Honda1996–1998Technical specifications

Accord 2.0 TDI: Technical specifications

Workshop data for the 2-litre diesel (engine code 20T2N). 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 (20T2N) to the vehicle before ordering parts or applying these figures.

Vehicle specifications

Overview

Make: Honda
Model: Accord
Years: 1996–1998
Fuel: Diesel
Engine code: 20T2N

Performance & efficiency

Power: 77 kW (105 hp)
Engine size: 1,994 cc
Cylinders: 4 · OHC
Compression ratio: 19.5:1

Fluids & capacities

Engine oil (with the filter): 5.0 litres

All 109 specifications below

Engine & identification

Vehicle identification

No. of cylinders Type	4/OHC
Capacity cc	1994
Compression ratio :1	19,5

Injection system

Fuel/injection pump assembly Make	Bosch
Fuel/injection pump assembly Type	L 580
Pump type	Rotary
Injector nozzle Make	Bosch
Nozzle and holder assembly Part No.	KBAL 70P45
Nozzle and holder assembly Part No.	KBAL 70P46
Nozzle opening pressure - new/used bar	1)200 2)320

Injection sequence

The injection sequence for the Honda Accord 2.0 TDI (1996–1998) is 1-3-4-2.

Injection sequence	1-3-4-2

Valve clearances

Valve clearances on the Honda Accord 2.0 TDI (1996–1998) are hydraulic — they self-adjust, so no manual clearance figure applies.

Valve clearance - INLET mm	Hydraulic
Valve clearance - EXHAUST mm	Hydraulic

Engine oil & fluids

Engine oil

The Honda Accord 2.0 TDI (1996–1998) takes 5.0 litres of engine oil with the filter.

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

Manual gearbox

The manual gearbox has a listed capacity of 2.2 litres. The specified oil is SAE 10W-40.

Coolant

The listed total cooling-system capacity is 7.0 litres.

Grades, filling conditions and capacities

Lubricants and capacities — complete reference
Engine oil options
Ambient temperature range	➞-10°C
Engine oil grade SAE	5W-20, 5W-30, 5W-40
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	CF/B1, B3, B5
Ambient temperature range	All temperatures
Engine oil grade SAE	5W-50
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	CF/B1, B3, B5
Ambient temperature range	-20°C➞20°C
Engine oil grade SAE	10W-30
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	CF/B1, B3, B5
Ambient temperature range	-20°C➞
Engine oil grade SAE	10W-40, 10W-50
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	CF/B1, B3, B5
Ambient temperature range	0°C➞
Engine oil grade SAE	15W-40, 20W-40, 20W-50
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	CF/B1, B3, B5
Engine with filter(s) litres	5.0
Other lubricants and capacities
Manual transmission oil grade SAE	10W-40
Manual transmission litres	2.2
Cooling system - total capacity litres	7.0
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 2.0 TDI (1996–1998) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 21 mm (ventilated) front and 8 mm rear.

Minimum disc thickness for replacement - ventilated Front	21 mm
Minimum disc thickness for replacement Rear	8 mm

Brake disc and drum dimensions

Disc thickness variation Front	0,015 mm
Disc thickness variation Rear	0,015 mm
Disc runout Front	0,10 mm
Disc runout Rear	0,10 mm
Minimum pad thickness Front	3 mm
Minimum pad thickness Rear	3 mm
Parking brake travel No. of notches	7-11

Service & electrical

Battery

The Honda Accord 2.0 TDI (1996–1998) uses a 12 V, 75 Ah battery (reserve capacity 135 minutes).

Battery V/RC(Ah)	12/135 (75)

Glow plugs

Glow plugs for the Honda Accord 2.0 TDI (1996–1998): Beru 0 100 226 184 and Bosch 0 250 202 025.

Glow plug - part no. Beru	0 100 226 184
Glow plug - part no. Bosch	0 250 202 025

Tuning and emissions

Adjusting method Engine/Pump	Special Tool/Special Tool
Idle speed rpm	805±50
Rated no load speed rpm	5150-5450
Oil temperature °C	70
Idle speed - for smoke test rpm	600-1000
Governed speed range - for smoke test rpm	5150-5450
Maximum time at governed speed secs	1,0
Test mode A/B	A
Probe type 1/2	1
Smoke opacity - EU limit m-1 (%)	3,00 (73)
Smoke opacity - homologation value m-1 (%)	2,50 (66)

Starting and charging

Alternator output A/V/rpm	80/-

Service checks and adjustments

Oil pressure bar/rpm	3,8/3000
Radiator cap bar	1,10
Thermostat opens °C	82

Tightening torques

Cylinder head bolt torque

The cylinder head bolts on the Honda Accord 2.0 TDI (1996–1998) are tightened in 5 stages: 30 Nm, then 30 Nm, then 65 Nm, then 90°, then a final 90°.

Cylinder head
Maximum bolt length	243,4 mm
Tighten	30 Nm
Tighten	30 Nm
Tighten	65 Nm
Tighten	90°
Tighten	90°

Other engine tightening torques
Cylinder head instructions	—
Main bearings Renew bolts/nuts	No
Main bearings Stage 1	56 Nm
Main bearings Stage 2	112 Nm
Big end bearings Renew bolts/nuts	No
Big end bearings Stage 1	24 Nm
Big end bearings Stage 2	48 Nm
Oil pump to cylinder block	—
Sump bolts	1)10 Nm 2)25 Nm
Sump drain bolt	25 Nm
Flywheel/driveplate	15 Nm+90°
Clutch pressure plate	26 Nm
Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt	63 Nm+90°
Camshaft sprocket/gear	20 Nm+90°
Camshaft carrier/cap	11 Nm
Camshaft/rocker cover	12 Nm
Inlet manifold to cylinder head	25 Nm
Exhaust manifold to cylinder head	25 Nm
Injector/clamp	25 Nm
Injector pipe unions	20 Nm
Fuel/injection pump sprocket/gear	60 Nm
Fuel/injection pump flange	25 Nm
Fuel/injection pump mounting	25 Nm
Glow plugs	20 Nm
Chassis tightening torques
Front hub	250 Nm
Rear hub	185 Nm
Steering track rod end	45 Nm
Brake caliper to carrier Front	50 Nm
Brake caliper/carrier to hub Front	110 Nm
Brake caliper to carrier Rear	27 Nm
Brake caliper/carrier to hub Rear	39 Nm
ABS sensor Front	22 Nm
ABS sensor Rear	22 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	—
Air conditioning oil group	PAG
Air conditioning oil Type	SP10
Air conditioning oil quantity cm³	135
Air conditioning oil viscosity ISO	46

Frequently asked questions

What is the injection sequence of the Honda Accord 2.0 TDI?

The injection sequence for the Honda Accord 2.0 TDI (1996–1998) is 1-3-4-2.

What glow plugs does the Honda Accord 2.0 TDI use?

Glow plugs for the Honda Accord 2.0 TDI (1996–1998): Beru 0 100 226 184 and Bosch 0 250 202 025.

How much oil does the Honda Accord 2.0 TDI take?

The Honda Accord 2.0 TDI (1996–1998) takes 5.0 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 2.0 TDI?

Valve clearances on the Honda Accord 2.0 TDI (1996–1998) are hydraulic — they self-adjust, so no manual clearance figure applies.

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

The cylinder head bolts on the Honda Accord 2.0 TDI (1996–1998) are tightened in 5 stages: 30 Nm, then 30 Nm, then 65 Nm, then 90°, then a final 90°.

What is the minimum brake disc thickness for the Honda Accord 2.0 TDI?

Brake discs on the Honda Accord 2.0 TDI (1996–1998) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 21 mm (ventilated) front and 8 mm rear.