1998 Acura 2.3CL AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Electrical Component Locator: Grounds

GROUNDS

Component Component Location
G31 At lower left front of radiator.
G101 (2.3L) At left front of intake manifold. See Figure.
G101 (3.0L) At upper rear of engine. See Figure.
G201 (2.3L) Behind right side of front bumper. See Figure.
G201 (3.0L) Behind right side of front bumper. See Figure.
G251 (3.0L) On right front fender, near shock tower. See Figure.
G301 (2.3L) Behind left side of front bumper. See Figure.
G301 (3.0L) Behind left side of front bumper. See Figure.
G351 (2.3L) At left front fender. See Figure.
G401 Behind upper left end of dash. See Figure.
G402 Behind upper right end of dash. See Figure.
G403 (3.0L) Above right kick panel. See Figure.
G404 Below left center of dash. See Figure.
G405 (2.3L) Below right center of dash. See Figure.
G406 Behind upper right end of dash. See Figure.
G501 Below left front seat.
G531 Below right front seat.
G532 (3.0L) Below right center of dash. See Figure.
G533 At right rear of trunk, near stereo amplifier.
G551 At left rear of trunk, near taillight.
G701 Near accelerator pedal. See Figure.
G751 At right front of trunk, on floor.
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  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.