2003 Honda S2000 Owners Manual

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. 128 . 60 Anti-theft Steering Column Fuel Fill Door Power Door Trunk . 60 . 121 . 62 . 66 Low Coolant Level . 124 Lower Gear, Downshifting to a . 138 ....... ............................ ................................. ........................................... ........................ ... Main Menust０２／０８／０６　１８：４８：０３　３１Ｓ２Ａ６３０　０２７４ ......................... Low Fuel Indicator Low Oil Pressure Indicator ... Lubricant Specifications Chart Luggage ... ......................................... . 48 . 46, 232 . 250 . 128 Maintenance .................................. ... ........................................ .................................... . 147 Owner Maintenance Checks . 159 . 157 Record Schedule . 150 Maintenance Required Indicator . 51 .. Malfunction Indicator Lamp . 47, 234 . 137 Manual Transmission . 172 Manual Transmission Fluid Meters, Gauges . 49 . 254 Methanol in Gasoline Mirrors, Adjusting . 80 ................... ........ ............................... ................... .......................... Octane Requirement, Gasoline . 120 . 50 Odometer Odometer, Trip . 51 Oil ... ......................................... ............................... Change, How to ........................ Change, When to ...................... Checking Engine ...................... Pressure Indicator .............. Selecting Proper Viscosity . 163 . 150 . 123 . 46, 232 Chart . 162 . 61 ON (Ignition Key Position) Opening the Trunk . 66 Operation in Foreign Countries . 255 Outside Mirrors . 80 . 229 Overheating, Engine Oxygenated Fuels . 254 ...................................... ........... ......................... .. .............................. .................... ......................... New Vehicle Break-in Normal Shift Speeds NOTICE, Explanation of Numbers, Identification .................. ..................... .................. ............... . 120 . 138 . ii . 248 Paint Touch-up Panel Brightness Control Parking Brake Parking Lights PGM-FI System .............................. .............. ................................. ................................. ............................. . 210 . 54 . 81 . 53 . 257 Index .................. . 209 Polishing and Waxing Power Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts Protecting Adults Door Locks Engine, Specifications Mirrors Windows . 62 . 250 . 80 . 70 . 17 . 12 Additional Safety Precautions . 18 . 17 Advice for Pregnant Women . 18 . 29 . 26 .................................. .............. ......................................... ...................................... ......... ............................ ... ..... ........................ ....... ......... Protecting Larger Children Protecting Small Children Protecting Children ................... ....................... . 229 Radiator Overheating . 94 Radio Sound System Readiness Codes . 235, 259 Rear Lights, Bulb Replacement . 202 . 80 Rear View Mirror . 69 Reclining the Seat-backs Recommended Shift Speeds . 138 .. ............................ ................ ....... ................... CONTINUED Main Menust０２／０８／０６　１８：４８：０８　３１Ｓ２Ａ６３０　０２７５ Index Recovery Vehicle, Emergency Towing ....................................... ............................. ....................... Reminder Lights Remote Transmitter Replacement Information . 245 . 45 . 63 Air Cleaner Engine Coolant Engine Oil and Filter Fuses Light Bulbs Schedule Spark Plugs Tires Wiper Blades ................................ .......................... ................ .......................................... ................................ .................................... ................................ ........................................... ............................. . 176 . 167 . 163 . 239 . 198 . 150 . 178 . 193 . 184 Replacing Seat Belts After a Crash Restraint, Child Rotation, Tire ............................................ ............................... ................................ . 34 . 19 . 192 ........................................ Safety Belts Safety Defects, Reporting Safety Labels, Location of Safety Messages ............ ............. ............................... . 8 . 264 . 41 . ii VI Seat Belts Additional Information Advice for Pregnant Women Cleaning Lap/Shoulder Belt Maintenance Reminder Light and Beeper System Components Use During Pregnancy ........................................... ............... ..... ..................................... ...................... ................................ ...... ................... ............... ........................ ............................... ........................... ............................. ......... Seats, Adjusting the Serial Number Service Intervals Service Manual Service Station Procedures Shifting . 8 . 33 . 17 . 212 . 33 . 34 . 46 . 33 . 17 . 69 . 248 . 150 . 265 . 121 The 6-speed Manual Transmission ......................... . 137 Side Marker Lights, Bulb Replacement in Signaling Turns 6-speed Manual Transmission ......................... ............................... . 200 . 55 Checking Fluid Level Shifting the ............... ................................ ..................................... ................... .................................. Snow Tires Solvent-type Cleaners Sound System . 172 . 137 . 195 . 208 . 94 Spare Tire Inflating Specifications Spark Plugs, Replacing Specifications Charts Speed Control Speedometer SRS, Additional Information . 218 . 251 . 178 . 250 . 115 . 49 . 36 Additional Safety Precautions . 39 How the Automatic Seat Belt ...................................... ............................ ................ .................... ................................ ................................... .......... ... Tensioners Work .................... . 34 . 38 . 36 . 36 . 39 . 38, 47 . 135 How the SRS Indicator Works How Your Airbags Work SRS Components SRS Service ....................................... ........... ........................ .................................. SRS Indicator Light Starting the Engine .................. ....................... In Cold Weather at High Altitude .................................. ................ .............. ........ With a Dead Battery State Emissions Testing Steam Coming from Engine Steering Wheel . 136 . 226 . 259 . 229 Anti-theft Column Lock Stereo Sound System ............. ..................... . 60 . 94 Main Menust０２／０８／０６　１８：４８：１６　３１Ｓ２Ａ６３０　０２７６ Index Storing Your Car ........................... Stuck Car ....................................... Supplemental Restraint System . 206 . 243 ...................................... Servicing SRS Indicator Tensioners, Seat Belts ......................... . 39 . 38, 47 . 34 ............... ..................................... Tachometer . 49 ...... Taillights, Changing Bulbs in . 202 Taking Care of the Unexpected . 217 Technical Descriptions DOT Tire Quality Grading Emissions Control Systems Oxygenated Fuels Three Way Catalytic ...... ..... ..................... . 252 . 256 . 254 Converter . 258 ............................... . 49 Temperature Gauge ....................... . 34 Tensioners, Seat Belts ................... .. Three Way Catalytic Converter . 258 . 195 Tire Chains .................................... . 219 Tire, How to Change a Flat ......... . 189 ............................................... Tires .............................. . 189 . 192 ................................... Air Pressure Balancing Checking Wear Compact Spare Tire DOT Tire Quality Grading Inflation Inspection Replacing Rotating Snow Specifications ......................... ................. ...... ...................................... .................................. ................................... ...................................... ........................................... ............................ ................... . 191 . 218 . 252 . 189 . 191 . 193 . 192 . 195 . 251 . 219 Tools, Tire Changing Towing A Trailer, Do Not Emergency Wrecker Trailer, Do Not Tow a Transmission ...................... ................ .................. . 145 . 245 . 145 Manual Transmission Checking Fluid Level, 6-speed .......... ........................... .............. Fluid Selection Identification Number Shifting the 6-speed Manual . 172 . 172 . 248 Transmission Treadwear Trip Meter Trunk ......................... ..................................... ....................................... ................................................ ........ ................................. Emergency Trunk Opener Opening the . 137 . 252 . 51 . 66 . 67 . 66 Open Monitor Light ................... .................................... Turn Signals . 47 . 55 Underside, Cleaning Unexpected, Taking Care ..................... . 213 of the Uniform Tire Quality Grading Unleaded Gasoline Upholstery Cleaning Used Oil, How to Dispose of .......................................... .... ........................ ..................... ....... . 217 . 252 . 120 . 211 . 164 Vehicle Dimensions Vehicle Identification Number Vehicle Storage Ventilation VIN Vinyl Cleaning Viscosity, Oil ...................... .... ............................. ........................................ ................................................. ............................... .................................. . 250 . 248 . 206 . 88 . 248 . 212 . 162 CONTINUED VII Main Menust０２／０８／０６　１８：４８：１９　３１Ｓ２Ａ６３０　０２７７ Index WARNING, Explanation of Warning Labels, Location of Warranty Coverages Washer, Windshield ............. ......... .................... . ii . 41 . 263 Checking the Fluid Level Operation Washing Waxing and Polishing Wheels ........ ..................................... ......................................... .................. ........................................... ............ ...... ...................................... Alignment and Balance Cleaning Aluminum Alloys Wrench Windows . 171 . 56 . 208 . 209 . 194 . 192 . 210 . 219 Cleaning Operating the Power ..................................... .................. . 213 . 70 Windshield Cleaning Defroster Washers ..................................... ..................................... ....................................... . 213 . 91 . 56 Wipers, Windshield Changing Blades Operation Worn Tires Wrecker, Emergency Towing ....................... ..................................... .................................... ..... . 184 . 55 . 191 . 245 VIII Main Menust０２／０８／０６　１８：４８：４１　３１Ｓ２Ａ６３０　０２８１ Service Information Summary Gasoline: Premium unleaded gasoline, pump octane number of 91 or higher. Fuel Tank Capacity: 13.2 US gal (50 ) Recommended Engine Oil: API premium grade 10W-30 detergent oil (see page ). 161 Oil change capacity (including filter): 5.1 US qt (4.8 ) 6-speed Manual Transmission Fluid: Honda Manual Transmission Fluid preferred, or an SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 motor oil as a temporary replacement (see page 172 ). Capacity: 1.6 US qt (1.5 ) Tire Pressure (measured cold): Front: 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm ) Rear: 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm ) Spare Tire Pressure: Front: 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm ) 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 174 ). Main MenuTable of Contents2003 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 Car at a Glance ......................................................................................................................................2 Driver and Passenger Safety .......................................................................................................................5 Proper use and care of your car's seat belts, and Supplemental Restraint System. Instruments and Controls...........................................................................................................................43 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 .............................................................................................................................................119 What gasoline to use, how to break-in your new car, and how to load luggage and other cargo. Driving...........................................................................................................................................................133 The proper way to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, plus towing a trailer. Maintenance.................................................................................................................................................147 The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you need to take your car to the dealer. Appearance Care.........................................................................................................................................207 Tips on cleaning and protecting your car. Things to look for if your car ever needs body repairs. Taking Care of the Unexpected...............................................................................................................217 This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and how to handle them. Technical Information...............................................................................................................................247 ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information. Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada)......................................................................261 A summary of the warranties covering your new Honda, and how to contact us. Authorized Manuals (U.S. only)...............................................................................................................265 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. st０２／０８／０６　１８：０５：５２　３１Ｓ２Ａ６３０　０００１ Owner’s Identification OWNER ADDRESS STREET CITY STATE/PROVINCE ZIP CODE/ POSTAL CODE V. I. N. DELIVERY DATE DEALER NAME ADDRESS (Date sold to original retail purchaser) DEALER NO. STREET CITY STATE/PROVINCE OWNER’S SIGNATURE DEALER’S SIGNATURE ZIP CODE/ POSTAL CODE This Owner’s Manual should be considered a permanent part of the vehicle, and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold. This Owner’s Manual covers all models of the S2000. You may find descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your particular model. The information and specifications included in this publication were in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications or design at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation whatsoever. Main Menust０２／０８／０６　１８：０５：５８　３１Ｓ２Ａ６３０　０００２ Congratulations on your selection of the 2003 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: California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. This product contains or emits chemicals known to the State of 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 Main Menust０２／０８／０６　１８：０６：１１　３１Ｓ２Ａ６３０　０００３ A 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. ii You will find this important safety information in a variety of forms, including: Safety Labels − Safety Messages on the car. − three signal words: These signal words mean: preceded by a safety alert symbol DANGER WARNING , or CAUTION 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 − Safety Precautions. such as Important Safety Reminders or Important Safety Section Instructions − such as Driver and Passenger Safety. − how to use this car correctly and safely. This entire book is filled with important safety information carefully. − please read it Main Menust０２／０８／０６　１８：０６：３７　３１Ｓ２Ａ６３０　０００５ Your Car at a Glance HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNAL SWITCH (P.53) WINDSHIELD WIPER CONTROLS (P.55) REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON (P.57) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.122) DOOR LOCK SWITCH (P.62) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.70) MIRROR CONTROLS (P.80) HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING (P.86) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.94) ROOF SWITCH (P.73) HAZARD WARNING SWITCH (P.80) Main Menust０２／０８／０６　１８：０６：４３　３１Ｓ２Ａ６３０　０００６ REMOTE AUDIO CONTROLS (P.113) INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS (P.54) ENGINE START BUTTON (P.135) HEADLIGHTS/ TURN SIGNALS (P.53) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.122) CRUISE CONTROL MASTER SWITCH (P.115) HORN Your Car at a Glance REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON (P.57) WINDSHIELD WIPERS/ WASHERS (P.55) Main Menust０２／０８／０６　１８：０６：５１　３１Ｓ２Ａ６３０　０００８ Driver and Passenger Safety This 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 Your Car’s Safety Features Seat Belts Airbags Seats & Seat-Backs Head Restraints Door Locks Pre-Drive Safety Checklist ......... ............. ....................................... ........................................... ..................... .......................... .................................. ........ ............................ 1. Close and Lock the Doors ..... 2. Adjust the Front Seats ........... 3. Adjust the Seat-Backs ............ 4. Fasten and Position the Seat ..................................... Protecting Adults . 6 . 7 . 8 . 9 . 10 . 10 . 10 . 11 . 12 . 12 . 12 . 13 Belts . 15 5. Maintain a Proper Sitting Position . 16 Advice for Pregnant Women . 17 Additional Safety Precautions . 18 . 18 ................................ ..... ... ........................ Protecting Children All Children Must Be . 19 Restrained for Child Passengers ............................... Your Car is Not Recommended .............. The Passenger’s Airbag Poses ...... ... . 20 Additional Safety Precautions . 22 Serious Risks to Children . 19 General Guidelines for Using . 22 . 26 . 29 Child Seats Protecting Small Children Protecting Larger Children ............................... ......... ....... Additional Information About Your ................................. . 33 .. Seat Belt System Components . 33 Lap/Shoulder Belt ...................... . 33 Automatic Seat Belt Seat Belts Tensioners Seat Belt Maintenance ............................... ............... Additional Information About Your ........................................... ........................ ........... SRS Components How Your Airbags Work How the SRS Indicator Light SRS . 34 . 34 . 36 . 36 . 36 Works . 38 SRS Service . 39 Additional Safety Precautions . 39 . 40 . 41 ....................................... .................................. ... ............. ................................... Carbon Monoxide Hazard Safety Labels Driver and Passenger Safety Main Menust０２／０８／０６　１８：０７：０４　３１Ｓ２Ａ６３０　０００９ Important 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. Duetothepassenger’s Driver and Passenger Safety airbaghazard,youshouldnever carryaninfantinarear-facingchild If a small child who seatinthiscar. 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 .) 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 150 .) Main MenuTable of Contentsst０２／０８／０６　１８：０７：１２　３１Ｓ２Ａ６３０　００１０ (1) (9) (3) (4) (7) (6) (8) (2) (5) (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 (2) Your 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 properly. features can contribute to injuries if they are not used properly. alwayswearyourseatbelts In fact, some safety Driver and Passenger Safety Main MenuTable of Contentsst０２／０８／０６　１８：０７：２５　３１Ｓ２Ａ６３０　００１１ Your 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. WhyWearSeatBelts 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 car and against another occupant. 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. Always wear Whatyoushoulddo: your seat belt, and make sure you wear it properly. Main MenuTable of Contentsst０２／０８／０６　１８：０７：３５　３１Ｓ２Ａ６３０　００１２ The most important things you need to know about your airbags are: Airbagsdonotreplaceseatbelts. 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. Airbagsoffernoprotectioninside impacts,rearimpacts,rollovers, Airbags are orminorcollisions. designed to deploy only during a moderate to severe frontal collision. Your Car’s Safety Features Airbagscanposeserioushazards. 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 sitting 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. Always wear Whatyoushoulddo: 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 an indicator light on the instrument panel to alert you to a possible problem with the system. Driver and Passenger Safety Main MenuTable of Contentsst０２／０８／０６　１８：０７：４５　３１Ｓ２Ａ６３０　００１３ Move the seats Whatyoushoulddo: 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. 10 Driver and Passenger Safety Main MenuTable of Contentsst０２／０８／０６　１８：０７：５５　３１Ｓ２Ａ６３０　００１４ Your Car’s Safety Features Pre-Drive Safety Checklist To make sure you and your passenger get 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 ). Both doors are closed and locked (see page 12 ). All cargo is properly stored or secured (see page 128 ). 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. 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 ). Driver and Passenger Safety 11 Main MenuTable of Contentsst０２／０８／０６　１８：０８：０７　３１Ｓ２Ａ６３０　００１５ Protecting 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 for 29 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. Close and Lock the Doors 1. 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 doors. 62 for how to lock the 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. 12 Driver and Passenger Safety Main MenuTable of Contentsst０２／０８／０６　１８：０８：１７　３１Ｓ２Ａ６３０　００１６ To reduce the chance of injury, wear your seat belt properly, sit upright with your back against the seat, and move the seat away from the steering wheel to the farthest distance that allows you to maintain full control of the car. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Transport Canada recommend that drivers adjust the seat so the center of the chest is at least 10 inches (25 cm) away from the center of the steering wheel. 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 seats. 69 for how to adjust the Protecting Adults 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. CONTINUED Driver and Passenger Safety 13 Main MenuTable of Contentsst０２／０８／０６　１８：０８：２４　３１Ｓ２Ａ６３０　００１７ 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. 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 backs. 69 for how to adjust seat- 14 Driver and Passenger Safety Main MenuTable of Contentsst０２／０８／０６　１８：０８：３３　３１Ｓ２Ａ６３０　００１８ 4. 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. Neverplacetheshoulderportionofa lap/shoulderbeltunderyourarmor behindyourback. very serious injuries in a crash. This could cause CONTINUED Driver and Passenger Safety 15 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 Contentsst０２／０８／０６　１８：０８：４１　３１Ｓ２Ａ６３０　００１９ Protecting Adults If a seat belt does not seem to work as it should, it may not protect the occupant in a crash. Nooneshould sitinaseatwithaninoperativeseat Anyone using a seat belt that is belt. not working properly can be seriously injured or killed. Have your Honda dealer check the belt as soon as possible. 33 for additional See page information about your seat belt system and how to take care of your belts. 16 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 Contentsst０２／０８／０６　１８：０８：５０　３１Ｓ２Ａ６３０　００２０ Advice 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 17 Main MenuTable of Contentsst０２／０８／０６　１８：０９：００　３１Ｓ２Ａ６３０　００２１ Protecting Adults, Protecting Children Additional Safety Precautions Twopeopleshouldneverusethe sameseatbelt. could be very seriously injured in a crash. If they do, they Donotputanyaccessoriesonseat Devices intended to improve belts. 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. Donotplacehardorsharpobjects betweenyourselfandanairbag. 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. 18 Driver and Passenger Safety Keepyourhandsandarmsaway If your fromtheairbagcovers. hands or arms are close to the airbag covers in the center of the steering wheel and on top of the dashboard, they could be injured if the airbags inflate. Donotattachorplaceobjectson Any object theairbagcovers. 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. Protecting Children Children depend on adults to protect them. However, despite their best intentions, many parents and other adults may not know how to protect young passengers. properly 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. Main MenuTable of Contentsst０２／０８／０６　１８：０９：１０　３１Ｓ２Ａ６３０　００２２ Children 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. 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. Anychildwhoistoosmalltoweara seatbeltshouldbeproperly restrainedinachildseat. 26 (See page .) Alargerchildshouldalwaysbe restrainedwithaseatbelt. 29 .) (See page Protecting Children Your Car is Not Recommended for Child Passengers We strongly recommend that you do not carry any child in this car. One reason is that your car does not have a back seat, and accident statistics show that a child of any size or age is safer when they are properly restrained in the back seat of a vehicle. In addition, your car has a passenger’s airbag which poses serious risks to children particularly infants and small children. − Driver and Passenger Safety 19 Main MenuTable of Contentsst０２／０８／０６　１８：０９：２１　３１Ｓ２Ａ６３０　００２３ Protecting Children Neverholdasmallchildonyour If you are not wearing a seat lap. belt in a crash, you could be thrown forward into the dashboard and crush the child. If you are wearing a seat belt, the child can be torn from your arms during a crash. For example, if your car crashes into a parked vehicle at 30 mph (48 km/h), a 30-lb (14 kg) child will become a 900-lb (410 kg) force, and you will not be able to hold on. Neverputaseatbeltoveryourself andachild. belt could press deep into the child and cause very serious injuries. During a crash, the The Passenger’s Airbag Poses Serious Risks to Children Airbags have been designed to help protect adults in a moderate to severe frontal collision. To do this, the passenger’s airbag is quite large, and it inflates with tremendous speed. As a result, we urge you to follow these guidelines. Infants Neverputarear-facingchildseatin thefrontseatofacarequippedwith If the airbag apassenger’sairbag. inflates, it can hit the back of the child seat with enough force to kill or very seriously injure an infant. 20 Driver and Passenger Safety If the vehicle seat is too SmallChildren Placingaforward-facingchildseatin thefrontseatofacarequippedwith apassenger’sairbagcanbe hazardous. far forward, or the child’s head is thrown forward during a collision, an inflating airbag can strike the child with enough force to kill or very seriously injure a small child. If a small child must ride in this car, follow the instructions on page 26 LargerChildren Childrenwhohaveoutgrownchild seatsarealsoatriskofbeinginjured orkilledbyaninflatingpassenger’s If a larger child must ride in airbag. this car, see page for important guidelines on how to decide whether a child is large enough and mature enough to ride as a passenger, and how to properly protect the child. 29 Main MenuTable of Contentsst０２／０８／０６　１８：０９：３８　３１Ｓ２Ａ６３０　００２４ Protecting Children U.S.Models To remind you of the passenger’s airbag hazards, your car has warning labels on the dashboard and on the driver’s and passenger’s visors. Please read and follow the instructions on these labels. CanadianModels To remind you of the airbag hazards, your car has warning labels on the driver’s and passenger’s visors. Please read and follow the instructions on these labels. Driver and Passenger Safety 21 Main MenuTable of Contentsst０２／０８／０６　１８：０９：４７　３１Ｓ２Ａ６３０　００２５ Protecting Children Additional Safety Precautions Donotleaveachildaloneinyour Leaving a child without adult car. supervision is illegal in most states and Canadian provinces and can be very hazardous. For example, a small child left in a car on a hot day can die from heatstroke. A child left alone with the key in the ignition can accidentally set the car in motion, possibly injuring themselves or others. Even very young Keepcarkeysandremote transmittersoutofthereachof children. children learn how to unlock vehicle doors, turn on the ignition, and open the trunk, which can lead to accidental injury or death. General Guidelines for Using Child Seats As discussed on page , because your car does not have a back seat, and because of the passenger’s airbag hazard, we strongly recommend that you do not carry a small child as a passenger in this car. 19 However, if you must carry a small child in this car, the child must be properly restrained in a child seat. The following pages give general guidelines for selecting and installing a child seat. See page additional information. for 26 Lockbothdoorsandthetrunk whenyourcarisnotinuse. Children who play in cars can accidentally get trapped inside the trunk. Teach your children not to play in or around cars. Know how to operate the emergency trunk opener and decide if your children should be shown how to use this feature (See page 67 ). 22 Driver and Passenger Safety Main MenuTable of Contentsst０２／０８／０６　１８：０９：５９　３１Ｓ２Ａ６３０　００２６ Protecting Children 2. Thechildseatshouldbeofthe propertypeandsizetofitthechild. SelectingaChildSeat To provide proper protection, a child seat should meet three requirements: 1. Thechildseatshouldmeetsafety The child seat should standards. meet Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 (FMVSS 213) or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 (CMVSS 213). Look for the manufacturer’s statement of compliance on the box and seat. A child who is too SmallChildren: large for a rear-facing child seat, and who can sit up without support, should be restrained in a forward- facing child seat. See page for additional information on protecting small children. 26 3.

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