2002 Acura CL service bulletins & manufacturer communications
143 manufacturer communications are on file with NHTSA for the 2002 Acura CL. TSBs are repair guidance for dealers — they are not recalls, and repairs are not automatically free.
Technical service bulletin 143
- Test- · Technical service bulletin · Equipment Adaptive/mobility · issued Feb 23, 2024
- Servicenews article - Is the navigation screen clock reading 00:00? We?re aware of this issue and have it under investigation.B18010I · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 10, 2018
- Servicenews article - Is the navigation screen clock reading 00:00? We?re aware of this issue and have it under investigation.B18010I · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 10, 2018
- Tech line summary article - Is the navigation screen clock reading 00:00? We?re aware of this issue and have it under investigation.BTS170801 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 26, 2017
- Tech line summary article - Is the navigation screen clock reading 00:00? We?re aware of this issue and are looking for a solution.BTS170801 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Aug 31, 2017
- Service bulletin - You are required to install a remanufactured A/T (automatic transmission) and torque converter on any vehicle with an internal failure that calls for A/T disasse…B90-009 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Aug 30, 2017
- Service bulletin - navigation system information.B05-018 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Nov 23, 2016
- Special Tool Loan Program: Under TOOLS AVAILABLE FOR LOAN, the list has been updated.B98015 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Mar 18, 2016
- "service bulletin - this bulletin updates the troubleshooting procedures for dtc p1456 (evap control system leakage [fuel tank system]) and dtc p1457 (evap control system leakage[e…B99-040 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Other · issued Dec 8, 2015
- Dealer message - On Monday, June 23, 2014, Acura announced three recalls for various 2002-06 Acura models. As of August 4, 2014, affected VINs have been identified, and VIN status …DLR MSG - Acura · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Aug 6, 2014
- Dealer message - On Monday, June 23, 2014, Acura announced three recalls for various 2002-06 Acura models. As of July 23, 2014, affected VINs have been identified, and service bull…DLR MSG - Stop S · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Jul 23, 2014
- Dealer message - On Monday, June 23, 2014, Acura announced three recalls for various 2002-06 Acura models. At this time, affected VINs have not been determined.DLR MSG - Acura · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Jul 16, 2014
- Dealer message - On Monday, June 23, 2014, Acura announced three recalls for various 2002-06 Acura models. At this time, affected VINs have not been determined.DLR MSG - Acura · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Jul 16, 2014
- Dealer message - Certain vehicles within the above model/model years are subject to one or more of three recalls that were announced today. Do not sell any of these vehicles until …DLR MSG - Acura · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jun 27, 2014
- Dealer message - Certain vehicles within the above model/model years are subject to one or more of three recalls that were announced today. Do not sell any of these vehicles until …DLR MSG - Acura · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jun 27, 2014
- Dealer message - Certain vehicles within the above model/model years are subject to one or more of three recalls that were announced today. Do not sell any of these vehicles until …DLR MSG - Acura · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jun 24, 2014
- Acura: there are guidelines for various situations and procedures including: tire pressure valve stem installation, trailer stability malfunction light is on, engine oil applicatio…SB-0708 · Technical service bulletin · Tires · issued Nov 1, 2010
- Load carrying capacity reduced label for all acura vehicles. *pe08-026 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 31, 2008
- Acura: warranty extension: vehicle warranty mileage. A federal court provided final approval of the settlement of a class action lawsuit alleging that the odometers on certain mode…SB-06-050 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 9, 2008
- Warranty extension: 3.2 tl and 3.2 cl automatic transmission. *nj02-027 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Feb 5, 2008
- Acura service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. Warranty extension: opds unit or opds sensor triggers srs dtc's 15-1, 15-2, 15-3. Csc was received. *nj06-008 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Feb 5, 2008
- Accelerator pedal hard to press. *tt updated 4/2/08. *nj04035 · Technical service bulletin · Vehicle Speed Control · issued Jan 29, 2008
- Rough idle, stalls at stops, and dtc's p0172 or p0175 appear when inspected. *kb307 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Mar 16, 2007
- Product update - timing belt auto-tensioner oil leak. *tt03030 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Nov 9, 2006
- Remote audio controls do not work properly. *tt03015 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jan 20, 2006
- Don't invite problems doing 2nd gear inspection. Acura servicenews. *tt09012005 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Sep 1, 2005
- Speedometer shops can transfer odometer mileage. Acura. Servicenews. *tt07012005 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 1, 2005
- Rear stabilizer link is broken. *tt05015 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Jun 24, 2005
- Canon a75 digital camera replacement. *tt505 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued May 16, 2005
- Cranks won't start, immobilizer light flashes. *tt505 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued May 16, 2005
- Seat-back panel is loose or detached. *tt04006 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Apr 29, 2005
- Replacement or updated navigation dvd disks. *eh01162005 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jan 16, 2005
- P1706 a/t switch short or open. *eh01162005 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jan 1, 2005
- Safety recall: cl and tl automatic transmission second gear inspection. *tt04020 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Nov 10, 2004
- Camera fixture retainer knobs now available. *nm10012004 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Oct 1, 2004
- A/t solenoid replacement criteria. *nm10012004 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Oct 1, 2004
- How to remove a stubborn atf filler bolt. *nm10012004 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Oct 1, 2004
- How to replenish atf on vehicles with a/t oil jet kits. *nm10012004 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Oct 1, 2004
- Automatic transmission fluid (atf) filler plug stuck in case. Acura tech summary line for dealer distribution. *tt904 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Sep 16, 2004
- Automatic transmission solenoid replacement criteria. Acura tech line summary for dealer distribution. *tt904 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Sep 16, 2004
- Poor fuel economy. Acura tech line summary for dealer distribution. *tt904 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Other · issued Sep 16, 2004
- Engine coolant leaks. *mj dealer visit request summary. *tt06282004 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Sep 16, 2004
- The beverage holder lid doesn't close evenly. *nm09012004 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 1, 2004
- Replacing navigation system dvd's can cause dvd disk error. *nm09012004 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 1, 2004
- Canon digital camera loan program. *sc804 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Aug 16, 2004
- ENGINE COOLANT LEAK. *SC804 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Aug 16, 2004
- Navigation error message-dvd disk read error. *sc804 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Aug 16, 2004
- Deformed windshield molding. *eh00025 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Aug 3, 2004
- Using the correct flash setting for digital inspection photos. Acura servicenews. *tt08012004 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Aug 1, 2004
- Store digital inspection photos for warranty claims for service bulletin (s/b) 04-013, safety recall, automatic transmission second gear inspection and s/b 04-020, safety recall, c…08012004 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown / Other · issued Aug 1, 2004
- Navigation system won't map match or gets lost. Acura tech line summary. *tt704 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jul 16, 2004
- Campaign announcement and stop sale order update. Voluntary recall of light truck models for a potential transmission defect. *tt07012004 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jul 1, 2004
- If navigation system intermittently displays the message, database old see your dealer, apply the navigational system operating system software patch. *nm604 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 16, 2004
- Diagnostic trouble code p0780 after solenoid or transmission r&r. Tech line summary. Acura. *tt105 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued May 16, 2004
- Use the honda diagnostic system to read srs diagnostic trouble codes. Acura servicenews. May 2004. *tt05012004 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 1, 2004
- Audio unit and navi anti-theft codes available on in. Acura servicenews. May 2004. *tt05012004 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 1, 2004
- Srs indicator comes on with srs diagnostic trouble code. *eh02015 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 23, 2004
- Don't test-drive with the malfunction indicator lamp or d indicator on. Acura. Servicenews. April 2004. *tt04012004 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Apr 1, 2004
- Repairing atf leaks under warranty. Acura. Servicenews. April 2004. *tt04012004 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Apr 1, 2004
- Srs indicator on after body shop repair. Check for srs diagnostic trouble codes. Acura servicenews. April 2004. *tt04012004 · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Apr 1, 2004
- V6 engine oil leaks. *jb this bulletin supersedes 01-041, dated 10/29/2001. *tt01041 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Feb 20, 2004
- Broken head bolt(s). Request for parts. *tt020204 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Feb 2, 2004
- Atf (automatic transmission fluid) leaks from cooler line banjo bolt. *sc012012003 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Dec 1, 2003
- Don't reuse old atf fluid) warmer on reman a/t (automatic transmission) *sc012012003 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Dec 1, 2003
- Product update - timing belt auto-tensioner safety recall - v6 engine water pump recall service bulletin. *tt *mj03022 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Nov 5, 2003
- Request for parts. Throttle bodies. Complaint of the accelerator sticking closed or difficult to depress. *tt110303 · Technical service bulletin · Vehicle Speed Control · issued Nov 3, 2003
- Brake system indicator comes on and goes off. *tt03029 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Oct 17, 2003
- Heater blower motor overheats or blows fuse. *tt1003 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Oct 16, 2003
- Testing brake fluid for petroleum contamination. Various models including 2003 and 2004 nsx and 2004 rsx. *tt1003 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Oct 16, 2003
- Humming, growling sound from transmission. *tt1003 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Oct 16, 2003
- Navigation system displays u.s. Post office phone numbers incorrectly. Various models including 2003 rl. *tt03028 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Oct 7, 2003
- To all acura service & parts managers timing belt auto-tension/safety recall with emission warranty parts information. *tt092603 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Sep 26, 2003
- Letter to service manager regarding water pump recall plus the timing belt auto-tensioner campaign. *tt092403 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Sep 24, 2003
- Powertrain control module (pcm) replacement. *tt03017 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Sep 22, 2003
- To all service & parts managers announcing a product update change regarding timing belt auto-tensioner/safety recall. *tt091903 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Sep 19, 2003
- To all service & parts managers announcing a product update campaign to repair timing belt tensioner oil leakage. *tt091803 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Sep 18, 2003
- Warranty extension transmission diagnosis. Tech line summary. *tt903 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Sep 16, 2003
- Hard to engage 1st gear, grinds into reverse. Tech line summary. *tt903 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Sep 16, 2003
- Tire noise and/or wind noise can masquerade as a problem with automatic transmission gears. Acura servicenews. *tt090103 · Technical service bulletin · Tires · issued Sep 1, 2003
- Understanding outside air temperature indicator logic. Acura servicenews. *tt090103 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Sep 1, 2003
- Warranty extension - 3.2tl and 3.2cl automatic transmission. *tt02027 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Aug 18, 2003
- Checking for a hole before installing a remanufactured transmission. Acura servicenews. *tt080103 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Aug 1, 2003
- If diagnostic trouble codes p0758, p0763 or p1758 are retained or the shifting is erratic after installing a remanufactured transmission, refer to the etm and check the ground g151…603 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 16, 2003
- A faulty aft temperature sensor or a problem with the atf temperature sensor circuit can cause diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p0710. *tt603 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 16, 2003
- Diagnostic trouble code p0710 (aft temperature sensor) set - troubleshooting tips. *tt060103 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 1, 2003
- Multiple diagnostic trouble codes after transmission removal and replacement. *tt060103 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 1, 2003
- Engine runs rough from 40 to 70 mph with diagnostic trouble codes p0301 thru p0306, p1399, p0133 set - service tips. *tt060103 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jun 1, 2003
- Information on finding a vehicle's emission type or group. *tt060103 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jun 1, 2003
- Powertrain control module (pcm) replacement. *tt03017 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued May 26, 2003
- Brake pedal, steering wheel, or vehicle vibrates while braking. *tt01017 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued May 12, 2003
- Headlight housing may break off in a minor accident. *tt030003 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Apr 21, 2003
- Brake pedal, steering wheel, or vehicle vibrates while braking. *tt01017 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Apr 14, 2003
- Diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p1656 or dtc 83-1 after doing service bulletin 03-002. *tt040103 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Apr 1, 2003
- Using an auxiliary headlight bracket after an accident - information. *tt040103 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Apr 1, 2003
- Automatic transmission warranty extension. *tt02027 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Feb 24, 2003
- Malfunction indicator lamp comes on with diagnostic trouble code p1457 evap bypass solenoid valve failure. *tt03001 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Other · issued Jan 27, 2003
- The 3rd gear clutch pack in the automatic transmission may be worn. *tt03002 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jan 20, 2003
- Inspection of automatic transmissions with data trouble code p0710 displayed. *tt011303 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jan 13, 2003
- Srs indicator comes on after body shop repair. Acura servicenews. *tt010103 · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Jan 1, 2003
- Improved automatic transmission repair. *tt121702 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Dec 17, 2002
- Power seat noisy or moves slowly. *tt1202 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Dec 16, 2002
- Straining the automatic transmission fluid to diagnose automatic transmissions. *tt1202 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Dec 16, 2002
- Srs warning light on after body shop repair. *nm1102 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Nov 16, 2002
- ODOMETER ACCURACY. *NM1102 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Nov 16, 2002
- Power steering belt tension adjustment. *nm1102 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Nov 16, 2002
- Troubleshooting abs or tcs diagnostic trouble code 51 and/or 53. *nm1102 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Nov 16, 2002
- Ceiling light, ignition key beeper foil keyless entry. *tt110102 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Nov 1, 2002
- Air conditioning (a/c) compressor control logic. Acura service news. *tt110102 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Nov 1, 2002
- Intermittent sra diagnostic trouble code 1-1 to 1-5, driver's airbag inflator circuit. October tech line information. *tt1002 · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Oct 16, 2002
- Keyless remote transmitter inoperative, . Check keyless, ceiling light, ignition key reminder beeper before troubleshooting keyless remote system. October tech line information. *t…1002 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Oct 16, 2002
- A/c compressor control logic. October tech line information. *tt1002 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Oct 16, 2002
- The compact abs/tcs (modulator, pump, and accumulator all in one) system does a self-check (a brief grunt or groan) when backing out of the garage or drive forward after the vehicl…1002 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Oct 16, 2002
- Automatic transmission warranty extension. *tt02027 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Oct 11, 2002
- Lower console compartment lid does not stay latched. *tt01043 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Oct 7, 2002
- Clearing antilock braking system diagnostic trouble codes. October tech line information. *tt1002 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Oct 1, 2002
- Poor air conditioner cooling on hard acceleration. Acura servicenews. *tt100102 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Oct 1, 2002
- Outside temperature indicator logic. Acura. Servicenews. *tt09012002 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Sep 1, 2002
- Subject regarding faulty beverage holder covers. *tt010802 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown / Other · issued Aug 1, 2002
- Information on diagnosing console lids that won't latch or pops open. *tt010802 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Aug 1, 2002
- Subject regarding synchronizing cup holder covers. *tt107 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jul 16, 2002
- Information on servicing inoperative console lid. *tt107 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Jul 16, 2002
- Information on diagnosing srs diagnostic trouble code 6-7 and / or 7-2 internal failure of srs unit. *tt107 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 16, 2002
- Subject regarding srs indicator on with srs diagnostic trouble codes 15-1, 15-2, and 15-3. Replaces 01-013 as well. *tt02015 · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Jul 15, 2002
- Subject regarding torque specifications missing for timing belt tensioner. *tt010702 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jul 1, 2002
- Subject regarding timing belt tensioner bolt torque specification. *tt602 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jun 16, 2002
- Subject regarding pgm tester misfire counter. *tt602 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jun 16, 2002
- Concerns with automatic transmission fluid leak at axle seals, roaring noise, erratic shifting. *tt502 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued May 16, 2002
- Information on servicing erratic shifting, slipping, and flare at upshifts. *tt502 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued May 16, 2002
- Information regarding squeaks heard from the moonroof seal while driving with the glass closed and the sunshade open. *tt00032 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Apr 22, 2002
- Information on servicing the odometer, sport shift indicator illumination inoperative. *tt402 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown / Other · issued Apr 1, 2002
- Information regarding seat back panel repair kit. *slcB020008 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Mar 11, 2002
- Vehicles may experience seat back panel becoming loose or detached. *slc02006 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Mar 4, 2002
- Information on trouble shooting multiple misfire diagnostic trouble codes p0301 thru p0306. *tt010302 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 1, 2002
- Some 2000 mdx models as well as other models may exhibit brief hesitation when accelerating at high engine speed. *tt302 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Mar 1, 2002
- Information on troubleshooting diagnostic trouble codes p1705, p1768, p0753, p0758. *tt102 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 1, 2002
- Information regarding the heater valve cable sometimes disconnects at the air mix control linkage. *yh061201 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Dec 6, 2001
- Information regarding navigation display not centered. *yh1101 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Nov 1, 2001
- Subject regarding cranks, won't start with type ii immobilizer system. *yd1001 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Oct 16, 2001
- Subject regarding safety restraint system diagnostic trouble code 5-1 through 8-3, internal safety restraint system unit failure. *yd1001 · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Oct 16, 2001
- Subject regarding speed sensor plug missing. *yd1001 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Oct 16, 2001
- Subject regarding driver's power window auto-down inoperative. *yd901 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Sep 16, 2001
- Subject regarding srs light on after opds control unit replacement. *yd901 · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Sep 1, 2001
- The front and rear motor mounts make a thump noise when the engine is first started after sitting for several hours. This noise is a normal characteristic. Replacing motor monts ma…01062001 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jun 1, 2001