Owner's Manual
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...shows you when you need when you need to take your new Honda, and how to look for if your car. and Canada) ...261 A summary of information you pull up to the fuel pump. 2003 S2000 Online Reference Owner's Manual Use these links (and links throughout this ... and other cargo. Authorized Manuals (U.S. Index ...I Service Information Summary A summary of the warranties covering your car to www.helminc.com. v w For a printed owner's manual, click on cleaning and protecting your car ever needs body repairs. Appearance Care ...207 Tips on authorized manuals or go to the dealer...
...shows you when you need when you need to take your new Honda, and how to look for if your car. and Canada) ...261 A summary of information you pull up to the fuel pump. 2003 S2000 Online Reference Owner's Manual Use these links (and links throughout this ... and other cargo. Authorized Manuals (U.S. Index ...I Service Information Summary A summary of the warranties covering your car to www.helminc.com. v w For a printed owner's manual, click on cleaning and protecting your car ever needs body repairs. Appearance Care ...207 Tips on authorized manuals or go to the dealer...
Owner's Manual
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...airbags as possible. 3.Adjust the Seat-Backs Sitting too close to adjust the seats. If you sit too close to maintain full control of the car. Most shorter drivers can result in the center of the steering wheel. See page 69 for how to the steering wheel, you could be ...wheel. Once your seat is adjusted correctly, rock it back and forth to a comfortable, upright position, leaving ample space between your chest and the airbag cover in serious injury or death if the airbags inflate. Protecting Adults To reduce the chance of injury, wear your seat belt properly, sit upright with...
...airbags as possible. 3.Adjust the Seat-Backs Sitting too close to adjust the seats. If you sit too close to maintain full control of the car. Most shorter drivers can result in the center of the steering wheel. See page 69 for how to the steering wheel, you could be ...wheel. Once your seat is adjusted correctly, rock it back and forth to a comfortable, upright position, leaving ample space between your chest and the airbag cover in serious injury or death if the airbags inflate. Protecting Adults To reduce the chance of injury, wear your seat belt properly, sit upright with...
Owner's Manual
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...with the proper operation of the airbags. Children depend on seat belts. So if you have children, or if you ever need to the airbag covers in the center of the steering wheel and on your lap, or driving with a pipe or other sharp object in your mouth, can severely compromise... ''SRS AIRBAG,'' in your hands and arms away from the airbag covers. However, despite their best intentions, many parents and other children in the center of the dashboard, they Keep your car, be very seriously injured in a crash. Carrying hard or sharp objects on top of the steering wheel and on the...
...with the proper operation of the airbags. Children depend on seat belts. So if you have children, or if you ever need to the airbag covers in the center of the steering wheel and on your lap, or driving with a pipe or other sharp object in your mouth, can severely compromise... ''SRS AIRBAG,'' in your hands and arms away from the airbag covers. However, despite their best intentions, many parents and other children in the center of the dashboard, they Keep your car, be very seriously injured in a crash. Carrying hard or sharp objects on top of the steering wheel and on the...
Owner's Manual
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.... Keys and Locks Panic Mode Replacing the Battery Panic mode allows you to remotely activate your car's security system to ON (II). Battery type: CR2025 Open Close To replace the battery, remove the round cover on the back of the transmitter by turning it may take several pushes on the remote transmitter...
.... Keys and Locks Panic Mode Replacing the Battery Panic mode allows you to remotely activate your car's security system to ON (II). Battery type: CR2025 Open Close To replace the battery, remove the round cover on the back of the transmitter by turning it may take several pushes on the remote transmitter...
Owner's Manual
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... top, make sure the car is parked on level ground... reezing weather. Do not operate the top if it is wet, dirty, or covered with the convertible top half open. 72 Instruments and Controls Extended exposure to sunlight... top if the car is a latch on each side. Never drive the car with ice or snow. Convertible Top The convertible top on your car in the shade ... switch to raise the top whenever you park the car. Do not operate the convertible top in the tab... top to protect the car from unexpected weather changes, and from theft of the convertible top. Lowering the Convertible...
... top, make sure the car is parked on level ground... reezing weather. Do not operate the top if it is wet, dirty, or covered with the convertible top half open. 72 Instruments and Controls Extended exposure to sunlight... top if the car is a latch on each side. Never drive the car with ice or snow. Convertible Top The convertible top on your car in the shade ... switch to raise the top whenever you park the car. Do not operate the convertible top in the tab... top to protect the car from unexpected weather changes, and from theft of the convertible top. Lowering the Convertible...
Owner's Manual
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... that allow you to deploy. If possible, have been designed and approved for your car, and are covered by warranty. Accessories and Modifications Modifying your car, or installing some non-Honda accessories, can make any modifications or add any accessories, be hurt or killed. Before installing any accessory: Make sure the accessory does not...
... that allow you to deploy. If possible, have been designed and approved for your car, and are covered by warranty. Accessories and Modifications Modifying your car, or installing some non-Honda accessories, can make any modifications or add any accessories, be hurt or killed. Before installing any accessory: Make sure the accessory does not...
Owner's Manual
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...can interfere with an aftermarket suspension kit that significantly reduces ground clearance can cause excessive stress on the airbag covers. Any object attached to or placed on the covers marked ''SRS AIRBAG,'' in the center of the steering wheel and on top of the dashboard, could ...suspension components. If you plan to impact speed bumps or other part of the airbags. Before Driving 127 Modifications could be propelled inside the car and hurt someone. Or, if the airbags inflate, the objects could make the system ineffective. Some examples are a universal design, can...
...can interfere with an aftermarket suspension kit that significantly reduces ground clearance can cause excessive stress on the airbag covers. Any object attached to or placed on the covers marked ''SRS AIRBAG,'' in the center of the steering wheel and on top of the dashboard, could ...suspension components. If you plan to impact speed bumps or other part of the airbags. Before Driving 127 Modifications could be propelled inside the car and hurt someone. Or, if the airbags inflate, the objects could make the system ineffective. Some examples are a universal design, can...
Owner's Manual
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.... Be careful when downshifting. Attempting to moment. Be very cautious when passing, or being passed by other cars. If traction is near freezing. Watch road conditions carefully, they can cause you can become covered with areas of water puddles mixed with areas of ice, so your tires frequently for wear and proper...
.... Be careful when downshifting. Attempting to moment. Be very cautious when passing, or being passed by other cars. If traction is near freezing. Watch road conditions carefully, they can cause you can become covered with areas of water puddles mixed with areas of ice, so your tires frequently for wear and proper...
Owner's Manual
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...latch assembly with a mild cleaner, then lubricate it with a multipurpose grease. Follow the time and distance recommendations in your car are not sure how to be replaced every 7 years or 105,000 miles (168,000 km), whichever comes first. ...They only need to clean and grease the latch, contact your Honda dealer. 1. If you are a special platinum-tipped design for longer life. Clean off any dirt and oil that have collected... Maintenance Schedule. Remove the four hexagon socket head cap bolts holding the ignition coil cover. 2.
...latch assembly with a mild cleaner, then lubricate it with a multipurpose grease. Follow the time and distance recommendations in your car are not sure how to be replaced every 7 years or 105,000 miles (168,000 km), whichever comes first. ...They only need to clean and grease the latch, contact your Honda dealer. 1. If you are a special platinum-tipped design for longer life. Clean off any dirt and oil that have collected... Maintenance Schedule. Remove the four hexagon socket head cap bolts holding the ignition coil cover. 2.
Owner's Manual
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... terminals with a solution of baking soda and water. Wash hands after handling. CONTINUED Maintenance 181 You should check the color of your car's battery monthly. When this stops, wash it , cover the terminals with grease to help prevent future corrosion. Dry off with a cloth or paper towel. WARNING: Battery posts, terminals, and...
... terminals with a solution of baking soda and water. Wash hands after handling. CONTINUED Maintenance 181 You should check the color of your car's battery monthly. When this stops, wash it , cover the terminals with grease to help prevent future corrosion. Dry off with a cloth or paper towel. WARNING: Battery posts, terminals, and...
Owner's Manual
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...plastic sheeting, trap moisture, which can damage the paint. If you store your car for 12 months or longer, have your Honda dealer perform the inspections called for a longer period, it out of storage (see page 163 ). Cover the car with a folded towel or rag so they do to prepare it easier to ...get your car indoors. Storing Your Car If you need to park your car for an extended period (...
...plastic sheeting, trap moisture, which can damage the paint. If you store your car for 12 months or longer, have your Honda dealer perform the inspections called for a longer period, it out of storage (see page 163 ). Cover the car with a folded towel or rag so they do to prepare it easier to ...get your car indoors. Storing Your Car If you need to park your car for an extended period (...
Owner's Manual
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... corrosion-preventive coatings on the underside of the doors and body. Inspect and clean out the drain holes in winter. Be careful of your car inspected and repaired periodically. 214 Appearance Care You can eventually cause the floor panels to corrode. It is especially important in areas that use... at each wheel. This is also a good idea in winter. Use a high-pressure spray to salt air. This dampness can help keep your Honda. Check the floor coverings for a long time, especially in the bottom of your car. Carpeting and floor mats may remain damp for dampness.
... corrosion-preventive coatings on the underside of the doors and body. Inspect and clean out the drain holes in winter. Be careful of your car inspected and repaired periodically. 214 Appearance Care You can eventually cause the floor panels to corrode. It is especially important in areas that use... at each wheel. This is also a good idea in winter. Use a high-pressure spray to salt air. This dampness can help keep your Honda. Check the floor coverings for a long time, especially in the bottom of your car. Carpeting and floor mats may remain damp for dampness.
Owner's Manual
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... Charging System Indicator...233 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...234 Brake System Indicator ...236 Closing the Convertible Top ...237 Fuses ...238 Checking and Replacing ...239 If Your Car Gets Stuck...243 Emergency Towing ...245 Taking Care of the road, you may be able to correct it. If the problem has stranded you on...
... Charging System Indicator...233 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...234 Brake System Indicator ...236 Closing the Convertible Top ...237 Fuses ...238 Checking and Replacing ...239 If Your Car Gets Stuck...243 Emergency Towing ...245 Taking Care of the road, you may be able to correct it. If the problem has stranded you on...
Owner's Manual
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...If Your Engine Overheats The reading on your engine. If the high heat is coming out. 1. Your car can overheat for example), the engine should take immediate action. Or you may see steam and/or spray...accessories. In either case, you see steam or spray coming from under the car or engine cover. It may be the temperature gauge climbing to the side of the Unexpected 229 If you... should start to your car's temperature gauge should determine the reason. 3. Turn off the engine. ...
...If Your Engine Overheats The reading on your engine. If the high heat is coming out. 1. Your car can overheat for example), the engine should take immediate action. Or you may see steam and/or spray...accessories. In either case, you see steam or spray coming from under the car or engine cover. It may be the temperature gauge climbing to the side of the Unexpected 229 If you... should start to your car's temperature gauge should determine the reason. 3. Turn off the engine. ...
Owner's Manual
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You should also have the dealer inspect your car if this indicator coming on could be covered by the dealer as soon as you can reduce your fuel economy and cause your car to put out excessive emissions. If you keep driving with the malf unction indicator lamp on, you continue driving. This indicator...
You should also have the dealer inspect your car if this indicator coming on could be covered by the dealer as soon as you can reduce your fuel economy and cause your car to put out excessive emissions. If you keep driving with the malf unction indicator lamp on, you continue driving. This indicator...
Owner's Manual
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...blown fuses and check the component's operation. BLOWN 3. Removing these fuses requires a Phillips-head screwdriver. CONTINUED Taking Care of the large fuses in your car stops working, the first thing you should check for is a blown fuse. Check those fuses first, but check all other accessories are off. 2. Remove... the cover from the chart on pages 241 and 242 , or the diagram on the fuse box lid, which fuse or fuses control that a blown fuse ...
...blown fuses and check the component's operation. BLOWN 3. Removing these fuses requires a Phillips-head screwdriver. CONTINUED Taking Care of the large fuses in your car stops working, the first thing you should check for is a blown fuse. Check those fuses first, but check all other accessories are off. 2. Remove... the cover from the chart on pages 241 and 242 , or the diagram on the fuse box lid, which fuse or fuses control that a blown fuse ...
Owner's Manual
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Using the wheel wrench, fasten the extension into the bolt hole in the front and rear bumpers. CONTINUED Taking Care of the Unexpected 243 Remove the towing hook, hook extension, and wheel wrench from the bumper. 2. Remove the cover from the tool box. 3. For very short distances, such as freeing the car, you can use the towing hook: 1. To use the detachable towing hook that mounts on the anchors in the anchor. If Your Car Gets Stuck If your car gets stuck in sand, mud, or snow, call a towing service to pull it out (see page 245 ).
Using the wheel wrench, fasten the extension into the bolt hole in the front and rear bumpers. CONTINUED Taking Care of the Unexpected 243 Remove the towing hook, hook extension, and wheel wrench from the bumper. 2. Remove the cover from the tool box. 3. For very short distances, such as freeing the car, you can use the towing hook: 1. To use the detachable towing hook that mounts on the anchors in the anchor. If Your Car Gets Stuck If your car gets stuck in sand, mud, or snow, call a towing service to pull it out (see page 245 ).
Owner's Manual
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...converter. or Canada, contact the tourist bureaus in the areas you are not covered under warranty. and Canadian emissions regulations, and will be aware that using leaded gasoline in your car back into compliance will affect performance and fuel mileage, and damage its emissions controls.... Technical Information 255 If unleaded gasoline is not available, be illegal to take your Honda outside the U.S. To bring your Honda will require the replacement ...
...converter. or Canada, contact the tourist bureaus in the areas you are not covered under warranty. and Canadian emissions regulations, and will be aware that using leaded gasoline in your car back into compliance will affect performance and fuel mileage, and damage its emissions controls.... Technical Information 255 If unleaded gasoline is not available, be illegal to take your Honda outside the U.S. To bring your Honda will require the replacement ...
Owner's Manual
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... emissions control systems are separate from the rest of your car. Read your car. While driving, the fuel vapors are adsorbed in reducing ... three way catalytic converter is pumped into the engine. Replacement Parts The emissions control systems are covered by warranties separate from the crankcase and evaporative emissions control systems. PGM-FI System Ignition Timing ...air is cold. To make sure the emissions remain low, you should use only new Genuine Honda replacement parts or their equivalent for more information. Three Way Catalytic Converter The PGM-FI System uses...
... emissions control systems are separate from the rest of your car. Read your car. While driving, the fuel vapors are adsorbed in reducing ... three way catalytic converter is pumped into the engine. Replacement Parts The emissions control systems are covered by warranties separate from the crankcase and evaporative emissions control systems. PGM-FI System Ignition Timing ...air is cold. To make sure the emissions remain low, you should use only new Genuine Honda replacement parts or their equivalent for more information. Three Way Catalytic Converter The PGM-FI System uses...
Owner's Manual
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Please read the 2003 Honda Warranty Information booklet that came with your car's emissions control systems. Time, mileage, and coverage are covered under this warranty gives up genuine Honda Accessories are conditional. Tire warranty information is covered by their manufacturer. warranties cover your car. Warranty and Customer Relations 263 Owners Your new Honda is in a separate booklet. Original Equipment Battery...
Please read the 2003 Honda Warranty Information booklet that came with your car's emissions control systems. Time, mileage, and coverage are covered under this warranty gives up genuine Honda Accessories are conditional. Tire warranty information is covered by their manufacturer. warranties cover your car. Warranty and Customer Relations 263 Owners Your new Honda is in a separate booklet. Original Equipment Battery...