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.
2012 Acura RLFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Shift Lock Release Replacement
- Remove the center console (see CENTER CONSOLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
- Move the A/T gear position indicator panel (A) up from the shift lever bracket by releasing the locks, and remove the A/T gear position indicator panel light bulb socket (B) from the indicator panel base.
- Remove the shift lock release (C), and replace it.
- Install the shift lock release.
- Install the A/T gear position indicator panel on the shift lever bracket by aligning the positioning holes with the tips on the console panel.
- Install the A/T gear position indicator panel light bulb socket in the indicator panel base.
- Install the center console (see CENTER CONSOLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
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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.