wiper blades Acura NSX 2017 Owner's Manual

Contents
This owner’s manual should be considered a permanent part of the
vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold.
This owner’s manual covers all models of your vehicle. You may find
descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your
particular model.
Images throughout this owner’s manual (including the front cover)
represent features and equipment that are available on some, but
not all, models. Your particular mo del may not have some of these
features.
This owner’s manual is for vehicles sold in the United States and
Canada.
The information and specifications in cluded in this publication were
in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications
or design at any time without notice and without incurring any
obligation.2 Safe Driving P. 31
For Safe Driving P. 32 Seat Belts P. 36 Airbags P. 43
2Instrument Panel P. 69
Indicators P. 70 Gauges and Displays P. 95
2Controls P. 103
Clock P. 104 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 105
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 127
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items P. 149
2 Features P. 161
Audio System P. 162 Audio System Basic Operation P. 166
Customized Features P. 232 HomeLink® Universal Transceiver P. 255
2 Driving P. 297
Before Driving P. 298 Towing a Trailer P. 308
Multi-View Rear Camera P. 356
2Maintenance P. 361
Before Performing Maintenance P. 362 Maintenance MinderTM P. 365
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 390
Climate Control System Maintenance P. 405
2Handling the Unexpected P. 417
Tools P. 418 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 419
Overheating P. 436 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 438
When You Cannot Open the Hatch P. 450
2 Information P. 453
Specifications P. 454 Identification Numbers P. 456
Emissions Testing P. 459 Warranty Coverages P. 461
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Quick Reference Guide
Under the Hood (P371)
● Check inverter coolant.
● Check brake fluid.
● Check the 12-volt battery condition monthly.
Lights (P387)
● Inspect all lights regularly.
Wiper Blades (P390)
● Replace blades if they leave
streaks across the windshield.
aPull the hood release handle under the corner of the
dashboard.
bLocate the hood latch lever, push the lever and lift
the hood.
cWhen finished, close the hood and make sure both
right and left latches are firmly locked in place.
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uWipers and Washers
Controls
Wipers and Washers
The windshield wipers and washers can be
used when the power mode is in ON.
■MIST
The wipers run at high speed until you release
the lever.
■Wiper switch (OFF, INT, LO, HI)
Change the wiper switch setting according to
the amount of rain.
■Adjusting wiper operation
Turn the adjustment ring to adjust wiper
operation.
■Washer
Sprays while you pull the lever toward you.
When you release the le ver for more than one
second, the spray stops, the wipers sweep two
or three more times to clear the windshield,
then stop.
■Windshield Wiper/Washer1 Wipers and Washers
NOTICE
Do not use the wipers when the windshield is dry.
The windshield will get sc ratched, or the rubber
blades will get damaged.
NOTICE
In cold weather, the blades may freeze to the
windshield.
Operating the wipers in this condition may damage
wipers. Use the de froster to warm the windshield,
then turn the wipers on.
If the vehicle speeds up while the wipers are
operating intermittently, the length of the wipe
interval shortens.
When the vehicle speeds up, the wiper operation’s
shortest delay setting ( ) and the LO setting become
the same.
Turn the washers off if no washer fluid comes out.
The pump may get damaged.
The wiper motor may stop motor operation
temporarily to prevent an overload. Wiper operation
will return to normal within a few minutes, once the
circuit has returned to normal.
If the wipers stop operating due to any obstacle such
as the build-up of snow, park the vehicle in a safe
place.
Rotate the wiper switch to OFF, and set the power
mode to ACCESSORY or VEHICLE OFF (LOCK), then
remove the obstacle.
MIST
OFF
LO : Low speed wipe
HI: High speed wipe Pull to
use
washer.
INT: Low speed with
intermittent
Lower speed, fewer sweeps
Higher speed, more sweeps
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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
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Maintenance
Before Performing Maintenance
Inspection and Maintenance
For your safety, perform all listed inspections and maintenance to keep your vehicle
in good condition. If you become aware of any abnormality (noise, smell, insufficient
brake fluid, oil residue on the ground, etc .), have your vehicle inspected by an
authorized Acura NSX dealer. (Note, however, that service at an authorized Acura
NSX dealer is not mandatory to keep your warranties in effect.)
■Daily inspections
Perform inspections before long distance tri ps, when washing the vehicle, or when
refueling.
■Periodic inspections
• Check the brake fluid level monthly.
2 Brake Fluid P. 386
•Check the tire pressure monthly. Examin e the tread for wear and foreign objects.
2Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 393
•Check the operation of the exterior lights monthly.
2 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 387
•Check the condition of the wiper bl ades at least every six months.
2Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 390
■Types of Inspection and Maintenance
1Inspection and Maintenance
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of
emissions control devices and systems may be
done by any automotive repair establishment or
individuals using parts that are “certified” to
EPA standards.
According to state and fede ral regulations, failure to
perform maintenance on the maintenance main
items marked with # will not void your emissions
warranties. However, all ma intenance services should
be performed in accordan ce with the intervals
indicated by the driver information interface.
2 Maintenance Service Items P. 368
If you want to perform complex maintenance tasks
that require more skills a nd tools, you can purchase a
subscription to the Service Express website at
www.techinfo.honda.com. 2 Authorized Manuals P. 463
If you want to perform ma intenance yourself, make
sure that you have the necessary tools and skills first.
After performing ma intenance, update the records in
the separate maintenance booklet.
U.S. models
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Maintenance
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades
Checking Wiper Blades
If the wiper blade rubber has deteriorated, it will leave streaks and the hard surfaces
of the blade may scratch the window glass.
Changing the Wiper Blade Rubber
1. While holding the wiper switch in MIST
position, change the power mode to
VEHICLE OFF (LOCK).
2. Wiper arms will move into service position.
3. Lift both wiper arms.
1Changing the Wiper Blade Rubber
NOTICE
Avoid dropping the wiper arm onto the windshield, it
may damage the wiper arm and/or the windshield.
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uuChecking and Maintaining Wiper Blades uChanging the Wiper Blade Rubber
Continued
Maintenance
4. Press and hold the ta b, then slide the
holder off the wiper arm.
5. Pull the end of the wiper blade in the
direction of the arrow in the image until it
is out of the holder’s end cap.
6. Pull the wiper blade in the opposite
direction to slide it out of its holder.
Tab
Wiper
Blade
End Cap at
the bottom
Holder
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uuChecking and Maintaining Wiper Blades uChanging the Wiper Blade Rubber
Maintenance
7. Insert the flat side of the new wiper blade
onto the bottom part of the holder. Insert
the blade all the way.
8. Install the end of the wiper blade into the
cap.
9. Slide the wiper blade onto the wiper arm
until it locks.
10. Lower both wiper arms.
11. Set the power mode to ON and hold the
wiper switch in the MIST position until
both wiper arms return to the standard
position.
Cap Wiper
Blade
Holder
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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
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