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#27 of 83 Traded For ?? by hpmctorque Oct 30, 2008 (7:06 pm)
Those of you who formerly owned a '99-'03 TL, with what did you replace it, and why? Replies to this message: upstatedoc (Oct 31, 2008 5:02 am)
#28 of 83 Re: Traded For ?? [hpmctorque] by upstatedoc Oct 31, 2008 (5:02 am)
Replying to: hpmctorque (Oct 30, 2008 7:06 pm) Had an '03 TLS, great overall car but horrible in the snow. I traded for an '04 MDX. Eats northeast winters for breakfast!
#29 of 83 Re: 1999-2003 TLs (kcall2) [hpmctorque] by kcall2 Oct 31, 2008 (1:35 pm)
Replying to: hpmctorque (Aug 06, 2008 3:47 pm) Update to my Aug 02, 2008 post. When dealer did the 75K service, he reported the car would need front brake pads shortly, and the lower ball-joints were worn. Ball joints were causing a metallic clank on rough roads, bumps etc.   Anyway, dealers service department replaced the seat back cover (sent car to an upholsterer) using OEM replacement cover. No charge, called it a goodwill gesture. I also had them replace brake pads and ball joints. Dealer service is not cheap, and the latter two fixes came to ~ $700. Not complaining mind you, I consider this normal wear, and after 78K miles with NO major work except scheduled maintenance, am quite happy. Edit: Had failure of the mass air-flow valve around 55k miles. Other than minor things (brake reservoir cap) etc, zero failures. Great Car!   Best part of the deal was the service manager sent me home in an 09 TSX service loaner, which I kept for two days waiting completion of work on my TL. Nice car! Too small for my needs, tho.   Fuel economy for life of the car had been excellent, with daily suburban driving averaging 22 - 24 mpg, interstate cruising always 31 or higher.    Service manager told me they had not seen any tranny problems for several months, believes the bad ones have worked their way out of the system. Guess I'll keep the TL several more years, wife wants it for her run about car. Need to find something for me to drive soon, just gave my F150 to my son. Am thinking probably a Civic sedan. Replies to this message: acuramarc (Dec 01, 2008 3:40 pm)
#30 of 83 acura 3.2 tl v6 1999 by acuramarc Dec 01, 2008 (3:36 pm)
i have had my tl since 2004. i got it with 115k on it. i have had to replace trans and some parts but other then that i am very pleased. looking to add headers, intake and exhaust. looking for a shop or mayhbe a acura club in riverside, ca area to give advice on upgrades. the navigation is awesome and even better in the new tl's. my favorite tl is the 02, i would take that over the new tl's!
#31 of 83 Re: 1999-2003 TLs (kcall2) [kcall2] by acuramarc Dec 01, 2008 (3:40 pm)
Replying to: kcall2 (Oct 31, 2008 1:35 pm) i know that clank noise your talking about! i went to sears ( dont ask me why) and they told me that they just put lube in a bearing or something like that and it went a way. but they didnt charge me for it either. i have a 99 tl with a replaced engine but its still awesome
#32 of 83 acura 3.2 tl v6 1999 (acuramarc) by hpmctorque Dec 01, 2008 (9:15 pm)
"i have had to replace trans..."   How much was the tranny replacement? Was it a new unit, or did they repair the old one?
#33 of 83 transmission lawsuit settlement by eddiemac Dec 24, 2008 (7:46 pm)
If you have your transmission replaced under the guidelines of the settlement, how long is the warranty period for the replacement transmission?
#34 of 83 2002 Acura TL-S by kingkhalas Jan 04, 2009 (9:44 pm)
I've got about 90K miles on my acura.   I've had to replace the transmission twice (covered under warranty) and have also had a similar problem with a 2000 Honda Odyssey. I think Honda/Acura made some poor transmissions for these cars.   Also recently had to replace the engine mounts ($$$) which I was told by a few acura places is a common problem.   Overall, it's been a pretty good car, but the boring styling is getting to me.
#35 of 83 2002 Acura TL-S (kingkhalas) by hpmctorque Jan 05, 2009 (4:21 am)
The new-for-2000 5-speed automatic was indeed problematic, but the good news is that Acura stepped up to the plate and replaced those that went bad under warranty. From what I know, the automatic transmission on the next generation TL ('04-'08) was reliable.   My wife's '99 has the older 4-speed automatic, which, at 115,000 miles, has been trouble free.   We also replaced the motor mounts, though, at about the same mileage as you indicated for your repair. Overall, my wife's '99 has been reliable and satisfying to own.   We're happy with the styling, which, in our opinion, is aging well. We were more concerned with its blandness when it was newer than we are now. Designs that are edgy when new frequently don't age well. In any event, I'm disappointed with the styling of the '09 TL.   What car(s) are you considering as a replacement for your '02 TL? Replies to this message: kingkhalas (Jan 06, 2009 4:06 pm)
#36 of 83 Re: 2002 Acura TL-S (kingkhalas) [hpmctorque] by kingkhalas Jan 06, 2009 (4:06 pm)
Replying to: hpmctorque (Jan 05, 2009 4:21 am) If my TL-S broke tomorrow, I would consider a BMW 3 series, the 370Z, or a used porsche 911.   I guess after driving the acura I want something more sporty.   I agree with you about the new Acura's styling which I find to be quite ugly. If Honda or Acura made a modern, cool sports sedan/coupe I would be very interested.

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