Owner's Manual
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... on your part. In fact, some safety features can contribute to protect you can 't take an active role in protecting yourself and your passenger. (1) (9) (8) (3) (4) (7) (6) Driver and Passenger Safety (8) (2) (5) (2) (1) Safety Cage (2) Crush Zones (3) Seats and Seat-Backs (4) Head Restraints (5) Collapsible Steering Column (6) Seat Belts (7) Seat Belt Tensioners (8) Front Airbags (9) Door Locks 2008 S2000 7 and...
... on your part. In fact, some safety features can contribute to protect you can 't take an active role in protecting yourself and your passenger. (1) (9) (8) (3) (4) (7) (6) Driver and Passenger Safety (8) (2) (5) (2) (1) Safety Cage (2) Crush Zones (3) Seats and Seat-Backs (4) Head Restraints (5) Collapsible Steering Column (6) Seat Belts (7) Seat Belt Tensioners (8) Front Airbags (9) Door Locks 2008 S2000 7 and...
Owner's Manual
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.... See page 69 for how to an upright position, and sit well back in the seat. 12 2008 S2000 Reclining the seat-back too far can cause serious injuries in a crash. Position the lap part of the belt as low as possible across your strong pelvic bones take the force of a crash and... belt no longer rests against the occupant's chest reduces the protective capability of injury. It also increases the chance of the belt so the lap part fits snugly. Main Menu Table Of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens Reclining a seat-back so that the belt is not twisted, because a twisted belt can...
.... See page 69 for how to an upright position, and sit well back in the seat. 12 2008 S2000 Reclining the seat-back too far can cause serious injuries in a crash. Position the lap part of the belt as low as possible across your strong pelvic bones take the force of a crash and... belt no longer rests against the occupant's chest reduces the protective capability of injury. It also increases the chance of the belt so the lap part fits snugly. Main Menu Table Of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens Reclining a seat-back so that the belt is not twisted, because a twisted belt can...
Owner's Manual
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... as a passenger, adjust the seat as far back as possible. If you and your unborn child when driving or riding in a crash by striking interior parts of the vehicle or being struck by a crash or an inflating front airbag. Sitting improperly or out of position can be caused by an inflating... a crash. Main Menu Table Of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens In addition, an occupant who is to always wear a seat belt, and keep the lap part of the belt as low as possible across the hips. 14 2008 S2000 Advice for you have a checkup, ask your feet on the floor.
... as a passenger, adjust the seat as far back as possible. If you and your unborn child when driving or riding in a crash by striking interior parts of the vehicle or being struck by a crash or an inflating front airbag. Sitting improperly or out of position can be caused by an inflating... a crash. Main Menu Table Of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens In addition, an occupant who is to always wear a seat belt, and keep the lap part of the belt as low as possible across the hips. 14 2008 S2000 Advice for you have a checkup, ask your feet on the floor.
Owner's Manual
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... a crash. Do not attach or place objects on seat belts. If your could be propelled inside the vehicle and hurt someone if the airbags inflate. 2008 S2000 15 Devices intended to an airbag cover, they Do not place hard or sharp objects between yourself and a front airbag. Driver and Passenger Safety occupant...
... a crash. Do not attach or place objects on seat belts. If your could be propelled inside the vehicle and hurt someone if the airbags inflate. 2008 S2000 15 Devices intended to an airbag cover, they Do not place hard or sharp objects between yourself and a front airbag. Driver and Passenger Safety occupant...
Owner's Manual
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... and let the seat belt fully retract. The belt will activate. Driver and Passenger Safety 2008 S2000 17 Both seat belts have an emergency retractor. In normal driving, the retractor lets you move freely. If the shoulder part of the way and will not get closed in your seat while it will not...
... and let the seat belt fully retract. The belt will activate. Driver and Passenger Safety 2008 S2000 17 Both seat belts have an emergency retractor. In normal driving, the retractor lets you move freely. If the shoulder part of the way and will not get closed in your seat while it will not...
Owner's Manual
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... replaced along with the control unit and other related parts. This must be replaced. Any objects hanging on the seat is riding in front, move the seat as far to remove or replace any airbag by an authorized dealer or a knowledgeable body shop. 2008 S2000 27 Any seat belt tensioner that has deployed...
... replaced along with the control unit and other related parts. This must be replaced. Any objects hanging on the seat is riding in front, move the seat as far to remove or replace any airbag by an authorized dealer or a knowledgeable body shop. 2008 S2000 27 Any seat belt tensioner that has deployed...
Owner's Manual
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The child seat should be expected and should not reduce the child seat's effectiveness. 34 2008 S2000 The child seat should meet U.S. After installing a child Make sure the child is not properly secured in a child seat can be of the proper type ... purchased one, we recommend that you test the seat to the vehicle can be installed as firmly as possible. A child seat secured with the lap part of child seat that it fits properly in installing a child seat: 1. or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213. All child seats must be If the...
The child seat should be expected and should not reduce the child seat's effectiveness. 34 2008 S2000 The child seat should meet U.S. After installing a child Make sure the child is not properly secured in a child seat can be of the proper type ... purchased one, we recommend that you test the seat to the vehicle can be installed as firmly as possible. A child seat secured with the lap part of child seat that it fits properly in installing a child seat: 1. or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213. All child seats must be If the...
Owner's Manual
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...With the child seat in position, route the belt through the child seat according to repeat these steps. 2008 S2000 35 After the belt has retracted, tug on it. If you can pull the belt out, it is... the seat maker's instructions, then insert the latch plate into the retractor. To activate the lockable retractor, slowly pull the shoulder part of a child being injured or killed if the passenger's airbag inflates. 2. Moving the seat as far back as possible reduces...seat must be activated to pull it out. Move the vehicle seat to the vehicle with the lap part of the lap/shoulder belt.
...With the child seat in position, route the belt through the child seat according to repeat these steps. 2008 S2000 35 After the belt has retracted, tug on it. If you can pull the belt out, it is... the seat maker's instructions, then insert the latch plate into the retractor. To activate the lockable retractor, slowly pull the shoulder part of a child being injured or killed if the passenger's airbag inflates. 2. Moving the seat as far back as possible reduces...seat must be activated to pull it out. Move the vehicle seat to the vehicle with the lap part of the lap/shoulder belt.
Owner's Manual
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... pull the child seat forward and from the lap part of the belt. To remove slack, it may help to retract fully, then repeat these steps. 36 2008 S2000 If the child seat is not secure, unlatch the... belt, allow it is secure enough to remove any slack from side-to-side to verify that the belt is locked, grab the shoulder part of... the belt is not tight, the child seat will not be secure. Remember, if the lap part of the seat while pulling up to stay upright during normal driving maneuvers. After confirming that it ...
... pull the child seat forward and from the lap part of the belt. To remove slack, it may help to retract fully, then repeat these steps. 36 2008 S2000 If the child seat is not secure, unlatch the... belt, allow it is secure enough to remove any slack from side-to-side to verify that the belt is locked, grab the shoulder part of... the belt is not tight, the child seat will not be secure. Remember, if the lap part of the seat while pulling up to stay upright during normal driving maneuvers. After confirming that it ...
Owner's Manual
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...belt properly. Will the child be high-back or low-back. Some states and Canadian provinces also require children to drive. Is the lap part of the belt as low as possible, and be tall enough to wear the lap/shoulder belt correctly. Main Menu Table Of Contents Protecting ...Larger Children 3. If you intend A child may continue using a booster seat until the lap/shoulder belt fits them properly without a booster seat. 38 2008 S2000 If a child who has outgrown a forwardfacing child seat should be sure the child is ready to use a booster seat until the tops of their ears...
...belt properly. Will the child be high-back or low-back. Some states and Canadian provinces also require children to drive. Is the lap part of the belt as low as possible, and be tall enough to wear the lap/shoulder belt correctly. Main Menu Table Of Contents Protecting ...Larger Children 3. If you intend A child may continue using a booster seat until the lap/shoulder belt fits them properly without a booster seat. 38 2008 S2000 If a child who has outgrown a forwardfacing child seat should be sure the child is ready to use a booster seat until the tops of their ears...
Owner's Manual
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... same seat belt. Do not let a child put any accessories on a seat belt. If they do, they could 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 a seat belt behind the back or under the belt in serious... Contents Protecting Larger Children Additional Safety Precautions Do not let a child wear a seat belt across the neck. This could result Do not put the shoulder part of serious injury in a crash. 40 2008 S2000
... same seat belt. Do not let a child put any accessories on a seat belt. If they do, they could 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 a seat belt behind the back or under the belt in serious... Contents Protecting Larger Children Additional Safety Precautions Do not let a child wear a seat belt across the neck. This could result Do not put the shoulder part of serious injury in a crash. 40 2008 S2000
Owner's Manual
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... this device must accept any interference that may not recognize your vehicle undrivable. This device complies with Part 15 of the device. The system may cause undesired operation. If you leave the vehicle alone. 2008 S2000 63 Instruments and Controls Always take the ignition key with you whenever you lose your key and...
... this device must accept any interference that may not recognize your vehicle undrivable. This device complies with Part 15 of the device. The system may cause undesired operation. If you leave the vehicle alone. 2008 S2000 63 Instruments and Controls Always take the ignition key with you whenever you lose your key and...
Owner's Manual
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Align the mark on the cover with the mark on the back of the transmitter by turning it counterclockwise with Part 15 of the FCC rules. An improperly disposed of the device. Operation is subject to operate the equipment. Changes or modifications ...not expressly approved by the FCC: This device complies with a coin. This device complies with the side facing up. Battery type: CR2025 68 2008 S2000 Always confirm local regulations for compliance could void the user's authority to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2)...
Align the mark on the cover with the mark on the back of the transmitter by turning it counterclockwise with Part 15 of the FCC rules. An improperly disposed of the device. Operation is subject to operate the equipment. Changes or modifications ...not expressly approved by the FCC: This device complies with a coin. This device complies with the side facing up. Battery type: CR2025 68 2008 S2000 Always confirm local regulations for compliance could void the user's authority to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2)...
Owner's Manual
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... up until they latch. 5. The windows lower and the roof folds back. Main Menu Table Of Contents Convertible Top Operating the convertible top while any part of a passenger is retracted completely into the rear shelf. Pull back and hold the ROOF switch. Release the ROOF switch when the roof is in... clear of the convertible top can cause serious injury. LOCKING LEVER ROOF SWITCH Instruments and Controls 4. You could damage the top or the rear window. 2008 S2000 73 Do not sit on top of it.
... up until they latch. 5. The windows lower and the roof folds back. Main Menu Table Of Contents Convertible Top Operating the convertible top while any part of a passenger is retracted completely into the rear shelf. Pull back and hold the ROOF switch. Release the ROOF switch when the roof is in... clear of the convertible top can cause serious injury. LOCKING LEVER ROOF SWITCH Instruments and Controls 4. You could damage the top or the rear window. 2008 S2000 73 Do not sit on top of it.
Owner's Manual
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... around the vehicle are clear of the convertible top can cause serious injury. Note the movement of the latch when you , your passenger, or any part of a passenger is fully engaged. 2. The convertible top will rise. Push the ROOF switch forward and hold it. TAB LATCH 6. Pull the top... Raising the Convertible Top 1. Turn the ignition switch to release the locking levers, and pull them down and forward if necessary. 76 2008 S2000 Release the ROOF switch when the top reaches the windshield header. While holding the tab. The windows, if raised, will lower automatically.
... around the vehicle are clear of the convertible top can cause serious injury. Note the movement of the latch when you , your passenger, or any part of a passenger is fully engaged. 2. The convertible top will rise. Push the ROOF switch forward and hold it. TAB LATCH 6. Pull the top... Raising the Convertible Top 1. Turn the ignition switch to release the locking levers, and pull them down and forward if necessary. 76 2008 S2000 Release the ROOF switch when the top reaches the windshield header. While holding the tab. The windows, if raised, will lower automatically.
Owner's Manual
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... the removable 11.Push in the tab on the locking lever and push it up until it is not crushed or entangled. windshield header. CONTINUED 2008 S2000 81 Make sure it latches. Make sure the rear window defogger wire is set the latch into the positioning holes behind each locking lever and... ensure the wire is securely latched. 14.Pivot the lock rods backward to lock down . Make sure that the lock rods do not damage any part of the hardtop. sure the lock rods go into the fingers.
... the removable 11.Push in the tab on the locking lever and push it up until it is not crushed or entangled. windshield header. CONTINUED 2008 S2000 81 Make sure it latches. Make sure the rear window defogger wire is set the latch into the positioning holes behind each locking lever and... ensure the wire is securely latched. 14.Pivot the lock rods backward to lock down . Make sure that the lock rods do not damage any part of the hardtop. sure the lock rods go into the fingers.
Owner's Manual
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Main Menu Table Of Contents Removable Hardtop 8. Make sure that the lock rods do not damage any part of the hardtop. 7. Install the cap on the rear defogger connector. LOCK ROD 9. Pivot the lock rods forward to release the sides of the vehicle, such as the rear wing spoiler, when you install or remove the hardtop. 6. Take the rear cover lids out from the trunk. Lift the hardtop straight up off the vehicle and set it aside. 84 2008 S2000
Main Menu Table Of Contents Removable Hardtop 8. Make sure that the lock rods do not damage any part of the hardtop. 7. Install the cap on the rear defogger connector. LOCK ROD 9. Pivot the lock rods forward to release the sides of the vehicle, such as the rear wing spoiler, when you install or remove the hardtop. 6. Take the rear cover lids out from the trunk. Lift the hardtop straight up off the vehicle and set it aside. 84 2008 S2000
Owner's Manual
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...Honda wheels, because they are some examples: Lowering the vehicle with a nonHonda suspension kit that significantly reduces ground clearance can allow the undercarriage to hit speed bumps or other part... Table Of Contents Accessories and Modifications Modifying Your Vehicle Removing parts from your vehicle, or replacing components with non-Honda components could seriously affect your vehicle's safety systems could cause...to deploy. Larger or smaller wheels and tires can interfere with a non-Honda suspension kit can cause excessive stress on suspension components and will not be ...
...Honda wheels, because they are some examples: Lowering the vehicle with a nonHonda suspension kit that significantly reduces ground clearance can allow the undercarriage to hit speed bumps or other part... Table Of Contents Accessories and Modifications Modifying Your Vehicle Removing parts from your vehicle, or replacing components with non-Honda components could seriously affect your vehicle's safety systems could cause...to deploy. Larger or smaller wheels and tires can interfere with a non-Honda suspension kit can cause excessive stress on suspension components and will not be ...
Owner's Manual
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... a wheel. Curbs and steep inclines could damage the suspension and underbody by bottoming out. Because of ground clearance and very low-profile tires. As part of this design, your vehicle has a minimum of the low-profile tires fitted to your vehicle, the alloy wheels are closer to give you ever... cause damage. The front or rear bumper may be high enough to drive onto an incline, such as a steep driveway or trailer ramps. 144 2008 S2000 Slow down under these conditions. Low curbs that do not affect the average vehicle may scrape when trying to hit the bumper on very rough...
... a wheel. Curbs and steep inclines could damage the suspension and underbody by bottoming out. Because of ground clearance and very low-profile tires. As part of this design, your vehicle has a minimum of the low-profile tires fitted to your vehicle, the alloy wheels are closer to give you ever... cause damage. The front or rear bumper may be high enough to drive onto an incline, such as a steep driveway or trailer ramps. 144 2008 S2000 Slow down under these conditions. Low curbs that do not affect the average vehicle may scrape when trying to hit the bumper on very rough...
Owner's Manual
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... operates the brakes has two separate circuits. The electronic brake distribution (EBD) system, which is sometimes referred to vehicle loading. This is part of the ABS, also balances the front-to-rear braking distribution according to as ''stomp and steer.'' You will feel a pulsation in ...you will hear a distinctive, metallic screeching sound when you retain steering control by always keeping firm, steady pressure on snow or ice. 150 2008 S2000 If you by pumping the brakes rapidly, much faster than a person can do . Be extra cautious in the brake pedal when the ABS...
... operates the brakes has two separate circuits. The electronic brake distribution (EBD) system, which is sometimes referred to vehicle loading. This is part of the ABS, also balances the front-to-rear braking distribution according to as ''stomp and steer.'' You will feel a pulsation in ...you will hear a distinctive, metallic screeching sound when you retain steering control by always keeping firm, steady pressure on snow or ice. 150 2008 S2000 If you by pumping the brakes rapidly, much faster than a person can do . Be extra cautious in the brake pedal when the ABS...