2009 Honda S2000 Owners Manual

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Specifications Before Driving Belts, Seat Beverage Holder Booster Seats Brakes . 46, 218 . 214 . 196 . 235 . 127 .8,16 . 90 . 38 . 149 . 150 . 128 . 178 . 88 . 150 . 46, 220 . 150 . 149 Braking System Break-in, New Vehicle . 128 .. Brightness Control, Instruments . 60 . 179 Bulb Replacement Back-up Lights . 183 ............................. .................................. ............................................ ........... ............. ........................................... ......................................... .......................... Anti-lock System (ABS) Break-in, New Linings Fluid Parking System Design System Indicator Wear Indicators ................. ........................ ............................. ................. ......................... .......................... Index Headlights Side Turn Signal Lights Specifications Turn Signal Lights ................................. ........... ............................ .................... .............................. Bulbs, Halogen . 179 . 182 . 235 . 181 . 179 ............. ............................ ............. .................... Capacities Chart Carbon Monoxide Hazard Cargo, How to Carry CAUTION, Explanation of CD Care CD Changer CD Changer Error Messages CD Player Error Messages CD Player Certification Label Chains, Tires Changing a Flat Tire Changing Oil ......................................... ................................... ..... ......... ....................................... ........................ ................................. .................... . 234 . 41 . 138 . iii . 117 . 116 . 121 . 120 . 114 . 232 . 194 . 201 How to When to ........................................ ...................................... Charging System Indicator ... . 171 . 161 . 46, 218 CONTINUED 2009 S2000 Index Checklist, Before Driving Child Safety Booster Seats Child Seats Important Safety Reminders Larger Children Risk with Airbags Small Children . 145 ............ . 29 ..................................... . 38 .............................. . 34 ................................... . 32 ..... . 37 .......................... . 30 ....................... . 33 ............................. . 34 ....................................... . 184 ....................... . 56 ................................................. . 178 ................................... . 242 ........................ . 146 ............ . 200 ...................... . 248 ............... . 43 ............. . 72 .............................. Convertible Top Cover ............... . 74 .. Lowering the Convertible Top . 72 . 77 Maintenance ................................ ..... Raising the Convertible Top . 76 . 75 Wind Deflector ............................ 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 ........................................ .................................... . 173 . 132 Directional Signals Disc Brake Wear Indicators Disposal of Used Oil Do Not Tow a Trailer Doors .......................... ........ ..................... ................... . 59 . 150 . 173 . 157 Locking and Unlocking Monitor Indicator Power Door Locks .............. ....................... ...................... ........ . 65 . 47 . 65 . 236 ＊ DOT Tire Quality Grading Downshifting, Manual Transmission ............................. Driver and Passenger Safety Driving ........................................... .................................... ........................ .................. Driving Guidelines Dust and Pollen Filter Economy . 147 . 5 . 143 . 133 . 144 . 185 ........... Economy, Fuel .............................. . 133 Proper Solution Temperature Gauge ......................... ................... . 173 . 55 Crankcase Emission Control System Cruise Control Indicator Cruise Control Operation Cup Holder Customer Service ........................................ ................ ............ ...................................... ......................... . 242 . 47 . 124 . 90 . 248 ............... ................................... DANGER, Explanation of Dashboard Dashboard Lower Pocket Daytime Running Lights Daytime Running Lights .............. ................ . iii . 3, 44 . 92 . 59 ＊ Indicator ....................................... ................................. ......... ................ ........ Dead Battery Defects, Reporting Safety Defogger, Rear Window Defrosting the Windows Differential Fluid Dimensions Dimming the Headlights Dipstick .......................... .................................... ............... . 48 . 214 . 250 . 61 . 99, 103 . 177 . 234 . 59 Engine Oil .................................. . 131 II 2009 S2000 Emergencies . 199 . 214 Battery, Jump Starting . 220 Brake System Indicator . 201 Changing a Flat Tire . 218 Charging System Indicator Checking the Fuses . 223 Closing the Convertible Top . 221 Hazard Warning Flashers . 60 . 214 Jump Starting Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 218 Malfunction Indicator Lamp . 219 . 215 Overheated Engine Towing . 228 . 88 . 60 . 228 . 66 . 242 . 245 .................................. ............. ........... ................ ..... .................. ... ......... ............................ ..... ... .................. ....................................... ........................... ...................... ...................... ............ ....................... ............. 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 ............ . 173 .... . 55 . 212 ......................... Lamp ................................ Oil Life Indicator ....................... . 47, 219 . 161 Oil Pressure Indicator Oil, What Kind to Use Overheating Specifications Speed Limiter Start Button Starting ........ .............. ............................... ............................ ............................ ............................... ....................................... . 46, 218 . 170 . 215 . 234 . 148 . 146 . 146 Electronic Stability Control (ESC) System . 152 Ethanol in Gasoline . 128 Evaporative Emission Controls . 242 Exhaust Fumes . 41 Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat ............................ ...................... ... ............................... Belts by ........................................ . 14 ............................ Fan, Interior Features Filling the Fuel Tank Filters ........................................... .................... . 97, 101 . 95 . 129 Dust and Pollen Oil ......................... ............................................... ............. ................... ................... Flashers, Hazard Warning Flat Tire, Changing a Flat Tire, Repairing a . 185 . 171 . 60 . 201 . 206 Index Fluids Four-way Flashers Fuel Brake Clutch Manual Transmission Windshield Washer .......................................... ......................................... .............. .................. .......................... ................................................. ...................... ........................................... ..................... ................ ............................... ........................ ............................... .............. ..................... Fill Door and Cap Gauge Low Fuel Indicator Octane Requirement Oxygenated Tank, Refueling Fuel Economy Fuel Station Procedures Fuses, Checking the . 178 . 178 . 176 . 175 . 60 . 128 . 129 . 54 . 49 . 128 . 128 . 129 . 133 . 129 . 223 Gas Mileage, Improving ............... . 133 CONTINUED III 2009 S2000 Index Gasoline Gauge Low Fuel Indicator Octane Requirement Tank, Refueling . 128 . 54 . 49 . 128 . 129 . 53 Engine Coolant Temperature . 55 Fuel . 54 ......................................... ........................................... ..................... ................ ........................ ............................................. ... ............................................... Gauges Gearshift Lever Positions Manual Transmission Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ............................. (GVWR) .............. . 148 . 140, 234 Halogen Headlight Bulbs Hardtop, Removable Installation Removal Storing Washing Wind Deflector ............. ....................... ................................... ....................................... .......................................... ....................................... ............................ .............. Hazard Warning Flashers Headlights Aiming Daytime Running Lights ........................................ ............ . 179 . 78 . 79 . 83 . 86 . 86 . 75 . 60 . 179 . 59 IV .................. ........................... ........ ................................... High Beam Indicator Reminder Tone Replacing Halogen Bulbs Turning on . 49 . 59 . 179 . 59 ..................................... Heating . 96, 100 Heating and Cooling System . 96, 100 . 59 High Beam Lever . 130 Hood, Opening the Horn . 57 . 178 Hydraulic Clutch ............................ ....................... .................................................. ........................... Identification Number, Vehicle ....................................... . 232 Ignition Keys Switch Timing Control System .............................................. ........................................... ............ ........................ ......... Immobilizer System Important Safety Precautions Indicators . 62 . 64 . 243 . 63 . 6 ABS (Anti-Lock Brake) Brake (Parking and Brake ............................ ................ Charging System System) . 46, 220 . 46, 218 .............. . 47 Cruise Control Door-open DRL(Daytime Running ............................. .................................... . 47 . 47 Lights) ...................................... . 48 EPS (Electrical Power .................................. ................................... ........ ...................................... Steering) High Beam Key (Immobilizer System) Low Fuel Low Oil Pressure Low Tire Pressure Maintenance Required Malfunction Indicator . 48 . 49 . 49 . 49 . 46, 218 . 51, 240 . 50 ................ .............. ............... Lamp ................................ .................................. ....................................... ............................................... ........................... .................................. Peak Power Seat Belt SRS TPMS System Trunk-open Turn Signal and Hazard . 47, 219 . 52 . 46 . 47 . 240 . 47 Warning ................................... . 48 VSA (Vehicle Stability Assist) Indicators, Instrument Panel Inflation, Proper Tire ...................................... ......... ................... ........ Recommended Pressures . 50 . 46 . 189 . 190 2009 S2000 Inside Mirror Inspection, Tire Installing a Child Seat Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Brightness Interior Lights Introduction ................................... ............................. .................... ............................ ........ ................................. ........................................ . 87 . 190 . 34 . 45 . 60 . 92 . i Jacking Up the Vehicle Jack, Tire Jump Starting ................ ....................................... ................................ . 202 . 201 . 214 Keys .................................................. . 62 Label, Certification Lane Change, Signaling Lap/Shoulder Belts Lights ....................... ................. .................. . 232 . 59 . 12, 17 Bulb Replacement Turn Signal .................... .................................. . 179 . 59 Load Limits LOCK (Ignition Key Position) Locks .................................... ...... . 139 . 64 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) . 64 . 129 . 65 . 65 . 132 . 49 . 46, 218 . 234 . 138 ... ........... Maintenance .................................. ........................................ ......................... Minder Minder Indicator Owner’s Maintenance . 159 . 161 . 50 Safety Checks ................................... .......................................... . 167 . 160 Malfunction Indicator Lamp . 47, 219 . 147 Manual Transmission . 176 Manual Transmission Fluid . 53 Meters, Gauges Methanol in Gasoline . 128 ................... ........ ............................... ................... Index Mirrors, Adjusting Modifying Your Vehicle .......................... ............... . 87 . 137 New Vehicle Break-in Normal Shift Speeds NOTICE, Explanation of Numbers, Identification .................. ..................... ................... ............... . 128 . 148 . i . 232 Octane Requirement, Gasoline . 128 . 53 Odometer Odometer, Trip . 53 Oil ... ......................................... ............................... Change, How to ........................ Change, When to ...................... Checking Engine ...................... Pressure Indicator .............. Selecting Proper Viscosity . 171 . 161 . 131 . 46, 218 Chart ON (Ignition Key Position) ...................................... ........... . 171 . 64 CONTINUED 2009 S2000 Index Onboard Refueling Vapor Recovery .................................... . 242 ......................... Opening the Trunk . 65 .............................. Outside Mirrors . 87 .... Outside Temperature Indicator . 55 . 215 Overheating, Engine .................... . 167 Owner’s Maintenance Checks .... ......................... Oxygenated Fuels . 128 . 60 . 149 . 88 Indicator Panel Brightness Control .............. Parking ........................................... Parking Brake ................................. Parking Brake and Brake System ..................................... ................................. ..................... ............................. ................................... .......................... .................. .............................. ......... ........................ Parking Lights Peak Power Indicator PGM-FI System Pollen Filter Power Door Locks Power Socket Location Power Windows Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts Preparing to Drive . 220 . 59 . 52 . 243 . 185 . 65 . 90 . 70 . 14 . 145 VI Protecting Adults and Teens . 10 Additional Safety Precautions . 15 . 14 Advice for Pregnant Women . 29 . 29 . 37 . 33 ......... ... ..... ........................ ..................... ....... ......... General Guidelines Protecting Larger Children Protecting Small Children Protecting Children ................... ................... ............. ................. . 215 Radiator Overheating . 104 Radio/CD Sound System . 123 Radio Theft Protection Readiness Codes . 219, 245 Rear Lights, Bulb Replacement . 183 . 87 Rear View Mirror . 61 Rear Window Defogger Reclining the Seat-backs . 69 Recommended Shift Speeds . 148 Recovery Vehicle, Emergency .. ............................ ................. ................ ....... Towing Refueling Reminder Indicators Remote Transmitter Removable Hardtop ....................................... ........................................ ....................... ....................... ........................ ................................... Installation . 228 . 129 . 45 . 67 . 78 . 79 Removal Storing Washing Wind Deflector ....................................... .......................................... ....................................... ............................ . 83 . 86 . 86 . 75 Replacement Information Dust and Pollen Filter Engine Oil and Filter Fuses Light Bulbs Schedule Tires Wiper Blades .............. ................ .......................................... ................................ .................................... ........................................... ............................. Replacing Seat Belts After a . 185 . 171 . 222 . 179 . 168 . 192 . 186 Crash ............................................ .......... Reporting Safety Defects Reserve Tank, Engine ＊ . 18 . 250 Coolant ............................... Restraint, Child Reverse Lockout Rotation, Tire ............................... ........................... ................................ . 132, 173 . 29 . 148 . 192 Safety Belts Safety Defects, Reporting .................................. ......... . 8, 16 . 250 ＊ 2009 S2000 . 7 . 9 . 8 . 42 . iii . 8, 16 . 16 . 14 Safety Features Airbags Seat Belts ................................. ........................................... ....................................... ............. .............................. Safety Labels, Location of Safety Messages Seat Belts ..................................... Additional Information Advice for Pregnant Women Automatic Seat Belt ............... ..... Tensioners ............................... ..................................... ...................... ................................ Cleaning Lap/Shoulder Belt Maintenance Reminder Indicator and . 18 . 184 . 17 . 18 Beeper ................................ System Components Use During Pregnancy ................... ............... ........................ ............................... Seats, Adjusting the Serial Number Service Intervals Service Manual Service Station Procedures Setting the Clock Shifting ................... ........................... ......... ............................ . 16, 46 . 16 . 14 . 69 . 232 . 167, 168 . 251 . 129 . 56 ＊ Manual Transmission .............. . 147 .............................. ............................... ..................................... ................................ . 182 . 59 . 194 . 104 Side Turn Signal, Bulb Replacement Signaling Turns Snow Tires Sound System Spare Tire Inflating Specifications Spark Plugs Specifications Speed Control Speed Limiter SRS, Additional Information . 190 . 235 . 234 . 234 . 124 . 148 . 20 Additional Safety Precautions . 28 . 27 Airbag Service Airbag System Components . 20 How the SRS Indicator ...................................... ............................ .................................... ................................ ................................ ................................ .......... ... ............................. ...... Works ....................................... . 25 How Your Airbags Work ......................................... SRS Indicator Start Button Starting the Engine ............................. ................................... ....................... . 22 . 25, 47 . 146 . 146 In Cold Weather at High Altitude With a Dead Battery .................................. ................ . 146 . 214 Index State Emissions Testing Steam Coming from Engine Steering Wheel .............. ........ . 245 . 215 Anti-theft Column Lock ............. Stereo Sound System ................... Storing Your Vehicle .................... Stuck Vehicle ................................ Summer Tires ............................... Supplemental Restraint System . 64 . 104 . 198 . 228 . 194 Servicing .................................. SRS Indicator System Components ......................... ................... .................................. Synthetic Oil . 27 . 25, 47 . 20 . 171 Taillights, Changing Bulbs .......... . 183 Taking Care of the Unexpected . 199 Technical Descriptions DOT Tire Quality Grading Emissions Control Systems Three Way Catalytic ＊ .... ..... . 236 . 242 Converter Temperature Gauge ............................... ....................... . 244 . 55 CONTINUED VII 2009 S2000 Index (TPMS) . 18 ................... Tensioners, Seat Belts Theft Protection, Radio ................ . 123 Three Way Catalytic Converter . 244 .. Time, Setting the ............................ . 56 . 194 .................................... Tire Chains . 201 Tire, How to Change a Flat ......... Tire Labeling ................................. . 238 Tire Pressure Monitoring System .................................. ... ........................ .............................. ............................................... .............................. ................................... ........................................ Low Tire Pressure Indicator TPMS Indicator Tire Repair Kit Tires Air Pressure Balancing Chains Checking Wear Compact Spare Tire DOT Tire Quality Grading Inflation Inspection Repairing Replacing Rotation, Do not Snow Specifications ................. .... ...................................... .................................. .................................... ................................... ........................ ........................................... ............................ . 154 . 154 . 155 . 206 . 188 . 190 . 191 . 194 . 190, 192 . 200 . 236 . 189 . 190 . 206 . 192 . 192 . 194 . 235 ................. ＊ VIII Summer Tire Wear ............................. ........................................... ................... Tools, Tire Changing Towing A Trailer, Do Not Emergency Wrecker Trailer, Do Not Tow a Transmission ...................... ................ .................. . 194 . 190 . 201 . 157 . 228 . 157 Checking Fluid Level, Manual ......................... ........................... .............. Transmission Fluid Selection Identification Number Shifting the Manual . 176 . 176 . 233 Transmission Treadwear Trip Meter Trunk ......................... ..................................... ....................................... ................................................ ........ ................................. ............. .................................... Emergency Trunk Opener Opening the Open Monitor Indicator Turn Signals . 147 . 236 . 53 . 65 . 66 . 65 . 47 . 59 Unexpected, Taking Care of the .......................................... . 199 Uniform Tire Quality Grading Unleaded Gasoline Used Oil, How to Dispose of .. . 236 . 128 ........................ ....... . 173 ＊ Vehicle Capacity Load Vehicle Dimensions Vehicle Identification Number Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ) ................. ...................... .... . 139 . 234 . 232 System VSA System Indicator VSA Activation Indicator VSA Off Switch .................................... ................ ........... ......................... ............................. Vehicle Storage Ventilation VIN Viscosity, Oil ............................... ................................................. .................................. . 152 . 50 . 50 . 153 . 198 . 98, 102 . 232 . 171 WARNING, Explanation of Warning Labels, Location of Warranty Coverages ............ ......... .................. . iii . 42 . 249 ＊ 2009 S2000 . 175 . 58 . 188 . 192 . 202 . 75 . 70 Washer, Windshield Wheels Checking the Fluid Level Operation ........ ..................................... ........................................... ............ .............................. ................................ .... Alignment and Balance Wrench, Nut Wind Deflector Windows, Operating the Power Windshield Cleaning Defroster Washers ....................................... ............................. ....................................... Wipers, Windshield Changing Blades Operation Worn Tires Wrecker, Emergency Towing ....................... ..................................... .................................... ..... . 58 . 99, 102 . 58 . 186 . 58 . 193 . 228 ＊ : U.S. only Index IX 2009 S2000 2009 S2000 2009 S2000 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-30 170 detergent oil (see page ). 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 176 ). Capacity: 1.7 US qt (1.6 ) Differential Fluid: SAE 90 viscosity hypoid gear oil. API service classified GL5 or GL6 only (see page 177 ). Fluid change capacity: 0.78 US qt (0.74 ) 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 178 ). 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 ) 2009 S2000 Owner’s Identification OWNER ADDRESS STREET CITY STATE/PROVINCE V. I. N. DELIVERY DATE DEALER NAME ADDRESS (Date sold to original retail purchaser) DEALER NO. STREET ZIP CODE/ POSTAL CODE 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. 2009 S2000 Congratulations on your selection of the 2009 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 messages shown on the information display 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 Honda 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 2009 S2000 Introduction California Proposition 65 Warning WARNING: defects or other reproductive harm. This product contains or emits chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth Event Data Recorders This vehicle is equipped with one or more devices commonly referred to as event data recorders. These devices record front seat belt use, front passenger seat occupancy, airbag deployment data, and the failure of any airbag system component. This data belongs to the vehicle owner and may not be accessed by anyone else except as legally required or with the permission of the vehicle owner. Service Diagnostic Recorders This vehicle is equipped with service-related devices that record information about powertrain performance. The data can be used to verify emissions law requirements and/or help technicians diagnose and solve service problems. It may also be combined with data from other sources for research purposes, but it remains confidential. ii 2009 S2000 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. A Few Words About Safety 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 iii 2009 S2000 Contents 2009 S2000 Online Reference Owner's Manual Owner's Identification Form Introduction .......................................................................................................................................................... i A Few Words About Safety .............................................................................................................................. iii Your Vehicle at a Glance (main controls) .................................................................................................... 3 Driver and Passenger Safety (seat belts, SRS, and child protection) .................................................... 5 Instruments and Controls (indicators, gauges, dashboard and steering column) .................................... 43 Features (heating and cooling ,audio,steering wheel, and cruise control) ...................................................... 95 Before Driving (fuel, vehicle break-in, and cargo loading) ...................................................................... 127 Driving (engine and transmission operation) ................................................................................................ 143 Maintenance (minder, fluid checking, minor services, and vehicle storage)........................................... 159 Taking Care of the Unexpected (flat tire, dead battery, overheating, fuses) ..................................... 199 Technical Information (vehicle specifications, tires, and emissions controls) ....................................... 231 Warranty and Customer Relations (U. S. and Canada only) (warranty and contact information) ... 247 Authorized Manuals (U. S. only) (how to order) ......................................................................................... 251 Index ............................................................................................................................... ........................................ I Service Information Summary ( fluid capacities and tire pressures) 00X31-S2A-6900 Overview of Contents Contents A convenient reference to the sections in this manual. Your Vehicle at a Glance A quick reference to the main controls in your vehicle. Driver and Passenger Safety Important information about the proper use and care of your vehicle’s seat belts, an overview of the supplemental restraint system, and valuable information on how to protect children with child restraints. Instruments and Controls Explains the purpose of each instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to use the controls on the dashboard and steering column. Features How to operate the heating and air conditioning system, the audio system, and other convenience features. Before Driving What gasoline to use, how to break- in your new vehicle, and how to load luggage and other cargo. Driving The proper way to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park. Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada only) A summary of the warranties covering your new vehicle, and how to contact us for any reason. Refer to your warranty manual for detailed information. Maintenance The maintenance minder shows you when you need to take your vehicle to the dealer for maintenance service. There is also a list of things to check and instructions on how to check them. Taking Care of the Unexpected This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and details how to handle them. Technical Information ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information. Authorized Manuals (U.S. only) How to order manuals and other technical literature. Index Service Information Summary A summary of the information you need when you pull up to the fuel pump. 2009 S2000 Your Vehicle at a Glance INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS GAUGES (P.53) (P.46) PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P.26) DRIVER’S FRONT AIRBAG (P.9, 20) POWER DOOR LOCK (P.65) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.70) MIRROR CONTROLS (P.87) U.S. S2000 model is shown. ＊ If equipped ROOF SWITCH ＊ (P.73) REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON (P.61) PASSENGER’S FRONT AIRBAG (P.9, 20) AUDIO SYSTEM ＊ (P.104) MANUAL TRANSMISSION (P.147) HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P.60) 2009 S2000 Your Vehicle at a Glance HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS (P.59) CLOCK BUTTON (P.56) INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS (P.60) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM OFF SWITCH (P.153) REMOTE AUDIO CONTROLS (P.122) ＊ ENGINE START BUTTON (P.146) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.130) CRUISE BUTTON (P.124) HORN ＊ To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel. If equipped 1: 2 : ＊＊ HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS (P.96, 100) ＊ WINDSHIELD WIPERS/ WASHERS (P.58) CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS (P.124) 2009 S2000 Driver and Passenger Safety This section gives you important information about how to protect yourself and your passenger. It shows you how to use seat belts properly. It explains how your airbags work, and it tells you how to properly restrain children in your vehicle. Seat Belts Airbags Protecting Adults and Teens Important Safety Precautions Your Vehicle’s Safety Features ......... ....... ....................................... ........................................... ......... ..... ...................... ............ 1. Close and Lock the Doors 2. Adjust the Seats 3. Adjust the Seat-Backs

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2009 Honda S2000 Owners Manual