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Re: Vibrations/shimmy [m6user] by vincentlo
Sep 08, 2009 (9:16 pm)
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Replying to: m6user (Sep 08, 2009 5:47 pm)

Thanks m6user again.
 
If it is a tire issue, how should I deal with it?
 
Can I use warranty to replace it or do anything else?
 
Thanks
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Re: Vibrations/shimmy [vincentlo] by m6user
Sep 09, 2009 (7:30 am)
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Replying to: vincentlo (Sep 08, 2009 9:16 pm)

I guess that depends on how bad it is. You will probably have a hard time getting a dealer to give you new tires for something they can't (or don't) experience when you take it in. The first thing I would do is check my air pressure in all four tires and make sure they are properly filled and all the same pressure. Then I would have the balance of each tire checked as whatever you're experiencing may be aggravated by cold tires and less noticeable when the tires are warm.
 
If it is really bad and shocks or something are involved that is beyond my expertise.
 
I would have someone else that knows cars drive the car first thing in the morning and get thier input if you can find someone to get up that early.
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Re: Vibrations/shimmy [m6user] by mitchflorida
Sep 09, 2009 (12:21 pm)
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Replying to: m6user (Sep 09, 2009 7:30 am)

The tires aren't covered by Acura . .they are warrantied by the tire manufacturer. And from your description, they will tell you there is nothing wrong with the tires, it is something in the suspension or alignment.
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Re: vibration [tcw3] by mystic_groove
Sep 10, 2009 (8:30 pm)
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Replying to: tcw3 (Nov 14, 2005 10:13 am)

I have the same problem with my 05 TL (automatic), there is a slight vibration at 50 mph but it seems to slowly subside at higher speeds.
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Re: vibration [mystic_groove] by m6user
Sep 11, 2009 (7:13 am)
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Replying to: mystic_groove (Sep 10, 2009 8:30 pm)

Have your front tires checked for the correct balance. Sometimes a tire a not balanced 100% correctly and because it's on the rear you don't notice. When you have the tires rotated that tire is now on the front and it shows up as a slot wobble in the steering wheel at certain higher speeds. Not to say that is the problem but is a cheap check.
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Re: vibration [m6user] by vincentlo
Sep 11, 2009 (9:18 am)
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Replying to: m6user (Sep 11, 2009 7:13 am)

Thank you for all suggestions
Had my front tires checked yesterday.
The balance is fine.
They put more pressure to my tire and it seems driving better.
Before: 32 PSI (Colde)
Now : 34 PSI (Code)
 
What are your tire (cold) pressure that runs well?
 
Regards,
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Tire Rub by jayoung2
Sep 11, 2009 (12:47 pm)
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I have a 05 TL. I recently noticed my right front tire rubbing when coming out of left turn. I am having trouble pin pointing the actual spot where the tire is rubbing. I think that the shocks or something related might be loosing fluid, but actually have no idea. Looking for any advise.
 
Thank you.
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Re: General TL Maintenance Questions... [bodble2] by iam5050
Sep 12, 2009 (12:19 pm)
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Replying to: bodble2 (Jun 11, 2009 3:51 pm)

I have an 04 w/ about 80,000 miles on it....I don't change the oil myself. I usually will schedule an appointment with the dealer and it's $45.00 or so, but when you call in advance my dealer will give me a car to use for the day. Usually drop it off in the am, and pick up the next morning. Can't really beat that. I took to a quick change last time and it was $53.00.....
 
The dealership is a little out of the way - would probably change myself, but don't have a place to dispose the oil.
 
The MPG really varies. One thing about this car is you have to stay after the tire inflation. If i am not at 32psi all the way around not only can I feel it, but I see it in the mpg.
 
Pure Highway driving 80-90 mph 30+mpg
Mixture 22
City 18
 
I use the 89 grade gas..The service manager at the dealership I bought told me that is all the car needs. Used 87 and mileage went way down. Used High octane for a month and no difference. So I stick with the 89. Can't go wrong when the man whose supposed to know everything about your car tells you to do it. They did strongly advocate not to use the 87 octane!
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OEM parts online? by mkacura
Sep 14, 2009 (6:00 pm)
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Are there any online OEM parts place? An online search seem to find URLs that are just portals into the same place.
 
I remember 20 years ago when I got my first Acura that A&H Motorsport in Pennsylvania had OEM parts at great discounts but now it seems like they are out of the parts business and more into service.
 
I just recently got an '09 TL AWD. Looking for air filter, cabin filter, all weather floor mats, etc.
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Re: OEM parts online? [mkacura] by trailhiker
Sep 14, 2009 (8:23 pm)
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Replying to: mkacura (Sep 14, 2009 6:00 pm)

I have purchased numerous parts for my Acura vehicles (88 Legend & 08 TL) thru this Web Site. Good prices and quick shipping.
http://www.acuraoemparts.com/delray/jsp/home.jsp
 
I would recommend this business for "Exact Fit" floormats:
http://www.weathertech.com/
I purchased their "Digital Fit" all weather floor mats for my 08 TL for both front and rear that fit like glove. They have Gray, Tan and Black. Acura did not have Gray and I wanted Gray to more closely match the interior and I saw their AD in a auto magazine and found they had very good reviews.

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