Honda 2004 S2000 - Owner's Manual User Manual

2004 S2000 Online Reference Owner's Manual Use these links (and links throughout this manual) to navigate through this reference. For a printed o

Your vehicle is equipped with manyfeatures that work together toprotect you and your passengersduring a crash.Some safety features do not requireanyac

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

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Before you begin driving your Honda,youshouldknowwhatgasolinetouse, and how to check the levels ofimportant fluids. You also need toknow how to proper

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.Stop filling the tank after the fuelnozzle automatically clicks off. Donot try

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

Wait a few minutes after turning theengine off before you check the oil.Remove the dipstick (blackhandle).Wipe the dipstick with a cleancloth or paper

Try to maintain a constant speed.Everytimeyouslowdownandspeed up, your vehicle uses extrafuel.Usethecruisecontrolwhenappropriate.Combine several short

Modifying your vehicle, or installingsome non-Honda accessories, canmake your vehicle unsafe. Beforeyou make any modifications or addanyaccessories,be

Removing parts from your vehicle,or replacing components with non-Honda (aftermarket) componentscould seriously affect your vehicle’shandling, stabili

Your vehicle is equipped with seatbelts in both seating positions.Your seat belt system also includesan indicator on the instrument panelto remind you

Your vehicle has several convenientstorage areas:Door pocketsConsoleSideNetsHowever, carrying too much cargo,or improperly storing it, can affectyour

×−The maximum load limit for yourvehicle is 400 lbs (185 kg). Thisfigure includes the total weight of alloccupants, cargo, and accessories.To determin

Store or secure all items that couldbe thrown around and hurtsomeone during a crash.Be sure items placed on the floorbehind the seats cannot roll unde

Your Honda is designed to give youoptimum handling and performanceon well-maintained roads. As part ofthis design, your vehicle has aminimum of ground

This section gives you tips onstarting the engine under variousconditions, and how to operate themanual transmission. It also includesimportant inform

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 Fifthto Reverse 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

Make sure the convertible top andwindows are closed.Turn off the lights.Place any packages, valuables, etc.,in the trunk or take them with you.Lock th

Your vehicle has a SupplementalRestraint System (SRS) with frontalairbags to help protect the heads andchests of the driver and a passengerduring a mo

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

If the ABS indicator comes on, theanti-lock function of the brakingsystem has shut down. The brakesstill work like a conventional system,but without a

This section explains why it isimportant to keep your vehicle wellmaintained and how to follow basicmaintenance safety precautions.This section also i

All service items not detailed in thissection should be performed by aHonda technician or qualifiedmechanic.To eliminate potential hazards, readthe in

−−The maintenance schedule assumesyou will use your vehicle as normaltransportation for your passengerand possessions. You should alsofollow these rec

＃−−−−−Your authorized Honda dealerknows your vehicle best and canprovide competent, efficient service.However, service at a dealer is notmandatory to

＃＃＃Maintenance123Check oil and coolant at each fuel stopEvery 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or every 1 year, whichever comes firstEvery 7,500 miles (12,000

＊＃＃＃＊Maintenance124Service the items listed at the indicated distance (or time, if given).miles x 1,000km x 1,000Check oil and coolant at each fuel st

(for Normal and Severe Schedules)CONTINUEDMaintenance RecordMaintenance1253,750 mi7,500 mi11,250 mi15,000 mi18,750 mi22,500 mi26,250 mi30,000 mi33,750

(for Normal and Severe Schedules)Maintenance RecordMaintenance12663,750 mi67,500 mi71,250 mi75,000 mi78,750 mi82,500 mi86,250 mi90,000 mi93,750 mi97,5

The rest of this section gives moredetailed information about how youcan maximize your safety.Remember however, that no safetysystem can prevent all i

(for Normal and Severe Schedules)Maintenance RecordMaintenance127123,750 mi127,500 mi131,250 mi135,000 mi138,750 mi142,500 mi146,250 mi150,000 miSigna

Fluid LocationsMaintenance128WASHER FLUID(Blue cap)ENGINE OIL DIPSTICKENGINE OIL FILL CAPCLUTCH FLUID(Gray cap)BRAKE FLUID(Gray cap)COOLANT RESERVOIRM

CONTINUEDUnscrew and remove the engine oilfill cap on top of the valve cover.Pour in the oil slowly and carefully soyou do not spill. Clean up any spi

−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

CONTINUEDRemove the oil filter, and let theremaining oil drain. A specialwrench (available from yourHonda dealer) is required.Install a new oil filter

Turn off the engine and let it sitfor several minutes, then checkthe oil level on the dipstick. Ifnecessary, add more oil.If the coolant level in the

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

If Honda MTF is not available, youmay use an SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40viscosity motor oil with the APICertification seal that says ‘‘FORGASOLINE ENGINES’’

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 National Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration and TransportCanada recommend that driversallow at least 10 inches (25 cm)between the center of the

CONTINUEDTheheadlightswereproperlyaimedwhen your vehicle was new. If youregularly carry heavy items in thetrunk, readjustment may be required.Adjustme

Open the hood.If you need to change the highbeam headlight bulb on the leftside, remove the coolant reservetank from its holder by pulling itstraight

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

Install the new bulb into thesocket.Push the socket into the lightassembly, and turn it clockwiseuntil it locks.Testthelightstomakesurethenew bulb is

If your seat belts get dirty, use a softbrush with a mixture of mild soapand warm water to clean them. Donot use bleach, dye, or cleaningsolvents. Let

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

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

Insert the latch plate into the buckle,then tug on the belt to make sure thebelt is securely latched. Also checkthat the belt is not twisted, because

If you check the pressure when thetires are hot (driven for severalmiles), you will see readings 4 to 6psi (30 to 40 kPa, 0.3 to 0.4 kgf/cm )higher th

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

＋Wheels:Tires:See page for DOT tire qualitygrading information, and pagefor tire size explanation.Tires marked ‘‘M S’’ or ‘‘AllSeason’’ on the sidewal

When installing cables, follow themanufacturer’s instructions, andmount them as tight as you can.Make sure they are not contactingthe brake lines or s

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

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

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

Use the compact spare tire as atemporary replacement only. Getyour regular tire repaired or replacedand put it back on your vehicle assoon as you can.

If you have a flat tire while driving,stop in a safe place to change it.Drive slowly along the shoulder untilyou get to an exit or an area that isfar

Remove the three clips holdingthe spare tire cover by pullingstraight up on the rings. Removethe spare tire cover.Unscrew the wing bolt, and takethe s

If a seat belt does not seem to workas it should, it may not protect theoccupant in a crash.Using a seatbelt that is not working properly canresult in

Use the extension and wheelwrench as shown to raise thevehicle until the flat tire is off theground.Remove the wheel nuts and flattire. Temporarily pl

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

Remove the tool box from thetrunk well, and replace the jack,wheel wrench, and extension inthe tool box.Place the tool box into the sparetire shelf in

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

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

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

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

Safely pull off the road, and shutoff the engine. Turn on the hazardwarning indicators.Let the vehicle sit for a minute.Open the hood, and check the o

If you are pregnant, the best way toprotect yourself and your unbornchild when driving or riding in avehicle is to always wear a seat belt,and keep th

If you have recently refueled yourvehicle, the indicator coming oncould be a loose or missing fuel fillcap. Tighten the cap until it clicks atleast th

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

If the electric motor will not closethe convertible top, do the following.Check the fuse for the convertibletop motor (see page ). If thefuse is blown

The interior fuse box is underneaththe dashboard on the driver’s side.There are two under-hood fuseboxes in the engine compartment.The primary under-h

Turn the ignition switch to LOCK(0). Make sure the headlights andall other accessories are off.Remove the cover from the fusebox.Check each of the lar

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If your vehicle gets stuck in sand,mud, or snow, call a towing serviceto pull it out (see page ).For very short distances, such asfreeing the vehicle,

Screw the towing hook into theextension and tighten it securelyby hand.4.If Your Vehicle Gets StuckTaking Care of the Unexpected175NOTICE: To avoid da

−−−The towtruck uses two pivoting arms that gounder the tires (front or rear) andlifts them off the ground. The othertwo tires remain on the ground.Be

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

Thediagramsinthissectiongiveyou the dimensions and capacities ofyour Honda, and the locations of theidentification numbers. It alsoincludes informatio

Your vehicle has several identifyingnumbers located in various places.The Vehicle Identification Number(VIN) is the 17-digit number yourHonda dealer u

The Transmission Number is on alabel underneath the transmission.The Engine Number is stamped onthe back left corner of the engineblock, below the rea

＊＊＋−＊＊SpecificationsTechnical Information180DimensionsWeightsCapacitiesEngine162.0 in (4,115 mm)68.9 in (1,750 mm)50.6 in (1,285 mm)94.5 in (2,400 mm)

−−−−−−−−−−−−−−−−SpecificationsTechnical Information181BatteryFusesAlignmentTiresLightsAir conditioning55 W12 V 12 V 36 AH/5 HR0.00 in (0.0 mm)0.15 in

−Quality grades can be found whereapplicable on the tire sidewallbetween the tread shoulder and themaximum section width. Forexample:All passenger car

−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.Whenever tires are replaced, t

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

The exhaust emissions controlsinclude four systems: PGM-FI,Ignition Timing Control, SecondaryAir Injection System, and Three WayCatalytic Converter. T

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

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

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

Select a nearby lightly traveledmajor highway where you canmaintain a speed of 50 to 60 mph(80to97km/h)foratleast20minutes. Drive on the highway in5th

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Customer Service...Information . 192...Warranty Coverages . 193Reporting Safety Defects...

Honda dealership personnel aretrained professionals. They shouldbe able to answer all your questions.If you encounter a problem that yourdealership do

−−−−−−−−−Your new Honda is covered by thesewarranties:covers your new vehicle, except forthe battery, emissions controlsystems, and accessories, again

If you believe that your vehicle has adefect which could cause a crash orcould cause injury or death, youshould immediately inform theNational Highway

＊＊＊−＊２００４ＨＯＮThe publications shown below can be purchased from HelmIncorporated. You can order in any of three ways:Detach and mail the order form on

−−−ＳＨＩＰＴＯＰＡＹＭＥＮＴThis manual covers maintenance and recommendedprocedures for repair to engine and chassis components.It is written for the journeyman

This Owner’s Manual should be considereda permanent part of the vehicle, and shouldremain with the vehicle when it is sold.This Owner’s Manual covers

The tensioners are designed toactivate primarily in frontal collisions,andtheyshouldactivateinanycollision severe enough to causeairbag inflation.Howe

CONTINUEDAccessories...Installation . 105...Accessory Power Socket . 70ACCESSORY (Ignition Key...

...Economy, Fuel . 104...Emergencies on the Road . 153...Battery, Jump Starting . 162...Cha

CONTINUED...Halogen Headlight Bulbs . 137...Hazard Warning Flashers . 49Headlights...Daytime Running Lights . 48...

...Hood Latch . 135...Hood, Opening the . 102...Hydraulic Clutch . 136...

CONTINUED...Panel Brightness Control . 49...Parking Brake . 67...Parking Lights

Replacement Information...Engine Oil and Filter . 130...Fuses . 170...

CONTINUEDTechnical Descriptions...DOT Tire Quality Grading . 182...Emissions Control Systems . 185Three Way Catalytic...

Wipers, Windshield...Changing Blades . 144...Operation . 47...W

Service Information SummaryGasoline:Fuel Tank Capacity:Brake Fluid:Tire Pressure (measured cold):SpareTirePressure:Recommended Engine Oil:6-speed Manu

Your airbag system includes:Two SRS (Supplemental RestraintSystem) airbags. The driver’sairbag is stored in the center ofthe steering wheel; the passe

During a frontal crash, your seat beltrestrains your lower body and torso,and the airbag helps protect yourhead and chest.Although both airbags normal

The SRS indicator alertsyou to a potential problemwith your airbags or seat belttensioners (see page ).When you turn the ignition to ON(II), this indi

Your airbag systems are virtuallymaintenance-free, and there are noparts you can safely service.However, you must have yourvehicle serviced if:Theairb

−−−Children depend on adults to protectthem. However, despite their bestintentions many adults do not knowhow to properly protect childpassengers.If y

−The National Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration and TransportCanada recommend that all childrenage 12 and under be properlyrestrained in a back sea

−To remind you of the passenger’sairbag hazards, your vehicle haswarninglabelsonthedashboardandon the driver’s and passenger’svisors. Please read and

−Never hold a small child on yourlap. If you are not wearing a seatbelt in crash, you could be thrownforward and crush the childagainst the dashboard.

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

Congratulations on your selection of the 2004 Honda S2000. We are certainyou will be pleased with your purchase of one of the most sophisticated andte

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

The passenger’s seat belt has alocking mechanism that must beactivated to secure a child seat.Move the vehicle seat to the rear-most position. Moving

After confirming that the belt islocked, grab the shoulder part ofthe belt near the buckle, and pullup to remove any slack from thelap part of the bel

When a child reaches therecommended weight or height limitfor a forward-facing child seat, thechild should sit in a back seat on abooster and wear a l

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 the passenger’s airbag inflates in amoderate to severe frontal collision,the airbag can cause serious injuriesto a child who is unrestrained,improp

This could result inserious neck injuries during a crash.This could causevery serious injuries during a crash.It also increases the chance that thechi

Your vehicle’s exhaust containscarbon monoxide gas. You shouldhave no problem with carbonmonoxide entering the vehicle innormal driving if you maintai

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

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

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

Control LocationsInstruments and Controls38HEADLIGHT/TURN SIGNALSWITCHHOOD RELEASEHANDLEDOOR LOCKSWITCHPOWER WINDOWSWITCHESMIRRORCONTROLSROOF SWITCHAU

＊＊＊The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text.Instrument PanelInstruments and Controls39TURN SIGNAL

The instrument panel has manyindicators to give you importantinformation about your vehicle.This indicator comes on when youturn the ignition to ON (I

This indicator comes on when youturn the ignition switch to ON (II). Ifit comes on at any other time, itindicates a potential problem withyour airbags

The left or right turn signal indicatorblinks when you signal a lane changeor turn. If the indicators do not blinkor blink rapidly, it usually means o

This indicator reminds you that it istime to take your vehicle in forscheduled maintenance.Refer to the Maintenance Schedulesfor Normal and Severe Dri

The odometer shows the totaldistance your vehicle has beendriven in miles and kilometers. It isillegal under U.S. federal law andCanadian provincial r

＋−＋−−＋This shows how much fuel you have.It may show slightly more or lessthan the actual amount.This shows the temperature of theengine’s coolant. Dur

＊＊To use the horn, press the pad around the ‘‘H’’ logo.Controls Near the Steering Wheel46REMOTE AUDIOCONTROLSHOOD RELEASEHANDLEINSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHT

Your Vehicle at a Glance2HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNAL SWITCHHOOD RELEASEHANDLEDOOR LOCKSWITCHPOWER WINDOWSWITCHESMIRRORCONTROLSROOF SWITCHAUDIO SYSTEMHEATIN

−−−−−−−−−MISTOFFINT IntermittentLO LowHI HighWindshield WashersPush the right lever up or down toselect a position.The wipers run at highspeed until y

−−−Turn SignalOffParking and interior lightsHeadlight onHigh beamsFlashhighbeamsPush down on theleft lever to signal a left turn and upto signal a rig

＋−＋−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

The rear window defogger will clearfog,frost,andthinicefromthewindow. Push the defogger button toturn it on and off. The indicator inthe button comes

The master key fits all the locks onyour vehicle.The valet key works only in theignition and the door locks. You cankeep the trunk and the lower conso

The Immobilizer System protectsyour vehicle from theft. If animproperly-coded key (or otherdevice) is used, the engine’s fuelsystem is disabled.When y

−−−The ignition switch has threepositions: LOCK (0), ACCESSORY(I), and ON (II).You can insert orremove the key only in this position.To turn the key,

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

−−−Pressthisbuttontolockboth doors. Some exterior lights willflash. When you push LOCK twicewithin 5 seconds, you will hear abeep to verify that the d

Your Vehicle at a Glance3ENGINE START BUTTONHEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALSHOOD RELEASE HANDLECRUISE CONTROL MASTER SWITCH HORNWINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERSREAR W

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

−See pages for important safetyinformation and warnings about how toproperly position seats and seat-backs.10 11Make all seat adjustments beforeyou st

You vehicle’s windows areelectrically-powered. Turn theignition switch to ON (II) to raise orlower either window.Each door has a switch that controlsi

−The master control panel also con-tains these extra features:To open the driver’swindow fully, push the windowswitch firmly down and release it.The w

The convertible top on your Hondalowers and raises electrically.It is advisable to raise the topwhenever you park the vehicle. Thishelps to protect th

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

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

Apply the parking brake. Theconvertible top will not operateunless the parking brake is fullyengaged.Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).Push in the 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

Move the selector switch to L(driver’s side) or R (passenger’sside).Keeptheinsideandoutsidemirrorsclean and adjusted for best visibility.Be sure to ad

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

The interior light has a three-position switch. In the OFF position,the light does not come on. In thecenter position, the interior lightcomes on when

Interior Convenience ItemsInstruments and Controls69BEVERAGE HOLDERCONSOLE COMPARTMENT ACCESSORY POWER SOCKETAUDIO PANELMain MenuTable of Contents

Open the beverage holder bypushing on the tab. The lid will slideopen.Be careful when you are using thebeverage holder. A spilled liquid thatis very h

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

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The heating and air conditioningsystems in your Honda provide acomfortable driving environment inall weather conditions.The standard audio system hasm

Vents, Heating, and A/CComfort and Convenience Features74RECIRCULATIONBUTTONAIR CONDITIONINGBUTTONFAN CONTROL LEVERMODE CONTROL DIALTEMPERATURECONTROL

Push this lever up and down toincrease and decrease the fan speed.The indicators next to the lever showyou the speed selected.Turning this dial clockw

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

−This section gives you importantinformation about how to protectyourself and your passengers. Itshows you how to use seat belts. Itexplains how your

To remove fog from the inside of thewindows:When you switch to another modefrom , the A/C stays on.Press the A/C button to turn it off.Select . The sy

Playing the RadioComfort and Convenience Features78SCAN BUTTONA.SEL BUTTONTUNE KNOBSEEK BARPWR/VOL KNOBAM/FM BUTTONA.SEL INDICATOR STEREO INDICATORSCA

−−−−The ignition switch must be in theACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position.Turn the system on by pushing thePWR/VOL knob or the AM/FMbutton. Adjust the v

−−−If you aretraveling far from home and can nolonger receive your preset stations,you can use the Auto Select featureto find stations in the local ar

CONTINUEDYour Honda’s radio can receive thecomplete AM and FM bands.Those bands cover these frequen-cies:AM band:530 to 1,710 kilohertzFM band:87.7 to

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

Playing a CDComfort and Convenience Features83CD BUTTON RANDOM INDICATOREJECT BUTTONSEEK/SKIP BARCD SLOTAM/FM BUTTONPWR/VOL KNOB REPEAT INDICATORREPEA

−−−＋With the ignition in theACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position,insert a CD into the CD slot. Thedrive will pull the CD in the rest ofthe way and begin

When using CD-R discs, use onlyhigh quality CDs labeled for audiouse.When recording a CD-R, therecording must be closed for it tobe used by the CD pla

If you see an error message in thedisplay while playing a CD, find thecause in the chart to the right. If youcannot clear the error message, takeyour

You’ll find many safetyrecommendations throughout thissection, and throughout this manual.Therecommendationsonthispageare the ones we consider to be t

If you see an error message in thedisplay while playing a CD, find thecause in the chart to the right. If youcannot clear the error message, takeyour

Your Honda is capable of receivingXMSatellite Radio anywhere in theUnited States, except Hawaii andAlaska.XMis a registered trademark ofXM Satellite R

−−−−CONTINUEDTo listen to satellite radio, turn theignition switch to the ACCESSORY(I) or ON (II) position. Push thePWR/VOL knob to turn on the audios

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

CONTINUEDThe XM satellites are in orbit nearthe equator; therefore, objectslocated south of the vehicle maycause satellite receptioninterruptions. Gro

Depending on where you drive, youmay experience reception problems.Interference can be caused by any ofthese conditions:Travelingonaneast/westmountain

Four controls for the audio systemareontheleftsideofthedashboardby the instrument panel. These letyou control basic functions withoutdistracting your

Your vehicle’s audio system willdisable itself if it is disconnectedfrom electrical power for any reason.To make it work again, you mustenter a specif

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

Thecruisecontrolmaynotholdthe set speed when you are goingup and down hills. If your speedincreases going down a hill, usethe brakes to slow down. Thi