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HOMESERVICE MANUALSHONDA2002CIVIC SIREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 34 (POWER STEERING SYSTEM)POWER ASSIST CHECK

2002 Honda Civic Si

Power Assist Check

2002 Honda Civic SiSECTION Power Assist Check

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NOTE: This test should be done with original equipment tires and wheels at the correct tire pressure.

Check the power steering fluid level (see Fluid Replacement ) and pump belt tension (see Pump Belt Inspection and Adjustment ).
Start the engine, let it idle, and turn the steering wheel from lock-to-lock several times to warm up the fluid.
Attach a commercially available 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.
- If the scale reads no more than 30 N (3.1 kgf, 6.8 lbf) the gearbox and pump are OK.
- If the scale reads more than 30 N (3.1 kgf, 6.8 lbf) go to hard steering troubleshooting (see Symptom Troubleshooting ).
Fig 1: Attaching Appropriate Spring Scale To Steering Wheel
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.