grade SAE 5W-30
Engine oil classification API/ACEA SH/A2
Ambient temperature range -20°C➞35°C
Engine oil grade SAE 10W-30
Engine oil classification API/ACEA SH/A2
Ambient temperature range -20°C➞
Engine oil grade SAE 10W-40
Engine oil classification API/ACEA SH/A2
Ambient temperature range -15°C➞
Engine oil grade SAE 15W-40, 15W-50
Engine oil classification API/ACEA SH/A2
Ambient temperature range -10°C➞
Engine oil grade SAE 20W-40, 20W-50
Engine oil classification API/ACEA SH/A2
Engine with filter(s) litres 3.8
Other lubricants and capacities
Manual transmission oil grade SAE —
Gearbox oil grade
Manual transmission litres 1.9
Cooling system - total capacity litres 7.2
Brake fluid Type DOT 3/4
Power steering fluid Type Honda PAS
Power steering fluid litres 1.1

Brakes & wear limits

Brake disc thickness

Brake discs on the Honda Accord Aerodeck 2.0 (1993–1997) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 21 mm (ventilated) front and 8 mm rear.

Minimum disc thickness for replacement - ventilated Front21 mm
Minimum disc thickness for replacement Rear8 mm
Maximum drum diameter for replacement Rear221 mm

Brake disc and drum dimensions

Disc thickness variation Front0,015 mm
Disc thickness variation Rear0,015 mm
Disc runout Front0,10 mm
Disc runout Rear0,10 mm
Minimum pad thickness Front1,6 mm
Minimum pad thickness Rear1,6 mm
Minimum shoe thickness Rear2 mm
Parking brake travel No. of notches—

Service & electrical

Ignition timing

Basic ignition timing for the Honda Accord Aerodeck 2.0 (1993–1997) is 15°±2° BTDC at 770 rpm.

Idle speed
Ignition timing - basic BTDC °Engine/rpm15±2/770

Battery

The Honda Accord Aerodeck 2.0 (1993–1997) uses a 12 V, 47 Ah battery (reserve capacity 65 minutes).

Battery V/RC(Ah)12/65 (47)

Spark plugs

The Honda Accord Aerodeck 2.0 (1993–1997) uses NGK ZFR6F-11 spark plugs with a 1,1 mm electrode gap.

Spark plugs Original equipmentNGK
Spark plug TypeZFR6F-11
Electrode gap mm1,1
Spark plugs MakeAutolite
Spark plug TypeAPP3924
Electrode gap mm1,0
Spark plugs MakeBosch
Spark plug TypeFR7LCX
Electrode gap mm1,1
Spark plugs MakeChampion
Spark plug TypeRC9YCC4
Electrode gap mm1,1
Spark plugs MakeNGK
Spark plug TypeZFR6F-11
Electrode gap mm1,1

Tuning and emissions

Tuning conditions—
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Idle speed
Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpmECM Controlled
Idle speed rpm770±50
Fast idle speed - MT/AT rpm1400±200
Oil temperature °C80
CO level at idle speed - tailpipe (Cat) Vol. % CO0,2 Max Not adjustable
HC level at idle speed ppm100
CO2 level at idle speed Vol. % CO214,5-16
O2 level at idle speed Vol. % O20,1-0,5
Increased idle speed for CO test rpm2300-2700
CO content at increased idle speed Vol. %0,3
Lambda at increased idle λ0,97-1,03

Starting and charging

Starter motor MakeMitsuba
Starter motor Type1,4 kW
Maximum cranking amps A127-155
Alternator MakeNippon Denso
Alternator Type70A
Alternator output A/V/rpm50/13,5/2000
Regulated voltage V13,9-15,0

Service checks and adjustments

Compression pressure bar9,5-12,5
Oil pressure bar/rpm3,5/3000
Radiator cap bar0,95-1,25
Thermostat opens °C76-80
Drive belt tension - alternator/PAS/AC mm10-12/12,5-16

Fuel system

System pressure bar2,8-3,3
Engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor Ohm/°C200-300/80
Crankshaft position (CKP) sensor/engine speed (RPM) sensor Ohm260-500
Injector Ohm1,5-2,5
Lambda sensor (Oxygen) heater Ohm10,0-40,0

Tightening torques

Cylinder head bolt torque

The cylinder head bolts on the Honda Accord Aerodeck 2.0 (1993–1997) are tightened in 3 stages: 40 Nm, then 70 Nm, then a final 100 Nm.

Cylinder head
Renew boltsNo
Tighten40 Nm
Tighten70 Nm
Tighten100 Nm
Cylinder head instructions—
Other engine tightening torques
Main bearings Renew bolts/nutsNo
Main bearings Stage 138 Nm
Main bearings Stage 275 Nm
Big end bearings Renew bolts/nutsNo
Big end bearings Stage 116 Nm
Big end bearings Stage 232 Nm
Oil pump to cylinder block12 Nm
Sump bolts1)7 Nm 2)14 Nm
Sump drain bolt45 Nm
Flywheel/driveplate105 Nm/75 Nm
Clutch pressure plate26 Nm
Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt220 Nm
Camshaft sprocket/gear38 Nm
Camshaft carrier/cap—
Camshaft carrier caps
Camshaft/rocker cover10 Nm
Inlet manifold to cylinder head22 Nm
Exhaust manifold to cylinder head32 Nm
Spark plugs18 Nm
Lambda sensor (Oxygen)45 Nm
Chassis tightening torques
Front hub250 Nm
Rear hub185 Nm
Steering track rod end44 Nm
Brake disc to hub Front55 Nm
Brake caliper to carrier Front50 Nm
Brake caliper/carrier to hub Front110 Nm
Brake disc to hub Rear10 Nm
Brake caliper to carrier Rear27 Nm
Brake caliper/carrier to hub Rear39 Nm
ABS sensor Front22 Nm
ABS sensor Rear22 Nm
Road wheels108 Nm

Air conditioning

No. of AC service connectors2
Air conditioning restrictor typeExpansion valve
Compressor clutch/magnetic couplingYes
Compressor variable displacement solenoidNo
Air conditioning refrigerant TypeR134a
Air conditioning refrigerant quantity grams625±25
Air conditioning oil Type—
Oil type
Air conditioning oil quantity cm³160

Frequently asked questions

What is the firing order of the Honda Accord Aerodeck 2.0?

The firing order for the Honda Accord Aerodeck 2.0 (1993–1997) is 1-3-4-2.

What spark plugs does the Honda Accord Aerodeck 2.0 use?

The Honda Accord Aerodeck 2.0 (1993–1997) uses NGK ZFR6F-11 spark plugs with a 1,1 mm electrode gap.

How much oil does the Honda Accord Aerodeck 2.0 take?

The Honda Accord Aerodeck 2.0 (1993–1997) takes 3.8 litres of engine oil with the filter. See the reference table for the complete engine oil entries and their conditions.

What are the valve clearances for the Honda Accord Aerodeck 2.0?

Valve clearances for the Honda Accord Aerodeck 2.0 (1993–1997) are 0,23-0,28 mm inlet and 0,27-0,32 mm exhaust, measured cold.

What is the cylinder head torque for the Honda Accord Aerodeck 2.0?

The cylinder head bolts on the Honda Accord Aerodeck 2.0 (1993–1997) are tightened in 3 stages: 40 Nm, then 70 Nm, then a final 100 Nm.

What is the ignition timing for the Honda Accord Aerodeck 2.0?

Basic ignition timing for the Honda Accord Aerodeck 2.0 (1993–1997) is 15°±2° BTDC at 770 rpm.

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