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Honda 2002 NSX Owner's Manual

Honda 2002 NSX Owner's Manual

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2002 NSX Online Reference Owner's Manual
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Owner's Identification Form
Introduction .........................................................................................................................................
A Few Words About Safety.................................................................................................................
Your Car at a Glance ...........................................................................................................................
Driver and Passenger Safety ..............................................................................................................
Proper use and care of your car'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..................................................................................................................................
What gasoline to use, how to break-in your new car, and how to load luggage and other cargo.
Driving ..............................................................................................................................................
The proper way to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, plus towing a trailer.
Maintenance .....................................................................................................................................
The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you need to take your car to the dealer.
Appearance Care..............................................................................................................................
Tips on cleaning and protecting your car. Things to look for if your car ever needs body repairs.
Taking Care of the Unexpected ......................................................................................................
This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and how to handle them.
Technical Information.....................................................................................................................
ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information.
Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada) ................................................................
A summary of the warranties covering your new Acura, and how to contact us.
Authorized Manuals (U.S. only)......................................................................................................
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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  • Page 1 2002 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.........................
  • Page 2 The information and specifications DELIVERY DATE included in this publication were in effect at the time of approval for (Date sold to original retail purchaser) printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. reserves the right, however, to DEALER NAME DEALER NO. discontinue or change specifications...
  • Page 3 Main Menu Introduction Congratulations on your selection of the 2002 Acura NSX. We are certain As you read this manual, you will you will be pleased with your purchase of one of the most sophisticated and find information that is preceded by technologically-advanced sports cars in the world.
  • 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: car safely is an important Safety Labels on the car.

  • Page 5: Your Car At A Glance

    Main Menu Your Car at a Glance 6 6 0 0 ) ) 5 5 8 8 5 5 9 9 5 5 6 6 ) ) . . 8 8 2 2 ) ) 1 1 3 3 5 5 6 6 7 7 ) ) 8 8 8 8 ) ) 7 7 2 2 ) )
  • Page 6 Main Menu Your Car at a Glance 5 5 7 7 ) ) 1 1 6 6 3 3 6 6 0 0 ) ) 5 5 6 6 6 6 0 0 ) ) 5 5 9 9 ) ) 5 5 7 7 .
  • Page 7 Main Menu...

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Main Menu Driver and Passenger Safety This section gives you important Important Safety Precautions ..Additional Safety Precaution ..information about how to protect Your Car’s Safety Features ..... General Guidelines for Using 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 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 section, and throughout this manual.

  • 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 Help keep you from being thrown Seat Belts For your safety, and the safety of against the inside of the vehicle Not wearing a seat belt properly your passenger, your car is equipped and against other occupants.

  • Page 12: Airbags

    Main Menu Table of Contents Your Car’s Safety Features The most important things you need Airbags 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 Move the seats Seats & Seat-Backs What you should do: Door Locks Your car’s seats are designed to keep as far back as possible, and keep Keeping your doors locked reduces you in a comfortable, upright adjustable seat-backs in an upright the chance of being thrown out of...

  • Page 14: Pre-Drive Safety Checklist

    Main Menu Table of Contents Your Car’s Safety Features Both doors are closed and locked Pre-Drive Safety Checklist To make sure you and your (see page passenger get the maximum protection from your car’s safety All cargo is properly stored or features, check the following each secured (see page time before you drive away:...

  • Page 15: Protecting Adults

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults Introduction Adjust the Front Seats 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 when a specific door is not tightly large enough and mature enough to...

  • 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 Sitting too close to an airbag with your back against the seat, and wheel and still reach the pedals.
  • Page 17 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults Reclining a seat-back so that the shoulder part of the belt no longer Reclining the seat-back too far rests against the occupant’s chest can result in serious injury or reduces the protective capability of death in a crash.

  • Page 18: Fasten And Position The Seat Belts

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults spreads the forces of a crash over Fasten and Position the Seat 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

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults If a seat belt does not seem to work Adjust the Steering Wheel Maintain a Proper Sitting as it should, it may not protect the Position occupant in a crash. After occupants have adjusted their No one should seats and put on seat belts, it is very sit in a seat with an inoperative seat...

  • Page 20: Advice For Pregnant Women

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults Pregnant women should also sit Advice for Pregnant Women upright and as far back as possible Sitting improperly or out of from the steering wheel or position can result in serious dashboard. This will reduce the risk 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 Keep your hands and arms away If your Two people should never use the between yourself and an airbag. from the airbag covers. If they do, they Carrying hard or sharp objects on hands or arms are close to the...

  • Page 22: Protecting Children

    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 not carry any child in this car.

  • Page 24: Driver And Passenger Safety

    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 Keep car keys out of the reach of Selecting a Child Seat Even very young To provide proper protection, a child Do not leave a child alone in your children. Leaving a child without adult children learn how to unlock seat should meet three...
  • Page 26 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children Before purchasing a child seat, we The child seat should be of the The child seat should fit the recommend that parents test the proper type and size to fit the child. passenger’s seat. child seat to make sure it fits Due to variations in the design of properly in the passenger’s seat.
  • Page 27 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children Placing a Child Seat Passenger’s Seat This page briefly summarizes Acura’s Never in the passenger’s Infants: recommendations on where to place seat, due to the passenger’s airbag a child seat in your car. hazard.
  • Page 28 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children To provide security during normal Installing a Child Seat Secure the child in the child seat. 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 Protecting Children If you decide to carry a small child in Protecting Small Children this car, follow the instructions and Improperly placing a forward- guidelines below. 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 If you are not wearing a seat lap. 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 If a child is too short for the shoulder Protecting Larger Children 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 Devices intended to improve belt. needs to use a booster seat. occupant comfort or reposition the shoulder part of a seat belt, severely compromise the protective capability...
  • 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 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 Carefully read the owner’s manual sit properly.

  • Page 36: Using Child Seats With Tethers

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children Use a razor blade or sharp knife to Using Child Seats with Tethers cut a 1-inch (2.5 cm) diameter circle around the marker hole. Remove the upholstery you cut. Install the tether hardware. Tighten the bolt to : 16 lbf·ft (22 N·m , 2.2 kgf·m) (U.S.

  • Page 37: Additional Information About Your Seat Belts

    Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Seat Belts pillar. After exiting the car, be sure Seat Belt System Components Lap/Shoulder Belt Your seat belt system includes lap/ the belt is out of the way and will not shoulder belts in both seating get closed in the door.

  • Page 38: How The Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners Work

    Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Seat Belts To deactivate the locking How the Automatic Seat Belt Seat Belt Maintenance mechanism, unlatch the buckle and Tensioners Work For safety, you should check the let the seat belt fully retract. To condition of your seat belts regularly.

  • Page 39: Additional Information About Your Srs

    Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Seat Belts If a seat belt is worn during a crash, it must be replaced by the dealer. A Not checking or maintaining belt that has been worn during a seat belts can result in serious crash may not provide the same level injury or death if the seat belts of protection in a subsequent crash.

  • Page 40: Srs Components

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

    Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your SRS If the light comes on or flashes on How the SRS Indicator Light Works and off while you drive. Ignoring the SRS indicator light The purpose of the SRS can result in serious injury or light is to alert you to a If you see any of these indications, death if the airbags do not...

  • Page 43: Srs Service

    Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your SRS SRS Service Additional Safety Precautions Your Supplemental Restraint System Do not attempt to deactivate your is virtually maintenance-free, and airbags. Together, airbags and there are no parts you can safely seat belts provide the best service.

  • Page 44: Carbon Monoxide Hazard

    Main Menu Table of Contents 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 Carbon monoxide gas is toxic. problem with carbon monoxide interior and create a hazardous Breathing it can cause entering the car in normal driving if...

  • Page 45: Safety Labels

    Main Menu Table of Contents Safety Labels These labels are in the locations SUN VISOR shown. They warn you of potential 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.
  • Page 46 Main Menu Table of Contents Safety Labels EXPANSION TANK CAP Driver and Passenger Safety...
  • Page 47 Main Menu...
  • Page 48 Main Menu Instruments and Controls This section gives information about Component Locations ....Power Door Locks ...... the controls and displays that Control Locations ......Trunk ........... contribute to the daily operation of Indicator Lights ....... Emergency Trunk Opener ..your Acura.

  • Page 49: Component Locations

    Main Menu Table of Contents Component Locations Instruments and Controls...

  • Page 50: Control Locations

    Main Menu Control Locations 5 5 8 8 ) ) 6 6 0 0 ) ) 5 5 6 6 ) ) 5 5 9 9 ) ) 8 8 2 2 ) ) 1 1 3 3 5 5 ) ) 6 6 7 7 ) ) 8 8 8 8 ) ) 9 9 8 8...

  • Page 51: Indicator Lights

    Main Menu Indicator Lights 5 5 2 2 ) ) . . 5 5 1 1 ) ) 5 5 0 0 4 4 9 9 ) ) 5 5 1 1 4 4 9 9 ) ) 4 4 9 9 ) ) I I C C 2 2 5 5 8 8 ) ) 5 5 2 2 ) )
  • Page 52 Main Menu Indicator Lights The instrument panel has many Seat Belt Reminder Light Low Oil Pressure indicators to give you important Indicator information about your car. This indicator flashes for several The engine can be severely damaged seconds when you turn the ignition if this light flashes or stays on when ON (II).
  • Page 53 Main Menu Indicator Lights U.S. Canada U.S. Canada Supplemental Restraint System Indicator This indicator lights when you turn Parking Brake and Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) the ignition switch ON (II). If it comes on at any other time, it Brake System Indicator Indicator This light normally comes on when This light has two functions:...
  • Page 54 Main Menu Indicator Lights All the lights in the monitor display Door and Lamp Monitor Traction Control System come on for a few seconds when you (TCS) Indicator turn the ignition switch ON (II). This indicator has three functions: Electric Power Steering It comes on as a reminder that you (EPS) Indicator have turned off the Traction...
  • Page 55 Main Menu 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 blinks when you signal a lane change the ignition switch to ON (II) with Cruise Control Indicator...

  • Page 56: Gauges

    Main Menu Gauges Oil Pressure Gauge This shows the engine’s oil pressure in hundred kilopascal ( 100 kPa). This pressure varies with engine speed and temperature. If the oil pressure falls low enough to cause engine damage, the Low Oil Pressure Indicator comes on (see page Temperature Gauge...

  • Page 57: Voltmeter

    Main Menu Gauges The gauge stays at the same fuel level reading after you turn off the ignition. When you add fuel, the gauge slowly changes to the new reading after you turn the ignition switch back ON (II). Avoid driving with an extremely low f uel level.

  • Page 58: Steering Column Controls

    Main Menu Steering Column Controls Trip Meter This meter shows the number of 1 1 6 6 3 3 5 5 7 7 miles (U.S.) or kilometers (Canada) driven since you last reset it. To 6 6 0 0 reset it, push the trip meter reset button.

  • Page 59: Headlights

    Main Menu Steering Column Controls If you leave the lights on with the To flash the high beams, pull the Headlights ignition switch in ACCESSORY (I) turn signal lever back lightly, then or LOCK (0), you will hear a release it. The high beams will come reminder chime when you open the on and go off.

  • Page 60: Rear Window Defogger

    Main Menu Steering Column Controls Instrument Panel Brightness Rear Window Defogger The knob on the dashboard behind The rear window defogger will clear Make sure the rear window is clear the left pod controls the brightness fog, frost, and thin ice from the and you have good visibility before of the instrument panel lights.

  • Page 61: Turn Signals

    Main Menu Steering Column Controls To signal a lane change, push lightly Turn Signals Windshield Wipers 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. Signal a turn or lane change with this The lever on the right pod controls lever.

  • Page 62: Windshield Washers

    Main Menu Steering Column Controls Windshield Washers In intermittent, the wipers operate To operate the wipers in mist mode, To clean the windshield, pull back on every few seconds. You can vary push the control lever down. The the wiper control lever. The washers how often the wipers sweep the wipers run at high speed until you spray until you release the lever.

  • Page 63: Hazard Warning

    Main Menu Steering Column Controls Hazard Warning Cruise Control Master Switch 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. After you have adjusted the steering wheel, make sure you have securely locked it in place by moving it in and out and up and down.
  • Page 64 Main Menu Steering Column Controls Adjusting the steering wheel position while driving may cause you to lose control of the car and be seriously injured in a crash. Adjust the steering wheel only when the car is stopped. To adjust the steering wheel: middle.

  • Page 65: Keys And Locks

    Main Menu Keys and Locks Acura-approved key blanks. Keys 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. Protect the keys from direct sunlight, high temperature, and high humidity.
  • Page 66 Main Menu Keys and Locks If you attempt to use the learning If you need a new key made, take the Learning Key key to start your car’s engine, it may key number plate, the learning key, cause a malfunction in the system and all other keys that came with that makes your master and valet your car to your Acura dealer.

  • Page 67: Immobilizer System

    Main Menu Keys and Locks The system may not recognize your If the system repeatedly does not Immobilizer System The Immobilizer System protects key’s coding if another immobilizer recognize the coding of your key, your car from theft. A properly- key or other metal object is near the contact your Acura dealer.

  • Page 68: Ignition Switch

    Main Menu Keys and Locks As required by the FCC: This device complies with Industry Ignition Switch This device complies with Part 15 of the Canada Standard RSS-210. FCC rules. Operation is subject to the Operation is subject to the following two following two conditions: (1) This device conditions: may not cause harmful interference, and...
  • Page 69 Main Menu Keys and Locks You can insert or Use this position LOCK (0) START (III) remove the key only in this position. only to start the engine. The switch Removing the key from the To switch from ACCESSORY to returns to ON (II) when you let go of ignition switch while driving LOCK, you must push the key in...

  • Page 70: Power Door Locks

    Main Menu Keys and Locks Both doors will lock when you use Power Door Locks the key to lock either door from the outside. Unlocking the driver’s door with the key unlocks only that door. Unlocking the passenger’s door with the key unlocks both doors.

  • Page 71: Trunk

    Main Menu Keys and Locks Lockout Prevention Trunk 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 72: Emergency Trunk Opener

    Main Menu Keys and Locks Parents should decide if their Emergency Trunk Opener (U.S. models only) children should be shown how to use this feature. For more information about child safety, see page To protect items in the trunk when you need to give the key to someone As a safety feature, your car has a else:...

  • Page 73: Glove Box

    Main Menu Keys and Locks 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. The glove box light comes on only when the instrument panel lights are Open the glove box by squeezing the handle.

  • Page 74: Seat Adjustments

    Main Menu 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. The power seats in your car are adjusted with the two switches on You can adjust the power seats with...

  • Page 75: Power Windows

    Main Menu Power Windows Your car’s windows are electrically- The driver’s armrest has a master ’ ’ 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 76 Main Menu 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 To open the driver’s...

  • Page 77: Removable Roof Panel

    Main Menu Removable Roof Panel 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 78: Removing And Storing

    Main Menu Removable Roof Panel Removing and Storing Open both windows. Open the door. Locate the rear Stand just behind the driver’s door. window release handle on the rear Reach under the rear edge of the Turn off the engine and set the of the driver’s door opening, next window and raise it.
  • Page 79 Main Menu Removable Roof Panel Pull up the roof cover release lever Unsnap the hook end of the strap Put the hook around the edge of and raise the roof cover. from the rear window frame. the roof cover to hold it up. Instruments and Controls...
  • Page 80 Main Menu Removable Roof Panel Lift the roof straight up off the car. Lower the roof cover and push it To prevent anyone from getting to Since the roof must go in the down until it latches. Snap the the roof panel and the engine when holder backwards, it is hook on the window frame.

  • Page 81: Installing

    Main Menu Removable Roof Panel panel mechanism to jam or to not Remove the roof from the holder 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 82: Roof Unlatched Indicator

    Main Menu Removable Roof Panel Close the roof cover and snap the hook onto the window frame. Close the rear window. Roof Unlatched Indicator Set the roof in place on the car. Secure the roof by turning each Make sure all four corners are release lever until the lock tab sitting flush with the car body.

  • Page 83: Maintenance

    Main Menu Removable Roof Panel Maintenance The roof panel seals are designed to promote the flow of water off To reduce the possibility of leaks: Use the door pull to open and the roof. Spraying high pressure Dust is the main cause of creaks or close the door.

  • Page 84: Mirrors

    Main Menu Removable Roof Panel, Mirrors Mirrors Adjusting the Power Mirrors 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 85: Digital Clock

    Main Menu Mirrors, Digital Clock Digital Clock 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. see the time with the ignition off, Turn the ignition switch ON (II) to press and hold the DISPLAY button.

  • Page 86: Parking Brake

    Main Menu Digital Clock, Parking Brake Press and hold the MIN. button Parking Brake until the numbers advance to the Driving the car with the parking brake desired time. applied can damage the rear brakes and axles. You can use the RESET button to quickly set the time to the nearest hour.

  • Page 87: Console Compartment

    Main Menu Console Compartment, Coin Holder, Beverage Holder Console Compartment Coin Holder Beverage Holder To open the console compartment, The coin holder is located in the The beverage holder is located in the lift the tab on the left edge. front half of the console rear half of the console compartment compartment lid.

  • Page 88: Cigarette Lighter

    Main Menu Cigarette Lighter, Ashtray Be careful when you are using the Cigarette Lighter Ashtray 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 89: Interior Lights

    Main Menu Interior Lights, Courtesy Lights Interior Lights Courtesy Lights Use the ashtray only f or cigarettes, cigars, and other smoking materials. To prevent a possible f ire and damage to your car, don’t put paper or other things that can burn in the ashtray. The interior light is located in the When you open the driver’s door, the center of the headliner.
  • Page 90 Main Menu Comfort and Convenience Features Climate Control System ....Fully-automatic Operation ..Semi-automatic Operation ..Air Conditioning Switch ..Mode Button ......Recirculated and Fresh Air . Fan Speed ........ Temperature Sensors ....Audio System ........Operating the Radio ....

  • Page 91: Comfort And Convenience Features

    Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control System The automatic climate control 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. The direction of air flow from the vents in the center of the dashboard and in each armrest is adjustable.

  • Page 92: 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 these vents clear of leaves and other debris. For the climate control system to provide heating and cooling, the engine must be running.
  • Page 93 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 94: Semi-Automatic Operation

    Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control System Semi-automatic 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 95: 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 96 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 97 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 98 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 99: 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 100: Temperature Sensors

    Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control System Temperature Sensors 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. Comfort and Convenience Features...

  • Page 101: 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 noise reduction to give excellent sound reproduction on tapes that were recorded using that feature. The system can also sense when a metal or chromium-dioxide (CrO ) tape is being played, and adjusts...

  • Page 102: 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 103: 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 104 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System The easiest way to find your favorite stations is to set their frequencies into the eight preset buttons. To do this, tune to the desired station as described previously. Press one of the preset buttons (1 8) and hold it until you hear a beep.
  • Page 105 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System The A. SELECT function allows you 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 stations on each band, and stores them in the eight preset buttons.

  • Page 106: 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 to pop out. The outside ring changes the bass level, and the inner knob changes the treble level.

  • Page 107: Radio Frequencies

    Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Stations must use these exact Audio System Lighting go off and the sound will fade You can use the instrument panel frequencies. It is fairly common for completely as you get out of range of brightness control dial to adjust the il- stations to round-off the frequency in the station’s signal.
  • Page 108 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 109: 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 110 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. If you play a metal or chromium- dioxide (CrO ) tape, the system automatically senses it.
  • Page 111 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 system or the ignition switch. Comfort and Convenience Features...

  • Page 112: 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 113 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 period in the program (such as the end of a song), it rewinds the tape to the previous silent period.
  • Page 114 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 rewind. When it senses a silent period on the tape, the system stops rewinding and goes back to PLAY.
  • Page 115 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. The light in the SKIP button flashes during fast forward.
  • Page 116 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. It stays in PLAY for eight seconds so you can listen to that passage and decide if you want to hear it all.

  • Page 117: Caring For The Cassette Player

    Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System The REPLAY, SKIP and SCAN After 50 hours of use, the CLEAN Caring for the Cassette Player 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 118 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 119: 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 several hours of continuous program- ming. You operate the CD changer with the same controls used for the radio and cassette player.
  • Page 120 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 AM/FM button.
  • Page 121 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 forward or the button to move backward.
  • Page 122 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 you cancel REPEAT by pressing the button again.
  • Page 123 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 track after ten seconds and begins to play that.
  • Page 124 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 plays tracks randomly rather than sequentially.
  • Page 125 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Protecting Compact Discs A new CD may be rough on the Handle a CD by its edges; never When a CD is not being played, store touch either surface. Do not place it in its case to protect it from dust inner and outer edges.

  • Page 126: Cd Error Indications

    Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System CD Error Indications Indication Cause Solution If you see an error indication in the display while operating the CD changer, find the cause in the chart Disc-changer Consult your Acura dealer. to the right. If you cannot clear the malfunction.

  • Page 127: Security System

    Main Menu Table of Contents Security System The security system sets automati- The security system does not set if cally fifteen seconds after you lock the hood, rear window, trunk, roof the doors, hood, rear window, roof panel or either door is not latched panel and trunk.

  • Page 128: 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) Improper use of the cruise without keeping your foot on the control can lead to a crash. accelerator pedal.
  • Page 129 Main Menu Table of Contents Cruise Control 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). button. The CRUISE CONTROL light on the instrument panel You can decrease the set cruising comes on.
  • Page 130 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 131 Main Menu...

  • Page 132: 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 133: Break-In Period

    Main Menu Table of Contents Break-in Period, Gasoline In Canada, some gasolines contain Break-in Period Gasoline Help assure your car’s future Your NSX is designed to operate on an octane-enhancing additive called reliability and performance by paying premium unleaded gasoline with a MMT.

  • Page 134: Service Station Procedures

    Main Menu Table of Contents 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 135: Opening The Engine Compartment

    Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedures Stop filling the tank after the fuel Opening the Engine nozzle automatically clicks off. Do Compartment not try to ‘‘top off’’ the tank, leave some room for the fuel to expand with temperature changes. Your car has an on-board refueling vapor recovery system to help keep fuel vapors from going into...

  • Page 136: Oil Check

    Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedures Oil Check Lift the engine cover. To Close the Rear Window: Check the engine oil level every time Snap the support rod back into the you fill the car with fuel. Wait a few Pull the support rod out of its clip clip and lower the engine cover.
  • Page 137 Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedures Wipe the dipstick with a clean Insert it all the way back in its tube. Remove the dipstick again and cloth or paper towel. check the level. It should be between the upper and lower marks.

  • Page 138: Engine Coolant Check

    Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedures Refer to Engine Coolant Check Owner Maintenance Checking the Front Compartment Checks on page for information on checking other items in your Acura. Look at the coolant level in the Shift to Park or Neutral and set expansion tank.
  • Page 139 Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedures If you can open the hood without lifting the hood latch handle, or the hood latch handle moves stiffly or does not spring back as before, the mechanism should be cleaned and lubricated (see page Pull the support rod out of its clip Standing in front of the car, put...
  • Page 140 Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedures Refer to Owner Maintenance Checks on page for information on checking other items in your Acura. Snap the support rod back into its Lower the hood about halfway holding clip. down and let the hood drop. After closing the hood, make sure it is securely latched.

  • Page 141: Fuel Economy

    Main Menu Table of Contents Fuel Economy The condition of your car and your combine several short trips into one. Driving Habits driving habits are the two most You can improve fuel economy by important things that affect the fuel driving moderately.

  • Page 142: Accessories And Modifications

    Main Menu Table of Contents Accessories and Modifications Modifying your car, or installing However, if electronic accessories some non-Acura accessories, can are improperly installed, or exceed Improper accessories or make your car unsafe. Before you your car’s electrical system capacity, modifications can affect your make any modifications or add any they can interfere with the operation...
  • Page 143 Main Menu Table of Contents Accessories and Modifications In addition, any modifications that Modifications Additional Safety Precaution Do not remove any original decrease ground clearance increase Do not attach or place objects on the equipment or modify your car in any the chance of undercarriage parts airbag covers.

  • Page 144: Carrying Cargo

    Main Menu Table of Contents Carrying Cargo Your car has several convenient storage areas so you can stow cargo safely. The glove box, and the console compartment are designed for small, lightweight items. The trunk is intended for larger, heavier items. However, carrying too much cargo, or improperly storing it, can affect your car’s handling, stability, and...
  • Page 145 Main Menu Table of Contents Carrying Cargo Load Limit Carrying Items in the Passenger The maximum load for your car is Compartment Overloading or improper 400 lbs (185 kg). Store or secure all items that could loading can affect handling and be thrown around and hurt stability and cause a crash in This figure includes the total weight...
  • Page 146 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 147: 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 this design, your car has a minimum over a pothole or road debris at of ground clearance and very low-...

  • Page 148: 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 149: Preparing To Drive

    Table of Contents Main Menu 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 car.

  • Page 150: Starting The Engine

    Table of Contents Main Menu Starting the Engine Apply the parking brake. If the engine does not start within meters) adds to the problem. 15 seconds, or starts but stalls In cold weather, turn off all right away, repeat step 4 with the Use the following procedure: electrical accessories to reduce accelerator pedal pressed half-way...
  • Page 151 Table of Contents Main Menu 6-speed Manual Transmission Come to a full stop before you shift into Reverse. You can damage the Rapid slowing or speeding-up transmission by trying to shift into can cause loss of control on Reverse with the car moving. Push slippery surfaces.
  • Page 152 Table of Contents Main Menu 6-speed Manual Transmission Recommended Shift Points Engine Speed Limiter Drive in the highest gear that lets If you exceed the maximum speed the engine run and accelerate for the gear you are in, the engine smoothly.
  • Page 153 Table of Contents Main Menu 6-speed Manual Transmission If you are still unable to shift to Reverse Lockout The 6-speed manual transmission Reverse, apply the parking brake has an electric lockout so you cannot and turn the ignition key to accidentally shift from Fifth to ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0).
  • Page 154 Table of Contents Main Menu Automatic Transmission Your Acura’s transmission has four This display is in the tachometer. It Shift Lever Position Indicator forward speeds, and is electronically shows you the position of the controlled for smoother shifting. It console shift lever. The illuminated also has a ‘‘lock-up’’...
  • Page 155 Table of Contents Main Menu Automatic Transmission Shift Lever Positions To shift from: Do this: P to R Press the brake pedal and push the release button. R to P N to R Push the release button. 3/M to 2 2 to 1 1 to 2 2 to 3/M...
  • Page 156 Table of Contents Main Menu Automatic Transmission If you have done all of the above and Use this position for Neutral (N) Use Neutral if you Drive (D) still cannot move the lever out of need to restart a stalled engine, or if your normal driving.
  • Page 157 Table of Contents Main Menu Automatic Transmission If you move the console shift lever If you try to manually downshift at a SportShift (3/M) With the 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 exceed the redline in the lower gear,...
  • Page 158 Table of Contents Main Menu Automatic Transmission To shift to Second, To shift from Second to Second (2) First (1) Engine Speed Limiter press the release button on the side First, press the release button on the If you exceed the maximum speed of the shift lever.
  • Page 159 Table of Contents Main Menu Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Release This allows you to move the shift lever out of Park if the normal method of pushing on the brake pedal and pressing the release button does not work. Set the Parking brake. Remove the key from the ignition switch.
  • Page 160 Table of Contents Main Menu Parking Always use the parking brake when If the car is facing uphill, turn the Parking Tips 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 161: The Braking System

    Table of Contents Main Menu The Braking System Your Acura is equipped with disc Constant application of the brakes Brake Wear Indicators brakes at all four wheels. A power when going down a long hill builds All four brakes have audible brake assist helps reduce the effort needed up heat and reduces their effective- wear indicators.
  • Page 162 Table of Contents Main Menu The Braking System When the front tires skid, you lose Brake System Design Anti-lock Brakes The hydraulic system that operates Your car has an Anti-lock Brake steering control; the car continues the brakes has two separate circuits. System (ABS) as standard straight ahead even though you turn Each circuit works diagonally across...
  • Page 163 Table of Contents Main Menu The Braking System You should never pump the Important Safety Reminders A car with ABS may require a brake pedal; this defeats the ABS does not reduce the time or longer distance to stop on loose or purpose of the ABS.
  • Page 164 Table of Contents Main Menu 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 ). This means the anti-lock function of the braking system has shut down.

  • Page 165: Traction Control System

    Table of Contents Main Menu Traction Control System Your Acura is equipped with a You should still install winter tires on Traction Control System (TCS). TCS your car during the winter. Exercise assists you in maintaining traction the same caution in winter driving as while accelerating on slippery you would if your car was not surfaces.
  • Page 166 Table of Contents Main Menu Traction Control System The Traction Control System turns If the TCS indicator comes on while TCS ON/OFF Switch on every time you start the engine, driving, pull to the side of the road even if you turned it off the last time when it is safe and turn off the you drove the car.

  • Page 167: Driving In Bad Weather

    Table of Contents Main Menu Driving in Bad Weather Being able to see Driving Technique Always drive Visibility slower than you would in dry clearly in all directions and being weather. It takes your car longer to visible to other drivers are important react, even in conditions that may in all weather conditions.
  • Page 168 Table of Contents Main Menu Driving in Bad Weather, Towing a Trailer Check your tires Traction 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’’...
  • Page 169 Main Menu...
  • Page 170 Main Menu Maintenance This section explains why it is Maintenance Safety ...... Hood Latch ........important to keep your car well Important Safety Precautions . Spark Plugs ........maintained and how to follow basic Maintenance Schedule ....Replacement ......maintenance safety precautions. Required Maintenance Record .

  • Page 171: Maintenance Safety

    Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Safety Regularly maintaining your car is the This section includes instructions for Some of the most important safety best way to protect your investment. simple maintenance tasks, such as precautions are given here. However, Proper maintenance is essential to checking and adding oil.

  • Page 172: Important Safety Precautions

    Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Safety Read the instructions before you Important Safety Precautions Before you begin any maintenance, begin, and make sure you have the make sure your car is parked on tools and skills required. level ground and that the parking brake is set.

  • Page 173: Maintenance Schedule

    Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Schedule The Maintenance Schedule specifies The services and time or distance Which Schedule to Follow: 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 174 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Schedule 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.
  • Page 175 Main Menu Table of Contents Service at the indicated miles x 1,000 U.S. Owners distance or time whichever km x 1,000 Follow the Normal Conditions comes first. months Maintenance Schedule if the Replace engine oil Replace every 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or 1 year severe driving conditions Replace engine oil filter specified in the Severe...
  • Page 176 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. U.S. Owners Refer to page to determine which schedule to use. Canadian Owners Use the Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions.
  • Page 177 Main Menu Table of Contents Service at the indicated miles x 1,000 U.S. Owners distance or time whichever km x 1,000 Follow the Severe Conditions comes first. months Maintenance Schedule if you Replace engine oil and oil filter Replace every 3,750 miles (6,000 km) or 6 months drive your vehicle MAINLY Check engine oil and coolant...
  • Page 178 Main Menu Table of Contents Service at the indicated distance or time, whichever comes first. Do the items in A, B, C, D as required for each distance/time. U.S. Owners Refer to page to determine which schedule to use. Canadian Owners Use the Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions.
  • Page 179 Main Menu Table of Contents 63,750 mi/102,000 km Do items in A. See timing belt on page to determine need for replacement. 67,500 mi/108,000 km Do items in A, B. See information on maintenance and emissions warranty, last 71,250 mi/114,000 km Do items in A.

  • Page 180: Required Maintenance Record

    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 ) or severe conditions (page ). Keep the receipts for all work done on your vehicle. 3,750 mi Signature or dealer stamp mi/km...
  • Page 181 Main Menu Table of Contents Required 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 182: 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 wear and foreign objects.

  • Page 183: Fluid Locations

    Main Menu Table of Contents Fluid Locations Maintenance...

  • Page 184: Engine Oil

    American Petroleum Institute’s latest requirements. It is highly recommended that you use Honda Motor Oil in your vehicle for as long as you own it. To add oil, unscrew and remove the engine oil fill cap on top of the left valve cover.

  • Page 185: Synthetic Oil

    Main Menu Table of Contents Engine Oil The numbers on the container’s label Synthetic Oil Additives tell you the oil’s viscosity or weight. You may use a synthetic motor oil if Your Acura does not need any oil Select the oil for your car according it meets the same requirements additives.

  • Page 186: Changing The Oil And Filter

    Main Menu Table of Contents Engine Oil Changing the Oil and Filter Always change the oil and filter according to the time and distance (miles/kilometers) recommenda- tions in the maintenance schedule. The oil and filter collect contami- nants that can damage your engine if they are not removed regularly.
  • Page 187 Main Menu Table of Contents Engine Oil Put a new washer on the drain bolt, Turn off the engine, let it sit for then reinstall the drain bolt. several minutes, then check the oil Improper disposal of engine oil can be Tighten it to: level.

  • Page 188: Cooling System

    Main Menu Table of Contents Cooling System Always use Honda All Season Adding Engine Coolant Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2. This Removing the expansion tank coolant is pre-mixed with 50 percent cap while the engine is hot can antifreeze and 50 percent water. It...
  • Page 189 Main Menu Table of Contents Cooling System 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. They may not be compatible with the coolant or engine components.

  • Page 190: Replacing Engine Coolant

    Only use Honda All Season Antifreeze/ Coolant Type 2. Use of any non- Honda coolant or plain water can result in corrosion and deposits in the cooling system. To replace the coolant: Open the hood, the rear window, and engine cover.
  • Page 191 Main Menu Table of Contents Cooling System Start the engine. Turn the heater Remove the drain plug from the Loosen the bleeder plug on top of temperature control dial to bottom of the radiator. the radiator. maximum heat and turn off the engine.
  • Page 192 Main Menu Table of Contents Cooling System Loosen the drain plugs on the engine. When the coolant stops draining, tighten the engine drain plugs, reinstall the plugs in the coolant pipes, and reinstall the radiator drain plug. Remove the drain plugs from the coolant pipes under the car.
  • Page 193 Main Menu Table of Contents Cooling System Remove the bleeder cap from the Loosen the bleeder bolt on top of Loosen the bleeder bolt near the top of the heater inlet. the engine. expansion tank. Maintenance...
  • Page 194 Main Menu Table of Contents Cooling System Pour Honda All Season Turn off the engine. Check the Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2 into expansion tank and, if needed, add the expansion tank. This coolant is coolant to bring it up to the MAX a mixture of 50 percent antifreeze line.

  • Page 195: Windshield Washers

    Main Menu Table of Contents Windshield Washers Read the fluid level on the tube. If 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 196: Transmission Fluid

    However, continued use can affect shift quality. Have the transmission flushed and refilled with Honda ATF-Z1 as soon as it is convenient. Check the fluid level with the engine Insert the dipstick into the To thoroughly flush the at normal operating temperature.

  • Page 197: 6-Speed Manual Transmission

    Main Menu Table of Contents Transmission Fluid Insert the dipstick all the way back If Honda MTF is not available, you 6-speed Manual Transmission in the transmission. may use an API service SG, SH or SJ grade motor oil with a viscosity of...

  • Page 198: Brake And Clutch Fluid

    Clutch fluid reservoir container, as a temporary (manual transmission only) replacement. However, the use of any non-Honda brake fluid can cause The brake fluid should be replaced corrosion and decrease the life of the according to the time recommenda- system. Have the brake system tion in the maintenance schedule.

  • Page 199: Clutch System

    Main Menu Table of Contents Brake and Clutch Fluid Clutch System The fluid level 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 200: Air Cleaner Element

    Main Menu Table of Contents Air Cleaner Element The air cleaner element should be Replacement cleaned or replaced according to the time and distance recommendations in the maintenance schedule. Cleaning (Severe Conditions) Clean the air cleaner element by blowing compressed air through it in the opposite direction to normal air flow.

  • Page 201: Fuel Filter

    Main Menu Table of Contents Air Cleaner Element, Fuel Filter Install the new air cleaner element, Fuel Filter 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 202: Hood Latch

    Main Menu Table of Contents Hood Latch, Spark Plugs Hood Latch Spark Plugs Replacement The spark plugs in your car are a special platinum-tipped design for longer life. They only need to be replaced every 7 years or 105,000 miles (168,000 km), whichever comes first.
  • Page 203 Main Menu Table of Contents Spark Plugs Disconnect the three ignition coils Remove the spark plug with Put the new spark plug into the from the wire harness by squeez- a five-eighths inch (16 mm) spark socket, then screw it into the hole. ing the harness end of each con- plug socket.

  • Page 204: Specifications

    Main Menu Table of Contents Spark Plugs Specifications: NGK: PFR6L-11 Tighten the spark plugs caref ully. A DENSO: PK20PR-L11 spark plug that is too loose can overheat and damage the engine. Spark Plug Gap: Overtightening can cause damage to 0.04 in (1.1 mm) 0.1 mm the threads in the cylinder head.

  • Page 205: Battery

    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 206 Main Menu Table of Contents Battery If you need to connect the battery to a charger, disconnect both cables to The battery gives off explosive prevent damage to the car’s hydrogen gas during normal electrical system. operation. A spark or flame can cause the battery to explode with enough force to kill or seriously hurt you.
  • Page 207 Main Menu Table of Contents Battery If you need to charge the battery after storing the car, make sure you Charging the battery with the cables do it outside the car. Do not connect connected can seriously damage your a battery charger to the jump start car’s electronic controls.

  • Page 208: 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 if they leave streaks and unwiped areas when used.
  • Page 209 Main Menu Table of Contents Wiper Blades Slide the new wiper blade into the 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 210: 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 211: Drive Belts

    Main Menu Table of Contents Drive Belts, Timing Belt The belts should have the following Drive Belts Timing Belt ‘‘play’’ or deflection. The timing belt should normally be replaced at the intervals shown in Alternator belt: the maintenance schedule. 0.4 0.53 in (11 13.5 mm) Compressor belt: Replace this belt at 60,000 miles (U.S.) or 100,000 km (Canada) if you...

  • Page 212: Tires

    Main Menu Table of Contents Tires To safely operate your car, your tires Inflation must be the proper type and size, in Keeping the tires properly inflated Using tires that are excessively good condition with adequate tread, provides the best combination of worn or improperly inflated can and correctly inflated.
  • Page 213 Main Menu Table of Contents Tires Use a gauge to measure the air Front: If you check the pressure when the pressure at least once a month. Even tires are hot (the car has been driven Tire Size Cold Tire Pressure tires that are in good condition may several miles), you will see readings for Normal Driving...

  • Page 214: Inspection

    Main Menu Table of Contents Tires Tubeless tires have some ability to Inspection 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 215: Maintenance

    Main Menu Table of Contents Tires Make sure the installer balances the Maintenance Tire Rotation In addition to proper inflation, wheels when you have new tires You should not rotate your NSX’s correct wheel alignment helps to installed. This increases riding tires.

  • Page 216: Replacing Tires And Wheels

    Main Menu Table of Contents Tires The tire mileage you can expect Replacing Tires and Wheels from your NSX is the same as The tires that came with your car Installing improper tires on your comparable mid-and rear-engined were selected to match the perform- car can affect handling and sports cars, and it will vary greatly ance capabilities of the car while...

  • Page 217: Wheels And Tires

    Main Menu Table of Contents Tires The ABS works by comparing the Wheels and Tires Winter Driving speed of the wheels. When replacing Wheels: Tires that are marked ‘‘M S’’ or tires, use the same size originally Front: ‘‘All Season’’ on the sidewall have an supplied with the car.

  • Page 218: Snow Tires

    Main Menu Table of Contents Tires Snow Tires Tire Chains If you mount snow tires on your Because your Acura has limited tire Cables that are the wrong size or Acura, make sure they are radial clearance, mount only SAE Class ‘‘S’’ improperly installed can damage your tires of the same size and load range cable-type traction devices on the...

  • Page 219: Lights

    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 220 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Check the following: Headlights (low and high beam) Parking lights Taillights Brake lights 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 221: Replacing Bulbs

    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 222 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 223 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Remove the bulb by pushing it in Insert the socket back into the Replacing a Front Turn Signal Bulb slightly and turning it counter- headlight assembly. Turn it clockwise. clockwise to lock it in place. Install the new bulb into the Test the lights to make sure the socket.
  • Page 224 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Pull the bulb straight out of its Replacing Side Marker Bulbs socket. Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it bottoms. Put the socket back into its hole in the lens and turn it clockwise until it locks.
  • Page 225 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights If the turn signal light bulb, back- Replacing Rear Bulbs 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 226 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Install the new bulb in the socket. Replacing a Rear License Plate Bulb 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 227 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Replacing Bulbs in the Interior 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. Remove the lens by carefully Remove the bulb by pulling it prying on the edge with your straight out of its metal tabs.
  • Page 228 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Maintenance...

  • Page 229: Storing Your Car

    Main Menu Table of Contents Storing Your Car If you need to park your car for an Block the rear wheels. Cover the car with a ‘‘breathable’’ extended period (more than one cover, one made from a porous month), there are several things you If the car is to be stored for a material such as cotton.

  • Page 230: Appearance Care

    Main Menu Appearance Care Regular cleaning and polishing of Exterior Care ......... your Acura helps to keep it ‘‘new’’ Washing ........looking. This section gives you hints Power Antenna Cleaning ..on how to clean your car and Waxing ........preserve its appearance: the paint, Aluminum Wheels ....

  • Page 231: Exterior Care

    Main Menu Table of Contents Exterior Care Check the body for road tar, tree sap, etc. Remove these stains with Although the exterior panels on your Chemical solvents and strong cleaners tar remover or turpentine. Rinse it NSX are made of hardened aluminum, can damage the paint, metal, and off immediately so it does not they may dent more easily than steel...
  • Page 232 Main Menu Table of Contents Exterior Care Polishes Polishes and cleaner/ Power Antenna Cleaning Waxing Twice a year, clean the antenna mast Always wash and dry the whole car waxes can restore the shine to paint with a dry cloth and mild detergent. before waxing it.
  • Page 233 Main Menu Table of Contents Exterior Care, Interior Care Aluminum Wheels Paint Touch-up Carpeting Clean your Acura’s aluminum alloy Your dealer has touch-up paint to Vacuum the carpeting frequently to wheels as you do the rest of the match your car’s color. The color remove dirt.

  • Page 234: Interior Care

    Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Care If you remove the floor mat, make Floor Mats Fabric sure to re-anchor it when you put it Vacuum dirt and dust out of the back in your car. material frequently. For general cleaning, use a solution of mild soap If you replace it, use a genuine Acura and lukewarm water, letting it air dry.
  • Page 235 Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Care wires. When cleaning the rear window, Vinyl Seat Belts use gentle pressure and wipe side-to- Remove dirt and dust with a vacuum If your seat belts get dirty, you can side. cleaner. Wipe the vinyl with a soft use a soft brush with a mixture of cloth dampened in a solution of mild mild soap and warm water to clean...

  • Page 236: Corrosion Protection

    Main Menu Table of Contents Corrosion Protection Many corrosion-preventive measures Use a high-pressure spray to clean Corrosion Protection Two factors normally contribute to are built into your Acura. You can the underside of your car. This is causing corrosion in your car: help keep your car from corroding especially important in areas that by performing some simple periodic...

  • Page 237: Body Repairs

    Main Menu Table of Contents Body Repairs Make sure the repair facility uses Inspect areas of the body that have Body Repairs The entire body and undercarriage genuine Acura replacement body been repaired rather than replaced. of your NSX is made of aluminum. parts.

  • Page 238: 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 239: Changing A Flat Tire

    Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire If you have a flat tire while driving, stop in a safe place to change it. Stopping in traffic or on the shoulder of a busy road is dangerous. 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 240 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire 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. Open the trunk (see page ).
  • Page 241 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire 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. the tire you need to change. It is end into the socket.
  • Page 242 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire Garage-type f loor 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 243 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire Before you put on the folding 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 244 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire Do not climb into the car when it is on the jack. You could cause the car 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 245 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire After about five minutes, unscrew When finished, reach in and turn Screw the valve cap on the valve the air pump hose and check the the ignition switch to LOCK (0). tightly with your hands.
  • Page 246 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire Lower the car to the ground and Tighten the wheel nuts securely in Put the flat tire in the supplied remove the jack. the same crisscross pattern. Have vinyl bag. This bag is stored in the wheel nut torque checked at the glove box.
  • Page 247 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 and Wheels on page tire to its compartment, you must let for tire replacement.
  • Page 248 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. Unscrew and remove the folding Remove the rubber cover on top of spare tire valve cap. the valve cap.
  • Page 249 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire As the tire deflates, it will fold Put the rubber cap back on the Remove the folding spare tire and back to its original shape. When valve cap. Screw the valve cap install the original tire and wheel the air stops coming out of the tire, back on the folding spare tire...
  • Page 250 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 251 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire This tire gives a harsher ride and The wheel of the spare tire is less traction on some road sur- designed especially to fit your car. faces than the regular tire. Use Do not use your spare tire on greater caution while driving on another car unless it is the same...

  • Page 252: If Your Engine Won't Start

    Main Menu Table of Contents If Your Engine Won’t Start Diagnosing why your engine won’t Turn the ignition switch to ON (II). Nothing Happens or the Starter 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 253 Main Menu Table of Contents If Your Engine Won’t Start If the headlights dim noticeably or There may be an electrical The Starter Operates Normally 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 254: Jump Starting

    Main Menu Table of Contents Jump Starting If your car’s battery has run down, To jump start your car, follow these you may be able to start the engine directions closely: A battery can explode if you do by using a booster battery. Although not follow the correct procedure, this seems like a simple procedure, Open the hood and check the...
  • Page 255 Main Menu Table of Contents Jump Starting Open the rear window and engine Connect one jumper cable to the Connect the second jumper cable JUMP START terminal in the fuse to the negative ( ) terminal on cover. Locate the engine compartment fuse box on the box.
  • Page 256 Main Menu Table of Contents Jump Starting Once your car is running, discon- nect the negative cable from your car, then from the booster battery. Disconnect the positive cable from your car, then the booster battery. Keep the ends of the jumper cables away from each other and any metal on the car until all are disconnected.

  • Page 257: If Your Engine Overheats

    Main Menu Table of Contents If Your Engine Overheats If you do not see steam or spray, The pointer of your car’s tempera- ture gauge should stay in the mid- leave the engine running and Steam and spray from an range under most conditions.
  • Page 258 Main Menu Table of Contents If Your Engine Overheats Look for any obvious coolant leaks, If you don’t find an obvious leak, Start the engine and set the such as a split radiator hose. check the coolant level in the climate control to FULL AUTO at Everything is still extremely hot, expansion tank (see page...

  • Page 259: Low Oil Pressure Indicator

    Main Menu Table of Contents Low Oil Pressure Indicator Start the engine and watch the oil pressure indicator. If the light Running the engine with low oil does not go out within ten seconds, pressure can cause serious mechanical turn off the engine. There is a damage almost immediately.

  • Page 260: Charging System Indicator

    Main Menu Table of Contents Charging System Indicator Immediately turn off all electrical By eliminating as much of the 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 to keep the engine running.

  • Page 261: Malfunction Indicator Lamp

    Main Menu Table of Contents Malfunction Indicator Lamp If you have recently refueled your car, the cause of this indicator If you keep driving with the coming on could be a loose or malf unction indicator lamp on, you can missing fuel fill cap.
  • Page 262 Main Menu Table of Contents Malfunction Indicator Lamp If possible, do not take your car for a Readiness Codes Your car has certain ‘‘readiness state emissions test until the codes’’ that are part of the on-board readiness codes are set. Refer to diagnostics for the emissions State Emissions Testing for more systems.

  • Page 263: Brake System Indicator

    Main Menu Table of Contents Brake System Indicator If it comes on at any other time, it Slow down by shifting to a lower 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 264 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses All the electrical circuits in your car have fuses to protect them from a short circuit or overload. These fuses are located in three fuse boxes. Taking Care of the Unexpected...
  • Page 265 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses 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. ment on the passenger’s side.
  • Page 266 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses Checking and Replacing Fuses If something electrical in your car stops working, the first thing you should check for is a blown fuse. Determine from the chart on pages , or the diagram on the fuse box lid, which fuse or fuses control that component.
  • Page 267 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses If you cannot drive the car without fixing the problem, and you do not Replacing a f use with one that has a have a spare fuse, take a fuse of the higher rating greatly increases the same rating or a lower rating from chances of damaging the electrical one of the other circuits.
  • Page 268 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses Amps. Circuits Protected Amps. Circuits Protected 20 A Driver’s Power Window 15 A Small Lights 20 A Passenger’s Power Window 10 A O Sensor Heater 20 A Speaker Amplifier 7.5 A Digital Clock Interior Light 20 A Left Headlight Low 15 A...
  • Page 269 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses ENGINE COMPARTMENT FUSE BOX INTERIOR FUSE BOX No. Amps. Circuits Protected 10 A Engine Room Fan 10 A HAC Clutch 20 A Passenger’s Power Seat Reclining 20 A Driver’s Power Seat Reclining Spare Fuse 20 A Passenger’s Power Seat Slide...
  • Page 270 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 ‘‘Rocking’’ your car 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 271: Emergency Towing

    Main Menu Table of Contents Emergency Towing If your car needs to be towed, call a The operator The tow Flat-bed Equipment Sling-type Equipment professional towing service or, if you loads your car on the back of a truck. truck uses metal cables with hooks belong to one, an organization that This is the only way your NSX on the ends.

  • Page 272: Technical Information

    Main Menu Technical Information The diagrams in this section give Identification Numbers ....Oxygenated Fuels ......you the dimensions and capacities of Specifications ........ Driving in Foreign Countries ..your Acura, and the locations of the DOT Tire Quality Grading ..

  • Page 273: Identification Numbers

    Main Menu Table of Contents Identification Numbers Your car has several identifying numbers located in various places. 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.
  • Page 274 Main Menu Table of Contents Identification Numbers The Engine Number is stamped on 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. Technical Information...
  • Page 275 Main Menu Table of Contents Specifications Dimensions Capacities Length 174.2 in (4,425 mm) Fuel tank 18.5 US gal (70 , 15.4 Imp gal) 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 , 2.64 Imp gal) Track...
  • Page 276 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 277 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 278 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 279: 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 280: Driving In Foreign Countries

    Main Menu 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 281: Emissions Controls

    Main Menu Table of Contents Emissions Controls The burning of gasoline in your car’s The Clean Air Act the crankcase back to the intake engine produces several byproducts. The United States Clean Air Act manifold. They are then drawn into Some of these are carbon monoxide sets standards for automobile the engine and burned.
  • Page 282 Main Menu Table of Contents Emissions Controls Exhaust Emissions Controls Ignition Timing Control System (N ), and water vapor. The exhaust emissions controls This system constantly adjusts the include four systems: PGM-FI, ignition timing, reducing the amount Replacement Parts Ignition Timing Control, Exhaust of HC, CO and NOx produced.

  • Page 283: Three Way Catalytic Converter

    Main Menu Table of Contents Three Way Catalytic Converter The three way catalytic converter Keep the engine tuned-up. contains precious metals that serve as catalysts, promoting chemical Have your car diagnosed and reactions to convert the exhaust repaired if it is misfiring, back- gasses without affecting the metals.

  • Page 284: State Emissions Testing

    Main Menu Table of Contents State Emissions Testing If the testing facility determines that Without touching the accelerator Testing of Readiness Codes 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 285 Main Menu Table of Contents State Emissions Testing Select a nearby lightly traveled Then drive in city/suburban major highway where you can traffic for at least 10 minutes. maintain a speed of 50 to 60 mph When traffic conditions allow, let (80 to 97 km/h) for at least 20 the vehicle coast for several minutes.

  • Page 286: Warranty And Customer Relations

    Main Menu Warranty and Customer Relations Customer Relations Information ........ Warranty Coverages ....Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Vehicles) ......Authorized Manuals ..... Warranty and Customer Relations...
  • Page 287 Customer Relations Office. Toronto, ON car to you M1B 2K8 U.S. Owners: Acura Automobile Division Tel:1-888-9-ACURA-9 Client Services Office Fax:Toll-free 1-877-939-0909 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. Toronto (416) 287-4776 1919 Torrance Blvd. Torrance, CA 90501-2746 Tel: (800) 382-2238 Warranty and Customer Relations...

  • Page 288: Warranty Coverages

    Main Menu 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 provides prorated Warranty warranties: covered for the useful life of the coverage for a replacement battery vehicle.
  • Page 289 However, NHTSA cannot become 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 290: Authorized Manuals (U.s. Only)

    Main Menu Table of Contents Authorized Manuals 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 ORDER TOLL FREE: 1-800-782-4356 Incorporated, either by filling out the attached form or, (NOTE: For Credit Card Holder Orders Only)

  • Page 291: Authorized Manuals

    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 292 Main Menu Index Ashtray ..........Brakes ..........Audio System ........Anti-lock System (ABS) ... Accessories Automatic Car Washes ....Break-in, New Linings ..... Installation ......... Automatic Climate Control Bulb Replacement ....ACCESSORY (Ignition Key System .......... Fluid ........... Position) ........Automatic Speed Control .....
  • Page 293 Main Menu Index Cleaning ......... Crankcase Emission Control Aluminum Wheels ....System ........Capacities Chart ......Antenna ........Cruise Control Operation .... Carbon Monoxide Hazard ..... Exterior ........Customer Relations Cargo, Carrying ......Interior ........Information ........ Cassette Player Leather ........
  • Page 294 Main Menu Index Monitor Light ......Engine Power Door Locks ...... Belts ..........DOT Tire Quality Grading ..Fabric, Cleaning ......Compartment, Checking Downshifting, 6-speed Manual in the ........Fan, Interior ........Transmission ......Coolant ........Features, Comfort and Driving ...........
  • Page 295 Main Menu Index Fuel ..........Speedometer ....... Hood, Opening the ....... Fill Door and Cap ...... Tachometer ......... Horn ..........Filter ........... Voltmeter ........Hydraulic Clutch ......Gauge ........... Gearshift Lever Positions Hydroplaning ......... Octane Requirement ....Automatic Transmission ..Oxygenated .......
  • Page 296 Main Menu Index Locks Anti-theft Steering Column ..Jacking Up the Car ....... Fuel Fill Door ......Neutral Gear Position ....Jack, Tire ........Glove Box ........New Vehicle Break-in ....Jump Starting ........ Power Door ......... Normal Shift Speeds .....
  • Page 297 Main Menu Index Onboard Refueling Vapor Using Child Seats with Engine Oil and Filter ....Recovery ........Tethers ........Fuel Filter ........Opening the Engine Cover ..Fuses .......... Opening the Trunk ......Light Bulbs ........ Operation in Foreign Countries . Schedule ........
  • Page 298 Main Menu Index Seat Belts ........... Sound System ........Stereo Sound System ..... Additional Information ....Spare Tire, Folding Storing Your Car ......Automatic Seat Belt Inflating ........Stuck Car ........Tensioners ....... Specifications ......Supplemental Restraint System Cleaning ........Spark Plugs, Replacing ....
  • Page 299 Main Menu Index Temperature Gauge ....... Trailer, Do Not Tow a ....Upholstery Cleaning ..... Tensioners, Seat Belts ....Transmission Used Oil, How to Dispose of ..Tether Attachment Point ....Checking Fluid Level, Theft Deterrent System ....Automatic ......Three Way Catalytic Converter .
  • Page 300 Main Menu Index Alignment and Balance .... Cleaning Aluminum Alloys ..Folding Spare ......Wrench ........Windows Cleaning ........Operating the Power ....Opening the Rear ...... Rear, Defogger ......Windshield Cleaning ........Defroster ........Washers ........Wipers, Windshield Changing Blades .......

  • Page 301: Service Information Summary

    (see page Brake Fluid: Rear: Oil change capacity (including Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm ) filter): DOT 3 preferred, or a DOT 3 or 5.3 US qt (5.0 , 4.4 Imp qt)

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