Acura NSX 2018 Owner's Manual

Event Data Recorders
This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR).
The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near
crash-like situations, such as an air bag deployment or hitting a
road obstacle, data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle’s
systems performed. The EDR is designed to record data related
to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of
time, typically 30 seconds or le ss. The EDR in this vehicle is
designed to record such data as:
• How various systems in your vehicle were operating;
• Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts were
buckled/fastened;
3WARNING
California Proposition 65 Warning
Operating, servicing and maintaining a
passenger vehicle or off-road vehicle can
expose you to chemical s including engine
exhaust, carbon monoxid e, phthalates, and
lead, which are known to the State of
California to cause canc er and birth defects or
other reproductive harm. To minimize
exposure, avoid breathing exhaust, do not
idle the engine except as necessary, service
your vehicle in a well-ventilated area and
wear gloves or wash your hands frequently
when servicing your vehicle. For more
information go to
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/
passenger-vehicle
.
• How far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accelerator
and/or brake pedal; and,
• How fast the vehicle was traveling.
These data can help provide a better understanding of the
circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur. NOTE: EDR data
are recorded by your vehicle only if a non-trivial crash situation
occurs; no data are recorded by the EDR under normal driving
conditions and no personal data (e.g., name, gender, age, and
crash location) are recorded. Howeve r, other parties, such as law
enforcement, could co mbine the EDR data with the type of
personally identifying data rout inely acquired during a crash
investigation.
To read data recorded by an ED R, special equipment is required,
and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition to the
vehicle manufacturer, other parties, such as law enforcement, that
have the special equipment, can re ad the information if they have
access to the vehicle or the EDR.
The data belongs to the vehicle ow ner and may not be accessed by
anyone else except as legally requir ed or with the permission of the
vehicle owner.
Service Diagnostic Recorders
This vehicle is equipped with se rvice-related devices that record
information about powertrain perfo rmance. The data can be used
to verify emissions law requirem ents and/or help technicians
diagnose and solve service problems. It may also be combined with
data from other sources for res earch purposes, but it remains
confidential. Some diagnostic and maintenance information is
uploaded to Acura upon vehicle start up.
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California Perchlorate Contamination Prevention Act
The airbags, seat belt tensioners, and CR type batteries in this
vehicle may contain perchlorate materials - special handling may
apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazard ouswaste/perchlorate/
As you read this manual, you will find information that is preceded
by a symbol. This information is intended to help you avoid
damage to your vehicle, othe r property, or the environment.
Software End User License Agreement
Your vehicle comes equipped with software, which is governed by
the End User License Agreement in Owner’s Manual, and which
contains a binding arbitration clau se. Please refer to the End User
License Agreement for the terms and conditions governing your
use of the installed software, as we ll as the applications, services,
functions, and content provided through the software. Your use of
the installed software wi ll serve as your consent to the terms and
conditions of the End User License Agreement.
You may opt out within 30 days of your initial use of the Software
by sending a signed, written noti ce to HONDA at American Honda
Motor Co., Inc. Acura Client Relations Mail Stop 100-5E-8F, 1919
Torrance Blvd. Torrance, CA 90501-2746.
Privacy Notice
This vehicle may share location a nd usage information. To manage
this setting, visit www.acuralink.com/ve hicle-data-choices.
A Few Words About Safety
Your safety, and the safety of others, is very important. And
operating this vehicle safely is an important responsibility.
NOTICE
To help you make informed decisions about safety, we have
provided operating procedures and other information on labels and
in this manual. This information alerts you to potential hazards that
could hurt you or others.
Of course, it is not practical or possible to warn you about all the
hazards associated with operating or maintaining your vehicle. You
must use your own good judgment.
You will find this impo rtant safety information in a variety of forms,
including:
● Safety Labels - on the vehicle.
● Safety Messages - preceded by a safety alert symbol
3 and
one of three signal words: DANGER, WARNING , or CAUTION .
These signal words mean:
● Safety Headings - such as Important Safety Precautions.
● Safety Section - such as Safe Driving.
● Instructions - how to use this vehi cle correctly and safely.
This entire book is filled with important safety information - please
read it carefully.
3 DANGERYou WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if
you don’t follow instructions.
3 WARNINGYou CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if
you don’t follow instructions.
3CAUTIONYou CAN be HURT if you don’t follow
instructions.
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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 manu al (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 Ar ound 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. 244 HomeLink® Universal Transceiver P. 267
2 Driving P. 309
Before Driving P. 310 Towing a Trailer P. 320
Multi-View Rear Camera P. 368
2Maintenance P. 375
Before Performing Maintenance P. 376 Maintenance MinderTM P. 379
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 404
Climate Control System Maintenance P. 419
2Handling the Unexpected P. 431
Tools P. 432 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 433
Overheating P. 450 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 452
When You Cannot Open the Hatch P. 464
2 Information P. 467
Specifications P. 468 Identification Numbers P. 470
Emissions Testing P. 473 Warranty Coverages P. 475
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Contents
Child Safety P. 58Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 67Safety Labels P. 68
Opening and Closing the Hatch P. 119 Security System P. 122 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 125
Adjusting the Mirrors P. 141 Adjusting the Seats P. 144
Climate Control System P. 156
Audio Error Messages P. 223 General Information on the Audio System P. 226
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ® P. 270 AcuraLink ®* P. 304
When Driving P. 321 Braking P. 356Parking Your Vehicle P. 363
Refueling P. 370 Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions P. 372
Maintenance Under the Hood and Hatch P. 385 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 401
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 407 12-Volt Battery P. 417 Remote Transmitter Care P. 418
Cleaning P. 420 Accessories and Modifications P. 426 Storage P. 428
Power System Won’t Start P. 445 Jump Starting P. 448
Fuses P. 457 Emergency Towing P. 462 When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door P. 463
Refueling P. 465
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 471 Reporting Safety Defects P. 472
Authorized Manuals P. 477 Client Service Information P. 478
Quick Reference GuideP. 4
Safe DrivingP. 31
Instrument PanelP. 69
ControlsP. 103
FeaturesP. 161
DrivingP. 309
MaintenanceP. 375
Handling the UnexpectedP. 431
InformationP. 467
IndexP. 479
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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 346)
❙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 365)
❙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
❙Integrated Dynamics System Mode
Switch
(P 335)
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Quick Reference Guide
❙Wipers/Washers (P 135)
❙Headlights/Turn Signals (P 130, 131)
❙Paddle Shifter (Shift down) (P 334)
❙Paddle Shifter (Shift up) (P 334)
❙Horn (Press an area around .)
❙Voice Control Buttons (P 184)
❙Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ® System
Voice Control Buttons
(P 270)
❙TRIP Button (P 99, 100)
❙Right Selector Wheel (P 98)
❙Audio Remote Controls (P 165)
❙Brightness Control (P 136)
❙Mph/Km/h Change Button (P 95)
❙Cruise Control Buttons (P 342)
* Not available on all models
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Visual Index
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Quick Reference Guide❙Power Window Switches (P 125)
❙Driver’s Front Airbag (P 46)
❙Hatch Release Button (P 119)
❙Hood Release Handle (P 388)
❙Passenger’s Front Airbag
(P 46)
❙Glove Box (P 151)
❙Driver’s Knee Airbag (P 50)
❙Door Mirror Controls (P 142)
❙Power Door Lock Master Switch (P 117)
❙Fuel Fill Door Release Button (P 371)
❙USB Port (P 163)
❙Memory Buttons* (P 139)
❙SET Button* (P 139)
❙Rearview Mirror (P 141)
❙Driver’s Side Interior Fuse
Boxes
(P 459)
❙Passenger’s Side Interior Fuse
Box
(P 460)
❙USB Port (P 163)
❙Accessory Power Socket
(P 154)
❙Electric Parking Brake Switch
(P 356)
❙Automatic Brake Hold Button
(P 359)
❙Shift Button
Electronic Gear Selector
(P 326)
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Quick Reference Guide❙Side Airbags (P 52)
❙Side Curtain Airbags (P 54)
❙Seat Belts (P 36)
❙Seat (P 144)
❙Sun Visors
❙Map Lights (P 150)
❙Seat Belt (Installing a Child Seat) (P 63)
* Not available on all models
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Visual Index
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Quick Reference Guide❙Maintenance Under the Hood (P 385)
❙Windshield Wipers (P 135, 404)
❙Power Door Mirrors (P 142)
❙Headlights (P 131, 401)
❙How to Refuel (P 371)
❙High-Mount Brake Light (P 403)
❙Opening/Closing the Hatch (P 119)
❙Brake/Taillights (P 402)
❙Front Turn Signal/Parking Lights (P 130, 131, 401)
❙Back-Up Lights (P 402)
❙Rear License Plate Lights (P 403)
❙Hatch Release Button (P 119)
❙Door Lock/Unlock Control (P 107)
❙Front Side Marker Lights (P 131, 401)
❙Daytime Running Lights (P 134, 401)
❙Tires (P 407, 433)
❙Taillights (P 402)
❙Rear Turn Signal Lights (P 402)
❙Rear Side Marker Lights (P 402)
❙Multi-View Rear Camera (P 368)
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Quick Reference Guide
SPORT HYBRID Super Handling-All Wheel DriveTM
(SPORT HYBRID SH-AWD ®)
Your SPORT HYBRID SH-AWD ® vehicle uses a Twin Motor Unit, Direct Drive Motor, and a gasoline engine as propulsion sources, with electric
motors receiving electricity from an internal High Voltage battery.
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