Sunday, 19 February 2006
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| New floormats Curtis 22:12:25 |
| | Where is a good place to get replacements mats for a 2004. Just
the regular, not the bad weather. The factory ones look terrible
already
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| Scratches on rear plastic bumper Judy M 20:50:41 |
| | Greetings,
The bumper on my 2003 TL-S was scratched recently. It's plastic, of course,
and I'm somewhat confused as to how to go about touching it up. Any
suggestions? I already have the correct paint from the dealership, but it
seems to me there should be some type of preparation done.
I'd appreciate your input.
Thank you.
JudyM
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Saturday, 18 February 2006
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| Re: 03 TL heated seat? Tww 23:30:16 |
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"E Meyer" <epmeyer50@msn.com> wrote in message
news:C0078614.EDEBD%epmeyer50@msn.com...> On 2/1/06 12:59 PM, in article> 1138820385.769726.220390@z14g2000cwz.googlegroups.com, "effluvius"> <efflu_vius@yahoo.com> wrote:>
The car is still under warranty, but the hassle of making an appt,> > dropping the car off...> > It's a $500-$600 repair. It is a lot of work. Having just done it myself,> I would say it is worth it to hassle with the dealer to do it. They never> gave me any trouble when I had them do things to mine under warranty. You> just have to gracefully decline the $400 oil change they always suggest
that> you need. If the transmission recall hasn't yet been done, you can kill
all with one trip.> I take it that maintenance on Acuras is expensive, unlike Hondas. Glad I
bought a Prelude and not an RSX and a Pilot and not the MDX.
Is there easy access to the wiring harness to check for a disconnected> > wire or to connect an ohmeter to check the heater for resistance or> > open?> > The harness is on the bottom of the seat. There are three wires coming out> of a hole in the upholstery flap that wraps around from the rear of the> seat. The yellow wire is the side air bag. The two black ones are the seat> bottom and seat back heaters. The seat back wire plugs into the seat
bottom> wire, which then plugs into the main harness, which incorporates all the> motors and plugs into the receptacle on the floor. The yellow air bag
wire> goes straight to a receptacle on the floor.>
Or does the seat have to be removed to perform the basic diagnostics?> > To access it, the easiest way is to remove the seat, or at least take out> the four bolts and rock it back in place.> You could try moving the seat all the way up and you might be able to get the heater connectors from underneath without removing the seat. I think> you would need small hands and a certain amount of acrobatic skill to pull> it off.> My motivation is limited to connecting a wire or an ohmeter.> > More than this, the car goes in.> > Yellow wire huh?> Its really obvious. According to the FSM, the small charge in the> multi-meter can be enough to set it off, so whatever you do, do not probe> the yellow wire unless you want to see if the air bag really works.> Activating an air-bag is way more excitement than I need.> > Just unplug the battery for the prescribed amount of time (I don't have my> FSM handy right now, I think it was > 15 minutes) before you unplug the> yellow wire, don't probe the yellow one & nothing will happen.>
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| 270 HP vs. 258 HP? Jim Tiberio 23:04:15 |
| | Hi all, I picked up my '06 TL last week and have a question that wasn't
answered to my satisfaction by the sales guy. Why was 2005 TL rated at
270HP while the '06 is rated at 258HP? The dealer says they implemented a
new policy that all car companies will have to adhere to at some point when
disclosing HP, he didn't explaim the policy. Are they rating it from a
point other than the crank? Did they ever measure from the crank. I assume
more than 12 HP would be lost in the drive train.
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| Re: Excessive gas consumption James S 21:43:06 |
| | its also assumed your car has OEM wheels, and OEM brake rotors, OEM air
intake, O2 sensor; yes/no?
"FC" <rotaterx8@yahoo.com> wrote in message
news:1138905742.246580.81940@o13g2000cwo.googlegroups.com...> Hello all:> I own a 2000 Acura Integra GS-R with 72k miles. Lately I have noticed> that its gas consumption is very high. I do not know how many miles per> gallon am I getting, but it seems a lot less than before. I drive about> 120 miles per day and I have to fill up every other day. Is this> normal? I used to go from Boca Raton to Orlando (200 miles) in just> over half a tank! Can I do anything besides check oil, proper tire> presure, clean air filter and slow down to save some more gas? What> could be wrong with my car? Please let me know if there is anything> else I could do?>
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Friday, 17 February 2006
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| what's the drive out price for 2006 acura TL? David 22:29:36 |
| | I'm looking at used 2004 or newer TL and 2003 or newer G35 coupe to
see if it's worth paying more for a new car. anyone here bought a new
tl this year and if so, what was your drive out price? and what's your
opinine on the G35 coupe? TIA
david
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Thursday, 16 February 2006
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| '97 Integra Thermal Switch and Fan Relay Need To Know 10:21:22 |
| | The car (97 Integra, 2Dr) runs fine, except that when I pulled into
the garage the temp gauge shot up to 3/4. Found some cooling steam
hissing out. And the fan motors (both radiator and AC) are not
running. Following had been tried:
1. Turned on A/C - both above fans ran, so that proved
a. In dash fuse is good.
b. Relays are working.
So the most likely culprit is the thermal switch (cooling temperature
sensor, near the lower coolant hose.
The questions is that I cannot disengage the connector of this sensor.
It has a colorless plastic cap, and I don't see any way to remove
(disengage) it to check it by ground the green wire. How to take the
connector apart?
And then, If I know the location of the fan relay, I can check that
too instead of at the ECT switch above. Where is this relay? Is it
under the dash, or is it under the hood?
Thanks..
And, to Tegger - Thanks to the excellent FAQ. However, I need more
info on reading the REMCO diagnostic under the cooling section. I am
using XP-with IE 6.0, but I see all kinds of text (and codes) all over
the screen. Does it require Java, VM, javascript, activeX, etc,
turned on, or...
Thanks.
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Wednesday, 15 February 2006
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| Yikes!!! Stuck in Park - Brake Lights Not Working - More Troubles! DownTurn 03:38:02 |
| | Hi all,
I am having major troubles with my 90 Acura Legend LS (has about 180,000
miles on it).
1) Transmission stuck in Park: I start the engine and then can't move the
automatic transmission out of Park. I press the brakes down fully, press
the silver "trigger" on the gear shift lever, try to press in the button
on the left side of the gear shift lever, and still can't get it out of
Park.
The steering wheel ISN'T locked, meaning once I start the engine, I can
turn the steering wheel and then the tires from side to side. Just the
transmission is stuck in park.
I CAN move the gear shift lever if (before I start the engine) I put the
key in the transmission release slot that is immediately behind the gear
shift lever, put it into neutral, tkae the key out of the slot and then
start the engine while in neutral.
I can't say exactly when this started. I loaned my car to my dad for about
6 weeks, and just got it back from him. He said that the problem developed
"sometime" in those 6 weeks. I hadn't had this problem before loaning it
to my dad.
Before that, I had just taken it into a service shop to have an oil change
/ 15,000 mile tune up (replace / fill transmission and other fluids). So it
couldn't be more than a couple hundred miles since the last time the
Automatic Transmission Fluid was changed / filled.
2) Rear Brake Lights / Reverse Lights Not Working:
Also sometime while my dad had the car, the rear tail lights / brake
lights / reverse lights stopped working. The front lights and turn signals
seem to be okay.
I tried changing around the fuses and that didn't make a difference. I
have also had some weired electrical stuff in the past (bizzare static
from the radio, starter engine not cranking the first time you turn the
key). Plus my dad said that he had to disconnect the battery over night
otherwise it would drain and be hard to start in the morning (I think my
dad might have disconnected the battery simply because he is almost 80 and
likes to tinker with stuff, since I have noticed this at all in the last
few days since he returned the car to me).
One other thing happened while my dad had the car. When he was parked at
the supermarket, somebody hit the car just behind the front wheel well /
driver side door. It must have been low speed, because it is a wide dent
(about 16 inches) but very shallow. The front of the rubber trim on the
drivers side is now loose. But I don't think that this could have caused
any of the above problems, could it?
Thanks in advance for any help you can provide. ANY HELP you can provide
would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks,
Mark
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Sunday, 12 February 2006
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| Parking Brake Indicator Tony C 01:23:27 |
| | Hey folks,
I was wondering if any of you could help me out with my question. I
have 2002 Acura TL Type S with about 90K miles on it. Just recently,
my parking brake indicator on my dash stays on after I have released
the parking brake. It stays on for a bit but eventually it turns off.
Anyone know the cause of this or have ideas? I don't want to take it to
the dealership and have them inspect it for a chunk of change if its
something small I can fix myself.
Thanks.
Tony C
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Thursday, 9 February 2006
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| Re: Which Acura is based on Accord? TeGGeR® 13:31:04 |
| | Dean Dark <ddrake@comcast.notthis.net> wrote in
news:esfju1p079438seui4p4e9lo98jsm5if8t@4ax.com:
On 8 Feb 2006 05:50:12 GMT, "TeGGeR®" <tegger@tegger.c0m> wrote:>
My best guess is that they cribbed it from the mid 80s Alcan-Ferrari> experimentation with all-aluminum construction that spawned the> Ferrari 408, which thankfully never got past the prototype stage:>
Not as pretty as the NSX...
The 408 was all-wheel drive, I'll grant you, but I always thought that> the chassis layout & design and even the somewhat wacky body styling> were way too close to being an NSX prototype for it to be entirely> coincidental.
I find many mid-engine "supercar" designs look similar.
My suspicion is that Honda used a modification of at least one existing >>Honda chassis to make the NSX.> I wouldn't have thought it would make any sense to recast an existing> steel chassis in aluminum. You can't use steel and aluminum the same> way. Maybe they did just that? Who knows?
I didn't know the NSX had an aluminum chassis. From what I understand, a
switch from steel to aluminum would not be practical. You're better off to
design in aluminum from scratch. Sounds like Honda really did make a unique
platform for the NSX.
Interesting thread here:
http://www.nsxprime.com/forums/showthread.php?p=20844
--
TeGGeR®
The Unofficial Honda/Acura FAQ
www.tegger.com/hondafaq/
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| Re: Idiot Oil Light Michael Pardee 01:17:23 |
| | "None" <bigtallbike@netscape.net> wrote in message
news:FJOdnaJ3IffJL3XeRVn-ig@giganews.com...> '94 Legend GS> 75,000 Miles> I've owned the car for about 15 months and have no idea of the history. > Work I've had done includes the timing belt/water pump, brake master > cylinder and EGR valve.>
Car has been 'sitting' for about a month while I have been doing some > cosmetic work to it. I finished over the weekend so yesterday I drove to > work, about 7-8 miles. Getting to work was fine (freeway), while coming > home (surface streets) the Oil Light came on. Since I was about to stop > anyway, no big deal. I stopped did some grocery shopping and added a > quart of oil to the list. Checked the oil when I finished shopping and it > was down so I added my quart. Start up, everything fine, drive home.> I had to go out later that evening and when I was just about to where I > was going, oil light came on. Did what I needed to do (about 2.5 hours) > and when I left I checked under the car for a pool of oil, nothing. > Checked the level, fine. Started up, no oil light. JUST about home, > light came on. Put it in the garage and brought the other car to work > today.> Any Ideas Anyone? Sending unit? Pump? Anyway for an idiot mechanic > (myself) to debug the possibilities or do I need to trust the shop? If > it's a matter of reading the blinking code lights, I can do that....but > that's about it. Any idea on the cost of the various options? I likely > won't do the work myself, whatever it is so it will be shop time.> Thanks in advance guys....
TeGGeR's response is good, especially in your situation, but when my
daughter's '93 Accord had a flashing oil light (owner's manual says
"excessive fluctuation in pressure") I gave it some thought. TeGGeR's way is
the most certain to lead to a proper fix, but....
The most common cause of oil light coming on is failure of the oil pressure
sender. Right now you are in a quandry because you don't know if the sender
is telling you wrong or if the oil pressure really is too low. What I
elected to do was replace the sender so I could assume it was now getting
correct readings and then seeing whether the light came on. I was in luck -
it was only the sender.
In any event, don't drive the car anywhere until this is sorted out one way
or the other. You indicate it will be done at a shop, so my post is more for
the benefit of others - the shop will do it the right way because they'd be
crazy not to. Just don't drive it there. Having it towed to the shop is
worth it for this indication, no matter that the odds are in your favor.
Mike
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Thursday, 2 February 2006
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| shot engine on 2003 integra Guest 04:22:47 |
| | i have a 2003 integra that has a shot engine. the dearship said it happened because i was running it w/out oil. false. i am a certified mechanic and have been changeing the oi of my cars for a while. dealership can't explian where the oil went; we can't find a leak anywhere. any ideas? have you heard of this problem before? |
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Monday, 30 January 2006
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| severe sunroof leakage Guest 21:44:59 |
| | i now have two problems.
1.severe leak in sunroof cant find front drainers if possible do you have photos on where to locate.and how to replace if nessissary.
2.how do i get rid of the funky smell that it's creating |
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Saturday, 21 January 2006
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1990 Acura Idle  Mr. Lopes 05:07:31 |
| | I am having problems trying to find the right spot for my car to idle. Here is what I have put into it. CP pistons, high rev (springs and retainers), bumped the compression to 10.5:1, and stage two web cams. Does anyone know where the idle shold be set for it, and how would you do it? |
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Saturday, 7 January 2006
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| engine turns but wont start Guest 00:42:38 |
| | replaced headgasket put back together engine turns but wont start |
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Wednesday, 21 December 2005
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| 2005 Acura TL 6 Spd Manual Trans issues slicks 18:37:22 |
| | Is anyone else having an issue with 3rd gear in the 2005 TL manual trans??? I've called Acura service and since it is a hydrolic Trans, I was advised no adjustment can be done and they are aware it feels notchy... I'm experiencing this both with basic shifting as well as downshifting... very annoying... I couldn't find any service bulletins addressing this issue... anyone else??? |
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Saturday, 17 December 2005
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| 1998 Acura CL 2.3 crank pulley vibration BarryC 06:50:09 |
| | Help! Have 130,000 miles on my 2.3 CL. Replaced timing belt at 90,000 miles. Recently the engine has been vibrating at stoplights while in gear (automatic). Apply brakes and vibration goes away. Took to Acura and they advise crank pulley is vibrating side to side. Also stated it has too much end play in crank shaft. They advise they will replace crank pulley first to see if corrects problem. Front motor mount is fine. Rear motor mount has small tear but mechanic says not the problem. Whats the chances this will turn into a major repair as opposed to just the crank pulley. Any similar experience out there or good advice? Thanks for any comment. |
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Thursday, 17 November 2005
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| acura- i lost all power Momocult 17:40:15 |
| | i was driving about 45 mph and mycheck engine light came on and i pushed
the gas and nothing happened my car completely died. i let it set for a
couple days and my batttery is dead so i bought a new battery and my car
sounds like it wants to start but it wont ? what could it be?
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Sunday, 13 November 2005
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| 1988 legend wont start Guest 21:50:04 |
| | This car is driving me nuts.New plugs,wires ,cap,rotor,fuel pump is working,main relayis working,150psi compression,timing belt looks good and is tight,no trouble codes,ecu light comes on when key is turned on and goes out when relay clicks.Car turns over and tries to start but doesnt.Any info would be greatly appreciated. |
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Monday, 7 November 2005
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| Oil Leak in 95 Integra LS - Leaks close to front passenger tire Guest 05:56:06 |
| | I am not an auto expert.
My 95 Integra LS stick shift leaks close to the passenger side front
tire. I poured 10W-30 and it is all seeped out. I can't also switch
gears in my manual car, when the car is turned on. I can switch gears,
when the car is turned off only.
Any idea on:
1) Where the leak could be?
2) What has to be fixed to stop the leak?
3) Tentative cost of getting it fixed by an auto technician?
4) Do other types of oil additives stop leaks?
Please email me : sgho@aol.com
Regards,
Sam
sgho@aol.com
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| 1991 legend 2dr left fender/door needed Northcedar2 03:47:44 |
| | My newly licensed 16 year old found out the HARD WAY that the base of a
light pole in a supermarket parking lot is ably surrounded by a 2
square foot block of concrete.These do not mesh well with the rear of
the wheelwell/door hinge area. Thus I am on the hunt for a drivers side
fender and door to a 1991 acura Legend 2 door. A line on any
replacement parts near Tacoma, Washington would be appreciated.
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Sunday, 6 November 2005
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| rims MagPi 22:23:35 |
| | I have a RSX Premium and want to buy winter tires. If I buy 15 inch steel
rims, what tire size should fit? They current have 16 inch rims on them now
and I don't want to put my winter tires on them. Please help.
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| air condisioner Acura 03:04:47 |
| | Hello. i have a 1990 integra that the radio, sunroof, and A/C stopped
working. I located and replaced a main fuse that i saw was blown. Now the
radio and sunroof works but, the a/c still does not blow..The fan itself
doesn't come on but, if i hit the a/c button the compressor will kick on,
b/c the motor will have a load on it. i.e.the car will idle higher.Can any
CAR CRAZY guy's help me out? I'm hopeing that it is a simple relay. Thanks
for your time... Chris
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Saturday, 5 November 2005
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| need HELP my ignition and steering wheel dont turn Guest 03:08:02 |
| | my ignition and steering wheel dont turn.
when I put my key in the ignition I cannt get the car to start and the key doesnt even turn, it fills like the steering wheel is locked?
but then i tried and tried to trun the steering wheel to unlock the ignition but nothing happens. |
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| Re: Winter Tires & Rims Jamco 01:01:56 |
| | wow, acura dealership really riped you off
"Bill" <cpw@on.aibn.com> wrote in message
news:h6Laf.6825$J14.514462@news20.bellglobal.com...> Toyo G-02 Plus tires 205 / 60/ R16 (Used 1 season only)>
Rims: Steel 16 x 6.5 (5 Bolts) 5 X 114 (Used on an 2001 Acura CL-S)> Purchased from Acura dealership. Paid over $1500.> Asking $600.00 or Best Offer> Please reply at: jttm_2000@yahoo.com>
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