2017 Acura NSX service

162 || 163
HANDLING THE UNEXPECTEDHANDLING THE UNEXPECTED
Emergency Towing
This vehicle requires flat bed towing. Call a professional towing service if you need to tow
your vehicle. The operator loads your vehicle on the back of a truck.
Trying to lift or tow your vehicle by the bumpers will cause serious damage. The bumpers are
not designed to support the vehicle’s weight.
Improper towing such as towing behind a motorhome or other motor vehicle can damage the
transmission.
NOTICE
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Monitors the tire pressure while you are driving.
If your vehicle’s tire pressure becomes significantly low, the low
tire pressure indicator comes on and a message appears on the
multi-information display. Roll the right selector wheel on the
steering wheel to view the tire pressure monitor.
n What to Do
Stop your
vehicle in a safe place. Check the tire pressure and adjust the pressure to the
specified level. The specified tire pressure is on a label on the driver’s doorjamb.
Driving on an extremely underinflated tire can cause it to overheat. An overheated tire can
fail. Always inflate your tires to the specified pressure.
NOTICE

176 || 177
MAINTENANCEMAINTENANCE
Improperly maintaining this vehicle or failing to correct a problem before driving
can cause a crash in which you can be seriously hurt or killed.
Always follow the inspection and maintenance recommendations according to
the schedules in this guide.
WARNING
Failure to properly follow maintenance instructions and precautions can cause
you to be seriously hurt or killed.
Always follow the procedures and precautions in this guide.
WARNING
Maintenance Minder™
When maintenance is due, the system message indicator comes on and the Maintenance
Minder appears on the multi-information display every time you turn the vehicle on. Press the
Info (p/q) buttons on the steering wheel to change displays.
See page 179 to check the indicated maintenance service(s).
Maintenance Service Items
Remaining Engine Oil Life
Righ t Selector Whee l

178 || 179
MAINTENANCEMAINTENANCE
Independent of the Maintenance Minder information:
•
Replace the brake

fluid every 3 years.
•
Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000 km).
•
Adjust the val

ves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if they are noisy.
•
Inspect the fuel injection systems every 3

years.
•
Inspect tire condition every 3,

100 miles (5,000 km).
For U.S. models: Maintenance, replacement, or repair of emissions control devices and systems may
be done by any automotive repair establishment or individuals using parts that are certified to EPA
standards.
According to state and federal regulations, failure to perform maintenance on the maintenance main items
marked with # will not void your emissions warranties. However, all maintenance services should be performed
in accordance with the intervals indicated by the multi-information display.
n Maintenance Minder Service Codes
These codes indicate what services are due on your vehicle.
*1: If a message SERVICE does not appear more than 12 months after the displ\
ay is reset,
CODE
change the engine oil every year.
See information on maintenance and emissions warranty.
A Maintenance Main Items
B
Inspect exhaust system#
Inspect fuel lines and connections#
Inspect direct injection + port injection fuel system
Replace engine oi
l*1
Replace engine oil*1 and oil lter
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 uid levels and condition of uids
#

188 || 189
MAINTENANCEMAINTENANCE
n Resetting the Engine Oil Life
If you change or
replace the vehicle’s engine oil yourself, you must reset the engine oil
life. Use the right selector wheel on the steering wheel to make selections in the driver
information interface.
Whee lRight Selector
Set the power mode to ON. Roll the wheel until the oil life displays in the driver information
interface.
Press the wheel for at least 10 seconds, until you enter reset mode.
Select All Items Due, then press the wheel. The maintenance items disappear, and the
engine oil life display returns to 100%.
Failure to reset the engine oil life after a maintenance service results in the system showing
incorrect maintenance intervals, which can lead to serious mechanical problems.
NOTICE
Engine Coolant
Park the vehicle on level ground. Check the reserve tank and the coolant level in the radiator.
We specify Acura Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2.
n
Checking the Coolant Lev

el
Open the hatch and remove the driver’s side engine cover (see
page 183).
If the coolant level in the reserve tank is below the MIN mark,
add the specified coolant until it reaches the MAX mark.
Inspect the cooling system for leaks.
Reserve Tank MAXMIN
If temperatures consistently below −22°F (−30°C) are expected, the coolant mixture should
be changed to a higher concentration. Consult your authorized Acura NSX dealer for more
information.
NOTICE

190 || 191
MAINTENANCEMAINTENANCE
n Adding Coolant
Make sure
the engine and radiator are cool.
Turn the reserve tank cap counterclockwise and relieve any
pressure in the coolant system. Do not push the cap down
when turning.
Push down and turn the cap counterclockwise to remove it.
Pour coolant into the reserve tank until it reaches the MAX
mark. Put the cap back on the reserve tank and tighten.
Reserve Tank
Cap
Removing the reserve tank cap while the engine is hot can cause the coolant to
spray out, seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and radiator cool down before removing the reserve tank
cap.
WARNING
Pour the fluid slowly and carefully so you do not spill any. Clean up any spills immediately;
they can damage components in the engine compartment.
NOTICE
Inverter Coolant
Check the inverter coolant level every time you refuel
n
Checking the Inverter

Coolant Level
Open the hood.
If the inverter coolant is below the MIN level, have your
vehicle serviced at an authorized Acura NSX dealer.
MA X
MIN
Filler
Tank
Window Washer Fluid
If the washer fluid is low, a message will appear on the driver information interface. Do not
overfill the reservoir.
Do not use engine antifreeze or a vinegar/water solution in the windshield washer reservoir.
Antifreeze can damage your vehicle’s paint. A vinegar/water solution can damage the windshield
washer pump.
NOTICE

194 || 195
MAINTENANCEMAINTENANCE
The battery gives off explosive hydrogen gas during normal operation.
A spark or flame can cause the battery to explode with enough force to kill or
seriously hurt you.
When conducting any battery maintenance, wear protective clothing and a face
shield, or have a skilled technician do it.
WARNING
WARNING: Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds.
Wash your hands after handling.
Changing Wiper Blades
If the wiper blades leave streaks across the windshield, try cleaning them first with a paper towel
or soft cloth and wiper fluid. If the wiper blade rubber has deteriorated, you should change the
wiper blades.
1.
Hold the wiper switch in MIST as y

ou change the power
mode to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK). The wiper arms will move into
the service position.
2. Lift both wiper arms.
3. For each wiper, press and hold the tab, then slide the wiper
blade holder out fr om the wiper arm.
Tab

200 || 201
MAINTENANCEMAINTENANCE
n Tire and Wheel Replacement
Replace y
our tires with radials of the same size, load range, speed rating, and maximum
cold tire pressure rating (as shown on the tire’s sidewall). Using tires of a different size or
construction can cause certain vehicle systems to work incorrectly. It is best to replace all
four tires at the same time. If that isn’t possible, replace the front or rear tires in pairs.
If you change or replace a wheel, make sure that the wheel’s specifications match those of
the original wheels. Only use TPMS-specified wheels approved for your vehicle.
Installing improper tires on your vehicle can affect handling and stability.
This can cause a crash in which you can be seriously hurt or killed.
Always use the size and type of tires recommended in the owner’s manual.
WARNING
n Tire Service Life
The life of y
our tires is dependent on many factors, including driving habits, road conditions,
vehicle loading, inflation pressure, maintenance history, speed, and environmental
conditions (even when the tires are not in use).
In addition to regular inspections and inflation pressure maintenance, it is recommended
that you have annual inspections performed once the tires reach five years old. All tires,
including the spare, should be removed from service after 10 years from the date of
manufacture, regardless of their condition or state of wear. n
Winter Tires
If driving on snowy

or frozen roads, mount all season tires marked “M+S”, snow tires, or
tire chains; reduce speed; and maintain sufficient distance between vehicles when driving.
For winter tires, select the size and load ranges that are the same as the original tires, and
mount them to all four wheels.
n
Tire Chains
Tire chains can be used onl
y in conjunction with winter tires. Install tire chains on the rear
tires only.
For 295/30R20 (97V) winter tires: Auto-trac 232405
For 305/30R20 (103W) XL winter tires: K-Summit K-44
Mount chains as tightly as you can, and make sure that they do not touch the brake lines or
suspension.
Using the wrong chains, or not properly installing chains, can damage the brake
lines and cause a crash in which you can be seriously injured or killed.
Follow all instructions in this guide regarding the selection and use of tire chains.
WARNING
Traction devices that are the wrong size or improperly installed can damage your vehicle’s
brake lines, suspension, body, and wheels. Stop driving if they are hitting any part of the
vehicle.
NOTICE

204 || 205
MAINTENANCEMAINTENANCE
DOT Tire Quality Grading
The tires on your vehicle meet all U.S. Federal Safety Requirements. All tires are also graded for
treadwear, traction, and temperature performance according to Department of Transportation
(DOT) standards. The following explains these gradings.
n
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Quality grades can be found

where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder
and maximum section width.
For example:
Treadwear 200
Traction AA
Temperature A
All passenger car tires must conform to Federal Safety Requirements in addition to these
grades.
n
Treadwear
The tr

eadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested
under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire
graded 150 would wear one and one-half (1 1/2) times as well on the government course as
a tire graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of
their use, however, and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving
habits, service practices, and differences in road characteristics and climate. n
Traction
The traction grades,

from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, and C. Those grades represent the
tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified
government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction
performance.
WARNING: The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead braking
traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or peak traction
characteristics.
n
Temperature
The

temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the
generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions
on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the
material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to
sudden tire failure. The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger
car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and
A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum
required by law.
WARNING: The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly
inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either
separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure.