Honda1997–1998Technical specifications

Civic Aerodeck 1.6: Technical specifications

Workshop data for the 1.6-litre petrol (engine code D16B2). 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 (D16B2) to the vehicle before ordering parts or applying these figures.

Vehicle specifications

Overview

Make
Honda
Model
Civic Aerodeck
Years
1997–1998
Fuel
Petrol
Engine code
D16B2

Performance & efficiency

Power
85 kW (116 hp)
Engine size
1,590 cc
Cylinders
4 · OHC
Compression ratio
9.6:1
Fuel system
Honda

Fluids & capacities

Engine oil (with the filter)
3.3 litres
All 131 specifications below

Engine & identification

Vehicle identification

No. of cylinders Type4/OHC
Capacity (Fiscal) cc1590
Compression ratio :19,6
Suitable for unleaded petrolYes
Minimum octane rating RON95
Ignition system MakeHonda
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 supply voltage + with ballast V12,0
Primary resistance Ohm0,5-0,6
Secondary resistance Ohm13000-20000

Firing order

The firing order for the Honda Civic Aerodeck 1.6 (1997–1998) is 1-3-4-2.

Firing order1-3-4-2

Valve clearances

Valve clearances for the Honda Civic Aerodeck 1.6 (1997–1998) are 0,18-0,22 mm inlet and 0,23-0,27 mm exhaust, measured cold.

Valve clearance - INLET mm0,18-0,22 cold
Valve clearance - EXHAUST mm0,23-0,27 cold

Engine oil & fluids

Engine oil

The Honda Civic Aerodeck 1.6 (1997–1998) takes 3.3 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 SJ/A2
Ambient temperature range -20°C➞35°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 3.3
Other lubricants and capacities
Manual transmission oil grade SAE —
Gearbox oil grade
Manual transmission litres 1.8
Automatic transmission fluid Type Dexron II
Automatic transmission (drain & refill) litres 2.7
Automatic transmission (dry fill) litres 5.9
Cooling system - total capacity litres 3.6
Brake fluid Type DOT 3
Power steering fluid Type Honda PAS
Power steering fluid litres 1.0

Brakes & wear limits

Brake disc thickness

Brake discs on the Honda Civic Aerodeck 1.6 (1997–1998) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 19 mm (ventilated) front and 8 mm rear.

Minimum disc thickness for replacement - ventilated Front19 mm
Minimum disc thickness for replacement Rear8 mm
Maximum drum diameter for replacement Rear204 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 notches6-10

Service & electrical

Ignition timing

Basic ignition timing for the Honda Civic Aerodeck 1.6 (1997–1998) is 16°±2° BTDC at 750 rpm.

Idle speed
Ignition timing - basic BTDC °Engine/rpm16±2/750

Battery

The Honda Civic Aerodeck 1.6 (1997–1998) uses a 12 V, 36 Ah battery (reserve capacity 60 minutes).

Battery V/RC(Ah)12/60 (36)

Spark plugs

The Honda Civic Aerodeck 1.6 (1997–1998) uses NGK ZFR5F-11 spark plugs with a 1,1 mm electrode gap.

Spark plugs Original equipmentNGK
Spark plug TypeZFR5F-11
Electrode gap mm1,1
Spark plugs MakeBosch
Spark plug TypeFR7DCX
Electrode gap mm1,1
Spark plugs MakeNGK
Spark plug TypeZFR5F-11
Electrode gap mm1,1

Tuning and emissions

Tuning conditions—
Idle speed
Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpmECM Controlled
Idle speed rpm750±50
Oil temperature °C80
CO level at idle speed - tailpipe Vol. % CO0,1 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 λ0,98-1,02

Starting and charging

Maximum cranking amps A97-119
Alternator output A/V/rpm50/13,5/2000

Service checks and adjustments

Compression pressure bar9,3-12,7
Oil pressure bar/rpm3,5/3000
Radiator cap bar0,93-1,23
Thermostat opens °C76-80

Fuel system

System pressure bar2,8-3,3
Regulated pressure with vacuum bar2,1-2,7
Engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor Ohm/°C200-400/80
Injector Ohm10,0-13,0
Idle air control (IAC) valve/idle speed control (ISC) actuator Ohm16,0-28,0
Lambda sensor (Oxygen) heater Ohm10,0-40,0

Tightening torques

Cylinder head bolt torque

The cylinder head bolts on the Honda Civic Aerodeck 1.6 (1997–1998) are tightened in 4 stages: 20 Nm, then 49 Nm, then 67 Nm, then a final 67 Nm.

Cylinder head
Renew boltsNo
Tighten20 Nm
Tighten49 Nm
Tighten67 Nm
Tighten67 Nm
Cylinder head instructions—
Other engine tightening torques
Main bearings Renew bolts/nutsNo
Main bearings Stage 125 Nm
Main bearings Stage 251 Nm
Big end bearings Renew bolts/nutsNo
Big end bearings Stage 116 Nm
Big end bearings Stage 231 Nm
Oil pump to cylinder block11 Nm
Sump bolts1)6 Nm 2)12 Nm
Sump drain bolt44 Nm
Flywheel/driveplate103 Nm/74 Nm
Clutch pressure plate25 Nm
Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt20 Nm+90°
Camshaft sprocket/gear37 Nm
Camshaft carrier/cap—
Camshaft carrier/cap
Camshaft/rocker cover10 Nm
Inlet manifold to cylinder head23 Nm
Exhaust manifold to cylinder head31 Nm
Spark plugs18 Nm
Lambda sensor (Oxygen)44 Nm
Chassis tightening torques
Front hub181 Nm
Rear hub181 Nm
Steering track rod end39-47 Nm
Brake disc to hub Front10 Nm
Brake caliper to carrier Front27 Nm
Brake caliper/carrier to hub Front108 Nm
Brake disc to hub Rear10 Nm
Brake caliper to carrier Rear26 Nm
Brake caliper/carrier to hub Rear55 Nm
Back plate to hub Rear64 Nm
ABS sensor Front10 Nm
ABS sensor Rear10 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 grams525±25
Air conditioning oil Type—
Oil type
Air conditioning oil quantity cm³—

Frequently asked questions

What is the firing order of the Honda Civic Aerodeck 1.6?

The firing order for the Honda Civic Aerodeck 1.6 (1997–1998) is 1-3-4-2.

What spark plugs does the Honda Civic Aerodeck 1.6 use?

The Honda Civic Aerodeck 1.6 (1997–1998) uses NGK ZFR5F-11 spark plugs with a 1,1 mm electrode gap.

How much oil does the Honda Civic Aerodeck 1.6 take?

The Honda Civic Aerodeck 1.6 (1997–1998) takes 3.3 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 Civic Aerodeck 1.6?

Valve clearances for the Honda Civic Aerodeck 1.6 (1997–1998) 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 Civic Aerodeck 1.6?

The cylinder head bolts on the Honda Civic Aerodeck 1.6 (1997–1998) are tightened in 4 stages: 20 Nm, then 49 Nm, then 67 Nm, then a final 67 Nm.

What is the ignition timing for the Honda Civic Aerodeck 1.6?

Basic ignition timing for the Honda Civic Aerodeck 1.6 (1997–1998) is 16°±2° BTDC at 750 rpm.

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