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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Airbag Care
You do not need to, and should not, perform any maintenance on or replace any
airbag system components yourself. However, you should have your vehicle
inspected by a dealer in the following situat ...
Alternator and Regulator
Circuit Troubleshooting
Special Tools Required
Alternator, Regulator, Battery, and Starter Tester
OTC3131*
^Available through the Honda Tool and Equipment
Program 888-424-6857
1. Make sure the battery connections are go ...
Sound Quality Diagnosis
Special Tools Required
Diagnostic CD 07AAZ-SDBA100
Use the following tests to check sound quality.
NOTE: Before beginning the following tests, write down
the customer's bass, treble, fader and b ...
