2017 Acura NSX airbag

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SAFETYSAFETY
n Airbag System Indicators
If a problem occurs in
the airbag system, the SRS indicator
will come on and a message appears on the multi-
information display.
SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) Indicator
If the indicator comes on at any other time besides vehicle start-up, or does not come on at
all, have the system checked by an authorized Acura NSX dealer as soon as possible. If you
don’t, your airbags and seat belt tensioners may not work properly when they are needed.
Ignoring the SRS indicator can result in serious injury or death if the airbag
systems or tensioners do not work properly.
Have your vehicle checked by an
authorized Acura NSX dealer as soon as possible if
the SRS indicator alerts you to a possible problem.
WARNING
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator
The indicator comes on to alert you that the passenger’s front
airbag has been turned off. This occurs when the passenger
seat weight sensors detect 65 lbs (29 kg) or less, the weight
of an infant or small child, on the seat.
U.S .C anada
Your vehicle is not recommended for child passengers. Never put a rear-facing child seat
in this vehicle. If you decide to disregard our recommendations and transport a small child,
they should be properly restrained.
Objects placed on the seat can also cause the indicator to come on.
If the passenger‘s seat is empty, the passenger’s front airbag will not deploy and the
indicator will not come on.
If the indicator comes on with no occupant or objects in the passenger’s seat, something
may be interfering with the weight sensors, such as:
•
An object hanging on the seat.
•
An object pressing against the

rear of the seat-back.
•
The seat or seat-back is for

ced back against cargo on the floor behind it.
•
An object placed under the passenger’

s seat.
If none of these conditions exist, have your vehicle checked by an authorized Acura NSX
dealer as soon as possible.
The passenger airbag off indicator may go on and off repeatedly if the total weight on the
seat is near the airbag cutoff threshold.

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SAFETYSAFETY
n Airbag System Components
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The front, driver’s knee, side, and side curtain airbags are deployed according to the direction
and severity of impact. Both side curtain airbags are deployed in a rollover. The airbag
system includes:
uTwo SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) front airbags. The driver’s airbag is stored in
the center of the steering wheel; the passenger’s airbag is stored in the dashboard. Both
are marked SRS AIRBAG.
vDriver’s knee airbag. The knee airbag is stored under the steering column. It is marked
SRS AIRBAG.
wTwo side airbags, one for the driver and one for a passenger. The airbags are stored in
the outer edges of the seatbacks. Both are marked SIDE AIRBAG.
xTwo side curtain airbags, one for each side of the vehicle. The airbags are stored in the
ceiling, above the side windows. The front and rear pillars are marked SIDE CURTAIN
AIRBAG.
y An electronic control unit that, when the power system is on, continually monitors
information about the various impact sensors, seat and buckle sensors, rollover sensor,
airbag activators, seat belt tensioners, and other vehicle information. During a crash
event the unit records such information.
zAutomatic seat belt tensioners. In addition, the driver’s and passenger’s seat belt
buckles incorporate sensors that detect whether or not the belts are fastened.
{Weight sensors in the passenger’s seat. The passenger’s airbag will be turned off if the
weight on the seat is 65 lbs (29 kg) or less (the weight of an infant or small child).
|Impact sensors that can detect a moderate-to-severe front or side impact.
}An indicator on the dashboard that alerts you that the passenger’s front airbag has
been turned off.
~An indicator on the instrument panel that alerts you to a possible problem with your
airbag system or seat belt tensioners.
11A rollover sensor that can detect if your vehicle is about to roll over and signal the
control unit to deploy both side curtain airbag.

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SAFETYSAFETY
n Airbag Care
You do not need
to, and should not, perform any maintenance on or replace any airbag
system components yourself. However, you should have your vehicle inspected by an
authorized Acura NSX dealer in the following situations:
When the airbags have deployed
If an airbag has inflated, the control unit and other related parts must be replaced. Similarly,
once an automatic seat belt tensioner has been activated, it must be replaced.
When the vehicle has been in a moderate-to-severe collision
Even if the airbags did not inflate, have your authorized Acura NSX dealer inspect the
following: weight sensors in the passenger’s seat, seat belt tensioners, and each seat belt
that was worn during the crash.
Do not remove or modify a seat without first consulting a dealer
This would likely disable the weight sensors in the passenger’s seat. If it is necessary to
remove or modify a seat to accommodate a person with disabilities, contact an authorized
Acura NSX dealer.
•
U.S. customers
à Main line: (800) 382-2238
àNSX specialists: (844) 68-ACURA [682-2872]
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Canadian customers
à Main line: (888) 922-8729
àNSX specialists: (844) 9MYNSX9 [969-6799]
Child Safety
Each year, many children are injured or killed in vehicle crashes because they are either
unrestrained or not properly restrained. In fact, vehicle collisions are the number one cause of
death of children ages 12 and under.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Transport Canada recommend that
all children ages 12 and under be properly restrained in a rear seat. Some states or provinces/
territories have laws restricting where children may ride.
To reduce the number of child deaths and injuries, every state, Canadian province and territory
requires that infants and children be properly restrained when they ride in a vehicle.
Since this vehicle does not have a back seat, Acura recommends you do not carry as a
passenger a child aged 12 or under because:
•
An inflating front or side airbag can injur

e or kill a child sitting in the passenger’s seat.
•
A child in the passenger’s seat is mor

e likely to interfere with the driver’s ability to safely
control the vehicle.
•
Statistics show that children of all siz

es and ages are safer when they are properly restrained
in a rear seat.
•
Any child who is too small

to wear a seat belt correctly must be restrained in an approved
child seat that is properly secured to the vehicle using either the lap belt portion of the lap/
shoulder belt or the lower anchors of the LATCH system.
In addition:
•
Never hold a child on y

our or any passenger’s lap because it is impossible to protect them in
the event of a collision.

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SAFETYSAFETY
n Protecting Smaller Children
If a child is at least one y
ear old and within the weight range indicated by the child seat
manufacturer, the child should be properly restrained in a firmly secured forward-facing
child seat.
Since this vehicle does not have a back seat, Acura recommends that you do not carry a
child, age 12 or under, as a passenger. This is because placing a forward-facing child seat in
the passenger’s seat can be hazardous, even with advanced front airbags that automatically
turn the passenger’s front airbag off.
If you choose to ignore our warnings and transport a small child in this vehicle, be sure
to move the passenger seat as far to the rear as possible, and follow the instructions and
guidelines in the following pages.
Placing a forward-facing child seat in the front seat can result in serious injury or
death if the front airbag inflates.
If you must place a forward-facing child seat in front, move the vehicle seat as
far back as possible, and properly restrain the child.
WARNING
n Selecting a Child Seat
Important consideration when selecting a child seat
Mak
e sure the child seat meets the following three requirements:
•
The child seat is the correct type and siz

e for the child.
•
The child seat is the correct type

for the seating position.
•
The child seat is compliant with Federal Motor V

ehicle Safety Standard 213 or Canadian
Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213.

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SAFETYSAFETY
n Adding Security with a Tether
A tether anchorage point is pr ovided behind the passenger seat. A child seat with a tether
can be installed, so long as the base of the child seat is secured using a seat belt.
Using an outer anchor
1.
Route the tether strap through the

head restraint legs.
Make sure the strap is not twisted.
2.
Secure the tether strap hook onto the

anchor.
Tether
PointAnchorage
3. Tighten the tether strap as instructed by the child seat
manufacturer.
Tether Strap Hook
Anchor
n Protecting Larger Children
Since this v
ehicle does not have a back seat, Acura recommends that you do not carry
a child age 12 or under as a passenger. This is because children who have outgrown child
seats are also at risk of being injured or killed by an inflating passenger’s front airbag. If a
larger child must ride in this vehicle, the information below provides guidelines to help you
decide when a given child may ride in this vehicle, and how to properly protect the child.
When a child is too big for a child seat, secure the child in the passenger’s seat using the lap/
shoulder seat belt.
Have the child sit upright and all the way back, then ensure the following:
•
The child’s knees bend comfortably o

ver the edge of the
seat.
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The shoulder belt crosses between the child’s neck and
arm.
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The lap part of the seat belt is as low as possible, touching
the

child’s thighs.
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The child can stay seated for the whole

trip.

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SAFETYSAFETY
If a lap/shoulder belt cannot be used properly, position the child in a booster seat in the
passenger’s position. For the child’s safety, check that the child meets the booster seat
manufacturer’s recommendations.
Some U.S. states and Canadian provinces/territories require children to use a booster seat
until they reach a given age or weight (e.g., 6 years or 60 lbs). Be sure to check current laws
in the state or province/territory where you intend to drive.
Allowing a child age 12 or under to sit in the vehicle can result in injury or death
if the passenger’s front airbag inflates.
If a larger child must ride in front, move the vehicle seat as far to the rear as
possible, then have the child sit up properly and wear the seat belt properly,
using a booster seat if needed.
WARNING
Safety Label Locations
Safety labels are in the locations shown. They warn you of potential hazards that can cause
serious injury or death. Read these labels carefully.
Sun Visors
U.S. models
Inverter Coolant Filler
Tank Cap Canadian models
Engine Coolant
Reserve Tank Cap
U.S. models
High Voltage System Components
Canadian models
Dashboard
U.S. models only
49kPa
NEVER OPEN WHEN HO T
Hot coolant will scald yo uN’OUVREZ PAS QUAND CHAUD.NICHT BEI HEISSEM M OTOR ÖFFNEN .49kPa
DANGER
WA RNUNG
If driving at high speeds (over 168mph/270km/h),
adjust cold tire pressure as shown below to avoid
excess heat buildup and sudden tire failure.
DRIVING SPEED TIRE COLD TIRE PRESSUREOVER 168 mph/ 270 km/h FRONT
REAR 260
KPA, 38 PSI
260 KPA, 38 PSI
WARNINGIf driving at high\6 speeds (o ver 16\fmph/2\b0km/h),
adjust cold tire pr\6essure as shown be\6low to avoid
ex cess heat buildup a\6nd sudden tire fai\6lure. Pour conduire à gra\6nde vitesse (plus d\6e 16\f mph /

2\b0 km/h) ajuster la \6pression des pneus\6 à froid, comme
indiqué ci-dessous\6, afn d’éviter l’ac\6cumulation excessive
de chaleur et une d\6éfaillance soudaine \6du pneu.
DRIVING SPEED VITESSE DE CONDUITE COLD TIRE PRESSURE PRESSION DES PNEUS À FROIDTIRE/ PNEU
FRONT/AVANT
REAR/ARRIÈRE260 KPA, 38 PSI
260 KPA, 38 PSI
OVER/ PLUS DE
168 mph/ 270 km/h
WARNINGATTENTION
U.S. models Canadian models
Doorjamb
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INSTRUMENT PANELINSTRUMENT PANEL
Malfunction Indicators
These are the most critical indicators. If they come on and stay lit while driving or at any other
time, there may be a problem. See your authorized Acura NSX dealer if necessary.
CanadaU.S.
Brake system
Brake fluid is low, or there is a malfunction in the brake system. Press the brake pedal
lightly to check pedal pressure. If normal, check the brake fluid level when you stop.
If abnormal, take immediate action. If necessary, downshift the transmission to slow
the vehicle using engine braking. Have your vehicle repaired immediately.
Low oil pressure
Engine oil pressure is low. Stop in a safe place. Open the hood and check the oil level,
and add oil if necessary. If the indicator does not turn off, have your vehicle repaired
immediately.
Malfunction indicator lamp (check engine light)
(Steady) The emissions control system may have a problem. Have you vehicle
checked by a authorized Acura NSX dealer.
(Blinks) A
misfire in the engine’s cylinders is

detected. Stop in a safe place, and wait
for the engine to cool down.
Charging system
The battery is not charging. Turn off all electrical items, but do not turn off the vehicle
to prevent further battery discharge. Have your vehicle repaired immediately.
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
There is a problem with the anti-lock brake system. Your vehicle still has normal
braking ability, but no anti-lock function.
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
There is a problem with one of the airbag systems or seat belt tensioners.
Electric Power Steering (EPS)
There is a problem with the electric power steering system.
Power system
There is a problem with the electric vehicle system. Have you vehicle checked by a
authorized Acura NSX dealer immediately.
Keyless Access System
There is a problem with the keyless access system
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) system
There is a problem with the VSA system.
SYSTEMU.S.
Canada
Brake system
There is a problem with the hydraulic brake boost system or the hill start assist
system. Have you vehicle checked by a authorized Acura NSX dealer immediately.

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VEHICLE CONTROLSVEHICLE CONTROLS
Intermittent (INT) wipers
When you move the lever to the INT position, the wipers operate based on the wiper delay.
Rotate the adjustment ring to adjust the wiper delay.
Intermittent time adjusting ringLower speed,
fewer sweeps
Higher speed,
more sweeps
Adjusting the Seats
Make seat adjustments before driving to ensure the best comfort and safety.
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Adjusting the Driver

’s seat
Adjust the driver’s seat as far back as possible while allowing
you to maintain full control of the vehicle. You should be able
to sit upright and well back in the seat, adequately press the
pedals without leaning forward, and grip the steering wheel
comfortably. The passenger’s seat should be adjusted so that
it is as far back from the front airbag in the dashboard as
possible.
Allow sufcient
space.
Move
back.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Transport Canada recommend that
drivers allow at least 10 inches (25 cm) between the center of the steering wheel and their
chest.