light HONDA S2000 2007 2.G User Guide
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The valet key works only in the
ignition and the door locks. You can
keep the trunk and the lower console
compartment locked when you leave
your vehicle and the valet key at a
parking f acility.
Youshouldhavereceivedakey
number tag with your keys. You will
need this key number if you ever
have to get a key replaced. Use only
Honda-approved key blanks.These keys contain electronic
circuits that are activated by the
immobilizer system. They will not
work to start the engine if the
circuits are damaged.
Protect the keys f rom direct
sunlight, high temperature, and
high humidity.
Donotdropthekeysorsetheavy
objects on them.
Keep the keys away f rom liquids.
If they get wet, dry them
immediately with a sof t cloth.
The keys do not contain batteries.
Do not try to take them apart.
The master key fits all the locks on
your vehicle.
Keys and Locks
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VALET KEY
(GREY)
KEY
NUMBER
TAG
MASTER KEYS
(BLACK)
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The ignition switch has three
positions: LOCK (0), ACCESSORY
(I), and ON (II). This
is the normal key
position when driving. Several of the
indicato rs on the instrument panel
come on as a test when you turn the
ignition switch from the
ACCESSORY (I) to the ON (II)
position.
The engine can be started with the
key in this position by pressing the
engine START button (see page ).
You will hear a reminder beeper if
you leave the key in the ignition
switch in the LOCK (0) or the
ACCESSORY (I) position and open
thedriver’sdoor.Removethekeyto
turn of f the beeper.
You can insert or
remove the key only in this position.
To turn the key, push it in slightly.
If the f ront wheels are turned, the
anti-theft lock may make it difficult
to turn the key. Firmly turn the
steering wheel to the lef t or right as
you turn the key. You can
operate the audio system and the
accessory power socket in this
position.
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ON (II)
LOCK (0) A CCESSORY (I)
Ignition Switch
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Removing the key from the
ignition switch while driving
locks the steering. This can
cause you to lose control of the
vehicle.
Remove the key from the
ignition switch only when
parked.
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Press this button once
to unlock the driver’s door. Push it
twice to also unlock the passenger’s
door. Press this button once to
lock both doors. Some exterior lights
will f lash. When you push LOCK
twice within 5 seconds, you will hear
a beep to verify that the doors are
locked.
The interior light (if the interior light switch is in the center position) will
come on when you press the
UNLOCK button. If you do not open
either door within 30 seconds, the
light goes out. If you relock the
doors with the remote transmitter
bef ore 30 seconds have elapsed, the
light will go of f immediately.
If you do not open either door within
30 seconds, the doors automatically
relock.
You cannot lock or unlock the doors
with the remote transmitter if either
door is not f ully closed or the key is
in the ignition switch.
Pressthisbuttonfor
about 1 second to open the trunk.
You cannot open the trunk if the key
is in the ignition switch.
Pressthisbuttonfor
about 1 second to attract attention;
thehornwillsoundandtheexterior lights will f lash f or about 30 seconds.
To cancel panic mode, press any
other button on the remote
transmitter, or turn the ignition
switch to the ON (II) position.
Do not immerse the transmitter in
any liquid. Protect the transmitter from
extreme temperature. Avoid dropping or throwing the
transmitter.
If you lose a transmitter, the
replacement needs to be
reprogrammed by your dealer.
UNL OCK LOCK
TRUNK
PA NIC
Remote Transmitter
Remote Transmitter Care
Inst rument s and Cont rols
65
LED
UNLOCK
BUTTONTRUNK
RELEASE
BUTTON
PANIC
BUTTON LOCK
BUTTON
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The master control panel also con-
tains these extra features:
To open the driver’s
window f ully, push the window
switch f irmly down to the second
detent, and release it. The window
automatically goes all the way down.
To stop the window, pull back on the
window switch briefly.
To open the driver’s window only
partially, push the window switch
down lightly and hold it. The window
will stop as soon as you release the
switch.
The AUTO f unction only works to
lower the driver’s window. To raise
the window, you must pull back on
the window switch and hold it until
the window reaches the desired
position. If the MAIN switch is OFF, the
passenger’s window cannot be raised
or lowered. Keep the MAIN switch
of f when you have a child in the
vehicle so the child does not get
injured by operating the window
unintentionally.
AUTO
Power Windows
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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The convertible top on your vehicle
lowers and raises electrically.
It is advisable to raise the top
whenever you park the vehicle. This
helps to protect the vehicle f rom
unexpected weather changes, and
f rom thef t of your valuables.Bef ore operating the convertible top,
make sure the vehicle is parked on
level ground, the rear def ogger is of f ,
and there is enough clearance above
the top.
Apply the parking brake. The
convertible top will not operate
unless the parking brake is f ully
engaged.
Thereisalatchoneachside.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
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LATCH
TAB
LOCKING LEVER
Park your vehicle in the shade
whenever possible. Extended
exposure to sunlight can cause the
convertible top to deteriorate. Do not operate the convertible top if
the vehicle is on a jack, a hoist, or on
jack stands. Never drive the vehicle with the
convertible top half open. Do not operate the top if it is wet,
dirty, or covered with ice or snow. Do not operate the convertible top in
f reezing weather. Y ou can damage
the material and the mechanism.
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Do not lean or sit on an open door.
Do not push or pull the door glass
to open and close the door.
The convertible top seals are
designed to promote the f low of
water of f the roof . Spraying high-
pressure water directly on the
seals can distort them, causing a
leak. Use only 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 f rom headlights behind you.
Flip the tab on the bottom edge of
the mirror to select the day or night
position. Keeptheinsideandoutsidemirrors
clean and adjusted f or best visibility.
Be sure to adjust the mirrors bef ore
you start driving. Turn the ignition switch to the ON
(II) position.
Push the appropriate edge of the
adjustment switch to move the
mirrorright,left,up,ordown. Move the selector switch to L
(driver’s side) or R (passenger’s
side).
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2.
3.
CONT INUED
To reduce the possibility of leaks: Mirrors
Adjusting the Power Mirrors
Convertible Top, Mirrors
Inst rument s and Cont rols
75
TABSELECTOR SWITCH
ADJUSTMENT SWITCH
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To apply the parking brake, pull the
lever up fully. To release it, pull up
slightly, push the button, and lower
the lever. The parking brake
indicator on the instrument panel
should go out when the parking
brake is f ully released (see page ).
When you f inish, move the
selector switch to the center (off)
position. This turns the
adjustment switch of f to keep your
settings.
4.
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Parking Brake
Mirrors, Parking Brake
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BUTTON
PARKING BRAKE LEVERDriving the vehicle with the parking
brake applied can damage the rear
brakes and axles. A beeper will sound
if the vehicle is driven with the parking
brake on.
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Open the beverage holder by
pushing on the tab. The lid will slide
open.This socket is intended to supply
power f or 12 volt DC accessories
that are rated 120 watts or less (10
amps). It will not power an
automotive type cigarette lighter
element.
To hold two cups in the beverage
holder, flip the partition up.
Be caref ul when you are using the
beverage holder. A spilled liquid that
is very hot can scald you or your
passenger. Spilled liquids can also
damage the upholstery, carpeting,
and electrical components in the
interior.
Beverage Holder
Accessory Power Socket
Interior Convenience Items
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PARTITION
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If the switch is in the center position,
the interior light will come on when
you remove the key f rom the ignition
switch.
The interior light has a three-
position switch; ON, Door Activated,
and OFF. In the Door Activated
(center) position, the light comes on
when you: Open either door.
Unlock the doors with the key or
the remote transmitter.
The dashboard lower pocket is
located next to the audio panel. Dashboard L ower Pocket
Interior L ight
Interior Convenience Items, Interior L ight
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DOOR
ACTIVATED
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When the switch is in the center
position with both doors closed, the
two bulbs in the interior light can
each be turned on and off with the
button next to it.
Interior L ight
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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