Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Procedures
How To Begin Troubleshooting
When the Malfunction indicator Lamp (MlLl has been reported on, or there is a driveability problem, use the appropri-ate procedure below to diagnose and repair the problem.
A. When the MIL has come on:
1. Connect the Honda PGM Tester or an OBD Il scan tool to the 16P Data Link Connector (DLC) located behind theright side of the center console.
Turn the ignition switch ON (ll).
Check the DTC and note it. Also check and note
the freeze frame data.
Refer to the Diagnostic Trouble Code Chart and
begin troubleshooting.
NOTE:
. SeetheOBDll scan tool or Honda PGM Tester user's manuals for specific operating instructions.. The scan tool or tester can read the Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC), freeze frame data, current data, and otherEngine Control Module (ECM}/Powertrain Control Module (PCM) data.. Freeze frame data indicates the engine conditions when the first malfunction, misfire or fuel trim malfunction wasdetected. lt can be useful information when troubleshootino.
B. When the MIL has not come on, but there is a driveability problem, refer to the Symptom Chart on page 11-64.
C. DTCs will be indicated by the blinking of the Malfunction Indicator Lamp {MlL) with the SCS service connector con-nected.
Connect the SCS service connector to Service Check Connector as shown. {The 2P Service Check Connecror rslocated behind the right side of the center console.) Turn the ignition switch ON 0l).
DATA LINK CONNECTOR I16PI
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Steering
Special Toofs ............. 17-2
Component Locations
Index ................ ....... 17-3
Troubleshooting
General Troubleshooting ................ 1 7-4
Noise and Vibration ......................... 17-8
Fluid Leaks ............. 17-10
Inspection and Adiustment
Steering Operation .......................... 17-12
Power Assist Check
With Vehicle Parked ....................
Steering Linkage and Gearbox .......
Pump Belt
Rack Guide Adjustment ...................
Fluid Rep|acement ...................,,.,....
Pump Pressure Check .................,,...
*Steering Wheel
Removal ................. 17-18
*Steering Column
Removal/lnstallation ................ ....... 17 -2O
lnspection .............. 17-21
Steering Lock Replacement ............ 17 -22
Power Steering Hoses, Lines
Ffuid Leakage Inspection ................. 17 -23
Repfacement .......... 17-23
Power Steering Pump
Repfacement .......... 17-24
Disassembly ...........17-25
fnspection .............. 17-26
Reassembly ............ 17-28
Power Steering Gearbox
Removal ................. 17-31
Disassembly ........... 17-34
Reassembly ............ 17-40
Ball Joint Boot Replacement .......... 17-50
Installation ............. 17-51
17-12
17-13
17-14
l7-15
17-15
17-16
Disassembly/Reassembly............... 17-18
4'%/b.......... -r'-7--a/
SUPPLEN\EN AL RES\RA(N SYSTES{ (SRS\
This model has an SRS which includes a driver's airbag in the steering wheel hub. a passenger's airbag in the dashboardabove the glove box ('97 - 00 models), and seat belt tensioners in the seat belt retractors ('98 - 00 models). Informationnecessary to safely service the SRS is included in this Service Manual. ltems marked with an asterisk (*) on the contentspage include, or are located near, SBS components. Servicing. disassembling or replacing these items will require specialprecautions and tools, and should only be done by an authorized Honda oearer.
To avoid rendering the SRS inoperative, which could lead to peFonal iniury or death in the event of a sevore trontalcollision. allSRS service work must be performod by an authorized Honda dealer.lmproper service procedurgs, including incorrect removal and installalion of the SRS, could lead to personal iniurycaused by unintontional deployment of th€ airbags {'97 - 00 models), and seat belt tensioners ('98 - 00 modelsl.Do not bump the SRS unit. Otherwise, the system may lail in case ot a collision, or the airbags may deploy when theignition switch is ON (lll.
SRS electrical wiring harnesses are identitied by yellow colof coding. Ralated components are located in the steeringcolumn, front console, dashboard, dashboard lower panel, and in the dashboard above the glove box. Do not use elec-trical test equipment on these cilcuits,
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DTC Erasure
NOTE: This operation can also be done with the Honda PGM Tester.
1. Connect the SCS service connector to the service check connector (2P) located on the passenger's side of the center
console.
2. Press the brake oedal.
3. Turn the ignition switch ON (ll) while keeping the brake pedal pressed. The ABS indicator goes off after two seconds.
4. After the indicator goes off, release the brake pedal. The indicator comes on after four seconds.
5. After the indicator comes on, press the brake pedal again. The indicator goes off again after four seconds (the brake
oedal is still Dressed.)
6. After the indicator goes off, release the brake pedal again.
7. After four seconds. the indicator blinks twice for 0.3 second and the DTC is erased.
8. Confirm the DTC indication, and check that the DTC was erased.
NOTE: Always maintain these steps. lf you disconnect the SCS service connector and/or fail to operate the brake pedal
according to the indicator indication, the DTC will not be erased.
Conditions for DTC erasure
. The vehicle is stopped.
. The SCS service connector is connected before the ignition switch is turned ON (ll)
. The brake pedal is pressed before the ignition switch is turned ON (ll).
. The SCS service connector remains connected during this procedure.
The DTC erasure stops and the ABS control unit executes the software funqtion it at least one of the following conditions
b satisfied:
. The vehicle is not stopped.
. The SCS service connector is disconnected during this service.
. TheABScontrol unit receives the normal signal (which is for the ABS control unit) from a Honda PGM Tester.
. The brake pedal is not operated according to the indicator indication
. The DTC erasure is finished.
ON
ABS INDICATOR
OFF
DEPRESSED
BRAKE PEDAL
within 3 sec.0.3sec.
0.3sec.
within 3s€c. I within 3 s€c.
lonition switchdN (r)
RELEASED
19-39
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lnterior Trim
20-40
CARGO FRONTSPACER(see page 20 43)
FRONT PILLARTRIM(see page 20-41)
TRUNK FLOOREXTENSION(see page 20 43)
HEADLINERRemoval and lnstallation,page 20-44
Component Location Index
SRS components are located in the areas marked with an asterisk (*). Review the SRS component locations, precautions,
and procedures in the SRS section (24) before performing repairs or service.
CENTER PILLARUPPER TRIM(see page 20 41)CENTER PILLARLOWER TRIM PANEL(see page 20 41)
FRONT SIDETRIM(see page 20-41)
BEAR SIDETEIM(see page 20'41)
OUARTER PILLARTRIM PANEL(see page 20 42)
*CARPET
Replacement,page 20 45
CENTER CONSOLE IM/T}Replacement, page 20-47
CENTEN TABLE(see page 20-45)
PARKING BRAKECOVER(see page 20-45)
TRIM
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Carpet Replacement
SRS comDonents are located in this area. Review the SRS
component locations, precautions, and procedures in the
SRS section {24) before performing repairs or service.
CAUTION: Put on gloves to protect your hands.
Remove:
. Front seat (see page 20-571
. Rear seat (see page 20 63)
. Kick panel (see page 20-41)
. Center pillar lower trim panel (see page 20 41)
. Front side trim {see page 20-41)
. Lower console cover 1A,/T model, see page 20-49)
. Center console (lM/T model, see page 2o-47)
Remove the footrest.
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2.
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6x1.0mm9.8 N.m {1.0 kgf.m,7 .2 tbt.ttt
FOOTREST
3. Remove the parking brake cover.
>: Screw locations,2
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4. Remove the center table and table frame bracket.
>: Bolt locations, 4a: Nut locations, 4
>: Clip locations, 4
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8 x 1.25 mm22N.m l2.2kgl.n,16 tbt ft)
8 x 1.25 mm22 N.m 12.2 kgf.m,16 tbtfrl
Forwaad
TABLE FRAMEBRACKET
{cont'd)
CENTER TABLE
COVER
20-45
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Dashboard
Genter Console Replacement
M/T model:
NOTE; Take care not to scratch the dashboard and related
parts,
1, Remove the shift lever knob. screws and clips. then
remove the center console.
>: Screw location3,
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4 >: Clip locations.2
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Remove the screws, then
pocket.
remove the center upper
>: Screw locations, 4
3. Installation is the reverse of the removal procedure.
NOTE: lf necessary, replace any damaged clips.
lnstrument Panel Removal and
Installation
CAUTION:
. When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver. wrap it with
protestive tape, and apply prolestive tape around the
related parts, to provont damago,
a Put on glovss to protect your hands.
NOTE: Take care not to scratch the dashboard and related
pans.
1. Tilt the steering column down.
2. Remove the screws, and detach the clips, then care-
fullv remove the instrument oanel.
3. Installation is the reverse of the removal procedure.
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>: Screw locations,2
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PANEL
20-47
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Glove Box Removal and
Installation
CAUTION:
. When prying with a flat-tip 3crewdriver, wrap it withprotective tape, and apply protoqtive tape around ths
related parts, to prgveni damage.
. Put on gloveg to protect your hands.
NOTE: Take care not to scratch the dashboard and related
oarts.
1. Remove the glove box stops from each side.
GLOVE BOXSTOPS
GLOVE BOX
Remove the bolts, then remove the glove box.
>i Bolt locations,2
3. Installation is the reverse of the removal procedure.
20-49
Center Pocket Removal and
Installation
A/T model:
CAUTION: When prying with a tlat-tip screwdriver,
wrap it with protestive tape, and apply protective tape
around the related parts to prevent damage.
NOTE: Take care not to scratch the dashboard and related
oans.
1. Remove the lower console cover.
>: Scrgw locations,6 >: Clip locationsA >,2 B>,2
6F@'' I-l
elsl
Remove the screws, then carefully insert a flat-tip
screwdriver and push down on the top of the hook.
Remove the center pocket with the beverage holder,
Separate the center pocket, beverage holder and
beverage holder bracket.
4. Installation is the reverse of the removal orocedure.
COVER
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Dashboard
Center Dashboard Lower Gover
Removal and Installation
SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS
component locations, precautions, and procedures in the
SRS section {24) before performing repairs or service
CAUTION:
. Wh€n prying with a flat-tip screwdrivet, wrap it with
protective tap€, and apply proteclive tape around the
rslated parts to prevenl damage.
. Put on glovgs to protect your hands.
NOTE: Take care not to scratch the dashboard and related
oarts.
1. Remove:
. Driver's dashboard lower cover (see page 20-48)
. Glove box (see page 20-49)
. Center pocket (AVT model. see page 20-49)
. Center console (M/f model, see page 20-41l,
. Center upper pocket (M/T model, see page 2O-47J
2. Remove the screws, and detach the clips. then
remove the center dashboard lower cover.
Disconnect the connectors.
>: Screw locationa,.a
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3. Installation is the reverse of the removal procedure-
NOTE: Make sure the connectors are connected
properly.
20-50
>: Clip loc.tion6,3
I5
\"P I AccEssoRyI socKET
Center Panel Removal and
lnstallation
SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS
comDonent locations, precautions, and procedures in the
SRS section (24) before performing repairs or servace.
CAUTION:
. When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it with
protective tape, and apply protective tape around the
relatgd parts to prevent damage.
. Put on gloves to protect your hands.
NOTE: Take care not to scratch the dashboard and related
parts.
1. Remove:
. Driver's dashboard lower cover (see page 20-48)
. Glove box (see page 20-49)
. Center pocket (A,/T model, see page 20-49)
. Center console (M/T model, see page 20-47)
. Center upper pocket {M/T model, see page 20-47)
. Center dashboard lower cover
2. Remove the bolts, and release the clips. then pull
out the center panel. Disconnect the connectors and
antenna lead. then remove the center panel.
CLIMATE CONTBOLUNIT CONNECTORS
3. Installation is the reverse of the removal procedure.
NOTE: Make sure the connectors and antenna lead
are connected proPerly.
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tt.t !^ t u . I\lJS>,, \>ryI is I r-,/'
AUOIO UNIT
>: Bolt locations,2
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CENTER PANEL
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