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I have a friend... who happens to be a woman... who made the mistake of purchasing a 2007 Acura TL that she can't afford to maintain AND make car payments on. Unfortunately she is experiencing the dreaded HFL battery drain. She's mentioned that the bluetooth "Hands Free Link" is currently active and that's what seems to cause the problem.
I've seen reference to a number of similar issues and was most interested to hear from "tim635csi" about the specific details of how the HFL was disconnected from the circuitry.
While I don't have a lot of experience with what I refer to as "electronic cars" (like the TL)... I do have lots of experience with more traditional electrical systems and have restored a few cars in my day.
I'm not afraid to jump in and give it a try... either disconnecting it or replacing it but I'd like to learn of the details and/or read links to details about disconnecting the HFL. Your input would be appreciated!
Thanks for reading!
JT (aka jt_the_brat)
http://www.acuraworld.com/forums/f58/hfl-disconnect-battery-drain-98206/
If yes, what kind of problem is it!!
Thank you
Jeff
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They changed relay...problem solved...all good in the land.
With these electrical issues..turn off radio and listen to the car and hear if there us a sound of something that isn't turning off when the car is off..
I think Acura has a problem with relay switches not turning off and staying in the on open position
.start with the ac.fan relay switch.
..then lights..inside lights..trunk lights etc..
Good luck
Warren
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I have a 2006 Acura TL. I am having the same problems listed except my battery dies within a couple hours of cutting the car off. I disconnected the HFL fully charged the battery, tested the alternator, tested the battery, bought a new battery and the battery is still draining that quick. No lights on the dash. Any Idea?
Good Day All,
My 99' Acura 3.2TL has powered off while driving once or twice. I still have electricity; but no engine. It will take anywhere from 5-30 minutes for the car to even turn over. Anyone have any similar experiences or know what I need to fix?
Thanks for reading and (hopefully) giving me an answer
It's not the alternator and it's not the battery.
Any suggestions?