Acura TSX / Honda Accord CL. Manual — part 745

Fig. 130: Connecting Tie-Rod Ends To The Knuckle Arms

20. Install the tie-rod end ball joint nut, and tighten it to the specified torque. Then install the NEW cotter pin

(B), and bend it as shown (C) or (D).

21. Install the NEW cover seal (A) all the way around in the steering joint cover B. Make sure there are no

wrinkles in the seal, then install the steering joint cover B.

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2004 STEERING Power Steering System - TSX

Fig. 131: Installing NEW Cover Seal & Steering Joint Cover B

22. Center the steering rack within its stroke.

23. Position the steering column joint (A) so the bolt (B) opposite to the notch (C) is within the range shown.

2004 Acura TSX

2004 STEERING Power Steering System - TSX

Fig. 132: Positioning The Steering Column Joint

24. With the rack in the straight ahead driving position, cut the wire (D) and slip the lower end of the steering

joint on to pinion shaft (E).

25. Align the bolt hole (A) on the steering joint with the groove (B) around the pinion shaft, and loosely

install the joint bolt (C). Make sure the joint bolt is securely in the groove in the pinion shaft. Pull on the
steering joint to make sure the steering joint is fully seated.

2004 Acura TSX

2004 STEERING Power Steering System - TSX

Fig. 133: Installing Steering Joint To The Pinion Shaft

26. Tighten the steering joint bolt to the specified torque.

27. Install the steering joint cover A.

2004 Acura TSX

2004 STEERING Power Steering System - TSX