Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Cruise Control Cannot Be Set: 3.2TL
2004 Acura 3.5RLSECTION 3.2TL
- Check cruise control main switch. See CRUISE CONTROL MAIN SWITCHΒ under COMPONENT TESTS. Check SET/RESUME/CANCEL switch. See SET/RESUME/CANCEL SWITCH TESTΒ under COMPONENT TESTS. Check brake switch and mounting. See BRAKE SWITCHΒ under COMPONENT TESTS.
- Check A/T gear position switch. See A/T GEAR POSITION SWITCHΒ under COMPONENT TESTS. Check cruise control unit inputs. See CRUISE CONTROL UNIT INPUTΒ under SYSTEM TESTS.
- Check for poor connection at ground connector G101, located at left side of engine compartment, at end of upper radiator hose, below intake air duct. Check for open circuit in Black/Yellow wire between cruise control unit, cruise control main switch and fuse No. 6 (15-amp) in driver's underdash fuse/relay box. Check for open circuit in Light Green wire between cruise control main switch, cruise control unit and brake switch. See WIRING DIAGRAMSΒ .
- Check for open circuit in Light Green/Red wire between cable reel and cruise control unit. Check for open circuit in Gray wire between brake switch and cruise control unit. Check for open circuit in Blue/Yellow wire between cruise control unit and A/T gear position switch. Also check for open circuit in Blue/Green wire between cruise control unit and PCM. See WIRING DIAGRAMSΒ .
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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.