2000 Honda S2000 Owners Manual

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your Honda, and the locations of the identification numbers. The expla- nations of several electronic and mechanical systems on your Honda are for the more technically-oriented owner. Identification Numbers................. 242 Specifications................................. 244 DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)....................... 246 Treadwear.................................. 246 Traction....................................... 246 Temperature.............................. 247 Technical Information Oxygenated Fuels.......................... 248 Driving in Foreign Countries....... 249 Emissions Controls........................ 250 The Clean Air Act...................... 250 Crankcase Emissions Control System..................................... 250 Evaporative Emissions Control System..................................... 250 Exhaust Emissions Controls.... 251 PGM-FI System..................... 251 Ignition Timing Control System................................. 251 Secondary Air Injection System................................. 251 Three Way Catalytic Converter............................ 251 Replacement Parts..................... 251 Three Way Catalytic Converter... 252 Technical Information Main MenustVEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER Identification Numbers Your car has several identifying numbers located in various places. The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is the 17-digit number your Honda dealer uses to register your car for warranty purposes. It is also necessary for licensing and insuring your car. 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 attached to the driver's doorjamb, and is stamped on the engine compartment bulkhead. The VIN is also provided in bar code on the Certification label. Technical Information CERTIFICATION LABEL Main MenuTable of ContentsstIdentification Numbers The Engine Number is stamped on the left front corner of the engine block. The Transmission Number is on a label underneath the transmission. TRANSMISSION NUMBER ENGINE NUMBER Technical Information Main MenuTable of ContentsstSpecifications page 174 . Technical Information * 1 : Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the engine. Reserve tank capacity: 0.16 US gal (0.6 , 0.13 Imp gal) * 2 : Excluding the oil remaining in the engine. Main MenuTable of ContentsstSpecifications page 235 page 234 Technical Information Main MenuTable of ContentsstDOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) The tires on your vehicle meet all U.S. Federal Safety Requirements. All tires are also graded for treadwear, traction, and temperature performance according to Department of Transportation (DOT) standards. The following explains these gradings. Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between the tread shoulder and the maximum section width. For example: Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A Treadwear The treadwear grade is a compara- tive rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one half (1-1/2) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual condi- tions of their use, however, and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices, and differences in road characteristics and climate. Traction 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 braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or peak traction characteristics. Technical Information Main MenuTable of ContentsstDOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) Warning: The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not over- loaded. Excessive speed, underinfla- tion, or excessive loading either separately or in combination, can cause heat build-up and possible tire failure. Temperature The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire's resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The grade 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. Technical Information Main MenuTable of ContentsstOxygenated Fuels Some conventional gasolines are being blended with alcohol or an ether compound. These gasolines are collectively referred to as oxygenated fuels. To meet clean air standards, some areas of the United States and Canada use oxygenated fuels to help reduce emissions. If you use an oxygenated fuel, be sure it is unleaded and meets the minimum octane rating requirement. Before using an oxygenated fuel, try to confirm the fuel's contents. Some states/provinces require this information to be posted on the pump. The following are the U.S. EPA and Canadian CGSB approved percentages of oxygenates: ETHANOL (ethyl or grain alcohol) You may use gasoline containing up to 10 percent ethanol by volume. Gasoline containing ethanol may be marketed under the name "Gasohol. MTBE (Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether) You may use gasoline containing up to 15 percent MTBE by volume. METHANOL (methyl or wood alcohol) You may use gasoline containing up to 5 percent methanol by volume as long as it also contains cosolvents and corrosion inhibitors to protect the fuel system. Gasoline containing more than 5 percent methanol by volume may cause starting and/or performance problems. It may also damage metal, rubber and plastic parts of your fuel system. If you notice any undesirable operating symptoms, try another service station or switch to another brand of gasoline. Fuel system damage or performance problems resulting from the use of an oxygenated fuel containing more than the percentages of oxygenates given above are not covered under warranty. Technical Information Main MenuTable of ContentsstIf you are planning to take your Honda outside the U.S. or Canada, contact the tourist bureaus in the areas you will be traveling in to find out about the availability of unleaded gasoline with the proper octane rating. If unleaded gasoline is not available, be aware that using leaded gasoline in your Honda will affect perfor- mance and fuel mileage, and damage its emissions controls. It will no longer comply with U.S. and Canadian emissions regulations, and will be illegal to operate in North America. To bring your car back into compliance will require the replace- ment of several components, such as the oxygen sensors and the three way catalytic converter. These re- placements are not covered under warranty. Driving in Foreign Countries Technical Information Main MenuTable of ContentsstEmissions Controls The burning of gasoline in your car's engine produces several byproducts. Some of these are carbon monoxide (CO), oxides of nitrogen (NOx) and hydrocarbons (HC). Gasoline evaporating from the tank also produces hydrocarbons. Controlling the production of NOx, CO, and HC is important to the environment. Under certain conditions of sunlight and climate, NOx and HC react to form photochemical "smog." Carbon monoxide does not contribute to smog creation, but it is a poisonous gas. Technical Information The Clean Air Act The United States Clean Air Act* sets standards for automobile emissions. It also requires that automobile manufacturers explain to owners how their emissions controls work and what to do to maintain them. This section summarizes how the emissions controls work. Scheduled maintenance is on page 148. * In Canada, Honda vehicles comply with the Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (CMVSS) for Emissions valid at the time they are manufactured. Crankcase Emissions Control System Your car has a Positive Crankcase Ventilation System. This keeps gasses that build up in the engine's crankcase from going into the atmosphere. The Positive Crankcase Ventilation valve routes them from the crankcase back to the intake manifold. They are then drawn into the engine and burned. Evaporative Emissions Control System 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 is started and warmed up, the vapor is drawn into the engine and burned during driving. Main MenuTable of ContentsstIgnition Timing Control System This system constantly adjusts the ignition timing, reducing the amount of HC, CO and NOx produced. Secondary Air Injection System During engine warm-up, air is pumped into the exhaust to reduce emissions when the engine is cold. Three Way Catalytic Converter The three way catalytic converter is in the exhaust system. Through chemical reactions, it converts HC, CO, and NOx in the engine's exhaust to carbon dioxide (CO ), and water vapor. (N ), dinitrogen Exhaust Emissions Controls The exhaust emissions controls include four systems: PGM-FI, Ignition Timing Control, Secondary Air Injection System and Three Way Catalytic Converter. These four systems work together to control the engine's combustion and minimize the amount of HC, CO, and NOx that comes out the tailpipe. The exhaust emissions control systems are separate from the crankcase and evaporative emissions control systems. PGM-F I System The PGM-FI System uses sequential multiport fuel injection. It has three subsystems: Air Intake, Engine Control, and Fuel Control. The Engine Control Module (ECM) uses various sensors to determine how much air is going into the engine. It then controls how much fuel to inject under all operating conditions. Emissions Controls Replacement Parts 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 Genuine Honda replacement parts or their equivalent for repairs. Using lower quality parts may increase the emissions from your car. The emissions control systems are covered by warranties separate from the rest of your car. Read your warranty manual for more informa- tion. Technical Information Main MenuTable of ContentsstKeep the engine tuned-up. Have your car diagnosed and repaired if it is misfiring, back- firing, stalling, or otherwise not running properly. Three Way Catalytic Converter The three way catalytic converter contains precious metals that serve as catalysts, promoting chemical reactions to convert the exhaust gasses without affecting the metals. The catalytic converter is referred to as a three-way catalyst, since it acts on HO, CO, and NOx. A replacement unit must be an original Honda part or its equivalent. The three way catalytic converter must operate at a high temperature for the chemical reactions to take place. It can set on fire any com- bustible materials that come near it. Park your car away from high grass, dry leaves, or other flammables. Technical Information THREE WAY CATALYTIC CONVERTER A defective three way catalytic converter contributes to air pollution, and can impair your engine's per- formance. Follow these guidelines to protect your car's three way catalytic converter. Always use unleaded gasoline. Even a small amount of leaded gasoline can contaminate the catalyst metals, making the three way catalytic converter ineffective. Main MenuTable of ContentsstWarranty and Customer Relations Customer Relations Information................................. 254 U.S. Zone Office Map.................... 255 Canada Zone Office Map.............. 256 Warranty Coverages..................... 257 Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Vehicles)........................... 258 Authorized Manuals...................... 259 Warranty and Customer Relations Main MenustCustomer Relations Information Honda dealership personnel are trained professionals. They should be able to answer all your questions. If you encounter a problem that your dealership does not solve to your satisfaction, please discuss it with the dealership's management. The Service Manager or General Manager can help. Almost all problems are solved in this way. If you are dissatisfied with the decision made by the dealership's management, contact your Honda Customer Relations Zone Office. Refer to the U.S. and Canadian Zone Office maps on the following pages. When you call or write, please give us this information: Vehicle Identification Number (see page 242) Name and address of the dealer who services your car Date of purchase Mileage on your car Your name, address, and tele- phone number A detailed description of the problem Name of the dealer who sold the car to you Warranty and Customer Relations Main MenuTable of ContentsstU.S. Zone Office Map Western Zone P.O. Box 2260 700 Van Ness Avenue Torrance, California 90509-2260 (310) 781-4565 Northwestern Zone P.O. Box 20186 12439 N.E. Airport Way Portland, Oregon 97230 (503) 256-0943 (also includes Alaska and Hawaii) South Central Zone 4529 Royal Lane Irving, Texas 75063 (972) 929-5481 Central Zone 101 South Stanfield Road Troy, Ohio 45373 (937) 332-6250 Mid-Atlantic Zone 902 Wind River Ln., Suite 200 Gaithersburg, Maryland 20878 (301) 990-2020 Southeastern Zone 1500 Morrison Parkway Alpharetta. Georgia 30004 (770) 442-2045 North Central Zone 601 Campus Drive, Suite A-9 Arlington Heights, Illinois 60004 (847) 870-5600 New England Zone 555 Old County Road Windsor Locks, Connecticut 06096 (860) 623-3310 See Zone 5 for: NYC Metro area and Fairfield County, CT area West Central Zone 1600 South Abilene Street, Suite D Northeastern Zone P.O. Box 337 Aurora, Colorado 80012 (303) 696-3935 Eastgate Industrial Park 115 Gaither Drive Moorestown, New Jersey 08057 (609) 235-5533 Includes: NYC Metro area and Fairfield County, CT area Puerto Rico and U.S. V.I. Bella International P.O. Box 190816 San Juan, PR 00919-0816 (787) 250-4318 Warranty and Customer Relations The addresses and telephone numbers are subject to change. If you cannot reach your Zone office, ask your Honda dealer for the current information. Main MenuTable of ContentsstCanada Zone Office Map COSTOMER RELATIONS RELATIONS AVEC LA CLIENTELE Honda Canada Inc. 715 Milner Avenue Toronto, ON M1B 2K8 Tel: 1-888-9-HONDA-9 Fax: Toll-free 1-877-939-0909 Toronto (416) 287-4776 Warranty and Customer Relations Honda Canada Inc. National Office Main MenuTable of ContentsstWarranty Coverages U.S. Owners Your new Honda is covered by these warranties: New Car Limited Warranty — covers your new vehicle, except for the battery, emissions control systems and accessories, against defects in materials and workmanship. Emissions Control Systems Defects Warranty and Emissions Performance Warranty — these two warranties cover your car's emis- sions control systems. Time, mileage, and coverage are conditional. Please read the warranty manual for exact information. Original Equipment Battery Limited Warranty — this warranty gives up to 100 percent credit toward a replacement battery. Seat Belt Limited Warranty — a seat belt that fails to function properly is covered for the useful life of the vehicle. Replacement Battery Limited Warranty — provides prorated coverage for a replacement battery purchased from a Honda dealer. Rust Perforation Limited Warranty — all exterior body panels are covered for rust-through from the inside for the specified time period with no mileage limit. Accessory Limited Warranty — Genuine Honda Accessories are covered under this warranty. Time and mileage limits depend on the type of accessory and other factors. Please read your warranty manual for details. Replacement Parts Limited Warranty — covers all Genuine Honda replacement parts against defects in materials and workman- ship. Replacement Muffler Lifetime Limited Warranty provides coverage for as long as the pur- chaser of the muffler owns the car. Restrictions and exclusions apply to all these warranties. Please read the 2000 Honda Warranty Information booklet that came with your car 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. Canadian Owners Please refer to the 2000 Warranty Manual that came with your car. Warranty and Customer Relations Main MenuTable of ContentsstReporting Safety Defects (U.S. Vehicles) If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying American Honda Motor Co., Inc. If NHTSA receives similar com- plaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect 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 obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline. Warranty and Customer Relations Main MenuTable of ContentsstPurchasing Factory Authorized Manuals (U.S. only) The following publications covering the operation and servicing of your car can be obtained from Helm Incorporated, either by filling out the attached form or, for credit card holders, calling the toll-free phone number on the form. For manuals prior to the year shown below, contact Helm Incorporated, P.O. Box 07280, Detroit, Michigan 48207, or call 1-800-782-4356. Authorized Manuals Valid only for sales within the U.S. Canadian owners should contact their authorized Honda dealer. By completing this form you can order the materials desired. You can pay by check or money order, or charge to your credit card. Mail to Helm Incorporated at the address shown on the back of the order form. 61S2A00 61S2A00EL 61S2A30 31S2A600 Main MenuTable of ContentsstAuthorized Manuals Service Manual: This manual covers maintenance and recommended procedures for repair to engine and chassis components. It is written for the Journeyman mechanic, but is simple enough for most mechanically-inclined owners to under- stand. Electrical Troubleshooting Manual: This manual complements the Service Manual by providing in-depth troubleshooting information for each electrical circuit in your car. Body Repair Manual: This manual describes the procedures involved in the replacement of damaged body parts. P.O. BOX 07280 DETROIT, MICHIGAN 48207 1-800-782-4356 Main MenuTable of ContentsstAccessories Installation.................................. 122 Accessory Power Socket................ 81 ACCESSORY (Ignition Key Position)........................................ 61 Adding Brake Fluid................................. 170 Clutch Fluid................................ 171 Engine Coolant........................... 161 Engine Oil................................... 157 Manual Transmission Fluid..... 168 Windshield Washer Fluid......... 167 Additional Information About Your Seat Belts........................ 33 Lap/Shoulder Belt....................... 33 Seat Belt Maintenance................ 34 Seat Belt System Components... 33 Additional Information About Your SRS................................... 37 Additional Safety Precautions.... 38 How the Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners Work..................... 37 How Your Airbags Work............ 35 How the SRS Indicator Works........................................ 37 SRS Components......................... 35 Additives, Engine Oil..................... 158 Adjustments Mirrors.......................................... 79 Seats.............................................. 68 Airbag (SRS)...................................... 9 Air Cleaner Element...................... 172 Air Conditioning............................... 86 Maintenance............................... 182 Usage............................................. 86 Air Outlets (Vents).......................... 88 Air Pressure, Tires........................ 185 Alarm, Anti-theft............................ 113 Alcohol in Gasoline........................ 248 Aluminum Wheels, Cleaning........ 206 Antifreeze....................................... 161 Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) Indicator Light.................... 45, 138 Operation.................................... 136 Anti-theft Steering Column Lock .. 60 Anti-theft System........................... 113 Appearance Care........................... 203 Audio Panel....................................... 82 Audio System................................... 94 Index Automatic Car Washes................. 204 Automatic Speed Control................ 55 Back-up Lamp Replacement......... 198 Battery Charging System Indicator............................ 44, 227 Jump Starting............................. 220 Maintenance............................... 177 Specifications............................. 245 Before Driving............................... 115 Belts, Seat........................................... 8 Beverage Holder.............................. 81 Body Repair.................................... 210 Brakes............................................. 136 Anti-lock System (ABS)............ 137 Break-in, New Linings .............. 116 Fluid.............................................. 170 Light, Burned-out...................... 198 Parking.......................................... 80 System Indicator.......................... 44 Wear Indicators, Disc ............... 136 COUNTINUED Main MenustIndex Brakes. ABS Operation.................................... 137 System Indicator................. 44, 139 Braking System.............................. 136 Break-in, New Car......................... 116 Brightness Control. Instruments... 52 Brights, Headlights......................... 51 Bulb Replacement.......................... 192 Back-up Lights........................... 198 Brake Lights............................... 198 Headlights.................................. 195 License Plate Lights.................. 200 Parking Lights........................... 196 Side Marker Lights................... 198 Specifications............................. 245 Turn Signal Lights..................... 196 Bulbs, Halogen............................... 194 Cables, Jump Starting With.......... 220 Capacities Chart............................. 244 Carbon Monoxide Hazard.............. 39 Cargo, Carrying............................. 124 CAUTION, Explanation of............... ii CD Changer.................................... 107 Certification Label......................... 242 Chains............................................. 191 Change Oil How to......................................... 159 When to....................................... 146 Changing a Flat Tire..................... 213 Changing Engine Coolant............. 163 Charging System Indicator.... 44, 227 Check Engine Light................ 45, 228 Checking Battery Condition...................... 177 Brake Fluid................................. 170 Clutch Fluid................................ 171 Drive Belt.................................... 184 Engine Coolant........................... 120 Engine Oil................................... 119 Fuses........................................... 232 Manual Transmission Fluid..... 168 Checklist, Before Driving............. 115 Cleaner, Air.................................... 172 Cleaning.......................................... 203 Aluminum Wheels..................... 206 Exterior....................................... 204 Interior........................................ 207 Leather........................................ 207 Seat Belts.................................... 207 Vinyl............................................ 207 Windows..................................... 208 Climate Control System.................. 86 Clutch Fluid.................................... 171 CO in the Exhaust......................... 250 Cold Weather, Starting in............. 132 Compact Spare Tire....................... 212 Controls, Instruments and.............. 41 Covertible Top................................. 71 Closing the Convertible Top...... 74 Convertible Top Cover................ 76 Maintenance................................. 77 Opening the Covertible Top....... 71 Coolant Adding......................................... 161 Checking..................................... 120 Proper Solution.......................... 161 Temperature Gauge.................... 47 Corrosion Protection..................... 208 Crankcase Emission Control System......................................... 250 Cruise Control Operation............... 55 Customer Relations Information................................. 254 Main MenustDANGER, Explanation of................. ii Dashboard........................................ 42 Daytime Running Lights................. 52 Dead Battery, What to Do............ 220 Defects, Reporting Safety............. 258 Defrosting the Windows................. 91 Dimensions..................................... 244 Dimming the Headlights................ 51 Dipstick Engine Oil................................... 119 Directional Signals........................... 53 Disabled, Towing Your Car If...... 238 Disc Brake Wear Indicators......... 136 Disposal of Used Oil...................... 160 Do Not Tow a Trailer....................141 Doors Locking and Unlocking............... 62 Monitor Light............................... 45 Power Door Locks....................... 62 DOT Tire Quality Grading........... 246 Downshifting, 6-speed Manual Transmission.............................. 134 Driving............................................ 129 Economy..................................... 121 In Bad Weather.......................... 140 In Foreign Countries................. 249 Economy, Fuel............................... 121 Emergencies on the Road............. 211 Battery, Jump Starting.............. 220 Changing a Flat Tire................. 213 Charging System Indicator...... 227 Checking the Fuses................... 232 Closing the Convertible Top.... 230 Low Oil Pressure Indicator...... 226 Malfunction Indicator Lamp.... 228 Overheated Engine................... 223 Emergency Brake............................ 80 Emergency Flashers....................... 79 Emission Controls......................... 250 Engine Check Engine Light........... 45, 228 Compartment. Checking in the....................................... 118 Coolant........................................ 120 Coolant Temperature Gauge..... 47 Drive Belt.................................... 184 Index Malfunction Indicator Lamp................................. 45, 228 Oil Pressure Indicator......... 44, 226 Oil, What Kind to Use............... 157 Overheating................................ 223 Specifications............................. 244 Engine Cover. Opening the.......... 118 Ethanol in Gasoline ....................... 248 Evaporative Emission Controls.... 250 Exhaust Fumes................................ 39 Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat Belts by......................................... 17 Exterior, Cleaning the................... 204 Fabric, Cleaning............................. 207 Fan, Interior...................................... 86 Features, Comfort and Convenience................................. 85 Filling the Fuel Tank..................... 117 CONTINUED Main MenustIndex Filters Oil................................................ 159 Flashers, Hazard Warning.............. 79 Flat Tire, Changing a .................... 213 Fluids Brake........................................... 170 Clutch........................................ 171 Manual Transmission............... 168 Windshield Washer................... 167 FM Stereo Radio Reception......... 100 Foreign Countries, Driving in...... 249 Four-way Flashers........................... 79 Front End, Towing by Emergency Wrecker...................................... 238 Fuel.................................................. 116 Fill Door and Cap....................... 117 Gauge............................................ 48 Octane Requirement................. 116 Oxygenated................................ 248 Reserve Indicator......................... 46 Tank, Filling the......................... 117 Fuel Mileage, Improving............... 121 Fuel Station Procedures ............... 117 Fuses, Checking the...................... 232 Gasohol........................................... 248 Gasoline.......................................... 116 Fuel Reserve Indicator................ 46 Gauge............................................ 48 Octane Requirement................. 116 Oxygenated Fuels...................... 248 Tank, Filling the......................... 117 Gauges.............................................. 47 Engine Coolant Temperature .... 47 Fuel................................................ 48 Gearshift Lever Positions 6-speed Manual Transmission.......................... 133 Glass Cleaning............................... 208 Halogen Headlight Bulbs.............. 194 Hazard Warning Flashers............... 79 Headlights Daytime Running Lights............. 52 High Beam Indicator................... 46 High Beams, Turning on............ 51 Low Beams, Turning on ............. 51 Reminder Tone............................ 51 Replacing Halogen Bulbs ......... 195 Turning on.................................... 51 Heating and Cooling System.......... 86 High Altitude, Starting at.............. 132 High-Low Beam Switch .................. 51 High Speed. Shifting at................. 134 Hood Latch..................................... 174 Hood, Opening the ........................ 118 Hot Coolant, Warning about........ 161 Hydraulic Clutch............................ 171 Hydroplaning.................................. 141 Identification Number, Vehicle........................................ 242 If Your Car has to be Towed........ 238 Ignition Keys............................................... 58 Switch............................................ 60 Timing Control System............. 251 Indicator Lights, Instrument Panel.............................................. 43 Inflation, Proper Tire .................... 185 Inside Mirror.................................... 79 Main MenustInspection, Tire.............................. 187 Instrument Panel............................. 42 Instrument Panel Brightness......... 52 Interior Cleaning............................ 207 Interior Lights.................................. 83 Introduction......................................... i Jacking Up the Car........................ 213 Jack, Tire........................................ 213 Jump Starting................................. 220 Keys................................................... 58 Indicator........................................ 43 Parking........................................ 198 Turn Signal................................. 196 Loading Cargo................................ 124 LOCK (Ignition Key Position)....... 60 Locks Anti-theft Steering Column........ 60 Fuel Fill Door............................. 117 Power Door.................................. 62 Trunk............................................ 66 Low Coolant Level......................... 120 Lower Gear, Downshifting to a.... 134 Low Fuel Indicator.......................... 46 Low Oil Pressure Indicator.... 44, 226 Lubricant Specifications Chart.... 244 Luggage.......................................... 124 Label, Certification........................ 242 Lane Change, Signaling.................. 53 Lap/Shoulder Belts......................... 33 Leaking of Exhaust into Car.......... 39 Leather, Cleaning.......................... 207 Lights Bulb Replacement..................... 194 Maintenance................................... 143 Owner Maintenance Checks.... 155 Record......................................... 153 Schedule..................................... 146 Malfunction Indicator Lamp.. 45, 228 Manual Transmission.................... 133 Manual Transmission Fluid ......... 168 Index Meters, Gauges................................ 47 Methanol in Gasoline.................... 248 Mirrors, Adjusting........................... 79 New Vehicle Break-in ................... 116 Normal Shift Speeds...................... 134 NOTICE, Explanation of................... ii Numbers, Identification................ 242 Octane Requirement, Gasoline.... 116 Odometer.......................................... 48 Odometer, Trip................................ 48 Oil Change, How to ......................... 159 Change, When to....................... 146 Checking Engine....................... 119 Pressure Indicator............... 44, 226 Selecting Proper Viscosity Chart....................................... 157 ON (Ignition Key Position)............ 61 CONTINUED Main MenustIndex Opening the Hood ......................... 118 Opening the Trunk.......................... 66 Operation in Foreign Countries... 249 Outside Mirrors............................... 79 Overheating, Engine..................... 223 Oxygenated Fuels.......................... 248 Paint Touch-up............................... 206 Panel Brightness Control............... 52 Parking Brake.................................. 80 Parking Lights.................................. 51 PGM-FI System.............................. 251 Polishing and Waxing................... 205 Power Door Locks................................... 62 Engine, Specifications............... 244 Mirrors.......................................... 79 Windows....................................... 69 Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts.......... 17 Protecting Adults............................. 12 Additional Safety Precautions.... 18 Advice for Pregnant Women...... 17 Protecting Children......................... 19 Protecting Larger Children........ 29 Protecting Small Children.......... 26 Radiator Overheating.................... 223 Radio Sound System........................ 94 Rear End Towing........................... 238 Rear Lights. Bulb Replacement... 198 Rear View Mirror............................. 79 Reclining the Seat-backs................. 68 Recommended Shift Speeds ........ 134 Recovery Vehicle, Emergency Towing........................................ 238 Reminder Lights.............................. 43 Remote Transmitter........................ 63 Replacement Information Air Cleaner................................. 172 Engine Coolant........................... 163 Engine Oil and Filter................. 159 Fuses........................................... 232 Light 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 Safety Belts......................................... 8 Safety Defects. Reporting............. 258 Safety Labels, Location of.............. 40 Safety Messages................................ ii Seat Belt, Additional Information.. 33 Lap/Shoulder Belt....................... 33 Seat Belt Maintenance................ 34 Seat Belt System Components... 33 Seat Belts............................................ 8 Cleaning...................................... 207 Maintenance................................. 34 Reminder Light and Beeper....... 44 System Components.................... 33 Use During Pregnancy................ 17 Seats, Adjusting the......................... 68 Serial Number................................ 242 Service Intervals............................ 146 Service Manual.............................. 259 Service Station Procedures .......... 117 Main MenustShifting The 6-speed Manual Transmission.......................... 133 Side Marker Lights, Bulb Replacement in.......................... 198 Signaling Turns................................ 53 6-speed Manual Transmission Checking Fluid Level................ 168 Shifting the................................. 134 Snow Tires...................................... 191 Solvent-type Cleaners.................... 204 Sound System................................... 94 Spare Tire Inflating....................................... 212 Specifications............................. 245 Spark Plugs, Replacing................. 174 Specifications Charts..................... 244 Speed Control................................... 55 Speedometer.................................... 47 SRS, Additional Information........... 35 Additional Safety Precautions.... 38 How the Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners Work..................... 37 How the SRS Indicator Works........................................ 37 How Your Airbags Work............ 35 SRS Components......................... 35 SRS Service................................... 38 SRS Indicator Light................... 37, 45 START (Ignition Key Position)..... 61 Starting the Engine........................ 131 In Cold Weather at High Altitude................................... 132 With a Dead Battery................. 220 Steam Coming from Engine......... 223 Steering Wheel Anti-theft Column Lock.............. 60 Stereo Sound System ...................... 94 Storing Your Car............................ 202 Stuck Car........................................ 236 Supplemental Restraint System Servicing....................................... 38 SRS Indicator.......................... 37, 45 Tensioners, Seat Belts................ 37 Tachometer...................................... 47 Taillights, Changing Bulbs in....... 198 Taking Care of the Unexpected .. 211 Technical Descriptions Emission Control Systems........ 250 Index Three Way Catalytic Converter................................ 252 Temperature Gauge........................ 47 Tensioners, Seat Belts.................... 37 Three Way Catalytic Converter... 251 Tire Chains..................................... 191 Tire, How to Change a Flat.......... 213 Tires................................................ 185 Air Pressure............................... 185 Balancing.................................... 188 Checking Wear.......................... 188 Compact Spare Tire .................. 212 DOT Tire Quality Grading....... 246 Inflation....................................... 185 Inspection................................... 187 Replacing.................................... 189 Rotating....................................... 188 Snow............................................ 191 Specifications............................. 245 Technical Information.............. 241 Tools, Tire Changing.................... 213 COUNTINUED Main MenustIndex Towing A Trailer, Do Not....................... 141 Emergency Wrecker................. 238 Trailer, Do Not Tow a................... 141 Transmission Checking Fluid Level, 6-speed Manual Transmission........... 168 Fluid Selection............................ 168 Identification Number............... 242 Shifting the 6-speed Manual Transmission.......................... 133 Treadwear...................................... 246 Trip Meter........................................ 48 Trunk................................................. 66 Opening the.................................. 66 Open Monitor Light.................... 45 Turn Signals..................................... 53 Underside, Cleaning...................... 208 Unexpected, Taking Care of the........................................... 211 Uniform Tire Quality Grading..... 246 Unleaded Gasoline......................... 116 Upholstery Cleaning...................... 207 Used Oil, How to Dispose of........ 160 Vehicle Dimensions....................... 244 Vehicle Identification Number..... 242 Vehicle Storage.............................. 202 Ventilation......................................... 88 VIN.................................................. 242 Vinyl Cleaning................................ 207 Viscosity, Oil................................... 158 Warning Beepers Headlights on............................... 51 Key in Ignition.............................. 61 Seat Belts...................................... 44 WARNING, Explanation of.............. ii Warning Labels, Location of.......... 40 Warranty Coverages..................... 257 Washer, Windshield Checking the Fluid Level......... 167 Operation...................................... 54 Washing.......................................... 204 Waxing and Polishing................... 205 Wheels............................................ 190 Alignment and Balance............. 188 Cleaning Aluminum Alloys....... 206 Wrench....................................... 213 Windows Windshield Cleaning...................................... 208 Operating the Power................... 69 Cleaning...................................... 208 Defroster...................................... 91 Wipers, Windshield Changing Blades........................ 180 Operation...................................... 53 Worn Tires..................................... 187 Wrecker, Emergency Towing...... 238 Main MenustService Information Summary Gasoline: Premium unleaded gasoline, pump octane number of 91 or higher. Fuel Tank Capacity: 13.2 US gal (50 l, 11,0 Imp gal) Recommended Engine Oil: API Service SJ "Energy Conserving" oil, SAE 10W-30 viscosity (see page 154). Oil change capacity (including filter): 5.1 US qt (4.8 l,4.2 Imp qt) 6-speed Manual Transmission Fluid: Honda Manual Transmission Fluid preferred, or an API service SG, SH or SJ, SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 motor oil as a temporary replacement (see page 163). Capacity: 1.6 US qt (1.5 l,1.3 Imp qt) Brake Fluid: Genuine Honda DOT3 Brake Fluid preferred, or a DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid as a temporary replacement (see page 165). Tire Pressure (measured cold): Front: 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm2) Rear: 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm2) Spare Tire Pressure: Front: 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm2) Main Menust2000 S2000 Online Reference Owner's Manual Use these links (and links throughout this manual) to navigate through this reference. For a printed owner's manual, click on authorized manuals or go to www.helminc.com. Contents Owner's Identification Form Introduction ......................................................................................................................................... i A Few Words About Safety.................................................................................................................ii Your Vehicle at a Glance.....................................................................................................................2 Driver and Passenger Safety ..............................................................................................................5 Proper use and care of your vehicle's seat belts, and Supplemental Restraint System. Instruments and Controls.................................................................................................................41 Instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to use dashboard and steering column controls. Comfort and Convenience Features ............................................................................................... 85 How to operate the climate control system, the audio system, and other convenience features. Before Driving..................................................................................................................................115 What gasoline to use, how to break-in your new vehicle, and how to load luggage and other cargo. Driving ..............................................................................................................................................129 The proper way to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, plus towing a trailer. Maintenance.....................................................................................................................................143 The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you need to take your vehicle to the dealer. Appearance Care..............................................................................................................................203 Tips on cleaning and protecting your vehicle. Things to look for if your vehicle ever needs body repairs. Taking Care of the Unexpected......................................................................................................211 This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and how to handle them. Technical Information.....................................................................................................................241 ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information. Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada)................................................................253 A summary of the warranties covering your new Acura, and how to contact us. Authorized Manuals (U.S. only)......................................................................................................259 How to order manuals and other technical literature. Index...................................................................................................................................................... I Service Information Summary A summary of information you need when you pull up to the fuel pump. Introduction As you read this manual, you will find information that is preceded by information is intended to help you avoid damage to your S2000, other property, or the environment. symbol. This NOTICE Congratulations on your selection of the 2000 Honda S2000. We are certain you will be pleased with your purchase of one of the most sophisticated and technologically-advanced sports cars in the world. One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of your new Honda is to read this manual. In it, you will learn how to operate its driving controls and convenience items. Afterwards, keep this owner's manual in your car so you can refer to it at any time. Several warranties protect your new Honda. Read the warranty booklet thoroughly so you understand the coverages and are aware of your rights and responsibilities. Maintaining your car according to the schedules given in this manual helps to keep your driving trouble-free while it preserves your investment. When your car 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 questions and concerns. Main MenustA Few Words About Safety Your safety, and the safety of others, is very important. And operating this car safely is an import ant responsibility. To help you make informed decisions about safety, we have provided operating procedures and other information on labels and in this manual. This information alerts you to potential hazards that could hurt you or others. Of course, it is not practical or possible to warn you about all the hazards associated with operating or maintaining your car. You must use your own good judgement. You will find this important safety information in a variety of forms, including: Safety Labels — on the car. Safety Messages — preceded by a safety alert symbol three signal words: DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION. These signal words mean: and one of You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don't follow instructions. You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don't follow instructions. You CAN be HURT if you don't follow instructions. Safety Headings — such as Important Safety Reminders or Important Safety Precautions. Safety Section — such as Driver and Passenger Safety. Instructions — how to use this car correctly and safely. This entire book is filled with important safety information - please read it carefully. Main MenustYour Car at a Glance HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNAL SWITCH (P.51) WINDSHIELD WIPER CONTROLS (P.53) HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING (P.86) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.118) DOOR LOCK SWITCH (P.62) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.69) MIRROR CONTROLS (P.79) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.94) ROOF SWITCH (P.71) HAZARD WARNING SWITCH (P.79) Main MenustREMOTE AUDIO CONTROLS (P.112) INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS (P.52) ENGINE START BUTTON (P.131) HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS (P.51) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.118) CRUISE CONTROL MASTER SWITCH (P.55) HORN Your Car at a Glance WINDSHIELD WIPERS/ WASHERS (P.53) Main MenustThis section gives you important information about how to protect yourself and your passenger. It shows you how to use seat belts properly. It explains your Supple- mental Restraint System. And it tells you how to properly restrain children in your car. Important Safety Precautions .......... 6 Your Car's Safety Features.............. 7 Seat Belts........................................ 8 Airbags............................................ 9 Seats & Seat-Backs...................... 10 Head Restraints........................... 10 Door Locks................................... 10 Pre-Drive Safety Checklist......... 11 Protecting Adults............................. 12 1. Close and Lock the Doors...... 12 2. Adjust the Front Seats............ 12 3. Adjust the Seat-Backs............. 13 4. Fasten and Position the Seat Belts...................................... 15 5. Maintain a Proper Sitting Position................................. 16 Advice for Pregnant Women...... 17 Additional Safety Precautions.... 18 Protecting Children......................... 19 All Children Must Be Restrained................................ 19 Your Car is Not Recommended for Child Passengers............... 20 The Passenger's Airbag Poses Serious Risks to Children....... 20 Additional Safety Precaution...... 22 Driver and Passenger Safety General Guidelines for Using Child Seats................................ 22 Protecting Small Children.......... 26 Protecting Larger Children........ 29 Additional Information About Your Seat Belts.................................. 33 Seat Belt System Components... 33 Lap/Shoulder Belt....................... 33 Seat Belt Maintenance................ 34 Additional Information About Your SRS............................................ 35 SRS Components......................... 35 How Your Airbags Work............ 35 How the Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners Work..................... 37 How the SRS Indicator Light Works........................................ 37 SRS Service................................... 38 Additional Safety Precautions.... 38 Carbon Monoxide Hazard.............. 39 Safety Labels.................................... 40 Driver and Passenger Safety Main MenustImportant Safety Precautions You'll find many safety recommendations throughout this section, and throughout this manual. The recommendations on this page are the ones we consider to be the most important. Always Wear Your Seat Belt A seat belt is your best protection in all types of collisions. Airbags supplement seat belts, but airbags are designed to inflate only in a moderate to severe frontal collision. So even though your car is equipped with airbags, make sure you and your passenger always wear your seat belts, and wear them properly. (See page 15). Your Car is Not Recommended for Child Passengers Since all children are safest in the back seat of a car, and your car does not have a back seat, we recommend that you do not carry a child passenger. Due to the passenger's Driver and Passenger Safety airbag hazard, you should never carry an infant in a rear-facing child seat in this car. If a small child who must be restrained in a forward- facing child seat, or a larger child, must ride in this car, be sure to follow all instructions and safety warnings in this manual. (See pages 26 and 29.) Be Aware of Airbag Hazards While airbags can save lives, they can cause serious or fatal injuries to occupants who sit too close to them, or are not properly restrained. Infants, young children, and short adults are at the greatest risk. Be sure to follow all instructions and warnings in this manual. (See page 7 .) Don't Drink and Drive 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. Control Your Speed Excessive speed is a major factor in crash injuries and deaths. Generally, the higher the speed the greater the risk, but serious accidents can also occur at lower speeds. Never drive faster than is safe for current conditions, regardless of the maximum speed posted. Keep Your Car in Safe Condition Having a tire blowout or a mechanical failure can be extremely hazardous. To reduce the possibility of such problems, check your tire pressures and condition frequently, and perform all regularly scheduled maintenance. (See page 146.) Main MenuTable of ContentsstYour Car's Safety Features Your car is equipped with many features that work together to protect you and your passenger during a crash. Some safety features do not require any action on your part. These include a strong steel framework that forms a safety cage around the passenger compartment; front and rear crush zones that are designed to crumple and absorb energy during a crash; a collapsible steering column; and seat belt tensioners that automatically tighten the seat belts in the event of a crash. These safety features are designed to reduce the severity of injuries in a crash. 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. Driver and Passenger Safety (1) Safety Cage (2) Crush Zones (3) Seats & Seat-Backs (4) Head Restraints (5) Collapsible Steering Column (6) Seat Belts (7) Seat Belt Tensioners (8) Airbags (9) Door Locks Main MenuTable of ContentsstYour Car's Safety Features Seat Belts For your safety, and the safety of your passenger, your car is equipped with seat belts in both seating positions. Your seat belt system also includes a light on the instrument panel to remind you and your passenger to fasten your seat belts. Why Wear Seat Belts Seat belts have proven to be the single most effective safety device. Not wearing a seat belt properly increases the chance of serious injury or death in a crash, even though your car has airbags. Driver and Passenger Safety In addition, most states and all Canadian provinces require you to wear seat belts. Not wearing a seat belt properly increases the chance of serious injury or death in a crash, even if you have airbags. Be sure you and your passenger always wear seat belts and wear them properly. When properly worn, seat belts: Keep you connected to the vehicle so you can take advantage of the vehicle's built-in safety features. Help protect you in almost every type of crash, including side and rear impacts and rollovers. (Your airbag can only be helpful in a moderate to severe frontal collision.) Help keep you from being thrown against the inside of the vehicle and against other occupants. 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 completely protect you in every crash. But in most cases, seat belts can reduce your risk of serious injury. What you should do: Always wear your seat belt, and make sure you wear it properly. Main MenuTable of ContentsstYour Car's Safety Features The most important things you need to know about your airbags are: Airbags do not replace seat belts. The seat belts are the occupants' primary protection in all types of collisions. Airbags supplement seat belts by providing extra protection for occupants' heads and chests. Airbags offer no protection in side impacts, rear impacts, rollovers, or minor collisions. Airbags are designed to deploy only during a moderate to severe frontal collision. Airbags can pose serious hazards. To do their job, airbags must inflate with tremendous force and speed. So while airbags save lives, they can cause serious injuries to adults and larger children who are not wearing seat belts, are not wearing them properly, are silling too close to the airbag, or are not sitting in a proper position. Infants and small children are at an even greater risk of injury or death. What you should do: Always wear your seat belt properly, and sit upright and as far back as possible from the steering wheel or dashboard. Airbags Your car has a Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) with frontal airbags to help protect the driver and a passenger. This system also includes SRS an indicator light on the instrument panel to alert you to a possible problem with the system. Driver and Passenger Safety Main MenuTable of ContentsstWhat you should do: Move the seats as far back as possible, and keep adjustable seat-backs in an upright position whenever the car is moving. Head Restraints Head restraints can help protect you from whiplash and other injuries. Door Locks Keeping your doors locked reduces the chance of being thrown out of the car during a crash. It also helps prevent occupants from accidentally opening a door and falling out, and outsiders from unexpectedly opening your doors. Your Car's Safety Features Seats & Seat-Backs Your car's seats are designed to keep you in a comfortable, upright position so you can take full advantage of the protection offered by seat belts and the energy absorbing materials in the seats. How you adjust your seats and seat- backs can also affect your safety. For example, sitting too close to the steering wheel or dashboard increases the risk of you or your passenger being injured by striking the inside of the car, or by an inflating airbag. Reclining a seat-back too far reduces the seat belt's effectiveness and increases the chance that the seat's occupant will slide under the seat belt in a crash and be seriously injured. Driver and Passenger Safety Main MenuTable of ContentsstBoth doors are closed and locked (seepage 12). All cargo is properly stored or secured (see page 124). The rest of this section gives more detailed information about how you can maximize your safety. Remember, however, that no safety system can prevent all injuries or deaths that can occur in severe crashes, even when seat belts are properly worn and the airbags deploy. Pre-Drive Safety Checklist To make sure you and your passenger gel the maximum protection from your car's safety features, check the following each time before you drive away: You and any adult passenger, or a larger child who has outgrown child seats, are wearing your seat belts and wearing them properly (see page 15). A small child riding in a forward- facing child seat is properly restrained (see page 26). Occupants are sitting upright and as far back as possible from the steering wheel and dashboard (see page 12). Seat-backs are upright (see page 13). Your Car's Safety Features Driver and Passenger Safety Main MenuTable of ContentsstProtecting Adults Introduction The following pages provide instructions on how to properly protect adult occupants. Your car has a door monitor light on the instrument panel to indicate when a specific door is not tightly closed. These instructions also apply to a child whom you have decided is large enough and mature enough to ride as a passenger. (See page 29 for important additional guidelines on how to properly protect larger children.) For safety, locking the doors reduces the chance that a passenger, especially a child, will open a door while the car is moving and accidentally fall out. It also reduces the chance of someone being thrown out of the car during a crash. 1.Close and Lock the Doors After everyone has entered the car, be sure the doors are closed and locked. For security, locked doors can prevent an outsider from unexpectedly opening a door when you come to a stop. See page 58 for how to lock the doors. 2.Adjust the Front Seats Any driver who sits too close to the steering wheel is at risk of being seriously injured or killed by striking the steering wheel, or from being struck by an inflating airbag during a crash. Driver and Passenger Safety Main MenuTable of ContentsstTo reduce the chance of injury, wear your seat belt properly, sit upright with your back against the seat, and move the seat as far back as possible from the steering wheel while still maintaining full control of the car. Also make sure your passenger moves the seat as far to the rear as possible. Sitting too close to an airbag can result in serious injury or death if the airbags inflate. Always sit as far back from the airbags as possible. Most shorter drivers can get far enough away from the steering wheel and still reach the pedals. However, if you are concerned about sitting too close, we recommend that you investigate whether some type of adaptive equipment may help. Once your seat is adjusted correctly, rock it back and forth to make sure the seat is locked in position. See page 68 for how to adjust the seats. 3.Adjust the Seat-Backs Adjust the driver's seat-back to a comfortable, upright position, leaving ample space between your chest and the airbag cover in the center of the steering wheel. If you sit too close to the steering wheel, you could be injured if the airbag inflates. Protecting Adults A passenger should also adjust the seat-back to an upright position, but as far from the dashboard as possible. A passenger who sits too close to the dashboard could be injured if the airbag inflates. CONTINUED Driver and Passenger Safety Main MenuTable of ContentsstProtecting Adults 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. Reclining the seat-back too far can result in serious injury or death in a crash. Adjust the seat-back to an upright position and sit well back in the seat. See page 68 for how to adjust seat- backs. Driver and Passenger Safety Main MenuTable of Contentsst4.Fasten and Position the Seat Belts Insert the latch plate into the buckle, then tug on the belt to make sure the belt is securely latched. Also check that the belt is not twisted, because a twisted belt can cause serious injuries in a crash. Protecting Adults spreads the forces of a crash over the strongest bones in your upper body. Improperly positioning the seat belts can cause serious injury or death in a crash. Make sure all seat belts are properly positioned before driving. Never place the shoulder portion of a lap/shoulder belt under your arm or behind your back. This could cause very serious injuries in a crash. CONTINUED Driver and Passenger Safety Position the lap part of the belt as low as possible across your hips, then pull up on the shoulder part of the belt so the lap part fits snugly. This lets your strong pelvic bones take the force of a crash and reduces the chance of internal injuries. If necessary, pull up on the belt again to remove any slack from the shoulder part, then check that the belt rests across the center of your chest and over your shoulder. This Main MenuTable of ContentsstProtecting Adults If a seat belt does not seem to work as it should, it may not protect the occupant in a crash. No one should sit in a seat with an inoperative seat belt. Anyone using a seat belt that is not working properly can be seriously injured or killed. Have your Honda dealer check the belt as soon as possible. See page 33 for additional information about your seat belt system and how to take care of your belts. Driver and Passenger Safety 5.Maintain a Proper Sitting Position After occupants have adjusted their seats and put on seat belts, it is very important that they continue to sit upright, well back in their seats, with their feet on the floor, until the car is parked and the engine is 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 by striking interior parts of the car, or by being struck by an inflating airbag. Sitting improperly or out of position can result in serious injury or death in a crash. Always sit upright, well back in the seat, with your feet on the floor. Remember, to get the best protection from your car's airbags and other safety features, you must sit properly and wear your seat belt properly. Main MenuTable of ContentsstAdvice for Pregnant Women Protecting Adults Because protecting the mother is the best way to protect her unborn child, a pregnant woman should always wear a seat belt whenever she drives or rides in a vehicle. Remember to keep the lap portion of the belt as low as possible across your hips. Pregnant women should also sit upright and as far back as possible from the steering wheel or dashboard. This will reduce the risk of injuries to both the mother and her unborn child that can be caused by a crash or an inflating airbag. Each time you have a check-up, ask your doctor if it's okay for you to drive. Driver and Passenger Safety Main MenuTable of ContentsstProtecting Adults Additional Safety Precautions Two people should never use the same seat belt. If they do, they could be very seriously injured in a crash. Do not put any accessories on seat belts. Devices intended to improve occupant comfort or reposition the shoulder part of a seat belt can severely compromise the protective capability of the seat belt and increase the chance of serious injury in a crash. Do not place hard or sharp objects between yourself and an airbag. Carrying hard or sharp objects on your lap, or driving with a pipe or other sharp object in your mouth, can result in injuries if your airbags inflate. Keep your hands and arms away from the airbag covers. If your hands or arms are close to the SRS covers in the center of the steering wheel and on top of the dashboard, they could be injured if the airbags inflate. Do not attach or place objects on the airbag covers. Any object attached to or placed on the covers marked "SRS AIRBAG," in the center of the steering wheel and on top of the dashboard, could interfere with the proper operation of the airbags. Or, if the airbags inflate, the objects could be propelled inside the car and hurt someone. Driver and Passenger Safety Main MenuTable of ContentsstChildren who are unrestrained or improperly restrained can be seriously injured or killed in a crash. Any child too small for a seat belt should be properly restrained in a child seat. A larger child should be properly restrained with a seat belt. Children depend on adults to protect them. However, despite their best intentions, many parents and other adults may not know how to properly protect young passengers. So if you have children, or if you ever need to drive with a grandchild or other children in your car, be sure to read this section. Protecting Children All Children Must Be Restrained Each year, many children are injured or killed in vehicle crashes because they are either unrestrained or not properly restrained. In fact, vehicle accidents are the number one cause of death of children ages 12 and under. To reduce the number of child deaths and injuries, every state and Canadian province requires that infants and children be restrained whenever they ride in a vehicle. Any child who is too small to wear a seat belt should be properly restrained in a child seat. (See page 26.) A larger child should always be restrained with a seat belt. (See page 29.) Driver and Passenger Safety Main MenuTable of ContentsstProtecting Children Your Car is Not Recommended

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