2017 Acura NSX jump start

Contents
Child Safety P. 58Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 67Safety Labels P. 68
Opening and Closing the Hatch P. 119 Security System P. 122 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 125
Adjusting the Mirrors P. 141 Adjusting the Seats P. 144
Climate Control System P. 156
Audio Error Messages P. 223 General Information on the Audio System P. 226
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ® P. 258 AcuraLink ®* P. 292
When Driving P. 309 Braking P. 344Parking Your Vehicle P. 351
Refueling P. 357 Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions P. 359
Maintenance Under the Hood and Hatch P. 371 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 387
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 393 12-Volt Battery P. 403 Remote Transmitter Care P. 404
Cleaning P. 406 Accessories and Modifications P. 412 Storage P. 414
Power System Won’t Start P. 431 Jump Starting P. 434
Fuses P. 443 Emergency Towing P. 448 When Y ou Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door P. 449
Refueling P. 451
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 457 Reporting Safety Defects P. 458
Authorized Manuals P. 463 Client Service Information P. 464
Quick Reference GuideP. 4
Safe DrivingP. 31
Instrument PanelP. 69
ControlsP. 103
FeaturesP. 161
DrivingP. 297
MaintenanceP. 361
Handling the UnexpectedP. 417
InformationP. 453
IndexP. 465
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Quick Reference Guide
Handling the Unexpected (P 417)
Flat Tire (P 419)
● Park in a safe location and repair the flat
tire using the temporary tire repair kit.
Indicators Come On
(P 438)
●Identify the indicator and consult the
owner’s manual.
Power System Won’t Start
(P 431)
● If the 12-volt battery is dead, jump start
using a booster battery.
Blown Fuse

(P 443)
● Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating (P 436)
● Park in a safe location. If you do not see
steam under the hatch, open the hatch,
and let the power sy stem and the engine
cool down.
Emergency Towing
(P 448)
● Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.
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Driving
Braking
Brake System
Use the parking brake to keep the vehicle stationary when parked. You can
manually apply and release, or automatically release it.
■Manual operations
Use the electric parking brake switch to apply or release the brake. Manually
releasing the parking brake using the switch helps your vehicle start slowly and
smoothly when facing down hill on steep hills.
■To apply manually
Pull the electric parkin g brake switch up gently
and securely. u The electric parking brake indicator
comes on.
■To release manually
1. Depress the brake pedal.
2. Press the electric parking brake switch.
u The electric parking brake indicator goes
off.
■Parking Brake1Brake System
When you depress the brak e pedal, you may hear a
whirring sound from the engine compartment. This is
because the brake system is in operation, and it is
normal.
1 Parking Brake
You may hear the electric parking brake system
motor operating from the re ar wheel area when you
apply or release the parki ng brake, or set the power
mode to OFF. This is normal.
You cannot apply or release the parking brake if the
battery goes dead. 2 Jump Starting P. 434
If you pull and hold the elec tric parking brake switch
while driving, the brakes on all four wheels are
applied (by the VSA system) until the vehicle comes to
a stop (at which point the el ectric parking brake is
applied) or the switch is released.
Electric Parking
Brake Switch
Electric Parking
Brake Switch
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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 418
If a Tire Goes Flat Temporarily Repairi ng a Flat Tire....... 419
Handling of the Jack ........................ 430
Power System Won’t Start Checking the Procedure ................... 431
If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is Weak ............................................. 432
Emergency Power System Off........... 433
Jump Starting .................................... 434
Overheating How to Handle Overheating ............. 436 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the 12-Volt Battery Charging System Indicator Comes On ....................... 438
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ................................... 438
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On ................................................. 439
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator Comes On ....................... 439
If the Electric Parking Brake System Indicator Comes On ....................... 440 If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator
Comes On or Blinks ....................... 441
If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along with the Warning Message... 442
If the Low Oil Level Symbol Appears.....442Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 443
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 447
Emergency Towing ........................... 448
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door ................................................. 449
When You Cannot Open the Hatch.....450RefuelingRefueling from a Portable Fuel Container .... 451
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Handling the Unexpected
Power System Won’t Start
Checking the Procedure
When the READY indicator does not come on and the Ready To Drive message
does not appear on the driver information interface, check the following items and
take appropriate action.
ChecklistConditionWhat to Do
Check if the related
indicator or driver
information interface
messages come on.The Temperature Is Too Cold For Vehicle To Operate
message appears.2 Driver Information Interface Warning and
Information Messages P. 83
The To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message
appears.
u Make sure the keyless access remote is in its operating range.
2ENGINE START/STOP Button Operating Range P. 127
2If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is
Weak P. 432
The POWER SYSTEM indicator comes on.Have your vehicle checked by an authorized
Acura NSX dealer.
The transmission system indicator blinks and Transmission
Problem Apply Parking Brake When Parked message
appears.The power system can be activated as a
temporary measure.
2 If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks
along with the Warning Message P. 442
Check the brightness
of the interior lights. The interior lights are dim or do not come on at
all. Have the 12-volt battery checked by an
authorized Acura NSX dealer.
The interior lights come on normally. Check all fuses, or have your vehicle checked by
an authorized Acura NSX dealer.
2 Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 447
Check the gear
position.The transmission is not in (P.Change the gear position to (P.
Check the
immobilizer system
indicator. When the immobilizer system in
dicator is blinking, the power
system cannot be turned on.
2 Immobilizer System Indicator P. 81
1Checking the Procedure
If you must start the vehi cle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle to jump start it.
2 Jump Starting P. 434
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Handling the Unexpected
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.
2 Checking the 12-Volt Battery P. 403
2.Slide the terminal cover on your vehicle’s
12-volt battery positive + terminal as
shown.
3. Connect the first jump er cable to your
vehicle’s 12-volt battery + terminal.
4. Connect the other end of the first jumper
cable to the booster battery + terminal.
u If you use a booster battery, only use a
12-volt booster battery.
u When using an automotive battery
charger, select a charging voltage lower
than 15-volts. Check the charger manual
for the proper setting.
5. Connect the second jumper cable to the
booster battery - terminal.
■Jump Starting Procedure1Jump Starting
Securely attach the jumper cable clips so that they do
not come off when the engine vibrates. Also be
careful not to tangle the ju mper cables or allow the
cable ends to touch each other while attaching or
detaching the jumper cables.
12-volt battery performa nce degrades in cold
conditions and may prevent the engine from starting.
3WARNING
A 12-volt 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 12-volt battery.Terminal Cover
Booster Battery
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uuJump Starting u
Handling the Unexpected
6.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.
7. If your vehicle is connected to another
vehicle, start the assisting vehicle’s engine
and increase its rpm slightly.
8. Attempt to start your ve hicle’s engine. If it
turns over slowly, check that the jumper
cables have good metal-to-metal contact.
Once your vehicle’s engine has started, re move 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 booster battery -
terminal.
3. Disconnect the jumper cable from your vehicle’s 12-volt battery + terminal.
4. Disconnect the other end of the jumper cable from the booster battery +
terminal.
Have your vehicle inspected by a nearby service station or an authorized Acura NSX
dealer.
■What to Do After the Engine Starts
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Index
Jump Starting .......................................... 434
Maintenance (Checking the 12-Volt Battery) .................................................. 403
Maintenance (Replacing).......................... 404
Battery Types .............................................. 12
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 36
Beverage Holders ...................................... 153
Bluetooth ® Audio ..................................... 211
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®..................... 258
Booster Seats (For Children) ....................... 66
Brake System ............................................. 344
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 349
Automatic Brake Hold.............................. 347
Brake Assist System ................................. 350
Fluid ........................................................ 386
Foot Brake ............................................... 346
Parking Brake .......................................... 344
Brake System (Amber) Indicator .................................................... 73
Brake System (Red) Indicator ............................................ 70, 439
Brake Wear
Indicator .................................................... 74
Bulb Replacement ..................................... 387
Back-Up Lights......................................... 388
Daytime Running Lights ........................... 387
Front Side Marker Lights .......................... 387
Front Turn Signal/Parking Lights ............... 387
Headlights ............................................... 387
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 389
Rear License Plate Lights .......................... 389 Rear Side Marker Lights ........................... 388
Rear Turn Signal Lights ............................ 388
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator
Lights .................................................... 387
Taillights.................................................. 388
Bulb Specifications ................................... 454
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ............................... 67
Carrying Cargo ................................. 299, 301
Certification Label .................................... 456
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 387
Charging System Indicator ................. 75, 438
Child Safety ................................................. 58
Emergency Hatch Opener ........................ 121
Child Seat .................................................... 58
Booster Seats ............................................ 66
Child Seat for Infants................................. 60
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 61
Installing a Child Seat ................................ 63
Larger Children ......................................... 65
Selecting a Forward-facing Child Seat........ 62
Using a Tether ........................................... 64
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 408
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 406
Client Service Information ....................... 464
Climate Control System ............................ 156
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 158
Dust and Pollen Filters ............................. 405 Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode................... 157
Sensors ................................................... 160
Synchronized Mode ................................ 159
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 156
Clock ......................................................... 104
Cold Weather ........................................... 402
Console Compartment ............................. 152
Controls .................................................... 103
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 382
Adding the Coolant ................................ 383
Checking the Coolant ............................. 382
Overheating ............................................ 436
Coolant (Inverter) .................................... 384
Creeping (Dual Clutch Transmission) ...... 313
Cruise Control .......................................... 330
CRUISE CONTROL Indicator ....................... 82
CRUISE MAIN Indicator .............................. 82
Cup Holders .............................................. 153
Customized Features ............................... 232
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 134
Dead Battery (12-Volt) ............................. 434
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ................................................. 158
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 457
Dimming Headlights .............................................. 131
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 141
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ........................ 372, 379
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