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uuReplacing Light Bulbs uRear Turn Signal Lights
Maintenance
Rear Turn Signal Lights
Rear Turn Signal lights are LED type. Have an authorized Acura NSX dealer inspect
and replace the light assembly.
Brake/Taillights
Brake/Taillights are LED type. Have an aut horized Acura NSX dealer inspect and
replace the light assembly.
Rear Side Marker Lights
Rear side marker lights are LED type. Have an authorized Acura NSX dealer inspect
and replace the light assembly.
Taillights
Taillights are LED type. Have an authorized Acura NSX dealer inspect and replace the
light assembly.
Back-Up Lights
Back-up lights are LED type. Have an au thorized Acura NSX dealer inspect and
replace the light assembly.
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uuReplacing Light Bulbs uRear License Plate Lights
Maintenance
Rear License Plate Lights
Rear license plate lights are LED type. Have an authorized Acura NSX dealer inspect
and replace the light assembly.
High-Mount Brake Light
High-mount brake light is LED type. Have an authorized Acura NSX dealer inspect
and replace the light assembly.
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uuChecking and Maintaining Tires uWinter Tires
Maintenance
Winter Tires
If driving on snowy or frozen roads, mount all-season marked M+S tires, snow tires,
or tire chains; reduce speed; and maintain sufficient distance between vehicles when
driving.
Be particularly careful when operating the steering wheel or brakes to prevent skidding.
Use tire chains, snow tires, or all-season tires when necessary or according to the law.
When mounting, refer to the following points.
For winter tires:
• Mount the tires to all four wheels.
For tire chains:
• Install them on the rear tires only.
• Because your vehicle has limited tire clea rance, we strongly recommend using the
chains listed below:
*1:Tire chains to be used only on optional 295/30R19 winter tires.
*2:Tire chains to be used only on optional 305/30R20 winter tires.
• Follow the chain manufactur er’s instruction when installing. Mount them as
tightly as you can.
• Check that the chains do not touc h the brake lines or suspension.
• Drive slowly.
Recommended Winter Tires:
●Michelin Alpin PA4
Front: 245/35R19 (93W)
Rear: 295/30R20 (103W)
●Pirelli SottoZero 3
Front: 245/35R19 (93W)
Rear: 305/30R20 (103W)
●Auto-trac 232405*1
●K-Summit K-44*2
1 Winter Tires
NOTICE
Traction devices that are th e wrong size or improperly
installed can damage your vehicle’s brake lines,
suspension, body, and wheels. Stop driving if they are
hitting any part of the vehicle.
When tire chains are mounted, follow the chain
manufacturer’s instructi ons regarding vehicle
operational limits.
If your vehicle is equipp ed with summer tires, be
aware that these tires are not designed for winter
driving conditions. For more information, contact an
authorized Acura NSX dealer.
3WARNING
Using the wrong chains, or not properly
installing chains, can damage the brake
lines and cause a crash in which you can be
seriously injured or killed.
Follow all instruction s in this owner’s
manual regarding the selection and use of
tire chains.
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uuCleaning uExterior Care
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Maintenance
The inside lenses of exterior lights (headlig hts, brake lights, etc.) may fog temporarily
if you have driven in the rain. Dew condensation also may build up inside the lenses
when there is a significant enough differe nce between the ambient and inside lens
temperatures (similar to vehicle windows fogging up in rainy conditions). These
conditions are natural processes, not stru ctural design problems in the exterior
lights.
Lens design characteristics may result in mo isture developing on the light lens frame
surfaces. This also is not a malfunction.
However, if you see large amounts of wa ter accumulation, or large water drops
building up inside the lenses, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Acura
NSX dealer.
Keep brake pads and rotors free of substances that are either abrasive or oil based,
as these substances can re duce brake system performance.
NSX brake pads and disks have a high meta llic content. Under certain conditions
these pad and disks may rust to varying degrees, which may cause a clunk noise or
rubbing sound if parked when brakes become wet. This is normal for brakes with
high friction pads and it does not affect operation of the brakes.
To prevent the iron contained in the brake pads and rotors from rusting and sticking,
brakes should be dried before parking the ve hicle after driving on wet roads or after
washing the vehicle (especially before long -term storage). To dry the brake pads and
rotors, drive the vehicle at a low sp eed and apply the brakes several times.
By regularly applying strong pressure to the brakes, you can reduce corrosion
buildup on the brake pads and rotors.
■Fogged Exterior Light Lenses
■Cast Iron Brakes*
1 Brake Maintenance
Brake maintenance require s specialized knowledge.
We recommend maintenance to be carried out by an
authorized Acura NSX dealer.
1 Maintenance of Brake Surfaces
Brakes can be dried by driv ing on a dry road for few
miles/kilometers, and a pplying the brake pedal
normally, based on traffic and road conditions. These
steps help maintain br ake system performance.
* Not available on all models
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uuCleaning uExterior Care
Maintenance
Keep the brake pads and rotors free of subs tances that are either abrasive or oil
based, as these substances can reduce br aking power. After driving in the presence
of salt and/or sand, briefly wash the ro tor/pad surfaces with low-pressure water,
then allow the brake system to dry. To dry the brake pads and rotors, drive the
vehicle at a low speed and apply the brakes several times.
Refer to the color code label and the te mperature notice label affixed to the
underside of the hood before painting the vehicle.
■Carbon Ceramic Brakes*
■Painting the Vehicle
1 Painting the Vehicle
U.S. models
Canadian models
* Not available on all models
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Maintenance
Storage
Vehicle 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 completely.
• Clean the interior. Make sure the carpeti ng, floor mats, etc., are completely dry.
• Put the transmission in
(P.
Release the parking brake.
• Leave one window open slightly (if th e vehicle is being stored indoors).
• To maintain the low-voltage 12-volt battery, connect it to an accessory battery
charger. For more information on how to maintain your 12-volt battery, consult
an authorized Acura NSX dealer.
2 Checking the 12-Volt Battery P. 415
•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 th e ground to prevent tire flat spotting.
2Handling of the Jack P. 442
•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” co ver, one made from a porous material
such as cotton. Nonporous materials (suc h as plastic sheeting) may trap moisture,
which can damage the paint.
• If possible, remove the vehicle from th e garage or enclosed area, remove
covering, and periodically run the engi ne until it reaches full operating
temperature (the cooling fa n cycles on and off twice).
Preferably, do this once a month.
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uuStorage uVehicle Storage
Maintenance
• To maintain the High Voltage battery, driv e your vehicle for more than 30 minutes
at least once every three months.
If road conditions are not suitable or de sirable for driving, the following alternate
procedure can be used to maintain the vehi cle's High Voltage battery if local idling
by-laws permit:
1. Remove the vehicle from the garage or enclosed area to prevent carbon
monoxide accumulation.
2 Carbon Monoxide Gas P. 67
2.Depress the brake pedal and press the ENGINE START/STOP button as you
normally would to start the vehicle.
3. Allow the vehicle to run for 30 minutes. Time spent at idle stop still counts as part
of this 30-minute run.
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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 430
If a Tire Goes Flat Temporarily Repairi ng a Flat Tire....... 431
Handling of the Jack ........................ 442
Power System Won’t Start Checking the Procedure ................... 443
If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is Weak ............................................. 444
Emergency Power System Off........... 445
Jump Starting .................................... 446
Overheating How to Handle Overheating ............. 448 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the 12-Volt Battery Charging System Indicator Comes On ....................... 450
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ................................... 450
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On ................................................. 451
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator Comes On ....................... 451
If the Electric Parking Brake System Indicator Comes On ....................... 452 If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator
Comes On or Blinks ....................... 453
If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along with the Warning Message... 454
If the Low Oil Level Symbol Appears.....454Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 455
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 459
Emergency Towing ........................... 460
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door ................................................. 461
When You Cannot Open the Hatch.....462RefuelingRefueling from a Portable Fuel Container .... 463
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