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Acura RSX S

Supercharger Kit

Installation Instruction

(2005-2006 models) Kit #350-029

INS-156

10.3.2006 VERSION:

4717 GOLDEN FOOTHILL BLVD • EL DORADO HILLS, CA 95762 • 916.933.1080 • FAX 916.939.9196 • www.comptechusa.com • M-F 8:00 AM—5:00 PM PST

Thank you for purchasing the Comptech Supercharger kit for the 2005-2006 Acura RSX Type S. All components

have been designed and manufactured utilizing the latest in technology and materials. Please take a moment to read this

instruction manual and warranty information page thoroughly before starting any work. Always work in a clean environment

and use the appropriate safety equipment and tools to avoid any potential damage or injuries. Comptech recommends the

use of a Genuine Honda Service Manual to supplement these instructions. All Comptech products are intended to be in-

stalled by a professional installer. Many stock parts are reused during installation. Do not damage or discard any pieces

during disassembly or installation. We recommend marking any hose or wire before disconnecting to avoid confusion during

reassembly.

Torque Specifications:

M5 = 3 ft-lbs

M6 = 6 ft-lbs

M8 = 16 ft-lbs

M10 = 31 ft-lbs

M12 = 54 ft-lbs

M14 = 87 ft-lbs

STEP #1 Remove ECU/Immobilizer & Ship to Comptech:

• Disconnect the negative side of the battery.

• Remove the lower dash board cover (A).

• Disconnect the wire plugs at the ECU.

• Remove the three ECU mounting bolts (B) and remove the ECU (C).

• Place the included sticker on the ECU and fill out all of the info.

Immobilizer Removal:

• Remove the steering column covers (2 self tapping screw & 1 washer screw)

• Remove the 2 screws holding the immobilizer control unit-receiver to the ignition key cylinder.

• Disconnect the 7 pin connector (A) and remove the unit (B).

• Send the ECU, immobilizer unit, and your key to HONDATA

using the supplied box (see Address to right).

Ship ECU to:

HONDATA

386 BEECH AVE.

UNIT B2

TORRANCE, CA 90501

Summary of content (16 pages)

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Acura RSX S Supercharger Kit Installation Instruction (2005-2006 models) Kit #350-029 4717 GOLDEN FOOTHILL BLVD • EL DORADO HILLS, CA 95762 • 916.933.1080 • FAX 916.939.9196 • www.comptechusa.com • M-F 8:00 AM—5:00 PM PST VERSION: INS-156 10.3.2006 Thank you for purchasing the Comptech Supercharger kit for the 2005-2006 Acura RSX Type S. All components have been designed and manufactured utilizing the latest in technology and materials.
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STEP #2 Remove Front Bumper: • Jack up and support the front of the car using jack stands. • Remove the front bumper being careful not to damage any of hardware because it will be reused. STEP #3 Prep to remove Manifold: • Make sure the engine is cool and remove the radiator cap. • Drain the cooling system by loosening the drain plug (A) at the bottom of the radiator. • Once all of the coolant is drained close the drain plug. STEP #4 Remove Cover & Disconnect Hoses: • Remove the intake manifold cover.
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STEP #6 Remove Throttle Body: • Disconnect the water bypass hoses, then plug the water bypass hoses. • Disconnect the MAP Sensor, IAC valve connector, TP sensor, and EVAP canister purge valve connector. • Remove the (2) M8 nuts and (2) M8 bolts holding the throttle body to the manifold. • Leaving the cables attached, carefully move the throttle body out of the way. Making sure not to bend or kink the cables.
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STEP #10 Remove Manifold supports: • From the bottom of the car remove the two M8 Bolts holding the supports to the manifold. • Remove the two M8 bolts holding the supports to the block and remove the supports. They will not be reused. STEP #11 Remove Stock Manifold: • Remove the (2) M8 nuts and (4) M8 flange bolts. • Use two M8 Nuts and remove the two studs from the cylinder head (A). • Remove the intake manifold (B) and gasket. Neither of these will be reused.
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STEP #14 Remove the Stock Tensioner: • Remove the (3) M8 bolts holding the auto tensioner to the engine and remove the tensioner. • Remove the tensioner pulley from the tensioner, the pulley will be reused. • The tensioner and the hardware will not be reused. STEP #15 Remove Alternator: • Disconnect the power wire (B) (M6 nut), harness connector (A) and the harness bracket (M4 nut) from the back of the alternator. • Remove the M8x105 and the (2) M8x45 bolts from the alternator.
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Step #18 Reinstall the Alternator: • Bend the A/C line towards the front of the car by pushing the line using your hand or a pry bar. Be very careful not to damage the A/C line. • Using the new M8x80 and the two new M8x40 flange bolts supplied in the kit, reinstall the alternator. • Check to make sure you have bent the A/C line enough (see picture). STEP #19 Remove the Water outlet: • Remove the (2) M6x20 water outlet mounting bolts.
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STEP #22 Main Manifold Installation: • The blower gets shipped already attached to the main manifold. Remove the (6) M8x20 bolts holding the blower plate to the manifold and separate the two. • Install the main manifold to the cylinder head using the supplied (5) M8x25 bolts, (2) M8x60 flange bolts, and heat insulation gasket. Use the supplied Loctite on the threads of all the bolts. Torque the manifold bolts to 20 ft-lbs. • Install the manifold brace to the manifold using the supplied M8x30 flange bolt.
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STEP #26 Blower Area Preparation: • Install the new PVC hose (5/16 x 30”) using the stock clamps removed in step #8. Run the hose out through the gap between the radiator and chassis for now, it will be connected in a later step. STEP #27 Blower Installation: • Make sure the (6) M8x20 flange bolts are in place before lowering the blower to the main manifold. • Install the blower on to the main manifold making sure to line up the roll pins already installed in the main manifold.
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STEP #30 Pulley Prep: • Using the stock steel pulley removed in step # 15. • Press the shorter supplied spacer on the closed side of the stock pulley. • Press the longer supplied spacer into the open side of the stock pulley. STEP #31 Install Fixed Idler Pulley: • Using the fixed idle plate and the supplied M10x55 bolt, install the pulley with the longer spacer facing away from the engine. There is also a small spacer that needs to go in between the tall spacer and the idle plate.
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STEP #33 Setting Belt Tension: • Tighten the adjusting bolt down until you have a 1/2” step from the top of the tensioner down to the spring perch. See picture on page 9. • After about 10 minutes of engine • • • running you will need to reset the belt tension again. After another 50 miles of driving you will need to reset the belt tension again. After your 3rd adjustment you should not have adjust it again. But make sure to check it at every oil change.
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STEP #36 Reinstall the Air Bypass Hose: • Reinstall the original Intake Air Bypass Control Thermal Valve hose using only the clamp on the valve side. STEP #37 Fuel Rail Installation Prep: • Make sure the injector adaptor bushings are pushed all the way into the manifold. These adaptors make the Comptech manifold work with the Honda factory fuel injectors. • Install the supplied bushings onto each stud along with the original fuel rail spacers.
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STEP #40 Install Throttle Body: • Install the studs removed in step #6 in to the new inlet manifold. • Move the throttle body back in to position making sure that the throttle cables are not twisted. • Reconnect the Idle Air control Valve. • Using the supplied new throttle body gasket and original hardware, mount the throttle body to the blower inlet manifold. STEP #41 MAP Sensor Relocation: • Remove the M5x20 screw holding the MAP sensor in place. The screw will not be reused.
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STEP #44 Reinstall the overflow bottle: • Insert the bottle between the chassis and the radiator and remount it reusing the stock hardware. • Reinstall the upper radiator mounting brackets. • Remount the A/ C condenser using the stock hardware. • Route the PVC line above the overflow bottle and through the chassis to the lower inlet fitting on the inlet manifold. STEP #45 Install Vacuum Lines: • Reinstall the factory EVAP hose. You may need to bend the steel lines upward to clear the throttle cables.
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STEP #47 Reinstall ECU/Immobilizer & Install ACM: • Reinstall the immobilizer unit & reinstall the steering column panels. (see step #1) • Remount the ECU in the reverse order of removal. Plug in connectors (C,D & E only). • Install the ACM in between the factory wiring harness and the ECU (connectors A &B), using the supplied jumper harness. Tuck the ACM box up on top of the ECU. • Once everything is installed reconnect negative side of the battery.
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STEP #50 Install Fuel Rail Cover: • Using the supplied M6x10 Button head allen bolts install the Comptech Carbon Fiber fuel rail cover. • Remove the throttle cable routing bracket off of the P/S pump. Use the supplied 4” ty-rap to hold the cables to the P/S line. STEP #51 Drive the car : • Always use the Highest Octane fuel available. • Check your engine oil level on a regular basis. • Check your belt tension.
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Comptech® Product Warranty Comptech - All products manufactured by Comptech are warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of three years from date of original purchase. This warranty is applicable only to parts which were purchased on or following January 1, 2006. All parts purchased on or preceding December 31, 2005 are subject to the conditions of our previous warranty period of two years. This warranty applies only to the original retail purchaser and is not transferable.