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2003 Acura MDX Touring

Sound Balance Test

2003 Acura MDX TouringSECTION Sound Balance Test

Perform this test to identify a faulty channel or speaker.

  1. Insert the audio diagnostic CD (T/N 07AAZ-SDBA 100) into the CD player.
  2. Confirm the bass and treble are set to the center positions.
  3. Play track No. 3 (pink noise) at a normal, or slightly higher than normal, volume level.
  4. A "static" type sound should be heard through all speakers.
  5. Insert the audio diagnostic CD (T/N 07AAZ-SDBA 100) into the CD player of a known-good vehicle.
  6. Set the bass and treble to the center positions.
  7. Play track No. 3 (pink noise) all the same level as was played in step  3.
  8. Compare the sounds made by the two vehicles.
    • If the sound does not have as much bass, check the subwoofer and circuit.
    • If the sound does not have enough "hiss," check the tweeters and their circuits.

Special Tools Required 

Diagnostic CD 07AAZ-SDBA100

RENDER: 1.0x

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

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  • • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
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