lock 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
â„¢ ........................................................................\
.. 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 Autoâ„¢ ................................................................... 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
Siriâ„¢ Eyes Free ................................................................... 109

*if equipped
Acura Total Luxury Care Roadside Assistance
Your Acura TLC Roadside Assistance representative is here to help you 24 hours a day, 7 days
a week. Under your 4-year/50,000-mile (80,000 km) warranty, the following benefits are
available:
Towing services—full cost of towing to the closest authorized Acura NSX dealer
Roadside assistance—jump starting, fuel delivery, lockout, and flat tire
Trip planning—detailed trip routing, emergency services, and more
U.S. customers
(800) 594-8500
Canadian customers
(800) 565-7587 (Canada)
Acura Client Relations
Your authorized Acura NSX dealer should be able to answer any questions you have about your
vehicle. However, if you are dissatisfied with the information you receive, you can call Acura
Client Relations (see page 213):
U.S. customers
Main line: (800) 382-2238
NSX specialists: (844) 68-ACURA [682-2872]
Canadian customers
Main line: (888) 922-8729
NSX specialists: (844) 9MYNSX9 [969-6799]
ACURALINK®* .............................................................110
AcuraLink Messages ........................................................ 110
Subscription Features ..................................................... 112
NAVIGATION*
............................................................ 114
Basic Navigation Operation .......................................... 114
Entering a Destination .................................................... 118
Routing ........................................................................\
...... 122
DRIVING
...................................................................... 125
Before Driving ................................................................... 125
High Voltage Battery Maintenance ............................. 127
Maximum Load Limit ...................................................... 127
Starting to Drive .............................................................. 130
Shifting........................................................................\
....... 132
Car Wash Mode
................................................................ 135
Integrated Dynamics System (IDS) .............................. 136
Braking ........................................................................\
....... 139
Automatic Brake Hold .................................................... 141
Cruise Control .................................................................. 143
Vehicle Stability Assist® (VSA®) ..................................... 145
Parking Sensor System* ................................................. 146
Multi-View Rear Camera ................................................ 147
Refueling ........................................................................\
....148
High-Performance Driving ............................................. 150
Cold or Rainy Weather Driving ..................................... 155
HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED ................................156
Keyless Access Remote Battery Strength
................... 156
Emergency Power System Off ...................................... 157
Jump Starting ................................................................... 158
Overheating ...................................................................... 160
Emergency Towing ........................................................... 162
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
................... 163Tire Repair Kit
...................................................................
166
Fuse Locations .................................................................. 168
MAINTENANCE
.......................................................... 175
Safety Precautions........................................................... 175
Maintenance Minder
â„¢ .................................................... 177
Under the Hood ............................................................... 182
Under the Hatch ..............................................................184
Engine Oil ........................................................................\
.. 185
Engine Coolant ................................................................. 189
Inverter Coolant ............................................................... 191
Window Washer Fluid ..................................................... 191
Brake Fluid ........................................................................\
. 192
Checking the 12-Volt Battery ........................................ 193
Changing Wiper Blades .................................................. 195
Tire Information ............................................................... 197
Tire Labeling..................................................................... 202
DOT Tire Quality Grading
............................................. 204
Testing of Readiness Codes ........................................... 206
Long-Term Storage
......................................................... 207
Paint Care ........................................................................\
. 208
SPECIFICATIONS
....................................................... 209
CLIENT INFORMATION
............................................. 211
Frequently Asked Questions/Troubleshooting .......... 211
Contact Us ........................................................................\
213
Acura Total Luxury Care Roadside Assistance ............ 214
EPA Contact Information ............................................... 214
Warranty Coverages ........................................................ 215
Disclosures ....................................................................... 216
VOICE COMMAND INDEX ........................................219
INDEX........................................................................\
.. 223 In the event of a collision, call Acura Roadside Assistance

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VISUAL INDEXVISUAL INDEX
Dashboard and Ceiling Controls
u v w x y z { |
u
Power Window Switches p. 59
Power Door Lock Master Switch p. 57
Door Mirror Controls p. 72
vMemory Buttons* /
SET Button* p. 71
wDriver’s Side Interior Fuse Box p. 171
xDriver’s Front Airbag p. 24
yDriver’s Knee Airbag p. 26
zElectric Parking Brake Switch p. 140
Automatic Brake Hold Button p. 141
{Rearview Mirror p. 72
|Passenger’s Front Airbag p. 24
*if equipped
u v w x y z {
uHatch Release Button p. 58
Fuel Fill Door Release Button p. 149
vHood Release Handle p. 181
wUSB Port p. 80
xAccessory Power Socket p. 81
yUSB Port p. 80
zGlove Box
{Passenger’s Side Interior Fuse Box p.
172

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SAFETYSAFETY
High-Voltage System Precautions
n In Case of a Collision
•
Be careful of electric shock hazard: If a sev
ere crash damages your vehicle’s high-voltage
system, there is a possibility of electrical shock due to exposed high-voltage components
or wires. If this happens, do not touch any of the high-voltage system components or any
of its orange wires.
•
Avoid contact with high-v

oltage battery fluid: The High Voltage battery contains a
flammable electrolyte that could leak as a result of a severe crash. Avoid any skin or eye
contact with the electrolyte, as it is corrosive. If you accidentally touch it, flush your eyes
or skin with a large quantity of water for at least five minutes and seek medical attention
immediately.
•
Use a fire extinguisher for an electrical

fire. Attempting to extinguish an electrical fire with
water can be dangerous.
•
If the vehicle is

damaged, have it repaired by an authorized Acura NSX dealer.
n
Emergency Shutdown System
The emergency shutdown system may activate

during an impact or crash. When the system
activates, your vehicle no longer will move under its own power. To return the High Voltage
system to normal operation, consult an authorized Acura NSX dealer.
Do not touch the high-voltage system. It can cause severe electrical shock. If
the high-voltage system needs maintenance or repair, have it performed by an
authorized Acura NSX dealer.
WARNING
Seat Belts
A seat belt is your best protection in all types of collisions. Airbags are designed to supplement
seat belts, not replace them. So even though your vehicle is equipped with airbags, make sure
you and any passenger always wear your seat belts and wear them properly.
n
Lap/Shoulder Seat Belts
Both seating positions are equipped with lap/shoulder seat belts

with emergency locking
retractors. In normal driving, the retractor lets you move freely while keeping some tension
on the belt. During a collision or sudden stop, the retractor locks to restrain your body.
The passenger’s seat belt has a lockable retractor that must be properly activated when
using a forward-facing child seat, should you choose to disregard our recommendations and
install one.
Both seats are equipped with automatic seat belt tensioners to enhance safety. The
tensioners automatically tighten the seat belts during a moderate to severe frontal collision,
sometimes even if the collision is not severe enough to inflate the front airbags.
n
Proper Use of Seat

Belts
Follow these guidelines for proper use:
•
All occupants should sit upright, well back in

the seat, and remain in that position for the
duration of the trip. Slouching and leaning reduces the effectiveness of the belt and can
increase the chance of serious injury in a crash.
•
Never place the shoulder part of a lap/shoulder seat belt under

your arm or behind your
back. This could cause very serious injuries in a crash.

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SAFETYSAFETY
• Never put a seat belt over yourself or a passenger and a child. During a crash, the belt would
likely pr
ess deep into the child and cause serious or fatal injuries.
•
Never let two children use

the same seat belt. Both children could be very seriously injured
in a crash.
•
Do not allow childr

en to operate the doors, windows, or seat adjustments.
•
Do not leave children in the

vehicle unattended, especially in hot weather when the inside
of the vehicle can get hot enough to kill them. They could also activate vehicle controls,
causing it to move unexpectedly.
Allowing a child to play with a seat belt or wrap one around their neck can result in
serious injury or death.
Instruct children not to play with any seat belt and make sure any unused seat belt a
child can reach is buckled, fully retracted, and locked.
WARNING
Children who are unrestrained or improperly restrained can be seriously injured or
killed in a crash.
Any child too small for a seat belt should be properly restrained in a child seat.
A larger child should be properly restrained with a seat belt, using a booster seat if
necessary.
WARNING
n Protecting Infants
An infant must be properly r
estrained in a rear-facing, reclining child seat until the infant
reaches the seat maker’s weight or height limit for the seat, and the infant is at least one
year old. Because rear-facing child seats should not be used in this vehicle, you should
never carry an infant in this vehicle.
Placing a rear-facing child seat in the front seat can result in serious injury or
death during a crash.
Never install a rear-facing child seat in this vehicle.
WARNING

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SAFETYSAFETY
n Installing a Child Seat
1.
Move the passenger seat

to the rearmost position.
2.
Place the child seat on the passenger seat

.
3. Route the seat belt through the child seat according to
the seat manufacturer’s instructions, and insert the latch
plate into the buckle. Insert the latch plate fully until it
clicks.
4.
Slowly pull the shoulder

part of the belt all the way out
until it stops. This activates the lockable retractor.
5. Let the seat belt completely wind up into the retractor,
then try to pull it out to make sure the retractor is locked.
If you are able to pull the shoulder belt out, the lockable
retractor is not activated. Pull the seat belt all the way
out, and repeat steps 3–5.
6. Grab the shoulder part of the seat belt near the buckle,
and pull up to remo ve any slack from the lap part of the
belt. When doing this, place your weight on the child seat
and push it into the vehicle seat.
7.
Make sure the child seat is

firmly secured by rocking it
forward and back and side to side; little movement should
be felt.
To deactivate a lockable retractor, release the buckle and allow the seat belt to wind up all
the way.

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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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VEHICLE CONTROLSVEHICLE CONTROLS
VEHICLE CONTROLS
Learn about the various controls necessary for operating and driving the vehicle.
Using the Remote Transmitter
Lock or unlock the doors and hatch.
LED
Lock button: Press to lock the
doors and hatch. Press again
for audible verification.
Unlock button: Press to
unlock the driver’s door. Press
again to unlock the passenger’s
door.
Leaving the keyless access remote in the vehicle can result in theft or accidental movement of
the vehicle. Always take the key with you whenever you leave the vehicle unattended.
NOTICE
Keyless Access System
When you carry the remote transmitter (for example, in a pocket or purse) and it is outside the
vehicle and within range (about 32 inches or 80 cm), you can lock or unlock the doors and hatch
without handling the transmitter.
n
Unlocking/Locking the Doors
To unlock:

The door handle will pop out if both doors are
closed. If the handle fails to pop out, push on its front side.
To lock: Press the door lock button on either door handle
when the vehicle is off. If the remote transmitter is inside the
vehicle, the doors will not lock.
n Auto Pop-Out Main Switch
To disable the auto
pop-out function: Use the switch in the
glove compartment.
Main Switc h
ON
OFF

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VEHICLE CONTROLSVEHICLE CONTROLS
n Unlocking the Hatch
To unlock:
Press the hatch release button on the vehicle, or
on the keyless remote.Door Operation from Inside the Vehicle
Use several methods to lock or unlock the doors.
n
Using the Lock Tab
To unlock: Pull

the lock tab rearward. When you unlock
either door using the lock tab, the specific door (driver’s or
passenger’s) unlocks.
To lock: Push the lock tab forward. When you lock the door
using the lock tab on the driver’s door, both doors lock at the
same time. When you lock the door using the lock tab on the
passenger’s door, only that door locks.
To Unlock
Lock Tab
To Lock
n Using the Master Door Lock Switch
To unlock: Press the unlock side of the switch to unlock both
doors.
To lock: Press the lock side of the switch to lock both doors.
Inner Handle

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VEHICLE CONTROLSVEHICLE CONTROLS
n Using the Front Door Inner Handle
To unlock: Pull
the inner handle. The door unlocks and opens
in one motion.
To lock: Press the lock side of the switch to lock both doors.
Inner Handle
Both doors unlock when opening the driver’s door from the inside.
Do not pull an inner handle while the vehicle is moving.
n
Opening the Hatch
To unlock:

Press the hatch release button on the driver’s door.
Hatch Release Button
n Hatch Main Switch
To disable all hatch r elease methods: Use the hatch main
switch in the glove compartment.
Main Switch
ON
OFF
Power Window Operation
The power windows can be opened and closed when the vehicle is on by using the switches on
the doors. The switches on the driver’s side can be used to open and close boith windows.
n
Automatic Operation
To open: Push the

switch down firmly.
To close: Pull the switch up firmly.
The window opens or closes completely. To stop the window
at any time, push or pull the switch again briefly.
ON
OF F
Lock ButtonPower Window
Indicator
Driver’s
Window
Switch Passenger’s
Window Switch
n Manual Operation
To open: Push the switch
down lightly.
To close: Pull the switch up lightly.
Release the switch when the windows reach the desired position.
n
Power Window Lock
Push in the power

window lock button so only the driver’s window can be operated.
Closing a power window on someone’s hands or fingers can cause serious injury.
Make sure your passengers are away from the windows before closing them.
WARNING