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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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Tools
Types of Tools
1Types of Tools
The tools are stored in the trunk.
Towing Hook Funnel
Tool Box
Wheel Bolt Cap Removal Tool
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uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uTemporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
Continued
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4. Recheck the air pressure using the gauge
on the air compressor.
u Do not turn the air compressor on to
check the pressure.
5. If the air pressure is:
• Less than 19 psi (130 kPa):
Do not add air or continue driving. The
leak is too severe. Call for help and have
your vehicle towed.
2 Emergency Towing P. 466
•32 psi (220 kPa) or more:
Continue driving for another five
minutes or until you reach the nearest
service station if less than five minutes
away. Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h).
u Stop and check the air pressure again. If
the air pressure does not go down after
the five minute drive, you do not need to
check the pressure any more. Drive to
the nearest service station to fix or
replace the tire.
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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 in dicator 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. 325
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. 395
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. 466
1If the Low Oil Level Symbol Appears
NOTICE
Running the engine with a low oil level can cause
serious mechanical damage almost immediatelyM
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 levelM
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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Emergency Towing
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow your vehicle.
■Flat bed equipment
The operator loads your vehicle on the back of a truck.
This is the only way you can safely transport your vehicle.
Any other towing method will da mage the vehicle’s drive system.
1Emergency Towing
NOTICE
Trying to lift or tow your vehicle by the bumpers will
cause serious damage. The bumpers are not designed
to support the vehicle

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Index
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Safe Driving................................................. 33
Safety Check ................................................ 37
Safety Labels ............................................... 71
Safety Message ............................................. 2
Seat Belts ..................................................... 38
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners .................. 40
Checking ................................................... 44
Fastening ................................................... 41
Installing a Child Seat ................................ 66
Pregnant Women ...................................... 43
Reminder ............................................. 39, 81
Warning Indicator ................................ 39, 81
Seat Heaters .............................................. 158
Seats .......................................................... 148
Adjusting ................................................. 148
Seat Heaters ............................................ 158
Security System ......................................... 126
Immobilizer System Indicator ..................... 85
Security System Alarm Indicator ................. 86
Selecting a Forward-facing Child Seat ...... 65
Sequential Mode ...................................... 335
Sequential Mode Operation .................... 338
Setting the Clock ...................................... 108
Shift Button......................................... 25, 330
Operation ................................................ 332
Shifting (Transmission) ....................... 25, 330
Side Airbags ................................................ 54
Side Curtain Airbags ................................... 56
Siri ® Eyes Free ............................................ 219
SiriusXM ® Radio ........................................ 196 Snow Tires
................................................. 419
Sounds Unique to the SPORT HYBRID
SH-AWD® System...................................... 15
Spark Plugs ............................................... 472
Specifications ............................................ 472
Specified Fuel ................................... 375, 472
SPORT HYBRID Super Handling All-Wheel- Drive
TM (SPORT HYBRID SH-AWD® )....... 355
SRS Airbags (Airbags) ................................. 48
Steering Wheel Adjusting ................................................ 144
Stopping ................................................... 368
Storage ...................................................... 433
Summer Tires ............................................ 419
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ........ 48
Switches (Around the Steering Wheel) ............................................. 6, 7, 131
System Message Indicator .......................... 84
T
Temperature
Gauge ..................................................... 100
Temperature Sensor ................................. 163
Temporary Tire Repair Kit ....................... 437
Time (Setting) ........................................... 108
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) ..................................................... 356
Indicator............................................ 84, 459
Tires ........................................................... 411
Air Pressure ..................................... 412, 473 Chains .................................................... 419
Checking and Maintaining ...................... 411
Flat Tire (Puncture) .................................. 437
Inspection ............................................... 411
Labeling .................................................. 412
Regulations ............................................. 414
Rotation.................................................. 418
Summer .................................................. 419
Temporary Tire Repair Kit ........................ 437
Wear Indicators....................................... 416
Winter .................................................... 419
Tools ......................................................... 436
Towing a Trailer ....................................... 324
Towing Behind a Motorhome ................. 324
Towing Your Vehicle Emergency .............................................. 466
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring
System) .................................................... 356
Transmission ....................................... 25, 330
Dual Clutch............................... 25, 329, 330
Fluids .............................................. 403, 473
Gear Position Indicator ...................... 80, 332
Number .................................................. 474
Sequential Mode..................................... 335
TRIP Button .............................................. 103
Trip Meter ................................................ 104
Troubleshooting ...................................... 435
Blown Fuse ............................. 461, 463, 464
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door ......... 31
Emergency Towing ................................. 466
Flat Tire/Puncture .................................... 437
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