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Safe Driving
Exhaust Gas Hazard
Carbon Monoxide Gas
The engine exhaust from this vehicle contains carbon monoxide, a colorless,
odorless, and highly toxic gas. As long as you properly maintain your vehicle, carbon
monoxide gas will not get into the interior. ■ Have the exhaust system in spected for leaks whenever
• The exhaust system is making an unusual noise.
• The exhaust system may have been damaged.
• The vehicle is raised for an oil change.
1Carbon Monoxide Gas
An enclosed area such as a garage can quickly fill up
with carbon monoxide gas.
Do not turn the power system on with the garage door closed. Even when th e garage door is open,
drive out of the garage i mmediately after turning the
power system on.
3WARNING
Carbon monoxide gas is toxic.
Breathing it can cause unconsciousness and
even kill you.
Avoid any enclosed areas or activities that
expose you to carbon monoxide.
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uuGauges and DisplaysuGauges
Instrument Panel
Displays the temperature of the SH-AWD® system.
A : System performance is severely limited
due to extreme operating temperature. Stop
your vehicle in a safe place and contact an authorized Acura NSX dealer.B : System performance is limited due to high
operating temperature.C : System is operating at optimum
performance. D : System performance is limited due to low
operating temperature. E : System is not warm enough for vehicle to
drive.
Displays the temperature of the engine oil when the Integrated Dynamics System is
in SPORT+ mode and TRACK mode.
Since the actual oil temper ature is not measured, the temperature displayed here
may differ from the actual temperature. 2 Integrated Dynamics System P. 336
■SH-AWD® Temperature Gauge1SH-AWD ® Temperature Gauge
If the temperature reaches the red zone, stop your
vehicle in a safe place and allow the system to cool down. After that, change the power mode to
VEHICLE OFF and set the power mode to ON again.
Even though the system has cooled down, the
POWER SYSTEM indicator will stay on. Have your
vehicle inspected by an au thorized Acura NSX dealer.
A
B C D
E
■Engine Oil Temperature Gauge1Engine Oil Temperature Gauge
Driving with the temperat ure gauge pointer in the
upper zone can cause serious engine damage. Pull
safely to the side of th e road and allow engine
temperature to return to normal.
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uuGauges and DisplaysuDriver Information Interface
Instrument Panel
Driver Information Interface
The driver information interface shows the odometer, trip meter, outside
temperature indicator, and other gauges. It also displays important messages such
as warnings and other helpful information.
Roll the right selector wheel to change the display.
■Switching the Display
Right Selector Wheel Engine Oil LifeElapsed Time
Blank Screen
Average Speed
Range
Average Fuel Economy/
Instant Fuel Economy
Tire Pressure for
Each Tire
Turn-by-Turn
Directions*
Oil Level Check Assist Compass
*
* Not available on all models
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uuCustomized Featuresu
Features
*1:Default SettingSetup
Group Customizable Features Description Selectable Settings
Vehicle
Dynamic
Mode
Setup
Scheduler
Changes the Integrated Dynamics System mode
schedule. The vehicle starts in the
QUIET or
SPORT mode according to the selected item or
time schedule.OFF /Always Sport *1
/
Always Quiet /Last
Start /Quiet: 12am-
6am /Quiet: 12am-
8am
Maintenance
InfoResetUsed to reset the engine oil life display when the
maintenance service has been performed.—
DefaultCancels/Resets all customized items in the Vehicle group as default.Yes/No
Smart-
phone Apple CarPlay
Sets up the Apple CarPlay connection. —
Android Auto Sets up the Android Auto connection. —
Default Cancels/Resets all customized items in the
Smartphone
group as default. Yes
/No
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Driving
Parking Your Vehicle
When Stopped 1.Depress the brake pedal firmly.
2. With the brake pedal depressed, pull up th e electric parking brake switch slowly,
but fully.
3. Change the gear position to
(P .
4. Turn off the power system.
uThe electric parking brake indicator goes off in about 15 seconds.
Always confirm the electric parking brake is se t, in particular if you are parked on an
incline.
During Auto Engine Stop, th e gear position changes to
(P and the engine restarts
automatically under the following conditions:
• You unfasten the driver side seat belt and open the door.
1Parking Your Vehicle
Do not park your vehicle near flammable objects,
such as dry grass, oil, or timber.
Heat from the exhaust can cause a fire.
3WARNING
The vehicle can roll aw ay if left unattended
without confirming that Park is engaged.
A vehicle that rolls away could cause a crash
resulting in seriou s injury or death.
Always keep your foot on the brake pedal
until you have confirmed that
(P is shown
on the gear position indicator.
1When Stopped
NOTICE
The following can damage the driveline: • Depressing the accelera tor and brake pedals
simultaneously.
• Changing to
(P before the vehicle stops completely.
When facing uphill, do not hold the vehicle by
depressing the accelerator pedal.
Doing so may cause the power system to overheat
and fail.
In extremely cold temperatures, the parking brake may
freeze up if applied. If such temperatures are expected, do
not apply the parking brake. If parking on a slope, either
turn the steering wheel so one of the front tires will contact
the curb or block the wheels to keep the vehicle from
moving. If you do not take either precaution, the vehicle
may roll unexpectedly, leading to a crash.
When the Integrated Dynamics System mode is in QUIET mode or SPORT mode
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uuMaintenance MinderTMuTo Use Maintenance Minder TM
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 li nes (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 HatchuOil Check
Maintenance
5.When all the bars in the Idle Time gauge
light up, Ready To Check Oil Level
message appears.
6. Change the display in the driver
information interface to any display other
than the Oil Level Check Assist display.
2 Driver Information Interface P. 98
7. Change the power mode to VEHICLE OFF.
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood and HatchuChanging the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
Maintenance
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
You must change the engine oil and oil fi lter regularly in order to maintain the
engine’s lubrication. The engine may be damaged if they are not changed regularly.
Specialized equipment and procedures are required to change the engine oil and oil filter. Have an authorized Ac ura NSX dealer replace them.
Do not attempt to change the engi ne oil and oil filter yourself.
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood and HatchuTransmission Fluids
Maintenance
Transmission Fluids
Have an authorized Acura NSX dealer check 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 fluid 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 using 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 using 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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Maintenance
Storage
Vehicle Storage
If you need to park your vehicle for an extended period (more than one month),
there are several things you should do to prepare it for storage. This helps reduce
possible deterioration of vehicle components and overall condition, which allows
you to get the vehicle back on the road with minimal delay. These are:
• If possible, store your NSX in a garage or enclosed area.
• Fill the fuel tank completely.
• Change the engine oil and filter.
• Wash and dry the exterior completely.
• Clean the interior. Make sure the carpeti ng, floor mats, etc., are completely dry.
• Put the transmission in
(P .
Release the parking brake.
• Leave one window open slightly (if th e vehicle is being stored indoors).
• To maintain the low-voltage 12-volt batte ry, connect it to an accessory battery
charger. For more information on how to maintain your 12-volt battery, consult
an authorized Acura NSX dealer. 2 Checking the 12-Volt Battery P. 417
• If the vehicle is to be stored for a longer period of time, it should be supported on
jack stands to raise the tires off th e ground to prevent tire flat spotting.
2 Handling of the Jack P. 444
• Support the front wiper blade arms with a folded towel or rag so they do not
touch the windshield.
• Cover the vehicle with a “breathable” co ver, one made from a porous material
such as cotton. Nonporous materials (suc h as plastic sheeting) may trap moisture,
which can damage the paint.
• If possible, remove the vehicle from th e garage or enclosed area, remove
covering, and periodically run the engi ne until it reaches full operating
temperature (the cooling fa n cycles on and off twice).
Preferably, do this once a month.
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