Engine & identification
Vehicle identification
| No. of cylinders Type | 4/OHC |
|---|---|
| Capacity (Fiscal) cc | 1590 |
| Compression ratio :1 | 9,6 |
| Suitable for unleaded petrol | Yes |
| Minimum octane rating RON | 95 |
| Ignition system Make | Honda |
| Ignition system Description | Map-DIS |
| Trigger location | Crankshaft |
| Fuel system Make | Honda |
| Fuel system Type | PGM-FI |
| Fuel system Description | MFI-s |
| Air metering Type | MAP |
| Combined ignition and fuel ECM | Yes |
| Diagnostic socket | Yes |
Ignition system
| Ignition coil supply voltage + with ballast V | 12,0 |
|---|---|
| Primary resistance Ohm | 0,45-0,55 |
| Secondary resistance Ohm | 12000-14600 |
Firing order
The firing order for the Honda Accord 1.6 (1999–2003) is 1-4-2-3.
| Firing order | 1-4-2-3 |
|---|
Valve clearances
Valve clearances for the Honda Accord 1.6 (1999–2003) are 0,18-0,22 mm inlet and 0,23-0,27 mm exhaust, measured cold.
| Valve clearance - INLET mm | 0,18-0,22 cold |
|---|---|
| Valve clearance - EXHAUST mm | 0,23-0,27 cold |
Engine oil & fluids
Engine oil
The Honda Accord 1.6 (1999–2003) takes 3.6 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
| Engine oil options | |
|---|---|
| Ambient temperature range | ➞35°C |
| Engine oil grade SAE | 5W-30 |
| Engine oil classification API/ACEA | SJ/A2 |
| Ambient temperature range | -20°C➞ |
| Engine oil grade SAE | 10W-30 |
| Engine oil classification API/ACEA | SJ/A2 |
| Ambient temperature range | -20°C➞ |
| Engine oil grade SAE | 10W-40 |
| Engine oil classification API/ACEA | SJ/A2 |
| Ambient temperature range | -15°C➞ |
| Engine oil grade SAE | 15W-40, 15W-50 |
| Engine oil classification API/ACEA | SJ/A2 |
| Ambient temperature range | -10°C➞ |
| Engine oil grade SAE | 20W-40, 20W-50 |
| Engine oil classification API/ACEA | SJ/A2 |
| Engine with filter(s) litres | 3.6 |
| Other lubricants and capacities | |
| Manual transmission oil grade SAE | — |
| Gearbox oil grade | |
| Manual transmission litres | 1.8 |
| Cooling system - total capacity litres | 3.9 |
Brakes & wear limits
Brake disc thickness
Brake discs on the Honda Accord 1.6 (1999–2003) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 21 mm (ventilated) front; the rear brake drums are replaced at a maximum diameter of 229,6 mm.
| Minimum disc thickness for replacement - ventilated Front | 21 mm |
|---|---|
| Maximum drum diameter for replacement Rear | 229,6 mm |
Brake disc and drum dimensions
| Disc thickness variation Front | 0,015 mm |
|---|---|
| Disc runout Front | 0,10 mm |
| Minimum pad thickness Front | 1,6 mm |
| Minimum shoe thickness Rear | 2 mm |
| Parking brake travel No. of notches | 6-9 |
Service & electrical
Battery
The Honda Accord 1.6 (1999–2003) uses a 12 V, 47 Ah battery.
| Battery V/RC(Ah) | 12 (47) |
|---|
Tuning and emissions
| Tuning conditions | — |
|---|---|
| Ignition timing | |
| Ignition timing - basic BTDC °Engine/rpm | 12±2/750 Not adjustable |
| Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm | ECM Controlled |
| Idle speed rpm | 750±50 Not adjustable |
| Oil temperature °C | 80 |
| CO level at idle speed - tailpipe Vol. % CO | 0,1 Max Not adjustable |
| HC level at idle speed ppm | 100 |
| CO2 level at idle speed Vol. % CO2 | 14,5-16 |
| O2 level at idle speed Vol. % O2 | 0,1-0,5 |
| Increased idle speed for CO test rpm | 2300-2700 |
| CO content at increased idle speed Vol. % | 0,3 |
| Lambda at increased idle λ | 0,97-1,03 |
Starting and charging
| Maximum cranking amps A | 127-155 |
|---|---|
| Alternator output A/V/rpm | 85/13,5/2000 |
Service checks and adjustments
| Compression pressure bar | 9,3-12,7 |
|---|---|
| Oil pressure bar/rpm | 3,5/3000 |
| Radiator cap bar | 0,93-1,23 |
| Thermostat opens °C | 76-80 |
Fuel system
| System pressure bar | 2,8-3,3 |
|---|---|
| Engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor Ohm/°C | 300-400/80 |
| Crankshaft position (CKP) sensor/engine speed (RPM) sensor Ohm | 1850-2450 |
| Injector Ohm | 13,8-15,3 |
| Idle air control (IAC) valve/idle speed control (ISC) actuator Ohm | 10,0-22,0 |
| Lambda sensor (Oxygen) heater Ohm | 2,0-20,0 |
Spark plugs
| Spark plugs Original equipment | Denso |
|---|---|
| Spark plug Type | KJ16CR-L11 |
| Electrode gap mm | 1,0-1,1 |
| Spark plugs Make | NGK |
| Spark plug Type | ZFR5F-11 |
| Electrode gap mm | 1,0-1,1 |
Tightening torques
Cylinder head bolt torque
The cylinder head bolts on the Honda Accord 1.6 (1999–2003) are tightened in 4 stages: 20 Nm, then 49 Nm, then 67 Nm, then a final 67 Nm.
| Cylinder head | |
|---|---|
| Renew bolts | No |
| Tighten | 20 Nm |
| Tighten | 49 Nm |
| Tighten | 67 Nm |
| Tighten | 67 Nm |
| Cylinder head instructions | — |
|---|---|
| Other engine tightening torques | |
| Main bearings Renew bolts/nuts | No |
| Main bearings Stage 1 | 25 Nm |
| Main bearings Stage 2 | 51 Nm |
| Big end bearings Renew bolts/nuts | No |
| Big end bearings Stage 1 | 15 Nm |
| Big end bearings Stage 2 | 31 Nm |
| Oil pump to cylinder block | 11 Nm |
| Sump bolts | 1)6 Nm 2)12 Nm |
| Sump drain bolt | 44 Nm |
| Flywheel/driveplate | 118 Nm |
| Clutch pressure plate | 25 Nm |
| Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt | 20 Nm+90° |
| Camshaft sprocket/gear | 37 Nm |
| Camshaft carrier/cap | — |
| Camshaft carrier/cap | |
| Camshaft/rocker cover | 10 Nm |
| Inlet manifold to cylinder head | 23 Nm |
| Exhaust manifold to cylinder head | 31 Nm |
| Spark plugs | 18 Nm |
| Lambda sensor (Oxygen) | 44 Nm |
| Chassis tightening torques | |
| Front hub | — |
| Front hub | |
| Rear hub | 181 Nm |
| Steering track rod end | 43 Nm |
| Brake disc to hub Front | 9 Nm |
| Brake caliper to carrier Front | 27 Nm |
| Brake caliper/carrier to hub Front | 108 Nm |
| Back plate to hub Rear | 54 Nm |
| ABS sensor Front | 10 Nm |
| ABS sensor Rear | 10 Nm |
| Road wheels | 108 Nm |
Air conditioning
| No. of AC service connectors | 2 |
|---|---|
| Air conditioning restrictor type | Expansion valve |
| Compressor clutch/magnetic coupling | Yes |
| Compressor variable displacement solenoid | No |
| Air conditioning refrigerant Type | R134a |
| Air conditioning refrigerant quantity grams | 525±25 |
| Air conditioning oil Type | — |
| Oil type | |
| Air conditioning oil quantity cm³ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the firing order of the Honda Accord 1.6?
The firing order for the Honda Accord 1.6 (1999–2003) is 1-4-2-3.
How much oil does the Honda Accord 1.6 take?
The Honda Accord 1.6 (1999–2003) takes 3.6 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 1.6?
Valve clearances for the Honda Accord 1.6 (1999–2003) are 0,18-0,22 mm inlet and 0,23-0,27 mm exhaust, measured cold.
What is the cylinder head torque for the Honda Accord 1.6?
The cylinder head bolts on the Honda Accord 1.6 (1999–2003) are tightened in 4 stages: 20 Nm, then 49 Nm, then 67 Nm, then a final 67 Nm.
What is the minimum brake disc thickness for the Honda Accord 1.6?
Brake discs on the Honda Accord 1.6 (1999–2003) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 21 mm (ventilated) front; the rear brake drums are replaced at a maximum diameter of 229,6 mm.
What battery does the Honda Accord 1.6 use?
The Honda Accord 1.6 (1999–2003) uses a 12 V, 47 Ah battery.