Steering Gearbox Removal - Honda 2004 Odyssey Service Manual

Power Steering

Steering Gearbox Removal

Special Tools Required
• Ball joint remover, 28 mm 07MAC-SL00200
• Engine support fixture 07XAA-001030A
• Cable eyebolt assembly 07ZAA-S0XA100
Note these items during removal:
• Using solvent and a brush, wash any oil and dirt off
of the valve body unit its lines, and the end of the
gearbox. Blow dry with compressed air.
• Make sure to remove the steering wheel before
disconnecting the steering joint. Damage to the cable
reel can occur.
• Lower the front subframe 30 mm (1.18 in.) from the
body and remove/install the steering gearbox
through the gap produced by lowering the front
subframe.
1. Drain the power steering fluid (see step 1 on page
17-14).
2. Record the custmer's radio station presets.
3. Remove the driver's airbag assembly (see page 23-
368).
4. Remove the steering wheel (see page 17-22).
5. Remove the steering joint cover.
17-30
6. Remove the steering joint bolts (A) and disconnect
the steering joint (B) by moving it toward the
column.
B
A
7. Raise the vehicle, and make sure it is securely
supported.
8. Remove the front wheels.
9. Remove the cotter pin (A) from the 12 mm nut (B),
and loosen the nut.
B
10. Separate the tie-rod ball joint and knuckle using the
special tool (see page 18-10).
A
07MAC-SL00200
A