Acura NSX 2019 Owner's Manual

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Handling the Unexpected
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the 12-Volt Battery Charging System Indicator
Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when the 12-volt battery is not being charged.
■What to do when the indicator comes on
Turn off the climate con trol system, rear defogger, and other electrical
systems, and immediately contact an authorized Acura NSX dealer for
repairs.
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or
Blinks
■Reasons for the indicator la mp to come on or blink
• Comes on when there is a problem with the engine emissions control
system.
• Blinks when engine misfiring is detected.
■What to do when the indicator lamp comes on
Avoid high speeds and immediately get your vehicle inspected at an
authorized Acura NSX dealer.
■What to do when the indicator lamp blinks
Park the vehicle in a safe place with no flammable items and wait at least
10 minutes or more with the engine stopped until it cools.
1 If the 12-Volt Battery Chargi ng System Indicator Comes On
If you need to stop temporarily, do not turn off the
power system. Restarting the power system may
rapidly discharge the battery.
1 If the Malfunction Indicato r Lamp Comes On or Blinks
NOTICE
If you drive with the malf unction indicator lamp on,
the emissions control system and the engine could be
damaged.
If the malfunction indicator lamp blinks again when
restarting the engine, drive to the nearest authorized
Acura NSX dealer at 31 mph (50 km/h) or less. Have
your vehicle inspected.
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uuIndicator, Comin g On/BlinkinguIf the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
Handling the Unexpected
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
• The brake fluid is low.
• There is a malfunction in the brake system.
■What to do when the indicator comes on while driving
Depress the brake pedal lightly to check pedal pressure.
• If normal, check the brake fluid level the next time you stop.
• If abnormal, take immediate acti on. If necessary, downshift the
transmission to slow the vehicle using regenerative braking.
If the Electric Power Steeri ng (EPS) System Indicator
Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on if there is a problem with the EPS system.
■What to do when th e indicator comes on
Stop the vehicle in a safe place a nd turn on the power system again.
If the indicator comes on and stays on, immediately have your vehicle
inspected by an author ized Acura NSX dealer.
1If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
Have your vehicle re paired immediately.
It is dangerous to drive with low brake fluid. If there
is no resistance from the brake pedal, stop
immediately in a safe plac e. If necessary, downshift
the gears.
If the brake system indicator and ABS indicator come
on simultaneously, the elec tronic brake distribution
system is not working. Th is can result in vehicle
instability under sudden braking.
Have your vehicle inspecte d by an authorized Acura
NSX dealer immediately.
If both red and amber brake system indicators come
on, stop the vehicle in a safe place and have it
inspected by an authorized Acura NSX dealer
immediately.U.S.
Canada
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uuIndicator, Coming On/Blinking uIf the Electric Parking Brake System Indicator Comes On
Handling the Unexpected
If the Electric Parking Brake System Indicator Comes
On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when there is a proble m with the electric parking brake
system.
■What to do when the indicator comes on
Avoid using the parking brake and immediately get your vehicle
inspected at an author ized Acura NSX dealer.
■What to do when the electric parking brake indicator comes on
or blinks at the same time.
Release the parking brake.
2 Parking Brake P. 354
•If the electric parking brake indicator remains on or blinks even after
releasing the parking brake, immedi ately stop the vehicle in a safe
place, and call an authorized Acura NSX dealer.
u To prevent your vehicle from moving unexpectedly, put the
transmission into
(P.
• If only the electric parking brake indicator goes off, immediately get
your vehicle inspected at an authorized Acura NSX dealer.
1If the Electric Parking Brake System Indicator Comes On
If you apply the parking brake, it may not release.
If the electric parking brake indicator turns on, the
parking brake is still applied.
When the electric parking br ake indicator blinks at
the same time as the electric parking brake system
indicator, the system must be checked. The parking
brake may not operate under these conditions.
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uuIndicator, Coming On/Blinking uIf the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks
Handling the Unexpected
If the Low Tire Pressure/ TPMS Indicator Comes On or
Blinks
■Reasons for the indicator to come on or blink
Tire pressure is significantly low in one or more of the tires. If there is a
problem with the TPMS, the indicato r blinks for about one minute, and
then stays on.
■What to do when th e indicator comes on
Drive carefully, avoid abrupt or sharp cornering, and hard braking.
Stop your vehicle in a safe place. Ch eck the tire pressure and adjust the
pressure to the specified level. The sp ecified tire pressure is on a label on
the driver’s side doorjamb.
■What to do when the indicator blinks
Have the tire inspected by an author ized Acura NSX dealer as soon as
possible.
1 If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks
NOTICE
Driving on an extremely underinflated tire can cause
it to overheat. An overheated tire can fail. Always
inflate your tires to the prescribed level.
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uuIndicator, Coming On/Blinking uIf 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 indicator 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.
u Check to verify the
(N position on the instrument panel is selected
and if the indicator on the
(N button is illuminating or blinking.
u The power system cannot be turned on unless the parking brake is
set.
2 Turning on the Power P. 319
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. 389
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. 460
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 authorized Acura NSX dealer for
repairs immediately.
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Fuses
Fuse Locations
If any electrical devices are not working, set
the power mode to VEHICLE OFF, and check
to see if any applic able fuse is blown.
There are two fuse boxes under the hood.
Fuse locations are shown on the fuse box
cover. Locate the fuse in question by the
fuse number and box cover number.
■Fuse box A
Located near the radiator. Push the tabs to
open the box.
■Hood Fuse Box
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1
EPS70 A
Cooling Fan50 A
ABS/VSA Motor40 A
ABS/VSA FSR20 A
AS F/B Main30 A
Main Fuse200 A
2
−(50 A)
F/B Main 1 60 A −(60A)
−(50A)
Left Electric Parking Brake Motor 30 A
Right Electric Parking Brake Motor 30 A
−(40A)
Heater Motor 2 30 A
Heater Motor 1 30 A −(40A)
3
E-OP30 A
−(30 A)
ADS30 A
AMP*(30 A)
4 Parking Light 10 A
5IGPS PCS7.5 A
6 Left Headlight High Beam 10 A
7VFP27.5 A
8 Left Headlight Low Beam 10 A
9Right Headlight High Beam10 A
10 Right Headlight Low Beam 10 A
11IGPS Fan7.5 A
12 FI Main 15 A
13FI Sub20 A
14 Back Up 7.5 A
15SBW ECU7.5 A
16 DBW1 15 A
17IG Coil15 A
18 DBW2 15 A
19Parking Light & Headlight Main20 A
20 Rear Defroster 20 A
21Front Washer20 A
22 ISC 15 A
23−−
24 ACC/IG2 Main 10 A
25Daytime Running Lights10 A
26 Horn 10 A
27Interior Lights7.5 A
28 IGP2 15 A
29Audio10 A
Circuit ProtectedAmps
* Not available on all models
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uuFuses uFuse Locations
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■Fuse box B
Located near the 12-volt battery. Remove
the maintenance cover, then push the tabs
to open the box.
2 Checking the 12-Volt Battery P. 415
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1
SBW60 A
−−
F/B Main 260 A
Wiper30 A
Passenger Power Window30 A
IG Main 130 A
Driver Power Window30 A
ESB40 A
2IG Main 230 A
3IMA Motor20 A
4BMS 7.5A
5Stop7.5 A
6 Turbo W/G 20 A
7Hazard7.5 A
8A/C W/P 10A
9−−
10 AEV 7.5 A
11FI-ECU Backup7.5 A
12 − −
13−−
14 − −
15−−
16 − −
17IMA Motor10 A
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uuFuses uFuse Locations
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Located under the dashboard.
Fuse locations are shown on the label on
the under panel.
Locate the fuse in question by the fuse
number and label number.
■Driver’s Side Interior Fuse Box
Fuse Label
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1Passenger’s Door Handle10 A
2Door Lock15 A
3SMART7.5 A
4−−
5Front Accessory Power
Socket20 A
6Fuel Pump20 A
7MISS SOL15 A
8ENG7.5 A
9VSA/ABS7.5 A
10SRS10 A
11Power System 210 A
12−−
13Power System 110 A
14Fuel Lid7.5 A
15Driver’s Power Seat Reclining*(20 A)
16−(7.5 A)
17Seat Heater*(20 A)
18Driver’s Door Handle10 A
19−−
20Passenger’s Side Door Unlock7.5 A
21Daytime Running Lights7.5 A
22Key Lock7.5 A
23Air Conditioning7.5 A
24Feed Back IG1a7.5 A
25Instrument Panel Lights7.5 A
26Power Lumbar Support*(7.5 A)
27Parking Lights7.5 A
28Sub Main15 A
29Meter10 A
30DR27.5 A
31Sub Fuel Pump15 A
32SRS10 A
33Passenger’s Side Door Lock7.5 A
34Driver’s Door Lock7.5 A
35Driver’s Door Unlock7.5 A
36Driver’s Power Seat Sliding*(20 A)
37Right Daytime Running
Light7.5 A
38Left Daytime Running Light7.5 A
39Feed Back IG1b7.5 A
40ACC7.5 A
41−−
42−−
Circuit ProtectedAmps
* Not available on all models
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uuFuses uFuse Locations
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Located inside the passenger’s side under
cover. Remove the clips using a Phillips-
head screwdriver, then open the under
cover.
Fuse locations are shown on the label on
the under cover.
Locate the fuse in question by the fuse
number and label number.
■Passenger’s Side Interior Fuse
Box
Fuse Box
Fuse Label
Under Cover
Clip
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit ProtectedAmps
aPassenger’s Power Seat
Sliding*(20 A)
bPassenger’s Power Seat Reclining*(20 A)
c−(10 A)
d−−
eWiper7.5 A
fEPS7.5 A
gDR17.5 A
hPower System 37.5 A
Located near the rear center speaker.
Fuse locations are shown on the hood fuse
box A cover.
Have an authorized Acura NSX dealer
inspect and replace the fuse.
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
■Rear Side Interior Fuse Box
Fuse Box
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1HCA-220 A
2−−
3−−
4−−
5HCA-120 A
6DI-INJ20 A
7−−
8TCU30 A
* Not available on all models
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uuFuses uInspecting and Changing Fuses
Handling the Unexpected
Inspecting and Changing Fuses
1. Set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF. Turn
headlights and all accessories off.
2. Remove the fuse box cover.
3. Check the large fuse in the hood.
u If the fuse is blown, use a Phillips-head
screwdriver to remove the screw and
replace it with a new one.
4. Inspect the small fuses in the hood and the
vehicle interior.
u If there is a burned out fuse, remove it
with the fuse puller and replace it with a
new one.1Inspecting and Changing Fuses
NOTICE
Replacing a fuse with on e that has a higher rating
greatly increases the chances of damaging the
electrical system.
Replace fuse with a spare fuse of the same specified
amperage.
Use the charts to locate the fuse in question and
confirm the specified amperage on the fuse label. 2 Fuse Locations P. 455
There is a fuse puller on the back of the hood fuse
box A cover.
Combined
Fuse Blown Fuse
Fuse Puller
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