Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSACURA20043.5RLREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTEERINGPOWER STEERINGPOWER RACK & PINION STEERINGADJUSTMENTSRACK GUIDE
2004 Acura 3.5RL
Rack Guide
2004 Acura 3.5RLSECTION Rack Guide
- Set the wheels in the straight ahead position. Remove the rack screw. Remove the old sealant from the rack guide screw threaded section, and apply new sealant all around the threads. Loosely install rack guide screw.
- Tighten the rack guide screw to 18 Ft. Lbs. (25 N.m), then loosen it. Retighten the rack guide screw to 48 INCH Lbs. (5.9 N.m), then back it off to specified angle.
- Specified Return Angle
10°-20°
- Specified Return Angle
- Tighten the lock nut while holding the rack guide screw. Check for tight or loose steering through the complete turning travel. Check steering wheel force when done with adjustment. See STEERING WHEEL FORCE under DIAGNOSIS & TESTING.
RENDER: 1.0x
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.