2001 Acura CL technical service bulletins

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

• Feb 23, 2024 Service bulletinTest
• Jan 10, 2018 Service bulletinServicenews article
• Sep 26, 2017 Service bulletinTech line summary article
• Aug 31, 2017 Service bulletinTech line summary article
• Aug 30, 2017 Service bulletinYou are required to install a remanufactured A/T (automatic transmission) and torque converter on any...
• Nov 23, 2016 Service bulletinNavigation system information.
• Mar 18, 2016 Service bulletinSpecial Tool Loan Program: Under TOOLS AVAILABLE FOR LOAN, the list has been updated.
• Dec 8, 2015 Service bulletinThis bulletin updates the troubleshooting procedures for DTC P1456 (evap control system leakage [fuel tank...
• Nov 1, 2010 Service bulletinAcura: there are guidelines for various situations and procedures including: tire pressure valve stem...
• May 31, 2008 Service bulletinLoad carrying capacity reduced label for all acura vehicles.
• Feb 5, 2008 Service bulletinAcura service campaign: warranty extension: opds unit or opds sensor triggers SRS dtc's 15-1, 15-2, 15-3
• Feb 5, 2008 Service bulletin3.2 tl and 3.2 cl automatic transmission
• Jan 29, 2008 Service bulletinAccelerator pedal hard to press
• Mar 16, 2007 Service bulletinRough idle, stalls at stops, and dtc's P0172 or P0175 appear when inspected
• Jan 20, 2006 Service bulletinRemote audio controls do not work properly
• Sep 16, 2005 Service bulletinHomelink won't program with aftermarket remotes
• Sep 1, 2005 Service bulletinDon't invite problems doing 2ND gear inspection
• Jul 1, 2005 Service bulletinSpeedometer shops CAN transfer odometer mileage
• Jun 24, 2005 Service bulletinRear stabilizer link is broken
• May 16, 2005 Service bulletinCranks won't start, immobilizer light flashes
• May 16, 2005 Service bulletinCanon A75 digital camera replacement
• Apr 29, 2005 Service bulletinSeat-back panel is loose or detached
• Jan 16, 2005 Service bulletinReplacement or updated navigation dvd disks
• Jan 1, 2005 Service bulletinP1706 a/t switch short or open
• Nov 10, 2004 Service bulletinSafety recall: cl and tl automatic transmission second gear inspection
• Oct 1, 2004 Service bulletinHow to replenish atf on vehicles with a/t oil jet kits
• Oct 1, 2004 Service bulletinHow to remove a stubborn atf filler bolt
• Oct 1, 2004 Service bulletinA/t solenoid replacement criteria
• Oct 1, 2004 Service bulletinCamera fixture retainer knobs now available
• Sep 16, 2004 Service bulletinPoor fuel economy
• Sep 16, 2004 Service bulletinAutomatic transmission solenoid replacement criteria
• Sep 16, 2004 Service bulletinAutomatic transmission fluid (ATF) filler plug stuck in case
• Sep 1, 2004 Service bulletinReplacing navigation system dvd's CAN cause dvd disk error
• Sep 1, 2004 Service bulletinThe beverage holder lid doesn't close evenly
• Aug 16, 2004 Service bulletinNavigation error message-dvd disk read error
• Aug 16, 2004 Service bulletinCanon digital camera loan program
• Aug 3, 2004 Service bulletinDeformed windshield molding
• Aug 1, 2004 Service bulletinStore digital inspection photos for warranty claims for service bulletin (s/b) 04-013, safety recall,...
• Aug 1, 2004 Service bulletinUsing the correct flash setting for digital inspection photos
• Jul 16, 2004 Service bulletinNavigation system won't map match or gets lost
• Jul 1, 2004 Service bulletinCampaign announcement and stop sale order update
• Jun 16, 2004 Service bulletinIf navigation system intermittently displays the message, database old see your dealer, apply the...
• May 16, 2004 Service bulletinDiagnostic trouble code P0780 after solenoid or transmission r&r
• May 1, 2004 Service bulletinAudio unit and navi anti-theft codes available on in
• May 1, 2004 Service bulletinUse the honda diagnostic system to read SRS diagnostic trouble codes
• Apr 23, 2004 Service bulletinSRS indicator comes on with SRS diagnostic trouble code
• Apr 1, 2004 Service bulletinSRS indicator on after body shop repair
• Apr 1, 2004 Service bulletinRepairing atf leaks under warranty
• Apr 1, 2004 Service bulletinDon't test-drive with the malfunction indicator lamp or d indicator on
• Feb 20, 2004 Service bulletinV6 engine oil leaks
• Feb 2, 2004 Service bulletinBroken head bolt(s)
• Dec 1, 2003 Service bulletinDon't reuse old atf fluid) warmer on reman a/t (automatic transmission) sc
• Dec 1, 2003 Service bulletinAtf (automatic transmission fluid) leaks from cooler line banjo bolt
• Oct 17, 2003 Service bulletinBrake system indicator comes on and goes off
• Oct 16, 2003 Service bulletinHumming, growling sound from transmission
• Oct 16, 2003 Service bulletinHeater blower motor overheats or blows fuse
• Oct 7, 2003 Service bulletinNavigation system displays u.s
• Sep 22, 2003 Service bulletinPowertrain control module (PCM) replacement
• Sep 16, 2003 Service bulletinDiagnostic trouble code (DTC) P0128 or P1486, thermostat range/performance
• Sep 16, 2003 Service bulletinWarranty extension transmission diagnosis
• Sep 1, 2003 Service bulletinUnderstanding outside air temperature indicator logic
• Sep 1, 2003 Service bulletinTire noise and/or wind noise CAN masquerade as a problem with automatic transmission gears
• Aug 18, 2003 Service bulletinWarranty extension - 3.2TL and 3.2CL automatic transmission
• Aug 1, 2003 Service bulletinChecking for a hole before installing a remanufactured transmission
• Jun 16, 2003 Service bulletinA faulty aft temperature sensor or a problem with the atf temperature sensor circuit CAN cause diagnostic...
• Jun 16, 2003 Service bulletinIf diagnostic trouble codes P0758, P0763 or P1758 are retained or the shifting is erratic after installing...
• Jun 16, 2003 Service bulletinInformation on remembering navigation system personal identification number (PIN)
• Jun 1, 2003 Service bulletinInformation on finding a vehicle's emission type or group
• Jun 1, 2003 Service bulletinEngine runs rough from 40 to 70 mph with diagnostic trouble codes P0301 thru P0306, P1399, P0133 set -...
• Jun 1, 2003 Service bulletinMultiple diagnostic trouble codes after transmission removal and replacement
• Jun 1, 2003 Service bulletinDiagnostic trouble code P0710 (aft temperature sensor) set - troubleshooting tips
• May 12, 2003 Service bulletinBrake pedal, steering wheel, or vehicle vibrates while braking
• Apr 21, 2003 Service bulletinHeadlight housing may break off in a minor accident
• Apr 1, 2003 Service bulletinUsing an auxiliary headlight bracket after an accident - information
• Apr 1, 2003 Service bulletinDiagnostic trouble code (DTC) P1656 or DTC 83-1 after doing service bulletin 03-002
• Feb 24, 2003 Service bulletinAutomatic transmission warranty extension
• Jan 27, 2003 Service bulletinMalfunction indicator lamp comes on with diagnostic trouble code P1457 evap bypass solenoid valve failure
• Jan 20, 2003 Service bulletinThe 3RD gear clutch pack in the automatic transmission may be worn
• Jan 13, 2003 Service bulletinInspection of automatic transmissions with data trouble code P0710 displayed
• Jan 1, 2003 Service bulletinSRS indicator comes on after body shop repair
• Dec 16, 2002 Service bulletinStraining the automatic transmission fluid to diagnose automatic transmissions
• Dec 16, 2002 Service bulletinPower seat noisy or moves slowly
• Nov 16, 2002 Service bulletinTroubleshooting ABS or tcs diagnostic trouble code 51 and/or 53
• Nov 16, 2002 Service bulletinPower steering belt tension adjustment
• Nov 16, 2002 Service bulletinOdometer accuracy
• Nov 16, 2002 Service bulletinSRS warning light on after body shop repair
• Nov 1, 2002 Service bulletinAir conditioning (a/c) compressor control logic
• Nov 1, 2002 Service bulletinCeiling light, ignition key beeper foil keyless entry
• Oct 16, 2002 Service bulletinThe compact ABS/tcs (modulator, pump, and accumulator all in one) system does a self-check (a brief grunt...
• Oct 16, 2002 Service bulletinA/c compressor control logic
• Oct 16, 2002 Service bulletinKeyless remote transmitter inoperative,
• Oct 16, 2002 Service bulletinIntermittent sra diagnostic trouble code 1-1 to 1-5, driver's airbag inflator circuit
• Oct 7, 2002 Service bulletinLower console compartment lid does not stay latched
• Oct 1, 2002 Service bulletinPoor air conditioner cooling on hard acceleration
• Oct 1, 2002 Service bulletinClearing antilock braking system diagnostic trouble codes
• Sep 1, 2002 Service bulletinOutside temperature indicator logic
• Aug 1, 2002 Service bulletinSubject regarding faulty beverage holder covers
• Jul 16, 2002 Service bulletinInformation on diagnosing SRS diagnostic trouble code 6-7 and / or 7-2 internal failure of SRS unit
• Jul 16, 2002 Service bulletinSubject regarding synchronizing cup holder covers
• Jul 15, 2002 Service bulletinSubject regarding SRS indicator on with SRS diagnostic trouble codes 15-1, 15-2, and 15-3
• Jul 1, 2002 Service bulletinSubject regarding torque specifications missing for timing belt tensioner
• Jun 16, 2002 Service bulletinSubject regarding pgm tester misfire counter
• Jun 16, 2002 Service bulletinSubject regarding timing belt tensioner bolt torque specification
• May 16, 2002 Service bulletinInformation on servicing erratic shifting, slipping, and flare at upshifts
• May 16, 2002 Service bulletinConcerns with automatic transmission fluid leak at axle seals, roaring noise, erratic shifting
• Apr 22, 2002 Service bulletinInformation regarding squeaks heard from the moonroof seal while driving with the glass closed and the...
• Apr 1, 2002 Service bulletinInformation on servicing the odometer, sport shift indicator illumination inoperative
• Mar 11, 2002 Service bulletinInformation regarding seat back panel repair kit
• Mar 4, 2002 Service bulletinVehicles may experience seat back panel becoming loose or detached
• Mar 1, 2002 Service bulletinSome 2000 mdx models as well as other models may exhibit brief hesitation when accelerating at high engine...
• Mar 1, 2002 Service bulletinInformation on trouble shooting multiple misfire diagnostic trouble codes P0301 thru P0306
• Jan 1, 2002 Service bulletinInformation on troubleshooting diagnostic trouble codes P1705, P1768, P0753, P0758
• Dec 6, 2001 Service bulletinInformation regarding the heater valve cable sometimes disconnects at the air mix control linkage
• Nov 1, 2001 Service bulletinInformation regarding navigation display not centered
• Oct 29, 2001 Service bulletinBrake pedal pulse
• Oct 16, 2001 Service bulletinSubject regarding speed sensor plug missing
• Oct 16, 2001 Service bulletinSubject regarding safety restraint system diagnostic trouble code 5-1 through 8-3, internal safety...
• Oct 16, 2001 Service bulletinSubject regarding cranks, won't start with type II immobilizer system
• Sep 24, 2001 Service bulletinVehicles may experience burned out road lamp bulb
• Sep 16, 2001 Service bulletinSubject regarding driver's power window auto-down inoperative
• Sep 10, 2001 Service bulletinSubject pertaining to malfunction indicator lamp comes with diagnostic trouble code P0128 or P1486
• Sep 1, 2001 Service bulletinSubject regarding SRS light on after opds control unit replacement
• Aug 27, 2001 Service bulletinExhibiting muffler paint peeling
• Aug 7, 2001 Service bulletinCustomers may complain of squeak and rattle complaints
• Aug 1, 2001 Service bulletinSubject regarding SRS diagnostic trouble code
• Jul 16, 2001 Service bulletinSubject regarding with navigation skystem - rear window tint application tips
• Jul 2, 2001 Service bulletinVehicles may experience wipers streaking or smearing the windshield
• Jun 11, 2001 Service bulletinConcerns with malfunction indicator lamp coming on with diagnostic trouble code
• Jun 1, 2001 Service bulletinSubject regarding s/m fix: vsa neutral position memorization
• Jun 1, 2001 Service bulletinSubject regarding climate control display changes intermittently
• Jun 1, 2001 Service bulletinThe front and rear motor mounts make a thump noise when the engine is first started after sitting for...
• Jun 1, 2001 Service bulletinSubject regarding SRS DTC 15-3, faulty opds sensor code
• Jun 1, 2001 Service bulletinSubject regarding the driver's position memory position system,dpms, CAN recall two different driver's...
• Mar 30, 2001 Service bulletinAmerican honda, honda of america manufacturing, and delphi will conduct the return of certain delphi batteries
• Mar 16, 2001 Service bulletinInformation on vehicles exhibiting diagnostic trouble code P1486 and / or P0128 thermostat performance
• Mar 12, 2001 Service bulletinThe SRS indicator is on and diagnostic trouble code 15-3 (faulty opds sensor) is set
• Mar 1, 2001 Service bulletinSubject regarding traction control system (TCS) operation
• Mar 1, 2001 Service bulletinSubject regarding automatic transaxle clutch pressure switch
• Mar 1, 2001 Service bulletinStability assist activating too soon
• Mar 1, 2001 Service bulletinInformation on the navigation system 4-DIGIT security code
• Mar 1, 2001 Service bulletinInformation on troubleshooting navigation system dvd read error message
• Feb 26, 2001 Service bulletinOn some vehicles, the radiator fan and / or the condenser fan runs continuously; or, if the fan(s) ran...
• Feb 1, 2001 Service bulletinSubject regarding current variable intermittent wipers speed sensitive
• Feb 1, 2001 Service bulletinInformation on troubleshooting diagnostic trouble code P0138
• Jan 15, 2001 Service bulletinSome vehicles within certain VIN ranges may exhibit excessive cranking to start the engine after the...
• Jan 1, 2001 Service bulletinTech line summary regarding air cleaner severe conditions maintenance schedule
• Jan 1, 2001 Service bulletinTech line summary regarding the traction control system
• Jan 1, 2001 Service bulletinTech line summary regarding the intermittent wiper feature
• Jan 1, 2001 Service bulletinInformation on replacing seat belt tensioners after deployment
• Jan 1, 2001 Service bulletinBrief information regarding blank navigation display condition
• Nov 27, 2000 Service bulletinOn all 1999-01 3.2TL, 2001 3.2CL and 2001 mdx model vehicles, the moonroof seal squeaks against the roof...
• Nov 13, 2000 Service bulletinSome 2000 3.2TL and 2001 3.2CL model vehicles may exhibit the SRS light on with diagnostic trouble code...
• Nov 1, 2000 Service bulletinSubject pertaining to the latest navigation system dvd software for 2001 3.2CL, 2001 mdx, 2000 - 2001...
• Nov 1, 2000 Service bulletinInformation on the navigation system coverage area for 2001 3.2CL, 2001 mdx, 2000 - 2001 3.2TL and 2000 -...
• Nov 1, 2000 Service bulletinOn some vehicles, the pgm tester does not recognize side airbags
• Oct 1, 2000 Service bulletinSubject regarding P1259 after bare block replacement for 2001 3.2CL, 2001 mdx, 1999 - 2001 3.2TL and 1997...
• Oct 1, 2000 Service bulletinInformation on windshield wiper smearing and streaking
• Oct 1, 2000 Service bulletinOn some vehicles, faulty front and rear water passage gaskets at the front cylinder head CAN cause a...
• Oct 1, 2000 Service bulletinSubject regarding etm fix - keyless receiver location
• Feb 1, 2000 Service bulletinBrief information on troubleshooting the engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor
• Feb 1, 2000 Service bulletinInformation on programming the immobilizer keys