Honda Accord: 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 steering gearbox and the steering linkages are OK.
-If the play exceeds the limit, adjust the rack guide (see page 17-17). If the play is still excessive after rack guide adjustment, inspect the steering linkage and steering gearbox (see page 17-5).
Rotational'play; 0—10 mm (0—0.39 In)
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 ...
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Driveshaft Inspection
1. Check the inboard boot (A) and the outboard boot (B)
on the driveshaft (C) for cracks, damage, leaking
grease, and loose boot bands (D). If any damage is
found, replace the boot and the boot ban ...
Starting the Engine
1. Make sure the parking brake is applied.
2. Check that the shift lever is in
, then
depress the brake pedal.
- Although it is possible to start the vehicle
in , it is safer to st ...
Airbag System Components
The front, front side, and side curtain
airbags are deployed according to the
direction and severity of impact. Both side
curtain airbags are deployed in a rollover.
The airbag system inclu ...