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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Selecting a Memorized Position
To select a memorized position, do
this:
1. Make sure the parking brake is set
and the shift lever is in Park
(automatic).
2. Press the desired memory button
(1 or 2) until you hear a beep ...
Checking Wiper Blades
If the wiper blade rubber has deteriorated, it will leave streaks and the
metal wiper
arm may scratch the window glass. ...
Fuel Pump/Fuel Gauge Sending Unit
Replacement
1. Remove the fuel tank unit (see page 11 -320).
2. Remove the fuel level sensor (fuel gauge sending
unit) (A) from the fuel tank unit (B).
3. Check these items before installing the fuel tank ...