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Technical Information

The diagrams in this section give
you the dimensions and capacities of
your Acura, and the locations of the

identification numbers. The explana-
tions of several electronic and
mechanical systems on your Acura
are for the more technically-oriented
owner.

Identification Numbers.................

270

Specifications.................................

272

Traction Control System...............

274

DOT Tire Quality Grading...........

275

Treadwear..................................

275

Traction.......................................

275

Temperature..............................

276

Oxygenated Fuels..........................

277

Driving in Foreign Countries.......

278

Emissions Controls........................

279

The Clean Air Act......................

279

Crankcase Emissions Control

System.....................................

279

Evaporative Emissions Control

System.....................................

279

Onboard Refueling Vapor

Recovery.................................

279

Exhaust Emissions Controls....

280

PGM-FI System.....................

280

Ignition Timing Control

System.................................

280

Exhaust Gas Recirculation

(EGR)

System....................

280

Three Way Catalytic

Converter............................

280

Replacement Parts.....................

280

Three Way Catalytic Converter...

281

Technical Information

Summary of Contents for NSX 2000

Page 1: ...how to break in your new vehicle and how to load luggage and other cargo Driving 143 The proper way to start the engine shift the transmission and park plus towing a trailer Maintenance 165 The Mainte...

Page 2: ...approval for printing Honda Motor Co Ltd reserves the right however to discontinue or change specifications or design at any time without notice and with out incurring any obligation whatsoever OWNER...

Page 3: ...d the warranty booklet thoroughly so you understand the coverages and are aware of your rights and responsibilities Maintaining your car according to the schedules given in this manual helps to keep y...

Page 4: ...d judgement You will find this important safety information in a variety of forms including Safety Labels on the car Safety Messages preceded by a safety alert symbol and one of three signal words DAN...

Page 5: ...P 60 POWER WINDOW SWITCHES P 73 MIRROR CONTROLS P 82 TRUNK RELEASE BUTTON P 70 DIGITAL CLOCK P 83 AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL P 90 AUDIO SYSTEM P 100 FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE P 129 SHIFT LOCK RELEASE P 15...

Page 6: ...EADLIGHT MOTOR P 57 HEADLIGHTS P 56 TCS ON OFF SWITCH P 161 REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER P 57 TURN SIGNALS P 58 TELESCOPE ADJUSTMEN T P 61 TILT ADJUSTMENT P 61 HAZARD WARNING LIGHT P 60 CRUISE CONTROL MASTER...

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Page 8: ...oper Sitting Position 16 Advice for Pregnant Women 17 Additional Safety Precautions 18 Protecting Children 19 All Children Must Be Restrained 19 Your Car is Not Recommended for Child Passengers 20 The...

Page 9: ...tions and safety warnings in this manual See pages 26 and 29 Be Aware of Airbag Hazards While airbags can save lives they can cause serious or fatal injuries to occupants who sit too close to them or...

Page 10: ...age around the passenger compartment front and rear crush zones that are designed to crumple and absorb energy during a crash a collapsible steering column and seat belt tensioners that automatically...

Page 11: ...in almost every type of crash including side and rear impacts and rollovers Your airbag can only be helpful in a moderate to severe frontal collision Help keep you from being thrown against the insid...

Page 12: ...irbags offer no protection in side impacts rear impacts rollovers or minor collisions Airbags are designed to deploy only during a moderate to severe frontal collision Airbags can pose serious hazards...

Page 13: ...ng airbag Reclining a seat back too far reduces the seat belt s effectiveness and increases the chance that the seat s occupant will slide under the seat belt in a crash and be seriously injured What...

Page 14: ...g child seat is properly restrained see page 26 Occupants are sitting upright and as far back as possible from the steering wheel and dashboard see page 12 Seat backs are upright see page 13 Both door...

Page 15: ...nel to indicate when a specific door is not tightly closed For safety locking the doors reduces the chance that a passenger especially a child will open a door while the car is moving and accidentally...

Page 16: ...correctly rock it back and forth to make sure the seat is locked in position See page 72 for how to adjust the seats 3 Adjust the Seat Backs Adjust the driver s seat back to a comfortable upright pos...

Page 17: ...increases the chance of sliding under the belt in a crash and being seriously injured The farther a seat back is reclined the greater the risk of injury See page 72 for how to adjust seat backs Driver...

Page 18: ...e the force of a crash and reduces the chance of internal injuries If necessary pull up on the belt again to remove any slack from the shoulder part then check that the belt rests across the center of...

Page 19: ...rovides optimal protection from the airbag See page 61 for how to adjust the steering wheel 6 Maintain a Proper Sitting Position After occupants have adjusted their seats and put on seat belts it is v...

Page 20: ...ep the lap portion of the belt as low as possible across your hips Pregnant women should also sit upright and as far back as possible from the steering wheel or dashboard This will reduce the risk of...

Page 21: ...ects on your lap or driving with a pipe or other sharp object in your mouth can result in injuries if your airbags inflate Do not attach or place objects on the front airbag covers Any object attached...

Page 22: ...accidents are the number one cause of death of children ages 12 and under To reduce the number of child deaths and injuries every state and Canadian province requires that infants and children be res...

Page 23: ...ild seat in the front seat of a car equipped with a passenger s airbag If the airbag inflates it can hit the back of the child seat with enough force to kill or very seriously injure an infant Small C...

Page 24: ...BELT DO NOT INSTALL REARWARD FACING CHILD SEATS IN ANY FRONT PASSENGER SEAT POSITION DO NOT SIT OR LEAN UNNECESSARILY CLOSE TO THE AIR BAG DO NOT PLACE ANY OBJECTS OVER THE AIR BAG OR BETWEEN THE AIR...

Page 25: ...of the passenger s airbag hazard we strongly recommend that you do not carry a small child as a passenger in this car However if you must carry a small child in this car the child must be properly re...

Page 26: ...ue to variations in the design of child seats vehicle seats and seat belts all child seats will not fit all seating positions in all cars However Acura is confident that one or more child seat models...

Page 27: ...most position and secure a front facing child seat with the seat belt see page 27 Driver and Passenger Safety Airbags Pose Serious Risks to Children The passenger s airbag inflates with enough force...

Page 28: ...ring a collision we recommend that parents secure a child seat as firmly as possible However a child seat does not need to be rock solid It may be difficult to install a child seat so that it does not...

Page 29: ...Type A child who can sit up without support and who fits within the child seat maker s weight and height limits should be restrained in a forward facing upright child seat Of the different seats avai...

Page 30: ...e page 72 for instructions on how to adjust the seat 2 With the child seat in position route the belt through the child seat according to the seat maker s instructions then insert the latch plate into...

Page 31: ...act fully then repeat these steps To deactivate the locking mechanism in order to remove a child seat unlatch the buckle unroute the seat belt and let the belt fully retract Additional Precautions for...

Page 32: ...t of the belt to properly fit we recommend that the child use a booster seat until they are tall enough to use the seat belt without a booster The following pages give instructions on how to check pro...

Page 33: ...sh and be injured Do not put any accessories on a seat belt Devices intended to improve occupant comfort or reposition the shoulder part of a seat belt severely compromise the protective capability of...

Page 34: ...of when a child can safely ride in this car there are other important factors you should consider Physical Size Physically a child must be large enough for the lap shoulder belt to properly fit over t...

Page 35: ...tions and all safety information Move the vehicle seat to the rear most position Have the child sit up straight back against the seat and feet on or near the floor Check that the child s seat belt is...

Page 36: ...red or available Pass the strap between the top of the seat and the bottom of the head restraint Attach the tether strap hook to the tether anchorage point as shown in the illustration and tighten the...

Page 37: ...anchor plate and mounting hardware Canadian Models The hardware is stored in the glove box U S models only The hardware is available for purchase from your Acura dealer part numbers 82410 S84 C10 for...

Page 38: ...buckle then tug on the belt to make sure the buckle is latched To unlock the belt push the red PRESS button on the buckle Guide the belt across your body to the door pillar After exiting the car be su...

Page 39: ...sible U S Models Acura provides a lifetime warranty on seat belts Acura will repair or replace any seat belt component that fails to function properly during normal use Please see your Acura Warranty...

Page 40: ...ic system that continually monitors and records information about the sensors the control unit the airbag activators driver and passenger seat belt use and all related wiring when the ignition is ON I...

Page 41: ...eflate so they won t interfere with the driver s visibility or the ability to steer or operate other controls The total time for inflation and deflation is approximately one tenth of a second so fast...

Page 42: ...ht up briefly then go out This tells you that the system is working properly However if the light comes on at any other time you should have the system checked by your dealer For example If the SRS in...

Page 43: ...hop The SRS indicator light alerts you to a problem Take your car to an authorized Acura dealer as soon as possible If you ignore this indication the airbags might not inflate when you need them Addit...

Page 44: ...e engine only long enough to move the car out of the garage With the trunk lid open air flow can pull exhaust gas into your car s interior and create a hazardous condition If you must drive with the t...

Page 45: ...ould cause serious injury Read these labels carefully If a label comes off or becomes hard to read contact your Acura dealer for a replacement Driver and Passenger Safety SUNVISOR Canadian models U S...

Page 46: ...Safety Labels EXPANSION TANK CAP Driver and Passenger Safety...

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Page 48: ...als 58 Windshield Wipers 59 Windshield Washers 60 Hazard Warning 60 Cruise Control Master Switch 60 Steering Wheel Adjustment 61 Steering Wheel Controls 62 Cruise Control 62 Keys and Locks 65 Keys 65...

Page 49: ...cations HOOD REAR WINDOW ENGINE COVER TRUNK LID FRONT COMPARTMEN T FOLDING SPARE TIRE TRUNK FUEL FILL DOOR TOOLS JACK AIR PUMP PRESSURE GAUGE NSX illustration is shown Instruments and Controls ENGINE...

Page 50: ...NTROLS P 82 TRUNK RELEASE BUTTON P 70 HAZARD WARNING SWITCH P 60 DIGITAL CLOCK P 83 AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL P 90 AUDIO SYSTEM P 100 FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE P 129 SHIFT LOCK RELEASE P 154 Automatic tr...

Page 51: ...LEVER POSITION INDICATOR Automatic transmissio n only LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR TURN SIGNAL AND HAZARD WARNING INDICATORS DOOR AND LAMP MONITOR...

Page 52: ...running For complete information see page 255 Charging System Indicator If this light comes on when the engine is running the battery is not being charged For complete information see page 256 Parkin...

Page 53: ...e page 39 Anti lock Brake System ABS Indicator This light normally comes on when you turn the ignition switch ON II and goes off after the engine starts If it comes on at any other time there is a pro...

Page 54: ...es off after the engine starts If it comes on at any other time there is a problem in the Electric Power Steering system If this happens stop the car in a safe place and turn off the engine Reset the...

Page 55: ...switch to ON II with the headlight switch off and the parking brake set It should go off if you turn on the headlights or release the parking brake If it comes on at any other time it means there is...

Page 56: ...uare centimeter kg cm 2 This pressure varies with engine speed and temperature If the oil pressure falls low enough to cause engine damage the Low Oil Pressure Indicator conies on see page 255 Tempera...

Page 57: ...fter 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 Odometer The odometer shows the total dis tance your car has...

Page 58: ...the instrument panel are the headlight motor switch instrument panel brightness control and the TCS On Off switch The two levers on the underside of the steering column allow you to tilt and telescop...

Page 59: ...ue high beam indicator will light see page 52 To flash the high beams when the headlight doors are closed pull back and hold the turn signal lever This simultaneously raises the headlight doors and tu...

Page 60: ...out Turn the knob to adjust the brightness then push it back in so you cannot accidentally bump it Rear Window Defogger The rear window defogger will clear fog frost and thin ice from the window Push...

Page 61: ...LEVER Signal a turn or lane change with this lever Push down on the lever to signal a left turn and up to signal a right turn If you push it up or down all the way the turn signal continues to blink...

Page 62: ...d In intermittent the wipers operate every few seconds You can vary how often the wipers sweep the windshield by turning the INT TIME ring next to the rotary switch In low speed and high speed the wip...

Page 63: ...d Warning Push the large red button on the right pod to turn on the hazard warn ing lights four way flashers This causes all four outside turn signals and both indicators in the instrument panel to fl...

Page 64: ...he distance you want Push the lever up firmly to lock the steering wheel in that position 3 The lever to tilt the steering wheel is under the steering column in the middle Pull this lever toward you a...

Page 65: ...riving winding roads slippery roads heavy rain or bad weather You should have full control of the car under those conditions Using the Cruise Control 1 Push in the Cruise Control Master Switch on the...

Page 66: ...ill acceler ate When you reach the desired cruising speed release the button Push on the accelerator pedal Ac celerate to the desired cruising speed and press the SET decel button To increase your spe...

Page 67: ...Control Master Switch When you tap the brake or clutch pedal or press the SET and RE SUME buttons at the same time the CRUISE CONTROL light on the instrument panel will go out and the car will begin t...

Page 68: ...to get a lost key replaced Keep the plate stored in a safe place When replacing keys use only Acura approved key blanks These keys contain electronic circuits that are activated by the Immobilizer Sy...

Page 69: ...eed a new key made take the key number plate the learning key and all other keys that came with your car to your Acura dealer Immobilizer System The Immobilizer System protects your car from theft A p...

Page 70: ...ngine contact your Acura dealer As required by the FCC This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful inter...

Page 71: ...ON II This is the normal key position when driving All features and accessories on the car are usable Several of the lights on the instru ment panel come on as a test when you turn the ignition switch...

Page 72: ...unlocks that door The lock tab on the passenger s door only locks and unlocks that door To get out of the car pull each lock tab up or use the door lock switch before you open either door Both doors w...

Page 73: ...ushing the lock tab down on the passenger s door only locks that door Trunk You can open the trunk in two ways Press the trunk release button on the driver s door Use the master key to open the trunk...

Page 74: ...y 3 Give the person the valet key Glove Box GLOVE BOX Open the glove box by squeezing the handle Close it with a firm push Lock or unlock the glove box with the master key The glove box light comes on...

Page 75: ...power seats in your car are adjusted with the two switches on the outside of the seat bottom Push the front switch forward or backward to adjust the distance to the steering wheel and pedals Adjust th...

Page 76: ...river s armrest has a master power window control panel To open the passenger s window push down on the switch and hold it down until the window reaches the desired position To close the window push u...

Page 77: ...he window you must push the window switch up and hold it until the window reaches the desired position The MAIN switch controls power to the passenger s window With this switch off the passenger s win...

Page 78: ...the roof panel before you remove it so dirt and water do not fall in the interior and engine compartment Do not put any items other than the roof panel in the roof holder or you can damage the roof h...

Page 79: ...ys and pulling down the release lever 4 Open the door Locate the rear window release handle on the rear of the driver s door opening next to the seat Pivot this handle towards the driver s seat The re...

Page 80: ...Pull up the roof cover release lever and raise the roof cover 7 Unsnap the hook end of the strap from the rear window frame 8 Put the hook around the edge of the roof cover to hold it up CONTINUED In...

Page 81: ...holder are in the holes in the roof panel 11 Lower the roof cover and push it down until it latches Snap the hook on the window frame 12 Pull the rear window down until it is resting on the body then...

Page 82: ...stalling Because it is stored above the engine compartment the roof panel can get hot while driving Allow it to cool down for several minutes before attempting to remove it from the roof holder 1 Open...

Page 83: ...rectly the roof unlatched indicator will not light when you turn the ignition ON II 10 Close the roof cover and snap the hook onto the window frame Close the rear window This indicator lights when the...

Page 84: ...educe the possibility of leaks Use the door pull to open and close the door Do not push or pull on the door glass Do not lean or sit on an open door The roof panel seals are designed to promote the fl...

Page 85: ...st visibility Be sure to adjust the mirrors before you start driving The inside mirror has day and night positions The night position reduces glare from headlights behind you Flip the tab on the botto...

Page 86: ...ccidentally bumping the switch Digital Clock The digital clock displays the time with the ignition switch ON II To see the time with the ignition off press and hold the DISPLAY button To set the clock...

Page 87: ...he beginning of the next hour For example 1 06 would RESET to 1 00 1 52 would RESET to 2 00 Parking Brake To apply the parking brake pull the lever up fully To release it pull up slightly push the but...

Page 88: ...en the console compartment lift the tab on the left edge Coin Holder The coin holder is located in the front half of the console compartment lid Open the coin holder by lifting up on the middle of the...

Page 89: ...on the front of the holder Be careful when you are using the beverage holder A spilled liquid that is very hot can scald you or your passenger Spilled liquids can also damage the upholstery carpeting...

Page 90: ...r cigarettes cigars and other smoking materials To prevent a possible fire and damage to your car don t put paper or other things that can burn in the ashtray Interior Lights The interior light on the...

Page 91: ...the interior light can be turned on separately by the pushbutton switches next to them Push the switch to turn the light on or off Courtesy Lights When you open the driver s door lights for the driver...

Page 92: ...f your Acura Climate Control System 90 Fully automatic Operation 91 Semi automatic Operation 93 Air Conditioning Switch 93 Mode Button 94 Recirculated and Fresh Air 98 Fan Speed 98 Temperature Sensors...

Page 93: ...t 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 Move the tab in the center of each...

Page 94: ...Climate Control in fully automatic mode press the AUTO button set the desired temperature by turning the temperature control dial and turn the fan speed dial to AUTO You will see FULL AUTO in the sys...

Page 95: ...nterior temperature to the set value In cold weather the fan will not come on automatically until the vehicle has been driven for a short time and the heater starts to develop warm air Pressing the OF...

Page 96: ...itch Pressing the A C switch turns the air conditioning on and off You will see ON or OFF in the display When you turn the A C off the system cannot regulate the inside tempe rature if you set the dia...

Page 97: ...in all modes Each time you press the MODE button the display shows the mode selected Press the button four times to see all the modes The main air flow comes out of the dashboard and door vents Close...

Page 98: ...Climate Control System The main air flow is divided between the dashboard door vents and the floor vents The main air flow comes from the floor vents CONTINUED Comfort and Convenience Features...

Page 99: ...Climate ControlSystem The main air flow is divided between the floor vents and windshield defroster vents Comfort and Convenience Features...

Page 100: ...frost more quickly turn the temperature control to 82 F 86 F 28 C 30 C Press and turn the fan speed dial to high Warmed air will then flow from the windshield and side defroster vents To turn off defr...

Page 101: ...u lates it You can for example manually put the system in recircu lation mode when driving through an area of smoke or fumes When you press the or button the light in that button comes on Fan Speed Yo...

Page 102: ...ensors 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 TEM...

Page 103: ...stem can also sense when a metal or chromium dioxide CrO2 tape is being played and adjusts accordingly Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corpo ration D...

Page 104: ...tton The radio comes on and displays the frequency of the station it was last tuned to The power antenna will also extend Adjust the volume with the VOL dial outside ring of the left knob Select the A...

Page 105: ...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 The STEREO indicator will flash if you are drivi...

Page 106: ...u can preset eight stations on each band When you press the SEEK bar the radio scans the selected band and stops on the next station with a strong signal Press the left side of the SEEK bar to scan lo...

Page 107: ...SELECT button stays on as a reminder You cannot manually change any presets with A SELECT on If you do not like the stations found by A SELECT you can still use the TUNE or SEEK function to find other...

Page 108: ...chance of accidentally changing your settings The BAL control adjusts the sound balance between the speakers Push on the knob so it pops out Adjust the side to side balance as desired then push the k...

Page 109: ...though the announcer may identify the station as FM101 Radio Reception How well your Acura s radio receives stations is dependent on many factors such as the distance from the station s transmitter ne...

Page 110: ...on can be affected by atmospheric conditions such as thunderstorms high humidity and even sunspots You may be able to receive a distant radio station one day and not receive it the next clay because o...

Page 111: ...to play The display will change from the radio frequency to the word TAPE The or will light to show you which side of the cassette is playing The indicates the side you inserted facing upward is now...

Page 112: ...t recorded with Dolby B noise reduction turn it off by pressing the button If you play a metal or chromium dioxide CrO2 tape the system automatically senses it The METAL indicator in the frequency dis...

Page 113: ...em 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 EJ...

Page 114: ...vailable Fast forward Rewind Repeat Replay Skip and Scan Press to fast forward the tape Press to rewind the tape To stop fast forward or rewind press PLAY Fast forward or rewind stops automatically at...

Page 115: ...mind 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 It continues to repeat this same passage as long as REPEAT is...

Page 116: ...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 Unlike REPEAT this function replays a selection only on...

Page 117: ...assage 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 When the system finds a silent...

Page 118: ...ight seconds so you can listen to that passage and decide if you want to hear it all If you are not interested in that passage leave the system alone After eight seconds it will go into fast forward a...

Page 119: ...o prevent this you should clean the cassette drive after every 30 hours of use Your dealer has a cleaning kit available for this purpose After 50 hours of use the CLEAN light comes on to remind you to...

Page 120: ...in the player It may cause the cassette to jam in the drive mecha nism when you try to eject it Do not leave cassettes sitting where they are exposed to high heat or humidity such as on top of the da...

Page 121: ...n the changer according to the instructions that came with the unit Play only standard round discs Odd shaped CDs may jam in the drive or cause other problems Turn on the audio system as described pre...

Page 122: ...r 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 To turn the system completely off press the ON OFF...

Page 123: ...ton to move backward The player will fast forward or reverse for as long as you hold the button It goes to normal play mode when you release the button Each time you press the system skips forward to...

Page 124: ...tor 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 ag...

Page 125: ...ay 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 When the system gets to a track you want to hear all the way...

Page 126: ...h this active the system selects and plays tracks randomly rather than sequentially Random selection only works on the disc currently playing not across all six discs Cancel random selection by pressi...

Page 127: ...age keep CDs out of direct sunlight and extreme heat To clean a disc use a clean soft cloth Wipe across the disc from the center to the outside edge A new CD may be rough on the inner and outer edges...

Page 128: ...ons If you see an error indication in the display while operating the CD changer find the cause in the chart to the right If you cannot clear the error indication take the car to your Acura dealer Com...

Page 129: ...g immediately to show you the system is setting itself Once the security system is set opening either door without the key the hood roof panel NSX T or the rear window will cause it to alarm It also a...

Page 130: ...u If you plan to add any accessories to your car please read the information in this section first Break in Period 128 Gasoline 128 Service Station Procedures 129 Filling the Fuel Tank 129 Opening the...

Page 131: ...leaded gasoline with a pump octane number of 91 or higher If you are unable to find premium unleaded gasoline you may substi tute an unleaded regular gasoline The engine will compensate for the lower...

Page 132: ...the left of the driver s seat 3 Remove the fuel fill cap slowly You may hear a hissing sound as pressure inside the tank escapes Place the cap in the holder on the fuel fill door CONTINUED Before Driv...

Page 133: ...w the fuel fill cap back on tighten it until it clicks several times If you do not properly tighten the cap the Malfunction Indicator Lamp may come on see page 257 6 Push the fuel fill door closed unt...

Page 134: ...the support rod back into the clip and lower the engine cover or roof holder Pull the rear window down until it is resting on the body then push on the center of the back edge until it latches Make s...

Page 135: ...cloth or paper towel 3 Insert it all the way back in its tube 4 Remove the dipstick again and check the level It should be between the upper and lower marks If it is near or below the lower mark see...

Page 136: ...for information on adding the proper coolant Refer to Owner Maintenance Checks on page 177 for information on checking other items in your Acura Checking the Front Compartment 1 Shift to Park or Neutr...

Page 137: ...ood Lift the hood 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...

Page 138: ...nto its holding clip 6 Lower the hood about halfway down and let the hood drop After closing the hood make sure it is securely latched Refer to Owner Maintenance Checks on page 177 for information on...

Page 139: ...upt cornering and hard braking use more fuel Always drive in the highest gear that allows the engine to run and acceler ate smoothly Depending on traffic conditions try to maintain a constant speed Ev...

Page 140: ...powered audio systems should not interfere with your car s computer controlled systems such as the SRS and anti lock brake system However if electronic accessories are improperly installed or exceed y...

Page 141: ...on any modifications that decrease ground clearance increase the chance of undercarriage parts striking a curb speed bump or other raised object which could cause your airbags to deploy Do not modify...

Page 142: ...rs 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 operati...

Page 143: ...all items that could be thrown around and hurt someone during a crash Be sure items placed on the floor behind the front seats cannot roll under the seats and interfere with the driver s ability to op...

Page 144: ...Carrying Cargo Before Driving 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...

Page 145: ...over parking lot speed bumps can also cause damage Curbs and steep inclines could damage the front and rear bumpers Low curbs that do not affect the average car may be high enough to hit the bumper on...

Page 146: ...Cold Weather at High Altitude 145 6 speed Manual Transmission 146 Recommended Shift Points 147 Engine Speed Limiter 147 Automatic Transmission 149 Shift Lever Position Indicator 149 Engine Speed Limi...

Page 147: ...rrying with you inside are stored properly or fastened down securely 5 Check the adjustment of the seat see page 72 6 Check the adjustment of the inside and outside mirrors see page 82 7 Check the adj...

Page 148: ...r pedal all the way down and hold it there while starting in order to clear flooding As before keep the ignition key in the START III position for no more than 15 seconds Return to step 5 if the engin...

Page 149: ...transmission by trying to shift into Reverse with the car moving Push down the clutch pedal and pause for a few seconds before shifting into Reverse or shift into one of the forward gears for a moment...

Page 150: ...nded Engine Speed Limiter If you exceed the maximum speed for the gear you are in the engine speed will enter into the tachometer s red zone If this occurs you may feel the engine cut in and out This...

Page 151: ...move the shift lever to the First Second gear side of the Neutral gate then shift to Reverse 2 If you are still unable to shift to Reverse apply the parking brake and turn the ignition key to ACCESSOR...

Page 152: ...display is in the tachometer It shows you the position of the console shift lever The illuminated number next to the M indicator shows you the gear you have selected when selecting 3 M position The D...

Page 153: ...o shift up and down manually when the console shift lever is in the 3 M position Park P This position mechani cally locks the transmission Use Park whenever you are turning off or starting the engine...

Page 154: ...gine or if it is necessary to stop briefly with the engine idling Shift to Park posi tion if you need to leave the car for any reason Press on the brake pedal when you are moving the shift lever from...

Page 155: ...e reaches redline or when you reduce pressure on the accelerator pedal It will remain in second gear until you either upshift manually or come to a stop The transmission remains in the selected gear 4...

Page 156: ...on a slippery surface or in deep snow It will help reduce wheelspin First 1 To shift from Second to First press the release button on the shift lever With the lever in this position the transmission...

Page 157: ...ver or finger nail file to remove the cover Carefully pry off the edge of the cover 4 Insert the key in the Shift Lock Release slot next to the shift lever 5 Push down on the key while you press the r...

Page 158: ...rive away If the car is facing uphill turn the front wheels away from the curb If the car is facing downhill turn the front wheels toward the curb Make sure the parking brake is fully released before...

Page 159: ...he engine to assist the brakes by downshifting to a lower gear and taking your foot off the accelerator pedal Check your brakes after driving through deep water Apply the brakes moderately to see if t...

Page 160: ...wheels Anti lock Brakes Your car has an Anti lock Brake System ABS as standard equipment ABS helps to prevent the wheels from locking up and skidding during hard braking allowing you to retain steerin...

Page 161: ...ice Important Safety Reminders ABS does not reduce the time or distance it takes to stop the car it only helps with steering control during braking You should always maintain a safe following distance...

Page 162: ...el comes on see page 50 This means the anti lock function of the braking system has shut down The brakes still work like a conventional system without anti lock providing normal stopping ability You s...

Page 163: ...enter a corner too fast It is still your responsibility to drive at reasonable speeds and to leave a sufficient margin of safety When driving on a loose or slippery road surface you may notice that t...

Page 164: ...shes under the following condi tions When you turn the ignition switch to ON II When you manually turn off the TCS It flashes when the TCS is regulating the engine output to prevent wheelspin If the s...

Page 165: ...ving conditions This is especially true in snow A person can forget some snow driving techniques during the summer months Practice is needed to relearn those skills Exercise extra caution when driving...

Page 166: ...riving conditions can be very hazardous when the outside temperature is near freezing The road surface can become covered with areas of water puddles mixed with areas of ice so your traction can chang...

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Page 168: ...rd 175 Owner Maintenance Checks 177 Fluid Locations 178 Engine Oil 179 Adding Oil 179 Recommended Oil 179 Synthetic Oil 180 Additives 180 Changing the Oil and Filter 181 Cooling System 183 Adding Engi...

Page 169: ...fied mechanic Some of the most important safety precautions are given here However we cannot warn you of every conceivable hazard that can arise in performing maintenance Only you can decide whether o...

Page 170: ...haust system cool before touching any parts Injury from moving parts Do not run the engine unless in structed to do so Read the instructions before you begin and make sure you have the tools and skill...

Page 171: ...our car s load limit This puts excess stress on the engine brakes and many other parts of your car The load limit is shown on the label on the driver s doorjamb Operate your car on reasonable roads wi...

Page 172: ...enuine Acura parts and fluids whenever you have maintenance done These are manufactured to the same high quality standards as the original components so you can be confident of their performance and d...

Page 173: ...ditions Maintenance Schedule do not apply NOTE If you only OCCASIONALLY drive under a severe condition you should follow the Normal Conditions Maintenance Schedule Canadian Owners Follow the Maintenan...

Page 174: ...the severe driving conditions described in the Severe Conditions Schedule on the next page do not apply Canadian owners Follow the schedule for Severe Conditions Note Check engine oil and coolant at e...

Page 175: ...16 km per trip Driving in extremely hot over 90 F 32 C conditions Extensive idling or long periods of stop and go driving Driving in mountainous conditions Driving on muddy dusty or de iced roads Can...

Page 176: ...y driven in Canada otherwise use the Normal Schedule Service at the indicated distance or time whichever comes first Do the items in A B C D as required for each distance time Note Check engine oil an...

Page 177: ...Maintenance See information on maintenance and emissions warranty last column page 169 1 See Timing Belt on page 206 to determine need for replacement...

Page 178: ...e Schedules You or the servicing dealer can record all completed maintenance here whether you follow the schedule for normal conditions page 170 or severe conditions page 172 Keep the receipts for all...

Page 179: ...Required Maintenance Record for Normal and Severe Schedules Maintenanc e...

Page 180: ...evel in the reservoir monthly If weather conditions cause you to use the washers frequently check the reservoir each time you stop for fuel See page 190 Automatic transmission Check the fluid level mo...

Page 181: ...nce WASHER FLUID Blue Cap MANUAL TRANSMISSIO N FILLER BOLT ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK Orange Loop ENGINE OIL FILL CAP EXPANSION TANK CAP AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIO N FLUID DIPSTICK Yellow Loop BRAKE FLUID Gray Ca...

Page 182: ...l in your vehicle for as long as you own it You can determine an oil s SAE viscosity and Service Classification from the API Service label on the oil container A fuel efficient oil is recommended for...

Page 183: ...low 32 F 0 C Synthetic Oil You may use a synthetic motor oil if it meets the same requirements given for conventional motor oil energy conserving a service classification of SJ and the proper weight a...

Page 184: ...lic lift for this service Unless you have the knowledge and proper equipment you should have this maintenance done by a skilled mechanic 1 Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature...

Page 185: ...not turn off the engine and reinspect your work 8 Let the engine run for several minutes and check the drain bolt and oil filter for leaks 9 Turn off the engine let it sit for several minutes then ch...

Page 186: ...or brand non silicate coolant as a temporary replacement Make sure it is a high quality coolant recommended for aluminum engines However continued use of any non Honda coolant can result in corrosion...

Page 187: ...sure remaining in the cooling system 3 Remove the expansion tank cap by pushing down and turning counterclockwise 4 Pour coolant into the expansion tank Fill it to the MAX line Put the cap back on the...

Page 188: ...Only use Genuine Honda Antifreeze Coolant Draining the coolant requires access to the underside of the car Unless you have the tools and knowledge you should have this maintenance done by a skilled m...

Page 189: ...ature control dial to maximum heat and turn off the engine Make sure the engine and radiator are cool to the touch 4 Remove the drain plug from the bottom of the radiator 5 Loosen the bleeder plug on...

Page 190: ...raining tighten the engine drain plugs reinstall the plugs in the coolant pipes and reinstall the radiator drain plug 9 Mix the recommended antifreeze with an equal amount of purified or distilled wat...

Page 191: ...em 10 Remove the bleeder cap from the top of the heater inlet 11 Loosen the bleeder bolt on top of the engine 12 Loosen the bleeder bolt near the expansion tank Maintenance BLEEDER CAP BLEEDER BOLT BL...

Page 192: ...ne Put the cap back on the tank only tighten it to the first stop Start the engine and let it run until it warms up the radiator cooling fan comes on at least twice 15 Turn off the engine Check the ex...

Page 193: ...finger and pull up until the tube is fully exposed 3 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 rese...

Page 194: ...een the upper and lower marks 5 If the level is below the lower mark add fluid into the tube to bring it to the upper mark Always use Honda Premium Formula Automatic Transmission Fluid ATF If it is no...

Page 195: ...e hole Reinstall the filler bolt and tighten it securely If Honda MTF is not available you may use an API service SG SH or SJ grade motor oil with a viscosity of SAE 10W 30 or 10W 40 as a temporary re...

Page 196: ...T 4 fluid from a sealed container as a temporary replacement However the use of any non Honda brake fluid can cause corrosion and decrease the life of the system Have the brake system flushed and refi...

Page 197: ...nd 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 Low fluid level can indicate a leak in the clutch...

Page 198: ...dealer to do this service Follow the replacement procedure for removal and reinstallation The air cleaner element is inside the air cleaner housing on the driver s side of the engine compartment Repla...

Page 199: ...Snap a hose back into the clips on the air cleaner housing cover Fuel Filter The fuel filter should be replaced every 4 years or 60 000 miles 96 000 km whichever comes first Have a qualified mechanic...

Page 200: ...n 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 Replacement Replace the spark plugs one si...

Page 201: ...bolts holding the ignition coil Remove the ignition coil by pulling it straight out as you twist it slightly 4 Remove the spark plug with a five eighths inch 16 mm spark plug socket 5 Put the new spa...

Page 202: ...ertightening can cause damage to the threads in the cylinder head 7 Install the ignition coil Install and tighten the two hold down bolts to Tightening torque 9 lbf ft 12 N m 1 2 kgf m 8 Reconnect the...

Page 203: ...the battery The label on the battery explains the test indicator s colors Check the battery terminals for corrosion a white or yellowish powder To remove it cover the terminals with a solution of baki...

Page 204: ...ire brush Reconnect and tighten the cables then coat the terminals with grease If you need to connect the battery to a charger disconnect both cables to prevent damage to the car s electrical system C...

Page 205: ...rminals to prevent damage to the car s electrical system and remove the battery from the front compartment so hydrogen gas does not build up during charging You need to remove the spare tire holder be...

Page 206: ...hey leave streaks and unwiped areas when used To replace the blade 1 Turn the ignition ON II switch the wipers to INT or low position then turn the ignition OFF when the wiper arm is approximately mid...

Page 207: ...nt along the back edge remove the metal reinforcement strips from the old wiper blade and install them in the slots along the edge of the new blade 5 Slide the new wiper blade into the holder until th...

Page 208: ...bristle brush to clean them Run the air conditioning at least once a week during the cold weather months Run it for at least ten minutes while you are driving at a steady speed with the engine at nor...

Page 209: ...belt 0 4 0 53 in 11 13 5 mm Compressor belt 0 4 0 5 in 10 12 mm If you see signs of wear or looseness have your dealer adjust or replace the belts Timing Belt The timing belt should normally be replac...

Page 210: ...unevenly adversely affect handling and fuel economy and are more likely to fail from being overheated Overinflated tires can make your car ride more harshly are more prone to damage from road hazards...

Page 211: ...ngs 4 to 6 psi 30 to 40 kPa 0 3 to 0 4 kgf cm 2 higher than the cold reading This is normal Do not let air out to match the specified cold pressure The tire will be underinflated Use the pressure gaug...

Page 212: ...of these conditions Cuts splits or cracks in the side of the tire Replace the tire if you can see fabric or cord Excessive tread wear Your car s tires have wear indicators molded into the tread When t...

Page 213: ...ry For best results have the installer perform a dynamic balance Improper wheel weights can damage your car s aluminum wheels Use only Genuine Acura wheel weights for balancing Tire Rotation You shoul...

Page 214: ...the car while providing the best combination of handling ride comfort and long life You should replace them with radial tires of the same size load range speed rating and maximum cold tire pressure r...

Page 215: ...Tires Wheels Front 16 x 7 JJ Rear 17 x 8 1 2 JJ Tires Front 215 45ZR16 Rear 245 40ZR17 See page 275 for information about DOT Tire Quality Grading Winter Driving Tires that are marked M S or All Seas...

Page 216: ...n required by driving conditions or local laws Make sure they are the correct size for your tires Metal link type chains should not be used No matter how tight they seem to be installed they can come...

Page 217: ...ior 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 Maintenance SIDE MARKER L...

Page 218: ...unction 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 Refer to the chart on page 273 to determine wh...

Page 219: ...lean it with denatured alcohol and a clean cloth Halogen headlight bulbs get very hot when lit Oil perspiration or a scratch on the glass can cause the bulb to overheat and shatter 1 Lift the hood and...

Page 220: ...ush the edge of the hold down spring and turn counterclockwise 6 Insert the new bulb into the socket making sure all the tabs are in place 7 Reinstall the hold down spring 8 Push the electrical connec...

Page 221: ...nal assembly by turning it counterclockwise 4 To remove the turn signal bulb push it in slightly and turn it counterclockwise To remove the parking light bulb pull it straight out of its holder 5 Inst...

Page 222: ...em apart 4 Turn the socket one quarter turn counterclockwise to remove it from the lens 5 Pull the bulb straight out of its socket Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it bottoms 6 Put the...

Page 223: ...by turning it one quarter turn counterclockwise and pulling it outward 4 If the turn signal light bulb back up bulb or tail stoplight bulb is burned out remove it by pushing it in and turning counterc...

Page 224: ...sembly away from the bracket 2 Remove the socket from the light assembly by turning it one quarter turn counterclockwise 3 Pull the bulb straight out of the socket 4 Install the new bulb in the socket...

Page 225: ...all use the same bulb 1 Remove the lens by carefully prying on the edge with your fingernail or a small flat tip screwdriver The two lenses on the roof mounted interior light come out as a unit FOOTW...

Page 226: ...Lights On cars with removable roof NSX T On the fixed roof model Except NSX T Maintenanc e INTERIOR INTERIOR TRUNK...

Page 227: ...is being stored indoors Disconnect the battery Support the front wiper blade arms with a folded towel or rag so they do not touch the windshield To minimize sticking apply a silicone spray lubricant t...

Page 228: ...nt brightwork wheels and interior Also included are several things you can do to help prevent corrosion Exterior Care 226 Washing 226 Power Antenna Cleaning 227 Waxing 227 Aluminum Wheels 228 Paint To...

Page 229: ...Rinse the car thoroughly with cool water to remove loose dirt Fill a bucket with cool water Mix in a mild detergent such as dishwashing liquid or a product made especially for car washing Wash the ca...

Page 230: ...in large patches It should form into beads or droplets after waxing You should use a quality liquid or paste wax Apply it according to the instructions on the container In general there are two types...

Page 231: ...onge to clean the wheels Paint Touch up Your dealer has touch up paint to match your car s color The color code is printed on a sticker on the driver s doorjamb Take this code to your dealer so you ar...

Page 232: ...ns that come with the cleaner Vinyl Remove dirt and dust with a vacuum cleaner Wipe the vinyl with a soft cloth dampened in a solution of mild soap and water Use the same solution with a soft bristle...

Page 233: ...tle pressure and wipe side to side Air Fresheners If you want to use an air freshener deodorizer in the interior of your car it is best to use a solid type Some liquid air fresheners contain chemi cal...

Page 234: ...e a high pressure spray to clean the underside of your car This is especially important in areas that use road salt in winter It is also a good idea in humid climates and areas subject to salt air Be...

Page 235: ...hey do not give the same high quality appearance Inspect areas of the body that have been repaired rather than replaced Try to look at the inside surfaces Make sure the repair included reapplication o...

Page 236: ...l also find instructions on getting your car towed Changing a Flat Tire 234 If Your Engine Won t Start 247 Nothing Happens or the Starter Motor Operates Very Slowly 247 The Starter Operates Normally 2...

Page 237: ...hts and turn the ignition switch to LOCK 0 Have your passenger get out of the car while you change the tire 3 Open the hood see page 133 Unscrew the wing bolt holding the folding spare tire Remove the...

Page 238: ...loth when handling the tools 5 Place the air pump near the flat tire Open the nearest window and route the air pump s power cord through the open window CONTINUED Taking Care of the Unexpected The rad...

Page 239: ...wheel wrench 8 Locate the jacking point nearest the tire you need to change It is pointed to by an arrow molded into the underside of the body Place the jack under the jacking point Turn the end brac...

Page 240: ...th your NSX to raise the car 9 Use the extension and wheel wrench as shown to raise the car until the flat tire is off the ground 10 Remove the wheel nuts and flat tire Temporarily place the flat tire...

Page 241: ...he air valve toward the bottom Put the wheel nuts back on finger tight then tighten them in a crisscross pattern with the wheel wrench until the wheel is firmly against the hub Do not try to tighten t...

Page 242: ...r and turn the ignition switch to ACCESSORY I This will start the air pump to inflate the tire Do not climb into the car when it is on the jack You could cause the car to roll off the jack damaging th...

Page 243: ...with the supplied pressure gauge Inflate to Front 26 psi 180 kPa 1 8 kgf cm 2 Rear 32 psi 220 kPa 2 2 kgf cm 2 16 When finished reach in and turn the ignition switch to LOCK 0 Unplug the air pump pow...

Page 244: ...in the same crisscross pattern Have the wheel nut torque checked at the nearest automotive service facility Tighten the wheel nuts to 80 lbf ft 108 N m 11 kgf m 20 Store the jack wheel wrench extensi...

Page 245: ...he Folding Spare Tire Before returning the folding spare tire to its compartment you must let out all the air It will fold back to its original space saving shape The folding spare tire must be off th...

Page 246: ...alve cap Use the notch on the valve cap to unscrew the spare tire valve core until the air starts coming out Use your hand to shield your eyes The valve core can fly out under pressure Keep your finge...

Page 247: ...to tighten the valve core 5 Put the rubber cap back on the valve cap Screw the valve cap back on the folding spare tire valve 6 Remove the folding spare tire and install the original tire and wheel n...

Page 248: ...e of the air pump will become hot during use Do not touch the air pump while in use Continuous operation for more than 15 minutes could damage the air pump Let it cool down before using it again Foldi...

Page 249: ...l of the folding spare tire is designed especially to fit your car Do not use your spare tire on another car unless it is the same make and model The folding spare tire cannot be repaired Special equi...

Page 250: ...oded will cause the immobilizer system indicator in the dash panel to blink rapidly Check the transmission interlock If you have a manual transmission the clutch pedal must be pushed all the way to th...

Page 251: ...aster than normal when you turn the ignition switch to START III but the engine does not run Are you using the proper starting procedure Refer to Starting the Engine on page 145 Do you have fuel Turn...

Page 252: ...ather check the condition of the electrolyte If it seems slushy or like ice do not try jump starting until it thaws If a battery sits in extreme cold the electrolyte inside can freeze Attempting to lu...

Page 253: ...the positive terminal on the booster battery Connect the other end to the JUMP START terminal in the fuse box 5 Connect the second jumper cable to the negative terminal on the booster battery Connect...

Page 254: ...starter motor still operates slowly check the jumper cable connections to make sure they have good metal to metal contact 8 Once your car is running discon nect the negative cable from your car then...

Page 255: ...on in Neutral or Park and set the parking brake Turn off the climate control and all other accessories Turn on the hazard warning indicators 2 If you see steam and or spray coming from under the car o...

Page 256: ...xpansion tank cap ONLY if the temperature gauge pointer has come down to normal or below and you do not hear any bubbling or gurgling noises coming from the cooling system 9 Use a cloth or glove to pr...

Page 257: ...ng system drained and refilled with the proper mixture as soon as you can 11 Put the expansion tank cap back on tightly Run the engine and watch the temperature gauge If it goes back to the red mark t...

Page 258: ...as you can safely get the car stopped 1 Safely pull off the road and shut off the engine Turn on the hazard warning indicators 2 Let the car sit for a minute Open the engine compartment and check the...

Page 259: ...operated controls such as the power windows Keep the engine running and take extra care not to stall it The starter motor uses lots of current and will discharge the battery rapidly Check the voltmete...

Page 260: ...es Replace the fuel fill cap if it is missing Tightening the cap will not make the indicator turn off immediately it takes three driving trips If the indicator remains on past three driving trips or t...

Page 261: ...our dealer and have the brake system inspected for leaks or worn brake pads However if the brake pedal does not feel normal you should take immediate action Because of the brake system s dual circuit...

Page 262: ...no fuses are blown or the replacement fuse blows immedi ately remove the fuse for the headlight door or doors that won t open Put the cover back on the fuse box 3 Remove the plastic cap on top of the...

Page 263: ...l circuits in your car have fuses to protect them from a short circuit or overload These fuses are located in three fuse boxes UNDER HOOD FUSE BOX INTERIOR FUSE BOX ENGINE COMPARTMENT FUSE BOX Taking...

Page 264: ...side To open it push the tab as shown The engine compartment fuse box is located next to the air cleaner housing To open push the tab as shown INTERIOR The interior fuse box is underneath the dashboa...

Page 265: ...the cause Replace any blown fuses and check the component s operation 1 Turn the ignition switch to LOCK 0 Make sure the headlights and all other accessories are off 2 Remove the cover from the fuse...

Page 266: ...at has a lower rating it might blow out again This does not indicate anything wrong Replace the fuse with one of the correct rating as soon as you can Replacing a fuse with one that has a higher ratin...

Page 267: ...Fuses UNDER HOOD FUSE BOX Canadian Model Taking Care of the Unexpected...

Page 268: ...Fuses Spare Fuse Canadian Model Taking Care of the Unexpected ENGINE COMPARTMENT FUSE BOX INTERIOR FUSE BOX...

Page 269: ...ing the wheels to spin freely at high speeds can damage the automatic transmission Use a tow service to prevent transmission damage For very short distances such as freeing the car you can use the tie...

Page 270: ...el Lift Equipment The tow truck uses two pivoting arms that go under the tires front or rear and lift them off the ground The other two wheels remain on the ground This towing method is not recommende...

Page 271: ...rt the engine Shift to D then to N Turn off the engine Improper towing preparation will damage the transmission Follow the above procedure exactly If you cannot shift the transmission or start the eng...

Page 272: ...System 274 DOT Tire Quality Grading 275 Treadwear 275 Traction 275 Temperature 276 Oxygenated Fuels 277 Driving in Foreign Countries 278 Emissions Controls 279 The Clean Air Act 279 Crankcase Emission...

Page 273: ...censing and insuring your car The easiest place to find the VIN is on a plate fastened to the top of the dashboard You can see it by looking through the windshield on the driver s side It is also on t...

Page 274: ...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 TRANSMISSION...

Page 275: ...AT 2 3 2 model 6 MT 1 Including the coolant in the expansion tank and that remaining in the engine Expansion tank capacity 0 55 US gal 2 1 l 0 46 Imp gal 2 Excluding the oil remaining in the engine T...

Page 276: ...Specification s Technical Information page 265 page 264 page 265...

Page 277: ...the TCS control unit determine if the car is accelerating in a straight line or if it is cornering The TCS can then calculate how much wheelspin if any to allow The NSX has a Drive By Wire system tha...

Page 278: ...mple a tire graded 150 would wear one and one half 1 1 2 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual condi tions of their use...

Page 279: ...ive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Grades...

Page 280: ...or grain alcohol You may use gasoline containing up to 10 percent ethanol by volume Gasoline containing ethanol may be marketed under the name Gasohol MTBE Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether You may use gas...

Page 281: ...lable be aware that using leaded gasoline in your Acura will affect perfor mance and fuel mileage and damage its emissions controls It will no longer comply with U S and Canadian emissions regulations...

Page 282: ...the Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards CMVSS for Emissions valid at the time they are manufactured Crankcase Emissions Control System Your car has a Positive Crankcase Ventilation System This ke...

Page 283: ...ection System During engine warm up air is pumped into the exhaust to reduce emissions when the engine is cold Exhaust Gas Recirculation EGR System The Exhaust Gas Recirculation EGR system takes some...

Page 284: ...lace It can set on fire any com bustible materials that come near it Park your car away from high grass dry leaves or other flammables A defective three way catalytic converter contributes to air poll...

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Page 286: ...y and Customer Relations Customer Relations Information 284 Canada Zone Office Map 285 Warranty Coverages 286 Reporting Safety Defects U S Vehicles 287 Authorized Manuals 289 Warranty and Customer Rel...

Page 287: ...s Acura Automobile Division Client Services Office American Honda Motor Co Inc 1919 Torrance Blvd Torrance CA 90501 2746 or telephone 800 382 2238 In Puerto Rico and the U S Virgin Islands Vortex Moto...

Page 288: ...ER RELATIONS RELATIONS AVEC LA CLIENTELE Honda Canada Inc 715 Milner Avenue Toronto ON M1B 2K8 Tel 1 888 9 ACURA 9 Fax Toll free 1 877 939 0909 Toronto 416 287 4776 Warranty and Customer Relations Hon...

Page 289: ...ecified time period with no mileage limit Accessory Limited Warranty Genuine Acura Accessories are covered under this warranty Time and mileage limits depend on the type of accessory and other factors...

Page 290: ...gation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer...

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Page 292: ...the form For manuals prior to the year shown below contact Helm Incorporated P O Box 07280 Detroit Michigan 48207 or call 1 800 782 4356 Valid only for sales within the U S Canadian owners should con...

Page 293: ...l covers maintenance and recommended procedures for repair to engine and chassis components It is written for the Journeyman mechanic but is simple enough for most mechanically inclined owners to unde...

Page 294: ...ng Wheel 61 Airbag SRS 9 Air Cleaner Element 195 Air Conditioning 91 Maintenance 205 Usage 91 Air Outlets Vents 90 Air Pressure Tires 207 Air Pump 245 Alarm Anti theft 126 Alcohol in Gasoline 277 Alum...

Page 295: ...272 Carbon Monoxide Hazard 41 Cargo Carrying 139 Cassette Player Care 116 Operation 108 CAUTION Explanation of ii CD Changer 118 Certification Label 270 Chains 213 Change Oil How to 181 When to 170 Ch...

Page 296: ...131 Directional Signals 58 Disabled Towing Your Car If 267 Disc Brake Wear Indicators 156 Disposal of Used Oil 182 Do Not Tow a Trailer 163 Doors Locking and Unlocking 69 Lockout Prevention 70 Monito...

Page 297: ...ids Automatic Transmission 191 Brake 193 Clutch 194 Manual Transmission 192 Windshield Washer 190 FM Stereo Radio Reception 106 Folding Spare Tire 245 Foreign Countries Driving in 278 Four way Flasher...

Page 298: ...planing 163 Keys 65 Label Certification 270 Lane Change Signaling 58 Lap Shoulder Belts 35 Leaking of Exhaust into Car 41 Leather Cleaning 229 Lighter Cigarette 86 Lights Bulb Replacement 216 Courtesy...

Page 299: ...eeds 147 NOTICE Explanation of ii Numbers Identification 270 Octane Requirement Gasoline 128 Odometer 54 Odometer Trip 54 Oil Change How to 181 Change When to 170 Checking Engine 131 Pressure Gauge 53...

Page 300: ...185 Engine Oil and Filter 181 Fuel Filter 197 Fuses 262 Light Bulbs 216 Schedule 170 Spark Plugs 197 Tires 211 Wiper Blades 203 Replacing Seat Belts After a Crash 36 Reserve Tank Engine Coolant 133 Re...

Page 301: ...a Dead Battery 249 Steam Coming from Engine 252 Steam from under the Car 252 Steering Wheel Adjustments 61 Anti theft Column Lock 68 Stereo Sound System 100 Storing Your Car 224 Stuck Car 266 Suppleme...

Page 302: ...r Light 51 Turn Signals 58 Underside Cleaning 230 Unexpected Taking Care of the 233 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 275 Unleaded Gasoline 128 Upholstery Cleaning 229 Used Oil How to Dispose of 182 Vehicl...

Page 303: ...dows Cleaning 230 Operating the Power 73 Opening the Rear 130 Rear Defogger 57 Windshield Cleaning 60 Defroster 97 Wipers Windshield Changing Blades 203 Operation 59 Worn Tires 209 Wrecker Emergency T...

Page 304: ...referred or a DEXRON III ATF as a temporary replacement see page 191 6 speed Manual Transmission Fluid Honda Manual Transmission Fluid preferred or an API service SG SH or SJ SAE 10W 30 or 10W 40 moto...

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