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Acura 2004 NSX Owner's Manual

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2004 NSX Online Reference Owner's Manual
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Contents
For a printed owner's manual, click on authorized manuals or go to www.helminc.com.
Owner's Identification Form
Introduction
..................................................................................................................................................... i
A Few Words About Safety
.......................................................................................................................... ii
Your Vehicle at a Glance
...............................................................................................................................2
Driver and Passenger Safety
.......................................................................................................................5
Proper use and care of your vehicle's seat belts, and Supplemental Restraint System.
Instruments and
Controls...........................................................................................................................39
Instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to use dashboard and steering column controls.
Comfort and Convenience
Features.........................................................................................................77
How to operate the climate control system, the audio system, and other convenience features.
Before Driving
.............................................................................................................................................103
What gasoline to use, how to break-in your new vehicle, and how to load luggage and other cargo.
Driving...........................................................................................................................................................117
The proper way to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, plus towing a trailer.
Maintenance.................................................................................................................................................133
The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you need to take your vehicle to the dealer.
Taking Care of the
Unexpected...............................................................................................................169
This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and how to handle them.
Technical
Information...............................................................................................................................199
ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information.
Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada)
......................................................................213
A summary of the warranties covering your new Honda, and how to contact us.
Authorized Manuals (U.S.
only)...............................................................................................................217
How to order manuals and other technical literature.
Index .................................................................................................................................................................
I
Service Information Summary
A summary of information you need when you pull up to the fuel pump.

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  • Page 1 2004 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 ..............................i A Few Words About Safety ..........................
  • Page 2 ADDRESS This Owner’s Manual covers all STREET models of the Acura NSX. You may find descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your CITY STATE/PROVINCE ZIP CODE/ particular model.
  • Page 3 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 this manual. In it, you will learn how to operate its driving controls and property, or the environment.
  • Page 4 Main Menu 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: vehicle safely is an important Safety Labels on the vehicle.

  • Page 5: Your Car At A Glance

    Main Menu Your Car at a Glance HAZARD WARNING BUTTON TURN SIGNAL LEVER HEADLIGHT (P.52) (P.51) SWITCH (P.51) HOOD RELEASE DIGITAL CLOCK HANDLE (P.76) (P.108) DOOR LOCK SWITCH AUTOMATIC (P.58) CLIMATE CONTROL (P.78) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.63) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.84) MIRROR CONTROLS (P.71)
  • Page 6 Main Menu Your Car at a Glance TCS ON/OFF SWITCH INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS (P.132) (P.52) HAZARD WARNING LIGHT (P.52) HEADLIGHTS (P.51) CRUISE CONTROL MASTER SWITCH (P.100) WINDSHIELD WIPERS/ WASHERS REAR WINDOW (P.50) DEFOGGER (P.52) TURN SIGNALS TELESCOPE ADJUSTMENT HORN TILT ADJUSTMENT (P.51) BUTTONS (P.53)
  • Page 7 Main Menu...

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Main Menu Driver and Passenger Safety This section gives you important Important Safety Precautions ..How the SRS Indicator Works . information about how to protect Your Vehicle’s Safety Features ..Airbag Service ......yourself and your passenger. It Seat Belts ........

  • Page 9: Important Safety Precautions

    Main Menu Table of Contents Important Safety Precautions You’ll find many safety child passenger. Due to the every additional drink. So don’t drink recommendations throughout this passenger’s airbag hazard, you and drive, and don’t let your friends section, and throughout this manual. drink and drive, either.

  • Page 10: Your Vehicle's Safety Features

    Main Menu Table of Contents Your Vehicle’s Safety Features Your vehicle is equipped with many features that work together to protect you and your passengers 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 Vehicle’s Safety Features Help keep you from being thrown Seat Belts For your safety, and the safety of against the inside of the vehicle your passenger, your vehicle is Not wearing a seat belt properly and against other occupants.

  • Page 12: Airbags

    Main Menu Table of Contents Your Vehicle’s Safety Features The most important things you need Airbags What you should do: Always wear to know about your airbags are: your seat belt properly, and sit upright, and as far back from the steering wheel while allowing full Airbags do not replace seat belts.

  • Page 13: Protecting Adults And Teens

    Adjust driver’s seat as far to the rear your Acura. stop. as possible while allowing you to maintain control of the vehicle. Have...

  • Page 14: Adjust The Seat-Backs

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens The National Highway Traffic Safety Reclining a seat-back so that the Adjust the Seat-Backs Administration and Transport shoulder part of the belt no longer Canada recommend that drivers rests against the occupant’s chest allow at least 10 inches (25 cm) reduces the protective capability of between the center of the steering...

  • Page 15: Fasten And Position The Seat Belts

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens Fasten and Position the Seat Never place the shoulder portion of a Belts lap/shoulder belt under your arm or Insert the latch plate into the buckle, This could cause behind your back. then tug on the belt to make sure the very serious injuries in a crash.

  • Page 16: Adjust The Steering Wheel

    Have your Acura dealer check the vehicle is parked and the engine is belt as soon as possible. off.

  • Page 17: Advice For Pregnant Women

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens When driving, remember to sit Advice for Pregnant Women upright and adjust the seat as far Sitting improperly or out of back as possible while allowing full control of the vehicle. When riding position can result in serious as a passenger, adjust the seat as far injury or death in a crash.

  • Page 18: Additional Safety Precautions

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens, Additional Information About Your Seat Belts Additional Safety Precautions Keep your hands and arms away Seat Belt System Components Two people should never use the from the airbag covers. If your Your seat belt system includes lap/ If they do, they hands or arms are close to an...

  • Page 19: Lap/Shoulder Belt

    Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Seat Belts Lap/Shoulder Belt The passenger’s seat belt has an Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners The lap and shoulder belt goes over additional locking mechanism that your shoulder, across your chest, must be activated to secure a child and across your hips.

  • Page 20: Seat Belt Maintenance

    Not checking or maintaining seat belts can result in serious When the tensioners are activated, Acura provides a lifetime warranty injury or death if the seat belts the seat belts will remain tight until on seat belts for U.S. models. See...

  • Page 21: Additional Information About Your Airbags

    Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags An indicator on the instrument Airbag System Components How Your Airbags Work Your airbag system includes: panel that alerts you to a possible problem with the system (see Two SRS (Supplemental Restraint page System) airbags.

  • Page 22: Driver And Passenger Safety

    Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags During a frontal crash, your seat belt After a crash, you may see what restrains your lower body and torso, looks like smoke. This is actually and the airbag helps protect your powder from the airbag’s surface.

  • Page 23: How The Srs Indicator Works

    Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags If the indicator comes on or How the SRS Indicator Works The SRS indicator alerts flashes on and off while you drive. you to a potential problem Ignoring the SRS indicator can with your airbags or seat belt If you see any of these indications, result in serious injury or death...

  • Page 24: Airbag Service

    Do the airbags to deploy, possibly not try to remove or replace the causing very serious injury. airbags yourself. This must be done by an Acura dealer or a knowledgeable body shop. The SRS indicator alerts you to a problem.

  • Page 25: Protecting Children General Guidelines

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children General Guidelines All Children Must Be Restrained Each year, many children are injured Children who are unrestrained or killed in vehicle crashes because they are either unrestrained or not or improperly restrained can be properly restrained.

  • Page 26: Your Vehicle Is Not Recommended For Child Passengers

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children General Guidelines Your Vehicle is Not The Passenger’s Airbag Can Pose Small Children Recommended for Child Serious Risks Placing a forward-facing child seat in Passengers Airbags have been designed to help the passenger’s seat can be The National Highway Traffic Safety protect adults in a moderate to If the vehicle seat is too...
  • Page 27 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children General Guidelines U.S. Models Canadian Models To remind you of the passenger’s To remind you of the airbag hazards, airbag hazards, your vehicle has your vehicle has warning labels on warning labels on the dashboard and the driver’s and passenger’s visors.

  • Page 28: Additional Safety Precautions

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children General Guidelines Do not leave children alone in a Additional Safety Precautions Keep vehicle keys and remote Never hold a small child on your vehicle. Leaving children without transmitters out of the reach of lap.

  • Page 29: Protecting Small Children

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Small Children Because an inflating airbag can We also recommend that a small Child Seat Type seriously injure or kill small children, child uses the child seat as long as we recommend that you do not carry possible, until the child reaches the a small child as a passenger in this weight or height limit for the seat.

  • Page 30: Selecting A Child Seat

    Main Menu Table of Contents Selecting a Child Seat, Installing a Child Seat Selecting a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat Secure the child in the child seat. To provide proper protection, a child After selecting a proper child seat, Make sure the child is properly seat should meet three there are three main steps to install...
  • Page 31 Main Menu Table of Contents Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/ Shoulder Belt The passenger’s seat belt has a locking mechanism that must be activated to secure a child seat. Move the vehicle seat to the rear- most position.
  • Page 32 Main Menu Table of Contents Installing a Child Seat To deactivate the locking mechanism and remove a child seat, unlatch the buckle, unroute the seat belt, and let the belt fully retract. After confirming that the belt is Push and pull the child seat locked, grab the shoulder part of forward and from side to side to the belt near the buckle, and pull...

  • Page 33: Tethers

    Install the tether hardware. Tighten the bolt to: 16 lbf·ft (22 N·m , 2.2 kgf·m) (U.S. models only) The hardware is available for purchase from your Acura dealer (part numbers: 82410-S84-C10 for 9.7 in the hardware, 82419-S84-C00 for the (24.6 cm) cover).

  • Page 34: Protecting Larger Children

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Larger Children When a child reaches the Checking Seat Belt Fit recommended weight or height limit for a forward-facing child seat, the Allowing a larger child age 12 or child should sit in a back seat on a under to ride in the vehicle can booster and wear a lap/shoulder belt.
  • Page 35 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Larger Children Do the child’s knees bend Booster seats can be high-back or Using a Booster Seat comfortably over the edge of the low-back. Whichever style you select, seat? make sure the booster meets federal safety standards and that you follow Does the shoulder belt cross the booster seat maker’s instructions.
  • Page 36 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Larger Children When Can a Larger Child Ride in Maturity If you decide that a child can safely this Vehicle To safely ride in this vehicle, a child ride in this vehicle, be sure to: If the passenger’s airbag inflates in a must be able to follow the rules, moderate to severe frontal collision,...
  • Page 37 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Larger Children Additional Safety Precautions Do not put any accessories on a seat Do not let a child wear a seat belt belt. Devices intended to improve a This could result in child’s comfort or reposition the across the neck.

  • Page 38: Carbon Monoxide Hazard

    Main Menu Table of Contents Carbon Monoxide Hazard Your vehicle’s exhaust contains With the trunk lid open, air flow can carbon monoxide gas. You should pull exhaust gas into your vehicle’s have no problem with carbon Carbon monoxide gas is toxic. interior and create a hazardous monoxide entering the vehicle in condition.

  • Page 39: 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 40 Main Menu Table of Contents Safety Labels EXPANSION TANK CAP Driver and Passenger Safety...
  • Page 41 Main Menu...
  • Page 42 Control Locations ......Removable Roof Panel ....contribute to the daily operation of Instrument Panel Indicators ..Mirrors ..........your Acura. All the essential controls Gauges ..........Parking Brake ......... are within easy reach. Odometer ........Interior Lights .........

  • Page 43: Component Locations

    Main Menu Table of Contents Component Locations HOOD REAR WINDOW ENGINE COVER TRUNK LID FRONT TRUNK COMPARTMENT FOLDING SPARE TIRE FUEL FILL DOOR ENGINE COMPARTMENT TOOLS, JACK, AIR PUMP, PRESSURE GAUGE Instruments and Controls...

  • Page 44: Control Locations

    Main Menu Table of Contents Control Locations HEADLIGHT TURN SIGNAL LEVER HAZARD WARNING SWITCH SWITCH (P.51) (P.52) (P.51) HOOD RELEASE DIGITAL CLOCK HANDLE (P.76) (P.108) AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCK SWITCH CLIMATE CONTROL (P.58) (P.78) POWER WINDOW AUDIO SYSTEM SWITCHES (P.84) (P.63) SEAT MIRROR CONTROLS ADJUSTMENT...

  • Page 45: Instrument Panel Indicators

    Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM HIGH BEAM INDICATOR (P.46) (TCS) INDICATOR (P.45) SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.44) (ABS) INDICATOR (P.44) ELECTRIC POWER STEERING INDICATOR (P.45) CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR SEAT BELT REMINDER LIGHT (P.43) (P.43) MALFUNCTION...
  • Page 46 Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators The instrument panel has many Seat Belt Reminder Low Oil Pressure indicators to give you important Indicator Indicator information about your vehicle. This indicator flashes for several The engine can be severely damaged seconds when you turn the ignition if this indicator flashes or stays on ON (II).
  • Page 47 It is a reminder to check the have your vehicle checked by your parking brake. Driving with the Acura dealer. With this indicator on, Malfunction Indicator parking brake not fully released your vehicle still has normal braking Lamp can damage the brakes and tires.
  • Page 48 Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Door and Lamp Monitor Electric Power Steering Traction Control System (EPS) Indicator (TCS) Indicator This indicator normally comes on This indicator has three functions: when you turn the ignition to ON (II) and goes off after the engine starts.
  • Page 49 Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Turn Signal and ‘‘Daytime Running This indicator also blinks several Hazard Warning Lights’’ Indicator times when you remove the key Indicators Canadian models only from the ignition switch. The left or right turn signal indicator This indicator comes on when you blinks when you signal a lane change turn the ignition switch to ON (II)

  • Page 50: Gauges

    Main Menu Table of Contents Gauges Temperature Gauge TEMPERATURE TACHOMETER SPEEDOMETER This shows the temperature of the GAUGE engine’s coolant. During normal operation, the reading should be in the middle of the gauge. In severe driving conditions, the reading may reach near the red mark.

  • Page 51: Oil Pressure Gauge

    If the oil volts can indicate a problem with the pressure falls low enough to cause battery or charging system. Have engine damage, the Low Oil your vehicle inspected by your Acura Pressure Indicator comes on (see dealer. page Instruments and Controls...

  • Page 52: Steering Column Controls

    Main Menu Table of Contents Steering Column Controls TCS ON/OFF SWITCH INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS (P.132) (P.52) HAZARD WARNING LIGHT (P.52) HEADLIGHTS (P.57) CRUISE CONTROL MASTER SWITCH (P.100) REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER (P.52) TURN SIGNALS HORN (P.51) BUTTONS WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS (P.50) TELESCOPE ADJUSTMENT TILT ADJUSTMENT (P.63) (P.53)

  • Page 53: Windshield Wipers And Washers

    Main Menu Table of Contents Windshield Wipers and Washers Turn the rotary switch at the end of Pull the Windshield Washer the lever or push down or pull the wiper control lever toward you and lever to select a position. hold it.

  • Page 54: Turn Signal And Headlights

    Main Menu Table of Contents Turn Signal and Headlights Push down on the Turn Signal and Headlights Turn Signal High Beams To turn on, pull the left lever to signal a left turn and up turn signal lever toward you as far as to signal a right turn.

  • Page 55: Instrument Panel Brightness

    Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Brightness, Hazard Warning Button, Rear Window Defogger Instrument Panel Brightness Hazard Warning Button Rear Window Defogger INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS KNOB The knob on the dashboard behind Push the red button on the right pod The rear window defogger will clear the left pod controls the brightness to turn on the hazard warning lights...

  • Page 56: Steering Wheel Adjustment

    Main Menu Table of Contents Rear Window Defogger, Steering Wheel Adjustment Steering Wheel Adjustment See page for important safety information about how to properly position the steering wheel. Make any steering wheel adjustment before you start driving. Adjusting the steering wheel TELESCOPE position while driving may ADJUSTMENT...

  • Page 57: Keys

    VALET KEY NUMBER KEY (Black) (Gray) have to get a key replaced. Use only an Acura-approved key blank. These keys contain electronic circuits that are activated by the Immobilizer System. They will not work to start the engine if the circuits are damaged.

  • Page 58: Immobilizer System

    You should also receive a small case LOCK (0), remove the key, reinsert containing a learning key. It is used it, and turn the switch to ON (II) by the Acura dealer to code again. replacement keys to your vehicle’s Immobilizer System. It must not be The system may not recognize your used in your vehicle’s ignition switch.
  • Page 59 If you have lost your key and cannot start the engine, contact an Acura Changes or modifications not expressly dealer. approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

  • Page 60: Ignition Switch

    Main Menu Table of Contents Ignition Switch If the front wheels are turned, the You will hear a reminder beeper if anti-theft lock may make it difficult you leave the key in the ignition to turn the key. Firmly turn the switch in the LOCK (0) or steering wheel to the left or right as ACCESSORY (I) position and open...

  • Page 61: Door Locks

    Main Menu Table of Contents Door Locks Both doors will lock when you use Power Door Locks 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 62: Trunk

    Main Menu Table of Contents Door Locks Trunk Emergency Trunk Opener Push TRUNK RELEASE BUTTON TRUNK MAIN SWITCH To open the trunk, press the trunk To protect items in the trunk when As a safety feature, your vehicle has release button on the driver’s door. you need to give the key to someone a release lever on the trunk latch so You can also use the master key to...

  • Page 63: Remote Transmitter

    30 If you lose a transmitter, the replacement needs to be seconds have elapsed, the light will go off immediately. reprogrammed by your Acura dealer. UNLOCK PANIC You cannot lock or unlock the doors BUTTON...
  • Page 64 Main Menu Table of Contents Remote Transmitter Replacing the Transmitter As required by the FCC: Battery This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired...

  • Page 65: Seats

    Main Menu Table of Contents Seats 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 66: Power Windows

    Main Menu Table of Contents Power Windows Your vehicle’s windows are electri- The driver’s armrest has a master DRIVER’S WINDOW SWITCH cally-powered. Turn the ignition power window control panel. To switch to ON (II) to raise or lower open the passenger’s window, push any window.
  • Page 67 Main Menu Table of Contents Power Windows The master control panel also con- The MAIN switch controls power to The power window system has a key- tains these extra features: the passenger’s window. With this off delay function. The windows will switch off, the passenger’s window still operate for up to ten minutes AUTO...

  • Page 68: Removable Roof Panel

    Main Menu Table of Contents Removable Roof Panel Your Acura’s roof panel has a single Removing and Storing 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 69 Main Menu Table of Contents Removable Roof Panel Stand just behind the driver’s door. Pull up the roof cover release lever Unsnap the hook end of the strap Reach under the rear edge of the and raise the roof cover. from the rear window frame.
  • Page 70 Main Menu Table of Contents Removable Roof Panel Lift the roof straight up off the Lower the roof cover and push it To prevent anyone from getting to vehicle. Since the roof must go in down until it latches. Snap the the roof panel and the engine when the holder backwards, it is hook on the window frame.
  • Page 71 Main Menu Table of Contents Removable Roof Panel the roof panel mechanism to jam or Remove the roof from the holder to not latch the roof properly. by pulling it up slightly, then back. Installing Because it is stored above the engine compartment, the roof panel can get hot while driving.
  • Page 72 Main Menu Table of Contents Removable Roof Panel Roof Unlatched Indicator ROOF UNLATCHED INDICATOR Set the roof in place on the vehicle. Secure the roof by turning each Make sure all four corners are release lever until the lock tab This indicator lights when the roof is sitting flush with the vehicle body.
  • Page 73 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 74: Mirrors

    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 Move the selector switch to L the door slightly before closing clean and adjusted for best visibility.

  • Page 75: Parking Brake

    Main Menu Table of Contents Mirrors, Parking Brake Parking Brake NOTICE: Driving the vehicle with the parking brake applied can damage the rear brakes and axles. Push the appropriate edge of the To apply the parking brake, pull the adjustment switch to move the lever up fully.

  • Page 76: Interior Light

    Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Light The interior light has a three- position switch. In the OFF position, the light does not come on. In the center position, the interior light comes on when you open either door. In the ON position, the interior light stays on continuously.

  • Page 77: Interior Convenience Items

    Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Convenience Item CLOCK ASHTRAY GLOVE BOX COIN HOLDER BEVERAGE HOLDER CIGARETTE LIGHTER CONSOLE COMPARTMENT Instruments and Controls...

  • Page 78: Console Compartment

    Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Convenience Item Console Compartment Beverage Holder Ashtray To open the console compartment, The beverage holder is located in the Open the ashtray by lifting the lid up. lift the tab on the left edge. rear half of the console compartment To close the ashtray, push the lid lid.

  • Page 79: Glove Box

    Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Convenience Item Press and hold the H button until Glove Box Clock Open the glove box by squeezing the the hour advances to the desired handle. Close it with a firm push. HOUR MIN. RESET time.

  • Page 80: Comfort And Convenience Features

    Main Menu Comfort and Convenience Features The climate control system in your Vents, Heating, and A/C ....Acura provides a comfortable driving Airflow Buttons ....... environment in all weather Climate Control ....... conditions. Playing the Radio ......Radio Reception ......
  • Page 81 Main Menu Table of Contents Vents, Heating, and A/C TEMPERATURE FULLY-AUTOMATIC SELECTED FAN SPEED DIAL CONTROL DIAL OPERATION TEMPERATURE AUTO BUTTON FRESH AIR To turn climate control on RECIRCULATED AIR U.S. model shown Comfort and Convenience Features...

  • Page 82: Airflow Buttons

    Main Menu Table of Contents Airflow Buttons When is pressed, the Fan Control Dial Mode Control Button Turn this dial clockwise to increase indicator in the button comes on and Use the MODE button to select the fan speed and increase the airflow. the air from the vehicle’s interior is vents the air flows from.
  • Page 83 Main Menu Table of Contents Vents, Heating, and A/C Select Windshield Defroster Button Using the Heater When button is pressed, the The heater uses engine coolant to indicator in the button comes on and warm the air. If the engine is cold, it If the outside air is humid, select the air flows from the defroster will be several minutes before you...

  • Page 84: Before Driving

    Main Menu Table of Contents Vents, Heating, and A/C Dehumidify the Interior To Defog and Defrost To clear the windows faster, you can Air conditioning, as it cools, removes To remove fog from the inside of the close the vents on top of each door moisture from the air.

  • Page 85: Climate Control

    Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control In cold weather, the fan will not Using Automatic Climate Control The Automatic Climate Control come on automatically until the system can adjust the fan speed and heater starts to develop warm air. airflow levels to maintain the interior temperature you select.
  • Page 86 Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control 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 87: Playing The Radio

    Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the Radio SEEK BAR PRESET BUTTONS A. SELECT BUTTON VOLUME DIAL ON/OFF BUTTON PRESET BUTTONS AM/FM/CD BUTTON TUNE DIAL STEREO INDICATOR Comfort and Convenience Features...
  • Page 88 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the Radio Use the TUNE dial To Play the Radio TUNE The preset frequencies will be lost if The ignition switch must be in the (outside ring of the right knob) to your vehicle’s battery goes dead, is ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position.
  • Page 89 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the Radio If you are AUTO SELECT traveling far from home and can no longer receive your preset stations, you can use the Auto Select feature BALANCE to find stations in the local area. KNOB Press the A.

  • Page 90: Radio Reception

    Radio Reception Stations must use these exact Radio Frequencies go off and the sound will fade Your Acura’s radio can receive the frequencies. It is fairly common for completely as you get out of range of complete AM and FM bands.
  • Page 91 Main Menu Table of Contents Radio Reception 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 92 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing a Tape REPLAY BUTTON REPEAT BUTTON SKIP BUTTON SCAN BUTTON EJECT BUTTON DOLBY BUTTON AM/FM/CD BUTTON TAPE DIRECTION INDICATOR METAL INDICATOR REW BUTTON FF BUTTON PLAY BUTTON Comfort and Convenience Features...
  • Page 93 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing a Tape To Play a Tape Tape Search Functions Dolby noise reduction manufactured under Make sure the radio is ON. Insert FF/REW To rewind the tape, license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corpo- the cassette with the open side of the push the REW (Preset 5) button.
  • Page 94 SCAN button contamination with a normal rewind. When it reaches the current again. cleaning kit. Your Acura dealer has a song or passage, it goes back to cleaning kit available. PLAY. The SKIP, REPEAT,...
  • Page 95 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing a Tape Use 100-minute or shorter tapes. Tapes longer than that may break or CLEAN LIGHT jam the drive. If the tape is loose, tighten it by turning the hub with a pencil or your finger.
  • Page 96 Main Menu Table of Contents CD Changer SCAN BUTTON REPEAT BUTTON A. SELECT BUTTON AM/FM/CD BUTTON ON/OFF BUTTON PROG BUTTON Comfort and Convenience Features...
  • Page 97 Main Menu Table of Contents CD Changer Loading the CD Changer Slide EJECT BUTTON CD CHANGER Your vehicle has a CD changer in Slide the lid to open the CD To install a CD, pull the tab out to the trunk. It holds up to six CDs. changer.
  • Page 98 Main Menu Table of Contents CD Changer Operating the CD Changer If you play the hundredth track and You operate the CD changer with over, the display will not show the the same controls used for the radio actual track number: and cassette player.
  • Page 99 Main Menu Table of Contents CD Changer You can switch to the radio while a To activate the Repeat REPEAT RANDOM PLAY This feature CD is playing by pressing the AM/ feature, press and release the when activated, plays the tracks on FM/CD button.

  • Page 100: Protecting Your Cds

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Your CDs General Information Protecting CDs When using CD-R or CD-RW discs, When a CD is not being played, store use only high quality CDs labeled it in its case to protect it from dust for audio use.

  • Page 101: Cd Changer Error Messages

    Disc changer If the code disappears within a few seconds, malfunction. unit is OK. If it does not, see your Acura dealer. Press the magazine eject button and pull it out. Disc changer Check for error indication, and insert the malfunction.

  • Page 102: Security System

    Main Menu Table of Contents Security System the driver’s door. The security system automatically sets 15 seconds after you lock the doors, hood, rear window, roof panel The security system does not set if and trunk. For the system to activate, the hood, rear window, trunk, roof you must lock the doors from the panel or either door is not latched...

  • Page 103: Cruise Control

    Main Menu Table of Contents Cruise Control Cruise control allows you to maintain Using the Cruise Control a set speed above 25 mph (40 km/h) without keeping your foot on the Improper use of the cruise accelerator pedal. It should be used control can lead to a crash.
  • Page 104 Main Menu Table of Contents Cruise Control resume the set speed, press the accel button. Each time you do RESUME/accel button. The this, your vehicle will speed up RESUME/accel CRUISE CONTROL indicator on about 1 mph (1.6 km/h). the instrument panel comes back You can decrease the set cruising speed in any of these ways: When climbing a steep hill, the...
  • Page 105 Main Menu Table of Contents Cruise Control 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 brake or clutch pedal.

  • Page 106: Before Driving

    Main Menu Before Driving Before you begin driving your Acura, Break-in Period ......you should know what gasoline to Gasoline Type ....... use, and how to check the levels of Service Station Procedures ..important fluids. You also need to Fuel Economy .......
  • Page 107 Break-in Period Gasoline Type Some gasoline today is blended with Help assure your vehicle’s future Your Acura is designed to operate on oxygenates such as ethanol or reliability and performance by paying unleaded gasoline with a pump MTBE. Your vehicle is designed to extra attention to how you drive octane number of 91 or higher.
  • Page 108 Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedures even Fueling If the nozzle keeps clicking off though the tank is not full, there Gasoline is highly flammable may be a problem with your vehicle’s fuel vapor recovery and explosive. You can be system.
  • Page 109 Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedures Opening the Engine Compartment RELEASE HANDLE REAR WINDOW SUPPORT ROD ENGINE COVER Park the vehicle, and set the Stand just behind the driver’s door. Lift the engine cover. parking brake. Locate the release Reach under the rear edge of the handle on the rear of the driver’s rear window at its center and raise...
  • Page 110 Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedures Oil Check ENGINE COVER UPPER MARK LOWER MARK DIPSTICK Wait a few minutes after turning the Remove the dipstick again and To Close the Rear Window: engine off before you check the oil. check the level.
  • Page 111 EXPANSION TANK HOOD RELEASE HANDLE on checking other items in your Acura. Look at the coolant level in the Park the vehicle, and set the expansion tank. Make sure it is parking brake. Pull the hood between the MAX and MIN lines.
  • Page 112 Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedures If the hood latch handle moves stiffly, To Close the Hood or you can open the hood without SUPPORT ROD lifting the handle, the mechanism should be cleaned and lubricated. Pull the support rod out of its clip and insert the end into the square LATCH hole on the right side of the hood.

  • Page 113: Fuel Economy

    Main Menu Table of Contents Fuel Economy Improving Fuel Economy Try to maintain a constant speed. Always maintain your vehicle Every time you slow down and according to the maintenance speed up, your vehicle uses extra schedule. See Owner’s fuel. Use the cruise control when Maintenance Checks on page appropriate.

  • Page 114: Accessories And Modifications

    Be sure electronic accessories do crash in which you can be hurt Accessories or killed. not overload electrical circuits Your dealer has Acura accessories (see page ) or interfere with that allow you to personalize your Follow all instructions in this proper operation.
  • Page 115 If you plan to modify your vehicle, or other raised objects, which consult your Acura dealer. could cause the airbags to deploy. Raising your vehicle with an aftermarket suspension kit can affect the handling and stability.

  • Page 116: Carrying Cargo

    Main Menu Table of Contents Carrying Cargo Your vehicle has several convenient GLOVE BOX CONSOLE COMPARTMENT storage areas: Glove box Console compartment Trunk However, carrying too much cargo, or improperly storing it, can affect your vehicle’s handling, stability, stopping distance, and tires, and make it unsafe.
  • Page 117 Main Menu Table of Contents Carrying Cargo The maximum load limit for your Subtract the combined weight of vehicle is 400 lbs (185 kg). This the driver and passenger from 400 figure includes the total weight of all lbs (185 kg). Overloading or improper occupants, cargo, and accessories.
  • Page 118 Main Menu Table of Contents Carrying Cargo Carrying Items in the Passenger Carrying Cargo in the Trunk Compartment Distribute cargo evenly on the Store or secure all items that could floor of the trunk, placing the be thrown around and hurt heaviest items on the bottom and someone during a crash.

  • Page 119: 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 on your vehicle, the alloy on well-maintained roads. As part of wheels are closer to the ground.
  • Page 120 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 6-speed Manual Transmission ..manual and automatic transmissions. Automatic Transmission ....It also includes important Parking ...........

  • Page 121: Preparing To Drive

    Main Menu Table of Contents Preparing to Drive You should do the following checks Check that any items you may be Fasten your seat belt. Check that and adjustments every day before carrying with you inside are stored your passenger has fastened his or you drive your vehicle.

  • Page 122: Starting The Engine

    Main Menu Table of Contents Starting the Engine Apply the parking brake. If the engine does not start within NOTICE: The engine is harder to start 15 seconds, or starts but stalls in cold weather. Also, the thinner air In cold weather, turn off all right away, repeat step 4 with the f ound at altitudes above 8,000 f eet electrical accessories to reduce...

  • Page 123: Speed Manual Transmission

    Main Menu Table of Contents 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 vehicle moving. can cause loss of control on Push down the clutch pedal, and slippery surfaces.
  • Page 124 Main Menu Table of Contents 6-speed Manual Transmission Recommended Shift Points Engine Speed Limiter 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 smoothly.
  • Page 125 Reverse, your vehicle may be With the clutch pedal pressed, developing a problem. Have the move the shift lever to the First/ vehicle checked by your Acura Second gear side of the Neutral dealer. gate, then shift to Reverse.

  • Page 126: Automatic Transmission

    (in any shift position), it indicates a possible problem in the transmission. Avoid rapid acceleration, and have the transmission checked by an Acura dealer as soon as possible. RELEASE BUTTON These indicators on the instrument To shift from any position, press...
  • Page 127 Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission This position mechani- To shift from: Do this: Park (P) Reverse (R) Press the brake P to R Press the brake pedal and cally locks the transmission. Use pedal and press the release button to push the release button.
  • Page 128 Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission With the If you move the console shift lever Drive (D) Use this position for SportShift (3/M) normal driving. The transmission console shift lever in this position, from ‘‘D’’ to ‘‘3/M’’ while the vehicle automatically selects a suitable gear you can use the SportShift lever on is moving, the transmission remains...
  • Page 129 Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission If you try to manually downshift at a Second (2) This position locks Engine Speed Limiter speed that would cause the engine to the transmission in second gear. It If you exceed the maximum speed exceed the redline in the lower gear, does not downshift to first gear for the gear you are in, the engine...
  • Page 130 If you need to use the Shift Lock shift lever and move the shift lever Release, it means your vehicle is out of Park to Neutral. developing a problem. Have it checked by an Acura dealer. Driving...

  • Page 131: Parking Tips

    Main Menu Table of Contents Parking Tips Always use the parking brake when Parking Tips If the vehicle is facing uphill, turn you park your vehicle. Make sure Make sure the removable roof the front wheels away from the the parking brake is set firmly or panel is installed and the windows curb.

  • Page 132: Braking System

    Main Menu Table of Contents Braking System Your Acura is equipped with disc Check the brakes after driving Brake System Design brakes at all four wheels. A power through deep water. Apply the The hydraulic system that operates assist helps reduce the effort needed brakes moderately to see if they feel the brakes has two separate circuits.

  • Page 133: Anti-Lock Brakes (Abs)

    Main Menu Table of Contents Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) The Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ABS Indicator Important Safety Reminders helps prevent the brakes from ABS does not reduce the time or locking up and helps you retain distance it takes to stop the steering control by pumping the vehicle;...

  • Page 134: Traction Control System (Tcs)

    Main Menu Table of Contents Traction Control System (TCS) Your Acura is equipped with a You should still install winter tires on Traction Control System (TCS). TCS your vehicle during the winter. assists you in maintaining traction Exercise the same caution in winter...
  • Page 135 TCS inspected by tions: your Acura dealer. You can still drive the vehicle without TCS. When you turn the ignition switch to ON (II). The TCS indicator may occasionally...
  • Page 136 ........If you have the skills and tools to per- Timing Belt ........form more complex maintenance Lights ..........tasks on your Acura, you may want Seat Belts ........to purchase the Service Manual. See Floor Mats ........page for information on how to Power Antenna ......

  • Page 137: Maintenance Safety

    All service items not detailed in this with the battery or compressed air. Injury from moving parts. section should be performed by an not run the engine unless Acura technician or other qualified instructed to do so. mechanic. Improperly maintaining this Important Safety Precautions...

  • Page 138: Maintenance Schedule

    Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Schedule The maintenance schedule assumes Which Schedule to Follow Driving in mountainous conditions. you will use your vehicle as normal Service your vehicle according to the transportation for your passenger time and mileage periods on one of Driving on muddy, dusty, or de- and possessions.
  • Page 139 Tires Check the tire pressure recommended time or mileage monthly. Examine the tread for We recommend the use of Acura period to ensure long-term reliability. wear and foreign objects. See page parts and fluids whenever you have maintenance done.
  • Page 140 Main Menu Table of Contents Service the items listed at the indicated distance (or time, if given). miles x 1,000 km x 1,000 Check engine oil and coolant Check oil and coolant at each fuel stop Check tires Check inflation and condition once a month Replace engine oil Every 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or every 1 year, whichever comes first Check tire inflation and condition...
  • Page 141 Main Menu Table of Contents Service the items listed at the indicated distance (or time, if given). miles x 1,000 km x 1,000 Check engine oil and coolant Check oil and coolant at each fuel stop Check tires Check inflation and condition once a month Replace engine oil and oil filter Every 3,750 miles (6,000 km) or every 6 months, whichever comes first Check tire inflation and condition...
  • Page 142 Main Menu Table of Contents 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 ) or severe conditions (page ). Keep the receipts for all work done on your vehicle. 3,750 mi Signature or dealer stamp mi/km...
  • Page 143 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Record (for Normal and Severe Schedules) 63,750 mi Signature or dealer stamp mi/km 93,750 mi Signature or dealer stamp mi/km 102,000 km 150,000 km Date Date 67,500 mi mi/km 97,500 mi mi/km 108,000 km 156,000 km Date Date...
  • Page 144 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Record (for Normal and Severe Schedules) 123,750 mi Signature or dealer stamp mi/km 198,000 km Date 127,500 mi mi/km 204,000 km Date 131,250 mi mi/km 210,000 km Date 135,000 mi mi/km 216,000 km Date 138,750 mi mi/km 222,000 km...

  • Page 145: Fluid Locations

    Main Menu Table of Contents Fluid Locations BRAKE FLUID CLUTCH FLUID AUTOMATIC EXPANSION ENGINE OIL FILL (Gray Cap) (Gray Cap) TRANSMISSION TANK CAP FLUID DIPSTICK (Yellow Loop) WASHER FLUID MANUAL TRANSMISSION ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK (Blue Cap) FILLER BOLT (Orange Loop) Maintenance...

  • Page 146: Adding Engine Oil

    Main Menu Table of Contents Adding Engine Oil Recommended Oil Make sure the API Certification Seal Oil is major contributor to your says ‘‘For Gasoline Engines’’. engine’s performance and longevity. Always use a premium-grade detergent oil displaying the API Certification Seal. This seal indicates the oil is energy conserving, and that it meets the American Petroleum Institute’s latest requirements.
  • Page 147 Run the engine until it reaches and year-round protection in your normal operating temperature, Acura. You may use a 5W-30 oil if then shut it off. the temperature in your area goes below 32°F (0°C).

  • Page 148: Changing The Oil And Filter

    A special indicator should go out within 5 Remove the oil drain bolt from the wrench (available from your Acura seconds. If it does not, turn off the bottom of the engine. Drain the oil dealer) is required to remove the engine and check your work.
  • Page 149 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing the Oil and Filter, Engine Coolant If Honda antifreeze/coolant is not Turn off the engine, let it sit for Adding Engine Coolant several minutes, then check the oil available, you may use another level on the dipstick. If necessary, EXPANSION TANK major-brand non-silicate coolant as a add more oil.

  • Page 150: Engine Coolant

    Main Menu Table of Contents Engine Coolant Pour coolant into the expansion tank. Fill it to the MAX line. Put Removing the expansion tank the cap back on the expansion tank. cap while the engine is hot can cause the coolant to spray out, Pour the coolant slowly and seriously scalding you.

  • Page 151: Windshield Washers

    Main Menu Table of Contents Windshield Washers Read the fluid level in 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 152: Automatic Transmission Fluid

    Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission Fluid If the level is below the lower mark, add fluid into the filler hole to bring it to the upper mark. Always use Honda ATF-Z1 (Automatic Transmission Fluid). If it is not available, you may use a DEXRON III automatic transmission fluid as a temporary replacement.
  • Page 153 Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission Fluid, Manual Transmission Fluid Insert the dipstick all the way back Manual Transmission Fluid If Honda MTF is not available, you into the transmission. may use an SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 FILLER BOLT viscosity motor oil with the API The transmission should be drained Certification seal that says ‘‘For...

  • Page 154: Brake And Clutch Fluid

    Main Menu Table of Contents Brake and Clutch Fluid Check the fluid level in the Brake System Clutch System reservoirs monthly. Replace it according to the time recommendation in the maintenance schedule. Brake Fluid Always use Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3. If it is not available, you should use only DOT 3 or DOT 4 fluid, from a sealed container, as a temporary...
  • Page 155 Lubricate all the moving parts, including the pivot. Follow the time and distance recommendations in the Maintenance Schedule. If you are not sure how to clean and grease the latch, contact your Acura dealer. Maintenance...
  • Page 156 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Replacing a Headlight Bulb The low beam headlight bulbs are a type of high voltage discharge tube. High voltage can remain in the circuit even with the light switch off and the key removed. Because of this, you should not attempt to examine or change a low beam headlight bulb yourself.
  • Page 157 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Push the electrical connector back Insert the socket back into the Replacing the Front Parking onto the bulb. Make sure it is on Lights headlight assembly. Turn it all the way. clockwise to lock it in place. Turn on the headlights to test the Test the lights to make sure the new bulb.
  • Page 158 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Remove the bulb by pushing it in Replacing a Front Turn Signal Replacing the Rear Bulbs Bulb slightly and turning it counterclockwise. Install the new bulb into the socket. Insert the socket back into the headlight assembly.
  • Page 159 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Install the new bulb in the socket in the reverse order of removal. STOPPER BOLT To reinstall the socket, line up the tabs on the socket with the slots in the taillight, push the socket into the hole, and turn it clockwise until it locks.
  • Page 160 Do not use bleach, dye, or cleaning If you use a non-Acura floor mat, PLATE solvents. Let the belts air dry before make sure it fits properly and that it you use the vehicle.

  • Page 161: Wiper Blades

    Main Menu Table of Contents Wiper Blades Check the condition of the wiper blades at least every six months. Replace them if you find signs of cracking in the rubber, and areas that are getting hard, or if they leave streaks and unwiped areas when used.
  • Page 162 Main Menu Table of Contents Wiper Blades Slide the new wiper blade into the BLADE holder until the tabs lock. Slide the wiper blade assembly onto the wiper arm. Make sure it locks in place. Turn the ignition switch ON (II) and return the windshield wipers to their park position.
  • Page 163 Main Menu Table of Contents Tires To safely operate your vehicle, your Inflation Recommended Tire Pressures for tires must be the proper type and Keeping the tires properly inflated Normal Driving size, in good condition with adequate provides the best combination of The following chart shows the tread, and correctly inflated.
  • Page 164 Main Menu Table of Contents Tires For convenience, the recommended If you check the pressure when the Tire Inspection tire sizes and cold air pressures are tires are hot (driven for several Every time you check inflation, you on a label on the driver’s doorjamb. miles), you will see readings 4 to 6 should also examine the tires for psi (30 to 40 kPa, 0.3 to 0.4 kgf/cm )
  • Page 165 Tire Maintenance Tire Rotation INDICATOR LOCATION MARKS In addition to proper inflation, You should not rotate your Acura’s correct wheel alignment helps to tires. The front and rear tires are decrease tire wear. If you find a tire different sizes, so they cannot be is worn unevenly, have your dealer rotated front-to-rear.
  • Page 166 Main Menu Table of Contents Tires The tire mileage you can expect Tire Wear Replacing Tires The tires that came on your vehicle from your NSX is the same as Replace your tires with radial tires of were designed and constructed to comparable mid-and rear-engined the same size, load range, speed provide superior grip during...
  • Page 167 If you mount snow tires on your for tire size explanation. Acura, make sure they are radial tires of the same size and load range as original tires. Mount snow tires on all four wheels. The traction provided by snow tires on dry roads may be lower than your original tires.
  • Page 168 Main Menu Table of Contents Tires Tire Chains NOTICE: Traction devices that are the Because your Acura has limited tire wrong size or improperly installed can clearance, mount only SAE Class ‘‘S’’ damage your vehicle’s brake lines, cable-type traction devices, with suspension, body, and wheels.

  • Page 169: Checking The Battery

    If additional battery maintenance is gas does not build up during needed, see your Acura dealer or a charging. You need to remove the qualified technician. spare tire holder before removing the battery.

  • Page 170: Vehicle Storage

    Support the front wiper blade If you store your vehicle for 12 completely. arms with a folded towel or rag so months or longer, have your Acura they do not touch the windshield. dealer perform the inspections called Clean the interior. Make sure the for in the 24 months/30,000 miles carpeting, floor mats, etc., are...
  • Page 171 Main Menu...

  • Page 172: 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 the Engine Won’t Start ..... experience with their vehicles. It Jump Starting ........ gives you information about how to If the Engine Overheats ....

  • Page 173: 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. Drive slowly along the shoulder until you get to an exit or an area to stop that is far away from the traffic lanes.
  • Page 174 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire WHEEL WRENCH JACK The radiator’s electric fan runs AIR PUMP 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 175 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire WHEEL NUTS JACKING POINT CIGARETTE LIGHTER POWER CORD Remove the cigarette lighter from Loosen the five wheel nuts 1/2 Locate the jacking point nearest its socket and plug the power cord turn with the wheel wrench.
  • Page 176 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire NOTICE: Garage-type f loor jacks and WHEEL WRENCH jacks of similar design can damage your vehicle’s underbody, even if they are located on the jacking point. Only use the scissors jack that comes with your NSX to raise the vehicle.
  • Page 177 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire FOLDING SPARE BRAKE HUB VALVE CAP TIRE Before you put on the folding Put on the folding spare tire with Unscrew the valve cap from the spare tire, wipe any dirt off the the air valve toward the bottom.
  • Page 178 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire NOTICE: Do not climb into the vehicle when it is on the jack. You could cause the vehicle to roll of f the jack, damaging the suspension and body. Keep your f ingers and clothing away as the tire inf lates and unf olds f rom its compact size.
  • Page 179 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire When finished, reach in and turn Screw the valve cap on the valve Lower the vehicle to the ground the ignition switch to LOCK (0). tightly with your hands. and remove the jack. Unplug the air pump power cord.
  • Page 180 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire Tighten the wheel nuts securely in Put the flat tire in the supplied Slide the tire in the trunk well with the same crisscross pattern. Have vinyl bag. This bag is stored in the outside surface of the the wheel nut torque checked at the glove box.
  • Page 181 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire Temporarily keep the wing bolt in Storing the Folding Spare Tire the trunk as well. See Replacing Before returning the folding spare Tires on page for tire tire to its compartment, you must let replacement.
  • Page 182 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. Remove the rubber cover on top of As the tire deflates, it will fold the valve cap.
  • Page 183 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire VALVE CAP Put the rubber cap back on the Remove the folding spare tire and Store the folding spare tire in the valve cap. Screw the valve cap install the original tire and wheel front compartment with the back on the folding spare tire nuts.
  • Page 184 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire This tire gives a harsher ride and Air Pump Folding Spare Tire The air pump that comes with your Use the folding spare tire as a less traction on some road NSX is designed specifically to temporary replacement only.
  • Page 185 New TREAD WEAR spare tires are available at your INDICATOR Acura dealer. Do not mount snow chains on it. The folding spare tire has a shorter tread life than a regular tire. Replace it when you can see the tread wear indicator bars.
  • Page 186 Main Menu Table of Contents If the Engine Won’t Start Diagnosing why the engine won’t Nothing Happens or the Starter Turn the ignition switch to ON (II). start falls into two areas, depending Motor Operates Very Slowly Check the voltmeter reading. Turn on what you hear when you turn the When you turn the ignition switch to on the headlights, and check their...
  • Page 187 Main Menu Table of Contents If the Engine Won’t Start If the headlights dim noticeably or The Starter Operates Normally 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 188: Jump Starting

    Turn off all the electrical acces- cover. Locate the engine sories: heater, A/C, stereo system, compartment fuse box on the You cannot start an Acura with an lights, etc. Put the transmission in driver’s side of the compartment. automatic transmission by pushing Neutral or Park, and set the Remove the fuse box cover.
  • Page 189 Main Menu Table of Contents Jump Starting Start your vehicle. If the starter motor still operates slowly, check that the jumper cables have good metal-to-metal contact. Once your vehicle is running, disconnect the negative cable from your vehicle, then from the booster battery.

  • Page 190: If The Engine Overheats

    Main Menu Table of Contents If the Engine Overheats The pointer of your vehicle’s If you do not see steam or spray, temperature gauge should stay in leave the engine running, and the midrange under most conditions. Steam and spray from an watch the temperature gauge.
  • Page 191 Main Menu Table of Contents If the Engine Overheats If the expansion tank needs Using gloves or large heavy cloth, If the temperature stays normal, coolant, you will have to remove turn the expansion tank cap one- check the coolant level in the the cap.
  • Page 192 Main Menu Table of Contents Low Oil Pressure Indicator, Charging System Indicator Safely pull off the road, and shut Low Oil Pressure Indicator Charging System Indicator This indicator should never off the engine. Turn on the hazard If the charging system come on when the engine is warning indicators.

  • Page 193: Malfunction Indicator Lamp

    Main Menu Table of Contents Malfunction Indicator Lamp If the indicator comes on repeatedly, If your vehicle’s battery has been Malfunction Indicator Lamp If the indicator comes on even though it may go off as you disconnected or gone dead, these while driving, it means one continue driving, have the vehicle codes are erased.

  • Page 194: Brake System Indicator

    Main Menu Table of Contents Brake System Indicator Brake System Indicator However, if the brake pedal does not The brake system indicator feel normal, you should take U.S. normally comes on when immediate action. A problem in one you turns the ignition part of the system’s dual circuit switch to ON (II) and as a design will still give you braking at...
  • Page 195 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses UNDER-HOOD ENGINE INTERIOR Push Push Turn The under-hood fuse box is located The engine compartment fuse box is Checking and Replacing Fuses in the front of the engine located next to the air cleaner If something electrical in your compartment on the passenger’s side.
  • Page 196 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses Check the smaller fuses in the soon as you can. FUSE under-hood fuse boxes and all the fuses in the interior fuse box by NOTICE: Replacing a f use with one pulling out each one with the fuse that has a higher rating greatly puller provided in the interior fuse increases the chances of damaging the...

  • Page 197: Fuse Locations

    Main Menu Table of Contents Fuse Locations No. Amps. Circuits Protected No. Amps. Circuits Protected Driver’s Power Window 15 A Small Lights 20 A Passenger’s Power Window O Sensor Heater 20 A 10 A 20 A Speaker Amplifier 7.5 A Digital Clock 20 A Left Headlight Low...
  • Page 198 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuse Locations ENGINE COMPARTMENT FUSE BOX INTERIOR FUSE BOX No. Amps. Circuits Protected Engine Room Fan 10 A 10 A HAC Clutch 20 A Passenger’s Power Seat Reclining 20 A Driver’s Power Seat Reclining 20 A Passenger’s Power Seat : Spare Fuse Slide...

  • Page 199: If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck

    Main Menu Table of Contents If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck If your vehicle gets stuck in sand, mud, or snow, call a towing service to pull it out (see page TIE-DOWN HOOK NOTICE: ‘‘Rocking’’ your vehicle between f orward and reverse gear or revving up the engine and allowing the wheels to spin f reely at high speeds can damage the automatic transmission.

  • Page 200: Emergency Towing

    Main Menu Table of Contents Emergency Towing The operator The tow If your vehicle needs to be towed, Flat-bed Equipment Sling-type Equipment call a professional towing service or loads your vehicle on the back of a truck uses metal cables with hooks organization.
  • Page 201 Main Menu...

  • Page 202: Technical Information

    ....Emissions Controls ....... you the dimensions and capacities of Specifications ........ The Clean Air Act ..... your Acura, and the locations of the DOT Tire Quality Grading ..Crankcase Emissions Control identification numbers. It also Treadwear ......... System ........

  • Page 203: Identification Numbers

    VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is the 17-digit number your Acura dealer uses to register your vehicle for warranty purposes. It is also necessary for licensing and insuring your vehicle. The easiest place to find the VIN is on a plate fastened to the top of the dashboard.
  • Page 204 Main Menu Table of Contents Identification Numbers The Engine Number is stamped on the back left corner of the engine TRANSMISSION NUMBER block, below the rear valve cover. The Transmission Number is on a label on top of the transmission. ENGINE NUMBER Technical Information...

  • Page 205: Specifications

    Main Menu Table of Contents Specifications Dimensions Capacities Length 174.2 in (4,425 mm) Fuel tank 18.5 US gal (70 ) Width 71.3 in (1,810 mm) Engine coolant Height 46.1 in (1,170 mm) Manual Transmission Wheelbase 99.6 in (2,530 mm) Change 3.17 US gal (12.0 ) Track Front...
  • Page 206 Main Menu Table of Contents Specifications Lights Fuses Headlights (High beam) 12 V 60 W (HB3) Front compartment See page or the fuse box Front turn signal lights 12 V 45 CP cover. Front parking lights 12 V Interior See page or the fuse label Rear turn signal lights 12 V...
  • Page 207 Main Menu Table of Contents DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) The tires on your vehicle meet all Treadwear Traction AA, A, B, C 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 208 Main Menu Table of Contents DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) Warning: The temperature grade for Temperature A, B, C The temperature grades are A (the this tire is established for a tire that highest), B, and C, representing the is properly inflated and not over- tire’s resistance to the generation of loaded.

  • Page 209: Tire Labeling

    Main Menu Table of Contents Tire Labeling Rim diameter in inches. Tire Labeling 2202 Date of manufacture. The tires that came on your vehicle have a number of markings. Those Load index (a numerical code you should be aware of are described associated with the maximum below.

  • Page 210: Emissions Controls

    ‘‘smog.’’ canister while the engine is off. After Carbon monoxide does not contri- In Canada, Acura vehicles comply the engine is started and warmed up, bute to smog creation, but it is a with the Canadian emission the vapor is drawn into the engine poisonous gas.
  • Page 211 HC, CO, and NOx that emissions when the engine is cold. remain low, you should use only new comes out the tailpipe. The exhaust Acura replacement parts or their emissions control systems are equivalent for repairs. Using lower Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR)

  • Page 212: 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 213: State Emissions Testing

    Main Menu Table of Contents State Emissions Testing If the testing facility determines that Testing of Readiness Codes Without touching the accelerator If you take your vehicle for a state the readiness codes are not set, you pedal, start the engine, and let it emissions test shortly after the will be requested to return at a later idle for 20 seconds.
  • Page 214 (Vehicle speed may vary readiness codes are still not set, see slightly; this is okay.) If you cannot your Acura dealer. do this for a continuous 90 seconds because of traffic conditions, drive for at least 30 seconds, then repeat it two more times (for a total of 90 seconds).
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  • Page 216 Main Menu Warranty and Customer Relations Customer Service Information ..Warranty Coverages ....Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Vehicles) ......Authorized Manuals ..... Warranty and Customer Relations...

  • Page 217: Customer Service Information

    Main Menu Table of Contents Customer Service Information Acura dealership personnel are Canadian Owners: In Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin trained professionals. They should Islands: CUSTOMER RELATIONS be able to answer all your questions. Bella International Corp. RELATIONS AVEC LA CLIENTÈLE If you encounter a problem that your C-1 Bechara St.

  • Page 218: Warranty Coverages

    Table of Contents Warranty Coverages a seat U.S. Owners Seat Belt Limited Warranty Replacement Battery Limited Your new Acura is covered by these belt that fails to function properly is Warranty provides prorated warranties: covered for the useful life of the coverage for a replacement battery vehicle.
  • Page 219 Transportation, Washington, to notifying Acura Automobile involved in individual problems D.C. 20590. You can also obtain Division, American Honda Motor Co., between you, your dealer, or Acura other information about motor Inc. Automobile Division, American vehicle safety from the Hotline.

  • Page 220: Authorized Manuals

    $42.00 31SW0910 2004 Acura NSX Maintenance Journal $12.00 Prices are subject to change without TOTAL MATERIAL 31SW0Q10 2004 Acura NSX Quick Start Guide $12.00 notice and without incurring obligation. Mich. Purchases ACU-R Order Form for Previous Years- FREE Add 6% Sales Tax Indicate Year and Model Desired Orders are mailed within 10 days.
  • Page 221 Main Menu Table of Contents Authorized Manuals Service Manual: NOTE: Dealers and Companies please provide dealer or company name, and also the name of the person to whose attention the shipment should This manual covers maintenance and recommended be sent. For purchases outside U.S.A. please write to the address shown procedures for repair to engine and chassis components.
  • Page 222 Main Menu Index Checking Fluid Level ....Braking System ......Shifting ........Break-in, New Car ......Accessories Shift Lock Release ....Brightness Control, Instruments . Installation ......... Shift Lever Position Indicator . Brights, Headlights ......ACCESSORY (Ignition Key Bulb Replacement ......
  • Page 223 Main Menu Index CD Changer Error Message ..Clutch Fluid ........Defogger, Rear Window ....Certification Label ......Coin Holder ........Defrosting the Windows ....Chains, tires ........CO in the Exhaust ......Dimensions ........Changing a Flat Tire ....Compact (Folding) Spare Tire ..
  • Page 224 Main Menu Index Flashers, Hazard Warning ..... Oil Pressure Indicator ..43, Oil, What Kind to Use ....Flat Tire, Changing a ....Economy, Fuel ......Overheating ....... Fluids Emergencies ........Speed Limiter ..... 121, Automatic Transmission ..Battery, Jump Starting .....
  • Page 225 Main Menu Index High Beam Indicator ....DRL (Daytime Running Reminder Chime ......Lights) ........Gasoline ......... Replacing Halogen Bulbs ..EPS (Electric Power Steering) . Fuel Reserve Indicator ....Turning on ........High Beam ........Gauge ........... Heating and Air Conditioning Low Fuel ........
  • Page 226 Main Menu Index Low Fuel Indicator ......Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 43, Keys ..........Lubricant Specifications Chart . Octane Requirement, Gasoline . Luggage, storing (cargo) ....Odometer ......... Odometer, Trip ....... Label, Certification ....... Change, How to ......Maintenance ........

  • Page 227: Protecting Adults And Teens

    Main Menu Index Opening the ....... Reclining the Seat-backs ....Panel Brightness Control ....Recommended Shift Speeds ..Safety Belts ........Park Gear Position ......Recovery Vehicle, Emergency Safety Defects, Reporting .... Parking Brake ......... Towing ........Safety Labels, Location of .....
  • Page 228 Main Menu Index Tether Attachment Point ....Shift Lever Position Indicator ..Steering Wheel Shift Lock Release ......Adjustments ........ Theft Deterrent System ....Signaling Turns ....... Anti-theft Column Lock ..... Three Way Catalytic Converter . 6-speed Manual Transmission Stereo Sound System .....
  • Page 229 Main Menu Index Traction Control System (TCS) Unleaded Gasoline ......Windows Operation ........Used Oil, How to Dispose of ..Operating the Power ....Trailer, Do Not Tow a ....Opening the Rear ...... Transmission Rear, Defogger ......Checking Fluid Level, Windshield Automatic ......

  • Page 230: Service Information Summary

    Main Menu Service Information Summary Gasoline: 6-speed Manual Transmission Tire Pressure (measured cold): Premium unleaded gasoline, Fluid: Front: pump octane number of 91 or Honda Manual Transmission 33 psi (230 kPa , 2.3 kgf/cm ) higher. Fluid preferred, or an SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 motor oil as a Rear: Fuel Tank Capacity:...

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