1996 Acura TL Consumer Discussions

Acura TL Maintenance and Repair

Air conditioner didnt work, then randomly did for 20 min yesterday. Why?

Written by: clubhabel on May 30, 2009 03:17 PM

My 1996 Acura TL Air Conditioner didnt work, freon was full, and I was driving with the fan on when all of a sudden, cold air came out. The clutch on the compressor engaged when I ran a hot wire from the battery to it and the A/C worked perfect. I gotta have some electrical issue, but what? Someone said a relay maybe but what is it and where do I find it? The fuses look good. ... Read More...

Re: 1996 Acura TL starting problems [KTambo]

Written by: jimwashere on May 07, 2009 11:15 AM

Did any have an answer for this problem? Read More...

Acura TL Prices Paid and Buying Experience

Used Acura TL....

Written by: toby08 on Apr 24, 2009 06:06 AM

I am looking at a used 2005 TL with 73000 miles and the Dealer is asking $11,000. I used to own a 1996 Honda Accord EX which gave me zero head aches and ran very well up until I deployed overseas last year. 260,000 miles was the last reading before we parted. After a year of driving around in a 53,000 pound truck in the blistering heat, I would like to ride in something smooth ... Read More...

Acura TL Maintenance and Repair

1996 ACURA TL 2.5 Sedan repair costs

Written by: lhy on Feb 27, 2009 01:17 AM

I am thinking about buying a 1996 ACURA TL 2.5 Sedan and am wondering about general repair costs for the car. Is this model more expensive to repair than comparable Hondas (Accord, Civic), Toyotas (Corollas, Camrys), or even other Acuras like Legend and Integra sedans from the 1990s. Since this model has a 5-cylinder engine, would that make it more expensive ... Read More...

1996 Acura TL starting problems

Written by: KTambo on Jan 03, 2009 08:37 AM

I've had a 96 Acura 2.5TL for 2 1/2 yrs. Every now and then when we have a lot of precipitation, car won't start. Then starts right up the next day. So far have had: new main control relay for computer, new computer temp sensor, new up stream oxygen sensor and throttle air boot, mass air flow meter. Still an issue. Anyone else have this problem? Ideas? Read More...

1996 Acura TL 2.5 Oil Housing O-Ring

1996 Acura TL 2.5 Oil Housing O-Ring

Written by: ccota on Nov 25, 2008 03:08 PM

Does anyone have any information, process, pictures, etc... on replacing the Oil Housing o-ring. I have the maintenance manual but it does not cover this topic. Anys assistance is greatly appreciated Read More...

Acura TL Navigation System Hints and Experiences

Re: 09 TL navigation [rv65]

Written by: rv65 on Aug 16, 2008 05:11 PM

As for 09 TL map updates those might have to be done at the dealer. It's probably due to them having a specialized data machine. Just like in 1996-1999 :). Or Acura could release a DIY DVD updates. I'm sure the update could erase music and photo data. The FCX clarity also uses this system and maps have to be done at a Honda dealer. Read More...

Acura TL Buying Pre-owned

Re: 1996 Acura TL 2.5 [carbuyer29]

Written by: ducatiguy on May 10, 2007 08:44 AM

I purchased a '97 TL2.5 (premium) for my daughter in December 2005 - from an Acura dealer. It was a 2 owner car, w/ maintenance history, and had 82K miles. Paid 8,000. Only service has been tires, oil changes and the 105K service (paid $800 at a private shop). I liked the size of the car (vs an Integra), plus it can't go too fast! The '98/99 Accords were my pfd cars, but ... Read More...

Re: 1996 Acura TL 2.5 [habitat1]

Written by: carbuyer29 on May 08, 2007 06:50 PM

Thanks for the advice. I thought it might be a good deal based on the mileage and the maintenance history, but its still a '96. I'd like a later model, but they are pricey. Read More...

Re: 1996 Acura TL 2.5 [carbuyer29]

Written by: habitat1 on May 08, 2007 05:49 PM

1) Ridiculous price. The private party value is between $4,500+/-, dealer retail $5,300+/- according to Edmunds. 2) Not that great of a car, IMO. Underpowered (funky 5 cylinder, 176 hp/170 ft lbs.). Boxy design. Doesn't handle particularly well. Think a similar vintage Accord EX for half the price is a much better value. 3) I have a 1995 Nissan Maxima SE 5-speed ... Read More...