Honda Accord: Power Assist Check
tires and wheels at the correct tire pressure.
1. Check the power steering fluid level (see page 17-28).
2. Start the engine, let it idle, and turn the steering wheel from lock to lock several times to warm up the fluid.
3. Attach a commercially available spring scale (A) to the steering wheel. With the engine idling and the vehicle on a clean, dry floor, pull the scale as shown and read it as soon as the tires begin to turn.
-If the scale reads no more than the specification, the steering gearbox and pump are OK.
-If the scale reads more than the specification, troubleshoot the steering system (see page 17-24).
Initial turning load: 29 N
Steering Wheel Rotational Play Check
1. Set the front wheels in the straight ahead position.
2. Measure how far you can turn the steering wheel left
and right without moving the front wheels.
-If the play is within the limit, the ...
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Horn Switch Test
NOTE: Check for a blown No. 10 (20 A) fuse in the
under-hood fuse/relay box. If it is blown, check for a
faulty horn relay.
1. Turn the steering wheel 180 degrees from the center
position and re ...
TPMS Control Unit Replacement
NOTE: Make sure the TPMS control unit mounting
bracket is not bent or twisted as this may affect its
communication with the tire pressure sensors.
1. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).
2. R ...
Playing the FM/AM Radio (Models without navigation system)
Playing the FM/AM Radio (Models without navigation system) ...