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1998 Acura 3.5RL Special Edition
Electrical Component Locator: Miscellaneous
1998 Acura 3.5RL Special EditionSECTION Miscellaneous
MISCELLANEOUS
| Component | Component Location |
|---|---|
| A/C Compressor Clutch | On lower left front of engine. |
| Alternator | On left front corner of engine. |
| Control Box | On right side of firewall. See Figure . |
| Data Link Connector (DLC) | In front console, behind ashtray. See Figure . |
| Driver's Air Bag Inflator | In center of steering wheel. |
| Fuel Pump Resistor | On left side of trunk. See Figure . |
| Fuel Tank Unit | On underside of vehicle, top of fuel tank. |
| Horn (Left) | Behind front grille. |
| Horn (Right) | On lower right front of engine compartment. |
| Ignition Coils (6) | On valve covers, top of respective cylinder. |
| Junction Connector C421 | At base of steering column. |
| Junction Connector C448 | Above right kick panel. |
| Junction Connector C456 | Below right side of dash. |
| Junction Connector C464 | Below right side of dash. |
| Junction Connector C421 | At base of steering column. |
| Junction Connector C448 | Above right kick panel. |
| Junction Connector C456 | Below right side of dash. |
| Junction Connector C464 | Below right side of dash. |
| Multiplex Control Unit Inspection Connector | Above left kick panel. |
| Noise Condenser | On right front corner of engine compartment. |
| Passenger's Air Bag Inflator (Front) | Above glove box. |
| Power Transistor | Behind glove box, on plenum. |
| Seat Belt Tensioner (2) | At base of respective "B" pillar. |
| Service Check Connector | Below right side of dash, under glove box. See Figure . |
| SRS Memory Erase Signal (MES) Connector | Behind lower left dash panel. |
| Tachometer Test Connector | On right rear of engine compartment, taped to harness. |
| Window Defogger Coil (Rear) | On right side of trunk. |
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- 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.