Livestrong_TL

Does anyone know if the 2012 headlights will fit the 2009 model? I did a search and came up with nothing.

Pete2010

I'm guessing they should, would really be interested in finding out. I wonder if the front bumper can be replaced by a 2012 bumper...

HeartTLs

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I've been told by Curry Acura techs that they do not. If you want blacked out headlights send JnC a PM.

maddogtheta

https://www.oemacuraparts.com/index....nent=HEADLIGHT

https://www.oemacuraparts.com/index....nent=HEADLIGHT

They look the same to me on these diagrams, they are almost the same part number except the 2010 is 33101-TK4-A01 and the 2012 is 33101-TK4-A11. Of course I can't back anything up since I haven't tried to fit the '12 headlights onto my car.

FallenTSX

becareful with some of these things, because even though they look very similar...some tabs or anchors may be moved a couple of inches. Not sure if thats how Honda does it, but I know Nissans are like that, USDM vs. JDM.

-DeL

maddogtheta

^ Definitely a possibility, however since the TL is only sold here in the states, there shouldn't be the problem of USDM vs. JDM right? Also, I would imagine that the engineers who redesigned the car for '12 would have kept as much as possible to keep costs down right? Or maybe I'm overestimating the laziness of people?

kenny powers

Do the 2012's have a sharp cut off or are they like the 09-11?

Brew0360

Yes you can. I have the 2012 headlights on my 2010 SH-AWD. I had them installed about a couple of weeks after the 2012 was released.

kenny powers

And they fit fine without any modification? That's good to know if that's the case

Brew0360

No mod needed. The only difference in the part number is 1 digit. Acura parts should have told anyone that if they were asked.

RSLTSX09XMNAVWX

What did it cost you may I ask? Did you just get only the main body and re-use the lights them-self?

Brew0360

Around $500 per light. Just the main body.

Wooty Woo

Wow $500, do you have any pictures that we can check out?

jspagna1

Man that's expensive, but it's still a nice upgrade if you don't mind spending the cash.

Livestrong_TL

wow....$500 per light....that's pretty steep. I would like to see some pics though if you have any

Nexson

I'd blackhouse for $500 each...

Actually I wouldn't pay what they actually cost, there are always deals here or there and the price can most likely be worked.

Brew0360

To each's own. Money isn't ans issue for me when it comes to what I want for the car. Also, it falls under my warranty for the car. If I have any issues with the part or the labor associated with the install, it's covered.

See attached if I posted correctly.

maddogtheta

Looks awesome!

Livestrong_TL

looks good, hopefully I can find a set for mine

TLS101

Looks great....

Wooty Woo

Looks delicious! I want!

Steven Bell

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The headlights look good and mean!




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silver01cltypes

wonder if any of our sponsers can get a group buy on 2012 headlights?Anyone friendly with our acura dealer sponsers?

Livestrong_TL

That's deffinitely a good idea, I'm all in for a group buy

JnC

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Not to drop in with a cheap plug but wouldnt it be way cheaper to get the OEM lights modified to match the 2012 style

Livestrong_TL

It could be if I knew how to take the headlights out and do it myself!! haha

JnC

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Here

https://acurazine.com/forums/showpos...0&postcount=59

Brew0360

I considered going that route, but there were two reasons why I considered it as not being cost effective in my case. (1) Time and (2) Time. When I see something I want, I want it right then and there. If you were local to my area or had some type of core exchange process, then we may have been in business.

Livestrong_TL

Thanks for sharing that, I just don't think I'm ballsy enough to do it! haha

dethred

That is the best looking front-end config for this car I have seen. Will you be offended if I somewhat copy it?

Brew0360

Nah. We may pass each other though since my parents live in Hampton Roads.

maxAmillion

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How much to make my 2010 headlights to look like 2012?

JnC

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PM me for details, to paint internals to match '12 its $150.
Internals of the 2012 are the same as 09-11

This is a picture of the main bezel in the 09-11 TL headlight as it comes OEM.



Here is how the set up is colored in 2009-11 headlights

1) Silver
2) Silver
3 Chrome
4) Amber diffuser with chrome reflector behind it
5)Chrome Strip

Here is how the set up is colored in the 2012 headlights

1) Black
2) Black
3 Chrome
4) Amber diffuser with chrome reflector behind it
5)Chrome Strip

kenny powers

hey brew, do the 2012 headlights have the same lense and everything as the 09-11....is the cutoff the same? thanks

Brew0360

Yes. Everything is the same except the interior color as JnC stated.

dethred

Sorry I missed your post. I am up in Northern VA for work probably a week each month. Where did you get the work done, or did you do it yourself? I will probably send off my grille to the guy on here (forgot his name for the moment) who does them. I'd love to see your car sometime!

Also, post up a few more pics or create a thread showing off the car. Looks amazing!

Nexson

dethred

Nevermind, Brew. Found your gallery thread.

cjTL

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In the 3G TL, the 04-05 headlights were different than the 06's, and the 07-08 headlights were different than 04-06.

cjTL

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And you could easily recoup some of the cost by selling your old headlights.