2004 tune up
12-12-2009, 03:32 PM
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2004 tune up
I just bought a 2004 Acura tl and I'm wanting to do some maintenance work on it. I wana get a tune up but don't wana spend that money. What exactly should I look at and whAt does a tune up consist of?
12-14-2009, 02:38 PM
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You don't necessarily need that much done. Check your transmission fluid, if its brown, than you need to change it ASAP. Check fluid levels. Check MID if you need a oil change.
Our cars does not need a "tune up" per say, the only time you need a "tune-up" is at the 105k plateau when you have to change the timing belt, water bump, tensioners, etc...
Our cars does not need a "tune up" per say, the only time you need a "tune-up" is at the 105k plateau when you have to change the timing belt, water bump, tensioners, etc...
12-14-2009, 02:47 PM
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its ready for Seafoam- see DIY/Garage section for that- 20 bucks
then a week later new NGK Iridium spark plugs- 6 of them- under 10 bucks each at local parts stores- it matters if you have a type S, different heat range so tell the counter person
air filter- K&N for lifetime use or 25 for paper filter from parts store
CABIN air filter- probably never done- easy diy- do every year!
change oil and filter- good to run some seafoam thru oil then change to really start fresh with the maitenance
60k maitenenace in general is fluids -brake fluid, ps fluid, trans fluid, all easy DIYs
make sure to register with acura 1-800-382-2238x5, as a new owner
ask if all recalls taken care of
then a week later new NGK Iridium spark plugs- 6 of them- under 10 bucks each at local parts stores- it matters if you have a type S, different heat range so tell the counter person
air filter- K&N for lifetime use or 25 for paper filter from parts store
CABIN air filter- probably never done- easy diy- do every year!
change oil and filter- good to run some seafoam thru oil then change to really start fresh with the maitenance
60k maitenenace in general is fluids -brake fluid, ps fluid, trans fluid, all easy DIYs
make sure to register with acura 1-800-382-2238x5, as a new owner
ask if all recalls taken care of
12-15-2009, 12:31 AM
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everyone should register there- its customer care if you have a problem- it sends out recalls notes to last known owner, and can answer many questions about your car
There is an acura website to register with too, can store radio security codes and keep online maitenance log if you choose too
There is an acura website to register with too, can store radio security codes and keep online maitenance log if you choose too
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12-15-2009, 01:49 AM
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The radio code storage would be nice. I don't plan on losing my card but the local dealership likes to charge for simple things, such as providing you with the code.
12-15-2009, 09:23 AM
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^ I hate that nickel & dime tactic that some shops do.
12-15-2009, 09:33 AM
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In addition to what others have said, check to see the last time brake fluid was changed.
12-15-2009, 10:14 AM
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just go ahead and change the brake fluid - chances are it hasnt been done in the last year or 5
for 10 bucks or less for fluid- and 45 minutes of your time (with a helper) it
restores firm pedal feel and gets rid of dangerous moisture and rust from the system
wiki hygroscopic and you will run to the parts store for 2 qts DOT4 spec brake fluid
your choice plain or synthetic
for 10 bucks or less for fluid- and 45 minutes of your time (with a helper) it
restores firm pedal feel and gets rid of dangerous moisture and rust from the system
wiki hygroscopic and you will run to the parts store for 2 qts DOT4 spec brake fluid
your choice plain or synthetic
12-16-2009, 05:52 PM
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My TL has the radio and Nav codes stickers on left side of the glovebox when you open it. I dunno if they do that with all of them.
12-16-2009, 06:26 PM
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acura used to have a free owner book link- but now it takes you to a PAY per use/membership site for tech info- parts lookup- lost radio code lookup, tech bulletins etc
And its more than a nickel to use!
https://techinfo.honda.com/rjanisis/logon.asp
unbelievable~
And its more than a nickel to use!
https://techinfo.honda.com/rjanisis/logon.asp
unbelievable~
12-16-2009, 11:36 PM
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acura used to have a free owner book link- but now it takes you to a PAY per use/membership site for tech info- parts lookup- lost radio code lookup, tech bulletins etc
And its more than a nickel to use!
https://techinfo.honda.com/rjanisis/logon.asp
unbelievable~
And its more than a nickel to use!
https://techinfo.honda.com/rjanisis/logon.asp
unbelievable~
12-17-2009, 01:07 AM
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it sucks but they are also opening up info we couldnt readily get before
a 3 day pass or a 1 day in a situation like digging into the console to fix heating ducts or the like is worth a few bucks for my frustration
a 3 day pass or a 1 day in a situation like digging into the console to fix heating ducts or the like is worth a few bucks for my frustration
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