ENGINE SPEED SENSING POWER STEERING
N-18prose procedureFluid pressure (continued)
- 7Turn the steering wheel fully to the left and right and measure the fluid pressure generated by the gear housing. If the pressure is not within specification, replace the gear housing assembly.If the steering wheel is kept in the fully turned position for more than 15 seconds, the fluid temperature will rise excessively and adversely affect the oil pump.
05U0NX-030 - 8Remove the gauge set. Install and tighten the high-pressure hose to the specified torque.
05U0NX-031 - 9Bleed the air from the system. (Refer to page N-15.)
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Gear housing fluid pressuresteering wheel fully turned | 7,603—8,339 kPa (77.5—85.0 kg/cm², 1,102—1,209 psi)kPa |
| high-pressure hose | 31 - 47N·m |
Gear housing fluid pressuresteering wheel fully turned
7,603—8,339 kPa (77.5—85.0 kg/cm², 1,102—1,209 psi)kPa
high-pressure hose
31 - 47N·m
STEERING WHEEL AND COLUMN
CAUTION
Obtain the code number and deactivate the audio anti-theft system before disconnecting the battery. (Refer to page T-113.)
On-vehicle Inspection
Steering wheel effort
- 1With the vehicle on a hard, level surface, put the wheels in the straight-ahead position.
05U0NX-032 - 2Start the engine and warm the power steering fluid to 50—60°C (122—140°F).
97U0NX-016 - 3With the engine running at idle, attach a pull scale to the outermost point of the steering wheel spoke. Then, starting with the wheels in the straight-ahead position, measure the effort required to turn the steering wheel to the left and to the right.
05U0NX-033 - 4If not within specification, check the following: fluid level, air in system, fluid leakage at hose or connections, function of oil pump and gear box, and tire pressure.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Steering wheel effortduring one turn of the steering wheel | 23.5—35.3 N (2.4—3.6 kg, 5.3—8.0 lb)N |
Steering wheel effortduring one turn of the steering wheel
23.5—35.3 N (2.4—3.6 kg, 5.3—8.0 lb)N