1996 Acura 2.5TLFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Control Units

CONTROL UNITS

Component Component Location
ABS Control Unit Behind glove box. See Figure .
ABS Modulator Unit Lower right front corner of engine compartment.
Cruise Control Unit Behind dash, left of steering column. See Figure .
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Control Unit (Canada) Behind right side of dash. See Figure .
Engine Control Module (ECM) Below right front footrest. See Figure .
Ignition Control Module (ICM) Right rear corner of engine compartment. See Figure .
Integrated Control Unit On rear of underdash fuse/relay box. See Figure .
Interlock Control Unit Behind dash, left of steering column. See Figure .
Keyless Door Lock Control Unit Behind right side of dash.
Power Door Lock Control Unit In driver's door.
Radiator Fan Control Module Behind glove box, behind ABS control unit. See Figure .
Security Control Unit Behind glove box, behind ABS control unit. See Figure .
SRS Unit Behind center of dash, below radio. See Figure .
Transmission Control Module (TCM) Behind glove box, behind ABS control unit. See Figure .
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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.