Acura RL P0463: Fuel Level Sensor Circuit → High Input

  P0463 is a moderately common OBDII trouble code that can occur in your Acura RL.  It indicates that the vehicles computer has detected an inaccurate fuel level reading.  It shouldn’t affect the drivability of your RL, but it can be inconvenient. Your RL will get the P0463 code when the signal coming from the … Read more

Acura RL: Backfiring Causes

  One of the more jarring vehicle problems that you can experience is a backfire.  It sounds like a shotgun blast and can scare you if you’re not prepared for it.  If your Acura RL is backfiring, common causes include improper engine timing, bad spark plugs, engine running rich, and plug wires (if so equipped). … Read more

Acura RL:  Oil in Coolant Diagnosis

If you’ve recently checked your Acura RL’s coolant, and it looks almost like it has butter in it, then you probably have oil in it.  Oil in your coolant is most often caused by a blown head gasket. It can also be caused by a cracked head or even a bad radiator (well sorta, you’d … Read more

Acura RL:  Overheating → Symptoms + Causes

One of the worst problems that can happen to your Acura RL is overheating.  Common symptoms of overheating include smoke coming from under the hood, a pegged temperature gauge, and (eventually) a blown head gasket. If your RL is overheating, stop driving it immediately to avoid damaging the engine. Ignoring an overheating engine can lead … Read more

Acura RL: Window Won’t Go Up Diagnosis

Your Acura RL’s windows protect you from the elements, and they protect the interior from damage.  If your window won’t go up, there are a few common issues that can cause this problem.  These include a blown fuse, bad window motor, wiring issues, and the switch.     Power Window Won’t Go Up Causes:  Acura RL … Read more

Acura RL:  Brake Fluid Leak Causes & Diagnosis

  Your Acura RL’s brake system is the most important safety feature on the vehicle.  Without a reliable braking system, it is dangerous to keep driving your RL.  A brake fluid leak is a serious problem.  It is usually caused by a failure of a seal, brake line, master cylinder reservoir, and a few other … Read more

Acura RL: Check Gas Cap Diagnosis

Your Acura RL‘s fuel cap is part of it’s emissions system.  It keeps fuel vapor from escaping out of the fuel filler neck.  The check fuel cap typically will appear if the fuel cap is bad, or if it has not been tightened all the way. What Your RL’s Gas Cap Does The RL’s gas … Read more

Acura RL Bad Ignition Switch: Symptoms, Causes, + How to Fix

Your Acura RL‘s ignition switch is one of the most vital items on the entire vehicle.  If it fails, the entire vehicle won’t be able to run.  We’ve compiled some of the most common symptoms of a bad ignition switch.  These include stalling issues, not starting, and no power to the radio or accessories. Function of an … Read more

Acura RL Bad Throttle Body: Symptoms + Diagnosis

If your Acura RL has a faulty throttle body, it can cause it to run terribly.  Common symptoms of a bad throttle body include dirt and grime, the check engine light, and an erratic idle. Your RL’s throttle body controls the amount of air that enters the engine.  You control the throttle body position with … Read more

Acura RL: Bad Thermostat → Symptoms & Diagnosis

The thermostat in your Acura RL’s engine plays a crucial role in regulating its temperature. A malfunctioning thermostat may lead to various issues and should be dealt with immediately. Some of the most common symptoms of a bad thermostat are no heat, a spiked temp gauge, a blown head gasket, and more. A thermostat failure … Read more