Odyssey EX L4-2253cc 2.3L SOHC (VTEC) MFI (1998)
7. Center the steering rack in the middle of its stroke, then install the steering joint, and reconnect the steering shaft and pinion shaft.
Make sure the steering joint is connected as follows:
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Insert the upper end of the steering joint onto the steering shaft (line up the bolt hole with the flat portion on the shaft).
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Slip the lower end of the steering joint onto the pinion shaft (line up the lower bolt hole with the groove the around the shaft), and loosely
install the lower joint bolt. Be sure that the lower joint bolt is securely in the groove in the pinion shaft.
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Pull on the steering joint to make sure that the steering joint is fully seated. Then install the upper joint bolt and tighten it.
8. Center the cable reel by first rotating it clockwise until it stops. Then rotate it counterclockwise (approximately two turns) until the arrow mark on
the label points straight up.
Reinstall the steering wheel.
9. Install the steering joint cover with the clamps and