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This Owner’s Guide is intended to help you quickly get acquainted with your 2017 Acura NSX. It
provides basic information and instructions on technology and convenience features, as well as
emergency procedures and how to get assistance.
This guide is for vehicles sold in the United States and Canada. It covers all NSX models, so you
may find descriptions of features and equipment that are not in your vehicle.
Images throughout this guide are from U.S. vehicles and represent features and equipment that
are available on some, but not all, models. Images shown in this guide should be considered
examples and used for demonstration purposes only.
This guide is not intended to be a substitute for the Owner’s Manual. The Owner Information CD
enclosed in your information kit includes the Owner’s Manual, Navigation Manual, and vehicle
and tire warranties in electronic format. This information can be viewed on a computer (PC or
Mac platform) and saved or printed for your reference. In addition, you can visit owners.acura.
com (U.S.) or myacura.ca (Canada) to view the complete and most current information.
If you are the first registered owner of your vehicle, you may request a complimentary printed
copy of the Owner’s Manual, Navigation Manual, or Vehicle Warranty within the first six months
of vehicle purchase. To request a copy, visit owners.acura.com and create or log in to your
account. In Canada, please request a copy from your authorized Acura NSX dealer.
American Honda Motor Co., Inc. strives to be proactive in protecting our environment and
natural resources. By using electronic delivery for a considerable portion of the information
typically found in a vehicle owner’s manual, we are further reducing our impact on the
environment.
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VISUAL INDEX ................................................................2
Steering Wheel and Nearby Controls ..................................2
Dashboard and Ceiling Controls ...........................................6
PHONE PAIRING QUICK START...................................8
HANDSFREE PHONE QUICK START ........................10
VOICE RECOGNITION QUICK START ....................... 11
SPORT HYBRID
SUPER HANDLING ALLWHEEL DRIVE™ .................13
SAFETY INFORMATION ..............................................14
High-Voltage System Precautions .....................................18
Seat Belts ................................................................................19
Airbags .................................................................................... 24
Child Safety ........................................................................... 33
Safety Label Locations .........................................................43
Reporting Safety Defects .................................................... 44
INSTRUMENT PANEL..................................................45
Malfunction Indicators ........................................................ 46
Condition Indicators ............................................................48
On/Off Indicators ................................................................. 50
Driver Information Interface ...............................................51
VEHICLE CONTROLS .................................................. 54
Using the Remote Transmitter ........................................... 54
Keyless Access System ......................................................... 55
Door Operation from Inside the Vehicle ...........................57
Power Window Operation .................................................. 59
Interior and Exterior Lights ................................................. 60
Wiper Operation ................................................................... 63
Intermittent (INT) wipers ................................................... 64
Adjusting the Seats .............................................................. 65
Driving Position Memory System* ....................................71
Adjusting the Mirrors ............................................................72
HomeLink® Universal Transceiver ......................................74
Climate Control System .......................................................76
Seat Heaters* .........................................................................77
Customized Features ........................................................... 78
Setting the Clock .................................................................. 79
AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY ................................... 80
Basic Audio Operation ......................................................... 80
Operating Display Audio ..................................................... 84
Wi-Fi Connection.................................................................. 87
Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
FM Radio ............................................................................... 92
SiriusXM
USB Flash Drive .....................................................................96
Pandora
Bluetooth
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Basic HFL Operation ...........................................................101
Pairing a Phone ................................................................... 103
Making a Call ....................................................................... 104
SMS Text Messaging and E-Mail ...................................... 108
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Siri
ACURALINK®* .............................................................110
AcuraLink Messages ............................................................110
Subscription Features .........................................................112
NAVIGATION* ............................................................114
Basic Navigation Operation ..............................................114
Entering a Destination ........................................................118
Routing ..................................................................................122
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Radio* .................................................................. 93
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Audio .................................................................. 99
Eyes Free ...................................................................... 109
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DRIVING ......................................................................125
Before Driving.......................................................................125
High Voltage Battery Maintenance .................................127
Maximum Load Limit ..........................................................127
Starting to Drive ................................................................. 130
Shifting ..................................................................................132
Car Wash Mode ................................................................... 134
Integrated Dynamics System (IDS)................................. 135
Braking .................................................................................. 138
Automatic Brake Hold ....................................................... 140
Cruise Control ..................................................................... 142
Vehicle Stability Assist
Parking Sensor System* .................................................... 145
Multi-View Rear Camera ...................................................146
Refueling............................................................................... 147
High-Performance Driving ................................................149
Cold or Rainy Weather Driving ........................................ 154
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Keyless Access Remote Battery Strength .......................155
Emergency Power System Off ......................................... 156
Jump Starting .......................................................................157
Overheating ......................................................................... 159
Emergency Towing ..............................................................161
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ...................... 162
Tire Repair Kit ...................................................................... 165
Fuse Locations ......................................................................167
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MAINTENANCE ..........................................................1 74
Safety Precautions ..............................................................174
Maintenance Minder
Under the Hood ...................................................................181
Under the Hatch ................................................................. 183
Engine Oil ............................................................................. 184
Engine Coolant .................................................................... 188
Inverter Coolant .................................................................. 190
Window Washer Fluid ....................................................... 190
Brake Fluid.............................................................................191
Checking the 12-Volt Battery ...........................................192
Changing Wiper Blades ..................................................... 194
Tire Information .................................................................. 196
Tire Labeling ........................................................................ 201
DOT Tire Quality Grading .................................................203
Testing of Readiness Codes ..............................................205
Long-Term Storage .............................................................206
Paint Care .............................................................................207
SPECIFICATIONS .......................................................208
CLIENT INFORMATION ............................................ 210
Frequently Asked Questions/Troubleshooting ............. 210
Contact Us ............................................................................212
Acura Total Luxury Care Roadside Assistance ............... 213
EPA Contact Information .................................................. 213
Warranty Coverages...........................................................214
Disclosures ...........................................................................215
VOICE COMMAND INDEX....................................... 218
INDEX.......................................................................... 222
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Acura Total Luxury Care Roadside Assistance
Your Acura TLC Roadside Assistance representative is here to help you 24 hours a day, 7 days
a week. Under your 4-year/50,000-mile (80,000 km) warranty, the following benefits are
available:
Towing services—full cost of towing to the closest authorized Acura NSX dealer
Roadside assistance—jump starting, fuel delivery, lockout, and flat tire
Trip planning—detailed trip routing, emergency services, and more
U.S. customers
(800) 594-8500
Canadian customers
(800) 565-7587 (Canada)
Acura Client Relations
Your authorized Acura NSX dealer should be able to answer any questions you have about your
vehicle. However, if you are dissatisfied with the information you receive, you can call Acura
Client Relations (see page 212):
U.S. customers
Main line: (800) 382-2238
NSX specialists: (844) 68-ACURA [682-2872]
Canadian customers
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Main line: (888) 922-8729
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NSX specialists: (844) 9MYNSX9 [969-6799]
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Quickly locate items in the vehicle’s interior.
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u v w x
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®) System
u
OFF) Button p. 144
Parking Sensor System Button* p. 145
System Indicators p. 45
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Driver Information Interface p. 51
Hazard Warning Button
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Audio System p. 80
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Navigation System* p. 114
Steering Wheel Adjustments p. 70
y
ENGINE START/STOP Button p. 131,
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p. 156
IDS Mode Switch p. 135
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Heated Mirror Button p. 76
Climate Control System p. 76
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Steering Wheel and Nearby Controls (continued)
u
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Lights/turn signals p. 60, p. 62
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Paddle Shifters p. 133
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Brightness Control p. 61
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Km/Mile Change Button
Wipers/Washers p. 63
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Right Selector Wheel
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TRIP Button p. 53
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Horn (Press an area around )
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Audio Remote Controls p. 82
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Power Window Switches p. 59
u
Power Door Lock Master Switch p. 57
Door Mirror Controls p. 72
Memory Buttons* /
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SET Button* p. 71
Driver’s Side Interior Fuse Box p. 170
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Driver’s Front Airbag p. 24
x
Driver’s Knee Airbag p. 26
y
Electric Parking Brake Switch p. 139
z
Automatic Brake Hold Button p. 140
Rearview Mirror p. 72
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Hatch Release Button p. 58
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Fuel Fill Door Release Button p. 148
Hood Release Handle p. 180
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USB Port p. 80
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Accessory Power Socket p. 81
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USB Port p. 80
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Glove Box
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Passenger’s Side Interior Fuse Box p.
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PHONE PAIRING QUICK START
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2. Pair the Phone to the Audio System
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You must connect (pair) your smartphone to the vehicle to use the vehicle’s hands-free phone
function. Pairing can be done only when the vehicle is stopped.
Follow these steps to pair the first phone (no other phones have been paired).
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1. Prepare Your Phone
For iPhone®, begin here (iOS® 7 and newer).
1. Tap Settings (in the dock)
2. Tap Bluetooth®
Ensure Bluetooth is turned on
Note the “Now discoverable as” name
below the Bluetooth switch
Keep the Bluetooth screen open
For Android™, begin here
(Version 4 and newer).
1. Tap the App Drawer (on the HOME screen)
2. Tap Settings
3. Tap Bluetooth
Ensure Bluetooth is turned on
1. Select Settings (on the HOME screen)
2. Select Phone
3. Select Bluetooth Device List
4. Select Add Bluetooth Device
5. Select Continue
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6. Select your phone in the list
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à Compare the pairing code on the audio system and your phone–they should match
7. Complete the pairing from your phone
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8. (Optional) Enable options: AcuraLink Assist (see page 112)
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Automatic Phone Sync: Select On to import contacts and call history
9. Select HOME to exit the menu
See page 103 for expanded instructions.
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Once a phone has been paired and its phonebook imported (see page 105), use audio-unit
controls, steering-wheel controls or voice recognition to operate the HandsFreeLink (HFL) phone
system.
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Follow these steps to learn how to place a call.
1. Select Phone (on the HOME screen)
2. Select MENU
3. Select Phonebook
4. Select a name
Select Search to search by letter
5. Select a number
The system will then dial
There are other ways to dial, including by
voice
Use the keyboard to enter a name
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See page 104 for expanded instructions.
Depending on how your vehicle is equipped, you can use voice recognition to place phone calls,
adjust the audio and climate-control systems, work with the available navigation system and
more.
Use these tips for better voice recognition.
• Push the Talk button before giving a command
• The microphone is near the rear-view mirror
• Recognition works best in a quiet environment with windows closed
• Speak in a clear, natural voice, while seated normally and looking ahead
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Follow these steps to access the voice-recognition system.
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This vehicle uses both electric motors and a gasoline engine. A High Voltage battery powers
the electric motors. The High Voltage battery is recharged by an engine-driven generator and
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regenerative braking.
The system automatically manages the engine and motors, switching between them or blending
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them as appropriate. The gas engine will stop and start automatically during vehicle operation, as
needed to meet driving and battery conditions.
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1. Press the Talk button
The Voice Portal will appear on the display
The portal displays the available categories and commands
2. Say one of the displayed items
You may have to select a sub-category or two until you get to the commands
In addition to the High Voltage battery, this vehicle includes a standard 12-volt battery to power
the airbags, the interior and exterior lights, and other 12-volt systems.
Because of the many unique systems in this vehicle, you may hear some unfamiliar sounds. You
will soon recognize them as normal.
Your driving style heavily impacts fuel efficiency and driving range. Spirited acceleration, highspeed driving, or heavy climate-control use can quickly reduce the High Voltage battery’s charge.
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This can trigger the system to switch to the gasoline-powered engine.
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Your safety—and the safety of others—is very important, and operating this vehicle safely is an
important responsibility. While we strive to help you make informed decisions about safety,
it is not practical or possible to warn you about all the hazards associated with operating or
maintaining your vehicle. Therefore, you must use your own good judgment.
n Important Safety Information
This guide explains many of your vehicle’s safety features and how to use them. Please read
this information carefully. Following the instructions below will also help to keep you and
your passengers safe.
n Important Safety Precautions
• Always wear your seat belt.
• Be aware of airbag hazards.
• Don’t drink and drive.
Your vehicle is not recommended for child passengers.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Transport Canada recommend that
all children ages 12 and under be properly restrained in a back seat. Since this vehicle does
not have a back seat, Acura recommends you do not carry as a passenger a child aged 12 or
under because:
• An inflating front or side airbag can injure or kill a child sitting in the passenger’s seat.
• A child in the passenger’s seat is more likely to interfere with the driver’s ability to safely
control the vehicle.
• Statistics show that children of all sizes and ages are safer when they are properly
restrained in a rear seat.
• Any child who is too small to wear a seat belt correctly must be restrained in an approved
child seat that is properly secured to the vehicle using either the lap belt portion of the lap/
shoulder belt or the lower anchors of the LATCH system.
n Safety Messages
When you see the following messages throughout this guide, pay close attention.
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• Pay appropriate attention to the task of driving safely.
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• Control your speed.
• Keep your vehicle in safe condition.
DANGER You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don’t follow instructions.
WARNING You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don’t follow instructions.
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Engaging in cell phone conversation or other activities that keep you from paying close
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attention to the road, other vehicles, and pedestrians could lead to a crash. Remember,
situations can change quickly, and only you can decide when it is safe to divert some
attention away from driving.
CAUTION You CAN be HURT if you don’t follow instructions.
NOTICE
This information is intended to help you avoid damage to your vehicle,
other property, or the environment.
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n Carbon Monoxide Gas
The engine exhaust from this vehicle contains carbon monoxide, a colorless, odorless, and
highly toxic gas. As long as you properly maintain your vehicle and follow the instructions set
forth below, you will not accumulate dangerous levels of carbon monoxide gas in the vehicle
interior.
WARNING
Carbon monoxide gas is toxic. Breathing it can cause unconsciousness and even
kill you.
Avoid any enclosed areas or activities that expose you to carbon monoxide.
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Have the exhaust system inspected for leaks whenever:
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• The exhaust system is making an unusual noise.
• The exhaust system may have been damaged.
An enclosed area such as a garage can quickly fill up with carbon monoxide gas. Do not run
the engine with the garage door closed. Even when the garage door is open, drive out of the
garage immediately after starting the engine.
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• The vehicle is raised for an oil change.
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When you operate a vehicle with the hatch open, airflow can pull exhaust gas into the
interior and create a hazardous condition. If you must drive with the hatch open, open all the
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windows and set the climate control system as shown below.
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• Select the fresh air mode.
• Select the
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• Set the fan speed to high.
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• Set the temperature control to a comfortable setting.
Adjust the climate control system in the same manner if you sit in your parked vehicle with
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High-Voltage System Precautions
n In Case of a Collision
• Be careful of electric shock hazard: If a severe crash damages your vehicle’s high-voltage
system, there is a possibility of electrical shock due to exposed high-voltage components
or wires. If this happens, do not touch any of the high-voltage system components or any
of its orange wires.
• Avoid contact with high-voltage battery fluid: The High Voltage battery contains a
flammable electrolyte that could leak as a result of a severe crash. Avoid any skin or eye
contact with the electrolyte, as it is corrosive. If you accidentally touch it, flush your eyes
or skin with a large quantity of water for at least five minutes and seek medical attention
immediately.
• Use a fire extinguisher for an electrical fire. Attempting to extinguish an electrical fire with
water can be dangerous.
• If the vehicle is damaged, have it repaired by an authorized Acura NSX dealer.
Seat Belts
A seat belt is your best protection in all types of collisions. Airbags are designed to supplement
seat belts, not replace them. So even though your vehicle is equipped with airbags, make sure
you and any passenger always wear your seat belts and wear them properly.
n Lap/Shoulder Seat Belts
Both seating positions are equipped with lap/shoulder seat belts with emergency locking
retractors. In normal driving, the retractor lets you move freely while keeping some tension
on the belt. During a collision or sudden stop, the retractor locks to restrain your body.
The passenger’s seat belt has a lockable retractor that must be properly activated when using
a forward-facing child seat, should you choose to disregard our recommendations and install
one.
Both seats are equipped with automatic seat belt tensioners to enhance safety. The
tensioners automatically tighten the seat belts during a moderate to severe frontal collision,
sometimes even if the collision is not severe enough to inflate the front airbags.
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n Proper Use of Seat Belts
Follow these guidelines for proper use:
• All occupants should sit upright, well back in the seat, and remain in that position for the
duration of the trip. Slouching and leaning reduces the effectiveness of the belt and can
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n Emergency Shutdown System
The emergency shutdown system may activate during an impact or crash. When the system
activates, your vehicle no longer will move under its own power. To return the High Voltage
system to normal operation, consult an authorized Acura NSX dealer.
increase the chance of serious injury in a crash.
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Do not touch the high-voltage system. It can cause severe electrical shock. If
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• Never place the shoulder part of a lap/shoulder seat belt under your arm or behind your
back. This could cause very serious injuries in a crash.
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• Two people should never use the same seat belt. If they do, they could be very seriously
injured in a crash.
• Do not put any accessories on the seat belts. Devices intended to improve comfort or
reposition the shoulder part of a seat belt can reduce the protective capability and increase
the chance of serious injury in a crash.
• No one should sit in a seat with an inoperative seat belt or one that does not appear
to be working correctly. Using a seat belt that is not working properly may not protect
the occupant in a crash. Have an authorized Acura NSX dealer check the belt as soon as
possible.
WARNING
Not wearing a seat belt properly increases the chance of a serious injury or death
in a crash, even though your vehicle has airbags.
Be sure you and your passenger always wear seat belts and wear them properly.
n Seat Belt Inspection
Regularly check the condition of your seat belts as follows:
Pull each belt out fully and look for frays, cuts, burns, and wear.
Check that the latches work smoothly and the belts retract easily. If a belt does not retract
easily, cleaning the belt may correct the problem. Only use a mild soap and warm water. Do
not use bleach or cleaning solvents. Make sure the belt is completely dry before allowing it to
retract.
Any belt that is not in good condition or working properly will not provide proper protection
and should be replaced as soon as possible.
A belt that has been worn during a crash may not provide the same level of protection in a
subsequent crash. Have your seat belts inspected by an authorized Acura NSX dealer after
any collision.
WARNING
Not checking or maintaining seat belts can result in serious injury or death if the
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seat belts do not work properly when needed.
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Check your seat belts regularly and have any problem corrected as soon as
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n Fastening a Seat Belt
Adjust your seat to the proper position (see page 65), and then follow the below steps.
1. Pull the seat belt out slowly.
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Improperly positioning the seat belts can cause serious injury or death in a crash.
Make sure all seat belts are properly positioned before driving.
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2. Insert the latch plate into the buckle, then tug on the belt
to make sure the buckle is secure. Make sure that the belt
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is not twisted or caught on anything.
3. Position the lap part of the belt as low as possible across
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your hips, then pull up on the shoulder part of the belt
so the lap part fits snugly. This lets your strong pelvic
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internal injuries.
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4. If necessary, pull up on the belt again to remove any slack,
then make sure that the belt rests across the center of
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your chest and over your shoulder. This spreads the forces
of a crash over the strongest bones in your upper body.
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Your vehicle is equipped with three types of airbags: front airbags, side airbags, and side curtain
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n Front Airbags (SRS)
The front SRS airbags inflate in a moderate-to-severe frontal collision to help protect the
head and chest of the driver and/or passenger. They are housed in the center of the steering
wheel for the driver, and in the dashboard for the passenger. Both airbags are marked SRS
AIRBAG.
SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) indicates that the airbags are designed to supplement
seat belts, not replace them. Seat belts are the occupant’s primary restraint system.
n Advanced Airbags
Your front airbags have advanced features to help reduce the likelihood of airbag-related
injuries to smaller occupants.
For both advanced front airbags to work properly:
• Do not spill any liquid on or under the seats.
• Do not put any object under the passenger’s seat.
• Make sure any objects are positioned properly on the floor. Improperly positioned objects
can interfere with the advanced airbag sensors.
• All occupants should sit upright and wear their seat belts properly.
• Do not place any cover over any part of the passenger side dashboard.
n Side Airbags
The side airbags help protect the upper torso and pelvis of the driver and passenger during
a moderate-to-severe side impact. They are housed in the outside edge of the driver’s and
passenger’s seat-backs. Both are marked SIDE AIRBAG.
n Side Curtain Airbags
The side curtain airbags help protect the heads of the driver and any passenger during a
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moderate-to-severe side impact. The side curtain airbags equipped in this vehicle are also
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The passenger’s advanced front airbag system has weight
sensors. Although Acura recommends against carrying an
infant or small child in the passenger seat, if the sensors
designed to help reduce the likelihood of partial and complete ejection of vehicle occupants
through side windows in crashes, particularly rollover crashes.
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detect the weight of a child (up to 65 lbs or 29 kg), the
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airbag.
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The side curtain airbags are located in the ceiling above the
side windows on both sides of the vehicle.
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The side curtain airbags are designed to deploy in a rollover
or a moderate-to-severe side impact. If the SRS control unit
senses that your vehicle is about to roll over, it immediately
deploys both side curtain airbags and activates both front
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seat belt tensioners. If the impact is on the passenger’s side,
the passenger’s side curtain airbag deploys even if there is no
passenger in the passenger seat.
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To get the best protection from the side curtain airbags,
occupants should wear their seat belts properly and sit
upright and well back in their seats.
Do not attach any objects to the side windows or roof pillars,
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as they can interfere with the proper operation of the side
curtain airbags.
n Knee Airbags
n Important Facts About Your Airbags
Always wear your seat belt properly, and sit upright and as far back from the steering wheel
as possible while allowing full control of the vehicle. A passenger should move their seat as
far back from the dashboard as possible.
Do not place hard or sharp objects between yourself and a front airbag. Carrying hard
or sharp objects on your lap, or driving with a pipe or other sharp object in your mouth, can
result in injuries if your front airbag inflates.
Do not attach or place objects on the front airbag covers. Objects on the covers marked
SRS AIRBAG could interfere with the proper operation of the airbags or be propelled inside
the vehicle and hurt someone if the airbags inflate.
Do not attach accessories on or near the side airbags. They can interfere with the proper
operation of the airbags, or hurt someone if an airbag inflates.
Do not attach any objects to the side windows or roof pillars. They can interfere with the
proper operation of the side curtain airbags.
Do not cover or replace the seat-back covers. This can prevent your side airbags from
properly deploying during a side impact.
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The driver’s knee SRS airbag inflates in a moderate to
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severe frontal collision to help keep the driver in the
proper position and to help to maximize the benefit
provided by the vehicle’s other safety features.
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An open glove box can cause serious injury to your passenger in a crash, even if
the passenger is wearing the seat belt.
Always keep the glove box closed while driving.
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n Airbag System Indicators
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Passenger Airbag Off Indicator
If a problem occurs in the airbag system, the SRS indicator
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will come on and a message appears on the multiinformation display.
The indicator comes on to alert you that the passenger’s front
airbag has been turned off. This occurs when the passenger
seat weight sensors detect 65 lbs (29 kg) or less, the weight
of an infant or small child, on the seat.
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SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) Indicator
If the indicator comes on at any other time besides vehicle start-up, or does not come on at
all, have the system checked by an authorized Acura NSX dealer as soon as possible. If you
don’t, your airbags and seat belt tensioners may not work properly when they are needed.
Your vehicle is not recommended for child passengers. Never put a rear-facing child seat in
this vehicle. If you decide to disregard our recommendations and transport a small child, they
should be properly restrained.
Objects placed on the seat can also cause the indicator to come on.
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If the passenger‘s seat is empty, the passenger’s front airbag will not deploy and the indicator
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WARNING
Ignoring the SRS indicator can result in serious injury or death if the airbag
systems or tensioners do not work properly.
Have your vehicle checked by an authorized Acura NSX dealer as soon as possible if
the SRS indicator alerts you to a possible problem.
will not come on.
If the indicator comes on with no occupant or objects in the passenger’s seat, something may
be interfering with the weight sensors, such as:
• An object hanging on the seat.
• An object pressing against the rear of the seat-back.
• The seat or seat-back is forced back against cargo on the floor behind it.
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• An object placed under the passenger’s seat.
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If none of these conditions exist, have your vehicle checked by an authorized Acura NSX
dealer as soon as possible.
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The passenger airbag off indicator may go on and off repeatedly if the total weight on the
seat is near the airbag cutoff threshold.
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n Airbag System Components
Two SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) front airbags. The driver’s airbag is stored in
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the center of the steering wheel; the passenger’s airbag is stored in the dashboard. Both
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are marked SRS AIRBAG.
Driver’s knee airbag. The knee airbag is stored under the steering column. It is marked
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SRS AIRBAG.
Two side airbags, one for the driver and one for a passenger. The airbags are stored in
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the outer edges of the seatbacks. Both are marked SIDE AIRBAG.
Two side curtain airbags, one for each side of the vehicle. The airbags are stored in the
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ceiling, above the side windows. The front and rear pillars are marked SIDE CURTAIN
AIRBAG.
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An electronic control unit that, when the power system is on, continually monitors
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information about the various impact sensors, seat and buckle sensors, rollover sensor,
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airbag activators, seat belt tensioners, and other vehicle information. During a crash
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event the unit records such information.
Automatic seat belt tensioners. In addition, the driver’s and passenger’s seat belt
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buckles incorporate sensors that detect whether or not the belts are fastened.
Weight sensors in the passenger’s seat. The passenger’s airbag will be turned off if the
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The front, driver’s knee, side, and side curtain airbags are deployed according to the direction
and severity of impact. Both side curtain airbags are deployed in a rollover. The airbag system
includes:
weight on the seat is 65 lbs (29 kg) or less (the weight of an infant or small child).
Impact sensors that can detect a moderate-to-severe front or side impact.
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An indicator on the instrument panel that alerts you to a possible problem with your
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A rollover sensor that can detect if your vehicle is about to roll over and signal the
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control unit to deploy both side curtain airbag.
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n Airbag Care
You do not need to, and should not, perform any maintenance on or replace any airbag
system components yourself. However, you should have your vehicle inspected by an
authorized Acura NSX dealer in the following situations:
When the airbags have deployed
If an airbag has inflated, the control unit and other related parts must be replaced. Similarly,
once an automatic seat belt tensioner has been activated, it must be replaced.
Child Safety
Each year, many children are injured or killed in vehicle crashes because they are either
unrestrained or not properly restrained. In fact, vehicle collisions are the number one cause of
death of children ages 12 and under.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Transport Canada recommend that
all children ages 12 and under be properly restrained in a rear seat. Some states or provinces/
territories have laws restricting where children may ride.
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To reduce the number of child deaths and injuries, every state, Canadian province and territory
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When the vehicle has been in a moderate-to-severe collision
Even if the airbags did not inflate, have your authorized Acura NSX dealer inspect the
following: weight sensors in the passenger’s seat, seat belt tensioners, and each seat belt that
was worn during the crash.
Do not remove or modify a seat without first consulting a dealer
This would likely disable the weight sensors in the passenger’s seat. If it is necessary to
remove or modify a seat to accommodate a person with disabilities, contact an authorized
Acura NSX dealer.
• U.S. customers
à Main line: (800) 382-2238
à NSX specialists: (844) 68-ACURA [682-2872]
• Canadian customers
à Main line: (888) 922-8729
requires that infants and children be properly restrained when they ride in a vehicle.
Since this vehicle does not have a back seat, Acura recommends you do not carry as a
passenger a child aged 12 or under because:
• An inflating front or side airbag can injure or kill a child sitting in the passenger’s seat.
• A child in the passenger’s seat is more likely to interfere with the driver’s ability to safely
control the vehicle.
• Statistics show that children of all sizes and ages are safer when they are properly restrained
in a rear seat.
• Any child who is too small to wear a seat belt correctly must be restrained in an approved
child seat that is properly secured to the vehicle using either the lap belt portion of the lap/
shoulder belt or the lower anchors of the LATCH system.
In addition:
• Never hold a child on your or any passenger’s lap because it is impossible to protect them in
the event of a collision.
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• Never put a seat belt over yourself or a passenger and a child. During a crash, the belt would
likely press deep into the child and cause serious or fatal injuries.
• Never let two children use the same seat belt. Both children could be very seriously injured in
a crash.
• Do not allow children to operate the doors, windows, or seat adjustments.
• Do not leave children in the vehicle unattended, especially in hot weather when the inside of
the vehicle can get hot enough to kill them. They could also activate vehicle controls, causing
it to move unexpectedly.
n Protecting Infants
An infant must be properly restrained in a rear-facing, reclining child seat until the infant
reaches the seat maker’s weight or height limit for the seat, and the infant is at least one
year old. Because rear-facing child seats should not be used in this vehicle, you should never
carry an infant in this vehicle.
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Children who are unrestrained or improperly restrained can be seriously injured or
Never install a rear-facing child seat in this vehicle.
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killed in a crash.
Any child too small for a seat belt should be properly restrained in a child seat.
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A larger child should be properly restrained with a seat belt, using a booster seat if
necessary.
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Allowing a child to play with a seat belt or wrap one around their neck can result in
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serious injury or death.
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Instruct children not to play with any seat belt and make sure any unused seat belt a
child can reach is buckled, fully retracted, and locked.
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n Protecting Smaller Children
If a child is at least one year old and within the weight range indicated by the child seat
manufacturer, the child should be properly restrained in a firmly secured forward-facing child
seat.
Since this vehicle does not have a back seat, Acura recommends that you do not carry a child,
age 12 or under, as a passenger. This is because placing a forward-facing child seat in the
passenger’s seat can be hazardous, even with advanced front airbags that automatically turn
the passenger’s front airbag off.
n Selecting a Child Seat
Important consideration when selecting a child seat
Make sure the child seat meets the following three requirements:
• The child seat is the correct type and size for the child.
• The child seat is the correct type for the seating position.
• The child seat is compliant with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 or Canadian
Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213.
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If you choose to ignore our warnings and transport a small child in this vehicle, be sure
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to move the passenger seat as far to the rear as possible, and follow the instructions and
guidelines in the following pages.
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Placing a forward-facing child seat in the front seat can result in serious injury or
death if the front airbag inflates.
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If you must place a forward-facing child seat in front, move the vehicle seat as
far back as possible, and properly restrain the child.
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n Installing a Child Seat
1. Move the passenger seat to the rearmost position.
2. Place the child seat on the passenger seat.
6. Grab the shoulder part of the seat belt near the buckle,
and pull up to remove any slack from the lap part of the
belt. When doing this, place your weight on the child seat
and push it into the vehicle seat.
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7. Make sure the child seat is firmly secured by rocking it
forward and back and side to side; little movement should
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be felt.
To deactivate a lockable retractor, release the buckle and allow the seat belt to wind up all
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3. Route the seat belt through the child seat according to
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the seat manufacturer’s instructions, and insert the latch
plate into the buckle. Insert the latch plate fully until it
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clicks.
4. Slowly pull the shoulder part of the belt all the way out
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until it stops. This activates the lockable retractor.
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5. Let the seat belt completely wind up into the retractor,
then try to pull it out to make sure the retractor is locked.
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If you are able to pull the shoulder belt out, the lockable
retractor is not activated. Pull the seat belt all the way
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n Adding Security with a Tether
A tether anchorage point is provided behind the passenger seat. A child seat with a tether can
be installed, so long as the base of the child seat is secured using a seat belt.
Using an outer anchor
1. Route the tether strap through the head restraint legs.
Make sure the strap is not twisted.
2. Secure the tether strap hook onto the anchor.
n Protecting Larger Children
Since this vehicle does not have a back seat, Acura recommends that you do not carry
a child age 12 or under as a passenger. This is because children who have outgrown child
seats are also at risk of being injured or killed by an inflating passenger’s front airbag. If a
larger child must ride in this vehicle, the information below provides guidelines to help you
decide when a given child may ride in this vehicle, and how to properly protect the child.
When a child is too big for a child seat, secure the child in the passenger’s seat using the lap/
shoulder seat belt.
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Have the child sit upright and all the way back, then ensure the following:
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3. Tighten the tether strap as instructed by the child seat
manufacturer.
• The child’s knees bend comfortably over the edge of the
seat.
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• The shoulder belt crosses between the child’s neck and
arm.
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• The lap part of the seat belt is as low as possible, touching
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• The child can stay seated for the whole trip.
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Inverter Coolant Filler
Tank Cap
Canadian models
Engine Coolant
Reserve Tank Cap
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High Voltage System Components
Canadian models
Dashboard
U.S. models only
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NEVER OPEN WHEN HOT
Hot coolant will scald you
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If driving at high speeds (over 168mph/270km/h),
adjust cold tire pressure as shown below to avoid
excess heat buildup and sudden tire failure.
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OVER
168 mph/ 270 km/h
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REAR
260 KPA, 38 PSI
260 KPA, 38 PSI
WARNING
If driving at high speeds (over 168mph/270km/h),
adjust cold tire pressure as shown below to avoid
excess heat buildup and sudden tire failure.
Pour conduire à grande vitesse (plus de 168 mph /
270 km/h) ajuster la pression des pneus à froid, comme
indiqué ci-dessous, an d’éviter l’accumulation excessive
de chaleur et une défaillance soudaine du pneu.
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260 KPA, 38 PSI
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If a lap/shoulder belt cannot be used properly, position the child in a booster seat in the
passenger’s position. For the child’s safety, check that the child meets the booster seat
manufacturer’s recommendations.
Some U.S. states and Canadian provinces/territories require children to use a booster seat
Safety Label Locations
Safety labels are in the locations shown. They warn you of potential hazards that can cause
serious injury or death. Read these labels carefully.
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until they reach a given age or weight (e.g., 6 years or 60 lbs). Be sure to check current laws
in the state or province/territory where you intend to drive.
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Allowing a child age 12 or under to sit in the vehicle can result in injury or death
if the passenger’s front airbag inflates.
If a larger child must ride in front, move the vehicle seat as far to the rear as
possible, then have the child sit up properly and wear the seat belt properly,
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Reporting Safety Defects
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If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury
Learn about the indicators, gauges, and displays related to driving the vehicle.
or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
(NHTSA) in addition to notifying American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
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If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety
defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA
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cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your authorized Acura NSX dealer,
or American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
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To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at (888) 327-4236 (TTY:
1-800-424-9153); go to http://www.safercar.gov; or write to: Administrator, NHTSA, 1200 New
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Jersey Avenue, SE., Washington, DC 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor
vehicle safety from http://www.safercar.gov.
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In Canada
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or
death, you should immediately inform Honda Canada, Inc., and you may also inform Transport
Canada.
If Transport Canada receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a
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Indicators briefly appear with each engine start and then go out. Red and amber indicators are
most critical. Blue and green indicators are used for general information.
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safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may lead to a recall and remedy campaign. However,
Transport Canada cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your authorized
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To contact Transport Canada’s Defect Investigations and Recalls Division, you may call
(800) 333-0510. For more information on reporting safety defects or about motor vehicle safety,
go to http://www.tc.gc.ca/roadsafety.
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Malfunction Indicators
These are the most critical indicators. If they come on and stay lit while driving or at any other
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time, there may be a problem. See your authorized Acura NSX dealer if necessary.
Brake system
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Brake fluid is low, or there is a malfunction in the brake system. Press the brake pedal
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lightly to check pedal pressure. If normal, check the brake fluid level when you stop.
If abnormal, take immediate action. If necessary, downshift the transmission to slow
the vehicle using engine braking. Have your vehicle repaired immediately.
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
There is a problem with one of the airbag systems or seat belt tensioners.
Electric Power Steering (EPS)
There is a problem with the electric power steering system.
Power system
ere is a problem with the electric vehicle system. Have you vehicle checked by a
authorized Acura NSX dealer immediately.
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Low oil pressure
Engine oil pressure is low. Stop in a safe place. Open the hood and check the oil level,
and add oil if necessary. If the indicator does not turn off, have your vehicle repaired
immediately.
Malfunction indicator lamp (check engine light)
(Steady) The emissions control system may have a problem. Have you vehicle
checked by a authorized Acura NSX dealer.
(Blinks) A misfire in the engine’s cylinders is detected. Stop in a safe place, and wait
for the engine to cool down.
Charging system
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There is a problem with the keyless access system
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) system
There is a problem with the VSA system.
Brake system
There is a problem with the hydraulic brake boost system or the hill start assist
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system. Have you vehicle checked by a authorized Acura NSX dealer immediately.
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The battery is not charging. Turn off all electrical items, but do not turn off the vehicle
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There is a problem with the anti-lock brake system. Your vehicle still has normal
braking ability, but no anti-lock function.
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These indicators may require you to perform an action.
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Parking brake
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If the indicator blinks, there is a problem with the electric parking brake.
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Immobilizer
Your remote transmitter cannot be recognized by the vehicle. If the indicator blinks,
you may not be able to start the engine. Turn the vehicle off and then on again. If
it continues to blink, there may be a problem with the system. See your authorized
Acura NSX dealer.
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Parking brake system
Avoid using the parking brake. Have your vehicle checked by a dealer immediately.
Brake pads are worn. Avoid high speeds and sudden braking.
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Seat belt reminder
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Make sure seat belts are fastened for you and any passenger. The indicator blinks and
beeps sound continuously if you or your passenger has not fastened your seat belts
when you begin driving. If the indicator remains on after seat belts are fastened, see
your authorized Acura NSX dealer.
Low fuel
Refuel as soon as possible. If the indicator blinks, there is a problem with the fuel
gauge. See your authorized Acura NSX dealer.
Low tire pressure
Stop in a safe place, check tire pressures, and inflate tire(s) if necessary.
Ready Indicator
The vehicle is ready to drive.
Immobilizer/security system
Your key or remote transmitter cannot be recognized by the vehicle. If the indicator
blinks, you may not be able to start the engine. Turn the power system off, press and
hold the brake pedal, and restart the vehicle. If it continues to blink, there may be a
problem with the system. See your dealer.
Canadian models: To reset the immobilizer system, follow the steps above after the
battery has been disconnected.
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Active Damper System
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There is a problem with the Active Damper System.
System message
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When a condition or malfunction indicator comes on, a message also appears on the
multi-information display. Check the display for more information.
*if equipped
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On/Off Indicators
These indicators remind you when an item is on or off.
VSA off
Driver Information Interface
Consists of several displays that provide you with useful information.
Exterior lights on
INSTRUMENT PANELINSTRUMENT PANEL
NAVIGATION
VSA engaged (blinks)
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CRUISE MAIN on
CRUISE CONTROL on
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VEHICLE
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AUDIO AND
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Turn signals/hazards on
High beams on
Automatic brake hold on
Brake hold activated
U.S.
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n Main Displays
Blank Screen
Average/instant
fuel economy
Range
Elapsed time
n Lower Displays
Outside temperature
INSTRUMENT PANELINSTRUMENT PANEL
NAVIGATION
Odometer
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PANEL
Tire pressure
for each tire
Compass
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Trip A
VEHICLE
CONTROLS
Oil level
Engine oil life
check assist
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Turn-by-turn
directions*
Average speed
Trip B
*if equipped
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ON
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VEHICLE CONTROLS
Keyless Access System
VEHICLE CONTROLSVEHICLE CONTROLS
NAVIGATION
When you carry the remote transmitter (for example, in a pocket or purse) and it is outside the
VISUAL INDEX DRIVING
Learn about the various controls necessary for operating and driving the vehicle.
Using the Remote Transmitter
Lock or unlock the doors and hatch.
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PANEL
VEHICLE
CONTROLS
Unlock button: Press to
unlock the driver’s door. Press
again to unlock the passenger’s
door.
LED
Lock button: Press to lock the
doors and hatch. Press again
for audible verification.
vehicle and within range (about 32 inches or 80 cm), you can lock or unlock the doors and hatch
without handling the transmitter.
n Unlocking/Locking the Doors
To unlock: The door handle will pop out if both doors are
closed. If the handle fails to pop out, push on its front side.
To lock: Press the door lock button on either door handle
when the vehicle is off. If the remote transmitter is inside the
vehicle, the doors will not lock.
n Auto Pop-Out Main Switch
To disable the auto pop-out function: Use the switch in the
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glove compartment.
AUDIO AND
CONNECTIVITY
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HANDSFREELINK®
NOTICE
INFORMATION
COMMAND
Leaving the keyless access remote in the vehicle can result in theft or accidental movement of
the vehicle. Always take the key with you whenever you leave the vehicle unattended.
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