oil dipstick HONDA S2000 2007 2.G Owners Manual

Remove the dipstick again, and
ch eck the level. It should be
between the upper and lower
marks.
If it is near or below the lower mark,
see on page .
Wait a f ew minutes af ter turning the
engine of f bef ore you check the oil.
Remove the dipstick (black
handle).
Insert the dipstick all the way back
into its hole. Wipe of f the dipstick with a clean
cloth or paper towel.
To close the hood, lif t it up slightly to
remove the support rod f rom the
hole. Put the support rod back into
its holding clip. Lower the hood to
about a f oot (30 cm) above the
f ender, then let it drop. Make sure it
is securely latched. Holding the grip, pull the support
rod out of its clip. Insert the end
into the designated hole in the
hood.
3. 4.
1.
2.
3.
146
Service Station Procedures
A dding Engine Oil
Oil Check
Bef ore Driving
113
UPPER MARK
LOWER MARK
DIPSTICK
CLIP
SUPPORT ROD GRIP

Fluid Locations
Maint enance
145
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

Make sure the API Certif ication Seal
says ‘‘For Gasoline Engines.’’
Oil is major contributor to your
engine’s perf ormance and longevity.
Always use a premium-grade
detergent oil displaying the API
certif ication seal. This seal indicates
the oil is energy conserving, and that
it meets the American Petroleum
Institute’s latest requirements. It is
highly recommended that you use
Honda motor oil in your vehicle f or
as long as you own it.
Unscrew and remove the engine oil
fill cap on the valve cover. Pour in
the oil slowly and caref ully so you do
not spill any. Clean up any spills
immediately. Spilled oil could
damage components in the engine
compartment. Reinstall the engine
oil f ill cap, and tighten it securely.
Wait a f ew minutes, and recheck the
oil level on the engine oil dipstick.
Do not f ill above the upper mark; you
could damage the engine. Recommended Engine Oil
A dding Engine Oil
146
API CERTIFICATION SEAL

If Honda antif reeze/coolant is not
available, you may use another
major-brand non-silicate coolant as a
temporaryreplacement.Makesureit
is a high-quality coolant
recommended f or aluminum engines.
Continued use of any non-Honda
coolant can result in corrosion,
causingthecoolingsystemto
malf unction or f ail. Have the cooling
system f lushed and ref illed with
Honda antif reeze/coolant as soon 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 f or leaks.
Turn of f the engine and let it sit
f or several minutes, then check
the oil level on the dipstick. If
necessary, add more oil. Let the engine run f or several
minutes, then check the drain bolt
and oil f ilter f or leaks.
Always use Honda Long-Lif e
Antif reeze/Coolant Type 2. This
coolant is pre-mixed with 50 %
antif reeze and 50 % water. Never add
straight antif reeze or plain water.
9. 8.
CONT INUED
A dding Engine Coolant
Changing the Oil and Filter, Engine Coolant
Maint enance
149
RESERVE TANK
MAX MIN
Improper disposal of engine oil can be
harmf ul to the environment. If you
change your own oil, please dispose of
the used oil properly. Put it in a sealed
container and take it to a recycling
center. Do not discard it in a trash bin
or dump it on the ground.

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Changing Oil
........................................
How to .147
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When to .135
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Charging System Indicator . 46, 186
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Checklist, Bef ore Driving . 123
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Child Saf ety .29
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Booster Seats .38
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Child Seats .34
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Important Saf ety Reminders . 32
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Larger Children .37
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Risk with Airbags .30
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Small Children .33
.......................................
Child Seats .34
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Cleaning Seat Belts .160
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Clock .54
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Clutch Fluid .154
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CO in the Exhaust .207
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Cold Weather, Starting in . 124
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Compact Spare Tire .174
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Consumer Inf ormation . 212
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Controls, Instruments and . 43
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Convertible Top .70
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Convertible Top Cover . 72
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Lowering the Convertible Top . 70
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Maintenance .74
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Raising the Convertible Top . 73Coolant
........................................
Adding .149
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Checking .114
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Proper Solution .149
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Temperature Gauge . 53
Crankcase Emission Control ........................................
System .207
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Cruise Control Indicator . 47
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Cruise Control Operation . 106
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Cup Holder .78
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Customer Service Of f ice . 212
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DANGER, Explanation of . iii
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Dashboard . 3, 44
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Dashboard Lower Pocket . 80
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Daytime Running Lights . 57
Daytime Running Lights .......................................
Indicator .48
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Dead Battery .182
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Defects, Reporting Safety . 214
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Def ogger, Rear Window . 59
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Defrosting the Windows . 87
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Dif f erential Fluid .153
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Dimensions .202 ...............
Dimming the Headlights . 57
Dipstick ..................................
Engine Oil .113
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Directional Signals .57
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Disc Brake Wear Indicators . 128
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Disposal of Used Oil .149
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Do Not Tow a Trailer . 131
Doors ..............
Locking and Unlocking . 63
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Monitor Indicator .47
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Power Door Locks .63
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DOT Tire Quality Grading . 204
Downshif ting, Manual .............................
Transmission .126
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Driver and Passenger Safety . 5
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Driving .121
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Economy .114
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Driving Guidelines .122
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DustandPollenFilter . 161
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Economy, Fuel .114
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Emergencies .173
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Battery, Jump Starting . 182
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Brake System Indicator . 188
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