L-series
LEA2
LEA2 IMA Hybrid (L15-based)
Displacement
1.5L (1497 cc)
Configuration
Inline-4
Power
110 hp (82 kW) @ 5500 rpm (engine); +23 hp (17 kW) IMA motor
Torque
172 Nm (127 lb-ft) @ 3500 rpm (engine)
Compression
10.8:1
Bore × Stroke
73.0 mm x 89.4 mm
Valvetrain
SOHC i-VTEC
Aspiration
Naturally aspirated
Fuel System
PGM-FI
Years
2012-2015
Factory Fitment
Honda Civic Hybrid FB4; Honda Civic Hybrid (FB4)
Notes
Larger-battery IMA setup for the ninth-generation Civic Hybrid.
Swaps using the LEA2
Guides mentioning the LEA2
Moderate
2-3 hours
Honda DOHC Non-VTEC Rocker Cover Gasket and Cam Plug Reseal
Easy
1-1.5 hours
Honda Throttle Body Cleaning (Carbon and Oil Deposit Removal)
Expert
1 week or more
Turbocharging a Naturally Aspirated Honda: Full Turbo Kit Installation
Difficult
8-12 hours
Acura TSX HID Projector Retrofit into EG Civic Headlights
Difficult
1-2 days (an experienced mechanic can have the gearbox out in about an hour)
Honda Manual Transmission Removal and Input Shaft Bearing Replacement
Easy
15-30 minutes
Honda PGM-FI Fault Code Reading and ECU Reset (OBD0/OBD1/OBD2)
Expert
3 weeks (including engine bay respray and certification)
H22A Prelude Engine Swap into an EG Civic
Moderate
1-2 hours
Honda Valve Clearance (Tappet) Adjustment
Moderate
1-2 hours
Honda Fit (GE8) DIY Short-Ram / Cold-Air Intake Using the Factory MAF Tube
Moderate
1-2 hours
Honda S2000 EVAP System Delete with Fuel-Tank Vent Valve
Difficult
2-3 hours (first time)
Honda Fit L15A7 Valve Clearance Check and Adjustment (2nd-Gen GE8)
Moderate
6-8 hours (a full day if discs are thoroughly cleaned)
Honda Civic (FN3) Rear Brake Disc and Pad Replacement - EBC GD Grooved Discs and Yellow Stuff Pads