Steering Gearbox Installation

Steering Gearbox Installation

Special Tools Required

- Engine Support Hanger, A and Reds AAR-T1256
- Engine Hanger Adapter VSB02C000022
- Engine Hanger Balance Bar VSB02C000019
- Subframe Adapter VSB02C000016
- 2008 V6 Attachment Arm SIL02C000033
* : Available through the Honda Tool and Equipment Program 888-424-6857

SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations Locations and the precautions and procedures Service and Repair before doing repairs or service.

1. Install the pinion shaft grommet B on the valve housing.






2. Slide the steering gearbox (A) between the front subframe and body from the driver's side. Place the steering gearbox in position on the front suspension subframe.






3. Rotate the steering gearbox so the pinion shaft (A) points upward.





4. Continue moving the steering gearbox toward the passenger's side until the steering gearbox is in position. Make sure the power steering return line and inlet line are routed above the steering gearbox.

5. Connect the return hose clip (A).






6. With active control engine mount (ACM) system: Install the rear engine mount base bracket (A) onto the front subframe.

NOTE: Use the new mounting bolts (B) ('08-10 models).





7. With active control engine mount (ACM) system: Install the rear engine mount (C) onto the engine mount base bracket using new bolts (D), then connect the rear engine mount actuator connector (E).

8. With active control engine mount (ACM) system: Install the new rear engine mount bolt (A), then install the rear engine mount stop (B).

NOTE: Use the new mounting nuts (C) ('08-10 models).






9. Without active control engine mount (ACM) system: Install the rear engine mount (A) onto the front subframe using new bolt (B).

NOTE: Use the new mounting bolts (C) ('08-10 models).






10. Loosely install the new steering gearbox bracket mounting bolt (A).






11. Loosely install the two 12 mm flange bolts and nuts on the driver's side of the steering gearbox.






12. Install the steering gearbox mounting cushion (A) and bracket (B), then loosely install the 10 mm flange bolts on the passenger's side on the steering gearbox.





13. Tighten the mounting bolts on both sides of the steering gearbox to the specified torque alternately in two or more steps.

14. Install the P/S heat shield (A).






15. Connect the return hose (A) to the steering gearbox, and tighten the adjustable hose clamp (B).






16. Install the inlet line, and tighten the flare nut (A) to the specified torque.






17. Install the P/S line mounting brackets (A) on the front subframe.





18. Raise the jack supporting the front subframe with the front subframe adapter.

19. Align all reference marks (A) on the body and subframe.






20. Install the front subframe rear bracket (A) with 12 mm flange bolts (B) and new 14 mm special bolts (C), and tighten to specified torque.






21. Install the front subframe front bracket (A) with 12 mm flange bolts (B) and new 14 mm special bolts (C), and tighten to specified torque.






22. Remove the transmission jack supporting the subframe.

23. Install the front splash shield (A).

- '07 model:
- '08-10 models: Front Splash Shield Replacement





24. Connect the power steering pressure (PSP) switch connector (A).





25. Install the exhaust pipe A Service and Repair.

26. On both sides, wipe off any grease contamination from the tie-rod end ball joint tapered section and threads. Connect the tie-rod end ball joints (A) to the knuckles. Install the nut (B), and tighten it to the specified torque.





27. Install the new cotter pin (C), and bend it as shown.

28. Install the front wheel, then set the wheels in the straight ahead position.

NOTE: Before installing the wheel, clean the mating surfaces between the brake disc and inside of the wheel.

29. Lower the vehicle.

30. Remove the engine support hanger, the engine hanger balance bar, and the hanger adapters.

31. Install the engine cover.

32. Center the steering rack within its stroke in the steering joint connection.

33. With the rack in the straight ahead driving position, cut the wire (A) and slip the lower end of the steering joint (B) onto the pinion shaft (C) taking care to align the gap (D) within the angle.






34. Align the bolt hole (A) on the steering joint with the groove (B) around the pinion shaft, then loosely install the joint bolt (C). Be sure that the joint bolt is securely in the groove in the pinion shaft. Pull on the steering joint to make sure that the steering joint is fully seated. Tighten the steering joint bolt to the specified torque.






35. Install the steering joint cover (A).






36. Install the driver's heater lower cover Dashboard Center Lower Cover Removal/Installation.

37. Install the steering wheel Steering Wheel Installation, and the driver's airbag Driver's Airbag Replacement.

38. Do the battery terminal reconnection procedure Procedures, and check these items:

- Turn the ignition switch to ON (II), and check that the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds, and then goes off.
- Make sure the horn and turn signal switches work properly.
- Make sure the steering wheel switches work properly.

39. Fill the system with power steering fluid, and bleed from the system Service and Repair.

40. After installation, check these items:

- Start the engine, allow it to idle, and turn the steering wheel from lock to lock several times to warm up the fluid. Check the gearbox for leaks Hydraulic Power Steering Fluid Leakage Inspection.
- Check the steering wheel spoke angle.
- If steering spoke angles to the right and left are not equal (steering wheel and rack are not centered), correct the engagement of the joint/pinion shaft splines.
- Set the steering column to the center tilt position, and to the center telescopic position, then do the front toe inspection Service and Repair.