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Page 1: ...Heating and Cooling audio steering wheel and cruise control Before Driving 99 Fuel vehicle break in and cargo loading Driving 111 Engine and transmission operation Maintenance 121 Schedules fluid chec...

Page 2: ...is manual helps to keep your driving trouble free while it preserves your investment When your vehicle needs maintenance keep in mind that your dealer s staff is specially trained in servicing the man...

Page 3: ...important safety information in a variety of forms including This entire book is filled with important safety information please read it carefully how to use this vehicle correctly and safely such as...

Page 4: ...ITCHES MIRROR CONTROLS ROOF SWITCH AUDIO SYSTEM HAZARD WARNING BUTTON P 48 P 102 P 54 P 59 P 66 P 78 P 49 P 62 HEADLIGHTS TURN SIGNALS WINDSHIELD WIPERS WASHERS REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON P 50 P 47 D...

Page 5: ...N SIGNALS HOOD RELEASE HANDLE HORN WINDSHIELD WIPERS WASHERS REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON REMOTE AUDIO CONTROLS P 93 P 48 P 102 P 95 P 47 P 50 P 49 CLOCK SET BUTTON INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS P 114 P...

Page 6: ...mponents 16 Lap Shoulder Belt 16 Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners 17 Seat Belt Maintenance 17 Additional Information About Your Airbags 19 Airbag System Components 19 How Your Front Airbags Work 19 How...

Page 7: ...ow all instructions and warnings in this manual 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 addi...

Page 8: ...r passenger can t take full advantage of these features unless you remain sitting in a proper position and In fact some safety features can contribute to injuries if they are not used properly The fol...

Page 9: ...operly 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 When properly w...

Page 10: ...rly Always wear 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...

Page 11: ...his or her seat as far to the rear as possible After everyone has entered the vehicle be sure the doors are closed and locked Your vehicle has door and trunk monitor indicators on the instrument panel...

Page 12: ...ght position 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...

Page 13: ...injuries in a crash 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...

Page 14: ...h Have your dealer check the belt as soon as possible See page for additional information about your seat belts and how to take care of them If necessary pull up on the belt again to remove any slack...

Page 15: ...regnant 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 In...

Page 16: ...of the airbags or be propelled inside the vehicle and hurt someone if the airbags inflate Carrying hard or sharp objects on your lap or driving with a pipe or other sharp object in your mouth can resu...

Page 17: ...n the belt to make sure the buckle is latched see page for how to properly position the belt To unlock the belt push the red PRESS button on the buckle Guide the belt across your body so that it retra...

Page 18: ...d protection the seat belts are equipped with automatic seat belt tensioners When activated the tensioners immediately tighten the belts to help hold the driver and a passenger in place Pull each belt...

Page 19: ...replaced For information on how to clean your seat belts see page 145 Additional Information About Your Seat Belts 18 Not checking or maintaining seat belts can result in serious injury or death if th...

Page 20: ...the ignition switch is in the ON II position An indicator on the instrument panel that alerts you to a possible problem with your airbags sensors or seat belt tensioners see page Emergency backup pow...

Page 21: ...that the airbags deployed until they see them lying in their laps After a crash you may see what looks like smoke This is actually powder from the airbag s surface Although the powder is not harmful...

Page 22: ...tually maintenance free and there are no parts you can safely service However you must have your vehicle serviced if Any airbag that has deployed must be replaced along with the control unit and seat...

Page 23: ...d cause the airbags to deploy possibly causing very serious injury Additional Information About Your Airbags Do not attempt to deactivate your airbags Do not tamper with airbag components or wiring fo...

Page 24: ...ate and Canadian province requires that infants and children be properly restrained when they ride in a vehicle see pages see pages 30 28 31 34 properly All Children Must Be Restrained Any child who i...

Page 25: ...fant If the vehicle seat is too far forward or the child s head is thrown forward during a collision an inflating front airbag can strike the child with enough force to kill or very seriously injure a...

Page 26: ...s yourvehicle has glabelsonthedashboard models and onthe driver sand ger s visors Please read and heinstructionsonthese U S Models SunVisor ProtectingChildren GeneralGuide Dashboard Canadian Models Su...

Page 27: ...key in the ignition switch can accidentally set the vehicle in motion possibly injuring themselves or others Children who play in vehicles can accidentally get trapped inside Teach your children not t...

Page 28: ...ht or height limit for the seat A child who is at least one year old and who fits within the child seat maker s weight and height limits should be restrained in a forward facing upright child seat Of...

Page 29: ...to be rock solid Some side to side movement can be expected and should not reduce the child seat s effectiveness If the child seat is not secure use a different style of child seat that can be firmly...

Page 30: ...lap shoulder belt In addition the passenger s lap shoulder belt has a locking mechanism that must be activated to secure a child seat Move the vehicle seat to the rear most position Moving the seat a...

Page 31: ...unlatch the belt allow it to retract fully then repeat these steps To deactivate the locking mechanism and remove a child seat unlatch the buckle unroute the seat belt and let the belt fully retract A...

Page 32: ...end 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 properl...

Page 33: ...ntil 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 to drive Booster seats can be high back or low back Whichever styl...

Page 34: ...nt 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 positi...

Page 35: ...to improve a 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 Additional Safety Precautions Do not...

Page 36: ...ected 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 With the trunk open...

Page 37: ...e serious Read these labels carefully el comes off or becomes hard except for the U S ard label which may be d by the owner contact your or a replacement HBOARD models only RADIATOR SRS BATTERY SEAT B...

Page 38: ...ing Wheel 46 Windshield Wipers and Washers 47 Turn Signal and Headlights 48 Instrument Panel Brightness 49 Hazard Warning Button 49 Rear Window Defogger 50 Keys and Locks 51 Immobilizer System 52 Igni...

Page 39: ...SYSTEM HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING HAZARD WARNING BUTTON P 102 P 59 P 66 P 74 P 78 P 49 P 62 POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH P 54 ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET P 69 MANUAL TRANSMISSION P 115 HEADLIGHT TURNS SIGNALS...

Page 40: ...ILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP P 43 P 42 P 41 P 42 P 42 P 40 P 41 P 41 P 42 CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR CRUISE CON...

Page 41: ...not fasten your seat belt before the beeper stops the indicator stops flashing but remains on If you continue driving without fastening your seat belt the beeper sounds and the indicator flashes agai...

Page 42: ...t comes on at any other time there is a problem with the ABS If this happens have your vehicle checked at a dealer With this indicator on your vehicle still has normal braking ability but no anti lock...

Page 43: ...engine will not start see page This indicator comes on with the high beam headlights For more information see page This indicator comes on when you turn the ignition switch to ON II with the headlight...

Page 44: ...you exceed 7 500 miles 12 000 km the indicator stays on Turn off the engine Press and hold the TRIP button then turn the ignition switch to ON II Hold the button until the indicator goes off Your deal...

Page 45: ...s to 0 0 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 T...

Page 46: ...lightly more or less than the actual amount 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 suc...

Page 47: ...OTE AUDIO CONTROLS HOOD RELEASE HANDLE INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS HEADLIGHTS TURN SIGNALS ENGINE START BUTTON HORN WINDSHIELD WIPERS WASHERS REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON P 48 P 93 P 102 P 95 P 47 P 50...

Page 48: ...seconds In low speed and high speed the wipers run continuously The wipers run at high speed The wipers run at low speed Pull the wiper control lever toward you and hold it The washers spray until yo...

Page 49: ...the high beams The blue high beam indicator will come on see page Pull the lever back to return to the low beams To flash the high beams pull the lever back lightly then release it The high beams wil...

Page 50: ...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 Adjust the brightness to the desired level with the headlight swi...

Page 51: ...s 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...

Page 52: ...lectronic 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 humid...

Page 53: ...cannot start your 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 As require...

Page 54: ...open the driver s door Remove the key to turn off the beeper You can operate the audio system and the accessory power socket in this position You can insert or remove the key only in this position To...

Page 55: ...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 i...

Page 56: ...gas from getting into the interior See on page As a safety feature your 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 lev...

Page 57: ...ot lock or unlock the doors with the remote transmitter if either door is not fully closed or the key is in the ignition switch Press this button for about 1 second to open the trunk You cannot open t...

Page 58: ...owing two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Changes or modif...

Page 59: ...make sure it is locked in position To change the seat back angle pull up on the lever on the outside of the seat bottom Make all seat adjustments before you start driving See pages for important safe...

Page 60: ...he passenger s window push down on the switch and hold it until the window reaches the desired position To close the window pull back on the window switch Release the switch when the window gets to th...

Page 61: ...ow switch down lightly and hold it The window will stop as soon as you release the switch The AUTO function only works to lower the driver s window To raise the window you must pull back on the window...

Page 62: ...he ignition switch to ON II There is a latch on each side Push in the tabs and pull the locking levers down 1 2 3 CONTINUED Convertible Top Lowering the Convertible Top Instruments and Controls 61 LAT...

Page 63: ...lf 4 5 Convertible Top 62 LOCKING LEVER ROOF SWITCH Operating the convertible top while any part of a passenger is in the way of the convertible top can cause serious injury Make sure that you your pa...

Page 64: ...the trunk and lay it into position behind the roll bar Hold the cover in place with its snap on the driver s side of the roll bar aligned with the pin on the roll bar Press on both sides of the snap...

Page 65: ...s side of the cover and align its snap with the pin on the trim panel behind the door Press on both sides of the snap to attach it to the pin Pull down the strap on the driver s side of the cover and...

Page 66: ...craper or de icing chemicals to remove frost snow or ice from the top or the rear window Every 3 to 6 months depending on how often the top is folded rub a thin film of Shin Etsu Silicon Grease availa...

Page 67: ...ly a low pressure water stream when using a hose and avoid commercial car washes The inside mirror has day and night positions The night position reduces glare from headlights behind you Flip the tab...

Page 68: ...nish move the selector switch to the center off position This turns the adjustment switch off to keep your settings To apply the parking brake pull the lever up fully To release it pull up slightly pu...

Page 69: ...Interior Convenience Items 68 BEVERAGE HOLDER CONSOLE COMPARTMENT ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET AUDIO PANEL Main Menu Table of Contents...

Page 70: ...intended to supply power for 12 volt DC accessories that are rated 120 watts or less 10 amps The area between the seats has two compartments Open the lower compartment by squeezing the handle Close i...

Page 71: ...ever and lift the lid To close lower the lid and push it down until it latches To open the audio panel push on the top center and let the panel swing down To close pivot the panel up and push on it un...

Page 72: ...bulbs in the interior light can be turned on separately by the pushbutton switches next to them Push the switch to turn the light on or off The interior light has a three position switch ON Door Acti...

Page 73: ...r conditioning systems in your vehicle provide a comfortable driving environment in all weather conditions Vents Heating and A C 74 Playing the Radio 78 Radio Reception 81 Playing the XM Satellite Rad...

Page 74: ...Vents Heating and A C 74 AIR CONDITIONING BUTTON FAN CONTROL LEVER MODE CONTROL DIAL TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON RECIRCULATION BUTTON Main Menu Table of Contents...

Page 75: ...the vents in the dashboard and the floor vents When the recirculation indicator is on air from the vehicle s interior is sent through the system again Recirculation mode When the indicator is off air...

Page 76: ...sired speed Adjust the warmth of the air with the temperature control dial The heater uses engine coolant to warm the air If the engine is cold it will be several minutes before you feel warm air comi...

Page 77: ...ch to another mode from the A C stays on Press the A C button to turn it off Set the fan to the desired speed Select high for faster defrosting Select The system automatically switches to Fresh Air mo...

Page 78: ...Playing the Radio 78 SCAN BUTTON TUNE KNOB SEEK BAR AM FM BUTTON STEREO INDICATOR SCAN INDICATOR PRESET BUTTONS AUTO SELECT BUTTON AUTO SELECT INDICATOR POWER VOLUME KNOB Main Menu Table of Contents...

Page 79: ...n the selected band To activate it press the SCAN button then release it You will see SCAN in the display The system will scan for a station with a strong signal When it finds one it will stop and pla...

Page 80: ...preset buttons as previously described Adjust the Balance or side to side strength of the sound Adjust the Fader or the front to back strength of the sound Adjust the Treble in the sound Adjust the Ba...

Page 81: ...30 540 550 Stations on the FM band are assigned frequencies at least 0 2 megahertz apart 87 9 88 1 88 3 Stations must use these exact frequencies It is fairly common for stations to round off the freq...

Page 82: ...ected by atmospheric conditions such as thunderstorms high humidity and even sunspots You may be able to receive a distant radio station one day and not receive it the next day because of a change in...

Page 83: ...adio also allows you to view channel and category selections in the audio display Your vehicle is capable of receiving XM Satellite Radio anywhere in the United States except Hawaii and Alaska Optiona...

Page 84: ...splay to show the 6 remaining letters beyond the first 10 letters in an artist s name or song title The system is set up so only 16 letters can be displayed for any title or name Press MORE to view th...

Page 85: ...ress and hold the button until you hear a beep Once a channel is stored simply press and release the proper preset button to tune to it The presets will be lost if your vehicle s battery goes dead is...

Page 86: ...ers are placed in major metropolitan areas Satellite signals are more likely to be blocked by tall buildings and mountains the farther north you travel from the equator Playing the XM Satellite Radio...

Page 87: ...XM Radio at or at 1 800 852 9696 You will need to give them your radio I D number and your credit card number To get your radio I D number turn the TUNE knob until 0 appears in the display Your I D w...

Page 88: ...Playing a CD 88 CD BUTTON RANDOM INDICATOR EJECT BUTTON SEEK SKIP BAR CD SLOT AM FM BUTTON REPEAT INDICATOR REPEAT BUTTON RANDOM BUTTON POWER VOLUME KNOB Main Menu Table of Contents...

Page 89: ...ystem back on the CD will begin playing where it left off Each time you press and release the side of the skip bar the player skips forward to the beginning of the next track Press and release the sid...

Page 90: ...he in dash CD player Load the desired CDs in the magazine and load the magazine in the changer according to the instructions that came with the unit To select the CD changer press the CD button The CD...

Page 91: ...possibly jam in the drive Press the EJECT button and pull out the CD Check if the CD is inserted correctly in the CD player Make sure the CD is not scratched or damaged Press the EJECT button and pul...

Page 92: ...e eject button and pull out the magazine check for error message Insert the magazine again If the error message does not disappear or the magazine cannot be pulled out consult your dealer Insert CD Pr...

Page 93: ...AM FM1 FM2 or CD if a CD is loaded XM1 XM2 if you have the optional satellite radio feature The CHANNEL button has two functions depending on whether you are listening to the radio or playing a CD If...

Page 94: ...m s code and serial numbers It is best to store this card in a safe place at home In addition you should write the audio system s serial number in this Owner s Manual If your vehicle s battery is disc...

Page 95: ...dicator on the instrument panel comes on to show the system is now activated Accelerate to the desired cruising speed above 25 mph 40 km h 1 2 3 CONTINUED Cruise Control Using the Cruise Control Featu...

Page 96: ...w down about 1 mph 1 6 km h Tap the brake or clutch pedal lightly with your foot The CRUISE CONTROL indicator on the instrument panel goes out When the vehicle slows to the desired speed press the SET...

Page 97: ...n on the steering wheel Push the Cruise Control Master Button Pressing the Cruise Control Master Button turns the system off and erases the previous cruising speed When you push the CANCEL button or t...

Page 98: ...n this section will help you If you plan to add any accessories to your vehicle please read the information in this section first Break in Period 100 Fuel Recommendation 100 Service Station Procedures...

Page 99: ...g detergent additives that help prevent fuel system and engine deposits In addition in order to maintain good performance fuel economy and emissions control we strongly recommend in areas where it is...

Page 100: ...perature changes even though the tank is not full there may be a problem with your vehicle s fuel vapor recovery system The system helps keep fuel vapors from going into the atmosphere Try filling at...

Page 101: ...the hood latch handle moves stiffly or if you can open the hood without lifting the handle the mechanism should be cleaned and lubricated Pull the support rod out of its clip and insert the end into t...

Page 102: ...all the way back in its hole Wipe off the dipstick with a clean cloth or paper towel To close the hood lift it up slightly to remove the support rod from the hole Put the support rod back into its hol...

Page 103: ...ling resistance Frequent cleaning helps your fuel mileage and reduces the chance of corrosion Drive moderately Rapid acceleration abrupt cornering and hard braking use more fuel Always drive in the hi...

Page 104: ...on Honda accessories may fit on your vehicle they may not meet factory specifications and could adversely affect your vehicle s handling and stability When properly installed cellular phones alarms tw...

Page 105: ...ound clearance can allow the undercarriage to hit speed bumps or other raised objects which could cause the airbags to deploy Raising your vehicle with a non Honda suspension kit can affect the handli...

Page 106: ...too much cargo or improperly storing it can affect your vehicle s handling stability stopping distance and tires which may make it unsafe Before carrying any type of cargo be sure to read the followin...

Page 107: ...d weight of the driver and passenger from 400 pounds or 185 kilograms The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity For example if the maximum load is 400 lbs and...

Page 108: ...ms on the bottom and as far forward as possible Be sure items placed on the floor behind the seats cannot roll under the seats and interfere with the driver s ability to operate the pedals or the prop...

Page 109: ...al transmission It also includes important information on parking your vehicle and the braking system Driving Guidelines 112 Preparing to Drive 113 Starting the Engine 114 Manual Transmission 115 Park...

Page 110: ...damage a wheel Slow down under these conditions Your vehicle is designed to give you optimum handling and performance on well maintained roads As part of this design your vehicle has a minimum of grou...

Page 111: ...astened his or her seat belt see page When you start the engine check the gauges and indicators in the instrument panel see page Check the seat adjustment see page Check the adjustment of the inside a...

Page 112: ...all the way down and hold it there while starting to clear flooding If the engine still does not start return to step 6 If the engine does not start within 15 seconds or starts but stalls right away r...

Page 113: ...rs for a moment This stops the gears so they won t grind When slowing down you can get extra braking from the engine by shifting to a lower gear This extra braking can help you maintain a safe speed a...

Page 114: ...Neutral gate Then push the shift lever down and shift to Reverse Shift Up 1st to 2nd 2nd to 3rd 3rd to 4th 4th to 5th 5th to 6th Normal Acceleration 15 mph 24 km h 25 mph 40 km h 40 mph 64 km h 47 mp...

Page 115: ...the rear brakes Resting your foot on the pedal keeps the brakes applied lightly builds up heat and reduces their effectiveness It also keeps your brake lights on all the time confusing drivers behind...

Page 116: ...d to press on the brake pedal very hard before the ABS activates However you may feel the ABS activate immediately if you are trying to stop on snow or ice The hydraulic system that operates the brake...

Page 117: ...or off the road on loose or uneven surfaces such as gravel or snow than a vehicle without anti lock Your vehicle is not designed to tow a trailer attempting to do so can void your warranties it only h...

Page 118: ...nance tasks on your vehicle you may want to purchase the Service Manual See page for information on how to obtain a copy or see your dealer Maintenance Safety 122 Maintenance Schedule 123 Maintenance...

Page 119: ...exhaust system cool before touching any parts Do not run the engine unless instructed to do so Some of the most important safety precautions are given here However we cannot warn you of every conceiva...

Page 120: ...llowing pages Follow the Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions if you drive your vehicle MAINLY under one or more of the following conditions Driving less than 5 miles 8 km per trip or in freezin...

Page 121: ...or mileage period to ensure long term reliability You should check the following items at the specified intervals If you are unsure of how to perform any check turn to the appropriate page listed Engi...

Page 122: ...ce dust and pollen filter Replace air cleaner element Replace spark plugs Inspect valve clearance Replace manual transmission fluid Replace rear differential fluid Inspect idle speed Replace engine co...

Page 123: ...s 192 000 km or 10 years then every 60 000 miles 96 000 km or 5 years Every 3 years independent of mileage See information on maintenance and emissions warranty middle column page See dust and pollen...

Page 124: ...r stamp mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date 54 000 km 60 000 km 66 000 km 72 000 km 78 000 km 84 000 km 90 000 km 96 000 km Signature or dealer stam...

Page 125: ...00 km 108 000 km 114 000 km 120 000 km 126 000 km 132 000 km 138 000 km 144 000 km Signature or dealer stamp mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date 150...

Page 126: ...250 mi 135 000 mi 138 750 mi 142 500 mi 146 250 mi 150 000 mi Signature or dealer stamp mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date 198 000 km 204 000 km 2...

Page 127: ...uid Locations 130 WASHER FLUID Blue cap ENGINE OIL FILL CAP CLUTCH FLUID Gray cap BRAKE FLUID Gray cap ENGINE COOLANT RESERVOIR ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK Black handle RADIATOR CAP Main Menu Table of Content...

Page 128: ...ed that you use Honda motor oil in your vehicle for as long as you own it Unscrew and remove the engine oil fill cap on top of the valve cover Pour in the oil slowly and carefully so you do not spill...

Page 129: ...s Additives may adversely affect your engine s or transmission s performance and durability Always change the oil and filter according to the recommendations in the maintenance schedule The oil and fi...

Page 130: ...cap Remove the oil drain bolt and washer from the bottom of the engine Drain the oil into an appropriate container Install the engine oil fill cap Start the engine The oil pressure indicator should go...

Page 131: ...oon as possible If the coolant level in the reserve tank is at or below the MIN line add coolant to bring it up to the MAX line Inspect the cooling system for leaks Always use Honda All Season Antifre...

Page 132: ...n up any spill immediately it could damage components in the engine compartment Put the radiator cap on and tighten it fully Pour coolant into the reserve tank Fill it to halfway between the MAX and M...

Page 133: ...ather When you refill the reservoir clean the edges of the windshield wiper blades with windshield washer fluid on a clean cloth This will help to condition them Windshield Washers 136 LEVEL GAUGE RES...

Page 134: ...commen dations in the maintenance schedule If you are not sure how to check and add fluid contact your dealer Check the fluid level with the transmission at normal operating temperature and the vehicl...

Page 135: ...e If you are not sure how to check and add fluid contact your dealer Check the fluid level with the differential at normal operating temperature and the vehicle sitting on level ground Remove the diff...

Page 136: ...oir If it is not add brake fluid to bring it up to that level Use the same fluid specified for the brake system Replace the brake fluid according to the time recommendation in the maintenance schedule...

Page 137: ...ng a high beam headlight bulb handle it by its base and protect the glass from contact with your skin or hard objects If you touch the glass clean it with denatured alcohol and a clean cloth The headl...

Page 138: ...the socket back into the headlight assembly Make sure the bulb is installed correctly by looking through the headlight lens The pins on the base of the bulb should fit in the holes in the headlight as...

Page 139: ...move the socket from the headlight assembly by turning it one quarter turn counterclockwise Pull the bulb straight out of its socket Insert the socket back into the headlight assembly Turn it clockwis...

Page 140: ...ht out of its socket Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it bottoms Put the bulb holder back into its hole in the lens and turn it clockwise until it locks Turn on the lights to make sure...

Page 141: ...s in then pull the fastener out Pull the lining back Remove the socket by turning it one quarter turn counterclockwise Remove the burned out bulb by pulling it straight out of its socket Determine whi...

Page 142: ...ks the center is flush with the head Turn on the lights to make sure the new bulb is working If your seat belts get dirty use a soft brush with a mixture of mild soap and warm water to clean them Do n...

Page 143: ...Do not put additional floor mats on top of the anchored mat This filter removes the dust and pollen that is brought in from the outside through the heating and cooling system Have your dealer replace...

Page 144: ...he lock tab Hold the lock tab in while you push the blade assembly toward the base of the arm Remove the blade from its holder by grasping the tabbed end of the blade Pull firmly until the tabs come o...

Page 145: ...against the windshield To safely operate your vehicle your tires must be the proper type and size in good condition with adequate tread and correctly inflated The following pages give more detailed in...

Page 146: ...essures when the tires are cold This means the vehicle has been parked for at least three hours or driven less than 1 mile 1 6 km Add or release air if needed to match the recommended cold tire pressu...

Page 147: ...wear indicators The following chart shows the recommended cold tire pressures for most normal and high speed driving conditions Every time you check inflation you should also examine the tires for da...

Page 148: ...de superior grip during acceleration braking and cornering As a trade off they will wear more rapidly than tires used on ordinary passenger vehicles Because of the vehicle s weight distribution and th...

Page 149: ...just one tire can seriously affect your vehicle s handling Replacement wheels are available at your dealer If you ever replace a wheel make sure that the wheel s specifications match those of the ori...

Page 150: ...marked M S or All Season on the sidewall have an all weather tread design suitable for most winter driving conditions For the best performance in snowy or icy conditions you should install snow tires...

Page 151: ...nce is needed see your dealer or a qualified technician Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds If you need to connect the battery to a charger disconnect both...

Page 152: ...breathable cover one made from a porous material such as cotton Non porous materials such as plastic sheeting trap moisture which can damage the paint If you store your vehicle for 1 year or longer h...

Page 153: ...d instructions on getting your vehicle towed Compact Spare Tire 158 Changing a Flat Tire 159 If the Engine Won t Start 164 Jump Starting 166 If the Engine Overheats 167 Low Oil Pressure Indicator 170...

Page 154: ...ting a regular tire Check the inflation pressure of the compact spare tire every time you check the other tires It should be inflated to Never exceed 50 mph 80 km h This tire gives a harsher ride and...

Page 155: ...LOCK 0 Have your passenger get out of the vehicle while you change the tire Open the trunk Lift up the tool box lid and take the jack wheel wrench and extension out of the tool box The compact spare t...

Page 156: ...n each wheel nut 1 2 turn with the wheel nut wrench Place the jack under the jacking point nearest the tire you need to change Turn the end bracket clockwise until the top of the jack contacts the jac...

Page 157: ...the wheel and hub with a clean cloth Wipe the hub carefully it may be hot from driving Remove the wheel nuts then remove the flat tire Handle the wheel nuts carefully they may be hot from driving Plac...

Page 158: ...mly against the hub Do not try to tighten them fully Lower the vehicle to the ground and remove the jack Tighten the wheel nuts securely in a crisscross pattern Have the wheel nut torque checked at th...

Page 159: ...ck wheel wrench and extension in the tool box Place the tool box into the spare tire shelf in the trunk Replace the spare tire cover Secure it with the three clips Push each clip in securely and pivot...

Page 160: ...ese things Check the transmission interlock The clutch pedal must be pushed all the way to the floor or the starter will not operate Turn the ignition switch to ON II Turn on the headlights and check...

Page 161: ...ing wrong you will need a qualified technician to find the problem See on page There may be an electrical problem such as no power to the fuel pump Check all the fuses see page Are you using a properl...

Page 162: ...to the positive terminal on your battery Connect the other end to the positive terminal on the booster battery Turn off all the electrical accessories heater A C audio system lights etc Put the transm...

Page 163: ...bles away from each other and any metal on the vehicle until everything is disconnected Otherwise you may cause an electrical short Start your vehicle If the starter motor still operates slowly check...

Page 164: ...point then continue driving If you see steam and or spray coming from under the hood turn off the engine Wait until you see no more signs of steam or spray then open the hood Safely pull to the side o...

Page 165: ...mperature stays normal check the coolant level in the radiator reserve tank If it has gone down add coolant to the MAX mark Put the cap back on tightly Start the engine and set the temperature control...

Page 166: ...eing charged Immediately turn off all electrical accessories Try not to use other electrically operated controls such as the power windows Keep the engine running starting the engine will discharge th...

Page 167: ...e indicator off immediately it takes at least three days of normal driving Your vehicle has certain readiness codes that are part of the on board diagnostics for the emissions systems In some states p...

Page 168: ...will feel the brake pedal go down much farther before the vehicle begins to slow down and you will have to press harder on the pedal Slow down by shifting to a lower gear and pull to the side of the r...

Page 169: ...e you can close it manually Locate the electrical connector for the convertible top motor It is under the lower corner of the dashboard on the passenger s side Disconnect the connector by pushing the...

Page 170: ...imary under hood fuse box is on the passenger s side next to the battery To open it push the two tabs as shown The auxiliary fuse box is on the driver s side near the brake fluid reservoir To open it...

Page 171: ...by looking through the top at the wire inside Removing these fuses requires a Phillips head screwdriver If something electrical in your vehicle stops working check for a blown fuse first Determine fr...

Page 172: ...f the spare fuses of the same rating or lower If the radio fuse is removed the audio system will disable itself The next time you turn on the radio you will see Code in the frequency display Use the p...

Page 173: ...p Interior Light Small Lights Radio Starter Signal Heater Control Cooling Fan Relay Power Mirrors Right Power Window Left Power Window Not used Not used Not used Windshield Wiper Auto Stop Signal Wash...

Page 174: ...Hazard Warning Lights Cooling Fan Not used Stop Left Headlight ABS F S ABS Motor Battery IG1 Main 1 2 3 4 5 20 A 70 A 60 A Rear Window Defogger Not used Not used EPS Air Pump Lighting 1 Relay Lightin...

Page 175: ...see the previous column For very short distances such as freeing the vehicle you can use the detachable towing hook that mounts on the anchors in the front and rear bumpers To use the towing hook Remo...

Page 176: ...nd 4 If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck 180 To avoid damage to your vehicle use the towing hook for straight flat ground towing only Do not tow at an angle The tow hook should not be used to tow the vehicle o...

Page 177: ...uality Grading 186 Treadwear 186 Traction 186 Temperature 187 Tire Labeling 188 Emissions Controls 189 The Clean Air Act 189 Crankcase Emissions Control System 189 Evaporative Emissions Control System...

Page 178: ...hicle The easiest place to find the VIN is on a plate fastened to the top of the dashboard You can see it by looking through the windshield on the driver s side It is also on the Certification label a...

Page 179: ...underneath the transmission The Engine Number is stamped on the front right corner of the engine block below the valve cover Identification Numbers Technical Information 183 TRANSMISSION NUMBER ENGIN...

Page 180: ...driver s doorjamb Water cooled 4 stroke DOHC VTEC 4 cylinder gasoline engine Type Bore x Stroke Displacement Compression ratio Spark plugs Spark Plug Gap 0 04 in 1 1 mm PK22PR L11S PFR7G 11S Includin...

Page 181: ...V 12 V 12 V 12 V 5 W 5 W 5 W 5 W 21 W Headlights Daytime running lights Front turn signal lights Rear turn signal lights Front side marker parking lights Back up lights License plate light Interior li...

Page 182: ...nces in road characteristics and climate The traction grades from highest to lowest are AA A B and C Those grades represent the tire s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled cond...

Page 183: ...nds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory tes...

Page 184: ...nd letters that look like the following example TIN This indicates that the tire meets all requirements of the U S Department of Transportation Manufacturer s identification mark Tire type code Date o...

Page 185: ...take manifold They are then drawn into the engine and burned As gasoline evaporates in the fuel tank an evaporative emissions control canister filled with charcoal adsorbs the vapor It is stored in th...

Page 186: ...e engine is cold The three way catalytic converter is in the exhaust system Through chemical reactions it converts HC CO and NOx in the engine s exhaust to carbon dioxide CO nitrogen N and water vapor...

Page 187: ...at come near it Park your vehicle away from high grass dry leaves or other flamma bles A defective three way catalytic converter contributes to air pollution and can impair your engine s per formance...

Page 188: ...ouching the accelerator pedal start the engine and let it idle for 20 seconds Keep the vehicle in Neutral Increase the engine speed to 2 000 rpm and hold it there until the temperature gauge rises to...

Page 189: ...Customer Service Information 194 Warranty Coverages 195 Reporting Safety Defects U S Vehicles 196 Authorized Manuals 197 Warranty and Customer Relations Warranty and Customer Relations 193 Main Menu...

Page 190: ...this information Vehicle Identification Number see page Name and address of the dealer who services your vehicle Date of purchase Mileage on your vehicle Your name address and tele phone number A deta...

Page 191: ...ealer all exterior body panels are covered for rust through from the inside for the specified time period with no mileage limit Restrictions and exclusions apply to all these warranties Please read th...

Page 192: ...efect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or American Honda Motor Co Inc To cont...

Page 193: ...anual 2005 Honda S2000 Owner s Manual 2005 Honda S2000 Honda Service History 2005 Honda S2000 Quick Start Guide Order Form for Previous Years Indicate Year and Model Desired Price Each 70 00 50 00 44...

Page 194: ...name and also the name of the person to whose attention the shipment should be sent For purchases outside U S A please write to the address shown below for a quotation P O BOX 07280 DETROIT MICHIGAN 4...

Page 195: ...older 69 Booster Seats 32 Brakes 117 Anti lock System ABS 118 Break in New Linings 100 Fluid 139 Parking 67 System Design 118 System Indicator 40 172 Wear Indicators 118 Braking System 117 Break in Ne...

Page 196: ...dicator 172 Changing a Flat Tire 159 Charging System Indicator 170 Checking the Fuses 174 Closing the Convertible Top 173 Hazard Warning Flashers 49 Jump Starting 166 Low Oil Pressure Indicator 170 Ch...

Page 197: ...9 Emergency Towing 179 Emergency Trunk Opener 55 Emissions Controls 189 Emissions Testing State 192 Engine Adding Engine Coolant 134 Coolant Temperature Gauge 45 If It Won t Start 164 Malfunction Indi...

Page 198: ...System 40 170 Cruise Control 41 Door open 41 DRL Daytime Running Lights 42 EPS Electrical Power Steering 41 High Beam 42 Key Immobilizer System 42 Low Fuel 42 Low Oil Pressure 40 170 Maintenance Requ...

Page 199: ...171 Manual Transmission 115 Manual Transmission Fluid 137 Meters Gauges 44 Methanol in Gasoline 100 Mirrors Adjusting 66 Modifying Your Vehicle 106 Panel Brightness Control 49 Parking 117 Parking Brak...

Page 200: ...Bulbs 140 Schedule 123 Tires 152 Wiper Blades 147 Replacing Seat Belts After a Crash 17 Reporting Safety Defects 196 Reserve Tank Engine Coolant 104 134 Restraint Child 23 Reverse Lockout 116 Rotation...

Page 201: ...m Components 19 Synthetic Oil 132 Taillights Changing Bulbs 144 Taking Care of the Unexpected 157 Technical Descriptions DOT Tire Quality Grading 186 Emissions Control Systems 189 Three Way Catalytic...

Page 202: ...of ii Warning Labels Location of 36 Warranty Coverages 195 Washer Windshield Checking the Fluid Level 136 Operation 47 Wheels 152 Alignment and Balance 151 Wrench Nut 160 Windows Operating the Power 5...

Page 203: ...8 Premium unleaded gasoline pump octane number of 91 or higher Oil change capacity including filter Front Rear API premium grade 10W 30 detergent oil see page Front Honda Manual Transmission Fluid pr...

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