oil level HONDA CR-V 1997 RD1-RD3 / 1.G User Guide

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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Pump noiseGrating nois€trom pump
Pump noise
Raftle or chattering
Check the fluid lev€1.lt low, fill the reservoir to theproper level. and check for leaks.Tighten or roplace as necessary,
Cavitation caused by air bubblesin the fluid.
Check for a crushed inlet hose ora loose hose clamp allowing airinto the suction side of the system. Check the reservoir forcracks. Tighten or replace as nec-
Check the drive shaft oil seal.
Pump noise up to 2 - 3 minutesafter starting in cold weather isnormal, Compare pump noise atoperatrng temperature to anothervehicle.
ll pump noise is abnormally loud,remove and inspect the pump forwear and damage (see page 17-251.
Tighten or replace the pulley.lI shaft is loose, replace thepump.
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Gauge Assembly
Component Location Index
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.
I x 1.25 mm24 N.m {2.4
VEHICLE SPEED SENSOF {VSS'Troubleshooting, page 23-62
GAUGE ASSEMBLYGau ge/lndicator/TerminalLocation Index, page 23-56Bulb Locations, page 23-57Removal, page 23-61
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FUEL GAUGE SENDING UNITSee section 1 l
PARKING BRAKE SWITCH
COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGESENDING UNITBRAKE FLUID LEVEL SWITCH
ENGINE OIL PRESSURE SWITCH
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