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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Idle Speed Inspection
NOTE:
- Before checking the idle speed, check these items:
- The malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) has not been
reported on, and there are no DTCs.
- Ignition timing
- Spark plug ...
Fuel Tank Replacement
1. Drain the fuel tank (see page 11 -309).
2. Reinstall the fuel tank unit without connecting the fuel
tank unit 4P connector and the quick-connect fitting
(see page 11-321).
3. Remove the fue ...
Starting the Engine
1. Make sure the parking brake is applied.
2. Check that the shift lever is in
, then
depress the brake pedal.
- Although it is possible to start the vehicle
in , it is safer to st ...