Honda Accord ESM 2003 · Service Manual Service Manual 2003

Rack Guide Adjustment (EPS)

Rack Guide Adjustment

Special Tools Required
Locknut wrench, 43 mm, (  07MAA-SL00200)

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EPS Model:


1.Set the wheels in the straight ahead position.

2.Loosen the rack guide screw locknut (A) with the special tool, then loosen the rack guide screw (B).

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3.Tighten the rack guide screw (A) to 25 N·m (2.5 kgf·m, 18 lbf·ft), then loosen it.

SEA3E31F00000057151MBAD02B: 10-20° Max.B
25 N·m
(2.5 kgf·m,
18 lbf·ft)
A

4.Retighten the rack guide screw to 6.0 N·m ( 0.6 kgf·m, 4 lbf·ft), then back it off to specified angle.

Specified Return Angle: 10-20° Max. 


5.Hold the rack guide screw stationary with a wrench, and tighten the locknut by hand until it's fully seated.

6.Install the special tool on the locknut (B), and hold the rack guide screw stationary with a wrench.
Tighten the locknut to specified torque with the special tool.

7.Check for unusual steering effort through the complete turning range.

8.Check the steering wheel rotation play and the power assist.