trunk HONDA S2000 2008 2.G User Guide

Use the convertible top cover when
the top is f olded to help prevent
f oreign objects, dirt, etc., f rom
getting into the material and the
mechanism.
The cover is attached to the body
with f our snaps: two behind the roll
bars, and one on the side of each
seat. To install or remove the
convertible top cover , do
this:Remove the convertible top cover
f rom 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
baralignedwiththepinontheroll
bar. Press on both sides of the
snap to attach it to the pin. Do not
push or pull the snap button when
installing the snap.
Align the snap on the passenger’s
side of the roll bar with the pin.
Press on both sides of the snap to
attach it to the pin.
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Convertible T op Cover
Convertible Top
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PIN
SNAPS
SNAP
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Hold the bolt and lid, and remove
the lid by pulling them up together
as shown in the illustration above.
Repeattheprocedureforthelid
on the other side.
Keep the lids in the trunk saf ely.
Move the seats forward.Make sure the f ront locking levers
are closed.
Make sure the handles f or the side
lock pins are pivoted f orward to
the f irst stop.
However, do not pull the handle all
the way forward (touching the
inside of the top).
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Removable Hardtop
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LOCKING
LEVER
LID
BOLT
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Pivot the lock rods forward to
release the sides of the hardtop.Lif t the hardtop straight up of f the
vehicleandsetitaside.Install the cap on the rear
def ogger connector.
Take the rear cover lids out f rom
the trunk.
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9.
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LOCK ROD
Make sure that the lock rods do not
damage any part of the vehicle, such as
the rear wing spoiler, when you install
or remove the hardtop.
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Your vehicle has several convenient
storage areas:Upper and lower console
compartments
However, carrying too much cargo,
or improperly storing it, can af f ect
your vehicle’s handling, stability,
stopping distance, and tires, which
may make it unsaf e. Bef ore carrying
anytypeof cargo,besuretoreadthe
f ollowing pages. Trunk
Seat-back pocket
Consolesidenet
Door pockets
Dashboard lower pocket
Carrying Cargo
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UPPER AND LOWER CONSOLE
COMPARTMENTS
DOOR POCKETS
TRUNK SEAT-BACK POCKET CONSOLE SIDE NET DASHBOARD LOWER POCKET
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Store or secure all items that could
be thrown around and hurt
someone during a crash.Distribute cargo evenly on the
f loor of the trunk, placing the
heaviest items on the bottom and
as far forward as possible.
Be sure items placed on the f loor
behind the f ront seats cannot roll
underneath and interf ere with the
proper operation of the seats, the
sensors under the seats, or the
driver’s ability to operate the
pedals.
Carrying Cargo
Carrying Items in the Passenger
Compartment Carrying Cargo in the T runk
Bef ore Driving
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Youshoulddothefollowingchecks
and adjustments bef ore you drive
your vehicle.Make sure all windows, mirrors,
and outside lights are clean and
unobstructed. Remove f rost, snow,
or ice. Check that any items you may be
carrying are stored properly or
f astened down securely.
Fasten your seat belt. Check that
your passenger has f 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 and outside mirrors (see
page ).
Make sure the doors are securely
closed and locked.
Check that the hood is f ully closed.
Check that the trunk is f ully
closed.
Visually check the tires. If a tire
looks low, use a gauge to check its
pressure.
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Preparing to Drive
Driving
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Resting your f oot on the pedal keeps
the brakes applied lightly, builds up
heat, and reduces their ef f ectiveness
and reduces brake pad life. In
addition, f uel economy can be
reduced. It also keeps your brake
lights on all the time, conf using
drivers behind you.
Your vehicle is equipped with disc
brakes at all f our wheels. A power
assist helps reduce the ef f ort needed
on the brake pedal. The anti-lock
brake system (ABS) helps you retain
steering control when braking very
hard.
Always use the parking brake when
you park your vehicle. Make sure
the parking brake is set f irmly, or
your vehicle may roll if it is parked
on an incline.
Constant application of the brakes
when going down a long hill builds
up heat and reduces their ef f ective-
ness. Use the engine to assist the
brakes by taking your f oot of f the
accelerator and downshif ting to a
lower gear.
Make sure the convertible top and
the windows are closed.
Make sure the removable hardtop
is properly installed and the
windows are closed.
Make sure the parking brake is
f ully released bef ore driving away.
Driving with the parking brake
partially set can overheat or
damage the rear brakes.
If the vehicle is f acing downhill,
turn the front wheels toward the
curb, and put the transmission in
reverse gear.
If the vehicle is f acing uphill, turn
the front wheels away from the
curb, and put the transmission in
f irst gear.
Never park over dry leaves, tall
grass, or other f lammable materials. The hot three way
catalytic converter could cause
these materials to catch on fire.
Lock the doors.
Place any packages, valuables, etc.,
in the trunk or take them with you.
Turn of f the lights.
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Except CR models CR models
Parking
Parking T ips Braking System
Parking, Braking System
Driving
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The low beam headlight bulbs are a
type of high voltage discharge tube.
High voltage can remain in the
circuit even with the light switch of f
and the key removed. Because of
this, you should not attempt to
examine or change a low beam
headlight bulb yourself . If a low
beam headlight bulb fails, take the
vehicle to your dealer to have it
replaced.Halogen bulbs are used f or the high
beam headlight bulbs. When
replacing 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.
Theheadlightswereproperlyaimed
when your vehicle was new. If you
regularly carry heavy items in the
trunk, readjustment may be required.
Adjustment should be done by your
dealer or other qualif ied mechanic.
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Headlight A iming Replacing a Headlight Bulb
Lights
Maint enance
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Halogen headlight bulbs get very hot
when lit. Oil, perspiration, or a scratch
on the glass can cause the bulb to
overheat and shatter.
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Open the trunk.
Remove the fasteners from the
trunk lining. To remove a f astener,
push on the center of the head
until it pops in, then pull the
f astener 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 which bulb is burned
out: turn signal or back-up light.
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Replacing Rear Bulbs
Lights
Maint enance
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SOCKETBULB
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Install the new bulb into the
socket.
Push the socket into the light
assembly, and turn it clockwise
until it locks.Install the trunk lining, and secure
it with the fasteners. To reinstall a
f astener, reset the f astener by
pushing on the pointed end until it
pops back almost f lush with the
f ingers on the housing. Put the
f astener in the hole of the trunk
lining, and push on the center until
it locks (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 sof t
brush with a mixture of mild soap
and warm water to clean them. Do
not use bleach, dye, or cleaning
solvents. Let the belts air-dry bef ore
you use the vehicle.
Dirt build-up in the loops of the seat
belt anchors can cause the belts to
retract slowly. Wipe the insides of
the loops with a clean cloth
dampened in mild soap and warm
water or isopropyl alcohol.
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10. Cleaning the Seat Belts
Lights, Cleaning the Seat Belts
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