Fuses and relays Acura RL (KA9; 1995-2004)

This material discusses in detail the fuse diagrams of the Acura RL (first generation; KA9): 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004 release.

Fuses #4 or #16 in the passenger compartment are resposible for the cigar lighter.

In the engine compartment

Fuse box is located near the battery.

General view.

Models 1995-1999 release

Diagram of the engine bay fuse box Acura RL 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999 model year.

No.	Description	Amps
31	Power distribution	120 A
32	ABS pump motor	40 A
33	Rear window defogger	40 A
34	Power distribution	50 A
35	Ignition switch	50 A
36	Power distribution	40 A
37	Blower (HEATED MOTOR)	40 A
38	ABS control unit	7,5 A
39	Brake lights, Horns, Key interlock solenoid	15 A
40	Turn signal/hazard relay	10 A
41	ABS control unit, ABS rear solenoid	15 A
42	TCS control unit	15 A
43	ABS solenoid	20 A
44	Keyless receiver unit, Multiplex control unit (passenger's)	20 A
45	Daytime running lights control unit (Canada), High beam indicator light, Right headlight	15 A
46	Left hradlight	15 A
47	Radiator fan motor	20 A
48	Ashtray light, Climate control unit, Console lights, Dash lights, Front side marker lights, Glove box light, Hazard switch light, Moonroof switch light, Navigation display unit, Power mirror switch light, Stereo sound system, TCS switch light	7,5 A
49	Front fog light switch light, Front parking lights, License plate lights, Taillights	7,5 A
50	Condenser fan motor	20 A
51	Moonroof	20 A
52	Front passenger's power seat recline and slide motors	30 A
53	Front fog lights	15 A
54	Power mirror control module, Steering column control module	20 A
55	Gauge assembly, Power mirror defogger	15 A
56	Automatic lighting control module, Climate control module, Clock, Gauge assembly, Multiplex control unit, Navigation system, Power mirrors, Power seats, Powertrain control module (PCM), Security system, Stereo sound system	7,5 A
57	Ceiling lights, cigarette lighter light, Courtesy lights, Front spotlights, Ignition key light, Trunk light	20 A
58	Windshield wiper motor	30 A

Models 2000-2004 release

Diagram of the engine bay fuse box Acura RL 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004 model year.

No.	Description	Amps
1	Empty	—
2	Stop, Horn	20 A
3	Hazard	10 A
4	Driver Power Window	20 A
5	TCS	15 A
6	VSA	20 A
7	Power Door Lock	20 A
8	Right Headlight Low	20 A
9	Left Headlight Low	20 A
10	Cooling Fan	20 A
11	Left Headlight High	10 A
12	Right Headlight High	10 A
13	Condenser Fan	20 A
14	Moonroof	20 A
15	Front Passenger’s Power Seat	30 A
16	Front Fog Light	20 A
17	ETS (Electrical Tilt/ Telescope Steering)	20 A
18	Meter	15 A
19	Back-up, Radio	7,5 A
20	Interior Lights	20 A
21	Wiper Motor	30 A
22	Ignition Switch	50 A
23	Power Window	40 A
24	Heater Motor	40 A
25	Battery	120 A
26	VSA Motor	40 A
27	Rear Window Defogger	40 A
28	Fuse box	50 A

Relay modules

Assigment of the relays.

1	Dimmer
2	ABS Pump Motor
3	Headlight
4	Taillight

In the passenger compartment

Located on the driver’s side underneath the dashboard.

General view.

Models 1995-1999 release

Diagram of the cabin fuse box Acura RL 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999 model year.

No.	Description	Amps
1	(OP +B)	—
2	(OP)	—
3	A/C compressor clutch relay, Blower controls, Climate control unit, Condenser fan motor, Fans	7,5 A
4	Cigarette lighter, Navigation control unit	10 A
5	Ignition switch, A/C compressor clutch, Seat heaters	20 A
6	PGM-FI main relay, Immobilizer control unit, Datalink connector	20 A
7	SRS module	10 A
8	Power seats	20 A
9	Empty	—
10	Daytime running lights (DRL) control unit	10 A
11	Power seats	20 A
12	Daytime running lights control unit	7,5 A
13	Back-up lights, Gauge relay, Keyless receiver unit, Multiplex control un~. Vehicle speed sensor (VSS)	7,5 A
14	PGM-FI main relay, Powertrain control module (PCM)	7,5 A
15	Alternator	7,5 A
16	Stereo sound system	20 A
17	Multiplex control unit	20 A
18	Multiplex control unit, Power windows	20 A
19	ABS control unit, immobilizer control unit, Power mirrors, Rear window defogger relay	7,5 A
20	Alternator, Clock, Cruise control, Gauge assembly, PGM-FI Power seats, Shift lock solenoid, TCS, Turn signal/hazard relay	20 A
21	Multiplex control unit, Power windows	20 A
22	Fuel pump fuse, SRS module	20 A
23	Moonroof, Multiplex control unit, Wiper/washer	10 A
24	Multiplex control unit, Power windows	10 A
25	Ignition system	30 A
26	Empty	—

Models 2000-2004 release

Diagram of the cabin fuse box Acura RL 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004 model year.

No.	Assigment	Amps
1	Small Light	15 A
2	Empty (OP)	—
3	Rear Window Defogger Relay / Condenser Fan Relay, Cooling Fan Relay	7.5 A
4	Radio, ACC	10 A
5	A/C Clutch, Heated Seat	20 A
6	ECU (PCM)	20 A
7	SRS module	10 A
8	Driver's Power Seat	20 A
9	Bose Audio System	20 A
10	Daytime Running Lights (On some models)	10 A
11	Driver's Power Seat	20 A
12	Daytime Running Lights (On some models)	7.5 A
13	Meter, Moonroof	7.5 A
14	Starter Signal	7.5 A
15	ACG	7.5 A
16	ACC Socket, Acura RL Cigar Lighter Fuse	10 A
17	Power Window MPCS	7.5 A
18	Front Right Power Window	20 A
19	Mirror	7.5 A
20	ECU (Body)	20 A
21	Rear Right Power Window	20 A
22	Fuel Pump Fuse	20 A
23	SRS module	7.5 A
24	Rear Left Power Window	20 A
25	Ignition Coils	30 A
26	Empty	—

Relay modules

Assigment of the relays.

1	Starter Cut
2	Turn Signal / Hazard
3	Power Windows