Acura NSX (2017 year). Instruction — part 8

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Locking and Unlocking the Doors

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Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside

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Pull the inner handle.

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The door unlocks and opens in one
motion.

Unlocking and opening the driver’s door with the inner handle unlocks both doors.

To avoid both doors to be unlocking, use the lock tab on the driver’s door to unlock,
then lock again before opening the door.

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This setting works for one time only. If you do not want both doors to be
unlocked all the time, customize the Auto Door Unlock setting to Off using
the audio/information screen.

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Unlocking Using the Inner Handle

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Unlocking Using the Inner Handle

The inner door handles are designed to allow
occupants to open the door in one motion. However,
this feature requires that occupants never pull an
inner handle while the vehicle is in motion.

Inner Handle

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Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside

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Press the master door lock switch in as shown
to lock or unlock both doors.

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Using the Master Door Lock Switch

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Using the Master Door Lock Switch

When you lock/unlock the driver’s door using the
master door lock switch, the passenger’s door locks/
unlocks at the same time.

To Unlock

To Lock

Master Door Lock Switch

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Auto Door Locking/Unlocking

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Auto Door Locking/Unlocking

Your vehicle locks and unlocks both doors automatically when a certain condition is
met.

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Drive lock mode

Both doors lock when the vehicle’s speed reaches about 10 mph (15 km/h).

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Driver’s door open mode

Both doors unlock when the driver’s door is opened.

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Auto Door Locking

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Auto Door Unlocking

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Auto Door Locking/Unlocking

You can turn off or change to another auto door
locking/unlocking setting using the audio/
information screen.

2 Customized Features P. 232

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Opening and Closing the Hatch

Precautions for Opening/Closing the Hatch

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Opening the hatch

Open the hatch all the way.

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If it is not fully opened, the hatch may begin to close under its own weight.

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Closing the hatch

Keep the hatch closed while driving to:

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Avoid possible damage.

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Prevent exhaust gas from leaking into the vehicle.

2 Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 67

Using the Hatch Release Button

Press the hatch release button on the driver’s
door unlocks and opens the hatch.

2 When You Cannot Open the Hatch P. 450

Hatch Release Button

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Opening and Closing the Hatch

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Using the Remote Transmitter

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Push the release button on the hatch after the
doors are unlocked.

2 When You Cannot Open the Hatch P. 450

Even if the hatch is locked, you can open the
hatch if you carry the keyless access remote.

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The beeper sounds.

Using the Remote Transmitter

Press the hatch release button for
approximately one second to unlock and open
the hatch.

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Using the Hatch Release Button

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If you forget the remote inside, the beeper will
sound and the hatch will not close.

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A person who is not carrying the keyless access
remote can unlock the hatch if a person who is
carrying it is within range.

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If the beeper sounds after close the hatch, move
the keyless access remote away from the trunk and
close again.

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The keyless access remote may not operate if it is
too close to the hatch.

Hatch
Release
Button

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Hatch Main Switch

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Hatch Main Switch

The hatch main switch disables the hatch
release button on the remote transmitter, the
hatch release button on the hatch and the
hatch release button on the driver’s door to
protect luggage in the trunk.
1. Turn off the hatch main switch in the glove

box.

2. Lock the glove box.

Emergency Hatch Opener

The hatch release lever allows you to open the
hatch from inside for your safety.

Slide the release lever in the direction of the
arrow.

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Hatch Main Switch

If you need to give the key to someone else, remove
the built-in key from the keyless access remote by
sliding the release knob, and give the remote as a
valet key.

Main Switch

ON

OFF

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Emergency Hatch Opener

Parents should decide if their children should be
shown how to use this feature.

Lever

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Security System

Immobilizer System

The immobilizer system prevents a key that has not been pre-registered from
starting the power system. Each key contains electronic transmitters that use
electronic signals to verify the key.

Pay attention to the following when pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button:
• Do not allow objects that emit strong radio waves near the ENGINE START/

STOP button.

• Make sure the key is not covered by or touching a metal object.
• Do not bring a key from another vehicle’s immobilizer system near the ENGINE

START/STOP button.

• Do not put the key near magnetic items. Electronic devices, such as a televisions

and audio systems emit strong magnetic fields. Note that even a key chain can
become magnetic.

Security System Alarm

The security system alarm activates when the hood, hatch or doors are forcibly
opened. The alarm does not go off if the hatch or doors are opened with the key,
remote transmitter or keyless access system.

However, the alarm goes off when a door is opened with the key, then select other
than

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P or the hood is opened before the power mode is set to ON.

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When the security system alarm activates

The horn sounds intermittently, and some exterior lights flash.

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To deactivate the security system alarm

Unlock the vehicle using the remote transmitter or keyless access system, or the
power mode is set to ON. The system, along with the horn and flashing lights, is
deactivated.

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Immobilizer System

NOTICE

Leaving the keyless access remote in the vehicle can
result in theft or accidental movement of the vehicle.
Always take the remote with you whenever you leave
the vehicle unattended.

Do not alter the system or add other devices to it.
Doing so may damage the system and make your
vehicle inoperable.

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Security System Alarm

The security alarm continues for a maximum of two
minutes until the security system deactivates.

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Security System

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Security System Alarm

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Setting the security system alarm

The security system alarm automatically sets when the following conditions have
been met:
• The power mode is set to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK).
• The hood and hatch are closed.
• Both doors are locked from outside with the key, remote transmitter or keyless

access system.

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When the security system alarm sets

The security system indicator in the instrument panel blinks. When the blinking
interval changes after about 15 seconds, the security system is set.

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To cancel the security system alarm

The security system is canceled when the vehicle is unlocked using the remote
transmitter, keyless access system, or the power mode is set to ON. The security
system indicator goes off at the same time.

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Security System Alarm

Do not set the security system alarm when someone
is in the vehicle or a window is open. The system can
accidentally activate when:

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The door is unlocked with the lock tab.

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The hatch is opened with the hatch release button
on the driver’s door or with the emergency hatch
opener.

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The gear position is shifted out of

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P.

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The hood is opened with the hood release.

If the 12-volt battery goes dead after you have set the
security system alarm, the security alarm may go off
once the 12-volt battery is recharged or replaced.
If this occurs, deactivate the security system alarm by
unlocking a door using the remote transmitter or
keyless access system.

Do not alter the system or add other devices to it.
Doing so may damage the system and make your
vehicle inoperable.

Do not open the hatch with the key unless it is an
emergency.
Opening the hatch with the key will trigger the
security system.

2 When You Cannot Open the Hatch P. 450

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Security System

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The panic button on the remote
transmitter

If you press the panic button for
approximately one second, the following will
occur for about 30 seconds:
• The horn sounds.
• Some exterior lights flash.

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Canceling panic mode

Press any button on the remote transmitter, or set the power mode to ON.

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Panic Mode

Panic
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Opening and Closing the Windows

Opening/Closing the Power Windows

The power windows can be opened and closed when the power mode is in ON,
using the switches on the doors. The driver’s side switches can be used to open and
close both windows.

The power window lock button on the driver’s side must be switched off (not
pushed in, indicator off) to open and close the passenger’s window from the
passenger’s side.

When the power window lock button is pushed in, the indicator comes on and you
can only operate the driver’s window. Turn the power window lock button on if a
child is in the vehicle.

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Automatic operation

To open: Push the switch down firmly.
To close: Pull the switch up firmly.

The window opens or closes completely. To
stop the window at any time, push or pull the
switch briefly.

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Instruction operation

To open: Push the switch down lightly, and
hold it until the desired position is reached.
To close: Pull the switch up lightly, and hold it
until the desired position is reached.

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Opening/Closing the Windows with Auto-Open/Close Function

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Opening/Closing the Power Windows

The power windows can be operated for up to 10
minutes after you set the power mode to VEHICLE
OFF (LOCK).
Opening either door cancels this function.

Auto Reverse
If a power window senses resistance when closing
automatically, it stops closing and reverses direction.

The driver’s window auto reverse function is disabled
when you continuously pull up the switch.

The auto reverse function stops sensing when the
window is almost closed to ensure that it fully closes.

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WARNING

Closing a power window on someone’s
hands or fingers can cause serious injury.

Make sure your passenger is away from the
windows before closing them.

ON
OFF

Power Window
Lock Button

Indicator

Driver’s
Window
Switch

Passenger’s
Window Switch

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To open: Press the unlock button, and then
within 10 seconds, press it again and hold it. If
the windows stop midway, repeat the
procedure.

To open: Unlock the driver’s door with the
key. Within 10 seconds of returning the key to
the central position, turn the key in the unlock
direction and hold it there.
To close: Lock the driver’s door with the key.
Within 10 seconds of returning the key to the
central position, turn the key in the lock
direction and hold it there.

Release the key to stop the windows at the
desired position. If you want further
adjustment, repeat the same operation.

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Opening the Windows with the Remote

Unlock
Button

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Opening/Closing the Windows with the Key

Close

Open

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Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel

ENGINE START/STOP Button

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Changing the Power Mode

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ENGINE START/STOP Button

ENGINE START/STOP Button Operating Range

You can start the power system when the keyless
access remote is inside the vehicle.
The power system may also start if the keyless access
remote is close to the door or window, even if it is
outside the vehicle.

If the keyless access remote battery is weak, beeper
sounds and the To Start, Hold Remote Near Start
Button message appears on the driver information
interface.

2 If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is

Weak P. 432

Do not leave the power mode in ACCESSORY or ON
when you get out.

Operating Range

VEHICLE OFF (LOCK)
The button is off.
The power to all electrical components is turned off.
Blinking in white (when the door is opened).

Press the button.

Without pressing
the brake pedal

ACCESSORY
The button blinks (in red).
Operate the audio system and other accessories in
this position.

ON
The button is on in red.
All electrical components can be used.

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ENGINE START/STOP Button

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If you leave the vehicle for more than 30 minutes with the transmission in

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the power mode in ACCESSORY, the vehicle will automatically go into VEHICLE OFF
(LOCK) mode to prevent draining the 12-volt battery.

If you open the driver’s door when the power mode is set to ACCESSORY, a warning
buzzer will sounds.

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Automatic Power Off

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Power Mode Reminder

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ENGINE START/STOP Button

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Warning buzzers may sound from inside and/
or outside the vehicle to remind you that the
keyless access remote is out of the vehicle. If
the buzzer continues even after the remote is
put back inside, place it to be within its
operational range.

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When the power mode is in ON

If the keyless access remote is taken out of the
vehicle, and the driver’s door is closed,
warning buzzers sound from both inside and
outside the vehicle. A warning message on
the driver information interface notifies the
driver inside that the remote is out.

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When the power mode is in
ACCESSORY

If the keyless access remote is taken out of the
vehicle, and the driver’s door is closed, a
warning buzzer sounds from outside the
vehicle.

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Keyless Access Remote Reminder

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Keyless Access Remote Reminder

When the keyless access remote is within the
system’s operational range, and the driver’s door is
closed, the warning function cancels.

If the keyless access remote is taken out of the vehicle
after the power system has been turned on, you can
no longer change the ENGINE START/STOP button
mode or restart the power system. Always make sure
if the remote is in your vehicle when you operate the
ENGINE START/STOP button.

Removing the keyless access remote from the vehicle
through a window does not activate the warning
buzzer.

Do not put the keyless access remote on the
dashboard or in the glove box. It may cause the
warning buzzer to go off. Under some other
conditions that can prevent the vehicle from locating
the remote, the warning buzzer may also go off even
if the remote is within the system’s operational
range.

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Turn Signals

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Turn Signals

The turn signals can be used when the power
mode is in ON.

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One-touch turn signal

When you lightly push up or down and release
the turn signal lever, the exterior turn signals
and turn signal indicator blink three times.

This feature can be used when signaling for a
lane change.

Right Turn

Left Turn

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Light Switches

Rotating the light switch turns the lights on
and off, regardless of the power mode
setting.

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High beams

Push the lever forward until you hear a click.

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Low beams

When in high beams, pull the lever back to
return to low beams.

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Flashing the high beams

Pull the lever back, and release it.

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Lights off

Turn the lever to OFF either when:
• The transmission is in

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P.

• The parking brake is applied.

To turn the lights on again, turn the lever to
OFF to cancel the lights off mode. Even if you
do not cancel the lights off mode, the lights
come on automatically when:
• The gear position is changed out of

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P.

• The parking brake is released.
• The vehicle starts to move.

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Instruction Operation

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Light Switches

If you leave the power mode in VEHICLE OFF (LOCK)
while the lights are on, a chime sounds when the
driver’s door is opened.

When the lights are on, the lights on indicator in the
instrument panel will be on.

2 Lights On Indicator P. 81

If you sense that the level of the headlights is
abnormal, have your vehicle inspected by an
authorized Acura NSX dealer.

Do not leave the lights on when the power system is
off because it will cause the 12-volt battery to
discharge.

High Beams

Flashing the high beams

Low Beams

Turns on parking, side marker,
tail, and rear license plate lights

Turns on headlights, parking,
side marker, tail, and rear license
plate lights

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