2004 Honda S2000 Owners Manual

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Low Fuel Indicator . 42 . 40, 166 Low Oil Pressure Indicator ... . 180 Lubricant Specifications Chart Luggage, . 107 ... ............... storing(cargo) Main Menust０３／０８／１９　１０：５３：０４　３１Ｓ２Ａ６４０　０２０４ 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 CONTINUED Main Menust０３／０８／１９　１０：５３：１０　３１Ｓ２Ａ６４０　０２０５ 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 Main Menust０３／０８／１９　１０：５３：１７　３１Ｓ２Ａ６４０　０２０６ 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 ..................................... ....................................... . 77 . 47 CONTINUED VII Main Menust０３／０８／１９　１０：５３：２１　３１Ｓ２Ａ６４０　０２０７ Index Wipers, Windshield Changing Blades Operation Worn Tires Wrecker, Emergency Towing ....................... ..................................... .................................... ..... . 144 . 47 . 148 . 176 XM Satellite Radio .......................... . 88 VIII Main Menust０３／０８／１９　１０：５３：２４　３１Ｓ２Ａ６４０　０２０８ IX Main Menust０３／０８／１９　１０：５３：４０　３１Ｓ２Ａ６４０　０２０９ 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. ０３／０８／１９　１０：１８：３７　３１Ｓ２Ａ６４０　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 Menust０３／０８／１９　１０：１８：４４　３１Ｓ２Ａ６４０　０００２ 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. Main Menust０３／０８／１９　１０：１８：５６　３１Ｓ２Ａ６４０　０００３ 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. ii You will find this important safety information in a variety of forms, including: Safety Labels − Safety Messages on the vehicle. − 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 vehicle correctly and safely. This entire book is filled with important safety information carefully. − please read it Main Menust０３／０８／１９　１０：１９：２０　３１Ｓ２Ａ６４０　０００５ Your Vehicle at a Glance HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNAL SWITCH (P.48) WINDSHIELD WIPER CONTROLS (P.47) REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON (P.50) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.102) DOOR LOCK SWITCH (P.54) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.59) MIRROR CONTROLS (P.66) HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING (P.74) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.78) ROOF SWITCH (P.62) HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P.49) Main Menust０３／０８／１９　１０：１９：２６　３１Ｓ２Ａ６４０　０００６ REMOTE AUDIO CONTROLS (P.93) INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS (P.49) REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON (P.50) Your Vehicle at a Glance ENGINE START BUTTON (P.113) HEADLIGHTS/ TURN SIGNALS (P.48) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.102) CRUISE CONTROL MASTER SWITCH (P.95) HORN WINDSHIELD WIPERS/ WASHERS (P.47) Main Menust０３／０８／１９　１０：１９：２９　３１Ｓ２Ａ６４０　０００７ Main Menust０３／０８／１９　１０：１９：３４　３１Ｓ２Ａ６４０　０００８ Driver and Passenger Safety This section gives you important information about how to protect yourself and your passengers. It shows you how to use seat belts. It explains how your airbags work, and it tells you how to properly restrain children in your vehicle. Seat Belts Airbags Important Safety Precautions Your Vehicle’s Safety Features ......... ....... ....................................... ........................................... ......... ..... ...................... ............ 1. Close and Lock the Doors 2. Adjust the Seats 3. Adjust the Seat-Backs 4. Fasten and Position the Protecting Adults and Teens . 6 . 7 . 8 . 9 . 10 . 10 . 10 . 11 Seat Belts ............................. . 12 5. Maintain a Proper Sitting Position . 13 Advice for Pregnant Women . 14 Additional Safety Precautions . 15 ................................ ..... ... Additional Information About Your ................................. . 15 .. Seat Belt System Components . 15 Lap/Shoulder Belt ...................... . 16 Automatic Seat Belt Seat Belts Tensioners Seat Belt Maintenance ............................... ............... Additional Information About Your ..................................... .................... ........... Airbag Components How Your Airbags Work Airbags . 16 . 17 . 18 . 18 . 18 How the SRS Indicator Works . 20 Airbag Service . 21 Additional Safety Precautions . 21 ....................................... ............................. ... Protecting Children − General Guidelines All Children Must Be .................................... . 22 Restrained ............................... . 22 Your Vehicle is Not Recommended for Child Passengers .......................... . 23 The Passenger’s Airbag Can Pose Serious Risks Protecting Small Children Selecting Child Seats Installing Child Seats Protecting Larger Children . 23 Additional Safety Precautions . 25 . 26 . 27 . 27 . 30 . 30 Checking Seat Belt Fit . 31 Using a Booster Seat Additional Safety Precautions . 33 . 34 . 35 ................. ... ............. ...................... ...................... ........... ............... .................. ... ............. ................................... Carbon Monoxide Hazard Safety Labels Driver and Passenger Safety Main Menust０３／０８／１９　１０：１９：４６　３１Ｓ２Ａ６４０　０００９ Important Safety Precautions You’ll find many safety recommendations throughout this section, and throughout this manual. Therecommendationsonthispage 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 vehicle is equipped with airbags, make sure you and your passenger always wear your seat belts, and wear them properly. (See page 12 ). Your Vehicle is Not Recommended for Child Passengers Since all children are safest in the back seat of a vehicle, and your vehicle does not have a back seat, we recommend that you do not carry a Driver and Passenger Safety Duetothe child passenger. passenger’sairbaghazard,you shouldnevercarryaninfantina rear-facingchildseatinthisvehicle. If a small child who must be restrained in a forward-facing child seat, or a larger child, must ride in this vehicle, be sure to follow all instructions and safety warnings in this manual (see pages ). and 26 30 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. 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 injuries can also occur at lower speeds. Never drive faster than is safe for current conditions, regardless of the maximum speed posted. Keep Your Vehicle 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 121 ). Main MenustTable of Contents０３／０８／１９　１０：１９：５５　３１Ｓ２Ａ６４０　００１０ (1) (9) (3) (4) (7) (6) (8) (2) (5) (1) Safety Cage (2) Crush Zones (3) Seats and Seat-Backs (4) Head Restraints (5) Collapsible Steering Column (6) Seat Belts (7) Seat Belt Tensioners (8) Airbags (9) Door Locks (2) Your Vehicle’s Safety Features Your vehicle is equipped with many features that work together to protect you and your passengers 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, a collapsible steering column, and seat belt tensioners that tighten the seat belts in the event of a crash. However, you and your passenger can’t take full advantage of these safety features unless you remain sitting in a proper position and always wear your seat belts properly. In fact, some safety features can contribute to injuries if they are not used properly. The following pages explain how you can take an active role in protecting yourself and your passenger. Driver and Passenger Safety Main MenustTable of Contents０３／０８／１９　１０：２０：１１　３１Ｓ２Ａ６４０　００１１ Your Vehicle’s Safety Features Seat Belts Your vehicle is equipped with seat belts in both seating positions. In addition, most states and all Canadian provinces require you to wear seat belts. Help keep you from being thrown against the inside of the vehicle and against another occupant. Your seat belt system also includes an indicator 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 vehicle has airbags. Not wearing a seat belt properly increases the chance of serious injury or death in a crash, even though your vehicle has 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 frontal, side, rear impacts, and rollovers. 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. WhatYouShouldDo: Always wear your seat belt, and make sure you wear it properly. Driver and Passenger Safety Main MenustTable of Contents０３／０８／１９　１０：２０：２１　３１Ｓ２Ａ６４０　００１２ Your Vehicle’s Safety Features The most important things you need to know about your airbags are: Airbagsdonotreplaceseatbelts. They are designed to supplement the seat belts. Airbagsoffernoprotectioninside impacts,rearimpacts,rollovers, orminorcollisions. To do Airbagscanposehazards. their job, airbags must inflate with tremendous force. So while airbags help save lives, they can cause minor injuries or more serious or even fatal injuries if occupants are not properly restrained or sitting properly. Always wear Whatyoushoulddo: your seat belt properly, and sit upright and as far back from the steering wheel while allowing full control of the vehicle. A passenger should move the seat as far back from the dashboard as possible. Airbags Your vehicle has a Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) with frontal airbags to help protect the heads and chests of the driver and a passenger during a moderate to severe frontal collision (see page 18 for more information on how your airbags work). Driver and Passenger Safety Main MenustTable of Contents０３／０８／１９　１０：２０：３３　３１Ｓ２Ａ６４０　００１３ Protecting Adults and Teens 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 injures or deaths that can occur in severe crashes, even where seat belts are properly worn and the airbags deploy. The following pages provide instructions on how to properly protect the driver, adult passengers and teenage children who are large enough and mature enough to ride in your Honda. 22 for important guidelines See page on how to properly protect small children and larger children who ride in your vehicle. 10 Driver and Passenger Safety Close and Lock the Doors 1. After everyone has entered the vehicle, be sure the doors are closed and locked. Locking the doors reduces the chance of someone being thrown out of the vehicle during a crash, and it helps prevent a passenger from accidentally opening a door and falling out. Locking the doors also helps prevent an outsider from unexpectedly opening a door when you come to a stop. See page doors. 54 for how to lock the 2. Adjust the Seats Adjust driver’s seat as far to the rear as possible while allowing you to maintain control of the vehicle. Have a passenger adjust his or her seat as far to the rear as possible. If you sit too close to the steering wheel or dashboard, you can be seriously injured by an inflating airbag, or by striking the steering wheel or dashboard. Main MenustTable of Contents０３／０８／１９　１０：２０：４６　３１Ｓ２Ａ６４０　００１４ The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Transport Canada recommend that drivers allow at least 10 inches (25 cm) between the center of the steering wheel and the chest. If you cannot get far enough away from the steering wheel and still reach the controls, 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 it is locked into position. See page for how to adjust the seats. 58 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 while allowing full control of the vehicle. 3. Adjust the Seat-Backs Protecting Adults and Teens 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. See page for how to adjust seat- backs. 58 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. A passenger should also adjust the seat-back to an comfortable, upright position. 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. Driver and Passenger Safety 11 Main MenustTable of Contents０３／０８／１９　１０：２０：５５　３１Ｓ２Ａ６４０　００１５ Protecting Adults and Teens 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. 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, then check that the belt rests across the center of your chest and over your shoulder. This spreads the forces of a crash over the strongest bones in your upper body. 12 Driver and Passenger Safety Neverplacetheshoulderportionofa lap/shoulderbeltunderyourarmor behindyourback. very serious injuries in a crash. This could cause Improperly positioning the seat belts can cause serious injury or death in a crash. Make sure all seat belts are properly positioned before driving. Main MenustTable of Contents０３／０８／１９　１０：２１：０５　３１Ｓ２Ａ６４０　００１６ If a seat belt does not seem to work as it should, it may not protect the occupant in a crash. Nooneshouldsitinaseatwithan Using a seat inoperativeseatbelt. belt that is not working properly can result in serious injury or death. Have your Honda dealer check the belt as soon as possible. 15 for additional See page information about your seat belts and how to take care of them. 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 vehicle 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 in a crash by striking interior parts of the vehicle, or being struck by an inflating front airbag. Protecting Adults and Teens Sitting improperly or out of position can result in serious injury or death. Always sit upright, well back in the seat, with your feet on the floor. Driver and Passenger Safety 13 Main MenustTable of Contents０３／０８／１９　１０：２１：１３　３１Ｓ２Ａ６４０　００１７ Protecting Adults and Teens Advice for Pregnant Women Each time you have a check-up, ask your doctor if it’s okay for you to drive. If you are pregnant, the best way to protect yourself and your unborn child when driving or riding in a vehicle is to always wear a seat belt, and keep the lap part of the belt as low as possible across the hips. When driving, remember to sit upright and adjust the seat as far back as possible while allowing full control of the vehicle. When riding as a passenger, adjust the seat as far back as possible. This will reduce the risk of injuries to both you and your unborn child that can be caused by a crash or an inflating airbag. 14 Driver and Passenger Safety Main MenustTable of Contents０３／０８／１９　１０：２１：２４　３１Ｓ２Ａ６４０　００１８ Protecting Adults and Teens, Additional Information About Your Seat Belts 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 reduce the protective capability of the 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. Keepyourhandsandarmsaway If your fromtheairbagcovers. hands or arms are close to an airbag cover, they could be injured if the airbags inflate. Donotattachorplaceobjectson Objects on the theairbagcovers. covers marked SRS AIRBAG could interfere with the proper operation of the airbags or be propelled inside the vehicle and hurt someone if the airbags inflate. Seat Belt System Components Your seat belt system includes lap/ shoulder belts in both seating positions. The seat belts are also equipped with automatic seat belt tensioners. The seat belt system includes an indicator on the instrument panel to remind you and your passenger to fasten your belts. If you turn the ignition switch to ON (II) before fastening your seat belt, the beeper sounds and the indicator flashes. If you do not fasten your seat belt before the beeper stops, the indicator stops flashing but remains on. If you continue driving without fastening your seat belt, the beeper sounds and the indicator flashes again at regular intervals. Driver and Passenger Safety 15 Main MenustTable of Contents０３／０８／１９　１０：２１：３６　３１Ｓ２Ａ６４０　００１９ Additional Information About Your Seat Belts body. Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners The passenger’s seat belt has an additional locking mechanism that must be activated to secure a child seat (see page ). 28 If the shoulder part of the belt is pulled all the way out, the locking mechanism will activate. The belt will retract, but it will not allow the passenger to move freely. To deactivate the locking mechanism, unlatch the buckle, and let the seat belt fully retract. To refasten the belt, pull it out only as far as needed. For added protection, the seat belts are equipped with automatic seat belt tensioners. When activated, the tensioners immediately tighten the belts to help hold the driver and the passenger in place. Lap/Shoulder Belt The lap and shoulder belt goes over your shoulder, across your chest, and across your hips. To fasten the belt, insert the latch plate into the buckle, then tug on the belt to make sure the buckle is latched (see page for how to properly position the belt). 12 To unlock the belt, push the red PRESSbuttononthebuckle.Guide the belt across your body so that it retracts completely. After exiting the vehicle, be sure the belt is out of the way and will not get closed in the door. Both seat belts have an emergency retractor. In normal driving, the retractor lets you move freely in your seat while it keeps some tension on the belt. During a collision or sudden stop, the retractor automatically locks the belt to help restrain your 16 Driver and Passenger Safety Main MenustTable of Contents０３／０８／１９　１０：２１：４７　３１Ｓ２Ａ６４０　００２０ Additional Information About Your Seat Belts The tensioners are designed to activate primarily in frontal collisions, andtheyshouldactivateinany collision severe enough to cause airbag inflation. However, the tensioners can be activated during a collision in which the airbags do not deploy. In this case, the airbags would not be needed, but the additional restraint could be helpful. Seat Belt Maintenance For safety, you should check the condition of your seat belts regularly. Pull each belt out fully and look for frays, cuts, burns, and wear. Check that the latches work smoothly and the belts retract easily. Any belt that is not in good condition or not working properly will not provide good protection and should be replaced as soon as possible. When the tensioners are activated, the seat belts will remain tight until they are unbuckled in the normal manner. Acura provides a lifetime warranty on seat belts for U.S. models. See your AcuraWarrantyInformation booklet for details. If a seat belt is worn during a crash, it must be replaced by the dealer. A belt that has been worn during a crash may not provide the same level of protection in a subsequent crash. The dealer should also inspect the anchors for damage and replace them if needed. If the automatic seat belt tensioners activate during a crash, they must be replaced. For information on how to clean your seat belts, see page 143 Not checking or maintaining seat belts can result in serious injury or death if the seat belts do not work properly when needed. Check your seat belts regularly and have any problem corrected as soon as possible. Driver and Passenger Safety 17 Main MenustTable of Contents０３／０８／１９　１０：２１：５９　３１Ｓ２Ａ６４０　００２１ Additional Information About Your Airbags Airbag System Components Your airbag system includes: Two SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) airbags. The driver’s airbag is stored in the center of the steering wheel; the passenger’s airbag is stored in the dashboard. Both are marked ‘‘SRS AIRBAG.’’ An indicator on the instrument panel that alerts you to a possible problem with your airbags (see page 20 ). Emergency backup power in case your vehicle’s electrical system is disconnected in a crash. Automatic seat belt tensioners (see page 16 ). Sensors that can detect a moderate to severe frontal collision. A sophisticated electronic system that continually monitors information about the sensors, the control unit, and the airbag activators when the ignition is in the ON (II) position. 18 Driver and Passenger Safety How Your Airbags Work If you ever have a moderate to severe frontal collision, sensors will detect the vehicle’s rapid deceleration. If the rate of deceleration is high enough, the control unit will instantly inflate the drivers and passenger’s airbags. Main MenustTable of Contents０３／０８／１９　１０：２２：０７　３１Ｓ２Ａ６４０　００２２ During a frontal crash, your seat belt restrains your lower body and torso, and the airbag helps protect your head and chest. Although both airbags normally inflate within split second of each other, it is possible for only one airbag to deploy. This can happen if the severity of a collision is at the margin, or threshold, that determines whether or not the airbags will deploy. In such cases, the seat belt will provide sufficient protection, and the supplemental protection offered by the airbag would be minimal. Additional Information About Your Airbags After a crash, you may see what looks like smoke. This is actually powder from the airbag’s surface. Although the powder is not harmful, people with respiratory problems may experience some temporary discomfort. If this occurs, get out of the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so. After inflating, the airbags will immediately deflate, so they won’t interfere with the driver’s visibility, or the ability to steer or operate other controls. The total time for inflation and deflation is one-tenth of a second, so fast that most occupants are not aware that the airbags deployed until they see them lying in their laps. Driver and Passenger Safety 19 Main MenustTable of Contents０３／０８／１９　１０：２２：１７　３１Ｓ２Ａ６４０　００２３ Additional Information About Your Airbags If the indicator comes on or flashes on and off while you drive. If you see any of these indications, your airbags and seat belt tensioners may not work properly when you need them. Ignoring the SRS indicator can result in serious injury or death if the airbags or tensioners do not work properly. Have your vehicle checked by a dealer as soon as possible if the SRS indicator alerts you to a possible problem. How the SRS Indicator Works The SRS indicator alerts you to a potential problem with your airbags or seat belt tensioners (see page 16 ). When you turn the ignition to ON (II), this indicator will come on briefly then go out. This tells you the system is working properly. If the indicator comes on at any other time, or does not come on at all, you should have the system checked by your dealer. For example: If the SRS indicator does not come on after you turn the ignition to ON (II). If the indicator stays on after the engine starts. 20 Driver and Passenger Safety Main MenustTable of Contents０３／０８／１９　１０：２２：２６　３１Ｓ２Ａ６４０　００２４ Additional Information About Your Airbags Airbag Service Your airbag systems are virtually maintenance-free, and there are no parts you can safely service. However, you must have your vehicle serviced if: The Yourairbagseverinflate. airbags, seat belt tensioners, and control unit must be replaced. Do not try to remove or replace the airbags yourself. This must be done by a Honda dealer or a knowledgeable body shop. TheSRSindicatoralertsyoutoa Take your vehicle to an problem. authorized Honda dealer as soon as possible. If you ignore this indication, your airbags may not operate properly. Additional Safety Precautions Donotattempttodeactivateyour airbags. seat belts provide the best protection. Together, airbags and Donottamperwithairbag componentsorwiringforany Tampering could cause reason. the airbags to deploy, possibly causing very serious injury. Driver and Passenger Safety 21 Main MenustTable of Contents０３／０８／１９　１０：２２：３８　３１Ｓ２Ａ６４０　００２５ Protecting Children General Guidelines − 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 and use a booster if necessary. If you ever need to drive with a child in your vehicle, be sure to read this section. It begins with important general guidelines, then presents special information for small children and larger children. Children depend on adults to protect them. However, despite their best intentions many adults do not know how to properly protect child passengers. 22 Driver and Passenger Safety 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 properly restrained when they ride in a vehicle. Asmallchildmustberestrainedin anapprovedchildseatthatis properlysecuredtothevehicle pages (see 27 29 ). − Alargerchildmustberestrained withaboosteruntiltheseatbeltfits himherproperly 33 (see pages 30 − ). Main MenustTable of Contents０３／０８／１９　１０：２２：４９　３１Ｓ２Ａ６４０　００２６ Protecting Children General Guidelines − Your Vehicle is Not Recommended for Child passengers The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Transport Canada recommend that all children age 12 and under be properly restrained in a back seat. The Passenger’s Airbag Can Pose Serious Risks 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 can inflate with enough force to cause very serious injuries. Since this vehicle does not have a back seat, we strongly recommend that you do not carry any child who is not large enough or mature enough to ride in front (see page 32 ). Infants Neverputarear-facingchildseatin If the passenger’s airbag thisvehicle. inflates, it can hit the back of the child seat with enough force to kill or very seriously injure an infant. If the vehicle seat is too Small Children Placingaforward-facingchildseatin thepassenger’sseatcanbe hazardous. far forward, or the child’s head is thrown forward during a collision, an inflating passenger’s airbag can strike the child with enough force to kill or very seriously injure them. Larger Children Childrenwhohaveoutgrownchild seatsarealsoatriskofbeinginjured orkilledbyaninflatingpassenger’s If a larger child must ride in airbag. this vehicle, see page important guidelines on how to decide when a child is ready to ride in front and how to properly protect the child. for 32 Driver and Passenger Safety 23 Main MenustTable of Contents０３／０８／１９　１０：２３：０５　３１Ｓ２Ａ６４０　００２７ Protecting Children General Guidelines − U.S.Models To remind you of the passenger’s airbag hazards, your vehicle 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 vehicle has warning labels on the driver’s and passenger’s visors. Please read and follow the instructions on these labels.

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