Honda Fit: Steering Gearbox Removal and Installation
Special Tools Required
- Ball Joint Thread Protector, 14 mm 071AF-S3VA000
- Ball Joint Thread Protector, 10 mm 07AAF-SECA120
- Universal Lifting Eyelet 07AAK-SNAA120
- 1.8 Support Bolt 07AAK-SNAA500
- Ball Joint Remover, 28 mm 07MAC-SL0A202
- Engine Support Hanger, A and Reds AAR-T1256
* Available through the Honda Tool and Equipment Program 888-424-6857.
Note these items during removal:
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Use solvent and a brush, wash any oil and dirt off the end of the steering gearbox, but avoid any electrical parts. Blow dry with compressed air.
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Lower the front subframe from the body then remove the steering gearbox.
- Removal (Part -1)
- Removal (Part -2)
- Removal (Part -3)
- Installation (Part -1)
- Installation (Part -2)
- Installation (Part -3)
See also:
Block and Piston Inspection
Remove the crankshaft and the pistons.
Check the piston for distortion or cracks.
Measure the piston skirt diameter (A) at a point 16 mm (0.63 in)
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Winter Tires
If driving on snowy or frozen roads, mount all season marked “M+S” tires,
snow
tires, or tire chains; reduce speed; and maintain sufficient distance between
vehicles
when driving.
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