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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Cf Hinder Bore Honing
Only a scored or scratched cylinder bore must be honed.
1. Measure the cylinder bores (see page 7-17).
If the engine block is to be reused, hone the cylinders,
and remeasure the bores.
2. Re ...
DTC Troubleshooting Index
* 1 : Brake system indicator turns ON when two or more wheels fail.
*2: A/T
* 1 : Brake system indicator turns ON when two or more wheels fail.
*2: A/T
* 1 : Brake system indicator turns ON ...
Adding Engine Oil
1. Unscrew and remove the engine oil fill cap.
2. Add oil slowly.
3. Reinstall the engine oil fill cap, and tighten
it securely.
4. Wait for three minutes and recheck the
engine oil dipsti ...