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 MANUALSACURA1998CL V6-3.0L SOHC (VTEC)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBODY AND FRAMELOCKSKEYLESS ENTRYLOCATIONS
1998 Acura CL V6-3.0L SOHC (VTEC)
Keyless Entry: Locations
1998 Acura CL V6-3.0L SOHC (VTEC)SECTION Locations
NOTE:
^ If the doors unlock or lock with the transmitter. but the LED on the transmitter does not come on, the LED is faulty: replace the transmitter.
^ When you unlock the doors with the transmitter. the ceiling light (middle position) comes on for 30 seconds.
^ The siren sounds only the first time you press a transmitter button. (Pressing repeatedly does not activate the siren again.)
^ If you unlocked the doors with the transmitter, but do not open any of the doors within 30 seconds, the doors will automatically relock and the security system will rearm.
^ If any door is opened or half-latched when you lock the doors with the transmitter, the siren will chirp three times as a warning.
^ The doors will not lock or unlock with the transmitter if the ignition key is inserted in the ignition switch.
^ If you press the PANIC button for more than two seconds, the siren sounds for about 30 seconds. and the transmitter LED comes on. (The panic mode cannot be activated if the ignition key is in the ignition switch.) The panic mode is cancelled by pressing any of the transmitter buttons.
^ After replacing the transmitter battery, press the lock or unlock buttons five or six times to activate the transmitter.
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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.