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uuIndicatorsuDriver Information Interface Warning and Information Messages
Continued
Instrument Panel
MessageConditionExplanation
•Appears when the engine is running and indicates that
the engine oil level is low.• Appears while driving - Immediately stop in a safe
place. 2If the Low Oil Level Symbol Appears P. 456
•Appears when the engine is running and indicates that
there is a problem with the oil level sensor.• Have your vehicle checked by an authorized Acura NSX
dealer as soon as possible.
• Appears if the engine coolant temperature is
abnormally high.
2 Overheating P. 450
•Appears if there is a probl em with the fuel system.
Engine performance will be limited.• Immediately stop in a safe place and set the power
mode to VEHICLE OFF, then select the ON mode again.
Have your vehicle checked by an authorized Acura NSX
dealer if the message appears again.
• Appears if there is a tempor ary problem with the gear
shift mechanism and initia lization is necessary.•Depress the brake pedal and shift to (P .
•Appears when the transmission is undergoing
initialization.• Keep the brake pedal depressed.
•Appears when a tempor ary problem is fixed.•Initialization will be completed when the engine is
restarted.
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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing Maintenance Inspection and Maintenance ............ 376
Safety When Performing Maintenance .... 377Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 378
Maintenance Minder TM
..................... 379
Maintenance Under the Hood and Hatch Maintenance Items Under the Hood and Hatch ............................................. 385
Opening the Hatch .......................... 387
Opening the Hood ........................... 388
Engine Compartment Cover ............. 389
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 390
Oil Check ......................................... 391 Adding Engine Oil ............................ 394
Cooling System ................................ 396
Inverter Coolant ............................... 398
Transmission Fluids .......................... 399
Brake Fluid ....................................... 400 Refilling Window Wa
sher Fluid......... 400
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 401
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades.... 404Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 407
Tire and Loading Information Label ..... 408Tire Labeling .................................... 408DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) ...... 410Wear Indicators................................ 412
Tire Service Life ................................ 412 Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 413
Tire Rotation .................................... 414
Winter Tires ..................................... 415
Cold Weather Driving ...................... 416
12-Volt Battery ................................. 417
Remote Transmitter Care Replacing the Button Battery ........... 418
Climate Control System Maintenance.... 419CleaningInterior Care .................................... 420
Exterior Care.................................... 422
Accessories and Modifications
Accessories ...................................... 426
Modifications................................... 427
Storage .............................................. 428
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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 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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uuIndicator, Coming On/BlinkinguIf the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along with the Warning Message
Handling the Unexpected
If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along
with the Warning Message■Reasons for the in dicator to blink
The transmission is malfunctioning.
■ What to do when the indicator blinks
• Immediately have your vehicle insp ected by an authorized Acura NSX
dealer.
• Put the transmission into
(N when you turn the power system on.
uCheck to verify the (N position on the instrument panel is selected
and if the indicator on the
(N button is illuminating or blinking.
uThe power system cannot be turned on unless the parking brake is
set. 2 Turning on the Power P. 321
If the Low Oil Level Symbol Appears
■Reasons for the symbol to appear
Appears when the engine oil level is low.
■ What to do as soon as the symbol appears
1. Immediately park the vehicle on level ground in a safe place.
2. If necessary, turn the ha zard warning lights on.
■ What to do after parking the vehicle
Check the oil level. 2 Oil Check P. 391
1If the Transmission System In dicator Blinks along with the
Warning Message
You may not be able to turn on the power system.
Make sure to set the parking brake when parking
your vehicle.
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow
your vehicle.
2 Emergency Towing P. 462
1If the Low Oil Level Symbol Appears
NOTICE
Running the engine with a low oil level can cause
serious mechanical damage almost immediately.
This system activates after the engine warms up. If
the outside temperature is extremely low, you may have to drive for a long time until the system senses
the engine oil level.
If the symbol appears agai n, turn the power system
off, and contact an author ized Acura NSX dealer for
repairs immediately.
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uuSpecificationsu
Information
■Brake Fluid
■Dual Clutch Transmission Fluid
■Twin Motor Unit Fluid
SpecifiedAcura Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 4
SpecifiedAcura Automatic Transmission Fluid
ATF DW-1
Capacity Change 2.75 US qt (2.6 L)
SpecifiedAcura Gear Oil GO-Type 2.0
Capacity Change 4.86 US qt (4.6 L)
SpecifiedAcura Automatic Transmission Fluid
ATF DW-1
Capacity Change 2.56 US qt (2.42 L)
Clutch
Transmission
■Engine Oil
■Engine Coolant
■Inverter Coolant
RecommendedUltimate Full Synthetic Motor Oil, Type3,
0W-40
Capacity Change 7.7 US qt (7.3 L)
Change
including filter
8.3 US qt (7.9 L)
SpecifiedAcura Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water
Capacity
4.1 US gal (15.5 L)
(change including the remaining
0.34 US gal (1.29 L) in the reserve tank and
heater)
SpecifiedAcura Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water
Capacity0.50 US gal (1.90 L)
(change including the remaining
0.12 US gal (0.46 L) in the reserve tank)
■Tire
Regular
Size
Front
245/35ZR19 (93Y) Rear
305/30ZR20 (103Y)
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm 2
])Front
32 (220 [2.2])
Rear
32 (220 [2.2])
Wheel Size Regular Front
19 X 8 1/2J
Rear
20 X 11J
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Index
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ......................................... 157, 158
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 471
Dimming Headlights .............................................. 131
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 141
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ........................ 386, 393
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 130
Door Mirrors ............................................. 142
Doors ........................................................ 105
Auto Door Locking.................................. 118
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 118
Door Open Message ................................. 35
Keys........................................................ 105
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside .............................................. 115
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from
the Outside ........................................... 107
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 114
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 410
Driver Information Interface ..................... 98
Driver’s Knee Airbag .................................. 50
Driving ...................................................... 309
Braking ................................................... 357
Cold Weather ......................................... 416
Cruise Control ........................................ 343
Dual Clutch Transmission ........................ 325
Shifting Gear .......................................... 326
Turning on the Power ............................. 321
Driving Position Memory System ............ 138Dual Clutch Transmission
......................... 325
Creeping ................................................. 325
Fluids ............................................... 399, 469
Kickdown ................................................ 325
Operating the Shift Button ................ 23, 328
Shifting ................................................... 326
Dust and Pollen Filters ............................. 419
E
Elapsed Time ............................................. 101
Electric Parking Brake .............................. 357
Indicator .................................................... 71
Electric Parking Brake System Indicator ............................................ 71, 454
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator ............................................ 78, 453
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 346
Emergency ................................................ 462
Emergency Hatch Opener ........................ 121
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 473
Energy Efficiency ........................................ 12
Engine ....................................................... 470
Coolant ........................................... 396, 469
Jump Starting .......................................... 448
Oil ................................................... 390, 469
Engine Compartment Cover .................... 389
Engine Coolant ......................................... 396
Adding the Coolant ................................. 397
Checking the Coolant .............................. 396
Overheating ............................................ 450 Engine Oil
Adding .................................................... 394
Changing ................................................ 395
Checking................................................. 391
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 380
Low Oil Level Symbol............................... 456
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ......................... 70
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 390
Temperature Gauge .................................. 97
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ........ 78
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon
Monoxide) ................................................. 67
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 422
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 142
F
Features .................................................... 161
Filters Dust and Pollen ....................................... 419
Oil ........................................................... 395
Flat Tire ..................................................... 433
Floor Mats ................................................. 421
Fluids
Brake .............................................. 400, 469
Dual Clutch Transmission ................ 399, 469
Engine Coolant ............................... 396, 469
Inverter Coolant .............................. 398, 469
Twin Motor Unit.............................. 399, 469
Windshield Washer ......................... 400, 468
FM Radio ................................................... 188
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Index
Electric Parking Brake System ............ 71, 454
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System ............................................ 78, 453
Gear Position ............................................ 76
High Beam ................................................ 81
Immobilizer System ................................... 81
Keyless Access System............................... 82
Lights On .................................................. 81
Low Fuel ................................................... 77
Low Oil Pressure ....................................... 70
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS .... 80, 352, 354, 455
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 75, 452
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 TM
(VSA ®)
System ............................................ 79, 346
VSA ® OFF.......................................... 79, 347
Information .............................................. 467
Instant Fuel Economy .............................. 101
Instrument Panel ........................................ 69
Integrated Dynamics System ................... 336
QUIET Mode ........................................... 339
SPORT Mode........................................... 339
SPORT+ Mode ........................................ 340
TRACK Mode .......................................... 340 Interior Lights
........................................... 149
Interior Rearview Mirror .......................... 141
Inverter Coolant ............................... 398, 469
J Jump Starting ........................................... 448
K
Key Number Tag ....................................... 106
Keyless Access System ............................... 107
Keyless Lockout Prevention ..................... 114
Keys ........................................................... 105
Lockout Prevention .................................. 114
Number Tag ............................................ 106
Remote Transmitter ................................. 112
Kickdown (Dual Clutch Transmission) ..... 325
L
Language (HFL) ......................................... 272
Launch Control ......................................... 341
Lights ................................................. 131, 401
Automatic Operation (automatic lighting
control).................................................. 132
Bulb Replacement .................................... 401
Daytime Running Lights ........................... 134
High Beam Indicator .................................. 81
Interior .................................................... 149
Light Switches ......................................... 131 Lights On Indicator .................................... 81
Turn Signals ............................................ 130
Load Limits ................................................ 313
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) .................. 452
Low Fuel Indicator ...................................... 77
Low Keyless Access Remote Signal Strength .................................................. 106
Low Oil Level ............................................ 456
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ......................... 70
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 313
Lumbar Support ....................................... 145
M
Maintenance ............................................. 375
12-Volt Battery ........................................ 417
Brake Fluid .............................................. 400
Cleaning ................................................. 420
Climate Control System ........................... 419
Coolant ........................................... 396, 398
Cooling System ....................................... 396
Inverter Coolant ...................................... 398
Maintenance Minder TM
............................ 379
Oil ........................................................... 391
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Index
Precautions .............................................. 376
Remote Transmitter ................................. 418
Replacing Light Bulbs ............................... 401
Safety ...................................................... 377
Service Items............................................ 382
Tires ........................................................ 407
Transmission Fluids .................................. 399
Under the Hood and Hatch ...................... 385
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 75, 452
Map Lights ................................................ 150
Maximum Load Limit ................................ 313
Meters, Gauges ........................................... 95
Mirrors ....................................................... 141
Adjusting ................................................. 141
Door ........................................................ 142
Exterior .................................................... 142
Interior Rearview...................................... 141
Modifications (and Accessories) ............... 426
MP3 ............................................................ 208
Multi-View Rear Camera .......................... 369
N
Numbers (Identification) .......................... 470
O
Odometer .................................................. 100
Oil (Engine) ....................................... 390, 469
Adding .................................................... 394
Checking ................................................. 391 Displaying Oil Life .................................... 380
Low Oil Level Symbol............................... 456
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ......................... 70
Recommended Engine Oil ............... 390, 469
Viscosity .......................................... 390, 469
Open Source Licenses ............................... 242
Opening Hatch ...................................... 119, 387, 464
Opening/Closing Hatch .............................................. 119, 387
Hood....................................................... 388
Power Windows ...................................... 125
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel ...................................................... 127
Outside Temperature Display .................. 100
Overheating .............................................. 450
P
Paddle Shifters (Sequential Mode) .......... 334
Pandora ®................................................. 206
Panic Mode ............................................... 124
Parking ...................................................... 364
Parking Brake ........................................... 357
Parking Sensor System ............................. 365
Passenger Front Airbag Off Indicator ....... 56
Passing Indicators ..................................... 131
POWER Button ......................................... 127
Power System Turning on .............................................. 321
POWER SYSTEM Indicator .......................... 74Power Windows
....................................... 125
Precautions While Driving
In Snow and Ice ...................................... 324
Rain ........................................................ 324
Pregnant Women ....................................... 41
Puncture (Tire) ......................................... 433
R
Radio (FM) ................................................ 188
Radio (SiriusXM ®)..................................... 192
Radio Data System (RDS) ......................... 191
Range ........................................................ 101
RDS (Radio Data System) ......................... 191
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing) ...... 473
READY Indicator ........................................ 74
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button ..................................................... 136
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 141
Refueling .................................................. 371
Fuel Gauge ............................................... 95
Gasoline ......................................... 371, 468
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 77
Regenerative Energy and Regenerative
Braking ..................................................... 12
Regulations .............................. 354, 410, 471
Remote Transmitter ................................. 112
Replacement Battery .................................................... 418
Bulbs ...................................................... 401
Fuses ...................................... 457, 459, 460
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