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MAINTENANCE
Engine Oil
We recommend you check the engine oil level each time you refuel.
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Checking the Oil
From inside the vehicle:
1. Display the Oil Level Check Assist in the driver
information interface (see page 51) .
2. Run the engine until the Warm Up gauge is full.
3. Park on level ground and shift to (P). Idle the engine until
the Idle Time gauge is full and and the Ready to Check
Oil Level message appears. Do not press the accelerator
during this time.
4. Set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK). Start a two-
minute timer.
5. Open the hatch
From outside the vehicle:
1. Remove the passenger-side engine cover (see page 182)
2. When the two-minute timer completes, remove the
dispstick (orange loop), wipe it clean, and reinsert it (flat
side of loop toward oil fill cap)
3. Remove the dipstick and check the oil level. It should be
between the upper and lower marks. Add oil if needed.
When finished, select a different display in the driver
information interface.
Upper Mark
Lower Mark
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Recommended Engine Oil
Use full synthetic, 0W-40 motor oil such as Ultimate
Full Synthetic Motor Oil, Type 3, 0W-40
, available at your
authorized Acura NSX dealer.
Ambient Temperature
Acura cannot ensure proper engine operation and durability if other engine oil is used..
NOTICE