jump start Acura NSX 2019 Owner's Manual

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. 154
Audio Error Messages P. 221 General Information on the Audio System P. 224
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® P. 268 AcuraLink ®* P. 302
When Driving P. 319 Braking P. 354Parking Your Vehicle P. 361
Refueling P. 368 Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions P. 370
Maintenance Under the Hood and Hatch P. 383 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 399
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 405 12-Volt Battery P. 415 Remote Transmitter Care P. 416
Cleaning P. 418 Accessories and Modifications P. 424 Storage P. 426
Power System Won’t Start P. 443 Jump Starting P. 446
Fuses P. 455 Emergency Towing P. 460 When Y ou Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door P. 461
Refueling P. 463
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 469 Reporting Safety Defects P. 470
Authorized Manuals P. 475 Client Service Information P. 476
Quick Reference GuideP. 4
Safe DrivingP. 31
Instrument PanelP. 69
ControlsP. 103
FeaturesP. 159
DrivingP. 307
MaintenanceP. 373
Handling the UnexpectedP. 429
InformationP. 465
IndexP. 477
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Quick Reference Guide
Handling the Unexpected (P 429)
Flat Tire (P 431)
● Park in a safe location and repair the flat
tire using the temporary tire repair kit.
Indicators Come On
(P 450)
●Identify the indicator and consult the
owner’s manual.
Power System Won’t Start
(P 443)
● If the 12-volt battery is dead, jump start
using a booster battery.
Blown Fuse

(P 455)
● Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating (P 448)
● 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 460)
● Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.
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Driving
Braking
Brake System
Use the parking brake to keep the vehicle stationary when parked. When the
parking brake is applied, you can ma nually or automatically release it.
■To apply
The electric parking brake can be applied any
time the vehicle has battery, no matter which
power mode the vehicle is in.
Pull the electric parkin g brake switch up gently
and securely. u The parking brake indicator comes on.
■To release
The power mode must be in the ON position
to release the electric parking brake.
1. Depress the brake pedal.
2. Press the electric parking brake switch.
u The parking brake indicator goes off.
Manually releasing the parking brake using
the switch helps your ve hicle start slowly and
smoothly when facing downhill on steep hills.
■Parking Brake1 Brake System
When you depress the brak e pedal, you may hear a
whirring sound from the engine compartment. This is
because the brake system is in operation, and it is
normal.
1 Parking Brake
You may hear the electric parking brake system
motor operating from the re ar wheel area when you
apply or release the parking brake.
You cannot apply or release the parking brake if the
12-volt battery goes dead. 2 Jump Starting P. 446
If you pull up and hold the electric parking brake
switch while driving, the brakes on all four
wheels are applied by the electric servo brake
system until the vehicle comes to a stop. The
electric parking brake then applies, and the
switch should be released .
Electric Parking
Brake Switch
Electric Parking
Brake Switch
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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 430
If a Tire Goes Flat Temporarily Repairi ng a Flat Tire....... 431
Handling of the Jack ........................ 442
Power System Won’t Start Checking the Procedure ................... 443
If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is Weak ............................................. 444
Emergency Power System Off........... 445
Jump Starting .................................... 446
Overheating How to Handle Overheating ............. 448 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the 12-Volt Battery Charging System Indicator Comes On ....................... 450
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ................................... 450
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On ................................................. 451
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator Comes On ....................... 451
If the Electric Parking Brake System Indicator Comes On ....................... 452 If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator
Comes On or Blinks ....................... 453
If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along with the Warning Message... 454
If the Low Oil Level Symbol Appears.....454Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 455
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 459
Emergency Towing ........................... 460
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door ................................................. 461
When You Cannot Open the Hatch.....462RefuelingRefueling from a Portable Fuel Container .... 463
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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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uuJump Starting u
Handling the Unexpected
6.Connect the other end of the second
jumper cable to the front frame as shown.
Do not connect this jumper cable to any
other part.
7. If your vehicle is connected to another
vehicle, start the assisting vehicle’s engine
and increase its rpm slightly.
8. Attempt to start your ve hicle’s engine. If it
turns over slowly, check that the jumper
cables have good metal-to-metal contact.
Once your vehicle’s engine has started, re move the jumper cables in the following
order.
1. Disconnect the jumper cable from your vehicle’s ground.
2. Disconnect the other end of the jumper cable from the booster battery -
terminal.
3. Disconnect the jumper cable from your vehicle’s 12-volt battery + terminal.
4. Disconnect the other end of the jumper cable from the booster battery +
terminal.
Have your vehicle inspected by a nearby service station or an authorized Acura NSX
dealer.
■What to Do After the Engine Starts
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Index
477
Index
Index
Numbers
12-Volt Battery Charging System Indicator ................................................... 75
A
AAC........................................................... 206
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) .................. 359
Accessories and Modifications ................ 424
Accessory Power Socket ........................... 152
Active Damper System Indicator ............... 74
AcuraLink ................................................. 302
Adding the Coolant ................................. 395
Additives Coolant .......................................... 394, 396
Washer ................................................... 398
Adjusting Mirrors.................................................... 141
Seats....................................................... 144
Steering Wheel ....................................... 140
Temperature ........................................... 100
Agile Handling Assist System .................. 347
Air Conditioning System (Climate Control System) .................................................... 154
Changing the Mode................................ 155
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ...................................... 156, 157
Dust and Pollen Filters ............................. 417
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode................... 155
Sensors ................................................... 158
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 154 Air Pressure
....................................... 406, 467
Airbags ........................................................ 43
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 49
Airbag Care ............................................... 57
Driver’s Knee Airbag .................................. 50
Event Data Recorder .................................... 0
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 46
Indicator .............................................. 55, 78
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 56
Sensors ...................................................... 43
Side Airbags .............................................. 52
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 54
Android Auto ............................................ 217
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 359
Indicator .................................................... 78
Apple CarPlay ........................................... 214
Audio Remote Controls ............................ 163
Audio System ............................................ 160
Adjusting the Sound ................................ 179
Changing the Home Screen Icon Layout .. 168
Closing Apps ........................................... 178
Error Messages ........................................ 221
General Information ................................ 224
Home Screen ........................................... 171
iPod ......................................................... 197
Limitations for Manua l Operation ............ 181
MP3/WMA/AAC ...................................... 206
Reactivating ............................................. 162
Recommended Devices ............................ 225
Remote Controls ..................................... 163
Security Code .......................................... 162 Selecting an Audio Source ....................... 181
Status Area ............................................. 177
Theft Protection ...................................... 162
USB Flash Drives ...................................... 225
USB Ports ................................................ 161
Wallpaper Setup...................................... 169
Audio/Information Screen ....................... 165
Authorized Manuals ................................ 475
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 118
Auto Engine Stop/Start .............................. 13
Automatic Brake Hold ............................. 357
Indicator............................................ 72, 357
Automatic Brake Hold System Indicator............................................ 72, 357
Automatic Operation (automatic lighting control) .................................................... 132
Average Fuel Economy ............................ 101
Average Speed ......................................... 101
B
Battery
12-Volt.................................................... 415
12-Volt Battery Charging System
Indicator .......................................... 75, 450
Charging (AGM Battery) .......................... 415
High Voltage ........................................... 353
Jump Starting .......................................... 446
Maintenance (Checking the 12-Volt Battery) ................................................. 415
Maintenance (Replacing) ......................... 416
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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
POWER SYSTEM ....................................... 74
READY ...................................................... 74
Seat Belt Reminder.............................. 37, 77
Security System Alarm............................... 82
Supplemental Restraint System ........... 55, 78
System Message ....................................... 80
Transmission System ................................. 76
Turn Signal ............................................... 81
Vehicle Stability Assist® (VSA ®)
System ............................................ 79, 343
VSA ® OFF.......................................... 79, 344
Information .............................................. 465
Instant Fuel Economy .............................. 101
Instrument Panel ........................................ 69
Integrated Dynamics System (IDS) .......... 333
QUIET Mode ........................................... 336
SPORT Mode........................................... 336
SPORT+ Mode ........................................ 337
TRACK Mode .......................................... 337
Interior Lights ........................................... 149
Interior Rearview Mirror ......................... 141
Inverter Coolant ............................... 396, 467
J
Jump Starting........................................... 446
K
Key Number Tag ....................................... 106
Keyless Access System ............................... 107
Keyless Lockout Prevention ..................... 114
Keys ........................................................... 105
Lockout Prevention .................................. 114
Number Tag ............................................ 106
Remote Transmitter ................................. 112
Types and Functions ................................ 105
Kickdown (Dual Clutch Transmission) ..... 323
L
Language (HFL)......................................... 270
Launch Control ......................................... 338
Lights ................................................. 131, 399
Automatic Operation (automatic lighting control).................................................. 132
Bulb Replacement .................................... 399
Daytime Running Lights ........................... 134
High Beam Indicator .................................. 81
Interior .................................................... 149
Light Switches ......................................... 131
Lights On Indicator .................................... 81
Turn Signals ............................................. 130
Load Limits ................................................ 311
Locking/Unlocking .................................... 105
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .................. 118
From Inside .............................................. 115
From Outside ........................................... 107
Keys ........................................................ 105 Using a Key ............................................. 114
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 114
Low Battery Charge (12-Volt) .................. 450
Low Fuel Indicator ...................................... 77
Low Keyless Access Remote Signal
Strength .................................................. 106
Low Oil Level ............................................ 454
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ......................... 70
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 311
Lumbar Support ....................................... 145
M
Maintenance............................................. 373
12-Volt Battery ........................................ 415
Brake Fluid .............................................. 398
Cleaning ................................................. 418
Climate Control System ........................... 417
Coolant ........................................... 394, 396
Cooling System ....................................... 394
Inverter Coolant ...................................... 396
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 377
Oil ........................................................... 389
Precautions ............................................. 374
Remote Transmitter ................................. 416
Replacing Light Bulbs .............................. 399
Safety...................................................... 375
Service Items ........................................... 380
Tires ........................................................ 405
Transmission Fluids .................................. 397
Under the Hood and Hatch ..................... 383
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