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2004 Acura 3.5RL
Section 54 (Automatic A/C Systems)
2004 Acura 3.5RLSECTION Section 54 (Automatic A/C Systems)
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Acura 3.2CL and 2002 Acura 3.2CL. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Special Tools
- Component Location Index
- A/C Service Tips and Precautions
- A/C Refrigerant Oil Replacement
- General Troubleshooting Information
- DTC Troubleshooting Index
- Symptom Troubleshooting Index (Type S A/T Model)
- Symptom Troubleshooting Index (Type S M/T Model)
- Symptom Troubleshooting Index (Except Type S Model)
- System Description
- A/C Pressure Switch (Type S A/T Model)
- Circuit Diagrams
- DTC Troubleshooting
- Notes
- DTC indicator light A: An Open in the In-car Temperature Sensor Circuit
- DTC indicator light B: A Short in the In-car Temperature Sensor Circuit
- DTC indicator light C: An Open in the Outside Air Temperature Sensor Circuit
- DTC indicator light D: A Short in the Outside Air Temperature Sensor Circuit
- DTC indicator light E: An Open in the Sunlight Sensor Circuit
- DTC indicator light F: A Short in the Sunlight Sensor Circuit
- DTC indicator light G: An Open in the Evaporator Temperature Sensor Circuit
- DTC indicator light H: A Short in the Evaporator Temperature Sensor Circuit
- DTC indicator light I: An Open in the Air Mix Control Motor Circuit
- DTC indicator light J: A Short in the Air Mix Control Motor Circuit
- DTC indicator light K: A Problem in the Air Mix Control Linkage, Door, or Motor
- DTC indicator light L: An Open or Short in the Mode Control Motor Circuit
- DTC indicator light M: A Problem in the Mode Control Linkage, Doors, or Motor
- DTC indicator light N: A Problem in the Blower Motor Circuit
- Recirculation Control Motor Circuit Troubleshooting
- ECT Sensor Circuit Troubleshooting
- Communication Line Circuit Troubleshooting (With Navigation System)
- Climate Control Power and Ground Circuits Troubleshooting
- Radiator and Condenser Fans Low Speed Circuit Troubleshooting (Type S A/T Model)
- Condenser Fan High Speed Circuit Troubleshooting (Type S A/T Model)
- Radiator and Condenser Fans High Speed Circuit Troubleshooting (Type S A/T Model)
- Compressor Clutch Circuit Troubleshooting (Type S A/T Model)
- A/C Pressure Switch Circuit Troubleshooting (Type S A/T Model)
- Condenser Fan Circuit Troubleshooting (Type S M/T Model)
- Radiator and Condenser Fans Common Circuit Troubleshooting (Type S M/T Model)
- Compressor Clutch Circuit Troubleshooting (Type S M/T Model)
- A/C Pressure Switch Circuit Troubleshooting (Type S M/T Model)
- Condenser Fan Circuit Troubleshooting (Except Type S Model)
- Radiator and Condenser Fans Common Circuit Troubleshooting (Except Type S Model)
- Compressor Clutch Circuit Troubleshooting (Except Type S Model)
- A/C Pressure Switch Circuit Troubleshooting (Except Type S Model)
- In-car Temperature Sensor Replacement
- In-car Temperature Sensor Test
- Outside Air Temperature Sensor Replacement
- Outside Air Temperature Sensor Test
- Sunlight Sensor Replacement
- Sunlight Sensor Test
- Evaporator Temperature Sensor Test
- Power Transistor Test
- Air Mix Control Motor Test
- Air Mix Control Motor Replacement
- Mode Control Motor Test
- Mode Control Motor Replacement
- Recirculation Control Motor Test
- Recirculation Control Motor Replacement
- Climate Control Unit Removal and Installation
- Climate Control Unit Bulb Replacement
- Evaporator Removal and Installation
- Evaporator & Expansion Valve Component Replacement
- Dust and Pollen Filter Replacement
- Blower Unit Removal and Installation
- Blower Unit Components Replacement
- Heater Unit/Core Replacement
- Heater Valve Cable Adjustment
- Compressor Replacement
- Compressor Clutch Check
- Compressor Clutch Overhaul
- Compressor Relief Valve Replacement
- Condenser Replacement
- Refrigerant Recovery
- System Evacuation
- System Charging
- Refrigerant Leak Test
- A/C System Tests
- Relays
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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.