park assist Acura NSX 2017 Owner's Manual

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Quick Reference Guide
Quick Reference Guide
Visual Index
❙Steering Wheel Adjustments (P 140)
❙ENGINE START/STOP Button (P 127)
❙ (Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®)
System OFF) Button
(P 334)
❙System Indicators (P 70)
❙Gauges (P 95)
❙Driver Information Interface (P 98)
❙Rear Window Defogger/
Heated Mirror Button
(P 137)
❙Parking Sensor System Button*
(P 353)
❙Hazard Warning Button
❙Seat Heater Buttons* (P 155)
❙Audio System (P 162)
❙Climate Control System (P 156)
❙MID Vents (P 20, 156)
❙Navigation System*
() See the Navigation System Manual
❙IDS Mode Switch (P 323)
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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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uuAcuraLink ®*u
Features
■Manual operator connection
If you need to talk to the AcuraLink operator
in a situation where no airbag has deployed,
you can manually connect to them by pressing
the ASSIST button with the power mode in
ACCESSORY or ON.
1. Open the cover attached to the ceiling
console.
2. Press the ASSIST button.
u You are connected to the AcuraLink
operator.1Manual operator connection
Do not press the button while driving. When you
need to contact the operato r, park the vehicle in a
safe place.
If the unit fails to connect to the operator, it
automatically cancels the action after three minutes.
If necessary, the cover can be broken to access the
ASSIST button.
ASSIST
Button
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Driving
This chapter discusses driving, refueling, and information on items such as accessories.
Before Driving
Driving Preparation .......................... 298
Maximum Load Limit........................ 301
High-Performance Driving ................ 303
Towing a Trailer Towing Your Vehicle ........................ 308
When Driving Turning on the Power ...................... 309
Precautions While Driving................. 312
Dual Clutch Transmission ................. 313
Shifting ............................................ 314
Integrated Dynamics System (IDS)..... 323
Launch Control ................................ 328 Cruise Control ................................. 330
Vehicle Stabilit
y Assist (VSA®), aka Electronic
Stability Control (ESC), System........... 333
Agile Handling Assist System............ 337
SPORT HYBRID Super Handling-All Wheel DriveTM (SPORT HYBRID SH-AWD®) .... 338
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ...... 339
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) - Required Federal Explanation ......... 341
High Voltage Battery ........................ 343
Braking Brake System ................................... 344 Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ........... 349
Brake Assist System ......................... 350
Parking Your Vehicle When Stopped ................................ 351
Parking Sensor System
*................... 352
Multi-View Rear Camera .................. 356
Refueling Fuel Information .............................. 357
How to Refuel ................................. 358
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions .... 359
Turbo Engine Vehicle ....................... 360
* Not available on all models
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uuWhen Driving uTurning on the Power
Driving
1. Change the gear position to . Select (R when reversing.
2. With the parking brake applied, release the brake pedal and gently depress the
accelerator pedal.
u Make sure the electric parki ng brake indicator goes off.
3. Gradually release the brake pedal and gently depress the accelerator pedal to pull
away.
■Hill Start Assist System
Hill start assist keeps the brake engaged br iefly to help prevent the vehicle from
rolling on inclines as you move your foot from the brake pedal to the accelerator.
Change to when facing uphill, or
(R when facing downhill, then release the
brake pedal.
■Starting to Drive1 Starting to Drive
You can also release the parking brake by pressing
the electric parking brake sw itch while depressing the
brake pedal.
When facing downhill, y ou can start your vehicle
more smoothly by manually releasing it with the
electric parking brake switch than by releasing it with
the accelerator pedal.
D/M
1 Hill Start Assist System
Hill start assist may not prevent the vehicle from
rolling downhill on a very st eep or slippery slope, and
does not operate on small inclines.
Hill start assist is not a replacement for the parking
brake.
D/M
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood and Hatch uOil Check
Continued
Maintenance
Oil Check
We recommend that you check the engine oil level every time you refuel.
1. Bring up the Oil Level Check Assist
display on the driver information interface.
2 Driver Information Interface P. 98
2.Warm up the engine until all the bars in
the Warm Up gauge light up.
3. When the bars turn green, park the
vehicle on level ground and select
(P.
4. Allow the engine to continue idling until
all the bars in the Idle Time gauge in the
engine Oil Level Check Assist display
light up.
u Do not depress the accelerator pedal
while the engine is idling, as this will
reset the Idle Time .
1Oil Check
NOTICE
Do not open a door or the hatch before the Ready
To Check Oil Level message appears.
If a door or the hatch is open, the corresponding
warning message will be given priority, and the Oil
Level Check Assist will not be displayed.
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Handling the Unexpected
If a Tire Goes Flat
Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
If the tire has a large cut or is otherwise severely damaged, you will need to have the
vehicle towed. If the tire only has a sma ll puncture, from a small nail for instance,
you can use the temporary tire repair kit so that you can drive to the nearest service
station for a more permanent repair.
If a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly, and brake gradually
to reduce speed. Then stop in a safe place.
1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level, and non-slippery surface. Apply the parking
brake.
2. Change the gear position to
(P.
3. Turn on the hazard warning lights an d set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF
(LOCK).
1 Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
The kit should not be used in the following situations.
Instead, contact an authorized Acura NSX dealer or a
roadside assistant to have the vehicle towed.
•The tire sealant has expired.•More than one tire is punctured.•The puncture or cut is larger than 3/16 inch (4 mm).•The tire side wall is da maged or the puncture is
outside the contact area.
•Damage has been caused by driving with the tire
extremely under inflated.
•The tire bead is no longer seated.•The rim is damaged.
Do not remove a nail or screw that punctured the
tire. If you remove it from the tire, you may not be
able to repair the puncture using the kit.
NOTICE
Do not use a puncture-repairing agent other than the
one provided in the kit that came with your vehicle. If
a different agent is used, you may permanently
damage the tire pressure sensor.
When the puncture is:Kit Use
Smaller than 3/16 inch
(4 mm)Yes
Larger than 3/16 inch (4 mm)No
Contact
Area
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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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Index
Jump Starting .......................................... 434
Maintenance (Checking the 12-Volt Battery) .................................................. 403
Maintenance (Replacing).......................... 404
Battery Types .............................................. 12
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 36
Beverage Holders ...................................... 153
Bluetooth ® Audio ..................................... 211
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®..................... 258
Booster Seats (For Children) ....................... 66
Brake System ............................................. 344
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 349
Automatic Brake Hold.............................. 347
Brake Assist System ................................. 350
Fluid ........................................................ 386
Foot Brake ............................................... 346
Parking Brake .......................................... 344
Brake System (Amber) Indicator .................................................... 73
Brake System (Red) Indicator ............................................ 70, 439
Brake Wear
Indicator .................................................... 74
Bulb Replacement ..................................... 387
Back-Up Lights......................................... 388
Daytime Running Lights ........................... 387
Front Side Marker Lights .......................... 387
Front Turn Signal/Parking Lights ............... 387
Headlights ............................................... 387
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 389
Rear License Plate Lights .......................... 389 Rear Side Marker Lights ........................... 388
Rear Turn Signal Lights ............................ 388
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator
Lights .................................................... 387
Taillights.................................................. 388
Bulb Specifications ................................... 454
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ............................... 67
Carrying Cargo ................................. 299, 301
Certification Label .................................... 456
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 387
Charging System Indicator ................. 75, 438
Child Safety ................................................. 58
Emergency Hatch Opener ........................ 121
Child Seat .................................................... 58
Booster Seats ............................................ 66
Child Seat for Infants................................. 60
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 61
Installing a Child Seat ................................ 63
Larger Children ......................................... 65
Selecting a Forward-facing Child Seat........ 62
Using a Tether ........................................... 64
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 408
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 406
Client Service Information ....................... 464
Climate Control System ............................ 156
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 158
Dust and Pollen Filters ............................. 405 Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode................... 157
Sensors ................................................... 160
Synchronized Mode ................................ 159
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 156
Clock ......................................................... 104
Cold Weather ........................................... 402
Console Compartment ............................. 152
Controls .................................................... 103
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 382
Adding the Coolant ................................ 383
Checking the Coolant ............................. 382
Overheating ............................................ 436
Coolant (Inverter) .................................... 384
Creeping (Dual Clutch Transmission) ...... 313
Cruise Control .......................................... 330
CRUISE CONTROL Indicator ....................... 82
CRUISE MAIN Indicator .............................. 82
Cup Holders .............................................. 153
Customized Features ............................... 232
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 134
Dead Battery (12-Volt) ............................. 434
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ................................................. 158
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 457
Dimming Headlights .............................................. 131
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 141
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ........................ 372, 379
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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
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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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