warning Acura NSX 2019 Repair Manual

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Handling the Unexpected
Power System Won’t Start
Checking the Procedure
When the READY indicator does not come on and the Ready To Drive message
does not appear on the driver informatio n interface, check the following items and
take appropriate action.
ChecklistConditionWhat to Do
Check if the related
indicator or driver
information interface
messages come on.The Temperature Is Too Cold For Vehicle To Operate
message appears.2 Driver Information Interface Warning and
Information Messages P. 83
The To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message
appears.
u Make sure the keyless access remote is in its operating range.
2ENGINE START/STOP Button Operating Range P. 127
2If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is
Weak P. 444
The POWER SYSTEM indicator comes on.Have your vehicle checked by an authorized
Acura NSX dealer.
The transmission system indicator blinks and Transmission
Problem Apply Parking Brake When Parked message
appears.The power system can be activated as a
temporary measure.
2 If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks
along with the Warning Message P. 454
Check the brightness
of the interior lights. The interior lights are dim or do not come on at
all. Have the 12-volt battery checked by an
authorized Acura NSX dealer.
The interior lights come on normally. Check all fuses, or have your vehicle checked by
an authorized Acura NSX dealer.
2 Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 459
Check the gear
position.The transmission is not in (P.Put the transmission into (P.
Check the
immobilizer system
indicator. When the immobilizer system in
dicator is blinking, the power
system cannot be turned on.
2 Immobilizer System Indicator P. 81
1Checking the Procedure
If you must start the vehi cle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle to jump start it.
2 Jump Starting P. 446
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Handling the Unexpected
Jump Starting
Turn off the power to electric devices, such as audio and lights. Turn off the power
system, then open the hood. 1.Remove the maintenance cover.
2 Checking the 12-Volt Battery P. 415
2.Slide the terminal cover on your vehicle’s
12-volt battery positive + terminal as
shown.
3. Connect the first jump er cable to your
vehicle’s 12-volt battery + terminal.
4. Connect the other end of the first jumper
cable to the booster battery + terminal.
u If you use a booster battery, only use a
12-volt booster battery.
u When using an automotive battery
charger, select a charging voltage lower
than 15-volts. Check the charger manual
for the proper setting.
5. Connect the second jumper cable to the
booster battery - terminal.
■Jump Starting Procedure1Jump Starting
Securely attach the jumper cable clips so that they do
not come off when the engine vibrates. Also be
careful not to tangle the ju mper cables or allow the
cable ends to touch each other while attaching or
detaching the jumper cables.
12-volt battery performa nce degrades in cold
conditions and may prevent the engine from starting.
3WARNING
A 12-volt battery can explode if you do not
follow the correct procedure, seriously
injuring anyone nearby.
Keep all sparks, open flames, and smoking
materials away from the 12-volt battery.Terminal Cover
Booster Battery
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Handling the Unexpected
Overheating
How to Handle Overheating
Overheating symptoms are as follows:
•The temperature gauge pointer is at the mark or the engine suddenly loses
power.
• Steam or spray comes out of the engine compartment.
■First thing to do
1. Immediately park the vehicle in a safe place.
u Put the transmission into
(P and set the parking brake.
2. Turn off all accessories and turn on the hazard warning lights.
u No steam or spray present : Keep the power system on and open the hatch.
u Steam or spray is present : Turn off the power system and wait until it
subsides. Then open the hatch.
1 How to Handle Overheating
NOTICE
Continuing to drive with the temperature gauge
pointer at the mark may damage the engine.
3WARNING
Steam and spray from an overheated
engine can seriously scald you.
Do not open the hatch if steam is coming
out.
H
H
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uuOverheating uHow to Handle Overheating
Handling the Unexpected
■Next thing to do
1.Check that the cooling fan is operating and
turn the power system off once the
temperature gauge pointer comes down.
u If the cooling fan is not operating,
immediately turn the power system off.
2. Once the engine has cooled down, inspect
the coolant level and check the cooling
system components for leaks.
2 Checking the Coolant P. 394
uIf the coolant level in the reserve tank is
low, or no coolant in the tank, check that
the radiator is cool. Cover the reserve
tank cap with a heavy cloth and open the
cap. Add coolant until it reaches the
MAX mark, and put the cap back on.
■Last thing to do
Once the engine has cooled sufficiently, turn the power system on and check the
temperature gauge. If the temperature gauge pointer has gone down, resume
driving. If it has not gone down, contact an authorized Acura NSX dealer for repairs.
1How to Handle Overheating
If the coolant is leaking, contact an authorized Acura
NSX dealer for repairs.
Use water as an emergency/temporary measure only.
Have an authorized Acura NSX dealer flush the
system with proper antifree ze as soon as possible.
3WARNING
Removing the reserve tank cap while the
engine is hot can cause the coolant to spray
out, seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and radiator cool
down before removing the reserve tank
cap.
Engine Coolant
Reserve Tank
MAX
MIN
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uuIndicator, Coming On/Blinking uIf the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along with the Warning Message
Handling the Unexpected
If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along
with the Warning Message
■Reasons for the indicator to blink
The transmission is malfunctioning.
■What to do when the indicator blinks
• Immediately have your vehicle insp ected by an authorized Acura NSX
dealer.
• Put the transmission into
(N when you turn the power system on.
u Check to verify the
(N position on the instrument panel is selected
and if the indicator on the
(N button is illuminating or blinking.
u The power system cannot be turned on unless the parking brake is
set.
2 Turning on the Power P. 319
If the Low Oil Level Symbol Appears
■Reasons for the symbol to appear
Appears when the engine oil level is low.
■What to do as soon as the symbol appears
1. Immediately park the vehicle on level ground in a safe place.
2. If necessary, turn the ha zard warning lights on.
■What to do after parking the vehicle
Check the oil level.
2 Oil Check P. 389
1If the Transmission System In dicator Blinks along with the
Warning Message
You may not be able to turn on the power system.
Make sure to set the parking brake when parking
your vehicle.
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow
your vehicle. 2 Emergency Towing P. 460
1If the Low Oil Level Symbol Appears
NOTICE
Running the engine with a low oil level can cause
serious mechanical damage almost immediately.
This system activates after the engine warms up. If
the outside temperature is extremely low, you may
have to drive for a long time until the system senses
the engine oil level.
If the symbol appears agai n, turn the power system
off, and contact an authorized Acura NSX dealer for
repairs immediately.
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Handling the Unexpected
Refueling
Refueling from a Portable Fuel Container
If you have run out of fuel and need to refuel your vehicle from a portable fuel
container, use the funnel provided with your vehicle.
1.Turn off the power system.
2. Press the fuel fill door release button.
u The fuel fill door opens.
3. Take the funnel out of the tool box in the
trunk.
2 Types of Tools P. 430
4.Place the end of the funnel on the lower
part of filler opening, then insert it slowly
and completely.
u Make sure that the end of the funnel
goes down along with the filler pipe.
5. Fill the tank with fuel from the portable fuel
container.
u Pour fuel carefully so you do not spill any.
6. Remove the funnel from the filler neck.
u Wipe up any fuel from the funnel before
storing it.
7. Shut the fuel fill door by hand.
1Refueling from a Portable Fuel Container
NOTICE
Do not insert the nozzle of a portable fuel container
or any funnel other than the one provided with your
vehicle. Doing so can damage the fuel system.
Do not try to pry open or push open the filler opening
with foreign objects. This can damage the filler
opening and its seal.
Make sure the fuel in the portable fuel container is
gasoline before you refuel.
3WARNING
Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive.
You can be burned or seriously injured
when handling fuel.
• Turn the power sy stem off, and keep
heat, sparks, and flame away.
• Handle fuel only outdoors.
• Wipe up spills immediately.
Funnel
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Index
G
Gasoline (Fuel)Economy ................................................. 370
Gauge ....................................................... 95
Information ............................................. 368
Instant Fuel Economy ............................... 101
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 77
Refueling ................................................. 368
Gauges ......................................................... 95
Gear Position Indicator ....................... 76, 326
Gear Shift Positions
Dual Clutch Transmission ......................... 324
Glass (care) ........................................ 418, 421
Glove Box .................................................. 151
H
Handling the Unexpected ........................ 429
HandsFreeLink® (HFL)............................... 268
Automatic Import of Ce llular Phonebook and
Call History ............................................ 281
Displaying Messages ................................ 297
HFL Buttons ............................................. 268
HFL Menus .............................................. 271
HFL Status Display.................................... 270
Limitations for Manua l Operation ............ 270
Making a Call .......................................... 290
Options During a Call .............................. 294
Phone Setup ............................................ 276
Phonebook Phonetic M odification ........... 285
Receiving a Call ....................................... 294 Receiving a Text/E-mail Message.............. 295
Ring Tone................................................ 280
Roadside Assistance ................................ 301
Selecting a Mail Account ......................... 296
Speed Dial ............................................... 282
To Set Up Text/E-mail Message Options ... 279
Hatch ......................................................... 119
Unable to Open....................................... 462
Hazard Warning Button .............................. 4
Headlights ................................................. 131
Aiming .................................................... 399
Automatic Operation (automatic lighting control) ................................................. 132
Dimming ......................................... 131, 134
Operating................................................ 131
Heaters (Seat) ........................................... 153
HFL (HandsFreeLink ®)............................... 268
High Beam Indicator .................................. 81
High Voltage Battery ............................... 353
High-Performance Driving ....................... 313
Hill Start Assist System ............................. 321
HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver ............ 265
Honda App License Agreement .............. 226
Hybrid Vehicle SPORT HYBRID Super Handling-All Wheel
Drive
TM (SPORT HYBRID SH-AWD® )............ 9
I
Identification Numbers
Engine, Motor, and Transmission ............ 468
Vehicle Identification............................... 468
Immobilizer System .................................. 122
Indicator ................................................... 81
Indicators .................................................... 70
12-Volt Battery Charging System ...... 75, 450
Active Damper System .............................. 74
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................... 78
Automatic Brake Hold ....................... 72, 357
Automatic Brake Hold System ........... 72, 357
Brake System (Amber) ............................... 73
Brake System (Red) ........................... 70, 451
Brake Wear ............................................... 74
CRUISE CONTROL ............................. 82, 341
CRUISE MAIN.................................... 82, 340
Door and Trunk (Hatch) Open ................... 35
Electric Parking Brake ................................ 71
Electric Parking Brake System ............ 71, 452
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System ............................................ 78, 451
Gear Position ............................................ 76
High Beam ................................................ 81
Immobilizer System ................................... 81
Keyless Access System............................... 82
Lights On .................................................. 81
Low Fuel ................................................... 77
Low Oil Pressure ....................................... 70
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ............ 80, 349, 351
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 75, 450
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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 ............................................. 153
Seats .......................................................... 144
Adjusting ................................................ 144
Seat Heaters ........................................... 153
Security System ........................................ 122
Immobilizer System Indicator..................... 81
Security System Alarm Indicator ................ 82
Selecting a Forward-facing Child Seat ...... 62
Sequential Mode ...................................... 329
Sequential Mode Operation ................... 332
Setting the Clock ...................................... 104
Shift Button ........................................ 23, 324
Operation ............................................... 326
Shifting (Transmission) ...................... 23, 324
Side Airbags ............................................... 52
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 54
Siri Eyes Free ............................................. 213
SiriusXM ® Radio ....................................... 190 Snow Tires
................................................. 413
Sounds Unique to the SPORT HYBRID
SH-AWD ® System ...................................... 13
Spark Plugs ................................................ 466
Specifications ............................................ 466
Specified Fuel .................................... 368, 466
SPORT HYBRID Super Handling-All Wheel Drive
TM (SPORT HYBRID SH-AWD ®)........ 348
SRS Airbags (Airbags) ................................. 46
Steering Wheel Adjusting ................................................. 140
Stopping .................................................... 361
Storage ...................................................... 426
Summer Tires ............................................ 413
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ........ 46
Switches (Around the Steering Wheel) ............................................. 4, 5, 127
System Message Indicator .......................... 80
T
Temperature
Gauge ....................................................... 96
Temperature Sensor ................................. 158
Temporary Tire Repair Kit ........................ 431
Time (Setting) ........................................... 104
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) ..................................................... 349
Indicator ............................................ 80, 453
Tires ........................................................... 405
Air Pressure ..................................... 406, 467 Chains..................................................... 413
Checking and Maintaining ...................... 405
Flat Tire (Puncture) .................................. 431
Inspection ............................................... 405
Labeling .................................................. 406
Regulations ............................................. 408
Rotation .................................................. 412
Summer .................................................. 413
Temporary Tire Repair Kit ........................ 431
Wear Indicators ....................................... 410
Winter..................................................... 413
Tools .......................................................... 430
Towing a Trailer ....................................... 318
Towing Your Vehicle ................................ 318
Emergency .............................................. 460
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) .................................................... 349
Transmission ....................................... 23, 324
Dual Clutch ............................... 23, 323, 324
Fluids .............................................. 397, 467
Gear Position Indicator ...................... 76, 326
Number................................................... 468
Sequential Mode ..................................... 329
TRIP Button ................................................. 99
Trip Meter ................................................. 100
Troubleshooting ....................................... 429
Blown Fuse.............................. 455, 457, 458
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door.......... 29
Emergency Towing .................................. 460
Flat Tire/Puncture .................................... 431
Noise When Braking .................................. 29
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Index
Overheating............................................. 448
Power System Won’t Start ....................... 443
Premium Gasoline............................ 368, 466
Warning Indicators .................................... 70
Trunk
Light Bulb ................................................ 466
Turn Signals ............................................... 130
Indicators (Instrum ent Panel) ...................... 81
Turn-by-Turn Directions ........................... 102
Turning on the Power .............................. 319
Does Not Activate .................................... 443
Jump Starting .......................................... 446
Twin Motor Unit Fluid ................................................ 397, 467
U
Unlocking the Doors ................................. 107
Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ................................................. 18, 115
USB Flash Drives ........................................ 225
USB Ports ................................................... 161
Using the Keyless Access System .............. 107
V
Vehicle Identification Number................. 468
Vehicle Stability Assist ® (VSA ®) ................ 343
Off Button ............................................... 344
Off Indicator ...................................... 79, 344
System Indicator ................................ 79, 343 Vehicle Storage
........................................ 426
Viscosity (Oil) .................................... 388, 467
Voice Control Operation Audio Commands ................................... 184
Climate Control Commands .................... 185
General Commands ................................ 185
Music Search Commands ........................ 185
On Screen Commands............................. 185
Phone Commands ................................... 184
Useful Commands ................................... 184
Voice Portal Screen.................................. 183
Voice Recognition ................................... 182
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist ®)................ 343
W
Wallpaper ................................................. 169
Warning and Information Messages ......... 83
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ............... 450
Warning Labels ........................................... 68
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided
separately) .............................................. 473
Watts ......................................................... 466
Wear Indicators (Tire) .............................. 410
Wi-Fi Connection ...................................... 211
Window Washers ..................................... 135
Adding/Refilling Fluid .............................. 398
Switch ..................................................... 135
Windows (Opening and Closing) ............ 125
Windshield
Cleaning ......................................... 418, 421 Defrosting/Defogging ..................... 156, 157
Washer Fluid ................................... 398, 466
Wiper Blades........................................... 402
Wipers and Washers ............................... 135
Winter Tires
Snow Tires .............................................. 413
Tire Chains.............................................. 413
Wipers and Washers ................................ 135
Checking and Replacing Wiper Blades..... 402
WMA ......................................................... 206
Worn Tires ................................................ 405
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