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Quick Reference Guide
Instrument Panel (P 69)
System Indicators
Malfunction Indicator
Lamp
Low Oil Pressure
Indicator
12-Volt Battery Charging
System Indicator
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS ) Indicator
Vehicle Stability
Assist TM
(VSA ®) System
Indicator
VSA ® OFF Indicator
Electric Power Steering
(EPS) System Indicator
Lights Indicators
Lights On Indicator
High Beam Indicator
Immobilizer System
Indicator
Seat Belt Reminder
Indicator
System Indicators
System Message
Indicator Brake System
Indicator (Red)
Supplemental
Restraint System
Indicator
Low Fuel Indicator
Gauges
(P 95)/Driver Information Interface (P 98)/System Indicators (P 70)
Low Tire Pressure/
TPMS Indicator Turn Signal and
Hazard Warning
Indicators
Keyless Access System
Indicator
High Voltage Battery
Charge Level Gauge
Security System
Alarm Indicator
Fuel Gauge
Tachometer
Driver Information Interface Speedometer
Gear Position Indicator Gear Selection Indicator
Electric Parking Brake
System Indicator
Electric Parking Brake
Indicator
Automatic Brake Hold
System Indicator
Brake System
Indicator (Amber)
System Indicators
Automatic Brake Hold
IndicatorU.S.
Canada
U.S.
Canada
U.S.
Canada
U.S.
Canada
READY Indicator
POWER SYSTEM
Indicator
Temperature Gauge ASSIST
/CHARGE Gauge
U.S.
Canada Active Damper System
Indicator
Brake Wear Indicator
* CRUISE MAIN

Indicator
CRUISE CONTROL
Indicator
Engine Oil Temperature
Gauge
Integrated Dynamics System
Mode
SH-AWD ® Temperature
Gauge
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uuIndicatorsuDriver Information Interface Warning and Information Messages
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Instrument Panel
MessageConditionExplanation
•Appears when you close the door with the power mode
in ON without the keyless access remote inside the
vehicle.•Disappears when you bring the keyless access remote
back inside the vehicle and close the door.
2Keyless Access Remote Reminder P. 129
•Appears when the keyless access remote battery
becomes weak.• Replace the battery as soon as possible.
2Replacing the Button Battery P. 418
•Appears if the keyless access remote battery is too weak
to turn on the power system or the key is not within
operating range to turn on the power system.
A beeper sounds six times.• Bring the keyless access remote in front of the ENGINE
START/STOP button to be touched with.
2 If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is Weak P. 446
•Appears three seconds after you bring the keyless
access remote in front of the ENGINE START/STOP
button when To Start, Hold Remote Near Start
Button appears. To Start Engine: Brake + Push
appears sequentially.• Unless you bring the keyless access remote in front of the ENGINE START/STOP button, this message does
not appear. 2If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is Weak P. 446
•Appears when you set the power mode to ACCESSORY or ON.
2 Turning on the Power P. 321
•Appears if you press the ENGINE START/STOP button
while the vehicle is moving.• The message will disappear after six seconds or when
the power mode is set to VEHICLE OFF.
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Controls
Locking and Unlocking the Doors
Key
This vehicle comes with the following key:
Use the keyless access remote to turn on and
off the power system, to lock and unlock the
doors and to open the hatch.
The built-in key can be used to lock or unlock
the doors when the keyless access remote
battery becomes weak and the power door
lock/unlock operation is disabled.
To remove the built-in key, slide the release
knob and then pull out the key. To reinstall
the built-in key, push the built-in key into the
keyless access remote until it clicks.
1Key
All the keys have an immobilizer system. The
immobilizer system helps to protect against vehicle
theft.
2 Immobilizer System P. 122
Follow the advice below to prevent damage to the
keys:
• Do not leave the keys in direct sunlight, or in
locations with high temperature or high humidity.
• Do not drop the keys or set heavy objects on them.
• Keep the keys away from liquids, dust and sand.
• Do not take the keys apart except for replacing the
battery.
If the circuits in the keys are damaged, the power
system may not activate, and the keyless access
system may not work.
If the keys do not work properly, have them
inspected by an authorized Acura NSX dealer.
■Built-in Key
Built-in Key Release Knob
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uuLocking and Unlocking the DoorsuLow Keyless Access Remote Signal Strength
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Controls
Contains a number that you will need if you
purchase a replacement key.
Low Keyless Access Remo te Signal Strength
The vehicle transmits radio waves to loca te the keyless access remote when locking/
unlocking the doors, opening the hatch, or to activate the power system.
In the following cases, locking/unlocking the doors, opening the hatch, or activating
the power system may be inhibited or operation may be unstable: • Strong radio waves are being tra nsmitted by nearby equipment.
• You are carrying the keyless access remote together with telecommunications
equipment, laptop computers, ce ll phones, or wireless devices.
• A metallic object is touching or co vering the keyless access remote.
■Key Number Tag1Key Number Tag
Keep the key number tag separate from the key in a safe place outside of your vehicle.
If you wish to purchase an additional key, contact an
authorized Acura NSX dealer.
If you lose your key and you cannot activate the power system, contact an authorized Acura NSX
dealer.
1Low Keyless Access Remote Signal Strength
Communication between the keyless access remote
and the vehicle consumes th e keyless access remote’s
battery.
Battery life is about two years, but this varies
depending on re gularity of use.
The battery is consumed whenever the keyless access
remote is receivi ng strong radio wave s. Avoid placing
it near electrical appliances such as televisions and
personal computers.
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uuSecurity SystemuSecurity System Alarm
Controls
■Setting the security system alarm
The security system alarm automatically sets when the following conditions have
been met: • The power mode is set to VEHICLE OFF.
• The hood and hatch are closed.
• Both doors are locked from outside with the key, remote transmitter or keyless
access system.
■ When the security system alarm sets
The security system indicator in the in strument panel blinks. When the blinking
interval changes after about 15 seconds, the security system is set. ■ To cancel the security system alarm
The security system is canc eled when the vehicle is unlocked using the remote
transmitter, keyless access system, or when the power mode is set to ON. The
security system indicator go es off at the same time.1Security System Alarm
Do not set the security system alarm when someone
is in the vehicle or a window is open. The system can
accidentally activate when: • The door is unlocked with the lock tab.
• The hatch is opened with the hatch release button
on the driver’s door or wi th the emergency hatch
opener.
• The gear position is shifted out of
(P .
• The hood is opened with the hood release.
If the 12-volt battery goes dead after you have set the
security system alarm, the security alarm may go off
once the 12-volt battery is recharged or replaced.
If this occurs, deactivate the security system alarm by
unlocking a door using the remote transmitter or
keyless access system.
Do not alter the system or add other devices to it.
Doing so may damage the system and make your
vehicle inoperable.
Do not open the hatch with the key unless it is an
emergency.
Opening the hatch with th e key will trigger the
security system. 2 When You Cannot Open the Hatch P. 464
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Controls
Operating the Switches
Around the Steering Wheel
ENGINE START/STOP Button
■Changing the Power Mode1ENGINE START/STOP Button
ENGINE START/STOP Button Operating Range
You can start the power system when the keyless
access remote is inside the vehicle.
The power system may also start if the keyless access
remote is close to the door or window, even if it is
outside the vehicle.
If the battery of the keyless access remote is getting
low, the power system may not start when you push
the ENGINE START/STOP button. If the power
system does not start, re fer to the following link.
2 If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is Weak P. 446
Do not leave the power mode in ACCESSORY or ON
when you get out.
Operating RangeVEHICLE OFF (LOCK)
The button is off.
The power to all electrical components is turned off.
Press the button. Without pressing
the brake pedal ACCESSORY
The button blinks (in red).
Operate the audio system and other accessories in this position. ON
The button blinks (in red).
All electrical components can be used.
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uuWhen DrivinguTurning on the Power
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Driving
3. Press the ENGINE START/STOP button
without depressing the accelerator pedal.
uThe Ready To Drive message appears
on the driver information interface.
uWhen the ambient temperature is
extremely low, the ve hicle does not move
until certain conditions are met.
A warning message appears instead of
Ready To Drive .
2 Driver Information Interface
Warning and Information Messages
P. 90
uIf the High Voltage battery is fully ch arged, the gasoline engine may not start.
uThe gasoline engine starts either accordi ng to the temperature of the engine or
when the High Voltage batte ry charge level is low.
uRegardless of the High Voltage battery char ge level, the gasoline engine always
starts.
uGasoline engine starts with a louder sound than QUIET mode.
When engine temperature or High Volt age battery temperature are low, or
when High Voltage battery charge level is low, gasoline engine starts at the
same sound level as QUIET mode.
You can turn the power system off when the vehicle is completely stopped.
1. Select
(P .
2. Press the ENGINE START/STOP button.
1Turning on the Power
The immobilizer system pr otects your vehicle from
theft. If an improperly code d key (or other device) is
used, the power system does not activate.
2 Immobilizer System P. 122
Bring the keyless access remote close to the ENGINE
START/STOP button if the batte ry in the keyless
access remote is weak.
2 If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is Weak P. 446
The power system may not activate if the keyless
access remote is subjecte d to strong radio waves.
Do not hold the ENGINE START/STOP button to
start the power system. If the power system does not start, wait at least 30
seconds before trying again.
You can set the Integrated Dynamics System mode to
be selected when you set the power mode to ON.
2 Customized Features P. 244
■Stopping the Power System
When the Integrated Dynamics System is in QUIET mode
When the Integrated Dynamics System is in SPORT mode
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Maintenance
Remote Transmitter Care
Replacing the Button Battery
If the indicator does not come on when th e button is pressed, replace the battery.
1. Remove the built-in key.
2. Remove the upper half of the cover by
carefully prying on the edge with a coin.
uRemove carefully to avoid losing the buttons.
uWrap a coin with a cloth to prevent
scratching the keyle ss access remote.
3. Make sure to replace the battery with the
correct polarity.
1Replacing the Button Battery
NOTICE
An improperly disposed of battery can damage the
environment. Always conf irm local regulations for
battery disposal.
Replacement batteries are commercially available or
at an authorized Acura NSX dealer.
3WARNING
CHEMICAL BURN HAZARD
The battery that powers the remote
transmitter can cause severe internal burns
and can even lead to death if swallowed.
Keep new and used batteries away from
children.
If you suspect that a child has swallowed
the battery, seek medical attention
immediately.
Battery type: CR2032
Battery
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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.
uMake sure the keyless access remote is in its operating range.
2 ENGINE START/STOP Button Operating Range P. 127
2If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is
Weak P. 446
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. 2If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks
along with the Warning Message P. 456
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. 2Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 461
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 vehicle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle to jump start it.
2 Jump Starting P. 448
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uuPower System Won’t StartuIf the Keyless Access Remote Battery is Weak
Handling the Unexpected
If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is Weak
If the beeper sounds, the ENGINE START/STOP button flashes, and the READY
indicator does not come on. The To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message appears on the driver
information interface.
Turn on the power system as follows. 1.Touch the center of the ENGINE START/
STOP button with the A logo on the keyless
access remote while the ENGINE START/
STOP button is flashing. The buttons on
the keyless access remo te should be facing
you.
uThe ENGINE START/STOP button
flashes for about 30 seconds.
2. Depress the brake pedal and press the
ENGINE START/STOP button within 10
seconds after the beeper sounds and the
ENGINE START/STOP button changes
from flashing to on.
uIf you don’t depress the pedal, the mode
will change to ACCESSORY.
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