Troubleshooting Procedures
when the TcM senses an abnormality in the input or output systems. the E]indicator light in the gaugo assembly willblink.
when the service check Connector {located under the dash on the passenger side} is connected with the specaat toolas shown, the E] indicator light will blink the Diagnostic Trouble iode {DTCI when the ignition switch is turned on.
When the lDil indicator light has been reported on, connect the service check connector with the special tool.Then turn on the ignition switch and observe the @ indicator light.
GAUGE ASSEMSLY
)'t
DAI'A LI]TKcor{r{EcToR (3P)NOTE:Do not atlachjumpe. wire.
Sc. DTCI
So. DTC2
S.. DTC14
scs sHoRT CO[{]{ECTORoTPAZ-OOl0too
codes 1 through I are indicated by individual short blinks, codes 1o through 1 5 are indicated by a series of tong andshon blinks. one long blink equals l0 short blinks. Add the long and short blinks together to dete;mins the cod€. Aft6rdetermining the code, refer to the erectricar system symptom-to-component chart on pages 14-5o and 51.
ahon
f"l
some PGM-FI problems will also make the @ indicator light come on. After repairing the pGM-Fr system, disconnectthe BACK UP tuse (7.5 Al in the under-hood fuse/relay box tor more than 1o seconds to reset the TcM memorv.
NOTE:
a PGM-FI svstem
The PGM-FI system on this model is a sequential multipon fuel iniection svstem.' Disconnecting the BACK UP tuse also cancels the radio anti-theft code, preset stations and the clock setting. G6tthe customer's code numbe. and make note of the radio presets befote temoving the fuse so you can reset them.
14-48
Number of @indicator light
blinks while
Service Check
Connector is
connected with
the special tool.
@ indicator
lightPossible CauseSymptomRefer to
page
'loBlinksDisconnected engine coolant tempera-
rure (ECT) sensor connector
Short or open in ECT sensor wire
Faulty ECT sensor
Lock-up clutch does not
engage.14-68
1lOFFDisconnected ignition coil connector
Short or open in ignition coil wire
Faulty ignition coil
. Lock-up clutch does not
engage.'t 4-7 0
13Blinks. Shon or open in LT GRN wire between
the D3 terminal and ECM. Faulty barometric pressure {BARO)
sensor
NOTE: The BARO sensor is built into
the ECM
. No specific symptom
appears.
14-7 1
14Blinks. Short of open in FAS {YEL} wire be-
tween the D16 terminal and ECM. Faulty ECM
. Transmission jerks hard
when shitting.
't5OFFDisconnected mainshaft speed sensor
connecror
Short or open in mainshaft speed sen-
sor wire
Faulty mainshaft speed sensor
. Transmission jerks hard
when shifting.
14-75
SymptomProbable CauseRet.page
LQ! indicator light is on steady, not blinking whenever the ignition is on.14-77
[Q3] indicator light does not come on for 2 seconds after ignition is first
turned on.14-78
Lock-up clutch does not have duty operation (ON-OFFI.Check A/C signal with
A/C on.14-80Lock-up clutch does not engage.
Shitt leve. cannot be moved lrom @ position with the brake pedal
depressed.Check brake switch signal,14-41
It the self-diagnosis LQ4 indicator light does not blink, perform an inspection according to the table below.
a lf a customer describes the symptoms for codes 3, (yet the LQ! indicator light is not blinkingl, 6, 1 1 or 15, it will
be necessa.y to recreate the symptom by test driving. and then checking the @ indicator light with the ignition still
oN.
e lt ttre @ indicator light displays codes olher than those listed above or stays lit continuously, the TCM is faulty.. Sometimes the Lqd indicator light and the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MlL)/Check Engine light may come on simul-taneously. lf so, check the PGM-Fl system according to the numbe. of blinks on the MIL/Check Engine light. thenreset the memory by removing the BACK UP fuse in the unde.-hood fuse/relay box for more than 1O seconds. Drive
the vehicle for several minutes at speed over 30 mph (5O km/h), then recheck the MIL/Check Engine light.
NOTE:
. PGM-FI system
The PGM-Fl system on this model is a sequential multiport fuel injection system.a Disconnecting the BACK UP luse also cancels the radio anti-theft code. preset stations and the clock setting. Get
the fuse so vou can reset them.the customer's code number and make note ot the radio
14-51
Steering
Special Tools ............. 17-2
Component Location
lndex ................ ...... 17-3
System Description
Ff uid Flow Diagram ......................... 17 -1
Steering Pump ................................. 17-5
Steering Gearbox ............................. 17-7
Troubleshooting
General Troubleshooting ................ 17-10
Noise and Vibration ......................... 17-14
Fluid Leaks ............. 17-16
Inspection and Adiustment
Steoring Operation .......................... 17 -14
Power Assist Check
with Car Parked ........................... 17-18
Steering Linkage and Gearbox ....... 17-19
Pump Beh .............. 17-20
Rack Guide Adjustment ............. ..... 17-21
Ff uid Replacement ...................... ..... 17 -21
Pump Pressure Check .................. .... 17 -22
Ffuid Leakage lnspection ................ 17-23
+ Steering Wheel
Removal ..,,,,,,,........ 17-24
Disassembly/Reassembly ............... 17 -25
fnstallation ,......,,,,,. 17-26
* Steering Column
Removaf .................17-28
Inspection .............. 17-30
Installation ............. 17-31
Power Steering Hoses. Pipes
Replacemont ......... 17-3tl
Power Steering Pump
Removal ................. 17-35
Disassembly .......... 17-35
Reassembly ........... 17-'10
lnstallation ........,..., l7-tltl
Steering Gearbox
Removaf .,.,............. 17-45
Disassembly .......... 17-/E
Reassembly ........... 17-53
lnstallation ............. 17-63
Ball Joint Boot Replacement .......... 17-65
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM {SRSI
The Integra SRS includes a driver's airbag. located in the steering wheel hub, In addition, all models except the
RS model for Canada have a front passenger's airbag located in the dashboard above the glove box. Information
necessarv to safely service the SRS is included in this Service Manual. ltems marked with an asterisk {') on the
contents page include, or are located near, SRS components. Servicing. disassembling or replacing these items
will require special precautions and tools, and should therefore be done by an authorized Acura dealer.
a To avoid rsndering ths SRS inoporative, which could load to po.sonal iniury 01 d€ath in th€ event ot a ssvare
lrontal collision, all SRS service work muat be performod by an authorizod Acura deal6t.
a lmploper service procodules. including incorloct romoval and installation of the SRS, could lead to personal iniu-
ry caused by unintontional activation ot the airbags.
a All SRS elsctdcal wiring harnesses ara covorod with ysllow insulation. Rolalod compon€nts 8re locatsd in tho
stse ng column, tront console, dashboard, and dashboard lower panel, and in the dashboard above the glove
box. Do not use oloctrical tost equipmoni on thosa cilcuits.
NOTE: The original radio has a coded thett protection circuit. Be sure to get the customer's code number before
- disconnecting the battery.- removing the No. 32 (7.5 A) tuse from the under-hood fuse/relay box.
- removing the radio.
Alter service, reconnect power to the radio and turn it on. When the word "CODE" is displayed' enter the cus-
tomer's 5-digit code to restore radio operation.
Heater and Air Conditioning
Heater ........ 21-1
Air Conditioning .......... ..22-1
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM {SRS}
The Integra SRS includes a driver's airbag, located in the steering wheel hub. In addition. all models except the
RS model for Canada have a front passenge.'s airbag located in the dashboard above the glovs box. Information
necessary to safely service the SRS is included in this Service Manual. ltems msrk€d with an asterisk (') on the
conlents page include, or are located near, SRS components. Servicing, disassembling or,eplacing thes€ items
will require special precautions and tools, and should therefore be done by an authorized Acura dealer.
a To avoid r6nd6dng tho SRS inoporativo. which could lead to personal injury or dealh in tho svont ot a sevele
frontal collision, all SRS servica work musl b€ portormed by an authorized Acura dealer.
a lmpropor sorvico procaduro3, including incorrect romoval and installatlon of tho SRS, could load to porsonal iniu-
ry causod by uninlonlional activation of tho ailbag8.
a All SRS eloctdcal widng harnossos are covored with yollow in3ulation. Relatsd compononts a.o locatod in tha
stsering column, flont console, daehboard, and dashboafd low6r pan6l, and in lhe dsshboa.d above lh€ glove
box. Do not uao electdcal tost equipmont on theae circuhs.
NOTE: The original radio has a coded theft protection circuit. Be sure to get the customer's code number beto.e
- disconnecting the battery.- removing the No. 32 (7.5 A) luse from the under-hood fuse/relay box.- removing the radio.
After service, reconnect power to the radio and turn it on. When the word "CODE" is displayed, enter the cus-
tomer's 5-digit code to restore radio operation.
lllustrated Index
CAUTION:
a All SRS electrical wiling harnesses are covered with
y€llow insulation.
a Bafore disconnecting any pan of the SRS wile har-
ness. connect the sholt connectorlsl.
a Replace the sntire aflected SRS halness assembly if
it has an open circuit or damaged wiring.
NOTE: The original radio has a coded thelt protection
circuit. Be sure to get the customer's code number before- disconnecting the battery.- removing the No. 32 (7.5 Al fuse lrom the under-
hood fuse/relav box.- removing the radio.
After service, reconnect power to the radio and turn it
on. when the word "CODE" is displayed, enter the cus-
tomer's 5-digit code to restore radio operation.
BLOWER UNITReplacement, page 21-2OOverhaul, page 21-21HEATER UNITRepfacement, page 2l 22Overhaul, page 21-24
RECIRCULATION CONTROL MOTORTest, page 21-29Replacement, page 21 29I{EATER VAIVE CABLEAdjustment, page 21-27
BLOWEN RESISTORTest, page 21-9
AIR MIX CONTROLCABLEAd,ustment, page 21-27Replacement. page 21-26
a/c swrTcH(wirh A/clTest, page 22-20
RECIRCULATIONCONTROL SWITCHTest, page 21-31
HEATER FANswtTcHTest, page 2'l-3O
MODE CONTROL MOTORTest, page 21-28Repfacement, page 21'28
MODE CONTROL SWITCHTest, page 21'31
HEATER CONTROL PANELRepf acement, page 21 -25
Overhaul, page 21-26
TEMPERATURE CONTROLLEVER(Adjustmonl: See AIR MIXCONTROL CABLE}
SRS MAIN HARNESS
W,
21-2
I
A/G System Service
Performance Test
The performance test will help determine if the air con-
ditioner system is operating within specitications.
Only use service equipment that is U.L.-listed and is cer-
tified to meet the requirements of SAE J2210 to remove
HFC-134a {R-134a) from the air conditioner system.
CAUTION: Exposure to air conditioner relrig€rant and
lubricant vapor ot mist can irritate eyes, nose and
throat. Avoid breathing the air conditioner rstrigerant
and lubricant vapor or mi3t.
It accidental system discharge occurs, ventilate work
area before resuming service.
R-134a service equipment or vehicle air conditioner sys-
tems should not be pressure tested or leak tested with
comPressed atr.
!@ some mixtures ot air and R'1344 hrv6
been shown to be combustibls at elovatod prsssurel
and can result in firg or explosion causing iniury 01
property damage. Ngvor usg compregsed ail to prossuro
t€st R-134a ssrvice equipment or vohicl€ air conditioner
syst€ms.
Additional health and safety information may be
obtained from the refrigerant and lubricant manufactur-
ers.
1. Connect a R-134a refrigerant Recovery/Recycling/
Charging System to the car, as shown, iollowing
the equipment manufacturer's instructions.
2. Insert a thermometer in the center vent outlet.
Determine the relative humidity and air temperature
by calling the local weather information line,
3. Test conditions:
. Avoid direct sunlight.
. Open hood.
. Open front doors
. Set the temperature control lever to MAX COOL,
the mode control switch on VENT and the recir-
culation control switch on RECIRCULATE.
. Slide the heater fan switch on MAX
. Run the engine at 1,500 rPm
. No driver or passengers in vehicle.
4. After running the air conditioning for 10 minutes
under the above test conditions. read the delivery
temperature from the thermometer in the dash vent
and the high and low system pressure from the A,/C
gauges.
Rocov.rylB.cycling/Ch!lging SFtrm.
PRESSURELOW
22-24
Power Door Locks
Component Location Index
1
FRONT PASSENGER'S DOOR LOCK ACTUATORTest. pago 23-239Reolacement. section 20
FRONT PASSENGER'SDOOR LOCK SWITCHfest, page 23-241
FRONT PASSENGER'S DOOR KEYCYLII{DER SWITCHTest, page 23-240
POWER OOOR LOCKCONTROL UNITfnput Tost, page 23-236
RIGHT REAR DOOR LOCK ACTUATOR lsodanlTest,
DOORKEY CYLINDER SWITCHTest. page 23-24O
DBIVER'S
DOOR
LOCK ACTUATORTest, page 23-238Roplacement, seclion 20
LOCK SWITCH'lest, page 23-241
Description
For this model, a new door lock system has been adopted to improve convenience and safety. lf the kev is insened intothe driver's door key cylinder, turned to the unlock position, and pulled out immediately thereafter, oNLy the driver.sdoor will unlock. However, if the key is kept in the unlock position tor one second or more, ALL doors wi
unlock.
23-239
LEFT REAR DOOR LOCK ACTUATOR {Sodan}Test, page 23-239
23-233
8.Record you. voltage readings. for each terminal, inthe row of blank boxes near the top of the chart.
Compare each reading with the voltage ranges list-ed in the column below it. lf ths reading is within arange, circle that range.
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Circle the range if your reading is within it.
NOTE: Do not disconnect the airbag when checking SRS unit voltages.Whh tront passongor's sirbag:
lf you circled all the Failure Mode ranges across anyrow. check the car for the Probable Failure Mode list-sd at the end of the row. (Refer to the letter for thatmode on the following pages),
I
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It you circl€d all the ranges in this row, tollow thetroubleshooting procedure under failure mode ,,C" on thefollowing pages.
lf you did not circle all the ranges across any row,replace the SRS unit with 8 known-good unit, andretest.- lf all your voltage readings are now normal,replace the original SRS unit.- lf your voltage readings are still not normal butthey don't fit within a complete row of FailureMode ranges, check the condition of the terminalsin esch of the SRS connectors shown in the svs-tom diagram on page 23-270,
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