I've searched and got all kinds of techniques of crank pulley bolt removal. I have one silly question though. It loosen by turning counterclockwise right? I never tried removing it before. I am a little unsure since most or all old Honda engines rotate counterclockwise, cept the new ones. Anybody got new technique of loosening it? BTW my Civic has a D16Z6. Thanks guys!!!

 

so are u having trouble with yours right now? or are u just asking just to ask?

it loosens counterclockwise. it's not a reverse thread.

 

No, I am just wondering cuz like I explained on my first post of Honda engine rotating counterclockwise. I will be changing my timing belt and water pump tomorrow. Thanks for the quick reply. I hope I'll be able to remove it with little fuss.

 

some tips if u dont have air tools:

-make sure u use 1/2" or larger drive sockets and extensions for that thing.
-lower it on your spare tire
-put it in 5th gear
-have someone step on the brakes while u try cranking it off.

if that doesnt work:
-remove starter
-jam pry bar into the teeth
-try again.

have fun

oh and BTW, make sure u follow the helms manual instructions when reinstalling.

 

Thanks for your tips!!!

 

no need to remove starter. the easiest way for you to do it is to remove the flywheel inspection plate, and jam a screwdriver in there and use a 1/2" breaker bar. or you can try the impact wrench, if you have access to that.