JDM Model Year Changes - Revision history

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2022-03-14T16:53:08Z

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	* Newly added secondary fuel filter at carburetor (two fuel filters for 1982)		* Newly added secondary fuel filter at carburetor (two fuel filters for 1982)
	* Carburetors feature a new float level adjustment window		* Carburetors feature a new float level adjustment window
	* Fuel Pump changed to new Accord unit w/ flow sensor unit for electronic navigator system		* Fuel Pump changed to new Vigor/Accord unit w/ flow sensor unit for electronic navigator system
	* Updated fuel sending unit with additional sensors for better low level alerts and to send to electronic navigator system		* Updated fuel sending unit with additional sensors for better low level alerts and to send to electronic navigator system
	* Revised manual transmission w/ new gearing and shift linkage (similar to 2nd gen accord transmission w/ hydraulic clutch)		* Revised manual transmission w/ new gearing and shift linkage (similar to 2nd gen accord transmission w/ hydraulic clutch)

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2022-03-14T16:51:28Z

SN-300 Standard Features:

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	* Carburetors feature a new float level adjustment window		* Carburetors feature a new float level adjustment window
	* Fuel Pump changed to new Accord unit w/ flow sensor unit for electronic navigator system		* Fuel Pump changed to new Accord unit w/ flow sensor unit for electronic navigator system
	* Updated fuel sending unit with additional sensors for better low level alerts		* Updated fuel sending unit with additional sensors for better low level alerts and to send to electronic navigator system
	* Revised manual transmission w/ new gearing and shift linkage (similar to 2nd gen accord transmission w/ hydraulic clutch)		* Revised manual transmission w/ new gearing and shift linkage (similar to 2nd gen accord transmission w/ hydraulic clutch)
	* Manual transmissions for 1982 do not require an engine oil cooler. New revised single stage oil pump used. (PC1)		* Manual transmissions for 1982 do not require an engine oil cooler. New revised single stage oil pump used. (PC1)

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2022-03-14T16:50:55Z

SN-300 Standard Features:

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	* Newly added secondary fuel filter at carburetor (two fuel filters for 1982)		* Newly added secondary fuel filter at carburetor (two fuel filters for 1982)
	* Carburetors feature a new float level adjustment window		* Carburetors feature a new float level adjustment window
	* Fuel Pump changed to new Accord unit w/ ~~pressure~~ sensor unit		* Fuel Pump changed to new Accord unit w/ flow sensor unit for electronic navigator system
			* Updated fuel sending unit with additional sensors for better low level alerts
	* Revised manual transmission w/ new gearing and shift linkage (similar to 2nd gen accord transmission w/ hydraulic clutch)		* Revised manual transmission w/ new gearing and shift linkage (similar to 2nd gen accord transmission w/ hydraulic clutch)
	* Manual transmissions for 1982 do not require an engine oil cooler. New revised single stage oil pump used. (PC1)		* Manual transmissions for 1982 do not require an engine oil cooler. New revised single stage oil pump used. (PC1)

Mitchn at 20:43, 11 February 2022

2022-02-11T20:43:18Z

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	* Sunroof standard with smoked glass for all models		* Sunroof standard with smoked glass for all models
	* Sunroof switch relocated to dashboard (no longer above rearview mirror)		* Sunroof switch relocated to dashboard (no longer above rearview mirror)
			* Power Antenna for XE models with integrated tube
	* Transmission Gear Ratio Changes [[Transmission Specs]]		* Transmission Gear Ratio Changes [[Transmission Specs]]
	* New 3-Speed Fully Automatic Transmission replaced the 2-speed Hondamatic		* New 3-Speed Fully Automatic Transmission replaced the 2-speed Hondamatic
	* Manual transmission uses new style synchronization rings		* Manual transmission uses new style synchronization rings
			* Drive shafts now feature constant velocity joint with a new ball structure joint on outboard and tripod joint roller on inboard.
	* Brake booster check valve pressed into vacuum hose, not exposed		* Brake booster check valve pressed into vacuum hose, not exposed
	* Bypass solenoid valve relay added for the evaporative emission system, located in center dashboard		* Bypass solenoid valve relay added for the evaporative emission system, located in center dashboard

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2022-02-11T18:29:00Z

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	* Newly added secondary fuel filter at carburetor (two fuel filters for 1982)		* Newly added secondary fuel filter at carburetor (two fuel filters for 1982)
	* Carburetors feature a new float level adjustment window		* Carburetors feature a new float level adjustment window
			* Fuel Pump changed to new Accord unit w/ pressure sensor unit
	* Revised manual transmission w/ new gearing and shift linkage (similar to 2nd gen accord transmission w/ hydraulic clutch)		* Revised manual transmission w/ new gearing and shift linkage (similar to 2nd gen accord transmission w/ hydraulic clutch)
	* Manual transmissions for 1982 do not require an engine oil cooler. New revised single stage oil pump used. (PC1)		* Manual transmissions for 1982 do not require an engine oil cooler. New revised single stage oil pump used. (PC1)

Mitchn: /* SN-200 Standard Features: */

2022-02-11T17:51:35Z

SN-200 Standard Features:

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	* Power Steering optional with automatic transmissions only		* Power Steering optional with automatic transmissions only
	* Fuse locations changed		* Fuse locations changed
			* Updated brake caliper and increased pad size (2nd gen civic calipers and pads)

	== SN-300 Standard Features: ==		== SN-300 Standard Features: ==

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	* Power steering effort changed from 6lbs to 4lbs at zero speed		* Power steering effort changed from 6lbs to 4lbs at zero speed
	* Gauge cluster features extra digit for odometer		* Gauge cluster features extra digit for odometer
	* Updated brake caliper and increased pad size (2nd gen civic calipers and pads)
	* Revised brake dual proportioning valve		* Revised brake dual proportioning valve
	* New stabilizer bar stopper added		* New stabilizer bar stopper added

Mitchn at 17:48, 11 February 2022

2022-02-11T17:48:34Z

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	== SN-100 Standard Features: ==		== SN-100 Standard Features: ==

	* 1.8L CVCC Engine - Advance Stratified Charge Engine		* 1.8L CVCC Engine - Advance Stratified Charge Engine (689)
	* Electronic Ignition		* Electronic Ignition
	* Front-Wheel Drive		* Front-Wheel Drive
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	* Power-Assisted Front Disc Brakes		* Power-Assisted Front Disc Brakes
	* Dual Diagonal Brake Circuits		* Dual Diagonal Brake Circuits
	* Steel-Belted Radial Ply Blackwell Tires (175/70SR13)		* Optional Steel-Belted Radial Ply Blackwell Tires (175/70SR13)
	* Bright Metal Wheel Trim Rings		* Power-operated Sunroof with Sunshade (Certain Models had solid metal)
	* Power-operated ~~Moonroof~~ with Sunshade
	* AM/FM Stereo w/ Unique Controls Mounted Beside Gauge Cluster		* AM/FM Stereo w/ Unique Controls Mounted Beside Gauge Cluster
	* Maintenance Reminder System (Gauge Cluster)		* Maintenance Reminder System (Gauge Cluster)
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	* Rear Wiper Defrosters		* Rear Wiper Defrosters
	* Tinted Glass		* Tinted Glass
	* Rectangular Headlights with Snow Drains		* Rectangular Headlights with Snow Drains in Grill
	* Trip Odometer		* Trip Odometer
	* Day/Night Rearview Mirror		* Day/Night Rearview Mirror
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	* Vanity Mirror (Right Sun Visor)		* Vanity Mirror (Right Sun Visor)
	* Passenger Assist Handle		* Passenger Assist Handle
	* Mud Flaps (Front Wheels Only)

	== SN-110 Standard Features: ==		== SN-110 Standard Features: ==

	* Includes all Standard Features for ~~1979~~		* Includes all Standard Features for SN-100
	* ~~April 25 1980 saw the introduction of the CVCCII~~		* Sunroof standard with smoked glass for all models
	* Radio, speakers and antenna were not standard
	* Radio no longer on side of gauge cluster, now located to lower dashboard
	* Sunroof switch relocated to dashboard (no longer above rearview mirror)		* Sunroof switch relocated to dashboard (no longer above rearview mirror)
	* Transmission Gear Ratio Changes [[Transmission Specs]]		* Transmission Gear Ratio Changes [[Transmission Specs]]
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	* Bypass solenoid valve relay added for the evaporative emission system, located in center dashboard		* Bypass solenoid valve relay added for the evaporative emission system, located in center dashboard
	* Front side marker lights on fenders were relocated closer to the wheel wells and more visible		* Front side marker lights on fenders were relocated closer to the wheel wells and more visible
	* New color (Longleet Gold w/ Ivory Interior), (Inverness Blue Metallic w/ Red Interior) deleted
	* Tudor Red w/ Ivory Interior switched to Red Interior

	== SN-200 Standard Features: ==		== SN-200 Standard Features: ==

	* Includes all Standard Features for ~~1980~~		* Includes all Standard Features for SN-110
	* New 17 Digit VIN system used (Vehicle Identification Number)		* April 25 1980 saw the introduction of the CVCC-II Engine with revised intake and exhaust layout, alongside compression increase (PB2)
	* CVCC-II Engine with revised intake and exhaust layout, alongside compression increase
	* Standard Catalytic Converter		* Standard Catalytic Converter
			* Baffled exhaust manifold is replaced with solid cast iron manifold
			* Combustion chambers redesigned to help maintain a uniform 8:8:1 compression ration with increased dish on pistons
			* Standard NGK spark plugs upgraded to a step hotter than previous year (B6EB-L11)
	* Transmission gearing ratios changed for auto and manual		* Transmission gearing ratios changed for auto and manual
	* Manual trans fifth gear updated design with new shift shaft added		* Manual trans fifth gear updated design with new shift shaft added
	* Updated rear taillight design (round reflector changed to square)		* Updated rear taillight design (round reflector changed to square)
	* Newer conventional dashboard layout including a new gauge cluster with separated speedometer and tachometer		* Newer conventional dashboard layout including a new gauge cluster with separated speedometer and tachometer
	* Revised center console
	* Revised door panel, w/ included map pocket
	* Revised front grill with two chrome stripes
	* Revised side mirrors (smaller than 79-80 models)
	* Revised seats, new moquette fabric with vinyl seat edges and head rests
	* New courtesy key light under steering column		* New courtesy key light under steering column
	* New self-locking bolt replaces front/rear shock absorber pinch bolts and lower control arm pivot bolts (Resin pellet on threads)		* New self-locking bolt replaces front/rear shock absorber pinch bolts and lower control arm pivot bolts (Resin pellet on threads)
	* Transmission ~~have~~ a magnetized drain bolt		* Transmission has a magnetized drain bolt
	* Higher output coil that raises secondary voltage from 16_3KV to 22_4KV		* Higher output coil that raises secondary voltage from 16_3KV to 22_4KV
	* Crank pully bolt torque raises from 16lb-ft to 82lb-ft		* Crank pully bolt torque raises from 16lb-ft to 82lb-ft
	* Coolant drain bolt in front of block added for 1981		* Coolant drain bolt in front of block added for 1981
	* Baffled exhaust manifold is replaced with solid cast iron manifold
	* Combustion chambers redesigned to help maintain a uniform 8:8:1 compression ration with increased dish on pistons
	* Standard NGK spark plugs upgraded to a step hotter than previous year (B6EB-L11)
	* Oil filler cap diameter increased and spring tension increased for easier removal on valve cover		* Oil filler cap diameter increased and spring tension increased for easier removal on valve cover
	* Power Steering optional with automatic transmissions only		* Power Steering optional with automatic transmissions only
	* Fuse locations changed		* Fuse locations changed


	== SN-300 Standard Features: ==		== SN-300 Standard Features: ==

	* Includes all Standard Features for ~~1981~~		* Includes all Standard Features for SN-200
	* CVCC-II engine update with a revised intake and exhaust layout to help isolate the exhaust valves and heat distribution		* Updated Interior with new dashboard, gauge cluster, electronics and door panels
			* Electronic Navigator standard in all models with center console
			* CVCC-II engine update with a revised intake and exhaust layout to help isolate the exhaust valves and heat distribution (PC1)
	* New 9.3:1 Cylinder compression (1982 Honda Model Intro Book, may not be true)		* New 9.3:1 Cylinder compression (1982 Honda Model Intro Book, may not be true)
	* Combustion chamber improvement with a 1.4mm lowered roof (increased compression) and intake/exhaust valve angles slightly changed (1982 Honda Model Intro, Book, may not be true)		* Combustion chamber improvement with a 1.4mm lowered roof (increased compression) and intake/exhaust valve angles slightly changed (1982 Honda Model Intro, Book, may not be true)
	* Piston crowns modified to coincide with change in combustion shape. Deeper dished than 1981 models		* Piston crowns modified to coincide with change in combustion shape. Deeper dished than 1981 models (PC2)
	* EGR now picks up exhaust gas from Cylinder #3		* EGR now picks up exhaust gas from Cylinder #3
	* Newly added secondary fuel filter at carburetor (two fuel filters for 1982)		* Newly added secondary fuel filter at carburetor (two fuel filters for 1982)
	* Carburetors feature a new float level adjustment window		* Carburetors feature a new float level adjustment window
	* Revised manual transmission w/ new gearing and shift linkage (similar to 2nd gen accord transmission w/ hydraulic clutch)		* Revised manual transmission w/ new gearing and shift linkage (similar to 2nd gen accord transmission w/ hydraulic clutch)
	* Manual transmissions for 1982 do not require an engine oil cooler. New single stage oil pump used.		* Manual transmissions for 1982 do not require an engine oil cooler. New revised single stage oil pump used. (PC1)
	* Automatic torque converter housings have 3 dowel pins, compared to two (1981)		* Automatic torque converter housings have 3 dowel pins, compared to two (1981)
	* New double stage type oil pump used with automatic transmissions		* New double stage type oil pump used with automatic transmissions
	* Power steering pump changed from cast iron to aluminum for better heat distribution and increase in pump pressure		* Power steering pump changed from cast iron to aluminum for better heat distribution and increase in pump pressure (PB1)
	* Power steering effort changed from 6lbs to 4lbs at zero speed		* Power steering effort changed from 6lbs to 4lbs at zero speed
	* Gauge cluster features extra digit for odometer		* Gauge cluster features extra digit for odometer
	* Headlights "ON" buzzer reminder"
	* Updated brake caliper and increased pad size (2nd gen civic calipers and pads)		* Updated brake caliper and increased pad size (2nd gen civic calipers and pads)
	* Revised brake dual proportioning valve		* Revised brake dual proportioning valve
	* New stabilizer bar stopper added		* New stabilizer bar stopper added
	* Revised front grill with Honda "H" badge in center		* Revised front grill with Honda "H" badge in center
	* Newer steering wheel (similar to 2nd gen ~~Civic~~)		* H badge centered on rear trunk
	* Revised rear seat layout including ~~built-in center armrest w/~~ storage ~~compartment~~		* Newer steering wheel (similar to 2nd gen Accord)
			* Revised rear seat layout including foldable section to enter trunk area for storage
	* Outer driveshaft & matching wheel-hub spline pattern changed to a larger diameter w/ different spline counts		* Outer driveshaft & matching wheel-hub spline pattern changed to a larger diameter w/ different spline counts

Mitchn at 14:16, 9 February 2022

2022-02-09T14:16:21Z

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	*SN-100 (Released November 1978)		*SN-100 (Released November 1978) ''Available for 10 Months''
	*SN-110 (Released September 1979)		*SN-110 (Released September 1979) ''Available for 7 Months''
	*SN-200 (Released April 1980)		*SN-200 (Released April 1980) ''Available for 1 Year, 6 Months''
	*SN-300 (Released October 1981)		*SN-300 (Released October 1981) ''Available for 1 Year, 1 Month''

Mitchn at 22:40, 8 February 2022

2022-02-08T22:40:04Z

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	*SN-100 (~~Started~~ November 1978)		*SN-100 (Released November 1978)
	*SN-110 (~~Started mid-year~~ 1979)		*SN-110 (Released September 1979)
	*SN-200 (~~Started~~ April 1980)		*SN-200 (Released April 1980)
	*SN-300 (~~Started~~ October 1981)		*SN-300 (Released October 1981)