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.
188
Technical Information
Without touching the accelerator pedal, start the engine, and let it idle for 20 seconds.
Keep the vehicle in 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 (about 3 minutes).
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State Emissions Testing
Select a nearby lightly traveled
major highway where you can
maintain a speed of 50 to 60 mph
(80 to 97 km/h) 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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Warranty and Customer Relations
Customer Service
Information
Warranty Coverages Reporting Safety Defects
................................ ....................
. 192
. 193
(U.S. Vehicles)
Authorized Manuals
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. 194
. 195
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Customer Service 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 Service Office.
U.S. Owners:
American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Automobile Customer Service
Mail Stop 500-2N-7A
1919 Torrance Boulevard
Torrance, California 90501-2746
Tel: (800) 999-1009
Canadian Owners:
CUSTOMER RELATIONS
RELATIONS AVEC LA CLIENTÉLE
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
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In Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin
Islands:
Bella International
P.O. Box 190816
San Juan, Puerto Rico 00919-0816
Tel: (787) 250-4318
When you call or write, please give us this information:
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Vehicle Identification Number (see page Name and address of the dealer who services your vehicle Date of purchase Mileage on your vehicle Your name, address, and tele- phone number A detailed description of the problem Name of the dealer who sold the vehicle to you
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U.S. Owners Your new Honda is covered by these warranties:
−
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EmissionsControlSystemsDefects WarrantyandEmissions these two PerformanceWarranty − warranties cover your vehicle’s emis- sions control systems. Time, mileage, and coverage are conditional. Please read the warranty manual for exact information.
OriginalEquipmentBatteryLimited Warranty to 100 percent credit toward a replacement battery.
this warranty gives up
−
Warranty Coverages
a seat SeatBeltLimitedWarranty belt that fails to function properly is covered for the useful life of the vehicle.
−
ReplacementBatteryLimited provides prorated Warranty coverage for a replacement battery purchased from a Honda dealer.
−
−
all exterior body panels
RustPerforationLimited Warranty are covered for rust-through from the inside for the specified time period with no mileage limit.
AccessoryLimitedWarranty − 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.
ReplacementPartsLimited covers all Honda Warranty replacement parts against defects in materials and workmanship.
−
ReplacementMufflerLifetime provides LimitedWarranty coverage for as long as the pur- chaser of the muffler owns the vehicle.
−
Restrictions and exclusions apply to all these warranties. Please read the 2004 Honda Warranty Information booklet that came with your vehicle for precise information on warranty coverages. Your Honda’s original tires are covered by their manufacturer. Tire warranty infor- mation is in a separate booklet.
Canadian Owners Please refer to the 2004 Warranty Manual that came with your vehicle.
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Reporting 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.
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Index
Accessories
Installation
................................. ...............
. 105
. 70
Accessory Power Socket ACCESSORY (Ignition Key
Position)
....................................... .................... ...............................
Additives, Engine Oil Airbag (SRS) Air Conditioning Air Pressure, Tires Alarm, Anti-theft Antifreeze Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)
.............................. ....................... ............................. ......................................
. 53
. 130
. 9, 18
. 74
. 146
. 53
. 132
....................
...................................
Indicator Light Operation
. 41, 118
. 117
Anti-theft Steering Column Lock . 53
. 94
Anti-theft System
............................
. 71
Audio Panel
......................................
..................................
Audio System
. 78
. 95
Automatic Speed Control
...............
Back-up Light Replacement
........
. 141
Battery
Charging System
Indicator
...........................
....................................
............................ .............................. ............................ ................................
Jump Starting Maintenance Specifications Before Driving Belts,Seat Beverage Holder Booster Seats Brakes
............................. .................................. ............................................ ........... ............. ........................................... .........................................
. 40, 166
. 162
. 151
. 181
. 99
. 8 ,15
. 70
. 31
. 116
. 117
. 100
. 136
. 67
. 40, 168
. 117
. 116
Braking System
Break-in, New Vehicle
. 100
..
Brightness Control, Instruments . 49
Brights, Headlights
........................
. 48
. 137
Bulb Replacement
.........................
. 141
Back-up Lights
..........................
. 137
Headlights
.................................
...........
Side Turn Signal Lights
. 139
. 181
Specifications
............................
Anti-lock System (ABS) Break-in, New Linings Fluid Parking System Indicator Wear Indicators, Disc
.............. ............................. .................
.................
Turn Signal Lights
............
Bulbs, Halogen
..............................
. 139, 141
. 137
howtocarry
............................ ............. ........................
Capacities Chart Carbon Monoxide Hazard Cargo, CAUTION, Explanation of CD Care CD Error Messages CD Changer CD Changer Error Messages CD Player Certification Label Chains, tires Changing Oil
.............. ........................................... ........................ ..................................... ....... ......................................... ........................ ...................................
. 180
. 34
. 107
. ii
. 85
. 86
. 84
. 87
. 83
. 178
. 150
How to When to
........................................ ...................................... ....................
Changing a Flat Tire Charging System Indicator Checklist, Before Driving
. 130
. 121
. 155
. 40, 166
. 112
...
............
CONTINUED
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Index
Child Safety
Booster Seats Child Seats Important Safety Reminders Larger Children Risk With Airbags Small Children
..................................... .............................. ................................... ..... .......................... ...................... ............................. .......................................
. 22
. 31
. 26
. 25
. 30
. 23
. 26
. 26
Child Seats Cleaning
Floor Mats Seat Belts Clutch Fluid CO in the Exhaust Compact sparetire Controls, Instruments and Convertible Top
. 143
.................................
. 143
...................................
. 136
...................................
. 185
........................
. 154
.........................
. 70
.............
. 61
..............................
Convertible Top Cover
...............
. 63
..
Lowering the Convertible Top . 61
. 65
Maintenance
................................
.....
Raising the Convertible Top
. 64
Coolant
Adding Checking Proper Solution Temperature Gauge
........................................ .................................... ......................... ...................
. 132
. 103
. 132
. 45
Crankcase Emission Control
System
........................................ .............. ................ ......................................
Cruise Control Operation Cruise Control Indicator Cup Holder Customer Relations
. 185
. 95
. 42
. 70
Information
................................
. 192
DANGER, Explanation of Dashboard Daytime Running Lights Daytime Running Lights
................ ....................................... ................
. ii
. 38
. 48
Indicator
....................................... ................................. ............ ................ .................................... ...............
Dead Battery Defects, Reporting Safety Defrosting the Windows Dimensions Dimming the Headlights Dipstick
Engine Oil
Directional Signals Disc Brake Wear Indicators Disposal of Used Oil Do Not Tow a Trailer
.................................. .......................... ........ ..................... ...................
. 42
. 162
. 194
. 77
. 180
. 48
. 103
. 48
. 117
. 132
. 118
Doors
Locking and Unlocking Monitor Light Power Door Locks
.............. .............................. ...................... ..........
DOT Tire Quality Grading Downshifting, 6-speed Manual
. 54
. 41
. 54
. 182
Driving
Transmission
............................. ........................................... ....................................
. 114
. 111
. 104
Economy
. 104
Economy, Fuel
. 153
Emergencies on the Road
. 162
Battery, Jump Starting
. 155
Changing a Flat Tire
. 166
Charging System Indicator
. 170
Checking the Fuses
. 49
Hazard Warning Flashers
. 166
Low Oil Pressure Indicator
Malfunction Indicator Lamp . 167
. 163
Overheated Engine
. 67
. 49
. 55
. 185
.............................. ............ ............. ................ ..... .................. ......... ..... ... .................. ........................... ...................... ............ .......................
Emergency Brake Emergency Flashers Emergency Trunk Opener Emissions Controls
II
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Index
Emissions Testing, State Engine
.............
. 188
Coolant Coolant Temperature Gauge Malfunction Indicator
. 132
.......................................
....
. 45
Lamp
Oil Pressure Indicator Oil, What Kind to Use Overheating Specifications Speed Limiter Starting
. 41, 167
. 40, 166
. 129
. 163
. 180
. 115
. 113
. 160
Engine,
Ethanol in Gasoline
. 100
Evaporative Emission Controls . 185
Exhaust Fumes
. 34
Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat
................................ ........ .............. ............................... ............................ ............................ ....................................... ................... ...................... ... ...............................
ifitwon’tstart
Belts by
........................................
. 14
Fan, Interior Features, Comfort and
.....................................
. 75
Convenience
Filling the Fuel Tank
................................ ....................
. 73
. 101
Filters Oil
............................................... ............. ...................
Flashers, Hazard Warning Flat Tire, Changing a Fluids
. 130
. 49
. 155
FM Stereo Radio Reception Four-way Flashers Fuel
Brake Clutch Manual Transmission Windshield Washer
.......................................... ......................................... .............. .................. .......... .......................... ................................................. ...................... ........................................... ................ ........................ ........................ .............. .............. .....................
Fill Door and Cap Gauge Octane Requirement Reserve Indicator Tank, Filling the
Fuel Mileage, Improving Fuel Station Procedures Fuses, Checking the
. 136
. 136
. 134
. 134
. 81
. 49
. 100
. 101
. 45
. 100
. 42
. 101
. 104
. 101
. 170
Gasoline
......................................... ............... ...........................................
Fuel Reserve Indicator Gauge
. 100
. 42
. 45
Gauges
Octane Requirement Tank, Filling the
. 100
. 101
. 44
Engine Coolant Temperature . 45
. 45
Fuel
Speedometer
. 44
. 44
Tachometer
................ ........................ ............................................. ... ............................................... ............................... .................................
Gearshift Lever Positions
6-speed Manual Transmission
.........................
. 114
Halogen Headlight Bulbs Hazard Warning Flashers Headlights
............. ..............
. 137
. 49
Daytime Running Lights High Beam Indicator Reminder Tone Replacing Halogen Bulbs Turning on
............ .................. ........................... ........ ................................... ......... ................. ................
Heating and Cooling System High-Low Beam Switch High Speed, Shifting at
. 48
. 42
. 48
. 137
. 48
. 74
. 48
. 115
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Index
Hood Latch Hood, Opening the Hydraulic Clutch
.................................... ....................... ...........................
. 135
. 102
. 136
Identification Number,
Vehicle
.......................................
. 178
Ignition Keys Switch Timing Control System
.............................................. ........................................... ............
. 51
. 53
. 186
Indicator Lights, Instrument
Panel
......................................... ..............
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake) Brake (Parking and Brake
System)
.................................... ........................ ............................. ....................................
Charging System Cruise Control Door-open DRL(Daytime Running
. 40
. 41
. 40
. 40
. 42
. 41
Lights)
......................................
. 42
EPS (Electrical Power
Steering) High Beam Key (Immobilizer System)
.................................. ................................... ........
. 41
. 42
. 42
IV
...................................... ........................ ............... ....................................... ............................................... ..................................
Low Fuel Low Oil Pressure Maintenance Required Seat Belt SRS Trunk-open Turn Signal and Hazard
. 42
. 40
. 43
. 40
. 41
. 41
Warning
................................... ................... ................................... ............................. ............................ ........ .................................
Inflation, Proper Tire Inside Mirror Inspection, Tire Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Brightness Interior Lights Introduction
........................................
. 42
. 146
. 66
. 147
. 39
. 49
. 68
. i
Jacking Up the Vehicle Jack, Tire Jump Starting
................ ....................................... ................................
. 156
. 155
. 162
Keys
..................................................
. 51
Label, Certification Lane Change, Signaling Lap/Shoulder Belts Lights
......................... .................
..................
. 78
. 48
. 12, 15
Bulb Replacement Indicator Turn Signal
.................... ....................................... .................................. ..................................... ............................... ......
Load Limit Loading Cargo LOCK (Ignition Key Position) Locks
. 137
. 40
. 48
. 108
. 107
. 53
Anti-theft Steering Column Fuel Fill Door Power Door Trunk
....... ............................ ................................. ........................................... ........................ ... .........................
. 53
. 101
. 54
. 54
Low Coolant Level
. 103
Lower Gear, Downshifting to a . 114
Low Fuel Indicator
. 42
. 40, 166
Low Oil Pressure Indicator
...
. 180
Lubricant Specifications Chart
Luggage,
. 107
... ...............
storing(cargo)
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Index
Maintenance
..................................
. 119
Owner’s Maintenance
Checks
Record Schedule
................................... ........................................ ....................................
. 122
. 125
. 121
Maintenance Required Indicator . 43
..
Malfunction Indicator Lamp . 41, 167
. 114
Manual Transmission
Manual Transmission Fluid
. 134
. 44
Meters, Gauges
. 66
Mirrors, Adjusting
Modifying Your Vehicle
. 106
................... ........ ............................... .......................... ...............
New Vehicle Break-in Normal Shift Speeds NOTICE, Explanation of Numbers, Identification
.................. .....................
.................. ...............
. 100
. 115
. ii
. 178
Octane Requirement, Gasoline . 100
. 44
Odometer
... .........................................
Odometer, Trip Oil
...............................
. 44
........................ Change, How to ...................... Change, When to ...................... Checking Engine .............. Pressure Indicator Selecting Proper Viscosity
. 130
. 121
. 103
. 40, 166
Chart
ON (Ignition Key Position) Opening the Trunk Outside Mirrors Overheating, Engine
...................................... ........... ......................... .............................. ....................
. 130
. 53
. 54
. 66
. 163
Panel Brightness Control Parking Brake Parking Lights PGM-FI System Power
.............. ................................. ................................. .............................
. 49
. 67
. 48
. 186
Door Locks Engine, Specifications Mirrors Windows
.................................. .............. ......................................... ...................................... .......................... ..................
Power Door Locks Power Socket Location
. 54
. 180
. 66
. 59
. 54
. 70
Power Windows Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts Protecting Adults and Teens
. 59
. 14
. 10
Additional Safety Precautions . 15
. 14
Advice for Pregnant Women
. 22
. 22
. 30
. 26
.............................. ......... ......... ... ..... ........................ ..................... ....... .........
General Guidelines Protecting Larger Children Protecting Small Children
Protecting Children
...................
................... .......................
. 163
Radiator Overheating
. 78
Radio Sound System
Readiness Codes
. 167, 188
Rear Lights, Bulb Replacement . 141
. 66
Rear View Mirror
. 58
Reclining the Seat-backs
Recommended Shift Speeds
. 115
Recovery Vehicle, Emergency
.. ............................ ................ .......
Towing
Reminder Lights Remote Transmitter
....................................... ............................. .......................
. 176
. 40
. 56
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Index
Replacement Information
Engine Oil and Filter Fuses Light Bulbs Schedule Tires Wiper Blades
................ .......................................... ................................ .................................... ........................................... .............................
. 130
. 170
. 137
. 121
. 148
. 144
Replacing Seat Belts After a
Crash
Restraint, Child Rotation, Tire
............................................ ............................... ................................
. 17
. 22
. 148
........................................
Safety Belts Safety Defects, Reporting Safety Labels, Location of Safety Messages Satellite Radio Seat Belts
............ ............. ............................... .................................. ........................................... ............... ..... ..................................... ...................... ................................ ......
Additional Information Advice for Pregnant Women Cleaning Lap/Shoulder Belt Maintenance Reminder Light and Beeper
. 8
. 194
. 35
. ii
. 88
. 8
. 15
. 14
. 143
. 16
. 17
. 40
VI
System Components Use During Pregnancy
................... ............... ........................ ............................... ........................... ............................. .........
Seats, Adjusting the Serial Number Service Intervals Service Manual Service Station Procedures Shifting
. 15
. 14
. 58
. 178
. 121
. 195
. 101
The 6-speed Manual
Transmission
.........................
. 114
Side Turn Signal, Bulb
Replacement in
Signaling Turns 6-speed Manual Transmission
......................... ...............................
. 140
. 48
Checking Fluid Level Shifting the
............... ................................ ..................................... ..................................
. 134
. 114
. 149
. 78
Snow Tires Sound System Spare Tire Inflating Specifications
. 154
. 181
. 180
. 95
. 44
. 18
Additional Safety Precautions . 21
...................................... ............................ .................... .................................. ................................... .......... ...
Specifications Charts Speed Control Speedometer SRS, Additional Information
Airbag Components Airbag Service How the SRS Indicator
.................... .............................
Works
How Your Airbags Work
....................................... ...........
. 18
. 21
. 20
. 18
. 20, 41
. 113
. 162
. 188
. 163
.................. ....................... ................ .............. ........
SRS Indicator Light Starting the Engine
With a Dead Battery State Emissions Testing Steam Coming from Engine Steering Wheel
Anti-theft Column Lock
............. Stereo Sound System ..................... Storing Your Vehicle .................... Stuck Vehicle ................................ Supplemental Restraint System
. 53
. 78
. 152
. 174
......................................
Servicing SRS Indicator Tensioners, Seat Belts
.........................
. 21
. 20, 41
. 16
...............
. 44
.....................................
Tachometer
Taillights, Changing Bulbs in
......
. 141
Taking Care of the Unexpected . 153
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Technical Descriptions
DOT Tire Quality Grading Emissions Control Systems Three Way Catalytic
...... .....
. 182
. 185
Converter
. 187
...............................
. 45
Temperature Gauge
.......................
Tensioners, Seat Belts
. 16
...................
..
Three Way Catalytic Converter . 187
. 150
Tire Chains
....................................
. 155
Tire, How to Change a Flat
.........
.................................
Tire Labeling
. 184
. 145
...............................................
Tires
. 146
..............................
. 148
...................................
. 147
.........................
.................
. 154
. 182
......
. 146
......................................
. 147
..................................
...................................
. 148
. 148
......................................
. 149
...........................................
. 181
............................
...................
. 155
Air Pressure Balancing Checking Wear Compact Spare Tire DOT Tire Quality Grading Inflation Inspection Replacing Rotating Snow Specifications
Tools, Tire Changing Towing
A Trailer, Do Not
......................
. 118
Emergency Wrecker Trailer, Do Not Tow a Transmission
................ ..................
. 176
. 118
Manual Transmission
Checking Fluid Level, 6-speed .......... ........................... ..............
Fluid Selection Identification Number Shifting the 6-speed Manual
. 134
. 134
. 178
Transmission
Treadwear Trip Meter Trunk
......................... ..................................... ....................................... ................................................ ........ ................................. ................... ....................................
Emergency Trunk Opener Opening the Open Monitor Light
Turn Signals
. 114
. 182
. 44
. 54
. 55
. 54
. 41
. 48
Unexpected, Taking Care
of the
Uniform Tire Quality Grading Unleaded Gasoline Used Oil, How to Dispose of
.......................................... .... ........................ .......
. 153
. 182
. 100
. 132
Index
Vehicle Dimensions Vehicle Identification Number Vehicle Storage VIN Viscosity, Oil
...................... .... ............................. ................................................. ..................................
. 180
. 178
. 152
. 178
. 130
WARNING, Explanation of Warning Labels, Location of Warranty Coverages Washer, Windshield
............. ......... ....................
. ii
. 35
. 193
Wheels
Alignment and Balance Wrench
Checking the Fluid Level Operation
. 134
........
. 47
.....................................
. 149
...........................................
. 148
............
. 155
......................................
Windows, Operating the Power
....
. 59
Windshield
Defroster
Washers
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Index
Wipers, Windshield Changing Blades Operation Worn Tires Wrecker, Emergency Towing
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XM Satellite Radio
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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
129
).
detergent oil (see page
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
134
).
Capacity:
1.7 US qt (1.6 )
Tire Pressure (measured cold): Front:
32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm )
Rear:
32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm )
SpareTirePressure: Front:
60psi(420kPa ,4.2kgf/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
136
).
Main Menust2004 S2000 Online Reference Owner's Manual Use these links (and links throughout this manual) to navigate through this reference. For a printed owner's manual, click on authorized manuals or go to www.helminc.com.
Contents
Owner's Identification Form
Introduction ......................................................................................................................................... i
A Few Words About Safety.................................................................................................................ii
Your Vehicle at a Glance.....................................................................................................................2
Driver and Passenger Safety ..............................................................................................................5
Proper use and care of your vehicle's seat belts, and Supplemental Restraint System.
Instruments and Controls.................................................................................................................37
Instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to use dashboard and steering column controls.
Comfort and Convenience Features ................................................................................................73
How to operate the climate control system, the audio system, and other convenience features.
Before Driving....................................................................................................................................99
What gasoline to use, how to break-in your new vehicle, and how to load luggage and other cargo.
Driving ..............................................................................................................................................111
The proper way to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, plus towing a trailer.
Maintenance.....................................................................................................................................119
The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you need to take your vehicle to the dealer.
Taking Care of the Unexpected......................................................................................................153
This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and how to handle them.
Technical Information.....................................................................................................................177
ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information.
Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada)................................................................191
A summary of the warranties covering your new Acura, and how to contact us.
Authorized Manuals (U.S. only)......................................................................................................195
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.
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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.
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Congratulations on your selection of the 2004 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 vehicle 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 vehicle according to the schedules given in this manual helps to keep your driving trouble-free while it preserves your investment. When your vehicle 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
NOTICE:
As you read this manual, you will find information that is preceded by symbol. This information is intended to help you avoid damage to your Honda, other property, or the environment.
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A Few Words About Safety
Your safety, and the safety of others, is very important. And operating this vehicle 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 vehicle. You must use your own good judgement.
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You will find this important safety information in a variety of forms, including:
Safety Labels − Safety Messages