Hey guys,

Just posting to say hello and say I'm now an owner of an 08 TL-S. It has 35k miles on it, NBP w/ Black interior. I'll try to post some pictures later on.

I previously had an 04 TSX, moved to an 07 Mazdaspeed 3, then this. All great cars.

I tried very hard to find something wrong with it by now but can't say i found many problems with it yet. I got confused with my Nav not dimming at night but found the solution by a search, it was easy enough lol.

Just wondering what should i be looking at for maintenance at this mileage for this car. Searched a bit and is Redline Full synthetic 5w-20 + OEM filter and Redline ATF (Racing one?) a good combo? There's a wealth of info here so you get lost a little sometimes.

Anyway, looking forward to my next Acura.

 

congratz on the new car!!!

 

i bought my used 08 base TL with 30k on the odometer..

decided to set a base line when it comes to maintenance so i changed my engine air filter, cabin air filter, oil.

man the cabin air filter was dirty as hell, and my car had about 33k when i changed it... i suggest you do the same.

engine air filter was also pretty dirty.

the people i bought the car from claimed they changed the engine oil, but i decided to change it anyways. that way i know for sure. i went with mobil 1 ep 5w-30 the first time around (car asks for 5w-20, but 5w-30 won't hurt)

you should also get around to changing your 3rd and 4th gear pressure switches also... i'm sitting at about 39k right now. waiting to hit 40k before i do my switches, redline racing atf, and new engine oil.

 

Congrats on the 08 TL-S. Almost identical to my 08 NBP with the exception of the transmission. As far as oil I dont know why everyone wants to use redline. Its probably more expensive, its not readily available like Mobile One, and I personally wasnt thrilled with it when my friend used it in his mustang (engine was signficantly louder with that oil. He drained it out immediately and went back to M1). I say just use the 5 quart jug of M1 synthetic 5W20 from any walmart for 21 bucks. Cant go wrong and its proven!
As for tranny fluid for the auto I say go with OEM Honda fluid. I stuck with OEM air filter as well.
The oil filter I recommend either original Honda filter or Mobile One makes good filters as well.

Hope this helps.

James

 

Cool, i was thinking of changing pretty much the same thing. Cabin filter doesn't seem so bad, nor is oil.

This is my first AT car so the pressure switches is new to me. Where do you guys usually buy OEM stuff online? I know Mazda's had great places for that.

 

contact "AckTL05" he can usually get you good prices for oem acura parts. alot of members got the a-spec lip kit through him. as well as other parts

 

Congrats on the Type S upgrade-enjoy!




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Welcome aboard!

I wish I had a Type-S =P

 

people speak of redline referring to the transmission fluid, not the engine oil. the auto tranny NEEDS it

 

NBP Type-S is a great upgrade!! Congrats on the pickup!!

 

Stick with Mobile 1 or another reputable synthetic for your engine oil. It's less expensive and more accessible and does a great job.

The transmission fluid is what you want to use the Redline for. I would recommend against using the OEM fluid. Some people still say use OEM but a lot of people on the site stay as far from it as they can and use Redline Racing fluid, and I'm one of those people. Do some searching and read up and decide for yourself. Good luck!

 

Congrats Check out the 3G garage for tons of info. Also register your TL at www.myacura.com. Save your Navi and Radio codes there.

 

Congrats man, just got an 07 NBP Type S 2 weeks ago. Where did you get the engine air filter and how much, if I may ask?

 

They're around $15-$20. Really easy to change.

 

Congrats on the Type-S. That's a very nice ride. Welcome to the TL familia.

 

Welcome and congrats!

 

welcome & congrats on the car

 

Appreciate it guys! Bought some OEM rubber floor mats (you can see the fail on the floor in the pics lol) and some PIAA wipers.

Here are some pics:

 

Speaking of floor mats, I realized that I never threw away the rubber mats I had in my CL-S. They were sitting in my garage for over 4 yrs, and fit almost perfect. I just had to cut out a small notch on the driver side one to compensate for the fact that the gas pedal is connected to the floor at the bottom. Felt like I found free money!

 

congrats and welcome to az

 

Congrats mang! I too came from a TSX Very nice, im sure you will enjoy it just as much as I am.

 

Congrats....type s ftw

 

a real beauty!

 

Does your brake pedal have rust on it?

 

dont be silly, stainless steel doesnt rust. it must be some dirt of some sort in the picture

 

Hhmm, not really sure? I quickly glanced at the pedals and it seems some of those black anti-slip "thingys" are missing but i didn't bother taking a closer look at it. Maybe it's the design but i don't think it's rusted.

I was busy learning all the other stuff lol.

 

Congrats on the new ride fella...Enjoy it!

 

It may not rust, but rust can still accumulate on it if it's scratched by something made of iron.

 

I also came from an TSX, very nice upgrade.

 

Welcome to AZ bud! You'll find a wealth of resources on this site, but just beware of Ramblings. Great looking car!

 

just look at me and 2 months ago I only have 7000 some odd posts....


your type S looks nice.. by any chance was your MS3 modded?

 

Mildly... Koni Yellows/Cobb springs, Cobb intake/TIP, RX8 wheels, My own tune using ATR from Cobb.

It made 252whp/277tq on a dynojet a while back, 18psi.