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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How the Passenger Airbag Off Indicator Works
This indicator alerts you that the
passenger’s front airbag has been
shut off because weight sensors
detect about 65 lbs (29 kg) or less
(the weight of an infant or small
child) on the f ...
Glass Replacement
1. Close the glass fully.
2. Slide the sunshade all the way back.
3. Pry out the lid (A), remove the screw (B), and release
the hooks (C), then remove the bracket cover (D).
Repeat on the op ...
Glove Box Light Replacement
"08-09 models
1. Remove the glove box stops and damper (see page
20-174).
2. Turn the bulb socket (A) 45 В° counterclockwise to
remove it.
Glove Box Light: 2 CP
3. Remove the bulb (B) ...