Acura: TLX News
09-21-2003, 12:03 PM
#2321
Team NBP Stealth Fighter
Join Date: May 2003
Location: Atlanta, GA
Age: 49
Posts: 860
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Originally posted by Jack Bauer
I just noticed on image #32 (under Safety Features), it lists "Door mirrors with integrated directional signals" as a standard feature. I don't remember seeing that mentioned anywhere beforea and I don't recall seeing it on any of the pictures posted so far. Am I wrong?
I just noticed on image #32 (under Safety Features), it lists "Door mirrors with integrated directional signals" as a standard feature. I don't remember seeing that mentioned anywhere beforea and I don't recall seeing it on any of the pictures posted so far. Am I wrong?
Thanks Acura!
09-21-2003, 12:06 PM
#2322
Team NBP Stealth Fighter
Join Date: May 2003
Location: Atlanta, GA
Age: 49
Posts: 860
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Originally posted by Jack Bauer
Has anybody seen anything mentioned about "approach lighting" (lighting below the mirror that lights the area around the door when you unlock the doors with the keyfob)?
Has anybody seen anything mentioned about "approach lighting" (lighting below the mirror that lights the area around the door when you unlock the doors with the keyfob)?
09-21-2003, 12:29 PM
#2323
Three Wheelin'
Join Date: Jul 2003
Location: Palo Alto, CA
Age: 37
Posts: 1,641
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Originally posted by 2004TL
Desi Bhai, Itna Ghussa Q?
BTW He is not only a member of A-TSX
Desi Bhai, Itna Ghussa Q?
BTW He is not only a member of A-TSX
09-21-2003, 12:40 PM
#2324
Three Wheelin'
Join Date: Jul 2003
Location: Palo Alto, CA
Age: 37
Posts: 1,641
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Originally posted by Jack Bauer
I wonder if it's the type that's actually behind the mirror surface, as opposed to being integrated in the mirror housing. That might explain why nobody has seen it. Anybody at the R&D care to weigh in on this?
I wonder if it's the type that's actually behind the mirror surface, as opposed to being integrated in the mirror housing. That might explain why nobody has seen it. Anybody at the R&D care to weigh in on this?
09-21-2003, 01:57 PM
#2325
Advanced
Join Date: Aug 2003
Location: Northern Virginia
Posts: 54
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
I'm a little suspect about this. Why hasn't anybody who has driven or even sat in the car mentioned this yet? It's a pleasant surprise but I'd like to see a picture of this. I think the arrows on the Fords are a little TOO big.
09-21-2003, 02:00 PM
#2326
Instructor
Join Date: Jul 2003
Location: Anchorage, Alaska
Age: 58
Posts: 136
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Originally posted by Jack Bauer
I'm a little suspect about this. Why hasn't anybody who has driven or even sat in the car mentioned this yet? It's a pleasant surprise but I'd like to see a picture of this. I think the arrows on the Fords are a little TOO big.
I'm a little suspect about this. Why hasn't anybody who has driven or even sat in the car mentioned this yet? It's a pleasant surprise but I'd like to see a picture of this. I think the arrows on the Fords are a little TOO big.
Might as well make turn signals and ashtrays optional...ok Im done ventingBut yes I do use mine all the time and I think its a nice feature to have them in the mirrors!
09-21-2003, 03:04 PM
#2327
Race Director
Join Date: Oct 2002
Location: Sacramento, CA
Posts: 11,001
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
So there is side markers and indicators on the mirrors, and indicators in the tail and headlights?
Isn't that a bit overkill, I admit it makes it more safe, but just to turn you light up the whole road
But I am surprised and happy with this feature nonetheless
Isn't that a bit overkill, I admit it makes it more safe, but just to turn you light up the whole road
But I am surprised and happy with this feature nonetheless
09-21-2003, 03:07 PM
#2328
Race Director
Join Date: Oct 2002
Location: Sacramento, CA
Posts: 11,001
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Originally posted by Jack Bauer
Has anybody seen anything mentioned about "approach lighting" (lighting below the mirror that lights the area around the door when you unlock the doors with the keyfob)?
Has anybody seen anything mentioned about "approach lighting" (lighting below the mirror that lights the area around the door when you unlock the doors with the keyfob)?
Isn't that sort of like a courtesy light to open the door,
At first I thought you said it is on the 04TL, I got so excited, I doubt it would be on the TL
09-21-2003, 03:14 PM
#2329
Instructor
Join Date: Aug 2003
Location: Bay Area, CA
Posts: 213
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Originally posted by Booyah
I dont even know why we need turn signals anymore....heck nobody uses them?? Pisses me off too. Behind someone and all of a sudden hard brakes and casually takes a left or right turn...bastards! Might as well make turn signals and ashtrays optional...ok Im done venting
But yes I do use mine all the time and I think its a nice feature to have them in the mirrors!
I dont even know why we need turn signals anymore....heck nobody uses them?? Pisses me off too. Behind someone and all of a sudden hard brakes and casually takes a left or right turn...bastards!
Might as well make turn signals and ashtrays optional...ok Im done ventingBut yes I do use mine all the time and I think its a nice feature to have them in the mirrors!
From what I see on the road, the turn signals are only optional on the BMW, cuz those drivers don't seem to use them.
09-21-2003, 03:19 PM
#2330
Race Director
Join Date: Oct 2002
Location: Sacramento, CA
Posts: 11,001
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Originally posted by elbodude
From what I see on the road, the turn signals are only optional on the BMW, cuz those drivers don't seem to use them.
From what I see on the road, the turn signals are only optional on the BMW, cuz those drivers don't seem to use them.
Good one
09-21-2003, 04:01 PM
#2331
Suzuka Master
Originally posted by 2004TL
So there is side markers and indicators on the mirrors, and indicators in the tail and headlights?
Isn't that a bit overkill, I admit it makes it more safe, but just to turn you light up the whole road
But I am surprised and happy with this feature nonetheless
So there is side markers and indicators on the mirrors, and indicators in the tail and headlights?
Isn't that a bit overkill, I admit it makes it more safe, but just to turn you light up the whole road
But I am surprised and happy with this feature nonetheless
Cornering lamps rock!
09-21-2003, 04:49 PM
#2332
Race Director
Join Date: Oct 2002
Location: Sacramento, CA
Posts: 11,001
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Originally posted by EmuMessenger
I would trade all the side markers and mirror indicators for cornering lamps!
Cornering lamps rock!
I would trade all the side markers and mirror indicators for cornering lamps!
Cornering lamps rock!
09-21-2003, 06:18 PM
#2333
Suzuka Master
Originally posted by 2004TL
What exactly are corniering lamps?
What exactly are corniering lamps?
Sweet feature!
09-21-2003, 09:47 PM
#2335
Race Director
Join Date: Oct 2002
Location: Sacramento, CA
Posts: 11,001
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Originally posted by EmuMessenger
If your dad still has the '94 Maxima, go outside, turn on the headlights, then put on either the left or right turn signal and you will see a nice 50 or so watt bulb light up that side of the road.
Sweet feature!
If your dad still has the '94 Maxima, go outside, turn on the headlights, then put on either the left or right turn signal and you will see a nice 50 or so watt bulb light up that side of the road.
Sweet feature!
Why would u want that?
Whats so cool about it.. They are usually Orangish which I dont like, and I would rather have sidemarkers and mirror indicators..
They used to have those on old cars, I remember old Avalons used to have it, than they got Fogs..
09-21-2003, 11:28 PM
#2336
Pro
Join Date: Jul 2003
Location: Hmmmm?
Posts: 619
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Originally posted by 2004TL
At first that is what I thought u were thinking of, but than I thought, what a OLD OLD Technology..
Why would u want that?
Whats so cool about it.. They are usually Orangish which I dont like, and I would rather have sidemarkers and mirror indicators..
They used to have those on old cars, I remember old Avalons used to have it, than they got Fogs..
At first that is what I thought u were thinking of, but than I thought, what a OLD OLD Technology..
Why would u want that?
Whats so cool about it.. They are usually Orangish which I dont like, and I would rather have sidemarkers and mirror indicators..
They used to have those on old cars, I remember old Avalons used to have it, than they got Fogs..
They are very old tech, usually found on luxury cars, such as old Lincolns and Caddy's
I do think that addaptive headlights can be helpful, but unlike the cornering light, the addaptive headlights help when chaning lanes or navigating a turn. When driving tonight on some twisties in a car with HID/Xenons, I did get some dark areas not lit by the lights, so I could see when driving hard at night, it would help. Too bad the TL does not get those.
Not sure the addaptive brake lights on the BMW's help, as it requires the driver behind the Bimmer to know what the different effect is (in the 3 series, it gets brighter, in the 7 series, a different portion of the light illuminates, which may look normal to a driver not familure with the operation, like us here on the other side of the pond)
Anyway, my 2 cents!
09-21-2003, 11:49 PM
#2337
Race Director
Join Date: Oct 2002
Location: Sacramento, CA
Posts: 11,001
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Heres better pictures of the brochure, All in one piece and all the pics are on one page, so easier to see
http://home.earthlink.net/~/04tl/
http://home.earthlink.net/~/04tl/
09-21-2003, 11:51 PM
#2338
Race Director
Join Date: Oct 2002
Location: Sacramento, CA
Posts: 11,001
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Originally posted by need4spd
Not sure the addaptive brake lights on the BMW's help, as it requires the driver behind the Bimmer to know what the different effect is (in the 3 series, it gets brighter, in the 7 series, a different portion of the light illuminates, which may look normal to a driver not familure with the operation, like us here on the other side of the pond)
Anyway, my 2 cents!
Not sure the addaptive brake lights on the BMW's help, as it requires the driver behind the Bimmer to know what the different effect is (in the 3 series, it gets brighter, in the 7 series, a different portion of the light illuminates, which may look normal to a driver not familure with the operation, like us here on the other side of the pond)
Anyway, my 2 cents!
WOW BMW has those brake lights?
Do all the current BMWS have that?
That is a really good safety feature and should become standard, so you know when someone hard braking or not so you dont get into a accident
09-22-2003, 12:00 AM
#2339
Race Director
Join Date: Oct 2002
Location: Sacramento, CA
Posts: 11,001
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
09-22-2003, 12:15 AM
#2340
More On
Join Date: Jul 2003
Location: Larchmont, NY
Posts: 4,388
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Originally posted by 2004TL
Heres better pictures of the brochure, All in one piece and all the pics are on one page, so easier to see
http://home.earthlink.net/~/04tl/
Heres better pictures of the brochure, All in one piece and all the pics are on one page, so easier to see
http://home.earthlink.net/~/04tl/
09-22-2003, 12:42 AM
#2343
Pro
Join Date: Jul 2003
Location: Hmmmm?
Posts: 619
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Originally posted by 2004TL
WOW BMW has those brake lights?
Do all the current BMWS have that?
That is a really good safety feature and should become standard, so you know when someone hard braking or not so you dont get into a accident
WOW BMW has those brake lights?
Do all the current BMWS have that?
That is a really good safety feature and should become standard, so you know when someone hard braking or not so you dont get into a accident
NYC tested a similar system on Buses, but found that it just confused drivers behind them (used a flashing light that changed speed to show braking rate).
I at one time (about 15-20yrs ago) had thought of this, that is to increase flashing rate of the brake lights to show rapid deceleration vs just a tap on the brakes, never patented it, but should have.
09-22-2003, 12:43 AM
#2345
Race Director
Join Date: Oct 2002
Location: Sacramento, CA
Posts: 11,001
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
http://home.earthlink.net/~a*curaworld/04tl/
Take the * out of ACURAW0RLD , its cuz ACURAW0RLD is censored, It is also censored at A-TL..
Take the * out of ACURAW0RLD , its cuz ACURAW0RLD is censored, It is also censored at A-TL..
09-22-2003, 12:58 AM
#2346
More On
Join Date: Jul 2003
Location: Larchmont, NY
Posts: 4,388
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Thanks, that finally did it!!!
BTW: I still can't tell for sure whether the car has POWER-RETRACTABLE SIDE MIRRORS.
I don't find any mention -- So I assume NOT??
BTW: I still can't tell for sure whether the car has POWER-RETRACTABLE SIDE MIRRORS.
I don't find any mention -- So I assume NOT??
09-22-2003, 01:02 AM
#2348
Instructor
Join Date: Aug 2003
Location: San Francisco Bay Area
Posts: 115
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Originally posted by larchmont
Thanks, that finally did it!!!
BTW: I still can't tell for sure whether the car has POWER-RETRACTABLE SIDE MIRRORS.
I don't find any mention -- So I assume NOT??
Thanks, that finally did it!!!
BTW: I still can't tell for sure whether the car has POWER-RETRACTABLE SIDE MIRRORS.
I don't find any mention -- So I assume NOT??
09-22-2003, 01:05 AM
#2349
Race Director
Join Date: Oct 2002
Location: Sacramento, CA
Posts: 11,001
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Originally posted by 2k4tl
It does not. However the side mirrors will automatically point downward when you're in reverse (so you can see where the curb is when parking etc). This is a personalizable setting, so you can turn it on or off, and have that setting paired to one of the remote control keys.
It does not. However the side mirrors will automatically point downward when you're in reverse (so you can see where the curb is when parking etc). This is a personalizable setting, so you can turn it on or off, and have that setting paired to one of the remote control keys.
09-22-2003, 01:10 AM
#2350
More On
Join Date: Jul 2003
Location: Larchmont, NY
Posts: 4,388
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Originally posted by 2004TL
Ya thats a old feature from the previous GEN, Larch would know about this as he has owned one
Ya thats a old feature from the previous GEN, Larch would know about this as he has owned one
09-22-2003, 01:22 AM
#2351
Race Director
Join Date: Oct 2002
Location: Sacramento, CA
Posts: 11,001
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Originally posted by larchmont
Actually, if my '03 had it (power-retractable side mirrors), it's news to me.
Actually, if my '03 had it (power-retractable side mirrors), it's news to me.
Damn dude you loaded, u bought a 03 TL, Sold it bought a 04 TSX, and thinking about a 04 TL?
Adopt me DADDY
09-22-2003, 02:03 AM
#2352
More On
Join Date: Jul 2003
Location: Larchmont, NY
Posts: 4,388
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Originally posted by 2004TL
No I meant your 03 had the feature, where the side mirror tilts down in reverse.....
No I meant your 03 had the feature, where the side mirror tilts down in reverse.....
P.S. You don't want a dummy for a daddy.
09-22-2003, 02:34 AM
#2353
Race Director
Join Date: Oct 2002
Location: Sacramento, CA
Posts: 11,001
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Originally posted by larchmont
Well, that would be news to me too.
P.S. You don't want a dummy for a daddy.
Well, that would be news to me too.
P.S. You don't want a dummy for a daddy.
I will pick option Number #2, and #3 as a close second (No OFFENSE
)
09-22-2003, 10:24 AM
#2354
Intermediate
Join Date: Sep 2003
Location: Seattle
Posts: 44
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
I picked up a brochure over the weekend. Acura only sent about 25 copies to my dealer, so they aren't handing them out to just anybody; he said that at this point they are only giving them to people who have put down deposits on the TL. Pretty nice brochure I must say; it sets out the features really well. 
09-22-2003, 11:25 AM
#2355
Instructor
Join Date: Jul 2003
Location: Garden Ridge, Texas
Posts: 190
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Originally posted by 2004TL
LOL, either your car was defective or you never noticed that the side mirror tilted down in reverse, or as you stated, you were plain DUMB
I will pick option Number #2, and #3 as a close second (No OFFENSE)
LOL, either your car was defective or you never noticed that the side mirror tilted down in reverse, or as you stated, you were plain DUMB
I will pick option Number #2, and #3 as a close second (No OFFENSE
)
09-22-2003, 11:41 AM
#2356
More On
Join Date: Jul 2003
Location: Larchmont, NY
Posts: 4,388
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Originally posted by huskerfan
Only the passenger side mirror on the 2003 TL tilts down when you shift into reverse and it won't work unless your power mirror control is in the neutral (center) position.
Only the passenger side mirror on the 2003 TL tilts down when you shift into reverse and it won't work unless your power mirror control is in the neutral (center) position.
But only half vindicated, because I shoulda known. It would've been useful.
P.S. IMHO it's dumb for it to work only when the control is in the neutral setting.
09-22-2003, 11:57 AM
#2357
Originally posted by larchmont
P.S. IMHO it's dumb for it to work only when the control is in the neutral setting.
P.S. IMHO it's dumb for it to work only when the control is in the neutral setting.
-r
09-23-2003, 07:09 AM
#2358
Moderator Alumnus
Join Date: Oct 2000
Location: Washington DC (NOVA)
Age: 52
Posts: 16,399
Likes: 0
Received 8 Likes
on
8 Posts
Auto Spies: Acura TL and TSX= best designed exterior in class
The Auto Spies 2004 “A” List- The Best of 2004
Here is our "A" list of vehicles, that impress us for 2004.
If you're going to purchase a car we recommend giving these choices serious consideration.
If the car you want isn't on this list, you may want to reconsider your purchase...
Toyota Sienna Limited- The first Lexus in Toyata skin
Nissan Quest- Beautiful interior design, kicks up the world of minivans a notch or two!
Acura TL- The best designed exterior in the class
Acura TSX- The best designed exterior in the class and quite a value for the money...Also, you don't have to wait nine months for a navigation system
Range Rover- The best SUV, period
Chevy Tahoe/Suburban Z71- Best value for the money (With the huge discounts and 0%) and the best looking and bst highway riding GM SUV
Infiniti FX35/45- What the X, ML and Cayenne should be and should be priced at...
Nissan Murano- Best value for the money and we would not be ashamed to pick this over other cars at $20K more
MB E55-We love the torque and 0-60.
MB SLR- No explanation needed
Cadillac SRX- Soon to be the best selling Cadillac
Nissan 350z- Better than a Boxster, Z4 and SLK for a lot less. And, it's better looking
Infiniti G35 sedan/coupe- Better than a Boxster, Z4, 350z and SLK for a lot less. And, it's better looking
Mini cooper S- A lot of cachet and a great diving car
Volvo S60R- A bargain 4-door M3
VW Touareg V8- Finished nicer than most SUV's and better looking than the Cayenne
Porsche Carrera C4S- The best affordable Porsche
Subaru Legacy- Sexy and great bang for the buck
Subaru WRX/STi- Fast, inexpensive and AWD
Bentley Continental GT- This puts them back in the game. The best looking coupe out there
Lamborghini Gallardo- The numbers don't lie
Audi A4 cabriolet- Beautiful and AWD
Audi S4- We'd pick it over an M3
BMW 3-series performance- The traditionalists Beemer
Cadillac CTS-V- Finally, a REALLY good car from Cadillac!
Ferrari Modena- An instant classic
MB SL500/55/65- The best looking convertible under $150K
MB CL55- Fast and luxurious!!!!
MB S55- The best large European sedan
Lexus LS430- They just keep perfecting it and the customer service is the best
Lexus LX470- The second best SUV
Lexus RX330- We had to put it on the list...There isn't a lady on earth who doesn't love it!
Maserati quattroporte- What can I say? It appeals to my Sicilian heritage
Nissan Maxima- A great sedan for the money and you'll get it cheaper than an Acura
Toyota Camry Solara- Great redesign...more timeless design than the Lexus SC430
VW Jetta Diesel wagon- When you need to go far for CHEAP and not look like a homer
Saab 9 3 sedan/convertible- A better Saab than ever
Nissan Pathfinder Armada- Look out Sequioa!
Infiniti QX56- Look out X, ML, Cayenne, GX, LX!
Nissan Titan- Nissan gets serious with this one
Ford F-150- Finally, a nice interior in an american truck
Volvo XC90- The SUV for the "Magna cum laude" set
Acura MDX- Still one of the best for the $
Carrera GT- You won't have to get used to this design!
Here is our "A" list of vehicles, that impress us for 2004.
If you're going to purchase a car we recommend giving these choices serious consideration.
If the car you want isn't on this list, you may want to reconsider your purchase...
Toyota Sienna Limited- The first Lexus in Toyata skin
Nissan Quest- Beautiful interior design, kicks up the world of minivans a notch or two!
Acura TL- The best designed exterior in the class
Acura TSX- The best designed exterior in the class and quite a value for the money...Also, you don't have to wait nine months for a navigation system
Range Rover- The best SUV, period
Chevy Tahoe/Suburban Z71- Best value for the money (With the huge discounts and 0%) and the best looking and bst highway riding GM SUV
Infiniti FX35/45- What the X, ML and Cayenne should be and should be priced at...
Nissan Murano- Best value for the money and we would not be ashamed to pick this over other cars at $20K more
MB E55-We love the torque and 0-60.
MB SLR- No explanation needed
Cadillac SRX- Soon to be the best selling Cadillac
Nissan 350z- Better than a Boxster, Z4 and SLK for a lot less. And, it's better looking
Infiniti G35 sedan/coupe- Better than a Boxster, Z4, 350z and SLK for a lot less. And, it's better looking
Mini cooper S- A lot of cachet and a great diving car
Volvo S60R- A bargain 4-door M3
VW Touareg V8- Finished nicer than most SUV's and better looking than the Cayenne
Porsche Carrera C4S- The best affordable Porsche
Subaru Legacy- Sexy and great bang for the buck
Subaru WRX/STi- Fast, inexpensive and AWD
Bentley Continental GT- This puts them back in the game. The best looking coupe out there
Lamborghini Gallardo- The numbers don't lie
Audi A4 cabriolet- Beautiful and AWD
Audi S4- We'd pick it over an M3
BMW 3-series performance- The traditionalists Beemer
Cadillac CTS-V- Finally, a REALLY good car from Cadillac!
Ferrari Modena- An instant classic
MB SL500/55/65- The best looking convertible under $150K
MB CL55- Fast and luxurious!!!!
MB S55- The best large European sedan
Lexus LS430- They just keep perfecting it and the customer service is the best
Lexus LX470- The second best SUV
Lexus RX330- We had to put it on the list...There isn't a lady on earth who doesn't love it!
Maserati quattroporte- What can I say? It appeals to my Sicilian heritage
Nissan Maxima- A great sedan for the money and you'll get it cheaper than an Acura
Toyota Camry Solara- Great redesign...more timeless design than the Lexus SC430
VW Jetta Diesel wagon- When you need to go far for CHEAP and not look like a homer
Saab 9 3 sedan/convertible- A better Saab than ever
Nissan Pathfinder Armada- Look out Sequioa!
Infiniti QX56- Look out X, ML, Cayenne, GX, LX!
Nissan Titan- Nissan gets serious with this one
Ford F-150- Finally, a nice interior in an american truck
Volvo XC90- The SUV for the "Magna cum laude" set
Acura MDX- Still one of the best for the $
Carrera GT- You won't have to get used to this design!
