1999 Acura TL technical service bulletins
144 technical service bulletins and manufacturer communications cover the 1999 Acura TL.
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Emission certification labels that were replaced on a small number of vehicles may have been replaced with...
- Dealer message
- You are required to install a remanufactured A/T (automatic transmission) and torque converter on any...
- Sending vehicle data to tech line.
- Special Tool Loan Program: Under TOOLS AVAILABLE FOR LOAN, the list has been updated.
- This bulletin updates the troubleshooting procedures for DTC P1456 (evap control system leakage [fuel tank...
- Acura: there are guidelines for various situations and procedures including: tire pressure valve stem...
- 3.2 tl and 3.2 cl automatic transmission
- Rough idle, stalls at stops, and dtc's P0172 or P0175 appear when inspected
- Remote audio controls do not work properly
- Homelink won't program with aftermarket remotes
- Speedometer shops CAN transfer odometer mileage
- Rear stabilizer link is broken
- Cranks won't start, immobilizer light flashes
- Seat-back panel is loose or detached
- P1706 a/t switch short or open
- Door sash trim is fading
- Blower motor noise
- A/t solenoid replacement criteria
- Poor fuel economy
- Automatic transmission solenoid replacement criteria
- The beverage holder lid doesn't close evenly
- Deformed windshield molding
- Navigation system won't map match or gets lost
- Audio unit and navi anti-theft codes available on in
- Use the honda diagnostic system to read SRS diagnostic trouble codes
- SRS indicator on after body shop repair
- Repairing atf leaks under warranty
- Don't test-drive with the malfunction indicator lamp or d indicator on
- Navi hdds replaced with flash memory cards
- V6 engine oil leaks
- Broken head bolt(s)
- Safety recall: ignition switch key interlock
- Atf (automatic transmission fluid) leaks from cooler line banjo bolt
- Malfunction indicator lamp is on with diagnostic trouble code P0420 (catalyst system efficiency below...
- Recall campaign for certain cls and tls equipped with automatic transmission to all sales, service and...
- Brake system indicator comes on and goes off
- Humming, growling sound from transmission
- Testing brake fluid for petroleum contamination
- Heater blower motor overheats or blows fuse
- Warranty extension transmission diagnosis
- Letter to service manager regarding ignition switch recall campaign
- Understanding outside air temperature indicator logic
- Tire noise and/or wind noise CAN masquerade as a problem with automatic transmission gears
- Warranty extension - 3.2TL and 3.2CL automatic transmission
- Checking for a hole before installing a remanufactured transmission
- Automatic transmission warranty extension announcement
- Information on remembering navigation system personal identification number (PIN)
- Information on finding a vehicle's emission type or group
- Brake pedal, steering wheel, or vehicle vibrates while braking
- Brake pedal position switch test - service manual fix
- Malfunction indicator lamp comes on with diagnostic trouble code P1457 evap bypass solenoid valve failure
- SRS indicator comes on after body shop repair
- Straining the automatic transmission fluid to diagnose automatic transmissions
- Power seat noisy or moves slowly
- Troubleshooting ABS or tcs diagnostic trouble code 51 and/or 53
- Power steering belt tension adjustment
- The homelink system may have test information stored in memory that must be erased before it CAN be programmed
- Odometer accuracy
- SRS warning light on after body shop repair
- Air conditioning (a/c) compressor control logic
- Ceiling light, ignition key beeper foil keyless entry
- The compact ABS/tcs (modulator, pump, and accumulator all in one) system does a self-check (a brief grunt...
- A/c compressor control logic
- Keyless remote transmitter inoperative,
- Intermittent sra diagnostic trouble code 1-1 to 1-5, driver's airbag inflator circuit
- Reconnecting accessories after ignition switch recall
- Poor air conditioner cooling on hard acceleration
- Clearing antilock braking system diagnostic trouble codes
- Outside temperature indicator logic
- Body clip removal tip
- Buffeting noise with rear window(s) open
- Service manual fix regarding automatic transmission gear ratios
- Subject regarding faulty beverage holder covers
- Subject regarding synchronizing cup holder covers
- Subject regarding torque specifications missing for timing belt tensioner
- Subject regarding timing belt tensioner bolt torque specification
- Concerns with automatic transmission fluid leak at axle seals, roaring noise, erratic shifting
- Information regarding squeaks heard from the moonroof seal while driving with the glass closed and the...
- Information on servicing the odometer, sport shift indicator illumination inoperative
- Information regarding seat back panel repair kit
- Vehicles may experience seat back panel becoming loose or detached
- Some 2000 mdx models as well as other models may exhibit brief hesitation when accelerating at high engine...
- Information on trouble shooting multiple misfire diagnostic trouble codes P0301 thru P0306
- Information on troubleshooting diagnostic trouble codes P1705, P1768, P0753, P0758
- Information regarding EGR port clogging
- Information regarding noise from the power steering pump
- Information regarding navigation display not centered
- Brake pedal pulse
- Information regarding warranty extension, on exhaust gas recirculation port clogging
- Subject regarding speed sensor plug missing
- Subject regarding safety restraint system diagnostic trouble code 5-1 through 8-3, internal safety...
- Subject regarding cranks, won't start with type II immobilizer system
- Information on warranty extension on EGR system clogging
- Subject regarding driver's power window auto-down inoperative
- Subject regarding SRS light on after opds control unit replacement
- Exhibiting muffler paint peeling
- Subject regarding with navigation skystem - rear window tint application tips
- Vehicles may experience wipers streaking or smearing the windshield
- The front and rear motor mounts make a thump noise when the engine is first started after sitting for...
- Subject regarding alarm sunds intermittently sounds by itself
- American honda, honda of america manufacturing, and delphi will conduct the return of certain delphi batteries
- A condition may exist where the panic alarm sounds without being activated by the remote transmitter
- Subject regarding traction control system (TCS) operation
- Subject regarding current variable intermittent wipers speed sensitive
- This bulletin addresses noise condition from the power steering pump
- On some vehicles, the panic alarm sounds without being activated by the remote transmitter
- Tech line summary regarding the traction control system
- Tech line summary regarding the intermittent wiper feature
- Brief information regarding blank navigation display condition
- On all 1999-01 3.2TL, 2001 3.2CL and 2001 mdx model vehicles, the moonroof seal squeaks against the roof...
- Subject regarding P1259 after bare block replacement for 2001 3.2CL, 2001 mdx, 1999 - 2001 3.2TL and 1997...
- Subject regarding P0401, low (EGR) exhaust gas recirculation flow
- Customer may comment that the vehicle clunks when turning or going over bumps
- Experiencing creaking noise from the accessory moonroof visor
- Customers may comment on squeaks from the driver's seat when the driver moves in it, and / or the seat...
- Some vehicles may exhibit ABS and tcs indicators coming on with dtcs 28, 81 (TCS) and / or 52, 53, 54, 81...
- A condition may exist where the rear door sash trim is wrinkled on vehicles built from VIN 19UUA56 ..
- Information on programming the immobilizer keys
- Brief information on replacing a leaky torque converter seal
- Brief information on the navigation system
- Experiencing a squeaking noise from the rear console
- Some cusotmers may complain that the cd tray will not stay closed on vehicles within VIN 19UUA5...XA035560
- Subject pertaining to doors locking erratically caused by an open (ungrounded) circuit in the door...
- This bulletin informs techinicians not to test drive automatic transmissions on a lift
- Service manual revision made to show 5W-30 motor oil being used in the timing belt auto-tensioner
- Glossy tape wrinkling on some right rear doors
- Some vehicles may exhibit an inaccurate fuel gauge when the tank is between 1/2 and full, and / or the...
- Some customers may comment that the keyless entry does not work in certain areas
- Information regarding the navigation system warranty exchange program
- Information on the navigation system component exchange program
- Information on the navigation system locking up or resetting
- Customer may complain of fast or early upshifts, shift harshness, delay flaring or slippage
- Concerns with popping noise heard from the center vent area when the airflow mode changes from the floor...
- Subject regarding meter panel and steering column cover removal
- Customer may complain that the security system sounds when vehicle is parked and the doors are unlocked...
- ABS and tcs indicators are on and tcs DTC 28 is set
- Concerns regarding the light leaks coming from glove box with the headlights on
- Concerns with the ABS and tcs indicators are on; tcs DTC 28 is set. yc
- A scraping noise is heard when turning the steering wheel on vehicles with VIN #s 19UUA5 thru XA006723
- Security horn sounds weak
- (1)CORRECTING an off-center steering wheel at new car preparation. (2) squeaky console armrest (3)...
- E-mail information regarding non-safety related problems
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