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Stop "ok" on nav from coming up at start-up?? by neiman
May 29, 2009 (1:01 pm)
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Does anyone know if you can prevent the Nav on 2009 TL from prompting you to enter OK everytime you start up the car? It is starting to get annoying.
 
Thanks in advance for your assistance.
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Re: Missing Feature Wish List Poll [draz2] by go_mdx1
May 30, 2009 (7:15 pm)
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Replying to: draz2 (May 19, 2009 8:18 am)

In the list of comfort features, I'd also add a heated steering wheel. If you leave your car outside on frosty nights, this feature is VERY NICE to have.
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on the fence re 09 TL by neilman
May 31, 2009 (5:59 am)
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Having a tough time pulling the trigger on a TL. Really love the new look, edgy, futuristic and bold. But:
  
TL with tech:
Seat too firm, lumbar support protrudes too much even when fully adjusted back...has anyone else found this to be true? I have a history of back problems...do not want to make a mistake and have to re-sell quickly and lose money. I'm told by the dealer the SH seat is softer...have yet to test it fully. Acura info is that SH side bolsters are enhanced...nothing about the whole seat being softer...is it really softer all around?
  
Wheels are a real problem...dislike the stock wheels look and size too small. Upgrades are ridiculously priced...around 3k for chrome with new tires. Could spend the same money to get the SH instead...but really concerned about the hard ride with the sport tuned suspension. The wheels on the SH are better...but not ideal...as they show too much of the brake assembly etc. Also, there aren't even any pictures of the car with the upgraded chrome wheel option...the pics on th acura site are with wheels that are not what is offered as an option...pretty ridiculous actually not to have the pics showing the options being offered.
  
Would love to have softer seats and AWD without firm suspension. How firm is it really anyway? I would not typically buy something with a firm ride. Love the idea of AWD since we got tons of rain here in South Florida and my gut feeling is it would be safer and fun to drive.
  
The infiniti G is my next choice...pretty much giving me all I need...but not too excited about the styling, smaller size, and the fact that model is mid-generation and will change in 2 to 3 years. May have to pull the trigger and get the G if I can't find a solution that works on the TL. The G offers factory upgraded performance wheels for an additional $500...very reasonable compared to $3k wheels for the TL...and can't even find any pics to see what it would look like (the build your TL web pics aren't good at all)....and no information on what tires would be installed with the chrome wheels...I'm thinking a 245/50/18 would be less harsh than a 245/45/18 like what you get on the SH, but I think they use the lower profile 45s.
  
Help!
  
Thanks!
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Re: on the fence re 09 TL [neilman] by hpmctorque
May 31, 2009 (8:15 am)
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Replying to: neilman (May 31, 2009 5:59 am)

There's a saying that applies to your hesitancy on the TL, "when in doubt, stay out."
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Re: Missing Feature Wish List Poll [draz2] by neilman
May 31, 2009 (9:10 am)
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Replying to: draz2 (May 19, 2009 8:18 am)

I've had rain sensing wipers since 02 and love it...I live in South Florida where it rains a lots...really helps to keep my hands on the wheel rather than fussing with the wipers...a the rain constantly fluctuates from hard to soft etc. Definitely would have a tough time if I had to give it up. Unfortunately it is difficult to find in up to $45k vehicles...I see it as a safety feature versus luxury. It is standard on BMW if I'm not mistaken...although they charge extra for paint and nickle and dime on all else.
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Re: on the fence re 09 TL [hpmctorque] by neilman
May 31, 2009 (9:13 am)
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Replying to: hpmctorque (May 31, 2009 8:15 am)

Thanks...hpmc...that's good advise I'm sure.
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09 TL Grille by neilman
May 31, 2009 (4:14 pm)
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Question for those who have the new TL...that's a lot of chrome on the front of the car which is subject to bugs road tar etc....how has the grille held up so far? Any blemishes? Dings?
 
Thanks!
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Re: on the fence re 09 TL [neilman] by draz2
Jun 01, 2009 (8:19 am)
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Replying to: neilman (May 31, 2009 5:59 am)

I own the FWD/Tech car and it's just awesome. I drove the SH-AWD car and (for me) it was way too hard riding. But then I live in NYC and the roads here aren't the best. But I'd be very careful before buying the AWD car because of the hard ride. As for the wheels, I guess I'm one of the very few who actually like the design of the 17" stock rims. They ride on 50 profile tires which still provides a fairly firm ride without being, in any way harsh. If you move to 18" rims (to keep the overall diameter almost the same), you're going to need to change to 45 profile tires and that will definitely make the ride harder. The seats on the AWD car are more heavily bolstered on the sides and that is something I didn't like. I found the seats in the FWD car to be just about perfect. I don't find the lumbar support to be intrusive in any way but I guess if you have specific back problems that could be an issue. Is suspect it might be an issue with any car seat though as the seats in the TL have garnered almost universal praise for their comfort. I looked at the G car and it was way too cramped for me. I also found that the engine noise was too "buzzy." While that could be fun for a while it's definitely a turn-off as a daily driver. And the nav screen was nowhere near as clear as the one in the TL. have you looked at the new Lincoln MKS with the new 'Ecotech' engine? On paper it sounds like something you may like if you decide against the TL. The TL is one awesome car though for the money!
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Re: 09 TL Grille [neilman] by draz2
Jun 01, 2009 (8:22 am)
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Replying to: neilman (May 31, 2009 4:14 pm)

So far so good.
 
I love my "beak."
 
(lol)
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Re: on the fence re 09 TL [draz2] by neilman
Jun 01, 2009 (1:44 pm)
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Replying to: draz2 (Jun 01, 2009 8:19 am)

Thanks Draz2...appreciate the input...
 
I'm happy to report I went back to the dealer and sat in the car today and by making adjustments to the seat bottom to be flatter rather than having the back part on a decline I was able to relieve the pressure on the lumbar area...it's actually what I do in my car now..but had not remembered that detail. Looks like it might actually work out for me...only thing now is sh vs fwd...love the power and handling of the sh...our roads here in South Florida are pretty good...but the trunk is cramped because of the awd and has many uneven surfaces which would make it pretty hard to maneuver even one large suitcase into. I still want the sh though...need to think through it.
 
Thanks!

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