towing Acura NSX 2018 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 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
Handling the Unexpected (P 431)
Flat Tire (P 433)
● Park in a safe location and repair the flat
tire using the temporary tire repair kit.
Indicators Come On
(P 452)
●Identify the indicator and consult the
owner’s manual.
Power System Won’t Start
(P 445)
● If the 12-volt battery is dead, jump start
using a booster battery.
Blown Fuse

(P 457)
● Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating (P 450)
● Park in a safe location. If you do not see
steam under the hatch, open the hatch,
and let the power sy stem and the engine
cool down.
Emergency Towing
(P 462)
● Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.
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uuIndicators u
Instrument Panel
IndicatorNameOn/BlinkingExplanationMessage
Gear Position
Indicator
●Indicates the current gear selection.
2Shifting P. 326—
Transmission
System Indicator
●The indicated current gear selection
blinks if there is a problem with the
transmission system.●Avoid sudden start and acceleration, and
stop in a safe place immediately.
Have your vehicle checked by an
authorized Acura NSX dealer.
●All the gear positions may light for
several seconds, and go off.●When all the gear positions light,
immediately stop your vehicle in a safe
place.
●Indicators go off if there is no problem.
However, even if they go off, take your
vehicle to an authorized Acura NSX dealer
for inspection.—
●The indicated current gear selection
or all the gear positions blink if there
is a problem with the transmission
system.●Immediately stop in a safe place.2Emergency Towing P. 462●Have your vehicle checked by an
authorized Acura NSX dealer.
●The indicated current gear selection
or all the gear positions blink if you
cannot select
(P due to the
transmission system failure.
●The power system can be activated as a
temporary measure.
2 If the Transmission System Indicator
Blinks along with the Warning
Message P. 456
●Set the parking brake when parking.●Have your vehicle checked by an
authorized Acura NSX dealer immediately.
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Driving
This chapter discusses driving and refueling.
Before DrivingDriving Preparation .......................... 310
Maximum Load Limit........................ 313
High-Performance Driving ................ 315
Towing a Trailer Towing Your Vehicle ........................ 320
When Driving Turning on the Power ...................... 321
Precautions While Driving................. 324
Dual Clutch Transmission ................. 325
Shifting ............................................ 326
Integrated Dynamics System............. 335
Launch Control ................................ 340 Cruise Control ................................. 342
Vehicle Stability Assist® (VSA®), aka
Electronic Stability Control (ESC), System .
345
Agile Handling Assist ....................... 349
SPORT HYBRID Super Handling-All Wheel DriveTM (SPORT HYBRID SH-AWD®) .... 350
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ...... 351
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) - Required Federal Explanation ......... 353
High Voltage Battery ........................ 355
Braking Brake System ................................... 356
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ........... 361
Brake Assist System ......................... 362
Parking Your Vehicle When Stopped ................................ 363
Parking Sensor System
*................... 364
Multi-View Rear Camera .................. 368
Refueling Fuel Information .............................. 370
How to Refuel ................................. 371
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions .... 372
Turbo Engine Vehicle ....................... 373
* Not available on all models
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uuBefore Driving uMaximum Load Limit
Continued
Driving
Maximum Load Limit
The maximum load for your ve hicle is 507 lbs (230 kg).
The maximum load for the carg o area is 100 lbs (45 kg).
See the Tire and Loading Informatio n label attached to the driver’s
doorjamb.
This figure includes the total weig ht of all occupants, cargo, and
accessories, and the tongue load if you are towing a trailer.
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit -
(1)Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargo
should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.” on your vehicle’s placard.
(2)Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers
that will be riding in your vehicle.
(3) Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers
from XXX kg or XXX lbs.
(4)The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and
luggage load capacity. For exampl e, if the “XXX” amount equals
1,400 lbs. and there will be five 150 lb. passengers in your vehicle, the
amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs.
(1,400 - 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs.)
1 Maximum Load Limit
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR):
The maximum allowable weight of the vehicle, all
occupants, all accesso ries and all cargo.
2 Specifications P. 468
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR):
The maximum allowable weight of the vehicle axle. 2 Specifications P. 468
3WARNING
Overloading or improper loading
can affect handling and stability
and cause a crash in which you
can be hurt or killed.
Follow all load limits and other
loading guidelines in this manual.
Label Example
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uuBefore Driving uMaximum Load Limit
Driving
(5) Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being
loaded on the vehicle. That we ight may not safely exceed the
available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in step 4.
(6) If your vehicle will be towing a tra iler, load from your trailer will
be transferred to your vehicl e. Consult this manual to
determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage
load capacity of your vehicle.
In addition, the total weight of the vehicle, all occupants,
accessories, cargo, and trailer tongue load must not exceed the
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVW R) or the Gross Axle Weight
Rating (GAWR). Both are on a label on the driver’s doorjamb.
Load Limits Example
Example1 Max Load 507 lbs
(230 kg) Passenger Weight
150 lbs x 1 + 257 lbs = 407 lbs (68 kg x 1 + 117 kg = 185 kg) Maximum Cargo
Weight 100 lbs
(45 kg)
Example2 Max Load 507 lbs
(230 kg) Passenger Weight
150 lbs x 2 + 107 lbs = 407 lbs (68 kg x 2 + 49 kg = 185 kg) Maximum Cargo
Weight 100 lbs
(45 kg)
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Driving
Towing a Trailer
Your vehicle is not designed to tow a trailer. Attempting to do so can void your
warranties.
Towing Your Vehicle
Your vehicle is not designed to be towed behind a motor home. If your vehicle needs
to be towed in an emergency, refer to the emergency towing information.
2Emergency Towing P. 462
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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 432
If a Tire Goes Flat Temporarily Repairi ng a Flat Tire....... 433
Handling of the Jack ........................ 444
Power System Won’t Start Checking the Procedure ................... 445
If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is Weak ............................................. 446
Emergency Power System Off........... 447
Jump Starting .................................... 448
Overheating How to Handle Overheating ............. 450 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the 12-Volt Battery Charging System Indicator Comes On ....................... 452
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ................................... 452
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On ................................................. 453
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator Comes On ....................... 453
If the Electric Parking Brake System Indicator Comes On ....................... 454 If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator
Comes On or Blinks ....................... 455
If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along with the Warning Message... 456
If the Low Oil Level Symbol Appears.....456Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 457
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 461
Emergency Towing ........................... 462
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door ................................................. 463
When You Cannot Open the Hatch.....464RefuelingRefueling from a Portable Fuel Container .... 465
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Handling the Unexpected
Tools
Types of Tools
1Types of Tools
The tools are stored in the trunk.
Towing Hook Funnel
Tool Box
Wheel Bolt Cap Removal Tool
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