Honda Accord: Backlash Inspection
1. Place the differential assembly on V-blocks (A), and install the intermediate shaft (B) and the left driveshaft (C).

2. Measure the backlash of both pinion gears (D) with a dial indicator (E). If the backlash is not within the standard, check the differential carrier condition, and replace it if necessary.
Standard (New): 0.05-”0.15 mm
(0.002-0.006 in)
Differential Carrier/Final Driven Gear Replacemen
1. Loosen the bolts in a crisscross pattern in several
steps, then remove the bolts and the final driven gear
(A) from the differential carrier (B).
2. Install the final driven gear with the cham ...
See also:
Indicators
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Rocker Arm Oil Control Valve
Removal/Installation
All models except PZEV
1. Remove the strut brace (see page 20-306).
2. Disconnect the rocker arm oil control solenoid
connector (A) and the rocker arm oil pressure switch
connector (B).
3. Re ...
Compass Calibration
If the compass indicates the wrong direction, or the CAL indicator
blinks, you need
to manually calibrate the system.
Compass operation can be affected under the
following conditions:
• Driv ...
