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 ...
See also:
Front Bumper Fog Light Cover
Replacement
2-door
NOTE; Take care not to scratch the front bumper.
1. Remove the front bumper (see page 20-255).
2. Remove the screws (A, B), then remove the front
bumper fog light cover (C) from the fro ...
Hood Opener Cable Replacement
NOTE:
- Put on gloves to protect your hands.
- Take care not to scratch the body or the related parts.
- Take care not to kink the hood opener cable.
1. Remove these items:
- Front grille c ...
Emergency Engine Stop
If you cannot stop the engine by pressing the ENGINE START/STOP
button, do
either of the following operations:
• Press and hold the ENGINE START/STOP button for about two seconds.
• Firmly ...
