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:
DTC Troubleshooting
DTC P0420: Catalyst System Efficiency Below
Threshold
NOTE:
- Before you troubleshoot, record all freeze data and
any on-board snapshot, and review the general
troubleshooting information (see pa ...
Motor Test
1. Remove the front seat back panel, and seat-back
cover/pad.
• 4-door (see page 20-221)
• 2-door (see page 20-213)
2. Disconnect the 2P connector (A) from the lumbar
support motor (B ...
Emergency Towing
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow your vehicle.
• Flat bed equipment
The operator loads your vehicle on the back of a truck.
This is the best way to transport your vehicle.
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