This material discusses in detail the fuse diagrams of the Acura MDX (second generation; YD2): 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2013, 2013 release.
Fuse №9 in the passenger compartment is responsible for the ciggarette lighter.
Fuse №19 in the passenger compartment is responsible for the fuel pump.
In the luggage compartment
Located at the left side of cargo area.
General view of the fuse box.
Diagram
№
Relays
R1
Cargo Area Accessory Power Socket
R2
2007-2009: Super Handling-All Wheel Drive
R3
Rear Window Defogger
No.
Fuses
Amps
1
Optional (for Trailer Lighting Connector)
7,5 A
2
20 A
3
20 A
4
7,5 A
5
Cargo Area Accessory Power Socket
10 A
6
Power Tailgate Control Unit
20 A
7
2007-2009: Rear Multiplex Integrated Control Unit (MICU)
15 A
8
Tailgate (Cargo Area) Lights,
Inside Tailgate Switch
Rear Multiplex Integrated Control Unit (MICU),
7,5 A
9
2007-2009: Super Handling-All Wheel Drive (SH-AWD)
30 A
10
Noise Reduction Condenser, Rear Window Defogger
30 A
11
Power Tailgate Control Unit
40 A
The general arrangement of electronic modules in the luggage compartment of the Acura MDX 2
1
Electrical Compass Module (without Navigation)
2
Power Tailgate Drive Module
3
Acuralink Control Module (XM Receiver)
4
2010-2013: Blind Spot Information (BSI) Control Module
5
Active Damper Control Module
6
Fuse Box
7
Super Handling-All Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) Control Module
8
Fuel Pump Control Module
9
Fuse Box
10
Power Tailgate Control Unit
In the engine compartment
The general arrangement of electronic modules in the engine compartment of the Acura MDX 2:
1. 2010-2013: Sub Relay Box (only Canadian Elite Package, U.S. Advance Package, Advance Package with Entertainment)
2. Powertrain Control Unit (PCM)
3. Fuse Box №2
4. Fuse Box №1
5. Battery Sensor
6. VSA Modulator Control Module
Fuse Box №1
Located next to the battery. Push the tabs to open the box.
General view of the fuse box.
Diagram
№
Description
Amps
1
Alternator, Fuse №3 in the engine compartment fuse box №2
120 A
2,1
2010-2013: Active Damper Control Unit
30 A
2,2
2010-2013: Super Handling-All Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) Control Unit
30 A
2,3
Rear Blower Motor
30 A
2,4
VSA Modulator-Сontrol Unit
40 A
2,5
Fuses №1, 2, 3, 4 in the luggage compartment
40 A
2,6
Fuses №12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17 in the passenger compartment
40 A
2,7
Fuses №1, 2, 3, 4 in the passenger compartment
40 A
2,8
Empty
-
3,1
Fuses №12, 13, 22 in the engine compartment fuse box №2
60 A
3,2
Fuses №1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 in the engine compartment fuse box №2
40 A
3,3
Fuses №14, 15, 16, 17 in the engine compartment fuse box №2
Right High Intensity Discharge (HID) Unit, Headlight Washer Relay (2007-2009)
15 A
20
Active Damper System Switch Light, Ambient Lights (Built Into The Roof Console), A/T Gear Position Indicator Panel Light, Blind Spot Information (BSI) OFF Switch Light, Climate Control Unit, Dashlights Brightness Controller Light, Driver's Ambient Light, Driver's Seat Heater and Ventilation Switch Light, Front Passenger's Ambient Light, Front Passenger's Seat Heater and Ventilation Switch Light, Glove Box Light, Hazard Warning Switch Light, Headlight Washer Switch Light, Interior Light Relay, Left Second Row Seat Heater Switch Light, Moonroof Switch Light, Power Mirror Switch Light, Rear Climate Control Panel, Rear Controller and Screen, Rear Individual Map Light Switch Lights, RES Auxiliary Jack Assembly Light (Rear Entertainment), Right Second Row Seat Heater Switch Light, Roof Console Switch Light, Seat Ventilation Control Unit, Steering Wheel Switch Lights, VSA OFF Switch Light, VSA/BSI OFF Switch Light, Headphone Jack
7,5 A
Sub relay box
Located on the passenger’s side. (only 2010-2013 release models: Canadian Elite Package, U.S. Advance Package, Advance Package with Entertainment).
Diagram
№
Description
Amps
R1
Brake Light Relay (with Adaptive Cruise Control System)
R2
Tech Relay
1
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Module, Active Damper Control, Blind Spot Information (BSI), Driver's Seat Ventilation Switch Indicators, Front Passenger's Seat Ventilation Switch Indicators, E-Pretensioner Module, Left Blind Spot Information (BSI) Radar Unit, Millimeter Wave Radar, Right Blind Spot Information (BSI) Radar Unit, Seat Ventilation Control Module
10
2
Empty
-
3
Empty
-
4
Empty
-
In the passenger compartment
The general arrangement of electronic components in the passenger compartment of the Acura MDX 2:
1. Fuse Box;
2. Gauge Control Unit;
3. Combination Switch Control Module;
4. SRS module;
5. Power Tilt / Telescopic Steering Control Module.
1. Relay Box №1;
2. Relay Box №2;
3. Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Module;
4. Navigation Display Unit / Center Information Display;
5. Relay Box №3;
6. 2010-2013: Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Module;
7. Headlight Leveling Control Module;
8. Climate Control Module;
9. Audio Navigation / Audio Module;
10. Immobilizer Keyless Control Module.
1. 2010-2013: E-Pretensioner Module;
2. Rear Climate Control Panel;
3. Handsfreelink Control Unit;
4. 2007-2009: Rear Blower Motor Relay;
5. 2010-2013: Seat Ventilation Control Module;
6. 2007-2009: Rear Seat Heater Relay;
7. AC Inverter Module
Fuse box
Located on the driver’s side underneath the dashboard. To remove the lid, put finger in the notch on the lid, pull it toward you, and take it out.
Access example.
General view.
Diagram
№
Description
Amps
R1
Turn Signal / Hazard
R2
Empty
R3
Empty
R4
Accessory Power Socket
R5
PGM-FI Main (Fuel Pump Relay Acura MDX)
R6
Power Window
R7
Front Seat Heater
R8
Empty
1
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Control Unit
Motor, Front Passenger's Seat Cushion Blower Motor, Front Passenger's Seat-Back Blower Motor, Front Passenger's Seat Heater, Front Passenger's Seat Heater Switch Indicators
5
AcuraLink Control Unit (XM Receiver), Audio Unit, Audio-Navigation Unit, HandsFreeLink Control Unit, XM Receiver
10 A
6
Driver's Footwell Light and Vanity Mirror Light, Front Individual Map Lights, Front Passenger's Footwell Light, Passenger's Vanity Mirror Light, Ignition Key Light, Left Rear Door Courtesy Light, Moonroof Control Unit/Motor, Rear Individual Map Light (2nd), Rear Individual Map Light (3rd), Right Rear Door Courtesy Light, Cargo Area Light
7,5 A
7
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), Climate Control, Combination Switch Control, Data Link Connector (DLC), Center Information Display, Driver's MPCS Unit, Gauge Control Unit, Immobilizer-keyless Control Module, Multiplex Integrated Control Unit (MICU (Voltage Back Up (VBU)), Navigation Display Unit, Front Passenger's MPCS Unit, HFL-navigation Microphone, Power Tilt/telescopic Steering Control Unit, Rear Controller and Screen, Relay Control Unit, Rear Multiplex Integrated Control Unit (MICU), Power Tailgate Control Module, Power Seat Control Module
10 A
8
Door Lock (Multiplex Integrated Control Unit (MICU))
20 A
9
Front Accessory Power Socket,
Rear Accessory Power Socket
Cigar Lighter
15 A
10
PCM (VBSOL)
15 A
11
2007-2009:
Windshield Wiper Motor,
Wiper/Washer Control Circuit,
Evaporative Emission Control (EVAP) Canister Vent Shut Valve,
Front Air Fuel Ratio (A/F) Sensor,
Front Secondary Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S),
Rear Air Fuel Ratio (A/F) Sensor,
Rear Secondary Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S)
30 A
2010-2013: Windshield Wiper Motor
30 A
12
Subwoofer
10 A
13
Front Passenger's Power Seat Motor (Recline, Rear Up-Down)
20 A
14
Driver's Power Seat Motor (Slide, Front Up-Down)
20 A
15
Power Tilt/Telescopic Steering Control Unit
20 A
16
Driver's Power Seat Motor (Recline, Rear Up-Down)
20 A
17
Front Passenger's Power Seat Motor (Slide, Front Up-Down)
20 A
18
Alternator, Electrical Load Detector (ELD), Engine Mount Control Solenoid Valve, Evaporative Emission Control (EVAP) Canister Purge Valve, PCM (VBSOL), PCM (Brake Pedal Position Switch), Air Fuel Ratio (A/F) Sensor
10 A
19
2007-'2009: Fuel Pump, Immobilizer-Keyless Control Unit, Powertrain Control Module (PCM), PGM-FI Main Relay 2 (Fuel Pump)
20 A
2010-2013: PCM (IG1), Fuel Pump Control Module, Immobilizer-keyless Control Unit
20 A
20
2007-2009: Active Damper, Brake Light Relay, Hazard Warning Switch, Occupant Detection System (ODS) Unit, Super Handling-All Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) System, Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
7,5 A
2010-2013: Fuses: №35, 37, 39
10 A
21
AcuraLink Control Unit (XM Receiver), Active Damper Control Unit, Active Damper System Switch, Back-Up Lights, Brake Light Relay, Center Information Display, Combination Switch Control Unit, Driver's MPCS Unit, Electrical Compass Unit, Gauge Control Module, Multiplex Integrated Control Unit (MICU), Power Seat Control Unit, Power Tailgate Control Unit, Power Tilt/Telescopic Steering Control Unit, Rear Controller and Screen, Rear Multiplex Integrated Control Unit (MICU), Relay Control Module, Shift Lock Solenoid, TECH Relay, Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Control Unit, Automatic Dimming Inside Mirror
7,5 A
22
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) unit
10 A
23
Empty
-
24
Left Rear Power Window Motor
20 A
25
Right Rear Power Window Motor
20 A
26
Passenger’s Power Window Motor (Front Passenger's MPCS Unit)
30 A
27
Driver’s Power Window Motor (Driver's MPCS Unit)
30 A
28
Power Tilt/Telescopic Steering Control Unit
20 A
29
Steering Angle Sensor, VSA Modulator-control Unit, Yaw Ratelateral/Longitudinal Acceleration Sensor
10 A
30
AC Inverter Unit, Automatic Dimming Inside Mirror, A/C Compressor Clutch Relay, A/C Condenser Fan Relay, Climate Control Unit, Fan Control Relay, Front Blower Motor Relay, Front Seat Heater Relay, Multiplex Integrated Control Unit (MICU), Optional Trailer Connector, Rear Blower Motor Relay, Rear Climate Control Panel, Rear Mode Control Motor, Rear Window Defogger Relay, Rearview
10 A
Mirror with Rearview Camera Display, Second Row Seat Heater Relay
31
Headlight Leveling Control Unit, Rear Multiplex Integrated Control Unit (MICU) (IG1 Washer), Rear Window Washer Motor Relay Circuit, Windshield Washer Motor Relay Circuit, Windshield Wiper Intermittent Relay Circuit, Windshield Wiper Motor Relay
15 A
Circuit, Windshield/Rear Window Washer Motor (Front/Rear Washer)
32
2007-2009: Accessory Power Socket Relay, AcuraLink Control Unit (XM Receiver). Audio Unit, Climate Control Unit. Ignition Key Switch. Center Information Display Unit, Interface Dial, Multiplex Integrated Control System (MICU), Navigation System, XM Receiver
15 A
2010-2013: Accessory Power Socket Relay, AcuraLink Control System (XM Receiver), Audio Unit, Climate Control System, Key Interlock Solenoid, HFL-Navigation Microphone, Interface Dial, Multiplex Integrated Control Unit (MICU (ACC)), HandsFreeLink System, Audio-Navigation System, Navigation Display Module
10 A
33
Empty
-
34
Powertrain Control Module (STRLD), Starter Cut Relay
7,5 A
35
2007-2009: Starter Switch Signal (STS), Ignition Switch
7,5 A
2010-2013: Super Handling-All Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) system
7,5 A
36
2010-2013: Starter Switch Signal (STS), Ignition Switch
7,5 A
37
2010-2013: Occupant Detection System (ODS), Passenger's Airbag Cutoff Indicator, Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
7,5 A
38
2010-2013: Starter Switch Signal (STS), Ignition Switch
7,5 A
39
2010-2013: Occupant Detection System (ODS), Passenger's Airbag Cutoff Indicator, Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
7,5 A
Sub relay boxes
There are three additional relay blocks in the cabin.
№
Description
Relay block №1
R1
Empty
R2
2010-2013: Super Handling-All Wheel Drive (SH-AWD)