Honda Accord: Front Suspension
Eighth generation (2008–2012) / Honda Accord MK8 2008-2012 Service Manual / Suspension / Front Suspension
- Knuckle/Hub/Wheel Bearing Replacement
- Upper Arm Replacement
- Lower Arm Removal / Installation
- Stabilizer Link Removal/Installation
- Stabilizer Bar Replacement
- Damper/Spring Removal and Installation
- Damper/Spring Disassembly, Inspection, and Reassembly
Ball Joint Boot Inspection / Replacemen
Special Tools Required
- Clip Guide, 45 mm 070AG-SJA0300
-Clip Guide, 41 mm 07974-SA50700
1. Check the ball joint boot for weakness, damage,
cracks, and grease leaks.
NOTE:
- If the ball joint ...
Knuckle/Hub/Wheel Bearing Replacement
Exploded View
Special Tools Required
- Ball Joint Thread Protector, 14 mm
07AAE-SJAA100
- Ball Joint Thread Protector, 12 m m 07AAF-SDAA100
- Ball Joint Thread Protector, 10 m m 07AAF-SECA120
...
See also:
Memorizing the Tire Pressure Sensor ID
Special Tools Required
TPMS Trigger Tool ATEQ VT55*
- Available through the Honda Tool and Equipment
Program 888-424-6857
All four tire pressure sensor IDs must be memorized to
the TPMS control u ...
Closing Force and Opening Drag
Check
1. Remove the headliner (see page 20-140).
2. Closing force check:
- Cover the leading edge of the glass (A) with a shop
towel (B), and attach a spring scale (C) as shown.
- Have an assistant ...
Tire Service Life
The service life of your tires is
dependent on many factors,
including, but not limited to, driving
habits, road conditions, vehicle
loading, inflation pressure,
maintenance history, speed, ...