2003 Acura 3.2TL BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Running the Self-diagnosis Function

With Navigation System 

Fig 1: Running The Self-Diagnosis Function (With Navigation System)
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Without Navigation System 

Fig 2: Running The Self-Diagnosis Function (Without Navigation System)
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  1. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
  2. Press the AUTO button and then the OFF button. Continue to hold both buttons down for 1 minute.

If there is any abnormality in the system, the temperature indicator will light up the segment (A through N) corresponding to the error. The temperature indicator will then alternate every second between displaying "88" (all segments lit) and the error code segment (A through N).

NOTE: The system will only display the DTC when the AUTO and OFF buttons are pressed. If you release the buttons, the display will go blank. To return the display, simply press the AUTO then the OFF buttons again.

To determine the meaning of the DTC, refer to DTC TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX . If there is no abnormality, the segments will not light up.

Fig 3: Temperature Indicator Segments
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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.

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