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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Troubleshooting
General Troubleshootin g
Check the following before you begin:
. Has the suspension been modified in a way that would affect steering?
. Are tire sizes, tire variety and air pressure correct?
. ls the steering wheel original equipment or equivalent?
. ls the power steering pump belt properly adjusted?
. ls steering fluid reservoir filled to proper level?
. ls the engine idle speed correct and steady?
Hard Steering (Check the power assist, see page 17-12. lf the force is over 29 N (3.0 kgl 6.6 lbfl, proceed with this troubleshooting.i
Abnormalthiidpressure (Iluidpressure is toohigh)
Relief pressuretoo low
Faulty valve body unit
Abnormal
Check the teed and return circuit lines and hosebetween the gearbox and pump for clogging anddeformation.
Normal line and hose
Check the pump fluid pressure(see page 17-16 or 17-17).Measure steady state lluid pres-
sure at idle with the pressure con-trol valve and the shut-off valve (it
so equipped) fully open.The fluid pressure should be 1,500kPa (15 kgf/cm,,213 psi)or less.
Normal
Check the flow control valve (see page 17 26).. Check the valv€ lor smooth movement in the hous-ing.. Check the relief valve for leaks.
Check the pump fluid pressure(see page 17-16 or l7-17).Measure pump relief pressure atidle with the pressure controlvalve and the shut'off valve lil soequipped) fully closed.The fluid pressure should be 6,9007,800 kPa (70 - 80 kgflcm,, 1,000- 1,140 psi).
Normal relief pressure
17-4
Go to page 17 5Faulty pump assemblyFaulty flow control valve
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Uneven or rough steering.Ad,ust the rack gu ide (see page 17- 15).
ll the problem is not corrected byadjusting the rack guide, replacethe gearbox.
Adjust the belttension. Replace thebelt, if necessary (see page 17-14).Belt slipping on pulley.
lf the engine stalls when thewheel is turned while the vehicleis stopped or moving at lowspeed, adjust the idle speed (seesection 111.
ldle speed low or erratic.
Check power steering lluid level. lfthe level is excessively low checkfor leaks in the system. Add fluidto the specified level.
Air in reservoir, or check powersteering tluid level.
lf fluid level is OK, check O-ringsand seals on both ends of thepump inlet hose, and the P/Spump housing mating surlacesand drive shaft oil seal for suction leaks. Check the reservoir forcracks, Replace parts as neces-
Pump belt slipping on pulley(pump stops momentarily).Adjust the belt tension (see page17-14) or replace belt.
Check if pump pressure is normaland the gauge needle travel is 500kPa (5 kgl/cm,, 71 psi) or less.Check the flow control valve if theneedle travel exceeds 500 kPa (5kgflcm' , 71 psi). lI the flow controlvalve is normal, replace the pumpas an assembly,
Install the power steering pres-sure gauge, Close the pressurecontrol valve and shut off valve (if
so equipped) fully and measurethe pump pressure (see page 17-16ot 17 17).
Steering wheel kicks backduring wide turns.
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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 be
turned without moving the front wheels.
ROTATIONAL PLAY: 0 - 10 mm (0 - 0.39 inl
lf the play exceeds the limit, perform rack guide adjust-
ment (see page 17-15).
lf the play is still excessive after rack guide adjustment,
inspect the steering linkage and gearbox as described
on the next page.
ROTANONAL PLAY
+i r
17-12
Power Assist Check with
Vehicle Parked
1. Check the power steering fluid level (see page 17-
15) and pump belt tension (see page 17-14).
2. Start the engine, allow it to idle, and turn the steer-
ing wheel from lock-toiock several times to warm
up the fluid.
3. Aftach a spring scale 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.
SPRINGSCALE(Commercially
available)
The scale should read no more than 29 N (3.0 kgf,
6.6 lbfl. lf it reads more, check the gearbox and
oumo.
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Inspection and Adjustment
Pump Belt
When using a new belt. first adjust the deflection or ten-
sion to the values for the new belt, then readjust the
deflection or tension to the values for the used belt after
running engine for five minutes.
Inspection
Note these items during inspection:
a lf there are cracks or any damage evident on the belt,
replace it with a new one.
. Follow the manufacturer's instructions lor the tension
gauge.
'1. Remove the P/S reservoir from the bracket, and set
it aside.
2. Attach the belt tension gauge to the belt with the
gauge face toward the engine, and measure the ten-
sion of the belt.
Remove the belt tension gauge carefully to avoid
hitting the gauge reset lever.
Tension:
Used Belt: 390 - 540 N {40 - 55 kgf, 88 - 121 lbf)
New Belt: 7,[0 - 840 N (75 - 90 kgf, 165 - 198 lbf)
CRANKSHAFT PULLEY
17-14
Measurement without Belt Tension Gauge:
Apply a force ot 98 N (10 kgf,22 lbt) and measure the
deflection between the power steering pump and the
crankshaft oullevs.
Deflection:
Used Belt: 11.0 - 1i1.5 mm {0.'(l - 0.57 in)
New Belt: 7.5 - 10.0 mm {0.30 - 0.39 in)
CRANKSHAFT PULLEY
Adiustment
'1. Loosen the power steering pump mounting bolt
and pump lock bolt.
PUMP MOUNNNG BOLT24 N'm (2.4 kgf'm, 17 lbf ftl
PUMP LOCK BOLT24 N.m 12.4 kgf.m, 17 lbf.ftl
Adjust the belt tension by moving the power steer-
ing pump with a 1/2" drive breaker bar to obtain theproper belt tension, then retighten the mounting
bolt and lock bolt.
Start the engine and turn the steering wheel from
lock-to-lock several times, then stop the engine and
recheck the deflection of the belt.
Measure here.
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Pump Pressure Check With T/N 07406 -
Check the fluid pressure as follows to determine whether
the trouble is in the pump or gearbox.
1. Check the power steering tluid level (see page 17-
151, and pump belt tension (see page 17-14).
2. Disconnect the pump outlet hose from the pump
outlet with care so as not to spill the power steering
fluid on the frame and other parts, then install the
P/S joint adapter (pump) on the pump outlet.
6 x 1.0 mm BOLT(Part oftool)
FEED HOSE HfNNG
PUMP OUTLET HOSE
1'l N.m 11.1 kgf.m,8lbf ft)
P/S PRESSURE GAUGE07406 - 001000A
6 x 1.0 mm BOLT(Part ol tool)11 N.m(1.r kg{.m,8lbf'ft|
Connect the P/S joint adapter (hose) to the P/S pres-
sure gauge, then connect the outlet hose to the P/S
joint adapter (hose).
Install the P/S pressure gauge to the P/S joint
adapter (pumpl.
001000A
5. Open the pressure controlvalve fully.
PRESSURECONTROL VALVE
7.
10.
Start the engine and let it idle.
Turn the steering wheel from lock-to-lock several
times to warm the tluid to operating temperature.
Measure steady-state fluid pressure while the engine
is idling. It the pump is in good condition, the gauge
should read 1,500 kPa (15 koflcm' ,213 psi). lf it reads
high. check the outlet hose or valve body unit {see
General Troubleshooting),
Close the-pressure control valve gradually and read
the oressure.
CAUTION: Do not keep the pressurs control valve
closed more then 5 seconds or the pump could bo
damaged by overheating.
lmmediately open the pressure controlvalve fully.
lf the pump is in good condition, the gauge should
read at least 6,900 - 7;800 kPa (70 - 80 kgflcm' ,
1,000 - 1.140 psi), A low reading means pump out-
Dut is too low for {ull assist. Repair or replace the
oumo.
17-17
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Power Steering Hoses, Lines
Fluid Leakage Inspection
HOSES and LINES
. lnspect hoses for damage. leaks. interference and twisting
. Inspect fluid linesfor damage, rusting and leakage.
. Check for leaks at hose and line joints and connections.
FEED HOSE37 N.m 13.8 kgf.m, 27 lbtft)RETURN LINE JOINT28 N.m (2.9 kgf.m.21 lbf.ftl
CYLINDER LINES17 N.m (1.7 kgf.m. 12 lbf.ftl
FOWER STEERING PRESSURE SWITCH12 N.m (1.2 kgf.m,8.7 lbtft)
26 N.m (2.7 kgf.m, 20 lbf.ft)
GEARBOX .nd VALVE BODY UNllCheck for leaks at the mating surfaceand flare nut connections.
CYLINDER
FEED HOSE11 N.m('1.1 kgt.m, 8 lbf.ftl
SUCTION HOSE
PUMP ASSEMBLYCheck for leaks atthe pump
seal. inlet and outlet fittings.
Note these items during installation:
. Connect each hose to the corresponding line securely
until it contacts the stop on the line. Install the clamp
or adjustable clamp at the specified distance from the
hose end as shown.
. Check all clamDs for deterioration or deformation;
replace with the clamps new ones if necessary.
. Add the recommended power steering fluid to the
specified level on the reservoir and check for leaks.
ADJUSTABLE HOSE CLAMP: la)
. Position the adjustable hose clamps at the points
indicated by (a) in the drawing above.
. Slide the hose over the line until it contacts the stop.
HOSE CLAMP: lbl
. Position the hose clamps at the
(b) in the drawing above.
. Slide the hose over the line until
Replacement
10.01 - 0.22 in)
points indicatsd by
it contacts the stop,
2.0 - 4.0 mm10.08 - 0.16 inl2.5 - 5.5 mm{0.01 - 0.22 in}17 -23
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Power Steering Pump
Replacement
1.Place a suitable container under the vehicle.
Drain the power steering fluid from the reservoir.
Remove the belt by loosening the pump mountingbolt and pump lock bolt.
PUMP MOUNNNG BOI.T24 N.m 12.4 kgt m, 17 lbl.ftl
PUMP LOCK BOLT24 N.m (2.4 kg{.m, 1, tbfttl
Cover the IVC compressor with several shop towelsto protect it from spilled power steering fluid.Disconnect the pump inlet hose and pump outlethose from the pump, and plug them. Take care notto spill the lluid on the body or parts. Wipe off anyspilled fluid at once.
Remove the pump mounting bolt and pump lockbolt, then remove the pump. Do not turn the steer-ing wheelwith the pump removed.
Cover the opening of the pump with a piece of tapeto prevent foreign materialfrom entering the pump.
PUMP OU'I.TT HOSE
11 N.m (1.1 kgf.m,E rbf.ti)
17-24
7.Connect the pump inlet hose and pump outlet hose.Tighten the pump fittings securely.
Loosely install the pump in the pump bracket withthe mounting bolt and lock bolt.
Install the pump belt.
Note these items du.ing belt instsllation:. Make sure that the power steering belt is proper-
ly positioned on the pulleys.
. Do not get power steering fluid or grease on thepower steering belt or pulley faces, Clean off anyfluid or grease before installation
FOWER STEER G EELT
PUTrlY
Adiust the pump belt (see page 17-141.
Fill the reservoir to the upper level line (see page't7 -151..
10.
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