1998 Acura CL Service and Repair Manual

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The 1998 Acura CL service and repair manual is a practical, OEM-style reference for maintenance, diagnostics, and repair work. You’ll get step-by-step procedures, specifications, torque values, diagrams, and system information to help you troubleshoot accurately and finish jobs faster.

Ideal for professional technicians and DIY owners, this manual covers core vehicle systems including engine, brakes, steering, suspension, HVAC, and wiring diagrams. Instant digital access after purchase.

Trims covered

  • Premium Coupe 2-Door
  • Base Coupe 2-Door

Engines covered

  • 2.3L 2254CC l4 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated
  • 3.0L 2997CC V6 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated

Index / Table of contents

  • Body
  • Body Repair
  • Body Repair Basic
  • Brakes
  • Control System DTCs
  • Driving Support & Restraints
  • Engine
  • HVAC
  • Network Communication
  • Paint Repair Basic
  • Steering
  • Suspension
  • Symptom
  • Trans/Driveline
  • Vehicle General Information
  • Wiring Diagrams

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1998 Acura CL Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA #03V42300027/10/2003Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES AND MINI VANS, THE IGNITION SWITCH MAY WEAR EXCESSIVELY AND PREVENT PROPER INTERLOCK OPERATION, MAKING IT POSSIBLE TO TURN THE IGNITION KEY TO THE "OFF" POSITION AND REM

Consequence

IF THE VEHICLE OPERATOR DOES NOT SHIFT TO "PARK" BEFORE REMOVING THE KEY AND FAILS TO ENGAGE THE PAR

Remedy

DEALERS WILL PERFORM AN INSPECTION PROCEDURE THAT DETERMINES THE AMOUNT OF CYLINDER BODY WEAR. IF S

NHTSA #20V02600017/01/2020Component: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 1998 Acura 2.2CL, 1998-1999 Acura 2.3CL, 1998-1999 Acura 3.0CL, 2001 Acura 3.2CL and Acura MDX, 1998-2000 Honda Accord Coupe, Accord Sedan, Civic

Consequence

In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, an inflator rupture may result in metal fr

Remedy

Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the driver frontal air bag inflator, and replace

TSB #10190486

This SKU is a bushing kit. The customer communication requested return of unsold inventory to inspect the retail package label for accuracy. If the label is incorrect, the customer may have difficulty locating the desired product. If the la

TSB #10211608

Special Tool Loan Program: Under TOOLS AVAILABLE FOR LOAN, the list has been updated.

TSB #10099960

"SERVICE BULLETIN - THIS BULLETIN UPDATES THE TROUBLESHOOTING PROCEDURES FOR DTC P1456 (EVAP CONTROL SYSTEM LEAKAGE [FUEL TANK SYSTEM]) AND DTC P1457 (EVAP CONTROL SYSTEM LEAKAGE[EVAP CANISTER SYSTEM]). DEPENDING ON THE MODEL, THERE ARE TWO

TSB #10037486

ACURA: THERE ARE GUIDELINES FOR VARIOUS SITUATIONS AND PROCEDURES INCLUDING: TIRE PRESSURE VALVE STEM INSTALLATION, TRAILER STABILITY MALFUNCTION LIGHT IS ON, ENGINE OIL APPLICATION GUIDE, NEW SOFTWARE, NEW TRANSMISSION FLUID, NOTCHY STEERI

TSB #10018109

HOMELINK WON'T PROGRAM WITH AFTERMARKET REMOTES. *JB

TSB #10014766

P1706 A/T SWITCH SHORT OR OPEN. *EH

TSB #10014067

THE HOMELINK SYSTEM MAY HAVE TEST INFORMATION STORED IN MEMORY THAT MUST BE ERASED BEFORE IT CAN BE PROGRAMMED. *NM

TSB #10009257

RECONNECTING ACCESSORIES AFTER IGNITION SWITCH RECALL. OCTOBER TECH LINE INFORMATION. *TT

Showing the 8 most recent of 51 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.

20030618Component: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROLCrash reported2 injured

WHILE BACKING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE CONSUMER'S VEHICLE SUDDENLY LURCHED FORWARD HITTING ANOTHER VEHICLE AND PEDESTRIANS. NO WARNING. *AK

20040412Component: AIR BAGS:FRONTALCrash reported

WHILED DRIVING BETWEEN 25 TO 30 MP CONSUMER'S VEHICLE REAR ENDED A HEAVY TRUCK. UPON IMPACT, NEITHER OF THE FRONT AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. *AK

20110816Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGSFire reported

SMOKE WAS OBSERVED COMING FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. VEHICLE WAS STOPPED AS THE SMOKE INTENSIFIED. THE ENSUING FIRE DESTROYED THE VEHICLE. DROPS OF A PETROLEUM PRODUCT ON THE PAVEMENT LEADING TO THE

20110816Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINEFire reported

SMOKE WAS OBSERVED COMING FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. VEHICLE WAS STOPPED AS THE SMOKE INTENSIFIED. THE ENSUING FIRE DESTROYED THE VEHICLE. DROPS OF A PETROLEUM PRODUCT ON THE PAVEMENT LEADING TO THE

20040306Component: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL1 injured

WHILE DRIVING ON AN OPEN STRETCH OF HIGHWAY, MY 1998 ACURA 3.0CL BEGAN ACCELERATING WITHOUT ME PUSHING DOWN ON THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL. THE CAR REACHED A SPEED OF 95 MPH, AND I COULD NOT STOP IT WITH T

Showing the 5 most serious of 69 complaints filed with NHTSA.

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