Honda S2000 User Manual

2009 S2000Owner’s Manual(Unlinked)This document does not contain hyperlinks and may be formatted for printing instead of web use. This is due to chan

＊＊＊＊＊To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel.If equipped1:2:Your Vehicle at a Glance4HOOD RELEASE HANDLEWINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERSI

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The standard audio system hasmany features. This sectiondescribes those features and how touse them. (If you have an optionalaudio system, refer to th

Vents, Heating, and A/C96AIR CONDITIONINGBUTTONFAN CONTROL LEVERMODE CONTROL DIALTEMPERATURECONTROL DIALREAR WINDOWDEFOGGER BUTTONRECIRCULATION BUTTON

Push this lever up and down toincrease or decrease the fan speedand airflow. The indicators next tothe lever show you the speed andairflow selected.Th

Air conditioning places an extra loadon the engine. Watch the enginecoolant temperature gauge (see page). If it moves near the red zone,turn off the A

Air conditioning, as it cools, removesmoisture from the air. When used incombination with the heater, itmakes the interior warm and dry andcan prevent

Vents and Heating100FAN CONTROL LEVERMODE CONTROL DIALTEMPERATURECONTROL DIALREAR WINDOWDEFOGGER BUTTONRECIRCULATION BUTTONS2000 CR model

Push this lever up and down toincrease or decrease the fan speedand airflow. The indicators next tothe lever show you the speed andairflow selected.Tu

The flow-through ventilation systemdraws in outside air, circulates itthrough the interior, then exhausts itthrough vents behind the seat-backs.Air fl

Push the fan control level down untilthe indicator goes off. A lack ofairflow can cause the windows to fogup. You should keep the fan on at alltimes s

−...Important Safety Precautions . 6...Your Vehicle’s Safety Features . 7...Seat Belts . 8...

Playing the AM/FM Radio104SCAN BUTTONAM/FM BUTTONAUTO SELECT INDICATORSTEREO INDICATORSCAN INDICATORPRESET BUTTONSSEEK BARCanadian modelTUNE KNOBAM/FM

−−−−−−You can use any of five methods tofind radio stations on the selectedband: tune, seek, scan, the presetbuttons, and auto select.Use the TUNE kno

−−−−−If you aretraveling far from home and can nolonger receive your preset stations,you can use the auto select feature tofind stations in the local

CONTINUEDThe radio can receive the completeAM and FM bands.Those bands cover these frequen-cies:AM band: 530 to 1,710 kHzFM band: 87.7 to 107.9 MHzHow

Radio signals, especially on the FMband, are deflected by large objectssuch as buildings and hills. Yourradio then receives both the directsignal from

XM is a registered trademark ofXM Satellite Radio,Inc.Satellite radio receives signals fromtwo satellites to produce clear, high-quality digital recep

−−−−You may experience periods whenXM radio does not transmit the artistname and or the song titleinformation. If this happens, there isnothing wrong

−−The scan function givesyou a sampling of all channels whilein the channel mode. In the categorymode, only the channels within thatcategory are scann

TheXMsatellitesareinorbitoverthe equator; therefore, objects southof the vehicle may cause satellitereception interruptions. To helpcompensate for thi

Depending on where you drive, youmay experience reception problems.Interference can be caused by any ofthese conditions:Driving on a road beside a ver

−You’ll find many safetyrecommendations throughout thissection, and throughout this manual.Therecommendationsonthispageare the ones we consider to be

Playing a CD114Canadian modelCD SLOTCD BUTTONCD SLOTEJECT BUTTONSEEK/SKIP BARPWR/VOL KNOBCD BUTTONRANDOM BUTTONU.S. model with Audio SystemPWR/VOL KNO

−−To load or play CDs, the ignitionswitch must be in the ACCESSORY(I) or the ON(II) position.Each time you press andrelease the side of the skip bar,t

−−−＋To continuously replaya track, press and release the RPTbutton. You will see RPT in thedisplay. Press it again to turn it off.This feature plays t

When a CD is not being played, storeit in its case to protect it from dustand other contamination. To preventwarpage, keep CDs out of directsunlight a

The CD player/changer has asophisticated and delicatemechanism. If you insert a damagedCDasindicatedinthissection,itmaybecomestuckinsideanddamage the

CD-R or CD-RW may not play dueto the recording conditions.Small, irregular shaped CDs CDs with scratches, dirty CDsScratches and fingerprints on theCD

＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊Thechartontherightexplainstheerror messages you may see in thedisplay while playing a disc.If you see an error message in thedisplay while pla

＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊Cause SolutionThechartontherightexplainstheerror messages you may see in thedisplay while playing a disc.If you see an error message in thed

＋−If you want to mute the soundtemporarily, push the MUTE button.The indicator in the button will comeon to indicate the mute function is on.Press the

You may have to store your favoritestations in the preset buttons afterthe system begins working. Youroriginal settings may be lost whenthe power is d

Your vehicle is equipped with manyfeatures that work together toprotect you and your passengerduring a crash.Some features do not require anyaction on

Cruise control allows you to maintainasetspeedabove25mph(40km/h)without keeping your foot on theaccelerator pedal. It should be usedfor cruising on st

You can increase the set cruisingspeed in any of these ways:Press and hold the RESUME/accel button. When you reach thedesired cruising speed, release

Even with the cruise control turnedon, you can still use the acceleratorpedal to speed up for passing. Aftercompleting the pass, take your footoff the

Before you begin driving yourvehicle, you should know whatgasoline to use and how to check thelevels of important fluids. You alsoneed to know how to

Help assure your vehicle’s futurereliability and performance by payingextra attention to how you driveduring the first 600 miles (1,000 km).During thi

Open the fuel fill door by pullingon the knob on the driver’s doorjamb.Park with the driver’s side closestto the service station pump.even though the

Park the vehicle, and set theparking brake. Pull the hoodrelease handle located under thelower left corner of the dashboard.The hood will pop up sligh

Remove the dipstick again, andcheck the level. It should bebetween the upper and lowermarks.If it is near or below the lower mark,see on page .Wait a

Look at the coolant level in theradiator reserve tank. Make sure it isbetween the MAX and MIN lines. Ifit is below the MIN line, seeon page forinforma

−−−−Fuel economy is not a fixed number.It varies based on driving conditions,driving habits and vehicle condition.Therefore, it is not possible for on

−−−−Your vehicle is equipped with seatbelts in both seating positions.Keep you from being thrown outof the vehicle.Help keep you in a good positionsho

−−−−−−−Aggressive driving (hardacceleration and braking)Excessive idling, accelerating andbraking in stop-and-go trafficCold engine operation (engines

−−Fill the fuel tank until the nozzle automatically clicks off.Reset trip counter to zero.Record the total gallons (liters) needed to refill.Follow on

Your dealer has Honda accessoriesthat allow you to personalize yourvehicle. These accessories havebeen designed and approved for yourvehicle, and are

Removing parts from your vehicle,or replacing components withnon-Honda components couldseriously affect your vehicle’shandling, stability, and reliabi

Your vehicle has several convenientstorage areas:Upper and lower consolecompartmentsTrunkSeat-back pocketConsolesidenetDoor pocketsDashboard lower poc

−−×Steps for Determining Correct LoadLimitLocate the statement ‘‘Thecombined weight of occupants andcargo should never exceed XXXkg or XXX lbs.’’ on y

In addition, the total weight of thevehicle, all occupants, accessories,cargo, and trailer tongue load mustnot exceed the Gross VehicleWeight Rating (

Store or secure all items that couldbe thrown around and hurtsomeone during a crash.Distribute cargo evenly on thefloor of the trunk, placing theheavi

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...Driving Guidelines . 144...Preparing to Drive . 145...Starting the Engine . 146...

Your vehicle has a supplementalrestraint system (SRS) with frontairbags to help protect the heads andchests of the driver and a passengerduring a mode

Use caution if you ever drive yourvehicleonveryroughorruttedroads. You could damage thesuspension and underbody bybottoming out. Going too fast overpa

Youshoulddothefollowingchecksand adjustments before you driveyour vehicle.Make sure all windows, mirrors,and outside lights are clean andunobstructed.

Apply the parking brake.In cold weather, turn off allelectrical accessories to reducethe drain on the battery.Push the clutch pedal down all theway. T

The manual transmission issynchronized in all forward gears forsmooth operation. It has a lockout soyou cannot shift directly from fifth toreverse ins

If you exceed the maximum speedfor the gear you are in, the enginespeed will enter into the tachometer’sred zone. If this occurs, you may feelthe engi

Resting your foot on the pedal keepsthe brakes applied lightly, builds upheat, and reduces their effectivenessand reduces brake pad life. Inaddition,

Check the brakes after drivingthrough deep water. Apply thebrakes moderately to see if they feelnormal. If not, apply them gently andfrequently until

If this indicator comes on, the anti-lock function of the braking systemhas shut down. The brakes still worklike a conventional system, butwithout ant

When VSA activates, you may noticethat the engine does not respond tothe accelerator in the same way itdoes at other times.The VSA system cannot enhan

Driving with varying tire or wheelsizes may cause the VSA tomalfunction. When replacing tires,make sure they are of the same sizeand type as your orig

−Adjust the driver’s seat as far to therear as possible while allowing you tomaintain full control of the vehicle.Have a passenger adjust his or herse

Your vehicle is equipped with a tirepressure monitoring system (TPMS)that turns on every time you start theengine and monitors the pressure inyour tir

For example, if you check and fillyour tires in a warm area, then drivein extremely cold weather, the tirepressure will be lower thanmeasured and coul

As required by the FCC:This device complies with Part 15 of theFCC rules. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions: (1) This devicemay not

Your vehicle is not designed to tow atrailer. Attempting to do so can voidyour warranties.Towing a TrailerDriving157

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This section explains why it isimportant to keep your vehicle wellmaintained and how to follow basicmaintenance safety precautions.If you have the ski

To eliminate potential hazards, readthe instructions before you begin,and make sure you have the toolsand skills required.All service items not detail

−−−−−−−−−−−−CONTINUEDCalculated EngineOil Life (%)100 % 91 %90 % 81 %80 % 71 %70 % 61 %60 % 51 %50 % 41 %40 % 31 %30 % 21 %20 % 16 %15 % 11 %10 % 6 %5

If the remaining engine oil life is 15to 6 percent, you will see the engineoil life indicator every time you turnthe ignition switch to the ON (II)pos

CONTINUEDNegative mileage means yourvehicle has passed the maintenancerequired point.If you do not perform the indicatedmaintenance, negative mileage

Adjust the driver’s seat-back to acomfortable, upright position,leaving ample space between yourchest and the airbag cover in thecenter of the steerin

−The maximum total mileage shownis ‘‘ 9999.’’When the engine oil life is 0 percentor negative mileage, themaintenance minder indicator( )remainsoneven

If maintenance service is done bysomeone other than your dealer,reset the maintenance minder asfollows:Turn the ignition switch to the ON(II) position

If you have the required servicedone but do not reset the display, orreset the display without doing theservice, the system will not show theproper ma

−＃−−−−U.S. Vehicles:Youshouldcheckthefollowingitems at the specified intervals. Ifyou are unsure of how to performany check, turn to the appropriatepa

＊＃＃＊＃＊＊Maintenance Minder168Maintenance Sub ItemsCheck tire inflation and conditionReplace air cleaner elementReplace dust and pollen filterInspect dr

Fluid LocationsMaintenance169WASHER FLUID(Blue cap)ENGINE OIL FILL CAPENGINE OIL DIPSTICK(Black handle)CLUTCH FLUID(Gray cap)BRAKE FLUID(Black cap)ENG

Make sure the API Certification Sealsays ‘‘For Gasoline Engines.’’Oil is major contributor to yourengine’s performance and longevity.Always use a prem

−The oil’s viscosity or weight isprovided on the container’s label.Select the oil for your vehicleaccording to this chart.An oil with a viscosity of 1

Remove the oil filter, and let theremaining oil drain. A specialwrench (available from yourdealer) is required.Open the hood, and remove theengine oil

If Honda antifreeze/coolant is notavailable, you may use anothermajor-brand non-silicate coolant as atemporaryreplacement.Makesureitis a high-quality

Position the lap part of the belt aslow as possible across your hips,then pull up on the shoulder part ofthe belt so the lap part fits snugly.This let

If the reserve tank is completelyempty, you should also check thecoolant level in the radiator.When the radiator and engine arecool, relieve any press

Check the fluid level by looking atthe level gauge attached to the cap.Check the fluid level in thewindshield washer reservoir at leastmonthly during

Check the fluid level with thetransmission at normal operatingtemperature and the vehicle sittingon level ground. Remove thetransmission filler bolt,

Use an SAE 90 viscosity hypoid gearoil, API service classified GL5 orGL6 only.Put a new washer on the filler bolt,then reinstall the filler bolt. Tigh

Check the brake fluid level in thereservoirs monthly.Always use Honda Heavy DutyBrake Fluid DOT 3. If it is notavailable, you should use only DOT 3or

The low beam headlight bulbs are atype of high voltage discharge tube.High voltage can remain in thecircuit even with the light switch offand the key

Open the hood.If you need to change the highbeam headlight bulb on the driver’sside, remove the coolant reservetank from its holder by pulling itstrai

If you are changing the bulb onthe driver’s side, start the engine,turn the steering wheel all the wayto the right, then turn off theengine. If you ar

Use a small flat-tipped screwdriverto pry carefully on the back edgeof the side turn signal assemblyuntil it pops out of the body.Turn the bulb holder

Open the trunk.Remove the fasteners from thetrunk lining. To remove a fastener,push on the center of the headuntil it pops in, then pull thefastener o

Sitting improperly can increase thechance of injury during a crash. Forexample, if an occupant slouches,lies down, turns sideways, sitsforward, leans

Install the new bulb into thesocket.Push the socket into the lightassembly, and turn it clockwiseuntil it locks.Install the trunk lining, and secureit

The floor mats that came with yourvehicle hook over the floor matanchors. This keeps them fromsliding forward and possiblyinterfering with vehicle ope

Check the condition of the wiperblades at least every six months.Replace them if you find signs ofcracking in the rubber, areas that aregetting hard,

Examine the new wiper blades. Ifthey have no plastic or metalreinforcement along the backedge, remove the metalreinforcement strips from the oldwiper

Clean the wheels as you would therest of the exterior. Wash them withthesamesolution,andrinsethemthoroughly.Aluminum alloy wheels have aprotective cle

Keeping the tires properly inflatedprovides the best combination ofhandling, tread life, and ridingcomfort.Underinflated tires wear unevenly,adversely

A tire this worn gives very littletraction on wet roads. You shouldreplace the tire if you can see threeor more tread wear indicators.The following ch

In addition to proper inflation,correct wheel alignment helps todecrease tire wear. If you find a tireis worn unevenly, have your dealercheck the whee

You should not rotate your vehicle’stires. The front and rear tires aredifferent sizes, so they cannot berotated front-to-rear. The original-equipment

Wheels:Tires:See page for information aboutDOT Tire Quality Grading, and pagefor tire size and labelinginformation.TheABSworksbycomparingthespeed of t

This owner’s manual should beconsidered a permanent part of thevehicle and should remain with thevehicle when it is sold.This owner’s manual covers al

When driving, remember to situpright and adjust the seat as farback as possible while allowing fullcontrol of the vehicle. When ridingas a passenger,

＋If you mount snow tires on yourvehicle, make sure they are radialtires of the same size and load rangeas original tires. Mount snow tires onall four

TiresMaintenance195Using the wrong chains, or notproperly installing chains, candamage the brake lines andcause a crash in which you canbe seriously i

Check the condition of the batterymonthlybylookingatthetestindicator window. The label on thebattery explains the test indicator’scolors.Check the ter

−If additional battery maintenance isneeded, see your dealer or aqualified technician.Battery posts,terminals, and related accessoriescontain lead and

If you need to park your vehicle foran extended period (more than 1month), there are several things youshould do to prepare it for storage.Proper prep

This section covers the morecommon problems that motoristsexperience with their vehicles. Itgives you information about how tosafely evaluate the prob

Replace the tire when you can seethe tread wear indicator bars. Thereplacement should be the same sizeand design tire, mounted on thesamewheel.Thespar

Open the trunk. Lift up the toolbox lid, and take the jack, thewheel nut wrench, and theextension out of the tool box.Thecompactsparetireissmallerthan

Unscrew the wing bolt, and takethe spare tire out of the spare tireshelf.Remove the three clips holdingthe spare tire cover by pulling therings straig

Use the extension and the wheelnut wrench as shown to raise thevehicle until the flat tire is off theground.Before mounting the spare tire,wipeanydirt

If they do, theycould be very seriously injured in acrash.Devices intended to improveoccupant comfort or reposition theshoulder part of a seat belt ca

Put on the spare tire. Put thewheel nuts back on finger-tight,then tighten them in a crisscrosspattern with the wheel nut wrenchuntil the wheel is fir

Put the flat tire in the trunk wellvertically as shown.Remove the tool box from thetrunk well, and replace the jack,wheel wrench, and extension inthe

If you have a flat tire while driving,stop in a safe place, set the parkingbrake, and thoroughly examine thetire for a puncture or other damage.If a p

CONTINUEDOpen the trunk and remove thetire repair kit.Your tire repair kit contains:An air pump with a power cordandanairhoseattached.Remove the seala

Screw the sealant filler hose ontothe tire valve. Make sure thebottle remains upright to ensureall of the sealant flows into the tire.Unscrew the bott

CONTINUEDTurn the air pump switch ON. Theair pressure gauge will show 40 to60 psi for the first few minutes,then the pressure will go down toabout10to

Remove the wheel label from therepair kit and attach it to thecenter of the wheel.Remove the instrument panel labelfrom the repair kit and place it as

Remove the tire valve cap, screw theair pump hose onto the tire valve,and check the air gauge. (You do notneed to attach the power cord orturn the air

Diagnosing why the engine won’tstart falls into two areas, dependingon what you hear when you pressthe ENGINE START button.You hear nothing, or almost

If the headlights dim noticeably orgo out when you try to start theengine, either the battery isdischarged or the connections arecorroded. Check the c

Your seat belt system includes lap/shoulder belts in both seatingpositions. The seat belts are alsoequipped with automatic seat belttensioners.This sy

＋＋Although this seems like a simpleprocedure, you should take severalprecautions. Open the hood, and check thephysical condition of the battery.In ver

−The reading on your vehicle’stemperature gauge should stay inthe midrange under most conditions.If it reaches the red mark, youshould determine the r

Look for any obvious coolant leaks,such as a split radiator hose.Everything is still extremely hot,so use caution. If you find a leak, itmust be repai

If there was no coolant in thereserve tank, you may need to addcoolant to the radiator. Let theengine cool down until the readingreaches the middle of

Let the vehicle sit for a minute.Open the hood, and check the oillevel (see page ). An enginevery low on oil can lose pressureduring cornering and oth

If the indicator comes on repeatedly,even though it may go off as youcontinue driving, have your vehiclechecked by a dealer as soon aspossible.If this

If the brake system indicator comeson while driving, the brake fluid levelis probably low. Press lightly on thebrake pedal to see if it feels normal.I

Locate the electrical connector forthe convertible top motor.It is under the lower corner of thedashboard on the passenger’s side.Disconnect the conne

The vehicle’s fuses are contained inthreefuseboxes.The primary under-hood fuse box isonthepassenger’ssidenexttothebattery. To open it, push the two ta

CONTINUEDIf something electrical in yourvehicle stops working, check for ablown fuse first. Determine from thechart on pages and , or thediagram on th

The lap and shoulder belt goes overyour shoulder, across your chest,and across your hips.To fasten the belt, insert the latchplate into the buckle, th

If you cannot drive the vehiclewithout fixing the problem, and youdo not have a spare fuse, take a fuseof the same rating or a lower ratingfrom one of

If the radio fuse is removed, theaudio system will disable itself. Thenexttimeyouturnontheradioyouwill see ‘‘CODE’’ (U.S. model) or‘‘Code’’ (Canadian

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If your vehicle needs to be towed,call a professional towing service ororganization. Never tow your vehiclewith just a rope or chain. It is verydanger

Screw the towing hook into theextension, and tighten it securelyusing the wheel nut wrench.4.If Your Vehicle Gets StuckTaking Care of the Unexpected22

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−Thediagramsinthissectiongiveyou the dimensions and capacities ofyour vehicle and the locations of theidentification numbers. It alsoincludes informat

Your vehicle has several identifyingnumbers located in various places.The vehicle identification number(VIN) is the 17-digit number yourdealer uses to

The transmission number is on alabel underneath the transmission.The engine number is stamped onthe front right corner of the engineblock, below the v

For safety, you should check thecondition of your seat belts regularly.For added protection, the seat beltsare equipped with automatic seatbelt tensio

＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＋−Specifications234CapacitiesSeating CapacitiesEngineWeightsDimensions162.7 in (4,133 mm)68.9 in (1,750 mm)50.0 in (1,270 mm)Excluding the oil

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Quality grades can be found whereapplicable on the tire sidewallbetween tread shoulder andmaximum section width. Forexample:All passenger car tires mu

The temperature grades are A (thehighest), B, and C, representing thetire’s resistance to the generation ofheat and its ability to dissipate heatwhen

−−−−−−−−The tires that came on your vehiclehave a number of markings. Thoseyou should be aware of are describedbelow.Manufacturer’sidentification mark

−−−−Tire type code.Date of manufacture.The maximum airpressurethetirecanhold.The maximum load thetire can carry atmaximum air pressure.WeekYearFW6X220

−Each tire, including the spare (ifprovided), should be checkedmonthly when cold and inflated tothe inflation pressure recommendedby the vehicle manuf

−Always check the TPMS malfunctiontelltale after replacing one or moretires or wheels on your vehicle toensure that the replacement oralternate tires

＊＊The burning of gasoline in yourvehicle’s engine produces several by-products. Some of these are carbonmonoxide (CO), oxides of nitrogen(NOx), and hy

The emissions control systems aredesigned and certified to work to-gether in reducing emissions tolevels that comply with the Clean AirAct. To make su

The dealer should also inspect theanchors for damage and replacethem if needed. If the automatic seatbelt tensioners activate during acrash, they must

The three way catalytic convertercontains precious metals that serveas catalysts, promoting chemicalreactions to convert the exhaustgasses without aff

If you take your vehicle for anemissions test shortly after thebattery has been disconnected orgone dead, it may not pass the test.This is because of

Select a nearby lightly traveledmajor highway where you canmaintain a speed of 50 to 60 mph(80to97km/h)foratleast20minutes. Drive on the highway in6th

Additional Information About Your AirbagsAirbag System Components20(1)(2)(3)(7)(8)(6)(4)(5)(4)(6)(9)(1) Driver’s Front Airbag(2) Passenger’s Front Air

Emergency backup power in caseyour vehicle’s electrical system isdisconnected in a crash.Your airbag system includes: An indicator on the dashboard th

The total time for inflation anddeflation is one-tenth of a second, sofast that most occupants are notaware that the airbags deployed untilthey see th

In a crash, both stageswill ignite simultaneously to providethe quickest and greatest protection.In a crash, one stage willignite first, then the seco

One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of your new vehicle is toread this manual. In it, you will learn how to operate its driving controls and

If there is a problem with the sensor,the SRS indicator will come on, andthe airbag will inflate in the normalmanner regardless of the driver’sseating

CONTINUEDWhen you turn the ignition switch tothe ON (II) position, this indicatorcomes on briefly then goes off. Thistells you the system is workingpr

If you see any of these indications,the airbags and seat belt tensionersmay not work properly when youneed them.Be aware that objects placed on thepas

The passenger airbag off indicatormaycomeonandoffrepeatedlyifthe total weight on the seat is nearthe airbag cutoff threshold.If the indicator comes on

Take your vehicle to anauthorized dealer as soon aspossible. If you ignore thisindication, your airbags may notoperate properly.Together, airbags ands

−−−Children depend on adults to protectthem. However, despite their bestintentions, many adults do not knowhow to protect childpassengers.Each year, m

−If the airbag inflates, itcan hit the back of the child seatwith enough force to kill or veryseriously injure an infant.If a larger child must ride i

−To remind you of the passenger’sairbag hazards, your vehicle haswarninglabelsonthedashboard(U.S. models) and on the driver’s andpassenger’s visors. P

−If they do, theycould be very seriously injured in acrash.Leaving children withoutadult supervision is illegal in moststates and Canadian provinces,a

Because an inflating airbag canseriously injure or kill small children,we recommend that you do not carrya small child as a passenger in thisvehicle.I

California Proposition 65 WarningThis product contains or emits chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birthdefects or other r

To provide proper protection, a childseat should meet threerequirements:Look for FMVSS213 or CMVSS 213 on the box.Before purchasing a child seat, orus

With the child seat in position,route the belt through the childseat according to the seat maker’sinstructions, then insert the latchplate into the bu

To remove slack, it may help toputweightonthechildseat,orpush on the back of the seat whilepulling up on the belt.Push and pull the child seatforward

To determine if a lap/shoulder beltproperly fits a child, have the childput on the seat belt, then askyourself:Does the child sit all the way backagai

Does the shoulder belt crossbetween the child’s neck and arm?Is the lap part of the belt as low aspossible, touching the child’sthighs?Will the child

If you decide that a child can safelyride in this vehicle, be sure to:Carefully read the owner’s manual,and make sure you understand allseat belt inst

This could resultin serious neck injuries during acrash.If they do, theycould be very seriously injured in acrash.This couldcause very serious injurie

Your vehicle’s exhaust containscarbon monoxide gas. Carbonmonoxide should not enter thevehicle in normal driving if youmaintain your vehicle properly

These labels are in the locationsshown. They warn you of potentialhazards that could cause seriousinjury. Read these labels carefully.If a label comes

This section gives information aboutthe controls and displays thatcontribute to the daily operation ofyour vehicle. All the essentialcontrols are with

−−−−−−Your safety, and the safety of others,is very important. And operating thisvehicle safely is an importantresponsibility.To help you make informe

＊＊＊＊ If equipped.:Control Locations44POWER WINDOWSWITCHESACCESSORY POWER SOCKETREAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTONHAZARD WARNINGBUTTONPOWER DOORLOCKPARKING BR

＊＊＊＊The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text.1:2 : Only on CR models. CR models are not available

The instrument panel has manyindicators to give you importantinformation about your vehicle.This indicator has two functions:Itcomesonwhenyouturntheig

See page .This indicator comes on if the trunklid is not closed tightly.This indicator comes on if eitherdoor is not closed tightly.This indicator com

If this indicator comes on when theignition switch is turned to the ON(II) position and the parking brake isreleased, it means there is a problemin th

This indicator comes on as areminder that you must refuel soon.This indicator comes on for a fewseconds when you turn the ignitionswitch to the ON (II

This indicator has three functions:Itcomesonasareminderthatyouhave turned off the vehiclestability assist (VSA) system.It flashes when VSA is active (

This indicator normally comes on fora few seconds when you turn theignition to the ON (II) position.If it comes on while driving, itindicates that one

This indicator shows the rpm rangewhere peak power occurs.When it is flashing, engine speedis approaching the maximumpower range.When it stays on, the

−＋The trip meter shows the number ofmiles or kilometers driven since youlast reset it.To reset a trip meter, display it, andthen press and hold the TR

This shows how much fuel you have.It may show slightly more or lessthan the actual amount.Your vehicle’s on board diagnosticsystem will detect a loose

−−−−−−−−±±The temperature must bestabilized before doing thisprocedure.To adjust the outside temperatureindicator, make sure the outsidetemperature in

＋−＋−The information display in theinstrument panel shows you theengine oil life and maintenanceservice items when the ignitionswitch is in the ON (II)

＊＊＊＊＊To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel.If equipped.1:2:Controls Near the Steering WheelInstruments and Controls57HOOD RELEAS

−−−−−−−−−MISTOFFINT IntermittentLO Low speedHI High speedWindshield washersPush the right lever up or down toselect a position.The wipers run at highs

−−−Push down on thelever to signal a left turn and up tosignal a right turn. To signal a lanechange, push lightly on the lever,and hold it. The lever

＋−＋−The buttons in the lower left cornerof the instrument panel adjust thebrightness of the display in five steps.Push the or button five timesto see

Do not push the defogger buttonwhen the convertible top is folded.Make sure the rear window is clearand you have good visibility beforestarting to dri

The valet key works only in theignition and the door locks. You cankeep the trunk and the lower consolecompartment locked when you leaveyour vehicle a

When you turn the ignition switch tothe ON (II) position, the immobilizersystem indicator should come on fora few seconds, then go off. If theindicato

(seat belts, SRS, and child protection)(fluid capacities and tire pressures)(main controls)(indicators, gauges, dashboard, and steering column)(heatin

−−−The ignition switch has threepositions: LOCK (0), ACCESSORY(I), and ON (II).This is the normal keyposition when driving. Several of theindicators o

Each door has a lock tab next to theinside door handle. When you pushin the lock tab on the driver’s door,both doors lock. Pulling out the locktab on

You can also use the master key toopen the trunk lock.To open the trunk with the remotetransmitter, press and hold theTRUNK RELEASE button for about1s

−−−−Press this button onceto unlock the driver’s door. Push ittwice to also unlock the passenger’sdoor.Press this button once tolock both doors. Some

＋◎▽To replace the battery, remove theround cover on the back of thetransmitter by turning itcounterclockwise with a coin. Inserta new battery with the

−To adjust the seat forward andbackward, pull up on the lever underthe seat cushion’s front edge. Thentrytomovetheseattomakesureitis locked in positio

Turn the ignition switch to the ON(II) position to raise or lower eitherwindow. To open a window, push theswitchdownandholdit.Releasetheswitch when yo

−The master control panel also con-tains these extra features:To open the driver’swindow fully, push the windowswitch firmly down to the seconddetent,

Before operating the convertible top,make sure the vehicle is parked onlevel ground, the rear defogger is off,and there is enough clearance abovethe t

With the latches released, pushthe locking levers up until theylatch.PullbackandholdtheROOFswitch. The windows lower andthe roof folds back. Release t

A convenient reference to thesections in this manual.A quick reference to the maincontrols in your vehicle.Explains the purpose of eachinstrument pane

Use the convertible top cover whenthe top is folded to help preventforeign objects, dirt, etc., fromgetting into the material and themechanism.The cov

Pull down the strap on thepassenger’s side of the cover, andalign its snap with the pin on thetrim panel behind the door. Presson both sides of the sn

Push the locking levers up whileholding the tab. When the latch isin place, release the tab. Makesure the convertible top is securelylatched.Push in t

Dust is the main cause of creaks orother sounds coming from theconvertible top.Regularly clean the body seals withglass cleaner and a soft cloth. Do n

Because of the size and weight ofthe removable hardtop, it isrecommended that you havesomeone help you remove and installit.Clean and dry the hardtop

Loosen the bolt of the rear coverlid with a flat-tipped screwdriver.Pull the bolt out until it stopsagainst the lid.Make sure the vehicle is parkedon

Hold the bolt and lid, and removethe lid by pulling them up togetheras shown in the illustration above.Repeattheprocedureforthelidon the other side.Ke

Carefully set the removablehardtop on the vehicle, makingsure the lock rods go into thepositioning holes behind each door.Be careful not to pinch your

Plug the harness for the rearwindow defogger (see page )into the rear connector. Make sureit locks into the connector.Remove the cap from the rearwind

Lower the windows.Unplug the rear window defoggerharness from the connector bysqueezingthetabontheharnessplug. Pull on the plug, not theharness.Push i

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Pivot the lock rods forward torelease the sides of the hardtop.Lift the hardtop straight up off thevehicleandsetitaside.Install the cap on the reardef

When reinstalling the rear coverlid, align the tabs to theappropriate holders and push thelid down while holding the bolt out.Tighten the bolts secure

Support the hardtop during storageto prevent the front seal frommaking contact the floor or anyother surface that can deform therubber.Avoid automatic

Keeptheinsideandoutsidemirrorsclean and adjusted for best visibility.Be sure to adjust the mirrors beforeyou start driving.The inside mirror has day a

To apply the parking brake, pull thelever up fully. To release it, pull upslightly, push the button, and lowerthe lever. The parking brakeindicator on

＊＊Interior Convenience ItemsInstruments and Controls89BEVERAGE HOLDERCONSOLE COMPARTMENTDASHBOARD LOWER POCKETDRIVER’S SEAT-BACK POCKETACCESSORY POWER

Open the beverage holder bypushing on the tab. The lid will slideopen.This socket is intended to supplypower for 12 volt DC accessoriesthat are rated

The lever to open the uppercompartment is inside the lowercompartment. Push up the lever, andlift the lid. To close, lower the lid,and push it down un

If the switch is in the center position,the interior light will come on whenyou remove the key from the ignitionswitch.The interior light has a three-

When the switch is in the centerposition with both doors closed, thetwo bulbs in the interior light caneach be turned on and off with thebutton next t