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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 caus e electrical component failure.
The vehicle is equipped with ultra high pe rformance summer tires that, due to their
decreased tread depth, are at greater risk of hydroplaning on wet roads compared
to regular tires. Exercise caut ion 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 tire s is recommended and may be mandatory,
depending on your region, province or territory.
2 Winter Tires P. 415
2 Cold Weather Driving P. 416
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 decrease d 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 in
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 br aking power.
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Driving
Fuel Economy and CO2 Emissions
Improving Fuel Economy and Reducing CO2
Emissions
Achieving fuel economy and reducing CO2 emissions is dependent on several
factors, including driving conditions, load weight, idling time, driving habits, and
vehicle condition. Depending on these and other factors, you may not achieve the
rated fuel economy of this vehicle.
You can optimize your fuel economy with proper maintenance of your vehicle.
Always maintain your vehicle in accordance with the messages displayed on the
driver information interface.
• Use the recommended viscosity engine oil.
• Maintain the specified tire pressure.
• Do not load the vehicl e with excess cargo.
• Keep your vehicle clean. A buildup of snow or mud on your vehicle’s underside
adds weight and increases wind resistance.
■Maintenance and Fuel Economy
1Improving Fuel Economy and Reducing CO2 Emissions
Direct calculation is the recommended method to
determine actual fuel consumed while driving.
In Canada, posted fuel economy numbers are
established following a simulated test. For more
information on how this test is performed, please visit
http://oee.nrcan.gc.ca/
Miles driven Gallons of
fuel Miles per
Gallon
100 L per 100 km
Liters of
fuel Kilometers
driven
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Driving
Turbo Engine Vehicle
Handling Precautions
The turbocharger is a high-precision device designed to obtain greater horsepower
by delivering a large volume of compressed air into the engine using a turbine driven
by the engine’s exhaust gas pressure.
• When the engine is cold just after starting, avoid hard or sudden
acceleration.
• Always replace the engine oil and en gine oil filter according to the
Maintenance Minder
TM.
The turbine rotates at very high speeds over 100,000 rpm and its temperature
reaches over 1,292°F (700°C). It is lubricated and cooled by engine oil.
If you fail to replace the engine oil and filt er at the scheduled distance or interval,
deteriorated engine oil may cause failure su ch as sticking and abnormal noise of the
turbine bearing.
1 Turbo Engine Vehicle
The scheduled maintenance intervals for replacing
the engine oil and filt er is indicated on the
Maintenance Minder
TM. Follow the information of
when to replace them.
2 Maintenance Minder
TM P. 379
2 Recommended Engine Oil P. 390
The temperature gauge needle is at the mark
when you restart the engi ne after driving under high
load conditions such as at high speed or in hilly
terrain. This is normal. The gauge needle goes down
after you idle or drive the vehicle for about one
minute.
H
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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 376
Safety When Performing Maintenance .... 377Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 378
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 379
Maintenance Under the Hood and Hatch Maintenance Items Under the Hood and Hatch ............................................. 385
Opening the Hatch .......................... 387
Opening the Hood ........................... 388
Engine Compartment Cover ............. 389
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 390
Oil Check ......................................... 391
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 394 Cooling System ................................ 396
Inverter Coolant ............................... 398
Transmission Fluids .......................... 399
Brake Fluid ....................................... 400
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 400
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 401Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades.... 404Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 407
Tire and Loading Information Label ..... 408Tire Labeling .................................... 408DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) ...... 410Wear Indicators................................ 412
Tire Service Life ................................ 412
Tire and Wheel Replacement............ 413 Tire Rotation .................................... 414
Winter Tires ..................................... 415
Cold Weather Driving ...................... 416
12-Volt Battery ................................. 417
Remote Transmitter Care Replacing the Button Battery ........... 418
Climate Control System Maintenance.... 419CleaningInterior Care .................................... 420
Exterior Care.................................... 422
Accessories and Modifications Accessories ...................................... 426
Modifications................................... 427
Storage .............................................. 428
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uuMaintenance MinderTMuTo Use Maintenance MinderTM
Maintenance
■Maintenance Service Items1Maintenance Service Items
•Independent of the Maintenance Minder
information, replace the brake fluid every 3 years.
•Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if
they are noisy.
•Inspect direct injection + port injection fuel system
every 3 years or service item B is indicated.
•Inspect tire condition ev ery 3,100 miles (5,000 km).
Maintenance Minder Message System Message
Indicator
Main Item Sub Items
*1: If a message SERVICE does not appear more than 12 months after the display is reset, change the
engine oil every year.
# : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty.
CODEMaintenance Main Items
A
●Replace engine oil*1
B●Replace engine oil*1 and oil filter●Inspect front and rear brakes●Check expiration date for temporary tire repair kit
bottle
●Inspect tie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots●Inspect suspension components●Inspect driveshaft boots●Inspect brake hoses and li nes (Including ABS/VSA)●Inspect all fluid levels and condition of fluids●Inspect exhaust system#
●Inspect fuel lines and connections#
●Inspect direct injection + port injection fuel system*2: If you drive in dusty conditions, replace the air cleaner element every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*3: If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from industry and
from diesel-powered vehicles, replace the dust and pollen filters every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or
every year.
*4: Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds results in higher transmission temperature. This requires transmission fluid and clutch fluid changes more frequently than recommended by the
Maintenance Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under this condition, have the transmission
fluid and clutch fluid changed every 20,000 miles (32,000 km).
*5: Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds results in higher level of mechanical (Shear) stress to fluid. This requires Twin Motor Unit fluid changes more frequently than recommended by the
Maintenance Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under these conditions, have the Twin Motor
Unit fluid changed at 7,500 miles (12,000 km), then every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
CODEMaintenance Sub Items
1
●Inspect tire condition
2●Replace air cleaner element*2
●Replace dust and pollen filters*3
3●Replace transmission fluid*4
●Replace clutch fluid*4
4●Replace spark plugs●Inspect valve clearance●Inspect Active Exhaust Valve function●Replace Intake Sound Control
5
●Replace engine coolant
6●Replace Twin Motor Unit fluid*5
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood and Hatch uRecommended Engine Oil
Maintenance
Recommended Engine Oil
Oil is a major contributor to your engine’s
performance and longevity. If you drive the
vehicle with insufficient or deteriorated oil,
the engine may fail or be damaged.
Under normal ambient temperature an d driving conditions, Acura NSX
specifications require full synthetic, 0W-40 motor oil such as Ultimate Full
Synthetic Motor Oil, Type 3, 0W-40, available at your authorized Acura
NSX dealer. Contact your authorized Acura NSX dealer for more details.1 Recommended Engine Oil
NOTICE
Acura cannot ensure prope r engine operation and
durability if other engine oil is used.
Ambient Temperature
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uuSpecifications u
Information
■Brake Fluid
■ Dual Clutch Transmission Fluid
■ Twin Motor Unit FluidSpecifiedAcura Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 4
SpecifiedAcura Automatic Transmission Fluid
ATF DW-1
Capacity Change 2.75 US qt (2.6 L)
SpecifiedAcura Gear Oil GO-Type 2.0
Capacity Change 4.86 US qt (4.6 L)
SpecifiedAcura Automatic Transmission Fluid
ATF DW-1
Capacity Change 2.56 US qt (2.42 L)
Clutch
Transmission
■ Engine Oil
■ Engine Coolant
■ Inverter Coolant
RecommendedUltimate Full Synthetic Motor Oil, Type3,
0W-40
Capacity Change 7.7 US qt (7.3 L)
Change
including
filter
8.3 US qt (7.9 L)
SpecifiedAcura Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water
Capacity
4.1 US gal (15.5 L)
(change including the remaining
0.34 US gal (1.29 L) in the reserve tank and
heater)
SpecifiedAcura Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water
Capacity0.50 US gal (1.90 L)
(change including the remaining
0.12 US gal (0.46 L) in the reserve tank)
■ Tire
Regular
Size
Front
245/35ZR19 (93Y)
Rear
305/30ZR20 (103Y)
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm2])
Front
32 (220 [2.2])
Rear
32 (220 [2.2])
Wheel Size Regular Front
19 X 8 1/2J
Rear
20 X 11J
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Index
Door Open Message ................................. 35
Keys........................................................ 105
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside .............................................. 18, 115
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Outside ................................................. 107
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 114
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 410
Driver Information Interface ..................... 98
Driver’s Knee Airbag .................................. 50
Driving ...................................................... 309
Braking ................................................... 356
Cold Weather ......................................... 416
Cruise Control ........................................ 342
Dual Clutch Transmission ........................ 325
Shifting Gear .......................................... 326
Turning on the Power ............................. 321
Driving Position Memory System ............ 138
Dual Clutch Transmission ........................ 325
Creeping................................................. 325
Fluids .............................................. 399, 469
Kickdown ............................................... 325
Operating the Shift Button ................ 23, 328
Shifting ................................................... 326
Dust and Pollen Filters ............................. 419
E
Elapsed Time............................................ 101
Electric Parking Brake .............................. 356
Indicator ................................................... 71 Electric Parking Brake System
Indicator ............................................ 71, 454
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator ............................................ 78, 453
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 345
Emergency ................................................ 462
Emergency Hatch Opener ........................ 121
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 473
Energy Efficiency ........................................ 12
Engine ....................................................... 470
Coolant ........................................... 396, 469
Jump Starting .......................................... 448
Oil ................................................... 390, 469
Engine Compartment Cover .................... 389
Engine Coolant ......................................... 396
Adding the Coolant ................................. 397
Checking the Coolant .............................. 396
Overheating ............................................ 450
Engine Oil
Adding .................................................... 394
Changing ................................................ 395
Checking ................................................. 391
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 380
Low Oil Level Symbol ............................... 456
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .......................... 70
Recommended Engine Oil ........................ 390
Temperature Gauge .................................. 97
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ........ 78
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 67
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 422
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 142
F
Features.................................................... 161
Filters Dust and Pollen ....................................... 419
Oil ........................................................... 395
Flat Tire ..................................................... 433
Floor Mats ................................................. 421
Fluids
Brake .............................................. 400, 469
Dual Clutch Transmission ................ 399, 469
Engine Coolant ............................... 396, 469
Inverter Coolant .............................. 398, 469
Twin Motor Unit.............................. 399, 469
Windshield Washer ......................... 400, 468
FM Radio ................................................... 188
Foot Brake ................................................ 358
Front Airbags (SRS) ..................................... 46
Fuel ...................................................... 25, 370
Economy ................................................. 372
Gauge ....................................................... 95
Instant Fuel Economy .............................. 101
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 77
Range ..................................................... 101
Refueling................................................. 370
Requirement ................................... 370, 468
Fuel Economy ........................................... 372
Fuel Fill Door ...................................... 25, 371
Fuses .......................................................... 457
Inspecting and Changing......................... 461
Locations................................. 457, 459, 460
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Index
Malfunction Indicator Lamp.............. 75, 452
Map Lights ................................................ 150
Maximum Load Limit ................................ 313
Meters, Gauges ........................................... 95
Mirrors ....................................................... 141
Adjusting ................................................. 141
Door ........................................................ 142
Exterior .................................................... 142
Interior Rearview...................................... 141
Modifications (and Accessories) ............... 426
MP3 ............................................................ 208
Multi-View Rear Camera .......................... 368
N
Numbers (Identification).......................... 470
O
Odometer.................................................. 100
Oil (Engine) ....................................... 390, 469
Adding .................................................... 394
Checking ................................................. 391
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 380
Low Oil Level Symbol ............................... 456
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .......................... 70
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 390, 469
Viscosity .......................................... 390, 469
Open Source Licenses ............................... 242
Opening Hatch ...................................... 119, 387, 464 Opening/Closing
Hatch .............................................. 119, 387
Hood....................................................... 388
Power Windows ...................................... 125
Operating the Switches Around the
Steering Wheel ....................................... 127
Outside Temperature Display .................. 100
Overheating .............................................. 450
P
Paddle Shifters (Sequential Mode) .......... 334
Pandora® ................................................... 206
Panic Mode ............................................... 124
Parking ...................................................... 363
Parking Brake ........................................... 356
Parking Sensor System ............................. 364
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator ................. 56
Passing Indicators ..................................... 131
POWER Button ......................................... 127
Power System
Turning on .............................................. 321
POWER SYSTEM Indicator .......................... 74
Power Windows ....................................... 125
Precautions While Driving In Snow and Ice....................................... 324
Rain ........................................................ 324
Pregnant Women ....................................... 41
Puncture (Tire) .......................................... 433
R
Radio (FM)................................................ 188
Radio (SiriusXM ®)..................................... 192
Radio Data System (RDS) ......................... 191
Range ........................................................ 101
RDS (Radio Data System) ......................... 191
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing) ...... 473
READY Indicator ........................................ 74
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button ..................................................... 137
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 141
Refueling .................................................. 370
Fuel Gauge ............................................... 95
Gasoline ......................................... 370, 468
Low Fuel Indicator..................................... 77
Regenerative Energy and Regenerative Braking ..................................................... 12
Regulations .............................. 353, 410, 471
Remote Transmitter ................................. 112
Replacement Battery .................................................... 418
Bulbs ...................................................... 401
Fuses ...................................... 457, 459, 460
Tires........................................................ 413
Wiper Blade Rubber ................................ 404
Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 472
Resetting a Trip Meter ............................. 100
Reverse Tilt Door Mirror .......................... 143
Right Selector Wheel ................................. 98
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