Honda Civic. Manual — part 954

A low reading means pump output is too low for full assist. Repair or replace
the pump.

15. Reinstall all removed parts.

FLUID LEAKAGE INSPECTION

Fig. 10: Identifying Fluid Leakage Components Location

FLUID REPLACEMENT

Check the reservoir (A) at regular intervals, and add the recommended fluid as
necessary. Always use Honda Power Steering Fluid. Use of any other type of power
steering fluid or automatic transmission fluid can cause increased wear and poor
steering in cold weather.

NOTE:

If the fluid is contaminated, the screen in the reservoir may
be partially blocked. Replace the reservoir if necessary.

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Fig. 11: Identifying Fluid Reservoir

1. Remove the reservoir from its holder. Raise the reservoir, then disconnect the

return hose (A) to drain the reservoir. Take care not to spill the fluid on the
body and parts. Wipe off any spilled fluid at once.

Fig. 12: Identifying Reservoir Tank Specified Level - Upper Level Line

2. Connect a hose (B) of suitable diameter to the disconnected return hose, and

NOTE:

Inspect the reservoir screen for any debris. If the
reservoir screen is clogged, replace the reservoir.

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put the hose end in a suitable container.

3. Start the engine, let it run at idle, and turn the steering wheel from lock-to-lock

several times. When fluid stops running out of the hose, shut off the engine.
Discard the fluid.

4. Reinstall the return hose on the reservoir.
5. Fill the reservoir to the upper level line (C).
6. Start the engine and run it at fast idle, then turn the steering from lock-to-lock

several times to bleed air from the system.

7. Recheck the fluid level and add some if necessary. Do not fill the reservoir

beyond the upper level line.

8. If the fluid is contaminated, dark, or discolored, repeat the procedure as

necessary.

POWER STEERING HOSE, LINE, AND PRESSURE SWITCH REPLACEMENT

Note these items during installation:

Connect each hose to the corresponding line securely until it contacts the stop
on the line. Install the clamp or adjustable clamp at the specified distance from
the hose end as shown.

Check all clamps for deterioration or deformation; replace the clamps with new
ones if necessary.

Add the recommended power steering fluid to the specified level on the
reservoir and check for leaks.

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Fig. 13: Identifying Specified Distance From Hose (With Torque
Specifications)

PUMP REPLACEMENT

1. Place a suitable container under the vehicle.
2. Drain the power steering fluid from the reservoir (see FLUID

REPLACEMENT ).

3. Remove the cowl cover and under-cowl panel (see FRONT GRILLE

COVER REPLACEMENT ).

4. Remove the air cleaner (see THROTTLE BODY CLEANING ).
5. Remove the front splash shield, 2-door (see FRONT SPLASH SHIELD

REPLACEMENT ), 4-door (see 4-DOOR ).

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2006-08 STEERING Hydraulic Power Steering Components - Civic (All Except Hybrid)