HONDA S2000 2007 2.G Owners Manual

2007 Honda S2000 Online Reference Owner's Manual
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Contents

Owner's Identification Form
Introduction ........................................................................\
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A Few Words About Safe ty
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Your Vehicle at a Glance........................................................................\
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Driver and Passenger Safety ........................................................................\
......................................5
Proper use and care of your vehicle's seat belts, and Supplemental Restr\
aint System.
Instruments and Control s........................................................................\
.........................................43
Instrume nt panel indicator and gauge, and how to use dashboard and steering colu\
mn controls.
Comfort and Convenience Features ........................................................................\
...................... 83
How to operate the climate control system, the audio system, and other c\
onvenience features.
Before Driving........................................................................\
..........................................................109
What gasoline to use, how to break -in your new vehicle, and how to load luggage and other cargo.
Driving ........................................................................\
......................................................................121
The proper way to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, pl\
us towing a trailer.
Maintenance........................................................................\
.............................................................133
The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you need to take you r vehicle to the dealer.
Taking Care of the Unexpecte d........................................................................\
..............................173
This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, an d how to handle them.
Technical Informatio n........................................................................\
.............................................199
ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information.
Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canad a)................................................................211
A summary of the warranties covering your new Acura, and how to contact \
us.
Authorized Manu als (U.S. only)........................................................................\
..............................215
How to order manuals and other technical literature.
Index........................................................................\
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Service Information Summary
A summary of information you need when you pull up to the fuel pump.

Accord Value Package Audio System

This owner’s manual should be
considered a permanent part of the
vehicle and should remain with the
vehicle when it is sold.
This owner’s manual covers all
models of the S2000. You may f ind
descriptions of equipment and
features that are not on your
particular model.
The inf ormation and specif ications
included in this publication were in
effect at the time of approval for
printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
reserves the right, however, to
discontinue or change
specif ications or design at any time
without notice and without
incurring any obligation whatsoever.
Owner’s Identif ication
OWNER
ADDRESS
V. I. N.
DELIVERY DATE
DEALER NAMEDEALER NO.
ADDRESS
OWNER’S SIGNATURE
DEALER’S SIGNATURE
STREET
CITY STATE/PROVINCE ZIP CODE/
POSTAL CODE
(Date sold to original retail purchaser)
STREET
CITY STATE/PROVINCE ZIP CODE/
POSTAL CODE

One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of your new vehicle is to
read this manual. In it, you will learn how to operate its driving controls and
convenience items. Af terwards, keep this owner’s manual in your vehicle so
youcanrefertoitatanytime.
Several warranties protect your new vehicle. Read the warranty booklet
thoroughly so you understand the coverages and are aware of your rights
and responsibilities.As you read this manual, you will
f ind inf ormation that is preceded by
a
symbol. This
inf ormation is intended to help you
avoid damage to your vehicle, other
property, or the environment.
Maintaining your vehicle according to the messages shown on the
inf ormation display helps to keep your driving trouble-f ree while it preserves
your investment. When your vehicle needs maintenance, keep in mind that
your dealer’s staf f is specially trained in servicing the many systems unique
to your vehicle. Your Honda dealer is dedicated to your satisf action and will
be pleased to answer any questions and concerns. Congratulations on your selection of the 2007 Honda S2000. We are certain
you will be pleased with your purchase of one of the most sophisticated and
technologically-advanced sports cars in the world.
Introduction
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Calif ornia Proposition 65 WarningThis product contains or emits chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer and birth
def ects or other reproductive harm.
Service Diagnostic Recorders
This vehicle is equipped with service-related devices that record inf ormation about powertrain perf ormance. The data
can be used to verif y emissions law requirements and/or help technicians diagnose and solve service problems. It may
also be combined with data f rom other sources f or research purposes, but it remains conf idential and is never linked to
the vehicle owner. Event Data Recorders
This vehicle is equipped with one or more devices commonly ref erred to as event data recorders. These devices
record seat belt use, passenger seat occupancy, airbag deployment data, and the f ailure of any airbag system
component. This data belongs to the vehicle owner and may not be accessed by anyone else except as legally required
or with the permission of the vehicle owner.
Introduction
WARNING:
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Your safety, and the safety of others,
is very important. And operating this
vehicle safely is an important
responsibility.
To help you make inf ormed
decisions about saf ety, we have
provided operating procedures and
other inf ormation on labels and in
this manual. This inf ormation alerts
you to potential hazards that could
hurt you or others.
Of course, it is not practical or
possible to warn you about all the
hazards associated with operating or
maintaining your vehicle. You must
use your own good judgement. You will f ind this important saf ety inf ormation in a variety of f orms,
including:
This entire book is f illed with important saf ety inf ormation please read it
caref ully.
how to use this vehicle correctly and safely.
such as Driver and Passenger Safety. such as Important Saf ety Reminders or Important
Safety Precautions. These signal words mean: preceded by a saf ety alert symbol and one of
three signal words: , , or .
on the vehicle.
Instructions Saf ety Section Saf ety Headings Saf ety Messages Saf ety L abels
AFewWordsAboutSafety
DANGER WARNING CAUTION
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You CAN be HURT if you don’t follow
instructions. You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY
HURT if you don’t follow instructions. You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY
HURT if you don’t follow instructions.

Your Vehicle at a Glance
You r Vehicle at a Glance
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POWER WINDOW
SWITCHES
MIRROR
CONTROLS
ROOF 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)
POWER
DOOR
LOCK (P.26)
DRIVER’S FRONT
AIRBAG PASSENGER’S
FRONT
AIRBAG
(P.9, 20) (P.9,
20)
(P.88)
(P.125)

Your Vehicle at a Glance
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HOOD RELEASE HANDLE
HORNWINDSHIELD
WIPERS/
WASHERS
INSTRUMENT
PANEL BRIGHTNESS
(P.57)
(P.56)
(P.58)
VEHICLE
STABILITY ASSIST
(VSA) SYSTEM OFF SWITCH
CRUISE BUTTON
HEADLIGHTS/TURN
SIGNALS
REMOTE AUDIO
CONTROLS
CRUISE CONTROL
BUTTONS
HEATING/COOLING
CONTROLS
ENGINE START BUTTON
(P.104)
(P.124)
(P.112) (P.106) (P.106)
(P.84)
(P.131)
CLOCK
BUTTON
(P.54)

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This section gives you important
inf ormation about how to protect
yourself and your passenger. It
shows you how to use seat belts. It
explains how your airbags work. And
it tells you how to properly restrain
children in your vehicle. .........
Important Safety Precautions . 6
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Your Vehicle’s Saf ety Features . 7
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Seat Belts .8
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Airbags .9
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Protecting Adults and Teens . 10
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1. Close and Lock the Doors . 10
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2. Adjust the Seats .10
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3. Adjust the Seat-Backs . 11
4. Fasten and Position the .............................
Seat Belts .12
5. Maintain a Proper Sitting ................................
Position .13
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Advice f or Pregnant Women . 14
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Additional Safety Precautions . 15
Additional Inf ormation About .......................
Your Seat Belts .16
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Seat Belt System Components . 16
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Lap/Shoulder Belt .17
Automatic Seat Belt ...............................
Tensioners .18
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Seat Belt Maintenance . 18
Additional Inf ormation About Your .....................................
Airbags .20
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Airbag System Components . 20
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How Your Airbags Work . 22
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How the SRS Indicator Works . 25How the Passenger Airbag Of f
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Indicator Works .26
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Airbag Service .27
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Additional Safety Precautions . 28
Protecting Children General ................................
Guidelines .29
All Children Must Be ...............................
Restrained .29
Your Vehicle is Not Recommended f or Child ..........................
Passengers .30
The Passenger’s Airbag .........
Can Pose Serious Risks . 30
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Additional Safety Precautions . 32
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Protecting Small Children . 33
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Selecting a Child Seat .34
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Installing a Child Seat .34
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Protecting Larger Children . 37
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Checking Seat Belt Fit . 37
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Using a Booster Seat . 38
When Can a Larger Child Ride ........................
in This Vehicle .39
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Additional Safety Precautions . 40
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Carbon Monoxide Hazard . 41
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Saf ety Labels .42
Driver and Passenger Saf ety
Driver and Passenger Saf ety
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You’ll
find many safety
recommendations throughout this
section, and throughout this manual.
Therecommendationsonthispage
are the ones we consider to be the
most important.
A seat belt is your best protection in
all typ es of collisions. Airbags are
designed to supplement seat belts,
not replace them. So even though
your vehicle is equipped with airbags,
make sure you and your passenger
always wear your seat belts, and
wear them properly (see page ).
Since all children are safest in the
back seat of a vehicle, and your
vehicle does not have a back seat, we
recommend that you do not carry a
child passenger. Excessive
speed is a maj or factor in
crash injuries and deaths. Generally,
the higher the speed, the greater the
risk, but serious injuries can also
occur at lower speeds. Never drive
faster than is safe for current
conditions, regardless of the
maximum speed posted.
Having a tire blowout or a
mech anical failure can be extremely
hazardous. To reduce the possibility
of such problems, check your tire
pressures and condition frequently,
and perform all regularly scheduled
maintenance (see page ).
If
an older child must ride in this
vehicle, follow all child safety
instru ctions and warnings in this
manual (see pages ).
While airbags can save lives, they
can cause serious or fatal injuries to
occupants who sit too close to them,
or are not properly restrained.
Inf ants, young children, and short
adults are at the greatest risk. Be
sure to f ollow 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 additional drink. So don’t drink
and drive, and don’t let your f riends
drink and drive, either.
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Important Saf ety Precautions
Always Wear Your Seat Belt
Your Vehicle is Not
Recommended f or Child
Passengers Control Your Speed
K eep Your Vehicle in Saf e
Condition
Be Aware of Airbag Hazards
Don’t Drink and Drive
Never carry an inf ant in a rear-f acing
child seat in t his vehicle.
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Your vehicle is equipped with many
features that work together to
protect you and your passenger
during a crash.
Some f eatures do not require any
action on your part. These include a
strong steel f ramework that f orms a
saf ety cage around the passenger
compartment; front and rear crush
zones, a collapsible steering column;
and tensioners that tighten the seat
belts in a crash.
However, you and your passenger
can’t take full advantage of these
f eatures unless you remain sitting in
a proper position and. In fact, some safety
f eatures can contribute to injuries if
they are not used properly.
The f ollowing pages explain how you
cantakeanactiveroleinprotecting
yourself and your passenger.
Your Vehicle’s Saf ety Features
always wear
your seat belts
Driver and Passenger Saf ety
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(8) (1) (9)
(3)(4) (7) (6)
(2)
(5)
(2)
(8)
(1) Safety Cage
(2) Crush Zones
(3) Seats and Seat-Backs
(4) Head Restraints
(5) Collapsible Steering Column
(6) Seat Belts
(7) Seat Belt Tensioners
(8) Front Airbags
(9) Door Locks