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Accessories

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ACCESSORY (Ignition Key

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Position)

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Accessory Power Socket

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Additives, Engine Oil

144

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Airbag (SRS)

9, 20

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Air Conditioning System

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Usage

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Air Pressure, Tires

162

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Alcohol in Gasoline

108

AM/FM Stereo Radio

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Reception

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Antifreeze

146

Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)

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Indicator .

47, 127

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Operation

126

Anti-theft Steering Column Lock .

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Anti-theft System

102

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Audio Panel

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Audio System

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Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners

. 18

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Automatic Speed Control

103

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Back-up Light Replacement

156

Battery

Charging System

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Indicator

46, 182

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Jump Starting

178

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Maintenance

166

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Specifications

197

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Before Driving

107

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Belts, Seat

. 8, 16

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Beverage Holder

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Booster Seats

. 37

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Brakes

125

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Anti-lock System (ABS)

126

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Break-in, New Linings

108

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Fluid

151

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Parking

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System Design

126

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System Indicator

46, 184

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Wear Indicators

126

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Braking System

125

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Break-in, New Vehicle

108

Brightness Control, Instruments .

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Brights, Headlights

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Bulb Replacement

152

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Back-up Lights

156

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Headlights

152

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Side Turn Signal Lights

155

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Specifications

197

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Turn Signal Lights

154, 156

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Bulbs, Halogen

152

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Capacities Chart

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Carbon Monoxide Hazard

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Cargo, How to Carry

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CAUTION, Explanation of

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CD Care

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CD Changer

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CD Changer Error Messages

100

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CD Error Messages

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CD Player

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Certification Label

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Chains, Tires

165

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Changing a Flat Tire

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Summary of Contents for 2006 S2000

Page 1: ...s Before Driving 107 What gasoline to use how to break in your new vehicle and how to load luggage and other cargo Driving 119 The proper way to start the engine shift the transmission and park plus t...

Page 2: ...ended to help you avoid damage to your vehicle other property or the environment Event Data Recorders This vehicle is equipped with one or more recording devices commonly referred to as event data rec...

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: ...OOF SWITCH AUDIO SYSTEM INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS GAUGES PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR MANUAL TRANSMISSION REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON HAZARD WARNING BUTTON P 46 P 51 P 63 P 68 P 75 P 71 P 59 P 58...

Page 5: ...E HANDLE HORN WINDSHIELD WIPERS WASHERS REMOTE AUDIO CONTROLS CLOCK SET BUTTON INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS CRUISE CONTROL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING P 101 P 122 P 57 P 110 P 103 P 103 P 56 P 82 P 58...

Page 6: ...Belt 17 Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners 18 Seat Belt Maintenance 18 Additional Information About Your Airbags 20 Airbag System Components 20 How Your Front Airbags Work 22 How the SRS Indicator Works...

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: ...t 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 When proper...

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: ...heir seat belt while driving the beeper will sound and the indicator will flash again at regular intervals When no one is sitting in the passenger s seat or a small child is riding there the indicator...

Page 18: ...you move freely in your seat while it keeps some tension on the belt During a collision or sudden stop the retractor automatically locks the belt to help restrain your body The passenger s seat belt h...

Page 19: ...ger in place If the seat belt tensioners ever activate they must be replaced because the belts would no longer retract properly Pull each belt out fully and look for frays cuts burns and wear Check th...

Page 20: ...sh they must be replaced Additional Information About Your Seat Belts Driver and Passenger Safety 19 Not checking or maintaining seat belts can result in serious injury or death if the seat belts do n...

Page 21: ...7 8 6 4 5 4 6 9 1 Driver s Airbag 2 Passenger s Airbag 3 Control Unit 4 Front Seat Belt Tensioners 5 Driver s Seat Position Sensor 6 Passenger s Weight Sensors 7 Passenger s Weight Sensor Unit 8 Front...

Page 22: ...ront impact Automatic seat belt tensioners see page An indicator on the dashboard that alerts you that the passenger s airbag has been turned off see page Weight sensors and unit that monitor the weig...

Page 23: ...to severe frontal collision sensors will detect the vehicle s rapid deceleration If the rate of deceleration is high enough the control unit will instantly inflate the driver s and passenger s airbag...

Page 24: ...This means they have two inflation stages that can be ignited sequentially or simultaneously depending on crash severity Your airbags are also dual threshold airbags Airbags with this feature have two...

Page 25: ...e system will automatically turn the passenger s airbag off Your airbags are also advanced airbags The main purpose of this feature is to help prevent airbag caused injuries to short drivers and child...

Page 26: ...on indicating passenger airbag OFF see page If there is no passenger in the front seat the airbag will be off However the passenger airbag off indicator will not come on To ensure that the passenger s...

Page 27: ...as possible If no one is riding in the passenger s seat the airbag will be automatically shut off However the indicator will not come on The passenger airbag off indicator may also come on and off re...

Page 28: ...ated parts If a front airbag inflates the seat belt tensioners must also be replaced Do not try to remove or replace any airbag by yourself This must be done by your dealer or a knowledgeable body sho...

Page 29: ...uries every state and Canadian province requires that infants and children be properly restrained when they ride in a vehicle see pages see pages 33 35 36 39 properly All Children Must Be Restrained A...

Page 30: ...l child If a larger child must ride in this vehicle see page for important guidelines on how to decide when a child is ready to ride in and how to properly protect the child Even though your vehicle h...

Page 31: ...arning labels on the dashboard U S models and on the driver s and passenger s visors Please read and follow the instructions on these labels U S Models Canadian Models Protecting Children General Guid...

Page 32: ...Know how to operate the emergency trunk opener and decide if your children should be shown how to use this feature see page During a crash the belt could press deep into the child and cause serious or...

Page 33: ...ht and height limits should be restrained in a forward facing upright child seat Of the different seats available we recommend those that have a five point harness system as shown We also recommend th...

Page 34: ...lid 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 secured Make...

Page 35: ...the lap part of the lap shoulder belt In addition the passenger s lap shoulder belt has a locking mechanism that must be activated to secure a child seat Move the vehicle seat to the rear most positio...

Page 36: ...lt 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 After confirmin...

Page 37: ...back seat we recommend that you do not carry a larger child age 12 or under as a passenger However the following pages provide guidelines to help you decide when a given child may ride in this vehicle...

Page 38: ...h 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 style you select m...

Page 39: ...assenger s front airbag inflates in a moderate to severe frontal collision the airbag can cause serious injuries to a child who is unrestrained improperly restrained sitting too close to the airbag or...

Page 40: ...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 let a child we...

Page 41: ...st system inspected for leaks whenever The vehicle is raised for an oil change You notice a change in the sound of the exhaust The vehicle was in an accident that may have damaged the underside With t...

Page 42: ...comes off or becomes hard to read except for the U S dashboard label which may be removed by the owner contact your dealer for a replacement U S models Canadian models U S models only U S models Canad...

Page 43: ...k 54 Controls Near the Steering Wheel 55 Windshield Wipers and Washers 56 Turn Signal and Headlights 57 Instrument Panel Brightness 58 Hazard Warning Button 58 Rear Window Defogger 59 Keys and Locks 6...

Page 44: ...S MIRROR CONTROLS ROOF SWITCH AUDIO SYSTEM HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON HAZARD WARNING BUTTON P 110 P 68 P 75 P 71 P 78 P 59 P 58 P 86 P 82 P 103 CRU...

Page 45: ...ING INDICATORS HIGH BEAM INDICATOR VSA ACTIVATION INDICATOR VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST VSA SYSTEM INDICATOR P 50 P 50 P 47 P 46 P 47 PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR P 46 184 CHARGING SYSTEM IND...

Page 46: ...ps the indicator stops flashing but remains on If this indicator comes on when the engine is running the battery is not being charged For more information see page The engine can be severely damaged i...

Page 47: ...s 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 funct...

Page 48: ...utside of the vehicle should flash This indicator comes on with the high beam headlights For more information see page When the daytime running lights DRL are on this indicator comes on with reduced b...

Page 49: ...imes when you turn the ignition switch from the ON II position to the ACCESSORY I or LOCK 0 position This indicator comes on as a reminder that you must refuel soon When the indicator comes on there i...

Page 50: ...ion on the maintenance minder This indicator goes off when your dealer resets it after completing the required maintenance service This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the...

Page 51: ...speedometer reading between miles per hour and kilometers per hour It also changes the odometer and trip meters to read in miles or kilometers correspondingly To change the readings push the SELECT bu...

Page 52: ...e Canadian models The temperature sensor is in the front bumper Therefore the temperature reading can be affected by heat reflection from the road surface engine heat and the exhaust from surrounding...

Page 53: ...the information display after you start the engine The message goes from CHECK to FUEL then to CAP repeatedly You will also hear a beep Turn the engine off and confirm the fuel fill cap is installed...

Page 54: ...lock displays the time with the ignition switch in the ON II position To set the clock Turn the ignition switch to the ON II position Press and hold the CLOCK button until the minute display blinks Ad...

Page 55: ...OOD RELEASE HANDLE INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS HEADLIGHTS TURN SIGNALS ENGINE START BUTTON HORN WINDSHIELD WIPERS WASHERS CRUISE CONTROL P 57 P 101 P 122 P 110 P 103 P 56 P 129 P 58 VEHICLE STABILITY...

Page 56: ...te every few 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 sp...

Page 57: ...ams Flash high beams Push the lever forward until you hear a click The 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 b...

Page 58: ...n the instrument panel to flash Use the hazard warning lights if you need to park in a dangerous area near heavy traffic or if your vehicle is disabled Adjust the brightness to the desired level with...

Page 59: ...The indicator in the button comes on to show the defogger is on If you do not turn it off the defogger will shut itself off after about 15 minutes It also shuts off when you turn off the ignition swi...

Page 60: ...ys contain electronic circuits that are activated by the immobilizer system They will not work to start the engine if the circuits are damaged Protect the keys from direct sunlight high temperature an...

Page 61: ...r key and cannot start the engine contact your dealer The immobilizer system protects your vehicle from theft If an improperly coded key or other device is used the engine s fuel system is disabled As...

Page 62: ...CESSORY I position and open the driver s door Remove the key to turn off the beeper You can operate the audio system and the accessory power sockets in this position You can insert or remove the key o...

Page 63: ...rs lock when you use the key in the driver s door Using the key in the passenger s door only locks and unlocks that door To unlock only the driver s door from the outside insert the key in the driver...

Page 64: ...ent exhaust 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...

Page 65: ...he 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 the trunk if the key...

Page 66: ...t to the following 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 Cha...

Page 67: ...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 safety informatio...

Page 68: ...rol panel To open the 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 th...

Page 69: ...n 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 switch and h...

Page 70: ...aged There is a latch on each side Push in the tabs and pull the locking levers down Turn the ignition switch to the ON II position 1 2 3 Lowering the Convertible Top Convertible Top 70 LATCH TAB LOCK...

Page 71: ...ble Top Instruments and Controls 71 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 y...

Page 72: ...le top cover from 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 s...

Page 73: ...im panel behind the door Press on both sides of the snap to attach it to the pin Fit the rear of the cover into the space between the convertible top and its molding To remove the cover reverse the pr...

Page 74: ...not use a scraper 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 G...

Page 75: ...eadlights behind you Flip the tab on the bottom edge of the mirror to select the day or night position Keep the inside and outside mirrors clean and adjusted for best visibility Be sure to adjust the...

Page 76: ...the center off position This turns the adjustment switch off to keep your settings If you try to drive the vehicle without releasing the parking brake the ABS indicator may come on and the ABS may no...

Page 77: ...Interior Convenience Items Instruments and Controls 77 BEVERAGE HOLDER CONSOLE COMPARTMENT ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET AUDIO PANEL DASHBOARD LOWER POCKET Main Menu Table of Contents...

Page 78: ...or This socket is 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 t...

Page 79: ...t 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 until it latches The dashboard lower pocket is located ne...

Page 80: ...rs closed the two bulbs in the interior light can each be turned on and off with the button next to it The interior light has a three position switch ON Door Activated and OFF In the Door Activated ce...

Page 81: ...ning system in your vehicle provides a comfortable driving environment in all weather conditions Vents Heating and A C 82 Playing the AM FM Radio 86 AM FM Radio Reception 89 Playing the XM Satellite R...

Page 82: ...Vents Heating and A C 82 AIR CONDITIONING BUTTON FAN CONTROL LEVER MODE CONTROL DIAL TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON RECIRCULATION BUTTON Main Menu Table of Contents...

Page 83: ...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 84: ...ment panel When you select or the system automatically switches to fresh air mode and turns on the A C Turn on the A C by pressing the button The indicator in the button comes on when a fan speed is s...

Page 85: ...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 86: ...aying the AM FM Radio 86 SCAN BUTTON TUNE KNOB SEEK BAR AM FM BUTTON AUTO SELECT BUTTON POWER VOLUME KNOB AUTO SELECT INDICATOR STEREO INDICATOR SCAN INDICATOR PRESET BUTTONS Main Menu Table of Conten...

Page 87: ...station and play it for 5 seconds When it plays a station you want to listen to press the SCAN button again Each preset button can store one frequency on AM and two frequencies on FM Select the desire...

Page 88: ...buttons as previously described Adjusts the treble in the sound Adjusts the bass in the sound Press the SOUND TUNE knob repeatedly to display the bass BAS treble TRE balance BAL and fader FAD setting...

Page 89: ...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 frequen...

Page 90: ...ed 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 con...

Page 91: ...radio 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 Option...

Page 92: ...conds Turn the TUNE knob left to go down the channels or right to go up In the channel mode the TUNE knob will tune up or down through all the channels available from the XM radio In the category mode...

Page 93: ...nel Press 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 dea...

Page 94: ...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 95: ...take about 30 minutes While waiting for activation make sure your vehicle remains in an open area with good reception Once your audio system is activated category or CH will appear in the display and...

Page 96: ...Playing a CD 96 CD BUTTON EJECT BUTTON SEEK SKIP BAR CD SLOT AM FM BUTTON POWER VOLUME KNOB REPEAT INDICATOR REPEAT BUTTON RANDOM BUTTON RANDOM INDICATOR Main Menu Table of Contents...

Page 97: ...system 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 s...

Page 98: ...in dash CD player Load the desired CDs into the magazine and load the magazine into the changer according to the instructions that came with the unit To select the CD changer press the CD button The...

Page 99: ...o your dealer Solution FOCUS Error Mechanical Error High temperature 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...

Page 100: ...eject button pull out the magazine and check for an error message Insert the magazine again If the error message does not disappear or the magazine cannot be pulled out see your dealer Insert CD Pres...

Page 101: ...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 you are lis...

Page 102: ...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 103: ...m is now activated Accelerate to the desired cruising speed above 25 mph 40 km h Push in the CRUISE button The indicator over the button comes on 1 2 3 CONTINUED Cruise Control Using Cruise Control Fe...

Page 104: ...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 105: ...the CANCEL button on the steering wheel Push the CRUISE button When you push the CANCEL button or tap the brake or clutch pedal the system will remember the previously set cruising speed To return to...

Page 106: ...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 108 Fuel Recommendation 108 Service Station Procedures...

Page 107: ...ontaining 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 wher...

Page 108: ...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 109: ...If 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 int...

Page 110: ...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 111: ...your vehicle Always drive in the highest gear possible Drive moderately Rapid acceleration abrupt cornering and hard braking use more fuel The build up of snow or mud on your vehicle s underside adds...

Page 112: ...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 113: ...icantly reduces ground 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...

Page 114: ...ability stopping distance and tires which may make it unsafe Before carrying any type of cargo be sure to read the following pages Trunk Seat back pocket Console side net Door pockets Dashboard lower...

Page 115: ...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 116: ...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 117: ...lso includes important information on parking your vehicle and the braking system Driving Guidelines 120 Preparing to Drive 121 Starting the Engine 122 Manual Transmission 123 Parking 125 Braking Syst...

Page 118: ...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 119: ...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 120: ...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...

Page 121: ...d will not go into the tachometer s red zone in the lower gear Your vehicle is equipped with an aluminum shift lever If you leave the vehicle parked outside for a long time on a hot day be careful bef...

Page 122: ...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 123: ...kes 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 you Constant...

Page 124: ...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 125: ...t can still cause your vehicle to veer into oncoming traffic or off the road on loose or uneven surfaces such as gravel or snow than a vehicle without anti lock it only helps with steering control dur...

Page 126: ...rating on loose or slippery road surfaces It does this by regulating the engine s output and by selectively applying the brakes If this indicator comes on while driving pull to the side of the road wh...

Page 127: ...ith the compact spare tire installed see page If you install winter tires make sure they are the same size as those that were originally supplied with your vehicle Exercise the same caution during win...

Page 128: ...minder messages on the information display a maintenance record and instructions for simple maintenance tasks you may want to take care of yourself Maintenance Safety 132 Maintenance Minder 133 Mainte...

Page 129: ...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 130: ...ife is displayed on the engine oil life display according to this table To see the current engine oil life turn the ignition switch to the ON II position and push and release the TRIP button repeatedl...

Page 131: ...hange see page If the remaining engine oil life is 15 to 6 percent you will see the engine oil life indicator every time you turn the ignition switch to the ON II position The maintenance minder indic...

Page 132: ...t message Afterward it shows your driving distance if you continue to drive Immediately have the indicated maintenance done by your dealer The maximum total mileage shown is 9999 When the engine oil l...

Page 133: ...s see page Turn the ignition switch to the ON II position If maintenance service is done by someone other than your dealer reset the maintenance minder as follows Press the TRIP button until the engin...

Page 134: ...led in this type of automotive service Make sure to have the service facility or person reset the display as previously described Keep all receipts as proof of completion and have the person who does...

Page 135: ...s Check the operation of the headlights parking lights taillights high mount brake light and license plate lights monthly See page According to state and federal regulations failure to perform mainten...

Page 136: ...after the display is reset change the engine oil every year Inspect idle speed every 160 000 miles 256 000 km Independent of the maintenance minder messages replace the brake fluid every 3 years Adju...

Page 137: ...ed A B 1 2 3 4 5 6 A B 1 2 3 4 5 6 A B 1 2 3 4 5 6 A B 1 2 3 4 5 6 A B 1 2 3 4 5 6 A B 1 2 3 4 5 6 A B 1 2 3 4 5 6 You or the servicing dealer can record all completed maintenance here When maintenanc...

Page 138: ...m km km km km km km Signature Date Maintenance Performed A B 1 2 3 4 5 6 A B 1 2 3 4 5 6 A B 1 2 3 4 5 6 A B 1 2 3 4 5 6 A B 1 2 3 4 5 6 A B 1 2 3 4 5 6 A B 1 2 3 4 5 6 Maintenance Performed A B 1 2 3...

Page 139: ...uid Locations 142 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 140: ...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 141: ...ey are not removed regularly Changing the oil and filter requires special tools and access from underneath the vehicle The vehicle should be raised on a service station type hydraulic lift for this se...

Page 142: ...ck your work Check the oil filter to make sure its gasket did not stick to the engine block A stuck gasket could cause an oil leak Engine oil change capacity including filter Refill the engine with th...

Page 143: ...eaks Turn off the engine and let it sit for several minutes then check the oil level on the dipstick If necessary add more oil Let the engine run for several minutes then check the drain bolt and oil...

Page 144: ...ean 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...

Page 145: ...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 148 LEVEL GAUGE RES...

Page 146: ...ith the transmission at normal operating temperature and the vehicle sitting on level ground Remove the transmission filler bolt and carefully feel inside the bolt hole with your finger The fluid leve...

Page 147: ...temperature and the vehicle sitting on level ground Remove the differential fluid filler bolt and washer and carefully feel inside the bolt hole with your finger The fluid level should be up to the ed...

Page 148: ...voir 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 schedul...

Page 149: ...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 150: ...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 151: ...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 152: ...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 153: ...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 154: ...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 155: ...t 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 this filt...

Page 156: ...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 157: ...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 158: ...essures when the tires are cold This means the vehicle has been parked for at least 3 hours or driven less than 1 mile 1 6 km Add or release air if needed to match the recommended cold tire pressures...

Page 159: ...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 160: ...tion 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 the fact that the rear wheels are...

Page 161: ...ust 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 origi...

Page 162: ...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 163: ...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 164: ...ld be supported on jackstands so the tires are off the ground Leave one window open slightly if the vehicle is being stored indoors Disconnect the battery Cover the vehicle with a breathable cover one...

Page 165: ...d instructions on getting your vehicle towed Compact Spare Tire 170 Changing a Flat Tire 171 If the Engine Won t Start 176 Jump Starting 178 If the Engine Overheats 179 Low Oil Pressure Indicator 182...

Page 166: ...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 167: ...K 0 position 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 s...

Page 168: ...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 169: ...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 170: ...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 171: ...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 172: ...hings 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 the ON II position Turn on the headlights an...

Page 173: ...electrical problem such as no power to the fuel pump Check all the fuses see page Are you using a properly coded key An improperly coded key will cause the immobilizer system indicator in the instrum...

Page 174: ...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 175: ...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 176: ...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 177: ...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 178: ...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 179: ...et the test cannot be completed To check if they are set turn the ignition switch to the ON II position without starting the engine The malfunction indicator lamp will come on for 20 seconds If it the...

Page 180: ...el 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 road whe...

Page 181: ...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 182: ...sh the two tabs as shown The auxiliary fuse box is on the driver s side near the brake fluid reservoir To open it push the tab on each side and remove the lid The interior fuse box is underneath the d...

Page 183: ...lown fuse is the cause Replace any blown fuses and check if the device works Check the smaller fuses in the under hood fuse boxes and all the fuses in the interior fuse box by pulling out each one wit...

Page 184: ...ime you turn on the radio you will see Code in the frequency display Use the preset buttons to enter the five digit code see page If the replacement fuse of the same rating blows in a short time there...

Page 185: ...Wiper Auto Stop Signal Washer Motor IGP DBW IGP LAF Accessory Socket Windshield Wiper Turn signal Light ACG Meter Backup Lights Not used Engine Start Fuel Pump SRS SRS Daytime Running Lights Keyless...

Page 186: ...Not used Backup ACC Left Roof Motor Heater Motor Condenser Fan DBW Condenser Fan Relay Cooling Fan Relay 20 A 15 A 10 A 20 A 15 A 20 A 30 A 30 A 100 A 40 A Magnetic Clutch Relay Right Headlight ACG S...

Page 187: ...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 188: ...nd 4 If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck 192 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 189: ...98 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 198 Treadwear 198 Traction 198 Temperature 199 Tire Labeling 200 Emissions Controls 201 The Clean Air Act 201 Crankcase Emissions Control System 201 Evaporative Emissio...

Page 190: ...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 191: ...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 195 TRANSMISSION NUMBER ENGIN...

Page 192: ...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 193: ...ights Front side marker parking lights Back up lights License plate light Interior light Trunk light Side turn signal lights Refrigerant type Charge quantity Lubricant type HFC 134a R 134a 21 2 22 9 o...

Page 194: ...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 195: ...ds to a level of performance that 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 test...

Page 196: ...ld Max Load The maximum load the tire can carry at maximum air pressure Rim diameter in inches Tire construction code R indicates radial Aspect ratio the tire s section height as a percentage of its w...

Page 197: ...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 198: ...e systems work together to control the engine s combustion and minimize the amount of HC CO and NOx that comes out the tailpipe The exhaust emissions control systems are separate from the crankcase an...

Page 199: ...at come near it Park your vehicle away from high grass dry leaves or other flammables A defective three way catalytic converter contributes to air pollution and can impair your engine s per formance F...

Page 200: ...000 rpm and hold it there until the temperature gauge rises to at least 1 4 of the scale about 3 minutes Select a nearby lightly traveled major highway where you can maintain a speed of 50 to 60 mph...

Page 201: ...Customer Service Information 206 Warranty Coverages 207 Reporting Safety Defects U S Vehicles 208 Authorized Manuals 209 Warranty and Customer Relations Warranty and Customer Relations 205 Main Menu...

Page 202: ...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 telephone number A deta...

Page 203: ...dealer all exterior body panels are covered for rust through from the inside for the specified time period with no mileage limit this warranty gives up to 100 percent credit toward a replacement batte...

Page 204: ...ts 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 contact NHTSA...

Page 205: ...6 Honda S2000 Electrical Troubleshooting Manual 2000 2006 Honda S2000 Body Repair Manual 2006 Honda S2000 Owner s Manual 2006 Honda S2000 Honda Service History 2006 Honda S2000 Quick Start Guide Order...

Page 206: ...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 207: ...6 Specifications 197 Before Driving 107 Belts Seat 8 16 Beverage Holder 78 Booster Seats 37 Brakes 125 Anti lock System ABS 126 Break in New Linings 108 Fluid 151 Parking 75 System Design 126 System I...

Page 208: ...ise Control Indicator 47 Cruise Control Operation 103 Cup Holder 78 Customer Service Office 206 Economy Fuel 112 Emergencies 169 Battery Jump Starting 178 Brake System Indicator 184 DANGER Explanation...

Page 209: ...ging a Flat Tire 171 Charging System Indicator 182 Checking the Fuses 186 Closing the Convertible Top 185 Hazard Warning Flashers 57 Jump Starting 178 Low Oil Pressure Indicator 182 Malfunction Indica...

Page 210: ...mobilizer System 61 Important Safety Precautions 6 Indicators ABS Anti Lock Brake 47 Brake Parking and Brake System 47 184 Charging System 46 182 Cruise Control 47 Door open 47 DRL Daytime Running Lig...

Page 211: ...s Maintenance Checks 138 Record 140 Safety 132 Malfunction Indicator Lamp 47 183 Manual Transmission 123 Manual Transmission Fluid 149 Meters Gauges 51 Methanol in Gasoline 108 Mirrors Adjusting 75 M...

Page 212: ...45 Remote Transmitter 65 Replacement Information Dust and Pollen Filter 158 Engine Oil and Filter 144 Fuses 186 Light Bulbs 152 Schedule 133 Tires 164 Wiper Blades 159 Replacing Seat Belts After a Cra...

Page 213: ...71 Shifting Manual Transmission 123 Side Turn Signal Bulb Replacement 155 Signaling Turns 57 Snow Tires 165 Sound System 86 Spare Tire Inflating 162 Specifications 197 Spark Plugs 196 Specifications 1...

Page 214: ...tion 56 Wheels 164 Alignment and Balance 163 Wrench Nut 172 Windows Operating the Power 67 Windshield Cleaning 56 Defroster 85 Washers 56 Wipers Windshield Changing Blades 159 Operation 56 Worn Tires...

Page 215: ...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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