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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Rearview Mirror Replacement
Without Automatic Dimming Mirror
1. Turn the rearview mirror base (A) 90 В°.
2. Slide the rearview mirror base (A) down toward the
bottom of the windshield to detach it from the spring
(B) in ...
Transmission Fluid Pressure Switch A
(2nd Clutch) Replacement
1. Remove the intake air duct.
2. Disconnect the connector (A) from the transmission
fluid pressure switch A (2nd clutch) (B), and remove
the transmission fluid pressure switch A (2nd clutch).
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Automatic Climate Control Sensors
The automatic climate control system is
equipped with a sunlight sensor and an
interior temperature sensor. Do not cover or
spill any liquid on them.
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