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uuWhen DrivinguDual 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
1Precautions 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
1Dual Clutch Transmission
The DCT will not operate when it is extremely cold. If the vehicle has been park ed 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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uuWhen DrivinguIntegrated Dynamics System
Driving
CategoryQUIET SPORT SPORT+ TRACK
Powertrain Control
Powertrain
Start-upEV operation is
prioritized, starts
quietly.Powerful start-up sound.
Powertrain
SoundMinimum sound for
quiet driving.Balanced sound for city
and highway use.Emotional sound for
increased feedback.Maximum sound for
driving on race track
with helmet on.
Hybrid Battery ManagementEfficiency and smooth
quiet operation are
prioritized.Balanced management
for response and
efficiency.Maximum electric assist
for acceleration.Battery charge is
managed to give
consistent lap time
during track use.
Hybrid Battery A/C
CoolingBattery A/C cooling is
not used in this mode.Battery A/C cooling is active however cabin
cooling is prioritized.Battery A/C cooling is
active and may compromise cabin
cooling.
EV OperationAvailableAvailableNot availableNot available
Driving Force CharacterEase of force modulation for
comfortable operation.Balanced tuning of
drive force request for
all driving scenarios.Maximum response.Linear response for
ease of cornering line control.
DCT Shift Map/
ResponseComfortable/low engine speed priority.Balanced tuning for all
driving scenarios.Quick downshifts on request, lower gears
are held for maximum
response.Gears are held to
maximize performance
on track. Shifts are very fast.
SH-AWD®Quiet and comfortable
operation.Balanced setting for
secure every day use in
any condition.Traction and response
are prioritized for
performance on
winding roads.Settings are optimized
for dry surface, high
cornering load with
neutral handling attitude.
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uuWhen DrivinguIntegrated Dynamics System
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Driving
SPORT+ mode optimizes dynamic response
from all powertrain an d chassis systems -
perfect for your favorite winding road. • EV operation is elimin ated while operating
in SPORT+ .
TRACK mode gives maximum, consistent
performance from dyna mic systems during
track day lapping sessions. Hybrid battery
charge is maintained for consistent performance. • VSA ® OFF indicator is illuminated in TRACK
mode indicating reduced stability control.
This allows more body side slip and wheel
spin before VSA ® begins to operate.
• Integrated Dynamics switch must be turned
and held to the right for several seconds to
engage TRACK mode.
■SPORT+ Mode
■TRACK Mode1TRACK Mode Before choosing the TRACK mode, carefully read the
information about high performance driving.
2 High-Performance Driving P. 315
During TRACK mode, the climate control system may
weaken its function to pr ioritize cooling the High
Voltage battery.
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uuWhen DrivinguLaunch Control
Continued
Driving
Launch Control
Your vehicle controls the engine and transmission response to maximize
acceleration from standstill.1.Use the Integrated Dynamics System mode
switch to set the Integrated Dynamics
System mode to TRACK.
2 Integrated Dynamics System P. 336
2. Depress the brake pedal firmly and change
the gear position to .
3. Release the parking brake.
1Launch Control
Do not use this system when driving on wet or
slippery surfaces as you may lose control of the
vehicle.
The system puts a tremend ous load on the engine
and transmission. Frequent use of this system may
lead to reduced vehicle life.
The system does not function when: • VSA ® is off.
• The vehicle is not at standstill.
• The gear position is not in .
• A gear other than 1st gear is selected when the
system is in manual mode.
• The parking brake is applied.
• The vehicle is facing uphill or downhill on a steep
slope.
• The transmission temperatur e is too cold or too
hot.
• There is a problem with a vehicle system.
3WARNING
Using this system on public roads that are
used by other vehicles and pedestrians can
result in a collision involving serious injury
or death.
D/M
D/M
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uuWhen DrivinguVehicle Stability AssistTM
(VSA ®), aka Electronic Stability Control (ESC), System
Driving
Vehicle Stability Assist TM
(VSA ®), aka Electronic
Stability Control (ESC), System VSA ® helps to stabilize the vehicle during cornering if the vehicle turns more or less
than what was intended. It also assists in maintaining traction on slippery surfaces.
It does so by regulating engine and motor output and selectively applying the brakes.
When VSA® activates, you may notice that the
engine and motor do not respond to the
accelerator. You may also notice some noise
from the hydraulic system . You will also see
the indicator blink.
■VSA ® Operation
1Vehicle Stability Assist TM
(VSA ®), aka Electronic Stability Control
(ESC), System
VSA ® may not function properly if tire type and size
are mixed. Make sure to use the same size and type of tire, and the air pr essures as specified.
2 Tire and Wheel Replacement P. 413
When the VSA ® system indicator comes on and stays
on while driving, there ma y be a problem with the
system. While this may not interfere with normal
driving, have your vehicle checked by an authorized
Acura NSX dealer immediately.
VSA ® cannot enhance stability in all driving situations
and does not control the en tire braking system. You
still need to drive and corner at speeds appropriate
for the conditions and always leave a sufficient
margin of safety.
The main function of the VSA ® system is generally
known as Electronic Stab ility Control (ESC). The
system also includes a traction control function.
VSA® System
Indicator
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uuWhen DrivinguSPORT HYBRID Super Handling All-Wheel-DriveTM
(SPORT HYBRID SH-AWD ®)
Driving
SPORT HYBRID Super Handling All-Wheel-Drive TM

(SPORT HYBRID SH-AWD ®)
The system controls and transfers varying amounts of motor and/or engine torque
to each wheel in accordance with the driving conditions.
SPORT HYBRID SH-AWD ® helps to enhance driving stability, and lets you handle
situations like slippery surf aces better than when drivi ng with standard two wheel
drive. However, the system does not help to enhance braking. Be cautious about the
following:• It is still your responsibility to drive sa fely when you steer, accelerate, and apply
brakes.
• Leave a sufficient margin when braking on slippery surfaces.1SPORT HYBRID Super Handling All-Wheel-Drive TM
(SPORT
HYBRID SH-AWD ®)
Do not drive through deep water.
The SPORT HYBRID SH-AWD ® system may not
function properly if tire type and size are mixed.
Make sure to use the same size and type of tire, and
the air pressures as specified.
2 Tire and Wheel Replacement P. 413
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uuWhen DrivinguTire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) - Required Federal Explanation
Driving
Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire
maintenance, and it is the driver ’s responsibility to maintain
correct tire pressure, even if un der-inflation has not reached the
level to trigger illumination of th e TPMS low tire pressure telltale.
Your vehicle has also been equi pped with a TPMS malfunction
indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly.
The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire
pressure telltale. When the syst em detects a malfunction, the
telltale will flash fo r approximately one minute and then remain
continuously illumina ted. This sequence will continue upon
subsequent vehicle start-ups as long as the malfunction exists.
When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the system may
not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended.
TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons, including
the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the
vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly.
Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or
more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the
replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to
continue to function properly.
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood and HatchuOil Check
Continued
Maintenance
Oil Check
We recommend that you check the engine oil level every time you refuel.
1. Bring up the Oil Level Check Assist
display on the driver information interface. 2 Driver Information Interface P. 98
2. Warm up the engine until all the bars in the Warm Up gauge light up.
3. When the bars turn green, park the
vehicle on level ground and select
(P .
4. Allow the engine to continue idling until
all the bars in the Idle Time gauge in the
engine Oil Level Check Assist display
light up.
uDo not depress the accelerator pedal
while the engine is idling, as this will
reset the Idle Time .
1Oil Check
NOTICE
Do not open a door or the hatch before the Ready
To Check Oil Level message appears.
If a door or the hatch is open, the corresponding
warning message will be given priority, and the Oil
Level Check Assist will not be displayed.
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uuChecking and Maintaining TiresuDOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)
Maintenance
The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, and C.
Those grades represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement
as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asph alt and concrete. A tire marked
C may have poor traction performance.
The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C,
representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its
ability to dissipate heat when te sted under controlled conditions
on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high
temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and
reduce tire life, and ex cessive temperature can lead to sudden tire
failure. The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which
all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle
Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher levels
of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum
required by law.
■Traction
■Temperature
1Traction
Warning: The traction grade
assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests,
and does not include acceleration,
cornering, hydroplaning, or peak
traction characteristics.
1TemperatureWarning: The temperature grade for
this tire is establishe d for a tire that is
properly inflated and not
overloaded. Excessive speed,
underinflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in combination,
can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure.
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uuCleaninguExterior Care
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Maintenance
The inside lenses of exterior lights (headli ghts, brake lights, etc.) may fog temporarily
if you have driven in the rain. Dew condensation also may build up inside the lenses
when there is a significant enough differe nce between the ambient and inside lens
temperatures (similar to vehicle windows fogging up in rainy conditions). These
conditions are natural processes, not stru ctural design problems in the exterior
lights.
Lens design characteristics may result in mo isture developing on the light lens frame
surfaces. This also is not a malfunction.
However, if you see large amounts of wa ter accumulation, or large water drops
building up inside the lenses, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Acura NSX dealer.
Keep brake pads and rotors free of substances that are either abrasive or oil based,
as these substances can re duce brake system performance.
NSX brake pads and disks have a high meta llic content. Under certain conditions
these pad and disks may rust to varying degrees, which may cause a clunk noise or
rubbing sound if parked when brakes become wet. This is normal for brakes with
high friction pads and it does not affect operation of the brakes.
To prevent the iron contained in the brake pa ds and rotors from rusting and sticking,
brakes should be dried before parking the ve hicle after driving on wet roads or after
washing the vehicle (especially before long -term storage). To dry the brake pads and
rotors, drive the vehicle at a low sp eed and apply the brakes several times.
By regularly applying strong pressure to the brakes, you can reduce corrosion
buildup on the brake pads and rotors.
■Fogged Exterior Light Lenses
■Cast Iron Brakes *
1Brake Maintenance
Brake maintenance require
s specialized knowledge.
We recommend maintenance to be carried out by an
authorized Acura NSX dealer.
1Maintenance of Brake Surfaces Brakes can be dried by driv ing on a dry road for few
miles/kilometers, and a pplying the brake pedal
normally, based on traffic and road conditions. These
steps help maintain br ake system performance.
* Not available on all models
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