1981 Honda Accord Engine Parts

This table covers the wear sleeves used to restore a Camshaft seal surface. Read more

2 Camshaft Repair Sleeve parts are listed for the 1981 Honda Accord, from SCHAEFFLER and TIMKEN.

This group includes SCHAEFFLER SR3460 and TIMKEN KWK99106.

This table covers the seals at each camshaft end. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again. Read more

11 Camshaft Seal parts are listed for the 1981 Honda Accord, from MAHLE / CLEVITE, TIMKEN, WJB / INMOTION PARTS and 8 other brands. MAHLE / CLEVITE 66580 carries the "Popular" badge.

This table covers the connecting rods between each piston and the crankshaft. Read more

This group shows a single part: TOPLINE CRH9.

This table covers the bearings in the connecting-rod big ends. Typical signs include a growl that rises with speed, or play in the shaft or hub. Set preload the way the notes specify. A dry or crushed bearing fails quickly. Read more

4 Connecting Rod Bearing parts for the 1981 Honda Accord come from 4 brands — ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS, KING ENGINE BEARINGS, MAHLE / CLEVITE and 1 other brand.

Part numbers include ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS 4B1951, KING ENGINE BEARINGS CR4463AM and MAHLE / CLEVITE CB1223P, among others listed above.

This table covers lower / conversion gasket sets for oil-pan and related joints. Typical signs include the leaks that sent the engine or gearbox to the bench. Use every gasket the set is meant for that opening — leftover unused pieces usually belong to another configuration. Read more

3 Conversion / Lower Gasket Set parts for the 1981 Honda Accord come from 3 brands — AJUSA, APEX and ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS.

Listed part numbers: AJUSA 54036000, APEX ACS1004 and ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS 0920908.

This table covers the main bearings that support the crankshaft in the block. Typical signs include a growl that rises with speed, or play in the shaft or hub. Set preload the way the notes specify. A dry or crushed bearing fails quickly. Read more

6 Crankshaft Main Bearing parts are listed for the 1981 Honda Accord, from KING ENGINE BEARINGS, ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS and TOPLINE. ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS 5M9502 carries the "Popular" badge.

In the High Performance grade, KING ENGINE BEARINGS supplies 1 part: engineered beyond original-equipment specification. A representative part number is KING ENGINE BEARINGS MB5168XP.

The Standard Replacement section lists 5 options from ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS, TOPLINE and KING ENGINE BEARINGS — built to original-equipment specification. ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS 5M9502 is listed in this group.

Listed part numbers: ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS 5M9502, KING ENGINE BEARINGS MB5168XP and KING ENGINE BEARINGS MB5168AM, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the gaskets that seal the Crankshaft Main Bearing. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for. Read more

This group shows a single part: BECK/ARNLEY 0523224.

This table covers the sleeves used to restore a grooved crankshaft seal surface. Read more

5 Crankshaft Repair Sleeve parts are listed for the 1981 Honda Accord, from NATIONAL, BCA, SKF and 2 other brands. NATIONAL 99139 carries the "Popular" badge.

Part numbers include NATIONAL 99139, BCA NS99139 and SKF 99296, among others listed above.

This table covers the front and rear seals that keep oil in at the crankshaft. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again. Read more

7 Crankshaft Seal parts are listed for the 1981 Honda Accord, from ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS, TIMKEN, APEX and 3 other brands. ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS 1500902 carries the "Popular" badge.

Listed part numbers: ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS 1500902, TIMKEN 3771 and APEX ABS104, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the head gaskets that seal the block to the cylinder head. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for. Read more

3 Cylinder Head Gasket parts for the 1981 Honda Accord come from 3 brands — AJUSA, APEX and ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS.

Listed part numbers: AJUSA 10021800, APEX AHG104 and ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS 0940905.

This table covers multi-piece gasket sets for a cylinder-head job. Typical signs include the leaks that sent the engine or gearbox to the bench. Use every gasket the set is meant for that opening — leftover unused pieces usually belong to another configuration. Read more

4 Cylinder Head Gasket Set parts for the 1981 Honda Accord come from 4 brands — AJUSA, APEX, ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS and 1 other brand.

Listed part numbers: AJUSA 52063800, APEX AHS1005 and ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS 0910914, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the wear sleeves used to restore a Cylinder seal surface. Read more

2 Cylinder Repair Sleeve parts for the 1981 Honda Accord come from MELLING.

This group includes MELLING CSL2216 and MELLING CSL1116.

This table covers the block heaters that warm the coolant or oil in cold weather. Read more

One part is listed for the 1981 Honda Accord — KAT'S HEATERS 11411.

This table covers full gasket kits covering the joints opened in an engine rebuild. Typical signs include the leaks that sent the engine or gearbox to the bench. Use every gasket the set is meant for that opening — leftover unused pieces usually belong to another configuration. Read more

4 Engine Kit Gasket Set parts for the 1981 Honda Accord come from 4 brands — AJUSA, APEX, ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS and 1 other brand.

Listed part numbers: AJUSA 50071800, APEX AFS1005 and ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS 0900928, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the exhaust valves that let combustion gas out of the cylinder. Typical signs include a circuit that will not hold, a whistle, or a code for this valve. A stuck valve is often debris. Clean the ports before installing the new one. Read more

3 Exhaust Valve parts are listed for the 1981 Honda Accord, from ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS and TOPLINE.

Listed part numbers: ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS RX9367, ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS RX9211 and TOPLINE EVH9L.

This table covers the Expansion plugs. Typical signs include a leak at the drain or glow-plug hole, or a plug that has rounded off. Replace the crush washer and torque to the spec in the notes. Read more

8 Expansion Plug parts for the 1981 Honda Accord come from 5 brands — PIONEER, QUALCAST, DORMAN and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is DORMAN 116203. 1 part fits every engine; the other 7 are engine-specific.

Listed part numbers: DORMAN 116203, MELLING MPE153BR and PIONEER PE153, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the Intake & Exhaust Manifold gasket sets. Typical signs include the leaks that sent the engine or gearbox to the bench. Use every gasket the set is meant for that opening — leftover unused pieces usually belong to another configuration. Read more

3 Intake & Exhaust Manifold Gasket Set parts for the 1981 Honda Accord come from 3 brands — AJUSA, APEX and VICTOR REINZ.

This group includes AJUSA 13064800, APEX AMS1010 and VICTOR REINZ 111083701.

This table covers the gaskets between the intake manifold and the cylinder head. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for. Read more

This group shows a single part: ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS 0950917.

This table covers the intake valves that let air (and fuel, on port-injected engines) into the cylinder. Typical signs include a circuit that will not hold, a whistle, or a code for this valve. A stuck valve is often debris. Clean the ports before installing the new one. Read more

5 Intake Valve parts are listed for the 1981 Honda Accord, from BECK/ARNLEY, ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS, QUALCAST and 1 other brand. BECK/ARNLEY 0213135 carries the "Popular" badge.

Part numbers include BECK/ARNLEY 0213135, BECK/ARNLEY 0213171 and ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS RV9209, among others listed above.

This table covers the mounts that hold the engine to the chassis. Typical signs include a clunk on takeoff, a vibration at idle, or a separated rubber insert. Support the powertrain before unbolting a mount, and torque the fasteners in the notes. Read more

6 Motor Mount parts are listed for the 1981 Honda Accord, from DEA / MARMON RIDE CONTROL, WESTAR, ANCHOR and 1 other brand. DEA / MARMON RIDE CONTROL A2450 carries the "Popular" badge.

Part numbers include DEA / MARMON RIDE CONTROL A2450, WESTAR EM8660 and ANCHOR 8012, among others listed above.

This table covers the engine oils listed by grade and specification for this engine. Typical signs include a low-oil lamp, knocking after a long interval, or oil that has gone thin and black well before the next service. Match the viscosity and spec in the notes (and on the filler cap). The tables group grades — they are not interchangeable. Read more

22 Oil parts are listed for the 1981 Honda Accord, from MOBIL and VALVOLINE. MOBIL 125195 carries the "Popular" badge.

In the Conventional grade, VALVOLINE supplies 2 parts: grouped under the catalog's "Conventional" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is VALVOLINE 797671.

In the Full Synthetic grade, MOBIL supplies 8 parts: full-synthetic oils. A representative part number is MOBIL 125195.

The High Mileage (>75,000 Miles) section lists 9 options from MOBIL and VALVOLINE — oils grouped for high-mileage engines. MOBIL 125202 is listed in this group.

In the Synthetic Blend grade, MOBIL supplies 3 parts: synthetic-blend oils. A representative part number is MOBIL 124406.

This table covers the Oil Cooler Mounting kits. Read more

2 Oil Cooler Mounting Kit parts for the 1981 Honda Accord come from HAYDEN.

Part numbers include HAYDEN 238 and HAYDEN 153.

This table covers the drain plugs in the oil pan. Read more

4 Oil Drain Plug parts are listed for the 1981 Honda Accord, from DORMAN and AGS. 1 part fits every engine; the other 3 are engine-specific.

This group includes AGS ODP00019, DORMAN 090080 and DORMAN 090040 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the crush washers and gaskets under the oil drain plug. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for. Read more

4 Oil Drain Plug Gasket parts for the 1981 Honda Accord come from 2 brands — DORMAN and AJUSA.

Listed part numbers: AJUSA 22009300, DORMAN 097831CD and DORMAN 095023, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the caps on the oil filler neck. Read more

One part is listed for the 1981 Honda Accord — MOTORAD MO106.

This table covers the oil filters that screw onto this engine's filter mount. Typical signs include low oil pressure after a service, or a filter that will not spin off because the old gasket stayed on the block. Lube the new gasket and tighten to the spec on the box; a double-gasket install dumps the sump on the first drive. Read more

16 Oil Filter parts are listed for the 1981 Honda Accord, from FAMOUS BRAND, VARIOUS MFR, CHAMP / LUBER-FINER and 8 other brands. VARIOUS MFR PG4651 carries the "Popular" badge.

In the Economy grade, FAMOUS BRAND, CHAMP / LUBER-FINER, VARIOUS MFR and 6 other brands supply 12 parts: the catalog's value-priced group. A representative part number is VARIOUS MFR PG4651.

The Standard Replacement section: 4 options from FRAM, VARIOUS MFR, WIX and 1 other brand. FRAM PH3531 is listed in this group.

This table covers the gaskets between the oil pan and the block. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for. Read more

3 Oil Pan Gasket parts are listed for the 1981 Honda Accord, from AJUSA, APEX and ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS.

Part numbers include AJUSA 14029600, APEX AOP101 and ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS 0990902.

This table covers the Oil pumps. Typical signs include noise from the pump, no pressure, or fluid that never arrives at the outlet. Prime or fill the pump as the notes require. A dry start is a common way to kill a new unit. Read more

3 Oil Pump parts are listed for the 1981 Honda Accord, from ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS, MELLING and SEALED POWER.

Listed part numbers: ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS 057840, MELLING M96F and SEALED POWER 22441989.

This table covers the Oil Temperature senders. Read more

This group shows a single part: AUTO-TUNE PT3441.

This table covers the pistons that travel in each cylinder. Typical signs include knock, blow-by, or a cylinder that will not hold compression. Piston work is a short-block job. Match bore, pin and ring pack in the notes — not the photo. Read more

This group shows a single part: ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS RY6113.

This table covers the rings that seal each piston to the cylinder wall. Read more

7 Piston Ring parts for the 1981 Honda Accord come from 4 brands — HASTINGS MANUFACTURING, SEALED POWER, ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS and 1 other brand. The "Popular" part is SEALED POWER E402KC.

In the Premium grade, SEALED POWER supplies 1 part: a step above OE specification in materials, tolerances or warranty terms. A representative part number is SEALED POWER E402KC.

Standard Replacement: 6 parts, from HASTINGS MANUFACTURING, ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS and TOPLINE. A representative part number is HASTINGS MANUFACTURING 2C6134.

This group includes SEALED POWER E402KC, HASTINGS MANUFACTURING 2C6134 and HASTINGS MANUFACTURING 6134 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the rocker arms that transfer cam motion to the valves. Read more

One part is listed for the 1981 Honda Accord — ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS 0566012.

This table covers the Thrust washers. Read more

3 Thrust Washer parts are listed for the 1981 Honda Accord, from ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS, KING ENGINE BEARINGS and MAHLE / CLEVITE.

Part numbers include ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS 1T1952, KING ENGINE BEARINGS TW110AM and MAHLE / CLEVITE TW327S.

This table covers the Timing belts. Typical signs include squeal on cold start, cracked ribs, or glazing. Spin the tensioner and idlers by hand while the belt is off. Read more

3 Timing Belt parts for the 1981 Honda Accord come from 3 brands — ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS, ACDELCO and S.A. GEAR.

The Economy section: 1 option from ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS. ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS 4041 is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 2 parts, from ACDELCO and S.A. GEAR. A representative part number is ACDELCO TB041.

Listed part numbers: ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS 4041 and ACDELCO TB041, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the Timing Belt pulleys. Typical signs include a growl or chirp that follows engine speed, or a pulley that will not spin freely by hand. Spin each pulley with the belt off. Roughness or play means replace it with the belt. Read more

BECK/ARNLEY supplies both parts for the 1981 Honda Accord.

Listed part numbers: BECK/ARNLEY 0513860 and BECK/ARNLEY 0513954.

This table covers the Timing Belt tensioners. Typical signs include belt flutter, a chirp that returns after a new belt, or an arm that no longer damps. Replace the tensioner with the belt at higher mileage. Read more

One part is listed for the 1981 Honda Accord — S.A. GEAR 9090.

This table covers the Timing Cam sprockets. Read more

One part is listed for the 1981 Honda Accord — ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS 50063.

This table covers the tensioners that keep the timing chain taut. Typical signs include belt flutter, a chirp that returns after a new belt, or an arm that no longer damps. Replace the tensioner with the belt at higher mileage. Read more

One part is listed for the 1981 Honda Accord — ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS 60045.

This table covers the gaskets that seal the Timing Cover. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for. Read more

3 Timing Cover Gasket parts are listed for the 1981 Honda Accord, from APEX and ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS.

Listed part numbers: APEX ATC1010, APEX ATC1040 and ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS 0980902.

This table covers the wear sleeves used to restore a Timing Cover seal surface. Read more

One part is listed for the 1981 Honda Accord — SKF 99138.

This table covers the seals at the Timing Cover. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again. Read more

2 Timing Cover Seal parts are listed for the 1981 Honda Accord, from ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS and SKF.

Part numbers include ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS 1506101 and SKF 13907.

This table covers the Torque Strut bushings. Typical signs include a clunk over bumps, or a torn or walked-out bushing you can see. Press the new bushing square. A cocked bushing will tear in a few thousand miles. Read more

4 Torque Strut Bushing parts are listed for the 1981 Honda Accord, from DEA / MARMON RIDE CONTROL and PIONEER.

This group includes DEA / MARMON RIDE CONTROL A6539, DEA / MARMON RIDE CONTROL A6540 and PIONEER 628293 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the Torque Strut mounts. Typical signs include a clunk on takeoff, a vibration at idle, or a separated rubber insert. Support the powertrain before unbolting a mount, and torque the fasteners in the notes. Read more

3 Torque Strut Mount parts for the 1981 Honda Accord come from 2 brands — ANCHOR and WESTAR.

This group includes ANCHOR 8029, ANCHOR 8293 and WESTAR EM8293.

This table covers the gaskets that seal the valve cover to the cylinder head. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for. Read more

5 Valve Cover Gasket parts are listed for the 1981 Honda Accord, from FEL-PRO, AJUSA, APEX and 2 other brands. FEL-PRO VS50199R carries the "Popular" badge.

Part numbers include FEL-PRO VS50199R, AJUSA 56015900 and APEX AVC104, among others listed above.

This table covers the Valve Cover grommets. Read more

4 Valve Cover Grommet parts are listed for the 1981 Honda Accord, from APEX, FEL-PRO, JAPANESE OE and 1 other brand.

Listed part numbers: APEX AES100, FEL-PRO ES70337 and JAPANESE OE KF81126, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the pressed-in bronze and cast-iron guides that align valve stems. Typical signs include oil smoke on startup, a guide that has gone oval, or a valve that no longer seats quietly. Guides are a machine-shop fit. Confirm stem diameter in the notes before ordering. Read more

6 Valve Guide parts are listed for the 1981 Honda Accord, from ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS, QUALCAST and TOPLINE. ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS VG972BR carries the "Popular" badge.

Listed part numbers: ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS VG972BR, ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS VG972CI and QUALCAST 307710, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the Valve seats. Read more

4 Valve Seat parts for the 1981 Honda Accord come from 2 brands — PIONEER and QUALCAST.

Part numbers include PIONEER 38510, PIONEER 38520 and QUALCAST 21125052, among others listed above.

This table covers the springs that close each intake and exhaust valve. Typical signs include a sagging corner, a broken coil, or a clunk from the spring pocket. Replace springs in axle pairs and inspect the seats. Read more

2 Valve Spring parts for the 1981 Honda Accord come from ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS.

This group includes ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS VS1133 and ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS VS1134.

This table covers the Valve Spring retainers. Read more

This group shows a single part: ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS 051135.

This table covers the keepers that lock each valve-spring retainer to the stem. Read more

This group shows a single part: PIONEER PF235.

This table covers the seals on each valve stem that control oil into the guides. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again. Read more

10 Valve Stem Seal parts are listed for the 1981 Honda Accord, from FEL-PRO, ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS, TOPLINE and 3 other brands. FEL-PRO SS72552 carries the "Popular" badge.