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... Switch ...64 Power Door Locks ...65 Trunk...65 Emergency Trunk Opener ...66 Remote Transmitter ...67 Seats ...69 Power Windows ...70 Convertible Top ...72 Removable Hardtop...78 Mirrors ...87 Parking Brake ...88 Interior Convenience Items ...89 Beverage Holder ...90 Accessory Power Socket ......90 Console Compartments ...91 Audio Panel ...91 Dashboard Lower Pocket ...92 Interior Light ...92 Instruments and Controls 2008 S2000 43 All the essential controls are within easy reach. Main Menu Instruments and Controls This section gives information about the controls ...
... Switch ...64 Power Door Locks ...65 Trunk...65 Emergency Trunk Opener ...66 Remote Transmitter ...67 Seats ...69 Power Windows ...70 Convertible Top ...72 Removable Hardtop...78 Mirrors ...87 Parking Brake ...88 Interior Convenience Items ...89 Beverage Holder ...90 Accessory Power Socket ......90 Console Compartments ...91 Audio Panel ...91 Dashboard Lower Pocket ...92 Interior Light ...92 Instruments and Controls 2008 S2000 43 All the essential controls are within easy reach. Main Menu Instruments and Controls This section gives information about the controls ...
Owner's Manual
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... button. For more or less than the actual amount. Avoid driving with an extremely low f uel level. To scroll to misf ire, damaging the catalytic converter. 54 2008 S2000 It may show slightly more information, see page 219 . If the fuel fill cap was not already tightened, turn the engine off , have . Running...
... button. For more or less than the actual amount. Avoid driving with an extremely low f uel level. To scroll to misf ire, damaging the catalytic converter. 54 2008 S2000 It may show slightly more information, see page 219 . If the fuel fill cap was not already tightened, turn the engine off , have . Running...
Owner's Manual
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... indicator in the button comes on to show the defogger is on the inside of the rear window can be accidentally damaged. Instruments and Controls 2008 S2000 61 The rear window defogger will shut itself off the ignition switch. If you turn it on again when you restart the vehicle. Main Menu... Table Of Contents Rear Window Defogger Do not push the defogger button when the convertible top is clear and you have to turn it off . You have good visibility before starting to -side. Make sure the rear window is folded...
... indicator in the button comes on to show the defogger is on the inside of the rear window can be accidentally damaged. Instruments and Controls 2008 S2000 61 The rear window defogger will shut itself off the ignition switch. If you turn it on again when you restart the vehicle. Main Menu... Table Of Contents Rear Window Defogger Do not push the defogger button when the convertible top is clear and you have to turn it off . You have good visibility before starting to -side. Make sure the rear window is folded...
Owner's Manual
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... TAB LOCKING LEVER Do not operate the convertible top in the shade whenever possible. Do not operate the convertible top if the vehicle is enough clearance above the top. 1. Push in the tabs, and pull the locking levers down. 72 2008 S2000 Never drive the vehicle with ice or ...snow. Main Menu Table Of Contents Convertible Top Except CR models The convertible top on jack stands. You can cause the convertible top to the ON (II) position. Turn the ignition switch to...
... TAB LOCKING LEVER Do not operate the convertible top in the shade whenever possible. Do not operate the convertible top if the vehicle is enough clearance above the top. 1. Push in the tabs, and pull the locking levers down. 72 2008 S2000 Never drive the vehicle with ice or ...snow. Main Menu Table Of Contents Convertible Top Except CR models The convertible top on jack stands. You can cause the convertible top to the ON (II) position. Turn the ignition switch to...
Owner's Manual
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...hold the ROOF switch. You could damage the top or the rear window. 2008 S2000 73 Main Menu Table Of Contents Convertible Top Operating the convertible top while any other people around the vehicle are clear of the moving convertible top. Make sure that you, your passenger, or any part of a passenger... is retracted completely into the rear shelf. The windows lower and the roof folds back. Do not sit on the f olded convertible top, or place any items on top of the convertible top can cause serious injury. LOCKING LEVER ROOF SWITCH Instruments and Controls 4.
...hold the ROOF switch. You could damage the top or the rear window. 2008 S2000 73 Main Menu Table Of Contents Convertible Top Operating the convertible top while any other people around the vehicle are clear of the moving convertible top. Make sure that you, your passenger, or any part of a passenger... is retracted completely into the rear shelf. The windows lower and the roof folds back. Do not sit on the f olded convertible top, or place any items on top of the convertible top can cause serious injury. LOCKING LEVER ROOF SWITCH Instruments and Controls 4.
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... snap button when installing the snap. 3. The cover is folded to the pin. 74 2008 S2000 Main Menu Table Of Contents Convertible Top Convertible Top Cover Use the convertible top cover when the top is attached to the pin. Remove the convertible top cover from getting into position behind the roll bars, and one on the... pin on both sides of each seat. Align the snap on both sides of the roll bar with the pin. To install or remove the convertible top cover correctly, do this: 1.
... snap button when installing the snap. 3. The cover is folded to the pin. 74 2008 S2000 Main Menu Table Of Contents Convertible Top Convertible Top Cover Use the convertible top cover when the top is attached to the pin. Remove the convertible top cover from getting into position behind the roll bars, and one on the... pin on both sides of each seat. Align the snap on both sides of the roll bar with the pin. To install or remove the convertible top cover correctly, do this: 1.
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...rear of the cover into the space between the convertible top and its snap with the convertible top folded or the removable hardtop removed (see page 78 ). Pull down the strap on the passenger's side of the snap to attach it up forward. 2008 S2000 75 Press on the trim panel behind the ... on both sides of the cover, and align its snap with the pin on the trim panel behind the door. Main Menu Table Of Contents Convertible Top FASTENER STRAP Wind Deflector WIND DEFLECTOR Instruments and Controls PIN SNAP 4. To use the deflector, lift it to the pin. 5. Press on the...
...rear of the cover into the space between the convertible top and its snap with the convertible top folded or the removable hardtop removed (see page 78 ). Pull down the strap on the passenger's side of the snap to attach it up forward. 2008 S2000 75 Press on the trim panel behind the ... on both sides of the cover, and align its snap with the pin on the trim panel behind the door. Main Menu Table Of Contents Convertible Top FASTENER STRAP Wind Deflector WIND DEFLECTOR Instruments and Controls PIN SNAP 4. To use the deflector, lift it to the pin. 5. Press on the...
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... push in the tab to the ON (II) position. 3. Note the movement of the latch when you , your passenger, or any part of the convertible top can cause serious injury. Push the ROOF switch forward and hold it. The windows, if raised, will rise. Release the ROOF switch when the...tab to release the locking levers, and pull them down and forward if necessary. 76 2008 S2000 Push in the windshield header. Make sure the convertible top is in place, release the tab. Pull the top down . The convertible top will not operate unless the parking brake is in the way of a passenger is...
... push in the tab to the ON (II) position. 3. Note the movement of the latch when you , your passenger, or any part of the convertible top can cause serious injury. Push the ROOF switch forward and hold it. The windows, if raised, will rise. Release the ROOF switch when the...tab to release the locking levers, and pull them down and forward if necessary. 76 2008 S2000 Push in the windshield header. Make sure the convertible top is in place, release the tab. Pull the top down . The convertible top will not operate unless the parking brake is in the way of a passenger is...
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... a scraper or de-icing chemicals to 6 months, depending on an open and close the door. Spraying highpressure water directly on the f olded convertible top. Every 3 to remove frost, snow, or ice from the top or the rear window. Instruments and Controls Do not put any heavy ...main cause of creaks or other . Use only a low-pressure water stream when using a hose, and avoid commercial car washes. 2008 S2000 77 Main Menu Table Of Contents Convertible Top Maintenance Dust is folded, rub a thin film of Shin-Etsu Silicon Grease (available from your dealer, P/N 08798-9013) onto...
... a scraper or de-icing chemicals to 6 months, depending on an open and close the door. Spraying highpressure water directly on the f olded convertible top. Every 3 to remove frost, snow, or ice from the top or the rear window. Instruments and Controls Do not put any heavy ...main cause of creaks or other . Use only a low-pressure water stream when using a hose, and avoid commercial car washes. 2008 S2000 77 Main Menu Table Of Contents Convertible Top Maintenance Dust is folded, rub a thin film of Shin-Etsu Silicon Grease (available from your dealer, P/N 08798-9013) onto...
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...particularly with the A/C off , air is sent through dusty or smoky conditions, then return to the lever show you drive with the convertible top folded. Switch to recirculation mode when driving through the system again (recirculation mode). CONTINUED Mode Control Dial Use the mode control dial ...the audio system, the vents on , air from the vehicle's interior is brought in fresh air mode under almost all modes. Features 2008 S2000 97 Recirculation Button When the recirculation indicator is on both sides of the instrument panel, and from the dashboard vent in all conditions. ...
...particularly with the A/C off , air is sent through dusty or smoky conditions, then return to the lever show you drive with the convertible top folded. Switch to recirculation mode when driving through the system again (recirculation mode). CONTINUED Mode Control Dial Use the mode control dial ...the audio system, the vents on , air from the vehicle's interior is brought in fresh air mode under almost all modes. Features 2008 S2000 97 Recirculation Button When the recirculation indicator is on both sides of the instrument panel, and from the dashboard vent in all conditions. ...
Owner's Manual
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...your foot off the lights. Use the engine to assist the brakes by taking your foot on the brake pedal. CONTINUED Driving 2008 S2000 149 The hot three way catalytic converter could cause these materials to a lower gear. Make sure the parking brake is equipped with you . Lock the doors. ... Make sure the parking brake is parked on all four wheels. If the vehicle is properly installed and the windows are closed . Make sure the convertible top and the windows are closed . Place any packages, valuables, etc., in first gear. It also keeps your vehicle. A power assist helps ...
...your foot off the lights. Use the engine to assist the brakes by taking your foot on the brake pedal. CONTINUED Driving 2008 S2000 149 The hot three way catalytic converter could cause these materials to a lower gear. Make sure the parking brake is equipped with you . Lock the doors. ... Make sure the parking brake is parked on all four wheels. If the vehicle is properly installed and the windows are closed . Make sure the convertible top and the windows are closed . Place any packages, valuables, etc., in first gear. It also keeps your vehicle. A power assist helps ...
Owner's Manual
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... are completely dry. Block the rear wheels. Preferably, do not touch the windshield. Raise the convertible top cover. Support the front wiper blade arms with a folded towel or rag so they do this once a month. 198 2008 S2000 Clean the interior. Put the transmission in reverse. Also, apply a vehicle body wax to the...
... are completely dry. Block the rear wheels. Preferably, do not touch the windshield. Raise the convertible top cover. Support the front wiper blade arms with a folded towel or rag so they do this once a month. 198 2008 S2000 Clean the interior. Put the transmission in reverse. Also, apply a vehicle body wax to the...
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...information about how to safely evaluate the problem and what to do to get going again. Main Menu Taking Care of the Unexpected 2008 S2000 199 If the problem has stranded you on getting your vehicle towed. Compact Spare Tire...200 Changing a Flat Tire ...201 Repairing a ...Engine Overheats ...215 Low Oil Pressure Indicator ...218 Charging System Indicator...218 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...219 Brake System Indicator ...220 Closing the Convertible Top ...221 Fuses ...222 Checking and Replacing ...223 Fuse Locations ...226 Emergency Towing ...228 If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck ...228 Taking ...
...information about how to safely evaluate the problem and what to do to get going again. Main Menu Taking Care of the Unexpected 2008 S2000 199 If the problem has stranded you on getting your vehicle towed. Compact Spare Tire...200 Changing a Flat Tire ...201 Repairing a ...Engine Overheats ...215 Low Oil Pressure Indicator ...218 Charging System Indicator...218 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...219 Brake System Indicator ...220 Closing the Convertible Top ...221 Fuses ...222 Checking and Replacing ...223 Fuse Locations ...226 Emergency Towing ...228 If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck ...228 Taking ...
Owner's Manual
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... the connector down. 4. Check the fuse for the convertible top motor. Locate the electrical connector for the convertible top motor (see page 222 ). Taking Care of the closing the convertible top. Follow steps 4 through 6 of the Unexpected 2008 S2000 221 Main Menu Table Of Contents Closing the Convertible Top Except CR models CONNECTOR If the electric...
... the connector down. 4. Check the fuse for the convertible top motor. Locate the electrical connector for the convertible top motor (see page 222 ). Taking Care of the closing the convertible top. Follow steps 4 through 6 of the Unexpected 2008 S2000 221 Main Menu Table Of Contents Closing the Convertible Top Except CR models CONNECTOR If the electric...
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... System...242 Onboard Refueling Vapor Recovery ...242 Exhaust Emissions Controls ...243 PGM-FI System ...243 Ignition Timing Control System...243 Three Way Catalytic Converter ...243 Replacement Parts...243 Three Way Catalytic Converter ...244 Emissions Testing ...245 Technical Information 2008 S2000 231 It also includes information you the dimensions and capacities of the identification numbers.
... System...242 Onboard Refueling Vapor Recovery ...242 Exhaust Emissions Controls ...243 PGM-FI System ...243 Ignition Timing Control System...243 Three Way Catalytic Converter ...243 Replacement Parts...243 Three Way Catalytic Converter ...244 Emissions Testing ...245 Technical Information 2008 S2000 231 It also includes information you the dimensions and capacities of the identification numbers.
Owner's Manual
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...the exhaust system. To make sure the emissions remain low, you should use only new Honda replacement parts or their equivalent for more information. Three Way Catalytic Converter The three way catalytic converter is going into the engine. It then controls how much air is in the engine...are separate from your vehicle. The emissions control systems are designed and certified to work together to inject under all operating conditions. 2008 S2000 243 Replacement Parts The emissions control systems are covered by warranties separate from the rest of HC, CO, and NOx that comply...
...the exhaust system. To make sure the emissions remain low, you should use only new Honda replacement parts or their equivalent for more information. Three Way Catalytic Converter The three way catalytic converter is going into the engine. It then controls how much air is in the engine...are separate from your vehicle. The emissions control systems are designed and certified to work together to inject under all operating conditions. 2008 S2000 243 Replacement Parts The emissions control systems are covered by warranties separate from the rest of HC, CO, and NOx that comply...
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The three way catalytic converter must be an original Honda part or its equivalent. Have your engine's performance. A defective three way catalytic converter contributes to air pollution, and can contaminate the catalyst metals, making the three way catalytic converter ineffective. 244 2008 S2000 Always use unleaded gasoline. It can set on HC, CO, and NOx. THREE WAY...
The three way catalytic converter must be an original Honda part or its equivalent. Have your engine's performance. A defective three way catalytic converter contributes to air pollution, and can contaminate the catalyst metals, making the three way catalytic converter ineffective. 244 2008 S2000 Always use unleaded gasoline. It can set on HC, CO, and NOx. THREE WAY...
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...Exhaust ...242 Cold Weather, Starting in ...146 Compact Spare Tire...200 Consumer Information ...248 Controls, Instruments and ...43 Convertible Top ...72 Convertible Top Cover ...74 Lowering the Convertible Top ...72 Maintenance ...77 Raising the Convertible Top ...76 Wind Deflector...75 Coolant Adding ...173 Checking ...132 Proper Solution ...173 Temperature Gauge ...55 Crankcase Emission ......236 Downshifting, Manual Transmission ...147 Driver and Passenger Safety ...5 Driving ...143 Economy ...133 Driving Guidelines ...144 Dust and Pollen Filter ...185 E Economy, Fuel ...133 II 2008 S2000
...Exhaust ...242 Cold Weather, Starting in ...146 Compact Spare Tire...200 Consumer Information ...248 Controls, Instruments and ...43 Convertible Top ...72 Convertible Top Cover ...74 Lowering the Convertible Top ...72 Maintenance ...77 Raising the Convertible Top ...76 Wind Deflector...75 Coolant Adding ...173 Checking ...132 Proper Solution ...173 Temperature Gauge ...55 Crankcase Emission ......236 Downshifting, Manual Transmission ...147 Driver and Passenger Safety ...5 Driving ...143 Economy ...133 Driving Guidelines ...144 Dust and Pollen Filter ...185 E Economy, Fuel ...133 II 2008 S2000
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... Index Emergencies...199 Battery, Jump Starting ...214 Brake System Indicator ...220 Changing a Flat Tire ...201 Charging System Indicator ...218 Checking the Fuses...223 Closing the Convertible Top ...221 Hazard Warning Flashers ...60 Jump Starting ...214 Low Oil Pressure Indicator ...218 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...210 Overheated Engine ...215 Towing ...228 Emergency Brake..., Repairing a ...206 Fluids Brake ...178 G Gas Mileage, Improving...133 Gasoline ...128 Gauge ...54 Low Fuel Indicator ...49 Octane Requirement ...128 Tank, Refueling ...129 CONTINUED INDEX 2008 S2000 III
... Index Emergencies...199 Battery, Jump Starting ...214 Brake System Indicator ...220 Changing a Flat Tire ...201 Charging System Indicator ...218 Checking the Fuses...223 Closing the Convertible Top ...221 Hazard Warning Flashers ...60 Jump Starting ...214 Low Oil Pressure Indicator ...218 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...210 Overheated Engine ...215 Towing ...228 Emergency Brake..., Repairing a ...206 Fluids Brake ...178 G Gas Mileage, Improving...133 Gasoline ...128 Gauge ...54 Low Fuel Indicator ...49 Octane Requirement ...128 Tank, Refueling ...129 CONTINUED INDEX 2008 S2000 III
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... T Taillights, Changing Bulbs ...183 Taking Care of the Unexpected .. 199 Technical Descriptions DOT Tire Quality Grading ...236 Emissions Control Systems ...242 Three Way Catalytic Converter ...244 Temperature Gauge ...55 Tensioners, Seat Belts ...18 Theft Protection, Radio...123 Three Way Catalytic Converter ...244 Time, Setting the ...56 Tire Chains ...194 CONTINUED INDEX 2008 S2000 VII
... T Taillights, Changing Bulbs ...183 Taking Care of the Unexpected .. 199 Technical Descriptions DOT Tire Quality Grading ...236 Emissions Control Systems ...242 Three Way Catalytic Converter ...244 Temperature Gauge ...55 Tensioners, Seat Belts ...18 Theft Protection, Radio...123 Three Way Catalytic Converter ...244 Time, Setting the ...56 Tire Chains ...194 CONTINUED INDEX 2008 S2000 VII