engine ACURA NSX 1991 Service Repair Manual
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Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
Self-diagnosis Function
The SRS unit includes a self-diagnosis function. If there
is a failure in the sensors, SRS unit, inflator, or their cir-
cuits, the SRS light in the instrument panel goes ON.
SRS INDICATOR LIGHT
As a system check the SRS light also comes on when
the ignition is first turned to the II position. If the light
goes off after approximately 6 seconds, the system is
OK.
If the SRS light remains on (or fails to come on the sys-
tem check mode) one of the SRS components (or the wir-
ing/connectors in-between) is faulty.
Troubleshooting Precautions Always use the test harness. Do not use test
probes directly on component connector
terminals or wires; you may damage them or the
control unit. When connecting any of the test harnesses to the
system, push the connectors straight-in; do not
bend the connector terminals. Before disconnecting any part of the SRS wire
harness, install the short connector (RED) on the airbag. SRS Indicator Light Troubleshooting
Possible conditions: 1. SRS light does not come on at all — see page
23-326.
2. SRS light stays on constantly - see page 23-330.
3. SRS light comes on in combination with a failure of
another electrical system (brake indicator, engine
check light etc.). Check for damage/corrosion at the
dash fuse box.
NOTE:
Before starting the applicable troubleshooting,
check the condition of all SRS connectors and
ground points. If the fault is not found after completing the ap-
plicable troubleshooting, substitute a known-good
SRS unit and check whether the light indication
goes away.
Short connector Installation 1. Disconnect the battery negative cable, then the positive cable.
2. Remove the access panel from the steering wheel, then remove the short connector (RED).
SHORT
CONNECTOR
(RED)
3. Disconnect the connector between the airbag and cable reel, then install the short cconnector (RED)
on the airbag.
Troubleshooting
SHORT CONNECTOR (RED)
AIRBAG CONNECTOR
CABLE REEL
CONNECTOR
ACCESS
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Radiator and Condenser Fan Controls
Description
Fan control system:
The cooling fan system is comprised of radiator fan, condenser fan (left, right), engine compartment fan, radiator fan
low relay, radiator fan high relay, condenser fan relay, engine room fan relay, radiator fan resistor, coolant temperature
sensor, A/C pressure switch, cooling fan control unit, climate control unit, and PGM-FI ECU.
The fan control unit controls the operation of the radiator fan and condenser fan.
It uses inputs from the coolant temperature sensor and A/C pressure switch (A and B) on the A/C system to determine
when the fans should run and at what speed.
Additionally, the temperature switch shuts down the A/C system if the coolant temperature exceeds 130°C (266°F).
If the pressure in the A/C system is higher than normal, pressure switch A closes and the fans will run at high speed only.
See the A/C section for description and specification of that funciton.
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CAUTION:
All SRS electrical wiring harnesses are covered with
yellow outer insulation.
Before disconnecting the SRS wire harness, install
the short connector on the airbag (see page 23-323). Replace the entire affected SRS harness assembly
if it has an open circuit or damaged wiring.
SRS MAIN WIRE HARNESS
DEFOGGER SWITCH
Removal, page 23-273
Test, page 23-275
REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER
Function Test, page 23-288
UNDER-DASH FUSE BOX
INTEGRATED
CONTROL UNIT
DEFOGGER
RELAY
ENGINE COMPARTMENT FUSE/RELAY BOX
Description Function:
The rear window defogger is controlled by the integrated control unit.
When the defogger switch in the combination switch is pushed, it sends a signal to the defogger timer in the integrated
contro
l
unit and the defogger stays on for 25 minutes or until the ignition swi\
tch is switched off.
The indicator light in the switch shows when the defogger is on.
Rear Window Defogger
Component
Location Index
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Chassis and Paint Codes
U.S. Model
Vehicle Identification Number
Transmission Number
Paint Code Paint Code
Color
Engine Number
Paint Code
R-77
NH-547
NH-545M
Formula Red
Berlina Black
Sebring Silver Metallic
Vehicle Identification Number
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CANADA Model
Vehicle Identification Number
Transmission Number
Paint Code
Paint Code
Color
R-77
NH-547
NH-545M
Formula Red
Berlina Black
Sebring Silver Metallic
Vehicle Identification Number
and Federal Motor Vehicle
Safety Standard Certification
Engine Number
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Ignition system
Component Location Index
IGNITION TIMING CONTROL SYSTEM
Troubleshooting, section 11Inspection and setting, page 23-91
Description, page 23-89
RADIO NOISE CONDENSER
Test, page 23-97
SPARK PLUGS (6)
Inspection, page 23-96
TACHOMETER CONNECTOR
(Engine revolution detected)
CYL/CRANK SENSOR
Troubleshooting, section 11 Replacement, section 5
IGNITION COILS (6) Removal, page 23-94 Test, page 23-95
IGNITER UNIT
Replacement, page 23-92Input Test, page 23-93 Troubleshooting, Section 11
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