2001 Acura CL cooling

Run the air conditioning at least once
a week during the cold weather
months. Run it f or at least ten
minutes while you are driving at a
steady speed with the engine at
normal operating temperature. This
circulates the lubricating oil con-
tained in the ref rigerant.If the air conditioning does not get as
cold as before, have your dealer
check the system. Recharge the
system with Ref rigerant HFC-134a
(R-134a). (See Specif ications on page
.)
Periodically check the engine’s
radiator and air conditioning
condenser f or leaves, insects, and
dirt stuck to the f ront surf ace. These
block the air f low and reduce cooling
ef f iciency. Use a light spray f rom a
hose or a sof t brush to remove them. Your car’s air conditioning is a sealed
system. Any major maintenance,
such as recharging, should be done
by a qualif ied mechanic. You can do
a couple of things to make sure the
air conditioning works ef f iciently. 300
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Whenever you have the air conditioning
system serviced, make sure the service
f acility uses a ref rigerant recycling
system. This system captures the
ref rigerant f or reuse. Releasing
ref rigerant into the atmosphere can
damage the environment.
The condenser and radiator f ins bend
easily. Only use a low-pressure spray
or sof t-bristle brush to clean them.

If the temperature gauge stays at
the red mark, turn of f the engine.
Wait until you see no more signs
of steam or spray, then open the
hood.
If you don’t f ind an obvious leak,
check the coolant level in the
radiator reserve tank (see page). If the level is below the
MIN mark, add coolant to halfway
between the MIN and MAX marks. Look f or any obvious coolant leaks,
such as a split radiator hose.
Everything is still extremely hot,
so use caution. If you f ind a leak, it
must be repaired bef ore you
continue driving (see on page ).
If there was no coolant in the
reserve tank, you may also have to
add coolant to the radiator. Let the
engine cool down until the pointer reaches the middle of the tempera-
ture gauge, or lower, bef ore check-
ing the radiator.
Using gloves or a large heavy
cloth, turn the radiator cap
counterclockwise, without pushing
down, to the f irst stop. This
releases any remaining pressure in
the cooling system. After the
pressure releases, push down on
the cap and turn it until it comes
off.
Start the engine and set the
temperature control dial to
maximum (climate control to
FULL AUTO at 90°F/32°C). Add
coolant to the radiator up to the
base of the f iller neck. If you do
not have the proper coolant
mixture available, you can add
plain water. Remember to have
the cooling system drained and
ref illed with the proper mixture as
soon as you can.
If the temperature stays normal,
check the coolant level in the
radiator reserve tank. If it has
gone down, add coolant to the
MAX mark. Put the cap back on
tightly. Put the radiator cap back on
tightly. Run the engine and watch
the temperature gauge. If it goes
back to the red mark, the engine
needs repair. (See
on page .)
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Removing the radiator cap
while the engine is hot can
cause the coolant to spray out,
seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and
radiator cool down before
removing the radiator cap.

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Amps. Circuits Protected
No. No. Amps. Circuits Protected
20 A
30 A
7.5 A 60 A
40 A
40 A
20 A
40 A
40 A
40 A
40 A
15 A
10 A
7.5 A Condenser Fan
Condenser Fan
MG Clutch
IG1 Main
Rear Window Defogger
Heater Motor
TCS
VSA
Power Seat
Power Window Motor
Back Up, ACC
Spare Fuse
Spare Fuse
Spare Fuse
1
1
2
3
4
5
6
6 7
8
9
10
11
12 13
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24 20 A
30 A
120 A 30 A
20 A
15 A
30 A
15 A
20 A
20 A
20 A
20 A Cooling Fan
Cooling Fan
Battery
Spare Fuse
Spare Fuse
Hazard
ABS Motor
ACG S
Stop
ABS F/S Relay
Right Headlight
Not Used
Lef t Headlight
1:
2: Premium model
Type S1
2
1
2 1
2
Fuses
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Circuits Protected
Amps.
No. Circuits Protected
No. Amps.
Fuel Pump
Main SRS
Heater Control, A/C Clutch
Relay, Cooling Fan Relay
Mirror, Heated Seat, Heated
Mirror
Daytime Running Lights
ECU(PCM),CruiseControl,
VSA
Side SRS
ACC Relay, Navigation
Instrument Panel, Back-up
Lights, Memory Seat
Turn Signals
IG Coil
Wiper, Washer
Starter Signal
On Canadian models 15 A
10 A
7.5 A
7.5 A
7.5 A 15 A
7.5 A
7.5 A
7.5 A
7.5 A 15 A
30 A
7.5 A
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13 Moonroof Motor
Driver’s Power Seat
Reclining, Memory Seat
Heated Seat
Driver’s Power Seat Sliding,
Memory Seat
Not Used
Right Power Window
Radio, Power Outlet
Navigation System, Daytime
Running Lights
Interior Light, Seat Memory,
HomeLink
Power Door Locks
Clock, Back Up, Small Light
ABS Motor Check
Driver’s Power Window
Not Used
On Canadian models
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16 30 A
20 A
20 A
20 A
20 A
20 A
20 A
20 A
10 A
7.5 A 20 A
15 A
7.5 A 20 A
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Passenger’s Power Seat Sliding
Passenger’s Power Seat Reclining
Fuses
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INTERIOR FUSE BOXES
DRIVER’S SIDE
PASSENGER’S SIDE

CONT INUED
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Gasohol . 304
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Gasoline . 160
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Fuel Reserve Indicator . 59
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Gauge . 62
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Octane Requirement . 160
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Tank, Filling the . 161
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Gas Station Procedures . 161
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Gauges . 60
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Engine Coolant Temperature . 62
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Fuel . 62
Maintenance Required ...................................
Indicator . 63
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight .......................................
Rating) . 197
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Gearshif t Lever Positions . 177
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Glass Cleaning . 268
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Glove Box . 88
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight .......................................
Rating) . 197 .............
Halogen Headlight Bulbs . 252
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Hazard Warning Flashers . 70
Headlights
Automatic Lighting Off .....................................
Feature . 66
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Daytime Running Lights . 67
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High Beam Indicator . 58
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High Beams, Turning on . 65
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Low Beams, Turning on . 65
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Reminder Chime . 65
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Replacing Halogen Bulbs . 252
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Turning on . 65
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Head Restraints . 98
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Heating and Cooling . 122
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High Altitude, Starting at . 175
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High-Low Beam Switch . 65
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High-mount Brake Light . 257
HomeLink Universal
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Transmitter . 89
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Hood Latch . 231
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Hood, Opening the . 162
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Horn . 64
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Hot Coolant, Warning about . 221
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Hydroplaning . 195 ...
Identif ication Number, Vehicle . 298
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If Your Car Has to be Towed . 295
Ignition
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Keys . 77
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Switch . 79
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Timing Control System . 307
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Immobilizer System . 78
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Important Safety Precautions . 6
Indicator Lights, Instrument
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Panel . 53
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Inf lation, Proper Tire . 243
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Inside Mirror . 101
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Inspection, Tire . 245
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Instrument Panel . 53
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Instrument Panel Brightness . 67
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Interior Cleaning . 266
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Introduction . i
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