1998 Acura NSX C30A (NA1)

Engine identity

Oils and fluids

Service and parts data

Common and chronic problems

• Timing belt tensioner wear leading to belt failure risk
• Aging suspension bushings

First checks

• Inspect timing belt condition and replacement history
• Check for signs of overheating or coolant leaks

Avant de remplacer des pièces

• Save fault codes and freeze-frame data before clearing anything.
• Check engine oil, coolant and transmission fluid using the correct temperature and service procedure.
• Verify power, ground, connectors, hoses, leaks and live data before replacing expensive parts.

Important notes

• The 1998 NSX maintained the original 3.0L C30A V6 engine; 3.2L C32B variant was introduced in 1997 and continued until 2001 in some markets.
• Automatic transmission was primarily available in North America and Japan; other markets mostly offered manual only.