vehicle, have an assistant start that vehicle and run it at a fast idle.
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tMain MenuTable of Contentss7. Once your car is running, discon- nect the negative cable from your car, then from the booster battery. Disconnect the positive cable from your car, then the booster battery.
Keep the ends of the juniper cables away from each other and any metal on the car until all are disconnected. Otherwise, you may cause an electrical short.
Jump Starting
BOOSTER BATTERY
6. Start your car. If the starter motor
still operates slowly, check the jumper cable connections to make sure they have good metal-to- metal contact.
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tMain MenuTable of ContentssThe reading on your car's temperature gauge should stay in the midrange under most conditions. It may go higher if you are driving up a long steep hill on a very hot day. If it climbs to the red mark, you should determine the reason.
NOTICE
Driving with the temperature gauge reading at the red mark can cause serious damage to your engine.
Your car can overheat for several reasons, such as lack of coolant or a mechanical problem. The only indication may be the temperature gauge climbing to or above the red mark. Or you may see steam or spray coming from under the car or engine cover. In either case, you should take immediate action.
Steam and spray from an overheated engine can seriously scald you.
Do not open the hood if steam is coming out.
1. Safely pull to the side of the road.
Put the transmission in Neutral and set the parking brake. Turn off the heating and cooling system and all other accessories. Turn on the hazard warning indicators.
2. If you see steam and/or spray
coming from under the hood, turn off the engine.
If Your Engine Overheats
3. If you do not see steam or spray,
leave the engine running and watch the temperature gauge. If the high heat is due to overloading (climbing a long, steep hill on a hot day with the A/C running, for example), the engine should start to cool clown almost immediately. If it does, wait until the tempera- ture gauge comes down to the mid- point then continue driving.
4. If the temperature gauge stays at the red mark, turn off the engine.
5. Wait until you see no more signs of steam or spray, then open the hood.
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tMain MenuTable of Contentss7. If you don't find an obvious leak,
check the coolant level in the radiator reserve tank (see page 120). If the level is below the MIN mark, add coolant to halfway between the MIN and MAX marks.
8. If there was no coolant in the
reserve tank, you may also have to add coolant to the radiator. Let the engine cool down until the reading reaches the middle of the temperature gauge, or lower, before checking the radiator.
9. Using gloves or a large heavy
cloth, turn the radiator cap counterclockwise, without pushing down, to the first stop. This releases any remaining pressure in the cooling system. After the pressure releases, push down on the cap and turn it until it comes off.
If Your Engine Overheats
6. Look for any obvious coolant leaks,
such as a split radiator hose. Everything is still extremely hot, so use caution. If you find a leak, it must be repaired before you continue driving (see Emergency Towing on page 241).
Removing the radiator cap while the engine is hot can cause the coolant to spray out, seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and radiator cool down before removing the radiator cap.
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11. Put the radiator cap back on
tightly. Run the engine and watch the temperature gauge. If it goes back to the red mark, the engine needs repair. (See Emergency Towing on page 241.)
12. If the temperature stays normal,
check the coolant level in the radiator reserve tank. If it has gone down, add coolant to the MAX mark. Put the cap back on tightly.
10. Start the engine and set the temperature control dial to maximum. Add coolant to the radiator up to the base of the filler neck. If you do not have the proper coolant mixture available, you can add plain water. Remember to have the cooling system drained and refilled with the proper mixture as soon as you can.
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tMain MenuTable of Contentss4. Start the engine and watch the oil
pressure indicator. If the light does not go out within ten seconds, turn off the engine. There is a mechanical problem that needs to be repaired before you can continue driving. (See Emergency Towing on page 241.)
Low Oil Pressure Indicator
LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR
NOTICE
Running the engine with low oil pressure can cause serious mechanical damage almost irnmediately. Turn off the engine as soon as you can safely get the car slopped.
1. Safely pull off the road and shut
off the engine. Turn on the hazard warning indicators.
2. Let the car sit for a minute. Open the hood and check the oil level (see page 119). Although oil level and oil pressure are not directly connected, an engine that is very low on oil can lose pressure during cornering and other driving maneuvers.
3. If necessary, add oil to bring the level back to the full mark on the dipstick (see page 157).
PUSH CANCEL
This indicator should light when the ignition switch is ON (II), and go out after the engine starts. It should never come on when the engine is running. If it starts flashing, it indicates that the oil pressure dropped very low for a moment, then recovered. If the indicator stays on with the engine running, it shows that the engine has lost oil pressure and serious engine damage is possible. In either case, you should take immediate action.
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tMain MenuTable of ContentssCharging System Indicator
By eliminating as much of the electrical load as possible, you can drive several miles (kilometers) before the battery is too discharged to keep the engine running. Drive to a service station or garage where you can get technical assistance.
Immediately turn off all electrical accessories: radio, heater, A/C, cruise control, etc. Try not to use other electrically-operated controls such as the power windows. Keep the engine running and take extra care not to stall it. Starting the engine will discharge the battery rapidly.
CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR
PUSH CANCEL
This indicator should come on when the ignition switch is ON (II), and go out after the engine starts. If it comes on brightly when the engine is running, it indicates that the charging system has stopped charging the battery.
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If you keep driving with the malfunction indicator lamp on, you can damage your car's emissions controls and engine. Those repairs may not be covered by your car's warranties.
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP
PUSH CANCEL
This indicator comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch ON (II). If it comes on at any other time, it indicates one of the engine's emissions control systems may have a problem. Even though you may feel no difference in your car's performance, it can reduce your fuel economy and cause your car to put out excessive emissions. Continued operation may cause serious damage.
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If you have recently refueled your car, the cause of this indicator coming on could be a loose or missing fuel fill cap. Check the cap and tighten it until it clicks several times. Replace the fuel fill cap if it is missing. Tightening the cap will not make the indicator turn off immediately; it takes three driving trips.
If the indicator remains on past three driving trips, or the fuel cap was not loose or missing, have the car checked by the dealer as soon as possible. Drive moderately until the dealer has inspected the problem. Avoid full-throttle acceleration and driving at high speed.
You should also have the dealer inspect your car if this indicator comes on repeatedly, even though it may turn off as you continue driving.
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If possible, do not take your car for a state emissions test until the readiness codes are set. See State Emissions Testing on pages 255 and 256.
Readiness Codes Your car has certain "readiness codes" that are part of the on-board diagnostics for the emissions systems. In some states, part of the emissions testing is to make sure these codes are set. If they are not set, the test cannot be completed.
If your car's battery has been disconnected or gone dead, these codes are erased. It takes several days of driving under various conditions to set the codes again.
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tMain MenuTable of ContentssSlow down by shifting to a lower gear, and pull to the side of the road when it is safe. Because of the longer distance needed to stop, it is hazardous to drive the car. You should have it towed, and repaired as soon as possible.
If you must drive the car a short distance in this condition, drive slowly and cautiously.
Brake System Indicator
BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR
The Brake System Indicator normally comes on when you turn the ignition switch ON (II). It is a reminder to check the parking brake. It comes on and stays lit if you do not fully release the parking brake.
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If it comes on at any other time, it indicates a problem with the car's brake system. In most cases, the problem is a low fluid level in the brake fluid reservoir. Press lightly on the brake pedal to see if it feels normal. If it does, check the brake fluid level the next time you stop at a service station (see page 170). If the fluid level is low, take the car to your dealer and have the brake system inspected for leaks or worn brake pads.
However, if the brake pedal does not feel normal, you should take immediate action. Because of the brake system's dual-circuit design, a problem in one part of the system will still give you braking at two wheels. You will feel the brake pedal go clown much farther before the car begins to slow clown, and you will have to press harder on the pedal. The distance needed to stop will be much longer.
tMain MenuTable of ContentssIf the electric motor will not close the convertible top, do the following.
1. Check the fuse for the convertible
top motor (see page 235). If the fuse is blown, replace it with one of the same or lower rating.
2. Try closing the convertible top. If
the new fuse blows immediately or the convertible top still does not operate, you can close the convertible top manually.
Closing the Convertible Top
CONNECTOR
3. Locate the electrical connector for
the convertible top motor. It is under the lower corner of the dashboard on the passenger's side. Disconnect the connector by pushing the tab and pulling the connector down.
4. Holding each corner of the
convertible top, raise the top and push it forward as far as it will go.
5. Follow steps 5 through 7 of the closing procedure on page 76 .
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tMain MenuTable of ContentssFuses
All the electrical circuits in your car have fuses to protect them from a short circuit or overload. These fuses are located in three fuse boxes.
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The interior fuse box is underneath the dashboard on the driver's side.
There are two under-hood fuse boxes in the engine compartment.
The main fuse box is located on the passenger's side near the battery. To open it, push the two tabs as shown.
tMain MenuTable of ContentssThe auxiliary fuse box is located on the driver's side near the brake fluid reservoir. To open it, push the tab on each side and remove the lid.
Checking and Replacing Fuses If something electrical in your car stops working, the first thing you should check for is a blown fuse. Determine from the chart on pages 237 and 238 , or the diagram on the fuse box lid, which fuse or fuses control that component. Check those fuses first, but check all the fuses before deciding that a blown fuse is not the cause. Replace any blown fuses and check the component's operation.
1. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0). Make sure the headlights and all other accessories are off.
2. Remove the cover from the fuse
box.
Fuses
BLOWN
3. Check each of the large fuses in
the under-hood fuse box by looking through the top at the wire inside. Removing these fuses requires a Phillips-head screw- driver.
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FUSE PULLER
BLOWN
4. Check the smaller fuses by pulling
out the fuse with the fuse puller provided in the interior fuse box.
5. Look for a burned wire inside the fuse. If it is burned, replace it with one of the spare fuses of the same rating or lower.
If you cannot drive the vehicle without fixing the problem, and you do not have a spare fuse, take a fuse of the same rating or a lower rating from one of the other circuits. Make sure you can do without that circuit temporarily (such as the accessory power socket or radio).
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If you replace the blown fuse with a spare fuse that has a lower rating, it might blow out again. This does not indicate anything wrong. Replace the fuse with one of the correct rating as soon as you can.
NOTICE
Replacing a fuse with one that has a higher rating greatly increases the chances of damaging the electrical system. If you do not have a replace- ment fuse with the proper rating for the circuit, install one with a lower rating.
6. If the replacement fuse of the
same rating blows in a short time, there is probably a serious electrical problem in your car. Leave the blown fuse in that circuit and have your car checked by a qualified mechanic.
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Fuses
* : Canadian Model
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UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOXES (MAIN FUSE BOX)
(AUXILIARY FUSE BOX)
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tMain MenuTable of ContentssIf your car gets stuck in sand, mud, or snow, call a towing service to pull it out (see page 241).
If Your Car Gets Stuck
For very short distances, such as freeing the car, you can use the detachable towing hook that mounts on the anchors in the front and rear bumpers.
To use the towing hook:
1. Remove the cover from the
bumper.
2. Remove the towing hook, hook
extension and wheel wrench from the tool box.
3. Using the wheel wrench, fasten
the extension into the bolt hole in the anchor.
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4. Screw the towing hook into the
extension and tighten it securely by hand.
NOTICE
To avoid damage to your car. use the towing hook for straight, flat ground towing only. Do not tow at an angle. The tow hook should not he used to tow t/ie vehicle onto a flat bed. Do not use it as a tie down.
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tMain MenuTable of ContentssIf your car needs to be towed, call a professional towing service or, if you belong to one, an organization that provides roadside assistance. Never tow your car behind another vehicle with just a rope or chain. It is very dangerous.
Flat-bed Equipment — The operator
loads your vehicle on the back of a
truck. This is the only way your
S2000 should be transported.
When you contact the towing agency,
inform them that you have an S2000
and that a flat-bed is required.
There are three popular types of professional towing equipment.
Emergency Towing
Wheel Lift Equipment — The tow truck uses two pivoting arms that go under the tires (front or rear) and lift them off the ground. The other two tires remain on the ground. Because the S2000 sits so low, the body could come in contact with the ground and be damaged. This method of towing is unacceptable.
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tMain MenuTable of ContentssEmergency Towing
Sling-type Equipment — The tow truck uses metal cables with hooks on the ends. These hooks go around parts of the frame or suspension and the cables lift that end of the car off the ground. Your car's suspension and body can be seriously damaged. This method of towing is unacceptable.
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tMain MenuTable of ContentssThe diagrams in this section give you the dimensions and capacities of your Honda, and the locations of the identification numbers. It also includes information you should know about your vehicle's tires and emissions control systems.
Identification Numbers................. 244
Specifications................................. 246
DOT Tire Quality Grading
(U.S. Vehicles)....................... 248
Treadwear.................................. 248
Traction....................................... 248
Temperature............................. 249
Technical Information
Oxygenated Fuels.......................... 250
Driving in Foreign Countries....... 251
Emissions Controls........................ 252
The Clean Air Act...................... 252
Crankcase Emissions Control
System..................................... 252
Evaporative Emissions Control
System..................................... 252
Exhaust Emissions Controls.... 253
PGM-FI System..................... 253
Ignition Timing Control
System................................. 253
Secondary Air Injection
System................................. 253
Three Way Catalytic
Converter............................ 253
Replacement Parts..................... 253
Three Way Catalytic Converter... 254
State Emission Testing................. 255
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stMain MenuVEHICLE 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.
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CERTIFICATION LABEL
stMain MenuTable of ContentsIdentification 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
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tMain MenuTable of ContentssSpecifications
page 176
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* 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.
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page 238
page 237
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tMain MenuTable of ContentssDOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)
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 clue to variations in driving habits, service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate.
Traction — AA, A, B, C The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, and C. Those grades represent the tire's ability to slop 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.
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
DOT Quality Grades All passenger car tires must conform to Federal Safety Requirements in addition to these grades.
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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 buildup and possible tire failure.
Temperature — A, B, C 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.
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Main MenuTable of ContentstsOxygenated 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.
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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."
METHANOL (methyl or wood alcohol) Your vehicle was not designed to use fuel that contains methanol. Methanol can corrode metal parts in the fuel system, and also damage plastic and rubber components. This damage would not be covered by your warranties.
MTBE (Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether) You may use gasoline containing up to 15 percent MTBE by volume.
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.
tMain MenuTable of ContentssIf 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
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tMain MenuTable of ContentssEmissions 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.
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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.
tMain MenuTable of ContentssExhaust 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-FI 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
Ignition 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 (CO2), dinitrogen (N2), and water vapor.
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.
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tMain MenuTable of ContentssKeep 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 HC, 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.
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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.
tMain MenuTable of ContentssTesting of Readiness Codes If you take your vehicle for a state emissions test shortly after the battery has been disconnected or gone dead, it may not complete the test. This is because of certain "readiness codes" that must be set in the on-board diagnostics for the emissions systems. These codes are erased when the battery is disconnected, and set again only after several days of driving under a variety of conditions.
If the testing facility determines that the readiness codes are not set, you will be requested to return at a later date to complete the test. If you must get the vehicle re-tested within the next two or three days, you can condition the vehicle for re-testing by doing the following.
Make sure the gas tank is nearly, but not completely, full (around 3/4).
Make sure the vehicle has been
parked with the engine off for 8
hours or more.
Make sure the ambient temperature is between 20° and 95° F.
State Emissions Testing
Without touching the accelerator pedal, start the engine and let it idle for 20 seconds.
Keep the vehicle on Neutral.
Increase the engine speed to 2,000
rpm and hold it there until the
temperature gauge rises to at least
1/4 of the scale (approximately 3
minutes).
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tMain MenuTable of ContentssState Emissions Testing
Select a nearby lightly traveled
major highway where you can
maintain a speed of 50 to 60 mph
for at least 20 minutes. Drive on
the highway in 5th. Do not use the
cruise control. When traffic allows,
drive for 90 seconds without
moving the accelerator pedal.
(Vehicle speed may vary slightly;
this is okay.) If you cannot do this
for a continuous 90 seconds
because of traffic conditions, drive
for at least 30 seconds, then repeat
it two more times (for a total of 90
seconds).
Then drive in city/suburban traffic for at least 10 minutes. When traffic conditions allow, let the vehicle coast for several seconds without using the accelerator pedal or the brake pedal.
If the testing facility determines the readiness codes are still not set, see your Honda dealer.
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Customer Relations
Information................................. 258
U.S. Zone Office Map.................... 259
Canada Zone Office Map.............. 260
Warranty Coverages..................... 261
Reporting Safety Defects
(U.S. Vehicles)........................... 262
Authorized Manuals...................... 263
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tMain MenusCustomer 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 244) 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
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stMain MenuTable of ContentsU.S. Zone Office Map
Western Zone
P.O. Box 2260
700 Van Ness Avenue
Torrance, California
90501-1490
(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
P.O. Box 1606
1500 Morrison Parkway
Alpharetta, Georgia 30009-1606
(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 115 Gaither Drive
Aurora, Colorado 80012
(303) 696-3935
Mt. Laurel, New Jersey 08054
(856) 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
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The addresses and telephone numbers are subject to change. If you cannot reach your Zone office, ask your Honda dealer for the current information.
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Warranty and Customer Relations
CUSTOMER 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
tMain MenuTable of ContentssWarranty 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 2001 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 information is in a separate booklet.
Canadian Owners Please refer to the 2001 Warranty Manual that came with your car.
Warranty and Customer Relations
stMain MenuTable of ContentsReporting 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
tMain MenuTable of ContentssPurchasing 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.
61S2A01
61S2A01EL
61S2A30
31S2A610
stMain MenuTable of ContentsAuthorized 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.
These Publications cannot be returned for credit without receiving advance authorization within 14
days of delivery. On returns, a restocking fee may be applied against the original order.
P.O. BOX 07280 DETROIT, MICHIGAN 48207 1-800-782-4356
tMain MenuTable of ContentssAccessories
Installation.................................. 122
Accessory Power Socket................ 82
ACCESSORY (Ignition Key
Position)....................................... 61
Additives, Engine Oil..................... 158
Airbag (SRS)...................................... 9
Air Cleaner Element...................... 172
Air Conditioning............................... 86
Maintenance............................... 182
Usage........................................... 86
Air Outlets (Vents).......................... 88
Air Pressure, Tires........................ 185
Alarm, Anti-theft............................ 114
Alcohol in Gasoline........................ 250
Aluminum Wheels, Cleaning........ 206
Antifreeze....................................... 161
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)
Indicator Light.................... 45, 139
Operation.................................... 137
Anti-theft Steering Column Lock .. 60
Anti-theft System........................... 114
Appearance Care........................... 203
Audio Panel....................................... 82
Audio System................................... 94
Automatic Car Washes................. 204
Automatic Speed Control................ 55
Back-up Lamp Replacement......... 198
Battery
Charging System
Indicator........................... 44, 229
Jump Starting............................. 222
Maintenance............................... 177
Specifications............................. 247
Before Driving............................... 115
Belts, Seat......................................... 8
Beverage Holder.............................. 82
Body Repair.................................... 211
Brakes............................................. 136
Anti-lock System (ABS)............ 137
Break-in, New Linings .............. 116
Bulb Replacement..................... 198
Fluid............................................ 170
Parking.......................................... 81
System Indicator.......................... 44
Wear Indicators, Disc ............... 136
Braking System.............................. 136
Index
Break-in, New Car......................... 116
Brightness Control, Instruments... 52
Brights, Headlights......................... 51
Bulb Replacement.......................... 194
Back-up Lights........................... 198
Brake Lights............................... 198
Headlights.................................. 194
License Plate Lights.................. 200
Side Marker Lights ................... 196
Specifications............................. 247
Turn Signal Lights..................... 196
Bulbs, Halogen............................... 194
Capacities Chart............................. 246
Carbon Monoxide Hazard.............. 39
Cargo, Carrying............................. 124
CAUTION, Explanation of............ ii
CD Changer.................................... 108
Certification Label......................... 244
Chains............................................. 191
CONTINUED
stMain MenuIndex
Changing Oil
How to......................................... 159
When to....................................... 146
Changing a Flat Tire ..................... 215
Changing Engine Coolant............. 163
Charging System Indicator ... 44, 229
Check Engine Eight............... 45, 230
Checklist, Before Driving............. 130
Child Safety.................................... 19
Child Seats........................................ 22
Cleaner, Air.................................... 172
Cleaning.......................................... 203
Aluminum Wheels..................... 206
Carpeting.................................... 207
Exterior....................................... 204
Floor Mats.................................. 207
Interior........................................ 207
Leather........................................ 208
Seat Belts................................. 208
Vinyl............................................ 208
Windows..................................... 209
Clutch Fluid.................................... 171
CO in the Exhaust......................... 252
Cold Weather, Starting in............. 132
Compact Spare Tire....................... 214
Controls, Instruments and.............. 41
Covertible Top................................. 72
Convertible Top Cover................ 77
Eowering the Convertible Top... 72
Maintenance................................. 78
Raising the Covertible Top......... 75
Coolant
Adding......................................... 161
Checking..................................... 120
Proper Solution.......................... 161
Temperature Gauge.................... 47
Corrosion Protection..................... 209
Crankcase Emission Control
System....................................... 252
Cruise Control Operation............... 55
Customer Relations
Information................................. 258
Dipstick
Engine Oil................................... 119
Directional Signals.......................... 53
Disc Brake Wear Indicators......... 136
Disposal of Used Oil...................... 160
Do Not Tow aTrailer.................... 141
Doors
Eocking and Unlocking............... 62
Monitor Eight............................... 45
Power Door Locks....................... 62
DOT Tire Quality Grading........... 248
Downshifting, 6-speed Manual
Transmission.............................. 134
Driving............................................ 129
Economy..................................... 121
In Bad Weather.......................... 140
In Foreign Countries................. 251
DANGER, Explanation of................. ii
Dashboard........................................ 42
Daytime Running Eights................ 52
Defects, Reporting Safety............. 262
Defrosting the Windows................ 91
Dimensions..................................... 246
Dimming the Headlights ................ 51
Economy, Fuel............................... 121
Emergencies on the Road............. 213
Battery, Jump Starting.............. 222
Changing a Flat Tire................. 215
Charging System Indicator ...... 229
Checking the Fuses................... 235
tMain MenusClosing the Convertible Top.... 233
Low Oil Pressure Indicator...... 228
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .... 230
Overheated Engine................... 225
Emergency Brake............................ 81
Emergency Flashers....................... 80
Emergency Trunk Opener............. 67
Emissions Controls........................ 252
Emissions Testing, State .............. 255
Engine
Check Engine Light............45, 230
Compartment, Checking
in the.......................................118
Coolant........................................ 120
Coolant Temperature Gauge ..... 47
Drive Belt.................................... 184
Malfunction Indicator
Lamp................................ 45, 230
Oil Pressure Indicator......... 44, 228
Oil, What Kind to Use............... 157
Overheating................................ 225
Specifications............................. 246
Speed Limiter............................. 134
Starting........................................ 131
Engine Cover, Opening the.......... 118
Ethanol in Gasoline ....................... 250
Evaporative Emission Controls.... 252
Exhaust Fumes................................ 39
Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat
Belts by......................................... 17
Exterior, Cleaning the................... 204
Fabric, Cleaning............................. 208
Fan, Interior...................................... 86
Features, Comfort and
Convenience................................. 85
Filling the Fuel Tank..................... 117
Filters
Oil................................................159
Flashers, Hazard Warning.............. 80
Flat Tire, Changing a.................... 215
Fluids
Brake...........................................170
Clutch..........................................171
Manual Transmission............... 168
Windshield Washer................... 167
FM Stereo Radio Reception......... 103
Foreign Countries, Driving in...... 251
Four-way Flashers........................... 80
Index
Fuel..................................................116
Fill Door and Cap....................... 117
Gauge............................................ 48
Octane Requirement................. 116
Oxygenated................................ 250
Reserve Indicator......................... 46
Tank, Filling the......................... 117
Fuel Mileage, Improving............... 121
Fuel Station Procedures ............... 117
Fuses, Checking the...................... 235
Gasohol........................................... 250
Gasoline.......................................... 116
Fuel Reserve Indicator................ 46
Gauge............................................ 48
Octane Requirement................. 116
Oxygenated Fuels...................... 250
Tank, Filling the......................... 117
CONTINUED
tMain MenusIndex
Gauges.............................................. 47
Engine Coolant Temperature .... 47
Fuel................................................ 48
Speedometer................................ 47
Tachometer.................................. 47
Gearshift Lever Positions
6-speed Manual
Transmission.......................... 133
Glass Cleaning............................... 209
Ignition
Halogen Headlight Bulbs.............. 194
Hazard Warning Flashers............... 80
Headlights
Daytime Running Lights............. 52
High Beam Indicator................... 46
Reminder Tone............................ 51
Replacing Halogen Bulbs ......... 194
Turning on.................................... 51
Heating and Cooling System.......... 86
High Altitude, Starting at.............. 132
High-Low Beam Switch .................. 51
High Speed, Shifting at................. 134
Hood Latch..................................... 174
Hood, Opening the ........................ 118
Hydraulic Clutch............................ 171
Hydroplaning.................................. 141
Jump Starting................................. 222
Identification Number,
Vehicle........................................ 244
Keys............................................. 58
Switch............................................ 60
Timing Control System............. 253
Indicator Lights, Instrument
Panel............................................ 43
Inflation, Proper Tire .................... 185
Inside Mirror.................................... 80
Inspection, Tire.............................. 187
Instrument Panel............................. 42
Instrument Panel Brightness......... 52
Interior Cleaning............................ 207
Interior Lights.................................. 83
Introduction......................................... i
Jacking Up the Car........................ 216
Jack, Tire........................................ 215
Keys................................................... 58
Label, Certification........................ 244
Lane Change, Signaling.................. 53
Lap/Shoulder Belts......................... 33
Leather, Cleaning.......................... 208
Lights
Bulb Replacement..................... 194
Indicator........................................ 43
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
tMain MenusLow Oil Pressure Indicator... 44, 228
Lubricant Specifications Chart.... 246
Luggage.......................................... 124
Maintenance................................... 143
Owner Maintenance Checks.... 155
Record......................................... 153
Schedule..................................... 146
Maintenance Required Indicator... 49
Malfunction Indicator Lamp. 45, 230
Manual Transmission.................... 133
Manual Transmission Fluid ......... 168
Meters, Gauges................................ 47
Methanol in Gasoline.................... 250
Mirrors, Adjusting........................... 80
New Vehicle Break-in ................... 116
Normal Shift Speeds...................... 134
NOTICE, Explanation of................... ii
Numbers, Identification................ 244
Octane Requirement, Gasoline.... 116
Odometer.......................................... 48
Odometer, Trip................................ 48
Oil
Change, How to ......................... 159
Change, When to....................... 146
Checking Engine....................... 119
Pressure Indicator............... 44, 228
Selecting Proper Viscosity
Chart....................................... 158
ON (Ignition Key Position)............ 61
Opening the Trunk.......................... 66
Operation in Foreign Countries... 251
Outside Mirrors............................... 80
Overheating, Engine..................... 225
Oxygenated Fuels.......................... 250
Paint Touch-up............................... 206
Panel Brightness Control............... 52
Parking Brake.................................. 81
Parking Lights.................................. 51
PGM-FI System.............................. 253
Index
Polishing and Waxing................... 205
Power
Door Locks................................... 62
Engine, Specifications............... 246
Mirrors.......................................... 80
Windows....................................... 70
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.................... 225
Radio Sound System........................ 94
Readiness Codes............................ 255
Rear Lights, Bulb Replacement... 198
Rear View Mirror............................. 80
Reclining the Seat-backs................. 69
Recommended Shift Speeds ........ 134
CONTINUED
stMain MenuIndex
Recovery Vehicle, Emergency
Towing........................................ 241
Reminder Lights............................. 43
Remote Transmitter........................ 63
Replacement Information
Air Cleaner................................. 172
Engine Coolant........................... 163
Engine Oil and Filter................. 159
Fuses........................................... 235
Eight Bulbs................................. 194
Schedule..................................... 146
Spark Plugs................................. 174
Tires............................................ 189
Wiper Blades.............................. 180
Replacing Seat Belts After a
Crash.............................................34
Restraint, Child................................ 19
Rotation, Tire................................. 188
Safety Belts....................................... 8
Safety Defects, Reporting............. 262
Safety Labels, Location of.............. 40
Safety Messages................................ ii
Seat Belts............................................ 8
Additional information................ 33
Advice for pregnant Women...... 17
Cleaning.................................... 208
Lap/Shoulder Belt....................... 33
Maintenance................................. 34
Reminder Eight and Beeper....... 44
System Components.................... 33
Use During Pregnancy................ 17
Seats, Adjusting the......................... 69
Serial Number................................ 244
Service Intervals............................ 146
Service Manual.............................. 263
Service Station Procedures .......... 117
Shifting
The 6-speed Manual
Transmission.......................... 133
Side Marker Eights, Bulb
Replacement in.......................... 196
Signaling Turns................................ 53
6-speed Manual Transmission
Checking Fluid Level............... 168
Shifting the................................. 133
Snow Tires...................................... 191
Solvent-type Cleaners.................... 204
Sound System................................... 94
Spare Tire
Inflating.......................................214
Specifications............................. 247
Spark Plugs, Replacing................. 174
Specifications Charts..................... 246
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
Starting the Engine........................ 131
In Cold Weather at High
Altitude................................... 132
With a Dead Battery ................. 222
State Emissions Testing............... 255
Steam Coming from Engine......... 225
Steering Wheel
Anti-theft Column Lock.............. 60
Stereo Sound System ...................... 94
tMain MenusStoring Your Car............................ 202
Stuck Car........................................ 239
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 .. 213
Technical Descriptions
DOT Tire Quality Grading....... 248
Emissions Control Systems...... 250
Oxygenated Fuels...................... 252
Three Way Catalytic
Converter................................ 254
Temperature Gauge........................ 47
Tensioners, Seat Belts .................... 37
Three Way Catalytic Converter... 254
Tire Chains..................................... 191
Tire, How to Change a Flat.......... 215
Tires................................................ 185
Air Pressure............................... 185
Balancing.................................... 188
Checking Wear.......................... 187
Compact Spare Tire .................. 214
DOT Tire Quality Grading....... 248
Inflation....................................... 185
Inspection................................... 187
Replacing.................................... 189
Rotating....................................... 188
Snow............................................191
Specifications............................. 247
Tools, Tire Changing.................... 215
Towing
A Trailer, Do Not....................... 141
Emergency Wrecker ................ 240
Trailer, Do Not Tow a................... 141
Transmission
Checking Fluid Level, 6-speed
Manual Transmission........... 168
Fluid Selection............................ 168
Identification Number............... 244
Shifting the 6-speed Manual
Transmission.......................... 133
Treadwear...................................... 248
Trip Meter........................................ 48
Trunk................................................. 66
Emergency Trunk Opener......... 67
Opening the ................................. 66
Index
Open Monitor Light.................... 45
Turn Signals..................................... 53
Underside, Cleaning...................... 209
Unexpected, Taking Care
of the........................................... 213
Uniform Tire Quality Grading..... 248
Unleaded Gasoline......................... 116
Upholstery Cleaning...................... 207
Used Oil, How to Dispose of........ 160
Vehicle Dimensions....................... 246
Vehicle Identification Number..... 244
Vehicle Storage.............................. 202
Ventilation......................................... 88
VIN..................................................244
Vinyl Cleaning................................ 208
Viscosity, Oil................................... 158
CONTINUED
tMain MenusIndex
WARNING, Explanation of.............. ii
Warning Labels, Location of.......... 40
Warranty Coverages..................... 261
Washer, Windshield
Checking the Fluid Level......... 167
Operation.................................... 54
Washing.......................................... 204
Waxing and Polishing................... 205
Wheels............................................ 189
Alignment and Balance............. 188
Cleaning Aluminum Alloys....... 206
Wrench....................................... 215
Windows
Windshield
Cleaning...................................... 209
Operating the Power................... 70
Cleaning...................................... 209
Defroster...................................... 91
Washers........................................ 54
Wipers, Windshield
Changing Blades........................ 180
Operation...................................... 53
Worn Tires..................................... 187
Wrecker, Emergency Towing...... 241
tMain MenusService 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 158).
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 168).
Capacity:
1.6 US qt(1.5 l ,1.3 Imp qt)
Brake Fluid: Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 preferred, or a DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid as a temporary replacement (see page 170).
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)
stMain MenuS2000 2001 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......................................................................................................213
This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and how to handle them.
Technical Information.....................................................................................................................243
ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information.
Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada)................................................................257
A summary of the warranties covering your new Acura, and how to contact us.
Authorized Manuals (U.S. only)......................................................................................................263
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
NOTICE
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.
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Congratulations on your selection of the 2001 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.
California Proposition 65 Warning
WARNING: This product contains or emits chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
stMain MenuA Few Words About Safety
Your safety, and the safety of others, is very important. And operating this car safely is an important 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.
stMain MenuYour 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.70)
MIRROR CONTROLS (P.80)
AUDIO SYSTEM (P.94)
ROOF SWITCH (P.73)
HAZARD WARNING SWITCH (P.80)
stMain MenuREMOTE AUDIO CONTROLS (P.113)
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)
stMain MenusThis 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
stMain MenuImportant 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.