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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Test/Replacement
EX-L, EX-L PZEV models
1. Remove the cover (A), then disconnect BP connector
(B).
2. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).
3. Measure the voltage between terminal No. 2 and
body ground.
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Cruise Control
Cruise control allows you to maintain
a set speed above 25 mph (40 km/h)
without keeping your foot on the
accelerator pedal. It should be used
for cruising on straight, open
highways. It is ...
Ignition Switch Replacement
NOTE: SRS components are located In the area. Review
the SRS component locations 4-door (see page 24-21),
2-door (see page 24-23), and precautions and
procedures (see page 24-25) before doing repai ...