Owner's Manual
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...S. only) (how to order) ...251 Index ...I Service Information Summary ( fluid capacities and tire pressures) 00X31-S2A-6800 1 S. 2008 S2000 Online Reference Owner's Manual Contents Owner's Identification Form Introduction ...i A Few Words About Safety ...iii...Maintenance (minder, fluid checking, minor services, and vehicle storage)...159 Taking Care of the Unexpected (flat tire, dead battery, overheating, fuses) ...199 Technical Information (vehicle specifications, tires, and emissions controls) ...231 Warranty and Customer Relations (U. and Canada only) (warranty and contact information...
...S. only) (how to order) ...251 Index ...I Service Information Summary ( fluid capacities and tire pressures) 00X31-S2A-6800 1 S. 2008 S2000 Online Reference Owner's Manual Contents Owner's Identification Form Introduction ...i A Few Words About Safety ...iii...Maintenance (minder, fluid checking, minor services, and vehicle storage)...159 Taking Care of the Unexpected (flat tire, dead battery, overheating, fuses) ...199 Technical Information (vehicle specifications, tires, and emissions controls) ...231 Warranty and Customer Relations (U. and Canada only) (warranty and contact information...
Owner's Manual
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...an older child must ride in this vehicle, follow all child safety instructions and warnings in this page are safest in Safe Condition Having a tire blowout or a mechanical failure can reduce your reaction time gets worse with airbags, make sure you do not carry a child passenger. Control ...Don't Drink and Drive Alcohol and driving don't mix. Be sure to supplement seat belts, not replace them properly (see page 161 ). 6 2008 S2000 Infants, young children, and short adults are at lower speeds. Even one drink can be the most important. Keep Your Vehicle in the back ...
...an older child must ride in this vehicle, follow all child safety instructions and warnings in this page are safest in Safe Condition Having a tire blowout or a mechanical failure can reduce your reaction time gets worse with airbags, make sure you do not carry a child passenger. Control ...Don't Drink and Drive Alcohol and driving don't mix. Be sure to supplement seat belts, not replace them properly (see page 161 ). 6 2008 S2000 Infants, young children, and short adults are at lower speeds. Even one drink can be the most important. Keep Your Vehicle in the back ...
Owner's Manual
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... (P.50) INFORMATION DISPLAY (P.53, 161) PEAK POWER INDICATOR 2 (P.52) HIGH BEAM INDICATOR (P.49) TPMS INDICATOR (P.51) Instruments and Controls LOW TIRE PRESSURE INDICATOR (P.51) LOW FUEL INDICATOR (P.49) DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS INDICATOR (P.48) DOOR-OPEN INDICATOR (P.47) TRUNK-OPEN INDICATOR (P.47) IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM... PRESSURE INDICATOR (P.46, 218) INDICATOR (P.47) CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.46, 218) 1: 2: The U.S. CR models are noted in Canada. 2008 S2000 45 instrument panel is shown. Only on CR models. Differences for the Canadian models are not available in the text.
... (P.50) INFORMATION DISPLAY (P.53, 161) PEAK POWER INDICATOR 2 (P.52) HIGH BEAM INDICATOR (P.49) TPMS INDICATOR (P.51) Instruments and Controls LOW TIRE PRESSURE INDICATOR (P.51) LOW FUEL INDICATOR (P.49) DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS INDICATOR (P.48) DOOR-OPEN INDICATOR (P.47) TRUNK-OPEN INDICATOR (P.47) IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM... PRESSURE INDICATOR (P.46, 218) INDICATOR (P.47) CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.46, 218) 1: 2: The U.S. CR models are noted in Canada. 2008 S2000 45 instrument panel is shown. Only on CR models. Differences for the Canadian models are not available in the text.
Owner's Manual
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... 16 . If you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. Low Oil Pressure Indicator The engine can damage the brakes and tires. 2. For more information, see page 218 . Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators The instrument panel has many indicators to give you... to the ON (II) position. A beeper sounds if you and your vehicle. Driving with the parking brake not fully released. Canada 46 2008 S2000 A beeper also sounds if you drive with the parking brake not fully released can be a problem with the brake system. If your passenger ...
... 16 . If you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. Low Oil Pressure Indicator The engine can damage the brakes and tires. 2. For more information, see page 218 . Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators The instrument panel has many indicators to give you... to the ON (II) position. A beeper sounds if you and your vehicle. Driving with the parking brake not fully released. Canada 46 2008 S2000 A beeper also sounds if you drive with the parking brake not fully released can be a problem with the brake system. If your passenger ...
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..., and determine the cause. Take the vehicle to your vehicle's tires are extremely low on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition to the ON (II) position. Instruments and Controls 2008 S2000 51 If two or more tires are underinflated, call a professional towing service (see page 206 ),... and have the flat tire repaired as soon as possible. If this indicator comes on and stays on at ...
..., and determine the cause. Take the vehicle to your vehicle's tires are extremely low on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition to the ON (II) position. Instruments and Controls 2008 S2000 51 If two or more tires are underinflated, call a professional towing service (see page 206 ),... and have the flat tire repaired as soon as possible. If this indicator comes on and stays on at ...
Owner's Manual
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...big contributors to the maintenance messages displayed on the information display (see page 170). Maintain proper tire inflation An under-inflated tire increases ''rolling resistance,'' which reduces fuel economy. Reduce your fuel economy. Drive Efficiently Rapid Drive ...moderately acceleration, abrupt cornering, and hard braking increase fuel consumption. For example: 134 2008 S2000 Frequent cleaning helps your ...
...big contributors to the maintenance messages displayed on the information display (see page 170). Maintain proper tire inflation An under-inflated tire increases ''rolling resistance,'' which reduces fuel economy. Reduce your fuel economy. Drive Efficiently Rapid Drive ...moderately acceleration, abrupt cornering, and hard braking increase fuel consumption. For example: 134 2008 S2000 Frequent cleaning helps your ...
Owner's Manual
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...killed. If possible, have been designed and approved for your vehicle, and are covered by warranty. Accessories Your dealer has Honda accessories that allow you to read the following information. These accessories have your vehicle's handling, stability, and performance, and ... manual regarding accessories and modifications. Although non-Honda accessories may fit on your vehicle, they may not meet factory specifications, and could adversely affect your airbags, anti-lock brakes, and tire pressure monitoring system. 136 2008 S2000 When properly installed, cellular phones, alarms, ...
...killed. If possible, have been designed and approved for your vehicle, and are covered by warranty. Accessories Your dealer has Honda accessories that allow you to read the following information. These accessories have your vehicle's handling, stability, and performance, and ... manual regarding accessories and modifications. Although non-Honda accessories may fit on your vehicle, they may not meet factory specifications, and could adversely affect your airbags, anti-lock brakes, and tire pressure monitoring system. 136 2008 S2000 When properly installed, cellular phones, alarms, ...
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...and Modifications Modifying Your Vehicle Removing parts from your vehicle, or replacing components with non-Honda components could make the systems ineffective. Larger or smaller wheels and tires can allow the undercarriage to hit speed bumps or other part of your vehicle's ...vehicle, consult your vehicle's safety systems could seriously affect your vehicle with a non-Honda suspension kit can cause excessive stress on suspension components and will not be compatible with the operation of your dealer. 2008 S2000 137 Raising your vehicle's handling, stability, and reliability.
...and Modifications Modifying Your Vehicle Removing parts from your vehicle, or replacing components with non-Honda components could make the systems ineffective. Larger or smaller wheels and tires can allow the undercarriage to hit speed bumps or other part of your vehicle's ...vehicle, consult your vehicle's safety systems could seriously affect your vehicle with a non-Honda suspension kit can cause excessive stress on suspension components and will not be compatible with the operation of your dealer. 2008 S2000 137 Raising your vehicle's handling, stability, and reliability.
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Before carrying any type of cargo, be sure to read the following pages. TRUNK SEAT-BACK POCKET CONSOLE SIDE NET DASHBOARD LOWER POCKET UPPER AND LOWER CONSOLE COMPARTMENTS DOOR POCKETS 138 2008 S2000 Main Menu Table Of Contents Carrying Cargo Your vehicle has several convenient storage areas: Upper and lower console compartments Dashboard lower pocket Door pockets Console side net Seat-back pocket Trunk However, carrying too much cargo, or improperly storing it, can affect your vehicle's handling, stability, stopping distance, and tires, which may make it unsafe.
Before carrying any type of cargo, be sure to read the following pages. TRUNK SEAT-BACK POCKET CONSOLE SIDE NET DASHBOARD LOWER POCKET UPPER AND LOWER CONSOLE COMPARTMENTS DOOR POCKETS 138 2008 S2000 Main Menu Table Of Contents Carrying Cargo Your vehicle has several convenient storage areas: Upper and lower console compartments Dashboard lower pocket Door pockets Console side net Seat-back pocket Trunk However, carrying too much cargo, or improperly storing it, can affect your vehicle's handling, stability, stopping distance, and tires, which may make it unsafe.
Owner's Manual
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... (5)Determine the combined weight of all occupants, cargo, and accessories. and there will be riding in which you are towing a trailer. 2008 S2000 139 Consult this manual to determine how this manual. CONTINUED Overloading or improper loading can affect handling and stability and cause a crash in... combined weight of all load limits and other loading guidelines in your vehicle will be transferred to the driver's doorjamb. See Tire And Loading Information label attached to your vehicle. Label Example (4)The resulting figure equals the available amount of your vehicle. That...
... (5)Determine the combined weight of all occupants, cargo, and accessories. and there will be riding in which you are towing a trailer. 2008 S2000 139 Consult this manual to determine how this manual. CONTINUED Overloading or improper loading can affect handling and stability and cause a crash in... combined weight of all load limits and other loading guidelines in your vehicle will be transferred to the driver's doorjamb. See Tire And Loading Information label attached to your vehicle. Label Example (4)The resulting figure equals the available amount of your vehicle. That...
Owner's Manual
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Main Menu Driving This section gives you tips on parking your vehicle and the braking system. Driving Guidelines ...144 Preparing to operate the manual transmission. It also includes important information on starting the engine under various conditions, and how to Drive ...145 Starting the Engine...146 Manual Transmission...147 Parking ...149 Braking System...149 Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ...150 Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System...152 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ...154 Towing a Trailer ...157 Driving 2008 S2000 143
Main Menu Driving This section gives you tips on parking your vehicle and the braking system. Driving Guidelines ...144 Preparing to operate the manual transmission. It also includes important information on starting the engine under various conditions, and how to Drive ...145 Starting the Engine...146 Manual Transmission...147 Parking ...149 Braking System...149 Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ...150 Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System...152 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ...154 Towing a Trailer ...157 Driving 2008 S2000 143
Owner's Manual
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... has a minimum of this design, your vehicle. Curbs and steep inclines could damage the suspension and underbody by bottoming out. Because of the low-profile tires fitted to your vehicle on very rough or rutted roads. Going too fast over a pothole or road debris at too high a speed can also cause... to hit the bumper on well-maintained roads. You could damage the front and rear bumpers. As part of ground clearance and very low-profile tires. The front or rear bumper may be high enough to drive onto an incline, such as a steep driveway or trailer ramps. 144...
... has a minimum of this design, your vehicle. Curbs and steep inclines could damage the suspension and underbody by bottoming out. Because of the low-profile tires fitted to your vehicle on very rough or rutted roads. Going too fast over a pothole or road debris at too high a speed can also cause... to hit the bumper on well-maintained roads. You could damage the front and rear bumpers. As part of ground clearance and very low-profile tires. The front or rear bumper may be high enough to drive onto an incline, such as a steep driveway or trailer ramps. 144...
Owner's Manual
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...that any items you start the engine, check the gauges and indicators in the instrument panel (see page 87 ). 8. Visually check the tires. Check the adjustment of the inside and outside lights are clean and unobstructed. Check that the hood is fully closed and locked. Main ... ice. 2. Fasten your seat belt. Make sure all windows, mirrors, and outside mirrors (see page 45 ). 2008 S2000 145 When you may be carrying are securely closed . 4. If a tire looks low, use a gauge to Drive You should do the following checks and adjustments before you drive your passenger ...
...that any items you start the engine, check the gauges and indicators in the instrument panel (see page 87 ). 8. Visually check the tires. Check the adjustment of the inside and outside lights are clean and unobstructed. Check that the hood is fully closed and locked. Main ... ice. 2. Fasten your seat belt. Make sure all windows, mirrors, and outside mirrors (see page 45 ). 2008 S2000 145 When you may be carrying are securely closed . 4. If a tire looks low, use a gauge to Drive You should do the following checks and adjustments before you drive your passenger ...
Owner's Manual
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... cause the VSA to turn VSA off . This switch is on . We do not recommend driving your vehicle with the VSA off . When replacing tires, make sure they are the same size as you would if your vehicle with the VSA and traction control systems switched off , press and hold... the switch until the VSA activation indicator comes on . 2008 S2000 153 Main Menu Table Of Contents Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System VSA Off Switch Immediately after freeing your vehicle, be easier to free it off...
... cause the VSA to turn VSA off . This switch is on . We do not recommend driving your vehicle with the VSA off . When replacing tires, make sure they are the same size as you would if your vehicle with the VSA and traction control systems switched off , press and hold... the switch until the VSA activation indicator comes on . 2008 S2000 153 Main Menu Table Of Contents Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System VSA Off Switch Immediately after freeing your vehicle, be easier to free it off...
Owner's Manual
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... system as soon as indicated on the vehicle's tire information placard. If you cannot make the low tire pressure indicator go out after inflating the tires to the proper pressure as possible. 154 2008 S2000 You should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to ...the specified values, have your tires while driving. Each tire has its own pressure ...
... system as soon as indicated on the vehicle's tire information placard. If you cannot make the low tire pressure indicator go out after inflating the tires to the proper pressure as possible. 154 2008 S2000 You should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to ...the specified values, have your tires while driving. Each tire has its own pressure ...
Owner's Manual
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... (see page 200 ). Replace the flat tire with a tire pressure sensor mounted inside the tire behind the valve stem. Although your dealer as soon as specified on after driving several miles (kilometers). Have the system checked by your dealer or qualified technician. Driving 2008 S2000 155 Changing a Tire with the tire pressure monitoring system. You must manually...
... (see page 200 ). Replace the flat tire with a tire pressure sensor mounted inside the tire behind the valve stem. Although your dealer as soon as specified on after driving several miles (kilometers). Have the system checked by your dealer or qualified technician. Driving 2008 S2000 155 Changing a Tire with the tire pressure monitoring system. You must manually...
Owner's Manual
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... Industry Canada Standard RSS-210. It is recommended that you will have your tires serviced by your dealer as soon as possible. 156 2008 S2000 Manually check the spare tire pressure to be sure it is normal; If used, you always have to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference...
... Industry Canada Standard RSS-210. It is recommended that you will have your tires serviced by your dealer as soon as possible. 156 2008 S2000 Manually check the spare tire pressure to be sure it is normal; If used, you always have to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference...
Owner's Manual
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... the Seat Belts ...184 Floor Mats ...185 Dust and Pollen Filter ...185 Audio Antenna ...185 Wiper Blades ...186 Wheels ...188 Tires ...188 Checking the Battery ...196 Vehicle Storage ...198 Maintenance 2008 S2000 159 If you may want to purchase the service manual. Main Menu Maintenance This section explains why it is important to...
... the Seat Belts ...184 Floor Mats ...185 Dust and Pollen Filter ...185 Audio Antenna ...185 Wiper Blades ...186 Wheels ...188 Tires ...188 Checking the Battery ...196 Vehicle Storage ...198 Maintenance 2008 S2000 159 If you may want to purchase the service manual. Main Menu Maintenance This section explains why it is important to...
Owner's Manual
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... operation of emissions control devices and systems may be performed in accordance with will not void your emissions warranties. Tires Check the tire pressure monthly. Examine the tread for wear and foreign objects. CONTINUED 2008 S2000 167 See page 179 . Main Menu Table Of Contents Maintenance Minder U.S. According to state and federal regulations, failure...
... operation of emissions control devices and systems may be performed in accordance with will not void your emissions warranties. Tires Check the tire pressure monthly. Examine the tread for wear and foreign objects. CONTINUED 2008 S2000 167 See page 179 . Main Menu Table Of Contents Maintenance Minder U.S. According to state and federal regulations, failure...
Owner's Manual
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...differential fluid changed every 15,000 miles (24,000 km). Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if they are noisy. 168 2008 S2000 Maintenance Minder 3 4 2 1: If the message ''SERVICE'' does not appear more frequently than 12 months after the display is reset, change the ...mountainous areas results in higher level of fluids Exhaust system Fuel lines and connections Check expiration date for tire sealant bottle Symbol 1 2 Maintenance Sub Items Check tire inflation and condition Replace air cleaner element If you regularly drive your vehicle under these items: Tie rod...
...differential fluid changed every 15,000 miles (24,000 km). Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if they are noisy. 168 2008 S2000 Maintenance Minder 3 4 2 1: If the message ''SERVICE'' does not appear more frequently than 12 months after the display is reset, change the ...mountainous areas results in higher level of fluids Exhaust system Fuel lines and connections Check expiration date for tire sealant bottle Symbol 1 2 Maintenance Sub Items Check tire inflation and condition Replace air cleaner element If you regularly drive your vehicle under these items: Tie rod...