Table 1 shows five common power train related problems of the 2002 Acura RL. The number one most common problem is related to the manual transmission (three problems). The second most common problem is related to the automatic transmission (two problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Manual Transmission problems | |
| Automatic Transmission problems | |
| Power Train problems | |
| Clutch Pedal/linkage problems | |
| Automatic Transmission Control Module problems |
When it is cold out there is a notch going from 1st to 2nd gear. With the clutch fully depressed as you shift from the 1st gear gate to the 2nd gear gate there is a slight grind and difficulty getting into gear. The problem goes away once the car is warmed up. Read details...
Getting into second gear is very 'notchy' and gets very bad in cold weather and when the tranmission is not warmed up. At times it can be very hard to get into 2nd gear and it grinds, this has been reported by many other rsx type-s owners I have spoken with. Read details...
Rack and pinion replacement. Exterior issues: rear bumper felled off; gasoline cover won't closed; door handles falling off; fuel pump needs replacement Read details...