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Features
*1:Default SettingSetup
Group Customizable Features Description Selectable Settings
Vehicle
Driving
Position
Setup
*Easy Entry/Exit
Moves the seat rearward when you get in/get out
of the vehicle. Changes the setting for this feature.
On
*1
/Off
Memory Position LinkTurns the driving position memory system on and
off.On *1
/Off
Keyless
Access
Setup
Door Unlock ModeChanges which doors unlock when you grab the
driver’s door handle.Driver Door Only *1
/
All Doors
Keyless Access Light FlashCauses some exterior lights to flash when you
unlock/lock the doors.On *1
/Off
Keyless Access BeepCauses the beeper to sound when you unlock/
lock the doors.On *1
/Off
Lighting
Setup
Interior Light Dimming
TimeChanges the length of time the interior lights stay
on after you close the doors.60 sec /30 sec *1
/15 sec
Headlight Auto Off TimerChanges the length of time the exterior lights
stay on after you clos e the driver’s door.60 sec/30 sec /15
sec *1
/0 sec
Auto Interior Illumination
SensitivityChanges the sensitivity of the brightness of the
instrument panel when the headlight switch is in the AUTO position.Min/Low /Mid *1
/High /
Max
* Not available on all models
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Features
*1:Default SettingSetup
Group Customizable Features Desc
ription Selectable Settings
Vehicle
Lighting
Setup
Auto Headlight On with
Wiper OnChanges the settings for the wiper operation
when the headlights auto matically come on while
the headlight switch is in the AUTO position.
On*1
/Off
Auto Light Sensitivity *Changes the level of ambient light that causes
the headlights to come on in
AUTO position.Max/High /Mid *1
/
Low /Min
Door
Setup
Auto Door LockUsed to change the se tting for when the doors
automatically lock.With Vehicle Speed *1
/Shift from P /
Off
Auto Door UnlockChanges the setting for when the doors unlock
automatically.
All Doors with
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Features
HomeLink® Universal Transceiver
The HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver can be pr ogrammed to operate up to three
remote controlled devices around your hom e, such as garage doors, lighting, or
home security systems.
Refer to the safety information that came wi th your garage door opener to test that
the safety features are functioning prope rly. If you do not have the safety
information, contact the manufacturer.
Before programming HomeLink, make sure th at people and objects are out of the
way of the garage or gate to prevent potential injury or damage.
When programming a garage door opener, pa rk just outside the garage door’s path.
■Important Safety Precautions
1HomeLink® Universal Transceiver
Before programming HomeLi nk to operate a garage
door opener, confirm that th e opener has an external
entrapment protection system , such as an “electronic
eye,” or other safety and reverse stop features. If it does not, HomeLink may not be able to operate it.
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Features
Your subscribed telematics
service provider can track your vehicle’s location,
remotely lock or unlock doors, and help you find your vehicle.
To use these features, you need your us er ID and personal identification number
(PIN). ■ Stolen vehicle tracking
This feature searches and tracks down your ve hicle position even if it is on the move.
If you believe that your vehicle has been stolen, contact the police as well as the
provider. Tracking requests must be initiated by the police. ■ Remote door lock/unlock
The provider can remotely lock or unlock doors upon your request. ■ Vehicle finder
This feature is convenient to use when trying to locate yo ur vehicle in large areas,
such as a crowded parking lot. If you cannot locate your vehicle after using the
remote transmitter’s answerback function, you can contact the provider which can
then flash your vehicle’s exterior lights and sound the horn. ■ Security alarm notification
If the security system in your vehicle detects an abnormal condition, such as
someone tampering with the lock on your vehicle, the provider notifies you by email or SMS.
■Security Features1Security Features
The contact information of your provider, your user
ID and PIN will be given when you subscribe to
AcuraLink. If you forget any of the above, contact an
authorized Acura NSX dealer, or go to
owners.acura.com (in U.S.) or www.acura.ca (in
Canada).
You can also activate the remote door lock/unlock
and vehicle finder features from the Internet or using
your smartphone app. Ask an authorized Acura NSX
dealer, or visit owners.acura.com (in U.S.) or
www.acura.ca (in Canada) for details.
1Vehicle finder
The lights will stop flas hing and horn will stop
sounding under the foll owing conditions:
• When 30 seconds have elapsed.
• You unlock the doors using the remote transmitter.
• You unlock the doors using the keyless access system.
• You unlock the doors us ing the built-in key.
• The power mode is set to ACCESSORY or ON.
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Driving
Before Driving
Driving Preparation
Check the following items before you start driving.
• Make sure there are no obstructions on the windows, door mirrors, exterior
lights, or other parts of the vehicle.
uRemove any frost, snow, or ice.
uRemove any snow on the roof, as this can slip down and obstruct your field of
vision while driving. If frozen solid , remove ice once it has softened.
uWhen removing ice from around the wheels, be sure not to damage the wheel
or wheel components.
• Make sure the hood is securely closed.
uIf the hood opens while driving, your front view will be blocked.
• Make sure the tires are in good condition.
uCheck air pressures, and check for damage and excessive wear.
2 Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 407
• Make sure there are no people or ob jects behind or around the vehicle.
uThere are blind spots from the inside.
• Check the front bumper ducts and side intercooler ducts for mud, leaves, and
road debris that could build up and prevent proper cooling performance.
■Exterior Checks1Exterior Checks
NOTICE
When doors are frozen s hut, use warm water around
the door edges to melt any ice. Do not try to force
them open, as this can damage the rubber trim
around the doors. When done, wipe dry to avoid further freezing.
Do not pour warm water into the key cylinder.
You will be unable to insert the key if the water
freezes in the hole.
Heat from the engine and exhaust can ignite
flammable materials left und er the hatch, causing a
fire. If you’ve parked y our vehicle for an extended
period, inspect and remove any debris that may have
collected, such as dried grass and leaves that have
fallen or have been carried in for use as a nest by a
small animal.
Also check under the hatch for leftover flammable
materials after you or so meone else has performed
maintenance on your vehicle.
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uuBefore DrivinguDriving Preparation
Driving
•Store or secure all items on board properly.
uCarrying too much cargo, or improperly storing it, can affect your vehicle’s
handling, stability, sto pping distance, and tires, and make it unsafe.
2 Maximum Load Limit P. 313
• Do not pile items higher than the seat height.
uThey can block your view and may be thrown forward in the event of sudden
braking.
• Do not place anything in the seat footwe lls. Make sure to secure the floor mat.
uAn object or unsecured floor mat can interfere with your brake and accelerator
pedal operation while driving.
• If you have any animals on board, do not let them move around in the vehicle.
uThey may interfere with driving and a crash could occur.
• Securely close and lock both doors and the hatch.
2 Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside P. 115
• Adjust your seating position properly.
2 Adjusting the Seats P. 144
• Adjust the mirrors and steering wheel properly.
uAdjust them while sitting in the proper driving position.
2 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 141
2 Adjusting the Steering Wheel P. 140
■Interior Checks1Interior Checks
The headlight aim is set by the factory, and does not
need to be adjusted. Howeve r, if you regularly carry
heavy items in the trunk ha ve the aiming readjusted
at an authorized Acura NS X dealer or by a qualified
technician.
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Driving
When Driving
Turning on the Power
1.Make sure the parkin g brake is applied.
uThe electric parking brake indicator
comes on for 15 seconds when you pull
up the electric parking brake switch.
2. Depress the brake pedal.
1Turning on the Power
Keep your foot firmly on the brake pedal when
starting the power system.
The engine is harder to st art in cold weather and in
thinner air found at altit udes above 8,000 feet (2,400
meters).
When turning on the power system in cold weather,
turn off all electrical accessories such as the lights, climate control system, and rear defogger in order to
reduce 12-volt battery drain.
If the exhaust system sounds abnormal or you can
smell exhaust gas inside the vehicle, have your vehicle
checked by an authorized Acura NSX dealer. There
may be a problem with the engine or exhaust system.
Electric Parking
Brake Switch
Brake Pedal
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Driving
■Shift Operation1Shift Operation
NOTICE
Before you change to (R and vice versa, come
to a complete stop and keep the brake pedal
depressed.
Operating the shift button before the vehicle has
come to a complete standstill may damage the
transmission.
Use the gear position indicator and the shift button
indicator to check the gear position before selecting
a shift button.
If the indicator of the currently selected gear position, or all gear position in dicators, are blinking
simultaneously, there is a problem with the
transmission.
Avoid sudden acceleration and have the transmission
checked by an authorized Acura NSX dealer as soon
as possible.
The fuel supply may be cut of f if you drive at engine
speeds in or over the tac hometer’s red zone (engine
speed limit). If this happe ns, you may experience a
slight jolt.
When the engine speed is increased while the
transmission is in
(N , (P or (R, the fuel supply may
be cut off even without the engine speed entering
the tachometer’s red zone.
The beeper sounds once when you change to
(R .
D/M
Gear Position Indicator
Tachometer’s red zone
Press the (P
button.
Press back the (R button.
Press the
(N button.
Press the button.
Each time you press the
button, the mode switches between
D (drive) and M (manual) mode.
D/M
D/M
Shift Button
Indicator Gear Selection Indicator
Gear Position Indicator
Gear Selection Indicator
Gear Position Indicator
Gear Selection IndicatorEV
D (Drive)
D-Paddle
M (Manual)
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Driving
■Sequential Mode Operation1Sequential Mode Operation
Each paddle shift operation makes a single gear change.
To change gears continuously, release the paddle
shifter before pulling it again for the next gear.
If the sequential mode gear selection indicator blinks
when you try to shift up or down, this means your
vehicle speed is not in its allowable gear range.
Slightly accelerate to shift up and decelerate to shift
down while the indi cator is blinking.
In Manual mode, to pr ioritize the engine
performance enhancement, the transmission may
not allow for shifting up while the engine speed is
low.
Downshifting when pulling
the paddle shifter.
(Changes to a lower gear)Upshifting when pulling
the paddle shifter.
(Changes to a higher gear)
Paddle Shifter
(Shift down) Paddle Shifter
(Shift up)
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uuWhen DrivinguAgile Handling Assist
Driving
Agile Handling Assist
Lightly brakes each of the front and rear wheels, as needed, when you turn the
steering wheel, and helps support the vehicle’s stability and performance during
cornering.
1Agile Handling Assist
The agile handling assist ca nnot enhance stability in
all driving situations. You still need to drive and corner at speeds appropriate for the conditions and
always leave a sufficient margin of safety.
When the VSA ® system indicator comes on and stays
on while driving, the agil e handling assist does not
activate.
You may hear a sound coming from the front of the car while the agile handling assi st is activated. This is
normal.
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