1998 Honda Accord Owner's Manual - Page 234

v POWER STEERING BELT POWER STEERING BELT 6-cylinder models Main Menu Table of Contents Air Conditioning Filter, Drive Belts Air Conditioning Filter The air conditioning filter removes pollen and dust from the outside air the heating and cooling system brings into the interior. This filter should be replaced every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) under normal conditions. It should be replaced every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) if you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from industry and diesel-powered vehicles. Replace it more often if air flow from the climate control system becomes less than usual. Have the air conditioning filter replaced by your Honda dealer. Drive Belts ALTERNATOR BELT 4-cylinder models Check the condition of the drive belts (two on 4-cylinder models, one on 6-cylinder models). Examine the edges of each belt for cracks or fraying. Check the tension of each belt by pushing on it with your thumb midway between the pulleys. The belts should have the following "play" or deflection. 4-cylinder models Alternator belt: (On vehicles without A/C) 0.41 - 0.49 in (10.5 - 12.5 mm) (On vehicles with A/C) 0.28 - 0.35 in (7.0 - 9.0 mm) Power steering belt: 0.51 - 0.63 in (13.0 - 16.0 mm) CONTINUED Maintenance w