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Quick Reference Guide
Maintenance (P 379)
Press the hatch release button on the
driver’s door.
Lights (P405)
●Inspect all lights regularly.
Under the Hatch (P390)
●Check engine oil and engine coolant.
Add when necessary.
Tires (P411)
●Inspect tires and wheels regularly.●Check tire pressures regularly.●Install winter tires for winter driving.
Handling Summer Only tires and Ultra High Performance
(UHP) tires in low ambient temperatures.
2 Cold Weather Driving (P420)
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Instrument Panel
Indicators
IndicatorNameOn/BlinkingExplanationMessage
Brake System
Indicator (Red)
•Comes on for a few seconds when
you set the power mode to ON,
then goes off.
• Comes on when the brake fluid
level is low.
• Comes on if there is a problem with
the brake system.•Comes on while driving - Check the
brake fluid level.
2 What to do when the indicator comes
on while driving P. 457
•Comes on along with the brake
system indicator (amber) - Immediately
stop in a safe place. Contact an authorized
Acura NSX dealer for repair. The brake
pedal becomes harder to operate. Depress
the pedal further than you normally do.
• Comes on along with the ABS
indicator - Have your vehicle checked by
an authorized Acura NSX dealer.
2 If the Brake System Indicator (Red)
Comes On P. 457
Low Oil Pressure
Indicator
•Comes on when you set the power
mode to ON, and goes off when
the power system starts.
• Comes on when the engine oil
pressure is low.
• Comes on if there is a problem with
the engine oil pressure system.•Comes on while driving - Immediately
stop in a safe place and set the power
mode to VEHICLE OFF, then contact an
authorized Acura NSX dealer.
U.S.
Canada
(Red)
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uuIndicators uDriver Information Interface Wa rning and Information Messages
Continued
Instrument Panel
MessageConditionExplanation
•Appears when the engine is running and indicates that
the engine oil level is low.• Appears while driving - Immediately stop in a safe
place.
2 If the Low Oil Level Symbol Appears P. 460
•Appears when the engine is running and indicates that
there is a problem with the oil level sensor.• Have your vehicle checked by an authorized Acura NSX
dealer as soon as possible.
• Appears if the engine coolant temperature is
abnormally high.
2 Overheating P. 454
•Appears if there is a prob lem with the fuel system.
Engine performance will be limited.• Immediately stop in a safe place and set the power
mode to VEHICLE OFF, then select the ON mode again.
Have your vehicle checked by an authorized Acura NSX
dealer if the message appears again.
• Appears if there is a tempor ary problem with the gear
shift mechanism and initialization is necessary.• Depress the brake pedal and shift to (P.
•Appears when the transmission is undergoing
initialization.• Keep the brake pedal depressed.
•Appears when a tempor ary problem is fixed.•Initialization will be completed when the engine is
restarted.
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uuGauges and Displays uDriver Information Interface
Instrument Panel
Driver Information Interface
The driver information interface shows the odometer, trip meter, outside
temperature indicator, and other gauges. It also displays important messages such
as warnings and other helpful information.
Roll the right selector wheel to change the display.
■Switching the Display
Right Selector Wheel Engine Oil LifeElapsed Time
Blank Screen
Average Speed
Range
Average Fuel Economy/
Instant Fuel Economy
Tire Pressure for
Each Tire
Turn-by-Turn
Directions
*Oil Level Check Assist Compass
*
* Not available on all models
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Instrument Panel
■Compass
Shows the compass screen.
■Turn-by-Turn Directions
When driving guidance is provided by the navigation system or Android Auto, turn-
by-turn directions to your destination appear.
2 Refer to the Navigation System Manual
2 Android AutoTM P. 223
Shows the remaining oil life and Maintenance MinderTM.
2Maintenance MinderTM P. 383
Shows the engine oil level check assist display.
2Oil Check P. 395
Shows each tire’s pressure.
2Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) P. 356
■Navigation*
■Engine Oil Life
■Oil Level Check Assist
■Tire Pressure Monitor
1Navigation*
You can select whether to have the turn-by-turn
display come on or not dur ing the route guidance.
2 Customized Features P. 248
* Not available on all models
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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 380
Safety When Performing Maintenance .... 381Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 382
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 383
Maintenance Under the Hood and Hatch Maintenance Items Under the Hood and Hatch ............................................. 389
Opening the Hatch .......................... 391
Opening the Hood ........................... 392
Engine Compartment Cover ............. 393
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 394
Oil Check ......................................... 395 Adding Engine Oil ............................ 398
Cooling System ................................ 400
Inverter Coolant ............................... 402
Transmission Fluids .......................... 403
Brake Fluid ....................................... 404
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 404
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 405
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades.... 408Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 411
Tire and Loading Information Label ..... 412Tire Labeling .................................... 412DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) ...... 414Wear Indicators................................ 416
Tire Service Life ................................ 416 Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 417
Tire Rotation .................................... 418
Winter Tires ..................................... 419
Cold Weather Driving ...................... 420
12-Volt Battery ................................. 421
Remote Transmitter Care Replacing the Button Battery ........... 422
Climate Control System Maintenance.... 423CleaningInterior Care .................................... 424
Exterior Care.................................... 426
Accessories and Modifications
Accessories ...................................... 431
Modifications................................... 432
Storage .............................................. 433
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Maintenance
Before Performing Maintenance
Inspection and Maintenance
For your safety, perform all listed inspections and maintenance to keep your vehicle
in good condition. If you become aware of an y abnormality (noise, smell, insufficient
brake fluid, oil residue on the ground, etc .), have your vehicle inspected by an
authorized Acura NSX dealer. (Note, however, that service at an authorized Acura
NSX dealer is not mandatory to keep your wa rranties in effect.) Refer to the separate
maintenance booklet for detailed maintenance and inspection information.
■Routine inspections
Perform inspections before long distance trips, when washing the vehicle, or when
refueling.
2 Maintenance P. 28
■Periodic inspections
• Check the brake fluid level monthly.
2 Brake Fluid P. 404
•Check the tire pressure monthly. Examin e the tread for wear and foreign objects.
2Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 411
•Check the operation of the exterior lights monthly.
2 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 405
•Check the condition of the wiper bl ades at least every six months.
2Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 408
■Types of Inspection and Maintenance
1Inspection and Maintenance
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of
emissions control devices and systems may be
done by any automotive repair establishment or
individuals using parts that are “certified” to
EPA standards.
According to state and fede ral regulations, failure to
perform maintenance on the maintenance main
items marked with # will not void your emissions
warranties. However, all ma intenance services should
be performed in accordan ce with the intervals
indicated by the driver information interface.
2 Maintenance Service Items P. 386
If you want to perform complex maintenance tasks
that require more skills a nd tools, you can purchase a
subscription to the Service Express website at
www.techinfo.acura.com .
2 Authorized Manuals P. 482
If you want to perform ma intenance yourself, make
sure that you have the necessary tools and skills first.
After performing maintenanc e, update the records in
the separate maintenance booklet.
U.S. models
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uuMaintenance MinderTMuTo Use Maintenance MinderTM
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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