TOP 10 COMMON ISSUES With An Acura Tsx

[@clintonc108]

'06 TSX here, changed the starter, power steering pump, a/c compressor, and even unplugged the bluetooth module last year cuz I thought it might be draining my battery. Turns out it was the starter causing it not to start. It's still unplugged by the way! Overall it's been a nice car that I've owed for 10 years with 182,000 miles currently.

[@RishMedia]

Lmaoo I’ve chased many problems and just throwing parts at it kinda learned overtime try not to so much.. 😭 These are great cars if we treat them right!

[@stuartdroberts1]

@@RishMedia My AC Comp went out 5 years ago. I decided that since it's not my daily driver I would open the windows. The stock starter lasted me 14 yrs before I had to put in a rebuild. Having to take off the intake manifold was a pain in the ass. But I really don't know where else they could have put it with the engine design.

[@RishMedia]

@@stuartdroberts1 goes to show oem parts last! The intake manifold isn’t as bad once you take it off once remove that bottom bracket it’s not needed and make it so much easier for any other time.

[@cvseth22]

@@stuartdroberts1 I have RSX RBC I manifold and it easy access

[@jennifermacedo8818]

where are you from lol

[@Kap2406]

A proud owner of 2005 TSX. Bought the one that was used as a dealership's test drive vehicle with 28 miles on it. Now, in 2024, it has 255K, so far had to replace a serpentine belt at 140K, engine coils at 170K, alternator at 243K. The very first that went out was the trunk button, then the passenger door actuator, then the driver door actuator (both for remote entry). That's basically it. Hoping with the proper care I'll get another 250K out this car. I also had a used 2006 TSX for my wife, it also had a passenger door actuator issues and a leaking steering actuator. I love this car so much, that I even bought my daughter a 2005 TSX as a first car, manufactured just a month after mine.

[@RishMedia]

DANG! your an OG love to hear it sounds like they've treated you very well! thanks for leaving your experience

[@johnnycruze7846]

I like you.

[@oneyegarage4152]

West Orlando here any carbon fiber parts out there

[@SKYKOP1972]

'08 TSX owner here. Original owner, bought her in '08 sitting on the showroom floor. She's an auto though. Wish I could go back and rethink that. Unfortunately too, my girl has had a target on her since day one. Hit solid in the front end once, rear ended twice at stop lights, and really hard hit side T-Boned directly at the left front wheel just sitting in a parking lot. She's really suffered from other people hitting her but she's still soldiering on and fortunately with 85K on her now, she's been very dependable. I appreciate your channel. My goal is for her to out live me. So far, so good. A couple back in July offered me $12K cash for her. Their daughter was going off to college in August and needed a car. They saw her sitting at Kroger and when I came out of the store they were admiring her and asked if I'd consider selling her. Keep up the great work.

[@RishMedia]

Damn dudeee theres not many OG tsx owners! Still a very solid car thats super unfortunate other peoples bs and driving habits put some hurt on her. Still super fresh and low mileage, just keep it thriving bro doing great! Thank you for the support 🙏🏻

[@huanbuilt]

Spoke facts, I’ve replaced literally everything you mentioned on my 04 😂

[@RishMedia]

Becoming a more common thing as these cars get older 😭

[@manuelfernandez8935]

I just bought an 04 it got some problems with the battery (massive drain) so I tried some stuff but it didn’t work the Bluetooth didn’t either I just left it disconnected if some on ya know what it could be pls let me know id appreciate the help

[@Neverbackdown4-r9x]

Do u use premium fuel?

[@CarManic]

I’m literally fittin to replace this shit too- bro wtffff

[@k3vinfr3sh]

i have a 2006 tsx but got it around 2014/2015 w/ 70ish thousand miles. lets just say ive experienced all the repairs or about all of them youve mentioned lol. this video hit right in the feels

[@k3vinfr3sh]

literally replaced my alternator this past weekend too

[@RishMedia]

Ayyeee thanks for popping by and leaving your experience! I’ve definitely learned my lessons with my last Tsx chasing problems and all 😂

[@33-XRP]

I got a 04 tsx with over 300,000 miles only thing I had to replace are the common stuff like any car starter and alternator all new ac. Still a good fun car and still gets looks going to keep mines for a while💯 looking to change out all old parts this year

[@RishMedia]

Hell yeah! Nice to see higher miled Tsx getting taken care of 🔥🙏🏻

[@tammytrew7256]

I have an 04 that has 228 on it and I hope I can make ot last to 300! That's awesome! I don't know though as whomever had ot before me did not do it justice. I've had to do brakes all the way around, two bearings, and now I am havibg a strange intermittent headlight issue. I live in WA so your comment about rust... yep, that could be an issue at some point for me. I have to say it's a relief to hear you mention the 1st - 2nd gear issue because I thought I was losing it! I will have owned this for 2 years on 6/13. I yhink my AC compressor has gone out, and of course that happened on a record day here last year where it hit 108 beginning of June!

[@Neverbackdown4-r9x]

Do u have premium fuel

[@stuartdroberts1]

I live in Massachusetts where the roads are salted regularly. One major issues that I have found is corrosion damage to the body and panels on the driver's side. If you live in a similar climate take your wheels and fender liners off and check for rust. Also check the pinch weld lift points, ESP. on the front driver's side. It's very common for the entire portion to completely rust out. After a full desalinization I use POR 15 regularly. Your car can be mechanically sound but if the body starts to rot out from underneath you it's a losing battle in the long term.

[@RishMedia]

Yeah I know all about that being in CT all my life lol shitty roads ontop of the massive amount of rust the dump around

[@ginas9283]

I love this video. I have an acura tsx 2006 that has 172k and still going strong... I can relate to this video with parts I had to change so far. Keep up the good work!

[@RishMedia]

Alot of it is some common maintenance after so many miles. They are older cars so most have came to that point, but they’re solid when wanted to be lol. Thanks for stopping in! 🙏🏻

[@sixactions2554]

A problem I struggled with for a long time on my 07 was total power and electrical failure. The car would basically shut off sitting at a red light or electronics would malfunction while driving. I did some research and sometimes this could be related to ECU failure from moisture leaking onto the circuit board causing it to rust. I took mine out and it was fine. Others suggested changing the battery ground cable even if it looks in good condition still. I did so with an OEM one and that seemed to solve the issue. No more problems with that, fingers crossed. Another problem that I am having, which is more of an annoyance, is that during idle with AC on the car vibrates tremendously. That’s the problem I’m currently working. Otherwise, best car I’ve ever owned. Love my TSX 6speed.

[@RishMedia]

I had kinda a weird similar problem it ended up being my knock sensor car was going crazy and in limp mode sputters the whole nine yards lol.. And the vibration at Idle check out your motor mounts even maybe the tranny mounts see how they’re doing!

[@riza4086]

I believe that was on a recall note for the moisture leaking into the ECU. And they put a protective cover on it later on.

[@RishMedia]

@@riza4086 yup there was I think they literally put some sort of tape on it lol

[@Manguerah]

My car started smoking behind the radio in my 04'.... So it's curtains for the radio...gotts probably replace the entire radio, harness and all...

[@dillonsousa6818]

Did you ever solve the vibration noise at idle with the ac!?

[@Onelovej]

2004 Tsx 290k hear 6sd running strong

[@RishMedia]

Hell yeah that’s what I like to hear! 💪🏻

[@Onelovej]

@@RishMedia I got some dope mods still not done!!!!

[@RishMedia]

@@Onelovej keep it up man! Got a lot to this build myself so plenty of videos!

[@Onelovej]

@@RishMedia 💯

[@kevinftw16]

2006 Acura TSX 6 speed manual with 320k miles. Runs and drives great. Just bought it off the original owner. Needs rotors-pads all around and two rear wheel bearings. Hopefully once I start daily driving it I won't find many more problems.

[@jamiebexley7125]

I appreciate you appreciating us ! God I miss mine so bad. I upgraded to a dope 2012 civic LX 🤣😒

[@RishMedia]

Still a solid car! Just not as “sporty” but we both ain’t fast anyways 😭

[@jamiebexley7125]

@@RishMedia I still drive it like it has a 4piston k24 😂

[@RishMedia]

@@jamiebexley7125 only way to do it 🤌🏼

[@albertojuarez8324]

My 06 just hit 270k it’s by far the most reliable car I’ve owned I have replaced things like my radiator starter battery atleast 3 times in the 8 years I’ve owned it also the racking pin and I’m about to replace motor mounts soon and front shocks love these cars the k series is a solid engine also the transmission has been really good to me it’s stock never had any issues with that overall the tsx is an awesome car and fun to drive

[@RishMedia]

Exactly man you treat these right do some usual maintenance, they’ll do you good to! So many Tsx’s going on 300k+ miles but unfortunately a lot of people neglect them too. Big reason why they are becoming more popular and expensive.

[@caseydominguez5071]

Cracked clutch pedal bracket....I was swapping parts out left and right trying to figure out why it grinded going into reverse.. Then saw that in a forum and low and behold mine was cracked all the way down

[@RishMedia]

Yuppp I over looked that one, dealt with it on my last one as well forgot to mention! Thanks for including it. 💪🏻

[@RichieSnake28]

Thanks for this been happening to me i was wonder why it kept happening much apprecaited

[@abb05]

I've been binging pretty much all your videos, they're really helpful thanks a lot dude. I'm looking to get one as my first car for my 18th bday in a few months 🙏

[@RishMedia]

Thanks a ton dude!! Make sure to get something clean and 6 speed, wait around till you find the right one trust me. I started the same time got my blue one when i was 18 didn’t even know how to drive manual lmao

[@abb05]

@@RishMedia Thanks for the tips, whatever happens my first car will DEFINITELY be a manual haha 🙏

[@RishMedia]

@@abb05 hell yeah man! Wish you the best on finding a gem 💎

[@abb05]

@@RishMedia thanks a bunch! 😁

[@XBKLYN]

I'll give you two more for the 2011 thru 2014 series: 1. Scratch prone interior door pulls...makes your TSX look like a 24/7 Uber car. 2. Defective VTC accuator in the 2.4 motor. Swap it out, new one goes bad in 30 days.

[@RishMedia]

dang that cheaper plastics SMH! but yeah i get that slight noise at cold starts lol.. been letting it rock can't do that job atm.

[@RishMedia]

The amount of love & growth from this video has been absolutely amazing! THANK YOU SO MUCH! ❤️ What Tsx content do you want to see!?

[@thateditorali]

🙏🏽🤍🤝

[@ixnn._]

I have an 06 and the Bluetooth thing gonna get unplugged for a little, it vibrates and from time to time when I brake and hit the gas battery light turns on & off. Don’t know what that could be

[@RishMedia]

Hmmm and no CEL? Make sure you battery connection is tight and battery isn’t moving. Also check your ground connections. Sounds like something’s a bit loose

[@Kantoh22]

Nice things to list, but I generally havent had issues with those parts, until later miles, and if I went aftermarket, I was changing them out again. Always try to go denso with your starters, alternators, and so forth IF possible. Aftermarket axles suck when you get them for a manual. They are not the right size for the driver side. Unsure if it was a tad bit shorter, or longer. Things that should also be listed: HID Ballasts can get water in them or rust, if you live in areas with a lot of rain/snow. I sealed mine better with silicone Clutch pedal cracks causing your clutch to prematurely go out. Door Lock actuators commonly need to be replaced Front Compliance Bushings commonly need to be replaced Climate control lights might go out. Believe it or not, its the headunit/cd player portion that snaps into the back that fixes that. I replaced mine, and Im good. New ones can be found on ebay even. Dome lights dont work with new bulbs even. The switch is the issue. Replace that. Exhaust tips hang uneven. Get new hangers or better ones. I went with polyurethane. Worked perfect for years. Rattle on start up? Its the VTC cam gear. I still have not replaced mine. Hesitation while accelerating? The accelerator sensor most likely is the culprit. Its part number 37971-RBB-003. Sorry for the copy and paste. Driver heated seat not working? Eh. I replaced my seat. Now that one isnt working after 3 years. 😒 And I think thats it. 😂 You covered the rest.

[@RishMedia]

Woooo a big list! Most of those I think I haven’t really dealt with maybe the door actuator definitely the pedal crack is one I missed. Thank you for your feedback man!

[@Kantoh22]

@@RishMedia Not a problem man! Always here to help if anything! Please keep the content coming!!!

[@RishMedia]

Always man!! Trying to find out what people like to see and kinda go off that a bit, grinding to grown bigger. 🙏🏻

[@Kantoh22]

@@RishMedia I hear you! Honestly, you dont see much content for these cars. So whoever owns them would love to see ANYTHING dealing with them, from maintenance, to someone trying out aftermarket parts, races, common issues/fixes, and so forth. You'll do great.

[@RishMedia]

Hell yeee that’s what this channels all about! 💪🏻

[@jstorm9010]

Damn... I changed starter, rack and pinion, ball joints front struts, radiator, head gasket, driver side window motor, master control switch alongside the other 3 window switches, all four actuators, rear upper control arms, front upoer control arms, rear sway bar rubber and link ends, radio, speakers. Damn i changed a lot.

[@RishMedia]

Gahhhh damn lmaoo you and i both… currently have me engine out and apart again 🙃

[@SonnyCrockett22]

04 here. 109k. Awesome condition. Starter giving me trouble as we speak. Battery fine. Also door actuators! My driver side is out. Have to manually lock. And didn't hear the console backlighting mentioned. Radio and climate functions work fine, but none of the buttons light up. Thankfully, I can remember where everything is at night. Still a great car.

[@RishMedia]

Yeah sounds like some aging issues, these cars aren’t the newest anymore but still really good! 🙌🏼

[@davereeves4232]

Great video. Thanks. I have an '06 had the rack and pinion replaced by a neighbor. I did the alternator. Need to do the power steering pump. Did all sorts of under carriage suspension work some by me (use the Diablo sawzall blades they cut way better than others). Dreamy to drive though and now at 240K.

[@RishMedia]

Oh yeah a little TLC and these cars are solid, those rubbers bushings ware out in time. I gotta do some replacing on the daily tighten up the steering and smoothness.

[@cvseth22]

I'm about to go change my starting rack tomorrow and my AC compressor is bad ,I have a little vibration issue coming from the left side, I already rebuild my power steering pump and my alternator sometimes winds a little. But I love my TSX and I still think its pretty reliable, had it since 2017

[@RishMedia]

Ooof steering rack isn’t the most fun job with the space, swapped mine out while the motors out of the car lol. Hopefully Detroit axle will be fine. But yeah that notorious wine through your speakers lmao

[@RIKDDY]

Definitely doing my shift cables and motor/trans mounts soon. But good info on the ball joints and intermediate shaft. Much love

[@RishMedia]

Get them done, maintenance is important 🙌🏼 Thanks for the support!

[@jose2540]

Damn, it's been a minute since i watched this channel. last time i was on here there was a blue tsx 2 stepping. nice content!

[@RishMedia]

Thanks for coming back to check out the channel again! 🙏🏻

[@ITSXLOW]

ITS THE BLUETOOTH! That part was hilarious lmao

[@RishMedia]

When In doubt always blame the Bluetooth 😂

[@natedostalik3538]

I just got an 04 6mt as my first stick car and I thought I was going crazy because no matter how smoothly I let off the clutch 1st to second is always so rough, glad to know it’s not just me 😂😂

[@RishMedia]

I still have the issue tbh lol and its alot of factors to it too

[@Red88Rex]

dude I've exclusively driven manual for 20 years, and I still can't get first gear right in this car half the time. the lag is terrible

[@natedostalik3538]

@@Red88Rex it’s horrible half the time I shift to second the whole car jerks😭

[@noto3402]

Got a 04 tsx with 240k miles it is automatic the onky problem I had over the years was the transmission just giving out and the ac compressor other than that it works fine then again it is a daily and completely stock

[@RishMedia]

Better to keep it that way! Sounds like its been a real solid daily 💪🏻

[@jswallet]

I got my daughter a 2007 TSX from a friend, as her first car. I love driving it. It had 110k miles on it, and it's like new. I just wish it was manual. It should last a long time.

[@RishMedia]

They’re great cars! Low miles and clean PLEASE cherish it cause people neglect these awesome cars to much.

[@doghorsefish9320]

This vid helped me figure out why my 1st to 2nd feels shitty, the delay valve in the clutch master cylinder. I’m upgrading to the em2 asap. Thanks G!

[@RishMedia]

Hell yeah!! Glad my video could be of help man 🙌🏼

[@keep_it_low_bro]

Riiiish, everyday I get on YT and see your car In a thumbnail I'm like "Damn I love how low your car is " I like that year better than my 05 for the bumper, it's more up to date and sleek.

[@RishMedia]

Aww shucks ☺️ thanks dude! Yeah the facelift is a bit different and the lip kits but maybe do a facelift if you’d like or try to find a 07-08!

[@keep_it_low_bro]

@@RishMedia You're welcome bro. I may try to do the face-lift, if i spend money over $2k its going to an all Motor build 😎 Can't lie, difference in body style, hp and a manual is calling me. I was thinking if I all motor my 05 I'd probably get either an 06-08 to keep the project car off the road but that bitch is screaming for power, it does not make sense to put 93 in this car without POWAAAAA Parts 🤣

[@RishMedia]

Tbh I wouldn’t go a all motor build in a auto Tsx won’t be as fun imo if you plan to go all out try to find a 07/08 6 speed for sure

[@keep_it_low_bro]

@@RishMedia Yes that's true, definitely won't be fun driving a slap stick with excessive power under the hood. 6 speed It is 😎

[@RishMedia]

Let’s gooo! 😈

[@Heaven_citiz3n]

2004 Tsx manual. changed the power steering pump but still leaking. What could be the issue? Also, the high-pressure hose is fairly new too.

[@RishMedia]

Did you replace the O rings with new OEM ones? They had a recall at some point for being defective/leaking.

[@northkarachigottalent4527]

That rattling noise i faced in my several tsx's, timing of cam chain issues with engine, A/C compressor was my issue in 08, vibrating axle shaft was with 04 TSX I had, however my 08 so far was the best honda I ever purchased in life... I was its second owner, first owner was a gentle man !

[@RishMedia]

My 04 had alot of random issues since thats the first year of the US TSXs i just got the iffy one. 😂 but these cars are great i just cant leave them alone so its down more then driving now.

[@troytruong8246]

Finally!!!! An Honest accord or tsx owners. Ive seen many owners lie about their experience with the car. These fuckers mislead many potential owners.

[@RishMedia]

Forreal! Most videos I’ve watched regarding this kinda topic they just bash the car or not give people the genuine info. These cars are great but can be a pita with weird issues happening just like any other cars though.

[@hennychaser9191]

I have a 04 tsx and my ac compressor, power steering and both lower control arms were cooked 😭 fixed them all and now I’m driving smoothly

[@RishMedia]

Love to hear it man! Gotta get those general maintenance done have these things good as new!

[@chmeee9562]

I have had my 2006 Acura TSX for 17 years and put 250k miles on it. I have definately had to replace / repair some items on your list: 1. Power Steering Pump 2. Starter 3. Alternator 4. Bluetooth Not on your list: 1. Ignition coils 2. Oil pump 3. PCB for interior button lights

[@RishMedia]

Yup most of it is just overtime mileage/age maintenance but solid cars!

[@millll111lllI]

Had most of these. Also the Navigation disk read error is a super common one and happens to TLs also.

[@RishMedia]

Yeah I’ve gotten weird errors with the disc read but never fully stopped working thankfully

[@j-tag4913]

I figured out cheap fix for DVD drive issue. you take the DVD drive in the truck apart and get number off of the actual disk drive inside of it and go to the junk yard, i pulled one from an 08 accord took it apart and had the same number on it and only paid $12.50 took home swapped and been working great ever since.

[@Al404DVP]

04 220k 6spd manual white. Only the starter z gone for me off your long list! Along with a couple of other things. Will drive it as long as possible. Don't have to deal with annoying auto trannies, auto start/stop, cylinder deactivation, turbo issues.....

[@RishMedia]

These cars have been great for me but just the typical maintenance stuff and my hard driving style 😂

[@arice4839]

Can someone PLEASE assist me. I'm lost. I have an 05 tsx. It's now jerking and popping on the vsa light and the exclamation inside the triangle. I've changed the spark plugs, the starter, the brake sensor, and had the alternator checked.

[@RishMedia]

The VSA issue is a tricky thing cause so many stuff seem to trigger that. Look up about your abs module you can try to reset it with a certain procedure that’s on KZbin. Gotta jump pins I think 1 and 9 on your obd2 and press some bottoms in a certain sequence to get those to turn off.

[@arice4839]

Thanks for responding. I'll give that a try. Thank you!

[@RishMedia]

@@arice4839 hope it helps some, best of luck!

[@arice4839]

@rish thank you!

[@arice4839]

@@RishMedia thanks. Even if it doesn't, it's a start in the right direction.

[@godzilla_son4383]

Hi I have a 2007 tsx recently had a weak crank and then now it just won’t crank no more, when your trying to crank it all the lights on dash comes on radio everything works just no response I have change the starter and ignition switch still no progress. The battery is about 5 months old I’m not sure what else to look at next hope u can help me out thanks.

[@RishMedia]

I’d say get your battery tested, also check your ground wires. Could also check the voltage coming from the alternator see if it’s charging proper. Also can try to unplug the Bluetooth module it can be causing a drainage issue.

[@eh-zq3pv]

I have the 2004 and sometimes when I start the car it won't ignite and turn it off and try again then it starts, sometimes it will start and when you try to raise the car it won't raise and will have to turn it off and start it again and it will raise. Please do you have any similar problem like this and what might be the cause? Thanks

[@RishMedia]

Wdym by the raising car part? lost me there tbh, it could be numerous things. Any CEL, other kind of problems how many miles in the car, maybe a fuel cut/fuel pump issue but not sure.

[@EassideJo]

Ball joints and and alternator went out this month and got them fix.

[@RishMedia]

Did you get the ball joint pop out moment? I hope not!

[@montrellrobinson120]

How do you know you need ball joints in just asking because I have the same car

[@RishMedia]

@@montrellrobinson120 usually you get kind of a squeaking when turning maybe like a creeking Look under see how the boots looking if it’s torn but depending on miles like 120K+ should’ve been changed already

[@goku1976]

Hey 👋🏼 got a 07 mt6 …..did the a/c,power steering…..now it’s vsa triangle light almost no power from the engine 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@RishMedia]

Vsa light doesn’t normally take away your power, need a scanner on that to check for any codes etc

[@goku1976]

@@RishMedia I’ll let you know code ….. every time it started without vsa warning ⚠️ it revs normally until vsa light turns on and it doesn’t go over 2k rpm 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@goku1976]

@@RishMedia ok so VSA codes 2601 and 2176 ……it’s says throttle body-throttle idle not learnt 🤷🏻‍♂️🥴wtf lol

[@norwegianblue2017]

I have a 2011 TSX V6. So far, the only non-consumable that it needed was the starter. And that just happened this year.

[@RishMedia]

Not to shabby! Got the nice v6!

[@thanksagain2335]

Ik this like 2 years ago but what if your rpm gage not working?? I got a 04 an the rpm gage doesn’t work.

[@RishMedia]

Honestly can just be something on the circuit board fried out, or could be a wiring thing/sensor behind the cluster.

[@MrOutshine1]

Parasitic battery drain issue was resolved in my 2007 TSX by disconnecting the trunk mounted DVD NAV unit.

[@RishMedia]

nice! can also disconnect the bluetooth module under the glove box area

[@MrOutshine1]

@@RishMedia yep did that first but still had a parasitic battery drain issue until the trunk mounted NAV DVD player was disconnected. Thanks!

[@Dino-ql9wv]

had mines for 3 years everything you said was facts, but I swear in my area at least, no tsx has a working glove box or sun visors

[@RishMedia]

Lmaoo these cars do get some weird ass issues tho randomly at that

[@tkleo2006]

06 TSX with 112K. The glove box does not work. Sun visors still work.

[@sukhdeepnahal7222]

I have just replaced my front crank seal cuz oil is splahed everywhere. Would it be the power steering pump? Or what is the common issue for a oil leak?

[@RishMedia]

Its hard to say from your description, oil pressure switch, vtec solenoid, rear main seal, valve cover, timing chain cover etc

[@bikelifejb9875]

I have a 2005 tsx an I’m have problems with my temperature gauge going up and down like it wants to Run Hot it didn’t start doing that until I recharge my A/C . Do you have any idea what that issue could be ?

[@RishMedia]

Are your fans kicking on, relays working, fluids filled in the radiator and reservoirs filled? Maybe your thermostat is playing some games, Also looking into your heatercore could be a variety of things. Could be something more simple of a fix, or like a heatercore thats a bish.

[@bikelifejb9875]

@@RishMedia I did a pressure test an I found out it was my radiator it was leaking.

[@MichaelWaller-s8y]

04 tsx.i have a problem with water on the passenger rear floor.heard it was a common problem and can’t find out where it comes from.

[@RishMedia]

I had that issue with my first Tsx, make sure your door seals are fully pushed in and seated and no extra tears. Then I’d also get an air compressor open your sunroof and blow air down the drains and see if it’s clogged up or not.

[@209ers]

I have an 06' tsx and when I come to a stop, my hood would always rattle. I check the motor mounts and they are all fine. What do you think it would be ?

[@RishMedia]

Check like your hood latching it may not be sitting right or resting of metal and making it chatter. Kinda the only thing I’m thinking of atm

[@gloums]

Adjust your hood latch. It's adjustable.

[@209ers]

@@gloums I never messed with the hood latch, why would it all of a sudden get loose?

[@209ers]

@@RishMedia checked the latch, it's fine

[@gloums]

@@209ers Try rattling your hood. If there's movement then it's your latch or adjust the rubber stoppers at the far ends. After replacing my front engine mount I would still hear rattling from the hood. I adjusted the latch and it's much now.

[@ZDriver1996]

2005 Acura TSX 194k owned since 2009. She looks nearly new still. . Biggest Issue I have is that this car will never die and saves me loads of cash. If i were like some people and got a new car ever 4-7 years, assuming averaging a $500 car payment, I would have spent $84,000 to date on car payments. If we assuming increased cost of insuring a newer vehicle, dealer fees etc were pushing $100,000. Calculate in opportunity cost of not being able to invest that $ were talking $130,000ish. So when I look at my bank account I know that my Acura TSX helped contribute to the number i see 😀. Blackstone lab oil results show that the Engine and Transmission have lots of life left.

[@RishMedia]

love to hear it man, these cars are troopers for sure and can get them for a pretty decent price! just keep er maintained and it'll keep on giving! That's what I'm looking to do more investing to make bigger accomplishments.

[@06is350]

04 tsx had a alternate failure at 207k power steering rack and pinon failure and full break assembly replaced full suspension rebuild

[@RishMedia]

That’s not terrible, some of that is typical sometimes they last for awhileee.

[@stang1892]

I have a 07 tsx. When driving it makes a woom woom woom noise in the front. On turns at lower speeds its a little louder. Starts around 30 and up. Could it be described in the video or something else ?

[@RishMedia]

That almost sounds like a wheel bearing your describing. You can check by lifting up each wheel and see if there’s any wheel play back and forth.

[@Joeylucio22]

I'm considering trading labor cost for this vehicle and you got me double thinking LMAO bro was that beer? Lol dude just threw the notes out

[@RishMedia]

It’s really just issues that happen over time with age and especially if previous owners don’t upkeep and treat them right. But there’s those few things that just go bad or prematurely give out though. Just like any car really.

[@johnathontruong968]

About the master cylinder problem. I did a clutch job on my 04 tsx and it has an issue going into 1rst gear sometimes. It has a crunching sound once i put it into first gear but if i put it into second gear first then put into 1rst gear its fine no crunching sound. Do you think this would be my master cylinder? Maybe the clutch fluid isnt going through as much?? Thoughts??

[@RishMedia]

What clutch master is it and clutch did you use? You maybe just need to adjust the clutch pedal a little to help it out. Make sure your slave or CMC doesn’t have a leak.

[@efraindiazeze2641]

I have an 04 tsx and in the winter it gives me trouble starting. It sounds like it's doesn't want to start,after the 3 turn of the key then it starts. Wat could that be.??

[@RishMedia]

Sounds like your starter is probably acting up, most likely alternator is next up in line.

[@madgreek253]

Sounds like your battery is going out. Same thing happened in my 04. Got a new battery and had no issues. Same with my 09.

[@RishMedia]

@@madgreek253 this as well can be either of the culprits tbh

[@efraindiazeze2641]

Thank u

[@chevron32]

Everything you said is fact 💯 they happened to me. But you forgot the pulley tensioner rattle sound is Also an issue. Honestly these are just wear and tear situation. Not really an issue that happens under 100k miles.

[@RishMedia]

Yup most of the stuff is just a over time maintenance kind of thing. 100k is basically just breaking in the car fully and shouldn’t of needed many bigger repairs.

[@TIMELESSDREAD]

The issue I'm having right now is that the power outlets arnt grounded so I can't plug anything in all the fuses work but not the sockets. I don't know how to fix it pls I'd love some feedback

[@RishMedia]

Honestly electrical stuff is my weakest link 😅😅 but with that always look at your ground cables, 2 of them make sure not they’re not all old and beat up and the connections are proper. Then making sure battery terminals/connections are good and clean.

[@daniellindsay1320]

My 2006 Acura TSX has a rattle in the glove box area when rolling. Glove box open or closed makes no difference. Any ideas?

[@RishMedia]

Hmm damn lol and positive it’s coming from there? Does it open and closer perfectly fine? Would say maybe one of the plastics or thing part of the glove box movement broke off or something loose

[@NinaBabyTV]

Navi version, why can’t I access the “more” page on the top right of the setup screen? I don’t have the disc if that matters.

[@RishMedia]

Not entirely sure as I haven’t dealt with that, maybe it’s because of the disc?

[@elizabethgrace8770]

I have an 2004 TSX and my problem is the casa/radio and clock lights are dim and I have to use my flashlight on my phone to see the time or to change the station like the lights work they are just really dim and I’ve tried the knob on the dash but it only brightens up the dash lights. Plsssss HELPPPPPP

[@RishMedia]

Cant fully remember what people said about that id suggest changing out the fuses that deal with any lights or dash stuff. If that doesn’t work then possibly the the center console stuff are starting to go.

[@theycallme_z6232]

06 tsx owner here, how come my cluster doesn’t show a shifter display such as PRNDL or the Manual display

[@RishMedia]

Like it doesn’t have it at all in it or doesn’t light up? If it’s not there at all maybe you have a manual cluster swapped which is odd. Or the LED lighting on the cluster mother board fried

[@Sleepwokkr]

Good and informative video. I have an '06 and lately it's been struggling to start. Like its real slow and labored but it does still start. Battery, alternator, compression all checked out fine. So I'm guessing the starter is going?

[@RishMedia]

Yeahhh sounds like it could be the starter! Assuming you’re not getting a parasitic battery drainage from the Bluetooth module.

[@drippy2mixy]

My new tsx guy for sure I feel almost all that has been said heavy on the drain and heavy on the Ac not doing it’s job

[@RishMedia]

Ayeee thanks for joining in 💪🏻

[@Everydayliving_1]

05 Tsx here, I changed my alternator like every 3 years, whenever I hear the whining sound now I just change it, before it goes out on me.

[@RishMedia]

i hear ya i do hear that on my daily when i have my volume turned up

[@mackbell]

I'm original owner of 16 years and have had to replace the battery numerous times. I finally unplugged the damn bluetooth after getting another new battery. We'll see if it fixes it.

[@mackbell]

Also, yes, Power Steering pump leaking but so far so good, only have had to replace the clutch and two interior bulbs.

[@RishMedia]

Bluetooth thing definitely should help maybe could be a alternator draining too. But if power steering is leaking through the lines just replace the o rings theyve been recalled.

[@cgpanda8682]

I'm running into the rack and i thought man i should have checked everything before getting it turns out that's the life of the tsx

[@RishMedia]

Yeah man some things are general and go out over time of course but more prematurely when people don’t take care of em

[@cgpanda8682]

@@RishMedia I just got the car not that long ago and was my fault not checking the tie rods now I need a whole suspension 🙃 thank you for replying though if you know any websites let me know please 🙏

[@RishMedia]

@@cgpanda8682not a problem Man but for cheaper but still decent brand suspension stuff get MOOG on rock auto Then there’s your kseriesparts & heeltoeauto for a bit of everything

[@markpell5654]

07 TSX delay in gas pedal making it have a dead spot then surge forward. No codes yet. Kind of dangerous on takeoff. Pedal position sensor? Or does that always throw a code?

[@RishMedia]

Could be likely definitely would have to be sensor wise or maybe even a throttle body not opening fully/dirty?

[@markpell5654]

@@RishMedia Thsnk you I’ll try some cleaner n maybe spray the mass sensor eith that cleaner. Maybe I’ll run fuel injector cleaner through it. I have a steep gravel drive n if I let off gas to less than half pedal it acts like it’s getting no gas at all. Does it on level parking lot too

[@RishMedia]

@@markpell5654 hmm yeah thats strange do those steps cause it’s relatively easy and cheap see if anything improves. Whats the milage and AT or MT?

[@markpell5654]

@@RishMedia 200k miles automatic trans. I got it for $1200 right before pandemic hit. Even on a level surface like a parking lot if I touch gas pedal about 1/4 down , nothing , like I’m not touching it , then jumps forward like I’ve goosed it.

[@RishMedia]

@@markpell5654 gah damn that is strange throttle cables gotta be stretched or something

[@MrMoon-bu2xi]

Never had any of thise problems with my daily driver two full time jobs smashing and racing everyone in the highway, the only things that went were the power steering, alternator starter, and just now after 190,000 miles my clutch master. After that awesome car! 2005 Acura Tsx 2005 the best ones!

[@RishMedia]

glad to hear yours has been pretty simple general maintenance good stuff!

[@MrMoon-bu2xi]

Yeah not bad i love these cars i think the 2005 ones came out a little stronger than the rest of the tsx’s once the extra electrical stuff gets added on i think thats where the issues start.

[@elijahmartinez3266]

I have a 2005 tsx. For some reason I have gone threw 3 axels in a week. Not beating on the car either. I don’t know what it is. I wanna change the motor mounts and the lower control arm to see if that works. Do you know anything about that

[@RishMedia]

What problems are you having that you went through 3 axles in a week that sounds odd.. what axles did you go with? Our cars don’t like after market axles, some might be funky right out the box and you’ll always get a vibration. If it’s your passenger side take a look at your half shaft too, bearing might be shot and making noise/shaking. Was my culprit before!

[@jonathanmeza161]

I have a 2006 automatic and my issue is the AC. Can't get it to even turn on. I changed the AC pressure switch and line even a new compressor. Changed the fuse n relay box that got my radiator fans to work Wich is had issues wit to but is fixed.

[@RishMedia]

Sometimes things like that are a chasing game, theres ways to do tests to dumb down the options. But glad ya got it working though!

[@TestIng-iq1kq]

Great video. However, those are not common issues with the TSX, but with any 20 year old Honda or even other brands. All wear and tear parts will eventually require replacement.

[@RishMedia]

I mean they are cause those are the common things to go with the tsx. If it maybe just regular maintenance type stuff.

[@user-wk4ho5kw7z]

Thanks man now I know why my car is vibrating got to change my axle soon

[@RishMedia]

Yessir it also can be your half shaft aswell

[@Davextio]

I know I am late to this but with the Accord CL9s the Accelerator Pedal Positioner (APP) Sensor being faulty is very common amongst most Accords, could be the same for the TSX's. This is usually why after driving for a while the car goes into Limp Mode, Usually the Engine and VSA Light comes on when this happens.

[@RishMedia]

Yup it has happened to me once or twice before in the past, definitely a more problematic issue I do see amongst the groups.

[@michaelgargano2743]

I have an automatic 07 tsx that has a slight hesitation from a stopped position. Any idea what to look for?

[@RishMedia]

Not exactly cause that could be quite a few things, any CEL? Possible something to do with like the throttle body or the tps giving throttle delay.

[@TheDash3374]

I had to replace the EPS but Acura covered it under an "extended" warranty. I don't have a warranty, by the way. The dealer cost was $1,500, but Acura paid for the replacement. I have a 2012 TSX with 105K miles.

[@RishMedia]

Atleast it was covered cause gahhh damnn lmaoo

[@justinperry3870]

Bought a 04 TSX AT w/ 62k miles. Hearing a loud whining noise when in sport shift mode at higher RPM’s. Sounds like a supercharger. I turned the speaker volume off so I don’t believe it’s coming from the speakers. Any idea where it could be coming from?

[@RishMedia]

Hmmm and you dont have any codes or weird issues? I almost feel like it still can happen when the radio is off dont remember if it was like that for me. Could be one of the pulley bearings or just the alternator. But try to get that and your battery tested first.

[@montrellrobinson120]

Wassup rish my 2006 tsx is ticking before I got the oil change. What could it be will SEA FOAM will fix the ticking noise?

[@RishMedia]

It’s ticking after the oil change too? Make sure enough oil but also it may need a valve adjustment

[@jayythekiid4904]

Yo bro a close family friend is selling a 2009 tsx with 73k miles on it for 5k he told me ac dosnt work and there's just wear and tear on the driver seat is there anything I should look for in particular

[@RishMedia]

Honestly for the miles and price can’t really go wrong “MOST” stuff starts happening around 90k-110k mile marks but really just maintenance that needs to be kept up with

[@dden2240]

Bluetooth giving feedback to person on the other end. 2013 TSX. Your thoughts

[@RishMedia]

As in what speaking back to you through speakers?? Never had a CU2 to really experience that

[@dden2240]

@@RishMedia the person I'm talking to hears a loud buzzing noise. They can't hear me. Has happened on different phone and it's the car Bluetooth.

[@RishMedia]

@@dden2240 honestly i dont really know maybe the blue tooth module is going out?

[@dden2240]

Will check that. Thanks

[@cheko4440]

How many miles would these Acura’s last? I’m looking to purchase one that’s sitting at 200k

[@RishMedia]

Really depends how they were maintained by previous owners, theres people who are up there in the mileage 200k-500k and even a few are higher. Just gotta treat them right and use good parts!

[@joshuapereira3728]

I'm pulling a u0122 code I got new vsa module and it says abs motor relay open or short and my DLC is loose.. there has to be a short somewhere what's the easiest wait to go about finding it to fix it? I just have a multimeter and good launch scanner it's a 06

[@RishMedia]

Hmm damn I haven’t really dealt with much like that, maybe look into your fuses make sure whichever for the abs/vsa and stuff is good. Make sure your alternator is reading I think like 14.7 or something may have to double check. Also double check your ground wires make sure they’re not all beat up especially thicker green one on the left side. Then double check your wires/connections that nothings loose or exposed

[@hashimkazmi6759]

Hey, my 06 TSX has got this strange issue where it vibrates violently after driving for 30minutes plus. Prior to that, at whatever speed, its fine. After the violent vibrations, which calls to pull over to the side of the road, I wait a couple minutes and as I drive off, the vibrations stop. Any idea what that may be causing it? I've tried my mechanic and he's adamant that the trans is failing, but I do not feel any transmission related issue. Any ideas what I need to fix? I'm completely clueless..

[@RishMedia]

Hey man are you an auto or manual and what kind of shake is it? The whole car, feel it in the steering/wheels? Are you getting any sort of CEL code’s? Can maybe like a knock sensor ive had something similar but it gave a code for it. I drove my car, went to move it to another spot at my destination and when i started the car is was shaking like crazy

[@hashimkazmi6759]

@@RishMedia Thanks for the reply man, appreciate it! Mine's an auto, and the shake is the whole car. Extremely violent shaking which forces me to pull over. The steering, the brake pedal, everything. But the strangest part is that after pulling over for like 5 minutes, I try to drive off again and everything's back to normal. No codes either. Recently had a bad o2 sensor, got it replaced. Got the control arms replaced too recently. I love the car but not the fear of this shaking makes me not go any long distances anymore.

[@RishMedia]

@@hashimkazmi6759 and your trans doesnt slip at all?? Thats strange would’ve thought some sort or code would show, does vtec hit fine in the car? Just thinking what else, cause i havent dealt with that other then my knock sensor

[@hashimkazmi6759]

@@RishMedia Trans seem just fine to me. Gear shifts are just fine. No noises or anything. No codes whatsoever. vtec hits fine too, haven't noticed anything off there. Again, the strangest thing is that the shaking doesn't happen constantly. It happens only after I've driven 25-30 minutes or longer and then fixes itself after a momentary pause. I have doubts that perhaps one of the brake caliper jams up. But i've also checked the rims whether one side heats up more than the other but nope, nothing like that either. I'm just so frustrated as to what there is that needs fixing. my mechanic said that the trans on these tsx's are "silent killers", and pretty adamant there that the issue lies somewhere there. Any chance the CV axle is doing this? I've never dealt with that before so not sure what to look out for in terms of the axle going bad. Thanks for replying man, really means a lot.

[@Officially_Lauro_Built]

My rack and pinion seal blew up. I been power steering less for about a year now.

[@RishMedia]

Damnnn son you said f doing that job 😂

[@Officially_Lauro_Built]

@@RishMedia all my other cars been power steering less 🤣🤣🤣 may as well keep it going

[@RishMedia]

@@Officially_Lauro_Built don’t think I’d be able to lol that shit is stiff

[@edwinfigueroa7010]

The rack and pinion was expensive back in 2010

[@RishMedia]

For oem still expensive lol, but racks are a hit and miss on when they go sometimes takes a long while.

[@luckyluciano8590]

when you're changing the alternator, take the two bolts off the power steering pump. you can move it out of the way and get the alternator in and out much easier. i can replace an alternator on these cars in 30 minutes.

[@RishMedia]

Yessir! Nice tips thanks you!

[@andrewjackson5363]

7th gen Accord share all of these issues. Although I haven't had anything wrong with the rack and pinion....

[@RishMedia]

Yup they’re the same chassis for the most part, good cars though!

[@darkslayerjl]

I got an 06 TSX and I went to my mechanic about a leak around my alternator and power steering pump and he said it was the hoses. I replaced them and its still leaking some where. Any idea what it could be? Nothing seems cracked or leaking anywhere

[@RishMedia]

Hmm and it’s oil or power steering if you could tell? The power steering pump itself may be leaking there’s a seal on the inside the can go bad. I seen a leak forming on the pump itself before I changed mine

[@darkslayerjl]

I'm not sure if its oil or steering fluid. Its kinda black and grimy. I clean it off and it comes back the same. I looked all around to see if I can find the leak but nothing. I don't want to replace something and that not be the problem

[@RishMedia]

Where do you see the grime where’s it keeping building at? Cause I know the o rings in the line had recalls, only thing I can think of from this info is the pump itself. I know the Vtec solenoids are a common oil leak area but that’s at the top-back of the engine on left side. Don’t thing that’s causing it in the power steering area

[@darkslayerjl]

The grime is building up all on top of the alternator and all on the pully with the belt. Its all that area near the pump. So it could be the steering pump? Maybe a small enough leak to be barely noticeable

[@RishMedia]

@@darkslayerjl yeah it’s definitely the pump then man, I just went with a autozone one tbh lol. You definitely don’t want it to keep leaking on the alternator gonna fry that next

[@magananares3052]

my ps pump went out last feb, then my rack and pinion went out last october... then a week later my coils went out, then a week after that my knock sensor went out... lets just say i sold it and got a new crv haha not worth fixing it.

[@RishMedia]

Most of those are easy and just overtime maintenance, the rack and pinion isn’t a fun job for sure though.

[@DreRugerBeats]

I’m having the power steering leak issue, i can’t pin point where the leak is though. 🤦🏽‍♂️😒

[@RishMedia]

My guess either the o rings of the lines to the pump, or one of the hard lines on the rack the flare can get a hairline crack.

[@qwertyuiop32935]

‘05 TSX Manual at 150,000: Multiplex Integrated Control unit faulty. Caused my dash lights to go out and electronic locks do not work. Upper and lower control arms needed replacement. Other than that, runs great!

[@RishMedia]

I hate electrical problems lol just dealt with some myself threw this whole clutch job mess lmaoo

[@topherlambert]

The PCB or transistor on your radio that makes your car radio and climate control light up dims and goes dark, which leads the driver having problems adjusting the temp and change the radio due to them not being able to see the information on the radio or climate control section.

[@RishMedia]

Hmm good to know! Have that issue a little bit on my white one with the dimming but not to much. In the black on I just have issue adjusting the volume knob.

[@garyjohnson5869]

Hey. My Gas door outer cover came off. It’s a 2014 TSX. Y. ?

[@RishMedia]

Like fell off and needing another or just keeps popping open?

[@garyjohnson5869]

@@RishMedia Can I I’ll take a pic The cover fell off

[@efraindiazeze2641]

I have a 04 tsx and for some reason, it takes a while to start. I replaced alternator, battery. And still has issues.

[@RishMedia]

Could be the starter giving some signs

[@izmudwalkin]

Is it worth buying a 2008 Acura Tsx 220k miles , inside is almost like brand new ? For 3k or less

[@RishMedia]

If it’s manual hell yeah and AT too if it’s pretty clean and up kept. Engines go for awhile if maintained and if it ever goes can toss in a JDM one

[@chrisberube7640]

Okay I have one that rpm hunts constantly it’ll idle low and come up on its own. Then in 3-4 gear it’ll hunt while driving a constant speed. Any ideas?

[@RishMedia]

Do you have any codes popping up or misfires happening too? Pretty odd id say look into you Throttle position sensor and make sure your TB is good/clean inside

[@chrisberube7640]

No codes or misfires. Cleaned throttle body today no change and the sensor I have not tried. This problems been happening three years now but lately it hunts lower at idle to where it almost sounds like it’s gonna stall

[@RishMedia]

@@chrisberube7640 thats real strange especially that long of time, maybe try the sensor then also do a idle relearn. Disconnect the battery for like 30 mins then do the idle relearn procedure

[@chrisberube7640]

Okay I tried to find a video of idle relearn with my car couldn’t find one and any idea where and about how much that sensor is?

[@RishMedia]

@@chrisberube7640 there should be some videos and if its like a accord or TL the relearn procedure should be basically the same way. Or if not on google forums, also id check advance auto they usually carry denso sensors or alot closer to oem

[@godlikenovauniverse1118]

All of those problems I had on my tsx I purchased almost all of those things

[@RishMedia]

Yeah man then some have minimal of these problems lol, but alot of its general maintenance over time.

[@godlikenovauniverse1118]

@@RishMedia absolutely correct remarkable content very informative 💯

[@RichieMartinez]

Brooooo what wheels and tires are those i wanna buy red wheels and good tires all around need number recommendations

[@RishMedia]

They’re konig hyper grams 18x8.5+35 and 225/40 tires and always worked well for me lowering quite a bit without needing camber arms or fenders rolled

[@RichieMartinez]

@@RishMedia can’t lower mine cuz of the winters and potholes here 😓 would destroy my whip, but you think 18x7.5+40mm and 235/45 would be good too?

[@Cobysant]

You named everything I had to work on so far wow this is true

[@RishMedia]

Alot of it is common maintenance but is the stuff that goes out in the tsx lol

[@konradoz201]

Huh, so that's why my TSX always had a battery draining problem. I got mine from my mom who daily drove it for 11 years (it's also white pearl but an auto). The battery would sometimes randomly die. Who woulda thought it was the Bluetooth causing it 😂

[@RishMedia]

Yupp once the module goes bad it tends to just draw/drain power.. lol such a quick fix tho!

[@saucekayuchiha2278]

@@RishMedia how do i fix it

[@RishMedia]

@@saucekayuchiha2278 here you are I’ve made a video on it in the past! Acura Tsx Battery Drain Problem FIXED! kzbin.info/www/bejne/jneUmo1ul619rrs