ACURA NSX 2021 Owners Manual

2021 NSX
Owner’s Manual

Event Data Recorders
This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR).
The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near
crash-like situations, such as an air bag deployment or hitting a
road obstacle, data that will assi st in understanding how a vehicle’s
systems performed. The EDR is designed to record data related
to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of
time, typically 30 seconds or less. The EDR in this vehicle is
designed to record such data as:
• How various systems in your vehicle were operating;
• Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts were
buckled/fastened;
• How far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accelerator
and/or brake pedal; and,
• How fast the vehicle was traveling.
These data can help provide a better understanding of the
circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur. NOTE: EDR data
are recorded by your vehicle only if a non-trivial crash situation
occurs; no data are recorded by the EDR under normal driving
conditions and no personal data (e.g., name, gender, age, and
crash location) are recorded. Howeve r, other parties, such as law
enforcement, could co mbine the EDR data with the type of
personally identifying data rout inely acquired during a crash
investigation.
To read data recorded by an ED R, special equipment is required,
and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition to the
vehicle manufacturer, other parties, such as law enforcement, that
have the special equipment, can re ad the information if they have
access to the vehicle or the EDR.
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The data belongs to the vehicle owner and may not be accessed by
anyone else except as legally required or with the permission of the
vehicle owner.
Service Diagnostic Recorders
This vehicle is equipped with se rvice-related devices that record
information about powertrain perfo rmance. The data can be used
to verify emissions law requirem ents and/or help technicians
diagnose and solve service problems . It may also be combined with
data from other sources for research purposes, but it remains
confidential. Some diagnostic and maintenance information is
uploaded to Acura upon vehicle start up.
California Perchlorate Contamination Prevention Act
The airbags, seat belt tensioners , and CR type batteries in this
vehicle may contain perchlorate materials - special handling may
apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazard ouswaste/perchlorate/
As you read this manual, you will find information that is preceded
by a symbol. This information is intended to help you avoid
damage to your vehicle, othe r property, or the environment.
Software End User License Agreement
Your vehicle comes equipped with software, which is governed by
the End User License Agreement in Owner’s Manual, and which
contains a binding arbitration clau se. Please refer to the End User
License Agreement for the terms and conditions governing your
use of the installed software, as we ll as the applications, services,
functions, and content provided through the software. Your use of
the installed software wi ll serve as your consent to the terms and
conditions of the End User License Agreement.
NOTICE
You may opt out within 30 days of your initial use of the Software
by sending a signed, written noti ce to Acura at American Honda
Motor Co., Inc. Acura Client Relations Mail Stop 100-5E-8F, 1919
Torrance Blvd. Torrance, CA 90501-2746M
Privacy Notice
This vehicle may share location an d usage information. To manage
this setting, visit www.acuralink.com/vehicle-data-choices .
To learn more about how we collect and use Personal
Information, please read our Privacy Policy, accessible
at www.acura.com .
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A Few Words About Safety
Your safety, and the safety of others, is very important. And
operating this vehicle safely is an important responsibility.
To help you make informed decisions about safety, we have
provided operating procedures and other information on labels and
in this manual. This information al erts you to potential hazards that
could hurt you or others.
Of course, it is not practical or possible to warn you about all the
hazards associated with operating or maintaining your vehicle. You
must use your own good judgment.
You will find this impo rtant safety information in a variety of forms,
including:
●Safety Labels - on the vehicle.
●Safety Messages - preceded by a safety alert symbol 3 and
one of three signal words: DANGER, WARNING , or CAUTION .
These signal words mean:
●Safety Headings - such as Important Safety Precautions.
●Safety Section - such as Safe Driving.
●Instructions - how to use this vehicle correctly and safely.
This entire book is filled with important safety information - please
read it carefully.
3 DANGERYou WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if
you don't follow instructions.
3 WARNINGYou CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if
you don't follow instructions.
3CAUTIONYou CAN be HURT if you don't follow
instructions.
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Contents
This owner’s manual should be considered a permanent part of the
vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold.
The Navigation Manual is available online at owners.acura.com
(U.S.) or acura.ca (Canada). If you are the firs t registered owner
of your vehicle, you may request a complimentary printed
copy of the Navigation Manual within the first six months of
vehicle purchase. To request a copy, visit owners.acura.com. In
Canada, please request a copy from your Acura dealer.
This owner’s manual covers all models of your vehicle. You may find
descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your
particular model.
Images throughout this owner’s manu al (including the front cover)
represent features and equipment that are available on some, but
not all, models. Your particular mo del may not have some of these
features.
This owner’s manual is for vehicles sold in the United States and
Canada.
The information and specifications in cluded in this publication were
in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications
or design at any time without notice and without incurring any
obligation.2 Safe Driving P. 33
For Safe Driving P. 34 Seat Belts P. 38 Airbags P. 45
2Instrument Panel P. 73
Indicators P. 74 Gauges and Displays P. 99
2Controls P. 107
Clock P. 108 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 109
Operating the Switches Ar ound the Steering Wheel P. 131
Climate Control System P. 159
2 Features P. 165
Audio System P. 166 Audio System Basic Operation P. 170
Customized Features P. 248 HomeLink® Universal Transceiver P. 271
2 Driving P. 313
Before Driving P. 314 Towing a Trailer P. 324
Multi-View Rear Camera P. 373
2Maintenance P. 379
Before Performing Maintenance P. 380 Maintenance MinderTM P. 383
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 408
Climate Control System Maintenance P. 423
2Handling the Unexpected P. 435
Tools P. 436 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 437
Overheating P. 454 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 456
If You Cannot Open the Hatch P. 468 Refueling P. 469
2Information P. 471
Specifications P. 472 Identification Numbers P. 474
Emissions Testing P. 477 Warranty Coverages P. 479
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Contents
Child Safety P. 61Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 70Safety Labels P. 71
Opening and Closing the Hatch P. 123 Security System P. 126 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 129
Adjusting the Mirrors P. 145 Adjusting the Seats P. 148 Interior Convenience Items P. 153
Audio Error Messages P. 227General Information on the Audio System P. 230
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® P. 274 AcuraLink ®* P. 308
When Driving P. 325 Braking P. 361Parking Your Vehicle P. 368
Refueling P. 375 Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions P. 377
Maintenance Under the Hood and Hatch P. 389 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 405
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 411 12-Volt Battery P. 421 Remote Transmitter Care P. 422
Cleaning P. 424 Accessories and Modifications P. 431 Storage P. 433
Power System Won’t Start P. 449 If th e 12-Volt Battery Is Dead P. 452
Fuses P. 461 Emergency Towing P. 466 If You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door P. 467
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 475 Reporting Safety Defects P. 476
Authorized Manuals P. 482 Client Service Information P. 483
Quick Reference GuideP. 6
Safe DrivingP. 33
Instrument PanelP. 73
ControlsP. 107
FeaturesP. 165
DrivingP. 313
MaintenanceP. 379
Handling the UnexpectedP. 435
InformationP. 471
IndexP. 484
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Quick Reference Guide
Quick Reference Guide
Visual Index
❚Steering Wheel Adjustments (P 144)
❚ENGINE START/STOP Button (P 131)
❚ (Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA®)
System OFF) Button
(P 351)
❚System Indicators (P 74)
❚Gauges (P 99)
❚Driver Information Interface (P 102)
❚Rear Defogger/Heated Mirror Button
(P 140)
❚Parking Sensor System Button*
(P 370)
❚Hazard Warning Button
❚Seat Heater Buttons* (P 158)
❚Audio System (P 166)
❚Climate Control System (P 159)
❚MID Vents (P 22, 159)
❚Navigation System*
() See the Navigation System Manual
❚Integrated Dynamics System Mode
Switch
(P 340)
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Quick Reference Guide
❚Wipers/Washers (P 139)
❚Headlights/Turn Signals (P 134, 135)
❚Paddle Shifter (Shift down) (P 338)
❚Paddle Shifter (Shift up) (P 338)
❚Horn (Press an area around .)
❚Voice Control Buttons (P 188)
❚Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ® System
Voice Control Buttons
(P 274)
❚TRIP Button (P 103, 104)
❚Right Selector Wheel (P 102)
❚Audio Remote Controls (P 169)
❚Brightness Control (P 141)
❚Mph/Km/h Change Button (P 99)
❚Cruise Control Buttons (P 347)
* Not available on all models
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Visual Index
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Quick Reference Guide❚Power Window Switches (P 129)
❚Driver’s Front Airbag (P 48)
❚Hatch Release Button (P 123)
❚Hood Release Handle (P 392)
❚Passenger’s Front Airbag
(P 48)
❚Glove Box (P 155)
❚Driver’s Knee Airbag (P 52)
❚Door Mirror Controls (P 146)
❚Power Door Lock Master Switch (P 121)
❚Fuel Fill Door Release Button (P 376)
❚USB Port (P 167)
❚Memory Buttons* (P 143)
❚SET Button* (P 143)
❚Rearview Mirror (P 145)
❚Driver’s Side Interior Fuse
Boxes
(P 463)
❚Passenger’s Side Interior Fuse
Box
(P 464)
❚USB Port (P 167)
❚Accessory Power Socket
(P 157)
❚Electric Parking Brake Switch
(P 361)
❚Automatic Brake Hold Button
(P 364)
❚Shift Button
Electronic Gear Selector
(P 330)
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