2017 Acura NSX parking brake

*if equipped
Acura Total Luxury Care Roadside Assistance
Your Acura TLC Roadside Assistance representative is here to help you 24 hours a day, 7 days
a week. Under your 4-year/50,000-mile (80,000 km) warranty, the following benefits are
available:
Towing services—full cost of towing to the closest authorized Acura NSX dealer
Roadside assistance—jump starting, fuel delivery, lockout, and flat tire
Trip planning—detailed trip routing, emergency services, and more
U.S. customers
(800) 594-8500
Canadian customers
(800) 565-7587 (Canada)
Acura Client Relations
Your authorized Acura NSX dealer should be able to answer any questions you have about your
vehicle. However, if you are dissatisfied with the information you receive, you can call Acura
Client Relations (see page 213):
U.S. customers
Main line: (800) 382-2238
NSX specialists: (844) 68-ACURA [682-2872]
Canadian customers
Main line: (888) 922-8729
NSX specialists: (844) 9MYNSX9 [969-6799]
ACURALINK®* .............................................................110
AcuraLink Messages ........................................................ 110
Subscription Features ..................................................... 112
NAVIGATION*
............................................................ 114
Basic Navigation Operation .......................................... 114
Entering a Destination .................................................... 118
Routing ........................................................................\
...... 122
DRIVING
...................................................................... 125
Before Driving ................................................................... 125
High Voltage Battery Maintenance ............................. 127
Maximum Load Limit ...................................................... 127
Starting to Drive .............................................................. 130
Shifting........................................................................\
....... 132
Car Wash Mode
................................................................ 135
Integrated Dynamics System (IDS) .............................. 136
Braking ........................................................................\
....... 139
Automatic Brake Hold .................................................... 141
Cruise Control .................................................................. 143
Vehicle Stability Assist® (VSA®) ..................................... 145
Parking Sensor System* ................................................. 146
Multi-View Rear Camera ................................................ 147
Refueling ........................................................................\
....148
High-Performance Driving ............................................. 150
Cold or Rainy Weather Driving ..................................... 155
HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED ................................156
Keyless Access Remote Battery Strength
................... 156
Emergency Power System Off ...................................... 157
Jump Starting ................................................................... 158
Overheating ...................................................................... 160
Emergency Towing ........................................................... 162
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
................... 163Tire Repair Kit
...................................................................
166
Fuse Locations .................................................................. 168
MAINTENANCE
.......................................................... 175
Safety Precautions........................................................... 175
Maintenance Minder
™ .................................................... 177
Under the Hood ............................................................... 182
Under the Hatch ..............................................................184
Engine Oil ........................................................................\
.. 185
Engine Coolant ................................................................. 189
Inverter Coolant ............................................................... 191
Window Washer Fluid ..................................................... 191
Brake Fluid ........................................................................\
. 192
Checking the 12-Volt Battery ........................................ 193
Changing Wiper Blades .................................................. 195
Tire Information ............................................................... 197
Tire Labeling..................................................................... 202
DOT Tire Quality Grading
............................................. 204
Testing of Readiness Codes ........................................... 206
Long-Term Storage
......................................................... 207
Paint Care ........................................................................\
. 208
SPECIFICATIONS
....................................................... 209
CLIENT INFORMATION
............................................. 211
Frequently Asked Questions/Troubleshooting .......... 211
Contact Us ........................................................................\
213
Acura Total Luxury Care Roadside Assistance ............ 214
EPA Contact Information ............................................... 214
Warranty Coverages ........................................................ 215
Disclosures ....................................................................... 216
VOICE COMMAND INDEX ........................................219
INDEX........................................................................\
.. 223 In the event of a collision, call Acura Roadside Assistance

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VISUAL INDEXVISUAL INDEX
Dashboard and Ceiling Controls
u v w x y z { |
u
Power Window Switches p. 59
Power Door Lock Master Switch p. 57
Door Mirror Controls p. 72
vMemory Buttons* /
SET Button* p. 71
wDriver’s Side Interior Fuse Box p. 171
xDriver’s Front Airbag p. 24
yDriver’s Knee Airbag p. 26
zElectric Parking Brake Switch p. 140
Automatic Brake Hold Button p. 141
{Rearview Mirror p. 72
|Passenger’s Front Airbag p. 24
*if equipped
u v w x y z {
uHatch Release Button p. 58
Fuel Fill Door Release Button p. 149
vHood Release Handle p. 181
wUSB Port p. 80
xAccessory Power Socket p. 81
yUSB Port p. 80
zGlove Box
{Passenger’s Side Interior Fuse Box p.
172

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INSTRUMENT PANELINSTRUMENT PANEL
Condition Indicators
These indicators may require you to perform an action.
CanadaU.S.
Parking brake
Release the parking brake before driving. You will hear a beep if you drive with it not
fully released.
Seat belt reminder
Make sure seat belts are fastened for you and any passenger. The indicator blinks and
beeps sound continuously if you or your passenger has not fastened your seat belts
when you begin driving. If the indicator remains on after seat belts are fastened, see
your authorized Acura NSX dealer.
Low fuel
Refuel as soon as possible. If the indicator blinks, there is a problem with the fuel
gauge. See your authorized Acura NSX dealer.
Low tire pressure
Stop in a safe place, check tire pressures, and inflate tire(s) if necessary.
Active Damper System Indicator
There is a problem with the Active Damper System.
System message
When a condition or malfunction indicator comes on, a message also appears on the
multi-information display. Check the display for more information.
Immobilizer
Your remote transmitter cannot be recognized by the vehicle. If the indicator blinks,
you may not be able to start the engine. Turn the vehicle off and then on again. If
it continues to blink, there may be a problem with the system. See your authorized
Acura NSX dealer.
Canada
U.S.Brake Wear Indicator*
Brake pads are worn. Avoid high speeds and sudden braking.
Ready Indicator
The vehicle is ready to drive.
Immobilizer/security system
Your key or remote transmitter cannot be recognized by the vehicle. If the indicator
blinks, you may not be able to start the engine. Turn the power system off, press and
hold the brake pedal, and restart the vehicle. If it continues to blink, there may be a
problem with the system. See your dealer.
Canadian models: To reset the immobilizer system, follow the steps above after the
battery has been disconnected.
*if equipped

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DRIVINGDRIVING
Starting to Drive
The keyless access system allows simple push-button start.
n
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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DRIVINGDRIVING
Shifting
Change your vehicle’s gears to begin driving.
n
Electronic Gear Selector
Park (P):

Used when parking or starting the power system.
Reverse (R): Used for reversing.
Neutral (N): Used to disengage the transmission from the
engine and motor.
Drive (D/M): Toggles between Drive and Manual modes.
Drive is for automatic gear selection. Manual is for the driver
to shift gears sequentially.

The vehicle can roll away if left unattended without confirming that Park is
engaged.
Always keep your foot on the brake pedal until you have confirmed that (P) is
shown on the gear position indicator.
WARNING
When you change from D/M to R or vice versa, come to a complete stop and keep the
brake pedal depressed. Do not press the accelerator. Otherwise, you may damage the
transmission.
NOTICE n
Sequential Shift Mode
Use the paddle shifters to change gears

without removing your hands from the steering
wheel.
(-) Paddle shifter:
Pull to shift down to
a lower gear. (+) Paddle shifter:
Pull to shift up to a
higher gear.
Gear position indicator

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DRIVINGDRIVING
Integrated Dynamics System (IDS)
Choose a driving mode for your preference based on road conditions, vehicle speed, and
handling.
SPORT modeSPORT+ mode
Hold
QUIET mode
IDS Mode Switch
TRACK mode
QUIET: Prioritizes EV operation and quiet sound. Engine speed is limited to 4000 rpm.
SPORT: Balances sport and touring driving performance for enjoyable everyday driving.
SPORT+: Offers heightened dynamic response. EV operation is eliminated.
TRACK: Provides maximum, consistent performance from all dynamic systems. In Sport+ mode,
turn and hold the IDS switch to engage this mode. VSA activity is reduced and the VSA indicator
lamp illuminates. This mode is for closed-course use only. See also page 150. n
Launch Control
The v

ehicle controls the engine and transmission response for maximum acceleration from
a stop. Launch control functions in TRACK mode, with VSA turned on. See also page 150.
This feature should be used only in closed-course settings.
To engage launch control:
1.
In Sport+ mode, turn and hold the IDS Mode
Switch to
engage TRACK mode.
2. Depress the brake pedal and change the gear selector
to D/M. Keep the pedal depressed.
3. Release the parking brake.

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DRIVINGDRIVING
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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DRIVINGDRIVING
Using the automatic brake hold system on steep hills or slippery roads may still
allow the vehicle to move if you remove your foot from the brake pedal.
If a vehicle unexpectedly moves, it may cause a crash resulting in serious injury or
death.
Never use the automatic brake hold system or rely on it to keep a vehicle from
moving when stopped on a steep hill or slippery roads.
WARNING
Using the automatic brake hold system to park the vehicle may result in the vehicle
unexpectedly moving.
If a vehicle moves unexpectedly, it may cause a crash, resulting in serious injury or
death.
Never leave the vehicle when braking is temporarily kept by automatic brake hold
and always park the vehicle by putting the transmission in Park (P) and applying the
parking brake.
WARNING
Cruise Control
Maintain a constant vehicle speed without having to keep your foot on the accelerator pedal.
Use cruise control on freeways or open roads where you can travel at a constant speed with
little acceleration or deceleration.
CRUISE MAIN is on in
the instrument panel .
Cruise control is ready to
use.
Press the CRUISE button on
the steering wheel.
Improper use of cruise control can lead to a crash.
Use cruise control only when traveling on open highways in good weather.
WARNING