Acura TL Not Shifting Gears: Causes and Fixes

The Acura TL is a great car that can last many miles with no issue. However, like any vehicle, it can face issues and malfunctions from time to time. One such problem that can occur in the TL is the tendency to not shift gears properly. When this happens, the first thing you should do … Read more

Acura TL Torque Converter Shuddering Causes

Your Acura TL’s torque converter is responsible for connecting and disconnecting the engine from the transmission, transferring power smoothly. When this process fails, it can lead to torque converter shudder. Causes of shuddering can include worn torque converter clutches or the gradual application of the torque converter clutch, which may result in shuddering at varying … Read more

Acura TL Radio Stopped Working: Causes + How to Fix

Has the radio in your Acura TL stopped working?  If so, there are three common causes for this issue.  They are a blown fuse, loose or corroded wiring, and a problem with the radio itself. If your radio comes on but isn’t working, this article will cover that too: Please jump to the section that’s … Read more

Acura TL Rattling Coming From Behind: Causes + Diagnosis

If you hear your Acura TL rattling when going over bumps, this sound could be caused by various issues, from minor to more serious.  Here, we’ll explore the potential causes of the rattling sound in your car and offer possible solutions. The most common reason for a rattling noise when hitting bumps is a loose … Read more

Acura TL Parking Brake Stuck: Causes + How to Fix

There’s nothing worse than finding out your Acura TL’s parking brake is stuck, especially when you’re ready for the day. The good news is this problem can be easily fixed with some simple steps. In this article, we’ll discuss the causes of a stuck parking brake in the Acura TL and how to get your … Read more

Acura TL Heater Only Works While Driving: 5 Common Causes

If your Acura TL’s heat only works when driving, there are five leading causes you should check.  They are low coolant, air pockets, a bad heater core, an airlocked cooling system, and a malfunctioning thermostat. We’ll start with the easy-to-check common problems and work our way to the harder-to-deal-with rarer issues that could be affecting … Read more

Acura TL Check Engine Light On: Why and What to Do

The check engine is the most common warning light that appears in the Acura TL’s instrument cluster.  Well over half of this site’s content is related to solving the various reasons why the check engine light comes on. The good news is that the check engine light indicates that there are Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) … Read more

Acura TL Soft Brake Pedal Causes

If your Acura TL has a soft brake pedal, it is a sign of a serious brake system issue. It’s usually caused by air entering the system in some way through a leak.  This article covers the six most common causes of a soft brake pedal as well as a solid diagnostic order if you … Read more

Acura TL Alarm Keeps Going Off: Causes + How to Fix

Your Acura TL’s alarm system is designed to detect potential intruders, keep its contents safe, and keep them from driving your car away. However, it is not uncommon for a car alarm to go off, or keep going off, for no apparent reason– also known as false or “nuisance alarms”.  This article will discuss some … Read more

Acura TL Key Fob Not Working: 5 Common Causes

If your Acura TL’s key fob is not working, the most common reason is a dead battery. Followed by water damage or fob failure.  Below, we’ve listed everything you need to do to get your car’s fob working again. A dead battery is the most common reason a Acura TL’s key fob fails. Table of … Read more