Power Boost

Here is a look at the stock SOHC Civic engine before the work begins. The JG Edelbrock crew wanted to install this kit on something straight from the factory to ensure proper fitment.

You will need to raise the car off the ground for a portion of the install. Use a lift if you have one, or raise it with jackstands for safety.

The front bumper will need to come off in order to fit the front-mount intercooler. Remove the series of clips along the top of the bumper and the 10mm bolts in the fenderwell.

For safety purposes, disconnect and remove the battery and tray. This will also help to access the opening in the firewall further down the line of the install.

Since the factory intake system will be completely replaced by the JG Edelbrock unit, you will need to disconnect all the sensors and plugs that go to the rubber intake pipe. Be careful not to break any of the connectors or wires.

Loosen the clamp on the intake pipe that goes to the throttle body. Also, remove the series of 10mm bolts that hold in the airbox. Remove the intake pipe and airbox separately, but keep the bolts for future use.

The oil pan will need to be dropped in order to tap for the oil return fitting. Drain the old, dirty oil and dispose of it properly.

While you're watching the oil drain out of your car, do something productive like removing the plastic undershield plate from your car. You won't use this anymore.

Loosen the two 12mm bolts that hold the catalytic converter to the exhaust manifold downpipe. Don't forget to remove the O2 sensor, too.

Remove the support bracket that holds the top part of the exhaust manifold to the engine block. Loosen the 14mm bolts that hold the top and bottom pieces of the manifold together.

Insert the provided rubber grommets for the intercooler into the two holes on the radiator support. Apply a lubricant so you won't have any problems easing a peg into them.

The intercooler should sit flush and level with the radiator support. The only place that requires a bolt is the top bracket. Remove and replace the 12mm bolt that holds in the horn to accomplish this task.

Now that all the oil is drained, you can start removing your oil pan. First, take off the support brackets on the front and rear of the motor.

Loosen the 10mm bolts around the perimeter of the oil pan. Knock the pan a few times with a rubber mallet and jiggle it around until it comes off.

Use a die cutter to trim the inside of the bumper to fit the intercooler. Smooth the rough edges with a large file.

Remove the driver-side toe hook by loosening the 14mm bolt. Save this bolt because you will need it for the intercooler pipe bracket later on.

The JG Edelbrock turbo requires running water lines to cool the center cartridge. Drain the coolant in your radiator to avoid a messy spill later.

To reach the exhaust manifold, first remove the 10mm bolts that secure the heat shield. Make sure that the engine is already cooled down or you'll burn yourself.

Now that the exhaust manifold is exposed, loosen and remove the 12mm nuts. Since you already separated the bottom piece of the manifold, the top half should come out with no problems. (See Following Image)

The turbo kit allows you to retain your factory A/C system. However, in order to fit the turbo and new manifold into place, you must temporarily remove the A/C line brackets and zip-tie the lines out of the way.