EASY ACURA, HONDA ABS, VSA, BRAKE, FCW, SH-AWD, TRACTION, CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS FIX!!!
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- Опубліковано 7 лют 2025
- This video will show you hot to fix your cars dash Christmas tree lights on Acura and Honda vehicles. ABS, VSA, SH-AWD, TRACTION, BRAKE, FCW, CHECK ENGINE LIGHT.
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SAVED ME A TRIP TO THE MECHANIC!!!! My 2009 Acura TL over the years has not given me a lot of problems. From time to time I'll get different lights coming on which are so annoying. I removed my fusible link. I did not have any broken links. Cleaned the contacts with alcohol and replaced the fusible links. I started my car and all the lights disappeared. Thank you so much!!!
U gotta be joking. You just definitely have me some hope
Thank you!! I have a 2019 Honda Pilot and the dealership charged me $80 to tell me the issue was a $1200 camera replacement. My fuse wasn’t blown but just taking it out and reinstalling it fixed my problem!
Thank you sooooo much for posting this simple instructive video. I have a 2015 Honda Accord and all of the warning lights came on last night and my car failed to start (I was about 30 mile from my home). Fortunately, after a handful of attempts, the engine started but the warning lights stayed on. This morning soon after following your instructions on displacing the VSA fusible links from the box housing, I noticed that all the fuses were intact but there was debris along the blades. I cleaned off the blades with CRC electrical contact cleaner and placed the VSA fusible links back in its designated slot. All the warning lights ceased to be visible. THANK YOU!!!
patpeno I have the same problem in my Honda Accord 2015 exl any help
Did you guys find the issue
Thanks Man, my wife’s 2015 RDX this morning did this even thou there was no issues yesterday when she used the car. I pulled out the links that you suggested but saw no bad fuses but I turned on the car and no warning lights all gone. Thanks I was nervous because her car was even sputtering and that stopped to.
I have a 2016 Honda pilot AWD Touring. Same problem. All the lights came on at one time and didn’t go off on restart. I removed all of the fuse bars in fuse boxes A and B. None of the fuses were blown. However, after spraying electronic contact cleaner on all of the exposed contacts, I reinstalled and all of the lights went away. I hope this is some kind of a fix. Thank you for your video. Excellent information and probably saved me a bundle of money. By the way, I found that fuse box A was very dirty inside. It appeared that the rubber seal was not installed properly from the factory.
2014 MDX here. Same issue and the George method did not fix because no inline fuses blown. So, it's been 9 months with yours, did the problem resolve?
Thanks a million, I bought a 2011 acura mdx, and this is the first time my check engine emissions, vsa, and traction light came on at the same time, Google what they mean and how much money I will have to spend, after seeing this video, didn't cost me a dime
Where you bought it?
Where did you order the part
George Melnik is a King!!!!! He really knows his stuff, he gives great advice, I fixed my Nissan Maxima with timing change issue and I also just fixed my new Acura TL VSA / Brake system same issue like this Acura MDX. This guy is awesome!!!!
Does your tl also had antipullution and sh awd lights?
Part number: 38231-TX4-A01
Multi-Block fuse - Make sure you say "Passenger side", as there are two blocks.
$15.44 with tax
Finally got around to this because my car needs inspected
Good luck!!! Works great!!!
38231-tx4-a01
Multi block fuse
38232-TRX-AO1? What year Acura you have?
I have 2012 Acura MDX, 130K mileage, last week three lights appeared and four messages like Check Trailer Stability Assist, check VSA, ABS and SH-AWD. I already faced issues in winter when fob key was not opening the door lock, fob has new battery so I knew there is something inside the car and now in normal temperature sometimes lock was working and sometimes not. I called CAA and person checked the battery and said battery and alternator is good but your battery is 6 years old, normal battery life is 3-5 years so it is your choice to change it now or later. I decied to change it now but after that lights and messages were still present, even I checked after 10 hours in the night and still lights and messages were present. Next day in morning, after 24 hours, when I started then all three lights and four messages gone. I was really happy and now everything is working fine. Even I checked the Acura self diagnosis and it didn't show any error, all were green. It was just a weak battery problem but the messages were scary :).
Excellent information! I have a dash full of Christmas lights on my 2010 MDX, so when I go to the shop tomorrow I will ask them to check this first! Probably saved me a bundle of cash!
Thanks for sharing. Like others, I checked all the fuses in the box, and none were blown. Went to start my car again and my dashboard went back to normal. Thank's George you saved me a trip to the dealer. 2014 Acura MDX
Thank you very much for the instructions. You saved me a trip to a dealer and a hefty bill. I removed the fuses and none of them was blown.... so they went back. I started the engine and all lights were gone! It looks like like it reset itself. Any way many thanks again.
2010 Acura MDX
Barbara T thank you so much, re installed the module and all warning lights gone.
Possibly muck on the VSA Fuse contacts. Did this fix the problem long term?
Would be good to show how you fixed the fusible link.
Thank you for this video!! The dealer was going to charge me $1,800 to replace the VSA system
@Justin Lewis- Drake I have one for a 2017 if you need it
Thanks for sharing all of this information with us. I have stumbled uppon your videos several times while fixing salvage vehicles, always helpful. Thanks a bunch man
Same here! We fix a lot of acuras and have these issues sometimes.
How do I get vsa fuse?
I have same problem
Do I have to buy whole fuse or just vsa fuse which is 2nd from left?
Glad it worked for all of you but not for me. No fuse's blown. The scan tool at AutoZone says 3rd transmission pressure switch high. It's replaced but still have all the lights on with hard shifting.
Check to see if your throwing a code p2647?
same with me I checked the fuese's no fuse's blown,
All MDX owners have had to have this problem, and Acura knows it! I got the same diagnosis from AutoZone. My link is intact.😢
Where can i find the fuse link? I have been trying to find it but no success, what do i search for if i need it?
I think you are the greatest in the whole wide world thanks for being there for all of us.
Where did you buy the car fuse link at ?
Would be nice to get a part number of the fuse you replaced
He should of at least showed how he fixed it
38234-TZ5-A01 38234TZ5A01 Multi Block Fuse "O" (8 Circuit) w Screw for MDX Passport Pilot Ridgeline etc.
Google it dingus
So I changed my wheel bearing rear driver and this started but check this out I did the passenger side last week nothing same exact way no idea but I’m going to try this after work thanks man
Let us know the outside cause I got this same problem after replacing a rear wheel bearing
Question is what caused the fuse to blow?? From the accident?? Normally a fuse doesn't blow unless something shorted like a cut/grounded wire/harness. My experience is 47 years with M-B and BMW.
Great video. What causes these fusable links to blow in the first place?
what caused the fuse to blow though? that's the most important thing to figure out other wise you'll just keep replacing the fuse links which can't be cheap
Hi George, having the same issue with my 2014 RLX Hybrid after disconnecting the abs sensor after replacing my axle seal this past Saturday, so my question is does the RLX have a similar fusible link in one of the many fuse boxes...thanks in advance!!! My push button is doing the same thing as well and I have to hold it to power the car off.
Thanks. I replaced both of my struts, then broke a wire harness that connects to my speed sensor, then I got a bunch of trouble lights. Even when I fixed the harness. I will try this.
Thanks for showing me how to pull that long fuse block I was scared I was going to break it
Tell me about the 2007 RL, About the same lights and the pop up hood light too
Do you have a video on the lkas and vehicle collision warning light?
had this issue with my ILX last night but this morning it strangely went away on its own...
Thank you so much for this video. It helped me a lot. I have a question. How do you set up the time on 2009 mdx? Thank you
Good day. I have a Acura RLX 2015 it is doing the same thing but also is this a cause to back tires being worn because the vsa light on.
any idea on how to remove the airbag light after an accident without installing a new module?
I'm having the same issues....if both my fuse links appear to be good. What else could I check?
Good afternoon sir, i have that going on( Christmas 🌳)The fuse its not blown, should i still change it?
my acura tl is like this with the lights that looks like a christmas tree but the fuses are good what could be I would like your answer please
What did you replace the whole thing or like something inside that switch
I have 2008 Honda Accord and it’s give me same lights on dash .. braking lights VSA d light flashing.. so I’m gonna let them try this thanks in advance
Need help similar problems checked the fusebox and all are good same thing with the start button flashes
I LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE Your accent! I could listen to you talk ALL DAY!
I got a ILX 2014 doing da samething 🗣 I check tha fuse it good now I'm lost.. a wheel sensor gotta change tho..
This video just saved me a ton of money, time, and aggravation.
Hey George i don't have that fuse defective i checked it with a voltmeter and all the fuse around the motor bay are ok.what could it be
Does this also work for a 2016 civic turbo ?? I have the same lights on my dash ??? Lmk Ty
I had same thing happen to me, before doing this I would recommending pulling the codes first. In my instance I had a P0301 code which was a cylinder 1 misfire.
Travis Bennett
Did replacing the fuse fix your misfire?
I'm getting the vsa light with check engine and it's also a misfire
@@wickedcity77rg did u ever figure it out
@@ABcd-bj7vh why is literally nobody in the comment section replying to anyone that’s asking if their problem was fixed.
@@twinturbobmw535xi7
I think UA-cam switch off comments notifications by default for some users.This happened to me and I had to go to settings to switch it back on
How did you replace the link?. Do you have to open another compartment?
My 2010 RL ACC, AIR BAG and ABS keeps coming on, clears itself after you turn the engine off for a minute or two. System works fine, then lights up like a Christmas tree again and again. Any ideas
I have a 2012 acura mdx and the sh- awd light and traction contro light is on. the only code i keep pulling is b1835. i cant find much about this code except that the telescoping steering has a short to ground or something. have you come across this problem? if so any info would be awesome.
I have 12 accord with Vsa/brake/abs lights on can you give any suggestions
Do you need to disconnect the battery prior to remove the fuse?
A blown 20 amp fuse is a lot of current. What blow the fuse and will it do it again?
Thanks George Melnik show how to fixing ABS, VSA , Brake light on Honda Accord & Acura MDX about fuse box relay. My Honda accord 08 having the same your MDX ABS, VSA, BRAKE light on
What you do to get them to go off
If anyone having this issue with the brake light, abs, vsa, traction, especially on accords, especially 2013-2017 . It's likely your abs module! Replaced my daughters 2013 accord and just a few months later replaced my wifes 2012 accord. Dealer is about $1300 just for the module. I found them used $50 for the 13 accord "I was lucky " I don't think the junk yard knew the value and $150 but asking price was $200 for the 12 accord " lucky again " because I was patient . Most places charge between $250 to $500. Their are some places that rebuild them and correct the thin ass metal/wire. They look like staples but super super thin and when repaired they add more soldering material than before. Hope this helps someone
What about 2006 Ridgeline. Links are different. Thanks. George
Hi.. i have same lights, checked the fuse u mentioned but they all are in good condition... any other recommendations for 2008 MDX? Thanks
Do you have to unplug your battery to do this ??
May 2021, had this happen with my 2014 MDX, but when I took out the fusible link nothing was blown so I put it back in, started the car, and VIOLA! all the lights were out.
I have the same problem with the multiple lights on the dash boart , I did check what you suggest but all is good ,,
do you ever fix your problem? I'm having the same problem,
@@alexandraventura5547 Hello, did you find a solution? I’m having the same issue.
I have 2002 Acura RL. My vsa light stayed on and I can not reset them. I asked a local technician, he says I have a bad converter for brake system. How do I fix this problem?
Hi George, thanks so much in sharing on how to fix SHAWD light on, i have exactly the same on my rdx. Can you please let me know where i can get the new fuse? Do i need to get it from acura dealership? Or can i just get it from anywehere? Thanks again! And i did sure subscribe on ur channel looking forward for more of ur helpful videos.
Would that affect honda sensing system? I have lane departure, collision, cruise and lane assist problem comes up.. this happened after car wasn't used for a week. Fired it up and this lights came on my 2016.. every so often it works.. go figure
This seems to be typical of honda and acura. All warning lights flash: VSA, ABS, Check Engine, SRS, EPB, etc. Can a weak battery cause this? A bad battery cell? Disrupting all electronic systems, modules and circuits? If the main relay is not blown, can you perform a "hard start"?
Thanks so Much George!! great video! I had the exact same problem with my Honda Civic 2015 and now all my dash lights are gone too.
I am having the same problem, how could you solve this problem?
Me too, I've checked the fuses are intact, those lights goes off when I start driving but comes on when I'm idling or when I turn on the AC
I check the fuse it's ok, anything else for help.
So what was the codes? What caused the fuse to blow?
Hopefully you see this. I did yank out the fuse. No fuse was blown, most lights remain
Hello, did you find a solution? I’m having the same issue.
Could this be the same with a 2005 acura rl?
Will this work for a 2013 Acura ILX? The car randomly starts when it wants to
I have an 2009 MDX my abs baa and shared light came on.when I checked the knock sensor wire was bitten by an animal trying to stay warm. I replaced it with an anti animal coating. plug it in and the light went away. After a few months the lights came back on. I checked the fuse bars but they are ok. Can't figure it out up to now. Hopefully it's not the cable again.
Wow, very nice video and work. Thanks a lot!
Hi George where you located I don't want to do this but you make it so easy looking I'll come to you
Thanks for the info, I'd never seen how to change one of those long fuses before. Hopefully it will work.
I have a question I have blind spot indicator on how do I fix the issue before I take to the dealership 🙁
My car has low brake fluid even though we add fluid, accident, lane assist on all we did changing the brake fluid, it's a 2019 acura rdx
Junk yard had it thanks so much for this video you saved me some $$$ no-doubt
E.Raqueel Valenzuela pretty.
hi frend my 2008 acqra mdx engine light and ali well drive light on and off.please give me a advise
I have Acura MDX 07 and did the same thing as yours light come in everywhere I hope this video help take care of my lights
Did it help? I have same thing ('08 but intermittent) but it's worst when there's heavy rain going
Had this issue. Fuses were fine. Ended up being the battery even though the battery tested good.
I wonder if this is my issue. I replaced my battery already like 3-4 months ago with a Walmart battery. I wonder is it’s the culprit. I’m having the same exact issues as the video down to a T.
@Robert Essary, your battery tested good but you still had the lights on the dashboard? And after replacing the battery the lights went away?
@@twinturbobmw535xi7 have you solved your problem? I replaced this fuse link and the VSA module and still having this issue
@@BikeLifeHooligan Hello, did you find a solution? I’m having the same issue.
Is it the same with 07 RDX?
Planning to get 2019 TLX V6 FWD.
Is there a problem with the transmission in the newer models?
My 2009 MDX says check SH-AWD....SYSYTEM car Drive's fine light is on..any ideas😶 could my fuse be out.in the message center it said using to much power.
Did you fix your light is it still on how did you fix that problem ?
@@vinnyterlizzi9865 it was the alternator and down the line had to replace that expensive ass catalytic converter acura wanted 1200 found a after market for 700 ..but the front end was bad so it cost me 1800 to fix that and that's wut fixed that SH-awd front end would rattle when on messed up road's
Hi everyone, crv 2013 2.2 idtec I got abs awd check engine lights on dashboard my friend scanned the system by obd and got errors 83-11, 61-12 and P0087, The car works fine, no problems with starting the power is ok just the lights come on once a week during normal driving, when I delete them from the dashboard everything is fine, but they keep coming back some times after a week sometimes after a 1-2 days. Any ideas what's wrong.
Thanks.
OK. What's stopping the fuse from blowing again?
Thank you, you got a new subscriber.
I went to a transmission specialist for my 2008 acura mdx my SH-AWD light stays lit he pulled a code on it and it says it's a relay switch in the trunk my truck has no trunk is it possible it's the car link fuse ?
My 2015 RDX dashboard lit up like the 4th of July, the fuse wasn't blown but there was some kinda grime on the lead, cleaned it up and everything turned off
Thanks for the help 👍
sir,I have 2015 Honda accord with same problem,,where can I find this? fuse box is different. I looked at fuses and they look good. Is there anything else I could look at?
I have 2013 acura TL, SH-AWD, and it was in accident before I owned it. it has 3 signs coming on the screen, 1- check SH-AWD, 2- Check VSA, 3- Check Hill Start Assist System. Spent $400 by showing it to different mechanics, no one has fixed the signs. Any clue?
Hey man does this apply for 2011 TL?
Does this apply to a 2013 civic 1.8L engine? Can it pass emissions? Any other reasons why the christmas tree happens? Can you please explain? I know that when the battery is flat or you disconnect battery, you lose your presets and radio code from what I saw in this video. Also, that you need to update the software. Any other reasons?
Does a 2011 mdx have a fusable link? After going through somewhat deep water,my vsa abs etc lights came on, eventually they cleared but over time it kept happening more. During a recent oil change they claim a brake pedal position switch code may be the cause and quoted me $190. I also seem to think this issue deactivated my sh-awd so i started looking into other reasons that could cause this, and found your fusable link video. Hooing i can resolve these codes soon, besides chiming and being annoying the 4 wheel power distribution graphic isnt showing any power to rear wheels so i was wondering if car is only in 2wd mode now. Thanks!
It sure is. I’m having the same exact issues as the video and my awd isn’t working. It’s in fwd mode.
My car blew a cylinder in march 2022 and its dead. 2 mechanics advised a new engine. W 186k on it i had to junk it. After 2 months of looking and not being able to find a good mdx, 2015s were all i could afford in the 24-26k range i wound up getting a 2015 nissan murano platinum w 59k mi and its been a disaster. So much keeps going wrong with the car. Money pit. Build quality is crap. Never again would i get a nissan. Never.
I have a acura mdx 2004 and all the light are on and it keeps draining my battery I already changed the alternator??
Does this work for a 2008 model?
How do I rest the SH-AWD light on a 2008 Acura mdx it came on while I was on the highway and I was trying to pass a truck so I accelerated really fast next thing you know the SH-AWD came on I pulled over and turned off the car but it was still on. I also noticed that when I looked at the awd screen that I was not getting any torque to my back tires only the front? What do you think is wrong?
Ramon Cruceta that happened to me today, how do I fix it?
I have same 2008 mdx same problem changed all fluids in 3 locations work for short period but seems to be intermittent you will see my fix request at top of this screen posted today Ernie lang
Can this be done on 2005 Acura tsx
Honda Accord 2009 ex I had this problem due to an accident and when i got my car fix this lights stay on (avs and abs) for months I change the fuse witch is not sell anywhere but ebay i had to buy the whole fuse box to get this fuse but it was worth. my lights (avs and abs) didn't vanish right away you need to drive the car a few yards for the avs and abs to go away this is due to the avs system every time your make a turn the avs will assist you and if the fuse is good the light will go away
Yes you absolutely correct
Hello Goerge. I also got a Honda Accord that has the same lights on, so I check fusible links and I tried to solder the fusible links. The lights are still on any recommendations would help.
* * This did NOT work. Nothing is broken on my 2007 Acura MDX.
Besides the SH-AWD I also have PO305 (cylinder 5 misfire)...!
What might be the problem? * *
I have a 2012 MDX. Emissions light, VSA light and trailer stability light on. The vehicle is also running rough. I've checked the fuses, they're all good. I've replaced the pcv valve. I did have 1/3 tank of gas, so l added gumout, and filled it with Shell's top tier premium fuel.
Still have all the same issues.
Would you have any ideas of what l should look at next before l break down and take it to the dealer?
Thank you for any help.
You ever get this figured out?
@@justsayin4632 Hello, did you find a solution? I’m having the same issue.
@@homerogarcia7287 I had a combination of things going on. MOST of the time when there’s a ton of unrelated errors with various electronics, check your battery. My negative was loose and causing all kinds of weird drama. A battery near the end of its life can cause sporadic issues as well. Make sure it’s healthy and all connections are tight, then clear the trouble codes. Any that come back, may be legit and require further investigating.
In my particular instance I also had a couple bad spark plugs as well. Fixed loose battery clamp and spark plugs, no more problems. Just load test your battery and make sure all connections are tight FIRST, then go from there.
@@homerogarcia7287 I had a combination of things going on. MOST of the time when there’s a ton of unrelated errors with various electronics, check your battery. My negative was loose and causing all kinds of weird drama. A battery near the end of its life can cause sporadic issues as well. Make sure it’s healthy and all connections are tight, then clear the trouble codes. Any that come back, may be legit and require further investigating. In my particular instance I also had a couple bad spark plugs as well. Fixed loose battery clamp and spark plugs, no more problems. Just load test your battery and make sure all connections are tight FIRST, then go from there
@@homerogarcia7287 Damn, UA-cam CENSORS WORKING OVERTIME!
I had a combination of things going on. MOST of the time when there’s a ton of unrelated errors with various electronics, check your battery. My negative was loose and causing all kinds of weird drama. A battery near the end of its life can cause sporadic issues as well. Make sure it’s healthy and all connections are tight, then clear the trouble codes. Any that come back, may be legit and require further investigating. In my particular instance I also had a couple bad spark plugs as well. Fixed loose battery clamp and spark plugs, no more problems. Just load test your battery and make sure all connections are tight FIRST, then go from there.
Check VSA systemt is appearing on the dashboard of my acura mdx 2007 ...pls how can I fix this
Do you happen to know how to get the VSA vtm-4 ABS and brake light off on a 2006 Honda Pilot