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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
Overheating
How to Handle Overheating
Overheating symptoms are as follows:
•The temperature gauge pointer is at the mark or the engine suddenly loses
power.
• Steam or spray comes out of the engine compartment.
■First thing to do
1. Immediately park the vehicle in a safe place.
u Put the transmission into
(P and set the parking brake.
2. Turn off all accessories and turn on the hazard warning lights.
u No steam or spray present : Keep the power system on and open the hatch.
u Steam or spray is present : Turn off the power system and wait until it
subsides. Then open the hatch.
1 How to Handle Overheating
NOTICE
Continuing to drive with the temperature gauge
pointer at the mark may damage the engine.
3WARNING
Steam and spray from an overheated
engine can seriously scald you.
Do not open the hatch if steam is coming
out.
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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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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
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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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Index
Noise When Braking ................................. 31
Overheating ............................................ 454
Power System Won’t Start ...................... 449
Premium Gasoline ........................... 375, 472
Warning Indicators.................................... 74
Trunk Light Bulb ............................................... 472
Turn Signals .............................................. 134
Indicators (Instrume nt Panel) ..................... 85
Turn-by-Turn Directions .......................... 106
Turning on the Power ............................. 325
Does Not Activate ................................... 449
If the 12-Volt Battery Is Dead .................. 452
Twin Motor Unit
Fluid ............................................... 403, 473
U
Unlocking the Doors ................................ 111
Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ..... 119
USB Flash Drives ....................................... 231
USB Ports .................................................. 167
Using the Keyless Access System ............. 111
V
Vehicle Identification Number................ 474
Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA® ).............. 350
Off Button .............................................. 351
Off Indicator ..................................... 83, 351
System Indicator ............................... 83, 350 Vehicle Storage
......................................... 433
Viscosity (Oil) .................................... 394, 473
Voice Control Operation .......................... 188
Audio Commands ................................... 190
Climate Control Commands .................... 191
General Commands ................................. 191
Music Search Commands ........................ 191
On Screen Commands ............................. 191
Phone Commands ................................... 190
Useful Commands ................................... 190
Voice Portal Screen .................................. 189
Voice Recognition .................................... 188
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist
TM)............... 350
W
Wallpaper ................................................. 175
Warning and Information Messages ......... 87
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ............... 456
Warning Labels ........................................... 71
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided
separately) ............................................... 479
Watts ......................................................... 472
Wear Indicators (Tire) ............................... 416
Wi-Fi Connection ...................................... 217
Window Washers ...................................... 139
Adding/Refilling Fluid ............................... 404
Switch ..................................................... 139
Windows (Opening and Closing) ............. 129Windshield
Cleaning ......................................... 424, 428
Defrosting/Defogging ...................... 140, 161
Washer Fluid ................................... 404, 472
Wiper Blades ........................................... 408
Wipers and Washers................................ 139
Winter Tires Snow Tires .............................................. 419
Tire Chains .............................................. 419
Wipers and Washers ................................. 139
Checking and Replacing Wiper Blades ..... 408
WMA ......................................................... 212
Worn Tires ................................................ 411
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