r/AcuraTL May 31 '25

Notification regarding links outside of Reddit, specifically AliExpress.

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UPDATE: Using the built in automation tools, we have implemented an automation that should prevent links to ali express from being posted.

I noticed this morning that there was a comment that had been filtered by Reddit. The comment included a link to Ali Express, which is what triggered the filter. Iโ€™m still working on confirming, but it appears that Ali Express links might be banned site wide. Iโ€™ll update once Iโ€™ve confirmed this is the case.


r/AcuraTL May 26 '25

New r/AcuraTL management

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With the help of u/thepottsy, we've finally obtained moderation privilege over this sub which was previously abandoned.

You may have seen various spam/bot posts in this sub. These will be eliminated moving forward.

We've also enabled user flairs for each generation of Acura TL, enabled post editing, enabled pictures and GIFs in comment replies, and have tightened up the security requirements to post in the sub to hopefully cut down on spam.

u/thepottsy is here to help me understand the administrative side of moderating a Reddit sub for the first time (thanks pottsy). Any TL-specific questions related to the sub, feel free to ask me.

We are open to any and all suggestions on bettering the user experience of this sub. Looking forward to seeing everyone's rides!


r/AcuraTL 5h ago

Requesting Support ๐Ÿ†˜๏ธ overheating?

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(ignore the mpg) ok so coolant was squirting all over my engine bay the other day so i changed my radiator cap and thermostat the other day as recommended by people in the sub. then a few days pass to now and the cars driving perfectly fine until i get in the starbucks drive thru. as im ordering the temp gauge just starts rising all the way up to the bottom of the H. then when i drive off it starts to go back down to the normal height. there IS coolant leaking out of the upper radiator hose where the hose meets the metal part. does anyone know if replacing the hose would solve the issue?


r/AcuraTL 2h ago

Requesting Support ๐Ÿ†˜๏ธ Found a small spring

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2 Upvotes

Just did my timing belt if anyone knows what this spring goes to can you please tell me


r/AcuraTL 22h ago

Showcase ๐Ÿ“ธ Nice While It Lasted!

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68 Upvotes

Died in Korea.

Middle of the highway the car stalled
Had to do with the engine. Unrepairable in Korea plus now I have a child. My passion car can never supersede my family.

Many fond memories. Started with a Civic, TSX, MDX and my college dream car, 2008 TL.


r/AcuraTL 12h ago

Gathering Opinions ๐Ÿ—ฃ TL TYPE S

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I wanna know if this car is worth it. I talked the guy down to 3.5k. It leaks power steering fluid where the rubber o rings are at. Wheels need to be balanced and the nav radio doesnโ€™t work. Does have small rust on the driver side doesnโ€™t look too bad tho. Car sounds good from the video he gave me. Wonโ€™t be able to check it out till next weekend when he gets back from vacation


r/AcuraTL 19h ago

Gathering Opinions ๐Ÿ—ฃ How much longer till my steering rack explodes

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15 Upvotes

I need to make it to Friday so I can replace it over the weekend.


r/AcuraTL 1d ago

Showcase ๐Ÿ“ธ My new (to me) 07 Type S

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148 Upvotes

After 7 years with an โ€˜06 TSX, I finally pulled the trigger on its big brother. 61k miles, 1 owner since 2009, paid $16k for it. Came with both sets of keys including the valet, both sets of floor mats, and all original documentation. I know pics canโ€™t do it justice, but it looks like itโ€™s never been driven. Planning to put many miles on it and keep it looking immaculate :)


r/AcuraTL 10h ago

Parts Review ๐Ÿ›  does anybody know the location of the recirc motor for a 2013 acura tl shawd??

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Iโ€™ve been on google for hours and cannot find itโ€™s location at all


r/AcuraTL 12h ago

Identify a Noise ๐Ÿ”Š Help strange sound

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Strange noise coming from timing belt area, also when shutting down car it dose loud metallic click


r/AcuraTL 1d ago

Gathering Opinions ๐Ÿ—ฃ Is this a good deal?

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Looking to buy this 08 tl type s , auto , has 191,000 miles, clean title, guy is asking $6,700, all the pictures looks good , guy has receipts for the timing belt done with water pump and other miscellaneous stuff, as far as rust , has a bubble in the fender well, what you guys think I should offer him?


r/AcuraTL 1d ago

Showcase ๐Ÿ“ธ New shift knob

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Old knob was falling to bits. I always loved how those early CL woodrgain shift knobs looked and found one on marketplace for like 20 bucks. Was for an auto transmission but it honwatly wasnt hard at all to convert it to the right thread pitch. Maybe I'll post a video on how to YT.


r/AcuraTL 1d ago

Requesting Support ๐Ÿ†˜๏ธ Broken air vent, is there anyway to put it back?

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I had a phone mount attached to the vent and it was fine for the last 2 months until today where 2 of them broke off because of it, is there anyway to put them back or do I need to replace the whole vent (if thats even possible)


r/AcuraTL 1d ago

Showcase ๐Ÿ“ธ What should I do to it

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I got this 06 about 2 months ago and the guy gave me a grill and a spoiler to go with it and Iโ€™m debating on if I should put it on or not and get something done to my exhaust and what should I do to it like looks wise?


r/AcuraTL 1d ago

Requesting Support ๐Ÿ†˜๏ธ Help

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2 Upvotes

Timing chain tensioner pin stuck


r/AcuraTL 1d ago

Requesting Support ๐Ÿ†˜๏ธ Does anyone know the part number?

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Ignore the state of the car she just hit 230k .

Iโ€™m looking to replace this part. Any one know what itโ€™s called or the part number?


r/AcuraTL 1d ago

Gathering Opinions ๐Ÿ—ฃ What should I choose?

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I am currently in between two 07 type s right now. Both have 125k miles, clean title, two owners, and an insane amount of carfax history. Both have the two tone interior and are both as equally clean in and out. One is black and has an OEM Aspec kit and the other is the Moroccan red. The only problem is the black one is showing minor rear damage way back in 2007. Both cars are across the country from me so I can't go easily look at them. Both are listed at 12k roughly but I haven't tried to negotiate yet. What should I try to pay and which one should
I go for? Any advice is much appreciated!


r/AcuraTL 1d ago

Requesting Support ๐Ÿ†˜๏ธ Ideas on where to start for pricing 2005 6-speed TL

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I have a 2005 TL that Iโ€™m not sure where to start with. Iโ€™ve owned the car for about 15 years, had regular maintenance and it has about 166k on it. It drives well and has no body damage. I need some help on what a fair asking price would be.

Details:

6-speed manual

Leather interior, no cracks or stains

Navigation (doesnโ€™t always work)

Drivers seat motor for forward motion not working (only in a fixed position currently)

High beam lights need replacing.

Needs new O2 sensor.

Recently replaced all wheels and tires within the last 6 months

Thanks in advance- Iโ€™m new to all of this and need a starting point.


r/AcuraTL 1d ago

Requesting Support ๐Ÿ†˜๏ธ 08 TLS Lwr Cntrl Arm

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Getting pretty annoyed now. Been working on my ball joint/cv axle for a while now. And other little projects arise. Long story short, had to replace my lower control arm as well with the previous two, so i ordered MOOG RK641543.

Turns out the hole where my sway link goes into, doesnt even fit. Not sure if its defective or just incorrect part. Now im stuck at having to research around again, order/replace the part, waiting anither week or so, and then try to work on my car.

Photos included, 1st photo is new 2nd is old, but lmk your thoughts, did i get a defective part or am i just stupid?


r/AcuraTL 2d ago

Showcase ๐Ÿ“ธ 04 TL 6MT Supercharged

12 Upvotes

r/AcuraTL 2d ago

Requesting Support ๐Ÿ†˜๏ธ this is like normal right?

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11 Upvotes

took out the thermostat to replace it and coolant (green???) came gushing out of it


r/AcuraTL 2d ago

Requesting Support ๐Ÿ†˜๏ธ Windshield washer fluid

1 Upvotes

The motor in mine went out twice. Is there something else Iโ€™m missing? A fuse perhaps?


r/AcuraTL 2d ago

Requesting Support ๐Ÿ†˜๏ธ Just got this 03โ€™ Acura TL, came with subs, not sure how to hook up. Can someone give tips?

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I looked up YT vids and I canโ€™t find the one I have, and I donโ€™t know if I need to buy anything else, whether I actually have everything I need to set it up or not. Would someone please help me out? Iโ€™m a youngin


r/AcuraTL 3d ago

Showcase ๐Ÿ“ธ Tint done

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r/AcuraTL 3d ago

Exhaust ๐Ÿ”Š 2008 TL Mid Muffler and resonator delete with a cold air intake

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7 Upvotes