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Driving
This chapter discusses driving and refueling.
Before Driving Driving Preparation .......................... 310
Maximum Load Limit........................ 313
High-Performance Driving ................ 315
Towing a Trailer Towing Your Vehicle ........................ 320
When Driving Turning on the Power ...................... 321
Precautions While Driving................. 324
Dual Clutch Transmission ................. 325
Shifting ............................................ 326Acoustic Vehicle Al erting System ...... 335 Integrated Dynamics System ............ 336
Launch Control ................................ 341
Cruise Control ................................. 343
Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA®), aka Electronic
Stability Control (ESC), System .............. 346
Agile Handling Assist ....................... 350
SPORT HYBRID Super Handling All-Wheel- DriveTM (SPORT HYBRID SH-AWD®) .... 351
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ...... 352
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) - Required Federal Explanation ......... 354
High Voltage Battery ........................ 356 Braking
Brake System ................................... 357
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ........... 362
Brake Assist System ......................... 363
Parking Your Vehicle
When Stopped ................................ 364
Parking Sensor System *
................... 365
Multi-View Rear Camera .................. 369
Refueling
Fuel Information .............................. 371
How to Refuel ................................. 372
Fuel Economy and CO 2 Emissions
.... 373
Turbo Engine Vehicle ....................... 374
* Not available on all models
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uuWhen DrivinguDual Clutch Transmission
Driving
If there is a strong impact with something under the vehicle, stop in a safe location.
Check the underside of the vehicle for damage or any fluid leaks.
If any of these components are damaged or loose, the stability, handling, and
powertrain cooling performance of the vehicle may be adversely affected.
Dual Clutch Transmission
As with a conventional gasoline-powered ve hicle with an automatic transmission,
this vehicle will creep.
Keep the brake pedal firmly depressed when stopped.
The accelerator pedal features a kick down switch. Quickly depressing the
accelerator pedal while driving may cause the transmission to drop to a lower gear,
subsequently increasing vehicle speed. De press the accelerator pedal carefully,
especially when driving uphill, on slippery roads, and curves.
■Other Precautions
■Creeping
■Kickdown
1Precautions While Driving
Do not press the
(N button, as you will lose
regenerative braking (and ac celeration) performance.
Avoid hard braking for the first 200 miles (300 km).
You should also follow this recommendation when
the brake pads are replaced.
Models with iron brake discs
1Dual Clutch Transmission
The DCT will not operate when it is extremely cold. If the vehicle has been park ed in extremely cold
conditions, after you start th e engine, wait until it
gets warm. Keep your vehicle parked until the
READY indicator comes on.
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uuMaintenance MinderTMuTo Use Maintenance Minder TM
Maintenance
■Maintenance Service Items1Maintenance Service Items
• Independent of the Maintenance Minder
information, replace the brake fluid every 3 years.
• Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if
they are noisy.
• Inspect direct injection + port injection fuel system
every 3 years or service item B is indicated.
• Inspect tire condition ev ery 3,100 miles (5,000 km).
Maintenance Minder Message System Message
Indicator
Main Item Sub Items
*1: If a message SERVICE does not appear more than 12 months after the display is reset, change the
engine oil every year.
# : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty.
CODEMaintenance Main Items
A •Replace engine oil *1
B•
Replace engine oil *1
and oil filter
• Inspect front and rear brakes
• Check expiration date for temporary tire repair kit bottle
• Inspect tie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots
• Inspect suspension components
• Inspect driveshaft boots
• Inspect brake hoses and li nes (Including ABS/VSA®)
• Inspect all fluid levels and condition of fluids
• Inspect exhaust system #
• Inspect fuel lines and connections #
• Inspect direct injection + port injection fuel system
*2: If you drive in dusty conditions, replace the air cleaner element every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*3: If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from industry and
from diesel-powered vehicles, replace the dust and pollen filters every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or every year.
*4: Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds results in higher transmission temperature. This requires transmission fluid and clutch fluid changes more frequently than recommended by the
Maintenance Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under this condition, have the transmission
fluid and clutch fluid changed every 20,000 miles (32,000 km).
*5: Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds results in higher level of mechanical (Shear) stress to fluid. This requires Twin Motor Unit fluid changes more frequently than recommended by the
Maintenance Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under these conditions, have the Twin Motor
Unit fluid changed at 7,500 miles (12,000 km), then every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
CODEMaintenance Sub Items
1 •Inspect tire condition
2•Replace air cleaner element *2
• Replace dust and pollen filters *3
3 •Replace transmission fluid *4
• Replace clutch fluid *4
4•
Replace spark plugs
• Inspect valve clearance
• Inspect Active Exhaust Valve function
• Replace Intake Sound Control
5 •Replace engine coolant
6• Replace Twin Motor Unit fluid *5
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood and HatchuTransmission Fluids
Maintenance
Transmission Fluids
Have an authorized Acura NSX dealer check the fluid level and replace if necessary.
Do not attempt to check or change the dual clutch transmission fluids yourself.
Have an authorized Acura NSX dealer chec k the fluid level and replace if necessary.
Do not attempt to check or change the twin motor unit fluid yourself.
■Dual Clutch Transmission Fluids
Specified fluids:
Acura Automatic Transm ission Fluid ATF DW-1
Acura Gear Oil GO-Type 2.0
■Twin Motor Unit Fluid
Specified fluid:
Acura Automatic Transm ission Fluid ATF DW-1
1Dual Clutch Transmission Fluids
NOTICE
Do not mix Acura ATF DW-1 with other transmission fluids.
Using a transmission fluid other than Acura ATF
DW-1 may adversely af fect the operation and
durability of your vehicle’ s transmission, and damage
the transmission.
Any damage caused by using a transmission fluid that
is not equivalent to Acur a ATF DW-1 is not covered
by Acura’s new vehicl e limited warranty.Clutch
Transmission
1Twin Motor Unit Fluid
NOTICE
Do not mix Acura ATF Type DW-1 with other transmission fluids.
Using a transmission flui d other than Acura ATF
DW-1 may adversely af fect the operation and
durability of your vehicl e’s twin motor unit, and
damage the twin motor unit.
Any damage caused by using a transmission fluid that
is not equivalent to Acur a ATF DW-1 is not covered
by Acura’s new vehicl e limited warranty.
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uuSpecificationsu
Information
■Brake Fluid
■Dual Clutch Transmission Fluid
■Twin Motor Unit Fluid
SpecifiedAcura Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 4
SpecifiedAcura Automatic Transmission Fluid
ATF DW-1
Capacity Change 2.75 US qt (2.6 L)
SpecifiedAcura Gear Oil GO-Type 2.0
Capacity Change 4.86 US qt (4.6 L)
SpecifiedAcura Automatic Transmission Fluid
ATF DW-1
Capacity Change 2.56 US qt (2.42 L)
Clutch
Transmission
■Engine Oil
■Engine Coolant
■Inverter Coolant
RecommendedUltimate Full Synthetic Motor Oil, Type3,
0W-40
Capacity Change 7.7 US qt (7.3 L)
Change
including filter
8.3 US qt (7.9 L)
SpecifiedAcura Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water
Capacity
4.1 US gal (15.5 L)
(change including the remaining
0.34 US gal (1.29 L) in the reserve tank and
heater)
SpecifiedAcura Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water
Capacity0.50 US gal (1.90 L)
(change including the remaining
0.12 US gal (0.46 L) in the reserve tank)
■Tire
Regular
Size
Front
245/35ZR19 (93Y) Rear
305/30ZR20 (103Y)
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm 2
])Front
32 (220 [2.2])
Rear
32 (220 [2.2])
Wheel Size Regular Front
19 X 8 1/2J
Rear
20 X 11J
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Information
Identification Numbers
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), Engine Number,
Motor Number, and Transmission Number
Your vehicle has a 17-digit vehicle identification number (VIN) used to register your
vehicle for warranty purposes, and for licensing and insuring your vehicle.
The locations of your vehicle’s VIN, engine number, motor number, and
transmission number are shown as follows.1Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), Engine Number, Motor
Number, and Transmission Number
The interior vehicle identification number (VIN) is
located under the cover.
Cover
Vehicle Identification Number Engine Number
Dual Clutch Transmission
Number
Certification Label/Vehicle Identification Number
Motor Number
Motor Number
Motor Number
Dual Clutch Transmission
Number
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Index
B Battery12-Volt .................................................... 417 12-Volt Battery Charging System Indicator .......................................... 75, 452
Charging (AGM Battery) .......................... 417
High Voltage ........................................... 356
Jump Starting .......................................... 448
Maintenance (Checking the 12-Volt Battery) .................................................. 417
Maintenance (Replacing).......................... 418
Battery Types .............................................. 12
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 36
Beverage Holders ...................................... 152
Bluetooth ® Audio ..................................... 211
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®................... 270
Booster Seats (For Children) ....................... 66
Brake System ............................................. 357
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 362
Automatic Brake Hold.............................. 360
Brake Assist System ................................. 363
Fluid ........................................................ 400
Foot Brake ............................................... 359
Parking Brake .......................................... 357
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 ........................... 155
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ...................................... 157, 158
Dust and Pollen Filters ............................. 419
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode................... 156
Sensors ................................................... 159
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 155
Clock ......................................................... 104
Cold Weather ........................................... 416
Console Compartment ............................. 151
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 .......................................... 343
CRUISE CONTROL Indicator ....................... 82
CRUISE MAIN Indicator .............................. 82
Cup Holders .............................................. 152
Customized Features ............................... 244
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 134
Dead Battery (12-Volt) ............................. 448
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Index
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ......................................... 157, 158
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
Door Open Message ................................. 35
Keys........................................................ 105
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside .............................................. 115
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from
the Outside ........................................... 107
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 114
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 410
Driver Information Interface ..................... 98
Driver’s Knee Airbag .................................. 50
Driving ...................................................... 309
Braking ................................................... 357
Cold Weather ......................................... 416
Cruise Control ........................................ 343
Dual Clutch Transmission ........................ 325
Shifting Gear .......................................... 326
Turning on the Power ............................. 321
Driving Position Memory System ............ 138Dual Clutch Transmission
......................... 325
Creeping ................................................. 325
Fluids ............................................... 399, 469
Kickdown ................................................ 325
Operating the Shift Button ................ 23, 328
Shifting ................................................... 326
Dust and Pollen Filters ............................. 419
E
Elapsed Time ............................................. 101
Electric Parking Brake .............................. 357
Indicator .................................................... 71
Electric Parking Brake System Indicator ............................................ 71, 454
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator ............................................ 78, 453
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 346
Emergency ................................................ 462
Emergency Hatch Opener ........................ 121
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 473
Energy Efficiency ........................................ 12
Engine ....................................................... 470
Coolant ........................................... 396, 469
Jump Starting .......................................... 448
Oil ................................................... 390, 469
Engine Compartment Cover .................... 389
Engine Coolant ......................................... 396
Adding the Coolant ................................. 397
Checking the Coolant .............................. 396
Overheating ............................................ 450 Engine Oil
Adding .................................................... 394
Changing ................................................ 395
Checking................................................. 391
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 380
Low Oil Level Symbol............................... 456
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ......................... 70
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 390
Temperature Gauge .................................. 97
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ........ 78
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon
Monoxide) ................................................. 67
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 422
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 142
F
Features .................................................... 161
Filters Dust and Pollen ....................................... 419
Oil ........................................................... 395
Flat Tire ..................................................... 433
Floor Mats ................................................. 421
Fluids
Brake .............................................. 400, 469
Dual Clutch Transmission ................ 399, 469
Engine Coolant ............................... 396, 469
Inverter Coolant .............................. 398, 469
Twin Motor Unit.............................. 399, 469
Windshield Washer ......................... 400, 468
FM Radio ................................................... 188
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