Acura RL. Manual - part 370

2007-08 ELECTRICAL

Body Electrical - RL 

SPECIAL TOOLS 

Fig. 1: Identifying Special Tools 
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GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION 

TIPS AND PRECAUTIONS 

Before Troubleshooting  

1. Check applicable fuses in the appropriate fuse/relay box.  

2. Check the battery for damage, state of charge, and clean and tight connections. 

Handling Connectors  

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Make sure the connectors are clean and have no loose wire terminals.  

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Make sure multiple cavity connectors are packed with dielectric grease (except watertight 
connectors).  

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All connectors have push-down release type locks (A). 

NOTE:

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Do not quick-charge a battery unless the battery ground cable has 
been disconnected, otherwise you will damage the alternator 
diodes.  

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Do not attempt to crank the engine with the battery ground cable 
loosely connected or you will severely damage the wiring.  

 

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Fig. 2: Identifying Push-Down Release Type Locks 
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Some connectors have a clip on their side used to attach them to a mount bracket on the body or on 
another component. This clip has a pull type lock.  

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Some mounted connectors cannot be disconnected unless you first release the lock and remove the 
connector from its mount bracket (A). 

Fig. 3: Identifying Connector Mount Bracket 
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Never try to disconnect connectors by pulling on their wires; pull on the connector halves instead.  

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Always reinstall plastic covers. 

Fig. 4: Precaution For - Always Reinstall Plastic Covers 
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Before connecting connectors, make sure the terminals (A) are in place and not bent. 

 

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Fig. 5: Identifying Band Terminals 
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Check for loose retainer (A) and rubber seals (B). 

Fig. 6: Identifying Rubber Seals And Retainers 
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The backs of some connectors are packed with dielectric grease. Add grease if necessary. If the grease 
is contaminated, replace it. 

Fig. 7: Identifying Grease Applying Area 
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Insert the connector all the way and make sure it is securely locked.  

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Position wires so that the open end of the cover faces down. 

 

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Fig. 8: Identifying Opening End Of Cover Faces Down 
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Handling Wires and Harnesses  

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Secure wires and wire harnesses to the frame with their respective wire ties at the designated 
locations.  

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Remove clips carefully; don't damage their locks (A). 

Fig. 9: Identifying Wire Harness Clips/Tie-downs 
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After installing harness clips, make sure the harness doesn't interfere with any moving parts.  

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Keep wire harnesses away from exhaust pipes and other hot parts, from sharp edges of brackets and 
holes, and from exposed screws and bolts.  

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Seat grommets in their grooves properly (A). Do not leave grommets distorted (B). 

Fig. 10: Identifying Properly Seated Grommets 
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Testing and Repairs  

 

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