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4. Press the accelerator to the floor.
5.
When Launch Mode Ready appears in the Driver
Information Interface, r
elease the brake all at once.
To cancel Launch Mode, take your foot off the accelerator.
Using this system on public roads that are used by other vehicles and pedestrians
can result in a collision involving serious injury or death.
WARNING
Braking
Slow down or stop your vehicle, and keep it from moving when parked.
n
Foot Brake
Press the
brake pedal to slow down or stop your vehicle
from moving.
There are times you may hear brake squeal. This is a
characteristic of the high-performance braking system and is
not a malfunction.
Brake pedal
n Brake Assist System
During hard or emer
gency braking, the system increases braking force. The brake pedal may
move slightly or make a noise; this is normal. Continue to hold the brake pedal firmly down.
n
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
During har
d or emergency braking, the system rapidly pumps the brakes to prevent wheel
lockup and help you maintain steering control. Do not pump the brake pedal, and continue
to firmly hold it down.
The ABS may not function correctly if you use an incorrect tire type and size.
NOTICE
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n Parking Brake
Keep the
vehicle from moving when it is parked.
To apply: Pull up the switch. The parking brake indicator
appears in the instrument panel.
To release: Press the brake pedal and make sure your seat
belt is fastened. Press the switch down to release.
You can also lightly press the accelerator pedal if your seat
belt is fastened, the vehicle is on, and not in Park or Neutral.
Electric Parking Brake Switch
Electric Parking Brake Switch
Accelerator Pedal
Automatic Brake Hold
Maintains rear brake hold even after the brake pedal is released. Make sure the vehicle is on and
your seat belt is fastened when operating this feature.
1.
Press the BRAKE HOLD button. The BRAKE HOLD indicator
appears in
the instrument panel.
2.
With the transmission in D, M, or N, pr
ess the brake pedal and
come to a complete stop. The HOLD indicator appears, and
brake hold is applied. Release the brake pedal.
Press the accelerator pedal to cancel brake hold and start
moving.
Accelerator Peda lBrake PedalAutomatic Brake
Hold Button
Off
On OnGoes
On
On
On
U.S.
Canada
Accelerator Peda
lBrake PedalAutomatic Brake
Hold Button
Off
On OnGoes
On
On
On
U.S.
Canada
To turn off brake hold: Press the brake pedal and press the BRAKE
HOLD button again.
Automatic brake hold cancels when:
•
Braking is applied for more than 10 minutes.
•
The driver’
s seat belt is unfastened.
•
The power system is turned off.
Accelerator Peda lBrake PedalAutomatic Brake
Hold Button
Off
On OnGoes
On
On
On
U.S.
Canada
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Parking Sensor System*
When you are parking or backing up and the system senses nearby objects, indicators appear on
the display and a series of beeps sound. As you get closer to the objects, the beep rate increases.
Within about 24 in (60 cm) or less
Front Corner Sensors
Rear Corner Sensor sRear Center Sensors
Within about 43 in (110 cm) or less
Within about 39 in (100 cm) or less
Front Center Sensors
n Turning the System On or Off
Press the parking sensor button.
A green indicator light
appears on the button when the system is on.
*if equipped
Multi-View Rear Camera
When you shift into Reverse (R), a real-time image of the area behind your vehicle is shown in
the display, along with helpful parking guidelines.
Wide view Normal viewTop down view
Use the touchscreen to
toggle between views.
The rear camera view is restricted. You cannot see the corner ends of the bumper or what is
underneath the bumper. Its unique lens also makes objects appear closer or farther than they
actually are.
Visually confirm that it is safe to drive before backing up. Certain conditions (such as weather,
lighting, and high temperatures) may also restrict the rear view. Do not rely on the rearview
display, which does not give you all information about conditions at the rear of your vehicle.
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Jump Starting
Turn off the power to electric devices, such as audio and lights. Turn off the power system, then
open the hood.
1.
Remove
the maintenance cover (see page 183), then slide
the terminal cover on your 12-volt battery’s (+) terminal
2.
Connect the first jumper
cable to your vehicle’s 12-volt
battery (+) terminal.
3.
Connect the other end of the first
jumper cable to the
booster battery (+) terminal. Use a 12-volt booster battery
only.
4.
Connect the second jumper cable to
the booster battery (-)
terminal.
5.
Connect the other end of the second
jumper cable to the
front frame (as shown). Do not connect this jumper cable to
any other part.
Booster Battery
Terminal Cover
A battery can explode if you do not follow the correct procedure, seriously injuring
anyone nearby.
Keep all sparks, open flames, and smoking materials away from the battery.
WARNING
n After the Engine Starts
Once your
vehicle’s engine has started, remove the jumper cables in the following order:
1.
Disconnect the jumper cable from
your vehicle’s ground.
2.
Disconnect the other end of the jumper cable
from the assisting vehicle’s (-) terminal.
3.
Disconnect the jumper cable from
the assisting vehicle’s (+) terminal.
4.
Disconnect the other end of the jumper cable
from your vehicle’s (+) terminal.
Have your vehicle inspected by a nearby service station or an authorized Acura NSX
dealer.
If your vehicle is connected to another vehicle, start the assisting vehicle’s engine and increase
its rpm slightly.
Attempt to start your vehicle’s engine. If it turns over slowly, make sure the jumper cables have
good metal-to-metal contact.
WARNING: Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds.
Wash your hands after handling.
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Overheating
If the temperature gauge needle is at the H mark, the engine suddenly loses power, or steam or
spray comes out from under the hatch, your engine is overheating.
Immediately park the vehicle in a safe place. Turn off all accessories and turn on the hazard
warning lights. Change the gear position to (P).
If no steam or spray is present: Keep the power system on and open the hatch.
If steam or spray is present: Turn off the power system and wait until it subsides. Then, open
the hatch.
Check that the cooling fan is operating and turn the power system off once the temperature
gauge needle comes down. If the cooling fan is not operating, immediately turn the power
system off.
Once the engine has cooled down, inspect the coolant level and
check the cooling system components for leaks. If the coolant
level in the reserve tank is low, or no coolant is in the tank, check
that the radiator is cool. Cover the reserve tank cap with a heavy
cloth and open the cap. Add coolant until it reaches the MAX
mark, and put the cap back on.
Reserve TankMAXMIN
Once the engine has cooled sufficiently, turn the power system on and check the temperature
gauge. If the temperature needle has gone down, resume driving. If it has not gone down,
contact an authorized Acura NSX dealer for repairs.
Steam and spray from an overheated engine can seriously scald you.
Do not open the hatch if steam is coming out.
WARNING
Removing the radiator 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 radiator cap.
WARNING
Continuing to drive with the temperature gauge needle at the H mark may damage the engine.
NOTICE
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Tire Repair Kit
If a tire has a small puncture, you can use the tire repair kit to temporarily repair it. The puncture
must be smaller than 3/16-inch (4 mm) and not in the tire sidewall. Go to a authorized Acura
NSX dealer to have the full-size tire permanently repaired or replaced.
n
Before Repairing
the Tire
•
Park the v
ehicle on a firm, level, and non-slippery surface.
•
Make sure the
vehicle is in Park (P), and apply the parking brake.
•
Turn on the hazard warning
lights, and turn the power system off. n
Getting Ready to R
epair the Tire
1. Open the hatch.
2.
Loosen the tool box tie-downs and
remove the tool box
lid.
3.
Take the kit out of the tool
box.
4.
Place the kit face up on
flat ground near the punctured
tire and away from traffic. Do not place the kit on its side.
Follow the instructions in the kit to repair the tire.Lid Tie Down
Tire Repair Kit
Do not use an unapproved puncture-repairing agent other than the one provided in the kit
that came with your vehicle. If a different agent is used, you may permanently damage the
tire pressure sensor.
NOTICE
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Fuse Locations
If any electrical devices are not working, set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK) and check
to see if any applicable fuse is blown. Fuse locations are shown on the fuse box cover. Locate the
fuse by the fuse number and box cover number.
n
Hood Fuse Box A
Located near the
radiator. Push the tabs to open the box.
Fuses shown on next page.
Circuit Protected Amps
1
70A50A40A20A30A200A
2(50 A) 60 A
(6 0A )
(5 0A )
30 A
30 A
(4 0A )
30 A
30 A
3
(40A )30A(30 A)30A
4 (30 A)10
A
57.5A
610 A
77.5ALeft Headlight High Beam VFP2EPS
Cooling Fan
ABS/VSA Motor ABS/VSA FS R
AS F/B Main Main Fuse
F/B Main 1
Left Electric Parking Brake Motor
Right Electric Parking Brake Motor
Heater Motor 2
Heater Motor 1
E-OP
ADS
AMP
*
Parking Light IGPS PCS 8
Left Headlight Low Beam 10 A
9Right Headlight High Beam
10 10
A
Right Headlight Low Beam10 A
11IGPS Fan 7.5 A
12 FI Main15A
13FI Sub14 20
A
Back Up7.5A
15SBW ECU16 7.5 A
DBW 115A
17IG Coil15 A
18 DBW215A
19Parking Light & Headlight Main 20
A
20 Rear Defroste r
20A
21Front Washer 20A
22 ISC15A
23
24 ACC/IG2 Main 10 A
2510 A
26 Daytime Running Lights
Horn10A
27Interior Lights 7.5 A
28 IGP215A
29Audio10 A
AmpsCircuit Protecte dCircuit Protected Amps
1
70A50A40A20A30A200A
2(50 A) 60 A
(6 0A )
(5 0A )
30 A
30 A
(4 0A )
30 A
30 A
3
(40A )30A(30 A)30A
4 (30 A)10
A
57.5A
610 A
77.5ALeft Headlight High Beam VFP2EPS
Cooling Fan
ABS/VSA Motor ABS/VSA FS R
AS F/B Main Main Fuse
F/B Main 1
Left Electric Parking Brake Motor
Right Electric Parking Brake Motor
Heater Motor 2
Heater Motor 1
E-OP
ADS
AMP
*
Parking Light IGPS PCS 8
Left Headlight Low Beam 10 A
9Right Headlight High Beam
10 10
A
Right Headlight Low Beam10 A
11IGPS Fan 7.5 A
12 FI Main15A
13FI Sub14 20
A
Back Up7.5A
15SBW ECU16 7.5 A
DBW 115A
17IG Coil15 A
18 DBW215A
19Parking Light & Headlight Main 20
A
20 Rear Defroste r
20A
21Front Washer 20A
22 ISC15A
23
24 ACC/IG2 Main 10 A
2510 A
26 Daytime Running Lights
Horn10A
27Interior Lights 7.5 A
28 IGP215A
29Audio10 A
AmpsCircuit Protecte d
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n Hood Fuse Box B
Located near the 12-volt battery
. Remove the maintenance cover, then push the tabs to
open the box.
AmpsCircuit Protected
160 A 60A30A30A30A30A40A
230 A
320 A
47. 5A
5
6 7.
5A20 A
7
8 7.
5A10 A
9
107. 5A
11
12 7.
5A
13
14
15
16
1710A
SBW
F/B Main 2
Wiper
Passenger Power Window IG Main1
Driver Power Window ESB
IG Main2
IMA Moto r
BM S
Stop
Turbo W/ G
Hazard WA/
C/ P
AEV
FI-ECU Backup
IMA Motor
n Driver’s Side Fuse Box
Located under the dashboard.
Circuit Protected Amps110A
215 A
37.5 A
4
520 A
6
20 A
715 A
87.5 A
97.5 A
1010 A
1110 A
12 1310 A
147.5 A
15
(20A )
16
(7.5 A)
17(20A )
1810 A
19
207.5 A
21
7.5 A
227.5 A
237.5 A
Passenger’s Door Handle Door LockSMART
Front Accessory Power Socket
Fuel Pum p
MISS SO L
ENG
VSA/ABS SRS
Power System 2
Power System 1
Fuel Lid
Driver’s Power Seat Reclining *
Seat Heater *
Driver’s Door Handle
Passenger’s Side Door Unlock
Daytime Running Lights
Key Lock
Air Conditionin g
24Feed Back IG1a 7.5A
25Instrument Panel Lights7.5A
26Power Lumbar Support *(7.5
A)
27Parking Lights7.5A
28Sub Main15 A29Meter10 A30DR27.5A
31Sub Fuel Pump15 A
32SR S10 A
33Passenger’s Side Door Lock 7.5A34Driver’s Door Lock7.5A
35Driver’s Door Unlock7.5A
36Driver’s Power Seat Sliding *(2
0A )
37
7.5A
Right Daytime Running
Light
38
7.5A39 Left Daytime Running LightFeed Back IG1b7.5A
40ACC7.5A
41 42
AmpsCircuit Protecte d
Fuse Label
Circuit Protected Amps110A
215 A
37.5 A
4
520 A
6
20 A
715 A
87.5 A
97.5 A
1010 A
1110 A
12 1310 A
147.5 A
15
(20A )
16
(7.5 A)
17(20A )
1810 A
19
207.5 A
21
7.5 A
227.5 A
237.5 A
Passenger’s Door Handle Door LockSMART
Front Accessory Power Socket
Fuel Pum p
MISS SO L
ENG
VSA/ABS SRS
Power System 2
Power System 1
Fuel Lid
Driver’s Power Seat Reclining *
Seat Heater *
Driver’s Door Handle
Passenger’s Side Door Unlock
Daytime Running Lights
Key Lock
Air Conditionin g
24Feed Back IG1a 7.5A
25Instrument Panel Lights7.5A
26Power Lumbar Support *(7.5
A)
27Parking Lights7.5A
28Sub Main15 A29Meter10 A30DR27.5A
31Sub Fuel Pump15 A
32SR S10 A
33Passenger’s Side Door Lock 7.5A34Driver’s Door Lock7.5A
35Driver’s Door Unlock7.5A
36Driver’s Power Seat Sliding *(2
0A )
37
7.5A
Right Daytime Running
Light
38
7.5A39 Left Daytime Running LightFeed Back IG1b7.5A
40ACC7.5A
41 42
AmpsCircuit Protecte d
*if equipped