Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSACURA19983.5RL SPECIAL EDITIONREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBODY & FRAMEDOOR LOCKSPOWER DOOR LOCKS & KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEMCOMPONENT TESTSREMOTE TRANSMITTER TEST
1998 Acura 3.5RL Special Edition
Remote Transmitter Test
1998 Acura 3.5RL Special EditionSECTION Remote Transmitter Test
- Ensure ignition key is not inserted in ignition switch. Close all doors. Press lock or unlock button on remote transmitter. If LED illuminates and doors do not lock or unlock, go to next step. If LED does not illuminate, replace Battery (CR2025). Press lock or unlock button on remote transmitter. If doors lock or unlock, remote transmitter is okay. If doors do not lock or unlock, use a known-good remote transmitter. If doors lock or unlock, replace original transmitter.NOTE: When pressing PANIC or TRUNK button, hold button for longer than one second.
- If door locks do not respond, input a new remote transmitter code. See INPUTTING REMOTE TRANSMITTER CODES under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. Press lock or unlock button on remote transmitter. If doors lock or unlock, remote transmitter is okay. If doors do not lock or unlock, use a known good remote transmitter and input a new remote transmitter code. If doors lock or unlock, replace keyless receiver unit. If doors do not lock or unlock, check passenger's multiplex control unit or control unit wire harness. See MULTIPLEX CONTROL SYSTEMS article in the ACCESSORIES/SAFETY EQUIPMENT section.
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When to See a Mechanic
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.