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.
2000 Acura 3.5RLFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Power Mirror Control Unit Input
- Power mirror control unit is located behind driver's door panel. See DOOR PANELΒ under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. Disconnect power mirror control unit connectors and check for bent, loose or corroded terminals. Repair as required. Perform first part of power mirror control unit input test. See Fig 1 . Repair as necessary and recheck system operation. If power mirror control unit tests are okay, go to next step.
- Reconnect power mirror control unit connectors. Perform second part of power mirror control unit input test at back of power mirror control unit connectors (backprobe). See Fig 2 . Repair as necessary. If all tests are okay, go to next step.
- If all tests have proven okay, substitute power mirror control unit with a known-good unit and recheck system operation. If system operates okay, replace original power mirror control unit. If problem persists, check communication lines between power mirror control unit and other control units (steering column control unit or power seat control unit). See WIRING DIAGRAMSΒ .
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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.
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