Steering - Squeaks From The Power Steering Rack: Overview

10-025

August 27, 2010

Applies To:
2004-08 TSX - ALL

Power Steering Rack Squeaks

(Supersedes 10-025, dated August 17, 2010, to revise the information marked by the black bars and asterisks)

*REVISION SUMMARY

^ Under WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION, the flat rate time was updated.

^ Under REQUIRED MATERIALS, rust penetrant was added.

^ Under REPAIR PROCEDURE, the drilling procedure was updated.*

SYMPTOM

The power steering rack squeaks when the steering wheel is turned.

PROBABLE CAUSE

There is a deformed seal in the steering rack.

CORRECTIVE ACTION

Replace the steering rack end seals.





PARTS INFORMATION

WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION

The normal warranty applies.

Operation Number: 5131A0

*Flat Rate Time: 4.2 hours (Includes front wheel
alignment)*

Failed Part: 53601-SEC-A06

Defect Code: 07408

Symptom Code: 00101

Skill Level: Repair Technician





TOOL INFORMATION

REQUIRED MATERIALS

Hondabond HT Silicone Gasket: P/N 08718-0001, or

Hondabond 4 Gasket: P/N 08717-0004

*Acura Rust Penetrant (or equivalent):
P/N 08700-9210A*





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