Acura TL Service and Repair in San Carlos, CA

The Acura TL (Touring Luxury) is a mid-size sedan manufactured by Honda which was introduced in 1995 to supplant the Acura Legend. The debut of the TL signaled Acura's shift from traditional vehicle names to alphanumeric designations. A+ Japanese Auto Repair, Inc. specializes on Acura repair & service. Contact us with any questions: (650) 595-2277 or via email.

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Acura TL Service And Repair

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Acura TL: Factory Service Schedule

(This is a guide - depending on your driving style, conditions where you drive, model year, towing etc... your individual service schedule on your Acura TL will vary from this schedule)

Acura TL: 5000 MILES, OR 6 MONTHS

Engine Oil and Oil filter change service

Check and reset tire pressures

Check and inspect all fluid levels and conditions

Perform visual comprehensive vehicle inspection

Acura TL: 15000 MILES, 24000 KM, OR 12 MONTHS (1 YEAR)

Replace air cleaner element (30,000 except in dusty conditions)

Check parking brake adjustment

Lubricate locks and hinges

Clean antenna mast

Acura TL: 30000 MILES, 48000 KM, OR 24 MONTHS (2 YEARS)

Replace air cleaner element (Use normal schedule except in dusty conditions)

Inspect valve clearance [at 30000 miles (48000 km) only]

Replace spark plugs

Inspect and adjust drive belts

Replace transmission fluid (MT/AT/CVT)

Check parking brake adjustment

Lubricate locks and hinges

Clean antenna mast

Acura TL: 45000 MILES, 72000 KM, OR 36 MONTHS (3 YEARS)

Replace air cleaner element (Use normal schedule except in dusty conditions)

Replace engine coolant

Replace brake fluid

Check parking brake adjustment

Lubricate locks and hinges

Clean antenna mast

Acura TL: 60000 MILES, 96000 KM, OR 48 MONTHS (4 YEARS)

Replace air cleaner element (Use normal schedule except in dusty conditions)

Replace spark plugs

Inspect and adjust drive belts

Replace transmission fluid (MT/AT/CVT)

Check parking brake adjustment

Lubricate locks and hinges

Clean antenna mast

Acura TL: 75000 MILES, 120000 KM, OR 60 MONTHS (5 YEARS)

Replace air cleaner element (Use normal schedule except in dusty conditions)

Replace engine coolant

Check parking brake adjustment

Lubricate locks and hinges

Clean antenna mast

Acura TL: 90000 MILES, 144000 KM, OR 72 MONTHS (6 YEARS)

Replace air cleaner element (Use normal schedule except in dusty conditions)

Replace spark plugs

Inspect and adjust drive belts

Replace transmission fluid (MT/AT/CVT)

Inspect front and rear brakes

Replace brake fluid

Check parking brake adjustment

Lubricate locks and hinges

Clean antenna mast

Acura TL: 105000 MILES, 168000 KM, OR 84 MONTHS (7 YEARS)

Replace air cleaner element (Use normal schedule except in dusty conditions)

Replace timing belt and inspect water pump

Inspect idle speed

Replace engine coolant

Check parking brake adjustment

Lubricate locks and hinges

Clean antenna mast

Acura TL: 120000 MILES, 192000 KM, OR 96 MONTHS (8 YEARS)

Replace air cleaner element (Use normal schedule except in dusty conditions)

Replace spark plugs

Inspect and adjust drive belts

Replace transmission fluid (MT/AT/CVT)

Check parking brake adjustment

Lubricate locks and hinges

Clean antenna mast

Maintenance Notes:

Replace engine oil and oil filter every 5,000 miles (6000 km) or 6 months

Check engine oil and coolant at each fuel stop

Inspect front and rear brakes every 75000 miles (12000 km) or 6 months

Rotate tires every 7500 miles (12000 km)

Inspect Supplemental Restraint System 10 years after production

Visually inspect the following items every 7500 miles (12000 km) or 6 months:

Tie rod ends, steering gear box, and boots

Suspension components

Driveshaft boots

Visually inspect the following items every 15000 miles, 42000 km, or 12 months (1 year):

Brake hoses and lines (including ABS)

All fluid levels and condition of fluids

Cooling system hoses and connections

Exhaust system

Fuel lines and connections

Lights and controls

Vehicle underbody

Acura TL Owner Maintenance Checks:

You should check the following items at the specified intervals.

  • Engine oil level - Check every time you fill the fuel tank.
  • Engine coolant level - Check the radiator reserve tank every time you fill the fuel tank.
  • Windshield washer fluid - Check the level in the reservoir monthly. If weather conditions cause you to use the washers frequently, check the reservoir each time you stop for fuel.
  • Tires - Check the tire pressure monthly. Examine the tread for wear and foreign objects.
  • Lights - Check the operation of the headlights, parking lights, taillights, high-mount brake light, turn signals, brake lights, and license plate lights monthly.

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