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uuIndicators uDriver Information Interface Wa rning and Information Messages
Instrument Panel
MessageConditionExplanation
•Appears when the transmission temperature is too low
to operate (approx. -13°F [-25°C] or below).• You can start the engine an d use the climate control
system to warm up the interior, which will also warm
the transmission enough for you to drive the vehicle.
• The engine speed does not increase even if you fully
depress the accelerator pedal.
•Appears when the High Volt age battery temperature is
extremely low (-4°F [-20°C]).• Contact an authorized Acura NSX dealer immediately.
• To prevent the message to come on, store the vehicle in
the garage or drive in advance to warm up the High
Voltage battery.
• The minimum operation guarantee environmental
temperature is -4°F [-20°C].
•Appears when the twin motor unit fluid temperature is
extremely low.•Vehicle speed is limited to 81 mph (130 km/h) until twin
motor unit fluid warms up.
• Appears if the AWD system has a problem due to a
hybrid system or power distribution control failure.•Drives with the rear wheels only in this state.
Have your vehicle checked by an authorized Acura NSX
dealer.
•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 Check Engine Oil Level Warning Appears
P. 459
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uuWhen Driving uDual Clutch Transmission
Driving
If there is a strong impact with something under the vehicle, stop in a safe location.
Check the underside of the vehicle for damage or any fluid leaks.
If any of these components are damaged or loose, the stability, handling, and
powertrain cooling performance of the vehicle may be adversely affected.
Dual Clutch Transmission
As with a conventional gasoline-powered ve hicle with an automatic transmission,
this vehicle will creep.
Keep the brake pedal firmly depressed when stopped.
The accelerator pedal features a kick down switch. Quickly depressing the
accelerator pedal while driving may cause the transmission to drop to a lower gear,
subsequently increasing vehicle speed. De press the accelerator pedal carefully,
especially when driving uphill, on slippery roads, and curves.
■Other Precautions
■Creeping
■Kickdown
1 Precautions While Driving
Do not select
(N while driving as you will lose engine
braking (and accelera tion) performance.
Avoid hard braking for the first 200 miles (300 km)
after purchasing your new vehicle or replacing the
brake pads or rotors, to allow for proper break-in.
Models with iron brake discs
1Dual Clutch Transmission
The DCT will not operate when it is extremely cold. If
the vehicle has been parked in extremely cold
conditions, after you start th e engine, wait until it
gets warm. Keep your vehicle parked until the
READY indicator comes on.
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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 376
Safety When Performing Maintenance .... 377Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 378
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 379
Maintenance Under the Hood and Hatch Maintenance Items Under the Hood and Hatch ............................................. 385
Opening the Hatch .......................... 387
Opening the Hood ........................... 388
Engine Compartment Cover ............. 389
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 390
Oil Check ......................................... 391 Adding Engine Oil ............................ 394
Cooling System ................................ 396
Inverter Coolant ............................... 398
Transmission Fluids .......................... 399
Brake Fluid ....................................... 400
Refilling Window Wa
sher Fluid......... 400
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 401
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades.... 404Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 407
Tire and Loading Information Label ..... 408Tire Labeling .................................... 408DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) ...... 410Wear Indicators................................ 412
Tire Service Life ................................ 412 Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 413
Tire Rotation .................................... 414
Winter Tires ..................................... 415
Cold Weather Driving ...................... 416
12-Volt Battery ................................. 417
Remote Transmitter Care Replacing the Remote Battery .......... 418
Climate Control System Maintenance.... 419CleaningInterior Care .................................... 420
Exterior Care.................................... 422
Accessories and Modifications
Accessories ...................................... 428
Modifications................................... 429
Storage .............................................. 430
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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 lines (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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uuMaintenance Under the Hood and Hatch uTransmission Fluids
Maintenance
Transmission Fluids
Have an authorized Acura NSX dealer chec k the fluid level and replace if necessary.
Do not attempt to check or change the dual clutch transmission fluids yourself.
Have an authorized Acura NSX dealer chec k the fluid level and replace if necessary.
Do not attempt to check or change the twin motor unit fluid yourself.
■Dual Clutch Transmission Fluids
Specified fluids:
Acura Automatic Transm ission Fluid ATF DW-1
Acura Gear Oil GO-Type 2.0
■Twin Motor Unit Fluid
Specified fluid:
Acura Automatic Transm ission Fluid ATF DW-1
1Dual Clutch Transmission Fluids
NOTICE
Do not mix Acura ATF DW-1 with other
transmission fluids.
Using a transmission flui d other than Acura ATF
DW-1 may adversely af fect the operation and
durability of your vehicle’ s transmission, and damage
the transmission.
Any damage caused by using a transmission fluid that
is not equivalent to Acur a ATF DW-1 is not covered
by Acura’s new vehicl e limited warranty.Clutch
Transmission
1Twin Motor Unit Fluid
NOTICE
Do not mix Acura ATF Type DW-1 with other
transmission fluids.
Using a transmission flui d other than Acura ATF
DW-1 may adversely af fect the operation and
durability of your vehicl e’s twin motor unit, and
damage the twin motor unit.
Any damage caused by using a transmission fluid that
is not equivalent to Acur a ATF DW-1 is not covered
by Acura’s new vehicl e limited warranty.
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uuIndicator, Comin g On/BlinkinguIf the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
Handling the Unexpected
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
• The brake fluid is low.
• There is a malfunction in the brake system.
■What to do when the indicator comes on while driving
Depress the brake pedal lightly to check pedal pressure.
• If normal, check the brake fluid level the next time you stop.
• If abnormal, take immediate acti on. If necessary, downshift the
transmission to slow the vehicle using regenerative braking.
If the Electric Power Steeri ng (EPS) System Indicator
Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on if there is a problem with the EPS system.
■What to do when th e indicator comes on
Stop the vehicle in a safe place a nd turn on the power system again.
If the indicator comes on and stays on, immediately have your vehicle
inspected by an author ized Acura NSX dealer.
1If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
Have your vehicle re paired immediately.
It is dangerous to drive with low brake fluid. If there
is no resistance from the brake pedal, stop
immediately in a safe plac e. If necessary, downshift
the gears.
If the brake system indicator and ABS indicator come
on simultaneously, the elec tronic brake distribution
system is not working. Th is can result in vehicle
instability under sudden braking.
Have your vehicle inspecte d by an authorized Acura
NSX dealer immediately.
If both red and amber brake system indicators come
on, stop the vehicle in a safe place and have it
inspected by an authorized Acura NSX dealer
immediately.U.S.
Canada
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Index
Maintenance (Checking the 12-Volt Battery) ................................................. 417
Maintenance (Replacing) ......................... 418
Battery Types .............................................. 14
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 38
Beverage Holders ..................................... 153
Bluetooth ® Audio ..................................... 211
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®................... 269
Booster Seats (For Children) ...................... 69
Brake System ............................................ 355
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 360
Automatic Brake Hold ............................. 358
Brake Assist System................................. 361
Fluid ....................................................... 400
Foot Brake .............................................. 357
Parking Brake.......................................... 355
Brake System (Amber)
Indicator ................................................... 77
Brake System (Red)
Indicator ........................................... 74, 455
Brake Wear Indicator ................................................... 78
Bulb Replacement .................................... 401
Back-Up Lights ........................................ 402
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 401
Front Side Marker Lights ......................... 401
Front Turn Signal/Parking Lights .............. 401
Headlights .............................................. 401
High-Mount Brake Light.......................... 403
Rear License Plate Lights ......................... 403
Rear Side Marker Lights .......................... 402 Rear Turn Signal Lights ............................ 402
Side Turn Signal/Em
ergency Indicator
Lights .................................................... 401
Taillights .................................................. 402
Bulb Specifications ................................... 470
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ................................ 70
Carrying Cargo .................................. 309, 311
Certification Label .................................... 472
Changing Bulbs ......................................... 401
Charging System Indicator ................. 79, 454
Child Safety ................................................. 61
Emergency Hatch Opener ........................ 124
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 ............................... 422
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 420
Client Service Information ....................... 481
Climate Control System ............................ 156
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 158
Dust and Pollen Filters ............................. 419
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 157 Sensors ................................................... 160
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 156
Clock .......................................................... 108
Cold Weather ........................................... 416
Console Compartment ............................. 152
Controls ..................................................... 107
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 396
Adding the Coolant................................. 397
Checking the Coolant ............................. 396
Overheating ............................................ 452
Coolant (Inverter) ..................................... 398
Creeping (Dual Clutch Transmission) ...... 323
Cruise Control ........................................... 341
CRUISE CONTROL Indicator ....................... 86
CRUISE MAIN Indicator .............................. 86
Cup Holders .............................................. 153
Customized Features ................................ 243
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 137
Dead Battery (12-Volt) ............................. 450
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ................................................. 158
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 473
Dimming Headlights ............................................... 134
Rearview Mirror....................................... 144
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ......................... 386, 393
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 133
Door Mirrors ............................................. 145
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Index
Doors......................................................... 109
Auto Door Locking .................................. 121
Auto Door Unlocking ............................... 121
Door Open Message .................................. 37
Keys ........................................................ 109
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ............................................... 118
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from
the Outside ............................................ 111
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 117
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 410
Driver Information Interface .................... 102
Driver’s Knee Airbag .................................. 52
Driving ....................................................... 307
Braking .................................................... 355
Cold Weather .......................................... 416
Cruise Control ......................................... 341
Dual Clutch Transmission ......................... 323
Shifting Gear ........................................... 324
Turning on the Power .............................. 319
Driving Position Memory System ............. 141
Dual Clutch Transmission ......................... 323
Creeping ................................................. 323
Fluids ............................................... 399, 471
Kickdown ................................................ 323
Operating the Shift Button................. 25, 326
Shifting.................................................... 324
Dust and Pollen Filters .............................. 419E
Elapsed Time............................................. 105
Electric Parking Brake .............................. 355
Indicator.................................................... 75
Electric Parking Brake System
Indicator............................................ 75, 456
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator............................................ 82, 455
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 344
Emergency ................................................ 465
Emergency Hatch Opener ........................ 124
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 475
Energy Efficiency ........................................ 14
Engine ....................................................... 472
Coolant ........................................... 396, 471
If the 12-Volt Battery Is Dead................... 450
Oil ................................................... 390, 471
Engine Compartment Cover .................... 389
Engine Coolant ......................................... 396
Adding the Coolant................................. 397
Checking the Coolant ............................. 396
Overheating ............................................ 452
Engine Oil Adding .................................................... 394
Changing ................................................ 395
Check Engine Oil Level Warning .............. 459
Checking................................................. 391
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 380
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ......................... 74
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 390
Temperature Gauge ................................ 101 EPS (Electric Power Steering) System
........ 82
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 70
Exterior Care (Cleaning) .......................... 422
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 145
F
Features.................................................... 161
Filters Dust and Pollen....................................... 419
Oil .......................................................... 395
Flat Tire ..................................................... 435
Floor Mats ................................................ 421
Fluids Brake .............................................. 400, 471
Dual Clutch Transmission ................ 399, 471
Engine Coolant ............................... 396, 471
Inverter Coolant .............................. 398, 471
Twin Motor Unit ............................. 399, 471
Windshield Washer ......................... 400, 470
FM Radio .................................................. 188
Foot Brake ................................................ 357
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 48
Fuel ..................................................... 27, 369
Economy................................................. 372
Gauge ...................................................... 99
Instant Fuel Economy .............................. 105
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 81
Range ..................................................... 105
Refueling ................................................ 369
Requirement ................................... 369, 470
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