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uuMaintenance Under the Hood and Hatch uOpening the Hood
Maintenance
Opening the Hood
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface, and set
the parking brake.
2. Pull the hood release handle under the
driver’s side lower co rner of the dashboard.
u The hood will pop up slightly.
3. Pull up the hood latch lever (located under
the front edge of the hood to the center)
and raise the hood. On ce you have raised
the hood slightly, you can release the lever.
4. Lift the hood up most of the way.
u The hydraulic support will lift it up the
rest of the way and hold it up.
When closing, lower it to approximately 12
inches (30 cm), then pr ess down firmly with
your hands, and make su re both right and left
latches are firmly locked in place.1 Opening the Hood
NOTICE
Do not open the hood when the wiper arms are
raised. The hood will strike the wipers, resulting in
possible damage to the hood and/or the wipers.
When closing the hood, check that both right and
left latches are securely latched.
If the hood latch lever moves stiffly, or if you can
open the hood without lifti ng the lever, the latch
mechanism should be cl eaned and lubricatedM
Pull
Hood Release Handle
Lever
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood and Hatch uOil Check
Continued
Maintenance
Oil Check
We recommend that you check the engi ne oil level every time you refuel.
1. Bring up the Oil Level Check Assist
display on the driver information interface.
2 Driver Information Interface P. 102
2.Warm up the engine until all the bars in
the Warm Up gauge light up.
3. When the bars turn green, park the
vehicle on level ground and select
(P.
4. Allow the engine to continue idling until
all the bars in the Idle Time gauge in the
engine Oil Level Check Assist display
light up.
u Do not depress the accelerator pedal
while the engine is idling, as this will
reset the Idle Time .
1Oil Check
NOTICE
Do not open a door or the hatch before the Ready
To Check Oil Level message appears.
If a door or the hatch is open, the corresponding
warning message will be given priority, and the Oil
Level Check Assist will not be displayed.
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood and Hatch uOil Check
Maintenance
8. Open the hatch.
2 Opening the Hatch P. 391
9.Remove the right engine compartment
cover.
2 Engine Compartment Cover P. 393
10.Remove the dipstick (orange).
11. Wipe the dipstick with a clean cloth or
paper towel.
12. Insert the dipstick back all the way into its
hole.
13. Remove the dipstick again, and check the
level. It should be between the upper and
lower marks.
u The engine oil level should be checked
after two minutes after changing the
power mode to VEHICLE OFF.
u Add oil if necessary.
u When engine oil is added, recheck the
engine oil level using steps 1 - 14.
14. After checking the engine oil level, make
sure to select a display other than the Oil
Level Check Assist display.
2Driver Information Interface P. 102
1Oil Check
For a proper oil level reading, the dipstick must be
inserted with the flat si de of the dipstick handle
facing the oil fill cap.
The amount of oil consum ed depends on how the
vehicle is driven and the cl imatic and road conditions
encountered. The rate of oil consumption can be up
to 1.05 US quart (1 liter) per 625 miles (1000 km).
Consumption is likely to be higher when the engine is
new.
Oil Fill CapFlat Side
Upper Mark
Lower Mark
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood and Hatch uCooling System
Maintenance
Cooling System
This coolant is premixed with 50% antifreeze and 50% water. Do not add any
straight antifreeze or water.
We recommend you check the engine coolant level every time you refuel. Check the
reserve tank. Add the engine coolant accordingly.
1. Make sure the engine and radiator are cool.
2. Open the hatch.
2 Opening the Hatch P. 391
3.Remove the left engine compartment
cover.
2 Engine Compartment Cover P. 393
4.Check the amount of coolant in the reserve
tank.
u If the coolant level is below the MIN
mark, add the specified coolant until it
reaches the MAX mark.
5. Inspect the cooling system for leaks.
Specified coolant: Acura Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2
■Checking the Coolant
1Cooling System
NOTICE
Genuine Acura engine cool ant is a 50/50 mixture of
antifreeze and water that can withstand freezing at
temperatures as low as a bout -31°F (-35°C). If your
vehicle is consistently subjected to temperatures
below this, the concentration of antifreeze in the
coolant should be increased. Consult an authorized
Acura NSX dealer for details.
If Acura antifreeze/coolant is not available, you may
use another major brand of non-silicate coolant as a
temporary replacement. Check that it is a high quality
coolant recommended for aluminum engines.
Continued use of any non-Ac ura coolant can result in
corrosion, causing the coo ling system to malfunction
or fail. Have the cooling system flushed and refilled
with Acura antifreeze/cool ant as soon as possible.
Do not add rust inhibitors or other additives to your
vehicle’s cooling system. Th ey may not be compatible
with the coolant or with the engine components.
3WARNING
Removing the reserve tank cap while the
engine is hot can cause the coolant to spray
out, seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and radiator cool
down before removing the reserve tank
cap.
Reserve
Tank
MAX
MIN
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood and Hatch uInverter Coolant
Maintenance
Inverter Coolant
This coolant is premixed with 50% antifreeze and 50% water. Do not add any
straight antifreeze or water.
We recommend you check the inverter co olant level every time you refuel.
Have an authorized Acura NSX deal er replace the inverter coolant.
1. Open the hood.
2 Opening the Hood P. 392
2.Check the fluid level in the tank.
3. If the coolant level has dropped below the
MIN level, have your vehicle serviced at an
authorized Acura NSX dealer.
u Only a properly trained technician can
refill the coolant an d check the system
for leaks.
Specified coolant: Acura Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2
■Checking the Coolant
1Inverter Coolant
NOTICE
Genuine Acura engine cool ant is a 50/50 mixture of
antifreeze and water that can withstand freezing at
temperatures as low as a bout -31°F (-35°C). If your
vehicle is consistently subjected to temperatures
below this, the concentration of antifreeze in the
coolant should be increased. Consult an authorized
Acura NSX dealer for details.
If Acura antifreeze/coolant is not available, you may
use another major brand non- silicate coolant as a
temporary replacement. Check that it is a high quality
coolant recommended fo r aluminum engines.
Continued use of any non-Ac ura coolant can result in
corrosion, causing the coo ling system to malfunction
or fail. Have the cooling system flushed and refilled
with Acura antifreeze/cool ant as soon as possible.
Do not add rust inhibitors or other additives to your
vehicle’s cooling system. Th ey may not be compatible
with the coolant or with the motor components.
MAX
MIN
Filler
Tank
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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
Fuses
Fuse Locations
If any electrical devices are not working, set
the power mode to VEHICLE OFF, and check
to see if any applic able fuse is blown.
There are two fuse boxes under the hood.
Fuse locations are shown on the fuse box
cover. Locate the fuse in question by the
fuse number and box cover number.
■Fuse box A
Located near the radiator. Push the tabs to
open the box.
■Hood Fuse Box
Tab
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1
EPS70 A
Cooling Fan50 A
ABS/VSA Motor40 A
ABS/VSA FSR20 A
AS F/B Main30 A
Main Fuse200 A
2
−(50 A)
F/B Main 1 60 A −(60A)
−(50A)
Left Electric Parking Brake Motor 30 A
Right Electric Parking Brake Motor 30 A
−( 40 A)
Heater Motor 2 30 A
Heater Motor 1 30 A −( 40 A)
3
E-OP30 A
−(30 A)
ADS30 A
AMP*(30 A)
4 Parking Light 10 A
5IGPS PCS7.5 A
6 Left Headlight High Beam 10 A
7VFP27.5 A
8 Left Headlight Low Beam 10 A
9Right Headlight High Beam10 A
10 Right Headlight Low Beam 10 A
11IGPS Fan7.5 A
12 FI Main 15 A
13FI Sub20 A
14 Back Up 7.5 A
15SBW ECU7.5 A
16 DBW1 15 A
17IG Coil15 A
18 DBW2 15 A
19Parking Light & Headlight Main20 A
20 Rear Defroster 20 A
21Front Washer20 A
22 ISC 15 A
23−−
24 ACC/IG2 Main 10 A
25Daytime Running Lights10 A
26 Horn 10 A
27Interior Lights7.5 A
28 IGP2 15 A
29Audio10 A
Circuit ProtectedAmps
* Not available on all models
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uuFuses uFuse Locations
Handling the Unexpected
Located inside the passenger’s side under
cover. Remove the clips using a Phillips-
head screwdriver, then open the under
cover.
Fuse locations are shown on the label on
the under cover.
Locate the fuse in question by the fuse
number and label number.
■Passenger’s Side Interior Fuse
Box
Fuse Box
Fuse Label
Under Cover
Clip
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit ProtectedAmps
aPassenger’s Power Seat
Sliding*(20 A)
bPassenger’s Power Seat Reclining*(20 A)
c−(10 A)
d−−
eWiper7.5 A
fEPS7.5 A
gDR17.5 A
hPower System 37.5 A
Located near the rear center speaker.
Fuse locations are shown on the hood fuse
box A cover.
Have an authorized Acura NSX dealer
inspect and replace the fuse.
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
■Rear Side Interior Fuse Box
Fuse Box
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1HCA-220 A
2−−
3−−
4−−
5HCA-120 A
6DI-INJ20 A
7−−
8TCU30 A
* Not available on all models
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