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Just drive the car a few miles and use the brakes several times. When you get out the rust should be completely gone.
You can visit your dealer and look at the new cars sitting on the lot (other thaa the test drive vehicles that are routinely used). I think you will probably see the same rust you described on every one of them.
If this does not fit your circumstances, then I'd definitelycheck with my dealer.
I noticed that the temperature and moisture content of the air seem to have an effect on the speed the rotors rust. Also, the more frequently you use you car the less likely you are to notice any rust build-up.
But you also need to consider if you are willing to give up the advantages of the BMW, such as performance, because the TL ain't no BMW!
This is just ridiculous. When I was trying to put gas into my car afterwards yesterday, my Acura went dead AGAIN. I had to get it towed to the dealership (Champion Acura in Houston). Right now it is over there, and they are telling me that they are going to do a battery test on it. The girl said that this happens to a "few" of their vehicles occasionally. I DID NOT pay this much money to get a car with crappy [non-permissible content removed] battery problems. I EVEN missed the X Men Origins premiere because of this stupid issue.
I just can't believe it's been FOUR entire years, and this problem is STILL happening. I'll keep you guys posted on what they tell me. Thanks for reading.
You could write to 60 Minutes and/or 20/20 and offer to do an investigative report with them on the "hidden" problem with this car. And refer them to this site for some preliminary confirmation. I'd be sure to send a copy of that letter to Acura Headquarters and maybe even my dealer.
While you are at it you could mention the "hidden" automatic transmission problem that I believe plagued the 99,00,01,02,03 Acura's. Again this board has a lot on that.
My 00 TL had to get a whole new transmission.
With the domestic auto companies taking it on the chin, I'm sure some TV news show would like to go after a non-domestic company that keeps putting out cars with the same problem year after year and has been able to "cover it up" so to speak.
I know that this is what I'd do if I had the nav equipped Acura with the problem. My 05 has no nav and does not have the problem. My friend with an 08 w/nav is afraid to take it to the airport for the exact reason you described. It's just beyond my comprehension that the problem continues .
There would be similar switches on any model and the option - Door will have the lights turned on.Hope this helps
1. I might be crazy, but on the highway (over 70 m/h), can't seem to drive the car straight... it always seems to pull to either side. I drove Sienna the say day... do not get this feeling. One of the tires reported at 31 psi, compare to the others at 35... wondering if that's a reason. Wanted to take it to the dealership this morning, but decided to take more time to characterize this. Anybody with similar concern?
2. Wishing the steering wheel's audio controls will be quicker... it takes about a second after ch +/- for the update to take effect. My 2000 TL was instant in this regards.
3. Still trying to figure out how to use all the features... I think I need a week off from work to go over the manual. Feeling as Acura should have a 2-3 day long class to get owners up to speed on the car. This one is not a complain... just a positive feedback I guess. I just didn't used to for the car to be so techy.
The bad battery idea just doesn't wash, because the dealer can test any battery's full capabilities on their shop equipment prior to putting it in (a draw down test).
My friend with a 08-TL on its second battery is turning his in when his lease expires, although he would have purchased it under normal circumstances.
I don't have a Nav and I do not use my Hands Free Link. Fortunately, I have not yet had a problem with my 05-TL. I was looking at a new left-over 08-TL w/o nav to replace my other car, but since the TL's w/o nav can have the problem too, I'm forgetting that idea.
Between this unresolved battery drain problem, and the often disliked redesign of the 09-TL, it looks like Acuras are going to be sitting on the dealer's lots for some time to come.
If it was XM, it does take a second for the system to switch to another channel. After all it is satellite based.
If it is local stations, then there is an issue as mine changes instantly. I have an '04.
We also have an 08 TL/Nav. Except for two 2300 mile trips, we have added only 1200 local miles since last summer. No battery problems.
Somebody is trying to feed you a line.
My a/c still doesnt work. I think the relays are attached to the drivers side of the radiator and I do see about 5 plugs/relays(?), but which is the compressor clutch?
I think your AC system has a by-pass pressure switch which will shut the compressor down if it senses that you are too low on refrigerant. So I'd check your refrig level before tearing into anything else.
Anyway, we promptly broke in the TL by taking it up to Boston last weekend for a wedding. Very happy with car and performance although even though I'm a certifiable car nut, I found Tech pkge and instrumentation and driver choice settings to be somewhat daunting, but pretty much got everything just right.
The car's a beautiful Grigio/Umber combo that's adds a little conservative touch to the Transformer meets the Cylon look. Anyway, here's the good part. I leave the house at 7:45 AM yesterday and the car is COMPLETELY DEAD as in D-E-D dead!
Roadside service called and here in 25 minutes, called dealership who said "bring it in immediately" will give you a loaner and DON"T TURN IT OFF!
Diagnosis - Bad battery (411 miles) and I'm thinking, there's too much shizz connected to this thing, I hope they have a big honking amperage output with the new one. I'm usually used to replacing a battery every 4 years or so on all my cars - but after 411 miles? Things that make you go Ummmmhhh!
The really good news out of this was the speed of roadside service, the excellent service received from Acura of Westchester ( last purchase there was an '86 Legend) and most importantly, all the settings including Homelink and Bluetooth were preserved
What's it cost for an oil change? Do you use synthetic or regular?
What's your average mpg-- city/hwy?
Regular or Supreme gas? If Supreme, why?
Thanks in advance!
SS
I do it myself using Mobile 1 synthetic. Costs about $35 including filter. I don't know what a dealer charges, but with synthetic it's going to be above that, maybe around $60? (just a guess).
2. MILEAGE.
Pure interstate highway I get around 28mpg.
Pure city I get around 22 mpg
Average combined for me 24-25 mpg
3. SUPREME GAS.
Yes, it's required by Acura since it's a high performance engine. While you can put in regular in a emergency, Acura does not recommend it for continuous driving.
Other owners may use a lesser grade and they can give you their experience.
4. OTHER
I'd search this forum for a dead battery/starting problem if I were you, especially if you get a TL with a navigation system.
Hope this helps.
be driving in a fairly cold climate, not use synthetic oil, use the power of you engine to its fullest (can't argue with that) and have Michelin tires.
In the winter my mileage can drop substantially. Also, I noticed that switching from Bridgestone tires to Michelin dropped my mpg by 2-3 mpg with Michelin!!
On one particularly long all-interstate highway trip with absolutely no traffic, I actually hit 30mph on a nice warm summer's day with very low humidity. My friend with an 08 Acura gets in the low 20's combined.
My tires are Turanzas, I don't use synthetic. I think what contributes to my low mpg is that my commutes are very short (5 miles or less), with lots of stop and go.
On the highway it is a different story. I can easily get 32+ mpg on the highway. So I've concluded that the TL is just a gas hog in the city.
I noticed that a nail is stuck in the rear tire of my 2007 TL. What is the warranty on the original tires? I am hoping the tires are covered. Is this something where a patch job is done or do I can get a new tire?
Any info is appreciated! Thank you in advance!
I own a 2005 TL...original battery with 65k mi. Tires lasted for 60k and starting to hear the brake wear pads at 65k. No other issues. Average 25 mpg (spouse drives this one)
I also own a 2008TL-S with 33k mi and no issues. I drive this one and also keep careful records. same mpg as the 2002.
All three cars had the nav system.
I have been very happy with the cars and sorry to hear others have not been so fortunate.
On the tire it has Republic and Enterprise. Are these Good Year Tires?
Each was $129.95 was I taken? I assumed since I was in a Good Year store, I was getting Good Year tires. Was I wrong?
I didn't get a warranty or guarantee, can I go back and demand one?
HELP!!
Has anyone else had this problem and if so, what worked?
Thanks.
I checked my owner's manual, and according to it, the only fluid that needs to be changed regardless of fluid level/mileage is the brake fluid, which does need to be changed every three years. As for the other service, I can't find a maintenance schedule in the manual, so I have no idea if the dealer is on the level or is just trying to find a way to get more $$ out of me.
I haven't had any of this work done yet, and if I do, I'm considering going elsewhere to get it done, since those prices seems pretty high to me. Any advice or guidance would be much appreciated!
My 2008 TL side passenger mirror stop moving when I put the car in reverse. It normally turns down for better view in reverse. It all of a sudden stopped working. Has this happened to anyone else ? What is the fix for it ?