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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Acura SLX AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported Acura SLX cars and light trucks from 1990+

Acura -> Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Blower Motor, Replace -> 2.2CL & 3.0CL -> 2.5TL & 3.2TL -> 3.5RL -> Integra
Vehicle: 1997 Acura SLX 3.2 V6 GAS

Integra
  • Remove glove compartment as follows:
    • Open glove compartment, then remove damper screw and damper from glove compartment.
    • Remove screw, then the glove compartment.
  • Remove four glove compartment frame bolts, then the glove compartment.
  • On models less A/C, remove wire harness clips from heater duct, then the heater duct self-tapping screws and duct.
  • On models equipped with A/C, remove evaporator as outlined under "Evaporator, Replace."
  • On all models, disconnect blower motor, blower motor resistor and recirculation cont...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Acura SLX AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported Acura SLX cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Power Brake Units -> Diagnosis & Testing -> Check Valve Test -> Function Test -> Leak Test
Vehicle: 1999 Acura SLX 3.5 V6 GAS

Function Test

  • With engine stopped, depress brake pedal several times.
  • Depress pedal hard and hold for 15 seconds. If pedal sinks, master cylinder, brake line or brake caliper is faulty.
  • With brake pedal depressed, start engine. If pedal sinks slightly, vacuum booster is operating. If pedal height does not vary, booster or check valve is faulty.

Leak Test

  • With engine running, depress brake pedal and hold, then stop engine. If pedal height does not vary with brake pedal depr...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Acura SLX AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Acura SLX cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.

Acura -> Component Locations -> SLX
Vehicle: 1999 Acura SLX 3.5 V6 GAS

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Acura SLX AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Acura SLX cars and light trucks from 1990+.

DRIVESHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 1996 Acura SLX 3.2 V6 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Mark flange for driveshaft alignment during installation.
  • Remove differential side and transfer side bolts.
  • Remove rear side and front side assem...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Acura SLX AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Acura SLX cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 1999 Acura SLX 3.5 V6 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Remove battery and base.
  • Remove mounting bolt, lockbolt, adjusting rod and alternator belt.
  • Remove mounting bolts and alternator bracket.
  • Disconnect alternator electrical connector, then remove mounting nut and wire.
  • Remove mounting nut and ...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR Acura SLX AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Acura SLX cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Acura -> Information System Display ->
Vehicle: 1997 Acura SLX 3.2 V6 GAS

This system will indicate driver information and service interval reminder information. The system will normally indicate the clock display until the trip function or system check buttons are depressed. When the trip function button is depressed, the system will indicate fuel remaining, trip meter, present fuel consumption and average fuel consumption. When the system check button is depressed, the display will indicate next service interval, engine oil and filter service interval, oil level, coolant level and washer fluid level. A warning lamp on the instrument cluster will be illuminated whe...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Acura SLX AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Acura SLX cars and light trucks from 1990+

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 1998 Acura SLX 3.5 V6 GAS

Lower

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container by loosening drain plug of radiator.
  • Reposition hose clamp at radiator outlet.
  • Remove hose from radiator.
  • Reposition hose clamp at thermostat housing.
  • Remove hose from thermostat housing.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse pro...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Acura SLX AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Acura SLX cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace -> Air Conditioning -> Alternator -> Power Steering
Vehicle: 1996 Acura SLX 3.2 V6 GAS

Air Conditioning

  • Disconnect battery ground cable from battery.
  • Loosen A/C compressor drive belt idler pulley tensioner bolt.
  • Loosen A/C compressor drive belt idler pulley adjustment bolt.
  • Remove A/C compressor drive belt from A/C clutch pulley, A/C compressor drive belt idler pulley and crankshaft pulley.
  • Clean and inspect belt surfaces of all pulleys.
  • Reverse procedure to install.

Alternator

  • Disconnect battery ground cable from battery.
  • Loosen inner and outer alternator-to...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR Acura SLX AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most Acura SLX cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

SRS Component Locations Diagram for 1999 Acura SLX  3.5 V6 GASSRS Component Locations Diagram for 1999 Acura SLX 3.5 V6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Battery
  • Relay
  • Starter Switch
  • Fuse Box
  • Meter Assembly
  • Headlamp Component Locations Diagram for 1997 Acura SLX  3.2 V6 GASHeadlamp Component Locations Diagram for 1997 Acura SLX 3.2 V6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Battery
  • Relay
  • Headlight Washer Motor
  • Starter Switch
  • Fuse Box
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Acura SLX AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most Acura SLX cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    1996 Acura SLX  3.2 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram1996 Acura SLX 3.2 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Taillight Relay
  • Left Front Door Switch
  • Key Reminder Switch
  • Starter Switch
  • Lighting Switch
  • 1996 Acura SLX  3.2 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram1996 Acura SLX 3.2 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Vehicle Speed Sensor
  • Speedometer
  • Cruise Control Unit
  • Powertrain Control Module
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Acura SLX AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most Acura SLX cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: Battery Testing and Replacement
    Vehicle: 1996 Acura SLX 3.2 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Starting, Charging, Battery
  • Document: REQUIRED TOOLS AND SPECIAL EQUIPMENT - REVISED
    Vehicle: 1998 Acura SLX 3.5 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Tools, Equipment
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Acura SLX AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most Acura SLX cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most Acura SLX cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most Acura SLX cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most Acura SLX cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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