In this article, we focus on the first-generation Acura MDX (chassis code YD1) , a pioneering luxury mid-size SUV produced from 2001 to 2006 . As Acura’s first SUV, this generation of the MDX established a strong reputation for reliability, practicality, and premium features, setting the stage for its continued success in the luxury SUV market.
Here, you will find detailed fuse box diagrams for Acura MDX models produced in 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 and 2006 . These diagrams provide essential information for understanding the vehicle’s electrical systems, including the assignment of each fuse and relay. This resource is invaluable for owners and technicians addressing electrical maintenance, troubleshooting, or repairs.
This article serves as a comprehensive guide to the electrical system of the first-generation Acura MDX, offering the knowledge needed to maintain the performance and dependability of this iconic luxury SUV.
The cigar lighter and power outlet fuses in the Acura MDX are as follows:
Fuse №9 in the Interior Fuse Box (Passenger’s Side) (Front Accessory Socket).Fuse №5 in the Secondary Under-Hood Fuse Box (Rear Accessory Socket).
The primary under-hood fuse box is located in the back of the engine compartment on the passenger’s side.
The secondary fuse box is in the engine compartment next to the battery.
The interior fuse boxes are located underneath the dashboard on each side.
To open the fuse box on the passenger’s side, pull the right edge of the cover.
Assignment of the primary under-hood fuse box (2002, 2003)
No. Amps. Circuits Protected 1 20 A Spare Fuse 2 30 A Spare Fuse 3 20 A Right Headlight 4 15 A ACGS 5 15 A Hazard 6 — Not used 7 20 A Stop 8 20 A Left Headlight 9 20 A Radio 10 40 A Power Window Motor 11 30 A RearA/C 12 30 A Rear Defroster 13 40 A Back Up, ACC 14 40 A Power Seat 15 40 A Heater Motor 16 30 A Cooling Fan 17 7.5 A Spare Fuse 18 10 A Spare Fuse 19 15 A Spare Fuse 20 120 A Battery 21 30 A Condenser Fan 22 7.5 A MG Clutch 23 50 A IGI Main 24 20 A Fog Lights
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Assignment of the secondary under-hood fuse box (2002)
No. Amps. Circuits Protected 1 40 A ABS Motor 2 20 A ABS F/S 3 20 A Rear ACC Socket 4 20 A 4WD
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Assignment of the secondary under-hood fuse box (2003)
No. Amps. Circuits Protected 1 20 A Rear Entertainment System 2 40 A VSA F/S Relay 3 30 A VSA Motor 4 20 A 4WD 5 20 A Rear Accessory Socket 6 15 A ETC 7 15 A IG Coil 8 15 A LAP 9 7.5 A FI-Back-up 10 20 A P/W DR
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Assignment of the Interior fuse box (Driver’s Side) (2002, 2003)
No. Amps. Circuits Protected 1 15 A Fuel Pump 2 10 A SRS 3 7.5 A Heater Control, A/C Clutch Relay, Cooling Fan Relay 4 7.5 A Power Mirror 5 10 A Daytime Running Light (Canadian models) /Rear Wiper 6 15 A ECU (PCM), Cruise Control 7 7.5 A OPDS 8 7.5 A ACC Relay 9 10 A Back-up Lights, Instrument Lights 10 7.5 A Turn Signals 11 15 A IG Coil 12 30 A Front Wiper 13 7.5 A Starter Signal
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Assignment of the Interior fuse box (Passenger’s Side) (2002, 2003)
No. Amps. Circuits Protected 1 30 A Sun Roof 2 20 A Driver’s Power Seat Reclining 3 20 A Passenger’s Power Seat Sliding 4 20 A Driver’s Power Seat Sliding 5 20 A Passenger’s Power Seat Reclining 6 10 A Daytime Running Light (Canadian models) 7 20 A Driver’s side Rear Power Window 8 20 A Front Passenger’s Power Window 9 15 A Front Accessory Socket 10 15 A Small Light 11 10 A Interior Light, Radio 12 20 A Power Door Lock 13 7.5 A Back Up 14 20 A Heated Seat 15 20 A Driver’s Power Window 16 20 A Passenger’s Side Rear Power Window
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Assignment of the primary under-hood fuse box (2004)
No. Amps. Circuits Protected 1 20 A Spare Fuse 2 30 A Spare Fuse 3 20 A Right Headlight 4 15 A ACGS 5 15 A Hazard 6 — Not used 7 20 A Stop 8 20 A Left Headlight 9 20 A Radio 10 40 A Power Window Motor 11 30 A RearA/C 12 30 A Rear Defroster 13 40 A Back Up, ACC 14 40 A Power Seat 15 40 A Heater Motor 16 30 A Cooling Fan 17 7.5 A Spare Fuse 18 10 A Spare Fuse 19 15 A Spare Fuse 20 120 A Battery 21 30 A Condenser Fan 22 7.5 A MG Clutch 23 50 A IGI Main 24 20 A Fog Lights
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Assignment of the secondary under-hood fuse box (2004)
No. Amps. Circuits Protected 1 20 A Rear Entertainment System 2 40 A VSA F/S Relay 3 30 A VSA Motor 4 20 A 4WD 5 20 A Rear Accessory Socket 6 15 A ETC 7 15 A IG Coil 8 15 A LAP 9 7.5 A FI-Back-up 10 20 A P/W DR
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Assignment of the Interior fuse box (Driver’s Side) (2004)
No. Amps. Circuits Protected 1 15 A Fuel Pump 2 10 A SRS 3 7.5 A Heater Control, A/C Clutch Relay, Cooling Fan Relay 4 7.5 A Power Mirror 5 10 A Daytime Running Light (Canadian models) / Rear Wiper 6 15 A ECU (PCM), Cruise Control 7 7.5 A OPDS 8 7.5 A ACC Relay 9 10 A Back-up Lights, Instrument Lights, TPMS 10 7.5 A Turn Signals 11 15 A IG Coil 12 30 A Front Wiper 13 — Not Used
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Driver’s Side Auxiliary (2004, 2005, 2006)
No. Amps. Circuits Protected 1 7.5 A Horn 2 7.5 A ELD Unit, Immobilizer Control Unit, VSA Control Unit, Alternator 3 7.5 A Auto Wipers
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Assignment of the Interior fuse box (Passenger’s Side) (2004)
No. Amps. Circuits Protected 1 30 A Moonroof 2 20 A Driver’s Power Seat Reclining 3 20 A Passenger’s Power Seat Sliding 4 20 A Driver’s Power Seat Sliding 5 20 A Passenger’s Power Seat Reclining 6 10 A Daytime Running Light (Canadian models) 7 20 A Driver’s side Rear Power Window 8 20 A Front Passenger’s Power Window 9 15 A Front Accessory Socket 10 15 A Small Light 11 10 A Interior Light, TPMS 12 20 A Power Door Lock 13 7.5 A Back Up, Clock 14 20 A Heated Seat 15 20 A Driver’s Power Window 16 20 A Passenger’s Side Rear Power Window
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Assignment of the primary under-hood fuse box (2005, 2006)
No. Amps. Circuits Protected 1 20 A Spare Fuse 2 30 A Spare Fuse 3 20 A Right Headlight 4 15 A ACGS 5 15 A Hazard 6 — Not used 7 20 A Stop 8 20 A Left Headlight 9 20 A Radio 10 40 A Power Window Motor 11 30 A RearA/C 12 30 A Rear Defroster 13 40 A Back Up, ACC 14 40 A Power Seat 15 40 A Heater Motor 16 30 A Cooling Fan 17 7.5 A Spare Fuse 18 10 A Spare Fuse 19 15 A Spare Fuse 20 120 A Battery 21 30 A Condenser Fan 22 7.5 A MG Clutch 23 50 A IGI Main 24 20 A Fog Lights
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Assignment of the secondary under-hood fuse box (2005, 2006)
No. Amps. Circuits Protected 1 20 A Rear Entertainment System 2 40 A VSA F/S Relay 3 30 A VSA Motor 4 20 A 4WD 5 20 A Rear Accessory Socket 6 15 A ETC 7 15 A IG Coil 8 15 A LAP 9 7.5 A FI-Back-up 10 20 A P/W DR
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Assignment of the Interior fuse box (Driver’s Side) (2005, 2006)
No. Amps. Circuits Protected 1 15 A Fuel Pump 2 10 A SRS 3 7.5 A Heater Control, A/C Clutch Relay, Cooling Fan Relay 4 7.5 A Power Mirror 5 10 A Daytime Running Light (Canadian models) / Rear Wiper 6 15 A ECU (PCM), Cruise Control 7 7.5 A OPDS, OnStar 8 7.5 A ACC Relay 9 10 A Back-up Lights, Instrument Lights, TPMS 10 7.5 A Turn Signals 11 15 A IG Coil 12 30 A Front Wiper 13 — Not Used
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Driver’s Side Auxiliary (2004, 2005, 2006)
No. Amps. Circuits Protected 1 7.5 A Horn 2 7.5 A ELD Unit, Immobilizer Control Unit, VSA Control Unit, Alternator 3 7.5 A Auto Wipers
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Assignment of the Interior fuse box (Passenger’s Side) (2005, 2006)
No. Amps. Circuits Protected 1 30 A Moonroof 2 20 A Driver’s Power Seat Reclining 3 20 A Passenger’s Power Seat Sliding 4 20 A Driver’s Power Seat Sliding 5 20 A Passenger’s Power Seat Reclining 6 10 A Daytime Running Light, OnStar (Canadian models) 7 20 A Driver’s side Rear Power Window 8 20 A Front Passenger’s Power Window 9 15 A Front Accessory Socket, HFL, OnStar 10 15 A Small Light 11 10 A Interior Light, TPMS, HFL 12 20 A Power Door Lock 13 7.5 A Back Up, Clock 14 20 A Heated Seat 15 20 A Driver’s Power Window 16 20 A Passenger’s Side Rear Power Window
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