Honda 2004 S2000, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...onvenience features Before Driving 99 What gasoline to use how to break in your new vehicle and how to load luggage and other cargo Driving 111 The proper way to start the engine shift the transmission and park plus towing a trailer Maintenance 119 The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you need to take your vehicle to the dealer Taking Care of the Unexpected 153 This section covers several probl...

Page 2: ...uded in this publication were in effect at the time of approval for printing Honda Motor Co Ltd reserves the right however to discontinue or change specifications or design at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation whatsoever Owner s Identification OWNER ADDRESS V I N DELIVERY DATE DEALER NAME DEALER NO ADDRESS OWNER S SIGNATURE DEALER S SIGNATURE STREET CITY STATE PROVINCE Z...

Page 3: ...onsibilities Maintaining your vehicle according to the schedules given in this manual helps to keep your driving trouble free while it preserves your investment When your vehicle needs maintenance keep in mind that your Honda dealer s staff is specially trained in servicing the many systems unique to your Honda Your Honda dealer is dedicated to your satisfaction and will be pleased to answer any q...

Page 4: ... this important safety information in a variety of forms including on the vehicle preceded by a safety alert symbol and one of three signal words or These signal words mean such as Important Safety Reminders or Important Safety Precautions such as Driver and Passenger Safety This entire book is filled with important safety information please read it carefully how to use this vehicle correctly and ...

Page 5: ...OOD RELEASE HANDLE DOOR LOCK SWITCH POWER WINDOW SWITCHES MIRROR CONTROLS ROOF SWITCH AUDIO SYSTEM HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON WINDSHIELD WIPER CONTROLS HAZARD WARNING BUTTON P 48 P 102 P 54 P 59 P 66 P 47 P 50 P 74 P 78 P 49 P 62 ...

Page 6: ...START BUTTON HEADLIGHTS TURN SIGNALS HOOD RELEASE HANDLE CRUISE CONTROL MASTER SWITCH HORN WINDSHIELD WIPERS WASHERS REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS REMOTE AUDIO CONTROLS P 93 P 113 P 48 P 102 P 95 P 47 P 50 P 49 ...

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Page 8: ...Seat Belts 15 Seat Belt System Components 15 Lap Shoulder Belt 16 Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners 16 Seat Belt Maintenance 17 Additional Information About Your Airbags 18 Airbag Components 18 How Your Airbags Work 18 How the SRS Indicator Works 20 Airbag Service 21 Additional Safety Precautions 21 Protecting Children General Guidelines 22 All Children Must Be Restrained 22 Your Vehicle is Not Recom...

Page 9: ...hildren and short adults are at the greatest risk Be sure to follow all instructions and warnings in this manual Alcohol and driving don t mix Even one drink can reduce your ability to respond to changing conditions and your reaction time gets worse with every additional drink So don t drink and drive and don t let your friends drink and drive either Excessive speed is a major factor in crash inju...

Page 10: ...rash However you and your passenger can t take full advantage of these safety features unless you remain sitting in a proper position and always wear your seat belts properly In fact some safety features can contribute to injuries if they are not used properly The following pages explain how you can take an active role in protecting yourself and your passenger Your Vehicle s Safety Features Driver...

Page 11: ...l side rear impacts and rollovers Help keep you from being thrown against the inside of the vehicle and against another occupant Keep you from being thrown out of the vehicle Help keep you in a good position should the airbags ever deploy A good position reduces the risk of injury from an inflating airbag and allows you to get the best advantage from the airbag Of course seat belts cannot complete...

Page 12: ...ce So while airbags help save lives they can cause minor injuries or more serious or even fatal injuries if occupants are not properly restrained or sitting properly Always wear your seat belt properly and sit upright and as far back from the steering wheel while allowing full control of the vehicle A passenger should move the seat as far back from the dashboard as possible 18 Your Vehicle s Safet...

Page 13: ...e be sure the doors are closed and locked Locking the doors also helps prevent an outsider from unexpectedly opening a door when you come to a stop See page for how to lock the doors Adjust driver s seat as far to the rear as possible while allowing you to maintain control of the vehicle Have a passenger adjust his or her seat as far to the rear as possible If you sit too close to the steering whe...

Page 14: ...senger should also adjust the seat back to an comfortable upright position Reclining a seat back so that the shoulder part of the belt no longer rests against the occupant s chest reduces the protective capability of the belt It also increases the chance of sliding under the belt in a crash and being seriously injured The farther a seat back is reclined the greater the risk of injury See page for ...

Page 15: ...e of internal injuries If necessary pull up on the belt again to remove any slack then check that the belt rests across the center of your chest and over your shoulder This spreads the forces of a crash over the strongest bones in your upper body This could cause very serious injuries in a crash Protecting Adults and Teens Fasten and Position the Seat Belts 4 Never place the shoulder portion of a ...

Page 16: ...s off Sitting improperly can increase the chance of injury during a crash For example if an occupant slouches lies down turns sideways sits forward leans forward or sideways or puts one or both feet up the chance of injury during a crash is greatly increased In addition an occupant who is out of position can be seriously or fatally injured in a crash by striking interior parts of the vehicle or be...

Page 17: ...k your doctor if it s okay for you to drive When driving remember to sit upright and adjust the seat as far back as possible while allowing full control of the vehicle When riding as a passenger adjust the seat as far back as possible This will reduce the risk of injuries to both you and your unborn child that can be caused by a crash or an inflating airbag Protecting Adults and Teens Driver and P...

Page 18: ...nd your passenger to fasten your belts Your seat belt system includes lap shoulder belts in both seating positions The seat belts are also equipped with automatic seat belt tensioners If you turn the ignition switch to ON II before fastening your seat belt the beeper sounds and the indicator flashes If you do not fasten your seat belt before the beeper stops the indicator stops flashing but remain...

Page 19: ...r sudden stop the retractor automatically locks the belt to help restrain your body The passenger s seat belt has an additional locking mechanism that must be activated to secure a child seat see page If the shoulder part of the belt is pulled all the way out the locking mechanism will activate The belt will retract but it will not allow the passenger to move freely To deactivate the locking mecha...

Page 20: ...rly will not provide good protection and should be replaced as soon as possible Acura provides a lifetime warranty on seat belts for U S models See your booklet for details If a seat belt is worn during a crash it must be replaced by the dealer A belt that has been worn during a crash may not provide the same level of protection in a subsequent crash The dealer should also inspect the anchors for ...

Page 21: ...l unit and the airbag activators when the ignition is in the ON II position An indicator on the instrument panel that alerts you to a possible problem with your airbags see page Emergency backup power in case your vehicle s electrical system is disconnected in a crash If you ever have a moderate to severe frontal collision sensors will detect the vehicle s rapid deceleration If the rate of deceler...

Page 22: ...ld be minimal After inflating the airbags will immediately deflate so they won t interfere with the driver s visibility or the ability to steer or operate other controls The total time for inflation and deflation is one tenth of a second so fast that most occupants are not aware that the airbags deployed until they see them lying in their laps After a crash you may see what looks like smoke This i...

Page 23: ...e on after you turn the ignition to ON II If the indicator stays on after the engine starts If the indicator comes on or flashes on and off while you drive If you see any of these indications your airbags and seat belt tensioners may not work properly when you need them 16 Additional Information About Your Airbags Driver and Passenger Safety How the SRS Indicator Works 20 Ignoring the SRS indicato...

Page 24: ...to an authorized Honda dealer as soon as possible If you ignore this indication your airbags may not operate properly Together airbags and seat belts provide the best protection Tampering could cause the airbags to deploy possibly causing very serious injury Additional Information About Your Airbags Driver and Passenger Safety Airbag Service Additional Safety Precautions Your airbags ever inflate ...

Page 25: ...o reduce the number of child deaths and injuries every state and Canadian province requires that infants and children be properly restrained when they ride in a vehicle see pages see pages 27 29 30 33 Protecting Children General Guidelines Driver and Passenger Safety All Children Must Be Restrained A larger child must be restrained with a booster until the seat belt fits him her properly A small c...

Page 26: ...jure an infant If the vehicle seat is too far forward or the child s head is thrown forward during a collision an inflating passenger s airbag can strike the child with enough force to kill or very seriously injure them If a larger child must ride in this vehicle see page for important guidelines on how to decide when a child is ready to ride in front and how to properly protect the child 32 32 Pr...

Page 27: ...nger s visors Please read and follow the instructions on these labels To remind you of the airbag hazards your vehicle has warning labels on the driver s and passenger s visors Please read and follow the instructions on these labels Protecting Children General Guidelines Driver and Passenger Safety U S Models Canadian Models 24 ...

Page 28: ...ldren not to play in or around vehicles Know how to operate the emergency trunk opener and decide if your children should be shown how to use this feature see page Keep vehicle keys and remote transmitters out of the reach of children Even very young children learn how to unlock vehicle doors turn on the ignition and open the trunk which can lead to accidental injury or death Do not leave children...

Page 29: ...ts should be restrained in a forward facing upright child seat Of the different seats available we recommend those that have a five point harness system as shown We also recommend that a small child uses the child seat as long as possible until the child reaches the weight or height limit for the seat Protecting Small Children Driver and Passenger Safety Child Seat Type 26 Placing a forward facing...

Page 30: ...ording to the child seat maker s instructions A child who is not properly secured in a child seat can be seriously injured in a crash The following pages provide guidelines on how to properly install a forward facing child seat A child seat secured with a seat belt should be installed as firmly as possible However it does not need to be rock solid Some side to side movement can be expected and sho...

Page 31: ...eat according to the seat maker s instructions then insert the latch plate into the buckle To activate the lockable retractor slowly pull the shoulder part of the belt all the way out until it stops then let the belt feed back into the retractor After the belt has retracted tug on it If the belt is locked you will not be able to pull it out If you can pull the belt out it is not locked and you wil...

Page 32: ...t weight on the child seat or push on the back of the seat while pulling up on the belt Push and pull the child seat forward and from side to side to verify that it is firmly secured If the child seat is not secure unlatch the belt allow it to retract fully then repeat these steps To deactivate the locking mechanism and remove a child seat unlatch the buckle unroute the seat belt and let the belt ...

Page 33: ...child To determine if a lap shoulder belt properly fits a child have the child put on the seat belt then ask yourself Does the child sit all the way back against the seat Do the child s knees bend comfortably over the edge of the seat 1 2 Protecting Larger Children Driver and Passenger Safety Checking Seat Belt Fit 30 Allowing a larger child age 12 or under to ride in the vehicle can result in inj...

Page 34: ...ly without the booster Some states also require children to use a booster until they reach a given age or weight e g 6 years or 60 lbs Be sure to check current laws in the state or states where you intend to drive Booster seats can be high back or low back Whichever style you select make sure the booster meets federal safety standards and that you follow the booster seat maker s instructions A chi...

Page 35: ...houlder belt to properly fit see page If the seat belt does not fit properly with or without the child sitting on a booster the child should not sit in this vehicle If you decide that a child can safely ride in this vehicle be sure to Carefully read the owner s manual and make sure you understand all seat belt instructions and all safety information Move the vehicle seat to the rear most position ...

Page 36: ...d to improve a child s comfort or reposition the shoulder part of a seat belt can make the belt less effective and increase the chance of serious injury in a crash Protecting Larger Children Driver and Passenger Safety Additional Safety Precautions Do not let a child wear a seat belt across the neck Do not let a child put the shoulder part of a seat belt behind the back or under the arm Two childr...

Page 37: ... only long enough to move the vehicle out of the garage With the trunk lid open air flow can pull exhaust gas into your vehicle s interior and create a hazardous condition If you must drive with the trunk lid open open all the windows and set the heating and cooling system as shown below If you must sit in your parked vehicle even in an unconfined area with the engine running adjust the heating an...

Page 38: ... cause serious injury Read these labels carefully If a label comes off or becomes hard to read contact your Honda dealer for a replacement U S models Canadian models U S models only Safety Labels Driver and Passenger Safety 35 BATTERY SUN VISOR RADIATOR SRS SEAT BELT TENSIONER DASHBOARD ...

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Page 40: ...g Wheel 46 Windshield Wipers and Washers 47 Turn Signal and Headlights 48 Instrument Panel Brightness 49 Hazard Warning Button 49 Rear Window Defogger 50 Keys and Locks 51 Immobilizer System 52 Ignition Switch 53 Door Locks 54 Power Door Locks 54 Trunk 54 Emergency Trunk Opener 55 Remote Transmitter 56 Seats 58 Power Windows 59 Convertible Top 61 Mirrors 66 Parking Brake 67 Interior Lights 68 Inte...

Page 41: ... SWITCH HOOD RELEASE HANDLE DOOR LOCK SWITCH POWER WINDOW SWITCHES MIRROR CONTROLS ROOF SWITCH AUDIO SYSTEM HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON WINDSHIELD WIPER CONTROLS HAZARD WARNING BUTTON P 48 P 102 P 54 P 59 P 66 P 47 P 50 P 74 P 78 P 49 P 62 ...

Page 42: ...UEL INDICATOR DOOR OPEN INDICATOR TRUNK OPEN INDICATOR IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP P 42 P 43 P 42 P 40 P 40 P 41 P 42 P 42 P 40 P 41 P 41 P 42 P 167 CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR P 40 PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR MAINTENANCE REQUIRED INDICATOR SEAT BELT REMINDER INDICATOR P 41 ELECTRIC POWER STEERING INDICATOR ...

Page 43: ...u do not fasten your seat belt before the beeper stops the indicator stops flashing but remains on If you continue driving without fastening your seat belt the beeper sounds and the indicator flashes again at regular intervals It comes on when you turn the ignition switch to ON II It is a reminder to check the parking brake a beeper sounds if you try to drive with the parking brake not fully relea...

Page 44: ... the engine and watch the EPS indicator If it does not go off or comes back on again while driving take the vehicle to your dealer to have it checked With the indicator on the EPS is turned off making the vehicle harder to steer This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON II and when you push the START button If it comes on at any other time there is ...

Page 45: ...rake If it comes on at any other time it means there is a problem with the DRL There may also be a problem with the high beam headlights This indicator comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON II It will go off if you have inserted a properly coded ignition key If it is not a properly coded key the indicator will blink and the engine will not start see page This indicator...

Page 46: ...r starts blinking If you exceed 7 500 miles 12 000 km the indicator stays on Turn off the engine Press and hold the TRIP button then turn the ignition switch to ON II Hold the button until the indicator goes off Your dealer will reset this indicator after completing the scheduled maintenance If this maintenance is not done by a Honda dealer reset the indicator as follows 1 2 3 123 124 Instrument P...

Page 47: ... button Each trip meter works independently so you can keep track of two different distances To reset a trip meter display it and then press and hold the TRIP button until you hear a beep and the number resets to 0 0 The select button switches the speedometer reading between miles per hour and kilometer per hour It also changes the odometer and trip meters to read in miles or kilometers correspond...

Page 48: ...ition switch in the ON II position When you finish all the adjustments press the CLOCK button When you finish the minute adjustment press and release the CLOCK button The hour display will blink Adjust the hour by pressing the or button Press and hold the CLOCK button until the minute display blinks Adjust the minute by pressing the or button Turn the ignition switch to ON II To set the clock 1 2 ...

Page 49: ...the Steering Wheel 46 REMOTE AUDIO CONTROLS HOOD RELEASE HANDLE INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS HEADLIGHTS TURN SIGNALS ENGINE START BUTTON CRUISE CONTROL MASTER SWITCH HORN WINDSHIELD WIPERS WASHERS REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON P 48 P 93 P 113 P 102 P 95 P 47 P 50 P 49 ...

Page 50: ...rol lever toward you and hold it The washers spray until you release the lever The wipers run at low speed then complete one more sweep after you release the lever The wipers operate every few seconds In low speed and high speed the wipers run continuously The wipers run at high speed The wipers run at low speed 1 2 3 4 5 6 Windshield Wipers and Washers Instruments and Controls MIST OFF Windshield...

Page 51: ...a reminder tone when you open the driver s door To turn on push the lever forward until you hear a click The blue high beam indicator will come on see page Pull it back to return to low beams To flash the high beams pull the lever back lightly then release it The high beams will stay on as long as you hold the lever back With the headlight switch off the high beam headlights come on with reduced b...

Page 52: ...the instrument panel to flash Use the hazard warning lights if you need to park in a dangerous area near heavy traffic or if your vehicle is disabled Adjust the brightness to the desired level with the headlight switch off and also with the headlight switch on Both settings will remain at those levels until you change them With the headlight switch on you can switch the display to full daytime bri...

Page 53: ...utes It also shuts off when you turn off the ignition You have to turn it on again when you restart the vehicle Do not push the defogger button when the convertible top is folded Make sure the rear window is clear and you have good visibility before starting to drive The defogger wires on the inside of the rear window can be accidentally damaged When cleaning the glass always wipe side to side Rea...

Page 54: ...eplaced Use only Honda approved key blanks These keys contain electronic circuits that are activated by the Immobilizer System They will not work to start the engine if the circuits are damaged Protect the keys from direct sunlight high temperature and high humidity Do not drop the keys or set heavy objects on them Keep the keys away from liquids If they get wet dry them immediately with a soft cl...

Page 55: ...o alter this system or add other devices to it Electrical problems could result that may make your vehicle undriveable If you have lost your key and cannot start your engine contact a Honda dealer As required by the FCC This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must acce...

Page 56: ...you turn the ignition switch from ACCESSORY I to ON II The engine can be started with the key in this position by pressing the engine START button see page You will hear a reminder beeper if you leave the key in the ignition switch in the LOCK 0 or ACCESSORY I position and open the driver s door Remove the key to turn off the beeper You can operate the audio system and the accessory power socket i...

Page 57: ...ose the door Both doors lock when you use the key in the driver s door Using the key in the passenger s door only locks and unlocks that door To unlock only the driver s door from the outside insert the key in the driver s door lock turn the key and release it If you turn the key and hold it both doors will unlock To open the trunk press the trunk release button in the lower console compartment To...

Page 58: ...oid damaging it and to prevent exhaust gas from getting into the interior See Carbon Monoxide Hazard page As a safety feature your vehicle has a release lever on the trunk latch so the trunk can be opened from inside To open the trunk push the release lever to the left Parents should decide if their children should be shown how to use this feature 56 34 Door Locks Instruments and Controls Emergenc...

Page 59: ... lock or unlock the doors with the remote transmitter if either door is not fully closed or the key is in the ignition switch To open the trunk push and hold the TRUNK RELEASE button for about 1 second Press this button for about 1 second to attract attention the horn will sound and the exterior lights will flash for about 30 seconds To cancel panic mode press any other button on the remote transm...

Page 60: ...ect to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment This device complies with Industry Canada Standard RSS 2...

Page 61: ...l seat adjustments before you start driving To adjust the seat forward and backward pull up on the lever under the seat cushion s front edge Then try to move the seat to make sure it is locked in position To change the seat back angle pull up on the lever on the outside of the seat bottom Seats Instruments and Controls 58 ...

Page 62: ... stop Close the window by pulling back on the switch and holding it The driver s armrest has a master power window control panel To open the passenger s window push down on the switch and hold it until the window reaches the desired position To close the window pull back on the window switch Release the switch when the window gets to the position you want Power Windows Instruments and Controls 59 ...

Page 63: ...to lower the driver s window To raise the window you must pull back on the window switch and hold it until the window reaches the desired position The MAIN switch controls power to the passenger s window With this switch off the passenger s window cannot be raised or lowered The MAIN switch does not affect the driver s window Keep the MAIN switch off when you have a child in the vehicle so the chi...

Page 64: ...aged Turn the ignition switch to ON II There is a latch on each side Push in the tabs and pull the locking levers down 1 2 3 CONTINUED Convertible Top Instruments and Controls Lowering the Convertible Top 61 NOTICE LATCH TAB LOCKING LEVER Do not operate the convertible top in freezing weather You can damage the material and the mechanism Do not operate the top if it is wet dirty or covered with ic...

Page 65: ...f 4 5 Convertible Top Instruments and Controls 62 NOTICE LOCKING LEVER ROOF SWITCH Operating the convertible top while any part of a passenger is in the way of the convertible top can cause serious injury Make sure that you your passenger or any other people around the vehicle are clear of the moving convertible top Do not sit on the folded convertible top or any items on top of it You could damag...

Page 66: ...release the buttons If you do not pull the snap button before placing it on the pin you could break the snap Pull the buttons on the fastener straps place them on the pin on the side panel just behind the doors then release the buttons Fit the rear part of the top cover into the space behind the convertible top To remove the cover reverse this procedure 1 2 3 4 5 Convertible Top Instruments and Co...

Page 67: ...ke sure the convertible top is securely latched Push the ROOF switch forward and hold it The windows if raised will lower automatically The convertible top will rise Release the ROOF switch when the top reaches the windshield header 5 6 1 2 3 4 Convertible Top Instruments and Controls Raising the Convertible Top 64 NOTICE TAB LATCH LOCKING LEVER Operating the convertible top while any part of a pa...

Page 68: ...ase available from your Honda dealer P N 08798 9013 onto the seals wherever they touch the convertible top or each other Do not lean or sit on an open door Do not push or pull the door glass to open and close the door The convertible top seals are designed to promote the flow of water off the roof Spraying high pressure water directly on the seals can distort them causing a leak Use only a low pre...

Page 69: ...adlights behind you Flip the tab on the bottom edge of the mirror to select the day or night position Push the appropriate edge of the adjustment switch to move the mirror right left up or down When you finish move the selector switch to the center off position This turns off the adjustment switch so you can t move a mirror out of position by accidentally bumping the switch 1 2 3 Mirrors Instrumen...

Page 70: ... instrument panel should go out when the parking brake is fully released see page If you try to drive the vehicle without releasing the parking brake the ABS indicator may come on and the ABS may not work properly 40 Parking Brake Instruments and Controls 67 NOTICE Driving the vehicle with the parking brake applied can damage the rear brakes and axles ...

Page 71: ...uously If the three position switch is in the center position the interior light will come on when you remove the key from the ignition switch In addition when the three position switch is in the center position with both doors closed the two bulbs in the interior light can be turned on separately by the pushbutton switches next to them Push the switch to turn the light on or off Interior Lights I...

Page 72: ...Interior Convenience Items Instruments and Controls 69 BEVERAGE HOLDER CONSOLE COMPARTMENT ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET AUDIO PANEL ...

Page 73: ...electrical components in the interior This socket is intended to supply power for 12 volt DC accessories that are rated 120 watts or less 10 amps The area between the seat has two compartments Open the lower compartment by squeezing the handle Close it with a firm push You can lock or unlock the lower compartment with the master key Interior Convenience Items Instruments and Controls Beverage Hold...

Page 74: ...e lever and lift the lid To close lower the lid and push it down until it latches To open the audio panel push on the top center and let the panel swing down To close pivot the panel up and push on it until it latches Interior Convenience Items Instruments and Controls Audio Panel 71 ...

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Page 76: ...an optional audio system refer to the operating instructions that came with it Vents Heating and A C 74 Airflow Buttons 75 Playing the Radio 78 Radio Reception 81 Playing a CD 83 CD Changer 84 Protecting Your CDs 85 CD Player Error Messages 86 CD Changer Error Messages 87 Playing the XM Satellite Radio 88 Remote Audio Controls 93 Radio Theft Protection 94 Cruise Control 95 Comfort and Convenience ...

Page 77: ...Vents Heating and A C Comfort and Convenience Features 74 RECIRCULATION BUTTON AIR CONDITIONING BUTTON FAN CONTROL LEVER MODE CONTROL DIAL TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL ...

Page 78: ...irculation mode when driving through dusty or smoky conditions then return to Fresh Air mode This button turns the rear window defogger off and on see page Use the mode control dial to select the vents the air flows from Some air will flow from the dashboard vents in all modes Air flows from the vents on both sides of the instrument panel and from the dashboard vent in front of the passenger Airfl...

Page 79: ...he red zone turn off the A C until the gauge reads normally Turn on the A C by pressing the button The indicator in the button comes on when a fan speed is selected Make sure the temperature control dial is all the way to the left Select If the outside air is humid select Recirculation mode If the outside air is dry select Fresh Air mode Set the fan to the desired speed you can cool it down more r...

Page 80: ...erature is above 32 F 0 C Set the fan to the desired speed Select When you select the system automatically switches to Fresh Air mode and turns on the A C Adjust the temperature control dial so the airflow feels warm Select to help clear the rear window To clear the windows faster you can close the dashboard corner vents and the vents on both sides of the instrument panel by rotating the wheel bel...

Page 81: ...Playing the Radio Comfort and Convenience Features 78 SCAN BUTTON A SEL BUTTON TUNE KNOB SEEK BAR PWR VOL KNOB AM FM BUTTON A SEL INDICATOR STEREO INDICATOR SCAN INDICATOR PRESET BUTTONS ...

Page 82: ...g signals on the selected band To activate it press the SCAN button then release it You will see SCAN in the display The system will scan for a station with a strong signal When it finds one it will stop and play that station for about 5 seconds If you do nothing the system will scan for the next strong station and play it for 5 seconds When it plays a station you want to listen to press the SCAN ...

Page 83: ...D TUNE knob repeatedly to display the Bass BAS Treble TRE Balance BAL and Fader FAD setting Each mode is shown in the display as it changes Turn the SOUND TUNE knob to adjust the setting to your liking When the level reaches the center you will see C in the display The system will automatically return the display to the selected audio mode about 5 seconds after you stop adjusting a mode Use the TR...

Page 84: ...stance from the station s transmitter nearby large objects and atmos pheric conditions A radio station s signal gets weaker as you get farther away from its transmitter If you are listening to an AM station you will notice the sound volume becoming weaker and the station drifting in and out If you are listening to an FM station you will see the stereo indicator flickering off and on as the signal ...

Page 85: ...cted by atmospheric conditions such as thunderstorms high humidity and even sunspots You may be able to receive a distant radio station one day and not receive it the next day because of a change in conditions Electrical interference from passing vehicles and stationary sources can cause temporary reception problems As required by the FCC Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the part...

Page 86: ...Playing a CD Comfort and Convenience Features 83 CD BUTTON RANDOM INDICATOR EJECT BUTTON SEEK SKIP BAR CD SLOT AM FM BUTTON PWR VOL KNOB REPEAT INDICATOR REPEAT BUTTON RANDOM BUTTON ...

Page 87: ... do not remove it from the slot the system will automatically reload the CD after 15 seconds and put it in pause mode To begin playing press the CD button Press the AM FM button to switch to the radio while a CD is playing Press the CD button to play the CD If you turn the system off while a CD is playing either with the PWR VOL knob or by turning off the ignition the CD will stay in the drive Whe...

Page 88: ...th Wipe across the CD from the center to the outside edge A new CD may be rough on the inner and outer edges The small plastic pieces causing this roughness can flake off and fall on the re cording surface of the CD causing skipping or other problems Remove these pieces by rubbing the inner and outer edges with the side of a pencil or pen Never try to insert foreign objects in the CD player or the...

Page 89: ...ectly in the CD player Make sure the CD is not scratched or damaged Press the EJECT button and pull out the CD Check the CD for damage or deformation If the CD cannot be pulled out or the error indication does not disappear after the CD is ejected see your Honda dealer Do not try to force the disc out of the player Will disappear when the temperature returns to normal FOCUS Error Mechanical Error ...

Page 90: ...does not disappear or the magazine cannot be pulled out consult your Honda dealer Insert CD Press the magazine eject button and pull it out Check for error indication and insert the magazine again If the code does not disappear or the magazine cannot be pulled out see your Honda dealer Will disappear when the temperature returns to normal Insert CD magazine FOCUS Error No CD in the CD magazine Mec...

Page 91: ...ital reception It offers many channels in several categories Along with a large selection of different types of music satellite radio also allows you to view channel and category selections in the audio display Optional on U S models Not available on Canadian models Comfort and Convenience Features Playing the XM Satellite Radio 88 AM FM BUTTON CD AUX BUTTON SCAN BUTTON TUNE KNOB CATEGORY BAR PRES...

Page 92: ... the channel mode you can receive all of the available channels in all of the different categories In category mode you will receive only the stations within the give category Expands the display to show the six remaining letters beyond the first ten letters in an artist s name or song title The system is set up so only 16 letters can be displayed for any title or name Press MORE to view the next ...

Page 93: ...ant for that channel Press and hold the button until you hear a beep Repeat steps 2 to 3 to store the first six channels Once a channel is stored simply press and release the proper preset button to tune to it The presets will be lost if your vehicle s battery goes dead is disconnected or the radio fuse is removed Press the CD AUX button Either XM1 or XM2 will show in the display Use the TUNE knob...

Page 94: ...lp strengthen the satellite signals but there may be congested areas where these signals cannot be picked up Signals become weaker the farther north you travel from the equator Comfort and Convenience Features Playing the XM Satellite Radio 91 Signal may be blocked by mountains or large obstacles to the south Signals are weaker in these areas GROUND REPEATER SATELLITE ...

Page 95: ...tem in the SAT Radio mode while you await activation This should take about 20 minutes While awaiting activation make sure your vehicle remains in an open area with good reception Once your audio system is activated category will appear in the display and you ll be able to listen to XM Radio broadcasts XM Radio will continue to send an activation signal to your vehicle for 48 hours If the service ...

Page 96: ...ts AM FM1 FM2 or CD if a CD is loaded XM1 XM2 if you have the optional satellite radio feature The CHANNEL button has two functions depending on whether you are listening to the radio or playing a CD If you are listening to the radio use the CHANNEL button to change stations Each time you press this button the system advances to the next preset station on the band you are listening to You will see...

Page 97: ...d the audio system will disable itself If this happens you will see Code in the frequency display the next time you turn on the system Use the preset buttons to enter the five digit code If it is entered correctly the radio will start playing If you make a mistake entering the code do not start over complete the five digit sequence then enter the correct code You have ten tries to enter the correc...

Page 98: ...40 km h Press and release the SET decel button on the steering wheel The CRUISE CONTROL indicator on the instrument panel comes on to show the system is now activated 1 2 3 CONTINUED Cruise Control Using the Cruise Control Comfort and Convenience Features 95 NOTICE CANCEL BUTTON SET decel RESUME accel Improper use of the cruise control can lead to a crash Use the cruise control only when traveling...

Page 99: ... cruising speed and press the SET decel button To increase your speed in very small amounts tap the RESUME accel button Each time you do this your vehicle will speed up about 1 mph 1 6 km h You can decrease the set cruising speed in any of these ways Press and hold the SET decel button Release the button when you reach the desired speed To slow down in very small amounts tap the SET decel button E...

Page 100: ... CANCEL button on the steering wheel When you push the CANCEL button or tap the brake or clutch pedal the system remembers the previously set cruising speed To return to that speed accelerate to above 25 mph 40 km h and then press and release the RESUME accel button The CRUISE CONTROL indicator comes on The vehicle will accelerate to the same cruising speed as before Pressing the Cruise Control Ma...

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Page 102: ...e luggage or packages The information in this section will help you If you plan to add any accessories to your vehicle please read the information in this section first Break in Period 100 Gasoline Type 100 Service Station Procedures 101 Fuel Economy 104 Accessories and Modifications 105 Carrying Cargo 107 General Precautions 110 Before Driving Before Driving 99 ...

Page 103: ... with these additives may adversely affect performance and cause the Malfunction Indicator Lamp on your instrument panel to come on If this happens contact your authorized Honda dealer for service For further important fuel related information please refer to your Quick Start Guide Some gasoline today is blended with oxygenates such as ethanol or MTBE Your vehicle is designed to operate on oxygena...

Page 104: ... The system helps keep fuel vapors from going into the atmosphere Consult your dealer Screw the fuel fill cap back on until it clicks at least three times If you do not properly tighten the cap the Malfunction Indicator Lamp may come on see page Push the fuel fill door closed until it latches Park with the driver s side closest to the service station pump 1 2 3 4 5 6 167 If the fuel nozzle keeps c...

Page 105: ...ed Put your fingers under the front edge of the hood to the right of center Slide your hand to the left until you feel the hood latch handle Push this handle to the left until it releases the hood Lift the hood If the hood latch handle moves stiffly or if you can open the hood without lifting the handle the mechanism should be cleaned and lubricated Pull the support rod out of its clip and insert ...

Page 106: ...ar or below the lower mark see on page Look at the coolant level in the radiator reserve tank Make sure it is between the MAX and MIN lines If it is below the MIN line see on page for information on adding the proper coolant Refer to on page for information on checking other items in your Honda 3 4 1 2 129 132 122 Service Station Procedure Oil Check Adding Oil Engine Coolant Check Adding Engine Co...

Page 107: ...our vehicle according to the maintenance schedule See on page an underinflated tire causes more rolling resistance which uses fuel The build up of snow or mud on your vehicle s underside adds weight and rolling resistance Frequent cleaning helps your fuel mileage and reduces the chance of corrosion Drive moderately Rapid acceleration abrupt cornering and hard braking use more fuel Always drive in ...

Page 108: ...s not obscure any lights or interfere with proper vehicle operation or performance Be sure electronic accessories do not overload electrical circuits see page or interfere with proper operation Have the installer contact your Honda dealer for assistance before installing any electronic accessory Although aftermarket accessories may fit on your vehicle they may not meet factory specifications and c...

Page 109: ...ler wheels and tires can interfere with the operation of your vehicle s anti lock brakes and other systems Do not modify your steering wheel or any other part of your Supplemental Restraint System Modifications could make the system ineffective See the safety precautions on page If you plan to modify your vehicle consult your Honda dealer Aftermarket wheels because they are a universal design can ...

Page 110: ...perly storing it can affect your vehicle s handling stability stopping distance and tires and make it unsafe Before carrying any type of cargo be sure to read the following pages Upper and lower console compartments Carrying Cargo Before Driving 107 UPPER AND LOWER CONSOLE COMPARTMENTS TRUNK DOOR POCKET CONSOLE SIDE NETS ...

Page 111: ... 400 lbs 185 kg The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity For example if there will be two 150 lbs 70 kg occupants in your vehicle the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 100 lbs 45 kg 2 150 lbs 70 kg 300 lbs 140 kg 400 lbs 185 kg 300 lbs 140 kg 100 lbs 45 kg Determine the combined weight of accessories luggage and cargo being loaded in ...

Page 112: ...ehind the seats cannot roll under the seats and interfere with the pedals or vehicle operation Distribute cargo evenly on the floor of the trunk placing the heaviest items on the bottom and as far forward as possible Carrying Cargo Carrying Items in the Passenger Compartment Carrying Cargo in the Trunk Before Driving 109 ...

Page 113: ... bumps can also cause damage Curbs and steep inclines could damage the front and rear bumpers Low curbs that do not affect the average vehicle may be high enough to hit the bumper on your Honda The front or rear bumper may scrape when trying to drive onto an incline such as a steep driveway or trailer ramps Because of the low profile tires fitted to your vehicle the alloy wheels are closer to the ...

Page 114: ...erate the manual transmission It also includes important information on parking your vehicle and the braking system Preparing to Drive 112 Starting the Engine 113 6 speed Manual Transmission 114 Parking 116 Braking System 116 Anti lock Brakes ABS 117 Towing a Trailer 118 Driving Driving 111 ...

Page 115: ...k its pressure Check that any items you may be carrying are stored properly or fastened down securely Fasten your seat belt Check that your passenger has fastened his or her seat belt see page When you start the engine check the gauges and indicators in the instrument panel see page Check the seat adjustment see page Check the adjustment of the inside and outside mirrors see page Make sure the doo...

Page 116: ...at least 10 seconds before trying again If the engine does not start within 15 seconds or starts but stalls right away repeat step 5 with the accelerator pedal pressed halfway down If the engine starts release pressure on the accelerator pedal so the engine does not race If the engine fails to start press the accelerator pedal all the way down and hold it there while starting to clear flooding If ...

Page 117: ...o Reverse with the vehicle moving Push down the clutch pedal and pause for a few seconds before shifting into Reverse or shift into one of the forward gears for a moment This stops the gears so they won t grind When slowing down you can get extra braking from the engine by shifting to a lower gear This extra braking can help you maintain a safe speed and prevent your brakes from overheating while ...

Page 118: ...accidentally shift from Fifth to Reverse instead of Sixth With the clutch pedal pressed move the shift lever to the Reverse side of the Neutral gate Then push the shift lever down and shift to Reverse Shift Up 1st to 2nd 2nd to 3rd 3rd to 4th 4th to 5th 5th to 6th Normal Acceleration 15 mph 24 km h 25 mph 40 km h 40 mph 64 km h 47 mph 75 km h 52 mph 83 km h Drive in the highest gear that lets the ...

Page 119: ...overheat or damage the rear brakes Your Honda is equipped with disc brakes at all four wheels A power assist helps reduce the effort needed on the brake pedal The ABS helps you retain steering control when braking very hard Resting your foot on the pedal keeps the brakes applied lightly builds up heat and reduces their effectiveness It also keeps your brake lights on all the time confusing drivers...

Page 120: ...ormal for the brakes to occasionally squeal or squeak when you apply them The Anti lock Brake System ABS helps prevent the brakes from locking up and helps you retain steering control by pumping the brakes rapidly much faster than a person Let the ABS work for you by always keeping firm steady pressure on the brake pedal This is sometimes referred to as stomp and steer You will feel a pulsation in...

Page 121: ...ovement can still cause your vehicle to veer into oncoming traffic or off the road on loose or uneven surfaces such as gravel or snow than a vehicle without anti lock Your vehicle is not designed to tow a trailer Attempting to do so can void your warranties Anti Lock Brakes ABS Towing a Trailer ABS Indicator ABS does not reduce the time or distance it takes to stop the vehicle ABS will not prevent...

Page 122: ...ntenance tasks on your Honda you may want to purchase the Service Manual See page for information on how to obtain a copy or see your Honda dealer Maintenance Safety 120 Maintenance Schedule 121 Maintenance Record 125 Fluid Locations 128 Adding Engine Oil 129 Changing the Oil and Filter 130 Engine Coolant 132 Manual Transmission Fluid 134 Windshield Washers 134 Differential Fluid 135 Hood Latch 13...

Page 123: ...ons are given here However we cannot warn you of every conceivable hazard that can arise in performing maintenance Only you can decide whether or not you should perform a given task Wear eye protection and protective clothing when working with the battery or compressed air Do not run the engine unless instructed to do so Maintenance Safety Maintenance Important Safety Precautions Potential Vehicle...

Page 124: ...iods on one of the Maintenance Schedules on the following pages Follow the Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions if you drive your vehicle MAINLY under one or more of the following conditions Driving less than 5 miles 8 km per trip or in freezing temperatures driving less than 10 miles 16 km per trip Driving in extremely hot over 90 F 32 C conditions Used primarily as a delivery vehicle or ta...

Page 125: ... at the recommended time or mileage period to ensure long term reliability You should check the following items at the specified intervals If you are unsure of how to perform any check turn to the appropriate page listed Engine oil level Check every time you fill the fuel tank See page Engine coolant level Check the radiator reserve tank every time you fill the fuel tank See page Brakes Check the ...

Page 126: ...Inspect valve clearance Replace manual transmission fluid Replace rear differential fluid Inspect idle speed Replace engine coolant Replace brake fluid O Ot th he er rw wi is se e a ad dj ju us st t o on nl ly y i if f n no oi is sy y O Or r e ev ve er ry y 8 8 y ye ea ar rs s w wh hi ic ch he ev ve er r c co om me es s f fi ir rs st t Inspect every 105 000 miles 168 000 km O Or r e ev ve er ry y ...

Page 127: ...At 120 000 miles 192 000 km or 10 years then every 60 000 miles 96 000 km or 5 years Every 3 years independent of mileage Check engine oil and coolant Check tires Replace engine oil and oil filter Check tires inflation and condition Check front and rear brake Inspect the following items Tie rod ends steering gearbox and boots Suspension components Driveshaft boots Check parking brake adjustment Lu...

Page 128: ...nature or dealer stamp mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date 54 000 km 60 000 km 66 000 km 72 000 km 78 000 km 84 000 km 90 000 km 96 000 km Signature or dealer stamp mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date You or the servicing dealer can record all completed maintenance here whether you follow the sc...

Page 129: ...0 mi 120 000 mi 102 000 km 108 000 km 114 000 km 120 000 km 126 000 km 132 000 km 138 000 km 144 000 km Signature or dealer stamp mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date 150 000 km 156 000 km 162 000 km 168 000 km 174 000 km 180 000 km 186 000 km 192 000 km Signature or dealer stamp mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi...

Page 130: ... 127 500 mi 131 250 mi 135 000 mi 138 750 mi 142 500 mi 146 250 mi 150 000 mi Signature or dealer stamp mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date 198 000 km 204 000 km 210 000 km 216 000 km 222 000 km 228 000 km 234 000 km 240 000 km ...

Page 131: ...Fluid Locations Maintenance 128 WASHER FLUID Blue cap ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK ENGINE OIL FILL CAP CLUTCH FLUID Gray cap BRAKE FLUID Gray cap COOLANT RESERVOIR ...

Page 132: ...the upper mark you could damage the engine Make sure the API Certification Seal says For Gasoline Engines Oil is major contributor to your engine s performance and longevity Always use a premium grade detergent oil displaying the API Certification Seal This seal indicates the oil is energy conserving and that it meets the American Petroleum Institute s latest requirements It is highly recommended ...

Page 133: ...dditives Additives may adversely affect your engine s or transmission s performance and durability Always change the oil and filter according to the recommendations in the maintenance schedule The oil and filter collect contaminants that can damage your engine if they are not removed regularly Changing the oil and filter requires special tools and access from underneath the vehicle The vehicle sho...

Page 134: ...ding filter Let the engine run for several minutes then check the drain bolt and oil filter for leaks Open the hood and remove the engine oil fill cap Remove the oil drain bolt and washer from the bottom of the engine Drain the oil into an appropriate container Install the engine oil fill cap Start the engine The oil pressure indicator should go out within 5 seconds If it does not turn off the eng...

Page 135: ... can result in corrosion causing the cooling system to malfunction or fail Have the cooling system flushed and refilled with Honda antifreeze coolant as soon as possible Always use Honda All Season Antifreeze Coolant Type 2 This coolant is pre mixed with 50 percent antifreeze and 50 percent water Never add straight antifreeze or plain water 9 Changing the Oil and Filter Engine Coolant Maintenance ...

Page 136: ... not spill Clean up any spill immediately it could damage components in the engine compartment Put the radiator cap on and tighten it fully Pour coolant into the reserve tank Fill it to halfway between the MAX and MIN marks Put the cap back on the reserve tank Do not add any rust inhibitors or other additives to your vehicle s cooling system They may not be compatible with the coolant or engine co...

Page 137: ...the edges of the windshield wiper blades with windshield washer fluid on a clean cloth This will help to condition them Check the fluid level with the transmission at normal operating temperature and the vehicle sitting on level ground Remove the transmission filler bolt and carefully feel inside the bolt hole with your finger The fluid level should be up to the edge of the bolt hole If it is not ...

Page 138: ... including the pivot Follow the time and distance recommendations in the Maintenance Schedule If you are not sure how to clean and grease the latch contact your Honda dealer Check the fluid level with the differential at normal operating temperature and the vehicle sitting on level ground Remove the differential fluid filler bolt and washer and carefully feel inside the bolt hole with your finger ...

Page 139: ...ensive damage The fluid level should be between the MIN and MAX marks on the side of the reservoir If the level is at or below the MIN mark your brake system needs attention Have the brake system inspected for leaks or worn brake pads The fluid level should be between the MIN and MAX marks on the side of the reservoir If it is not add brake fluid to bring it up to that level Use the same fluid spe...

Page 140: ...t attempt to examine or change a low beam headlight bulb yourself If a low beam headlight bulb fails take the vehicle to your dealer to have it replaced Halogen bulbs are used for the high beam headlight bulbs When replacing a high beam headlight bulb handle it by its base and protect the glass from contact with your skin or hard objects If you touch the glass clean it with denatured alcohol and a...

Page 141: ...socket Pull the bulb straight out of its socket Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it bottoms Insert the socket back into the headlight assembly Make sure the bulb is installed correctly by looking through the headlight lens The pins on the base of the bulb should fit in the holes in the headlight assembly Pivot the hold down wire back in place and clip the end into the slot Install ...

Page 142: ...r cover back Remove the socket from the headlight assembly by turning it one quarter turn counterclockwise Pull the bulb straight out of its socket Insert the socket back into the headlight assembly Turn it clockwise to lock it in place Install the new bulb in the socket Put the inner fender cover in place Install the three holding clips Lock each clip in place by pushing on the center Test the li...

Page 143: ...l the bulb straight out of its socket Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it bottoms Put the bulb holder back into its hole in the lens and turn it clockwise until it locks Put the side turn signal assembly back into the body front first Push on the back edge until it snaps into place Test the lights to make sure the new bulb is working 1 2 3 4 5 6 Lights Maintenance Replacing a Side ...

Page 144: ... pops in then pull the fastener out Pull the lining back Remove the socket by turning it one quarter turn counterclockwise Remove the burned out bulb by pulling it straight out of its socket Determine which bulb is burned out turn signal or back up light 1 2 3 4 5 6 CONTINUED Lights Maintenance Replacing Rear Bulbs 141 ...

Page 145: ...is working Install the trunk lining and secure it with the fasteners To reinstall a fastener reset the fastener by pushing on the pointed end until it pops back almost flush with the fingers on the housing Put the fastener in the hole of the trunk lining and push on the center until it locks the center is flush with the head 7 8 9 10 Lights Maintenance 142 ...

Page 146: ...river s floor mat make sure to re anchor it when you put it back in your vehicle If you use a non Honda floor mat make sure it fits properly and that it can be used with the floor mat anchor Do not put additional floor mats on top of the anchored mat This filter removes the dust and pollen that is brought in from the outside through the heating and cooling system Have your Honda dealer replace thi...

Page 147: ...reas when used Raise the wiper arm off the windshield Disconnect the blade assembly from the wiper arm by pushing in the lock tab Hold the lock tab in while you push the blade assembly toward the base of the arm Remove the blade from its holder by grasping the tabbed end of the blade Pull firmly until the tabs come out of the holder 1 2 3 Windshield Washers Maintenance 144 LOCK TAB BLADE ...

Page 148: ...arm down against the windshield To safely operate your vehicle your tires must be the proper type and size in good condition with adequate tread and correctly inflated The following pages give more detailed information on how to take care of your tires and what to do when they need to be replaced 4 5 6 7 Tires Wiper Blades Tires Maintenance 145 REINFORCEMENT BLADE Using tires that are excessively ...

Page 149: ... s doorjamb For additional technical information see page Tire pressure for high speed driving is the same as for normal driving Use a gauge to measure the air pressure at least once a month Even tires that are in good condition may lose one to two psi 10 to 20 kPa 0 1 to 0 2 kgf cm per month Remember to check the spare tire at the same time Check the pressure in the tires when they are cold This ...

Page 150: ...tion you should also examine the tires for damage foreign objects and wear You should look for Bumps or bulges in the tread or side of the tire Replace the tire if you find either or these conditions Cuts splits or cracks in the side of the tire Replace the tire if you can see fabric or cord Excessive tread wear Your vehicle s tires have wear indicators molded into the tread When the tread wears d...

Page 151: ...more rapidly than tires used on ordinary passenger vehicles Because of the vehicle s weight distribution and the fact that they are the driving wheels you may expect the rear tires to wear more rapidly than the front tires Replace your tires with radial tires of the same size load range speed rating and maximum cold tire pressure rating as shown on the tire s sidewall Mixing radial and bias ply ti...

Page 152: ...hey are radial tires of the same size and load range as original tires Mount snow tires on all four wheels The traction provided by snow tires on dry roads may be lower than your original tires Check with the tire dealer for maximum speed recommendations 182 184 Tires Maintenance Wheel and Tire Specifications Winter Driving Snow Tires 149 Front Rear 17 x 7 JJ 17 x 8 1 2 JJ 215 45R17 87W 245 40R17 ...

Page 153: ...cause your Honda has limited tire clearance mount only SAE Class S cable type traction devices with rubber chain tensioners on the rear tires Use traction devices only when required by driving conditions or local laws Make sure they are the correct size for your tires Metal link type chains should not be used Tires Maintenance Tire Chains 150 NOTICE Traction devices that are the wrong size or impr...

Page 154: ...intenance is needed see your Honda dealer or a qualified technician Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds If you need to connect the battery to a charger disconnect both cables to prevent damaging your vehicle s electrical system Always disconnect the negative cable first and reconnect it last Checking the Battery Maintenance WARNING Wash your hands after ...

Page 155: ...hicle with a breathable cover one made from a porous material such as cotton Non porous materials such as plastic sheeting trap moisture which can damage the paint If possible periodically run the engine until it reaches full operating temperature the cooling fans cycle on and off twice Preferably do this once a month If you store your vehicle for 1 year or longer have your Honda dealer perform th...

Page 156: ...so find instructions on getting your vehicle towed Compact Spare Tire 154 Changing a Flat Tire 155 If the Engine Won t Start 160 Jump Starting 162 If the Engine Overheats 163 Low Oil Pressure Indicator 166 Charging System Indicator 166 Malfunction Indicator Lamp 167 Brake System Indicator 168 Closing the Convertible Top 169 Fuses 170 Checking and Replacing 170 Fuse Locations 172 If Your Vehicle Ge...

Page 157: ...egular wheel and the spare wheel is not designed for mounting a regular tire Check the inflation pressure of the compact spare tire every time you check the other tires It should be inflated to Never exceed 50 mph 80 km h This tire gives a harsher ride and less traction on some road sur faces Use greater caution while driving Do not mount snow chains on it Do not use your compact spare tire on ano...

Page 158: ... switch to LOCK 0 Have your passenger get out of the vehicle while you change the tire Open the trunk Lift up the tool box lid and take the jack wheel wrench and extension out of the tool box The compact spare tire is smaller than a standard tire which will affect the vehicle s handling Drive cautiously when this spare is mounted on your vehicle 3 1 2 CONTINUED Changing a Flat Tire Taking Care of ...

Page 159: ...with the wheel wrench Locate the jacking point nearest the tire you need to change It is pointed to by an arrow molded into the underside of the body Place the jack under the jacking point Turn the end bracket clockwise until the top of the jack contacts the jacking point Make sure the center of the jacking point tab is resting in the jack notch 4 5 6 7 Changing a Flat Tire Taking Care of the Unex...

Page 160: ...flat tire on the ground with the outside surface of the wheel facing up Placing the wheel face down could mar its finish Before mounting the spare tire wipe any dirt off the mounting surface of the wheel and hub with a clean cloth Wipe the hub carefully it may be hot from driving 8 9 10 CONTINUED Changing a Flat Tire Taking Care of the Unexpected 157 BRAKE HUB ...

Page 161: ...y against the hub Do not try to tighten them fully Lower the vehicle to the ground and remove the jack Tighten the wheel nuts securely in a crisscross pattern Have the wheel nut torque checked at the nearest automotive service facility Tighten the wheel nuts to 13 11 12 Changing a Flat Tire Taking Care of the Unexpected 158 80 lbf ft 108 N m 11 kgf m ...

Page 162: ...box Place the tool box into the spare tire shelf in the trunk Replace the spare tire cover Secure it with the three clips Push each clip down securely and pivot the ring down flat Put the flat tire in the trunk well vertically as shown 14 15 17 16 Changing a Flat Tire Taking Care of the Unexpected 159 ...

Page 163: ...If the headlights are very dim or don t light at all the battery is discharged See on page Press the ENGINE START button then release it If the headlights do not dim check the condition of the fuses If the fuses are OK there is probably something wrong with the electrical circuit for the ignition switch or starter motor You will need a qualified technician to determine the problem See on page Chec...

Page 164: ...ase the starter motor s speed sounds normal or even faster than normal when you press the ENGINE START button but the engine does not run Do you have fuel Check the fuel gauge the low fuel indicator may not be working If you find nothing wrong you will need a qualified technician to find the problem See on page There may be an electrical problem such as no power to the fuel pump Check all the fuse...

Page 165: ... the booster battery Connect the other end to the grounding strap as shown Do not connect this jumper cable to any other part of the engine Turn off all the electrical accessories heater A C audio system lights etc Put the transmission in Neutral and set the parking brake 3 1 2 4 Jump Starting Taking Care of the Unexpected To Jump Start Your Vehicle 162 NOTICE A battery can explode if you do not f...

Page 166: ...le is running disconnect the negative cable from your vehicle then from the booster battery Disconnect the positive cable from your vehicle then from the booster battery Keep the ends of the jumper cables away from each other and any metal on the vehicle until everything is disconnected Otherwise you may cause an electrical short The numbers in the illustration show you the order to connect the ju...

Page 167: ...high heat is due to overloading the engine should start to cool down almost immediately If it does wait until the temperature gauge comes down to the midpoint then continue driving If you see steam and or spray coming from under the hood turn off the engine Wait until you see no more signs of steam or spray then open the hood Safely pull to the side of the road Put the transmission in Neutral and ...

Page 168: ... the proper coolant mixture available you can add plain water Remember to have the cooling system drained and refilled with the proper mixture as soon as you can Put the radiator cap back on tightly Run the engine and watch the temperature gauge If it goes back to the red mark the engine needs repair see on page If the temperature stays normal check the coolant level in the radiator reserve tank I...

Page 169: ...g charged Immediately turn off all electrical accessories Try not to use other electrically operated controls such as the power windows Keep the engine running starting the engine will discharge the battery rapidly Go to a service station or garage where you can get technical assistance This indicator should never come on when the engine is running If it starts flashing or stays on the oil pressur...

Page 170: ...ill come on for 20 seconds If it then goes off the readiness codes are set If it blinks 5 times the readiness codes are not set If possible do not take your vehicle for a state emissions test until the readiness codes are set Refer to State Emissions Testing for more information on page If this indicator comes on while driving it means one of the engine s emission control systems may have a proble...

Page 171: ...will feel the brake pedal go down much farther before the vehicle begins to slow down and you will have to press harder on the pedal Slow down by shifting to a lower gear and pull to the side of the road when it is safe Because of the long distance needed to stop it is hazardous to drive the vehicle You should have it towed and repaired as soon as possible see on page If you must drive the vehicle...

Page 172: ...does not operate you can close it manually Locate the electrical connector for the convertible top motor It is under the lower corner of the dashboard on the passenger s side Disconnect the connector by pushing the tab and pulling the connector down Holding each corner of the convertible top raise the top and push it forward as far as it will go Follow steps 4 through 6 of the closing procedure on...

Page 173: ...ervoir To open it push the tab on each side and remove the lid If something electrical in your vehicle stops working check for a blown fuse first Determine from the chart on pages and or the diagram on the fuse box lid which fuses control that device Check those fuses first but check all the fuses before deciding that a blown fuse is the cause Replace any blown fuses and check if the device works ...

Page 174: ...ut that circuit temporarily such as the accessory power socket or radio If you replace the blown fuse with a spare fuse that has a lower rating it might blow out again This does not indicate anything wrong Replace the fuse with one of the correct rating as soon as you can If the replacement fuse of the same rating blows in a short time there is probably a serious electrical problem in your vehicle...

Page 175: ...try Back up Interior Light Small Lights Radio Starter Signal Heater Control Cooling Fan Relay Power Mirrors Right Power Window Left Power Window Not used Not used Not used Windshield Wiper Auto Stop Signal Washer Motor Not used Not used Accessory Socket Windshield Wiper Turn signal Light ACG Instrument Light Backup Lights Ignition Coil Engine Start Fuel Pump SRS SRS Canadian Model Fuse Locations T...

Page 176: ... Hazard Warning Lights Cooling Fan Not used Stop Left Headlight ABS F S ABS Motor Battery IG1 Main 1 2 3 4 5 20 A 70 A 60 A Rear Window Defogger Not used Not used EPS Air Pump Lighting 1 Relay Lighting 2 Relay Horn Relay Power Window Motor Right Roof Motor Not used Backup ACC Left Roof Motor Heater Motor Condenser Fan Not used Condenser Fan Relay Cooling Fan Relay Fuse Locations Taking Care of the...

Page 177: ...the detachable towing hook that mounts on the anchors in the front and rear bumpers To use the towing hook Remove the cover from the bumper Remove the towing hook hook extension and wheel wrench from the tool box Using the wheel wrench fasten the extension into the bolt hole in the anchor 1 2 3 176 If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck Taking Care of the Unexpected 174 ...

Page 178: ... If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck Taking Care of the Unexpected 175 NOTICE To avoid damage to your vehicle use the towing hook for straight flat ground towing only Do not tow at an angle The tow hook should not be used to tow the vehicle onto a flat bed Do not use it as a tie down ...

Page 179: ...riously damaged If your vehicle needs to be towed call a professional towing service or organization Never tow your vehicle behind another vehicle with just a rope or chain It is very dangerous There are three popular types of professional towing equipment The operator loads your vehicle on the back of a truck When you contact the towing agency inform them that you have an S2000 and that a flat be...

Page 180: ...es 182 Treadwear 182 Traction 182 Temperature 183 Tire Labeling 184 Emissions Controls 185 The Clean Air Act 185 Crankcase Emissions Control System 185 Evaporative Emissions Control System 185 Exhaust Emissions Controls 186 PGM FI System 186 Ignition Timing Control System 186 Secondary Air Injection System 186 Three Way Catalytic Converter 186 Replacement Parts 186 Onboard Refueling Vapor Recovery...

Page 181: ...our vehicle The easiest place to find the VIN is on a plate fastened to the top of the dashboard You can see it by looking through the windshield on the driver s side It is also on the Certification label at tached to the driver s doorjamb and is stamped on the engine com partment bulkhead The VIN is also provided in bar code on the Certification label Identification Numbers Technical Information ...

Page 182: ... is on a label underneath the transmission The Engine Number is stamped on the back left corner of the engine block below the rear valve cover Identification Numbers Technical Information 179 TRANSMISSION NUMBER ENGINE NUMBER ...

Page 183: ... weight rating Fuel tank Engine coolant Engine oil Manual transmission fluid Differential oil Windshield washer reservoir See the certification label attached to the driver s doorjamb Water cooled 4 stroke DOHC VTEC 4 cylinder gasoline engine Type Bore x Stroke Displacement Compression ratio Spark plugs Spark Plug Gap 0 04 in 1 1 mm PK22PR L11S PFR7G 11S Including the coolant in the reserve tank a...

Page 184: ...ter Size Pressure See page 173 or the fuse box cover See page 172 or the fuse label attached to the inside of the fuse box door under the dashboard Headlights Daytime running lights Front turn signal lights Rear turn signal lights Side marker lights Back up lights License plate light Interior light Trunk light Side turn signal lights Refrigerant type Charge quantity Lubricant type HFC 134a R 134a ...

Page 185: ...ferences in road characteristics and climate The traction grades from highest to lowest are AA A B and C Those grades represent the tire s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction performance Warning The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight ahead ...

Page 186: ...rade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law Warning The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not over loaded Excessive speed underinfla t...

Page 187: ...nstruction code R indicates radial Rim diameter in inches Load index a numerical code associated with the maximum load the tire can carry Speed symbol an alphabetical code indicating the maximum speed rating Tire Identification Number TIN is a group of numbers and letters that look like the following example TIN This indicates that the tire meets all requirements of the U S Department of Transport...

Page 188: ... up in the engine s crankcase from going into the atmosphere The Positive Crank case Ventilation valve routes them from the crankcase back to the intake manifold They are then drawn into the engine and burned As gasoline evaporates in the fuel tank an evaporative emissions control canister filled with charcoal adsorbs the vapor It is stored in this canister while the engine is off After the engine...

Page 189: ...x in the engine s exhaust to carbon dioxide CO nitrogen N and water vapor The emissions control systems are designed and certified to work to gether in reducing emissions to levels that comply with the Clean Air Act To make sure the emissions remain low you should use only new Honda replacement parts or their equivalent for repairs Using lower quality parts may increase the emissions from your veh...

Page 190: ...le materials that come near it Park your vehicle away from high grass dry leaves or other flamma bles A defective three way catalytic converter contributes to air pollution and can impair your engine s per formance Follow these guidelines to protect your vehicle s three way catalytic converter Always use unleaded gasoline Even a small amount of leaded gasoline can contaminate the catalyst metals m...

Page 191: ...ter date to complete the test If you must get the vehicle re tested within the next two or three days you can condition the vehicle for re testing by doing the following Make sure the gas tank is nearly but not completely full around 3 4 Make sure the vehicle has been parked with the engine off for 8 hours or more Make sure the ambient temperature is between 20 and 95 F Without touching the accele...

Page 192: ... is okay If you cannot do this for a continuous 90 seconds because of traffic conditions drive for at least 30 seconds then repeat it two more times for a total of 90 seconds Then drive in city suburban traffic for at least 10 minutes When traffic conditions allow let the vehicle coast for several seconds without using the accelerator pedal or the brake pedal If the testing facility determines the...

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Page 194: ...Customer Service Information 192 Warranty Coverages 193 Reporting Safety Defects U S Vehicles 194 Authorized Manuals 195 Warranty and Customer Relations Warranty and Customer Relations 191 ...

Page 195: ... Box 190816 San Juan Puerto Rico 00919 0816 787 620 7020 Vehicle Identification Number see page Name and address of the dealer who services your vehicle Date of purchase Mileage on your vehicle Your name address and tele phone number A detailed description of the problem Name of the dealer who sold the vehicle to you When you call or write please give us this information 178 Customer Service Infor...

Page 196: ... the vehicle Restrictions and exclusions apply to all these warranties Please read the 2004 Honda Warranty Information booklet that came with your vehicle for precise information on warranty coverages Your Honda s original tires are covered by their manufacturer Tire warranty infor mation is in a separate booklet Please refer to the 2004 Warranty Manual that came with your vehicle provides prorate...

Page 197: ...fect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or American Honda Motor Co Inc To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9393 or 366 0123 in Washington D C area or write to NHTSA U S Department of Transportation Washington D C 20590 You can also...

Page 198: ...00 Service Manual 2000 2004 Honda S2000 Electrical Troubleshooting Manual 2000 2004 Honda S2000 Body Repair Manual 2004 Honda S2000 Owner s Manual 2004 Honda S2000 Quick Start Guide Order Form for Previous Years Indicate Year and Model Desired Price Each 70 00 50 00 44 00 34 00 12 00 FREE PUBLICATION NUMBER VEHICLE MODEL Name Year Qty Price Each Total Price GRAND TOTAL HANDLING CHARGE Mich Purchas...

Page 199: ...e provide dealer or company name and also the name of the person to whose attention the shipment should be sent For purchases outside U S A please write to the address shown below for a quotation P O BOX 07280 DETROIT MICHIGAN 48207 1 800 782 4356 Customer Name Attention Apartment Number State Zip Code City Daytime Telephone Number Check or money order enclosed payable to Helm Inc U S funds only D...

Page 200: ... Certification Label 178 Chains 150 Changing Oil How to 130 When to 121 Changing a Flat Tire 155 Charging System Indicator 40 166 Checklist Before Driving 112 Back up Light Replacement 141 Battery Charging System Indicator 40 166 Jump Starting 162 Maintenance 151 Specifications 181 Before Driving 99 Belts Seat 8 15 Beverage Holder 70 Booster Seats 31 Brakes 116 Anti lock System ABS 117 Break in Ne...

Page 201: ...ertible Top Cover 63 Lowering the Convertible Top 61 Maintenance 65 Raising the Convertible Top 64 Coolant Adding 132 Checking 103 Proper Solution 132 Temperature Gauge 45 Crankcase Emission Control System 185 Cruise Control Operation 95 Cruise Control Indicator 42 Cup Holder 70 Customer Relations Information 192 DANGER Explanation of ii Dashboard 38 Daytime Running Lights 48 Daytime Running Light...

Page 202: ...aust Fumes 34 Expectant Mothers Use of Seat Belts by 14 Fan Interior 75 Features Comfort and Convenience 73 Filling the Fuel Tank 101 Filters Oil 130 Flashers Hazard Warning 49 Flat Tire Changing a 155 Fluids Brake 136 Clutch 136 Manual Transmission 134 Windshield Washer 134 FM Stereo Radio Reception 81 Four way Flashers 49 Fuel 100 Fill Door and Cap 101 Gauge 45 Octane Requirement 100 Reserve Ind...

Page 203: ...cator 40 166 Lubricant Specifications Chart 180 Luggage 107 Identification Number Vehicle 178 Ignition Keys 51 Switch 53 Timing Control System 186 Indicator Lights Instrument Panel 40 ABS Anti Lock Brake 41 Brake Parking and Brake System 40 Charging System 40 Cruise Control 42 Door open 41 DRL Daytime Running Lights 42 EPS Electrical Power Steering 41 High Beam 42 Key Immobilizer System 42 Low Fue...

Page 204: ... 41 167 Manual Transmission 114 Manual Transmission Fluid 134 Meters Gauges 44 Mirrors Adjusting 66 Modifying Your Vehicle 106 New Vehicle Break in 100 Normal Shift Speeds 115 NOTICE Explanation of ii Numbers Identification 178 Octane Requirement Gasoline 100 Odometer 44 Odometer Trip 44 Oil Change How to 130 Change When to 121 Checking Engine 103 Pressure Indicator 40 166 Selecting Proper Viscosi...

Page 205: ...n 114 Side Turn Signal Bulb Replacement in 140 Signaling Turns 48 6 speed Manual Transmission Checking Fluid Level 134 Shifting the 114 Snow Tires 149 Sound System 78 Spare Tire Inflating 154 Specifications 181 Specifications Charts 180 Speed Control 95 Speedometer 44 SRS Additional Information 18 Additional Safety Precautions 21 Airbag Components 18 Airbag Service 21 How the SRS Indicator Works 2...

Page 206: ... Transmission Checking Fluid Level 6 speed Manual Transmission 134 Fluid Selection 134 Identification Number 178 Shifting the 6 speed Manual Transmission 114 Treadwear 182 Trip Meter 44 Trunk 54 Emergency Trunk Opener 55 Opening the 54 Open Monitor Light 41 Turn Signals 48 Unexpected Taking Care of the 153 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 182 Unleaded Gasoline 100 Used Oil How to Dispose of 132 Vehicl...

Page 207: ...Wipers Windshield Changing Blades 144 Operation 47 Worn Tires 148 Wrecker Emergency Towing 176 XM Satellite Radio 88 Index X VIII ...

Page 208: ...a 2 2 kgf cm 5 1 US qt 4 8 Premium unleaded gasoline pump octane number of 91 or higher Oil change capacity including filter Honda Manual Transmission Fluid preferred or an SAE 10W 30 or 10W 40 motor oil as a temporary replacement see page Capacity Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 preferred or a DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid as a temporary replacement see page Front Rear API premium grade 10W 30 de...