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uuIndicators uDriver Information Interface Wa rning and Information Messages
Instrument Panel
MessageConditionExplanation
●Appears after the 12-volt battery charging system
indicator comes on.●Your vehicle has less ability to accelerate and may be
harder to start on an incline.
●Contact an authorized Acura NSX dealer immediately.
●Appears when the transmission temperature is too low
to operate (approx. -13°F [-25°C] or below).●You can start the engine and use the climate control
system to warm up the interior, which will also warm
the transmission enough for you to drive the vehicle.
●The engine speed does not increase even if you fully
depress the accelerator pedal.
●Appears when the High Voltage battery temperature is
extremely low (-4°F [-20°C]).●Contact an authorized Acura NSX dealer immediately.●To prevent the message to come on, store the vehicle in
the garage or drive in advance to warm up the High
Voltage battery.
●The minimum operation gu arantee environmental
temperature is -4°F [-20°C].
●Appears when the twin motor unit fluid temperature is
extremely low.●Vehicle speed is limited to 109 mph (175 km/h) until
twin motor unit fluid warms up.
●Appears if the AWD system has a problem due to a
hybrid system or power distribution control failure.●Drives with the rear wh eels only in this state.
Have your vehicle checked by an authorized Acura NSX
dealer.
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uuIndicators uDriver Information Interface Wa rning and Information Messages
Instrument Panel
MessageConditionExplanation
●Appears when a problem with the transmission
prevents a gear from changing to
(R.
●Have your vehicle checked by an authorized Acura NSX
dealer.
●Appears when the High Voltag e battery is extremely low
and cannot start the power system.●Have your vehicle checked by an authorized Acura NSX
dealer.
●Appears when the vehicle ca nnot be driven by the
engine.●Stop your vehicle in a sa fe place and contact an
authorized Acura NSX dealer.
●Appears when the engine speed exceeds reduced REV
LIMIT while engine temperature is low.●Continue driving at a low engine speed until the engine
temperature becomes warm.
●Appears when braking ability is reduced due to
increased fluid consumption in the braking system.●Slow Down and drive carefully. The message will
disappear once the brakes have cooled and the system
has returned to normal operating condition.
●Appears if you are driving at an extremely high speed
and one or more tires are underinflated.●Decelerate and drive your vehicle until the message
disappears.
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uuWhen Driving uDual Clutch Transmission
Driving
If there is a strong impact with something under the vehicle, stop in a safe location.
Check the underside of the vehicle for damage or any fluid leaks.
If any of these components are damaged or loose, the stability, handling, and
powertrain cooling performance of the vehicle may be adversely affected.
Dual Clutch Transmission
As with a conventional gasoline-powered ve hicle with an automatic transmission,
this vehicle will creep.
Keep the brake pedal firmly depressed when stopped.
The accelerator pedal features a kick down switch. Quickly depressing the
accelerator pedal while driving may cause the transmission to drop to a lower gear,
subsequently increasing vehicle speed. De press the accelerator pedal carefully,
especially when driving uphill, on slippery roads, and curves.
■Other Precautions
■Creeping
■Kickdown
1 Precautions While Driving
Do not press the
(N button, as you will lose
regenerative braking (and ac celeration) performance.
Avoid hard braking for the first 200 miles (300 km).
You should also follow this recommendation when
the brake pads are replaced.
Models with iron brake discs
1 Dual Clutch Transmission
The DCT will not operate when it is extremely cold. If
the vehicle has been parked in extremely cold
conditions, after you start th e engine, wait until it
gets warm. Keep your vehicle parked until the
READY indicator comes on.
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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 374
Safety When Performing Maintenance .... 375Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 376
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 377
Maintenance Under the Hood and Hatch Maintenance Items Under the Hood and Hatch ............................................. 383
Opening the Hatch .......................... 385
Opening the Hood ........................... 386
Engine Compartment Cover ............. 387
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 388
Oil Check ......................................... 389
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 392 Cooling System ................................ 394
Inverter Coolant ............................... 396
Transmission Fluids .......................... 397
Brake Fluid ....................................... 398
Refilling Window Wa
sher Fluid......... 398
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 399Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades.... 402Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 405
Tire and Loading Information Label ..... 406Tire Labeling .................................... 406DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) ...... 408Wear Indicators................................ 410
Tire Service Life ................................ 410
Tire and Wheel Replacement............ 411 Tire Rotation .................................... 412
Winter Tires ..................................... 413
Cold Weather Driving ...................... 414
12-Volt Battery ................................. 415
Remote Transmitter Care Replacing the Button Battery ........... 416
Climate Control System Maintenance.... 417CleaningInterior Care .................................... 418
Exterior Care.................................... 420
Accessories and Modifications Accessories ...................................... 424
Modifications................................... 425
Storage .............................................. 426
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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 lines (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 uTransmission Fluids
Maintenance
Transmission Fluids
Have an authorized Acura NSX dealer chec k the fluid level and replace if necessary.
Do not attempt to check or change the dual clutch transmission fluids yourself.
Have an authorized Acura NSX dealer chec k the fluid level and replace if necessary.
Do not attempt to check or change the twin motor unit fluid yourself.
■Dual Clutch Transmission Fluids
Specified fluids:
Acura Automatic Transm ission Fluid ATF DW-1
Acura Gear Oil GO-Type 2.0
■Twin Motor Unit Fluid
Specified fluid:
Acura Automatic Transm ission Fluid ATF DW-1
1Dual Clutch Transmission Fluids
NOTICE
Do not mix Acura ATF DW-1 with other
transmission fluids.
Using a transmission flui d other than Acura ATF
DW-1 may adversely af fect the operation and
durability of your vehicle’ s transmission, and damage
the transmission.
Any damage caused by usi ng a transmission fluid that
is not equivalent to Acur a ATF DW-1 is not covered
by Acura’s new vehicl e limited warranty.Clutch
Transmission
1Twin Motor Unit Fluid
NOTICE
Do not mix Acura ATF Type DW-1 with other
transmission fluids.
Using a transmission flui d other than Acura ATF
DW-1 may adversely af fect the operation and
durability of your vehicl e’s twin motor unit, and
damage the twin motor unit.
Any damage caused by usi ng a transmission fluid that
is not equivalent to Acur a ATF DW-1 is not covered
by Acura’s new vehicl e limited warranty.
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uuIndicator, Comin g On/BlinkinguIf the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
Handling the Unexpected
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
• The brake fluid is low.
• There is a malfunction in the brake system.
■What to do when the indicator comes on while driving
Depress the brake pedal lightly to check pedal pressure.
• If normal, check the brake fluid level the next time you stop.
• If abnormal, take immediate acti on. If necessary, downshift the
transmission to slow the vehicle using regenerative braking.
If the Electric Power Steeri ng (EPS) System Indicator
Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on if there is a problem with the EPS system.
■What to do when th e indicator comes on
Stop the vehicle in a safe place a nd turn on the power system again.
If the indicator comes on and stays on, immediately have your vehicle
inspected by an author ized Acura NSX dealer.
1If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
Have your vehicle re paired immediately.
It is dangerous to drive with low brake fluid. If there
is no resistance from the brake pedal, stop
immediately in a safe plac e. If necessary, downshift
the gears.
If the brake system indicator and ABS indicator come
on simultaneously, the elec tronic brake distribution
system is not working. Th is can result in vehicle
instability under sudden braking.
Have your vehicle inspecte d by an authorized Acura
NSX dealer immediately.
If both red and amber brake system indicators come
on, stop the vehicle in a safe place and have it
inspected by an authorized Acura NSX dealer
immediately.U.S.
Canada
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Index
Battery Types.............................................. 12
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 36
Beverage Holders ...................................... 152
Bluetooth ® Audio ..................................... 209
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®..................... 268
Booster Seats (For Children) ....................... 66
Brake System ............................................. 354
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 359
Automatic Brake Hold.............................. 357
Brake Assist System ................................. 360
Fluid ........................................................ 398
Foot Brake ............................................... 356
Parking Brake .......................................... 354
Brake System (Amber)
Indicator .................................................... 73
Brake System (Red) Indicator ............................................ 70, 451
Brake Wear Indicator .................................................... 74
Bulb Replacement ..................................... 399
Back-Up Lights......................................... 400
Daytime Running Lights ........................... 399
Front Side Marker Lights .......................... 399
Front Turn Signal/Parking Lights ............... 399
Headlights ............................................... 399
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 401
Rear License Plate Lights .......................... 401
Rear Side Marker Lights ........................... 400
Rear Turn Signal Lights ............................ 400
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator Lights..................................................... 399 Taillights.................................................. 400
Bulb Specifications ................................... 466
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ............................... 67
Carrying Cargo ................................. 309, 311
Certification Label .................................... 468
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 399
Charging System Indicator ................. 75, 450
Child Safety ................................................. 58
Emergency Hatch Opener ........................ 121
Child Seat .................................................... 58
Booster Seats ............................................ 66
Child Seat for Infants................................. 60
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 61
Installing a Child Seat ................................ 63
Larger Children ......................................... 65
Selecting a Forward-facing Child Seat........ 62
Using a Tether ........................................... 64
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 420
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 418
Client Service Information ....................... 476
Climate Control System ............................ 154
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ....................................... 156, 157
Dust and Pollen Filters ............................. 417
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 155
Sensors ................................................... 158
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 154
Clock .......................................................... 104 Cold Weather
........................................... 414
Console Compartment ............................. 151
Controls .................................................... 103
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 394
Adding the Coolant ................................ 395
Checking the Coolant ............................. 394
Overheating ............................................ 448
Coolant (Inverter) .................................... 396
Creeping (Dual Clutch Transmission) ...... 323
Cruise Control .......................................... 340
CRUISE CONTROL Indicator ....................... 82
CRUISE MAIN Indicator .............................. 82
Cup Holders .............................................. 152
Customized Features ............................... 242
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 134
Dead Battery (12-Volt) ............................. 446
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ......................................... 156, 157
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 469
Dimming Headlights .............................................. 131
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 141
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ........................ 384, 391
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 130
Door Mirrors ............................................. 142
Doors ........................................................ 105
Auto Door Locking.................................. 118
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 118
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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 ........................ 408
Driver Information Interface ..................... 98
Driver’s Knee Airbag .................................. 50
Driving ...................................................... 307
Braking ................................................... 354
Cold Weather ......................................... 414
Cruise Control ........................................ 340
Dual Clutch Transmission ........................ 323
Shifting Gear .......................................... 324
Turning on the Power ............................. 319
Driving Position Memory System ............ 138
Dual Clutch Transmission ........................ 323
Creeping................................................. 323
Fluids .............................................. 397, 467
Kickdown ............................................... 323
Operating the Shift Button ................ 23, 326
Shifting ................................................... 324
Dust and Pollen Filters ............................. 417
E
Elapsed Time............................................ 101
Electric Parking Brake .............................. 354
Indicator ................................................... 71 Electric Parking Brake System
Indicator ............................................ 71, 452
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator ............................................ 78, 451
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 343
Emergency ................................................ 460
Emergency Hatch Opener ........................ 121
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 471
Energy Efficiency ........................................ 12
Engine ....................................................... 468
Coolant ........................................... 394, 467
Jump Starting .......................................... 446
Oil ................................................... 388, 467
Engine Compartment Cover .................... 387
Engine Coolant ......................................... 394
Adding the Coolant ................................. 395
Checking the Coolant .............................. 394
Overheating ............................................ 448
Engine Oil
Adding .................................................... 392
Changing ................................................ 393
Checking ................................................. 389
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 378
Low Oil Level Symbol ............................... 454
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .......................... 70
Recommended Engine Oil ........................ 388
Temperature Gauge .................................. 97
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ........ 78
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 67
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 420
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 142
F
Features.................................................... 159
Filters Dust and Pollen ....................................... 417
Oil ........................................................... 393
Flat Tire ..................................................... 431
Floor Mats ................................................. 419
Fluids
Brake .............................................. 398, 467
Dual Clutch Transmission ................ 397, 467
Engine Coolant ............................... 394, 467
Inverter Coolant .............................. 396, 467
Twin Motor Unit.............................. 397, 467
Windshield Washer ......................... 398, 466
FM Radio ................................................... 186
Foot Brake ................................................ 356
Front Airbags (SRS) ..................................... 46
Fuel ...................................................... 25, 368
Economy ................................................. 370
Gauge ....................................................... 95
Instant Fuel Economy .............................. 101
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 77
Range ..................................................... 101
Refueling................................................. 368
Requirement ................................... 368, 466
Fuel Economy ........................................... 370
Fuel Fill Door ...................................... 25, 369
Fuses .......................................................... 455
Inspecting and Changing......................... 459
Locations................................. 455, 457, 458
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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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