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Honda 2005 NSX User Manual

Honda 2005 NSX
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Contents
Introduction ....................................................................................................................................... i
A Few Words About Safety................................................................................................................ ii
Your Vehicle at a Glance................................................................................................................... 3
Driver and Passenger Safety ............................................................................................................ 5
Seat belts, SRS, and child protection.
Instruments and Controls................................................................................................................. 39
Indicators, gauges, dashboard, and steering column.
Features
................................................
.............................................................................................. 77
Heating and cooling, audio, steering wheel, and cruise control.
Before Driving.................................................................................................................................. 103
Fuel, vehicle break-in, and cargo loading.
Driving ................................................................................................
.............................................. 117
Engine and transmission operation.
Maintenance..................................................................................................................................... 135
Schedules, fluid checking, minor services, and vehicle storage.
Taking Care of the Unexpected.....................................................................................................
. 171
Flat tire, dead battery, overheating, fuses.
Technical Information..................................................................................................................... 199
Vehicle specifications, tires, fuels, and emissions controls.
Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada)................................................................ 211
Warranty and contact information.
Authorized Manuals (U.S. only)...................................................................................................... 215
How to order.
Index..................................................................................................................................................... I
Service Information Summary
Fluid capacities and tire pressures.
Owner's Identification Form

Table of Contents

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Honda 2005 NSX Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandHonda
Model2005 NSX
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction

California Proposition 65 Warning

Warning about chemicals known to cause cancer and birth defects.

Event Data Recorders

Information on the vehicle's equipped event data recorders.

Driver and Passenger Safety

Important Safety Precautions

Key recommendations for safe operation and occupant protection.

Your Vehicle’s Safety Features

Overview of features designed to protect occupants during a crash.

Seat Belts

Details on why and how to properly use seat belts for safety.

Airbags

Information about the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) front airbags.

Protecting Adults and Teens

Guidelines for properly protecting adult and teenage occupants.

Protecting Children

General guidelines for safely restraining infants and children in vehicles.

Safety Labels

Location and purpose of warning labels on the vehicle.

Instruments and Controls

Component Locations

Diagrams showing the location of major vehicle components.

Instrument Panel and Indicators

Explanation of the instrument panel layout and warning indicators.

Gauges

Descriptions of the temperature, oil pressure, voltmeter, and fuel gauges.

Steering Column Controls

Information on controlling lights, wipers, and other functions from the steering column.

Vehicle Access and Security

Details on keys, immobilizer system, door locks, and remote transmitter.

Comfort and Convenience Features

Information on seats, power windows, roof panel, mirrors, parking brake, and interior items.

Features

Vents, Heating, and A/C

Operation of the vehicle's ventilation and climate control system.

Climate Control

How to use automatic and semi-automatic climate control modes.

Audio System Operation

Instructions for playing the radio, tapes, and CDs, and adjusting sound.

Security System

How the vehicle's security system protects against theft.

Cruise Control

How to use and adjust the cruise control system for maintaining speed.

Before Driving

Vehicle Preparation and Checks

Essential checks and preparations before driving the vehicle.

Break-in Period

Recommendations for the initial driving period to ensure reliability.

Fuel Recommendation

Guidance on selecting the correct type and grade of gasoline.

Service Station Procedures

Instructions for refueling and checking fluids at a service station.

Fuel Economy

Tips for improving fuel efficiency and maximizing mileage.

Accessories and Modifications

Warnings and advice regarding vehicle modifications and accessory installation.

Carrying Cargo

Guidelines for safely loading and securing luggage and cargo.

Driving

Driving Guidelines

Advice for optimal handling and performance on different road conditions.

Vehicle Operation Basics

Checks before driving, starting the engine, and transmission operation.

Transmission Systems

Details on manual and automatic transmission operation and shifting.

Vehicle Control Systems

Information on parking, braking, ABS, and traction control systems.

Towing a Trailer

Warning against towing trailers with this vehicle.

Maintenance

Maintenance Safety and Schedules

Importance of maintenance, safety precautions, and selecting the correct schedule.

Maintenance Record

Section for recording completed maintenance services.

Fluid Checks and Replacements

Procedures for checking and adding engine oil, coolant, transmission, brake, and washer fluids.

Component Maintenance

Guidance on maintaining timing belt, lights, seat belts, and wiper blades.

Tires and Battery

Information on tire care, pressure, rotation, and battery maintenance.

Vehicle Storage

Steps for preparing the vehicle for extended storage.

Taking Care of the Unexpected

Changing a Flat Tire

Step-by-step instructions for changing a flat tire safely.

Engine Starting and Overheating Issues

Troubleshooting guide for engine starting problems and overheating.

Indicator Lights and Warnings

Explanations of dashboard indicators for oil pressure, charging, and malfunction lamps.

Fuses and Electrical Systems

How to check and replace fuses to diagnose electrical issues.

Emergency Procedures

Guidance for emergency towing and dealing with a stuck vehicle.

Technical Information

Vehicle Identification and Specifications

Details on VIN, engine/transmission numbers, and vehicle dimensions/capacities.

Tire Information

Grading systems for tire treadwear, traction, and temperature.

Emissions Control Systems

Overview of the vehicle's emissions control systems and their function.

State Emissions Testing

Procedures for preparing the vehicle for emissions testing.

Warranty and Customer Relations

Customer Service Information

How to contact Acura for service and support.

Warranty Details

Summary of new vehicle, emissions, and accessory warranty coverages.

Authorized Manuals

Information on how to purchase factory service and repair manuals.

Service Information Summary

Fluid Specifications

Summary of recommended fluids, capacities, and change intervals.

Tire Pressure Specifications

Recommended cold tire pressures for normal and high-speed driving.

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