2004-2008 Acura TL Rear Strut Replacement

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4 жыл бұрын

This video covers the entire process of replacing the rear struts on a 2004-2008 Acura TL. This procedure is also very similar to the 2003-2008 Honda Accord.
This is Episode 2 in the Acura TL Series.
Episode 1: • 2008 Acura TL Used Car...
Episode 3: • Honda J Series O2 Sens...
If you don’t have a decent spring compressor, I recommend using complete strut assemblies, or, after you remove the struts from your vehicle, take them to a shop to have them swap the struts over for you. Coil springs can be very dangerous if not handled properly.
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Parts
Struts: www.oemacuraparts.com/oem-par...
Complete Strut Assembly: www.hondapartsunlimited.com/o...
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LR Stabilizer Link: www.hondapartswholesaledirect...
Tools
Spring Compressor: www.jbtools.com/branick-indus...
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@slim82sh 4 жыл бұрын

YES ... the old Eric .....finally .

@OsamahBhutta 4 жыл бұрын

Literally!

@daviddatdude7549 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Now! Grey Hair=RESPECT!!

@TheDerrty111 4 жыл бұрын

Yes bringing back Honda's and Acura Repairs!!

@TheSynStalker 4 жыл бұрын

I've been watching the entire Dad's Truck series while being sick yesterday and through the night. Just want to say thanks for sharing your great projects with us through the years.

@ericthecarguy 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@paullenzen2562 4 жыл бұрын

If you buy the links the old ones will come right out. If you don't have them you'll need them and your project went from 1 day to 3 days because its either Saturday and the parts place can't get them till Monday afternoon or, they have to be sent or ordered from the warehouse on other side of the country. Its a rule! (Murphy chapter 7 thing I think). Keep these kinds of things coming. 👍

@Rois300 2 ай бұрын

Damned links 😂

@brettershoalar9001 4 жыл бұрын

This Acura is getting looked after in your hands now. We, the mechanics, know how to take care of any car.

@jaredstrehlein5605 4 жыл бұрын

When it comes to a mechanic's own vehicle the labor cost is zero. Parts only.

@runehansen2287 4 жыл бұрын

You are the man Eric. I have saved thousands of Norwegian krones from the things I have learned from your videos. Thank you.

@EdwardOskarsson 4 жыл бұрын

Men kor du kjøpe delan dine? Oem eller what?

@runehansen2287 4 жыл бұрын

@@EdwardOskarsson Bestilte Bilstein dempere fra autodoc.co.no. De fungerer fint.

@brycelund7155 4 жыл бұрын

Brings back memories when I used to watch your old Honda/Acura repair videos all day long in the summer. Cant thank you enough for all the cool shit you've thought me.

@msilvoli 4 жыл бұрын

Great job Eric. These procedures will help me a lot in a near future. I have on 2006 and one 2007 Accord with original struts. I'm waiting for my time to change them.

@AH-tx1nj 4 жыл бұрын

I also have a recently bought 2008 TL and I look forward to watching you work on this car and follow along. I've always been a huge Honda fan. My 2008 TL is my favorite Honda ive owned so far. Thanks for the video.

@stevenweinhaus9586 4 жыл бұрын

I was wondering how you were going to go about compressing the springs, and that spring compressor is so awesome! Great video! You covered it all.

@90foxnotch87 4 жыл бұрын

As always this was a great video and thanks for all the info, I did this on my 07 TL and the hardest part was the rear seat. Odd design but it is a great car.

@davidrasch3082 4 жыл бұрын

Watching video like the ETCG series makes me a better informed consumer. When I have to go to a mechanic for repair I can visualize to some extent what is being told me about the repair. Now I can ask informed questions.

@killahsi2003 4 жыл бұрын

If you were to remove the sway bar bushings in the rear you can move the whole away bar out of the way and clear the strut. Saves you time and personally I end up fighting the end links for hours and end tearing them apart.

@darrenbay5059 3 жыл бұрын

I was super cheesed when i found trouble with the end links almost stripping the shit out of it... then by chance i see your comment while i was looking for solutions. Thanks bud u really came in clutch! Lol

@eriksjolander376 4 жыл бұрын

Finaly a good old "Eric the car guy"-video. Keep 'em coming Eric! Your friday videos makes my day.

@ericthecarguy 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment, but the way I see it, I never stopped posting quality videos. The only difference is this one is on a Honda.

@johnpike1552 4 жыл бұрын

@@ericthecarguy I agree completely on the quality. I've personally watched about all of you're videos. I searched auto repair on KZfaq several years ago and you popped up. Repair videos like this one is what got me hooked, although I love all the other videos too. Especially your father's truck playlist. Looking forward to the rest of this series.

@stevegarbacz8573 4 жыл бұрын

Eric, I'll be installing new " slightly used " rear struts in my '05 TL in the very near future. The April weather has not been warm up here in Montreal, Quebec, Canada for much of the month, and so I've be studying and referring to this EXACT video to help me get the job done right without struggling !!! I HOPE ! Thank you for making this video for us TL LOVERS !! Cheers from Montreal.

@revolutionday1 4 жыл бұрын

Don't be a #cheapskate, bro.

@jayminer4592 2 жыл бұрын

Eric- So glad you did this video. Great help. Concise and professional.

@1231234abcab 4 жыл бұрын

Hell yea ... Been waiting for quality videos on this car! Keep it up

@homebuilthappiness2919 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome job Eric! I love that generation of TL.

@zgdrummer 4 жыл бұрын

This video was really helpful. Thanks! I did the fronts the other weekend and needed to get the rears done. You definitely got lucky on the swaybar end links. ONE of the nuts came off for me and I had to sawsall the others off. I ended up replacing them with the Moog end links, which appear to be a better design than OEM anyway.

@tjeick 4 жыл бұрын

Glad you’re back Eric!

@SimpleLife1971 4 жыл бұрын

Nice work there Eric, I always enjoy your videos!!

@Michael-fw5ef 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent camera angles! Really helps us understand how to do the job.

@markwullenschneider195 Жыл бұрын

Thanks again Eric! for years your Honda wisdom has hlepd me out.

@jimthecarguy 4 жыл бұрын

Nice job as usual Eric.Good advice about replacing the lock nut on top of the strut.

@mrdave777 3 ай бұрын

Eric. I understand you’ll never read this. But I also understand those are probably stock struts! And I also understand all of your subscriber count is well achieved!!

@anthonylaurice9593 4 жыл бұрын

Nice TL. I just got the 2011 TSX! Very happy to watch this series to see some pointers. Yes I know they aren't the same but still, good info none the less

@jaredstrehlein5605 4 жыл бұрын

Yes, The original ETCG working on a Honda Motor Company product. Welcome back

@bobbit.943 Жыл бұрын

If it wasn't for this video I never would have done my rear struts . Awesome video dude !

@lonwillis783 4 жыл бұрын

Hello Eric Thank You for everything and Happy Holidays to you and your family!

@ericthecarguy 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Happy Holidays to you as well.

@DownRange02 4 жыл бұрын

OMG!!! Eric DOES still work on average cars!!! YES! More please!

@jamesterrill1938 4 жыл бұрын

Your videos are always very helpful for us do it yourself guys..

@crosstolerance 4 жыл бұрын

I love your throughout detail and explanation on installation of parts.

@geologic740 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for showing us stuff like this. I agree with you on using Honda OEM struts.

@rmshanahan 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video, I have a 07 that just had a shock blow out. Had the work done back in December and occasionally heard a little noise/rattle. No lie, I watched this video today and it was so nice outside decided to wash the inside windows. When I went to the back seat I felt the seat move. They didn't re-tighten those two bolts. I would have had no idea why.

@petecurran3995 4 жыл бұрын

Ace work, Eric! Strut replacement - a dark area in my knowledge! 🛠

@gianni9782 4 жыл бұрын

Eric The Car Guy is the best!

@StansAuto83 4 жыл бұрын

Ben a couple years since I watched! Nicely done Eric!

@leedress2187 4 жыл бұрын

Nicely done. Needle nose vice grips are a must for work like that!

@sergeymatpoc 4 жыл бұрын

thanks to Brian, filmed like in the old times

@YiannisPagonis 4 жыл бұрын

Eric you are wonderful. Like the good old days. Perfect

@SWMOWZ 4 жыл бұрын

yes love these type of vids from you keep it going my friend

@ask43242flight 4 жыл бұрын

WoW Eric is finally back. this is the video i am looking for. hopefully no more truck:).

@richardatkins5163 4 жыл бұрын

We love you Eric. Happy Everything, .

@markemmanuelrodriguez4323 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the great video Eric!

@ganeshnarayan5505 4 жыл бұрын

great video Eric thanks for showing how to install strut.have same 2007 acura TL.

@breauken910 4 жыл бұрын

I've missed videos like this.. thank you sir

@briandemedeiros4224 4 жыл бұрын

Keep up the good content Eric!!!

@AntonioClaudioMichael 4 жыл бұрын

Love your spring compressor

@Jonny8859 4 жыл бұрын

3:03 basically what I did to my wife last night is demonstrated here.

@zombie22_ 4 жыл бұрын

You removed her 10mm bolt? What were you trying to fix?

@jaredstrehlein5605 4 жыл бұрын

A little finger action

@michaelchuong3509 4 жыл бұрын

Loosening it with a power tool haha good one :D

@seedub9010 3 жыл бұрын

jajajaja

@enevarez1471 24 күн бұрын

A lot of work. I might have to take my Acura to the mechanic. Love your videos

@silasmarner7586 4 жыл бұрын

Nicely done, Eric.

@djbarakas3329 4 жыл бұрын

Great watching someone who know what they are doing .

@urielbrabus5350 4 жыл бұрын

Excited for the finish product

@suj1945 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent work as always.

@bigwavedave2550 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome, fully detailed excellent review! The 4G TL seat removal was a royal PITA, not sure what is worse to deal with for reassembly - the friction fit bar on the 4G rear seat or the 3G's top seat bolts.

@TheBeerBox80 4 жыл бұрын

This is my favorite style of TL. It is just a good looking car.

@philipmicklewhite4051 4 жыл бұрын

You doing a great job

@NolanTanner Жыл бұрын

Such a good resource, swapped out a rear shock this afternoon. I had to cut off my endlink though as the allen keys stripped out so that was fun.

@carlosnunes8819 4 жыл бұрын

Great video! As an owner of a 04 diamond white 165 on the clock now but at about 124 I have been trying to diagnose a inside wear on the tires and after alignment has been done proper tire psi rotation. I have came to the conclusion that the issue is the lower control arm bushing. Long story short Plzz lower control arm bushing video

@hoadoan56 4 жыл бұрын

Good video, clear and details , very helpfully.

@AntonioClaudioMichael 4 жыл бұрын

Great install and demonstration video Eric

@ericthecarguy 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@Regal_Civic 4 жыл бұрын

Eric what the heck. Back in your old dungeon of a shop we watched you dangerously remove Honda Springs from struts on your workbench. And now you're telling us that we probably shouldn't mess with it. Oh man I thought we were supposed to stay dirty! 😉

@muhammedmalik6640 4 жыл бұрын

Eric you have to give us a before and after driving impression with the new struts. Thanks for the link, can't believe you get the whole oem assembly for just $200 dollars. That's one of the reasons I prefer honda products. I had a early 2000's Toyota avalon and that same oem assembly of parts cost over $400(online dealer pricing). That year avalon was basically a camry. In fact KYB, Monroe have the same part# for both. The final blow was when I got the struts they said made in mexico, by sachs. I realize large manufactures have invested heavily in mexico and they are producing good products, but Japanese made in preferred especially when you consider the high price. Honda is just far more committed to provided oem parts at reasonable pricing.

@patrickcarrillo714 4 жыл бұрын

I love those cars by far the best TL Acura has ever made I want a TL type S so badly with the 6-speed manual either an 07 or an 08 such nice cars

@timetowakeup6302 4 жыл бұрын

There are plenty of them out there.

@edcain3676 4 жыл бұрын

Me Too,Type S Had the Bigger Eng.,Stainless Exh.W/ Quad Tips , & Sportier Low Profile Rims & Tires.But Not Sure Auto Trans.Are Much Stronger Than Reg.TL' s,Which Are Common W/ Issues ,After 125-140,000 MLS.

@los0160 4 жыл бұрын

@@timetowakeup6302 not the kbp

@rusty6666 4 жыл бұрын

Nice work Eric looked pretty easy and not that hard ...Thanks

@TimTurner115 4 жыл бұрын

Great job sir. Wish I would have had a strut spring compressor like that back in my day. one thing I used to do was put Dawn dishwashing liquid on the bushings before I reinstalled. It would keep the squeak and put a protective coating over the rubber bushings. I do not know if anyone still practice that

@Scottieam 4 жыл бұрын

It's really good to see a "run of the mill" repair video... I've enjoyed all of your content through years... But I will say it's nice to see basic how-to video. Especially for me personally when I'm in the middle of a year away from family and being able to work on anything automotive or otherwise for that matter...

@wingman2k 4 жыл бұрын

As someone who recently bought a 3rd gen TL. More of these plz

@jdmeaux 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the previous notice about the Haynes manuals. I got Christmas presents for the family that make sense. Moe

@wayne12735 4 жыл бұрын

Love your video eric

@brendanmurphy2919 4 жыл бұрын

Gosh I’ve been doing it wrong for years, next time I’m with my lady I’ll remember to bring my impact with extension and 10mm

@joshuachikumbindi3795 Жыл бұрын

Thank you 🙏🏾 Eric,I was about to tow this seat out.😂😂😂!I appreciate your help my brother.

@allimkhan7540 4 жыл бұрын

Very true factory parts from honda cost more but they last much longer is its cheaper in the long run great video !!!

@steveafanador6441 4 жыл бұрын

It's so awesome to have access to all those tools.😮👍👍😀

@ericthecarguy 4 жыл бұрын

Yes it is. Thanks for the comment.

@JGoGetta20 2 жыл бұрын

definitely boosted my confidence to do it on my acura but it's a gen b4 or 2 before this TL, but honda don't change much

@BADD400 4 жыл бұрын

Good video Eric.

@ahb4642 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you. It was so helpful.

@JayyVQ_ 3 жыл бұрын

As someone who just got a v6 accord I love this series

@DkpProductions 4 жыл бұрын

kyb is alright. Bought some Rock Auto discount gabriels for my del sol. If you park it overnight she will bounce like twice until the shocks get pumped up. Really good gabriel.

@summushieremiasclarkson4700 9 ай бұрын

This was immensely helpful, thanks. That f'in sway bar link still appears in my nightmares sometimes...

@samueladams2649 4 жыл бұрын

These are the videos I miss from you Eric... let's go to work...

@MIKEYSREVIEWS 4 жыл бұрын

Eric is back! No more Fairmont. Subscribed again.

@robertadams8971 2 жыл бұрын

Nice video- super instruction. Thanks.

@gianfrancoa 4 жыл бұрын

Classic Ericthecarguy is back... yaahh

@thefroman777 4 жыл бұрын

Classic good old informative repair video :)

@KarlwinsFive 4 жыл бұрын

Maybe a small table/cart near your press and spring compressor would be beneficial as there's usually multiple parts when using either of those machines. Great video as always!

@reneneron2971 4 жыл бұрын

Eric, wire brushing the end links with a steel wire brush before spraying will make it a much easier job. It takes just a few seconds. Second,, I fill the Allen socket of the end link with a dab of grease when reassembling...prevents corrosion and stripping it the next time. Those Allen sockets collect water and dirt like it's nobody's business, which can't happen if it is already filled with grease.

@compunerd 4 жыл бұрын

I used kyb struts on my Honda accord and I love them.

@hondadna93 4 жыл бұрын

If you look real close at the oem ones you'll see KYB on them lol

@thechuckster40 4 жыл бұрын

OEM kyb from Acura on Amazon: 200+ Kyb gas shocks (IMO better) on amazon: 68 Hell koni yellow adjustable rears are 165. I got kyb gas myself. Regardless, good video and steal on the car. 200 bucks is insane

@ericthecarguy 4 жыл бұрын

Honda does NOT us KYB, they use Showa.

@compunerd 4 жыл бұрын

@@ericthecarguy I always use Honda fluids and almost always try to use honda OEM parts when replacing things. If I go non Honda I at least get something of knowingly decent quality. My honda gets bitchy if I stick cheap parts on her lol.

@zx8401ztv 4 жыл бұрын

Smashing repair, that will make the back end bounce less and a better bump absorption. Well worth replacing :-D.

@ericthecarguy 4 жыл бұрын

Indeed. Thanks for the comment!

@guyconnell2250 4 жыл бұрын

Very well done.

@bennygoogle.comcoria3951 4 жыл бұрын

You are the best 👍🏼

@AcuraAddicted 4 жыл бұрын

I counted no less than five arms on one side in the back! Together with the full damper this must be one smooth riding vehicle!

@ua7pyro591 4 жыл бұрын

I've had to do this job twice on my own TL. Always use OEM struts. My cheap eBay struts lasted 8k miles before the lower bushing separated and caused major clunking and tire wear.

@rwe2156 4 жыл бұрын

Something tells me the boy has done this before 👍👍

@danielkim8287 Жыл бұрын

This video convinced me to let someone else do it. The spring compressor things- dangerous!

@lineartechbd1600 4 жыл бұрын

Chuck Norris would just compress those springs with his fingers.

@glenn-ft6td 18 күн бұрын

Dude, fantastic video. Think God there's a helpful video without all the theatrics and also adding the extra suggestions. if you only had one now about control arm bushings on the same car. Wait, do you?