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2008 Acura RL

Ignition Switch/Steering Lock: Test

2008 Acura RLSECTION Test

SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations (see COMPONENT LOCATION INDEX ) and precautions and procedures (see PRECAUTIONS AND PROCEDURES ) before performing repairs or servicing.

  1. Make sure you have the anti-theft codes for the radio system and navigation system (if equipped). Make sure the ignition switch is OFF.
  2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  3. Remove the left front door sill trim and left kick panel (see TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - DOOR AREAS ).
  4. Disconnect the 6P connector from the driver's under-dash fuse/relay box.
    Fig 1: Identifying Driver's Under-Dash Fuse/Relay Box 6P Connector
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  5. Check for continuity between the terminals in each switch position according to the table.
    Fig 2: Terminals Continuity Chart
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  6. If the continuity checks do not agree with the table, replace the steering lock/switch.
  7. Connect the negative cable to the battery.
  8. Do the steering column position memorization (see STEERING COLUMN POSITION MEMORIZATION ).
  9. Enter the anti-theft codes for audio system and navigation system (if equipped), and set the clock.
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