Honda2006–2011Technical specifications

Civic 2.2 i-CTDi: Technical specifications

Workshop data for the 2.2-litre diesel (engine code N22A2). 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 (N22A2) to the vehicle before ordering parts or applying these figures.

Vehicle specifications

Overview

Make: Honda
Model: Civic
Years: 2006–2011
Fuel: Diesel
Engine code: N22A2

Performance & efficiency

Power: 103 kW (140 hp)
Engine size: 2,204 cc
Cylinders: 4 · DOHC
Compression ratio: 16.7:1
Fuel system: Bosch

Fluids & capacities

Engine oil (with the filter): 5.9 litres

All 97 specifications below

Engine & identification

Vehicle identification

No. of cylinders Type	4/DOHC
Capacity cc	2204
Compression ratio :1	16,7
Fuel system Make	Bosch
Fuel system Type	EDC 16 C

Injection system

Air metering Type	Mass
Fuel/injection pump assembly Make	Bosch
Pump type	Common rail

Injection sequence

The injection sequence for the Honda Civic 2.2 i-CTDi (2006–2011) is 1-3-4-2.

Injection sequence	1-3-4-2

Valve clearances

Valve clearances on the Honda Civic 2.2 i-CTDi (2006–2011) 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 Civic 2.2 i-CTDi (2006–2011) takes 5.9 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.

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

Coolant

The listed total cooling-system capacity is 6.8 litres.

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	All temperatures
Engine oil grade SAE	0W-30 Synthetic
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	/A5, B5
Engine with filter(s) litres	5.9
Other lubricants and capacities
Manual transmission oil grade SAE	Honda MTF
Manual transmission litres	2.2
Coolant Type	Honda all season type 2
Cooling system - total capacity litres	6.8
Brake fluid Type	DOT 3/4

Brakes & wear limits

Brake disc thickness

Brake discs on the Honda Civic 2.2 i-CTDi (2006–2011) 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	1,6 mm
Minimum pad thickness Rear	1,6 mm

Service & electrical

Battery

The Honda Civic 2.2 i-CTDi (2006–2011) uses a 12 V, 59 Ah battery.

Battery V/RC(Ah)	12 (59)

Tuning and emissions

Idle speed rpm	850±50
Rated no load speed rpm	4800-5100
Oil temperature °C	80
Idle speed - for smoke test rpm	770-990
Governed speed range - for smoke test rpm	4800-5100
Maximum time at governed speed secs	1,8
Test mode A/B	B
Probe type 1/2	1
Conditioning Accelerations/rpm	/3000
Smoke opacity - EU limit m-1 (%)	3,00 (73)
Smoke opacity - homologation value m-1 (%)	1,50 (48)

Starting and charging

Alternator output A/V/rpm	105/15/-

Service checks and adjustments

Compression pressure bar	24,0 Min
Oil pressure bar/rpm	4,0/3000
Radiator cap bar	1,10-1,50
Thermostat opens °C	76-80

Tightening torques

Other engine tightening torques
Cylinder head instructions	—
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Main bearings Renew bolts/nuts	No
Main bearings Stage 1	29 Nm
Main bearings Stage 2	58°
Big end bearings Renew bolts/nuts	Yes
Big end bearings Stage 1	20 Nm
Big end bearings Stage 2	90°
Oil pump to cylinder block	44 Nm
Sump bolts	12 Nm
Sump drain bolt	39 Nm
Flywheel/driveplate	118 Nm
Clutch pressure plate	25 Nm
Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt	29 Nm+90°
Camshaft sprocket/gear	—
Camshaft carrier/cap	12 Nm M8=22 Nm
Camshaft/rocker cover	10 Nm
Inlet manifold to cylinder head	22 Nm
Exhaust manifold to cylinder head	44 Nm
Exhaust downpipe to manifold	22 Nm
Water pump	12 Nm
Injector/clamp	5 Nm+90°
Injector pipe unions	27 Nm
Fuel/injection pump mounting	22 Nm
Glow plugs	18 Nm
Crankshaft position (CKP) sensor/engine speed (RPM) sensor	12 Nm
Camshaft position (CMP) sensor	12 Nm
Engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor	22 Nm
Engine oil pressure switch	18 Nm
Oil filter	25 Nm
Engine upper cover	12 Nm
Chassis tightening torques
Front hub	250 Nm
Rear hub	181 Nm
Steering wheel	39 Nm
Steering rack/box mounting	60 Nm
Steering track rod end	60 Nm
Brake disc to hub Front	10 Nm
Brake caliper to carrier Front	35 Nm
Brake caliper/carrier to hub Front	108 Nm
Brake disc to hub Rear	10 Nm
Brake caliper to carrier Rear	35 Nm
Brake caliper/carrier to hub Rear	55 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	465±25
Air conditioning oil group	PAG
Air conditioning oil Type	SP10
Air conditioning oil quantity cm³	85±5
Air conditioning oil viscosity ISO	46

Frequently asked questions

What is the injection sequence of the Honda Civic 2.2 i-CTDi?

The injection sequence for the Honda Civic 2.2 i-CTDi (2006–2011) is 1-3-4-2.

How much oil does the Honda Civic 2.2 i-CTDi take?

The Honda Civic 2.2 i-CTDi (2006–2011) takes 5.9 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 2.2 i-CTDi?

Valve clearances on the Honda Civic 2.2 i-CTDi (2006–2011) are hydraulic — they self-adjust, so no manual clearance figure applies.

What is the minimum brake disc thickness for the Honda Civic 2.2 i-CTDi?

Brake discs on the Honda Civic 2.2 i-CTDi (2006–2011) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 21 mm (ventilated) front and 8 mm rear.

What battery does the Honda Civic 2.2 i-CTDi use?

The Honda Civic 2.2 i-CTDi (2006–2011) uses a 12 V, 59 Ah battery.