immobilizer Acura NSX 2017 Owner's Manual

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Quick Reference Guide
Instrument Panel (P 69)
System Indicators
Malfunction Indicator
Lamp
Low Oil Pressure
Indicator
12-Volt Battery Charging
System Indicator
Anti-lock Brake System
(ABS ) Indicator
Vehicle Stability Assist
(VSA® ) System
Indicator
VSA ® OFF Indicator
Electric Power Steering
(EPS) System Indicator
Lights Indicators
Lights On Indicator
High Beam Indicator
Immobilizer System
Indicator
Seat Belt Reminder
Indicator
System Indicators
System Message
IndicatorBrake System
Indicator (Red) Supplemental
Restraint System
Indicator
Low Fuel Indicator
Gauges (P 95)/Driver Information Interface (P 98)/System Indicators (P 70)
Low Tire Pressure/
TPMS Indicator Turn Signal and
Hazard Warning
Indicators
Keyless Access System
Indicator
High Voltage Battery
Charge Level Gauge
Security System
Alarm Indicator
Fuel Gauge
Tachometer
Driver Information Interface Speedometer
Gear Position Indicator Gear Selection Indicator
Electric Parking Brake
System Indicator
Electric Parking Brake
Indicator Automatic Brake Hold
System Indicator
Brake System
Indicator (Amber)
System Indicators
Automatic Brake Hold
IndicatorU.S.
Canada
U.S.
Canada
U.S.
Canada
U.S.
Canada
READY Indicator
POWER SYSTEM
Indicator
Temperature Gauge ASSIST
/CHARGE Gauge
U.S.
Canada Active Damper System
Indicator
Brake Wear Indicator
CRUISE MAIN

Indicator
CRUISE CONTROL
Indicator
Engine Oil Temperature
Gauge
IDS Mode
SH-AWD ® Temperature Gauge
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uuIndicators u
Continued
Instrument Panel
IndicatorNameOn/BlinkingExplanationMessage
Turn Signal and
Hazard Warning
Indicators●Blinks when you operate the turn
signal lever.
●Blink if you press the hazard
warning button.
●Does not blink or blinks rapidly - Have
your vehicle checked by an authorized
Acura NSX dealer.
2 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 387, 388
—
High Beam
Indicator●Comes on when the high beam
headlights are on.——
Lights On Indicator
●Comes on whenever the light
switch is on, or in AUTO when the
exterior lights are on.●If you set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF
(LOCK) while the exterior lights are on, a
chime sounds when the driver’s door is
opened.
—
Immobilizer
System Indicator
●Comes on briefly when you set
the power mode to ON, then goes
off.
●Comes on if the immobilizer
system cannot recognize the key
information.
●Blinks - You cannot start the power system.
Set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF
(LOCK), then select the ON mode again.
●Repeatedly blinks - The system may be
malfunctioning. Have your vehicle checked
by an authorized Acura NSX dealer.
●Do not attempt to alter this system or add
other devices to it. Electrical problems can
occur.
—
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Controls
This chapter explains how to operate the various controls necessary for driving.
Clock.................................................. 104
Locking and Unlocking the Doors Key Types and Functions .................. 105
Low Keyless Access Remote Signal Strength ......................................... 106
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Outside .......................................... 107
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ............................................. 115
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .......... 118
Opening and Closing the Hatch....... 119
Security System ................................ 122
Immobilizer System .......................... 122 Security System Alarm...................... 122Opening and Closing the Windows.... 125Operating the Switches Around the
Steering Wheel ENGINE START/STOP Button............. 127
Turn Signals ..................................... 130
Light Switches.................................. 131
Daytime Running Lights ................... 134
Wipers and Washers ........................ 135
Brightness Control ........................... 136
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button.....137Driving Position Memory System*.... 138
Adjusting the Steering Wheel........... 140 Adjusting the Mirrors
....................... 141
Interior Rearview Mirror ................... 141
Power Door Mirrors ......................... 142
Adjusting the Seats .......................... 144
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items ................................................ 149
Interior Lights .................................. 149
Interior Convenience Items .............. 151
Climate Control System ................... 156
Using Automatic Climate Control .... 156Automatic Climate Control Sensors......160
* Not available on all models
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Controls
Locking and Unlocking the Doors
Key Types and Functions
This vehicle comes with the following keys:
Use the keyless access remote to turn on and
off the power system, to lock and unlock the
doors and to open the hatch. You can also use
the keyless access system to lock and unlock
the doors and hatch.
The built-in key can be used to lock or unlock
the doors when the keyless access remote
battery becomes weak and the power door
lock/unlock operation is disabled.
To remove the built-in key, slide the release
knob and then pull out the key. To reinstall
the built-in key, push the built-in key into the
keyless access remote until it clicks.1 Key Types and Functions
All the keys have an immobilizer system. The
immobilizer system helps to protect against vehicle
theft. 2 Immobilizer System P. 122
The keys contain precision electronics.
Adhere to the following advi ce to prevent damage to
the electronics:
•Do not leave the keys in direct sunlight, or in
locations with high temperature or high humidity.
•Do not drop the keys or set heavy objects on them.
•Keep the keys away from liquids.
•Do not take the keys apart except for replacing the
battery.
If the circuits in the keys are damaged, the power
system may not activate, and the keyless access
system may not work.
If the keys do not work properly, have them
inspected by an authorized Acura NSX dealer.■Keyless Access Remote
Built-in Key Release Knob
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Controls
Security System
Immobilizer System
The immobilizer system prevents a key that has not been pre-registered from
starting the power system. Each key cont ains electronic transmitters that use
electronic signals to verify the key.
Pay attention to the follo wing when pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button:
• Do not allow objects that emit strong radio waves near the ENGINE START/
STOP button.
• Make sure the key is not covered by or touching a metal object.
• Do not bring a key from another vehi cle’s immobilizer system near the ENGINE
START/STOP button.
• Do not put the key near magnetic items. Electronic devices, such as a televisions
and audio systems emit strong magnetic fields. Note that even a key chain can
become magnetic.
Security System Alarm
The security system alarm activates when the hood, hatch or doors are forcibly
opened. The alarm does not go off if the hatch or doors are opened with the key,
remote transmitter or keyless access system.
However, the alarm goes off when a door is opened with the key, then select other
than
(P or the hood is opened before the power mode is set to ON.
■When the security sy stem alarm activates
The horn sounds intermittently, and some exterior lights flash.
■To deactivate the security system alarm
Unlock the vehicle using the remote transm itter or keyless access system, or the
power mode is set to ON. The system, along with the horn and flashing lights, is
deactivated.
1 Immobilizer System
NOTICE
Leaving the keyless access remote in the vehicle can
result in theft or accident al movement of the vehicle.
Always take the remote with you whenever you leave
the vehicle unattended.
Do not alter the system or add other devices to it.
Doing so may damage the system and make your
vehicle inoperable.
1 Security System Alarm
The security alarm continues for a maximum of two
minutes until the security system deactivates.
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uuWhen Driving uTurning on the Power
310
Driving
3. Press the ENGINE START/STOP button
without depressing the accelerator pedal.
u The Ready To Drive message appears
on the driver information interface.
u When the ambient temperature is
extremely low, the vehicle does not move
until certain conditions are met.
A warning message appears instead of
Ready To Drive .
2Driver Information Interface
Warning and Information Messages
P. 90
u If the High Voltage battery is fully ch arged, the gasoline engine may not start.
u The gasoline engine starts either accord ing to the temperature of the engine or
when the High Voltage batte ry charge level is low.
u Regardless of the High Voltage battery charge level, the gasoline engine always
starts.
u Gasoline engine starts with a louder sound than QUIET mode.
When engine temperature or High Volt age battery temperature are low, or
when High Voltage battery charge level is low, gasoline engine starts at the
same sound level as QUIET mode.
You can turn the power system off when the vehicle is completely stopped.
1. Select
(P.
2. Press the ENGINE START/STOP button.
1Turning on the Power
The immobilizer system pr otects your vehicle from
theft.
If an improperly coded de vice is used, the power
system does not activate. 2 Immobilizer System P. 122
Bring the keyless access remote close to the ENGINE
START/STOP button if the battery in the keyless
access remote is weak.
2 If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is
Weak P. 432
The power system may not activate if the keyless
access remote is subjected to strong radio waves.
Do not hold the ENGINE START/STOP button to
start the power system.
If the power system does not start, wait at least 30
seconds before trying again.
You can set the IDS mode to be selected when you
set the power mode to ON.
2 Customized Features P. 232
■Stopping the Power System
When the IDS is in QUIET mode
When the IDS is in SPORT mode
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Handling the Unexpected
Power System Won’t Start
Checking the Procedure
When the READY indicator does not come on and the Ready To Drive message
does not appear on the driver information interface, check the following items and
take appropriate action.
ChecklistConditionWhat to Do
Check if the related
indicator or driver
information interface
messages come on.The Temperature Is Too Cold For Vehicle To Operate
message appears.2 Driver Information Interface Warning and
Information Messages P. 83
The To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message
appears.
u Make sure the keyless access remote is in its operating range.
2ENGINE START/STOP Button Operating Range P. 127
2If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is
Weak P. 432
The POWER SYSTEM indicator comes on.Have your vehicle checked by an authorized
Acura NSX dealer.
The transmission system indicator blinks and Transmission
Problem Apply Parking Brake When Parked message
appears.The power system can be activated as a
temporary measure.
2 If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks
along with the Warning Message P. 442
Check the brightness
of the interior lights. The interior lights are dim or do not come on at
all. Have the 12-volt battery checked by an
authorized Acura NSX dealer.
The interior lights come on normally. Check all fuses, or have your vehicle checked by
an authorized Acura NSX dealer.
2 Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 447
Check the gear
position.The transmission is not in (P.Change the gear position to (P.
Check the
immobilizer system
indicator. When the immobilizer system in
dicator is blinking, the power
system cannot be turned on.
2 Immobilizer System Indicator P. 81
1Checking the Procedure
If you must start the vehi cle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle to jump start it.
2 Jump Starting P. 434
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Information
Devices that Emit Radio Waves
The following products and systems on your vehicle emit radio waves when in
operation.
Each of the above complies with the appropriate requirements or the required
standards of FCC (Federal Communications Commission) and Industry Canada
Standard, described below:
As required by the FCC:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is
subject to the following two cond itions: (1) This device may not
cause harmful interferenc e, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
Changes or modifications not ex pressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
This device complies with industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference
that may cause undesired operation of the device.
AcuraLink*
Audio System
Bluetooth ® Audio
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ®
HomeLink® Universal Transceiver
Immobilizer System
Keyless Access System
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
* Not available on all models
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Index
Refueling ................................................. 357
Requirement .................................... 357, 454
Fuel Economy ............................................ 359
Fuel Fill Door ....................................... 25, 358
Fuses .......................................................... 443
Inspecting and Changing ......................... 447
Locations ................................. 443, 445, 446
G
Gasoline (Fuel) Economy ................................................. 359
Gauge ....................................................... 95
Information ............................................. 357
Instant Fuel Economy ............................... 101
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 77
Refueling ................................................. 357
Gauges ......................................................... 95
Gear Position Indicator ....................... 76, 316
Gear Shift Positions Dual Clutch Transmission ......................... 314
Glass (care) ........................................ 406, 409
Glove Box .................................................. 151
H
Handling the Unexpected ........................ 417
HandsFreeLink® (HFL)............................... 258
Automatic Import of Ce llular Phonebook and
Call History ............................................ 271
Displaying Messages ................................ 287 HFL Buttons............................................. 258
HFL Menus .............................................. 261
HFL Status Display ................................... 260
Limitations for Manual Operation ............ 260
Making a Call .......................................... 280
Options During a Call .............................. 284
Phone Setup............................................ 266
Phonebook Phonetic
Modification ........... 275
Receiving a Call ....................................... 284
Receiving a Text/E-mail Message.............. 285
Ring Tone................................................ 270
Roadside Assistance ................................ 291
Selecting a Mail Account ......................... 286
Speed Dial ............................................... 272
To Set Up Text/E-mail Message Options ... 269
Hatch ......................................................... 119
Unable to Open....................................... 450
Hazard Warning Button .............................. 4
Headlights ................................................. 131
Aiming .................................................... 387
Automatic Operation (automatic lighting control) ................................................. 132
Dimming ......................................... 131, 134
Operating................................................ 131
Heaters (Seat) ........................................... 155
HFL (HandsFreeLink® )............................... 258
High Beam Indicator .................................. 81
High Voltage Battery ............................... 343
High-Performance Driving ....................... 303
Hill Start Assist System ............................. 311
HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver ............ 255Hybrid Vehicle
SPORT HYBRID Super Handling-All Wheel
Drive
TM (SPORT HYBRID SH-AWD ®)............ 9
I
Identification Numbers
Engine, Motor, and Transmission ............ 456
Vehicle Identification............................... 456
Immobilizer System .................................. 122
Indicator ................................................... 81
Indicators .................................................... 70
12-Volt Battery Charging System ...... 75, 438
Active Damper System .............................. 74
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................... 78
Automatic Brake Hold ....................... 72, 347
Automatic Brake Hold System ........... 72, 347
Brake System (Amber) ............................... 73
Brake System (Red) ........................... 70, 439
Brake Wear ............................................... 74
CRUISE CONTROL ............................. 82, 331
CRUISE MAIN.................................... 82, 330
Door and Trunk (Hatch) Open ................... 35
Electric Parking Brake ................................ 71
Electric Parking Brake System ............ 71, 440
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System ............................................ 78, 439
Gear Position ............................................ 76
High Beam ................................................ 81
Immobilizer System ................................... 81
Keyless Access System............................... 82
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Index
S
Safe Driving................................................ 31
Safety Check ............................................... 35
Safety Labels .............................................. 68
Safety Message ............................................ 1
Seat Belts .................................................... 36
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners ................. 38
Checking .................................................. 42
Fastening .................................................. 39
Installing a Child Seat................................ 63
Pregnant Women...................................... 41
Reminder ............................................ 37, 77
Warning Indicator ............................... 37, 77
Seat Heaters ............................................. 155
Seats .......................................................... 144
Adjusting ................................................ 144
Seat Heaters ........................................... 155
Security System ........................................ 122
Immobilizer System Indicator..................... 81
Security System Alarm Indicator ................ 82
Selecting a Forward-facing Child Seat ...... 62
Sequential Mode ...................................... 319
Sequential Mode Operation ................... 322
Setting the Clock ...................................... 104
Shift Button ........................................ 23, 314
Operation ............................................... 316
Shifting (Transmission) ...................... 23, 314
Side Airbags ............................................... 52
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 54
Siri Eyes Free ............................................. 215
SiriusXM ® Radio ....................................... 192 Snow Tires
................................................. 401
Sounds Unique to the SPORT HYBRID SH-
AWD® System ............................................ 13
Spark Plugs ................................................ 454
Specifications ............................................ 454
Specified Fuel .................................... 357, 454
SPORT HYBRID Super Handling-All Wheel Drive
TM (SPORT HYBRID SH-AWD ®)........ 338
SRS Airbags (Airbags) ................................. 46
Steering Wheel Adjusting ................................................. 140
Stopping .................................................... 351
Storage ...................................................... 414
Summer Tires ............................................ 401
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ........ 46
Switches (Around the Steering Wheel) ............................................. 4, 5, 127
System Message Indicator .......................... 80
T
Temperature
Gauge ....................................................... 96
Temperature Sensor ................................. 160
Temporary Tire Repair Kit ........................ 419
Time (Setting) ........................................... 104
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) ..................................................... 339
Indicator ............................................ 80, 441
Tires ........................................................... 393
Air Pressure ..................................... 394, 455 Chains..................................................... 401
Checking and Maintaining ...................... 393
Flat Tire (Puncture) .................................. 419
Inspection ............................................... 393
Labeling .................................................. 394
Regulations ............................................. 396
Rotation .................................................. 400
Summer .................................................. 401
Temporary Tire Repair Kit ........................ 419
Wear Indicators ....................................... 398
Winter..................................................... 401
Tools .......................................................... 418
Towing a Trailer ....................................... 308
Towing Your Vehicle ................................ 308
Emergency .............................................. 448
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) .................................................... 339
Transmission ....................................... 23, 314
Dual Clutch ............................... 23, 313, 314
Fluids .............................................. 385, 455
Gear Position Indicator ...................... 76, 316
Number................................................... 456
Sequential Mode ..................................... 319
TRIP Button ................................................. 99
Trip Meter ................................................. 100
Troubleshooting ....................................... 417
Blown Fuse.............................. 443, 445, 446
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door.......... 29
Emergency Towing .................................. 448
Flat Tire/Puncture .................................... 419
Noise When Braking .................................. 29
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