jhf2005

I Spun a rod bearing and need to remove my engine. My bearings in my transmission need to be replaced because the whine while i drive.. So im in a big project.. I am stuck on removing the starter bolts.. The top bolt IS TOUGH!!! any help besides a long extension.. i can barely even see it and cant put my fingers on it either..

ahrmike

did you remove your intake?

9MMSWORD

Intake removal will help, but Im a honda tech andall of us here use a long extension and "feel skills"

P.s. If your just removing the trans, leave the extension and socket on the bolt.

Billman250

put a penlight between the 3rd and 4th intake runner.

Put your eyes between the 2nd and 3rd intake runner, you'll see it clear as day.

Use a 3/8 drive 14mm swivel, and 24" extension.

Be SUPER carefull. do not force the extension against any wires or hoses, or you will instantly break the knock sensor.

Vyndictive

Removing the alternator can give you some more room and a better shot at the bolt.

jhf2005

holly moly!! well i am removing both motor and transmission for repair. i have intake, alternator, compressor. i am on step 13 in service manual for transmission removal. this starter has taken me over an hr to even attempt. the upper support bolt is a tricky lil bugger!! so a 24" extension with swivel will do the trick? i'll give that a try

Billman250

Removing the alt will help. You have to anyway, to get to the two upper AC compressor bolts.

For trans removal...do NOT remove the black bracket on the back of the engine that holds the wiring. just unclip the main harness in 2 spots under the brake master cylinder to give it slack. They are navy blue.

SgtB

The bolt is red on my '01. It may help you spot it.