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Pump outlet line(high pressure,
/
Pump inlet Iine(low-pressure)
Replace the housing O-rings
lf the housing still leaks, rePlace
the pumP.
Reservoir is overfilledPull off the hose and drain the
reservoit to the Proper level.
Air leak in suction side ofthe sys'
tem (reservoir, inlet hose, tront
pump seal).
Tighten the fifting. lI it's still leak-
ing, replace the O-ring or feed line.Leaking at the threaded fitting
Leaking at the swagged joint.
Leaking because ol damage, dete_
rioration, or imProPer assemblY.Reolace or rePair as necessarY.
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Inspection and Adjustment
Steering Operation
Place the front wheels in the straight ahead position,
and measure the distance the steering wheel can beturned without moving the front wheels.
ROTATIONAL PLAY: 0 - 10 mm l0 - 0.39 inl
lf the play exceeds the service limit. perform rack guide
adjustment (see page 17-33).
lf the play is still excessive after rack guide adjustment.inspect the steering linkage and gearbox as describedon the nel(t pag€.
ROTATIONAL PLAY
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Power Assist Gheck with
Vehicle Parked
1. Check the power steering fluid level (see page 17-33) and pump belt tension (see page 17-32).
2. Start the engine, allow it to idle. and turn the steer-ing wheel from lock-tolock several times to warm
up the fluid.
3. Attach a spring scale to the steering wheel. With theengine idling and the vehicle on a clean, dry floor,pull the scale as shown and read it as soon as thetires begin to turn.
The scale should read no more than 29 N (3.0 kgf.
6.6 lbf). lf it reads more, check the gearbox andpump,
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Inspection and Adjustment
Pump Belt
NOTE: When using a new belt, first adjust the deflection
or tension to the values for the new belt, then readjust
the deflection or tension to the values for the used beltafter running engine for five minutes.
Inspection
Attach the special tool to the belt and measure the ten-sion of the belt.
Tension:'99 -'00 mod€ls: B1642 Engin. Type onlyUsed Bsh: 390 - 540 N lao - 55 kgt.88 - 120 tbf)New Belt:740 - 880 N {75 - 90 kgf, 170 - 200 tbt}'96 - '00 models: Other Engine Types
Used Beh: 340 - 490 N (35 - 50 kgf, 77 - ilO tbflNew Belt:640 - 780 N 165 - 80 ksf, 1& - 176 tbf)NOTE:
. lf there are cracks or any damage evident on the belt,reDlace it with a new one.. Follow the manufacturer's instructions for the tensiongauge.
BELT TENSION GAUGE07JGG _ 001010A
Inspect the pump belt for cracks or any damage.Replace the belt with a new one if necessary.
Measuremont without Beh Tension Gauga:
Apply a force of 98 N (10 kgt,22 lbfl and measure thedeflection between the power steering pump and thecrankshaft pulleys.
Dsflectior:'99 -'00 model3: 816A2 Engine Typ€ ontyUsed Beh: 7.5 - 11.0 mm t0.30 - 0.43 inlNew Beh:5.0 - 7.0 mm (0.20 - 0.28 in)'96 - '00 models: Othor Engine Typos
Used Behi 10.5 - 14.0 mm (0.ial - 0.59 inlNow Beh:7.5 - 10.0 mm (0.30 - 0.39 inl
POWER STEERING PULUY
CRANKSHAFT PULLEY
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Adiustment
1. Loosen the power steering pump mounting bolts.
2. Adjust the belt tension.
'99 - '00 mod€ls: 816A2 Engin€ Typo only
. Turn the adjusting bolt by hand to get the proper belttension, then retighten the mounting bolts,
ADJUSNNG BOLT
PUMP MOUNNNG BOLTS24 N.m (2.4 kgf'm, 17 tbtftlPOWER STEERINGPUMP
'96 -'00 modek: Othcr Engins Typos
. Pry power steering pump away from the engine witha wrench to get the proper belt tension, then retight-en the mounting bolts.
PUMP MOUNTING BOLT24 N.m (2,4 kgf.m, 17 lbl.ftl
PUMP MOUNTING BOLT24 N.m {2.a kgt m, 17 tbtftl
Start the engine and turn the steering wheel fromlock-to-lock several times, then stop the engine andrecheck the deflection of the belt,

IRack Guide Adjustment
NOTE: Perform rack guide adjustment with the wheels
in the straight ahead Position.
1. Loosen the rack guide screw locknut with the
cialtool.
'96 - '97 models:
Loosen the rack guide screw
'98 - '00 models:
Remove the rack guide screw and remove the old
sealant off of the threaded section.
Apply new sealant all around the threads. Loosely
installthe rack guide screw
Tighten the rack guide screw to 25 N'm (2.5 kgf'm.
18 lbf.ft), then loosen it.
Retighten the rack guide screw to 3 9 N'm (0.4 kgim,
2.9 lbf.ft), then back it off to specified angle.
Specified Return Angle: 20" max.
Tighten the locknut while holding the rack guide
screw.
Check for tight or loose steering through the com-
plete turning travel.
Perform following insPections:
. Steering operation (see page 17-30).
. Power assist with vehicle parked.
4.
LOCKNUT WRENCH, 40 mm
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Fluid Replacement
Check the reservoir at regular intervals, and add fluid as
necessary.
CAUTION: Always us€ Genuine Honda Power Stearing
Fluid-V or S. Using any other type of power sto€ring
tluid or automatic transmission lluid can cause
increased wear and poor steering in cold weathor.
SYSTEM CAPACITY:
0.85 liter 10.90 US' qt,0.75 lmp'qt)
at disassembly
RESERVOIR CAPACITY:
0.4 liter (0.42 US. qt, 0.35 lmP.qt)
LEVEL LINE
LOWER LEVEL LINE
1. Raise the reservoir, then disconnect the return nose.
2. Connect a hose of suitable diameter to the discon-
nected return hose, and put the hose end in a suit-
able container.
CAUTION: Take care not to spill tho fluid on the
body and parts. Wipe off any spill€d fluid at oncs'
3. Start the engine, let it run at idle, and turn the steer-
ing wheel from lock-to-lock several times When
fluid stops running out of the hose, shut off the
engine, Discard the fluid.
4. Reinstall the return hose on the reservoir'
5. Fill the reservoir to the upper level line.
6. Start the engine and run it at fast idle, then turn the
steering trom lock-to-lock several times to bleed air
trom the system.
7. Recheck the fluid level and add some it necessary.
CAUTION: Do not fill the reservoir beYond the
upper l€vel line.
HOSE

lnspection and Adjustment
Pump Pressure Check
Check the fluid pressure as follows to determine
whether the trouble is in the pump or gearbox.
NOTE: First check the power steering fluid level andpump belt tension.
CAUTION: Disconnect the high pr$sure hos€ with care
so as not lo spill the power sieering tluid on tha frame
and other parts.
1. Disconnect the outlet line from the Dumo outlet fit-
ting, then installthe P/S joint adaptor (pump) on the
Dumo outlet.
2. Connect the P/S joint adaptor (hose) to the power
steering pressure gauge, then connect the outlet
hose to the adaptor.
3. Install the power steering pressure gauge to the P/Sjoint adaptor (pump) as shown.
ourlEr HosE FnrNo ,t"ll lrilu"ott
P/S JOINT ADAPTOB IHOSEI07RAK - S0i10l2rol07RAK- 50{{)120
P/S PRESSURE GAUGE07406 - 001000Aor07406 - 0010001
4. Open the shut-off valve fully.
5. Open the pressure control valve fully.
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(Pa.t of tooll11 N.m11.1 kgt m, 8 lbf.ftl
PRESSURECONTROL VALVE
SHUT.OFFVALVE
PUMP OUTLETFITTING
6 x 1.0 mm BOLTlPart of tool)11 N.m11.1 kgf m, 8 lbtftl
7.
Start the engine and let it idle.
Turn the steering wheel from lock-to-lock several
times to warm the fluid to operating temperature.
Measure steady-state fluid pressure while idling. If
the pump is in good condition, the gauge should
read less than 1500 kPa (15 kgf/cmr, 213 psi).
lf it reads high, check the outlet line or valve body
unit (see General Troubleshooting 17-22).
Close the pressure control valve, then close the
shut-off valve gradually until the pressure gauge
needle is stable. Read the oressure.
lmmediately open the pressure control valve fully.
GAUTION: Do not keep lhe prossure control valve
clos€d more then 5 soconds or the pump could be
damagod by over-heating.
lf the pump is in good condition, the gauge should
read at least 6,400 - 7,400 kPa (65 - 75 kgflcm,, 920 -
1,070 psi). A low reading means pump output is too
low for full assist. Repair or replace the pump,
9.
P/S PBESSURE GAUGE07{16 -@1@OA
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SI{UT.OFF VALVE

Steering Column
I
Removal/lnstallation
SRS components are located in this area. Review the
SRS component locations, precautions, and proceclures
in the SRS sectron (24) before pertorming repairs or ser-
vice.
NOTE: Before removing the steering column for SRS,
remove the driver's airbag assembly and cable reel lsee
section 24).
1. Remove the steering wheel (see page 17 35).
2. Remove the driver's dashboard lower cover and
driver's knee bolster (see section 20).
3. Remove the combination switch assembly from the
steering column sha{t by disconnecting the connec-
tors.
4. Disconnect the ignition switch connectors.
5. Remove the steering joint cover.
6. Bemove the steering joint bolls.
7. Disconnect the steering ioint by moving the joint
toward the column, and remove it from the column
shaft.
8. Remove the steering column by removing the
attaching nuts and bolt.
UPPER
RETAINING COLLABNOTE: Take care not to let the
retaining collar fall out ofposition during installation.
STEERING JOINT BOLTS22 N.m {2.2 kgf.m, 16lbtft}
9. Installation is the reverse of the removal procedure
NOTE:
. Make sure the steering joint is connected as follows:
a. Insert the upper end of the steering ioint onto the
steering shaft (line up the bolt hole with the flat on
the shait), and loosely install the upper joint bolt.
b. Slip the lower end of the steering joint onto the
pinion shaft (line up the bolt hole with the groove
around the shaft), and loosely install the lower
joint bolt.
Be sure that the lowei joint bolt is securely in the
groove in the pinion shaft.
c. Pull on the steering joint to make sure that the
steering joint js fully seated. Then tighten the ioint
bolts.
. 8e sure the wires are not caught or pinched by any
parts when installing the column
. Make sure the wire harness is routed and fastened
properly.
. Make sure the connectors are properly connected.
STEERING COLUMN
COMBINATION SWITCHASSEMBLY
FLANGE NUT13 N.m {1.3 kgl.m.9 lbf ft)
COLUMN COVER
FLANGE BOLTS22Nm12.2kgl'm,16 tbt.tr)
UPPER JOINT BOLTBolt musl line upon shaft.
Groove.
LOWER JOINT BOLT8oh must line up wrthgroove around on shaft.
CLIP
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JOINT COVER
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Steering Column
Inspection
NOTE: The tilt steering column type is shown; the con-
ventional steering column is similar except for the tilt
mechantsm.
Check the steering column ball bearing and the steer-ing joint bearings for play and proper movement. lf
there is noise or if there is excessive play, replace the
steering column as an assembly.
Check the retaining collar for damage. lf it is dam-
aged, replace the retaining collar.
Check the absorbing plates, absorbing plate
and sliding capsules for distonion or breakage.
Replace the steering column as an assembly
are distorted or broken.
COLUMN BALL
ABSORBING PLATE GUIDES
guides
if they
SLIDING
BEARINGS
TILT LOCK BOLTTighten the lock bolt withthe tilt lever raised.
This part is attachodto the column bracketwith the plastic injections.
1.Move the tilt lever from the loose position to lockposition 3 to 5 times; then measure the tilt leverpreload l0 mm {0.4 in) from the end ofthe tilt lever.
Preload: 70 - 90 N (7 - 9 kgf. 15 - 20 lbf)
lf the measurement is out of the specification,
adjust the pfeload using the following procedures.
a. Loosen the tilt lever, and set the steering column
in the neutral position.
b. Remove the 6 mm lock bolt and remove the stop.
c. Adjust the preload by turning the tilt lock bolt left
or flgnr.
d. Pull up the tilt lever to the uppermost position and
install the stop. Check the preload again. lf the
measurement is still out of specification, repeat
the above procedures "a" through "c" to adjust.
CAUTION: Be caretul not to loosen tho tilt lever
when installing the stop or tightening the 6 mm
lock bolt.
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10 mm (0.4 inl
9.8 N.m (1.0 kgl.m,7 lbf.ft)

Power Steering Hoses, Lines
Fluid Leakage Inspection
HOSES and LINES
. Inspect hoses for damage, leaks, interference or
twisting.
. Inspect tluid lines for damage, rusting and leakage.
. Inspect for leaks at hose and line joints and connec-
tions.
POWER STEERINGswtTcH12 N.m {1.2 kgt.m,9lbt.ft}
CYLINDER HOUSING-to.CYLINDER LINES28 N.m (2.7 kgf.m, 20 lbf.ft)
VALVE BODY UNIT-to-CYLINDER LINES'17 N.m {1.712 tbl.ftl
VALVE BODY UNIT-Io-FEED/RETURN LINES
Feed line: 14 x '1.5 mm llare nut
37 N.m {3.8 kgJ.m, 27 lbf'tt)
Return Line Joint 16 x 1.5 mm flare nut
28 N m 12.7 kgf.m,20 lbtft)
HOSE CLAMP:
. Position the hose clamps at the points indicated (b) in
the drawing above.
. Slide the hose over the line until it contacts the stop.
8()07Check for leaks.
OUTLET HOSE11 N.m
G€AR8OX and VALVE BODY UNITCheck for leaks at the mating surfaceand flare nut connections,
tbt(Double Ring Typei
CAUTION: Check all clamps for deterioration or delor-
mation; replace with the clamps new ones il necessary.
(1.1 kgf.m,8
PUMP ASSEMBLYCheck for leaks at the pump
seal, inlet and outlet fiftings.
Replacement
NOTE:
. Connect each hose to the corresponding pipe securely
until it contacts the stop on the line. Install the clamp
or adiustable clamp at the specified distance from the
hose end as shown.
. Add the power steering fluid to the specified level on
the reservoir and check for leaks.
ADJUSTABLE HOSE CLAMP:
. Position the adiustable hose clamps at the points
indicated (a) in the drawing above.
. Slide the hose over the line until it contacts the stop.
2.5 - 5.5 mm{0.01 - 0.22 in)2.0 - 4.0 mm(0.08 - 0.16 in)
2.5 - 5.5 mm(0.01- 0.22 in)1.,
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