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435
Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 436
If a Tire Goes Flat Temporarily Repairi ng a Flat Tire....... 437
Handling of the Jack ......................... 448
Power System Won’t Start
Checking the Procedure ................... 449
If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is Weak ............................................. 450
Emergency Power System Off........... 451
If the 12-Volt Battery Is Dead .......... 452
Overheating
How to Handle Overheating ............. 454 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the 12-Volt Battery Charging System Indicator Comes On ....................... 456
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ................................... 456
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes
On ................................................. 457
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator Comes On ....................... 457
If the Electric Parking Brake System Indicator Comes On ....................... 458
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator
Comes On or Blinks........................ 459 If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks
along with the Warning Message... 460
If the Low Oil Level Symbol Appears.....460
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 461
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 465
Emergency Towing ........................... 466
If You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door.... 467
If You Cannot Open the Hatch............468
Refueling
Refueling from a Portable Fuel Container .... 469
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Handling the Unexpected
If the 12-Volt Battery Is Dead
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. 421
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 Procedure1If the 12-Volt Battery Is Dead
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
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the 12-Volt Battery Charging System Indicator
Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when the 12-volt battery is not being charged.
■What to do when the indicator comes on
Turn off the climate con trol system, rear defogger, and other electrical
systems, and immediately contact an authorized Acura NSX dealer for
repairs.
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or
Blinks
■Reasons for the indicator la mp to come on or blink
• Comes on when there is a problem with the engine emissions control
system.
• Blinks when engine misfiring is detected.
■What to do when the indicator lamp comes on
Avoid high speeds and immediately get your vehicle inspected at an
authorized Acura NSX dealer.
■What to do when the indicator lamp blinks
Park the vehicle in a safe place with no flammable items and wait at least
10 minutes or more with the engine stopped until it cools.
1 If the 12-Volt Battery Chargi ng System Indicator Comes On
If you need to stop temporarily, do not turn off the
power system. Restarting the power system may
rapidly discharge the battery.
1 If the Malfunction Indicato r Lamp Comes On or Blinks
NOTICE
If you drive with the malf unction indicator lamp on,
the emissions control system and the engine could be
damaged.
If the malfunction indicator lamp blinks again when
restarting the engine, drive to the nearest authorized
Acura NSX dealer at 31 mph (50 km/h) or less. Have
your vehicle inspectedM
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Index
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Index
Index
Numbers
12-Volt Battery Charging System Indicator ............................................ 79, 456
A
AAC............................................................ 212
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ................... 366
Accessories and Modifications ................. 431
Accessory Power Socket ........................... 157
Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System ............ 339
Active Damper System Indicator ................ 78
AcuraLink .................................................. 308
Adding the Coolant .................................. 401
Additives Coolant ........................................... 400, 402
Washer .................................................... 404
Adjusting
Mirrors .................................................... 145
Seats ....................................................... 148
Steering Wheel ........................................ 144
Temperature ............................................ 104
Agile Handling Assist System ................... 354
Air Conditioning System (Climate Control
System) .................................................... 159
Changing the Mode ................................ 160
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ....................................... 161, 162
Dust and Pollen Filters.............................. 423
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 160 Sensors ................................................... 163
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 159
Air Pressure ....................................... 412, 473
Airbags ........................................................ 45
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 51
Airbag Care............................................... 60
Driver’s Knee Airbag.................................. 52
Event Data Recorder .................................... 0
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 48
Indicator.............................................. 57, 82
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 58
Sensors ..................................................... 45
Side Airbags .............................................. 54
Side Curtain Airbags.................................. 56
Android Auto
TM........................................ 223
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 366
Indicator.................................................... 82
Apple CarPlay
TM........................................ 220
Audio Remote Controls ........................... 169
Audio System ............................................ 166
Adjusting the Sound................................ 185
Changing the Home Screen Icon Layout .. 174
Closing Apps ........................................... 184
Error Messages ........................................ 227
General Information ................................ 230
Home Screen........................................... 177
iPod ........................................................ 203
Limitations for Manual Operation ............ 187
MP3/WMA/AAC ...................................... 212
Reactivating ............................................ 168 Recommended Devices ........................... 231
Remote Controls ..................................... 169
Security Code ......................................... 168
Selecting an Audio Source ...................... 187
Status Area ............................................. 183
Theft Protection ...................................... 168
USB Flash Drives...................................... 231
USB Ports ................................................ 167
Wallpaper Setup ..................................... 175
Audio/Information Screen ....................... 171
Authorized Manuals ................................ 482
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................ 122
Auto Engine Stop/Start .............................. 15
Automatic Brake Hold ............................. 364
Indicator ........................................... 76, 364
Automatic Brake Hold System Indicator ........................................... 76, 364
Automatic Operation (automatic lighting control) ................................................... 136
Average Fuel Economy ............................ 105
Average Speed ......................................... 105
B
Battery
12-Volt ................................................... 421
12-Volt Battery Charging System
Indicator ......................................... 79, 456
Charging (AGM Battery) ......................... 421
High Voltage........................................... 360
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Index
If the 12-Volt Battery Is Dead .................. 452
Maintenance (Checking the 12-Volt Battery) ................................................. 421
Maintenance (Replacing) ......................... 422
Battery Types .............................................. 14
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 38
Beverage Holders ..................................... 156
Bluetooth ® Audio ..................................... 215
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®................... 274
Booster Seats (For Children) ...................... 69
Brake System ............................................ 361
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 366
Automatic Brake Hold ............................. 364
Brake Assist System................................. 367
Fluid ....................................................... 404
Foot Brake .............................................. 363
Parking Brake.......................................... 361
Brake System (Amber) Indicator ................................................... 77
Brake System (Red) Indicator ........................................... 74, 457
Brake Wear
Indicator ................................................... 78
Bulb Replacement .................................... 405
Back-Up Lights ........................................ 406
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 405
Front Side Marker Lights ......................... 405
Front Turn Signal/Parking Lights .............. 405
Headlights .............................................. 405
High-Mount Brake Light.......................... 407
Rear License Plate Lights ......................... 407 Rear Side Marker Lights ........................... 406
Rear Turn Signal Lights ............................ 406
Side Turn Signal/Em
ergency Indicator
Lights .................................................... 405
Taillights .................................................. 406
Bulb Specifications ................................... 472
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ................................ 70
Carrying Cargo .................................. 315, 317
Certification Label .................................... 474
Changing Bulbs ......................................... 405
Charging System Indicator ................. 79, 456
Child Safety ................................................. 61
Emergency Hatch Opener ........................ 125
Child Seat .................................................... 61
Booster Seats ............................................. 69
Child Seat for Infants ................................. 63
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 64
Installing a Child Seat ................................ 66
Larger Children .......................................... 68
Selecting a Forward-facing Child Seat ........ 65
Using a Tether ........................................... 67
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 426
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 424
Client Service Information ....................... 483
Climate Control System ............................ 159
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ....................................... 161, 162
Dust and Pollen Filters ............................. 423 Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 160
Sensors ................................................... 163
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 159
Clock .......................................................... 108
Cold Weather ........................................... 420
Console Compartment ............................. 155
Controls ..................................................... 107
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 400
Adding the Coolant................................. 401
Checking the Coolant ............................. 400
Overheating ............................................ 454
Coolant (Inverter) ..................................... 402
Creeping (Dual Clutch Transmission) ...... 329
Cruise Control ........................................... 347
CRUISE CONTROL Indicator ....................... 86
CRUISE MAIN Indicator .............................. 86
Cup Holders .............................................. 156
Customized Features ................................ 248
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 138
Dead Battery (12-Volt) ............................. 452
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ......................................... 161, 162
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 475
Dimming
Headlights ............................................... 135
Rearview Mirror....................................... 145
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ......................... 390, 397
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 134
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Index
Fuel Economy........................................... 377
Fuel Fill Door ...................................... 27, 376
Fuses ......................................................... 461
Inspecting and Changing ........................ 465
Locations ................................ 461, 463, 464
G
Gasoline (Fuel) Economy................................................. 377
Gauge ...................................................... 99
Information............................................. 375
Instant Fuel Economy .............................. 105
Low Fuel Indicator..................................... 81
Refueling ................................................ 375
Gauges ........................................................ 99
Gear Position Indicator ...................... 80, 332
Gear Shift Positions
Dual Clutch Transmission ........................ 330
Glass (care) ....................................... 424, 428
Glove Box ................................................. 155
H
Handling of the Jack ................................ 448
Handling the Unexpected ....................... 435
HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) .............................. 274
Automatic Import of Cellular Phonebook and Call History ........................................... 287
Displaying Messages ............................... 303 HFL Buttons ............................................. 274
HFL Menus .............................................. 277
HFL Status Display ................................... 276
Limitations for Manua
l Operation ............ 276
Making a Call .......................................... 296
Options During a Call .............................. 300
Phone Setup ............................................ 282
Phonebook Phonetic M odification ........... 291
Receiving a Call ....................................... 300
Receiving a Text/E-mail Message .............. 301
Ring Tone ................................................ 286
Roadside Assistance ................................. 307
Selecting a Mail Account ......................... 302
Speed Dial ............................................... 288
To Set Up Text/E-mail Message Options ... 285
Hatch ......................................................... 123
Unable to Open ....................................... 468
Hazard Warning Button ............................... 6
Headlights ................................................. 135
Aiming .................................................... 405
Automatic Operation (automatic lighting control).................................................. 136
Dimming ......................................... 135, 138
Operating ................................................ 135
Heaters (Seat) ........................................... 158
HFL (HandsFreeLink ®)............................... 274
High Beam Indicator .................................. 85
High Voltage Battery ............................... 360
High-Performance Driving ....................... 319
Hill Start Assist System ............................. 327 HomeLink
® Universal Transceiver ............ 271
Honda App License Agreement .............. 232
Hybrid Vehicle SPORT HYBRID Super Handling All-Wheel-
Drive
TM (SPORT HYBRID SH-AWD ®).......... 11
I
Identification Numbers
Engine, Motor, and Transmission............. 474
Vehicle Identification ............................... 474
If the 12-Volt Battery Is Dead .................. 452
Immobilizer System .................................. 126
Indicator.................................................... 85
Indicators .................................................... 74
12-Volt Battery Charging System ....... 79, 456
Active Damper System............................... 78
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)..................... 82
Automatic Brake Hold ....................... 76, 364
Automatic Brake Hold System ........... 76, 364
Brake System (Amber) ............................... 77
Brake System (Red) ............................ 74, 457
Brake Wear ............................................... 78
CRUISE CONTROL ............................. 86, 348
CRUISE MAIN .................................... 86, 347
Door and Trunk (Hatch) Open ................... 37
Electric Parking Brake ................................ 75
Electric Parking Brake System ............ 75, 458
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System ............................................ 82, 457
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