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Got to be more of a Canadian thing.
One word of caution... I'm pretty sure that some cars use this temp sensor to know when to turn on heated mirrors, windshield washer jets, etc. You may want to contact your dealership to be sure this isn't the case with your car before you ignore it.
Temperature readings from the bank are also inaccurate due to the same principle. Most banks do not set up their sensors properly, therefore the temperature reading is influenced from the sun. I have seen very few bank signs, maybe 10%, that consistently display an accurate reading.
So just like the MPG calculator on the TL, the temperature gage is not an accurate reading, but will give you a pretty good estimation, especially if you give it a chance to equalize.
mdhauke, "Acura TL Owners: Problems & Solutions" #1565, 9 Jan 2005 8:20 pm
Remember snow traction varies tremendously depending on temperature, underlying ice, etc. One storm's no problem, another that looks innocent sends everyone spinning out. I've had an almost stationary car actually slide sideways off the road banking on I-495 in Delaware a couple of years back. A general rule though -- wider tires are trickier in heavy rain and snow.
i did read your message and think that you probably took several years off your life due to stress. i had upgraded my tires specifically because of the terrible reviews on the el42's. i think i had you in mind when i was driving yesterday, fearful that i would slide off the road. i realize the michelins are better than the el42's but dont know if i need to get snow tires to really be able to drive. anyone else??? our area is very hilly which poses a lot of challenges especially with the manual.
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Just reviewing the posts I'm noticing lots of concerns apparently about the tires. Is this a real problem? We live in NYS and do experience quite a bit of snow here.
How is the Acura mechanically? We're looking at the one w/o navigation.
Many thanks for your advise.
curious2005, you have to remember that if you switched on the front defogger, the AC would come on automatically. Or the dealer may have set the climate control to auto, which means that the AC compressor would have been on, even if heat was coming out of the vents.
Thats why they make the coolant fluid colorful, sweet smell but dangerous to your pets.
The TL Navi comes with Michelin Pilot HX MXM4, which is a mediocre tire, the non-Navi comes with Bridgestone Turanza EL42, which is very terrible, especially on water/snow. If you buy the non-Navi TL you should negotiate with the dealer to put some decent tires, or deduct an allowance for you to replace the tires.
The 05 is probability a good car!
Otherwise, wonderful car. Smooth, quiet, powerful, handsome and loaded with goodies. Acura's reputation for reliability/build quality is excellent overall. My family has had several Acuras/Hondas with nary a complaint (no tranny failures to report).
As for Japaneese cars, your husband could (should?) compare/contrast with Infiniti G35 (G35X if you're concerned about snow, which I was and did) on the more sports, RWD orientation and, in the same vain, Lexus IS300 (much smaller, though). On the more luxurious ride side, Lexus ES330. He could also check out Acura's own TSX. Possibly the Mazda 6, Nissan Maxima or Altima. So many choices...!
Good luck, enjoy the shopping. Only he (and you) can decide which one is "the one."
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If it were the tires, then what tire brand would be better?
Tx,
You can go to tirerack.com to research different tires for the TL. I believe BF Goodrich Traction TA (all season tires) get pretty good reviews. It's been a while since I looked, though so don't quote me...
So far, smart winter driving and electronics have kept my TL moving straight and true. I just really have to be extra alert with these tires. I'm a bit upset as I did not buy a RWD sedan just so I wouldn't have to buy a set of snows! Well, there were other reasons, too, but that was one of the main reasons. I've always driven FWD with all season tires and never had issues with winter driving throughout New England. But now...
'21 Dark Blue/Black Audi A7 PHEV (mine); '22 White/Beige BMW X3 (hers); '20 Estoril Blue/Oyster BMW M240xi 'Vert (Ours, read: hers in 'vert weather; mine during Nor'easters...)
I just bought 4 Vredestein WinTracs and it turns the car into s snow tank. The ride is surer than my wife's Pilot with AWD. Speed rated tires also mean that the drive on dry surfaces is as good if not better than the bridgestones
I wonder...do the 05 tl's also rattle or is it just the early model 04 tl's?
No matter because i'm sure it's normal
One gripe I have on my 05 is that the firm ride coupled with a firm seat. Some will say it feels the road more as it's positive. Well when the road is good, it gives you a firm grip feeling in a supportive cockpit, which is nice. The problem is that when the road is bad, you feel a lot of it too, a lot more than my ES. I know many will say ah that ES is too soft and isolated, but I kind of think isolation from potholes a good thing. I guess you can't have both. The vivid road feel on bad condition can be a source of squeaks that some are complaining, although I have not sensed that much. It's a very solidly built car so far otherwise.
I used to think ES looks just fine, elegant and luxury (except for the tail maybe), but when you park TL and ES side by side, I have to admit, ES does look at bit bulky, and well, too innocent. But the ride, still the creamiest of all. TL is quite decent, if you can avoid most of those potholes.
I've not experienced it personally, but apparently we can hve both -- in a BMW (probably 5 series and up).
In TL's price range, I heard that G is even harsher, mercy! IMO, some ride between ES and TL would be perfect!
Also,
As the Audio system in the car does not have an equalizer , I am planning to install a Pioneer FH-P5000MP which is an indash MP3/CD player. I am not sure whether this would fit into my car.
Can anyone reply to my questions above.
thanks in advance.
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I just brought my 05 TL (auto w/o nav) about three weeks ago. This is my first acura/honda. I noticed that everytime I shift the knob to reverse from drive, the clutch makes a very noticeable noise. I know that this clutch goes zig zag, but is this noise normal? Maybe I'm just paranoid. But this seems to be a problem everytime I shift to reverse. Thanks.