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:
Radio Theft Protection
Your vehicle’s audio system may
disable itself if it is disconnected
from electrical power for any reason.
To make it work again, you must
enter a specific five-digit code with
the preset b ...
Oil Pan Remowal
1. If the engine is already out of the vehicle, go to step
19.
2. Remove the strut brace (if equipped) (see page
20-306).
3. Do the battery removal procedure (see page 22-92).
4. Remove the ...
Front Door Latch Replacement
NOTE: Put on gloves to protect your hands.
1. Remove the door panel and the inner handle:
- 2-door ( s e e p a g e 20-12)
- 4-door (see page 20-17)
2. Remove the plastic cover, as needed (see st ...