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.
2002 Acura 3.2CL BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Driver's Power Seat Control Unit
- Power seat control unit is located under front center of driver's seat. See FRONT SEATΒ under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. Disconnect power seat control unit connectors and check for bent, loose or corroded terminals. Repair as required. Perform power seat control unit input tests with connectors disconnected. See Fig 1 , Fig 2 , Fig 3 and Fig 4 . Repair as necessary and recheck system operation. If power seat control unit tests are okay, go to next step.
- Reconnect power seat control unit connectors. Perform power seat control unit input test at back of power seat control unit connectors (backprobe). See Fig 1 and Fig 5 . Repair as necessary. If all tests are okay, substitute power seat control unit with a known-good unit and recheck system operation.
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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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