Acura RL. Manual - part 816

System capacity: 1.1 L (1.16 US. qt) at disassembly  

Reservoir capacity: 0.32 L (0.34 US. qt)  

Fig. 14: Identifying Reservoir And Upper Level Line 
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3. 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. 15: Identifying Return Hose And Hose 
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4. Connect a hose (B) of suitable diameter to the disconnected return hose, and put the hose end in a 

suitable container.  

5. 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.  

6. Reinstall the return hose on the reservoir. 

NOTE:

If the fluid is dirty or contaminated, replace the fluid, go to step 3.

NOTE:

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

 

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7. Fill the reservoir to the upper level line (C).  

8. 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.  

9. Recheck the fluid level and add some if necessary. Do not fill the reservoir beyond the upper level 

line.  

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

11. Install the right upper fender trim (see UPPER FENDER TRIM REPLACEMENT ).  

POWER STEERING HOSE, LINE, AND PRESSURE SWITCH REPLACEMENT 

Note these items during installation: 

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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.  

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

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

Fig. 16: Identifying Power Steering Hose, Line And Pressure Switch With Torque Specifications

 

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Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

PUMP REPLACEMENT 

1. Place a suitable container under the vehicle.  

2. Remove the right upper fender trim (A) (see UPPER FENDER TRIM REPLACEMENT ). 

Fig. 17: Identifying Right Upper Fender Trim 
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3. Drain the power steering fluid from the reservoir.  

4. Remove the drive belt (A) from the pump pulley (see DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT ). 

Fig. 18: Identifying Pump Inlet Hose, Pump Outlet Hose And Pump With Torque Specifications
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5. Cover the auto-tensioner, alternator, and A/C compressor with several shop towels to protect them 

from spilled power steering fluid. Disconnect the pump inlet hose (B) and pump outlet hose (C) from 
the pump (D), and plug them. Take care not to spill the fluid on the body or parts. Wipe off any 
spilled fluid at once. Do not turn the steering wheel with the pump removed.  

6. Remove the pump mounting bolts (E). 

 

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7. Cover the opening of the pump with a piece of tape to prevent foreign material from entering the 

pump.  

8. Connect the pump inlet hose and pump outlet hose onto the new pump.  

9. Loosely install the pump in the pump bracket with the mounting bolts, then tighten the pump fittings 

securely.  

10. Tighten the pump mounting bolts to the specified torque.  

11. Install the drive belt (A). 

Note these items during belt installation: 

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Make sure that the belt is properly positioned on the pulleys (B).  

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Do not get power steering fluid or grease on the auto-tensioner, alternator, A/C compressor, and 
drive belt or pulley faces. Clean off any fluid or grease before installation. 

Fig. 19: Identifying Drive Belt And Pulleys Alignment 
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12. Fill the reservoir to the upper level line (see FLUID CHECK/REPLACEMENT ).  

13. Install the right upper fender trim (see UPPER FENDER TRIM REPLACEMENT ).  

PUMP OVERHAUL 

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Replace the pump as an assembly if the parts indicated with an asterisk (*) are worn or damaged.

 

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