Replacing the power steering fluid in your 2002 Honda Accord is as simple as removing the cap, draining the old fluid, and replacing it with new Prestone fluid.
Have you ever started your car, turned the steering wheel, and heard a loud squeak? That usually means your Honda's power steering fluid needs replacing. But don't stress—doing it yourself is simple!
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.How do I replace my 2002 Honda Accord’s power steering fluid?
When it's time to change the power steering fluid in your 2002 Honda Accord, follow these steps:
Locate the reservoir for the power steering fluid. The power steering fluid reservoir on a 2002 Honda Accord has a red top and is located beside the windshield wiper fluid
Remove the red cap and insert a pump into the reservoir. Many household things, such as the pump from a container of liquid soap, can suffice for this job
Drain the old power steering fluid with your pump. Make sure you have a container handy to capture any extra fluid
Fill the reservoir with fresh power steering fluid and place the cap back. We recommend using a funnel when replenishing the reservoir to avoid splashing fluid in your engine
That's how easy it is to change the power steering fluid in your 2002 Honda Accord! However, if you wish to go farther, you can take the following extra steps:
Cut the line that holds the fluid. Separate the fluid line from the power steering fluid reservoir with a pair of pliers.
Turn the wheel back and forth and start your car. If you do this, any old power steering fluid that is still in your fluid line will be flushed out.
If this seems like a nasty job—or just a lot of work—you may always bring your car to the mechanic. Let's see how much that may cost you.
Should I change it myself or take it to a mechanic?
You might not be able to put a price on the peace of mind you'll get when a mechanic drains and replaces your power steering fluid
, but it will cost you around $120 and about an hour of your time to have a mechanic do it. But if you do the job yourself, you'll only have to pay for the fluid, which will cost between $10 and $20.
Which power steering fluid is best for a 2002 Honda Accord?
There are a lot of good power steering fluids out there, but the main thing is to find one that works well with your car's engine. Prestone's power steering fluid is the best choice for 2002 Honda Accords, as it was made to work with vehicles like Honda, Lexus
, Infiniti
, and Toyota
. Here are a few more of our top choices:
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If you want to keep your 2002 Honda Accord in good shape, you should change the power steering fluid every three years or every 30,000 miles. When you change your power steering fluid regularly, it not only makes it easier to steer, but it can also make your car last longer.
But sometimes you might need to change the power steering fluid before three or four years are up. If any of the following things happen, you should probably look under the hood:
When turning the wheel, it makes strange sounds (screeching, squeaking, etc.)
Your wheel is difficult to turn
The power steering fluid is yellow or bubbling
The power steering fluid reservoir has a leak
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