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Steering Acura RDX I рестайлинг

Manual & Power Steering 37 illustrations ~2916 words

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Scheme 1: Special Tools
Scheme 1: Special Tools

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Scheme 2: Component Location Index
Scheme 2: Component Location Index

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Scheme 3: Steering Wheel Rotational Play Check
Scheme 3: Steering Wheel Rotational Play Check
  1. Set the front wheels in the straight ahead position.
  2. Measure how far you can turn the steering wheel left and right without moving the front wheels. If the play is within the limit, the steering gearbox and the steering linkages are OK. If the play exceeds the limit, adjust the rack guide (see «RACK GUIDE ADJUSTMENT»(/acura/rdx/i-2009-2012/remont/manual-power-steering/#steering__rack-guide-adjustment) ). If the play is still excessive after rack guide adjustment, inspect the steering linkage and gearbox (see «STEERING LINKAGE AND GEARBOX INSPECTION»(/acura/rdx/i-2009-2012/remont/manual-power-steering/#steering) ). Rotational play: 0-10 mm (0.00-0.39 in)

Power Assist Check

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

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Scheme 4: Power Assist Check
Scheme 4: Power Assist Check
  1. Check the power steering fluid level (see «FLUID REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rdx/i-2009-2012/remont/manual-power-steering/#hydraulic-power-steering-components__fluid-replacement) ).
  2. Start the engine, let it idle, and turn the steering wheel from lock to lock several times to warm up the fluid.
  3. Attach a commercially available spring scale (A) to the steering wheel. With the engine idling and the vehicle on a clean, dry floor, pull the scale as shown in illustration and read it as soon as the tires begin to turn. If the scale reads no more than the specification, the steering gearbox and pump are OK. If the scale reads more than the specification, troubleshoot the steering system (see «SYMPTOM TROUBLESHOOTING»(/acura/rdx/i-2009-2012/remont/manual-power-steering/#hydraulic-power-steering-components) ). Initial turning load: 29 N (3.0 kgf, 6.6 lbf)

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Scheme 5: Steering Linkage and Gearbox Inspection
Scheme 5: Steering Linkage and Gearbox Inspection

SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations (see COMPONENT LOCATION INDEX ) and the precautions and procedures (see PRECAUTIONS AND PROCEDURES ) before doing repairs or service.

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Scheme 6: Steering Wheel Removal
Scheme 6: Steering Wheel Removal

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  1. Do the battery terminal disconnection procedure (see «USING THE GR8 BATTERY DIAGNOSTIC STATION»(/acura/rdx/i-2009-2012/remont/body-electrical/#battery) ).
  2. Set the front wheels in the straight ahead position, then remove the driver's airbag from the steering wheel (see «DRIVER'S AIRBAG REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rdx/i-2009-2012/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__drivers-airbag-replacement) ).
  3. Disconnect the cable reel subharness connector (A).
  4. Loosen the steering wheel bolt (B).
  5. Install a commercially available steering wheel puller (A) on the steering wheel (B). Free the steering wheel from the steering column shaft by turning the pressure bolt (C) of the puller. Note these items when removing the steering wheel: Do not tap on the steering wheel or the steering column shaft when removing the steering wheel. If you thread the puller bolts (D) into the wheel hub more than five threads, the bolts will hit the cable reel and damage it. To prevent this, install a pair of jam nuts five threads up on each puller bolt.
  6. Remove the steering wheel puller, then remove the steering wheel bolt and the steering wheel from the steering column.

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Scheme 9: Steering Wheel Disassembly/Reassembly
Scheme 9: Steering Wheel Disassembly/Reassembly

SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations (see COMPONENT LOCATION INDEX ) and the precautions and procedures (see PRECAUTIONS AND PROCEDURES ) before doing repairs or service.

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Scheme 10: Steering Wheel Installation
Scheme 10: Steering Wheel Installation

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  1. Before installing the steering wheel, make sure the front wheels are pointing straight ahead, then center the cable reel (A). Do this by first rotating the cable reel clockwise until it stops. Then rotate it counterclockwise about three full turns. The arrow mark (B) on the cable reel label should point straight up.
  2. Position the two tabs (A) of the turn signal canceling sleeve (B) as shown in illustration. Install the steering wheel on to the steering column shaft, making sure the steering wheel hub (C) engages the pins (D) of the cable reel and tabs of the turn signal canceling sleeve. Do not tap on the steering wheel or steering column shaft when installing the steering wheel.
  3. Install the steering wheel bolt (A), and tighten it to the specified torque. Connect the cable reel subharness connector (B). Make sure the wire harness is routed and fastened properly.
  4. Install the driver's airbag (see «DRIVER'S AIRBAG REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rdx/i-2009-2012/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__drivers-airbag-replacement) ).
  5. Do the battery terminal reconnection procedure (see «USING THE GR8 BATTERY DIAGNOSTIC STATION»(/acura/rdx/i-2009-2012/remont/body-electrical/#battery) ), 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.
  6. After installation, check the steering wheel spoke angle. If the steering spoke angles to the right and left are not equal (steering wheel is not centered), correct the engagement of the wheel/column shaft splines.

SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations (see COMPONENT LOCATION INDEX ) and the precautions and procedures (see PRECAUTIONS AND PROCEDURES ) before doing repairs or service.

Removal

Note. Be careful not to pull the bracket (A) on the front side of steering column out of its normal position. If the bracket accidentally comes out, replace the steering column as an assembly.

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Scheme 13: Normal position
Scheme 13: Normal position

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Scheme 14: Out of position
Scheme 14: Out of position

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  1. Adjust the steering column to the full tilt down position, and to the full telescopic out position.
  2. Do the battery terminal disconnection procedure (see «USING THE GR8 BATTERY DIAGNOSTIC STATION»(/acura/rdx/i-2009-2012/remont/body-electrical/#battery) ).
  3. Remove the driver's airbag (see «DRIVER'S AIRBAG REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rdx/i-2009-2012/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__drivers-airbag-replacement) ), and the steering wheel (see «STEERING WHEEL REMOVAL»(/acura/rdx/i-2009-2012/remont/manual-power-steering/#steering) ).
  4. Remove the driver's dashboard undercover (see «CENTER PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/rdx/i-2009-2012/remont/gauges-instrument-panels/#dashboard__center-panel-removalinstallation) ).
  5. Remove the column covers (see «COLUMN COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/rdx/i-2009-2012/remont/gauges-instrument-panels/#dashboard__column-cover-removalinstallation) ).
  6. Remove the steering joint cover (A).
  7. Release the tilt/telescopic lock lever, and adjust the steering column to the full tilt up position, and to the full telescopic in position.
  8. Tighten the tilt/telescopic lock lever.
  9. Hold the steering column lower slide shaft (A) together with a piece wire (B) between the upper yoke (C) and the lower yoke (D).
  10. Release the tilt/telescopic lock lever, and adjust the steering column to the full telescopic out position, then tighten the tilt/telescopic lock lever. NOTE: Do not release the tilt/telescopic lock lever when removing the steering column from the frame.
  11. Remove the steering joint bolt (A). Disconnect the steering joint (B) by sliding the steering joint into the column. Do not disconnect the steering joint from the column shaft (C). NOTE: If the center guide (D) is in place and has not moved, leave it in place. If the center guide has come off, discard it.
  12. Disconnect the wire harness connectors from the combination switch assembly/cable reel (A).
  13. Remove the combination switch assembly/cable reel from the steering column shaft by removing the three screws (B).
  14. Disconnect the connectors from the ignition switch, and release the wire harness clips from the steering column.
  15. Make sure that the lock lever (C) is in the locked position. Remove the steering column (D) by removing the attaching nuts and bolts, and carefully guide it out of the dashboard. If the lower slide shaft (E) is removed, slip it into the upper shaft (F) by aligning the paint or stamped marks (G). NOTE: Do not release the lock lever until the steering column is installed. If the lock lever is released before installation, adjust the steering column (see «STEERING COLUMN INSPECTION»(/acura/rdx/i-2009-2012/remont/manual-power-steering/#steering) ) after installation.

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Scheme 19: Installation
Scheme 19: Installation

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  1. Install the steering column in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: Make sure the wires are not caught or pinched by any parts. Tighten the three screws (A) in the sequence shown.
  2. Center the steering rack within its stroke.
  3. Remove the wire (A) holding the steering column lower slide shaft together, then slip the lower end of the steering joint (B) on to the pinion shaft (C). NOTE: Pinion shaft with center guide: install steering joint by aligning the center guide (D). Pinion shaft without center guide: Position the steering column by aligning the gap (E) with the angle.
  4. Align the bolt hole (A) on the steering joint with the groove (B) around the pinion shaft, then loosely install the steering joint bolt (C). Be sure that the joint bolt is securely in the groove in the pinion shaft.
  5. Pull on the steering joint to make sure that the steering joint is fully seated, then tighten the steering joint bolt to the specified torque.
  6. Install the steering joint cover (A).
  7. Install the column covers (see «COLUMN COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/rdx/i-2009-2012/remont/gauges-instrument-panels/#dashboard__column-cover-removalinstallation) ).
  8. Install the driver's dashboard undercover (see «CENTER PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/rdx/i-2009-2012/remont/gauges-instrument-panels/#dashboard__center-panel-removalinstallation) ).
  9. Install the steering wheel (see «STEERING WHEEL INSTALLATION»(/acura/rdx/i-2009-2012/remont/manual-power-steering/#steering) ), and the driver's airbag (see «DRIVER'S AIRBAG REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rdx/i-2009-2012/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__drivers-airbag-replacement) ).
  10. Do the battery terminal reconnection procedure (see «USING THE GR8 BATTERY DIAGNOSTIC STATION»(/acura/rdx/i-2009-2012/remont/body-electrical/#battery) ), 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.
  11. After installation, check these items: Check the steering wheel spoke angle. If the 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 serrations. Set the steering column to the center tilt position, and to the center telescopic position, then do the front toe inspection/adjustment (see «FRONT TOE INSPECTION/ADJUSTMENT»(/acura/rdx/i-2009-2012/remont/wheel-alignment/#front-and-rear-suspension-inspection__front-toe-inspectionadjustment) ).

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Scheme 23: Inspection
Scheme 23: Inspection
  1. Remove the steering column (see «STEERING COLUMN REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»(/acura/rdx/i-2009-2012/remont/manual-power-steering/#steering) ).
  2. Check these items: Check the steering column ball bearing (A) and the steering joints (B) for play and proper movement. If any bearing is noisy or has excessive play, replace the steering column as an assembly. Check the lower slide shaft (C) for smooth movement in and out. If the lower slide shaft is removed, slip it into the upper shaft by aligning the paint or stamped marks (D). If it sticks or binds, replace the steering column as an assembly. Check the tilt mechanism and telescopic mechanism for movement and damage. Check the absorbing plates (E) and sliding capsules (F) for distortion or breakage. If there is distortion or breakage, replace the steering column as an assembly.
  3. Install the steering column (see «INSTALLATION»(/acura/rdx/i-2009-2012/remont/manual-power-steering/#steering) ).

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Scheme 24: Check of Tilting Force
Scheme 24: Check of Tilting Force
  1. Set the steering wheel in the straight ahead driving position, and loosen the lock lever fully.
  2. Attach a commercially available spring scale (A) to the highest point of the steering wheel, and tilt the steering column to the lowest position.
  3. Pull the spring scale straight up, and read the force required to move the steering column.
  4. Attach the spring scale to the lowest point of the steering wheel.
  5. Pull the spring scale straight down, and read the force required to move the steering column. Tilting force (upward/downward): Standard: 69 N (7.0 kgf, 15.4 lbf) max.
  6. If the measurement is higher than specified, or if the tilt function feels rough, do this. Loosen the attaching bolts and nuts (see step 15 ) so they are finger-tight. Release the lock lever, and tilt and telescope the steering column several times. Tilt the column down, then tighten the lock lever. Tighten the attaching nuts, then tighten the attaching bolts.
  7. Test the tilting force again. If the force is still higher than the specification, replace the steering column as an assembly (see «STEERING COLUMN REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»(/acura/rdx/i-2009-2012/remont/manual-power-steering/#steering) ).

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Scheme 25: Check of Telescoping Force
Scheme 25: Check of Telescoping Force
  1. Set the steering wheel in the straight ahead driving position, and loosen the lock lever fully, and push in the steering wheel to the fully telescoped in position.
  2. Attach a commercially available spring scale (A) to the center point of the steering wheel as shown in illustration.
  3. Pull the spring scale, and read the force required to move the steering column during telescoping out. Telescoping force: Standard: 106 N (10.8 kgf, 23.8 lbf) max.
  4. If the measurement is higher than specified, replace the steering column as an assembly (see «STEERING COLUMN REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»(/acura/rdx/i-2009-2012/remont/manual-power-steering/#steering) ).

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Scheme 26: Check of Lock Lever Force
Scheme 26: Check of Lock Lever Force
  1. Move the lock lever (A) from the loosened position to the locked position three to five times, then release the lock lever. Adjust the steering column to the center tilt position and also to the full telescopic out position, and hold the steering wheel.
  2. Using a commercially available push-pull gauge, push up the lock lever 10 mm (0.39 in) in from its end, and measure the force required to move the lock lever. Lock lever force: 82 N (10.8 kgf, 18.5 lbf) max.
  3. If the measurement is higher than specified, replace the steering column as an assembly (see «STEERING COLUMN REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»(/acura/rdx/i-2009-2012/remont/manual-power-steering/#steering) ).

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Scheme 27: Steering Lock Replacement
Scheme 27: Steering Lock Replacement

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  1. Remove the steering column (see «STEERING COLUMN REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»(/acura/rdx/i-2009-2012/remont/manual-power-steering/#steering) ).
  2. Center-punch both of the two shear bolts (A), and drill their heads off with a 5mm (0.20 in) drill bit. Be careful not to damage the steering lock (B) when removing the shear bolts.
  3. Remove the shear bolts from the steering lock, then remove the steering lock.
  4. Remove the immobilizer-keyless control unit from the steering lock, then install it on a new switch body (see «IMMOBILIZER-KEYLESS CONTROL UNIT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rdx/i-2009-2012/remont/door-locks-anti-theft-systems/#immobilizer-system__immobilizer-keyless-control-unit-replacement) ).
  5. install the steering lock without the key inserted.
  6. Loosely tighten new shear bolts.
  7. Insert the ignition key, and check for proper operation of the steering wheel lock and that the ignition key turns freely.
  8. Tighten the shear bolts (A) until the hex heads (B) twist off.
  9. Install the steering column (see «INSTALLATION»(/acura/rdx/i-2009-2012/remont/manual-power-steering/#steering) ).
  10. Rewrite the new immobilizer control unit-receiver (see «IMMOBILIZER KEY REGISTRATION»(/acura/rdx/i-2009-2012/remont/door-locks-anti-theft-systems/#immobilizer-system__immobilizer-key-registration) ), and make sure the immobilizer system works properly.

Rack Guide Adjustment

Special Tools Required

Locknut Wrench, 40 mm 07MAA-SL00100 or Locknut Wrench, 41 mm 07916-SA50001

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Scheme 29: Rack Guide Adjustment
Scheme 29: Rack Guide Adjustment

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  1. Set the wheels in the straight ahead position.
  2. Loosen the rack guide screw locknut (A) with the locknut wrench, then remove the rack guide screw (B).
  3. Remove the old sealant from the rack guide screw (A), and apply new sealant (Three Bond 1215 or Loctite 5699) to the middle of the threads (B). Loosely install the rack guide screw on the steering gearbox. NOTE: If more than 5 minutes has passed after applying the sealant, remove the old sealant and residue, and reapply new sealant.
  4. Tighten the rack guide screw (A) to 25 N.m (2.5 kgf.m, 18 lbf.ft), then loosen it.
  5. Retighten the rack guide screw to 7.8 N.m (0.8 kgf.m, 6 lbf.ft), then back it off to the specified angle. Specified return angle: 15 ±5 °
  6. Hold the rack guide screw stationary with a wrench, and tighten the locknut (B) by hand until it's fully seated.
  7. Install the locknut wrench on the locknut, and hold the rack guide screw stationary with a wrench. Tighten the locknut to the specified torque.
  8. Check for unusual steering effort through the complete turning range.
  9. Check the steering wheel rotational play (see «STEERING WHEEL ROTATIONAL PLAY CHECK»(/acura/rdx/i-2009-2012/remont/manual-power-steering/#steering) ) and the power assist (see «POWER ASSIST CHECK»(/acura/rdx/i-2009-2012/remont/manual-power-steering/#steering__power-assist-check) ).

Tie-Rod End Ball Joint Boot Replacement

Special Tools Required

  1. Ball Joint Thread Protector, 12 mm 07AAF-SDAA100
  2. Ball Joint Remover, 28 mm 07MAC-SL0A202
  3. Bushing Base 07JAF-SH20330

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  1. Remove the cotter pin (A) from the tie-rod end ball joint, then remove the nut (B).
  2. Disconnect the tie-rod end ball joint from the knuckle using the ball joint thread protector and the ball joint remover (see «WHEEL BOLT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rdx/i-2009-2012/remont/wheel-alignment/#front-and-rear-suspension-inspection__wheel-bolt-replacement) ).
  3. Remove the tie-rod end (C), and the locknut (D) from the rack end.
  4. Remove the ball joint boot from the tie-rod end, and wipe the old grease off the ball pin.
  5. Pack the lower area of the ball pin (A) with fresh multipurpose grease.
  6. Pack the interior of a new tie-rod end ball joint boot (B) and lip (C) with fresh multipurpose grease. Note these items when installing new grease: Keep grease off the boot mounting area (D) and the tapered section (E) of the ball pin. Do not allow dust, dirt, or other foreign materials to enter the boot.
  7. Install the tie-rod end ball joint boot (A) using the bushing base. The boot must not have a gap at the boot installation sections (B). After installing the boot, check the ball pin tapered section for grease contamination, and wipe it if necessary.
  8. Install the locknut (A) and the tie-rod end (B).
  9. Wipe off any grease contamination from the ball joint tapered section and threads. Reconnect the tie-rod end ball joint (C) to the knuckle. Install the new nut (D), and tighten it to the specified torque.
  10. Install a new cotter pin (E), and bend it as shown in illustration.
  11. Check the wheel alignment, and adjust it if necessary (see «WHEEL ALIGNMENT»(/acura/rdx/i-2009-2012/remont/wheel-alignment/#front-and-rear-suspension-inspection__wheel-alignment) ).

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Scheme 36: Gearbox Mount Cushion Replacement
Scheme 36: Gearbox Mount Cushion Replacement

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  1. Remove the steering gearbox (see «STEERING GEARBOX REMOVAL»(/acura/rdx/i-2009-2012/remont/manual-power-steering/#hydraulic-power-steering-components__steering-gearbox-removal) ).
  2. Position a 34 mm socket (A) on the flange part of the gearbox housing with a washer (B), a 10 x 105 mm flange bolt (C) and a 10 mm nut (D) as shown in illustration.
  3. Hold the flange bolt with a wrench, and tighten the nut with a wrench. Remove the gearbox mount cushion (E).
  4. Apply a mild soap and water solution to a new gearbox mount cushion surface (A), then place it on the gearbox mounting cushion hole.
  5. Position a 34 mm socket on the flange part of the gearbox housing with a washer, a flange bolt, and a nut as shown in illustration.
  6. Install the gearbox mount cushion by tightening the flange bolt until the mount cushion edges (B) properly fits on the gearbox flange surface.
  7. Install the steering gearbox (see «STEERING GEARBOX INSTALLATION»(/acura/rdx/i-2009-2012/remont/manual-power-steering/#hydraulic-power-steering-components) ).