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HOMESERVICE MANUALSACURA2003MDX TOURINGREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENTINFOTAINMENTAUDIO SYSTEMAUDIO UNIT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
2003 Acura MDX Touring
Audio Unit Removal/Installation
2003 Acura MDX TouringSECTION Audio Unit Removal/Installation
SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations for the appropriate year.
- '03 model (see 2003 MODEL )
- '04-06 models (see 2004-2006 MODELS )
Also review the precautions and procedures (see PRECAUTIONS AND PROCEDURES ) before performing repairs or service.
NOTE:
- Put on gloves to protect your hands.
- Take care not to scratch the dashboard and related parts.
- Make sure you have the anti-theft codes for the radio and navigation system, then write down the frequencies for the radio channel presets.
- Remove the center panel (see DASHBOARD CENTER PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
- Remove the six mounting screws, disconnect the audio unit connectors (A), display unit connectors (B) and the antenna lead (C), then remove the audio unit (D).
- Remove the display unit.
- Install in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- Make sure the audio unit and display unit connectors are plugged in properly, and the antenna lead is connected properly.
- Enter the anti-theft codes for the radio and navigation system, then enter the customer's radio channel presets.
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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.