Accord V6-3.0L Hybrid (2005)
2.
Test-drive the vehicle at 55 mph on a road with very little crown. Use a stopwatch to determine how long the vehicle takes to make a complete
lane change.
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If the vehicle takes 6 seconds or more to change lanes, the drift is normal. Return the vehicle to the customer, and explain that the drift is
normal.
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If the vehicle takes less than 6 seconds to change lanes, go to REPAIR PROCEDURE.
REPAIR PROCEDURE
1.
Raise the vehicle on a hoist, and inspect the front suspension for any damage.
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If there is any suspension damage, replace the damaged parts and check the wheel alignment.
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If there is no suspension damage, go to step 2.
2.
Swap the front tires from side to side, and test-drive the vehicle as you did in the DIAGNOSIS.
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If the vehicle now takes 6 seconds or more to change lanes, the drift is normal. Return the vehicle to the customer, and explain that the drift is
normal.
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If swapping tires did not have an effect on vehicle lane-change time, go to step 3.
3.
Loosen the four 14 mm subframe bolts and the four subframe bracket bolts.
