Bore Honing (A/T) - Acura NSX 1997 Service Manual

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Bore Honing (A/T)

NOTE: Only scored or scratched cylinder bores must be

Measure cylinder bores as shown on page 7-12. If

the block is to be reused, hone the cylinders and

remeasure the bores.

Hone cylinder bores with honing oil and a fine (400

grit) stone in a 60 degree cross-hatch pattern.

• Use only a rigid hone with 400 grit or finer stone

such as Sunnen, Ammco, or equivalent.

• Do not use stones that are worn or broken.

When honing is complete, thoroughly clean the

cylinder block of all metal particles. Wash the cylin-

der bores with hot soapy water, then dry and oil

them immediately to prevent rusting.

NOTE: Never use solvent, it will only redistribute

the grit on the cylinder walls.

If scoring or scratches are still present in cylinder

bores after honing to service limit, rebore the cylin-

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