Mirror Puddle Light Replacement Question
#281
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#282
I came here just to see if this is still happening and at this point, it's comical. I haven't seen the MDX handles yet but heard they are great. looking back, I 100% would do the welcome lights again. If I hadn't, I would have had them added at my first oil change.
#283
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I've scheduled my puddle light for repair next Monday. I'll report what the process is. My SA told me a few weeks ago they don't need to change the entire mirror housing so I'll be curious what the process is and whether they have to destroy my PPF on that mirror for the fix.
After it is replaced, I am at the least going to have my PPF guy cut out some film circles and install over those lights. Worked for the guy who used Avery mailing labels!
After it is replaced, I am at the least going to have my PPF guy cut out some film circles and install over those lights. Worked for the guy who used Avery mailing labels!
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#284
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I've scheduled my puddle light for repair next Monday. I'll report what the process is. My SA told me a few weeks ago they don't need to change the entire mirror housing so I'll be curious what the process is and whether they have to destroy my PPF on that mirror for the fix.
After it is replaced, I am at the least going to have my PPF guy cut out some film circles and install over those lights. Worked for the guy who used Avery mailing labels!
After it is replaced, I am at the least going to have my PPF guy cut out some film circles and install over those lights. Worked for the guy who used Avery mailing labels!
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wdmacura (06-20-2023)
#286
I've scheduled my puddle light for repair next Monday. I'll report what the process is. My SA told me a few weeks ago they don't need to change the entire mirror housing so I'll be curious what the process is and whether they have to destroy my PPF on that mirror for the fix.
After it is replaced, I am at the least going to have my PPF guy cut out some film circles and install over those lights. Worked for the guy who used Avery mailing labels!
After it is replaced, I am at the least going to have my PPF guy cut out some film circles and install over those lights. Worked for the guy who used Avery mailing labels!
#287
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Scott is the only guy I will work with at the service dept in Johnston. He's very honest and thorough. You could probably go to Billion Honda for most things. I've bought several cars from them since 1997 (never wanted to work with the Honda dealership in Des Moines) and had good dealings with the service dept as well.
Last edited by wdmacura; 07-23-2023 at 11:36 AM.
#288
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Sorry I haven't followed up on this. They never got to my car at the last appointment with too many carryovers from the day before. I wasn't going to let them sit it on the lot overnight, so I went and picked it up. I do have it rescheduled for this Friday. My SA did call a tech over and said the PPF shouldn't be affected by the repair. I'll update if it does get done this Friday. I'll be meeting with my PPF guy the following Wednesday and I'll see about getting some circles installed over the lights at that time.
#289
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As KrylonBlue mentioned, I can now 2nd the fact that PPF is not affected by the puddle light replacement.
On a side note, I'm kinda curious why they use such a low Kelvin bulb in those puddle lights...seems it is around 2700K. With all the other lights in and out of the car being more in the 4500-5000K range, it just seems odd.
On a side note, I'm kinda curious why they use such a low Kelvin bulb in those puddle lights...seems it is around 2700K. With all the other lights in and out of the car being more in the 4500-5000K range, it just seems odd.
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#290
Any update?
I have a new to me ‘21 TLX that needs new puddle lights.
Do we know if there is a real fix for this.
my dealer is several hours away so I’m not inclined to make multiple trips.
Puddle lights are not critical but its the principle that they should work.
Thank you
I have a new to me ‘21 TLX that needs new puddle lights.
Do we know if there is a real fix for this.
my dealer is several hours away so I’m not inclined to make multiple trips.
Puddle lights are not critical but its the principle that they should work.
Thank you
#291
Any update?
I have a new to me ‘21 TLX that needs new puddle lights.
Do we know if there is a real fix for this.
my dealer is several hours away so I’m not inclined to make multiple trips.
Puddle lights are not critical but its the principle that they should work.
Thank you
I have a new to me ‘21 TLX that needs new puddle lights.
Do we know if there is a real fix for this.
my dealer is several hours away so I’m not inclined to make multiple trips.
Puddle lights are not critical but its the principle that they should work.
Thank you
#292
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Any update?
I have a new to me ‘21 TLX that needs new puddle lights.
Do we know if there is a real fix for this.
my dealer is several hours away so I’m not inclined to make multiple trips.
Puddle lights are not critical but its the principle that they should work.
Thank you
I have a new to me ‘21 TLX that needs new puddle lights.
Do we know if there is a real fix for this.
my dealer is several hours away so I’m not inclined to make multiple trips.
Puddle lights are not critical but its the principle that they should work.
Thank you
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#294
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My SA has said that NOT one person has returned for a burned out puddle light once they have been replaced, at my dealership. He usually shoots me pretty straight, so I'll take him at his word for now. And interestingly enough, now one of the puddle lights is out on my RDX, which looks like the exact same part.
#295
Instructor
FWIW, I too have had mine replaced 3x. My SA did indicate that there is a new design and that my most recently replaced puddle lights are the new design. I take all info I get from the dealer with a grain of salt, but it has been almost 1 year since the puddle lights were replaced. So far, so good.
#296
Instructor
The technician who replaced mine a couple weeks ago shot a little video that gets sent to me online. In it, he said that Acura did improve the components and that they shouldn't break again. Not sure if he was just blowing smoke or not.
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#298
If Acura was smart, they should have dropped the puddle light offering. Now they have to scramble for spare parts for all owners since MY21!
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#299
Instructor
If we were all Smart (owners, Acura and dealers), we would request the Welcome Lights installed in lieu of Puddle Light replacement. With the folding mirrors AND the Welcome Lights installed, I can’t even see the Puddle Lights illuminate …. And yes, both of mine still work (SoCal and mostly speed shine washes) since December 2022. Just my $0.02.
#300
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Supposedly this is true. I was told this by my friend who’s a service advisor and also the technician that always works on my car per request. It’s been months and many heavy storms with no issues since replacing them.
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#303
Had mine replaced by Bob Lindsay Acura in Peoria, IL. Little bit of a difficulty - called in to schedule maint. + puddle lights. Tech didn't schedule the puddle lights when i got my confirmation email. Called in, they said yeah we can do it, no prob. Get there 'Oh hey, we are missing a part, you will have to come back'. 4 hr round trip drive. Calls next day, has the part (of course). Got this all squared away beginning of December, puddle lights back in action. Just lost the driver side one yesterday during persistent rains we had. Love this car, but man, these puddle lights are something else....
#304
Burning Brakes
My 2023/TLX/ASPEC Puddle lights went out last week
Car is 8 months old
Went by the Dealer service on Saturday; have known the Tech for 10 years
He claims, they've been on back-order for months, & that it's NOT
a Water/Car Wash problem
Thinks, it's a design flaw; waiting for an Acura Software upgrade
We'll see
Car is 8 months old
Went by the Dealer service on Saturday; have known the Tech for 10 years
He claims, they've been on back-order for months, & that it's NOT
a Water/Car Wash problem
Thinks, it's a design flaw; waiting for an Acura Software upgrade
We'll see
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Shawrm (02-12-2024)
#307
My 2023/TLX/ASPEC Puddle lights went out last week
Car is 8 months old
Went by the Dealer service on Saturday; have known the Tech for 10 years
He claims, they've been on back-order for months, & that it's NOT
a Water/Car Wash problem
Thinks, it's a design flaw; waiting for an Acura Software upgrade
We'll see
Car is 8 months old
Went by the Dealer service on Saturday; have known the Tech for 10 years
He claims, they've been on back-order for months, & that it's NOT
a Water/Car Wash problem
Thinks, it's a design flaw; waiting for an Acura Software upgrade
We'll see
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#311
#313
Burning Brakes
Puddle Light update
Brought vehicle in for B Service
Lucky Me
REPLACED both lights
One trip is better than 2
Lucky Me
REPLACED both lights
One trip is better than 2
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#316
Adept Acura Enthusiast
I need my dealership and Acura to put out a permanent fix.
#317
Time will tell but something tells me the MY24 won't have it either!
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#319
Instructor
The best “fix” in my book is the installation of the Welcome Lights under each door. They illuminate as you approach the car and light up much more than puddle lights with mirrors retracted.
So much so that I didn’t even notice my driver side puddle light went out …..😩
So much so that I didn’t even notice my driver side puddle light went out …..😩
Welcome Light
$215*
When the vehicle is unlocked, white LED Welcome Lights illuminate the ground for added visibility.
#320
The best “fix” in my book is the installation of the Welcome Lights under each door. They illuminate as you approach the car and light up much more than puddle lights with mirrors retracted.
So much so that I didn’t even notice my driver side puddle light went out …..😩
So much so that I didn’t even notice my driver side puddle light went out …..😩
Welcome Light
$215*
When the vehicle is unlocked, white LED Welcome Lights illuminate the ground for added visibility.
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