Acura TSX / Honda Accord CL. Manual - part 423

Fig. 85: Removing The Pin From The Auto-Tensioner 

9. Check the chain case oil seal for damage. If the oil seal is damaged, replace the chain case oil seal (see 

CHAIN CASE OIL SEAL INSTALLATION ).  

10. Remove old liquid gasket from the chain case mating surfaces, bolts, and bolt holes.  

11. Clean and dry the chain case mating surfaces.  

12. Apply liquid gasket, P/N 08718-0009, evenly to the cylinder block mating surface of the chain case and 

to the inner threads of the holes. 

 

2004 Acura TSX 

2004 ENGINES 2.4L DOHC VTEC - TSX

  

 

Fig. 86: Applying Liquid Gasket 

 

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2004 ENGINES 2.4L DOHC VTEC - TSX

  

 

13. Apply liquid gasket to the cylinder block upper surface contact areas (A) on the chain case.  

14. Apply liquid gasket, P/N 08718-0009, evenly to the oil pan mating surface of the chain case and to the 

inner threads of the holes. 

Fig. 87: Applying Liquid Gasket 

15. Install the NEW O-ring (A) on the chain case. Set the edge of the chain case (B) to the edge of the oil pan 

(C), then install the chain case on the cylinder block (D). 

NOTE:

Do not install the parts if 4 minutes or more have elapsed since applying 
liquid gasket. Instead, reapply liquid gasket after removing the old residue.

NOTE:

When installing the chain case, do not slide the bottom surface on the oil 
pan mounting surface.

 

2004 Acura TSX 

2004 ENGINES 2.4L DOHC VTEC - TSX

  

 

Fig. 88: Installing The Chain Case 

 

2004 Acura TSX 

2004 ENGINES 2.4L DOHC VTEC - TSX