Honda2006–2010Technical specifications

Legend 3.5: Technical specifications

Workshop data for the 3.5-litre petrol (engine code J35A8). 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 (J35A8) to the vehicle before ordering parts or applying these figures.

Vehicle specifications

Overview

Make
Honda
Model
Legend
Years
2006–2010
Fuel
Petrol
Engine code
J35A8

Performance & efficiency

Power
217 kW (295 hp)
Engine size
2,471 cc
Cylinders
6 · OHC
Compression ratio
11.0:1
Fuel system
Honda

Fluids & capacities

Engine oil (with the filter)
4.3 litres
All 103 specifications below

Engine & identification

Vehicle identification

No. of cylinders Type6/OHC
Capacity (Fiscal) cc2471
Compression ratio :111,0
Suitable for unleaded petrolYes
Minimum octane rating RON95
Ignition system MakeHonda
Ignition system TypePGM-FI
Ignition system DescriptionMap-DI
Trigger locationCam/Crankshaft
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

Firing order

The firing order for the Honda Legend 3.5 (2006–2010) is 1-4-2-5-3-6.

Firing order1-4-2-5-3-6

Valve clearances

Valve clearances for the Honda Legend 3.5 (2006–2010) are 0,20-0,24 mm inlet and 0,28-0,32 mm exhaust, measured cold.

Valve clearance - INLET mm0,20-0,24 cold
Valve clearance - EXHAUST mm0,28-0,32 cold

Engine oil & fluids

Engine oil

The Honda Legend 3.5 (2006–2010) takes 4.3 litres of engine oil with the filter.

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

Transfer box

The transfer box has a listed capacity of 0.43 litres. The specified oil is SAE 90W, with classification GL-4/5.

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 All temperatures
Engine oil grade SAE 0W-30, 0W-40 Synthetic
Engine oil classification API/ACEA SL/A1, A3, A5
Ambient temperature range All temperatures
Engine oil grade SAE 5W-30, 5W-40 Synthetic
Engine oil classification API/ACEA SL/A1, A3, A5
Ambient temperature range -20°C➞
Engine oil grade SAE 10W-30, 10W-40 Synthetic
Engine oil classification API/ACEA SL/A1, A3, A5
Engine with filter(s) litres 4.3
Other lubricants and capacities
Automatic transmission fluid Type Honda ATF-Z1
Automatic transmission (drain & refill) litres 2.7
Automatic transmission - drain and refill
Automatic transmission (dry fill) litres 7.2
Differential oil grade - rear SAE Honda ATF-Z1
Differential rear litres —
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Differential rear
Transfer box oil grade SAE 90W
Transfer box oil grade
Transfer box oil classification GL-4/5
Transfer box litres 0.43
Coolant Type Honda all season type 2
Cooling system - total capacity litres 8.6
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 Legend 3.5 (2006–2010) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 28 mm (ventilated) front and 14 mm rear.

Minimum disc thickness for replacement - ventilated Front28 mm
Minimum disc thickness for replacement Rear14 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
Parking brake travel No. of notches5-6

Service & electrical

Tuning and emissions

Ignition timing - basic BTDC °Engine/rpm10±2/680 Not adjustable
Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpmECM Controlled
Idle speed rpm680±50 Not adjustable
Oil temperature °C80
CO level at idle speed - tailpipe 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 rpm2250-2750
CO content at increased idle speed Vol. %0,2
Lambda at increased idle λ0,97-1,03

Starting and charging

Battery V/RC(Ah)12

Service checks and adjustments

Compression pressure bar9,3 Min
Oil pressure bar/rpm4,9/3000
Radiator cap bar0,93-1,23
Thermostat opens °C76-80

Fuel system

System pressure bar3,8-4,3

Spark plugs

Spark plugs Original equipmentDenso
Spark plug TypeSKJ20DR-M11
Electrode gap mm1,0-1,1
Spark plugs MakeNGK
Spark plug TypeIZFR6K11
Electrode gap mm1,0-1,1

Tightening torques

Cylinder head instructions—
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Other engine tightening torques
Sump drain bolt39 Nm
Flywheel/driveplate74 Nm
Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt64 Nm+60°
Camshaft sprocket/gear90 Nm
Camshaft/rocker cover12 Nm
Spark plugs27 Nm
Oil filter12 Nm
Chassis tightening torques
Front hub329 Nm
Front hub - wheel bearing housing bolts98 Nm
Rear hub245 Nm
Rear hub - wheel bearing housing bolts98 Nm
Steering track rod end59 Nm
Brake disc to hub Front10 Nm
Brake caliper/carrier to hub Front78 Nm
Brake disc to hub Rear10 Nm
Brake caliper to carrier Rear23 Nm
Brake caliper/carrier to hub Rear108 Nm
ABS sensor Front10 Nm
ABS sensor Rear10 Nm
Road wheels127 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 grams475±25
Air conditioning oil groupPAG
Air conditioning oil TypeDens Oil 8
Air conditioning oil quantity cm³120
Air conditioning oil viscosity ISO46

Frequently asked questions

What is the firing order of the Honda Legend 3.5?

The firing order for the Honda Legend 3.5 (2006–2010) is 1-4-2-5-3-6.

How much oil does the Honda Legend 3.5 take?

The Honda Legend 3.5 (2006–2010) takes 4.3 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 Legend 3.5?

Valve clearances for the Honda Legend 3.5 (2006–2010) are 0,20-0,24 mm inlet and 0,28-0,32 mm exhaust, measured cold.

What is the minimum brake disc thickness for the Honda Legend 3.5?

Brake discs on the Honda Legend 3.5 (2006–2010) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 28 mm (ventilated) front and 14 mm rear.

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