2012 Acura TL BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Intake Air Resonator Removal/Installation

  1. Remove the splash separator (A).
    Fig 1: Identifying Splash Separator
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  2. Do the battery removal procedure (see BATTERY REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ).
  3. Remove the air cleaner (see ).
  4. Remove the battery base (A).

    A/T 

    Fig 2: Battery Base With Torque Specifications (A/T)
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    M/T 

    Fig 3: Battery Base With Torque Specifications (M/T)
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  5. Remove the intake air duct (A).
    Fig 4: Identifying Intake Air Duct
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  6. Remove the front bumper (see FRONT BUMPER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
  7. Remove the intake air resonator (A).
    Fig 5: Intake Air Resonator And Brake Duct With Torque Specifications
    G08069844Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  8. J37A4 engine: Remove the brake duct (B).
  9. Install the parts in the reverse order of removal.
  10. Do the battery installation procedure (see BATTERY REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ).
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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.

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