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HOMESERVICE MANUALSACURA2003MDX TOURINGREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)BRAKESANTI-LOCK BRAKESVSA (VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST) SYSTEMDTC TROUBLESHOOTINGDTC 65: BRAKE FLUID LEVEL
2003 Acura MDX Touring
DTC 65: Brake Fluid Level
2003 Acura MDX TouringSECTION DTC 65: Brake Fluid Level
- Check the brake fluid level.
Is the level correct?
- YES - Go to step 2.
- NO - Refill the brake fluid, and recheck. Determine the cause of the low brake fluid (leaks, worn brake linings, etc.) and repair as necessary.
- Check the brake fluid level switch.
Is the switch OK?
- YES - Check for short on the GRN/BLU wire from the VSA modulator-control unit 47P connector and the brake fluid level switch. If OK, check for loose terminals in the VSA modulator-control unit 47P connector. If necessary, substitute a known-good VSA modulator-control unit (see VSA MODULATOR-CONTROL UNIT REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ) and recheck.
- NO - Replace the brake fluid level switch.
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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.