ABS Acura NSX 2017 Owner's Guide

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INSTRUMENT PANELINSTRUMENT PANEL
Malfunction Indicators
These are the most critical indicators. If they come on and stay lit while driving or at any other
time, there may be a problem. See your authorized Acura NSX dealer if necessary.
CanadaU.S.
Brake system
Brake fluid is low, or there is a malfunction in the brake system. Press the brake pedal
lightly to check pedal pressure. If normal, check the brake fluid level when you stop.
If abnormal, take immediate action. If necessary, downshift the transmission to slow
the vehicle using engine braking. Have your vehicle repaired immediately.
Low oil pressure
Engine oil pressure is low. Stop in a safe place. Open the hood and check the oil level,
and add oil if necessary. If the indicator does not turn off, have your vehicle repaired
immediately.
Malfunction indicator lamp (check engine light)
(Steady) The emissions control system may have a problem. Have you vehicle
checked by a authorized Acura NSX dealer.
(Blinks) A
misfire in the engine’s cylinders is

detected. Stop in a safe place, and wait
for the engine to cool down.
Charging system
The battery is not charging. Turn off all electrical items, but do not turn off the vehicle
to prevent further battery discharge. Have your vehicle repaired immediately.
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
There is a problem with the anti-lock brake system. Your vehicle still has normal
braking ability, but no anti-lock function.
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
There is a problem with one of the airbag systems or seat belt tensioners.
Electric Power Steering (EPS)
There is a problem with the electric power steering system.
Power system
There is a problem with the electric vehicle system. Have you vehicle checked by a
authorized Acura NSX dealer immediately.
Keyless Access System
There is a problem with the keyless access system
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) system
There is a problem with the VSA system.
SYSTEMU.S.
Canada
Brake system
There is a problem with the hydraulic brake boost system or the hill start assist
system. Have you vehicle checked by a authorized Acura NSX dealer immediately.

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AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITYAUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY
n Steering Wheel Controls
Operate certain
functions of the audio system using the steering wheel controls.
SOURCE button: Cycle through available audio modes.
Selector Wheel: Roll up and down to adjust volume, or press
to mute. The selector wheel has different functions based on
the audio source:
Radio Left or right: Select previous or next radio preset
Left or right (and hold): Select previous or next strong
station
USB flash drive, iPod, Bluetooth Audio
Left or right: Restart current song, or skip to next song.
Left or right (and hold): Select previous or next folder
Pandora* Right: Skip to next song.
Left or right (and hold): Select previous or next station.
.
Left Selector Wheel
SOURCE Butto n
Left Selector Wheel
n Adjusting the Sound
Make selections
using the touchscreen.
1.
From the HOME scr

een, select Settings.
2.
Select Audio.
3.
Select Sound.
4.
Select the tabs to change the sound mode

and adjust the
setting.
5.
Select OK when complete.
*if equipped

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DRIVINGDRIVING
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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HANDLING THE UNEXPECTEDHANDLING THE UNEXPECTED
HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED
Learn about what to do in critical or emergency situations.
Keyless Access Remote Battery Strength
If the battery life in your keyless access remote is weak, a
message appears in the driver information interface with
information on how to start the engine.
Touch the back of the keyless access remote to the ENGINE
START/STOP button while the indicator is flashing.
With the brake pedal pressed, press the ENGINE START/STOP
button within 10 seconds.
Emergency Power System Off
The ENGINE START/STOP button may be used to turn off the power system due to an
emergency situation even while driving. If you must turn off the power system, choose one of
the following operations:
Press and hold the ENGINE START/STOP button for two seconds,
OR
Firmly press the ENGINE START/STOP button three times.
Turning off the engine disables the power assist to the steering and braking systems. Thus,
it will require significantly more physical effort and time to steer and slow the vehicle.
Downshift gears and use both feet on the brake pedal, if necessary, to slow the vehicle and stop
immediately in a safe place.
Once the vehicle comes to a complete stop, the gear position automatically changes to (P) and
the power mode changes to VEHICLE OFF.
Do not press the button while driving unless it is absolutely necessary for the engine to be
switched off.
NOTICE

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HANDLING THE UNEXPECTEDHANDLING THE UNEXPECTED
Fuse Locations
If any electrical devices are not working, set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK) and check
to see if any applicable fuse is blown. Fuse locations are shown on the fuse box cover. Locate the
fuse by the fuse number and box cover number.
n
Hood Fuse Box A
Located near the

radiator. Push the tabs to open the box.
Fuses shown on next page.
Circuit Protected Amps
1
70A50A40A20A30A200A
2(50 A) 60 A
(6 0A )
(5 0A )
30 A
30 A
(4 0A )
30 A
30 A
3
(40A )30A(30 A)30A
4 (30 A)10
A
57.5A
610 A
77.5ALeft Headlight High Beam VFP2EPS
Cooling Fan
ABS/VSA Motor ABS/VSA FS R
AS F/B Main Main Fuse
F/B Main 1


Left Electric Parking Brake Motor
Right Electric Parking Brake Motor

Heater Motor 2
Heater Motor 1
E-OP
ADS
AMP
*
Parking Light IGPS PCS 8
Left Headlight Low Beam 10 A
9Right Headlight High Beam
10 10
A
Right Headlight Low Beam10 A
11IGPS Fan 7.5 A
12 FI Main15A
13FI Sub14 20
A
Back Up7.5A
15SBW ECU16 7.5 A
DBW 115A
17IG Coil15 A
18 DBW215A
19Parking Light & Headlight Main 20
A
20 Rear Defroste r
20A
21Front Washer 20A
22 ISC15A
23
24 ACC/IG2 Main 10 A
2510 A
26 Daytime Running Lights
Horn10A
27Interior Lights 7.5 A
28 IGP215A
29Audio10 A
AmpsCircuit Protecte dCircuit Protected Amps
1
70A50A40A20A30A200A
2(50 A) 60 A
(6 0A )
(5 0A )
30 A
30 A
(4 0A )
30 A
30 A
3
(40A )30A(30 A)30A
4 (30 A)10
A
57.5A
610 A
77.5ALeft Headlight High Beam VFP2EPS
Cooling Fan
ABS/VSA Motor ABS/VSA FS R
AS F/B Main Main Fuse
F/B Main 1


Left Electric Parking Brake Motor
Right Electric Parking Brake Motor

Heater Motor 2
Heater Motor 1
E-OP
ADS
AMP
*
Parking Light IGPS PCS 8
Left Headlight Low Beam 10 A
9Right Headlight High Beam
10 10
A
Right Headlight Low Beam10 A
11IGPS Fan 7.5 A
12 FI Main15A
13FI Sub14 20
A
Back Up7.5A
15SBW ECU16 7.5 A
DBW 115A
17IG Coil15 A
18 DBW215A
19Parking Light & Headlight Main 20
A
20 Rear Defroste r
20A
21Front Washer 20A
22 ISC15A
23
24 ACC/IG2 Main 10 A
2510 A
26 Daytime Running Lights
Horn10A
27Interior Lights 7.5 A
28 IGP215A
29Audio10 A
AmpsCircuit Protecte d

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HANDLING THE UNEXPECTEDHANDLING THE UNEXPECTED
n Hood Fuse Box B
Located near the 12-volt battery
. Remove the maintenance cover, then push the tabs to
open the box.
AmpsCircuit Protected
160 A60A30A30A30A30A40A
230 A
320 A
47. 5A
5
6 7.
5A20 A
7
8 7.
5A10 A
9
107. 5A
11
12 7.
5A
13
14
15
16
1710A
SBW

F/B Main 2
Wiper
Passenger Power Window IG Main1
Driver Power Window ESB
IG Main2
IMA Moto r
BM S
Stop
Turbo W/ G
Hazard WA/
C/ P

AEV
FI-ECU Backup




IMA Motor
n Driver’s Side Fuse Box
Located under the dashboard.
Circuit Protected Amps110A
215 A
37.5 A
4
520 A
6
20 A
715 A
87.5 A
97.5 A
1010 A
1110 A
121310 A
147.5 A
15
(20A )
16
(7.5 A)
17(20A )
1810 A
19
207.5 A
21
7.5 A
227.5 A
237.5 A
Passenger’s Door Handle Door LockSMART
Front Accessory Power Socket
Fuel Pum p
MISS SO L
ENG
VSA/ABS SRS
Power System 2

Power System 1
Fuel Lid
Driver’s Power Seat Reclining *

Seat Heater *
Driver’s Door Handle
Passenger’s Side Door Unlock
Daytime Running Lights
Key Lock
Air Conditionin g
24Feed Back IG1a 7.5A
25Instrument Panel Lights7.5A
26Power Lumbar Support *(7.5
A)
27Parking Lights7.5A
28Sub Main15 A29Meter10 A30DR27.5A
31Sub Fuel Pump15 A
32SR S10 A
33Passenger’s Side Door Lock 7.5A34Driver’s Door Lock7.5A
35Driver’s Door Unlock7.5A
36Driver’s Power Seat Sliding *(2
0A )
37
7.5A
Right Daytime Running
Light
38
7.5A39 Left Daytime Running LightFeed Back IG1b7.5A
40ACC7.5A
4142
AmpsCircuit Protecte d
Fuse Label
Circuit Protected Amps110A
215 A
37.5 A
4
520 A
6
20 A
715 A
87.5 A
97.5 A
1010 A
1110 A
121310 A
147.5 A
15
(20A )
16
(7.5 A)
17(20A )
1810 A
19
207.5 A
21
7.5 A
227.5 A
237.5 A
Passenger’s Door Handle Door LockSMART
Front Accessory Power Socket
Fuel Pum p
MISS SO L
ENG
VSA/ABS SRS
Power System 2

Power System 1
Fuel Lid
Driver’s Power Seat Reclining *

Seat Heater *
Driver’s Door Handle
Passenger’s Side Door Unlock
Daytime Running Lights
Key Lock
Air Conditionin g
24Feed Back IG1a 7.5A
25Instrument Panel Lights7.5A
26Power Lumbar Support *(7.5
A)
27Parking Lights7.5A
28Sub Main15 A29Meter10 A30DR27.5A
31Sub Fuel Pump15 A
32SR S10 A
33Passenger’s Side Door Lock 7.5A34Driver’s Door Lock7.5A
35Driver’s Door Unlock7.5A
36Driver’s Power Seat Sliding *(2
0A )
37
7.5A
Right Daytime Running
Light
38
7.5A39 Left Daytime Running LightFeed Back IG1b7.5A
40ACC7.5A
4142
AmpsCircuit Protecte d
*if equipped

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MAINTENANCEMAINTENANCE
Independent of the Maintenance Minder information:
•
Replace the brake

fluid every 3 years.
•
Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000 km).
•
Adjust the val

ves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if they are noisy.
•
Inspect the fuel injection systems every 3

years.
•
Inspect tire condition every 3,

100 miles (5,000 km).
For U.S. models: Maintenance, replacement, or repair of emissions control devices and systems may
be done by any automotive repair establishment or individuals using parts that are certified to EPA
standards.
According to state and federal regulations, failure to perform maintenance on the maintenance main items
marked with # will not void your emissions warranties. However, all maintenance services should be performed
in accordance with the intervals indicated by the multi-information display.
n Maintenance Minder Service Codes
These codes indicate what services are due on your vehicle.
*1: If a message SERVICE does not appear more than 12 months after the displ\
ay is reset,
CODE
change the engine oil every year.
See information on maintenance and emissions warranty.
A Maintenance Main Items
B
Inspect exhaust system#
Inspect fuel lines and connections#
Inspect direct injection + port injection fuel system
Replace engine oi
l*1
Replace engine oil*1 and oil lter
Inspect front and rear brakes
Check expiration date for temporary tire repair
kit bottle
Inspect tie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots
Inspect suspension components
Inspect driveshaft boots
Inspect brake hoses and li nes (Including ABS/VSA)
Inspect all uid levels and condition of uids
#

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MAINTENANCEMAINTENANCE
Brake Fluid
The fluid level should be between the MIN and MAX marks on
the side of the reservoir. We recommend using Acura Heavy
Duty Brake Fluid DOT 4.
Pour the fluid carefully.
If the fluid level is at or below the MIN mark, have the vehicle
inspected for leaks or worn brake pads as soon as possible.
MINBrake Reservoir
MAX
Brake fluid marked DOT 5 is not compatible with your vehicle’s braking system and can cause
extensive damage.
NOTICE
Checking the 12-Volt Battery
Check the battery terminals for corrosion monthly.
Remove the cover by pressing the tabs. Slide the terminal cover
over the (+) terminal.
AGM-labeled batteries can be damaged if improperly charged.
See your authorized Acura NSX dealer for charging information.
Ta bCove r
Terminal Cover
For jump starting, see page 158.

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SPECIFICATIONSMAINTENANCE
• If possible, remove the vehicle from the garage or enclosed area, remove covering, and
periodically run the engine until it reaches full operating temperature (the cooling fan cycles
on and off twice). Preferably, do this once a month.
•
To maintain the High V

oltage battery, drive your vehicle for more than 30 minutes at least
once every three months.
If road conditions are not suitable or desirable for driving, the following alternate procedure can
be used to maintain the vehicle’s High Voltage battery if local laws permit idling:
1.
Remove

the vehicle from the garage or enclosed area to prevent carbon monoxide
accumulation.
2.
Depress the brake pedal and pr

ess the ENGINE START/STOP button as you normally would
to start the vehicle.
3.
Allow the vehicle

to run for 30 minutes. Time spent at idle stop still counts as part of this
30-minute run.
Paint Care
Your vehicle’s paint requires up to 60 days from the production date to fully cure. During this
time, avoid applying any wax or paint sealant-type products, as they could hinder the curing
process and affect the paint’s durability.
You may polish the paint during these 60 days if the polishes do not contain any wax or paint
sealant ingredients. Use only clean, high-quality microfiber towels or pads, as they are softer
material and have less chance of scratching the finish. It is absolutely necessary to keep the
microfiber towels or pads properly cleaned and maintained before using on your vehicle.
For more information, contact an authorized Acura NSX dealer. n
Vehicle
ModelAcura NSX
No. of Passengers :
Front 2
Weights:Gross Vehicle
Weight RatingU.S. :4,497 lbs (2,040 kg)Canada :2,040 kgGross Axle Weight
Rating (Front)U.S.:1 ,885 lbs (855 kg)Canada :855 kgGross Axle Weight
Rating (Rear)U.S.:2,646 lbs (1,200 kg)Canada :1,200kg
Air Conditioning:
Refrigerant Type
Charge Quantit y
Lubricant Type
HFC-134a (R-134a) 16.0 - 17.8 oz (455 - 505 g)
ND-OIL 11
Quantity3.72 - 4.23 oz (110 - 125 mL)
n Engine
Fuel
Engine Specification sDisplacement 213 cu-in (3,493 cm3)
NG K
Spark PlugsSILZKAR8F7S
Unleaded premium gasoline,
Type
pump octane number of 91 or higher
Fuel Tank Capacity 15.6 US gal (59 ℓ)
n Light Bulbs
LE DLEDLEDLED
LED
LEDLEDLEDLEDLEDLEDLEDLED
LEDLEDLEDLEDLED
Map Lights
Ambient Lights
Door Courtesy Lights
Glove Box Ligh t
Trunk Light
Headlights (Low Beam )Headlights (High Beam )
Front Turn Signal/Parking Lights
Front Side Marker Lights
Side Turn Signal Lights
(on Door Mirrors)
Daytime Running Lights
Rear Turn Signal Lights
Brake/Taillights
Rear Side Marker Lights
Taillights
Back-Up Lights
Rear License Plate Lights
High-M ount Brake Ligh t
In terior Lights
SPECIFICATIONS

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VOICE COMMAND INDEXVOICE COMMAND INDEX
n Song by Voice Commands*
Available for tracks
stored on an iPod or USB device.
Music search
List album (specify album)
List artist (specify artist)
List composer (specify composer)
List genre (specify genre)
List playlist (specify playlist)
Play album (specify album)
Play artist (specify artist)
Play composer (specify composer) Play genre (specify genre)
Play playlist (specify playlist)
Play song (specify song)
What/Who am I listening to?
Who is this?
What’s playing?
Who’s playing?
What album is this?
*models with navigation
INDEX
AcuraLink ........................................................................\
.
110
AcuraLink messages ................................................. 110
Emergency assistance .............................................. 112
Operator assistance ................................................. 113
Roadside assistance .................................................. 214
Security Features

....................................................... 113
Subscription Features
............................................... 112
Airbags ........................................................................\
....... 24
Airbag care.................................................................... 32
Airbag system components
..................................... 30
Airbag system indicators ........................................... 28
Driver’

s knee airbag
.................................................... 26
Front airbags ................................................................ 24
Passenger Airbag Off

Indicator
................................ 29
Side airbags .................................................................. 25
Side-curtain airbags .................................................... 25
Android Auto™ ............................................................... 90
Apple® CarPlay® ............................................................. 88
Audio operation Accessory P

ower Socket
............................................ 81
Adjusting the Sound ................................................... 83
Android Auto™ ........................................................... 90
Apple® CarPlay® ........................................................ 88
Bluetooth audio .......................................................... 99
Display Audio .............................................................. 84
FM Radio ....................................................................... 92
iPod ........................................................................\
....... 94
Pandora ........................................................................\
. 97
SiriusXM Radio ............................................................ 93SOURCE
.................................................................
92–99
Steering-wheel controls ............................................ 82
USB flash drive ............................................................. 96
USB port....................................................................... 80
Bluetooth® Audio

Commands
.................................... 221
Braking Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
............................... 139
Automatic Brake Hold ............................................. 141
Brake Assist S

ystem
.................................................. 139
Foot brake ................................................................... 139
Parking brake.............................................................

140
Break In
........................................................................\
.... 125
Carbon Monoxide Gas .................................................... 16
Car Wash Mode ............................................................. 135
Child safety ....................................................................... 33
Child seat Child seat with tether
............................................. 40
Installing a child seat ............................................... 38
Selecting a child seat ............................................... 37
Protecting Infants ....................................................... 35
Protecting Lar

ger Children
........................................ 41
Protecting Smaller Children ...................................... 36
Climate control ................................................................ 76
Heated seats ................................................................ 77
Climate Control C

ommands
...................................... 220
Clock ........................................................................\
.......... 79
Cold Weather

Driving
................................................... 155
Contact us ....................................................................... 213