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.
S/M Fix: VSA Troubleshooting, 3.5RL (ASN0304-06)
Reference number: ASN0304-06
S/M Fix: VSA Troubleshooting, 3.5RL
ACURA SERVICE NEWS
| HONDA: | 1996-04 3.5RL |
| CATEGORY: | Acura Service News |
| APPLIES TO: | 1996-04 3.5RL |
SERVICE INFORMATION
The steering angle sensor neutral position check and memorization procedure is wrong in the 1996-01 3.5RL S/M, and it's missing entirely from the 2003 and 2004 3.5RL Service Manual Supplement.
When troubleshooting VSA DTC 27 (steering angle sensor) or when doing the steering angle sensor neutral position check and memorization procedure, refer to page 19-7 of the 2002 3.5RL Service Manual Supplement. You can also access this info in ISIS. Select 3.5RL, 2002 , type in keyword STEERING ANGLE , and then click on Search . Select Steering Angle Sensor Neutral Position Check and Memorizing from the menu.
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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.