Acura NSX 2017 Manual PDF

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Integrated Dynamics System (IDS)
Choose a driving mode for your preference based on road conditions, vehicle speed, and
handling.
SPORT modeSPORT+ mode
Hold
QUIET mode
IDS Mode Switch
TRACK mode
QUIET: Prioritizes EV operation and quiet sound. Engine speed is limited to 4000 rpm.
SPORT: Balances sport and touring driving performance for enjoyable everyday driving.
SPORT+: Offers heightened dynamic response. EV operation is eliminated.
TRACK: Provides maximum, consistent performance from all dynamic systems. In Sport+ mode,
turn and hold the IDS switch to engage this mode. VSA activity is reduced and the VSA indicator
lamp illuminates. This mode is for closed-course use only. See also page 150. n
Launch Control
The v

ehicle controls the engine and transmission response for maximum acceleration from
a stop. Launch control functions in TRACK mode, with VSA turned on. See also page 150.
This feature should be used only in closed-course settings.
To engage launch control:
1.
In Sport+ mode, turn and hold the IDS Mode
Switch to
engage TRACK mode.
2. Depress the brake pedal and change the gear selector
to D/M. Keep the pedal depressed.
3. Release the parking brake.

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4. Press the accelerator to the floor.
5.
When Launch Mode Ready appears in the Driver
Information Interface, r

elease the brake all at once.
To cancel Launch Mode, take your foot off the accelerator.
Using this system on public roads that are used by other vehicles and pedestrians
can result in a collision involving serious injury or death.
WARNING
Braking
Slow down or stop your vehicle, and keep it from moving when parked.
n
Foot Brake
Press the

brake pedal to slow down or stop your vehicle
from moving.
There are times you may hear brake squeal. This is a
characteristic of the high-performance braking system and is
not a malfunction.
Brake pedal
n Brake Assist System
During hard or emer
gency braking, the system increases braking force. The brake pedal may
move slightly or make a noise; this is normal. Continue to hold the brake pedal firmly down.
n
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
During har

d or emergency braking, the system rapidly pumps the brakes to prevent wheel
lockup and help you maintain steering control. Do not pump the brake pedal, and continue
to firmly hold it down.
The ABS may not function correctly if you use an incorrect tire type and size.
NOTICE

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n Parking Brake
Keep the
vehicle from moving when it is parked.
To apply: Pull up the switch. The parking brake indicator
appears in the instrument panel.
To release: Press the brake pedal and make sure your seat
belt is fastened. Press the switch down to release.
You can also lightly press the accelerator pedal if your seat
belt is fastened, the vehicle is on, and not in Park or Neutral.
Electric Parking Brake Switch
Electric Parking Brake Switch
Accelerator Pedal
Automatic Brake Hold
Maintains rear brake hold even after the brake pedal is released. Make sure the vehicle is on and
your seat belt is fastened when operating this feature.
1.
Press the BRAKE HOLD button. The BRAKE HOLD indicator
appears in

the instrument panel.
2.
With the transmission in D, M, or N, pr

ess the brake pedal and
come to a complete stop. The HOLD indicator appears, and
brake hold is applied. Release the brake pedal.
Press the accelerator pedal to cancel brake hold and start
moving.
Accelerator Peda lBrake PedalAutomatic Brake
Hold Button
Off
On OnGoes
On
On
On
U.S.
Canada
Accelerator Peda
lBrake PedalAutomatic Brake
Hold Button
Off
On OnGoes
On
On
On
U.S.
Canada
To turn off brake hold: Press the brake pedal and press the BRAKE
HOLD button again.
Automatic brake hold cancels when:
•
Braking is applied for more than 10 minutes.
•
The driver’

s seat belt is unfastened.
•
The power system is turned off.
Accelerator Peda lBrake PedalAutomatic Brake
Hold Button
Off
On OnGoes
On
On
On
U.S.
Canada

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Using the automatic brake hold system on steep hills or slippery roads may still
allow the vehicle to move if you remove your foot from the brake pedal.
If a vehicle unexpectedly moves, it may cause a crash resulting in serious injury or
death.
Never use the automatic brake hold system or rely on it to keep a vehicle from
moving when stopped on a steep hill or slippery roads.
WARNING
Using the automatic brake hold system to park the vehicle may result in the vehicle
unexpectedly moving.
If a vehicle moves unexpectedly, it may cause a crash, resulting in serious injury or
death.
Never leave the vehicle when braking is temporarily kept by automatic brake hold
and always park the vehicle by putting the transmission in Park (P) and applying the
parking brake.
WARNING
Cruise Control
Maintain a constant vehicle speed without having to keep your foot on the accelerator pedal.
Use cruise control on freeways or open roads where you can travel at a constant speed with
little acceleration or deceleration.
CRUISE MAIN is on in
the instrument panel .
Cruise control is ready to
use.
Press the CRUISE button on
the steering wheel.
Improper use of cruise control can lead to a crash.
Use cruise control only when traveling on open highways in good weather.
WARNING

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n Activating and Setting the Vehicle Speed
Press the CRUISE
button.
Accelerate to the desired speed (above 25 mph). Press the
SET/– part of the switch and take your foot off the pedal.
RES/+ /SET/ Switch
Press down and release
n Adjusting the Vehicle Speed
Press the RES/+
section of the switch to increase speed or the
SET/– section to decrease speed.
Each time you press the switch, the vehicle speed changes by
about 1 mph (1.6 km/h). If you keep the switch pressed, the
vehicle speed increases or decreases until you release it.
To increase speed
To decrease speed
n Canceling Cruise Control
Press either the CANCEL or CRUISE buttons, or press the
brake pedal.
After cruise control has been canceled, you can still resume
the prior set speed by pressing the RES/+ part of the switch
while driving at a speed of at least 25 mph (40 km/h).
Press the CRUISE button to turn the system off.
ButtonCANCEL
CRUISE

Button
Vehicle Stability Assist® (VSA®)
Also known as Electronic Stability Control (ESC), VSA helps stabilize the vehicle during cornering
if the vehicle turns more or less than what was intended. It assists in maintaining traction on
slippery surfaces by regulating engine output and selectively applying the brakes.
n
Turning VSA On or Off
VSA is turned on

every time you turn on the vehicle, even if you previously turned it off. If
you turn VSA off, your vehicle has normal braking and cornering ability, but not VSA traction
and stability enhancement.
To turn VSA on or off, press and hold the VSA OFF button
until you hear a beep. The VSA OFF indicator appears when
the system is off.
Turning VSA off also turns off traction control. That may make
it easier to free your vehicle if it is stuck in mud or snow.
VSA® OFF Indicator

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Parking Sensor System*
When you are parking or backing up and the system senses nearby objects, indicators appear on
the display and a series of beeps sound. As you get closer to the objects, the beep rate increases.
Within about 24 in (60 cm) or less
Front Corner Sensors
Rear Corner Sensor sRear Center Sensors
Within about 43 in (110 cm) or less
Within about 39 in (100 cm) or less
Front Center Sensors
n Turning the System On or Off
Press the parking sensor button.
A green indicator light
appears on the button when the system is on.
*if equipped
Multi-View Rear Camera
When you shift into Reverse (R), a real-time image of the area behind your vehicle is shown in
the display, along with helpful parking guidelines.
Wide view Normal viewTop down view
Use the touchscreen to
toggle between views.
The rear camera view is restricted. You cannot see the corner ends of the bumper or what is
underneath the bumper. Its unique lens also makes objects appear closer or farther than they
actually are.
Visually confirm that it is safe to drive before backing up. Certain conditions (such as weather,
lighting, and high temperatures) may also restrict the rear view. Do not rely on the rearview
display, which does not give you all information about conditions at the rear of your vehicle.

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Refueling
Use the proper fuel and refueling procedure to ensure the best performance and safety of your
vehicle.
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Fuel Information
Unleaded premium gasoline of 93 octane maximiz

es the engine’s performance.
Unleaded premium gasoline of 91 octane or higher is recommended.
Use of gasoline with octane less than 91 can lead to engine damage.
Acura recommends TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline where available.
Do NOT use gasoline containing more than 15% ethanol.
Do NOT use gasoline containing methanol.
Do NOT use gasoline containing MMT.
We recommend quality gasoline containing detergent additives that help prevent fuel
system and engine deposits. In addition, in order to maintain good performance, fuel
economy, and emissions control, we strongly recommend the use of gasoline that does NOT
contain harmful manganese-based fuel additives such as MMT, if such gasoline is available.
NOTICE n
How to Refuel
The fuel

fill door is located at the left rear of the vehicle. Park next to the service pump that
is most accessible. This vehicle does not use a fuel-fill cap.
Turn off the power system.
Press the fuel fill door release button.
Insert the filler nozzle fully. When the tank is full, the fuel
nozzle clicks off automatically.
Wait about five seconds. Remove the filler nozzle and close
the fuel fill door.
Press
Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive. You can be burned or seriously
injured when handling fuel.
Stop the engine, and keep heat, sparks, and flame away.
Handle fuel only outdoors.
Wipe up spills immediately.
WARNING
Fuel Fill Door Release Button

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High-Performance Driving
Your Acura NSX is designed, built and equipped with systems and features to provide you with
exceptional driving performance, including the ability to engage in high-performance driving.
However, due to the risks to both you and other road users, including the risk of injury or death
from a high-speed loss of control or crash, if you engage in high-performance driving, Acura
recommends you only do so where conditions are controlled, such as at a track or other closed-
course venue. When driving on public roads you should always obey the posted speed limits
and other traffic laws, reduce speed as needed for traffic and environmental conditions, and
not engage in driving behaviors (including, for instance, use of Launch Control) that may create
heightened risks for yourself and any other road users who may be present (even if you are
unaware of them).
The NSX warranty does not cover any damage or failure resulting from high-performance
driving, competitive driving of any sort whatsoever, or use on a track or similar-type venue. See
warranty book for details.
NOTICE
NSX Track Mode (see page 136), Launch Control (see page 137) and other systems are
designed for increased performance, both in terms of acceleration and handling, up to near-
performance-limit conditions. They are most appropriately used on closed courses and they
should not be used on public roads. Use of these systems may delay the intervention of vehicle
safety systems designed to minimize the risk of a loss of traction or steering control, and can
cause the NSX to handle differently than you might expect or would experience under normal
driving conditions. Use of these systems will not make up for a lack of appropriate driver experience and skill, and
will not allow the driver to overcome risks created by:
•
A lack of proper v

ehicle maintenance
•
Less than ideal road conditions and/or unfamiliarity with
the driving environment
•
Other traffic or road users
High-performance
driving requires special skills, knowledge and experience, as the safety
risks are greatly increased when the NSX is operated at its upper performance abilities. As
a responsible NSX driver, you should not drive above your skill limits or training, even if the
NSX’s performance levels would otherwise allow you to do so. If you intend to engage in high-
performance driving, Acura strongly recommends that:
•
You first obtain appr
opriate, professional training
•
Wear the appropriate
driving clothing and gear (e.g., helmet, gloves and driving shoes)
•
Be fully rested and alert (fr
ee of drugs or alcohol)
•
Turn off any devices or systems that
may distract you from the driving task
High-performance driving in general, and the use of Track Mode and Launch Control in
particular, puts very high loads on the NSX and its components, and results in greater wear and
tear on the vehicle. Because of these high loads, if your NSX is not in top condition or if certain
components, such as the brakes or tires, have undue wear, those components could experience
a loss of performance, or fail, when subjected to the additional loads. Therefore, Acura highly
recommends that you undertake more proactive and frequent maintenance than that required
under normal use and have your vehicle inspected at an authorized Acura NSX dealer (and all
necessary repairs or adjustments made) before you engage in any high-performance driving.
In addition to any required maintenance, there are certain NSX specific items and protocols that
you should pay special attention to before, during and after engaging in any high-performance

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driving. Ultimately, the decision whether to engage in high-performance driving is yours, and
depending on your NSX’s condition and prior usage, the items and protocols listed below may
or may not be sufficient to ensure a safe driving experience.
n
BEFORE DRIVING
•
With the vehicle park

ed on level ground, properly bleed brake system after replacing with
new Honda DOT 4 brake fluid or equivalent.
•
Inspect brake pad thickness and replace if 6.0mm

or less.
•
Burnish the brake pads so that

they have the performance characteristics necessary
to repeatedly and quickly slow the NSX when it is being operated at significantly high
speeds. (While the NSX’s brake pads are properly burnished for the demands expected in
ordinary day-to-day driving, high performance driving puts unique demands on the brake
system which require further burnishing.) A high performance burnish at the driving venue
prior to the first session of the day is highly recommended.
•
Inspect ALL cooling openings to confirm

they are open and free of debris such as leaves,
etc. Cooling openings include engine undercover ducts, heat resistance ducts, brake ducts,
radiators, and intercoolers.
•
Remove

Tire Repair Kit from the trunk, along with any other cargo area contents.
•
Check tire wear and

tire pressure, and make certain wheel lug bolts are properly torqued,
as driving at high speed puts additional strain on tires and wheels. Never use slick tires,
and do not use Summer Only tires and Ultra High Performance tires if temperatures will
be lower than 45°F (7°C).
•
If you anticipate sustained driving at speeds gr

eater than 168 mph/270 km/h, adjust the
cold tire pressure as shown on the driver door jamb warning label. This will help avoid heat
build-up and sudden tire failure.
If driving at high speeds (over 168mph/270km/h),
adjust cold tire pressure as show n below to avoid
ex cess heat buildup and sudden tire failur e.
DRIVING SPEED TIRE COLD TIRE PRESSUREOVER
168 mph/ 270 km/h FRONT
REAR 260
KPA, 38 PSI
260 KPA, 38 PSI
WARNINGIf driving at high\6 speeds (o ver 16\fmph/2\b0km/h),
adjust cold tire pr\6essure as shown be\6low to avoid
ex cess heat buildup a\6nd sudden tire fai\6lure. Pour conduire à gra\6nde vitesse (plus d\6e 16\f mph /

2\b0 km/h) ajuster la \6pression des pneus\6 à froid, comme
indiqué ci-dessous\6, afn d’éviter l’ac\6cumulation e xcessive
de chaleur et une d\6éfaillance soudaine \6du pneu.
DRIVING SPEED VITESSE DE CONDUITE COLD TIRE PRESSURE PRESSION DES PNEUS À FROIDTIRE/ PNEU
FRONT/AVANT
REAR/ARRIÈRE260 KPA, 38 PSI
260 KPA, 38 PSI
OVER/ PLUS DE
168 mph/ 270 km/h
WARNINGATTENTION
U.S. models Canadian models
Doorjamb
2DAAAA
Use of slick tires/racing slicks may subject the chassis and body components to
higher dynamic loads than they were designed for.
Higher than intended dynamic loads could result in component failure, loss of
control, and serious injury or death to you or others.
Do not install slick tires on the NSX.
WARNING
• Inspect all exhaust mounts for cracks or signs of
wear.
•
Inspect tailpipe active exhaust val
ves to ensure they are functioning correctly. You can
do this by cycling the IDS switch between SPORT and TRACK modes, while the engine is
idling.

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n While Driving
•
You may see a brake warning message in
the Driver
Information Interface (and warning message chime) and/
or experience increased brake pedal stroke. If either occurs,
immediately slow down and allow for increased stopping
distances. The message will disappear once the brakes have
cooled and the system has returned to normal operating
condition.
• After high-performance driving, it is critical to allow your vehicle to properly cool down.
Do not immediately stop your vehicle. Instead, continue driving at reduced speeds,
allowing for increased braking distances until your vehicle returns to normal operating
temperatures. Once you stop and safely park the NSX, open the hatch to aid cooling. If
the engine oil temperature reaches the H mark during high-performance driving, have
your NSX inspected by an authorized Acura NSX dealer.
n
AFTER DRIVING
Check your NSX, and each of its r

elevant components, to make sure that it still is in a safe
operating condition (example: wheel lug bolt torque, tire pressure, etc.). We recommend
you repeat the Before Driving protocol. If any item shows excessive wear or appears to be
in an unusual condition, have it replaced, or exercise appropriate caution when driving and
see your authorized Acura NSX dealer
For more information, please contact your authorized Acura NSX dealer, and/or Acura Client
Relations (see page 213).
Cold or Rainy Weather Driving
Summer-only and Ultra High Performance (UHP) tires are very sensitive to ambient
temperatures and are designed to be used at temperatures above 45°F (7°C). Below that
temperature, Summer-only and UHP tires provide decreasing amounts of grip and other
performance attributes. At temperatures below -4°F (-20°C), the tire treads may become
brittle, resulting in permanent damage to the tread. A damaged tire may fail during use.
Therefore, if you will operate the vehicle when temperatures are below 45°F (7°C), we
recommend you install other tires (e.g., mud+snow, winter) designed to perform under the
expected conditions.
Use of Summer-only or Ultra High Performance tires at temperatures below 45°F
(7°C) may lead to a loss of performance and control, which could result in a crash,
serious injury or death.
WARNING
Your NSX is equipped with ultra-high-performance summer-only tires that, due to their
decreased tread depth, are at greater risk of hydroplaning on wet roads compared to regular
tires. Exercise caution when driving on wet surfaces.