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. 184
. 35
. 107
. ii . 90
. 90
. 92
. 91
. 88
. 182
. 153
. 159


How to When to


........................................ ......................................


Charging System Indicator Checklist, Before Driving


...


............


. 132
. 125
. 40, 170
. 113


CONTINUED


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Index


Child Safety


Booster Seats Child Seats Important Safety Reminders Larger Children Risk with Airbags Small Children


..................................... . 23
.............................. . 32
................................... . 28
..... . 26
.......................... . 31
....................... . 24
............................. . 27
....................................... . 28
....................... . 145
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................................... . 139
........................ . 189
............ . 114
...................... . 158
............... . 194
............. . 37
.............................. . 61
............... Convertible Top Cover . 63
.. Lowering the Convertible Top . 61
. 65
Maintenance ................................ ..... Raising the Convertible Top . 64


Child Seats Cleaning Seat Belts Clock Clutch Fluid CO in the Exhaust Cold Weather, Starting in Compact Spare Tire Consumer Information Controls, Instruments and Convertible Top



Coolant


Adding Checking Proper Solution Temperature Gauge


........................................ .................................... ......................... ...................


. 134
. 104
. 134
. 45


Crankcase Emission Control


System


Cruise Control Indicator Cruise Control Operation Cup Holder Customer Service Office


........................................ ................ .............. ...................................... .............


. 189
. 41
. 95
. 69
. 194


................


. ii . 3, 38
. 48


DANGER, Explanation of Dashboard Daytime Running Lights Daytime Running Lights


...................................


................


Indicator


....................................... ................................. ............ ................ ................ .......................... .................................... ...............


Dead Battery Defects, Reporting Safety Defogger, Rear Window Defrosting the Windows Differential Fluid Dimensions Dimming the Headlights Dipstick


Engine Oil


Directional Signals Disc Brake Wear Indicators Disposal of Used Oil


.................................. .......................... ........ .....................


. 42
. 166
. 196
. 50
. 77
. 138
. 184
. 48


. 103
. 48
. 118
. 134


Do Not Tow a Trailer Doors


...................


. 119


Locking and Unlocking Monitor Indicator Power Door Locks


.............. ....................... ...................... ..........


. 54
. 41
. 54
. 186


DOT Tire Quality Grading Downshifting, Manual


Transmission


.............................


Driver and Passenger Safety Driving


........................................... .................................... ........................


Driving Guidelines


Economy


. 115
. 5
. 111
. 104
. 112


...........


Economy, Fuel Emergencies


. 104
. 157
Battery, Jump Starting . 166
Brake System Indicator . 172
Changing a Flat Tire . 159
Charging System Indicator . 170
Checking the Fuses . 174
Closing the Convertible Top . 173
. 49
Hazard Warning Flashers . 166
Jump Starting Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 170


.............................. .................................. ............. ........... ................ ..... .................. ... ......... ............................ .....


II


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Index


Malfunction Indicator Lamp . 171
. 167
Overheated Engine . 179
Towing . 67
. 49
. 179
. 55
. 189
. 192


... .................. ....................................... ........................... ...................... ...................... ............ ....................... .............


Emergency Brake Emergency Flashers Emergency Towing Emergency Trunk Opener Emissions Controls Emissions Testing, State Engine


Adding Engine Coolant Coolant Temperature Gauge If It Won’t Start Malfunction Indicator


. 134
............ .... . 45
......................... . 164


Lamp


Oil Pressure Indicator Oil, What Kind to Use Overheating Specifications Speed Limiter Start Button Starting


. 41, 171
. 40, 170
. 131
. 167
. 184
. 116
. 114
. 114
Ethanol in Gasoline . 100
Evaporative Emission Controls . 189
Exhaust Fumes . 35


................................ ........ .............. ............................... ............................ ............................ ............................... ....................................... ...................... ... ...............................


Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat


Belts by


........................................


. 14


Fan, Interior Features Filling the Fuel Tank Filters


..................................... ........................................... ....................


Dust and Pollen Oil


......................... ............................................... ............. ...................


Flashers, Hazard Warning Flat Tire, Changing a Fluids


. 75
. 73
. 101


. 146
. 132
. 49
. 159


FM Stereo Radio Reception Four-way Flashers Fuel


Brake Clutch Manual Transmission Windshield Washer


.......................................... ......................................... .............. .................. .......... .......................... ................................................. ...................... ........................................... ..................... ................ ...............................


Fill Door and Cap Gauge Low Fuel Indicator Octane Requirement Oxygenated


. 139
. 139
. 137
. 136
. 81
. 49
. 100
. 101
. 45
. 42
. 100
. 100


Tank, Refueling


Fuel Economy Fuel Station Procedures Fuses, Checking the


........................ ............................... .............. .....................


. 101
. 104
. 101
. 174


Gas Mileage, Improving Gasohol Gasoline Gauge Low Fuel Indicator Octane Requirement Tank, Refueling


. 104
. 100
. 100
. 45
. 42
. 100
. 101
. 44
Engine Coolant Temperature . 45
Fuel . 45


............... .......................................... ......................................... ........................................... ..................... ................ ........................ ............................................. ... ...............................................


Gauges


Gearshift Lever Positions Manual Transmission


Gross Vehicle Weight Rating .............................


(GVWR)


..............


. 116


. 108, 184


CONTINUED


III


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Index


. 140
. 49


............. ..............


Halogen Headlight Bulbs Hazard Warning Flashers Headlights Aiming Daytime Running Lights High Beam Indicator Reminder Tone Replacing Halogen Bulbs Turning on


........................................ ............ .................. ........................... ........ ................................... ......... ............................ ....................... .................................................. ...........................


Heating and Cooling System High Beam Lever Hood, Opening the Horn Hydraulic Clutch


. 140
. 48
. 42
. 48
. 140
. 48
. 74
. 48
. 102
. 46
. 139


Identification Number,


Vehicle


.......................................


. 182


Ignition Keys Switch Timing Control System


.............................................. ........................................... ............ ........................


Immobilizer System


. 51
. 53
. 190
. 52


IV


Important Safety Precautions Indicators


.........


. 6


. 41


..............


System)


ABS (Anti-Lock Brake) Brake (Parking and Brake ............................ ................


Charging System Cruise Control Door-open DRL(Daytime Running


............................. ....................................


. 40, 172
. 40, 170
. 41
. 41


Lights)


......................................


. 42


EPS (Electrical Power


.................................. ................................... ........ ......................................


Steering) High Beam Key (Immobilizer System) Low Fuel Low Oil Pressure Maintenance Required Malfunction Indicator


. 41
. 42
. 42
. 42
. 40, 170
. 43


................


...............


................................ ....................................... ............................................... ..................................


Lamp Seat Belt SRS Trunk-open Turn Signal and Hazard


. 41, 171
. 40
. 41
. 41


Warning


Indicators, Instrument Panel


................................... .........


. 42
. 40


Inflation, Proper Tire


Recommended Pressures


................... ........ ................................... ............................. .................... ............................ ........ ...........................................


Inside Mirror Inspection, Tire Installing a Child Seat Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Brightness Interiors Introduction


........................................


. 149
. 150
. 66
. 150
. 28
. 39
. 49
. 40
. i


Jacking Up the Vehicle Jack, Tire Jump Starting


................ ....................................... ................................


. 160
. 159
. 166


Keys


..................................................


. 51


Label, Certification Lane Change, Signaling Lap/Shoulder Belts


....................... .................


..................


. 182
. 48
. 12, 16


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Index


Lights


Bulb Replacement Indicator Turn Signal


.................... ....................................... .................................. .................................... ......


Load Limits LOCK (Ignition Key Position) Locks


. 140
. 40
. 48
. 108
. 53


Anti-theft Steering Column Fuel Fill Door Power Door Trunk


....... ............................ ................................. ........................................... ........................ .........................


Low Coolant Level Low Fuel Indicator Low Oil Pressure Indicator ... Lubricant Specifications Chart Luggage, Storing (Cargo)


. 53
. 101
. 54
. 54
. 104
. 42
. 40, 170
. 184
. 107


... ...........


Maintenance


..................................


. 121


Owner’s Maintenance


Checks


................................... ........................................ ...................... .......................................... ....................................


Record Required Indicator Safety Schedule


. 124
. 127
. 43
. 122
. 123


Malfunction Indicator Lamp . 41, 171
. 115
Manual Transmission . 137
Manual Transmission Fluid . 44
Meters, Gauges Methanol in Gasoline . 100
. 66
Mirrors, Adjusting Modifying Your Vehicle . 106


................... ........ ............................... ................... .......................... ...............


New Vehicle Break-in Normal Shift Speeds NOTICE, Explanation of Numbers, Identification


.................. .....................


................... ...............


. 100
. 116
. i . 182


Octane Requirement, Gasoline . 100
. 44
Odometer Odometer, Trip . 44
Oil


... ......................................... ...............................


Change, How to Change, When to Checking Engine Pressure Indicator


........................ ...................... ...................... ..............


. 132
. 125
. 103
. 40, 170


Selecting Proper Viscosity


Chart


...................................... ...........


. 132
. 53


ON (Ignition Key Position) Onboard Refueling Vapor


Recovery


Opening the Trunk Outside Mirrors Overheating, Engine Owner’s Maintenance Checks Oxygenated Fuels


.................................... ......................... .............................. .................... .... .........................


. 189
. 54
. 66
. 167
. 124
. 100


Indicator


Panel Brightness Control .............. Parking ........................................... Parking Brake ................................. Parking Brake and Brake System ..................................... ................................. ............................. ................................... .......................... .................. ..............................


Parking Lights PGM-FI System Pollen Filter Power Door Locks Power Socket Location Power Windows


. 49
. 117
. 67


. 172
. 48
. 190
. 146
. 54
. 68
. 59


CONTINUED


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Index


Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts Preparing to Drive Protecting Adults and Teens


. 14
. 113
. 10
Additional Safety Precautions . 15
Advice for Pregnant Women . 14
. 23
. 23
. 31
. 27


......... ........................ ......... ... ..... ........................ ..................... ....... .........


General Guidelines Protecting Larger Children Protecting Small Children


Protecting Children


...................


................... ............... ...................


. 167
Radiator Overheating . 78
Radio/CD Sound System . 94
Radio Theft Protection Readiness Codes . 171, 192
Rear Lights, Bulb Replacement . 144
Rear View Mirror . 66
. 50
Rear Window Defogger Reclining the Seat-backs . 58
Recommended Shift Speeds . 116
Recovery Vehicle, Emergency


.. ............................ ................. ................ .......


....................................... ........................................


Towing Refueling Reminder Indicators Remote Transmitter


................. .......................


. 179
. 101
. 39, 40
. 56


VI


Replacement Information Dust and Pollen Filter Engine Oil and Filter Fuses Light Bulbs Schedule Tires Wiper Blades


.............. ................ .......................................... ................................ .................................... ........................................... .............................


Replacing Seat Belts After a


. 146
. 132
. 174
. 140
. 123
. 152
. 147


Crash


............................................ ..........


Reporting Safety Defects Reserve Tank, Engine



. 17
. 196


Coolant


...............................


Restraint, Child Reverse Lockout Rotation, Tire


............................... ........................... ................................


. 104, 134
. 23
. 116
. 151



Safety Belts Safety Defects, Reporting Safety Features


.................................. .........


................................. ........................................... ....................................... ............. ...............................


Safety Labels, Location of Safety Messages


. 8, 16
. 196
. 7
. 9
. 8
. 36
. ii


Airbags Seat Belts


. 83
. 8, 16
. 16
. 14


Satellite Radio Seat Belts


..................................


.....................................


. 17
. 145
. 16
. 17


Additional Information Advice for Pregnant Women Automatic Seat Belt


............... .....


Tensioners


............................... ..................................... ...................... ................................


Cleaning Lap/Shoulder Belt Maintenance Reminder Indicator and


Beeper


................................


System Components Use During Pregnancy


................... ............... ........................ ............................... ........................... ........................... ......... ............................


Seats, Adjusting the Serial Number Service Intervals Service Manual Service Station Procedures Setting the Clock Shifting



. 16, 40
. 16
. 14
. 58
. 182
. 125
. 197
. 101
. 45


Manual Transmission


.............


. 115


Side Turn Signal, Bulb


Replacement Signaling Turns Snow Tires Sound System


............................. ............................... ..................................... ..................................


. 143
. 48
. 153
. 78


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Index


Spare Tire Inflating Specifications


Spark Plugs Specifications Speed Control Speed Limiter SRS, Additional Information


. 150
. 185
. 184
. 184
. 95
. 116
. 19
Additional Safety Precautions . 22
. 21
Airbag Service Airbag System Components . 19
How the SRS Indicator


...................................... ............................ .................................... ................................ .................................. ................................ .......... ... ............................. ......


Works


.......................................


. 21


How Your Front Airbags


Work


.........................................


SRS Indicator Start Button Starting the Engine


............................. ................................... .......................


. 19
. 21, 41
. 114
. 114


In Cold Weather at High


Altitude


.................................. ................ .............. ........


With a Dead Battery State Emissions Testing Steam Coming from Engine Steering Wheel


. 114
. 166
. 192
. 167


Anti-theft Column Lock


Stereo Sound System


............. .....................


. 53
. 78


Storing Your Vehicle .................... Stuck Vehicle ................................ Supplemental Restraint System


. 155
. 179


Servicing


..................................


SRS Indicator System Components


.........................


................... ..................................


Synthetic Oil


. 21
. 21, 41
. 19
. 132


Taillights, Changing Bulbs .......... . 144
Taking Care of the Unexpected . 157
Technical Descriptions


DOT Tire Quality Grading Emissions Control Systems Three Way Catalytic



.... .....


. 186
. 189


Converter


. 191
. 45
Temperature Gauge . 17
Tensioners, Seat Belts Theft Protection, Radio . 94
Three Way Catalytic Converter . 191
Time, Setting the . 45
. 153
Tire Chains . 159
Tire, How to Change a Flat Tire Labeling . 188


............................... ....................... ................... .................. .. ............................ .................................... ......... .................................


Tires


Air Pressure Balancing Chains Checking Wear Compact Spare Tire DOT Tire Quality Grading Inflation Inspection Replacing Rotating Snow Specifications Wear


............................................... .............................. ................................... ........................................ ......................... ................. ...... ...................................... .................................. ................................... ...................................... ........................................... ............................ ........................................... ...................


. 148
. 150
. 151
. 153
. 150
. 158
. 186
. 149
. 150
. 152
. 151
. 153
. 185
. 151
. 159


Tools, Tire Changing Towing


A Trailer, Do Not Emergency Wrecker Trailer, Do Not Tow a Transmission


...................... ................ ..................


Checking Fluid Level, Manual ......................... ........................... ..............


Transmission Fluid Selection Identification Number


. 119
. 179
. 119


. 137
. 137
. 183


CONTINUED


VII


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Index


Viscosity, Oil


..................................


. 132


XM Satellite Radio


..........................


. 83



: U.S.



WARNING, Explanation of Warning Labels, Location of Warranty Coverages Washer, Windshield


............. ......... ..................


. ii . 36
. 195


Wheels


Alignment and Balance Wrench, Nut


Checking the Fluid Level Operation


. 136
........ . 47
..................................... . 152
........................................... . 151
............ . 160
.............................. Windows, Operating the Power . 59
.... Windshield Cleaning Defroster Washers


....................................... ..................................... .......................................


. 47
. 77
. 47


Wipers, Windshield Changing Blades Operation Worn Tires Wrecker, Emergency Towing


....................... ..................................... .................................... .....


. 147
. 47
. 151
. 179


Shifting the Manual


Treadwear Trip Meter Trunk


Transmission


......................... ..................................... ....................................... ................................................ ........ ................................. ............. ....................................


Emergency Trunk Opener Opening the Open Monitor Indicator


Turn Signals


. 115
. 186
. 44
. 54
. 55
. 54
. 41
. 48


Unexpected, Taking Care


of the


Uniform Tire Quality Grading Unleaded Gasoline Used Oil, How to Dispose of


.......................................... .... ........................ .......


. 157
. 186
. 100
. 134


Vehicle Capacity Load Vehicle Dimensions Vehicle Identification Number Vehicle Storage Ventilation VIN


................. ...................... .... ............................. ........................................ .................................................


. 108
. 184
. 182
. 155
. 76
. 182


VIII


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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
detergent oil (see page ). 131


Oil change capacity (including filter):


5.1 US qt (4.8 )


Manual Transmission Fluid: Honda Manual Transmission Fluid preferred, or an SAE 10W-30
or 10W-40 motor oil as a temporary replacement (see page 137


).


Capacity:


1.7 US qt (1.6 )


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


139


).


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 )


Main Menust 2005 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................................................................................................................... 3
Main controls Driver and Passenger Safety ............................................................................................................ 5 Seat belts, SRS, and child protection. Instruments and Controls................................................................................................................ 37
Indicators, gauges, dashboard, and steering column. Features .............................................................................................................................................. 73
Heating and Cooling, audio, steering wheel and cruise control Before Driving................................................................................................................................... 99
Fuel, vehicle break-in, and cargo loading. Driving .............................................................................................................................................. 111
Engine and transmission operation. Maintenance..................................................................................................................................... 121
Schedules, fluid checking, minor services, and vehicle storage. Taking Care of the Unexpected...................................................................................................... 157
Flat tire, dead battery, overheating, fuses. Technical Information..................................................................................................................... 181
Vehicle specifications, tires, fuels, and emissions controls. Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada)................................................................ 193
Warranty and contact information. Authorized Manuals (U.S. only)...................................................................................................... 197
How to order. Index..................................................................................................................................................... I Service Information Summary Fluid capacities and tire pressures.


04/07/21 12:09:34 31S2A650 0002 


Congratulations on your selection of the 2005 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 vehicle 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 vehicle. 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 dealer’s staff is specially trained in servicing the many systems unique to your vehicle. Your dealer is dedicated to your satisfaction and will be pleased to answer any questions and concerns.


Introduction


As you read this manual, you will find information that is preceded by information is intended to help you avoid damage to your vehicle, other property, or the environment.


symbol. This


California Proposition 65 Warning


This product contains


WARNING: or emits chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.


Event Data Recorders


This vehicle is equipped with one or more recording devices commonly referred to as event data recorders or sensing and diagnostic modules.


Main Menust 04/07/21 12:09:47 31S2A650 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


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Your Vehicle at a Glance


WINDSHIELD WIPERS/ WASHERS (P.47)


PASSENGER’S FRONT AIRBAG (P.9, 19)


HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING (P.74)


AUDIO SYSTEM (P.78)


HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS (P.48)


REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON (P.50)


DRIVER’S FRONT AIRBAG (P.9, 19)


HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.102)


DOOR LOCK SWITCH (P.54)


POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.59)


MIRROR CONTROLS (P.66)


ROOF SWITCH (P.62)


HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P.49)


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Your Vehicle at a Glance


REMOTE AUDIO CONTROLS (P.93)


CLOCK SET BUTTON (P.45)


INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS (P.49)


REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON (P.50)


ENGINE START BUTTON (P.114)


HEADLIGHTS/ TURN SIGNALS (P.48)


HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.102)


CRUISE CONTROL MASTER BUTTON (P.95)


HORN


WINDSHIELD WIPERS/ WASHERS (P.47)


CRUISE CONTROL (P.95)


Main Menust 04/07/21 12:10:34 31S2A650 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. 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
. 14
Advice for Pregnant Women Additional Safety Precautions . 15


................................ ..... ...


Additional Information About


Your Seat Belts


....................... . 16
.. Seat Belt System Components . 16
...................... . 16
Lap/Shoulder Belt Automatic Seat Belt


Tensioners


Seat Belt Maintenance


............................... ............... Additional Information About Your ..................................... ......


Airbag System Components How Your Front Airbags


Airbags


. 17
. 17


. 19
. 19


Work


.........................................


. 19


How the SRS Indicator


Works


. 21
Airbag Service . 21
Additional Safety Precautions . 22


....................................... ............................. ...


Protecting Children



General


Guidelines All Children Must Be


....................................


. 23


Restrained


...............................


. 23


Your Vehicle is Not


Recommended for Child


. 24


Passengers


Serious Risks


Protecting Small Children Selecting a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat Protecting Larger Children


. 24
Additional Safety Precautions . 26
. 27
. 28
. 28
. 31
. 31
. 32


.......................... The Passenger’s Airbag Poses ........................... ... ............. ..................... .................... ........... Checking Seat Belt Fit ............... Using a Booster Seat .................. When Can a Child Ride in This ..................................... ... ............. ...................................


. 33
Additional Safety Precautions . 34
. 35
. 36


Carbon Monoxide Hazard Safety Labels


Vehicle


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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 are designed to supplement seat belts, not replace them. 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 child passenger.


Duetothepassenger’sairbaghazard, youshouldnevercarryaninfantina rear-facingchildseatinthisvehicle. If an older child must ride in this vehicle, follow all child safety instructions and warnings in this manual (see pages


23


34


).



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


125


).


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Your Vehicle’s Safety Features


Your vehicle is equipped with many features that work together to protect you and your passenger during a crash.


Some 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 tensioners that tighten the seat belts in a crash.


However, you and your passenger can’t take full advantage of these features unless you remain sitting in a proper position and alwayswear . In fact, some safety yourseatbelts 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.


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Your Vehicle’s Safety Features


Seat Belts Your vehicle is equipped with seat belts in both seating positions.


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 for adults and larger children.


Not wearing a seat belt properly increases the chance of serious injury or death in a crash, even though your vehicle has airbags.


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 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.


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