2003 Acura 3.2CL BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Control Units

/TCS Control Unit Behind right kick panel. See Figure. Cruise Control Unit Behind left side of dash, right of steering column. See Figure. Daytime Running Lights Control Unit (Canada) Behind left side of dash. See Figure. Door Multiplex Control Unit Inside left front door. Driver's Multiplex Control Unit Behind left side of dash. See Figure. Driver's Power Seat Control Unit Below left front seat. Electrical Load Detector (ELD) In underhood fuse/relay box. See Figure. Immobilizer Receiver Unit In steering column, on ignition key cylinder. Intake Manifold Runner Control Module (Type S) Above left kick panel. See Figure. Keyless Receiver Unit Behind right side of dash. Modulator Unit At right front side of engine compartment. See Figure. Navigation Unit Under middle of rear shelf. OPDS Unit On left side of right front seat back. Passenger's Multiplex Control Unit Behind right side of dash. Passenger's Power Seat Control Unit Below right front seat. Powertrain Control Module Below center of dash. Power Window Control Unit In driver's door. Radiator Fan Control Module Behind center of dash. See Figure. SRS Unit Behind lower center of dash. See Figure. VSA Control Unit (Type S) Behind right kick panel. See Figure.

Factory Service Tools

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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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