2005 Acura TL Consumer Discussions

Entry Level Luxury Performance Sedans

• Brief (for me) Update

  Written by: markcincinnati on May 9, 2012 2:25:44 PM

  I have now reached 15,000 miles on my 2012 Acura TL Advance SH-AWD. I have had two oil changes and at the second change the SH-AWD "fluid" was changed (very expensive.) The tires have been rotated twice. I keep the tires cold inflated to: front 37, rear 35. I decided to stick with the somewhat crappy OEM tires that came with the car, since they are all-season UHP's and I wanted ... Read More

• Infiniti G35 & Acura TL Comparisons

  Written by: nlattanzi on Apr 13, 2012 11:13:58 AM

  Hello, I am in the midst of purchasing a used vehicle. I really like the G35's (specifically the 2007 redesign models) and TL's. I would love to hear some input, views, advice that you guys may have on the two cars. I have been looking in the 2005 to 2007 era, mainly because of financial reason and reliability of those years for these cars. If I'm a bit vague, please feel ... Read More

2006 Acura TL vs. 2005 Infiniti G35

• Re: 2006 Acura TL vs. 2005 Infiniti G35 [nlattanzi]

  Written by: kirstie_h on Apr 13, 2012 10:41:48 AM

  You aren't likely to find someone here who has had the same years that you're looking at, of each vehicle. I know we have a few who have test-driven and considered both. You're more likely to find those people in our Entry Level Luxury Performance Sedans discussion: http://townhall-talk.edmunds.com/direct/view/.ef0a892

• Re: 2006 Acura TL vs. 2005 Infiniti G35 [wwest]

  Written by: nlattanzi on Apr 13, 2012 10:24:39 AM

  Does anyone have experience in driving both or have had both?

• Re: 2006 Acura TL vs. 2005 Infiniti G35 [nlattanzi]

  Written by: wwest on Apr 13, 2012 9:55:31 AM

  I would choose the more safe RWD any day of the week.

• 2006 Acura TL vs. 2005 Infiniti G35

  Written by: nlattanzi on Apr 12, 2012 4:13:34 PM

  I wanted to get some of your guys' views on the models I have specified in the title. I have found two used vehicles (TL and G35) around the same price range. But I'm torn as to which one to go with. Performance and longevity are important to me when purchasing one of these vehicles.

Acura TL Real World MPG

• Re: 2005 Acura TL [prprt33]

  Written by: mcb345 on Mar 26, 2012 9:45:06 AM

  prprt33... Your 2005 TL real world mileage and my 2009 TSX real world mileage solidify the fact that the EPA's #'s underrated older cars while new 2012 cars are overrated in terms of fuel economy.

Acura TL Maintenance and Repair

• Re: 2005 Acura TL [stickguy]

  Written by: prprt33 on Mar 24, 2012 11:05:28 PM

  That for the feedback, I went and checked my owner's manual and it said if you drive in really hot temperatures to replace the timing belt every 60,000 miles. I live in Phoenix, AZ so that must be what the dealership is going off of.

• Re: 2005 Acura TL [prprt33]

  Written by: stickguy on Mar 24, 2012 8:25:00 AM

  look in the owners manual. If you still have one with service intervals, otherwise might have to check the internet. the first change is called for at ~100K (maybe 105?) or 7 years. So you were well under that at 60K. But, they may have a shorter interval for subsequent changes. But I doubt if it was me that I would replace it again that soon. As to mounts, the ones ... Read More

• 2005 Acura TL

  Written by: prprt33 on Mar 24, 2012 8:17:12 AM

  I have 154,000 miles on my 2005 Acura TL and have changed the timing belt twice already, once at 60,000 miles and again at 120,000 miles. The Acura dealership is telling me to do it again at 180,000 miles. Is this too often? I noticed a gentleman had just changed his for the first time at 99,500 miles and their TL was a 1999 not a 2005. Thoughts? Also, has anyone ... Read More

Acura TL Real World MPG

• 2005 Acura TL

  Written by: prprt33 on Mar 24, 2012 8:07:54 AM

  I've noticed that the EPA estimates are low compared to my real world driving MPG results. They say my 2005 Acura TL gets 18 City and 26 Highway, when the real results are 26MPG blended and 29MPG highway. I use 91 octane and stay very current on all preventative maintenance. I have 154,000 miles on it and she is still running like a champ. I agree with you guys, hard to ... Read More

Entry Level Luxury Performance Sedans

• Re: Upgrading from a Mazda3 [ivan_99]

  Written by: markcincinnati on Mar 15, 2012 2:52:48 PM

  I had -- my wife had -- a couple of those slightly smaller A4's back in the late 90's, with the, at the time V6 and stick shift (and with the $500 sport package), these were very nice cars; and actually very reliable as I recall. But, those were the days when we were in and out of a car in about 45,000 miles, so even for a German car it ... Read More

• Re: Entry level luxury car recommendations` [btc33]

  Written by: dino001 on Feb 16, 2012 1:55:57 PM

  I assume you want a used car - and it has to be quite used (4+ years old). I own BMW myself, but bought it new with maintenance. I love, but would not get one for 18 grand, especially if did not have more money to spend after the purchase. If maintenance costs are real issue for you, start with Acura TSX or TL. TL is definitely more luxurious, but more ... Read More

2012 Acura TL

• Re: Only problem with Acura is lack of focus/marketing [markcincinnati]

  Written by: dbledmndk2 on Feb 9, 2012 4:01:22 PM

  Mark - first just wanted to say thanks for your well written and insightful posts on here. I'm currently looking to dump my V6 2005 Accord Coupe and I'm torn between the A4 and the TL AWD. I agree that unquestionably the TL is a better value, but there is just something so silky smooth and seductive about the A4. Could you (or any 2012 TL owner) comment specifically on the ... Read More

Entry Level Luxury Performance Sedans

• Re: manual trans. Re: 528i 4 vs 6 cyl [fedlawman]

  Written by: markcincinnati on Jan 12, 2012 8:03:59 AM

  I agree with your last paragraph. We're entering a period where "less is more" insofar as our choices in autos goes. It used to be only "bigger is better" and that only the big cars got the "more is more" treatment. I had (or my wife had, better said) three Audi TT's, the last two were the high performance models (at the time) with the 225HP 4 cylinder (1.8). Due to ... Read More

• Re: 528i 4 vs 6 cyl [sweendogy]

  Written by: markcincinnati on Jan 11, 2012 12:10:54 PM

  I have lamented the lack of manual transmissions in these ELLPS and LPS cars for years -- my last manual was virtually the last manual that I could get in a car that I really wanted, and that was in a 2003 Audi allroad with the 2.7T engine. Then I bought a 2005 Audi A6 with the 6-speed tiptronic, followed by a 2009 A4 2.0T Prestige with the sport package (also ... Read More

• Re: My test drive experience [sweendogy]

  Written by: tlong on Dec 30, 2011 6:13:10 PM

  You never said more powerful either, why did you add that? So what are the cars that have more power but are mute ? You misquoted me. I said there are plenty of powerful engines out there that are not so harsh. Not "more powerful" - although I'm sure there are some of those, too. Audi, Acura, and BMW V6's are significantly less harsh. In fact, when I was looking at ... Read More

• Re: The Great (Acura) TSX Debate [billyperksii]

  Written by: tlong on Dec 23, 2011 7:55:26 PM

  I wanted to try another brand because my previous car was the 2003 TL Type S, the G just did not do it for me, I tried to force myself to like it but I just knew it would have been buyers remorse. When I was looking for a new 2005 ELLPS, I looked at the G35 along with the TL. The G35 was noticeably a bit narrow, but not a ... Read More

Acura TL Bluetooth/HandsFree Link Problems

• Re: 2005 Acura TL HFL quit working [kshaid]

  Written by: synnection on Dec 15, 2011 11:09:16 PM

  Hello all - just want to report one last thing before you give in or either replace the HFL... **Let me preface this with my HFL was still "working" it just would not recognize or sync with and phones** I was about to replace mine when i decided to try the old one again just for Sh!ts and giggles... lo and behold i realized that the HFL is actually 2 pieces ... Read More

• Re: 2005 Acura TL - HFL Draw on Battery [calbearsteve]

  Written by: brendcon on Dec 14, 2011 8:04:44 AM

  No reason to disconnect the battery. Overkill yes. You will need a set of feeler gauges--at Lowes for $6 or $7---to take down the overhead light console without causing any damage. Real simple......

• Re: 2005 Acura TL - HFL Draw on Battery [brendcon]

  Written by: calbearsteve on Dec 13, 2011 10:41:34 PM

  I have the same issue described with my 2006 Acura TL. I am planning on using bulletin 05-020 to replace the HFL unit myself. This would be my first foray into messing with electronic components in a car. Am I correct in assuming I should disconnect the car's battery before opening up the roof console and replacing the HFL? Or is that overkill for this type of project?

• 2005 Acura TL

  Written by: rwsmith13 on Dec 11, 2011 6:35:01 PM

  Add me to the list! My HFL died last week! When I bought the car, it was one of the reasons that persuaded me to pick the car! Very disappointed that it costs so much to replace the unit! Not a very happy camper here! And to think, I am deciding what new car to buy right now....this latest example has me looking elsewhere! Acura used to be such a great ... Read More

• Re: 2005 Acura TL - HFL Draw on Battery [jkjhooks]

  Written by: brendcon on Nov 29, 2011 12:12:26 PM

  I would suggest using service bulletin 05-020 and follow the directions of prying the tab of the overhead lighting console, pulling down, taking out the 4 bolts, and disconnecting the bluetooth module. This takes about 10-15 minutes and is very simple to just unplug it.. I never work on cars and this was very simple for me. I changed out my module and it works better than the original--so I guess ... Read More

• 2005 Acura TL - HFL Draw on Battery

  Written by: jkjhooks on Nov 29, 2011 11:41:08 AM

  I've had no problems with the HFL, until recently... Took it to my regular service guy, after my battery would drain when sitting for a very short period of time. Battery is brand new, and the charging system is working properly. There is, however, between a 2.5 and 5 amp draw on the battery when it sits. They've tracked it back to what they think is the HFL. I can't find ... Read More

• TL would not start: I suspect a HFL malfunction

  Written by: eschpecially on Nov 8, 2011 11:24:24 AM

  My 2005 Acura TL would not start this morning. I replaced the battery in July. When trying to start the car, I had lights but the battery would not turn over the motor. After jumping the battery, the car started. Reading all of these blogs I suspect an HFL issue. My HFL stopped working in April and I did not think about having it fixed. After reading these blogs, it makes ... Read More

• Re: 2006 TL HFL not working & not covered by Warranty [naga2]

  Written by: kari524 on Oct 19, 2011 11:31:45 AM

  Just so you know--I purchased a CPO 2005 Acura TL 3 yrs ago and also have the extended 100,000 mile warranty. The HFL failed about a year and a half ago. I called the dealer where I purchased it, brought it in and said I was not paying for it because it should be covered and they did not charge me. The dealer told me normally without the Warranty I would ... Read More

• Re: HFL Not Working--Next Steps [robarora]

  Written by: turie on Oct 12, 2011 1:06:00 PM

  Ok 1st here is where you can buy the part at- http://www.oemacuraparts.com/index.php?p=page&page_id=part_picker&make=Acura&mod- - el=TL&year=2005&version=4DR+BASE&transmission=KA5AT&system=PARTS&component=INTER- - IOR+LIGHT 8 39770-SEP-A02ZB TELEPHONE ASSY., HANDS FREE *YR167L* (LIGHT TAN) $181.17 $173.93 1 Add to Cart Add to Cart 8 39770-SEP-A02ZC TELEPHONE ASSY., HANDS FREE *YR240L* (LIGHT CREAM IVORY) $203.70 $195.55 1 Add to Cart Add to Cart 8 39770-SEP-A02ZA TELEPHONE ASSY., HANDS FREE *NH528L* (MOON LAKE GRAY) $181.17 $173.93 1 Add to Cart Add to ... Read More

Acura TL Navigation System Hints and Experiences

• Re: Time of arrival [svetule4ek]

  Written by: cpn2 on Oct 10, 2011 5:45:15 PM

  I'm pretty sure you cannot change it. I foolishly purchased the updated disk (for2010). The only changes are some expansions in map coverage and new POIs. Regarding the latter (which I have an ongoing beef with Acura about), they do not tell you that the 2010 update is the same as that installed in the 2010 Acura which came out in 2009. Their cutoff date for production is June 30th. Navteq, ... Read More

Entry Level Luxury Performance Sedans

• Re: Acura vs. The Germans [fedlawman] and Billyperks [sweendogy] [fedlawman] [sweendogy] [fedlawman]

  Written by: sweendogy on Oct 1, 2011 5:56:51 PM

  I love the illustrations but they prove little but you did point out that acura/honda did have a good past stable of sports cars but as you know the nsx hasnt been produced since 2005 the s2000 was 09... now given the fact that those 2 cars were rwd and were light weight and were great handlers - something the TL and TSX are not. - Is the A4 a sports ... Read More

Acura TL Bluetooth/HandsFree Link Problems

• HandsFreeLink has fied

  Written by: udiaz75 on Sep 26, 2011 12:23:04 PM

  All of the sudden, I noticed that my paired phone (Samung Epic 4G) Could not longet pair with my 2005 Acura TL. It then dawned on me that the phone could no longer even find the Handsfree device. So from reading these posts something tells me it is dead. Also, something tells me that Acura is nuts if I they want me to pay $800.00 when I just paied them $700 ... Read More

Acura TL Lease Questions

• Re: 2112 TL lease [yanick356]

  Written by: stone23 on Jul 29, 2011 4:47:54 AM

  Yanick, So you bought a 2012 V6 Tech3 for $36K and are paying $480/mo including taxes? What was the invoice price. Where did you get this. I had been trying to get into a V6 TSX but every dealer keeps telling me that they don't have a market for them. They say the support and incentives on the TL FWD & FWD Tech are priced attractively. I haven't gone into the ... Read More

Acura TL Bluetooth/HandsFree Link Problems

• Re: 2005 Acura TL HFL quit working [kshaid]

  Written by: miche269 on Sep 6, 2011 6:14:30 PM

  I see a lot of post on this, but I came to surf the web to see what I could find on this issue as well. I have an 06 TL with NAVI and the bluetooth just stopped working all of a sudden. If all of our cars "suddenly" stopped working this is totally strange and we all couldn't have broken our cars at the same time. Acura better come up ... Read More

Acura TL Maintenance and Repair

• Re: Issue with Side View Mirrors [new2cars]

  Written by: bejocund on Aug 7, 2011 2:43:48 PM

  I have the same exact problem with my 2005 TL. Looks like your mirror is rusting right? I bought mirrors at Acura then had them installed at a local shop for much less. Feel like a brand new car again.

Acura TL Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Trade in '05 TL and New 2012 Tech Lease

  Written by: ffactoryxx on Jun 30, 2011 6:53:26 AM

  Ok so I have a 2005 Acura TL w/ Navi with about $5500 left to pay on it from my purchase. Payments are about $450/mo. I want to trade it in and get either a 2009/10 TL Tech for Purchase or 2012 w/ Tech for Lease. I am a bit confused on which way to go. I assume I can get around $10K for my car. Few Questions and yes I ... Read More

Acura TL Lease Questions

• Trade in '05 TL and New 2012 Tech Lease

  Written by: ffactoryxx on Jun 30, 2011 6:37:29 AM

  Ok so I have a 2005 Acura TL w/ Navi with about $5500 left to pay on it from my purchase. Payments are about $450/mo. I want to trade it in and get either a 2009/10 TL Tech for Purchase or 2012 w/ Tech for Lease. I am a bit confused on which way to go. I assume I can get around $10K for my car. Few Questions and yes I ... Read More

Acura TL Maintenance and Repair

• Wrapping it Up

  Written by: laurasdada on Jun 16, 2011 10:15:44 AM

  It is with great sadness that I must announce the passing of my 2005 TL...passed as a trade-in that is! 6.5 years and 85,000 trouble-free miles of driving pleasure. One of my all-time favorite rides, I'll miss it but just could not justify three cars (and would have been four in a year or less...) in the driveway. So, hopefully she'll go to a good family who will maintain and Zaino ... Read More

• Re: 2005 TL ... 71k miles [delmar1]

  Written by: stickguy on Jun 15, 2011 8:01:27 PM

  that seems way high for the T Belt. Plugs too most likely. And the serp belt should be cheap, just the cost of the belt (no labor) if you do it with the t belt. not sure how much plugs will cost to put in. You need to find a reliable indy, if those are the prices at your dealer. I actually take my 2000 TL to the honda dealer where ... Read More

• Re: 2005 TL ... 71k miles [delmar1]

  Written by: mikesmurano on Jun 15, 2011 5:12:02 AM

  Bro, I feel your pain. My sig/other has hi-jacked my TL. She rides it hard and she is harsh on cars. I had the T belt replaced @110K. I now need brakes & at least two tires. I am researching other types/brands of pads. The Acura pads are costly. I am not a fan of Michelin. I have always received better life out of Good Year (Dunlop) & Bridgestone (the Potenza ... Read More

Acura TL Bluetooth/HandsFree Link Problems

• Re: Acura TL Bluetooth Problems [06acuratl]

  Written by: mardew on Jun 13, 2011 5:17:03 PM

  My 2005 TL hands free just went dead this past Friday. I've had the car for 5 years now, three phones later and never had a problem until now. I called the dealer and they want to charge me $150 just to diagnose it, then "if" they need to repair the $150 will be deducted from the repair. But after seeing all these complaints on line, and there are a lot, ... Read More

Acura TL Navigation System Hints and Experiences

• Bugs in the 2010 TL Nav version

  Written by: cpn2 on Jun 4, 2011 1:53:14 PM

  I updated my 2005 TL NAV disk to the 2010 version. Since then, I've found many bugs in the routing and systemically missing POI's. Has anyone else encountered problems? Routing Errors - a sample: System routed me 16.2 miles - 23 minutes (for Direct and Easy Routes) on a toll road. Switched to Minimize Freeways and got a route that was 4.3 miles - 16 minutes. NAV systems often do not ... Read More

Acura TL Electrical System Problems

• Re: Battery keeps draining--2005 Acura TL [tim635csi]

  Written by: mythatcher on May 9, 2011 11:09:23 PM

  Hey tim635csi, How did it go? sounds like it should be a good option.

Acura TL Navigation System Hints and Experiences

• 2005 TL nav version?

  Written by: pongima on Apr 24, 2011 8:24:27 PM

  I purchased a used 2005 Acura TL with NAV recently. I have version 3.30g orange dvd. Does anyone know if this is the correct version for the 2005? When receiving directions, the voice is muted. Also the little clock on the dash doesn't match up with the Navigation time. I recall reading in the manual that the dashboard clock syncs to the NAV unit time. I'd appreciate any help, as I've ... Read More

• Re: Problems With My 2005 Acura TL Navigation System [joeldavid1]

  Written by: jazzyauto on Apr 12, 2011 11:02:48 PM

  having problems with the audio on the TL not displaying stations CD tracks or xm. the unit plays sound and everything and also navigation does not talk. i am thinking this is close to the gentlemens situation who made the #620 post please let me know if there is an answer out here

Acura TL Electrical System Problems

• Re: Battery keeps draining--2005 Acura TL [whoody]

  Written by: tim635csi on Apr 12, 2011 6:58:53 PM

  I just picked up a 06 tl for my wife and it has the same problem with the battery dying. I put in a new battery and it died within a few days of not being driven. I am a auto tech by trade and after noting that the conections ,grounds and charging system are all working properly I googled the symptems and found many forums discussing the hfl problem. checked ... Read More

• Battery keeps draining--2005 Acura TL

  Written by: whoody on Apr 11, 2011 10:08:30 PM

  I am now on my 4th battery in one year. 3 months ago I took it in and they spent several days examining the electrical system which they thought was draining the battery. $300 later they thought they solved the problem. Today it would not start again---put in 4th new battery. I drive car at least 6 out of 7 days----they think I don't drive enough miles to keep it charged ... Read More

Acura TL Bluetooth/HandsFree Link Problems

• 2005 Acura TL HFL quit working

  Written by: kshaid on Apr 4, 2011 1:04:48 PM

  I'm experiencing the same frustrating situation. It has worked just fine for 5 years and just 2 weeks ago when we bought a new BT phone and tried to pair it, it quit working. We called Acura support and they walked us through resetting it and none of that worked. The BT buttons on the steering wheel do not work at all. Today, we were charged a $100 diagnostic charge for ... Read More

Acura TL Electrical System Problems

• Re: 2007 Acura TL battery dead if parked for 5-6 days [angrychimp]

  Written by: omarmd on Mar 13, 2011 8:18:38 AM

  Also Acura TL 2005 and same problem. Started by the HFL going into booting and nonworking mode. Then the first "Original Battery" died and after a few jump starts we went to sears and replaced it. Surprise the HFL started working again but we didn't use it as the quality if the conversation on it has always been poor. 6 months later the Sears battery died! went back to sears and ... Read More

2012 Acura TL

• 2012 Acura TL Release Date - March!!!

  Written by: fertilitydoc on Feb 20, 2011 3:36:06 PM

  I went to the Chicago Auto Show today. I have owned 2 prior generation Acura TL's, the 1999 and most recently the 2005. I am tall 6'4" and have always appreciated the TL's front leg room, cockpit layout, technology integration, above average performance (although this could be improved) & value compared to the European sedans in it's class. I am due for a new car in the next few months and ... Read More

Entry Level Luxury Performance Sedans

• Re: Let's get to the facts [fedlawman]

  Written by: sweendogy on Oct 10, 2010 2:19:55 PM

  i agree lawman.. but smarty is again mistaken as you posted, just like he was mistaken about me even talking about the TSX -- i have never made comments saying the tsx sales have tanked but I did say and prove (using hondas own sales numbers) that TL sales have "tanked" since they changed to the modern design -- i can pull up the numbers again for the TL --the car ... Read More

• Re: Let's get to the facts [sweendogy]

  Written by: smarty666 on Oct 10, 2010 1:54:11 PM

  Seriously, what is wrong with you? For the last time, I DID NOT say TSX sales tanked, I said TSX sales HAD NOT TANKED! Just because they have decreased over the last two years by a few thousand does not mean they are tanking and as I just showed you in a post above, the TSX is higher in sales this year thus far then at this time last year hence ... Read More

Acura TL Transmission Questions

• Re: Acura/Honda junk transmissions [2233]

  Written by: mikesmurano on Sep 9, 2010 5:50:51 AM

  I can appreciate your irritations about the transmission and the cost. I had some horrible experiences with a Nissan Murano and have sworn never to buy a Nissan product for the rest of time. I had to replace a transmission (CVT) at 121,000 miles (1000 miles out of warranty @ $6400). I sold the car after repairs. The car was always maintained properly. At least Acura offered you something. I got ... Read More

Entry Level Luxury Performance Sedans

• Re: Check CR Reliability History Charts [smarty666]

  Written by: 2233 on Aug 23, 2010 6:43:41 AM

  I guess you neglected to check the Acura transmission problem section on Edmunds. There are many posts about transmission and clutch problems in 2006 vehicles, not just 2005 and prior models. Remember, it took several years before the transmission problems surfaced regarding the transmission failures of TLs from 1999-2005. Now the problems with the 2006 transmissions are surfacing. Next year we may hear about problems from 2007. Acura's customer service and ... Read More

• Check CR Reliability History Charts

  Written by: smarty666 on Aug 23, 2010 4:47:49 AM

  The major/widespread transmission issues with Acura vehicles ended in either 2005 or the 2004 model year. People with 2006+ model years are not running into transmission issues like you guys are trying to imply. Go and check CR's reliability history charts for all the Acura models and you'll see that. Starting with the 2006 model years, the transmissions got above avg or much above avg ratings. If you look at the ... Read More

Acura TL 2009 +

• Re: Evolution not complete makeover [gbosil]

  Written by: rlonn1 on Aug 13, 2010 7:44:12 AM

  I am sure the DOWNTURN in the Economy has nothing to do with any of this? $43K is a lot of money for middle america.... I was concerned about my job like so many other americans, and we are not out of the woods just yet. But I decided to stop worrying and pulled the trigger on my SH-AWD 2010 TL. Glad I did and never looked back! I said this ... Read More

• Re: Evolution not complete makeover [xrunner2]

  Written by: gbosil on Aug 13, 2010 5:16:18 AM

  Okay everybody... Here are the true sales stats for the TL from Acura: 1999 = 56,566 2000 2G = 67,033 2001 = 69,484 2002 = 60,764 2003 = 56,770 2004 3G = 77,895 2005 = 78,218 2006 = 71,348 2007 = 58,545 2008 = 48,766 2009 4G = 33,620 Looks like the new redesign 3G in 2004 is more than double the sales of the current TL 4G. Numbers don't lie. ... Read More

Acura TL Bluetooth/HandsFree Link Problems

• Re: HandsFreeLink stopped working

  Written by: efgraphx on Jul 25, 2010 9:34:26 AM

  I own a 2004 Acura TL with the same problems. Sofar have not been able to find a Replacement part for my car. Could I use the HFL Unit from the 2005 TL? Thanx, Erich

Acura TL Maintenance and Repair

• Re: 2003 2.3TL [moet131]

  Written by: strokeoluck2 on Jul 12, 2010 7:37:37 PM

  I don't keep up with values because I'm not in the market. You can easily check values via Ebay, Craigslist or KelleyBlueBook.com. Personally I'd be very leery of a salvage title. Not because they can't be repaired properly; I used to work at a car dealership many moons ago and I think a quality body shop can work wonders. But the problem will come when you go to sell it. I ... Read More

Acura TL 2009 +

• Re: Is the new Acura TL a magnet for accidents? [marco25]

  Written by: rlonn1 on Jul 2, 2010 9:21:52 AM

  Sorry to hear about this unfortunate situation. My 2010 TL is only 4 months old, and due to the superior breaking and steering control, I have been able to avoid 2 near miss accidents to date. I would not attribute this to the size of the car. One could argue that the car is so DAM attractive, that folks are looking at your car, not at the road. We all try ... Read More

Acura TL Maintenance and Repair

• 2005 TL Repair - maybe your car is next 115,000 miles

  Written by: bejocund on Mar 23, 2010 10:37:05 PM

  For those with TL approaching 115,000 miles My calipers locked. Calipers are suppose to be replaced only once in the lifetime of the car. New brakes and rotors installed as well. Total for calipers and brakes and rotors $1200 at local shop (not acura dealer fees) Front left fog light is out a few internal glow lights are out (ie cruise control light that is on the handlebar)

• 2005 Acura TL Navigation is breaking - yours too ?

  Written by: bejocund on Jun 9, 2010 8:16:33 AM

  Just curious if other 2005 TL owners are experiencing malfunction with their Navi system.

• Re: An Observation [camon]

  Written by: rlonn1 on Jun 8, 2010 2:32:39 PM

  I still own my 2005 Honda Pilot and belong to that blog.. Once every few months someone will send out an email that asked if anyone is still around? Tons of folks respond but everyone is just driving their Pilot and are all happy campers with not issues to report. 82K miles and other then oil changes, nothing to report in about.. We are all here on the TL blog, but ... Read More

Entry Level Luxury Performance Sedans

• Re: Help for the weary [slance66]

  Written by: plekto on May 23, 2010 9:17:37 PM

  The previous generation CTS is a lot less ugly than the new one and would be my pick, then. The pearl white and light blue are very nice and are aimed at female buyers. YOU might not like the CTS, but your wife probably will love it after a test drive after her old car she's been suffering with. I know this as my mother is looking for the exact same ... Read More

Acura TL 2009 +

• Re: Nice Video, MotoringTV, Episode 8 [gbosil]

  Written by: rlonn1 on May 21, 2010 6:49:20 AM

  I think, and know you are right on! I could have written this myself! One thing, My statement leading folks over to the Buick link was to show folks that Acura was not alone when it came to How It Made The Car Look! Those that love the style of the TL, should love the buick as the concept is very close to the same mold.. And I still prefer the ... Read More

Acura TL Navigation System Hints and Experiences

• Problems With My 2005 Acura TL Navigation System

  Written by: joeldavid1 on May 12, 2010 10:42:38 PM

  When I first turn on my car the navigation system will not engage. It looks as if it keeps trying to "reboot" but nothing happens it just stay on home screen. Bought it into dealer and they were nice enough to look at it and try to clear it and it worked for a couple of hours and then same problem. It will not even display radio stations just "stuck" on ... Read More

Acura TL Maintenance and Repair

• Re: 2005 TL Repair - maybe your car is next 115,000 miles [bejocund]

  Written by: strokeoluck2 on Apr 21, 2010 7:23:37 PM

  Calipers only need to be replaced "once"? Does that show up in the manual? What if you kept the car for 1,000,000 miles? My Dad and I replaced the brake pads and rotors (no calipers) and parts were about $125 or so. Local independent brake/tire shop wanted ~$500, and the Acura dealer was something like $700 to $800. Their PARTS alone were about $400 if I were to buy them from ... Read More

Acura TL Bluetooth/HandsFree Link Problems

• iPhone compatibility problem?

  Written by: kkaiti on Jan 19, 2009 10:31:47 AM

  I recently switched from a Blackberry to a 3G iPhone. My 2005 TL Bluetooth worked fine with the Blackberry, but since I got the iPhone, about 50% of the time that I get an incoming call, the radio silences, I answer the phone, the radio comes back on, and the calling party ends up listening to my radio, but can't hear me. Acura says it's an iPhone software problem. The Apple ... Read More

• Re: HandsFreeLink stopped working [kari524]

  Written by: anniebe on Mar 15, 2010 8:24:42 AM

  Hello! I agree with kari524, it is strange to see these post for the Acura Tl HANDSFREE LINK all NOT working around the same time. We have a 2005, the link stopped working around the first of march. Says it "booting up", yet does not happen. Took it to dealer who said it would cost around $600.00!! And that is with about 1/2 hour of labor! That seems like an over ... Read More

• Re: HandsFreeLink stopped working [shock204]

  Written by: kari524 on Mar 4, 2010 2:46:34 PM

  This is so odd seeing all these posts about the same issue within days of it happening to me. I purchased a CPO 2005 Acura TL in May 2009 and paired my 5 yr old LG flip via the Bluetooth and it has worked flawlessly until this week. I started the car and noticed the phone icon on the nav screen was gone so I thought I either left my phone ... Read More

Acura TL Maintenance and Repair

• Re: Average repair costs for an Acura TL? [carchick07]

  Written by: mikesmurano on Mar 4, 2010 8:33:04 AM

  Hey "carchick", I just purchased a 2005 TL to replace a disastrous Nissan Murano SE and I have to say I am driving a fabulous machine. I usually don't buy new cars because of the miles I have to drive. I looked at a lot of cars before I bought a 6 spd. manual TL in great shape. This car drives like it just came off the lot. It had 100k ... Read More

Acura TL Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Used 2005 Acura TL

  Written by: mikesmurano on Mar 4, 2010 8:00:10 AM

  Hi all. I know that most here are looking for new cars, but I thought I would throw in my two cents. I just purchased a 2005 TL to replace a disastrous Nissan Murano SE and I have to say I am driving a fabulous machine. I usually don't buy new cars because of the miles I have to drive. I looked at a lot of cars before I bought a ... Read More

Acura TL Bluetooth/HandsFree Link Problems

• Re: Trouble Pairing Blackberry 8830 with TL 2005 [carteach]

  Written by: rarmillotto on Nov 12, 2008 9:04:16 AM

  Thanks for the great advice. Calling the Acura Hands FreeLink customer support number did the trick. They were very helpful and provided immediate assistance. Although neither my dealership nor Verizon could offer any solutions customer support was able to do it in less than 5 minutes. The solution was simple: 1. Delete paired device from phone 2. Remove battery from the phone, wait 10 seconds and replace. This will reset the ... Read More

• Re: HandsFreeLink stopped working [shock204]

  Written by: k19 on Feb 9, 2010 9:09:55 AM

  My 2005 TL does the same thing. If you take it to the acura dealer let me know what they say. Joe

• Trouble Pairing Blackberry 8830 with TL 2005

  Written by: rarmillotto on Nov 11, 2008 7:09:30 PM

  I recently purchased a new Blackberry 8830 that is listed as compatible with the Hands Free Link on my 2005 Acura TL. I was able to pair it easily, however after about 4 weeks it just stopped working with the Hands Free Link. I went to the dealership and they had problems pairing not only my phone but another phone as well (not and 8830). The hands free link system was ... Read More

• acura tl handsfree microphone

  Written by: oel on Jan 18, 2010 7:24:22 AM

  I have a 2005 tl w/o navigation. Is there a replacement microphone or a way to improve the quality of the existing. It is my first car with handsfree link, the convenience is great but the outgoing sound quality is poor, I am almost yelling or constantly repeating myself. any solutions?

2007 Acura TL vs. 2005 BMW 325xi

• Re: What to buy: 2007 Acura TL vs. 2005 BMW 325xi [dualtrace]

  Written by: mitchflorida on Jan 7, 2010 10:55:32 AM

  Probably the best deal you can get is on a pre-owned Certified Acura TL. You get an addtional year of warranty , you are not getting a car that has been in a wreck, and the interest rate on the loan is low. BMW and TL are such different cars, mainly because the BMW is rear wheel drive and I suppose more "prestigious" to drive.

Acura TL Audio

• 2005 TL Problem with audio Navigation through center speaker

  Written by: oreo9 on Oct 20, 2008 6:43:52 AM

  I have a 2005 TL, manual transmission with navigation. I was driving with my navigation system a few weeks ago and noticed that when the navigation was giving the voice command back that the sound was fuzzy. I could understand the command, but it almost sounds like the speaker is blown. A few days later the navigation was back to normal and perfectly fine. Then 2 weeks ago the problem started ... Read More

Acura TL Maintenance and Repair

• Door Handle Cover Fell Off

  Written by: delmar1 on Dec 22, 2009 7:54:33 PM

  I have a 2005 Acura TL and the cover plate to the non-moving part of the door handle of my rear passenger side door fell off. If you know the door design....there is a cover plate that doesn't move...but just an aesthetic cover to make the handle lines flow better. So on the rear passenger door...it is to the rear part of the handle. Lucky for me...it fell off when I ... Read More

2007 Acura TL vs. 2005 BMW 325xi

• Re: What to buy: 2007 Acura TL vs. 2005 BMW 325xi [upstatedoc]

  Written by: dualtrace on Nov 12, 2009 10:50:41 AM

  Thanks for the replies so far. No real need for AWD, it’s just because BMW has the option. Meanwhile prices on 2007 TL’s around here started to drop (end of year I guess). Dealers still ask for a lot more and wonder if the additional crap they promise is worth it. I have a friend who had an Infinity G35 and despite the good fame Infinity service has, they did not ... Read More

• Re: What to buy: 2007 Acura TL vs. 2005 BMW 325xi [dualtrace]

  Written by: upstatedoc on Nov 10, 2009 5:54:10 AM

  Well, I had an '05 TL and am now driving an '09 328ix. Two totally different cars. Do you need AWD? If not, I would go with the TL, it's an absolute beast. I have to absolutely have AWD and Acura just doesn't offer anything that appeals to me. The new TL is a fugly behemoth. Too bad they didn't offer SH-AWD on the previous gen. TL, I would still be ... Read More

• Re: What to buy: 2007 Acura TL vs. 2005 BMW 325xi [dualtrace]

  Written by: jgraffman on Nov 5, 2009 7:03:03 AM

  I lease a 2007 TL with nav ( my 2nd TL ) and own a 2006 325 XI sport wagon/ nav and sport package ( my first and last BMW ). Don't get wrong the BMW is a great car to drive, and there is nothing like the BMW aura. But, the run flat tire concept is bad (see the BMW tire thread ) and the car just isn't that reliable ... Read More

• Re: What to buy: 2007 Acura TL vs. 2005 BMW 325xi [dualtrace]

  Written by: pat on Nov 2, 2009 8:34:52 AM

  Just an administrative note, there's no need for separate discussions. This one appears under both the TL and the 3-Series so I removed the other one to avoid confusion.

• What to buy: 2007 Acura TL vs. 2005 BMW 325xi

  Written by: dualtrace on Nov 1, 2009 8:02:15 PM

  I apologize for posting this in both BMW and Acura sections, but I thought this is the only way to gather attention from both sides. I have a hard time deciding between 2007 Acura TL and 2005 BMW 325xi. The 2005 BMW 325xi is the last model year that has the old classic look that I love. Could not afford one at the time and felt really sorry seeing how they ... Read More

Acura TL Tires and Wheels

• 2005 Acura TL winter tires

  Written by: strokeoluck2 on Oct 13, 2009 5:34:21 PM

  After reading through some of the winter tire questions I thought I would share what I did. My '05 TL has 53k miles. I'm on my third set of "summer" tires (long story; wasn't happy w/the OEM set. And it's not my driving style, I just replaced my brakes this weekend and they had 30% to 40% life left on them) but had never owned winter tires. After moving to Minnesota ... Read More

Acura TL Maintenance and Repair

• Re: Winter wheels/tires for 2005 TL [optimistic1]

  Written by: strokeoluck2 on Sep 27, 2009 6:47:02 PM

  Thanks Optimistic1, that's great to hear. I'm also thinking about changing and upgrading the brakes when I swap the wheels/tires for winter. I'm sure the info is somewhere in this forum, and I'll do a search, but if anyone knows this information off the top of their head I'd appreciate the following: 1) What upgraded brakes do you recommend for a 2005 Acura TL? I hear the Brembo brand tossed around ... Read More

Acura TL vs. Nissan Maxima vs. TL-S

• Re: 2008 Acura TL vs. 2009 Nissan Maxima vs. 2008 TL-S [smlull163]

  Written by: izzyb213 on Aug 26, 2009 7:16:03 AM

  I have owned a 2001 TL, a 2005 TL and this last October I bought a 2008 TL TYPE-S & love it!!! Of course it is better than the '01 and it even tops the '05. The Type-S is black on black and I bought after market 18" wheels & Ecsta ASX tires & it handles like a dream especially with the stability control system. I'm 28 so more into the ... Read More

Acura TL Maintenance and Repair

• Re: 2005 Acura TL - What is starting to break [bejocund]

  Written by: camon on Jul 30, 2009 6:53:17 AM

  I can appreciate anyone who wants to take care of their car, just as they would take care of a family member, especially after paying so much for it; But, that maintenance schedule is on the extrerme upper level for the average owner. The average vehicle these days is built to go around 100,000 miles with only regular oil changes and the occasional service on wear items, like tires and brake ... Read More

• Re: 2005 Acura TL - What is starting to break [rvator4]

  Written by: gbosil on Jul 29, 2009 7:54:06 PM

  Dude you got RIPPED OFF :P

• Re: 2005 Acura TL - What is starting to break [bejocund]

  Written by: rvator4 on Jul 29, 2009 6:55:09 PM

  I must have been pretty negligent with my 2000 TL. I drove it for 70K miles in 9 years and my Grand Daughter has put another 15K on it in the past year and it wasn't in the garage except for oil and the tranny recall. I put brakes and rotors on it right before selling it to the GD but none of the things you mentioned were ever done on ... Read More

• 2005 Acura TL - What is starting to break

  Written by: bejocund on Jul 29, 2009 2:05:49 PM

  To : ALL 2005 Acura TL owners I wanted to start this post so that 2005 owners can inform each other what parts of their cars are starting to require replacement or repair. This way, all 2005 owners will know what they need to fix/replace before it breaks. - Alternator - Starter - Transmission - Suspension As for other parts, here is the maintenance schedule that I go by It's a ... Read More

Article Comments - 2009 Acura TL SH-AWD vs. 2009 Infiniti G37 Journey

• Re: Article Comments - 2009 Acura TL SH-AWD vs. 2009 Infiniti G37 Journey [sam_k]

  Written by: arobs on Jul 27, 2009 8:08:58 AM

  To Sam K- or anyone else I am interested in fully loaded G37 sedan AWD with Sport Package and the only car that i have found to come close to it is theACURA TL ( i wont buy German). thanks for sharing your thoughts on thecomparison.. i personally like the G's handling better but the TL's body is more attractive. I'm also debating whether to buy or lease ( i only ... Read More

Acura TL Bluetooth/HandsFree Link Problems

• Re: HFL in 2006 Acura TL NO Navi [eicotl]

  Written by: jth3 on May 27, 2009 7:59:00 PM

  I drive a 2005 MDX and been HF with Verizon for 3 years. Like you it's been fine until yesterday when it flat out stopped - no click, no interrupting the radio, no nothing. I called Acura CS and also talked with the HF department. They referred me back to the dealer. Things I did this evening - checked the fuses (two for HFL on the MDX.) HFL is paired with ... Read More

Acura TL Maintenance and Repair

• Re: Dealer issues [rvator4]

  Written by: mwhite336 on Apr 29, 2009 12:22:17 PM

  Hi, im looking to get a 2005 maybe 2006 acura TL and I was wondering are the services and repairs really expensive? Are the cars a lot to take care of? Because I have a 325ci BMW right now and it cost me an arm and a leg to take care of. Its to much, so I was thinking of trading my car in but then someone made a statement to ... Read More

Acura TL Lease Questions

• Lease question

  Written by: giants3 on Apr 24, 2009 7:16:26 AM

  I have a FICO of 745 and my wifes is higher. On my second TL lease, it is ending in one month, 2005 TL only 30k miles. I have been going back and forth with internet sales and can only get the advertised site lease. I have heard about the Acura money here and the higher tier on credit. Should I not qualify for all of the above. Also I am ... Read More

Acura TL Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Used Acura TL....

  Written by: toby08 on Apr 24, 2009 6:06:31 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 ... Read More

Acura TL Maintenance and Repair

• Where would you buy a reasonably priced 2005 Acural TL rim?

  Written by: strokeoluck2 on Feb 21, 2009 12:27:15 PM

  I've had my 2005 Acura TL for about four years now (bought it new) and still love it. But I must admit the wheel/tire situation gets a little frustrating every now and then. For the second time in the last couple years I need to replace one of my rims because it's bent. The last time I had this done in a different state the tire shop told me if I ... Read More

Acura TL 2009 +

• what's G?

  Written by: sweendogy on Jan 28, 2009 6:08:24 PM

  billyperks2 The G I did consider until I test drove it (G35x), I did like it but I think with about a year of ownership, buyers remorse would overcome me. wrong I have a 2007 G35x -the only remorse I have is it does not have an acura emblem.-cause i loved the service when I had a GS-R.. and the fact my job is prob going away in the next 3 ... Read More

Acura TL Lease Questions

• no title

  Written by: gator5000e on Dec 26, 2008 8:37:32 PM

  I just drove both cars today, back to back. The RL first and the TL second. I am leasing a 2005 RL right now. After the test rides, I just received lease offers on both cars, TL Tech lease (front wheel drive) and an RL with tech. The offer on the TL is as follows: MSRP - $39,445 Customer discount - $1,495 Selling Price: $37,950 Tax (6.5%) $2,366.99 Tag/Reg $350 Dealerr ... Read More

Acura TL Maintenance and Repair

• Re: Battery dead- the frustration continues [new2cars]

  Written by: camon on Dec 12, 2008 6:00:18 AM

  There are 162 posts on this site alone about TL battery problems, commencing with the 2004 model year; and, the problem appearently continues. Two friends of mine had the same battery problem in their brand new TL's, both had navigation systems. I have a 2005 TL without nav and fortunately its gone 4 years without a battery problem, sitting for weeks at a time. As I recall, first they thought it ... Read More