2008-2010 Honda Accord BX2249 Installation Instructions

Posted on 20 May, 2012 by admin

Download Note : Due to the design of the removable tabs, the RangeFinder II tow bar can not be used. Adapters, except the BX8833 and BX88151, can not be used with this baseplate. The radiator cover, fascia, bumper and extension are removed for the baseplate installation. Drilling is required. Headlights are removed and replaced for installation. Some vehicles fascia’s may need trimming. The dimensional variations between otherwise identical vehicles can be considerable. While the baseplate was designed for easy installation, it may be necessary to tailor the baseplate slightly to compensate for auto manufactures’ tolerances. These minor adjustments may include fi ling a hole slightly, bending electrical rods or bending end plates.

Installation Instructions :
1. Remove eight push pins in order to remove the radiator cover. Do this to both sides of the vehicle. Set cover and push pins aside to be reinstalled later.
2. In the corner of the fascia, remove the Phillips screw. Do this to both sides of the vehicle. Set screw aside to be reinstalled later.
3. Underneath the fascia, remove ten push pins all the way around. Set push pins aside to be reinstalled later.
4. Pull the fascia out up to the blinker. Use a small fl at screw driver to pry down on each clip in the series of four in order to release the fascia. Pull the two eyelets up off the pins. Do this on both sides. Slide the fascia off, disconnect fog lights and set aside carefully to be reinstalled later.
5. On the driver’s side, use a 10MM socket to remove the two bolts holding the air baffle. Don’t remove the air baffle just pull it back out of the way. Set the bolts aside to be reinstalled later.
6. On the driver’s side, remove the push pin just forward of the front tire in the wheel well. Set the push pin aside to be reinstalled later.
7. Remove the headlight by removing the three bolts around it and unplug the electrical connections. Do this on both sides. Set the bolts and headlights aside to be reinstalled later.
8. Behind the bumper, disconnect the temperature sensor by pulling the cable out before taking the bumper off.
9. Using a 12MM socket remove the four metric bolts holding the metal bumper and extension. This is done to both sides. Pull the metal bumper forward and set carefully aside to be reinstalled later.
10. Using the Phillips screw driver, remove the three Phillips screws to take the fog light bracket off the back of the fascia (white arrows). Continue to remove three additional screws to take the bulb housing off. Do this on both sides. Set the screws aside to be reinstalled shortly.
11. Cut the fog light bracket on the white line. Replace the housing to the bracket and reattach back to the fascia. Do this on both sides.
12. With the vehicle on a level surface, slide the baseplate up and in. The top of the baseplate should be fl ush with the frame offset and 7/8″ down from the frame ledge. Be sure the baseplate is level with respect to the vehicle frame. Clamp with the large vise grip. Drill one hole (white arrow) with a 3/8″ drill bit, using the baseplate as a template. Be sure the washer reservoir hole (gray arrow) lines up. Insert 3/8-16 x 1 1/4″ bolt and 3/8″ lock washer with 3/8-16 nut plate attached inside the frame. Be sure to use Loctite Red on all the bolts. Drill the remaining three holes. Do this on both sides.

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Honda Civic/Acura Integra Short Shifter Installation

Posted on 20 May, 2012 by admin

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1. Raise the vehicle. Use ramps or a jack and jack stands. NEVER work under a vehicle that is supported by the jack.
2. Remove the stock shift knob from inside the vehicle by twisting it counterclockwise.
3. Underneath the car, remove the bolt that attaches the shifter to the shift rod. Move the shift rod out of the way.
4. Remove the two locknuts and the shift ball holder plate. Pull the stock shifter out taking care to not damage the shift boot inside the car.
5. Inspect the shifter ball seat (plastic piece) and replace if worn or damaged.
6. Rub a small amount of white lithium or synthetic grease around the ball of the JG Edelbrock shifter. Guide the shifter up into the assembly. Before pushing it all the way in, guide the threaded end through the shifter boot from inside the vehicle. Make sure that the shifter bend is pointed towards the driver.
7. For Integra’s, use the long (45.5 mm) pin and the thick and thin aluminum spacers for side clearance. Lubricate the distance pin with white lithium or synthetic grease.
8. For Civics, use the short (30.5mm) distance pin with the washers for side spacers. Lubricate the pin with white lithium or synthetic grease.
9. Re-install bolt and locking nut – torque to 16 ft-lbs.

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Toyota 5S-FE Turbocharger Installation

Posted on 19 May, 2012 by admin

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1. Identify each part listed in the parts list. Dry fit pieces to understand how they go together. Be sure all required parts (clamps, hoses, etc.) are included before starting.
2. Inspect engine for leaks, specifically oil and coolant. If any leaks are found, try to fix these before performing the installation.
3. Disconnect negative terminal from battery.
4. Drain coolant.
5. Drain engine oil. Keep drain plug handy for reuse later in step 10.a.
6. Remove air cleaner box. a. Remove air temp sensor from air cleaner box. b. Secure temp sensor to any convenient spot using wire tie. c. It just has to read ambient air temperature.
7. Remove exhaust manifold assembly. a. Remove the six bolts and manifold upper heat insulator. b. Remove O2 sensor. c. Remove the two bolts, two nuts and three way catalytic stay. d. Remove the six nuts, the exhaust manifold and catalytic converter assembly.
8. Install turbo oil feed. a. On the drivers side, front of the cylinder head is the oil pressure sensor. b. Remove the oil pressure sensor. c. Install the oil pressure tee, in place of the oil pressure sensor. d. Install the oil pressure sensor into the straight side of the oil pressure tee. Be sure to use a high temperature sealant such as RTV to seal the threads on the tee and oil pressure sensor. e. Test fit the intermediate pipe with the tee in place. Also, be sure the oxygen sensor connectors will fit before fully tightening the tee. f. Reconnect the oil pressure sensor wire.

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1997 Ford F150 Expedition Radio Replacement Instructions

Posted on 19 May, 2012 by admin

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1. The plastic dash panel surrounding the radio must be removed. This dash panel simply unsnaps by pulling. With your hands, grab one corner and pull until the plastic dash panel completely pulls away from the main body of the dash. The Ford radio is snapped into the vehicles dash. With the proper tool, known as Ford radio removal keys, the Ford radio can be pulled forward out of the dash. A clothes hanger can be used instead of actual Ford radio removal keys. Cut the clothes hanger and bend 2 pieces in a ‘U’ shape. For more information on how to remove the radio, see the diagram below.
2. Pull the radio from the dash. Unplug the antenna cable from the rear of the radio. Unplug the plastic wire harness connector from the rear of the radio. (Some Expeditions/Navigators may have a Ford amplifier in the vehicle.
3. Wiring The New Radio : Your Ford may have the Ford Premium Sound System installed in it from the factory. This means the speakers in the vehicle are actually powered by a Ford amplifier instead of the amplifier inside the radio (the amp is located away from the radios dash location). The “Wire New Radio” section will detail wiring for both standard Ford radios and the wiring for Premium Sound System radios. The only way to tell the difference between a standard Ford radio and the Ford Premium Sound System is to pull the radio and look at the wire harness connectors plugged into the rear of the Ford factory radio. You will be able to see the 2 different sets of wire harnesses in the “Wire New Radio” section.
4. Mounting The Radio. Mount the kit to the opening in the dash. Once the radio installation kit is securely mounted to the opening in the dash, mount and secure the radio to the installation kit. Plug in the antenna cable into the rear of the new radio. Make sure all wiring for the new radio has been completed and connect any connectors to the new radio now. Reattach the plastic dash panel that surrounds the radio.

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1997-2003 Ford F-150 Super Rail Mounting Bracket Installation

Posted on 18 May, 2012 by admin

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1. Mount the rear driver side Mounting Bracket onto the truck frame, using the existing holes ahead of the spring mounting bracket. Attach by using the 5/8″ x 1 1/2″ bolts provided. The bolt holes are identified as “R” in Figure 1 above. Tighten sufficiently to hold the bracket tight against the frame.
2. Drill a 1/16″ pilot hole in the truck bed over this bracket at the mark you made during the truck bed layout. The bit should come down through the Post Holder of the Mounting Bracket, centered front to rear and side to side.
3. If the first pilot hole is off center (front to rear) to the post holder, adjust the Mounting Bracket to obtain center. If the pilot hole is off center (side to side) adjust the drill placement and re-drill.
4. Install the rear Mounting Bracket on the passenger side. Attach by using the 5/8″ x 1 1/2″ bolts provided, in a similar fashion as in Step 1.
5. Drill a 1/16″ pilot hole in the truck bed over this bracket at the mark you made during the truck bed layout. The bit should come down through the Post Holder of the Mounting Bracket, centered front to rear and side to side. Adjust the Mounting Bracket to obtain front to back centering.
6. Drill the front two truck bed pilot holes.
7. Place the front Mounting Brackets up against the frame, making sure the pilot holes align with the center of the Mounting Bracket.
8. Remove all four Mounting brackets, and return to the General Instructions on page 6, and continue with ‘Drilling the Bed’ .

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