Honda Legend Kb1 Manual
See, and for information on the North American model. Sections of this article are translated from. Honda Legend Overview Manufacturer Also called (1985–1995) (1994–1999) (1996–2012) (2014–present) Production 1985–2012 2014–present Body and chassis 4-door 2-door (1985–1995) The Honda Legend is a -engined / / produced by the Honda since 1985 that currently serves as its flagship vehicle, and provides the basis for the, and — the flagship vehicle of Honda's luxury Acura division in North America. 1989 Honda Legend sedan Honda and /Rover agreed that Legends would be built in for the British market.
Honda Legend Kb1
However, few UK built Legends passed Honda's quality control standards, and many simply ended up being used as in-plant transport. In the end, only 4,409 Legends were built in the UK, from 1986 until 1988. All US-market Legends were built in Japan. Japanese market Honda wanted to expand its model range above the, and offer a premium level sedan that would appeal to wealthy middle-aged customers who were the traditional buyers of the, and /. In 1981 Honda had introduced a luxury level version of the Accord, called the, but realized that they needed to manufacture a larger, more exclusive sedan with similar dimensions to the Crown, Luce, Cedric, and Gloria. When the Legend was introduced worldwide, the optional equipment list was minimal as commonly identified equipment regarded as luxury in nature was included as standard equipment, leaving the only option the choice between a manual or automatic transmission.
The major mechanical difference between the Legend and the Toyota, Mazda and Nissan sedans was that the Legend was front wheel drive, which Honda stated was 'quite simply the most logical means to the ends the engineers desired: a true luxury car with a low, aerodynamic hood; a spacious interior with a nearly flat floor, and the superior traction that results from placing the engine and drivetrain transversely over the drive wheels.' This provided the Legend with a front-end heavy 63/37 front to rear weight distribution ratio, similar to the.
The ride was engineered to appeal towards the luxury car market and not necessarily towards the performance market, and the front to rear weight distribution ratio reflected this goal. Efforts to minimize were achieved by the and the angles of the joints at the ends of those shafts being equalized, helping the Legend to accelerate in a straight line. The Japanese-spec Legend was offered with three trim levels; the V6Xi with the 2.5 L V6 engine, with the slightly shorter and narrower V6Gi and V6Zi using the 2.0 L V6. The V6Gi had the same level of equipment and luxury features as the V6Xi, whereas the V6Zi had reduced content and a lower price. The V6 engines were available with electronic, multi-port sequential fuel injection Honda called Programmed Fuel Injection, or and a on the smaller 2.0 L V6. The larger 2.5 L engine was upgraded to the 2.7 L displacement for model year 1988 and added the variable length intake manifold as a major engine improvement. The engine benefited from Honda's successes with its endeavors in racing in 1964, and Honda's F1 racing car, the.
Transmission selections were either a four speed automatic transaxle with a computer controlled lockup, or a five speed manual transaxle. In order for the sedan to comply with Japanese and reduced tax liability, the car with the 2.0 L V6 was slightly shorter and narrower for Japanese buyers by reducing the extension of the front and rear bumper covers, and reducing the overall width to 1,695 mm (66.7 in). This also offered an alternative to the traditional Crown and Cedric/Gloria customer base due to the sedan being in the smaller size classification and reduced tax liability but with a comparable level of luxury equipment found in the larger cars, and the same amount of interior space due to the front wheel drive powertrain, with a wheelbase advantage of 30 mm (1.2 in) over the Cedric / Gloria and Crown. To address the issue of durability, the Legend was manufactured as a pillared sedan instead of a four-door, a bodystyle still offered at the time by Toyota and Nissan on the Crown and Cedric/Gloria. The slightly smaller bodystyle also allowed the Legend to compete with the upscale and and the.
The Legend offered many Honda 'firsts', such as a driver side airbag, vehicle speed sensitive power assist rack and pinon steering, anti-lock brakes, seat belt pre-tensioners with Emergency Locking Retractors (called E.L.R.), a choice of 100% wool or cloth upholstery, and, the first car to use traction control on a front wheel drive vehicle. Attention was given to make sure the Legend was quiet, so Honda used computer simulation using, a stress analysis program created by, helping the car achieve a of 0.32 and an interior noise level of 63 dB (measured while the vehicle was travelling at 100 km/h (62.1 mph) using a manual transmission in 5th gear), and by using triple seals around the tops of door openings. The Legend was introduced with a suspension for the front wheels, and a modified with rear suspension Honda called 'RF (Reduced Friction) Strut Rear Suspension' with progressive rate rear coil springs that stiffen as they compress to combine smooth ride and good handling. The rear coil spring was separate from the strut and positioned so that vertical pressure was supported by the. The term Reduced Friction referred to the minimizing of forces that create friction in the, providing more efficient damping for the full suspension stroke. The rear suspension was upgraded to double wishbone starting with the 1988 model year worldwide. Notable owners of the first year Legend were the founder of Honda, F1 driver in 1990, and.
The Legend V6Xi was used as the for the for 1986. 'Wing Turbo' version In October 1988, Honda upgraded the V6 engine used exclusively in the KA5 series Legend with a, calling it the 'Wing Turbo' in a to address the modest power available from the previous engine with used in earlier models. The turbocharger compressor housing had four vanes made from heat resistant alloy surrounding the turbine wheel (on the inlet side of it) that would fluctuate based on engine load and transmission gearing above 2,000 rpm to allow for increased airflow into the engine as needed. The turbo compressor could generate as much as 450 millimetres of mercury (8.7 psi) of boost, and was paired with a water cooled installed inside the between the to produce 140 kW (190 PS; 188 bhp) net at 6000 rpm and a maximum torque of 24.6 kg⋅m (241 N⋅m; 178 lb⋅ft) at 3,500 rpm.
The turbo was installed not necessarily to make the engine more powerful, but rather to increase fuel efficiency and reduce emissions, as the Japanese pay a tax on the amount of emissions the car produces. According to an excerpt originally printed by Automotive Engineering dated January 1989 'The movable wings are positive pressure- and vacuum-operated, their angle changes are controlled by an eight-bit 36-kilo byte computer that also manages fuel injection. Positive pressure to the wing actuator is supplied by the turbo's supercharge pressure, controlled by a frequency solenoid valve, and negative pressure is generated by intake vacuum and accumulated in a reservoir which is also solenoid controlled. The CPU is fed signals including boost pressure, intake temperature, coolant temperature, throttle opening, engine, and vehicle speed. The Wing Turbo is not fitted with a conventional. On idling and steady-state cruising that do not require supercharging, the movable flags-or wings-which are fully opened, allow exhaust gas to enter the enlarged nozzle area and pass through the turbine smoothly with little resistance. At the beginning of full acceleration, the wings close fully, reducing the nozzle area through which accelerated gas enters and strikes the turbine blades forcefully, gaining boost quickly.
When maximum boost is obtained, the movable wings begin to close gradually, until the vehicle reaches a desired cruising velocity whereby the wings open fully. The nozzle area varies continuously according to operating and load conditions.'
The turbo was installed just above the automatic transmission unit; a manual transmission was not offered. This engine was only offered in Japan using the more compact sedan bodystyle, labeled as '2.0 Ti Exclusive' and '2.0 Ti'. The engine was used for just two years, due to the introduction of the second generation Legend in 1990 with the much larger V6, and as such Wing Turbo sedans are extremely rare. Much of the research on this engine contributed to the V6 engine used in the 1990. The Legend Turbo can be identified as by a 'TURBO' badge attached to the front grille on the bottom right hand side and a 'V6Ti' rear badge. North American market.
See and for information on the North American model. European market The Honda Legend was introduced for the 1987 model year and was virtually identical in equipment offered and vehicle dimensions to the North American model, with one trim designation called the V6-2.5i. This means very few options were available other than the choice of transmission, and an air conditioning system identical to the North American version.
The Europeans were offered an optional 'Special Equipment Pack' that offered cruise control, aluminium alloy wheels, a driver's seat with power lumbar support, height, fore/aft and reclining adjusters, adjustable rear headrests, a 4 speaker stereo system provided by and headlight wipers. Front and rear mud flaps were standard in undisclosed countries but not all. The radio volume control rocker switch and preset radio scan button installed on the instrument binnacle was not offered. Legend coupe and other changes. Honda Legend coupe (Australia) The Legend Coupe was introduced February 6, 1987, which shared the and powertrain setup from the moderately improved sedan for the 1987 model year.
Incidentally, the Japanese coupe was both longer and wider, which increased its tax liability, yet it had a shorter wheelbase by 2.2 in (56 mm). Starting with the introduction of model year 1988, the trim level 'Exclusive' was introduced, offering genuine wood trim provided by on the dashboard and center console with a very large selection of available wood type and hues to choose from, headlight washer/wipers, separate rear passenger climate control, and chrome-plated power folding mirrors and door handles with infrared remote keyless entry. October 14, 1988 saw a minor restyle offered for the interior and dashboard, to provide a more luxurious appearance in comparison to the Nissan and Toyota uplevel sedans the Legend was competing with. Due to the success Honda had with the Legend, it served as an inspiration for many vehicles from multiple manufacturers, including the with which it shares many visual resemblances and dimensions both inside and out. Engine specifications Engine Displacement (cc) / bore×stroke Horsepower Torque C20A V6 SOHC 24 valve PGM-FI 1996 cc / 82.0×63.0 mm 145 PS (107 kW; 143 hp) at 6300 rpm 172 N⋅m (127 lb⋅ft) at 5000 rpm C20A turbo V6 SOHC 24 valve PGM-FI 190 PS (140 kW; 190 hp) at 6000 rpm 241 N⋅m (178 lb⋅ft) at 3500 rpm C25A V6 SOHC 24 valve PGM-FI 2493 cc / 84.0×75.0 mm 165 PS (121 kW; 163 hp) at 6000 rpm 211 N⋅m (156 lb⋅ft) at 4500 rpm C27A V6 SOHC 24 valve PGM-FI 2675 cc / 87.0×75.0 mm 180 PS (130 kW; 180 hp) at 6000 rpm 226 N⋅m (167 lb⋅ft) at 4500 rpm. Daewoo Arcadia (S. Korea) The second-generation Legend was also manufactured by in South Korea from 1994 to 1999 under the name of Daewoo Arcadia ( ), for the Korean market, replacing the.
It was named for the region in Greece called, a region regarded in as a garden. During this period, Honda had a loose alliance with Daewoo, and the Arcadia was larger than, and competitors. Daewoo Motors (GM Korea's predecessor) sold more than 800 vehicles.
In 1992, Japan's Honda and technology partnership with Daewoo, the Arcadia was essentially the base level Legend. At the time of the Arcadia’s introduction, it was the largest engine, with a 220-horsepower V6 3.2 C32A, and the starting price was also high 41.9 million won. ABS, dual airbags, safety belt pre-tensioners, and the most advanced car safety features at the time, commensurate with a focus on protecting the passengers. Some of the features included driver's seat position memory function and front heated seats, push-button door opening and closing devices, automatic climate control air conditioning.
After the acquisition of and Daewoo Motors, Daewoo cars entered with the and remaining stock of Arcadia sedans were reduced in price, with the Arcadia ending production in December of that year. Honda Legend KB2 interior In an attempt to address market driven requests that the Legend needed to be a rear drive sedan with a V8 engine, Honda introduced four wheel drive technology on the Legend, called 'Super Handling All-Wheel Drive', which earned Honda the Japan Car of the Year, and Mosuto 2005 Annual RJC technology of the Year award. The Legend is only available with the four wheel drive powertrain, however, the all wheel drive system is optional on the North American (The TL is not sold in Japan). Due to continuous product improvement efforts over past generations, the series CP3 North American Honda Accord (Honda Inspire in some markets) shares wheelbase, length, width and engine displacement almost exactly with this generation Legend, with a reduced price in many international markets. The Legend does have a higher level of standard features and optional equipment but not by much. Select-Shift was introduced on the 5 speed automatic transmission.
The newly designed J35A 3.5 L V6 was changed from a 90 degree 'V', in use since the first 1986 C25A V6 engine, to a 60 degree, and added to improve efficiency (M-TEC was added by the MUGEN division, called the 'M1 package'). In a move echoing the many 'firsts' introduced by the first generation Legend, the horsepower no longer complied with the self-imposed horsepower restrictions of the Japanese auto industry. The engine is capable of 300 PS (221 kW; 296 bhp). Perhaps to accommodate the all wheel drive setup, the engine was reoriented from a longitudnal installation used since 1990, to a transverse installation, which was the original orientation of the first generation model. Honda began to expand the Acura division into Mexico, Hong Kong, and China.
Plans to introduce the Acura brand in Japan haven't been formally announced, relying on speculation. This generation Legend shares large sedan duties with the, known in North America as the starting with model year 2003 (series UC1) and continuing with the series CP3 sedan.
September 15, 2005 saw a mild body restyle, which included a rear.The Akita and Kumamoto Prefectures adopted this Legend as the official car for local senior government officials. The Legend received a Mid-Model Change (MMC) for the 2009 model year. Among the usual upgrades, the Honda Legend offered some additional optional safety features, including. The LKAS could actually make small steering adjustments to keep a car in lane so long as the radius of the turn was more than 220 meters, which was the legal minimum in Japan.
The LKAS would relinquish control at the slightest steering input so the driver had control at all times. With the world's first pedestrian detection feature, and a standard pop-up hood for pedestrian safety. The night vision system uses a separate type display projected on the center bottom of the windshield. The infrared cameras do not require a light source, and the software is able to detect human like figures, surround the image with a red box and give audible caution tones. The pop-up hood uses a series of sensors that can detect a pedestrian-like object being thrown onto the hood.
An actuator will pop the hood up at the rear, close to the base of the windshield, 10 cm (4 inches) to help minimize pedestrian injuries, especially head trauma. All markets feature energy absorbing hood and fender supports and deformable windshield wiper pivots to minimize pedestrian injury.
Honda Legend Kb1 Manual
Honda's internet-based navigation system is standard equipment on Japanese domestic vehicles. In October 2010, it is reported that Brake Defect from Honda Honda Legend were delivered to customers before the problem is discovered.
Honda says that it doesn’t know how many of its vehicles have suffered a faulty brake system. Honda outfit says it will replace the faulty seal and, if leaking has occurred, the brake booster will be replaced as well. At least some owners in the UAE, Saudi Arabia and other GCC countries are likely affected. Honda told that no stop-sale is issued. See and for information on the North American model.
Honda Legend Kb1 Service Manual
Reception The second-generation 2005 Acura RL appeared on 's for 2005. The car also garnered an.com 'Editor's Choice' Award for Top Tech Car. The SH-AWD all-wheel drive system was lauded by as one of the best automotive innovations of 2004, and earned the 2005 'Tech Car of the Year' from CNET.com. Subsequent moves by both Audi and BMW to design and market their own versions of torque vectoring all wheel drive systems bear out the innovative nature of the SH-AWD design. While critically acclaimed, sales have not met expectations. Regarding sales of Japanese luxury flagships during the first six months of 2010, Acura has sold only 872 RLs, compared to 5,650 and 6,602 sedans.
Enthusiasts and dealers said that the RL was not competitive because it is smaller, uses front-wheel drive, and lacks a V8 option, compared to its larger rivals in the mid-luxury segment that are rear-wheel drive and have a V8 available. Some have suggested that the initial price of the RL is perceived to be out of its bracket. As the new RL offered more features and performance than the base version of its luxury competition's (i.e., the base six-cylinder ), Honda Japan suggested that it could charge more, though Honda Canada disagreed. The RL's initial MRSP was $69,500 CAD, more than the six-cylinder BMW 525i and close to that of the V8-powered BMW 545i.
At the RL's price point, most consumers expected a V8, furthermore they did not perceive Acura as being on par with its German rivals and expected more value from the Japanese marque. The damage from Honda Japan's alleged hubris was done, perhaps giving the RL an unfavorable impression that could not be removed, even though Honda Canada has since reduced the RL's price. The UK magazine `Car` ran a Honda Legend on its long term fleet and for its performance, handling and acceleration but felt the styling was too anonymous. In 2009, the new generation of the was released and it is expected to offer tough competition to the RL, as the TL has essentially the same engine (but with 5 more horsepower), the SH-AWD system, similar dimensions, and many of the RL's features for only $44,900 CAD. In October 2010, the Acura RL has been named as one of most reliable cars, one of among 5 Honda models ( with front-wheel drive; luxury car; small SUV; small upscale SUV, and compact pickup truck) named as most reliable in various categories. 2015 Honda Legend The Honda Legend was unveiled in Japan on November 10, 2014 and went on sale on February 20, 2015, it is near identical to the and only available as a Sport Hybrid.
The facelifted model was unveiled in Japan on October 2, 2017 and will be launched at the 2017 on October 27, 2017. Facelift (2018 - present) See also Wikimedia Commons has media related to. References Information added to the first generation Legend was compiled from a 1986 Japanese language Honda Legend brochure, a Japanese market Honda Legend Press Information brochure dated October 22, 1985, a Japanese market Honda Legend Wing Turbo brochure, a European market brochure dated model year 1987, and a North American Acura Legend sales brochure dated 1986 by American Honda Motor Company. Archived from on 2011-10-03. Retrieved 2010-11-20. ^ David Bowen Terry McCarthy and John Eisenhammer (February 6, 1994). The Independent.
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