2006 Honda S2000 Owners Manual

To provide proper protection, a child seat should meet three requirements:

Installing a Child Seat After selecting a proper child seat, there are three main steps in installing a child seat:

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ThechildseatshouldmeetU.S.or CanadianMotorVehicleSafety Look for FMVSS Standard213. 213 or CMVSS 213 on the box.

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Thechildseatshouldbeofthe propertypeandsizetofitthechild.

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Properlysecurethechildseatto All child seats must be thevehicle. secured to the vehicle with the lap part of a lap/shoulder belt. A child whose seat is not properly secured to the vehicle can be endangered in a crash.

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Thechildseatshouldfitthe passenger’sseat.

Before purchasing a child seat, or using a previously purchased one, we recommend that you test the seat to make sure it fits properly in the passenger’s seat.

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After installing a child

Makesurethechildseatisfirmly secured. seat, push and pull the seat forward and from side-to-side to verify that it is secure.

If the child seat is not secure, use a different style of child seat that can be firmly secured.

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Securethechildinthechildseat. Make sure the child is properly strapped in the child seat according to the child seat maker’s instructions. A child who is not properly secured in a child seat can be seriously injured in a crash.

The following pages provide guidelines on how to properly install a forward-facing child seat.

A child seat secured with a seat belt should be installed as firmly as possible. However, it does not need to be ‘‘rock solid.’’ Some side- to-side movement can be expected and should not reduce the child seat’s effectiveness.

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Installing a Child Seat

In this vehicle, a child seat must be secured to the vehicle with the lap part of the lap/shoulder belt. In addition, the passenger’s lap/ shoulder belt has a locking mechanism that must be activated to secure a child seat.

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Move the vehicle seat to the rear- most position. Moving the seat as far back as possible reduces the chance of a child being injured or killed if the passenger’s airbag inflates.

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With the child seat in position, route the belt through the child seat according to the seat maker’s instructions, then insert the latch plate into the buckle.

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After the belt has retracted, tug on it. If the belt is locked, you will not be able to pull it out. If you can pull the belt out, it is not locked and you will need to repeat these steps.

To activate the lockable retractor, slowly pull the shoulder part of the belt all the way out until it stops, then let the belt feed back into the retractor.

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Installing a Child Seat

To deactivate the locking mechanism and remove a child seat, unlatch the buckle, unroute the seat belt, and let the belt fully retract.

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After confirming that the belt is locked, grab the shoulder part of the belt near the buckle, and pull up to remove any slack from the lap part of the belt. Remember, if the lap part of the belt is not tight, the child seat will not be secure.

To remove slack, it may help to put weight on the child seat, or push on the back of the seat while pulling up on the belt.

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Push and pull the child seat forward and from side-to-side to verify that it is secure enough to stay upright during normal driving maneuvers. If the child seat is not secure, unlatch the belt, allow it to retract fully, then repeat these steps.

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Protecting Larger Children

When a child reaches the recommended weight or height limit for a forward-facing child seat, the child should sit in a back seat on a booster seat and wear a lap/shoulder belt.

Since this vehicle does not have a back seat, we recommend that you do not carry a larger child, age 12 or under, as a passenger.

However, the following pages provide guidelines to help you decide when a given child may ride in this vehicle, and how to properly protect the child.

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Checking Seat Belt Fit

Allowing a larger child age 12 or under to ride in the vehicle can result in injury or death if the passenger’s front airbag inflates.

If a larger child must ride in the vehicle, move the vehicle seat as far back as possible, use a booster seat if needed, have the child sit up properly and wear the seat belt properly.

To determine if a lap/shoulder belt properly fits a child, have the child put on the seat belt, then ask yourself:

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Does the child sit all the way back against the seat?

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Do the child’s knees bend comfortably over the edge of the seat?

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Does the shoulder belt cross between the child’s neck and arm?

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Is the lap part of the belt as low as possible, touching the child’s thighs?

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Will the child be able to stay seated like this for the whole trip?

If you answer yes to all these questions, the child is ready to wear the lap/shoulder belt correctly. If you answer no to any question, the child needs to ride on a booster seat.

Protecting Larger Children

Using a Booster Seat

to drive.

Booster seats can be high-back or low-back. Whichever style you select, make sure the booster meets federal safety standards and that you follow the booster seat maker’s instructions.

If a child who uses a booster seat rides in this vehicle, move the vehicle seat as far to the rear as possible, and be sure the child is wearing the seat belt properly.

A child may continue using a booster seat until the tops of their ears are even with the top of the vehicle’s or booster’s seat-back. A child of this height should be tall enough to use the lap/shoulder belt without a booster seat.

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A child who has outgrown a forward- facing child seat should use a booster seat until the lap/shoulder belt fits them properly without the booster.

Some states and Canadian provinces also require children to use a booster seat until they reach a given age or weight (e.g., 6 years or 60 lbs). Be sure to check current laws in the states or provinces where you intend

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Protecting Larger Children

When Can a Larger Child Ride in This Vehicle As noted earlier, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Transport Canada recommend that all children age 12 and under ride properly restrained in a back seat.

If the passenger’s front airbag inflates in a moderate to severe frontal collision, the airbag can cause serious injuries to a child who is unrestrained, improperly restrained, sitting too close to the airbag, or out of position.

Of course, children vary widely. And while age may be one indicator of when a child can safely ride in this vehicle. There are other important factors you should consider.

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PhysicalSize Physically, a child must be large enough for the lap/shoulder belt to properly fit (see page belt does not fit properly, with or without the child sitting on a booster, the child should not sit in this vehicle.

). If the seat

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Maturity To safely ride in this vehicle, a child must be able to follow the rules, including sitting properly, and wearing the seat belt properly throughout ride.

If you decide that a child can safely ride in this vehicle, be sure to:

Carefully read the owner’s manual, and make sure you understand all seat belt instructions and all safety information.

Move the vehicle seat to the rear- most position.

Have the child sit up straight, back against the seat, and feet on or near the floor.

Check that the child’s seat belt is properly and securely positioned.

Supervise the child. Even mature children sometimes need to be reminded to fasten the seat belts or sit properly.

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Protecting Larger Children

Additional Safety Precautions Donotletachildwearaseatbelt This could result in acrosstheneck. serious neck injuries during a crash.

Donotletachildputtheshoulder partofaseatbeltbehindthebackor underthearm. very serious injuries during a crash. It also increases the chance that the child will slide under the belt in a crash and be injured.

This could cause

Twochildrenshouldneverusethe If they do, they could sameseatbelt. be very seriously injured in a crash.

Donotputanyaccessoriesonaseat Devices intended to improve a belt. child’s comfort or reposition the shoulder part of a seat belt can make the belt less effective and increase the chance of serious injury in a crash.

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Carbon monoxide gas is toxic. Breathing it can cause unconsciousness and even kill you.

Avoid any enclosed areas or activities that expose you to carbon monoxide.

High levels of carbon monoxide can collect rapidly in enclosed areas, such as a garage. Do not run the engine with the garage door closed. Even with the door open, run the engine only long enough to move the vehicle out of the garage.

With the trunk open, airflow can pull exhaust gas into your vehicle’s interior and create a hazardous condition. If you must drive with the trunk open, open all the windows, and set the heating and cooling system as shown below.

If you must sit in your parked vehicle with the engine running, even in an unconfined area, adjust the heating and cooling system as follows:

1. 2. 3. 4.

Select the fresh air mode. Select the mode. Set the fan speed to high. Set the temperature control to a comfortable setting.

Carbon Monoxide Hazard

Your vehicle’s exhaust contains carbon monoxide gas. You should have no problem with carbon monoxide entering the vehicle in normal driving if you maintain your vehicle properly.

Have the exhaust system inspected for leaks whenever:

The vehicle is raised for an oil change.

You notice a change in the sound of the exhaust.

The vehicle was in an accident that may have damaged the underside.

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These labels are in the locations shown. They warn you of potential hazards that could cause serious injury. Read these labels carefully.

If a label comes off or becomes hard to read (except for the U.S. dashboard label which may be removed by the owner), contact your dealer for a replacement.

DASHBOARD U.S.modelsonly

RADIATOR

Safety Labels

SUN VISOR U.S.models

Canadianmodels

SEAT BELT TENSIONER

BATTERY

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HOOD

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Instruments and Controls

This section gives information about the controls and displays that contribute to the daily operation of your vehicle. All the essential controls are within easy reach.

Control Locations Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Indicators Gauges

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Odometer Trip meter Select Button Fuel Gauge Temperature Gauge Outside Temperature

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Indicator

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Check Fuel Cap Indicator Maintenance Minder Clock

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Controls Near the Steering

Wheel

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Windshield Wipers and

Washers

Turn Signal and Headlights Instrument Panel Brightness Hazard Warning Button Rear Window Defogger Keys and Locks Immobilizer System Ignition Switch Power Door Locks

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Trunk

Emergency Trunk Opener

Remote Transmitter Seats Power Windows Convertible Top Mirrors Parking Brake Interior Convenience Items

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Beverage Holder Accessory Power Socket Console Compartments Audio Panel Dashboard Lower Pocket

Interior Light

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Control Locations

HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.110)

POWER DOOR LOCK (P.63)

POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.68)

MIRROR CONTROLS (P.75)

HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING (P.82)

CRUISE CONTROL (P.103)

AUDIO SYSTEM (P.86)

HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P.58)

ROOF SWITCH (P.71)

ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET (P.78)

REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON (P.59)

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TURN SIGNAL AND HAZARD WARNING INDICATORS

(P.48)

OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE INDICATOR (P.52)

VSA ACTIVATION INDICATOR (P.50) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.50)

ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) INDICATOR (P.47)

SEAT BELT REMINDER INDICATOR (P.46)

ELECTRIC POWER STEERING (EPS) INDICATOR (P.47)

PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR ＊ (P.46, 184)

Instrument Panel

MAINTENANCE MINDER INDICATOR INFORMAITION (P.133) DISPLAY

(P.50)

HIGH BEAM INDICATOR

(P.48)

DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS INDICATOR (P.48)

LOW FUEL INDICATOR (P.49)

DOOR-OPEN INDICATOR

(P.47)

TRUNK-OPEN INDICATOR IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR (P.47) MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP

(P.47) (P.49)

(P.47, 183)

LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR

(P.46, 182)

SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM INDICATOR

(P.47)

CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR

(P.40, 182)

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The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Differences for Canadian models are noted in the text.

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Instrument Panel Indicators

The instrument panel has many indicators to give you important information about your vehicle.

Seat Belt Reminder Indicator

This indicator comes on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. It reminds you and your passenger to fasten your seat belts. A beeper also sounds if you and your front passenger have not fastened your seat belts.

If you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position before fastening your seat belts, the beeper sounds, and the indicator flashes. If you do not fasten your seat belts before the beeper stops, the indicator stops flashing but remains on.

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If your passenger does not fasten their seat belt, the indicator comes on about 6 seconds after the ignition switch is turned to the ON (II) position.

If either of you do not fasten your seat belt while driving, the beeper will sound and the indicator will flash again at regular intervals. For more information, see page

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Low Oil Pressure Indicator

The engine can be severely damaged if this indicator flashes or stays on when the engine is running. For more information, see page 182

Charging System Indicator

If this indicator comes on when the engine is running, the battery is not being charged. For more information, see page

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U.S.

Canada

Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator

This indicator has two functions:

1.

2.

Itcomesonwhenyouturnthe ignition switch to the ON (II) position. It is a reminder to check the parking brake. A beeper sounds if you try to drive with the parking brake not fully released. Driving with the parking brake not fully released can damage the brakes and tires. If it stays on after you fully release the parking brake while the engine is running, or if it comes on while driving, there could be a problem with the brake system. For more information, see page

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Supplemental Restraint System Indicator

This indicator comes on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. If it comes on at any other time, it indicates a potential problem with your front airbags or automatic seat belt tensioners. For more information, see page

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Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Indicator

This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, and when you push the START button. If it comes on at any other time, there is a problem with theABS.Ifthishappens,haveyour vehicle checked at a dealer. With this indicator on, your vehicle still has normal braking ability but no anti-lock function. For more information, see page

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Trunk-open Indicator

This indicator comes on if the trunk lid is not closed tightly.

Door-open Indicator

This indicator comes on if either door is not closed tightly.

Cruise Control Indicator

This indicator comes on when you set the cruise control. See page 103
cruise control.

for information on operating the

Instrument Panel Indicators

Electric Power Steering (EPS) Indicator

This indicator normally comes on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position and goes off after the engine starts. If it comes on at any other time, there is a problem in the electric power steering system. If this happens, stop the vehicle in a safe place, and turn off the engine. Reset the system by restarting the engine. If the indicator does not go off, or comes back on while driving, take the vehicle to your dealer to have it checked. With the indicator on,theEPSisturnedoff,makingthe vehicle harder to steer.

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Instrument Panel Indicators

‘‘Daytime Running Lights’’ Indicator

If this indicator comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON (II) position and the parking brake is released, it means there is a problem in the high beam headlight’s circuit. Have your vehicle checked by your dealer.

Turn Signal and Hazard Warning Indicators

The left or right turn signal indicator blinks when you signal a lane change or turn. If the indicator does not blink or blinks rapidly, it usually means one of the turn signal bulbs is burned out (see page ). Replace the bulb as soon as possible, since other drivers cannot see that you are signaling.

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When you press the hazard warning button, both turn signal indicators blink. All turn signals on the outside of the vehicle should flash.

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High Beam Indicator

This indicator comes on with the high beam headlights. For more information, see page

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When the daytime running lights (DRL) are on, this indicator comes on with reduced brightness.

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Instrument Panel Indicators

Immobilizer System Indicator

This indicator comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. It will then go off if you have inserted a properly-coded ignition key. If it is not a properly-coded key, the indicator will blink, and the engine will not start (see page

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This indicator also blinks several times when you turn the ignition switch from the ON (II) position to the ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0) position.

Low Fuel Indicator

This indicator comes on as a reminder that you must refuel soon. When the indicator comes on, there is about 2.22 US gal (8.4 ) of fuel remaining in the tank before the reading reaches E. There is a small reserve of fuel remaining in the tank when the reading does reach E.

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Instrument Panel Indicators

Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System Indicator

This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position.

Ifitcomesonandstaysonatany other time, or if it does not come on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, there is a problem with the VSA system. Take your vehicle to a dealer to have it checked. Without VSA, your vehicle still has normal driving ability, but will not have VSA traction and stability enhancement. See page for more information on the 128
VSA system.

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VSA Activation Indicator

This indicator has three functions:

Itcomesonasareminderthatyou have turned off the vehicle stability assist (VSA) system.

It flashes when VSA is active (see page

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Maintenance Minder Indicator

This indicator reminds you that it is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance. The maintenance main items and sub items will be displayed in the information display. See page more information on the maintenance minder.

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It comes on along with the VSA system indicator if there is a problem with the VSA system.

This indicator goes off when your dealer resets it after completing the required maintenance service.

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3.

This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. For more information, see page

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TACHOMETER

OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE INDICATOR

SPEEDOMETER

CLOCK BUTTON

−

BUTTON

TEMPERATURE GAUGE

FUEL GAUGE

TRIP BUTTON

CLOCK

TRIP METER

＋

BUTTON

ODOMETER/CHECK FUEL CAP INDICATOR

SELECT BUTTON

Odometer The odometer shows the total distance your vehicle has been driven in miles and kilometers. It is illegal under U.S. federal law and Canadian provincial regulations to disconnect, reset, or alter the odometer with the intent to change the number of miles and kilometers indicated.

Trip Meter This trip meter shows the number of miles or kilometers driven since you last reset it.

There are two trip meters: Trip A and Trip B. Switch between these displays by pressing the TRIP button repeatedly. Each trip meter works independently, so you can keep track of two different distances.

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To reset a trip meter, display it, and then press and hold the TRIP button until you hear a beep and the number resets to ‘‘0.0’’.

Select Button The select button switches the speedometer reading between miles per hour and kilometers per hour. It also changes the odometer and trip meters to read in miles or kilometers correspondingly. To change the readings, push the SELECT button, and hold it until you hear a beep.

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Fuel Gauge This shows how much fuel you have. It may show slightly more or less than the actual amount.

Avoid driving with an extremely low f uel level. Running out of f uel could cause the engine to misf ire, damaging the catalytic converter.

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Temperature Gauge This shows the temperature of the engine’s coolant. During normal operation, the reading should be in the middle of the gauge. In severe driving conditions, such as very hot weather or a long period of uphill driving, the reading may reach near the red mark. If it reaches the red (Hot) mark, pull safely to the side of the road. See page instructions and precautions on checking the engine’s cooling system.

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Outside Temperature Indicator This indicator displays the outside temperature in Fahrenheit (U.S. models) or Centigrade (Canadian models).

The temperature sensor is in the front bumper. Therefore, the temperature reading can be affected by heat reflection from the road surface, engine heat, and the exhaust from surrounding traffic. This can cause an incorrect temperature reading when your speed is under 19 mph (30 km/h).

The sensor delays the indicator update until it reaches the correct outside temperature. This may take several minutes.

If the outside temperature is incorrectly displayed, you can adjust it up 3°C in Canadian models) warmer or cooler.

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Check Fuel Cap Indicator If your fuel fill cap is loose or missing, a ‘‘CHECK FUEL CAP’’ message appears on the information display after you start the engine. The message goes from CHECK to FUEL,thentoCAPrepeatedly.You will also hear a beep.

Turn the engine off, and confirm the fuel fill cap is installed. If it is, loosen the cap, then retighten it until it clicks at least once. When you restart the engine, the message appears again. To clear the message, press and hold the RESET button until the odometer display returns.

NOTE: The temperature must be stabilized before doing this procedure.

To adjust the outside temperature indicator, make sure the outside temperature indicator is shown in thedisplay,thenpressandholdthe TRIP button for 10 seconds (the TRIP A or B is also reset). The following sequence will appear for 1
secondeach:0,1,2,3,4,5, 5, 4, − − 3, 2, 1, 0 (U.S.) or 0, 1, 2, 3, − − − 3, 2, 1, 0 (Canada). − − −

When it reaches the desired value, release the TRIP button. You should see the new outside temperature displayed.

In certain weather conditions, temperature readings near freezing (32°F, 0°C) could mean that ice is forming on the road surface.

If the system still detects a loose or missing fuel fill cap, the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) comes on. Turn the engine off, and check or retighten the fuel fill cap until it clicks at least once. The MIL goes out after several days of normal driving once the cap is tightened or replaced. If it does not go out, have your dealer inspect the vehicle. For more information, see page

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Maintenance Minder The information display in the instrument panel shows you the engine oil life and maintenance service items when the ignition switch is in the ON (II) position. This information helps to keep you aware of the periodic maintenance your vehicle needs for continued trouble- free driving. Refer to page more information.

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When you finish your adjustments, press the CLOCK button again.

Clock The clock displays the time with the ignition switch in the ON (II) position.

To set the clock:

1.

Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position.

2.

3.

Press and hold the CLOCK button until the minute display blinks. Adjust the minute by pressing the ＋ −

button.

or

When you finish the minute adjustment, press and release the CLOCK button. The hour display will blink. Adjust the hour by pressing the button.

＋ −

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Controls Near the Steering Wheel

HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS (P.57)

CLOCK SET BUTTON (P.54)

INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS (P.58)

REMOTE AUDIO CONTROLS (P.101)

ENGINE START BUTTON (P.122)

HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.110)

CRUISE BUTTON (P.103)

HORN ＊

＊ To use the horn, press the pad around the ‘‘H’’ logo.

VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM OFF SWITCH (P.129)

HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING (P.82)

WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS (P.56)

CRUISE CONTROL (P.103)

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Windshield Wipers and Washers

Push the right lever up or down to select a position.

MIST The wipers run at high speed until you release the lever.

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OFF

−

The wipers are not activated.

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Windshield Washers Pull the wiper control lever toward you, and hold it. The washers spray until you release the lever. The wipers run at low speed, then complete one more sweep after you release the lever.

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The wipers operate every

INT few seconds. In low speed and high speed, the wipers run continuously.

LO

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The wipers run at low speed.

HI

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The wipers run at high speed.

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.

MIST OFF INT LO Low speed HI High speed Windshield washers

Intermittent

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Turn Signal and Headlights

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Push down on the Turn Signal lever to signal a left turn and up to signal a right turn. To signal a lane change, push lightly on the lever, and hold it. The lever will return to center when you release it or complete a turn.

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Turning the ’’ position turns

Headlights On switch to the ‘‘ on the parking lights, taillights, instrument panel lights, side-marker lights, and rear license plate lights.

Turning the switch to the ‘‘ ’’ position turns on the headlights. If you leave the lights on with the key removed from the ignition switch, you will hear a reminder buzzer when you open the driver’s door.

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.

Turn Signal Off Parking and indicator lights Headlights on High beams Flashhighbeams

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Push the lever

High Beams forward until you hear a click. The high beam indicator will come on (see page return to the low beams.

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To flash the high beams, pull the lever back lightly, then release it. The high beams will stay on as long as you hold the lever back.

Daytime Running Lights With the headlight switch off, the high beam headlights and the high beam indicator come on with reduced brightness when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position and release the parking brake. They remain on until you turn the ignition switch off, even if you set the parking brake.

The headlights revert to normal operation when you turn them on with the switch.

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Instrument Panel Brightness, Hazard Warning Button

To reduce glare at night, the instrument panel illumination dims when you turn the light switch to

or

position.

Adjust the brightness to the desired level with the headlight switch off, and also with the headlight switch on. Both settings will remain at those levels until you change them.

With the headlight switch on, you can switch the display to full daytime brightness by pushing and holding the button to return the display to the original brightness.

button. Push the

＋

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Hazard Warning Button

Push the red button next to the parking brake to turn on the hazard warning lights (four-way flashers). This causes all four outside turn signals and both indicators in the instrument panel to flash. Use the hazard warning lights if you need to park in a dangerous area near heavy traffic, or if your vehicle is disabled.

Instrument Panel Brightness

The buttons in the lower left corner of the instrument panel adjust the brightness of the display in five steps. Push the to see the full range.

button five times

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Rear Window Defogger

Do not push the defogger button when the convertible top is folded.

Make sure the rear window is clear and you have good visibility before starting to drive.

The defogger wires on the inside of the rear window can be accidentally damaged. When cleaning the glass, always wipe side-to-side.

The rear window defogger will clear fog, frost, and thin ice from the window. Push the defogger button to turn it on and off. The indicator in the button comes on to show the defogger is on. If you do not turn it off, the defogger will shut itself off after about 15 minutes. It also shuts off when you turn off the ignition switch. You have to turn the defogger on again when you restart the vehicle.

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The valet key works only in the ignition and the door locks. You can keep the trunk and the lower console compartment locked when you leave your vehicle and the valet key at a parking facility.

You should have received a key number tag with your keys. You will need this key number if you ever have to get a key replaced. Use only Honda-approved key blanks.

These keys contain electronic circuits that are activated by the immobilizer system. They will not work to start the engine if the circuits are damaged.

Protect the keys from direct sunlight, high temperature, and high humidity.

Do not drop the keys or set heavy objects on them.

Keep the keys away from liquids. If they get wet, dry them immediately with a soft cloth.

The keys do not contain batteries. Do not try to take them apart.

Keys and Locks

MASTER KEYS (BLACK)

VALET KEY (GREY)

KEY NUMBER TAG

The master key fits all the locks on your vehicle.

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If the system repeatedly does not recognize the coding of your key, contact your dealer.

Do not attempt to alter this system or add other devices to it. Electrical problems could result that may make your vehicle undrivable.

If you lose your key and cannot start the engine, contact your dealer.

The immobilizer system protects your vehicle from theft. If an improperly-coded key (or other device) is used, the engine’s fuel system is disabled.

When you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, the immobilizer system indicator should come on for a few seconds, then go off. If the indicator starts to blink, it means the system does not recognize the coding of the key. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (0) position, remove the key, reinsert it, and turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position again. The system may not recognize your key’s coding if another immobilizer key or other metal object (i.e. key fob) is near the ignition switch when you insert the key.

Immobilizer System

AsrequiredbytheFCC: ThisdevicecomplieswithPart15ofthe FCCrules.Operationissubjecttothe followingtwoconditions:(1)Thisdevice maynotcauseharmfulinterference,and (2)thisdevicemustacceptany interferencereceived,including interferencethatmaycauseundesired operation.

Changesormodificationsnotexpressly approvedbythepartyresponsiblefor compliancecouldvoidtheuser’s authoritytooperatetheequipment.

ThisdevicecomplieswithIndustry CanadaStandardRSS-210. Operationissubjecttothefollowingtwo conditions:(1)thisdevicemaynotcause interference,and(2)thisdevicemust acceptanyinterferencethatmaycause undesiredoperationofthedevice.

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Ignition Switch

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You can

ACCESSORY (I) operate the audio system and the accessory power sockets in this position.

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This is the normal key

ON (II) position when driving. Several of the indicators on the instrument panel come on as a test when you turn the ignition switch from the ACCESSORY (I) to the ON (II) position. The engine can be started with the key in this position by pressing the engine START button (see page 122

).

You will hear a reminder beeper if you leave the key in the ignition switch in the LOCK (0) or the ACCESSORY (I) position and open the driver’s door. Remove the key to turn off the beeper.

The ignition switch has three positions: LOCK (0), ACCESSORY (I), and ON (II).

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You can insert or

LOCK (0) remove the key only in this position. To turn the key, push it in slightly.

If the front wheels are turned, the anti-theft lock may make it difficult to turn the key. Firmly turn the steering wheel to the left or right as you turn the key.

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Removing the key from the ignition switch while driving locks the steering. This can cause you to lose control.

Remove the key from the ignition switch only when parked.

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Power Door Locks

LOCK TAB

Each door has a lock tab next to the inside door handle. When you push in the lock tab on the driver’s door, both doors lock. Pulling out the lock tab on the driver’s door only unlocks that door. The lock tab on the passenger’s door only locks and unlocks that door.

To lock the passenger’s door when getting out of the vehicle, push the lock tab in and close the door. To lock the driver’s door, remove the key from the ignition switch, pull out either the inside or outside door handle and push the lock tab in, then close the door.

Both doors lock when you use the key in the driver’s door. Using the key in the passenger’s door only locks and unlocks that door. To unlock only the driver’s door from the outside, insert the key in the driver’s door lock, turn the key and release it. If you turn the key and hold it, both doors will unlock.

Power Door Locks, Trunk

Trunk

Push

TRUNK RELEASE BUTTON

To open the trunk, press the trunk release button in the lower console compartment. To protect items in the trunk when you need to give the key to someone else, lock the lower console compartment with the master key, and give the other person the valet key.

To close the trunk, press down on the trunk lid.

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Trunk

Keep the trunk lid closed at all times while driving to avoid damaging the lid, and to prevent exhaust gas from Carbon getting into the interior. See Monoxide Hazard on page 40

Emergency Trunk Opener

MASTER KEY

You can also use the master key to open the trunk lock.

To open the trunk with the remote transmitter, press and hold the TRUNK RELEASE button for about 1second(seepage

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As a safety feature, y our vehicle has a release lever on the trunk latch so the trunk can be opened from the inside. To open the trunk, push the release lever to the left.

Parents should decide if their children should be shown how to use this feature. For more information about child safety, see page

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LED

UNLOCK BUTTON

LOCK BUTTON

TRUNK RELEASE BUTTON

PANIC BUTTON

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Press this button once to

LOCK lock both doors. Some exterior lights will flash. When you push LOCK twice within 5 seconds, you will hear a beep to verify that the doors are locked.

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Press this button once

UNLOCK to unlock the driver’s door. Push it twice to also unlock the passenger’s door.

The interior light (if the interior light

Remote Transmitter

lights will flash for about 30 seconds. To cancel panic mode, press any other button on the remote transmitter, or turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position.

Remote Transmitter Care

Avoid dropping or throwing the transmitter.

Protect the transmitter from extreme temperature.

Do not immerse the transmitter in any liquid.

If you lose a transmitter, the replacement needs to be reprogrammed by your dealer.

switch is in the center position) will come on when you press the UNLOCK button. If you do not open either door within 30 seconds, the light goes out. If you relock the doors with the remote transmitter before 30 seconds have elapsed, the light will go off immediately.

If you do not open either door within 30 seconds, the doors automatically relock.

You cannot lock or unlock the doors with the remote transmitter if either door is not fully closed or the key is in the ignition switch.

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TRUNK Press this button for about 1 second to open the trunk. You cannot open the trunk if the key is in the ignition switch.

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Press this button for

PANIC about 1 second to attract attention; the horn will sound and the exterior