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Hi, I traded in a 1996 Mazda 626 ES on a TL. I also have a 2004 RSX Type S so I went back to the same dealer and salesman to look at TLs. I needed a sporty "family car": something better than the Mazda -- bigger, sportier, better gas mileage.

I got to the dealer and we looked at a 2003 TL Type-S. It was nice, but the ride was kind of soft. We looked at the 2004 models. They were more edgy looking, had more horspower, but my wife didn't feel that they would go when she stepped on the gas pedal (used to the RSX I guess

) Also, the 2004 felt smaller on the inside and had a smaller trunk.

The trunk is important because we have two little kids. We'd like to be able to go on vacation and not have to rent an SUV just so we have room for the luggage.

We decided on the 2003 Type-S and I have to say I'm pretty satisfied. It's quite comfortable and fun enough to drive. The MPG in city driving isn't what I expected though. Oh well, you can't have everything I guess.

#225 of 231 Acura TL 2006 - Auto Climate Control by den2006tl

Apr 06, 2008 (1:25 pm)

Page 125 of my Users Manual reads "The automatic climate control system adjusts the fan speed and airflow levels to maintain the interior temperature you select".

When I select AUTO and select a desired temperature the fan speed DOES NOT operate. The only time the fan turns on is when I increase the temp to High, or decreases it to Low.

My dealer tells me this is normal.

Can anyone tell me if this is "normal"?

Thanks!

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bodble2 (May 07, 2008 10:52 pm)
- ajmtbm (May 31, 2008 10:25 am)
  - willis3 (Jun 03, 2008 9:30 am)

#226 of 231 Re: Acura TL 2006 - Auto Climate Control [den2006tl] by bodble2

May 07, 2008 (10:52 pm)

Replying to: den2006tl (Apr 06, 2008 1:25 pm)

I don't think that's normal. On mine, when I select AUTO, and when it is warm, the fan will come on full blast when the car is first started, and then slow down after awhile.

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ajmtbm (May 31, 2008 10:25 am)
- willis3 (Jun 03, 2008 9:30 am)

#227 of 231 Wheel locks by bobsavage

May 11, 2008 (6:05 am)

I just purchased an Acura TL Type S and to my dismay eight days after I purchased the car, someone stole all four wheels overnight while the car was parked in my driveway. I put wheel locks on the car when I put the new wheels on, but have been told that while this will deter some thieves, others will have the "keys", If this is true what other alternatives exist?

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upstatedoc (May 12, 2008 7:35 am)

#228 of 231 Re: Wheel locks [bobsavage] by upstatedoc

May 12, 2008 (7:35 am)

Replying to: bobsavage (May 11, 2008 6:05 am)

Oh, that's just rotten! Right in your own driveway.

Nothing better than wheel locks as far as I know. It may be time to add a "knock sensor" to the alarm system. I have been contemplating for a while.

#229 of 231 Re: Acura TL 2006 - Auto Climate Control [bodble2] by ajmtbm

May 31, 2008 (10:25 am)

Replying to: bodble2 (May 07, 2008 10:52 pm)

with the dual zone climate control, will the system direct airlow differently for the passenger and the driver based on temperature?

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willis3 (Jun 03, 2008 9:30 am)

#230 of 231 Re: Acura TL 2006 - Auto Climate Control [ajmtbm] by willis3

Jun 03, 2008 (9:30 am)

Replying to: ajmtbm (May 31, 2008 10:25 am)

Yes. You can also use the "Mode" button to direct the airflow.

#231 of 231 Oil leaking mixed with other fluid by FUNKYWITNESS

Feb 19, 2009 (5:17 pm)

Anyone have a problem with there 2006 Acura TL leaking oil mixed with other fluid without any indication of a problem leading up to it?

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