2018 Acura NSX check engine light

448
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. 417
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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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 jump er 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 jump er 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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uuIndicator, Coming On/Blinking uIf the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along with the Warning Message
Handling the Unexpected
If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along
with the Warning Message
■Reasons for the indicator to blink
The transmission is malfunctioning.
■What to do when the indicator blinks
• Immediately have your vehicle insp ected by an authorized Acura NSX
dealer.
• Put the transmission into
(N when you turn the power system on.
u Check to verify the
(N position on the instrument panel is selected
and if the indicator on the
(N button is illuminating or blinking.
u The power system cannot be turned on unless the parking brake is
set.
2 Turning on the Power P. 321
If the Low Oil Level Symbol Appears
■Reasons for the symbol to appear
Appears when the engine oil level is low.
■What to do as soon as the symbol appears
1. Immediately park the vehicle on level ground in a safe place.
2. If necessary, turn the ha zard warning lights on.
■What to do after parking the vehicle
Check the oil level.
2 Oil Check P. 391
1If the Transmission System In dicator Blinks along with the
Warning Message
You may not be able to turn on the power system.
Make sure to set the parking brake when parking
your vehicle.
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow
your vehicle. 2 Emergency Towing P. 462
1If the Low Oil Level Symbol Appears
NOTICE
Running the engine with a low oil level can cause
serious mechanical damage almost immediately.
This system activates after the engine warms up. If
the outside temperature is extremely low, you may
have to drive for a long time until the system senses
the engine oil level.
If the symbol appears agai n, turn the power system
off, and contact an author ized Acura NSX dealer for
repairs immediately.
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Index
479
Index
Index
Numbers
12-Volt Battery Charging System Indicator ................................................... 75
A
AAC........................................................... 208
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) .................. 361
Accessories and Modifications ................ 426
Accessory Power Socket ........................... 154
Active Damper System Indicator ............... 74
AcuraLink ................................................. 304
Adding the Coolant ................................. 397
Additives Coolant .......................................... 396, 398
Washer ................................................... 400
Adjusting Mirrors.................................................... 141
Seats....................................................... 144
Steering Wheel ....................................... 140
Temperature ........................................... 100
Agile Handling Assist System .................. 349
Air Conditioning System (Climate Control System) .................................................... 156
Changing the Mode................................ 157
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ...................................... 158, 159
Dust and Pollen Filters ............................. 419
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode................... 157
Sensors ................................................... 160
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 156 Air Pressure
....................................... 408, 469
Airbags ........................................................ 43
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 49
Airbag Care ............................................... 57
Driver’s Knee Airbag .................................. 50
Event Data Recorder .................................... 0
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 46
Indicator .............................................. 55, 78
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 56
Sensors ...................................................... 43
Side Airbags .............................................. 52
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 54
Android Auto ............................................ 219
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 361
Indicator .................................................... 78
Apple CarPlay ........................................... 216
Audio Remote Controls ............................ 165
Audio System ............................................ 162
Adjusting the Sound ................................ 181
Changing the Home Screen Icon Layout .. 170
Closing Apps ........................................... 180
Error Messages ........................................ 223
General Information ................................ 226
Home Screen ........................................... 173
iPod ......................................................... 199
Limitations for Manua l Operation ............ 183
MP3/WMA/AAC ...................................... 208
Reactivating ............................................. 164
Recommended Devices ............................ 227
Remote Controls ..................................... 165
Security Code .......................................... 164 Selecting an Audio Source ....................... 183
Status Area ............................................. 179
Theft Protection ...................................... 164
USB Flash Drives ...................................... 227
USB Ports ................................................ 163
Wallpaper Setup...................................... 171
Audio/Information Screen ....................... 167
Authorized Manuals ................................ 477
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 118
Auto Engine Stop/Start .............................. 13
Automatic Brake Hold ............................. 359
Indicator............................................ 72, 359
Automatic Brake Hold System Indicator............................................ 72, 359
Automatic Operation (automatic lighting control) .................................................... 132
Average Fuel Economy ............................ 101
Average Speed ......................................... 101
B
Battery
12-Volt.................................................... 417
12-Volt Battery Charging System
Indicator .......................................... 75, 452
Charging (AGM Battery) .......................... 417
High Voltage ........................................... 355
Jump Starting .......................................... 448
Maintenance (Checking the 12-Volt Battery) ................................................. 417
Maintenance (Replacing) ......................... 418
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Index
Battery Types.............................................. 12
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 36
Beverage Holders ...................................... 153
Bluetooth ® Audio ..................................... 211
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®..................... 270
Booster Seats (For Children) ....................... 66
Brake System ............................................. 356
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 361
Automatic Brake Hold.............................. 359
Brake Assist System ................................. 362
Fluid ........................................................ 400
Foot Brake ............................................... 358
Parking Brake .......................................... 356
Brake System (Amber)
Indicator .................................................... 73
Brake System (Red) Indicator ............................................ 70, 453
Brake Wear Indicator .................................................... 74
Bulb Replacement ..................................... 401
Back-Up Lights......................................... 402
Daytime Running Lights ........................... 401
Front Side Marker Lights .......................... 401
Front Turn Signal/Parking Lights ............... 401
Headlights ............................................... 401
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 403
Rear License Plate Lights .......................... 403
Rear Side Marker Lights ........................... 402
Rear Turn Signal Lights ............................ 402
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator Lights..................................................... 401 Taillights.................................................. 402
Bulb Specifications ................................... 468
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ............................... 67
Carrying Cargo ................................. 311, 313
Certification Label .................................... 470
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 401
Charging System Indicator ................. 75, 452
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 ............................... 422
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 420
Client Service Information ....................... 478
Climate Control System ............................ 156
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ....................................... 158, 159
Dust and Pollen Filters ............................. 419
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 157
Sensors ................................................... 160
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 156
Clock .......................................................... 104 Cold Weather
........................................... 416
Console Compartment ............................. 152
Controls .................................................... 103
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 396
Adding the Coolant ................................ 397
Checking the Coolant ............................. 396
Overheating ............................................ 450
Coolant (Inverter) .................................... 398
Creeping (Dual Clutch Transmission) ...... 325
Cruise Control .......................................... 342
CRUISE CONTROL Indicator ....................... 82
CRUISE MAIN Indicator .............................. 82
Cup Holders .............................................. 153
Customized Features ............................... 244
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 134
Dead Battery (12-Volt) ............................. 448
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ......................................... 158, 159
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 471
Dimming Headlights .............................................. 131
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 141
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ........................ 386, 393
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 130
Door Mirrors ............................................. 142
Doors ........................................................ 105
Auto Door Locking.................................. 118
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 118
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Index
Malfunction Indicator Lamp.............. 75, 452
Map Lights ................................................ 150
Maximum Load Limit ................................ 313
Meters, Gauges ........................................... 95
Mirrors ....................................................... 141
Adjusting ................................................. 141
Door ........................................................ 142
Exterior .................................................... 142
Interior Rearview...................................... 141
Modifications (and Accessories) ............... 426
MP3 ............................................................ 208
Multi-View Rear Camera .......................... 368
N
Numbers (Identification).......................... 470
O
Odometer.................................................. 100
Oil (Engine) ....................................... 390, 469
Adding .................................................... 394
Checking ................................................. 391
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 380
Low Oil Level Symbol ............................... 456
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .......................... 70
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 390, 469
Viscosity .......................................... 390, 469
Open Source Licenses ............................... 242
Opening Hatch ...................................... 119, 387, 464 Opening/Closing
Hatch .............................................. 119, 387
Hood....................................................... 388
Power Windows ...................................... 125
Operating the Switches Around the
Steering Wheel ....................................... 127
Outside Temperature Display .................. 100
Overheating .............................................. 450
P
Paddle Shifters (Sequential Mode) .......... 334
Pandora® ................................................... 206
Panic Mode ............................................... 124
Parking ...................................................... 363
Parking Brake ........................................... 356
Parking Sensor System ............................. 364
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator ................. 56
Passing Indicators ..................................... 131
POWER Button ......................................... 127
Power System
Turning on .............................................. 321
POWER SYSTEM Indicator .......................... 74
Power Windows ....................................... 125
Precautions While Driving In Snow and Ice....................................... 324
Rain ........................................................ 324
Pregnant Women ....................................... 41
Puncture (Tire) .......................................... 433
R
Radio (FM)................................................ 188
Radio (SiriusXM ®)..................................... 192
Radio Data System (RDS) ......................... 191
Range ........................................................ 101
RDS (Radio Data System) ......................... 191
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing) ...... 473
READY Indicator ........................................ 74
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button ..................................................... 137
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 141
Refueling .................................................. 370
Fuel Gauge ............................................... 95
Gasoline ......................................... 370, 468
Low Fuel Indicator..................................... 77
Regenerative Energy and Regenerative Braking ..................................................... 12
Regulations .............................. 353, 410, 471
Remote Transmitter ................................. 112
Replacement Battery .................................................... 418
Bulbs ...................................................... 401
Fuses ...................................... 457, 459, 460
Tires........................................................ 413
Wiper Blade Rubber ................................ 404
Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 472
Resetting a Trip Meter ............................. 100
Reverse Tilt Door Mirror .......................... 143
Right Selector Wheel ................................. 98
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