Introduction ...................................................................................................................................................

A Few Words About Safety .........................................................................................................................

Your Vehicle at a Glance ...........................................................................................................................

Driver and Passenger Safety .....................................................................................................................

Proper use and care of your vehicle's seat belts, and Supplemental Restraint System.

Instruments and Controls..........................................................................................................................

Instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to use dashboard and steering column controls.

Comfort and Convenience Features.......................................................................................................

How to operate the climate control system, the audio system, and other convenience features.

Before Driving

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What gasoline to use, how to break-in your new vehicle, and how to load luggage and other cargo.

Driving...........................................................................................................................................................143

The proper way to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, plus towing a trailer.

Maintenance.................................................................................................................................................165

The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you need to take your vehicle to the dealer.

Appearance

Care.........................................................................................................................................225

Tips on cleaning and protecting your vehicle. Things to look for if your car ever needs body repairs.

Taking Care of the

Unexpected...............................................................................................................233

This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and how to handle them.

Technical

Information...............................................................................................................................269

ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information.

Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. & Canada)

A summary of the warranties covering your new Honda, and how to contact us.

Authorized Manuals (U.S.

How to order manuals and other technical literature.

Index .................................................................................................................................................................

Service Information Summary

A summary of information you need when you pull up to the fuel pump.

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Contents

Chapters

Table of Contents

Summary of Contents for Acura NSX 2000

Page 1: Table Of Contents
2000 NSX Online Reference Owner's Manual Use these links (and links throughout this manual) to navigate through this reference. Contents For a printed owner's manual, click on authorized manuals or go to www.helminc.com. Owner's Identification Form Introduction ..............................A Few Words About Safety ......................... Your Vehicle at a Glance ...........................
Page 2: Owner's Identification Form
Main Menu Owner's Identification OWNER This Owner's Manual should be considered a permanent part of the car, and should remain with the car when it is sold. The information and specifications include ADDRESS in this publication were in affect at the time STREET of approval for printing.
Page 3: Introduction
This information is intended to help you One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of your new Acura is to read avoid damage to your Acura, other property, or the environment.
Page 4: A Few Words About Safety
Main Menu Main Menu A Few Words About Safety A Few Words About Safety Your safety, and the safety of others, You will find this important safety information in a variety of forms, is very important. And operating this including: You will find this important safety information in a variety of forms, Your safety, and the safety of others, vehicle safely is an important...
Page 5: Your Vehicle At A Glance
Main Menu Your Car at a Glance HAZARD WARNING SWITCH TURN SIGNAL LEVER WINDSHIELD WIPER HEADLIGHT (P.60) (P.58) CONTROLS SWITCH (P.59) (P.56) DIGITAL CLOCK HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.83) (P.133) DOOR LOCK SWITCH AUTOMATIC (P.69) CLIMATE CONTROL (P.90) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.73) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.100)
Page 6 Main Menu Your Car at a Glance INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS TCS ON/OFF SWITCH (P.57) (P.161) HAZARD WARNING LIGHT (P.60) HEADLIGHT MOTOR (P.57) HEADLIGHTS (P.56) CRUISE CONTROL MASTER SWITCH (P.60) WINDSHIELD WIPERS/ WASHERS REAR WINDOW (P.59) DEFOGGER (P.57) HORN BUTTONS TURN SIGNALS TELESCOPE TILT ADJUSTMENT (P.58)
Page 7 Main Menu...
Page 8: Driver And Passenger Safety
Main Menu Driver and Passenger Safety Additional Safety Precaution..This section gives you important Important Safety Precautions ..information about how to protect Your Car's Safety Features ....General Guidelines for Using yourself and your passenger. It Seat Belts........Child Seats........22 shows you how to use seat belts Protecting Small Children ..
Page 9: Important Safety Precautions
Main Menu Table of Contents Important Safety Precautions You'll find many safety airbag hazard, you should never every additional drink. So don't drink recommendations throughout this carry an infant in a rear-facing child and drive, and don't let your friends seat in this car.
Page 10: Your Car's Safety Features
Main Menu Table of Contents Your Car's Safety Features Your car is equipped with many features that work together to protect you and your passenger during a crash. Some safety features do not require any action on your part. These include a strong aluminum framework that forms a safety cage around the passenger compartment;...
Page 11: Seat Belts
Main Menu Table of Contents Your Car's Safety Features ０３／０７／１０１６：１１：０９３１Ｓ５Ａ９３０００２１ Seat Belts collision.) In addition, most states and all For your safety, and the safety of Canadian provinces require you to your passenger, your car is equipped Help keep you from being thrown wear seat belts.
Page 12: Airbags
Main Menu Table of Contents Your Car's Safety Features Airbags The most important things you need Airbags can pose serious hazards. to know about your airbags are: To do their job, airbags must inflate with tremendous force and speed. So while airbags save lives, Airbags do not replace seat belts.
Page 13: Seats & Seat-Backs
Main Menu Table of Contents Your Car's Safety Features Seats & Seat-Backs Door Locks What you should do: Move the seats Your car's seats are designed to keep as far back as possible, and keep Keeping your doors locked reduces the chance of being thrown out of you in a comfortable, upright adjustable seat-backs in an upright...
Page 14: Pre-Drive Safety Checklist
Main Menu Table of Contents Your Car's Safety Features Pre-Drive Safety Checklist Both doors are closed and locked To make sure you and your (see page 12). passenger get the maximum protection from your car's safety All cargo is properly stored or secured (see page 139).
Page 15: Protecting Adults
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults NSX-T 2.Adjust the Front Seats Introduction The following pages provide instructions on how to properly protect adult occupants. These instructions also apply to a Your car has a door monitor light on child whom you have decided is the instrument panel to indicate large enough and mature enough to when a specific door is not tightly...
Page 16: Adjust The Seat-Backs
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults To reduce the chance of injury, wear Most shorter drivers can get far your seat belt properly, sit upright enough away from the steering with your back against the seat, and wheel and still reach the pedals. move the seat as far back as possible However, if you are concerned about from the steering wheel while still...
Page 17 Main Menu Table of Contents ０３／０７／１０１６：１１：０９３１Ｓ５Ａ９３０００２１ Protecting Adults Reclining a seat-back so that the shoulder part of the belt no longer rests against the occupant's chest Reclining the seat-back too far reduces the protective capability of can result in serious injury or the belt.
Page 18: Fasten And Position The Seat Belts
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults ０３／０７／１０１６：１１：０９３１Ｓ５Ａ９３０００ 4. Fasten and Position the Seat spreads the forces of a crash over Belts the strongest bones in your upper Insert the latch plate into the buckle, body. then tug on the belt to make sure the belt is securely latched.
Page 19: Adjust The Steering Wheel
Have your their feet on the floor, until the car is Acura dealer check the belt as soon parked and the engine is off. as possible. See page...
Page 20: Advice For Pregnant Women
Main Menu Table of Contents ３／０７／１０１６：１１：０９３１Ｓ５Ａ９３０００２１ Protecting Adults Advice for Pregnant Women Pregnant women should also sit upright and as far back as possible Sitting improperly or out of from the steering wheel or dashboard. This will reduce the risk position can result in serious of injuries to both the mother and injury or death in a crash.
Page 21: Additional Safety Precautions
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults Additional Safety Precautions Do not place hard or sharp objects the airbags inflate. Two people should never use the between yourself and an airbag. same seat belt. If they do, they Carrying hard or sharp objects on could be very seriously injured in a your lap, or driving with a pipe or crash.
Page 22: Protecting Children
０３／０７／１０１６：１１：０９３１Ｓ５Ａ９３０００２１ Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children All Children Must Be Restrained Each year, many children are injured Children who are unrestrained or killed in vehicle crashes because or improperly restrained can be they are either unrestrained or not seriously injured or killed in a properly restrained.
Page 23: Your Car Is Not Recommended For Child Passengers
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children Your Car is Not Recommended The Passenger' s Airbag Poses Small Children for Child Passengers Serious Risks to Children Placing a forward-facing child seat in We strongly recommend that you do Airbags have been designed to help the front seat of a car equipped with a passenger's airbag can be not carry any child in this car.
Page 24 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children U.S. Models Canadian Models To remind you of the passenger's To remind you of the airbag hazards, airbag hazards, your car has warning your car has warning labels on the labels on the dashboard and on the driver's and passenger's visors.
Page 25: Additional Safety Precaution
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children Additional Safety Precaution General Guidelines for Using Selecting a Child Seat Child Seats Do not leave a child alone in your To provide proper protection, a child car. Leaving a child without adult As discussed on page 20, because seat should meet three supervision is illegal in most states...
Page 26 However, Acura is confident that one or more child seat models can fit and be properly installed in this car. Small Children:A child who can sit...
Page 27 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children Placing a Child Seat Passenger's Seat This page briefly summarizes Acura's Infants: Never in the passenger's seat, due to the passenger's airbag recommendations on where to place hazard. a child seat in your car.
Page 28 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children 3. Secure the child in the child seat. Installing a Child Seat To provide security during normal After selecting a proper child seat, driving maneuvers as well as during Make sure the child is properly there are three main steps in a collision, we recommend that strapped in the child seat...
Page 29: Protecting Small Children
Main Menu Table of Contents ０３／０７／１０１６：１１：０９３１Ｓ５Ａ９３００ Protecting Children Protecting Small Children If you decide to carry a small child in this car, follow the instructions and guidelines below. Improperly placing a forward- facing child seat in the front seat can result in serious injury Child Seat Type or death if the airbags inflate.
Page 30 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children Child Seat Installation The passenger's seat belt has a locking mechanism that must be activated to secure a child seat. The following pages provide instructions and tips on how to secure a forward-facing child seat with this type of seat belt.
Page 31 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children Additional Precautions for Small Children Never hold a small child on your lap. If you are not wearing a seat belt in a crash, you could be thrown forward into the dashboard and crush the child. If you are wearing a seat belt, the child can be torn from your arms during a crash.
Page 32: Protecting Larger Children
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children Protecting Larger Children If a child is too short for the shoulder Checking Seat Belt Fit The passenger's airbag poses part of the belt to properly fit, we serious risks to children, including recommend that the child use a those who have outgrown child seats.
Page 33 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children However, if the belt touches or Do not put any accessories on a seat Using a Booster Seat crosses the child's neck, the child belt. Devices intended to improve needs to use a booster seat. occupant comfort or reposition the shoulder part of a seat belt, severely Do not let a child wear a seat belt...
Page 34 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children A child may continue using a booster When Can a Larger Child Ride in this Physical Size seat until the tops of the ears are Physically, a child must be large even with the top of the seat-back. A enough for the lap/shoulder belt to Children vary widely.
Page 35 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children If you decide that a child can safely Supervise the child. Even a mature ride in this car, be sure to: child sometimes needs to be reminded to fasten the seat belt or sit properly.
Page 36: Using Child Seats With Tethers
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children Using Child Seats with Tethers NSX-T 1 in (2.5 cm) 4 in (10 cm) 9.7 in (24.6 cm) Fixed Roof Model Pass the strap between the top of the To attach a tether to your car: Your car has a tether anchorage seat and the bottom of the head point on the panel behind the...
Page 37 (U.S. models only) 3. Use a razer blade or sharp knife. The hardware is available for 4. Install the anchor plate and purchase from your Acura dealer mounting hardware. (part numbers: 82410-S84-C10 for the hardware, 82419-S84-COO for the (Canadian Models) cover).
Page 38: Additional Information About Your Seat Belts
Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Seat Belts Seat Belt System Components Lap/Shoulder Belt get closed in the door. Your seat belt system includes lap/ shoulder belts in both seating Both seat belts have an emergency positions. locking retractor.
Page 39: Seat Belt Maintenance
Acura provides a lifetime warranty you should have your dealer inspect the belt, and replace it if necessary. on seat belts. Acura will repair or A belt that has been worn during a replace any seat belt component that fails to function properly during crash may not provide the same level of protection in a subsequent crash.
Page 40: Additional Information About Your Srs
Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your SRS SRS Components How Your Airbags Work related wiring when the ignition is ON (II). Your Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) includes: An indicator light on the Two front airbags. The driver's instrument panel that alerts you to airbag is stored in the center of a possible problem with the...
Page 41 Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your SRS During a crash, your seat belt helps After a crash, you may see what restrain your lower body and torso, looks like smoke. This is actually while the tensioner tightens and powder from the airbag's surface.
Page 42: How The Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners Work
Supplemental Restraint System. may not deploy when you need them. See your Acura dealer as soon as When you turn the ignition ON (II), possible. this indicator will light up briefly then go out.
Page 43: Srs Service
This must be causing very serious injury. done by an Acura dealer or a knowledgeable body shop. See page for further information and precautions relating to your SRS.
Page 44: Carbon Monoxide Hazard
Main Menu Table of Contents ０３／０７／１０１６：１１：０９３１Ｓ５Ａ９３０００２１ Carbon Monoxide Hazard Your car's exhaust contains carbon With the trunk lid open, air flow can monoxide gas. You should have no pull exhaust gas into your car's problem with carbon monoxide interior and create a hazardous Carbon monoxide gas is toxic.
Page 45: Safety Labels
U.S. models Canadian models hazards that could cause serious injury. Read these labels carefully. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact your Acura dealer for a replacement. DASHBOARD FOLDING SPARE TIRE U.S. models only JUMP START...
Page 46 Main Menu Table of Contents Safety Labels EXPANSION TANK CAP Driver and Passenger Safety...
Page 47 Main Menu...
Page 48: Instruments And Controls
Immobilizer System..... the controls and displays that Control Locations......Ignition Switch......contribute to the daily operation of Indicator Lights........ Power Door Locks....... your Acura. All the essential controls Gauges..........Trunk..........are within easy reach. Speedometer........ Glove Box........Tachometer........Seat Adjustments......
Page 49: Component Locations
Main Menu Table of Contents Component Locations HOOD REAR WINDOW ENGINE COVER TRUNK LID FRONT TRUNK COMPARTMEN T TOOLS, JACK, AIR PUMP, FUEL FILL DOOR ENGINE COMPARTMEN T FOLDING SPARE TIRE PRESSURE GAUGE *NSX illustration is shown. Instruments and Controls...
Page 50: Control Locations
Main Menu Table of Contents Control Locations HEADLIGHT TURN SIGNAL LEVER WINDSHIELD WIPER HAZARD WARNING SWITCH SWITCH (P.58) CONTROLS (P.60) (P.56) (P.59) DIGITAL CLOCK HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.83) (P.133) DOOR LOCK AUTOMATIC CLIMATE SWITCH CONTROL (P.69) (P.90) POWER WINDOW AUDIO SYSTEM SWITCHES (P.100) (P.73)
Page 51: Indicator Lights
Main Menu Table of Contents Indicator Lights TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM The instrument panel has many HIGH BEAM INDICATOR (TCS) INDICATOR indicators to give you important SUPPLEMENTA L RESTRAINT ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM information about your car. SYSTEM INDICATOR (ABS) INDICATOR* ELECTRIC POWER STEERING INDICATOR CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR SEAT BELT REMINDER LIGHT MALFUNCTION...
Page 52 Main Menu Table of Contents Indicator Lights Seat Belt Reminder Light Low Oil Pressure U.S. Canada Indicator BRAKE This indicator flashes for several The engine can be severely damaged Parking Brake and seconds when you turn the ignition if this light flashes or stays on when Brake System Indicator ON (II).
Page 53 Main Menu Table of Contents Indicator Lights Supplemental Restraint Malfunction Indicator Canada System Indicator Lamp This indicator lights when you turn See page 257. Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) the ignition switch ON (II). If it Indicator comes on at any other time, it indicates a problem in the This light normally comes on when supplemental restraint system.
Page 54 Main Menu Table of Contents Indicator Lights Door and Lamp Monitor Traction Control System T CS All the lights in the monitor display (TCS) Indicator (Except NSX-T) (NSX-T) come on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch ON (II). This indicator has three functions: Electric Power Steering 1.
Page 55: Daytime Running
Main Menu Table of Contents Indicator Lights Turn Signal and "Daytime Running This indicator also blinks several Hazard Warning Lights" Indicator times when you remove the key Indicators from the ignition switch. Canadian models only The left or right turn signal light This indicator lights when you turn Cruise Control Indicator CRUISE...
Page 56: Temperature Gauge
Main Menu Table of Contents Gauges Oil Pressure Gauge SPEEDOMETE R TEMPERATURE GAUGE TACHOMETER This shows the engine's oil pressure in kilograms per square centimeter (kg/cm ). This pressure varies with engine speed and temperature. If the oil pressure falls low enough to cause engine damage, the Low Oil Pressure Indicator conies on (see page 255).
Page 57: Trip Meter
Have reset it, push the trip meter reset when you are driving on curvy or your car inspected by your Acura hilly roads. button. dealer. The gauge stays at the same fuel level reading after you turn off the ignition.
Page 58: Steering Column Controls
Main Menu Table of Contents Steering Column Controls The two pods on the steering column TCS ON/OFF SWITCH INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHT contain controls for driving features (P.161) (P.57) HAZARD you use most often. The left pod has WARNING LIGHT HEADLIGHT MOTOR controls for the turn signals, (P.60) (P.57)
Page 59 Main Menu Table of Contents Steering Column Controls Headlights If you leave the lights on with the To flash the high beams when the ignition switch in ACCESSORY (I) headlight doors are closed, pull back or LOCK (0), you will hear a and hold the turn signal lever.
Page 60 Main Menu Table of Contents Steering Column Controls Rear Window Defogger Headlight Motor Instrument Panel Brightness HEADLIGHT MOTOR BUTTON INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS KNOB To raise and lower the headlight The rear window defogger will clear The knob on the dashboard behind doors without turning on the the left pod controls the brightness fog, frost, and thin ice from the...
Page 61 Main Menu Table of Contents Steering Column Controls Turn Signals To signal a lane change, push lightly on the turn signal lever in the proper direction and hold it. The lever will return to the center position as soon as you release it. TURN SIGNAL LEVER Make sure the rear window is clear...
Page 62 Main Menu Table of Contents Steering Column Controls Windshield Wipers The lever on the right pod controls In intermittent, the wipers operate To operate the wipers in mist mode, the windshield wipers and washers. every few seconds. You can vary push the control lever down.
Page 63 Main Menu Table of Contents Steering Column Controls Windshield Washers Hazard Warning Cruise Control Master Switch Push the large red button on the The cruise control master switch is To clean the windshield, pull back on right pod to turn on the hazard warn- on the right pod.
Page 64: Steering Wheel Adjustment
Main Menu Table of Contents Steering Column Controls Steering Wheel Adjustment See page for important safely information about how to properly position the steering wheel. Make any steering wheel adjustment before you start driving. ３／０７／１０１６：１１：０９３１Ｓ５Ａ９３０００２１ After you have adjusted the steering wheel, make sure you have securely locked it in place by moving it in and TILT...
Page 65: Cruise Control
Main Menu Table of Contents ０３／０７／１０１６：１１：０９３１Ｓ５Ａ９３０００２１ Steering Wheel Controls Cruise Control Using the Cruise Control Cruise control allows you to maintain a set speed above 25 mph (40 km/h) Improper use of the cruise without keeping your foot on the control can lead to a crash.
Page 66: Steering Wheel Controls
Main Menu Table of Contents Steering Wheel Controls cruise control. To resume the set you do this, your car will speed up speed, press the RESUME/accel about 1 mph (1.6 km/h). RESUME/accel button. The CRUISE CONTROL light on the instrument panel You can decrease the set cruising comes on.
Page 67 Main Menu Table of Contents Steering Wheel Controls Even with the cruise control turned Cancelling the Cruise Control on, you can still use the accelerator You can cancel the cruise control in pedal to speed up for passing. After any of these ways: completing the pass, take your foot Tap the brak e o r clutch pedal .
Page 68: Keys And Locks
Main Menu Table of Contents Keys and Locks Keys Acura-approved key blanks. MASTER VALET These keys contain electronic NUMBER KEYS circuits that are activated by the PLATE (Black) (Gray) Immobilizer System. They will not work to start the engine if the circuits are damaged.
Page 69 Turn the ignition switch to containing a learning key. It is used LOCK (0), remove the key, reinsert by the Acura dealer to code replace- it, and turn the switch to ON (II) ment keys to your car's Immobilizer again.
Page 70: Ignition Switch
If the system repeatedly does not Canada Standard RSS-210. recognize the coding of your key, LOCK (0) Operation is subject to the following two contact your Acura dealer. ACCESSORY (I) conditions: Do not attempt to alter this system ON (II) (1) this device may not cause or add other devices to it.
Page 71 Main Menu Table of Contents ０３／０７／１０１６：１１：０９３１Ｓ５Ａ９３０００２１ Keys and Locks LOCK (0) — You can insert or START (III) — Use this position remove the key only in this position. only to start the engine. The switch To switch from ACCESSORY to Removing the key from the returns to ON (II) when you let go of LOCK, you must push the key in...
Page 72: Power Door Locks
Main Menu Table of Contents Keys and Locks Power Door Locks Both doors will lock when you use the key to lock either door from the DOOR LOCK LOCK TAB outside. Unlocking the driver's door SWITCH with the key unlocks only that door. Unlocking the passenger's door with the key unlocks both doors.
Page 73 Main Menu Table of Contents Keys and Locks Trunk Lockout Prevention If you forget and leave the key in the ignition switch. Lockout Prevention will not allow you to lock the driver's door. With the driver's door open and the key in the ignition, both door lock switches are disabled.
Page 74 Main Menu Table of Contents ０３／０７／１０１６：１１：０９３１Ｓ５Ａ９３００ Keys and Locks Glove Box GLOVE BOX 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.
Page 75: Seat Adjustments
Main Menu Table of Contents Seat Adjustments See pages — for important safety information and warnings about how to properly position seats and seat-backs. Adjust the seat before you start Adjust the seat-back angle by driving. pushing the rear switch in the direction you want to move.
Page 76: Power Windows
Main Menu Table of Contents Power Windows Your car's windows are electrically- The driver's armrest has a master DRIVER'S WINDOW SWITCH powered. Turn the ignition switch to power window control panel. To ON (II) to raise or lower either open the passenger's window, push window.
Page 77 Main Menu Table of Contents Power Windows The power window system has a key- The MAIN switch controls power to The master control panel also con- off delay function. The windows will the passenger's window. With this tains these extra features: switch off, the passenger's window still operate for up to ten minutes AUTO —...
Page 78: Removable Roof Panel
Main Menu Table of Contents Removable Roof Panel On the NSX-T Your Acura's roof panel has a single release handle on each side, making it easy to remove and install. When not in use, the roof panel can be stored in a special holder under the rear window.
Page 79 Main Menu Table of Contents Removable Roof Panel Removing and Storing 4. Open the door. Locate the rear 5. Stand just behind the driver's door. 1. Open both windows. window release handle on the rear Reach under the rear edge of the of the driver's door opening, next window and raise it.
Page 80 Main Menu Table of Contents Removable Roof Panel 6. Pull up the roof cover release lever 8. Put the hook around the edge of 7. Unsnap the hook end of the strap and raise the roof cover. the roof cover to hold it up. from the rear window frame.
Page 81 Main Menu Table of Contents Removable Roof Panel 11. Lower the roof cover and push it To prevent anyone from getting to 9. Lift the roof straight up off the car. the roof panel and the engine when Since the roof must go in the down until it latches.
Page 82 Main Menu Table of Contents Removable Roof Panel panel mechanism to jam or to not latch the roof properly. Installing Because it is stored above the engine compartment, the roof panel can get hot while driving. Allow it to cool down for several minutes before attempting to remove it from the roof holder.
Page 83 Main Menu Table of Contents Removable Roof Panel 10. Close the roof cover and snap the hook onto the window frame. Close the rear window. Roof Unlatched Indicator ROOF UNLATCHED INDICATOR 8. Set the roof in place on the car. 9.
Page 84 Shin-Etsu holder. This can damage the Silicone grease (available from your switch that senses the roof is Acura dealer, P/N 08798-9013) onto stored, causing the instrument the seals wherever they touch the panel light to stay on.
Page 85 Main Menu Table of Contents Removable Roof Panel, Mirrors Mirrors Adjusting the Power Mirrors SELECTOR SWITCH ADJUSTMENT SWITCH When the seals are new, the glass will seal more tightly if you open Keep the inside and outside mirrors Adjust the outside mirrors with the the door slightly before closing clean and adjusted for best visibility.
Page 86 Main Menu Table of Contents Mirrors, Digital Clock Digital Clock RESET HOUR MIN. 3. Push the appropriate edge of the The digital clock displays the time To set the clock: adjustment switch to move the with the ignition switch ON (II). To mirror right, left, up or down.
Page 87 Main Menu Table of Contents Digital Clock, Parking Brake Parking Brake NOTICE 4. Press and hold the MIN. button until the numbers advance to the desired time. Driving the car with the parking brake applied can damage the rear brakes You can use the RESET button to and axles.
Page 88 Main Menu Table of Contents Console Compartment, Coin Holder Console Compartment Coin Holder CONSOLE COMPARTMENT To open the console compartment, The coin holder is located in the lift the tab on the left edge. front half of the console compartment lid. Open the coin holder by lifting up on the middle of the armrest pad.
Page 89: Beverage Holder
Main Menu Table of Contents Beverage Holder, Cigarette Lighter Beverage Holder Cigarette Lighter Be careful when you are using the beverage holder. A spilled liquid that is very hot can scald you or your passenger. Spilled liquids can also damage the upholstery, carpeting, and electrical components in the interior.
Page 90: Interior Lights
Main Menu Table of Contents Ashtray, Interior Lights Ashtray Interior Lights NOTICE Use the ashtray only for cigarettes, cigars, and other smoking materials. To prevent a possible fire and damage ASHTRAY to your car, don't put paper or other things that can burn in the ashtray. Open the ashtray by lifting the lid up.
Page 91 Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Lights, Courtesy Lights Courtesy Lights DOOR LIGHT FOOTWELL LIGHT IGNITION SWITCH LIGHT On the fixed roof model, the interior In addition, when the three position When you open the driver's door, light is on the ceiling between the switch is in the center position with lights for the driver's footwell and sun visors.
Page 92: Comfort And Convenience Features
Main Menu Comfort and Convenience Features Climate Control System....The climate control system in your Acura provides a comfortable driving Fully-automatic Operation..environment in all weather condi- Semi-automatic Operation..tions. Air Conditioning Switch..Mode Button......The audio sound system is very Recirculated and Fresh Air..
Page 93: Climate Control System
Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control System The automatic climate control CENTER VENTS system in your Acura picks the proper combination of air condi- tioning, heating, and ventilation to maintain the interior temperature you select. The system also adjusts the fan speed and air flow levels.
Page 94: Fully-Automatic Operation
Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control System The climate control system draws air through the exterior vents at the bottom of the windshield. Keep SELECTED FAN SPEED DIAL TEMPERATURE FULLY-AUTOMATI C these vents clear of leaves and other TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL OPERATION debris.
Page 95 Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control System When you set the temperature to its lower limit (60°F/18°C) or its upper limit (90°F/32°C), the system runs at full cooling or heating only. It does not regulate the interior temperature. When the temperature is set between the lower and upper limits, the system regulates the interior temperature to the set value.
Page 96: Semi-Automatic Operation
Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control System Semi-automati c Operation You can manually select various functions of the Climate Control system when it is in FULL AUTO. All other features remain auto- matically controlled. Making any manual selection causes the word FULL to go out.
Page 97: Mode Button
Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control System Mode Button Use the MODE button to select the vents the air flows from. Some air will flow from the dashboard corner vents in all modes. Each time you press the MODE button, the display shows the mode selected.
Page 98 Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control System The main air flow is divided between the dashboard/door vents and the floor vents. The main air flow comes from the floor vents. CONTINUED Comfort and Convenience Features...
Page 99 Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control System The main air flow is divided between the floor vents and windshield defroster vents. Comfort and Convenience Features...
Page 100 Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control System button directs the main air flow to the windshield for faster defrosting. It also overrides any MODE selection you may have made. To defrost more quickly, turn the temperature control to 82° F- 86° F (28°C-30°C).
Page 101: Recirculated And Fresh Air
Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control System Recirculated and Fresh Air buttons select the source of air going into the climate control system. draws fresh air from outside. draws air into the system from the car's interior and recircu- lates it.
Page 102: Temperature Sensors
Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control System Temperature Sensors TEMPERATURE SENSOR The climate control system has temperature sensors located on the dashboard and in the center console. Do not cover these sensors or spill any liquid on them. TEMPERATURE SENSOR Comfort and Convenience Features...
Page 103: Audio System
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System The sound system in your NSX can deliver excellent reception on both the AM and FM bands. The cassette system uses Dolby B* noise reduction to give excellent sound reproduction on tapes that were recorded using that feature.
Page 104: Operating The Radio
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Operating the Radio The ignition switch must be in ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) to operate the audio system. Turn the system on by pressing the ON/OFF button. The radio comes on and displays the frequency of the station it was last tuned to.
Page 105: Finding A Radio Station
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Finding a Radio Station To tune to a station, turn the TUNE dial (outside ring of the right knob). Turn it clockwise to tune to a higher frequency, and counterclockwise to tune to a lower frequency. The STEREO indicator next to the frequency display lights if the station is broadcasting in FM stereo.
Page 106 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System The easiest way to find your favorite stations is to set their frequencies SEEK BAR PRESET BUTTONS into the eight preset buttons. To do this, tune to the desired station as DOWN described previously. Press one of the preset buttons (1 —...
Page 107 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System The A. SELECT function allows you PRESET BUTTONS A. SELECT BUTTON to find stations easily when you are in an unfamiliar area. Press the A. SELECT button. The system automatically scans both the AM and FM bands, memorizes the eight strongest on each band, and stores them in the eight preset buttons.
Page 108: Adjusting The Sound
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Adjusting the Sound Use the TREB and BASS knobs to adjust the tone quality to your liking. Push on the TREB knob to get both BALANCE to pop out. The outside ring changes KNOB the bass level, and the inner knob changes the treble level.
Page 109: Radio Frequencies
"FM101." Radio Frequencies Radio Reception Your Acura's radio can receive the How well your Acura's radio receives complete AM and FM bands. stations is dependent on many Those bands cover these frequen-...
Page 110 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System As required by the FCC: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Radio signals, especially on the FM Radio reception can be affected by band, are deflected by large objects atmospheric conditions such as such as buildings and hills.
Page 111: Operating The Cassette Player
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Operating the Cassette Player Make sure the radio is ON. Insert the cassette with the tape opening to the right. Push the cassette most of the way into the slot. It will be pulled in the rest of the way and begin to play.
Page 112 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Dolby B noise reduction turns on when you insert a cassette. If the tape was not recorded with Dolby B noise reduction, turn it off by pressing the button. DOLBY NR ON/OFF If you play a metal or chromium- dioxide (CrO ) tape, the system automatically senses it.
Page 113 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System To remove the cassette from the drive, press the (Eject) button. The system automatically ejects the cassette whenever you turn off the EJECT BUTTON system or the ignition switch. Comfort and Convenience Features...
Page 114: Cassette Search Functions
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Cassette Search Functions You can use the preset buttons to control tape movement while playing a cassette. Six functions are available: Fast forward, Rewind, Repeat, Replay, Skip, and Scan. Press to fast forward the tape. Press to rewind the tape.
Page 115 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System The REPEAT function plays the current song or passage over again. Press REPEAT to enable it. The light in the button stays lit to remind you. When the system senses a silent REPEAT BUTTON period in the program (such as the end of a song), it rewinds the tape to the previous silent period.
Page 116 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System The REPLAY function similar to REPEAT. When you press this button, the system immediately goes into rewind. The light in the REPLAY button flashes during REPLAY BUTTON rewind. When it senses a silent period on the tape, the system stops rewinding and goes back to PLAY.
Page 117 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System The SKIP function allows you to skip over a song or other passage. When you press this button, the system goes into fast forward until it senses a silent period on the tape. SKIP BUTTON The light in the SKIP button flashes during fast forward.
Page 118 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System SCAN allows you to search a tape for a desired passage. When you press this button, the system goes into fast forward. It goes back to PLAY when it senses a silent period on the tape. SCAN BUTTON It stays in PLAY for eight seconds so you can listen to that passage and...
Page 119: Caring For The Cassette Player
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Caring for the Cassette Player The REPLAY, SKIP and SCAN After 50 hours of use, the CLEAN functions use silent periods on the light comes on to remind you to tape to find the end of a selection. clean the cassette drive.
Page 120 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Do not leave cassettes sitting where they are exposed to high heat or humidity, such as on top of the dashboard or in the player. If a cassette is exposed to extreme heat or cold, let it reach a moderate temperature before putting it in the player.
Page 121: Operating The Cd Changer
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Operating the CD Changer (Optional) A trunk-mounted Compact Disc changer is available for your car. It holds up to six discs, providing DISC NUMBER several hours of continuous program- ming. You operate the CD changer with the same controls used for the radio and cassette player.
Page 122 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System To select another disc, press PROG. The next CD in the changer is loaded and starts to play from the first track. The new CD and track numbers are displayed. To return to the radio function, press the A M / F M button.
Page 123 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System You can use the preset buttons while a CD is playing to select passages and change tracks. To move rapidly within a track, press and hold the button to move SKIP BACKWARD SKIP FORWARD forward or the button to move backward.
Page 124 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System To replay the current track, press REPEAT. The indicator in the preset button will come on as a reminder. At the end of the track, the system skips back to its beginning. That track will repeat continuously until To repeat a track you cancel REPEAT by pressing the...
Page 125 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System To search for a particular program on a disc, press SCAN. The system will skip forward to the next track and begin to play it. If you do not touch any of the controls, the system skips to the beginning of the next SCAN ON/OFF track after ten seconds and begins to...
Page 126 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System You can get the CD changer to randomly select tracks by pressing A. SELECT. The indicator in the button lights as a reminder. With this active, the system selects and RANDOM TRACK SELECTION plays tracks randomly rather than sequentially.
Page 127 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Protecting Compact Discs Handle a CD by its edges; never When a CD is not being played, store A new CD may be rough on the touch either surface. Contamination inner and outer edges. The small it in its case to protect it from dust from fingerprints, liquids, felt-tip plastic pieces causing this roughness...
Page 128: Cd Error Indications
If you see an error indication in the display while operating the CD changer, find the cause in the chart to the right. If you cannot clear the error indication, take the car to your Acura dealer. Comfort and Convenience Features...
Page 129: Security System
Main Menu Table of Contents Security System The security system sets automati- the driver's door. cally fifteen seconds after you lock the doors, hood, rear window, roof The security system does not set if panel (NSX-T) and trunk. For the the hood, rear window, trunk, roof system to activate, you must lock the panel (NSX-T) or either door is not...
Page 130: Before Driving
Main Menu Before Driving Before you begin driving your Acura, Break-in Period......you should know what gasoline to Gasoline.......... use, and how to check the levels of Service Station Procedures ..important fluids. You also need to Filling the Fuel Tank....
Page 131 If this happens, contact your Avoid full-throttle starts and rapid tute an unleaded regular gasoline. authorized Acura dealer for service. The engine will compensate for the acceleration. Do not exceed 5,500 rpm for the lower octane, but you may notice a first 600 miles (1,000 km) of slight decrease in power as a result.
Page 132 Main Menu Table of Contents ０３／０７／１０１６：１１：０９３１Ｓ５Ａ９３０００２１ Service Station Procedures Filling the Fuel Tank Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive. You can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel. Stop the engine and keep heat, sparks, and flame away. Handle fuel only outdoors. Wipe up spills immediately.
Page 133 Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedures Opening the Engine 4. Stop filling the tank after the fuel Compartment nozzle automatically clicks off. Do not try to "top off" the tank, leave REAR WINDOW RELEASE HANDLE some room for the fuel to expand with temperature changes.
Page 134 Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedures Oil Check NSX-T ENGINE COVER SUPPORT ROD DIPSTICK ENGINE COVER Check the engine oil level every time To Close the Rear Window: you fill the car with fuel. Wait a few 3. Lift the engine cover. Snap the support rod back into the minutes after turning the engine off 4.
Page 135 Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedures UPPER MARK LOWER MARK 2. Wipe the dipstick with a clean 3. Insert it all the way back in its tube. 4. Remove the dipstick again and cloth or paper towel. check the level. It should be between the upper and lower marks.
Page 136 EXPANSION TANK HOOD RELEASE HANDLE on checking other items in your Acura. Look at the coolant level in the 1. Shift to Park or Neutral and set expansion tank. Make sure it is the parking brake. Pull the hood between the MAX and M I N lines.
Page 137 Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedures If you can open the hood without lifting the hood latch handle, or the SUPPORT ROD LATCH hood latch handle moves stiffly or HANDLE does not spring back as before, the mechanism should be cleaned and lubricated (see page 197).
Page 138 Service Station Procedures Refer to Owner Maintenance Checks on page for information on checking other items in your Acura. CLIP 5. Snap the support rod back into its 6. Lower the hood about halfway holding clip. down and let the hood drop.
Page 139: Fuel Economy
Main Menu Table of Contents Fuel Economy Driving Habits The condition of your car and your combine several short trips into one. driving habits are the two most You can improve fuel economy by important things that affect the fuel driving moderately.
Page 140: Accessories And Modifications
Accessories or killed. Before installing any accessory: Your dealer has Genuine Acura accessories that allow you to Follow all instructions in this Make sure the accessory does not personalize your car. These...
Page 141 Main Menu Table of Contents Accessories and Modifications Modifications Additional Safety Precaution In addition, any modifications that decrease ground clearance increase Do not attach or place objects on the Do not remove any original equipment or modify your car in any the chance of undercarriage parts airbag covers.
Page 142: Carrying Cargo
Main Menu Table of Contents Carrying Cargo Your car has several convenient GLOVE BOX storage areas so you can stow cargo safely. The glove box, and the pockets in the front doors, are designed for small, lightweight items. The trunk is intended for larger, heavier items.
Page 143 Main Menu Table of Contents ０３／０７／１０１６：１１：０９３１Ｓ５Ａ９３０００２１ Carrying Cargo Load Limit Carrying Items in the Passenger Compartment The maximum load for your car is 400 Ibs (185 kg). Overloading or improper Store or secure all items that could loading can affect handling and be thrown around and hurt This figure includes the total weight stability and cause a crash in...
Page 144 Main Menu Table of Contents Carrying Cargo Carrying Cargo in the Trunk Distribute cargo evenly on the floor of the trunk, placing the heaviest items on the bottom and as far forward as possible. Before Driving...
Page 145: General Precautions
Main Menu Table of Contents General Precautions Your Acura is designed to give you Because of the low-profile tires optimum handling and performance fitted to your car, the alloy wheels on well-maintained roads. As part of are closer to the ground. Driving...
Page 146: Driving
Main Menu Driving This section gives you tips on Preparing to Drive......starting the engine under various Starting the Engine......conditions, and how to operate the Starting in Cold Weather manual and automatic transmissions. at High Altitude ..... It also includes important 6-speed Manual Transmission..
Page 147: Preparing To Drive
Main Menu Table of Contents Preparing to Drive You should do the following checks 4. Check that any items you may be 9. Fasten your seat belt. Check that and adjustments every day before carrying with you inside are stored your passenger has fastened his you drive your car.
Page 148: Starting The Engine
Main Menu Table of Contents Starting the Engine 1. Apply the parking brake. 5. If the engine does not start within meters) adds to the problem. 15 seconds, or starts but stalls 2. In cold weather, turn off all right away, repeat step 4 with the Use the following procedure: accelerator pedal pressed half-way electrical accessories to reduce...
Page 149: Speed Manual Transmission
Main Menu Table of Contents ０３／０７／１０１６：１１：０９３１Ｓ５Ａ９３０００ 6-speed Manual Transmission Come to a full stop before you shift into Reverse. You can damage the transmission by trying to shift into Rapid slowing or speeding-up Reverse with the car moving. Push can cause loss of control on slippery surfaces.
Page 150 Main Menu Table of Contents 6-speed Manual Transmission Engine Speed Limiter Recommended Shift Points If you exceed the maximum speed Drive in the highest gear that lets the engine run and accelerate for the gear you are in, the engine speed will enter into the tachometer's smoothly.
Page 151 Reverse, your car may be 1. With the clutch pedal depressed, developing a problem. Have the car move the shift lever to the First/ checked by your Acura dealer. Second gear side of the Neutral gate, then shift to Reverse. Driving...
Page 152: Automatic Transmission
ON (II). If it flashes at any time (in any shift position), it indicates a possible problem in the transmission. Avoid rapid acceleration and have the transmission checked by an authorized Acura dealer as soon as possible. Driving...
Page 153 Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission Shift Lever Positions SHIFT LEVER RELEASE BUTTON Park (P) — This position mechani- The console shift lever has seven positions. It must be in Park or cally locks the transmission. Use Park whenever you are turning off or Neutral to start the engine.
Page 154 Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission Neutral (N) — Use Neutral if you Drive (D) — Use this position for If you have done all of the above and still cannot move the lever out of need to restart a stalled engine, or if your normal driving.
Page 155 Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission SportShift (3/M) — With the If you move the console shift lever If you try to manually downshift at a console shift lever in this position, from "D" to " 3 / M " while the car is speed that would cause the engine to moving, the transmission remains in you can use the SportShift lever on...
Page 156 Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission Second (2) — To shift to Second, First (1) — To shift from Second to Engine Speed Limiter press the release button on the side First, press the release button on the If you exceed the maximum speed shift lever.
Page 157 If you need to use the Shift Lock Release, it means your car is out of Park to Neutral. developing a problem. Have the car checked by your Acura dealer. Driving...
Page 158 Main Menu Table of Contents Parking Parking Tips Always use the parking brake when If the car is facing uphill, turn the you park your car. The indicator on front wheels away from the curb. Make sure the moonroof and the the instrument panel shows that the If the car is facing downhill, turn the windows are closed.
Page 159: The Braking System
Main Menu Table of Contents The Braking System Brake Wear Indicators Your Acura is equipped with disc Constant application of the brakes brakes at all four wheels. A power when going down a long hill builds All four brakes have audible brake...
Page 160 Main Menu Table of Contents The Braking System Anti-lock Brakes Brake System Design When the front tires skid, you lose steering control; the car continues The hydraulic system that operates Your car has an Anti-lock Brake the brakes has two separate circuits. System (ABS) as standard straight ahead even though you turn Each circuit works diagonally across...
Page 161 Main Menu Table of Contents The Braking System You should never pump the A car with ABS may require a Important Safety Reminders brake pedal, this defeats the longer distance to stop on loose or ABS does not reduce the time or distance it takes to stop the car, it purpose of the ABS.
Page 162 Main Menu Table of Contents The Braking System The ABS is self-checking. If anything ABS Indicator goes wrong, the ABS indicator on the instrument panel comes on (see page 50). This means the anti-lock function of the braking system has shut down.
Page 163: Traction Control System
Main Menu Table of Contents Traction Control System You should still install winter tires on Your Acura is equipped with a Traction Control System (TCS). TCS your car during the winter. Exercise assists you in maintaining traction the same caution in winter driving as...
Page 164 The TCS indicator comes on or driving, have the TCS inspected by flashes under the following condi- your Acura dealer. You can still drive tions: the car without TCS. When you turn the ignition switch to ON (II).
Page 165: Driving In Bad Weather
Main Menu Table of Contents Driving in Bad Weather Driving Technique — Always drive Visibility — Being able to see clearly in all directions and being slower than you would in dry weather. It takes your car longer to visible to other drivers are important react, even in conditions that may in all weather conditions.
Page 166 Main Menu Table of Contents Driving in Bad Weather, Towing a Trailer Traction — Check your tires Towing a Trailer frequently for wear and proper Your NSX is not designed to tow a pressure. Both are important in trailer. Attempting to do so can void preventing "hydroplaning"...
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Page 168: Maintenance
If you have the skills and tools to per- Adding Engine Coolant..... Tire Rotation......form more complex maintenance Replacing Engine Coolant..Replacing Tires and Wheels ..tasks on your Acura, you may want Wheels and Tires....... Windshield Washers..... to purchase the Service Manual. See Transmission Fluid......Winter Driving......
Page 169: Maintenance Safety
It will also reward you should be performed by an Acura performing maintenance. Only you can decide whether or not you with more economical, trouble-free technician or other qualified driving and help reduce air pollution.
Page 170 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Safety Important Safety Precautions Read the instructions before you begin, and make sure you have the Before you begin any maintenance, tools and skills required. make sure your car is parked on level ground and that the parking brake is set.
Page 171: Maintenance Schedule
Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Schedule Which Schedule to Follow: The Maintenance Schedule specifies The services and time or distance how often you should have your car intervals shown in the maintenance Service your car according to the serviced and what things need schedule assume you will use your time and mileage periods on one of attention.
Page 172 Your authorized Acura dealer knows We recommend the use of Genuine According to state and federal your car best and can provide Acura parts and fluids whenever you regulations, failure to perform competent, efficient service. have maintenance done. These are...
Page 173 Main Menu Table of Contents U.S. Owners Follow the Normal Conditions Maintenance Schedule if the severe driving conditions specified in the Severe Conditions Maintenance Schedule do not apply. NOTE: If you only OCCASIONALLY drive under a "severe" condition, you should follow the Normal Conditions Maintenance Schedule.
Page 174 Main Menu Table of Contents Service at the indicated distance or time, whichever comes first. Do the items in A, B, C as required for each distance/time interval. Follow this schedule if the severe driving conditions described in the Severe Conditions Schedule on the next page do not apply.
Page 175: Canadian Owners
Main Menu Table of Contents U.S. Owners Follow the Severe Conditions Maintenance Schedule if you drive your vehicle MAINLY under one or more of the following conditions: Driving less than 5 miles (8 km) per trip or, in freezing temperatures, driving less than 10 miles (16 km) per trip.
Page 176 Main Menu Table of Contents Use this schedule if your vehicle is MAINLY driven in any of the following Severe Conditions, or normally driven in Canada; otherwise use the Normal Schedule. Service at the indicated distance or time, whichever comes first. Do the items in A, B, C, D as required for each distance/time. Note : Check engine oil and coolant at each fuel stop.
Page 177 Main Menu Table of Contents # : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty, last column, page 169. 1 : See Timing Belt on page to determine need for replacement. Maintenance...
Page 178 Main Menu Table of Contents Required Maintenance Record (for Normal and Severe Schedules) You or the servicing dealer can record all completed maintenance here, whether you follow the schedule for normal conditions (page 170) or severe conditions (page 172). Keep the receipts for all work done on your vehicle. CONTINUED Maintenance...
Page 179 Main Menu Table of Contents Required Maintenance Record (for Normal and Severe Schedules) Maintenanc e...
Page 180: Owner Maintenance Checks
Main Menu Table of Contents Owner Maintenance Checks You should check the following Engine oil level — Check every Tires — Check the tire pressure items at the specified intervals. If time you fill the fuel tank. See monthly. Examine the tread for you are unsure of how to perform page 131.
Page 181: Fluid Locations
Main Menu Table of Contents Fluid Locations CLUTCH FLUID ENGINE OIL FILL BRAKE FLUID AUTOMATIC EXPANSION (Gray Cap) TANK CAP (Gray Cap) TRANSMISSIO N FLUID DIPSTICK (Yellow Loop) WASHER FLUID MANUAL TRANSMISSIO N ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK FILLER BOLT (Orange Loop) (Blue Cap) Maintenance...
Page 182: Engine Oil
To add oil, unscrew and remove the A fuel-efficient oil is recommended engine oil fill cap on top of the left for your Acura. This is shown on the valve cover. Pour in the oil, and API Service label by the words replace the engine oil fill cap.
Page 183: Synthetic Oil
An oil with a viscosity of 10W-30 is of operating your car. preferred for improved fuel economy and year-round protection in your Acura. You may use a 5W-30 oil if the temperature in your area goes below 32° F(0°C). Maintenance...
Page 184 Remove the oil drain bolt from the remaining oil drain. A special equipment, you should have this bottom of the engine. Drain the oil wrench (available from your Acura maintenance done by a skilled into an appropriate container. dealer) is required to remove the mechanic.
Page 185 Main Menu Table of Contents Engine Oil NOTICE 5. Put a new washer on the drain bolt, 9. Turn off the engine, let it sit for then reinstall the drain bolt. several minutes, then check the oil Tighten it to: level.
Page 186: Cooling System
Main Menu Table of Contents ０３／０７／１０１６：１１：０９３１Ｓ５Ａ９３０００ Cooling System Adding Engine Coolant Always use Genuine Honda Antifreeze/Coolant. If it is not EXPANSION TANK available, you may use another Removing the expansion tank major-brand non-silicate coolant as a cap while the engine is hot can temporary replacement.
Page 187 Main Menu Table of Contents Cooling System 4. Pour coolant into the expansion tank. Fill it to the MAX line. Put the cap back on the expansion tank. Do not add any rust inhibitors or other additives to your car's cooling system.
Page 188: Replacing Engine Coolant
Main Menu Table of Contents Cooling System Replacing Engine Coolant Draining the coolant requires access The cooling system should be to the underside of the car. Unless completely drained and refilled with you have the tools and knowledge, new coolant according to the time you should have this maintenance and distance recommendations in done by a skilled mechanic.
Page 189 Main Menu Table of Contents Cooling System BLEEDER PLUG DRAIN PLUG 3. Start the engine. Turn the heater 5. Loosen the bleeder plug on top of 4. Remove the drain plug from the temperature control dial to bottom of the radiator. the radiator.
Page 190 Main Menu Table of Contents Cooling System 7. Loosen the drain plugs on the engine. 8. When the coolant stops draining, tighten the engine drain plugs, reinstall the plugs in the coolant pipes, and reinstall the radiator drain plug. 9. Mix the recommended antifreeze with an equal amount of purified or distilled water in a clean DRAIN PLUG...
Page 191 Main Menu Table of Contents Cooling System BLEEDER CAP BLEEDER BOLT BLEEDER BOLT 10. Remove the bleeder cap from the 11. Loosen the bleeder bolt on top of 12. Loosen the bleeder bolt near the top of the heater inlet. the engine.
Page 192 Main Menu Table of Contents Cooling System 13. Pour coolant into the expansion 15. Turn off the engine. Check the EXPANSION TANK CAP tank. Coolant will go through the expansion tank and, if needed, add tank into the system. coolant to bring it up to the MAX When the tank is full, go to each of line.
Page 193: Windshield Washers
Main Menu Table of Contents Windshield Washers 3. Read the fluid level on the tube. If RESERVOIR CAP the fluid level is near the "E" mark, fill the reservoir with windshield washer fluid up to the brim. Fill the reservoir with a good-quality windshield washer fluid.
Page 194: Transmission Fluid
Main Menu Table of Contents Transmission Fluid Automatic Transmission 5. If the level is below the lower mark, add fluid into the tube to bring it to the upper mark. Always use Honda Premium Formula Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF). If it is not available, you ®...
Page 195 Main Menu Table of Contents Transmission Fluid 6-speed Manual Transmission The transmission should be drained If Honda MTF is not available, you may use an API service SG, SH or SJ and refilled with new fluid according CORRECT LEVEL FILLER BOLT grade motor oil with a viscosity of to the time and distance recommen- SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 as a...
Page 196: Brake And Clutch Fluid
Main Menu Table of Contents Brake and Clutch Fluid Brake Fluid Brake System Check the fluid level in the reser- voirs monthly. There are two reser- Always use Genuine Honda DOT 3 voirs. They are: M AX brake fluid. If it is not available, you should use only DOT 3 or DOT 4 fluid, from a sealed container, as a Brake fluid reservoir (all models)
Page 197 Main Menu Table of Contents Brake and Clutch Fluid Clutch System M AX M IN The fluid should be between the MIN and MAX marks on the side of the reservoir. If it is not, add brake fluid to bring it up to that level. Use the same fluid specified for the brake system.
Page 198: Air Cleaner Element
If you do not have access to compressed air (such as a service station), ask your Acura dealer to do this service. HOSE Follow the replacement procedure 3.
Page 199: Fuel Filter
Main Menu Table of Contents Air Cleaner Element, Fuel Filter Fuel Filter 5. Install the new air cleaner element, making sure the rubber seal fits The fuel filter should be replaced on all four sides. every 4 years or 60,000 miles (96,000 km), whichever comes first.
Page 200 Maintenance Schedule. If you are To replace them: not sure how to clean and grease the 1. Remove the cover over the spark latch, contact your Acura dealer. plugs by removing the four 10 mm bolts and the two 10 mm cap nuts. CONTINUED...
Page 201: Spark Plugs
Main Menu Table of Contents Spark Plugs IGNITION COIL 10 mm SPARK PLUG SOCKET BOLT 5. Put the new spark plug into the 2. Disconnect the three ignition coils 4. Remove the spark plug with socket; then screw it into the hole. from the wire harness by squeez- a five-eighths inch (16 mm) spark ing the harness end of each con-...
Page 202 Main Menu Table of Contents Spark Plugs Specifications : NOTICE PFR6L-11 NGK: PK20PR-L11 DENSO: Tighten the spark plugs carefully. A spark plug that is too loose can Spark Plug Gap: overheat and damage the engine. 0.04 in (1.1 mm Overtightening can cause damage to the threads in the cylinder head.
Page 203 Main Menu Table of Contents Battery Check the condition of your car's Check the battery terminals for battery monthly. You should check corrosion (a white or yellowish the color of the test indicator window, powder). To remove it, cover the and for corrosion on the terminals.
Page 204 Main Menu Table of Contents ０３／０７／１０１６：１１：０９３１Ｓ５Ａ９３０ Battery If you need to connect the battery to a charger, disconnect both cables to prevent damage to the car's The battery gives off explosive electrical system. hydrogen gas during normal operation. A spark or flame can cause the battery to explode with enough force to kill or seriously hurt you.
Page 205 Main Menu Table of Contents Battery NOTICE If you need to charge the battery after storing the car, make sure you do it outside the car. Do not connect Charging the battery with the cables a battery charger to the jump start connected can seriously damage your terminal in the engine compartment car's electronic controls.
Page 206: Wiper Blades
Main Menu Table of Contents Wiper Blades Check the condition of the wiper blades at least every six months. Look for signs of cracking in the rubber, or areas that are getting hard. Replace the blades if you find these signs, or they leave streaks and unwiped areas when used.
Page 207 Main Menu Table of Contents Wiper Blades 5. Slide the new wiper blade into the BLADE holder until the tabs lock. 6. Slide the wiper blade assembly onto the wiper arm. Make sure it locks in place. 7. Turn the ignition switch ON (II) and return the windshield wipers to their park position.
Page 208: Air Conditioning System
Main Menu Table of Contents Air Conditioning System Your car's air conditioning is a sealed If the air conditioning does not get as system. Any major maintenance, cold as before, have your dealer such as recharging, should be done check the system. Recharge the by a qualified mechanic.
Page 209: Drive Belts
Main Menu Table of Contents Drive Belts, Timing Belt Drive Belts Timing Belt The belts should have the following "play" or deflection. The timing belt should normally be ALTERNATOR BELT replaced at the intervals shown in Alternator belt: the maintenance schedule. 0.4 —...
Page 210 Main Menu Table of Contents ０３／０７／１０１６：１１：０９３１Ｓ５Ａ９３０００２１ Tires Inflation To safely operate your car, your tires must be the proper type and size, in Keeping the tires properly inflated good condition with adequate tread, Using tires that are excessively provides the best combination of and correctly inflated.
Page 211 Main Menu Table of Contents Tires Use a gauge to measure the air If you check the pressure when the pressure at least once a month. Even tires are hot (the car has been driven tires that are in good condition may several miles), you will see readings lose one to two psi (10 to 20 kPa, 0.1 4 to 6 psi (30 to 40 kPa, 0.3 to 0.4...
Page 212 Main Menu Table of Contents Tires Inspection Tubeless tires have some ability to INDICATOR LOCATION MARKS self-seal if they are punctured. Every time you check inflation, you However, because leakage is often should also examine the tires for very slow, you should look closely damage, foreign objects, and wear.
Page 213: Tire Rotation
Use only should always be rebalanced if it is provide superior grip during Genuine Acura wheel weights for removed from the wheel for repair. acceleration, braking, and cornering. balancing. As a trade-off, they will wear more rapidly than tires used on ordinary passenger cars.
Page 214 Main Menu Table of Contents ０３／０７／１０１６：１１：０９３１Ｓ５Ａ９３００ Tires Replacing Tires and Wheels The tire mileage you can expect from your NSX is the same as The tires that came with your car comparable mid-and rear-engined were selected to match the perform- Installing improper tires on your sports cars, and it will vary greatly ance capabilities of the car while...
Page 215: Winter Driving
245/40ZR17 or icy conditions, you should install that came on your car. Replacement snow tires or tire chains. They may wheels are available at your Acura See page for information about be required by local laws under dealer.
Page 216 Snow Tires Tire Chains If you mount snow tires on your Because your Acura has limited tire NOTICE Acura, make sure they are radial clearance, mount only SAE Class "S" tires of the same size and load range cable-type traction devices on the as the original tires.
Page 217 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Check the operation of your car's exterior lights at least once a month. A burned out bulb can create an unsafe condition by reducing your car's visibility and the ability to signal your intentions to other drivers.
Page 218 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Check the following: BRAKE/TAILLIGH T Headlights (low and high beam) Parking lights Taillights Brake lights BACK-UP LIGHT Turn signals Back-up lights Hazard light function License plate light Side marker lights Daytime running lights (Canadian cars) If you find any bulbs are burned out, replace them as soon as possible.
Page 219 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Replacing a Headlight Bulb NOTICE Your car has halogen headlight and fog light bulbs. When replacing a Halogen headlight bulbs get very hot bulb, handle it by its steel base and when lit. Oil, perspiration, or a scratch protect the glass from contact with on the glass can cause the bulb to your skin or hard objects.
Page 220 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights 5. Push the edge of the hold-down BULB spring and turn counterclockwise. 6. Insert the new bulb into the socket, making sure all the tabs are in place. 7. Reinstall the hold-down spring. 8. Push the electrical connector back onto the bulb.
Page 221 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Replacing Front Turn Signal and 5. Install the new bulb in the socket. Parking Light Bulbs 6. Push the bulb holder into the turn signal assembly and turn if clockwise until it locks. 7. Reconnect the electrical connector to the bulb holder.
Page 222 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Replacing Side Marker Bulbs 5. Pull the bulb straight out of its socket. RUBBER SEAL Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it bottoms. 6. Put the socket back into its hole in the lens and turn it clockwise until it locks.
Page 223 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Replacing Rear Bulbs 4. If the turn signal light bulb, back- up bulb, or tail/stoplight bulb is burned out, remove it by pushing it in and turning counterclockwise. If the taillight bulb is burned out, remove it by pulling it straight out of its socket.
Page 224 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Replacing a Rear License Bulb 4. Install the new bulb in the socket. 5. Turn on the parking lights and make sure the new bulb is working. Reinstall the license plate assembly on the bumper bracket with the same two screws.
Page 225: Courtesy Lights
Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Replacing Bulbs in the Interior FOOTWELL DOOR Courtesy Lights The courtesy lights in the doors, roof and under the dashboard come apart the same way. They do not all use the same bulb. 2. Remove the bulb by pulling it 1.
Page 226 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights On cars with removable roof On the fixed roof model (NSX-T) (Except NSX-T) INTERIOR INTERIOR TRUNK Maintenanc e...
Page 227: Storing Your Car
If you store your car for 12 months (see page 181). Support the front wiper blade or longer, have your Acura dealer perform the inspections called for in arms with a folded towel or rag so the 24 months/30,000 miles (48,000 Wash and dry the exterior they do not touch the windshield.
Page 228: Appearance Care
Main Menu Appearance Care Regular cleaning and polishing of your Acura helps to keep it "new" looking. This section gives you hints on how to clean your car and preserve its appearance: the paint, brightwork, wheels and interior. Also included are several things you can do to help prevent corrosion.
Page 229: Exterior Care
Main Menu Table of Contents Exterior Care NOTICE NOTICE Check the body for road tar, tree sap, etc. Remove these stains with tar remover or turpentine. Rinse it Although the exterior panels on your Chemical solvents and strong cleaners off immediately so it does not NSX are made of hardened aluminum, can damage the paint, metal, and harm the finish.
Page 230 You in large patches. It should form into should use a polish on your Acura if beads or droplets after waxing. Make sure the antenna works the finish does not have its original smoothly by turning the stereo off shine after using a wax.
Page 231 Aluminum Wheels Paint Touch-up Inspect your car frequently for chips or scratches in the paint. Repair Clean your Acura's aluminum alloy Your dealer has touch-up paint to them right away to prevent corrosion match your car's color. The color wheels as you do the rest of the of the metal underneath.
Page 232: Interior Care
Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Care Carpeting Vinyl Seat Belts Vacuum the carpeting frequently to Remove dirt and dust with a vacuum If your seat belts get dirty, you can remove dirt. Ground-in dirt will make cleaner. Wipe the vinyl with a soft use a soft brush with a mixture of the carpet wear out faster.
Page 233: Corrosion Protection
Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Care, Corrosion Protection Corrosion Protection Windows Air Fresheners Two factors normally contribute to Clean the windows, inside and out, If you want to use an air freshener/ with a commercially-available glass deodorizer in the interior of your car, causing corrosion in your car: cleaner.
Page 234 Corrosion Protection, Body Repairs Body Repairs Many corrosion-preventive measures Use a high-pressure spray to clean are built into your Acura. You can the underside of your car. This is The entire body and undercarriage help keep your car from corroding especially important in areas that of your NSX is made of aluminum.
Page 235: Body Repairs
If you have any doubts about replaced or repaired body parts and whether corrosion-prevention measures were used during the repair, take the car to your Acura dealer for inspection. Appearance Care...
Page 236: Taking Care Of The Unexpected
Main Menu Taking Care of the Unexpected This section covers the more- Changing a Flat Tire ..... common problems that motorists If Your Engine Won't Start... experience with their vehicles. It Nothing Happens or the gives you information about how to Starter Motor Operates safely evaluate the problem and what Very Slowly......
Page 237: Changing A Flat Tire
Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire If you have a flat tire while driving, FOLDING SPARE TIRE stop in a safe place to change it. Stopping in traffic or on the shoulder of a busy road is dangerous. Drive ０３／０７／１０１６：１１：０９３１Ｓ５Ａ９３０００２１ ...
Page 238 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire JACK WHEEL WRENCH AIR PUMP The radiator's electric fan runs automatically, even with the ignition off. The fan's blades can injure you. Keep your hands, arms, and clothing away from the fan when removing the spare tire.
Page 239 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire WHEEL NUTS JACKING POINT CIGARETTE LIGHTER POWER CORD 6. Remove the cigarette lighter from 7. Loosen the five wheel nuts 1/2 8. Locate the jacking point nearest its socket and plug the power cord turn with the wheel wrench.
Page 240 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire NOTICE WHEEL WRENCH Garage-type floor jacks and jacks of similar design can damage your car 's underbody, even if they are located on the jacking point. Only use the scissors jack that comes with your NSX to raise the car.
Page 241 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire FOLDING SPARE BRAKE HUB TIRE 11. Before you put on the folding 12. Put on the folding spare tire with spare tire, wipe any dirt off the the air valve toward the bottom. mounting surface of the wheel and Put the wheel nuts back on finger- hub with a clean cloth.
Page 242 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire NOTICE VALVE CAP Do not climb into the car when it is on the jack. You could cause the car to roll off the jack, damaging the suspension and body. Keep your fingers and clothing away as the tire inflates and unfolds from its compact size.
Page 243 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire 17. Screw the valve cap on the valve 15. After about five minutes, unscrew 16. When finished, reach in and turn the air pump hose and check the tightly with your hands. the ignition switch to LOCK (0).
Page 244 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire 18. Lower the car to the ground and 20. Store the jack, wheel wrench, 19. Tighten the wheel nuts securely in remove the jack. the same crisscross pattern. Have extension, air pump, pressure the wheel nut torque checked at gauge, screwdriver, and flat tire in the trunk.
Page 245 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire Storing the Folding Spare Tire To store the flat tire, put a sheet of paper on the contact surface of the Before returning the folding spare tire and the trunk well as shown in tire to its compartment, you must let the illustration.
Page 246 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire Keep your fingers and clothing away as the tire deflates and folds back to its compact size. 2. Unscrew and remove the folding 3. Remove the rubber cover on top of spare tire valve cap.
Page 247 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire VALVE CAP 4. As the tire deflates, it will fold 5. Put the rubber cap back on the 6. Remove the folding spare tire and back to its original shape. When valve cap.
Page 248: Air Pump
Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire Air Pump Folding Spare Tire The air pump that comes with your Your car comes with a folding spare NSX is designed specifically to tire. Use this spare tire as a tempo- inflate the folding spare tire.
Page 249 New spare tires are available at your Acura dealer. Do not take your car to an auto- The folding spare tire has a shorter matic car wash when the spare tire tread life than a regular tire.
Page 250 Main Menu Table of Contents If Your Engine Won't Start Nothing Happens or the Starter Diagnosing why your engine won't Turn the ignition switch to ON (II). Motor Operates Very Slowly start falls into two areas, depending Check the voltmeter reading. Turn on what you hear when you turn the on the headlights and check their When you turn the ignition switch to...
Page 251 Main Menu Table of Contents If Your Engine Won't Start The Starter Operates Normally If the headlights dim noticeably or There may be an electrical go out when you try to start the In this case, the starter motor's problem, such as no power to the engine, either the battery is dis- speed sounds normal, or even faster fuel pump.
Page 252: Jump Starting
NOTICE You cannot start an Acura with an automatic transmission by pushing If a battery sits in extreme cold, the or pulling it. electrolyte inside can freeze.
Page 253 Main Menu Table of Contents Jump Starting FUSE BOX COVER JUMP START TERMINAL 3. Open the rear window and engine 4. Connect one jumper cable to the 5. Connect the second jumper cable to the negative ( — ) terminal on cover.
Page 254 Main Menu Table of Contents Jump Starting 8. Once your car is running, discon- nect the negative cable from your BOOSTER BATTERY car, then from the booster battery. Disconnect the positive cable from your car, then the booster battery. 6. If the booster battery is in another 7.
Page 255: If Your Engine Overheats
Main Menu Table of Contents ０３／０７／１０１６：１１：０９３１Ｓ５Ａ９３０００２１ If Your Engine Overheats The pointer of your car's tempera- 3. If you do not see steam or spray, ture gauge should stay in the mid- leave the engine running and range under most conditions. It may Steam and spray from an watch the temperature gauge.
Page 256 Main Menu Table of Contents If Your Engine Overheats 6. Look for any obvious coolant leaks, 7. If you don't find an obvious leak, 9. Use a cloth or glove to protect such as a split radiator hose. check the coolant level in the your hand while removing the Everything is still extremely hot, expansion tank (see page 133).
Page 257 Main Menu Table of Contents If Your Engine Overheats 10. Start the engine and set the 11. Put the expansion tank cap back 12. If the temperature stays normal, climate control to FULL AUTO at on tightly. Run the engine and check the coolant level in the 90°F (32°C).
Page 258: Low Oil Pressure Indicator
Main Menu Table of Contents Low Oil Pressure Indicator NOTICE 4. Start the engine and watch the oil LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR pressure indicator. If the light does not go out within ten seconds, Running the engine with low oil turn off the engine.
Page 259: Charging System Indicator
Main Menu Table of Contents Charging System Indicator Immediately turn off all electrical By eliminating as much of the CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR accessories: radio, climate control, electrical load as possible, you can rear defogger, cruise control, etc. drive several miles (kilometers) Try not to use other electrically- before the battery is too discharged operated controls such as the power...
Page 260: Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Main Menu Table of Contents Malfunction Indicator Lamp NOTICE If you have recently refueled your MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP car, the cause of this indicator coming on could be a loose or If you keep driving with the missing fuel fill cap. Check the cap malfunction indicator lamp on, you can and tighten it until it clicks several damage your car's emissions controls...
Page 261: Brake System Indicator
Main Menu Table of Contents Brake System Indicator Slow down by shifting to a lower If it comes on at any other time, it indicates a problem with the car's gear, and pull to the side of the road brake system. In most cases, the when it is safe.
Page 262 Main Menu Table of Contents Getting the Headlights to Pop Up If both headlights don't pop up when PLASTIC CAP you turn them on, try the headlight motor button on the dashboard (see page ). If one or both headlights are still down, do the following: 1.
Page 263 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses All the electrical circuits in your car have fuses to protect them from a UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX short circuit or overload. These fuses are located in three fuse boxes. INTERIOR FUSE BOX ENGINE COMPARTMENT FUSE BOX Taking Care of the Unexpected...
Page 264 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses UNDER-HOOD INTERIOR ENGINE Push Push Turn The under-hood fuse box is located The engine compartment fuse box is The interior fuse box is underneath in the front of the engine compart- located next to the air cleaner the dashboard on the driver's side.
Page 265 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses Checking and Replacing Fuses FUSE If something electrical in your car FUSE PULLER stops working, the first thing you should check for is a blown fuse. Determine from the chart on pages and 265, or the diagram on the fuse box lid, which fuse or fuses control that component.
Page 266 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses NOTICE If you cannot drive the car without BLOWN fixing the problem, and you do not have a spare fuse, take a fuse of the Replacing a fuse with one that has a same rating or a lower rating from higher rating greatly increases the one of the other circuits.
Page 267 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX : Canadian Model Taking Care of the Unexpected...
Page 268 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses ENGINE COMPARTMENT FUSE BOX INTERIOR FUSE BOX : Spare Fuse : Canadian Model Taking Care of the Unexpected...
Page 269 Main Menu Table of Contents If Your Car Gets Stuck If your car gets stuck in sand, mud, or snow, call a towing service to pull it out (see page 267). NOTICE "Rocking'' your car between forward and reverse gear or revving up the engine and allowing the wheels to spin freely at high speeds can damage the automatic transmission.
Page 270 Main Menu Table of Contents Towing If your car needs to be towed, call a Wheel Lift Equipment — The tow Sling-type Equipment — The tow truck uses two pivoting arms that go professional towing service or, if you truck uses metal cables with hooks belong to one, an organization that under the tires (front or rear) and lift on the ends.
Page 271 Main Menu Table of Contents Towing NOTICE NOTICE If your NSX cannot be transported by flat-bed, it should be towed with the rear wheels off the ground. If, Improper towing preparation will Trying to lift or tow your car by the due to damage, your car must be damage the transmission.
Page 272: Technical Information
The diagrams in this section give Oxygenated Fuels......Identification Numbers....you the dimensions and capacities of Specifications......... Driving in Foreign Countries..your Acura, and the locations of the Traction Control System....Emissions Controls......identification numbers. The explana- DOT Tire Quality Grading... The Clean Air Act......
Page 273: Identification Numbers
The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is the 17-digit number your Acura dealer uses to register your car for warranty purposes. It is also necessary for licensing and insuring your car. The easiest place to find the VIN is on a plate fastened to the top of the dashboard.
Page 274 Main Menu Table of Contents Identification Numbers The Engine Number is stamped on TRANSMISSION NUMBER the back left corner of the engine block, below the rear valve cover. The Transmission Number is on a label on top of the transmission. ENGINE NUMBER Technical Information...
Page 275 Main Menu Table of Contents Specification s page 199. 1 : Including the coolant in the expansion tank and that remaining in the engine. 1 : 3.0 model (4 AT) Expansion tank capacity: 2 : 3.2 model (6 MT) 0.55 US gal (2.1 l ,0.46 Imp gal) 2 : Excluding the oil remaining in the engine.
Page 276 Main Menu Table of Contents Specification s page page page Technical Information...
Page 277 Main Menu Table of Contents Traction Control System The Traction Control System (TCS) The TCS uses the pulse frequencies If wheel lockup is sensed during monitors how fast the wheels are from the wheel speed sensors to deceleration (downshifting on a turning during acceleration.
Page 278 Main Menu Table of Contents DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) Treadwear Traction The tires on your vehicle meet all U.S. Federal Safety Requirements. The treadwear grade is a compara- The traction grades, from highest to All tires are also graded for tive rating based on the wear rate of lowest, are AA, A, B, and C.
Page 279 Main Menu Table of Contents DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) Temperature Warning: The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that The temperature grades are A (the is properly inflated and not over- highest), B, and C, representing the loaded.
Page 280: Oxygenated Fuels
Main Menu Table of Contents Oxygenated Fuels Some conventional gasolines are The following are the U.S. EPA and If you notice any undesirable being blended with alcohol or an Canadian CGSB approved operating symptoms, try another ether compound. These gasolines percentages of oxygenates: service station or switch to another are collectively referred to as...
Page 281: Driving In Foreign Countries
Table of Contents Driving in Foreign Countries If you are planning to take your Acura outside the U.S. or Canada, contact the tourist bureaus in the areas you will be traveling in to find out about the availability of unleaded gasoline with the proper octane rating.
Page 282: Emissions Controls
* In Canada, Acura cars comply with smog creation, but it is a poisonous and burned during driving. the Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety gas.
Page 283 HC, CO, and NOx that remain low, you should use only new emissions when the engine is cold. comes out the tailpipe. The exhaust Genuine Acura replacement parts or emissions control systems are their equivalent for repairs. Using Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR)
Page 284: Three Way Catalytic Converter
The catalytic converter is referred to running properly. as a three-way catalyst, since it acts on HC, CO, and NOx. A replacement unit must be an original Acura part or its equivalent. The three way catalytic converter THREE WAY CATALYTIC CONVERTER...
Page 285 Main Menu...
Page 286: Warranty And Customer Relations (U.s. & Canada)
Main Menu Warranty and Customer Relations Customer Relations Information......... Canada Zone Office Map....Warranty Coverages..... Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Vehicles)......287 Authorized Manuals...... Warranty and Customer Relations...
Page 287 Main Menu Table of Contents Customer Relations Information Acura dealership personnel are If you are dissatisfied with the When you call or write, please give trained professionals. They should decision made by the dealership's us this information: be able to answer all your questions.
Page 288: Canada Zone Office Map
Table of Contents Canada Zone Office Map CUSTOMER RELATIONS RELATIONS AVEC LA CLIENTELE Honda Canada Inc. 715 Milner Avenue Toronto, ON M1B 2K8 Tel: 1-888-9-ACURA-9 Fax: Toll-free 1-877-939-0909 Toronto (416) 287-4776 Honda Canada Inc. National Office Warranty and Customer Relations...
Page 289: Warranty Coverages
U.S. Owners Replacement Battery Limited Seat Belt Limited Warranty — a seat Warranty — provides prorated Your new Acura is covered by these belt that fails to function properly is warranties: covered for the useful life of the coverage for a replacement battery vehicle.
Page 290 D.C. 20590. You can also obtain to notifying Acura Automobile involved in individual problems other information about motor Division, American Honda Motor Co., between you, your dealer, or Acura Inc. Automobile Division, American vehicle safety from the Hotline. Honda Motor Co., Inc.
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Page 292: Authorized Manuals (U.s. Only)
Purchasing Factory Authorized Manuals Valid only for sales within the U.S. Canadian owners should (U.S. only) contact their authorized Acura dealer. The following publications covering the operation and servicing of your car can be obtained from Helm Incorporated, either by filling out the attached form or, for credit card holders, calling the toll-free phone number on the form.
Page 293: Authorized Manuals
Main Menu Table of Contents Authorized Manuals Service Manual: This manual covers maintenance and recommended procedures for repair to engine and chassis components. It is written for the Journeyman mechanic, but is simple enough for most mechanically-inclined owners to under- stand.
Page 294 Main Menu Index How the SRS Indicator Works... Ashtray..........SRS Components......Audio System......... Accessories Additives, Engine Oil..... Automatic Car Washes....Installation........Adjustments Automatic Climate Control ACCESSORY (Ignition Key Mirrors.......... System........... Position)........Seats..........Automatic Speed Control....Adding Automatic Transmission....Steering Wheel......Automatic Transmission Airbag (SRS)........
Page 295 Main Menu Index Beverage Holder......Battery Condition...... Turn Signal Lights..... Body Repair........Brake Fluid......... Bulbs, Halogen....... Brakes..........Clutch Fluid........194 Drive Belts........Anti-lock System (ABS).... Break-in, New Linings ....Engine Coolant......Fluid..........Cables, Jump Starting With..Engine Oil........Light, Burned-out...... Capacities Chart......Fuses...........
Page 296 Main Menu Index Cold Weather, Starting in..... ® DEXRON III Automatic Compact (Folding) Spare Tire..Transmission Fluid....Economy, Fuel....... Controls, Instruments and....Dimensions........Coolant Dimming the Headlights ....Emergencies on the Road..... Adding.........183 Battery, Jump Starting....Dipstick Automatic Transmission... Changing a Flat Tire....Checking........133 Proper Solution......
Page 297 Main Menu Index Fuel Mileage, Improving....Engine Filters Malfunction Indicator Fuel..........197 Fuel Station Procedures ....Lamp......... 50, Oil..........Fuses, Checking the...... Oil Pressure Gauge..... First Gear, Shifting......Oil Pressure Indicator..49, Flashers, Hazard Warning....Oil, What Kind to Use....Flat Tire, Changing a....Gasohol...........
Page 298 Main Menu Index Halogen Headlight Bulbs....Identification Number, Vehicle..Keys........... Hazard Warning Flashers....If Your Car has to be Towed..Headlights Ignition Daytime Running Lights..... Keys..........Emergency Operation, Switch..........Label, Certification......Manual........259 Timing Control System..... Lane Change, Signaling....High Beam Indicator....Indicator Lights, Instrument Lap/Shoulder Belts......
Page 299 Main Menu Index Locks Mirrors, Adjusting......Opening the Engine Cover... Anti-theft Steering Column..Opening the Hood ......Fuel Fill Door......Opening the Trunk......Glove Box........Operation in Foreign Countries... Power Door........Neutral Gear Position....Outside Mirrors....... Trunk..........New Vehicle Break-in ....Overheating, Engine.....
Page 300 Main Menu Index Protecting Adults......Removing and Storing....Safety Messages........ Additional Safety Precautions..Roof Unlatched Indicator... Seat Belt, Additional Information.. Advice for Pregnant Women..Roof cover......... Lap/Shoulder Belt....... Protecting Children......Replacement Information Seat Belt Maintenance....Protecting Larger Children..Air Cleaner......... Seat Belt System Components...
Page 301 Main Menu Index Shift Lever Position Indicator..SRS Indicator Light....39, Maintenance....... Shift Lock Release......START (Ignition Key Position) ..TCS Indicator......51, Side Marker Lights, Bulb Starting the Engine......Technical Descriptions Replacement in......In Cold Weather at High Emission Control Systems..Altitude........
Page 302 Main Menu Index Specifications......Turn Signals........Technical Information....Tools,Tire Changing....Warning Beepers Towing Headlights on....... A Trailer, Do Not....... Underside, Cleaning...... Key in Ignition......Emergency Wrecker....Unexpected, Taking Care Seat Belts........49 Traction Control System (TCS) of the........... WARNING, Explanation of....Operation........
Page 303 Main Menu Index Windows Cleaning........Operating the Power....Opening the Rear....... Rear, Defogger......Windshield Cleaning........Defroster........Wipers, Windshield Changing Blades......Operation........Worn Tires........Wrecker, Emergency Towing..
Page 304: Service Information Summary
Main Menu Service Information Summary 6-speed Manual Transmission Tire Pressure (measured cold): Gasoline: Fluid: Front: Premium unleaded gasoline, Honda Manual Transmission 33 psi (230 kPa , 2.3 kgf/cm pump octane number of 91 or Fluid preferred, or an API service higher.

Acura NSX 2000 Owner's Manual

Table of Contents

Driver and Passenger Safety

Seats & Seat-Backs

Head Restraints

Door Locks

1 Close and Lock the Doors

2 Adjust the Front Seats

3 Adjust the Seat-Backs

4 Fasten and Position the Seat Additional Information about Your

5 Adjust the Steering Wheel

6 Maintain a Proper Sitting

Comfort and Convenience Features

Maintenance

Changing the Oil and Filter

6 Speed Manual

Quick Links

Chapters

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Summary of Contents for Acura NSX 2000