Functional and repair information
Introduction Failure of the NSX active speakers is a common fault, especially for the early build years. The modules are class-D switching amplifiers with a MOS-FET driver bridge for low impedance (2 Ω) speakers. The amplifier can be divided into these main sections: Output drivers (MOS-FET transistors) and Filter (coils) Transistors used are from either STMicroelectronics (ST) or International Rectifiers (I▽R) with the BOSE-internal part number 137110 One ...
Updated 20-03-2022 at 08:59 AM by Heineken
Introduction The Supplementary Restrain System (SRS) ECU suffers from ageing capacitors the same way as many other ECUs in the NSX. Two things makes it a special issue: The SRS is a safety device and a permanently lit warning light means failing the regular vehicle checks in most countries. Especially the first generation ECUs (cars with only a driver's Airbag) tend to fail by shorting an important MOS-FET inside the housing which complicates repairs. Diagnostic Due ...
Updated 21-02-2021 at 03:49 PM by Heineken
Introduction Each of the NSX's active speakers contain an amplifier module. Similar to most of the Electronic Control Units (ECUs) in the car, the capacitors in these modules tend to fail by leaking electrolyte. Especially the first generation of amplifiers (they can be identified by at least one small green capacitor) are known to leak early (sometimes after less then ten years) and resulting in most NSX having their amplifiers replaced at least once. Modules with heavy leakage may ...
Updated 16-07-2021 at 07:53 PM by Heineken
Introduction A number of sports cars from the 80s and 90s, were equipped with a BOSE audio system. A popular example, beside the NSX is the Corvette. These systems were specifically tuned to the vehicle to create the typical BOSE sound. Similar amplifiers are used in the Corvette C4. Details Three specifically tuned amplifiers make up the system. Each one build into the speaker enclosures in the left door, right door and the passenger foot well. Door amplifiers are having ...
Updated 08-03-2021 at 09:02 PM by Heineken
Introduction Since its launch, the NSX was equipped with a driver's airbag. As of 1993 a passenger airbag and seat belt tensioners were added. The system is of rather simple design with the ECU containing an acceleration sensor that works together with two dash sensors and fires the airbag and seat tensioners upon front impact. ...
Updated 22-12-2021 at 08:53 PM by Heineken