winter tires Acura NSX 2017 Owner's Manual

26
Quick Reference Guide
Maintenance (P 361)
Press the hatch release button on the
driver’s door.
Lights (P387)
● Inspect all lights regularly.
Under the Hatch (P372)
● Check engine oil and engine coolant.
Add when necessary.
Tires (P393)
● Inspect tires and wheels regularly.
● Check tire pressures regularly.
● Install winter tires for winter driving.
Handling Summer Only tires and Ultra High Performance
(UHP) tires in low ambient temperatures.
2 Cold Weather Driving (P402)
17 NSX-31T6N6000.book 26 ページ ２０１６年４月２２日　金曜日　午後３時４４分

312
uuWhen Driving uPrecautions While Driving
Driving
Precautions While Driving
Avoid driving in deep water and on flooded roads. This can damage the power
system or driveline, or cause electrical component failure.
The vehicle is equipped with ultra high performance summer tires that, due to their
decreased tread depth, are at greater risk of hydroplaning on wet roads compared
to regular tires. Exercise caution when driving on wet surfaces.
The vehicle is equipped with ultra high performance summer tires. These tires are
designed for optimum performance and handling in warm climates, and are not
suitable for below freezing, snowy or ic y weather conditions. If you drive under
these circumstances, use of winter tires is recommended and may be mandatory,
depending on your region, province or territory.
2 Winter Tires P. 401
2 Cold Weather Driving P. 402
Due to limitations of the Lithium-ion Hi gh Voltage battery, the minimum starting
temperature for the vehicle is -4°F (-20°C).
Inability to start the vehicle and/or decrea sed performance is expected if the vehicle
is operated at temperatures below -4°F (-20°C).
■In Rain
■In Snow and Ice
1 Precautions While Driving
NOTICE
Do not select a shift button while pressing the
accelerator pedal.
NOTICE
The following can damage the under spoiler, under
covers, front bumper, rear diffuser, brake cooling
components, and side sill:
•Parking the vehicle by a parking block•Parallel pa rking along the road shoulder•Driving toward the bottom of a hill•Driving up or down to a different surface level
(such as a road shoulder)
•Driving on a rutted or bumpy road•Driving on a road with potholes•Driving over speed bump
NOTICE
If you repeatedly turn the steering wheel at an
extremely low speed, or hold the steering wheel on
the full left or right position for a while, the electric
power steering (EPS) system heats up. The system
goes into a protective mode, and limits its
performance. The steering wheel becomes harder
and harder to operate. Once the system cools down,
the EPS system is restored.
Repeated operation under these conditions can
eventually damage the system.
If the power mode is set to ACCESSORY while
driving, the power system will shut down and all
steering and brake power a ssist functions will stop,
making it difficult to control the vehicle.
Driving in snow or icy c onditions may accumulate ice
on the brake disk surface, reducing braking power.
17 NSX-31T6N6000.book 312 ページ ２０１６年４月２２日　金曜日　午後３時４４分

361
Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 362
Safety When Performing Maintenance .... 363Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 364
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 365
Maintenance Under the Hood and Hatch Maintenance Items Under the Hood and Hatch ............................................. 371
Opening the Hatch .......................... 373
Opening the Hood ........................... 374
Engine Compartment Cover ............. 375
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 376
Oil Check ......................................... 377
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 380 Cooling System ................................ 382
Inverter Coolant ............................... 384
Transmission Fluids .......................... 385
Brake Fluid ....................................... 386
Refilling Window Wa
sher Fluid......... 386
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 387Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades.... 390Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 393
Tire and Loading Information Label ..... 394Tire Labeling .................................... 394DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) ...... 396Wear Indicators................................ 398
Tire Service Life ................................ 398
Tire and Wheel Replacement............ 399 Tire Rotation .................................... 400
Winter Tires ..................................... 401
Cold Weather Driving ...................... 402
12-Volt Battery ................................. 403
Remote Transmitter Care Replacing the Button Battery ........... 404
Climate Control System Maintenance.... 405CleaningInterior Care .................................... 406
Exterior Care.................................... 408
Accessories and Modifications Accessories ...................................... 412
Modifications................................... 413
Storage .............................................. 414
17 NSX-31T6N6000.book 361 ページ ２０１６年４月２２日　金曜日　午後３時４４分

401
uuChecking and Maintaining Tires uWinter Tires
Maintenance
Winter Tires
If driving on snowy or frozen roads, mount all-season marked M+S tires, snow tires,
or tire chains; reduce speed; and maintain sufficient distance between vehicles when
driving.
Be particularly careful when operating the steering wheel or brakes to prevent skidding.
Use tire chains, snow tires, or all-season tires when necessary or according to the law.
When mounting, refer to the following points.
For winter tires:
• Mount the tires to all four wheels.
For tire chains:
• Install them on the rear tires only.
• Because your vehicle has limited tire clea rance, we strongly recommend using the
chains listed below:
*1:Tire chains to be used only on optional 295/30R20 (97V) winter tires.
*2:Tire chains to be used only on optional 305/30R20 (103W) XL winter tires.
• Follow the chain manufactur er’s instruction when installing. Mount them as
tightly as you can.
• Check that the chains do not touc h the brake lines or suspension.
• Drive slowly.
Recommended Winter Tires:
●Michelin Alpin PA4
Front: 245/35R19 (93W) XL
Rear: 295/30R20 (97V)
●Pirelli SottoZero 3
Front: 245/35R19 (93W) XL
Rear: 305/30R20 (103W) XL
●Auto-trac 232405*1
●K-Summit K-44*2
1 Winter Tires
NOTICE
Traction devices that are th e wrong size or improperly
installed can damage your vehicle’s brake lines,
suspension, body, and wheels. Stop driving if they are
hitting any part of the vehicle.
When tire chains are mounted, follow the chain
manufacturer’s instructi ons regarding vehicle
operational limits.
If your vehicle is equipped with summer tires, be
aware that these tires are not designed for winter
driving conditions. For more information, contact an
authorized Acura NSX dealer.
3WARNING
Using the wrong chains, or not properly
installing chains, can damage the brake
lines and cause a crash in which you can be
seriously injured or killed.
Follow all instruction s in this owner’s
manual regarding the selection and use of
tire chains.
17 NSX-31T6N6000.book 401 ページ ２０１６年４月２２日　金曜日　午後３時４４分

402
uuChecking and Maintaining Tires uCold Weather Driving
Maintenance
Cold Weather Driving
Summer Only tires and Ultra High Performan ce (UHP) tires are very sensitive to
ambient temperatures and are designed to be used at temperatures above 45°F
(7°C). If the vehicle is operated with Summer Only tires or UHP tires at temperatures
below 45°F (7°C), the tires will provide decreasing amounts of grip and other
performance attributes. If the vehicle is operated with Summer Only tires or UHP
tires at temperatures below -4°F (-20°C), th e tire tread may lose their elasticity and
become brittle, resulting in permanent damage to the tread. A damaged tire may
fail during use. Therefore, if you operate the vehicle when ambient temperatures are
below 45°F (7°C), we recommend that you install other tires (e.g., mud+snow,
winter) that are designed to provide appropriate performance attributes under the
anticipated conditions.1 Cold Weather Driving
3WARNING
Use of Summer Only tires or Ultra High
Performance tires at temperatures below
45°F (7°C) may lead to a loss of
performance and control, which could
result in a crash, se rious injury or death.
17 NSX-31T6N6000.book 402 ページ ２０１６年４月２２日　金曜日　午後３時４４分

471
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
17 NSX-31T6N6000.book 471 ページ ２０１６年４月２２日　金曜日　午後３時４４分

472
Index
Overheating............................................. 436
Power System Won’t Start ....................... 431
Premium Gasoline............................ 357, 454
Warning Indicators .................................... 70
Trunk
Light Bulb ................................................ 454
Turn Signals ............................................... 130
Indicators (Instrum ent Panel) ...................... 81
Turn-by-Turn Directions ........................... 102
Turning on the Power .............................. 309
Does Not Activate .................................... 431
Jump Starting .......................................... 434
Twin Motor Unit Fluid ................................................ 385, 455
U
Unlocking the Doors ................................. 107
Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ........................................... 18, 115
USB Flash Drives ........................................ 227
USB Ports ................................................... 163
Using the Keyless Access System .............. 107
V
Vehicle Identification Number................. 456
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®).................. 333
Off Button ............................................... 334
Off Indicator ...................................... 79, 334
System Indicator ................................ 79, 333 Vehicle Storage
........................................ 414
Viscosity (Oil) .................................... 376, 455
Voice Control Operation Audio Commands ................................... 186
Climate Control Commands .................... 187
General Commands ................................ 187
Music Search Commands ........................ 187
On Screen Commands............................. 187
Phone Commands ................................... 186
Useful Commands ................................... 186
Voice Portal Screen.................................. 185
Voice Recognition ................................... 184
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist) .................. 333
W
Wallpaper................................................. 171
Warning and Information Messages ......... 83
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ............... 438
Warning Labels ........................................... 68
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided
separately) .............................................. 461
Watts ......................................................... 454
Wear Indicators (Tire) .............................. 398
Wi-Fi Connection ...................................... 213
Window Washers ..................................... 135
Adding/Refilling Fluid .............................. 386
Switch ..................................................... 135
Windows (Opening and Closing) ............ 125
Windshield
Cleaning ......................................... 406, 409 Defrosting/Defogging ............................. 158
Washer Fluid ................................... 386, 454
Wiper Blades........................................... 390
Wipers and Washers ............................... 135
Winter Tires
Snow Tires .............................................. 401
Tire Chains.............................................. 401
Wipers and Washers ................................ 135
Checking and Replacing Wiper Blades..... 390
WMA ......................................................... 208
Worn Tires ................................................ 393
17 NSX-31T6N6000.book 472 ページ ２０１６年４月２２日　金曜日　午後３時４４分