1997 ACURA NSX service interval

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Do the items in parts A, B, C, D, E, F, and G as required for the mileag\
e/time interval listed.
NOTE: According to state and federal regulations, failure to do the maintenanc\
e items marked with an asterisk (*) will not
void the customer ’s emissions warranties. However, Acura recommends that all maintenance s\
ervices be done at
the recommended interval to ensure long-term reliability.
*1: Refer to the 1997 NSX Service Manual, P/N 61SL006.
*2: Refer to the 1998 NSX Service Manual Supplement, P/N 61SL007.
*3: Refer to the 2001 NSX Service Manual Supplement, P/N 61SW000.
A
B Replace engine oil (see page
8-2)*
2, every 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or 1 year.
Engine oil capacity: without oil filter: 4.3 L (4.5 US qt).
Check tire inflation and condition at least once a month, every 7,500 mi\
les (12,000 km).
Replace engine oil filter (see page 8-5)*1, every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 1 year.
Engine oil capacity: with oil filter: 5.0 L (5.3 US qt).
Check front and rear brake wear (see page 19-4)*1, every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 1 year.
• Check pads and discs for wear (thickness), damage, and cracks.
• Check calipers for damage, leaks, and tightness of mounting bolts.
Check parking brake adjustment (see page 19-5)*1, every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 1 year.
Check the number of clicks (10 to 14) when the parking brake lever is pulled with 196 N (20 kgf,\
44 lbf) of force.
Inspect tie-rod ends, steering gearbox, and gearbox boots (see page 17-57)*1, every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 1 year.
• Check rack grease and steering linkage.
• Check boots for damage and leaking grease.
• Check fluid lines for damage and leaks.1
• Check bolts for tightness.
• Check condition of ball joint boots for deterioration and damage.
Inspect driveshaft boots (see page 16-3)*1, every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 1 year.
Check boots for cracks and boot bands for tightness.
Inspect brake hoses and lines including ABS (see page 19-27)*1, every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 1 year.
Check the master cylinder, proportioning control valve and ABS modulator\
for damage and leakage.
Inspect all fluid levels and condition of fluids, every 15,000 miles (2\
4,000 km) or 1 year.
• Manual transmission fluid (MTF) (see page 13-3)*
1.
• Automatic transmission fluid (ATF-Z1) (see page 14-105)*1.
• Engine coolant (see page 10-2)*1.
• Brake fluid (see page 19-84)*1.
• Windshield washer fluid.
Cooling system hoses and connections (see page 10-2)*1, every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 1 year.
• Check all hoses for damage, leaks and deterioration.
• Check for proper fan operation.
Inspect exhaust system (see page 9-6)*, *1, every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 1 year.
Check catalytic converter heat shield, exhaust pipe, and muffler for dam\
age, leaks, and tightness ( see page 9-14 ).
Inspect fuel lines and connections (see page 11-130)*, *1, every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 1 year.
Check for loose connections, cracks, and deterioration; retighten loose \
connections and replace damaged parts.
Part Maintenance Items
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Inspect suspension components (see page 18-14)* , every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 1 year.
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This Maintenance Schedule outlines the minimum required maintenance. Ser\
vice at the indicated distance or time, whichever
comes first. Use the Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions if the v\
ehicle meets any of the qualifiers in the Severe
Conditions schedule or if the vehicle is normally driven in Canada.
Do the items in parts A, B, C, D, E, F, and G as required for the mileag\
e/time interval listed.
NOTE: According to state and federal regulations, failure to do the maintenanc\
e items marked with an asterisk (*) will not
void the customer ’s emissions warranties. However, Acura recommends that all maintenance s\
ervices be done at
the recommended interval to ensure long-term reliability.
*1: Refer to the 1997 NSX Service Manual, P/N 61SL006.
*2: Refer to the 1998 NSX Service Manual Supplement, P/N 61SL007.
*3: Refer to the 2001 NSX Service Manual Supplement, P/N 61SW000.
C
D
E
F
G Inspect and adjust drive belts, every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or 2 ye\
ars.
•
Check for cracks and damage.
• Check deflection and tension at center of following belts pressing with\
98 N (10 kgf, 22 lbf) tension:
Alternator drive belt (see page 23-109)*
1: 11.0 – 13.5 mm (0.43 – 0.53 in.)
A/C compressor belt (see page 22-88)*1: 10 – 12 mm (0.39 – 0.47 in.)
Replace air cleaner element (see page 11-149)*1, every 30,000 miles (48,000 km).
Independent of time
Replace fuel filter (see page 11-138)*, *1, every 60,000 miles (96,000 km).
Replace spark plugs (see page 23-96)*1, every 105,000 miles (168,000 km).
Use PFR6G-11 (NGK) or PK20PR-L11 (DENSO); GAP 1.0 – 1.1 mm (0.039 – 0.043 in.).
Inspect the valve clearance (see page 6-10)*1, every 105,000 miles (168,000 km), otherwise adjust only if noisy.
Intake: 0.15 – 0.19 mm (0.006 – 0.007 in.), Exhaust: 0.17 – 0.21 mm (0.007 – 0.008 in.).
Replace timing belt (see page 6-14)*1 and inspect water pump (see page 10-11)*1,
every 105,000 miles (168,000 km) or 7 years.
Replace automatic transmission fluid (see page 14-105)*1 at 120,000 miles (192,000 km) or 6 years, then replace
every 90,000 miles (144,000 km) or 5 years.
Capacity: 2.9 L (3.1 US qt); use Honda ATF-Z1.
Replace manual transmission fluid (see page 13-3)*1, every 120,000 miles (192,000 km) or 6 years.
Capacity: 2.65 L (2.80 US qt); use Honda MTF.
Replace engine coolant (see page 10-2 )*3 at 120,000 miles (192,000 km) or 10 years, then every 60,000 miles (9\
6,000
km) or 5 years. Capacity: 12.0 L (3.2 US gal); use Honda All Season Antifreeze/Coolant\
Type 2.
Part Maintenance Items
Maintenance Schedule
Listed by Distance/Time for Normal Conditions
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Self-Diagnosis Function

The EPS control unit monitors the system inputs and outputs, and the driving current of the motor. If there is a problem in

the system, the control unit turns the system off by actuating the relay. Power assist stops and normal manual steering

operation resumes. The control unit also turns the EPS indicator light on to alert the driver, and memorizes the problem in

the form of a code. Connecting the terminals of the service check connector with the SCS service connector (special tool)

enables the EPS indicator light to blink the problem code when the ignition switch is turned on (II).

Unloader Control

If the steering wheel is turned fully and held in the full-lock position, the steering torque reaches the maximum point, and

an over-current flows to the motor. The control unit detects this and reduces the current flow to the motor.

Average Moving Current Control

The electric current flow to the motor is estimated from the current values detected by the current sensor, and the average

current is obtained at two second intervals. The motor driving current is suppressed when the average current value

exceeds a predetermined marginal value. The control unit regulates the motor current during continuous loading to sup-

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