2017 Acura NSX check engine light

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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.
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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.
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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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DRIVINGNAVIGATION
n Traffic
View traffic flow and incidents in select metr
o areas. Traffic alerts are accompanied by an
audible beep. Pop-up messages and traffic information can be viewed when you are on the
map screen. You can also select traffic to avoid. Traffic coverage is limited in Canada.
Viewing traffic
1.
From the map scr

een, select the traffic icon.
2.
Select Traffic Conditions.
3.
Traffic icons are shown on

the map. Select the magnifying
glass icon to display a full list of traffic delays.
To mute traffic alerts and voice guidance: From the map screen, press MENU. Select Mute.
To lower voice guidance volume, see page 117.
Avoiding traffic on your route
1.
From the map scr

een, select the traffic icon.
2.
Select Traffic on R

oute.
3.
Select an incident to avoid fr

om the list.
4. Select the menu icon.
5.
Select Avoid.
DRIVING
Learn about preparation for driving and other features.
Before Driving
n Break In
Avoid har d braking for the first 200 miles (300 km). You should also follow this
recommendation when the brake pads are replaced.
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Exterior Checks
Make sure ther

e are no obstructions on the windows, door mirrors, exterior lights, or other
parts of the vehicle.
Remove any frost, snow, or ice.
Make sure the hood and hatch are securely closed.
Heat from the engine and exhaust can ignite flammable materials in the engine
compartment, causing a fire. If you’ve parked your vehicle for an extended period, inspect
and remove any debris that may have collected, such as dried grass and leaves that have
fallen or have been carried in for use as a nest by a small animal. Also check for leftover
flammable materials after you or someone else has performed maintenance on your vehicle.
Make sure the tires are in good condition.
Make sure there are no people or objects behind or around the vehicle.

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DRIVINGDRIVING
Starting to Drive
The keyless access system allows simple push-button start.
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Before Starting the Engine
Check

that the parking brake is applied (pull up on the switch
and look for the indicator light), then depress the brake pedal.
Keep your foot firmly on the brake pedal when starting the
engine.
The engine will be harder to start in cold weather and in
thinner air found at altitudes above 8,000 feet (2,400
m). When starting the engine in cold weather, turn off all
electrical accessories such as the lights, climate control
system, and rear defogger in order to reduce battery drain.
The vehicle will not start if the High Voltage battery
temperature drops below -4F (-20C). Plan your driving and
storage appropriately if you expect this to happen.
Brake pedal
n Changing the Power Mode
Accessory
or On mode: Press the ENGINE START/STOP
button once without pressing the accelerator pedal for
Accessory mode. Press it again for On mode.
Starting the power system: Make sure the parking brake
is applied. Then, press the brake pedal while you press
the ENGINE START/STOP button once. Do not press the
accelerator.
•
When IDS is in QUIET mode: Whether the engine starts
depends on the

engine temperature and the charge in the
High Voltage batteries.
•
When IDS is in SPORT mode: The engine

will start.
Turning the power system off: Select Park (P), then press
the ENGINE START/STOP button.

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HANDLING THE UNEXPECTEDHANDLING THE UNEXPECTED
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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MAINTENANCEHANDLING THE UNEXPECTED
n Inspecting and Changing Fuses
Set the power mode to
VEHICLE OFF (LOCK). Turn off the
headlights and all accessories.
Remove the fuse box cover.
Check the large fuse in the hood.
If the fuse is blown, use a Phillips-head screwdriver to remove
the screws and replace the fuse with a new one. Reinstall the
screws.
Inspect the small fuses in the hood and the vehicle interior.
If there is a burned out fuse, remove it with the fuse puller and
replace it with a new one.
Blown fuse
Combined fuse
Fuse puller
Replacing a fuse with one that has a higher rating greatly increases the chances of damaging
the electrical system.
NOTICE
MAINTENANCE
Learn about basic maintenance that you can perform on the vehicle yourself, as well as
information about how to best maintain the vehicle.
Safety Precautions
Some of the most important safety precautions are listed below; however, we cannot warn you
of every conceivable hazard that can arise in performing maintenance. Only you can decide
whether or not you should perform a given task.
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Maintenance Safety
To reduce the possibility
of fire or explosion, keep cigarettes, sparks, and flames away from
the battery and all fuel-related parts.
Never leave rags, towels, or other flammable objects in the engine compartment.
To clean parts, use a commercially available degreaser or parts cleaner, not gasoline.
Wear eye protection and protective clothing when working with the battery or compressed
air.
Do not run the engine in confined spaces where carbon monoxide gas can accumulate.
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Vehicle Safety
The vehicle must be stationary

, and parked on level ground with the parking brake set and
the engine off.
Be aware that hot parts can burn you.
Be aware that moving parts can injure you.

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MAINTENANCEMAINTENANCE
Testing of Readiness Codes
Your vehicle has readiness codes as part of the onboard self-diagnostic system. Some states use these
codes for testing to verify your vehicle’s emissions components are working properly. The codes may
not be read if you go through the testing just after the battery has gone dead or been disconnected.
To check if they are set, turn the vehicle on without starting the engine. The malfunction indicator
lamp will come on for several seconds. If it goes off, the readiness codes are set. If it blinks five times,
the readiness codes are not set.
If you are required to have your vehicle tested before the readiness codes are set, prepare the vehicle
for retesting by doing the following:
1.
Fill the gas tank to appro

ximately 3/4 full.
2.
Park the v

ehicle and leave the power system off for 6 hours or more.
3.
Make sure the ambient

temperature is between 40°F and 95°F (4°C and 35°C).
4.
Turn the power system on without

touching the accerator pedal, and let it idle for 20 seconds.
5.
Still in Park (P), increase the engine speed

to 2.000 rpm and hold it for about three minutes.
6.
Let the engine idle for 20 seconds without

touching the accelerator.
7.
Select a nearby, lightly

traveled major highway where you can maintain a speed of 50 mph (80
km/h) for at least 20 minutes. Drive on the highway with the vehicle in D and in SPORT mode. Do
not use cruise control.
8.
Drive in city or suburban traffic

for at least 10 minutes. When traffic conditions allow, let the
vehicle coast for several seconds without using the accelerator pedal or the brake pedal.
9.
Park the v

ehicle and leave the power system off for 40 minutes.
The readiness codes are erased when the battery is disconnected, and set again only after several
days of driving under a variety of conditions.
If a testing facility determines that the readiness codes are not set, you may be requested to return at
a later date to complete the test, or see your authorized Acura NSX dealer.
Long-Term Storage
If you need to park your vehicle for an extended period (more than one month), there are
several things you should do to prepare it for storage. This helps reduce possible deterioration of
vehicle components and overall condition, which allows you to get the vehicle back on the road
with minimal delay. These are:
•
If possible, store your NSX in a garage

or enclosed area.
•
Fill the fuel tank completely

.
•
Change the engine oil and filter

.
•
Wash and dry the exterior completel

y.
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Clean the interior. Make sur

e the carpeting, floor mats, etc., are completely dry.
•
Put the transmission in (P). Release

the parking brake.
•
Leave one window

open slightly (if the vehicle is being stored indoors).
•
Connect the 12-volt battery

to an accessory battery charger. For more information on how
to maintain your 12-volt battery, consult an authorized Acura NSX dealer.
•
If the vehicle is

to be stored for a longer period of time, it should be supported on jack
stands to raise the tires off the ground to prevent tire flat spotting. Consult an authorized
Acura NSX dealer for information about the correct jack stands.
•
Support the front wiper

blade arms with a folded towel or rag so they do not touch the
windshield.
•
Cover

the vehicle with a breathable cover, one made from a porous material such as cotton.
Nonporous materials (such as plastic sheeting) may trap moisture, which can damage the
paint.

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VOICE COMMAND INDEXVOICE COMMAND INDEX
Cruise control ................................................................. 143
Adjusting the Vehicle Speed ................................... 144
Canceling Cruise Control ......................................... 144
Setting the Vehicle Speed ....................................... 144
Customized features ....................................................... 78
Devices That Emit Radio W

aves
................................. 216
Display Audio .................................................................. 84
Apps or Widgets .......................................................... 85
Changing Icon Order .................................................. 85
Wi-Fi Connection ........................................................ 87
Doors Auto Pop-Out Main S

witch
...................................... 55
Door Operation ........................................................... 57
Inner Handle ................................................................ 58
Lock tab ........................................................................\
. 57
Master door-lock switch ............................................ 57
Unlocking/Locking the Doors ................................... 55
Unlocking the Hatch .................................................. 56
Driver Information Interface ......................................... 51
Driving Changing the Power Mode
...................................... 131
Cold Weather

Driving
............................................... 155
Electronic Gear Selector .......................................... 132
Emergency Shutdown ................................................ 18
Exterior Checks .......................................................... 125
High-Performance Driving ...................................... 150
Integrated Dynamics System (IDS) ....................... 136
Interior Checks ........................................................... 126
Launch Control .......................................................... 137
Rear camera ............................................................... 147
Refueling ..................................................................... 148
Sequential Shift Mode ............................................. 133Emergency engine stop
................................................
157
Exterior lights .................................................................. 60
Floor mats ........................................................................\
. 69
FM Radio Commands ................................................... 221
Frequentl

y-asked questions
........................................ 211
Fuses Changing
..................................................................... 1 74
Location ...................................................................... 168
HandsFr

eeLink
................................................................ 101
Call history ................................................................. 107
Dialing ........................................................................\
104
E-mail ........................................................................\
. 108
Pairing a phone ..................................................... 8, 103
Phonebook ................................................................. 105
Siri Eyes-Fr

ee
.............................................................. 109
SMS text messaging ................................................ 108
Speed dial .......................................................... 106, 107
TALK button ............................................................... 102
Voice recognition ......................................................... 11
HandsFreeLink contr

ols
................................................ 101
Hatch Main Switch
.................................................................. 58
Opening the Hatch ..................................................... 58
Unlocking the Hatch .................................................. 56
High-Performance Driving...........................................

150
High-Voltage System Precautions
............................... 18
HomeLink ........................................................................\
.. 74
In Case of a C

ollision
....................................................... 18
Instrument Panel ............................................................. 45
Brightness Control ...................................................... 61
Driver Information Interface..................................... 51Instrument panel indicators
..................................
45, 48
Anti-Lock Brake S ystem ............................................ 46
Automatic brake hold ................................................ 50
Brake system ......................................................... 46, 47
Brake Wear .................................................................. 49
Charging system ........................................................ 46
check engine light ...................................................... 46
CRUISE ........................................................................\
.. 50
Electric Power Steering .............................................. 47
Exterior lights ............................................................... 50
High beams .................................................................. 50
Immobilizer ................................................................. 49
Immobilizer/security system ................................... 49
Keyless Access S

ystem
............................................... 47
Low fuel ........................................................................\
48
Low oil pressur

e
.......................................................... 46
Low tire pr

essure
........................................................ 48
Parking brake...............................................................

48
Power system............................................................... 47
Ready
........................................................................\
.... 49
Seat belt reminder ..................................................... 48
Supplemental Restraint S

ystem
.............................. 47
System message ......................................................... 48
Turn signals/hazards on ............................................. 50
Vehicle Stability Assist ............................................... 47
VSA ........................................................................\
........ 50
Integrated Dynamics System (IDS) ........................... 136
Interior lights .................................................................... 61
iPod® Commands .......................................................... 221
Jump starting .................................................................. 158
Keyless Access

System
................................................... 55Lights
Exterior lights
.............................................................. 60
Interior lights ............................................................... 61
Map Lights .................................................................... 62
Load Limit ....................................................................... 127
Long-Term Storage ....................................................... 207
Maintenance Battery........................................................................\
. 193
Brak

e fluid
................................................................... 192
Engine coolant ........................................................... 189
Engine oil .................................................. 185, 186, 187
High Voltage Battery ................................................ 127
Inverter Coolant ........................................................ 191
Maintenance Minder ................................................ 177
Opening the hatch .................................................... 183
Opening the hood ..................................................... 181
Removing

the Engine Compartment Cover
......... 183
Resetting the Engine

Oil Life
.................................. 188
Service codes ............................................................. 179
Window washer fluid ............................................... 191
Wiper blades .............................................................. 195
Mirrors ........................................................................\
....... 72
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror .................... 72
Door mirrors................................................................. 72
R

everse tilt-down mirrors
......................................... 73
Music search .................................................................. 222