How to replace Steering rack and pinion on Honda Accord Acura TL TSX hard or leaking power steering

[@javiermontiel5124]

Dude. You have no idea the amount of time I wasted trying to watch other videos. You’re the only one that shows the bolts once removed !!! You’ve completely saved me on the reinstall. It’s crazy how ppl think one can remember where things go back, and just glance over the reinstall. Like just do it in reverse ?!?! Yeah ok. It took me three days to go forward

[@RBTheMechanic]

Oh ok yeah it was hectic job other wise I would had made it even more detailed

[@renetorres4321]

i had a link in the steering wheel rack i replaced with the part ( aftermarket ) and it still continues to make a whining noise when i turn

[@Jaydogg209]

@@renetorres4321 that’s your o ring. Hope you didn’t blow a bunch on money replacing the rack. Instead of replacing the O ring just buy a new power steering pump.

[@thudpilotbmx]

Thank you! I've spent (wasted or learned!) 4 hours trying to drop the cradle more and contemplated taking out motor mounts to twist the rack neck to get out that hole AND NOW FIND OUT THE PLATE INSIDE THE DRIVERS FOOT BOX can be removed! Thank you once again this is easy peasy now and thank you too for the torque specs! Wow.....

[@sa1nt_john.v1]

Man it's hard enough working on a car in dark area but that was actually some damn good camera work👍🏻

[@RBTheMechanic]

Lol yeah but I found this easy after doing it once on camera I did many of these but now it seems easier

[@ChavezDIY]

This is an awesome video, probably the most detailed one on youtube for this specific rack and pinion. This is not an easy job. My rack is not leaking but I feel vibrations and shimmy in steering wheel on on the freeway, It lags to return to center after turning, and there's more play in the steering wheel. My car is about 15 yrs old and has the original rack and bushings. I would like to see if just replacing the bushings helps, but I'll have to do all that labor over again to replace the rack. I'm considering replacing the rack and bushings together and getting it over with. Thanks for making this video!

[@unebonnevie]

At 15:39 is the power steering pressure switch sensor -- the green thing. Might as well replace that when you do the whole job of replacing the rack pinion. THANK YOU very much for doing this video!

[@RBTheMechanic]

Yeah replace it!!!

[@cassaries7828]

you r a f#$%^g genius , replacing a rack and pinion with one hand. Dude ....RESPECT

[@RBTheMechanic]

Hell yeah bro I did a turbo on 2018 accord one had!!! Too ba do don’t do transmission swaps anymore would had bee on handed job

[@henryhuey497]

Wonderful first place for best video.

[@RBTheMechanic]

Yes, thanks

[@emilianogabriel9613]

Thank you RB you gave me an idea how to replace my 2007 Acura TSX rack n pinion

[@RBTheMechanic]

Glad I could help

[@yausaptheshasuabary180]

Subscribed off of 18:35 I completely understand 😂😂😂

[@RBTheMechanic]

Thank you

[@PiterStreak]

Solid video. I just did an engine install in my TL and now, a week later, my rack went. Im still mentally recovering from the engine build and install. Dont really want to do this job. I see the accord has nj plates. Where in nj are you located? Lol

[@RBTheMechanic]

I’m in north nj. Bayonne

[@RainsMobileMechanic]

There was no need to remove the rear motor mount correct? Just drop the subframe a bit?

[@RBTheMechanic]

Yes but removing the mount helps

[@Locustandhoney]

That’s Awesome! Thank you for the knowledge and for the laugh at 18:30

[@RBTheMechanic]

Sorry idk spanish

[@abnturbonetik]

Thanks for the torque specs. I didn't wanna do it cus my garage doesn't have ac and it's so hot. But I saw this n decided to do it gracias big guy

[@RBTheMechanic]

Big job!!! But u can do it!!

[@rabbitman9318]

Thanks for the video, I'm fixing to remove one on a 2008 accord. The only thing I'm a little confused on is the part where you ubolt the frame to lower it, but im sure I'll figure it out lol, I'll update later

[@RBTheMechanic]

Yeah follow the steps just don’t remove all the bolts do one and few threads only

[@riccomason9356]

Nicely done RB, I appreciate the effort it takes to capture the entire job on video. I'm sure you have other jobs to get done, so slowing it down for us is much appreciated. I do have a question relating to the sub frame connections. is there any concern about the sub frame separating from the frame, when you detach the bolts, requiring realignment or the use of other tools or adapters? You made it look too easy. Thanks again.

[@RBTheMechanic]

No it sits back on same spot just make sure u don’t unbolt the whole subframe engine and all will fall to ground be safe

[@riccomason9356]

@@RBTheMechanic perfect, thank you!

[@jamoszak]

What year vehicle is this Acura? Is this procedure /design the same on a 2015 Acura TLX?

[@RBTheMechanic]

2015 maybe electric diffrence process

[@t.j2881]

What were the symptoms of the bad rack? I have a 04 v6 that's having some bad steering issues and noises. New lower BJs, new upper BJs, new outer tie rods. Has a loud creaking sound when steering while sitting still. Also the wheel turns to the right when hitting the brakes. Can feel a bit of a clunk where turning the wheel left to right.

[@RBTheMechanic]

This one was leaking and steering was hard ps pump was already changed

[@ayyubjackson]

I've been trying to find a video for the 07-13 Acura MDX but there don't seem to be any. Have you done the job? Anything I need to know?

[@RBTheMechanic]

No didn’t get any

[@ayyubjackson]

@@RBTheMechanic 🙂👍

[@gurbakshsingh9353]

Hey thanks for the help really helpful video. Is it the same process for acura csx 2006.

[@RBTheMechanic]

Should be similar

[@gurbakshsingh9353]

@RBTheMechanic I took it to a mechanic, and they say my steering rack needs to be replaced with the motor. It's very expensive and found this video helpful. Any tips? Thx for the reply, too 😊.

[@RBTheMechanic]

@@gurbakshsingh9353 if u got electric steering it’s totally different

[@gurbakshsingh9353]

​@RBTheMechanic oh I see so very different. Oof thought if it was similar figured I could do it with the help of some friends. Thank you for the info though really appreciate it.

[@RBTheMechanic]

@@gurbakshsingh9353 yeah but if it’s electric then it’s diffrent

[@joeystingray]

Very nice video! yeah but I thought you completely skipped the details and illustration of the detaching of the subframe which I thought was the most concerning and potentially dangerous aspect of the job! Did you support the subframe, did you just partially just drop it and more so on the driverside and driverside rear mounts to free up enough space to remove the rack from the driverside? Would appreciate any additional information you could share on this matter! I'm contemplating removing my leaking rack from a 1999 accord LX 2.3L in my driveway with just three floor jacks and a hydraulic jack, feel free to tell me if this is crazy attempt? Thanks!

[@RBTheMechanic]

I didn’t support the sun frame cuz my shop roof is low and jacks I have are tall so I took out few threads to lower it but only on one side

[@rudysalas9138]

Are 2003-2007 honda accord rack and pinion interchangeable with 2004-2008 Acura tsx? Both Honda and Acura websites show identical rack and pinion for 2.4L models but are different part numbers. Funny thing is that both Acura and Honda rack and pinion components are the exact same part number. Only the rack is the difference but the images are spot on identical. There are many Honda accord rack and pinions available but Acura tsx OEM are near non available or more than double the price of the accord.

[@RBTheMechanic]

Yes I think so they r same

[@christianvelasquez8922]

Man I liked your video but I have a 2011 accord v6 but it’s really hard to get it out I haven’t been able to get it out I guess it’s a lil bit different after all.

[@RBTheMechanic]

Yeah this is big job!!! But process is same for v6

[@MultiRafael23]

My new rack and pinion feels very stiff when turning now the rack and pinion is moving sideways when turning the wheels. Can the new rack be calibrated to turn softer like the oem?

[@RBTheMechanic]

You might have to talk t the store that sold u rack there is bolt in the bottom that loosens the rack bit up but it will not be good idea unless the seller says so for the sake of warrnty

[@mrrightorwrong6272]

Got a 2008 honda accord change the ps pump alteady now the steering gets hard once in a while the only thing i can think of is the rack and pinion are going bad, i see leaking on the boot but not sure if its from the oil or ps guess i will just change it and find out...

[@RBTheMechanic]

Yeah this type of systym is hard to determin which is going bad usully I go with pump cuz it’s easy to do and u never know after doin that’s stuff u find out it’s the pump so I would replace the rack in ur case cuz it’s leaking

[@mrrightorwrong6272]

@RB The Mechanic Thanks for the response i really appreciate it keep up the good vids

[@RBTheMechanic]

@@mrrightorwrong6272 no problem!!

[@arcticmorning]

Hi I like your channel I just replaced the power steering pump in my Honda 2007 V6 and it's still hard to turn do you think it's my rack and pinion or a faulty pump

[@RBTheMechanic]

That’s the only thing that left? Is it rock hard like u need full man power to turn when car is still engine running? I would consider defect pump one time before attempt to change rack

[@TheTheDog1995]

Changing one in 2004 TSX. What is that boot that boot called? (27:55/28 minute mark) I need to find another one. the boot is too big for my new rack doesn’t fit tight I appreciate you sharing your knowledge. Awesome video.

[@RBTheMechanic]

Sorry I don’t have name information on that u might be able to find it with honda dealer parts department show then the time mark

[@TheTheDog1995]

I’ve found the part number etc. they call it a steering gear grommet, grommet B

[@nychick1023]

Did this video help you to fix the one on your tsx?

[@habebs7345]

Nice work! I have an 2011 accord 3.5 they are saying I need to drop the frame?

[@RBTheMechanic]

No just follow my steps!! Just loosen it but even that I realized I didn’t have to do

[@habebs7345]

Thanks bro

[@johnholt3752]

Is there no way to lift the rack n pinion out from behind the motor instead of sliding it out of the side?

[@RBTheMechanic]

Nope this is the correct way it looks hard but it’s the easiest from top u will remove soooo much and engine mount and host the engine

[@mrrightorwrong6272]

Sorry to bother but i had a quick ? i replaced rack and pinion and both tie rods since they were worn out, I had it aligned at the shop but the steering fills a little stiff not much but i can tell the difference, could it be cause of the new parts, its not a huge difference just a bit like i said, thanks ahead... also i changed the ps pump since it was under warranty, like i said its not real tight just a bit tigher then i remember it being..

[@RBTheMechanic]

I think ur fine new parts !! Give it some time it will get free but then u will like it more

[@mrrightorwrong6272]

@@RBTheMechanic ok thanks

[@costantineyoussif6679]

Do you suggest the rebuild OEM from the dealer one or buy new after market one ?

[@RBTheMechanic]

I had no problem with after marker rebuild I did install original one time it looked musc much solid

[@Lifesituations8000]

Do you have to replace the steering hose?

[@RBTheMechanic]

I didn’t u don’t need to

[@Lifesituations8000]

@@RBTheMechanic Thanks

[@XMALL]

Hello RB, hope you are doing good man! i own a 2015 Acura TLX V6 AWD 42.500 miles, Bought it used and recently i noticed some short thumps when turning the steering wheel. When on bumpy roads ( this is Boston) it thumps - i can feel it over the steering wheel; mainly in lower speed while or manoeuvring to park. Nobody was able to precise the problem and the costs to change parts and labour was growing as some said it was the links, others told me it "could be" ( but not sure of it) the rack and pinion.I Ithaunts me because i've seen the same problem on a previous Accord V6 too. So, have you ever seen these vehicles with this kind of problems? What can be the cause of it ? Thank You

[@RBTheMechanic]

The basic starting point is links and bushing have them checked out and use pry bar to see if there’s any play

[@golfmaniac007]

3 german cars i've owned and never had to worry about this. i thought japanese cars were the most reliable. my uncles car is needing this replacement on the CRV.

[@RBTheMechanic]

Oh yeah these fail on these I did only 1 on wv but lot on Hondas and Toyotas

[@trentonm9215]

The part that took you 40mins how did you get the rack to turn where it was facing the correct way to pull out

[@RBTheMechanic]

Just turn it counter clock wise also there are 2 bolts down under steering where I took out the steering colum those 2 bolts hold the circular cover once u remove that it should be super easy twist it with eyes close!!

[@c-v-n3322]

my mechanic told me I was missing the plugs on my power steering what was he talking about? and that's why I was leaking fluid

[@RBTheMechanic]

No clue maybe the plug on bottle for the fluid

[@real_ultrajoe]

Will it work with acura tl 09 to 14 they Electric power steering

[@RBTheMechanic]

Part is diffrent but the work might be easier

[@jonschlegel2961]

Hey man, sweet video! Thank you! After doing the replacement I have a clunking going on when I go over bumps. any idea? That bridge bracket at 8:11 also didn’t match perfect back on and now there’s a gap there. Any idea?

[@RBTheMechanic]

Double check ur work and which bridge u taking about I check the video I seem to put my arm and point finger at somthing

[@jonschlegel2961]

@@RBTheMechanic thanks for replying big dog. yeah I’m going to double check it when I get a day off work. It’s the bracket that holds the rack on the passenger side. Next to the heat shield. I only removed 2 bolts, took out the rack and placed the new one in. When I placed the new one, that same bridge bracket next to the heat shield on the passenger side does not fit snug over the rack. I’m wondering if that could be causing the noise. Everything else seemed fine with the repair. I did replace outer tie Rod ends with moog ones too.

[@jonschlegel2961]

@@RBTheMechanic it’s go space between the bracket and the rack

[@RBTheMechanic]

@@jonschlegel2961 oh the little plate that has bolts on it should align unless the rack is wrong play around with it

[@jonschlegel2961]

@@RBTheMechanic aw man I didn’t take the bushing off the old rack that goes between that bracket and the rack. You mention it late in the video when you’re showing us the torque specs I don’t think I gotta take the rack out to slide it in since it has a slit in the rubber bushing

[@Esuper1]

Yeah, the little guy can be a very hard to slip out and install the new. That's after you take a bunch of stuff off. You new at this make sure you label where the bolts go so you don't get confused. Get a cardboard and sketch the rack and label where each bolts goes for reference. This guy probably took half a day to do all this. You never done this but are mechanical minded tell your family you wont be around for two whole days minimum. Take your time, do it right or you will have to do it again. Nobody has time for that.

[@RBTheMechanic]

Yup keep things in order

[@lucianoandrade8151]

This works for a 2012 Honda accord 4 cylinder?

[@RBTheMechanic]

Yup very much similar!! Diffrent part and bit diffrent set up bolt sizes may be diffrent

[@normaflecha7405]

Acura tsx 2007. Just changed rack and pinion. Steering wheel still hard

[@RBTheMechanic]

Did u change the power steering pump it could be talk also could be defective steering rack … did u talk to the person who replace it

[@normaflecha7405]

Yes. He says pump is good. I will be send the rack and pinion back to the warranty and put a new one.

[@RBTheMechanic]

@@normaflecha7405 that’s a big job again all over I would had started replacing the pump first or do both

[@robertomartinez-zz5ht]

my 17mm line to the rack n pinion is stripped, is there any way i could still remove it even tho its stripped?

[@RBTheMechanic]

The bolt head is stripped?

[@robertomartinez-zz5ht]

@@RBTheMechanicyes on one of the lines going to the rack

[@RBTheMechanic]

@@robertomartinez-zz5ht umm well it’s gonn be tough use vice geips if it fits

[@robertomartinez-zz5ht]

@@RBTheMechanic or is there a website i could but a replacement?

[@RBTheMechanic]

@@robertomartinez-zz5ht which part u need

[@stevelocon577]

What's a good after market rack? Heard they need the factory rack

[@RBTheMechanic]

I used originals much better these are Good as Well never has issue

[@stevelocon577]

@@RBTheMechanic the one on the video? How much was the original one?

[@RBTheMechanic]

@@stevelocon577 yup original from dealer is like $500 part. This is reman

[@stevelocon577]

I called an acura dealer they said 2000

[@RBTheMechanic]

@@stevelocon577 they crazy!!!

[@robertalicea5585]

Bro I got a 14 accord can a bad rack cause vibration in the steering wheel I've been trying to find the problem for a while even took it to 2 dealerships and they couldn't figure it out I changed damn near everything up front already trying to resolve it I noticed yesterday it has some oil on the top part of it

[@RBTheMechanic]

I doubt that what kinda vibration u have. For example dose it shake when brakes high speed or dose it shake when ur at high speed without pressing brake?

[@robertalicea5585]

@@RBTheMechanic it vibrates while moving not when brakes are pressed

[@robertalicea5585]

I replaced damn near everything already can't figure it out what's causing it just recent got tires as well

[@RBTheMechanic]

@@robertalicea5585 that’s why I ask dose it shake on high speed. Could be off balance wheels

[@RBTheMechanic]

@@robertalicea5585 so since it’s only shaking vibration not brakes first think I would do is have the tires rebalanced by good shop

[@559gmac]

Does this work on the accord LX model

[@RBTheMechanic]

Yes 2.4l

[@davonturner4933]

Has anybody confirmed that these accord ones can fit the Tsx ? It’s a long shot but it seems like nobody has tried might be a sign not to do it 😂😂

[@RBTheMechanic]

I think it’s same part

[@ga1783]

You made realize this is not a job I want to take on.

[@RBTheMechanic]

It is tough job !!! As long as u understand and made the decision weather u need to do it ur self or not is also good choice

[@alandilaura7490]

Does it matter if it’s a manual or automatic?

[@RBTheMechanic]

Same thing!!!

[@ElishawPineda-ij9nf]

Is it all the same rack and pinion????

[@RBTheMechanic]

For this car up to 2007 4 cylinder is same

[@onlyme8870]

I have a 2006 Accord 2 4l coupe. New Honda pump and hoses and new Honda fluid and clean reservoir and filter. It wasn't flushed. All fluid was not in there when serviced. I drove away from the shop and I couldn't steer still. And opened hood and the fluid was being pushed out the reservoir the cap was pushed off. I filled it again and the same thing happened. I was told my r and p is bad now. It doesn't leak so why would it be bad?

[@RBTheMechanic]

That happnes to me always when I even change only ps pump so what happnes is the pump is either sucking air or they didn’t bleed out the air from the system it’s every easy to bleed out the air u fill up the fluid run the engine turn right left right left right left it will have tiny tiny bubbles in the whole system turn 10 time right left and then just let the car run for good 20 minutes till u see fluid have settled down and ur all set so it seems like they didn’t complet the job!… anyways even after this after good 20-25 minutes of car running idle there shouldn’t be any wining noise and no bubbles if u need to run it longer let it run anyways after u know its not wining and no bubble of air in the bottle and u turn off the engine if it pushes the car off and all fluid start to bubble up then it sucking air from some where I’ll send u link of video for 2 seals u should change the always fail also check all connections

[@RBTheMechanic]

Here is the link change these seals if it haven’t been changed kzbin.info/www/bejne/j4XGnnSkm9x7oas

[@RBTheMechanic]

I think they just did the repairs put the fluid in and parked it outside and once u started the car the steering would feel like it’s jerking then all fluid come out and it would get hard and bubble out

[@brianhyzen2641]

Awesome job dude. Just did my sis with your help

[@RBTheMechanic]

Good job!!! This is tough job!! Glad u could do it!!! Welll done

[@HyperionBadger]

Did you do this with a lift? Or can this be done at home without a shop?

[@RBTheMechanic]

@@HyperionBadger did ur with lift but u can do it without lift need to still host it up and be versed carefully not to get hurt or drop the car

[@HyperionBadger]

@@RBTheMechanic Good to know. Thanks man, I have Acura Rl and it's going to cost $2000 with the mechanic. Im just trying to figure out if i can do it at home.

[@RBTheMechanic]

@@HyperionBadger that one is diffrent set up

[@nvirmusian5318]

Good video

[@nvirmusian5318]

I found out what that sound was it was my water pump weeeee for two weeks took me to find out we’re that noise was coming from had a leak

[@nvirmusian5318]

Now I have to change water pump

[@nathanp5507]

Hey there could you send the torque spec?

[@RBTheMechanic]

It’s all on the video

[@user-lu1wb2dc5i]

Would this be same for cl9

[@RBTheMechanic]

Yeah Acura honda is same might be but tighter but over all same

[@user-lu1wb2dc5i]

Thank you so much will have a go at this tomorrow

[@user-lu1wb2dc5i]

So it Acura would be the same as honda accord euro 2007 ?

[@RBTheMechanic]

@@user-lu1wb2dc5i I think so it should be similar

[@mexquitalza]

Where are you located

[@RBTheMechanic]

I’m in north Nj Bayonne

[@eliasrodriguez2013]

What is the yellow piece called @ 34:20

[@RBTheMechanic]

Sorry I don’t have name for that if u call dealer they will show u diagram and give u part number and name

[@Waldo1982]

I called and its sold with the steering column assy. You might be able to get one at a junk yard

[@enriquelandres4805]

Habla español

[@RBTheMechanic]

No sorry

[@mexquitalza]

Where are you located