air condition Acura NSX 2017 Owner's Guide

TABLE OF CONTENTS
*if equipped
This Owner’s Guide is intended to help you quickly get acquainted with your 2017 Acura NSX. It
provides basic information and instructions on technology and convenience features, as well as
emergency procedures and how to get assistance.
This guide is for vehicles sold in the United States and Canada. It covers all NSX models, so you
may find descriptions of features and equipment that are not in your vehicle.
Images throughout this guide are from U.S. vehicles and represent features and equipment that
are available on some, but not all, models. Images shown in this guide should be considered
examples and used for demonstration purposes only.
This guide is not intended to be a substitute for the Owner’s Manual. The Owner Information
CD enclosed in your information kit includes the Owner’s Manual, Navigation Manual, and
vehicle and tire warranties in electronic format. This information can be viewed on a computer
(PC
or Mac platform) and saved or printed for
your reference. In addition, you can visit owners.
acura.com (U.S.) or myacura.ca (Canada) to view the complete and most current information.
If you are the first registered owner of your vehicle, you may request a complimentary printed
copy of the Owner’s Manual, Navigation Manual, or Vehicle Warranty within the first six months
of vehicle purchase. To request a copy, visit owners.acura.com and create or log in to your
account. In Canada, please request a copy from your authorized Acura NSX dealer.
American Honda Motor Co., Inc. strives to be proactive in protecting our environment and
natural resources. By using electronic delivery for a considerable portion of the information
typically found in a vehicle owner’s manual, we are further reducing our impact on the
environment.
VISUAL INDEX ................................................................ 2
Steering Wheel and Nearby C ontrols ..............................2
Dashboard and C
eiling Controls
....................................... 6
PHONE PAIRING QUICK

START...................................8
HANDS-FREE PHONE QUICK START
........................ 10
VOICE RECOGNITION QUICK ST

ART
.......................11
SPORT HYBRID SUPER HANDLING ALL

-WHEEL
DRIVE
™ ........................................................................\
.. 13
SAFETY INFORMATION
.............................................. 14
High-Voltage S

ystem Precautions
................................. 18
Seat Belts ........................................................................\
.... 19
Airbags ........................................................................\
......... 24
Child Safety ........................................................................\
.33
Safety Label Locations
......................................................43
Reporting Safety Defects ................................................ 44
INSTRUMENT PANEL..................................................

45
Malfunction Indicators
..................................................... 46
Condition Indicators ........................................................ 48
On/Off Indicators .............................................................. 50
Driver Information Interface ........................................... 51
VEHICLE CONTROLS
.................................................. 54
Using the R

emote Transmitter
........................................ 54
Keyless Access

System
...................................................... 55
Door Operation from

Inside the Vehicle
.......................57
Power Window Operation ............................................... 59
Interior and Exterior Lights .............................................. 60
Wiper Operation ................................................................ 63Intermittent (INT) wipers
................................................
64
Adjusting the Seats ........................................................... 65
Driving Position Memory S
ystem*
................................
71
Adjusting the Mirr
ors
........................................................
72
HomeLink® Universal T
ransceiver
..................................
74
Climate Control
System
...................................................
76
Seat Heaters* ..................................................................... 77
Customized Featur
es
........................................................
78
Setting the Clock ............................................................... 79
AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY
................................... 80
Basic Audio Operation ..................................................... 80
Operating Display Audio ................................................. 84
Wi-Fi Connection ............................................................... 87
Apple® CarPlay® ................................................................ 88
Android Auto™ ................................................................... 90
FM Radio ........................................................................\
.....92
SiriusXM
® Radio* ............................................................... 93
USB Flash Drive .................................................................. 96
Pandora®* ........................................................................\
.... 97
Bluetooth® Audio ............................................................... 99
BLUETOOTH
® HANDSFREELINK® ............................ 101
Basic HFL Operation ....................................................... 101
Pairing a Phone.................................................................
103
Making a Call
.................................................................... 104
SMS Text Messaging and E-Mail ................................... 108
Siri™ Eyes Free ................................................................... 109

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QUICK STARTQUICK START
Follow these steps to access the voice-recognition system.
shown with navigation
1. Press the Talk button
ƒThe Voice P

ortal will appear on the display
ƒ The portal displays the available categories and commands
2.
Say one of the displayed items
ƒ You may have to select a sub-category

or two until you get to the commands
SPORT HYBRID SUPER HANDLING ALL-
WHEEL DRIVE
™
This vehicle uses both electric motors and a gasoline engine. A High Voltage battery powers
the electric motors. The High Voltage battery is recharged by an engine-driven generator and
regenerative braking.
The system automatically manages the engine and motors, switching between them or
blending them as appropriate. The gas engine will stop and start automatically during vehicle
operation, as needed to meet driving and battery conditions.
In addition to the High Voltage battery, this vehicle includes a standard 12-volt battery to power
the airbags, the interior and exterior lights, and other 12-volt systems.
Because of the many unique systems in this vehicle, you may hear some unfamiliar sounds. You
will soon recognize them as normal.
Your driving style heavily impacts fuel efficiency and driving range. Spirited acceleration,
high-speed driving, or heavy climate-control use can quickly reduce the High Voltage battery’s
charge. This can trigger the system to switch to the gasoline-powered engine.

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SAFETYSAFETY
Your vehicle is not recommended for child passengers.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Transport Canada recommend that
all children ages 12 and under be properly restrained in a back seat. Since this vehicle does
not have a back seat, Acura recommends you do not carry as a passenger a child aged 12 or
under because:
•
An inflating front or side airbag can injur

e or kill a child sitting in the passenger’s seat.
•
A child in the passenger’s seat is mor

e likely to interfere with the driver’s ability to safely
control the vehicle.
•
Statistics show that children of all siz

es and ages are safer when they are properly
restrained in a rear seat.
•
Any child who is too small

to wear a seat belt correctly must be restrained in an approved
child seat that is properly secured to the vehicle using either the lap belt portion of the
lap/shoulder belt or the lower anchors of the LATCH system.
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Safety Messages
When y

ou see the following messages throughout this guide, pay close attention.
DANGERYou WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don’t follow instructions.
WARNINGYou CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don’t follow instructions.
CAUTIONYou CAN be HURT if you don’t follow instructions.
NOTICE This information is intended to help you avoid damage to your vehicle,
other property, or the environment.
SAFETY INFORMATION
Your safety—and the safety of others—is very important, and operating this vehicle safely is an
important responsibility. While we strive to help you make informed decisions about safety,
it is not practical or possible to warn you about all the hazards associated with operating or
maintaining your vehicle. Therefore, you must use your own good judgment.
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Important Safety Information
This guide explains many of

your vehicle’s safety features and how to use them. Please read
this information carefully. Following the instructions below will also help to keep you and
your passengers safe.
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Important Safety Precautions
•
Always wear y

our seat belt.
•
Be aware of airbag hazards.
•
Don’t drink and drive.
•
Pay appropriate

attention to the task of driving safely.
•
Control your

speed.
•
Keep your

vehicle in safe condition.
Engaging in cell phone conversation or other activities that keep you from paying close
attention to the road, other vehicles, and pedestrians could lead to a crash. Remember,
situations can change quickly, and only you can decide when it is safe to divert some
attention away from driving.

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SAFETYSAFETY
Carbon monoxide gas is toxic. Breathing it can cause unconsciousness and even
kill you.
Avoid any enclosed areas or activities that expose you to carbon monoxide.
WARNING
An enclosed area such as a garage can quickly fill up with carbon monoxide gas. Do not run
the engine with the garage door closed. Even when the garage door is open, drive out of the
garage immediately after starting the engine.
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Carbon Monoxide Gas
The engine exhaust fr

om this vehicle contains carbon monoxide, a colorless, odorless, and
highly toxic gas. As long as you properly maintain your vehicle and follow the instructions
set forth below, you will not accumulate dangerous levels of carbon monoxide gas in the
vehicle interior.
Have the exhaust system inspected for leaks whenever:
• The exhaust system is making an unusual noise.
•
The exhaust system may have been damaged.
•
The vehicle is raised for an

oil change.
When you operate a vehicle with the hatch open, airflow can pull exhaust gas into the
interior and create a hazardous condition. If you must drive with the hatch open, open all
the windows and set the climate control system as shown below.
•
Select the fresh air mode.
•
Select the mode.
•
Set the fan speed to high.
•
Set the temperature contr

ol to a comfortable setting.
Adjust the climate control system in

the same manner if you sit in your parked vehicle with
the engine running.

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SAFETYSAFETY
• Two people should never use the same seat belt. If they do, they could be very seriously
injured in a crash.
•
Do not put any accessories on the seat belts. Devices intended

to improve comfort
or reposition the shoulder part of a seat belt can reduce the protective capability and
increase the chance of serious injury in a crash.
•
No one should sit in a seat with an inoperative seat belt

or one that does not appear
to be working correctly. Using a seat belt that is not working properly may not protect
the occupant in a crash. Have an authorized Acura NSX dealer check the belt as soon as
possible.
Not wearing a seat belt properly increases the chance of a serious injury or death
in a crash, even though your vehicle has airbags.
Be sure you and your passenger always wear seat belts and wear them properly.
WARNING
n Seat Belt Inspection
Regularly check the condition
of your seat belts as follows:
Pull each belt out fully and look for frays, cuts, burns, and wear.
Check that the latches work smoothly and the belts retract easily. If a belt does not retract
easily, cleaning the belt may correct the problem. Only use a mild soap and warm water. Do
not use bleach or cleaning solvents. Make sure the belt is completely dry before allowing it
to retract.
Any belt that is not in good condition or working properly will not provide proper protection
and should be replaced as soon as possible.
A belt that has been worn during a crash may not provide the same level of protection in a
subsequent crash. Have your seat belts inspected by an authorized Acura NSX dealer after
any collision.
Not checking or maintaining seat belts can result in serious injury or death if the
seat belts do not work properly when needed.
Check your seat belts regularly and have any problem corrected as soon as
possible.
WARNING

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SAFETYSAFETY
n Airbag System Indicators
If a problem occurs in
the airbag system, the SRS indicator
will come on and a message appears on the multi-
information display.
SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) Indicator
If the indicator comes on at any other time besides vehicle start-up, or does not come on at
all, have the system checked by an authorized Acura NSX dealer as soon as possible. If you
don’t, your airbags and seat belt tensioners may not work properly when they are needed.
Ignoring the SRS indicator can result in serious injury or death if the airbag
systems or tensioners do not work properly.
Have your vehicle checked by an
authorized Acura NSX dealer as soon as possible if
the SRS indicator alerts you to a possible problem.
WARNING
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator
The indicator comes on to alert you that the passenger’s front
airbag has been turned off. This occurs when the passenger
seat weight sensors detect 65 lbs (29 kg) or less, the weight
of an infant or small child, on the seat.
U.S .C anada
Your vehicle is not recommended for child passengers. Never put a rear-facing child seat
in this vehicle. If you decide to disregard our recommendations and transport a small child,
they should be properly restrained.
Objects placed on the seat can also cause the indicator to come on.
If the passenger‘s seat is empty, the passenger’s front airbag will not deploy and the
indicator will not come on.
If the indicator comes on with no occupant or objects in the passenger’s seat, something
may be interfering with the weight sensors, such as:
•
An object hanging on the seat.
•
An object pressing against the

rear of the seat-back.
•
The seat or seat-back is for

ced back against cargo on the floor behind it.
•
An object placed under the passenger’

s seat.
If none of these conditions exist, have your vehicle checked by an authorized Acura NSX
dealer as soon as possible.
The passenger airbag off indicator may go on and off repeatedly if the total weight on the
seat is near the airbag cutoff threshold.

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AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITYAUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY
Android Auto™
Connect a compatible Android phone to the system. You can use the touchscreen to make a
phone call, listen to music, and more. Visit the Android Auto website for more information.
Park in a safe place before connecting your smartphone and launching any compatible apps.
1.
Download the Android Auto

app to your phone.
2.
Connect the phone to

the USB port (see page 80).
The phone is automatically paired. A tutorial also appears.
3.
From the HOME scr

een, select Android Auto.
4.
Android Auto r

equires you to send vehicle information to
Google or its service providers. On the consent screen, select
Enable Once, Always Enable, or Cancel.
Android Auto icon
5. Select a menu option.
A.
Maps (Navigation): View Google Maps and
operate
navigation with route guidance. You cannot enter
destinations using the keyboard while the vehicle is
moving.
B.
Phone: Make phone calls or listen

to voicemail.
While connected to Android Auto, calls can only be
made through Android Auto, not through Bluetooth
HandsFreeLink.
C. HOME (Google Now): Display useful information organiz ed by Android Auto into
simple cards that appear only when needed.
D.
Music: Play music from compatible apps.

Select this icon to switch between music apps.
E.
Return to HOME screen:

Go back to the vehicle system HOME screen.
F.
Voice: Use

voice commands via Google Voice Search to operate Android Auto. You can
also press and hold the Talk button on the steering wheel (see page 101) to say voice
commands.
Depending on use, Android Auto can share certain vehicle information (e.g., vehicle location, speed, and other
operating conditions) with Google and its service providers. See Google privacy policy for details regarding
Google’s use and handling of data uploaded by Android Auto. Use of Android Auto is at user’s own risk, and
is subject to agreement to the Android Auto terms of use, which are presented to the user when the Android
Auto application is downloaded to the user’s Android phone. Android Auto vehicle integration is provided
“as is,” and Honda cannot guarantee Android Auto operability or functionality now or in the future due to,
among other conditions, changes in Android Auto software/Android operating system, service interruptions,
or incompatibility or obsolescence of vehicle-integrated hardware or software. See dealer for details. Only use
Android Auto when conditions allow you to do so safely. See your Owner’s Manual on the Owner Information
CD or at owners.honda.com (U.S.) or myhonda.ca (Canada) for further license and warranty terms.
A B C D E
F
Model with navigation shown

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Subscription Features
A subscription-based service that provides convenient features, such as collision notification,
emergency assistance, online security, and important messages about your vehicle.
To subscribe or get more information, contact a dealer or visit owners.acura.com (U.S.) or
www.myacura.ca (Canada). Requires enrollment and privacy agreement.
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Emergency Assistance
If your v

ehicle’s airbags deploy or if the unit detects that
the vehicle is severely impacted, your vehicle automatically
attempts to connect to the AcuraLink operator if there is
sufficient cellular coverage. Once connected, information
about your vehicle, its positioning, and its condition will be
sent to the operator. You can also speak to the operator when
connected.
To manually connect to the operator, open the cover on the
ceiling console and press ASSIST when the vehicle is on.
ButtonASSIST
n Security Features
To use security
features, you need your user ID and personal identification number (PIN).
Some of these features are also available with the AcuraLink smartphone app. Visit owners.
acura.com/apps to download the app.
Stolen vehicle tracking: Searches and tracks down your vehicle position.
Remote door lock/unlock: Remotely lock or unlock doors.
Vehicle finder: Locate your vehicle in large areas, such as a parking lot.
Security alarm notification: If your vehicle’s security system detects tampering, the
provider notifies you.
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Operator Assistance
Connect to the AcuraLink operator

when trying to find a
destination or for roadside assistance.
Press LINK to connect to an operator.
L INK button
ACURALINK®ACURALINK®

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DRIVINGDRIVING
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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DRIVINGDRIVING
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.
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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.