ScOeDeLiC

I noticed that they both have similar functions and buttons.. was wondering if we can use the TL Type S and/or 2009 TSX steering wheel on our 2006-2008 TSX. Has anyone tried it before? Would it be a direct swap? Would it even work?

Thanks!!!



PS

I was also wondering if the new TSX steering wheel would work as well??

fast1

I am not a fan of the radio buttons on the '09 TSX. They feel quite a bit cheaper and are much smaller than what you have currently. I'm vote for the TL steering wheel but can't help ya out as far as compatibility. I would venture a yes but you never know.

ScOeDeLiC

hope to find an answer... would really like to see if it does work

davidspalding

IIRC someone asked about compatibility of other Acura wheels before ... did you try searching?

Esquee

Would you happen to know if it is possible to fit an 08 tl wheel onto an 05??? I like the design for the 08 better..

frank1123

that TL-S steering wheel looks nice but our cars don't come type S so it'd be lame unless you can take the type s badge off

davidspalding

Nevermind how it looks ... is the wiring even compatible.... You'd probably have to review service manual wiring diagrams, particularly the pin-out.

By "'05," Esquee, I presume you mean a 2005 TSX. If you mean TL, then go directly to tl.acurazine.com, do not pass GO, do not collect $200.

The functions are probably the same ... switches that close a circuit momentarily (a guess).

lito

I like the new TSX steering wheel If we can swap EP3 or S2K steering wheels on the 1st Gen TSX I don't see why not. If you know someone who has a 2nd Gen TSX you should try swapping steering wheels, it's fairly simple.

litesout

The actual wheel swap probably isn't the issue, its the buttons on the wheel. Compatibility is the issue. The TL wheel has an extra button on it for the MID that the TSX doesn't have. The TL MID setup is different and makes use of a third button. That would make me think it might now work. I can't vouch for it, but I'm guessing the 09 TSX MID works the same as the TL and makes use of the third button.

As far as actual button function, I read somewhere in here that the radio buttons work on a 2 wire system. There's a hot and return and the different buttons add varying levels of resistance to the circuit. The fewer wires you have running through the rotating wheel, the better being the philosophy behind that.

If somebody has the electrical manuals for the year of TSX in question and the TL or 2G TSX electrical manuals I'm sure you could figure it out.

And IIRC the S2K wheel and EP3 wheels don't have the function buttons on them that the stock TSX wheel does. You lose MID and radio buttons. I read a thread on the TL side about swapping out the S2k and RSX wheels for 2G TL wheels. Other than the airbags (single stage in the older models vs dual stage in the newer ones) its a direct swap. You just lost the audio controls. None of the cars in question have the MID though.

dave_ramkumar

iTrader: (5)

can the 08 type s wheel fit on the 05 base? and work

ranco

I have not seen an answer on this one. I would be interested to know if someone tried to swap steering wheels and managed to keep all bottons and SRS working.

SoCaliTrojan

One thing I noticed when I had an 09 TSX loaner for 3 weeks was that it had an extra button in the bottom right of the steering wheel (for the MID). The 1st gen TSX only has two buttons, and the 2nd gen has 3. I would always get confused when I tried to hit the buttons and didn't know which one I was hitting.

trebor8915

Interesting question...don't know if it's possible and I'll probably never do it.

Ranco: Why did your thread get locked?

LuvMyTSX

Because the same thing is being discussed here.

trebor8915

duh...

Dktran31

dunno if this will work but i want that optional silver steering wheel for the 1st gen !

npcan2

Revival to this thread!

Has anyone managed a steering wheel swap from a CU2 (second gen) to a CL9 (first gen)?

Anyone even know if it is possible?

oldguytsxer

Why is it important to do this?
Will the car perform better?
No disrespect, but it seems like a bunch of extremely unnecessary work and thought for a next to nothing improvement?

npcan2

I agree with you to some extent oldguytsxer, but imo huge body kits are monumentally useless and overpriced, as their is zero net gain to performance.

Sometimes however, it's not about the function, it is about the form of the product. If it makes the user happy, then go 4 it!

Also, you learn and have fun along the way.

but then again, thats just my .

PhrequenC

up for info

C00TS

Functional paddle shifters.

Necro post.

Yes, it is possible. I did it on my CL9. Everything is fully functional except the extra MID info button and navi switches (my car doesn't have navi).

alphaatomix

alphaatomix

Swizz Beats

what did u do with the two connectors? Did u get a type-a clock spring?