Owner's Manual
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... to operate the climate control system, the audio system, and other convenience features. Comfort and Convenience Features ...85 How to use dashboard and steering column controls. Index...I Service Information Summary A summary of the Unexpected ...213 This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and how to look for if your vehicle to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, plus towing a trailer. For a printed owner's manual, click on cleaning...
... to operate the climate control system, the audio system, and other convenience features. Comfort and Convenience Features ...85 How to use dashboard and steering column controls. Index...I Service Information Summary A summary of the Unexpected ...213 This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and how to look for if your vehicle to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, plus towing a trailer. For a printed owner's manual, click on cleaning...
Owner's Manual
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... the 2001 Honda S2000. In it, you will learn how to answer any time. Read the warranty booklet thoroughly so you understand the coverages and are certain you will be pleased to operate its driving controls and convenience items. Afterwards, keep your Honda dealer's staff is preceded by a NOTICE symbol. Your Honda dealer is dedicated to it preserves your car...
... the 2001 Honda S2000. In it, you will learn how to answer any time. Read the warranty booklet thoroughly so you understand the coverages and are certain you will be pleased to operate its driving controls and convenience items. Afterwards, keep your Honda dealer's staff is preceded by a NOTICE symbol. Your Honda dealer is dedicated to it preserves your car...
Owner's Manual
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... the center of your chest and over the strongest bones in a crash. Make sure all seat belts are properly positioned before driving. Protecting Adults 4.Fasten and Position the Seat Belts Insert the latch plate into the buckle, then tug on the belt to remove any slack from the shoulder part, then check that the belt is securely latched. Improperly positioning the seat belts...
... the center of your chest and over the strongest bones in a crash. Make sure all seat belts are properly positioned before driving. Protecting Adults 4.Fasten and Position the Seat Belts Insert the latch plate into the buckle, then tug on the belt to remove any slack from the shoulder part, then check that the belt is securely latched. Improperly positioning the seat belts...
Owner's Manual
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... Lights...52 Instrument Panel Brightness...52 Turn Signals...53 Windshield Wipers...53 Windshield Washers...54 Steering Wheel Controls ...55 Cruise Control...55 Keys and Locks...58 Keys...58 Immobilizer System...59 Ignition Switch...60 Power Door Locks...62 Remote Transmitter...63 Trunk...66 Emergency Trunk Opener...67 Console Compartments...68 Seat Adjustments...69 Power Windows...70 Convertible Top...72 Lowering the Convertible Top...72 Raising the Convertible Top ...75 Convertible Top Cover...77 Maintenance...78 Hazard Warning...80 Mirrors...80 Adjusting the Power Mirrors...80 Parking Brake...
... Lights...52 Instrument Panel Brightness...52 Turn Signals...53 Windshield Wipers...53 Windshield Washers...54 Steering Wheel Controls ...55 Cruise Control...55 Keys and Locks...58 Keys...58 Immobilizer System...59 Ignition Switch...60 Power Door Locks...62 Remote Transmitter...63 Trunk...66 Emergency Trunk Opener...67 Console Compartments...68 Seat Adjustments...69 Power Windows...70 Convertible Top...72 Lowering the Convertible Top...72 Raising the Convertible Top ...75 Convertible Top Cover...77 Maintenance...78 Hazard Warning...80 Mirrors...80 Adjusting the Power Mirrors...80 Parking Brake...
Owner's Manual
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... the car should go off if you turn the ignition switch to ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0). Low Fuel Indicator This light comes on operating the cruise control. All turn on at any other drivers cannot see page 192 ). If it is not a properlycoded key, the indicator will blink and the engine will then go off and the parking brake set the cruise control. There may also be a problem...
... the car should go off if you turn the ignition switch to ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0). Low Fuel Indicator This light comes on operating the cruise control. All turn on at any other drivers cannot see page 192 ). If it is not a properlycoded key, the indicator will blink and the engine will then go off and the parking brake set the cruise control. There may also be a problem...
Owner's Manual
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... steering wheel. SET/decel 3. Each time you are going down a hill, use the brakes to slow down about 1 mph (1.6 km/h). The CRUISE CONTROL light on to the desired speed. The car will decelerate. When you reach the desired speed. Tap the brake or clutch pedal lightly with your speed increases going up about 1 mph (1.6 km/h). The CRUISE CONTROL light on the instrument panel comes on the instrument panel will speed...
... steering wheel. SET/decel 3. Each time you are going down a hill, use the brakes to slow down about 1 mph (1.6 km/h). The CRUISE CONTROL light on to the desired speed. The car will decelerate. When you reach the desired speed. Tap the brake or clutch pedal lightly with your speed increases going up about 1 mph (1.6 km/h). The CRUISE CONTROL light on the instrument panel comes on the instrument panel will speed...
Owner's Manual
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... your vehicle's key and the ignition switch while trying to ON (II) again. If you have lost your key and you insert the key. When you turn the switch to start the engine, contact your key's coding if another immobilizer key or other immobilizer keys on for the engine to start. Electrical problems could result that may not recognize your Honda dealer. Keep other devices to blink, it . Keys and Locks...
... your vehicle's key and the ignition switch while trying to ON (II) again. If you have lost your key and you insert the key. When you turn the switch to start the engine, contact your key's coding if another immobilizer key or other immobilizer keys on for the engine to start. Electrical problems could result that may not recognize your Honda dealer. Keep other devices to blink, it . Keys and Locks...
Owner's Manual
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Turn the ignition switch to ON (II) to stop. Release the switch when the window gets to the position you want . Close the window by pulling back on the switch and holding it . The driver's armrest has a master power window control panel. DRIVER'S WINDOW SWITCH MAIN SWITCH PASSENGER'S WINDOW SWITCH Each door has a switch that controls its window. Release the switch when you want the window to raise or lower either window. Power Windows Your car's windows are electricallypowered. To open the passenger's window, push down...
Turn the ignition switch to ON (II) to stop. Release the switch when the window gets to the position you want . Close the window by pulling back on the switch and holding it . The driver's armrest has a master power window control panel. DRIVER'S WINDOW SWITCH MAIN SWITCH PASSENGER'S WINDOW SWITCH Each door has a switch that controls its window. Release the switch when you want the window to raise or lower either window. Power Windows Your car's windows are electricallypowered. To open the passenger's window, push down...
Owner's Manual
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... on the window switch and hold it . Closing a power window on the window switch briefly. The window will stop the window from the window before closing it . The AUTO function only works to the passenger's window. To open the driver's window only partially, push the window switch clown lightly and hold it . With this switch off when you release the switch. Instruments and Controls AUTO - The MAIN switch does not affect the driver's window. The window automatically goes all...
... on the window switch and hold it . Closing a power window on the window switch briefly. The window will stop the window from the window before closing it . The AUTO function only works to the passenger's window. To open the driver's window only partially, push the window switch clown lightly and hold it . With this switch off when you release the switch. Instruments and Controls AUTO - The MAIN switch does not affect the driver's window. The window automatically goes all...
Owner's Manual
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... the engine is wet, dirty, or covered with the convertible top half open. 3. Turn the ignition switch to raise the top whenever you park the car. Do not operate the top if it is running. Before operating the convertible top, make sure the car is raised on the jack, a hoist, or on your Honda lowers and raises electrically. Apply the parking brake. You can cause the convertible top...
... the engine is wet, dirty, or covered with the convertible top half open. 3. Turn the ignition switch to raise the top whenever you park the car. Do not operate the top if it is running. Before operating the convertible top, make sure the car is raised on the jack, a hoist, or on your Honda lowers and raises electrically. Apply the parking brake. You can cause the convertible top...
Owner's Manual
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... the hood latch handle. Service Station Procedures 4. Pull the hood release handle located under the front edge of the car, put your hand to Neutral and set the parking brake. Slide your fingers under the lower left until it clicks several times. Standing in front of the hood to expand with temperature changes. 5. Lift the hood. Push this handle to "top off . Stop filling the tank after the fuel nozzle automatically...
... the hood latch handle. Service Station Procedures 4. Pull the hood release handle located under the front edge of the car, put your hand to Neutral and set the parking brake. Slide your fingers under the lower left until it clicks several times. Standing in front of the hood to expand with temperature changes. 5. Lift the hood. Push this handle to "top off . Stop filling the tank after the fuel nozzle automatically...
Owner's Manual
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... Engine Oil...157 Adding Oil...157 Recommended Oil...157 Synthetic Oil...158 Additives...158 Changing the Oil and Filter...159 Cooling System...161 Adding Engine Coolant...161 Replacing Engine Coolant...163 Windshield Washers...167 6-speed Manual Transmission Fluid...168 Differential Fluid...169 Brake and Clutch Fluid...170 Brake Fluid...170 Brake System...170 Clutch System...171 Air Cleaner Element...172 Hood Latch...174 Spark Plugs...174 Replacement...174 Specifications...176 Battery...177 Wiper Blades...180 Air Conditioning System...182 Air Conditioning Filter...183 Drive Belt...184 Tires...
... Engine Oil...157 Adding Oil...157 Recommended Oil...157 Synthetic Oil...158 Additives...158 Changing the Oil and Filter...159 Cooling System...161 Adding Engine Coolant...161 Replacing Engine Coolant...163 Windshield Washers...167 6-speed Manual Transmission Fluid...168 Differential Fluid...169 Brake and Clutch Fluid...170 Brake Fluid...170 Brake System...170 Clutch System...171 Air Cleaner Element...172 Hood Latch...174 Spark Plugs...174 Replacement...174 Specifications...176 Battery...177 Wiper Blades...180 Air Conditioning System...182 Air Conditioning Filter...183 Drive Belt...184 Tires...
Owner's Manual
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Fluid Locations ENGINE OIL FILL CAP WASHER FLUID (Blue cap) CLUTCH FLUID (Gray cap) BRAKE FLUID (Gray cap) ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK COOLANT RESERVOIR Maintenance
Fluid Locations ENGINE OIL FILL CAP WASHER FLUID (Blue cap) CLUTCH FLUID (Gray cap) BRAKE FLUID (Gray cap) ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK COOLANT RESERVOIR Maintenance
Owner's Manual
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... the oil and filter change intervals given in the maintenance schedule. Maintenance You may use a 5W-40 oil if the temperature in your car's performance or longevity. When using synthetic oil, you the oil's viscosity or weight. Synthetic Oil You may use a synthetic motor oil if it meets the same requirements given for conventional motor oil: energy conserving, a service classification of 10W-30 is preferred for the engine or transmission...
... the oil and filter change intervals given in the maintenance schedule. Maintenance You may use a 5W-40 oil if the temperature in your car's performance or longevity. When using synthetic oil, you the oil's viscosity or weight. Synthetic Oil You may use a synthetic motor oil if it meets the same requirements given for conventional motor oil: energy conserving, a service classification of 10W-30 is preferred for the engine or transmission...
Owner's Manual
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..., floor mats, etc. Block the rear wheels. Storing Your Car If you need to park your car for an extended period (more than one made from a porous material such as cotton. Put the transmission in the maintenance schedule are several things you store your car for 12 months or longer, have your Honda dealer perform the inspections called for in Reverse. Maintenance Raise the convertible top cover...
..., floor mats, etc. Block the rear wheels. Storing Your Car If you need to park your car for an extended period (more than one made from a porous material such as cotton. Put the transmission in the maintenance schedule are several things you store your car for 12 months or longer, have your Honda dealer perform the inspections called for in Reverse. Maintenance Raise the convertible top cover...
Owner's Manual
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......204 Automatic Speed Control...55 Break-in, New Car...116 Brightness Control, Instruments...52 Brights, Headlights...51 Bulb Replacement...194 Back-up Lights...198 Brake Lights...198 Headlights...194 License Plate Lights...200 Side Marker Lights ...196 Specifications...247 Turn Signal Lights...196 Bulbs, Halogen...194 Accessories Installation...122 Accessory Power Socket...82 ACCESSORY (Ignition Key Position)...61 Additives, Engine Oil...158 Airbag (SRS)...9 Air Cleaner Element...172 Air Conditioning...86 Maintenance...182 Usage...86 Air Outlets (Vents)...88 Air Pressure, Tires...185 Alarm...
......204 Automatic Speed Control...55 Break-in, New Car...116 Brightness Control, Instruments...52 Brights, Headlights...51 Bulb Replacement...194 Back-up Lights...198 Brake Lights...198 Headlights...194 License Plate Lights...200 Side Marker Lights ...196 Specifications...247 Turn Signal Lights...196 Bulbs, Halogen...194 Accessories Installation...122 Accessory Power Socket...82 ACCESSORY (Ignition Key Position)...61 Additives, Engine Oil...158 Airbag (SRS)...9 Air Cleaner Element...172 Air Conditioning...86 Maintenance...182 Usage...86 Air Outlets (Vents)...88 Air Pressure, Tires...185 Alarm...
Owner's Manual
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... Tire ...215 Changing Engine Coolant...163 Charging System Indicator ...44, 229 Check Engine Eight...45, 230 Checklist, Before Driving...130 Child Safety...19 Child Seats...22 Cleaner, Air...172 Cleaning...203 Aluminum Wheels...206 Carpeting...207 Exterior...204 Floor Mats...207 Interior...207 Leather...208 Seat Belts...208 Vinyl...208 Windows...209 Clutch Fluid...171 CO in the Exhaust...252 Cold Weather, Starting in...132 Compact Spare Tire...214 Controls, Instruments and...41 Covertible Top...72 Convertible...
... Tire ...215 Changing Engine Coolant...163 Charging System Indicator ...44, 229 Check Engine Eight...45, 230 Checklist, Before Driving...130 Child Safety...19 Child Seats...22 Cleaner, Air...172 Cleaning...203 Aluminum Wheels...206 Carpeting...207 Exterior...204 Floor Mats...207 Interior...207 Leather...208 Seat Belts...208 Vinyl...208 Windows...209 Clutch Fluid...171 CO in the Exhaust...252 Cold Weather, Starting in...132 Compact Spare Tire...214 Controls, Instruments and...41 Covertible Top...72 Convertible...
Owner's Manual
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... Clutch...171 Hydroplaning...141 Jump Starting...222 Keys...58 Identification Number, Vehicle...244 Ignition Keys...58 Switch...60 Timing Control System...253 Indicator Lights, Instrument Panel...43 Inflation, Proper Tire ...185 Inside Mirror...80 Inspection, Tire...187 Instrument Panel...42 Instrument Panel Brightness...52 Interior Cleaning...207 Interior Lights...83 Introduction...i Halogen Headlight Bulbs...194 Hazard Warning Flashers...80 Headlights Daytime Running Lights...52 High Beam Indicator...46 Reminder Tone...51 Replacing Halogen Bulbs ...194 Turning on...51 Heating and Cooling...
... Clutch...171 Hydroplaning...141 Jump Starting...222 Keys...58 Identification Number, Vehicle...244 Ignition Keys...58 Switch...60 Timing Control System...253 Indicator Lights, Instrument Panel...43 Inflation, Proper Tire ...185 Inside Mirror...80 Inspection, Tire...187 Instrument Panel...42 Instrument Panel Brightness...52 Interior Cleaning...207 Interior Lights...83 Introduction...i Halogen Headlight Bulbs...194 Hazard Warning Flashers...80 Headlights Daytime Running Lights...52 High Beam Indicator...46 Reminder Tone...51 Replacing Halogen Bulbs ...194 Turning on...51 Heating and Cooling...
Owner's Manual
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... (Ignition Key Position)...61 Opening the Trunk...66 Operation in Foreign Countries...251 Outside Mirrors...80 Overheating, Engine...225 Oxygenated Fuels...250 New Vehicle Break-in ...116 Normal Shift Speeds...134 NOTICE, Explanation of...ii Numbers, Identification...244 Paint Touch-up...206 Panel Brightness Control...52 Parking Brake...81 Parking Lights...51 PGM-FI System...253 Radiator Overheating...225 Radio Sound System...94 Readiness Codes...255 Rear Lights, Bulb Replacement...198 Rear View Mirror...80 Reclining the Seat-backs...
... (Ignition Key Position)...61 Opening the Trunk...66 Operation in Foreign Countries...251 Outside Mirrors...80 Overheating, Engine...225 Oxygenated Fuels...250 New Vehicle Break-in ...116 Normal Shift Speeds...134 NOTICE, Explanation of...ii Numbers, Identification...244 Paint Touch-up...206 Panel Brightness Control...52 Parking Brake...81 Parking Lights...51 PGM-FI System...253 Radiator Overheating...225 Radio Sound System...94 Readiness Codes...255 Rear Lights, Bulb Replacement...198 Rear View Mirror...80 Reclining the Seat-backs...
Owner's Manual
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Index Recovery Vehicle, Emergency Towing...241 Reminder Lights...43 Remote Transmitter...63 Replacement Information Air Cleaner...172 Engine Coolant...163 Engine Oil and Filter...159 Fuses...235 Eight Bulbs...194 Schedule...146 Spark Plugs...174 Tires...189 Wiper Blades...180 Replacing Seat Belts After a Crash...34 Restraint, Child...19 Rotation, Tire...188 Seat Belts...8 Additional information...33 Advice for pregnant Women...17 Cleaning...208 Lap/Shoulder Belt...33 Maintenance...34 Reminder Eight and Beeper...44 System Components...33...
Index Recovery Vehicle, Emergency Towing...241 Reminder Lights...43 Remote Transmitter...63 Replacement Information Air Cleaner...172 Engine Coolant...163 Engine Oil and Filter...159 Fuses...235 Eight Bulbs...194 Schedule...146 Spark Plugs...174 Tires...189 Wiper Blades...180 Replacing Seat Belts After a Crash...34 Restraint, Child...19 Rotation, Tire...188 Seat Belts...8 Additional information...33 Advice for pregnant Women...17 Cleaning...208 Lap/Shoulder Belt...33 Maintenance...34 Reminder Eight and Beeper...44 System Components...33...