# \#tl **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/tag/tl/2071.md [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) --- ## [Noise near left front wheel](https://community.cartalk.com/t/noise-near-left-front-wheel/199887)
**Author:** [@rmgold\_193401](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rmgold_193401)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [May 9, 2025, 12:50am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/noise-near-left-front-wheel/199887 "2025-05-09T00:50:07Z")
My 2013 Acura TL 2WD (153k mi) has developed a noise that sounds like a small electric motor near the left front wheel. The noise becomes apparent at around 30mph and increases in frequency as the vehicle speed increases… --- ## [Automatic transmission out](https://community.cartalk.com/t/automatic-transmission-out/193983)
**Author:** [@Saucedoroberto44\_182934](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Saucedoroberto44_182934)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2023, 9:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/automatic-transmission-out/193983 "2023-12-10T21:23:17Z")
My brother car transmission went out. I’ve never changed an automatic transmission before but I have changed a manual transmission.My question is when your changing an automatic transmission do you have to reprogram anyt… --- ## [2008 Acura TL battery dead and automatic seat won’t move](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-acura-tl-battery-dead-and-automatic-seat-won-t-move/182305)
**Author:** [@Brabham2021](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Brabham2021)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 7, 2022, 4:36am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-acura-tl-battery-dead-and-automatic-seat-won-t-move/182305 "2022-02-07T04:36:31Z")
My Battery is dead in my car and my automatic seat will not move --- ## [New Battery but Replace Battery Warning comes on](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-battery-but-replace-battery-warning-comes-on/182190)
**Author:** [@paris6836\_179273](https://community.cartalk.com/u/paris6836_179273)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [January 29, 2022, 6:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-battery-but-replace-battery-warning-comes-on/182190 "2022-01-29T18:31:45Z")
Hi: I have a 2012 Acura TL. The battery was starting to fail. I could tell because every once and a while it would hard start. But the replace battery warning never came on. I got a new battery. The car starts normally… --- ## [AC not working, was quoted nearly $1K to repair 2008 Acura TL](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-not-working-was-quoted-nearly-1k-to-repair-2008-acura-tl/167162)
**Author:** [@AntonioKat](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AntonioKat)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [July 10, 2021, 3:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-not-working-was-quoted-nearly-1k-to-repair-2008-acura-tl/167162 "2021-07-10T03:40:12Z")
I have an '08 Acura TL 3.5, just over 101,000 miles. Last summer the AC was blowing hot at first, then after a few drives it blew cold just fine. This summer it’s just been blowing hot air. I swapped the relays as a pote… --- ## [2007 Acura TL is a Hot Mess](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-acura-tl-is-a-hot-mess/176412)
**Author:** [@MechaHorse](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MechaHorse)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [April 29, 2021, 11:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-acura-tl-is-a-hot-mess/176412 "2021-04-29T23:09:25Z")
Driving my car has become a terrifying experience lately, and it’s only been getting worse. I’m getting desperate since I have no mechanical experience and everyone thinks I’m crazy because no mechanics can find anythin… --- ## [Clock Spring (Air Bag Cable Reel) Needs Repair After Transmission Repair and Dolly Tow](https://community.cartalk.com/t/clock-spring-air-bag-cable-reel-needs-repair-after-transmission-repair-and-dolly-tow/175820)
**Author:** [@BRIANASH89\_174478](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BRIANASH89_174478)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [March 30, 2021, 1:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/clock-spring-air-bag-cable-reel-needs-repair-after-transmission-repair-and-dolly-tow/175820 "2021-03-30T13:00:00Z")
I recently towed my Acura TL 2005 on a UHAUL dolly from Vegas to socal. It has 180,000 miles. I took it straight to a transmission mechanic to have my transmission replaced. After the transmission was replaced, I picked … --- ## [2012 Acura TL oil warning/oil life](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-acura-tl-oil-warning-oil-life/173028)
**Author:** [@fitguy257](https://community.cartalk.com/u/fitguy257)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [December 8, 2020, 2:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-acura-tl-oil-warning-oil-life/173028 "2020-12-08T14:43:38Z")
Hello, I bought my car about 3weeks ago and a warning of low oil popped up on my screen. It’s a 2012 Acura TL SH AWD. It’s obviously burning oil quickly. Also, the little screen in front of the steering wheel says oil… --- ## [Overheating and coolant leak](https://community.cartalk.com/t/overheating-and-coolant-leak/168310)
**Author:** [@Brittany-1988](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Brittany-1988)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 6, 2020, 2:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/overheating-and-coolant-leak/168310 "2020-08-06T02:15:37Z")
I have a 1999 Acura TL 3.2L and it’s been overheating and losing coolant from somewhere. The thermostat, radiator cap and radiator hoses have been replaced. I’ve also purchased the temperature control switch which hasn’t… --- ## [04 Acura TL not always starting](https://community.cartalk.com/t/04-acura-tl-not-always-starting/166335)
**Author:** [@kdoypomelow11\_168543](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kdoypomelow11_168543)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 25, 2020, 6:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/04-acura-tl-not-always-starting/166335 "2020-06-25T18:33:10Z")
So over lhe last month or so my cars been doing this thing where I turn the ignition to start, the radio comes on, Windows and lights work so I know it isn’t the battery. The car dings 6 times, but the engine doesn’t sta… --- ## [1997 acura tl 3.2 6 cylinder](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-acura-tl-3-2-6-cylinder/162441)
**Author:** [@aquishasparkman5\_166157](https://community.cartalk.com/u/aquishasparkman5_166157)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 5, 2020, 3:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-acura-tl-3-2-6-cylinder/162441 "2020-04-05T03:05:19Z")
My radiator hose busted today. I replaced it now its overheating, but before the hose busted my temp gauge wouldn’t move at all. My fan still works. Once the hose was replaced my gauge started working, but then it starte… --- ## [2006 Acura TL has outline crack on passenger airbag](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-acura-tl-has-outline-crack-on-passenger-airbag/158578)
**Author:** [@BobLewis](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BobLewis)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [February 19, 2020, 3:42am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-acura-tl-has-outline-crack-on-passenger-airbag/158578 "2020-02-19T03:42:40Z")
One NJ owner always garaged 65k TL has developed an outline crack over the passenger side airbag. Is Acura giving ant help in repairing? --- ## [Update: 2005 Acura TL VSA system kicks in randomly](https://community.cartalk.com/t/update-2005-acura-tl-vsa-system-kicks-in-randomly/145733)
**Author:** [@Mila\_Cainey](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mila_Cainey)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [August 12, 2019, 12:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/update-2005-acura-tl-vsa-system-kicks-in-randomly/145733 "2019-08-12T00:11:12Z")
Update: Took the car into the Acura dealership and they gave me a $7700 repair estimate for everything, including the ABS Modulator. Belt Tensioner - $450 Oil Pump Gasket - $1300 Power Steering Pump Reseal - $460 ABS… --- ## [2002 Acura TL won't start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-acura-tl-wont-start/141723)
**Author:** [@BrianGriffin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BrianGriffin)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 7, 2019, 5:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-acura-tl-wont-start/141723 "2019-06-07T17:39:42Z")
Occasionally, car ('02 Acura TL-S) will not start. The engine turns over, but it does not start. I can “stomp” the brake (yes, the brake) pedal several times take the key out of the ignition and it will usually fire up… --- ## [2004 Acura TL vibrates after motor mount replacement](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-acura-tl-vibrates-after-motor-mount-replacement/133598)
**Author:** [@Jenniecoleman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jenniecoleman)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [January 31, 2019, 3:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-acura-tl-vibrates-after-motor-mount-replacement/133598 "2019-01-31T15:20:20Z")
After putting all new. Motor mounts from Amazon. 5 for 69. 2 from autozone 100each the car vibrates like crazy I have to put in nuttiel at a light-so car don’t feel like going to fall apart only installed 3?of the ones … --- ## [2009 Acura TL - is it the exhaust system?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-acura-tl-is-it-the-exhaust-system/122596)
**Author:** [@Mary23](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mary23)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [August 12, 2018, 10:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-acura-tl-is-it-the-exhaust-system/122596 "2018-08-12T10:37:08Z")
My 2009 Aura TL makes a fluttering noise when I accelerate. It disappears after the car reached 30+ MPH. Acura mechanic says it’s the exhaust and can replace exhaust system for $5K+. i feel it’s something else. Anyon… --- ## [Water under driver side floor mat](https://community.cartalk.com/t/water-under-driver-side-floor-mat/122189)
**Author:** [@Leazzu](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Leazzu)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 3, 2018, 5:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/water-under-driver-side-floor-mat/122189 "2018-08-03T17:14:26Z")
Okay, so I have probably been ignoring an issue with my 2003 Acura TL for way too long. There has been water under my driver side floor mat for quite some time, and it’s recently gotten worse. We’ve had quite a lot of ra… --- ## [‘05 Acura TL VSA & A/C Issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/05-acura-tl-vsa-a-c-issue/113984)
**Author:** [@bigb008](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bigb008)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 23, 2018, 5:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/05-acura-tl-vsa-a-c-issue/113984 "2018-07-23T05:01:56Z")
Last fall my A/C gradually stopped blowing cool air. Also, the VSA warning light and triangle/exclamation point light started coming on intermittently. When the VSA light comes on the cruise control will kick off immedia… --- ## [2003 Acura TL fails to start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-acura-tl-fails-to-start/120706)
**Author:** [@ArifKhatib](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ArifKhatib)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 10, 2018, 5:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-acura-tl-fails-to-start/120706 "2018-07-10T05:13:50Z")
Why does the car failed to start at all times (makes no noise) when attempting to start? The charging system output is normal, battery meets or exceeds standard. I’m testing a theory now to see if its connected to the an… --- ## [2007 Acura TL AC works intermittently](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-acura-tl-ac-works-intermittently/120646)
**Author:** [@AnthonyAngelcor](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AnthonyAngelcor)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2018, 6:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-acura-tl-ac-works-intermittently/120646 "2018-07-08T18:04:27Z")
A/C works intermittently. works good in the morning when its somewhat cool 75 deg then blows hot when temp rises. ac clutch wont engage, tried clutch relay had same problem. even when temp is 100 plus it cools for about … --- ## [2009 Acura TL steering column noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-acura-tl-steering-column-noise/119931)
**Author:** [@Trudy57](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Trudy57)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 28, 2018, 5:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-acura-tl-steering-column-noise/119931 "2018-06-28T17:19:30Z")
there is a noise in the steering column when I apply the brakes. --- ## [2000 Acura TL intermittently won’t start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-acura-tl-intermittently-won-t-start/119526)
**Author:** [@KristineFortmuller](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KristineFortmuller)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2018, 3:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-acura-tl-intermittently-won-t-start/119526 "2018-06-21T15:51:44Z")
HELP I just got a 2000 Acura TL 3.2 and it runs great but lately off and on it will not start. What happens is I get in turn the key all lights etc all work but the car just cranks and will not turn over and you can no… --- ## [Mechanic vs. Dealer for 2008 Acura TL service?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mechanic-vs-dealer-for-2008-acura-tl-service/119534)
**Author:** [@KarenPoole](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KarenPoole)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 20, 2018, 7:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mechanic-vs-dealer-for-2008-acura-tl-service/119534 "2018-06-20T19:28:06Z")
Is it best to take my acura to the dealership for the big maintenance services such as the 100,000 or 200,000 mile service? Or could I get my local mechanic to do those services successfully and less expensively? --- ## [2000 Acura TL transmission](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-acura-tl-transmission/117585)
**Author:** [@Rob06](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rob06)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [May 20, 2018, 3:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-acura-tl-transmission/117585 "2018-05-20T15:51:18Z")
2000 Acura 3.2 TL bought beginning February with 227k miles, running perfectly – around beginning April started to experience transmission slow to engage on using first thing every cold morning (would ‘catch’ after 2-3 h… --- ## [Parasitic drain in 2005 Acura TL](https://community.cartalk.com/t/parasitic-drain-in-2005-acura-tl/115729)
**Author:** [@LindaMeldman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LindaMeldman)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 17, 2018, 1:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/parasitic-drain-in-2005-acura-tl/115729 "2018-04-17T13:41:59Z")
What experience have u had with parasitic draining? Who in the San Francisco Bay Area best treats this? Is it worth fixing this in a 2005 Acura TL? Love tha majestic TL… --- ## [Engine turns over but won’t start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-turns-over-but-won-t-start/114377)
**Author:** [@Gretch1234](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Gretch1234)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [March 27, 2018, 2:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-turns-over-but-won-t-start/114377 "2018-03-27T02:01:54Z")
My engine turns over but won’t start I Then try a second time and step on the gas and then it starts and runs just fine. I’ve never had to give it gas in order to start it before. The check engine light is NOT on. Car … --- ## [Acura TL 2002 Hard Startup](https://community.cartalk.com/t/acura-tl-2002-hard-startup/113359)
**Author:** [@Kevin\_P](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kevin_P)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 10, 2018, 1:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/acura-tl-2002-hard-startup/113359 "2018-03-10T01:31:19Z")
Recently replaced the engine motor mounts and was driving it better than before, don’t see why it would be an issue but want to mention it. At 109k Miles i put in Techron fuel system cleaner and then a full tank of gas … --- ## [My car won't go in drive or reverse like it should](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-car-wont-go-in-drive-or-reverse-like-it-should/109528)
**Author:** [@Shae82](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Shae82)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [December 3, 2017, 2:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-car-wont-go-in-drive-or-reverse-like-it-should/109528 "2017-12-03T14:59:36Z")
Hi I’m hoping someone can help me. I bought my car in August it’s a 2001 Acura Tl , in September when driving one day I put my car in park and it had been driving fine. When trying to pull off it suddenly wouldn’t goin… --- ## [How bad can this rust spot on my door get?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-bad-can-this-rust-spot-on-my-door-get/109246)
**Author:** [@AntonioKat](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AntonioKat)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [November 10, 2017, 12:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-bad-can-this-rust-spot-on-my-door-get/109246 "2017-11-10T00:48:17Z")
Had someone somehow leave a dent about half a foot across at a weird angle just above my rear driver-side door handle earlier this year. The paint was only slightly broken at the time so I figured a paintless dent repair… --- ## [2003 Acura TL overheating issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-acura-tl-overheating-issue/106282)
**Author:** [@killgore1123](https://community.cartalk.com/u/killgore1123)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2017, 8:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-acura-tl-overheating-issue/106282 "2017-08-02T08:25:45Z")
Starting information: Car has 220k miles, temp hangs around the 3/4 mark on the gauge (normally it's slightly below the middle mark). I test it by driving to work everyday, which is a 40 min drive on the highway going 65… [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/tag/tl/2071.md?match_all_tags=true&page=1&tags%5B%5D=tl)