2024 ACURA MDX Fuses and Fuse Box | How to fix a Blown Fuse

2024 ACURA MDX Fuses and Fuse Box | How to fix a Blown Fuse

The fuses and fuse box in the 2024 Acura MDX are very important for making sure that the car’s electrical parts work right. The fuse box is a central place where many fuses are kept. Each fuse protects a different circuit in the car. As safety measures, fuses stop electrical overloads that could damage important parts otherwise. It protects the system from harm when a fuse blows because it stops the flow of electricity to a certain channel. Follow this step-by-step guide to fix a broken fuse in your 2024 Acura MDX. First, it’s important to look in the car’s guidebook to find out where the blown fuse is and what it does. You can change the bad fuse with a new one of the same amperage once you know which one it is. This simple process helps make sure that the car’s electrical systems keep working well, which shows how important it is to maintain the fuses properly for the best performance.

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Fuses

Fuse Locations
If any electrical devices are not working, set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK) and check to see if any applicable fuse is blown.

Engine Compartment Fuse Box Type A
Fuse locations are shown on the fuse box cover. Locate the fuse in question by the fuse number and box cover number. Located near the brake fluid reservoir. Push the tabs to open the box.
Replacement of fuses No.1-5 should be done by a dealer.

Circuit-protected and fuse rating

Circuit Protected		Amps
1	Battery*1	225 A
	−	−
	Idle Stop 1	30 A
	Idle Stop 2	30 A
	−	−
	EPS*1	80 A
	−	−
2	Power Module 1*1	−*2 70 A
	Fuse Box Main 1	60 A
	Fuse Box Option 1	60 A
	Rear Blower	30 A
3	Active Control Mount*1	−*2 30 A
	Starter Motor	30 A
	Radiator Fan*1	−*2 30 A
	Heater Motor	40 A
	Power Module ACC	40 A
	Rear Defogger	40 A
	Fuse Box Option 2	60 A
4	AC Power Outlet*	(30 A)
	Brake Booster*1	40 A
	−*2
	Rear Fuse Box Main 2*1 Power Module 1*2	60 A 70 A
	VSA F/S RLY*1	30 A
	−*2	40 A
	Rear Fuse Box Main 1*1 Idle Stop 1*2	60 A 30 A
	−	60 A*1
	Fuse Box Main 2*1	30 A*2
	−*2	60 A 30 A
5	Power Module 2	30 A
	VSA Pump Motor	40 A
	IG Main 2	30 A
	Relay Module 2	30 A
	Relay Module 1	30 A
	−	30 A
	IG Main 1	30 A
6	Conditioner Fan*1 Fuel Pump*2	30 A
7	Wiper	30 A
8	−*1	−
	AVC*2−20 A	20 A

1. :3.5 L engine models
2. :3.0 L engine models

Circuit Protected		Amps
9	FI Main*1	15 A
	−*2	−
10	−	−
11	Injector*1	20 A
	−*2	−
12	−	−
13	Trailer E Brake*	(20 A)
14	Horn	15 A
15	−*1	10 A
	Cooling Fan*2
16	FI ECU	10 A
17	−	−
18	DBW*1	15 A
	−*2
19	Audio	15 A
20	Back-Up	7.5 A
21	Transmission 1	15 A
22	−	−
23	Hazard	10 A
24	−	−
25	Brake Lights	7.5 A
26	IG Coil	15 A
27	Transmission 3	10 A
28	Transmission 2	10 A
29	−	−
30	−	−
31	Washer	15 A
32	Battery Sensor*1	10 A
	Injector*2	15 A
33	Shutter Grille*1	10 A
	FI Main*2	20 A
34	−	−
35	−	−
36	Cruise SW*1	10 A
	−*2	−
37	IGPS (VSS)*1	(10 A)
	−*2	−*2
38	Sub Fan Diode*1	7.5 A
	IGPS (PCS)*2	10 A
39	−*1	−
	IGPS (ABV)*2	10 A
40	−	−
41	−	−

1. :3.5 L engine models
2. :3.0 L engine models

Engine Compartment Fuse Box Type B*
Fuse locations are shown on the fuse box cover. Locate the fuse in question by the fuse number and box cover number. Located near the brake fluid reservoir. Push the tabs to open the box.
Replacement of the fuses should be done by a dealer.

	Circuit Protected	Amps
1	Main Fuse	250 A
2	R/B ACG	200 A
3	EPS	80 A
4	VSA	40 A
5	ESB	40 A
6	RFC2	60 A
7	RFC1	60 A

Driver’s Side Interior Fuse Box Type A
Located under the dashboard.
Fuse locations are shown on the label on the side panel.
Locate the fuse in question by the fuse number and label number.

Circuit-protected and fuse rating

Circuit Protected		Amps
1	Driver’s Power Window	30 A
2	Front Passenger’s Power Window	30 A
3	Rear Passenger’s Side Power Window	30 A
4	Rear Driver’s Side Power Window	30 A
5	Option	10 A
6	SRS	10 A
7	−	−
8	−	−
9	−	−
10	Door Lock Main	20 A
11	Meter	10 A
12	Transmission	10 A
13	Battery Fan*1	10 A
	−*2	−*2
14	Starter Motor	10 A
15	Driver’s Door Unlock	7.5 A
16	Panoramic Roof	20 A
17	−	−
18	−	−
19	−	−
20	Ambient Lighting	(10 A)*1 10 A*2
21	Accessory Power Socket (in the Console Compartment)	20 A
22	Keyless Access System	10 A
23	Driver’s Door Lock	7.5 A
24	−	−
25	Shifter	10 A
26	SRS	10 A
27	ACG	15 A*1 10 A*2
28	VSA/ABS	10 A
29	Fuel Pump	20 A*1 10 A*2
30	Driver’s Side Door Unlock	10 A
31	Passenger’s Side Door Unlock	7.5 A
32	Steering Column Adjust	20 A
33	IMG	10 A
34	−	−
35	Steering Column Adjust	20 A
36	Sunshade	20 A
37	−*1	−*2
	Audio Amp*2	(20 A)
38	Option	10 A
39	Passenger’s Side Door Lock	7.5 A
40	Driver’s Power Seat	30 A
41	−*1	−*2
	Driver’s Massage Seat*, *2	10 A
42	−	−
43	AIRCON	10 A
44	Daytime Running Lights	10 A
45	ACCESSORY	10 A
46	−	−
47	Driver’s Side Door Lock	10 A
48	−	−

1. :3.5 L engine models
2. :3.0 L engine models

Circuit Protected		Amps
49	Front Passenger’s Power Seat	30 A
50	−	−
51	−	−
52	−	−
53	−*1	−
	Front Passenger’s Massage Seat*, *2	(10 A)
54	Option	10 A
55	Audio Amp*1	(30 A)
	−*2	−
56	−	−

1. :3.5 L engine models
2. :3.0 L engine models

Driver’s Side Interior Fuse Box Type B
Located under the dashboard.
Fuse locations are shown on the label on the side panel.
Locate the fuse in question by the fuse number and label number.

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Circuit-protected and fuse rating

Circuit Protected	Amps
A      Meter	10 A
B    AcuraWatchTM	10 A
C     AIRCON	10 A
D  Active Control Mount*	10 A
E  Active Noise Canceling	10 A
F  Steering Wheel Audio	10 A
G     Telematics	10 A

Passenger’s Side Interior Fuse Box
Located on the lower side panel. Take off the cover to open it.
Fuse locations are shown on the cover.
Circuit-protected and fuse rating

Circuit Protected		Amps
1	−	−
2	A/C Compressor	10 A
3	Heated Steering Wheel*	(10 A)
4	Heated Windshield*	(15 A)
5	Fog Lights*	10 A
6	FI Sub	15 A
7	Front Seat Heaters	20 A
8	−	−
9	−	−
10	Second Row Seat Heaters*	(20 A)
11	Accessory Power Socket (on the rear of the Console Compartment)	20 A
12	Accessory Power Socket (Front Console)	20 A

Rear Fuse Box Type A
Located in the cargo area. Remove the cover by prying on the edge of the cover using a flat-tip screwdriver.

• Wrap the flat-tip screwdriver with a cloth to prevent scratches.

Fuse locations are shown on the cover. Locate the fuse in question by the fuse number and box cover number.

Circuit-protected and fuse rating

Circuit Protected		Amps
1	SH AWD®*	(30 A)
2	Power Tailgate	40 A
3	Air Suspension*	(40 A)
4	−	−
5	Audio Amp*	(40 A)
6	−	−
7	−	−
8	−	−
9	−	−
10	SH AWD®*	(10 A)
11	Driver’s Power Seat	30 A
12	Driver’s Power Seat	30 A
13	Trailer Back Lights*	(10 A)
14	Rear Lights	15 A
15	Trailer Hazard Lights*	(10 A)
16	Air Suspension*	(20 A)
17	Accessory Power Socket (Cargo Area)	20 A
18	Adaptive Damper System*	(15 A)
19	Front Passenger’s Power Seat	30 A
20	Front Passenger’s Power Seat	30 A
21	Trailer Small Lights*	(20 A)
22	Power Tailgate	20 A
23	Battery Sensor*	(10 A)
24	−	−
25	Third Row Seat Access	20 A
26	Trailer Charge*	(20 A)
27	−	−
28	−	−
29	−	−
30	−	−

Rear Fuse Box Type B*
Located on the battery in the cargo area. Remove the cover.
Push the tabs to open the box.
Fuse locations are shown on the fuse box cover. Locate the fuse in question by the fuse number and box cover number.
Replacement of the fuses should be done by a dealer.

	Circuit Protected	Amps
B	Battery	450 A
C	−	150 A
D	Jump Start Box	200 A
E	−	80 A
F	Rear Fuse Box 1	70 A
G	Fuse Box 2	60 A
H	Rear Fuse Box 2	70 A

Inspecting and Changing Fuses

1. Set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF
   (LOCK). Turn headlights and all accessories off.
2. Remove the fuse box cover.
3. Check the main fuse in the engine compartment fuse box type A.
   1. Look at the fuse through the hole.
   2. If the fuse is blown, have it replaced by a dealer.
4. Check the combined fuses in the engine compartment fuse box type A.
   1. Look into the space between the fuses.
   2. If the fuse is blown, have it replaced by a dealer.
5. Check the fuses in the engine compartment fuse box type B and rear fuse box type B.
   1. If the fuse is blown, have it replaced by a dealer.
6. Inspect the small fuses in the engine compartment and the vehicle interior.
   1. If there is a blown fuse, remove it with the fuse puller and replace it with a new one.

NOTICE
Replacing a fuse with one that has a higher rating greatly increases the chances of damaging the electrical system.
Use the charts to locate the fuse in question and confirm the specified amperage on the fuse label.

Fuse Locations
Replace with a fuse of the same specified amperage.
There is a fuse puller on the back of the engine compartment fuse box type A cover.

 

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