Dbuck

dregsfan

All of the above would be overdue if not yet done, except the valves may or may not need an adjustment.

dopeboy1

Change all fluids don't forget transfer case and rear diff. Engine air filter and cabin air filter are easy to change yourself. Look into if the 105k service has been done.

Dbuck

dopeboy1

Timing belt, water pump, spark plugs, valve adjustment should be done every 105k miles.

justnspace

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First ever Honda product? congrats!!

losiglow

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I'd recommend a 3x3 drain/refill of the ATF using DW1. I also like Valvoline Maxlife ATF but DW1 is the "officially approved" stuff. A 3x3 is essentially draining and refilling the transmission 3 times, driving a few miles in between each refill to mix the new fluid in.

Like dregsfan said, a valve adjustment isn't needed if the engine is relatively quiet. However, I would personally recommend it. Tight valves don't make any noise like loose ones do but can still cause problems. When I did mine I noticed a bit more power and smoother idle. If you have a mechanic do it, you'll fork our a few hundred bucks. You can do it yourself if you feel comfortable with it but it's a rather delicate procedure dealing with tolerances on the scale of thousands of an inch, so if you're not somewhat technically inclined I'd let a mechanic do it. If you want to give it a go, there's a great writeup by scottn3 here: https://acurazine.com/forums/third-g...t-pics-854094/ as well as two detailed videos from Eric the Car Guy on YouTube. Search youtube for "acura tl valve adjustement". It's a 3G TL but the same tolerances as the 4G.

revray

All information is available on the Acura Owners site. Also has a service record area to maintain all your service records.
Maintenance Minder A

6 SPEED AUTOMATIC SH-AWD W/ TECH PACKAGE - Recommended service:

• Replace engine oil*
• *: If the message "SERVICE DUE NOW" does not appear more than 12 months after the display is reset, change the engine oil every year.
• Independent of the Maintenance Minder information, replace the brake fluid every 3 years.
• Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000 km).
• Adjust the valves during servics A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if they are noisy.

Maintenance Minder B

6 SPEED AUTOMATIC SH-AWD W/ TECH PACKAGE - Recommended service:

• Replace engine oil* and oil filter
• Inspect front and rear brakes
• Check parking brake adjustment
• Inspect tie rod ends, steering gear box, and boots
• Inspect suspension components
• Inspect driveshaft boots
• Inspect brake hoses and line (including ABS/VSA)
• Inspect all fluid levels and condition of fluids
• Inspect exhaust system#
• Inspect fuel lines and connections#
• *: If the message "SERVICE DUE NOW" does not appear more than 12 months after the display is reset, change the engine oil every year.
• #: See information on maintenance and emissions warranty on page 538 of your owner's manual.
• Independent of the Maintenance Minder information, replace the brake fluid every 3 years.
• Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000 km).
• Adjust the valves during servics A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if they are noisy.

Maintenance Minder 1

6 SPEED AUTOMATIC SH-AWD W/ TECH PACKAGE - Recommended service:

• Rotate tires
• Independent of the Maintenance Minder information, replace the brake fluid every 3 years.
• Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000 km).
• Adjust the valves during servics A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if they are noisy.

Maintenance Minder 2

6 SPEED AUTOMATIC SH-AWD W/ TECH PACKAGE - Recommended service:

• Replace air cleaner element
  If you drive in dusty conditions, replace every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
• Replace dust and pollen filter
  If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from industry and from diesel-powered vehicles, replace every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
• Inspect drive belt
• Independent of the Maintenance Minder information, replace the brake fluid every 3 years.
• Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000 km).
• Adjust the valves during servics A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if they are noisy.

Maintenance Minder 3

6 SPEED AUTOMATIC SH-AWD W/ TECH PACKAGE - Recommended service:

• Replace transmission fluid
• Independent of the Maintenance Minder information, replace the brake fluid every 3 years.
• Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000 km).
• Adjust the valves during servics A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if they are noisy.

Maintenance Minder 4

6 SPEED AUTOMATIC SH-AWD W/ TECH PACKAGE - Recommended service:

• Replace spark plugs
• Replace timing belt and inspect water pump
  If you drive regularly in very high temperatures (over 110°F, 43°C), or in very low temperatures (under -20°F, -29°C), replace every 60,000 miles (U.S.)/ 100,000 km (Canada).
• Inspect valve clearance
• Independent of the Maintenance Minder information, replace the brake fluid every 3 years.
• Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000 km).
• Adjust the valves during servics A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if they are noisy.

Maintenance Minder 5

6 SPEED AUTOMATIC SH-AWD W/ TECH PACKAGE - Recommended service:

• Replace engine coolant
• Independent of the Maintenance Minder information, replace the brake fluid every 3 years.
• Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000 km).
• Adjust the valves during servics A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if they are noisy.

TLguy2013

Brake flush would be high on my list because the 3 year flush period is so important + brake service - disassemble, lube the sliders, etc. Also TB/WP service is due at 105k mi OR 84 mo. A 2012 is likely close to the 84 mo. period.

I'd be inclined change the fluids -- all of them. LOF, Rear diff. (flush & fill), transmission - filter/fluids (flush & fill), transfer case (flush & fill), TB service - including water pump, tensioner, coolant change (flush/fill). The spark plugs are the iridium if stock [I believe] so they are good until 160k miles I believe, but I'd have a look at them just to be sure. The work doesn't have to be done all at once, but pick them in natural groups (i.e., transmission + transfer case + rear differential). And then schedule the other items every few months (but don't push it too far out, I'd say 1 year MAX to get it all done). Good luck. The car will be a great one that, once it's properly maintained will reward your with reliable service for years to come.