2009 Honda S2000 Owners Manual

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. 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 4. Fasten and Position the . 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 ...................... . 17 Lap/Shoulder Belt Automatic Seat Belt . 18 . 18 Tensioners Seat Belt Maintenance ............................... ............... Additional Information About Your . 20 ..................................... . 20 ...... Airbag System Components How Your Airbags Work ........... . 22 .. How the SRS Indicator Works . 25 Airbags Indicator Works How the Passenger Airbag Off ...................... ............................. ... . 26 Airbag Service . 27 Additional Safety Precautions . 28 Protecting Children − General Guidelines ................................ . 29 All Children Must Be Restrained ............................... . 29 Your Vehicle is Not Recommended for Child Passengers .......................... . 30 The Passenger’s Airbag Can Pose Serious Risks Protecting Small Children Selecting a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat Protecting Larger Children . 30 Additional Safety Precautions . 32 . 33 . 34 . 34 . 37 . 37 . 38 ......... ... ............. ..................... .................... ........... Checking Seat Belt Fit ............... Using a Booster Seat .................. When Can a Larger Child Ride ........................ ... ............. ................................... . 39 Additional Safety Precautions . 40 . 41 . 42 Carbon Monoxide Hazard Safety Labels in This Vehicle 2009 S2000 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. Nevercarryaninfantinarear-facing childseatinthisvehicle. If an older child must ride in this vehicle, follow all child safety instructions and warnings in this manual (see pages 29 40 ). − 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 ). 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. 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. 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 161 ). 2009 S2000 (1) (9) (8) (3) (4) (7) (6) (8) (2) (5) (1) Safety Cage (2) Crush Zones (3) Seats and Seat-Backs (4) Head Restraints (5) Collapsible Steering Column (6) Seat Belts (7) Seat Belt Tensioners (8) Front Airbags (9) Door Locks (2) Your Vehicle’s Safety Features Your vehicle is equipped with many features that work together to protect you and your 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. 2009 S2000 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 and a beeper to remind you and your passengers 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. Help protect you in almost every type of crash, including: − − − − frontal impacts side impacts rear impacts rollovers Help keep you from being thrown against the inside of the vehicle and against a passenger. Keep you from being thrown out of the vehicle. Help keep you in a good position should the airbags ever deploy. A good position reduces the risk of injury from an inflating airbag and allows you to get the best advantage from the airbag. Of course, seat belts cannot completely protect you in every crash. But in most cases, seat belts can reduce your risk of serious injury. Always wear Whatyoushoulddo: your seat belt, and make sure you wear it properly. 2009 S2000 Airbags Your vehicle has a supplemental restraint system (SRS) with front airbags to help protect the heads and chests of the driver and a passenger during a moderate to severe frontal collision (see page information on how your airbags work). for more 22 Your Vehicle’s Safety Features The most important things you need to know about your airbags are: Airbagsdonotreplaceseatbelts. They are designed to supplement the seat belts. Airbagsoffernoprotectioninside impacts,rearimpacts,rollovers, orminorfrontalcollisions. Airbagscanposeserioushazards. To do their job, airbags must inflate with tremendous force. So while airbags help save lives, they can cause minor injuries or more serious or even fatal injuries if occupants are not properly restrained or sitting properly. Always wear Whatyoushoulddo: your seat belt properly, and sit upright and as far back from the steering wheel as possible while allowing full control of the vehicle. A passenger should move the seat as far back from the dashboard as possible. The rest of this section gives more detailed information about how you can maximize your safety. Remember, however, that no safety system can prevent all injuries or deaths that can occur in a severe crash, even when seat belts are properly worn and the airbags deploy. 2009 S2000 Protecting Adults and Teens Introduction The following pages provide instructions on how to properly protect the driver, an adult passenger or teenage child large enough and mature enough to drive or ride in your vehicle. See pages 29 how to properly protect a child in a forward-facing child seat or a larger child passenger. for important guidelines on 40 − 1. Close and Lock the Doors After everyone has entered the vehicle, be sure the doors are closed and locked. Your vehicle has door and trunk open indicators on the instrument panel to indicate when either door or the trunk is not tightly closed. 10 2. Adjust the Seats Locking the doors reduces the chance of someone being thrown out of the vehicle during a crash, and it helps prevent a passenger from accidentally opening a door and falling out. Locking the doors also helps prevent an outsider from unexpectedly opening a door when you come to a stop. for how to lock the 65 See page doors, and page open indicator works. 47 for how the door- Adjust the driver’s seat as far to the rear as possible while allowing you to maintain full control of the vehicle. Have a passenger adjust his or her seat as far to the rear as possible. If you sit too close to the steering wheel or dashboard, you can be seriously injured by an inflating front airbag, or by striking the steering wheel or dashboard. 2009 S2000 Sitting too close to a front airbag can result in serious injury or death if the front airbags inflate. Always sit as far back from the front airbags as possible. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Transport Canada recommend that drivers allow at least 10 inches (25 cm) between the center of the steering wheel and the chest. If you cannot get far enough away from the steering wheel and still reach the controls, we recommend that you investigate whether some type of adaptive equipment may help. Once your seat is adjusted correctly, rock it back and forth to make sure the seat is locked in position. See page seats. 69 for how to adjust the Protecting Adults and Teens 3. Adjust the Seat-Backs Adjust the driver’s seat-back to a comfortable, upright position, leaving ample space between your chest and the airbag cover in the center of the steering wheel. A passenger should also adjust their seat-back to a comfortable, upright position. CONTINUED 11 2009 S2000 4. Fasten and Position the Seat Belts Insert the latch plate into the buckle, then tug on the belt to make sure the belt is securely latched. Check that the belt is not twisted, because a twisted belt can cause serious injuries in a crash. Protecting Adults and Teens Reclining a seat-back so that the shoulder part of the belt no longer rests against the occupant’s chest reduces the protective capability of the belt. It also increases the chance of sliding under the belt in a crash and being seriously injured. The farther a seat-back is reclined, the greater the risk of injury. See page 69 seat-backs. for how to adjust the Reclining the seat-back too far can result in serious injury or death in a crash. Adjust the seat-back to an upright position, and sit well back in the seat. 12 Position the lap part of the belt as low as possible across your hips, then pull up on the shoulder part of the belt so the lap part fits snugly. This lets your strong pelvic bones take the force of a crash and reduces the chance of internal injuries. 2009 S2000 If necessary, pull up on the shoulder belt again to remove any slack, then check that the belt rests across the center of your chest and over your shoulder. This spreads the forces of a crash over the strongest bones in your upper body. Improperly positioning the seat belts can cause serious injury or death in a crash. Make sure all seat belts are properly positioned before driving. Neverplacetheshoulderportionofa lap/shoulderbeltunderyourarmor behindyourback. very serious injuries in a crash. This could cause If a seat belt does not seem to work properly, it may not protect the occupant in a crash. Nooneshouldsitinaseatwithan Using a seat inoperativeseatbelt. belt that is not working properly can result in serious injury or death. Have your dealer check the belt as soon as possible. 16 for additional See page information about your seat belts and how to take care of them. Protecting Adults and Teens 5. Maintain a Proper Sitting Position After occupants have adjusted their seats and put on seat belts, it is very important that they continue to sit upright, well back in their seats, with their feet on the floor, until the vehicle is parked and the engine is off. Sitting improperly can increase the chance of injury during a crash. For example, if an occupant slouches, lies down, turns sideways, sits forward, leans forward or sideways, or puts one or both feet up, the chance of injury during a crash is greatly increased. CONTINUED 13 2009 S2000 Protecting Adults and Teens In addition, an occupant who is out of position can be seriously or fatally injured in a crash by striking interior parts of the vehicle or being struck by an inflating front airbag. Sitting improperly or out of position can result in serious injury or death in a crash. Always sit upright, well back in the seat, with your feet on the floor. 14 Advice for Pregnant Women If you are pregnant, the best way to protect yourself and your unborn child when driving or riding in a vehicle is to always wear a seat belt, and keep the lap part of the belt as low as possible across the hips. When driving, remember to sit upright and adjust the seat as far back as possible while allowing full control of the vehicle. When riding as a passenger, adjust the seat as far back as possible. This will reduce the risk of injuries to both you and your unborn child that can be caused by a crash or an inflating front airbag. Each time you have a checkup, ask your doctor if it’s okay for you to drive. 2009 S2000 Additional Safety Precautions Twopeopleshouldneverusethe sameseatbelt. could be very seriously injured in a crash. If they do, they Donotputanyaccessoriesonseat Devices intended to improve belts. occupant comfort or reposition the shoulder part of a seat belt can reduce the protective capability of the belt and increase the chance of serious injury in a crash. Donotplacehardorsharpobjects betweenyourselfandafront Carrying hard or sharp airbag. objects on your lap, or driving with a pipe or other sharp object in your mouth, can result in injuries if your front airbag inflates. Donotattachorplaceobjectson Objects on the theairbagcovers. covers marked ‘‘SRS AIRBAG’’ could interfere with the proper operation of the airbags or be propelled inside the vehicle and hurt someone if the airbags inflate. Protecting Adults and Teens Keepyourhandsandarmsaway If your fromtheairbagcovers. hands or arms are close to an airbag cover, they could be injured if the airbag inflates. 15 2009 S2000 Additional Information About Your Seat Belts Seat Belt System Components Your seat belt system includes lap/ shoulder belts in both seating positions. The seat belts are also equipped with automatic seat belt tensioners. This system uses the same sensors as the front airbags to monitor whether the seat belts are latched or unlatched, and how much weight is on the passenger’s seat (see page 24 ). the beeper stops, the indicator will stop flashing but remain on. If a passenger does not fasten their seat belt, the indicator will come on about 6 seconds after the ignition switch is turned to the ON (II) position. If either the driver or passenger does not fasten their seat belt, the beeper will sound and the indicator will flash again at regular intervals. The seat belt system includes an indicator on the instrument panel and a beeper to remind you and your passenger to fasten your seat belts. When no one is sitting in the passenger’s seat, or a child or small adult is riding there, the indicator should not come on and the beeper should not sound. If the indicator comes on or the beeper sounds when the driver’s seat belt is latched and there is no passenger and no items on the passenger’s seat, something may be interfering with the monitoring system. Look for and remove: Any items under the passenger’s seat. Any objects hanging on the seat. Any object(s) touching the rear of the seat-back. If no obstructions are found, have your vehicle checked by a dealer. This system monitors the seat belts. If you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position before your seat belt is fastened, the beeper will

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