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2005 Honda Accord Repair Question


Topics covered: Steering, Power steering, Engine.
Mileage: 45,000 miles.

Asked on January 24, 2013

Honda Accord Steering Problem

The power steering kicks off when its raining. We changed belts still continues to kick off, it rains a lot in Fl, need help. Thanks
Avatar Asked by GasparillaKen

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Replied on January 24, 2013

So does the belt slip when it rains?

Tiny Answered by saturntech9 (expert)
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Replied on January 24, 2013

No I do not believe it does, the belt tensioner I was is good. The protective guard under the engine I was told is in good condition. I am about to the belt tensioner replaced, unless you had any other thoughts.

Tiny Response from GasparillaKen
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Replied on January 25, 2013

So when it rains and you loose the power steering can you hear or see the belt slip while your turning the steering wheel?

Tiny Answered by saturntech9 (expert)
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Replied on January 25, 2013

No I do not hear the belt slip at all. Never had, but had them replaced and checked again

Tiny Response from GasparillaKen
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Replied on January 25, 2013

If the belt doesn't slip then that's strange you only loose power steering when it rains?When the steering is inop you will have to have a power steering tester hooked up to it.That will test pump flow pressure etc.To pin point if it's the rack pump hose etc.

Tiny Answered by saturntech9 (expert)
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