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Congratulations on your selection of the 2008 Honda S2000. We are certain you will be pleased with your purchase of one of the most sophisticated and technologically-advanced sports cars in the world.

One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of your new vehicle is to read this manual. In it, you will learn how to operate its driving controls and convenience items. Afterwards, keep this owner’s manual in your vehicle so youcanrefertoitatanytime.

Several warranties protect your new vehicle. Read the warranty booklet thoroughly so you understand the coverages and are aware of your rights and responsibilities.

Maintaining your vehicle according to the messages shown on the information display helps to keep your driving trouble-free while it preserves your investment. When your vehicle needs maintenance, keep in mind that your dealer’s staff is specially trained in servicing the many systems unique to your vehicle. Your Honda dealer is dedicated to your satisf action and will be pleased to answer any questions and concerns.

As you read this manual, you will find information that is preceded by a symbol. This information is intended to help you avoid damage to your vehicle, other property, or the environment.

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California Proposition 65 Warning

WARNING:

defects or other reproductive harm.

Event Data Recorders

This vehicle is equipped with one or more devices commonly referred to as event data recorders. These devices record f ront seat belt use, f ront passenger seat occupancy, airbag deployment data, and the f ailure of any airbag system component.

except as legally required or with the permission of the vehicle owner.

Service Diagnostic Recorders This vehicle is equipped with service-related devices that record information about powertrain performance. The data can be used to verify emissions law requirements and/or help technicians diagnose and solve service problems. It may also be combined with data from other sources for research purposes, but it remains confidential.

This product contains or emits chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth

This data belongs to the vehicle owner and may not be accessed by anyone else

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Your safety, and the safety of others, is very important. And operating this vehicle safely is an important responsibility.

To help you make informed decisions about safety, we have provided operating procedures and other information on labels and in this manual. This information alerts you to potential hazards that could hurt you or others.

Of course, it is not practical or possible to warn you about all the hazards associated with operating or maintaining your vehicle. You must use your own good judgement.

You will find this important safety inf ormation in a variety of forms, including:

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Safety Labels Safety Messages

three signal words: , , or . These signal words mean:

Safety Headings

Safety Precautions.

Safety Section Instructions

This entire book is filled with important safety information please read it carefully.

on the vehicle.

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preceded by a safety alert symbol and one of

DANGER WARNING CAUTION

You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don’t follow instructions.

You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don’t follow instructions.

You CAN be HURT if you don’t follow instructions.

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such as Important Safety Reminders or Important

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such as Driver and Passenger Safety.

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how to use this vehicle correctly and safely.

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Owner's Identification Form

Introduction .......................................................................................................................................................... i

A Few Words About Safety .............................................................................................................................. iii

Your Vehicle at a Glance (main controls) .................................................................................................... 3

Driver and Passenger Safety (seat belts, SRS, and child protection) .................................................... 5

Instruments and Controls (indicators, gauges, dashboard and steering column) .................................... 43

Features (heating and cooling ,audio,steering wheel, and cruise control) ...................................................... 95

Before Driving (fuel, vehicle break-in, and cargo loading) ...................................................................... 127

Driving (engine and transmission operation) ................................................................................................ 143

Maintenance (minder, fluid checking, minor services, and vehicle storage)........................................... 159

Taking Care of the Unexpected (flat tire, dead battery, overheating, fuses) ..................................... 199

Technical Information (vehicle specifications, tires, and emissions controls) ....................................... 231

Warranty and Customer Relations (U. S. and Canada only) (warranty and contact information) ... 247

Authorized Manuals (U. S. only) (how to order) ......................................................................................... 251

Index ............................................................................................................................... ........................................ I

Contents

Service Information Summary ( fluid capacities and tire pressures)

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Overview of Contents

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Contents

A convenient reference to the sections in this manual.

Your Vehicle at a Glance

A quick reference to the main controls in your vehicle.

Driver and Passenger Safety

Important information about the proper use and care of your vehicle’s seat belts, an overview of the supplemental restraint system, and valuable inf ormation on how to protect children with child restraints.

Instruments and Controls

Explains the purpose of each instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to use the controls on the dashboard and steering column.

Features

How to operate the heating and air conditioning system, the audio system, and other convenience features.

Before Driving

What gasoline to use, how to breakin your new vehicle, and how to load luggage and other cargo.

Driving

The proper way to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park.

Maintenance

The maintenance minder shows you when you need to take your vehicle to the dealer for maintenance service. There is also a list of things to check and instructions on how to check them.

Taking Care of the Unexpected

This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and details how to handle them.

Technical Inf ormation

ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information.

Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada only)

A summary of the warranties covering your new vehicle, and how to contact us for any reason. Refer to your warranty manual for detailed information.

Authorized Manuals (U.S. only)

How to order manuals and other technical literature.

Index

Service Information Summary

A summary of the information you need when you pull up to the fuel pump.

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INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS

GAUGES

DRIVER’S FRONT AIRBAG (P.9, 20)

POWER DOOR LOCK (P.65)

POWER WINDOW SWITCHES

(P.70)

MIRROR CONTROLS (P.87)

U.S. S2000 model is shown.

(P.53)

＊ If equipped:

(P.46)

ROOF SWITCH (P.73)

PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P.26)

PASSENGER’S FRONT AIRBAG (P.9, 20)

AUDIO SYSTEM (P.104)

MANUAL TRANSMISSION (P.147)

HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P.60)

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REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON (P.61)

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HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS (P.59)

REMOTE AUDIO CONTROLS

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(P.122)

ENGINE START BUTTON (P.146)

HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.130) (P.124)

＊＊

To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel.

If equipped

CLOCK BUTTON

INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS

(P.56) (P.60)

CRUISE BUTTON

HORN

VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM OFF SWITCH (P.153)

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HEATING/COOLING

CONTROLS (P.96, 100)

WINDSHIELD WIPERS/ WASHERS (P.58)

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CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS (P.124)

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This section gives you important information about how to protect yourself and your passenger. It shows you how to use seat belts properly. It explains how your airbags work, and it tells you how to properly restrain children in your vehicle.

.........Important Safety Precautions . 6

.......Your Vehicle’s Safety Features . 7

.......................................Seat Belts . 8

...........................................Airbags . 9

.........Protecting Adults and Teens . 10

.....1. Close and Lock the Doors . 10

......................2. Adjust the Seats . 10

............3. Adjust the Seat-Backs . 11

4. Fasten and Position the

.............................Seat Belts . 12

5. Maintain a Proper Sitting

................................Position . 13

.....Advice for Pregnant Women . 14

...Additional Safety Precautions . 15

Additional Information About

.......................Your Seat Belts . 16

..Seat Belt System Components . 16

......................Lap/Shoulder Belt . 17

Automatic Seat Belt

...............................Tensioners . 18

...............Seat Belt Maintenance . 18

Additional Information About Your

.....................................Airbags . 20

......Airbag System Components . 20

...........How Your Airbags Work . 22

..How the SRS Indicator Works . 25

How the Passenger Airbag Off

......................Indicator Works . 26

.............................Airbag Service . 27

Protecting Children General

All Children Must Be

Your Vehicle is Not

Recommended for Child

The Passenger’s Airbag

When Can a Larger Child Ride

...................................Safety Labels . 42

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................................Guidelines . 29

...............................Restrained . 29

..........................Passengers . 30

.........Can Pose Serious Risks . 30

.............Protecting Small Children . 33

.....................Selecting a Child Seat . 34

....................Installing a Child Seat . 34

...........Protecting Larger Children . 37

...............Checking Seat Belt Fit . 37

..................Using a Booster Seat . 38

........................in This Vehicle . 39

.............Carbon Monoxide Hazard . 41

...Additional Safety Precautions . 28

...Additional Safety Precautions . 32

...Additional Safety Precautions . 40

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You’ll find many safety recommendations throughout this section, and throughout this manual. Therecommendationsonthispage are the ones we consider to be the most important.

Always Wear Your Seat Belt

A seat belt is your best protection in all types of collisions. Airbags are designed to supplement seat belts, not replace them. So even though your vehicle is equipped with airbags, make sure you and your passenger always wear your seat belts, and wear them properly (see page ).

Your Vehicle is Not Recommended for Child Passengers

Since all children are safest in the back seat of a vehicle, and your vehicle does not have a back seat, we recommend that you do not carry a child passenger.

Never carry an infant in a rear-f acing child seat in this vehicle.

If an older child must ride in this vehicle, follow all child safety instructions and warnings in this manual (see pages ).

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Be Aware of Airbag Hazards

While airbags can save lives, they can cause serious or fatal injuries to occupants who sit too close to them, or are not properly restrained. Infants, young children, and short adults are at the greatest risk. Be sure to follow all instructions and warnings in this manual.

Don’t Drink and Drive

Alcohol and driving don’t mix. Even one drink can reduce your ability to respond to changing conditions, and your reaction time gets worse with every additional drink. So don’t drink and drive, and don’t let your friends drink and drive, either.

Control Your Speed

Excessive speed is a major factor in crash injuries and deaths. Generally, the higher the speed, the greater the risk, but serious injuries can also occur at lower speeds. Never drive faster than is safe f or current conditions, regardless of the maximum speed posted.

Keep Your Vehicle in Safe Condition

Having a tire blowout or a mechanical failure can be extremely hazardous. To reduce the possibility of such problems, check your tire pressures and condition frequently, and perform all regularly scheduled maintenance (see page ).

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Your Vehicle’s Safety Features

Your vehicle is equipped with many features that work together to protect you and your passenger during a crash.

Some features do not require any action on your part. These include a strong steel framework that forms a safety cage around the passenger compartment; front and rear crush zones, a collapsible steering column; and tensioners that tighten the seat belts in a crash.

However, you and your passenger can’t take full advantage of these features unless you remain sitting in a proper position and

your seat belts

features can contribute to injuries if they are not used properly.

The following pages explain how you cantakeanactiveroleinprotecting yourself and your passenger.

. In fact, some safety

always wear

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Seat Belts

Your vehicle is equipped with seat belts in both seating positions.

Your seat belt system also includes an indicator on the instrument panel and a beeper to remind you and your passengers to fasten your seat belts.

Why Wear Seat Belts

Seat belts have proven to be the singlemosteffectivesafetydevice for adults and larger children.

Not wearing a seat belt properly increases the chance of serious injury or death in a crash, even though your vehicle has airbags.

In addition, most states and all Canadian provinces require you to wear seat belts.

Not wearing a seat belt properly increases the chance of serious injury or death in a crash, even though your vehicle has airbags.

Be sure you and your passenger always wear seat belts and wear them properly.

When properly worn, seat belts:

Keep you connected to the vehicle so you can take advantage of the vehicle’s built-in safety features.

Help protect you in almost every type of crash, including frontal, side, and rear impacts and rollovers.

Help keep you from being thrown against the inside of the vehicle and against a passenger.

Keep you from being thrown out of the vehicle.

Help keep you in a good position should the airbags ever deploy. A good position reduces the risk of injury from an inflating airbag and allows you to get the best advantage from the airbag.

Of course, seat belts cannot completely protect you in every crash.Butinmostcases,seatbelts can reduce your risk of serious injury.

What you should do:

Always wear your seat belt, and make sure you wear it properly.

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Airbags

Your vehicle has a supplemental restraint system (SRS) with front airbags to help protect the heads and chests of the driver and a passenger during a moderate to severe frontal collision (see page for more

information on how your airbags work).

The most important things you need to know about your airbags are:

Airbags do not replace seat belts.

They are designed to supplement the seat belts.

Airbags offer no protection in side impacts, rear impacts, rollovers, or minor f rontal collisions.

Airbags can pose serious hazards.

To do their job, airbags must inflate with tremendous force. So while airbags help save lives, they can cause minor injuries or more serious or even fatal injuries if occupants are not properly restrained or sitting properly.

What you should do:

Always wear your seat belt properly, and sit upright and as far back from the steering wheel as possible while allowing full control of the vehicle. A passenger should move the seat as far back from the dashboard as possible.

The rest of this section gives more detailed information about how you can maximize your safety.

Remember, however, that no safety system can prevent all injuries or deaths that can occur in a severe crash, even when seat belts are properly worn and the airbags deploy.

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The following pages provide instructions on how to properly protect the driver, an adult passenger or teenage child large enough and mature enough to drive or ride in your vehicle. See pages

how to properly protect a child in a forward-facing child seat or a larger child passenger.

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Locking the doors reduces the chance of someone being thrown out of the vehicle during a crash, and it helps prevent a passenger from accidentally opening a door and falling out.

Locking the doors also helps prevent an outsider from unexpectedly opening a door when you come to a stop.

Adjust the SeatsIntroduction

Close and Lock the Doors1.

After everyone has entered the vehicle, be sure the doors are closed and locked.

Your vehicle has door and trunk open indicators on the instrument panel to indicate when either door or the trunk is not tightly closed.

See page for how to lock the doors, and page for how the dooropen indicator works.

Adjust the driver’s seat as far to the rear as possible while allowing you to maintain f ull control of the vehicle. Have a passenger adjust his or her seat as far to the rear as possible.

If you sit too close to the steering wheel or dashboard, you can be seriously injured by an inflating front airbag, or by striking the steering wheel or dashboard.

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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Transport Canada recommend that drivers allow at least 10 inches (25 cm) between the center of the steering wheel and the chest.

If you cannot get far enough away from the steering wheel and still reach the controls, we recommend that you investigate whether some type of adaptive equipment may help.

Once your seat is adjusted correctly, rock it back and forth to make sure the seat is locked in position.

See page for how to adjust the

seats.

Sitting too close to a front airbag can result in serious injury or death if the front airbags inflate.

Always sit as far back from the front airbags as possible.

Adjust the Seat-Backs3.

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Adjust the driver’s seat-back to a comfortable, upright position, leaving ample space between your chest and the airbag cover in the center of the steering wheel.

A passenger should also adjust their seat-back to a comfortable, upright position.

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Reclining a seat-back so that the shoulder part of the belt no longer rests against the occupant’s chest reduces the protective capability of the belt. It also increases the chance of sliding under the belt in a crash and being seriously injured. The farther a seat-back is reclined, the greater the risk of injury.

See page for how to adjust the seat-backs.

Reclining the seat-back too far can result in serious injury or death in a crash.

Adjust the seat-back to an upright position, and sit well back in the seat.

Fasten and Position the Seat

4. Belts

Insert the latch plate into the buckle, then tug on the belt to make sure the belt is securely latched. Check that the belt is not twisted, because a twisted belt can cause serious injuries in a crash.

Position the lap part of the belt as low as possible across your hips, then pull up on the shoulder part of the belt so the lap part fits snugly. This lets your strong pelvic bones take the force of a crash and reduces the chance of internal injuries.

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If necessary, pull up on the shoulder belt again to remove any slack, then check that the belt rests across the center of your chest and over your shoulder. This spreads the forces of a crash over the strongest bones in your upper body.

Improperly positioning the seat belts can cause serious injury or death in a crash.

Make sure all seat belts are properly positioned before driving.

Never place the shoulder portion of a lap/shoulder belt under your arm or behind your back.

This could cause

very serious injuries in a crash.

If a seat belt does not seem to work properly, it may not protect the occupant in a crash.

No one should sit in a seat with an inoperative seat belt.

Using a seat belt that is not working properly can result in serious injury or death. Have your dealer check the belt as soon as possible.

See page for additional

information about your seat belts and how to take care of them.

Maintain a Proper Sitting

5. Position

After occupants have adjusted their seats and put on seat belts, it is very important that they continue to sit upright, well back in their seats, with their feet on the floor, until the vehicle is parked and the engine is off.

Sitting improperly can increase the chance of injury during a crash. For example, if an occupant slouches, lies down, turns sideways, sits forward, leans forward or sideways, or puts one or both feet up, the chance of injury during a crash is greatly increased.

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In addition, an occupant who is out of position can be seriously or fatally injured in a crash by striking interior parts of the vehicle or being struck by an inflating front airbag.

Sitting improperly or out of position can result in serious injury or death in a crash.

Always sit upright, well back in the seat, with your feet on the floor.

Advice for Pregnant Women

protect yourself and your unborn child when driving or riding in a vehicle is to always wear a seat belt, and keep the lap part of the belt as low as possible across the hips.

When driving, remember to sit upright and adjust the seat as far back as possible while allowing full control of the vehicle. When riding as a passenger, adjust the seat as far back as possible.

This will reduce the risk of injuries to both you and your unborn child that can be caused by a crash or an inflating front airbag.

Each time you have a checkup, ask your doctor if it’s okay for you to drive.If you are pregnant, the best way to

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Additional Safety Precautions

Two people should never use the same seat belt.

If they do, they could be very seriously injured in a crash.

Do not put any accessories on seat belts.

Devices intended to improve occupant comfort or reposition the shoulder part of a seat belt can reduce the protective capability of thebeltandincreasethechanceof serious injury in a crash.

Do not place hard or sharp objects between yourself and a f ront airbag.

Carrying hard or sharp objects on your lap, or driving with a pipe or other sharp object in your mouth, can result in injuries if your front airbag inflates.

Do not attach or place objects on the airbag covers.

Objects on the covers marked ‘‘SRS AIRBAG’’ could interf ere with the proper operation of the airbags or be propelled inside the vehicle and hurt someone if the airbags inflate.

Keep your hands and arms away from the airbag covers.

If your hands or arms are close to an airbag cover, they could be injured if the airbag inflates.

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Seat Belt System Components

Your seat belt system includes lap/ shoulder belts in both seating positions. The seat belts are also equipped with automatic seat belt tensioners.

This system uses the same sensors as the front airbags to monitor whether the seat belts are latched or unlatched, and how much weight is on the passenger’s seat (see page

The seat belt system

includes an indicator on the instrument panel and a beeper to remind you and your passenger to fasten your seat belts.

This system monitors the seat belts. If you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position before your seat belt is fastened, the beeper will sound and the indicator will flash. If your seat belt is not fastened before

the beeper stops, the indicator will stop flashing but remain on.

If a passenger does not fasten their seat belt, the indicator will come on about 6 seconds after the ignition switch is turned to the ON (II) position.

Ifeitherthedriverorpassengerdoes not fasten their seat belt, the beeper will sound and the indicator will flash again at regular intervals.

When no one is sitting in the passenger’s seat, or a child or small adult is riding there, the indicator should not come on and the beeper should not sound.

If the indicator comes on or the beeper sounds when the driver’s seat belt is latched and there is no passenger and no items on the passenger’s seat, something may be interfering with the monitoring system. Look for and remove:

Any items under the passenger’s seat.

Any objects hanging on the seat.

Any object(s) touching the rear of the seat-back.

If no obstructions are found, have your vehicle checked by a dealer.

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Lap/Shoulder Belt

The lap and shoulder belt goes over your shoulder, across your chest, and across your hips.

To fasten the belt, insert the latch plate into the buckle, then tug on the belt to make sure the buckle is latched (see page for how to

properly position the belt).

To unlock the belt, press the red PRESSbuttononthebuckle.Guide the belt across your body so that it retracts completely. After exiting the vehicle, be sure the belt is out of the way and will not get closed in the door.

Both seat belts have an emergency retractor. In normal driving, the retractor lets you move freely in your seat while it keeps some tension on the belt. During a collision or sudden stop, the retractor automatically locks the belt to help restrain your body.

The passenger’s seat belt has a lockable retractor that must be activated to secure a forward-facing child seat (see page ).

If the shoulder part of the belt is pulled all the way out, the lockable retractor will activate. The belt will retract, but it will not allow the passenger to move freely.

To deactivate the lockable retractor, unlatch the buckle and let the seat belt fully retract. To refasten the seat belt, pull it out only as far as needed.

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For added protection, the seat belts are equipped with automatic seat belt tensioners. When activated, the tensioners immediately tighten the beltstohelpholdthedriveranda passenger in place.

The tensioners are designed to activate in any collision severe enough to cause the front airbags to deploy.

However, the tensioners can be activated during a collision in which the airbags do not deploy. In this case, the airbags would not be needed, but the additional restraint could be helpful.

When the tensioners are activated, the seat belts will remain tight until they are unbuckled.

Seat Belt MaintenanceAutomatic Seat Belt Tensioners

For safety, you should check the condition of your seat belts regularly.

Pull each belt out fully and look for frays, cuts, burns, and wear. Check that the latches work smoothly and the belts retract easily. If a belt does not retract easily, cleaning it may correct the problem (see page ).

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Any belt that is not in good condition or not working properly will not provide good protection and should be replaced as soon as possible.

Honda provides a limited warranty on seat belts. See your

Warranty Information

Honda

booklet for

details.

If a seat belt is worn during a crash, it must be replaced by your dealer. A belt that has been worn during a crash may not provide the same level of protection in a subsequent crash.

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anchors for damage and replace them if needed. If the automatic seat belt tensioners activate during a crash, they must be replaced.

Additional Information About Your Seat Belts

Not checking or maintaining seat belts can result in serious injury or death if the seat belts do not work properly when needed.

Check your seat belts regularly and have any problem corrected as soon as possible.

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Airbag System Components

(1) Driver’s Front Airbag (2) Passenger’s Front Airbag (3) Control Unit (4) Seat Belt Tensioners (5) Driver’s Seat Position Sensor (6) Passenger’s Weight Sensors (7) Passenger’s Weight Sensor Unit (8) Front Impact Sensors (9) Passenger Airbag Off Indicator

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Your airbag system includes: An indicator on the dashboard that

Two SRS (supplemental restraint system) airbags. The driver’s airbag is stored in the center of the steering wheel; the passenger’s airbag is stored in the dashboard. Both are marked ‘‘SRS AIRBAG’’ (see page ).

Weight sensors that monitor the weight on the passenger’s seat. If the weight is about 65 lbs (29 kg) or less (the weight of an infant or small child), the passenger’s airbag will be turned off (see page

A sophisticated electronic system

alerts you that the passenger’s airbag has been turned off (see

page ).

Emergency backup power in case your vehicle’s electrical system is disconnected in a crash.

that continually monitors and Automatic seat belt tensioners (see page ).

records information about the

sensors, the control unit, the

airbag activators, the seat belt Sensors that can detect a moderate to severe front impact.

tensioners, and driver and

passenger seat belt use when the

ignition switch is in the ON (II) Sensors that can detect whether

position. the driver’s seat belt and the passenger’s seat belt are latched or unlatched (see page ).

An indicator on the instrument

panel that alerts you to a possible

problem with your airbags, A driver’s seat position sensor that monitors the distance of the seat

sensors, or seat belt tensioners

(see page ).

from the airbag. If the seat is too far forward, the airbag will inflate with less force (see page ).

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How Your Airbags Work

If you ever have a moderate to severe frontal collision, sensors will detect the vehicle’s rapid deceleration.

If the rate of deceleration is high enough, the control unit will instantly inflate the driver’s and passenger’s airbags, at the time and with the force needed.

During a frontal crash, your seat belt restrains your lower body and torso, and the f ront airbag helps protect your head and chest.

Although both airbags normally inflate within a split second of each other, it is possible f or only one airbag to deploy.

This can happen if the severity of a collision is at the margin, or threshold, that determines whether or not the airbags will deploy. In such cases, the seat belt will provide sufficient protection, and the supplemental protection offered by the airbag would be minimal.

Only the driver’s airbag can deploy if there is no passenger in the passenger’s seat, or if the advanced airbag system has turned the passenger’s airbag off (see page ).

After inflating, the front airbags will immediately deflate, so they won’t interfere with the driver’s visibility, or the ability to steer or operate other controls.

The total time for inflation and deflation is one-tenth of a second, so fast that most occupants are not aware that the airbags deployed until they see them lying in their laps.

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After a crash, you may see what looks like smoke. This is actually powder from the airbag’s surface. Although the powder is not harmful, people with respiratory problems mayexperiencesometemporary discomfort. If this occurs, get out of the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so.

Your front airbags are dual-stage airbags. This means they have two inflation stages that can be ignited sequentially or simultaneously, depending on crash severity.

more severe

In a crash, both stages will ignite simultaneously to provide the quickest and greatest protection.

less severe

In a crash, one stage will ignite first, then the second stage will ignite a split second later. This provides longer airbag inf lation time with a little less force.

Dual-Threshold AirbagsDual-Stage Airbags

Your front airbags are also dualthreshold airbags. Airbags with this feature have two deployment thresholds that depend on whether sensors detect the occupant is wearing a seat belt or not.

If the occupant’s belt is ,

not latched

the airbag will deploy at a slightly lower threshold, because the occupant would need extra protection.

If the occupant’s belt is , the

latched

airbag will inflate at a slightly higher threshold, when the airbag would be needed to supplement the protection provided by the seat belt.

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Advanced Airbags

Your airbags are also advanced airbags. The main purpose of this feature is to help prevent airbagcaused injuries to short drivers and children who ride in the passenger’s seat.

For both advanced airbags to work properly:

Occupants must sit upright and wear their seat belts properly.

The driver’s advanced front airbag Do not spill any liquids on or under the seats, cover the sensors, or put any objects or metal items under the seats.

Failure to follow these instructions could damage the sensors or prevent them from working properly.

system includes a seat position

sensor under the seat. If the seat is

too far forward, the airbag will

inflate with less force, regardless of

the severity of the impact.

If there is a problem with the sensor,

the SRS indicator will come on, and

the airbag will inflate in the normal

manner regardless of the driver’s

seating position.

DRIVER’S SEAT POSITION SENSOR

PASSENGER’S SEAT WEIGHT SENSOR

The passenger’s advanced airbag system has weight sensors under the seat. Although Honda does not encourage carrying a child in the passenger’s seat, if the sensors detect the weight of an infant or small child (up to about 65 lbs or 29 kg), the system will automatically turn the passenger’s airbag off.

Be aware that objects placed on the passenger’s seat can also cause the airbag to be turned off.

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When the airbag is turned off, a ‘‘passenger airbag off’’ indicator in the center of the dashboard comes on (see page ).

If the weight sensors detect there is no passenger in the seat, the airbag will be off. However, the passenger airbag off indicator will not come on.

To ensure that the passenger’s

advanced airbag system will work

properly, The SRS indicator alerts you to a

would increase or decrease the

weight on the passenger’s seat, such

as hanging heavy objects on the seat.

do not do anything that

potential problem with your airbags or seat belt tensioners.

How the SRS Indicator Works

When you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, this indicator comes on briefly then goes off. This tells you the system is working properly.

If the indicator comes on at any other time, or does not come on at all, you should have the system checked by your dealer. For example:

If the SRS indicator does not come on after you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. If the indicator stays on after the engine starts. If the indicator comes on or flashesonandoffwhileyoudrive.

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If you see any of these indications, the airbags and seat belt tensioners may not work properly when you need them.

Ignoring the SRS indicator can result in serious injury or death if the airbag systems or tensioners do not work properly.

Have your vehicle checked by a dealer as soon as possible if the SRS indicator alerts you to a possible problem.

How the Passenger Airbag Off

Indicator Works

U. S. Canada

PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR

This indicator alerts you that the

passenger’s airbag has been shut off

because weight sensors detect about

65 lbs (29 kg) or less (the weight of

an infant or small child) on the

passenger’s seat. It does

not mean

there is a problem with the airbag.

Be aware that objects placed on the passenger’s seat can cause the indicator to come on.

If no weight is detected in the passenger’s seat, the airbag will be automatically shut off. However, the indicator will not come on.

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The passenger airbag off indicator maycomeonandoffrepeatedlyif the total weight on the seat is near the airbag cutoff threshold.

riding in front, move the seat as far to the rear as possible, and have the passenger sit upright and wear the seat belt properly.

If the indicator comes on with no

passenger and no objects on the

passenger seat, or with an adult

riding there, something may be

interfering with the weight sensors.

Look f or and remove:

Any items under the passenger’s seat.

Any objects hanging on the seat.

Any object(s) touching the rear of the seat-back.

If no obstructions are found, have

your vehicle checked by a dealer as

soon as possible.

Airbag Service

Your airbag systems are virtually maintenance free, and there are no parts you can safely service. However, you must have your vehicle serviced if:If an adult or teenage passenger is

An airbag ever inf lates.

Any airbag that has deployed must be replaced along with the control unit and other related parts. Any seat belt tensioner that activates must also be replaced.

Do not try to remove or replace anyairbagbyyourself.Thismust be done by an authorized dealer or a knowledgeable body shop.

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The SRS indicator alerts you to a problem. Do not attempt to deactivate your

Take your vehicle to an authorized dealer as soon as possible. If you ignore this indication, your airbags may not

Additional Safety Precautions

airbags.

Together, airbags and seat belts provide the best protection.

operate properly.

Do not tamper with airbag

If your vehicle has a moderate to severe impact.

Even if your airbags do not inflate, your dealer should inspect the driver’s seat

components or wiring for any reason.

Tampering could cause the airbags to deploy, possibly causing very serious injury.

position sensor, the passenger’s weight sensors, the seat belt tensioners, and all seat belts worn during the crash to make sure they are operating properly.

Do not remove or modif y a seat without consulting your dealer.

This could make the driver’s seat position sensor or the passenger’s weight sensors ineffective. If it is necessary to remove or modify a seat to accommodate a person with disabilities, first contact Honda Automobile Customer Service at (800) 999-1009.

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Children depend on adults to protect them. However, despite their best intentions, many adults do not know how to protect child

properly

passengers.

If you ever need to drive with a child in your vehicle, be sure to read this section. It begins with important general guidelines, then presents special information for small children who must ride in a forwardfacing child seat, and for larger children.

All Children Must Be Restrained

Each year, many children are injured or killed in vehicle crashes because they are either unrestrained or not properly restrained. In fact, vehicle accidents are the number one cause of the death of children ages 12 and under.

To reduce the number of child deaths and injuries, every state and Canadian province requires that children be properly restrained when they ride in a vehicle.

Anychildwhoistoosmalltoweara seat belt must be restrained in an approved child seat that is properly secured to the vehicle

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Larger children must be restrained with a lap/shoulder belt and ride on a booster seat until the seat belt fits them properly

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Children who are unrestrained or improperly restrained can be seriously injured or killed in a crash.

Any child too small for a seat belt should be properly restrained in a child seat. A larger child should be properly restrained with a seat belt and use a booster seat if necessary.

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Your Vehicle is Not Recommended for Child Passengers

According to accident statistics, children of all ages and sizes are safer when they are restrained in a back seat. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Transport Canada recommend that all children aged 12 and under be properly restrained in a back seat. Some states have laws restricting where children may ride.

Since this vehicle does not have a back seat, we strongly recommend that you do not carry any child who is not large enough or mature enough to ride in f ront (see page ).

The Passenger’s Airbag Can Pose Serious Risks

Airbags have been designed to help protect adults in a moderate to severe frontal collision. To do this, the passenger’s airbag is quite large, and it can inflate with enough force to cause very serious injuries.

Even though your vehicle has an advanced airbag system that automatically turns the passenger’s airbag off (see page ), please

follow these guidelines:

Infants Never put a rear-facing child seat in this vehicle.

If the airbag inflates, it can hit the back of the child seat with enough force to kill or very seriously injure an infant.

Small Children Placing a f orward-f acing child seat in the passenger’s seat can be hazardous.

If the vehicle seat is too farforward,orthechild’sheadis thrown f orward during a collision, an inflating airbag can strike the child with enough force to kill or very seriously injure a small child.

Larger Children Children who have outgrown child seats are also at risk of being injured or killed by an inf lating passenger’s airbag.

this vehicle, see page for

If a larger child must ride in

important guidelines on how to decide when a child is ready to ride in the passenger’s seat and how to properly protect the child.

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To remind you of the passenger’s airbag hazards, your vehicle has warninglabelsonthedashboard (U.S. models) and on the driver’s and passenger’s visors. Please read and follow the instructions on these labels.

U.S. Models

SUN VISOR

Canadian Models

SUN VISOR

DASHBOARD

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Additional Safety Precautions

Never hold a small child on your lap.

If you are not wearing a seat belt in a crash, you could be thrown forward and crush the child against the dashboard. If you are wearing a seat belt, the child canbetornfromyourarmsandbe seriously hurt or killed.

Never put a seat belt over yourself and a child.

During a crash, the belt could press deep into the child and cause serious or fatal injuries.

Never let two children use the same seat belt.

If they do, they could be very seriously injured in a crash.

Do not leave children alone in a vehicle.

Leaving children without adult supervision is illegal in most states and Canadian provinces, and can be very hazardous.

For example, a small child left in a vehicle on a hot day can die from heatstroke. A child left alone with the key in the ignition switch can accidentally set the vehicle in motion, possibly injuring themselves or others.

Lock both doors and the trunk when your vehicle is not in use.

Children who play in vehicles can accidentally get trapped inside. Teach your children not to play in or around vehicles. Know how to operate the emergency trunk opener and decide if your children should be shown how to use this feature(seepage ).

Keep vehicle keys and remote transmitters out of the reach of children.

Even very young children learn how to unlock vehicle doors, turn on the ignition switch, and open the trunk, which can lead to accidental injury or death.

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Because an inflating airbag can seriously injure or kill small children, we recommend that you do not carry a small child as a passenger in this vehicle.

If you decide to transport a small child in this vehicle, be sure to move the passenger seat as far to the rear as possible, and follow the instructions and guidelines in the following pages.

Child Seat Type

A child who is at least one year old, and who fits within the child seat maker’s weight and height limits, should be restrained in a forwardfacing, upright child seat.

Of the different seats available, we recommend those that have a fivepoint harness system as shown.

Child Seat Placement

We also recommend that a small child use the child seat until the child reaches the weight or height limit for the seat.

Placing a forward-facing child seat in the passenger’s seat can result in serious injury or death if the airbag inflates.

Ifyoumustplaceaforwardfacing child seat in the passenger’s seat, move the vehicle seat as far back as possible and properly restrain the child.

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Selecting a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat

To provide proper protection, a child seat should meet three requirements:

The child seat should meet U.S. or

1. Canadian Motor Vehicle Saf ety Standard 213.

Look f or FMVSS

213 or CMVSS 213 on the box.

After selecting a proper child seat, there are three main steps in installing a child seat:

Properly secure the child seat to

1. the vehicle.

All child seats must be secured to the vehicle with the lap part of a lap/shoulder belt. A child whose seat is not properly secured

The child seat should be of the

2. proper type and size to fit the child.

The child seat should f it the

3. passenger’s seat.

to the vehicle can be endangered in a crash.

Make sure the child seat is firmly

2. secured.

After installing a child

seat, push and pull the seat

Before purchasing a child seat, or using a previously purchased one, we

forward and from side-to-side to verify that it is secure.

recommend that you test the seat to make sure it fits properly in the passenger’s seat.

A child seat secured with a seat belt should be installed as firmly as possible. However, it does not need to be ‘‘rock solid.’’ Some sideto-side movement can be expected and should not reduce the child seat’s effectiveness.

If the child seat is not secure, use a different style of child seat that can be firmly secured.

Secure the child in the child seat.

Make sure the child is properly strappedinthechildseat according to the child seat maker’s instructions. A child who is not properly secured in a child seat canbeseriouslyinjuredinacrash.

The following pages provide guidelines on how to properly install a forward-facing child seat.

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seat must be secured to the vehicle with the lap part of the lap/shoulder belt. In addition, the lockable retractor must be activated to secure a child seat.

Move the vehicle seat to the rearmost position. Moving the seat as far back as possible reduces the chance of a child being injured or killed if the passenger’s airbag inflates.

With the child seat in position,

2. route the belt through the child seat according to the seat maker’s instructions, then insert the latch plate into the buckle.

To activate the lockable retractor,

3. slowly pull the shoulder part of the belt all the way out until it stops, then let the belt feed back into the retractor.

Installing a Child Seat

After the belt has retracted, tug on it. If the belt is locked, you will not be able to pull it out. If you can pull the belt out, it is not locked and you will need to repeat these steps.

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5. 6.

After confirming that the belt is locked, grab the shoulder part of the belt near the buckle, and pull up to remove any slack from the lap part of the belt. Remember, if the lap part of the belt is not tight, the child seat will not be secure.

To remove slack, it may help to putweightonthechildseat,or push on the back of the seat while pulling up on the belt.

To deactivate the lockable retractor andremoveachildseat,unlatchthe buckle, unroute the seat belt, and let the belt fully retract.

Push and pull the child seat forward and from side-to-side to verify that it is secure enough to stay upright during normal driving maneuvers. If the child seat is not secure, unlatch the belt, allow it to retract fully, then repeat these steps.

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When a child reaches the recommended weight or height limit for a forward-facing child seat, the child should sit on a booster seat and wear a lap/shoulder belt.

Since this vehicle does not have a back seat, we recommend that you do not carry a larger child, age 12 or under, as a passenger.

However, the following pages provide guidelines to help you decide when a given child may ride in this vehicle, and how to properly protect the child.

Allowing a larger child age 12 or under to ride in the vehicle can result in injury or death if the passenger’s airbag inflates.

If a larger child must ride in the vehicle, adjust the vehicle seat as far back as possible, use a booster seat if needed, and have the child sit up properly and wear the seat belt properly.

Checking Seat Belt Fit

To determine if a lap/shoulder belt properly fits a child, have the child put on the seat belt, then ask yourself:

Does the child sit all the way back

1. against the seat?

Do the child’s knees bend

2. comfortably over the edge of the seat?

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Does the shoulder belt cross

3. between the child’s neck and arm?

Is the lap part of the belt as low as

4. possible, touching the child’s thighs?

Will the child be able to stay

5. seated like this for the whole trip?

If you answer yes to all these questions, the child is ready to wear the lap/shoulder belt correctly. If you answer no to any question, the child needs to ride on a booster seat. A child who has outgrown a forward-

Using a Booster Seat

facing child seat should use a booster seat until the lap/shoulder belt fits them properly without the booster.

Some states and Canadian provinces also require children to use a booster seat until they reach a given age or weight (e.g., 6 years or 60 lbs). Be sure to check current laws in the states or provinces where you intend

to drive.

Booster seats can be high-back or low-back. Whichever style you select, make sure the booster meets federal safety standards and that you follow the booster seat maker’s instructions.

If a child who uses a booster seat ridesinthisvehicle,movethe vehicle seat as far to the rear as possible, and be sure the child is wearing the seat belt properly.

A child may continue using a booster seat until the tops of their ears are even with the top of the vehicle’s or booster’s seat-back. A child of this height should be tall enough to use the lap/shoulder belt without a booster seat.

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When Can a Larger Child Ride in This Vehicle

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Transport Canada recommend that all children age 12 and under be properly restrained in a back seat.

If the passenger’s airbag inf lates in a moderate to severe frontal collision, the airbag can cause serious injuries to a child who is unrestrained, improperly restrained, sitting too close to the airbag, or out of position.

Of course, children vary widely. And while age may be one indicator of when a child can safely ride in this vehicle. There are other important factors you should consider.

Physical Size

Physically, a child must be large enough for the lap/shoulder belt to properly fit (see page ). If the seat

belt does not fit properly, with or without the child sitting on a booster, the child should not sit in this vehicle.

Maturity

To safely ride in this vehicle, a child must be able to follow the rules, including sitting properly, and wearing the seat belt properly throughout ride.

If you decide that a child can safely ride in this vehicle, be sure to:

Carefully read the owner’s manual, and make sure you understand all seat belt instructions and all safety information.

Move the vehicle seat to the rearmost position.

Have the child sit up straight, back against the seat, and feet on or near the floor.

Check that the child’s seat belt is properly and securely positioned.

Supervise the child. Even mature children sometimes need to be reminded to fasten the seat belts or sit properly.

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Additional Safety Precautions

Do not let a child wear a seat belt across the neck.

This could result in serious neck injuries during a crash.

Do not let a child put the shoulder part of a seat belt behind the back or under the arm.

This could cause very serious injuries during a crash. It also increases the chance that the child will slide under the belt in a crash and be injured.

Two children should never use the same seat belt.

If they do, they could be very seriously injured in a crash.

Do not put any accessories on a seat belt.

Devices intended to improve a child’s comfort or reposition the shoulder part of a seat belt can make the belt less effective and increase the chance of serious injury in a crash.

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Your vehicle’s exhaust contains carbon monoxide gas. Carbon monoxide should not enter the vehicle in normal driving if you maintain your vehicle properly and follow the information on this page.

Have the exhaust system inspected for leaks whenever:

The vehicle is raised for an oil change.

You notice a change in the sound of the exhaust.

The vehicle was in an accident that may have damaged the underside.

Carbon monoxide gas is toxic. Breathing it can cause unconsciousness and even kill you.

Avoid any enclosed areas or activities that expose you to carbon monoxide.

High levels of carbon monoxide can collect rapidly in enclosed areas, such as a garage. Do not run the engine with the garage door closed. Even with the door open, run the engine only long enough to move the vehicle out of the garage.

With the trunk open, airf low can pull exhaust gas into your vehicle’s interior and create a hazardous condition. If you must drive with the trunk open, open all the windows, and set the heating and cooling system as shown below.

If you must sit in your parked vehicle with the engine running, even in an unconfined area, adjust the heating and cooling system as follows:

Select the fresh air mode.

1. Select the mode.

2. Set the fan speed to high.

3. Set the temperature control to a

4. comfortable setting.

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These labels are in the locations shown. They warn you of potential hazards that could cause serious injury. Read these labels carefully.

If a label comes off or becomes hard to read (except for the U.S. dashboard label which may be removed by the owner), contact your dealer for a replacement.

DASHBOARD

U.S. models only

RADIATOR

SUN VISOR

U.S. models Canadian models

BATTERY

U.S. models

HOOD

Canadian models

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This section gives information about the controls and displays that contribute to the daily operation of your vehicle. All the essential controls are within easy reach.

...........................Control Locations . 44

............................Instrument Panel . 45

.............................................Gauges . 53

.....................................Odometer . 53

....................................Trip meter . 53

...............................Select Button . 53

..................................Fuel Gauge . 54

...................Temperature Gauge . 55

Outside Temperature

...................................Indicator . 55

..................Maintenance Minder . 56

............................................Clock . 56

Controls Near the Steering

...........................................Wheel . 57

Windshield Wipers and

.......................................Washers . 58

.................Hazard Warning Button . 60

.................Rear Window Defogger . 61

...............................Keys and Locks . 62

........................Immobilizer System . 63

................................Ignition Switch . 64

..........................Power Door Locks . 65

..........Instrument Panel Indicators . 46

..........Check Fuel Cap Message . 54

...........Turn Signal and Headlights . 59

........Instrument Panel Brightness . 60

................................................Trunk . 65

........Emergency Trunk Opener . 66

.......................Remote Transmitter . 67

.................................................Seats . 69

..............................Power Windows . 70

..............................Convertible Top . 72

........................Removable Hardtop . 78

.............................................Mirrors . 87

.................................Parking Brake . 88

...........Interior Convenience Items . 89

.........................Beverage Holder . 90

...........Accessory Power Socket . 90

.............Console Compartments . 91

.................................Audio Panel . 91

..........Dashboard Lower Pocket . 92

...................................Interior Light . 92

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HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.130)

POWER DOOR LOCK (P.65)

POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.70)

MIRROR CONTROLS (P.87)

MANUAL TRANSMISSION (P.147)

ROOF SWITCH (P.73)

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ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET (P.90) (P.61)

HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS

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(P.96, 100)

CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS (P.124)

AUDIO SYSTEM (P.104)

PARKING BRAKE (P.88)

HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P.60)

REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON

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TURN SIGNAL AND HAZARD WARNING INDICATORS

VSA ACTIVATION INDICATOR (P.50)

VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.50)

ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) INDICATOR (P.47)

ELECTRIC POWER STEERING (EPS) INDICATOR (P.48)

SEAT BELT REMINDER INDICATOR (P.46)

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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 in Canada.

(P.48)

PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.46, 220)

SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM INDICATOR

(P.47)

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OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE INDICATOR

MAINTENANCE MINDER INDICATOR

LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR

CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR

(P.55)

(P.50)

INFORMATION DISPLAY

HIGH BEAM INDICATOR

TPMS INDICATOR

LOW TIRE PRESSURE INDICATOR

LOW FUEL INDICATOR

DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS INDICATOR (P.48)

DOOR-OPEN INDICATOR

TRUNK-OPEN INDICATOR IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR (P.47) MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP

(P.46, 218)

(P.53, 161)

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(P.52)PEAK POWER INDICATOR

(P.49)

(P.51)

(P.49)

(P.47)

(P.49)

(P.47, 219)

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The instrument panel has many indicators to give you important information about your vehicle.

Seat Belt Reminder Indicator

This indicator comes on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. It reminds you and your passenger to fasten your seat belts. A beeper also sounds if you and your passenger have not fastened your seat belts.

If you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position before fastening your seat belts, the beeper sounds, and the indicator flashes. If you do not fasten your seat belts before the beeper stops, the indicator stops flashing but remains on.

If your passenger does not fasten their seat belt, the indicator comes on about 6 seconds after the ignition switch is turned to the ON (II) position.

If either of you do not fasten your seat belt while driving, the beeper will sound and the indicator will flash again at regular intervals. For more information, see page .

Low Oil Pressure Indicator

The engine can be severely damaged if this indicator flashes or stays on when the engine is running. For more information, see page .

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Charging System Indicator

If this indicator comes on when the engine is running, the battery is not being charged. For more information, see page .

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Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator

This indicator has two functions:

Itcomesonwhenyouturnthe

1. ignition switch to the ON (II) position. It is a reminder to check the parking brake. A beeper sounds if you drive with the parking brake not fully released. Driving with the parking brake not fully released can damage the brakes and tires.

If it stays on after you have fully

2. released the parking brake while the engine is running, or if it comes on while driving, there could be a problem with the brake system. For more information, see page .

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Supplemental Restraint System Indicator

This indicator comes on briefly when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. If it comes on at any other time, it indicates a potential problem with your airbags. This indicator will also alert you to a potential problem with your automatic seat belt tensioners, driver’s seat position sensor, or the passenger’s seat weight sensors. For more information, see page .25

Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Indicator

This indicator normally comes on f or a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, and when you push the START button. If it comes on at any other time, there is a problem with theABS.Ifthishappens,haveyour vehicle checked at a dealer. With this indicator on, your vehicle still has normal braking ability but no anti-lock function. For more information, see page .

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Malfunction Indicator Lamp

See page .

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Trunk-open Indicator

This indicator comes on if the trunk lid is not closed tightly.

Door-open Indicator

This indicator comes on if either door is not closed tightly.

Cruise Control Indicator

This indicator comes on when you set the cruise control. See page

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Electric Power Steering (EPS) Indicator

This indicator normally comes on when you turn the ignition to the ON (II) position and goes off af ter the engine starts. If it comes on at any other time, there is a problem in the electric power steering system. If this happens, stop the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the engine. Reset the system by restarting the engine. The indicator will not turn off immediately. If it does not go off after driving a short distance, or comes on again while driving, take the vehicle to your dealer to have it checked. With the indicator on, the EPS may be turned off, making the vehicle harder to steer.

If the power steering system overheats while driving, the assist is reduced and steering may feel slightly harder.

Driving with the power steering system continuously overheating can cause system damage.

Turn Signal and Hazard Warning Indicators

The left or right turn signal indicator blinks when you signal a lane change or turn. If the indicator does not blink or blinks rapidly, it usually means one of the turn signal bulbs is burned out (see page ). Replace the bulb as soon as possible, since other drivers cannot see that you are signaling.

When you press the hazard warning button, both turn signal indicators blink. All turn signals on the outside of the vehicle should flash.

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‘‘Daytime Running Lights’’ Indicator

If this indicator comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON (II) position and the parking brake is released, it means there is a problem in the high beam headlight’s circuit. Have your vehicle checked by your dealer.

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High Beam Indicator

This indicator comes on with the high beam headlights. For more information, see page .

When the daytime running lights (DRL) are on, this indicator comes on with reduced brightness.

Indicator

This indicator comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. It will then go off if you have inserted a properly-coded ignition key. If it is not a properly-coded key, the indicator will blink, and the engine will not start (see page ).

This indicator also blinks several times when you turn the ignition switch f rom the ON (II) position to the ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0) position.

Low Fuel IndicatorImmobilizer System

This indicator comes on as a reminder that you must refuel soon.

When the indicator comes on, there is about 2.22 US gal (8.4

)offuel remaining in the tank before the reading reaches E. There is a small reserve of fuel remaining in the tank when the reading does reach E.

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Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System Indicator

This indicator normally comes on f or a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position.

Ifitcomesonandstaysonatany other time, or if it does not come on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, there is a problem with the VSA system. Take your vehicle to a dealer to have it checked. Without VSA, your vehicle still has normal driving ability, but will not have VSA traction and stability enhancement. See page

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VSA system.

VSA Activation Indicator Maintenance Minder

This indicator has three f unctions:

Itcomesonasareminderthatyou

1. have turned off the vehicle stability assist (VSA) system.

It flashes when VSA is active (see

2. page ).

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It comes on along with the VSA

3. system indicator if there is a problem with the VSA system.

This indicator normally comes on f or a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. For more information, see page .

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Indicator

This indicator reminds you that it is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance. The maintenance main items and sub items will be displayed in the information display. See page for more information on the maintenance minder.

This indicator goes off when your dealer resets it after completing the required maintenance service.

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Low Tire Pressure Indicator

This indicator normally comes on f or a few seconds when you turn the ignition to the ON (II) position. If it comes on while driving, it indicates that one or more of your vehicle’s tires are extremely low on pressure.

Except CR models

If this happens, pull to the side of the road when it is saf e, check which tire has lost the pressure, and determine the cause. If it is because of a flat tire, replace the flat tire with the compact spare (see page ), and have the

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flat tire repaired as soon as possible. If two or more tires are underinflated, call a professional towing service (see page ). Refer to page

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for more information.

CR models

If this happens, pull to the side of the road when it is saf e, check which tire has lost the pressure, and determine the cause. If it is because of a flat tire, repair the flat tire with the tire repair kit (see page ), and have the flat

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tire repaired as soon as possible. If two or more tires are underinflated, call a professional towing service (see page ). Refer to page

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228

for more information.

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Indicator

This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position.

If this indicator comes on and stays on at any other time, or if it does not come on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, there is a problem with the TPMS. With this indicator on, the low tire pressure indicator will not come on when a tire loses pressure. Take the vehicle to your dealer to have the system checked.

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Peak Power Indicator

PEAK POWER INDICATOR

CR models

This indicator show the rpm range where peak power occurs.

When it is flashing, engine speed is approaching the maximum power range.

When it stays on, the engine speed is in the maximum power range.

When the tachometer reading reaches the red zone, this indicator goes out and the red zone starts flashing.

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points.

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TACHOMETER

CLOCK BUTTON

−＋

BUTTON

ODOMETER/CHECK FUEL CAP INDICATOR

OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE INDICATOR

SPEEDOMETER

BUTTON

CLOCK

TRIP METER

Odometer Trip Meter

The odometer shows the total distance your vehicle has been driven. It measures miles in U.S.

The trip meter shows the number of miles or kilometers driven since you last reset it.

models and kilometers in Canadian models. It is illegal under U.S. federal law and Canadian provincial regulations to disconnect, reset, or alter the odometer with the intent to change the number of miles or kilometers indicated.

There are two trip meters: Trip A and Trip B. Switch between these displays by pressing the TRIP button repeatedly. Each trip meter works independently, so you can keep track of two different distances.

TEMPERATURE GAUGE

FUEL GAUGE

TRIP BUTTON

SELECT BUTTON

To reset a trip meter, display it, and then press and hold the TRIP button until you hear a beep and the number resets to ‘‘0.0’’.

Select Button

The select button switches the speedometer reading between miles per hour and kilometers per hour. It also changes the odometer and trip meters to read in miles or kilometers correspondingly. To change the readings, push the SELECT button, and hold it until you hear a beep.

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Fuel Gauge Check Fuel Cap Message

This shows how much fuel you have. It may show slightly more or less than the actual amount.

Avoid driving with an extremely low f uel level. Running out of f uel could cause the engine to misf ire, damaging the catalytic converter.

Your vehicle’s on board diagnostic system will detect a loose or missing fuel fill cap as an evaporative system leak. The first time a leak is detected a ‘‘CHECK FUEL CAP’’ message appears on the information display. Turn the engine of f, and confirm the fuel fill cap is installed. If it is, loosen it, then retighten it until it clicks at least once. The message should go off after several days of normal driving once you tighten or replace the fuel fill cap. To scroll to another display, press the trip button. The ‘‘CHECK FUEL CAP’’ message will appear each time you restart the engine until the system turns the message off.

If the system still detects a leak in the vehicle’s evaporative emissions system, the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) comes on. If the fuel fill cap was not already tightened, turn the engine of f, and check or retighten the fuel fill cap until it clicks at least once. The MIL should go off after several days of normal driving once the cap is tightened or replaced. If the MIL does not go off, have your vehicle inspected by a dealer. For more information, see page .219

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This shows the temperature of the engine’s coolant. During normal operation, the reading should be in the middle of the gauge. In severe driving conditions, such as very hot weather or a long period of uphill driving, the reading may reach near the red mark. If it reaches the red (Hot) mark, pull safely to the side of the road. See page for

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instructions and precautions on checking the engine’s cooling system.

Outside Temperature IndicatorTemperature Gauge

This indicator displays the outside temperature in Fahrenheit (U.S. models) or Centigrade (Canadian models).

The temperature sensor is in the front bumper. Therefore, the temperature reading can be affected by heat reflection from the road surface, engine heat, and the exhaust f rom surrounding traffic. This can cause an incorrect temperature reading when your speed is under 19 mph (30 km/h).

The sensor delays the indicator update until it reaches the correct outside temperature. This may take several minutes.

If the outside temperature is incorrectly displayed, you can adjust it up to 5°F in U.S. models ( 3°C

±±

in Canadian models) warmer or cooler.

NOTE: The temperature must be stabilized before doing this procedure.

To adjust the outside temperature indicator, make sure the outside temperature indicator is shown in thedisplay,thenpressandholdthe TRIP button for 10 seconds (the TRIP A or B is also reset). The following sequence will appear for 1 secondeach:0,1,2,3,4,5, 5, 4,

3, 2, 1, 0 (U.S.) or 0, 1, 2, 3,

−−−

3, 2, 1, 0 (Canada).

−−−

−−

When it reaches the desired value, release the TRIP button. You should see the new outside temperature displayed.

In certain weather conditions, temperature readings near freezing (32°F, 0°C) could mean that ice is forming on the road surface.

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Maintenance Minder Clock

The inf ormation display in the instrument panel shows you the engine oil life and maintenance service items when the ignition switch is in the ON (II) position. This information helps to keep you aware of the periodic maintenance your vehicle needs for continued troublefree driving. Refer to page for more information.

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The clock displays the time with the ignition switch in the ON (II) position.

To set the clock:

Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position.

Press and hold the CLOCK button until the minute display blinks. Adjusttheminutebypressingthe

＋−

When you finish the minute adjustment, press and release the CLOCK button. The hour display will blink. Adjust the hour by pressing the or button.

or button.

＋−

When you finish your adjustments,

4. press the CLOCK button again.

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HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS (P.59)

REMOTE AUDIO CONTROLS

＊

(P.122)

ENGINE START BUTTON (P.146)

HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.130)

＊＊

To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel.

If equipped.

CLOCK BUTTON (P.56)

CRUISE BUTTON (P.124)

HORN

INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS (P.60)

VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM OFF SWITCH (P.153)

＊

CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS (P.124)

HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS (P.96, 100)

WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS

(P.58)

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Windshield Wipers and Washers

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MIST

1. OFF

2. INT Intermittent

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LO Low speed

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HI High speed

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Windshield washers

Push the right lever up or down to select a position.

MIST

speed until you release the lever.

OFF

INT

few seconds. In low speed and high speed, the wipers run continuously.

The wipers run at high

−

The wipers are not activated.

−

The wipers operate every

−

The wipers run at low speed.

−

The wipers run at high speed.

−

Windshield Washers

wiper control lever toward you, and hold it. The washers spray until you release the lever. The wipers run at low speed, then complete one more sweep after you release the lever.

Pull the

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Turn Signal

1. Off

2. Parking and indicator lights

3. Headlights on

4. High beams

5. Flashhighbeams

Turn Signal

−

lever to signal a left turn and up to signal a right turn. To signal a lane change, push lightly on the lever, and hold it. The lever will return to center when you release it or complete a turn.

Turning the

Headlights On

−

switch to the ‘‘ ’’ position turns on the parking lights, taillights, instrument panel lights, side-marker lights, and rear license plate lights.

Turning the switch to the ‘‘ ’’ position turns on the headlights. If you leave the lights on with the key removed from the ignition switch, you will hear a reminder buzzer when you open the driver’s door.

−Push down on the

High Beams

Push the lever forward until you hear a click. The high beam indicator will come on (see page ). Pull the lever back to

return to the low beams.

To flash the high beams, pull the lever back lightly, then release it. The high beams will stay on as long as you hold the lever back.

Daytime Running Lights

With the headlight switch off, the high beam headlights and the high beam indicator come on with reduced brightness when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position and release the parking brake. They remain on until you turn the ignition switch off, even if you set the parking brake.

The headlights revert to normal operation when you turn them on with the switch.

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Instrument Panel Brightness Hazard Warning Button

The buttons in the lower left corner of the instrument panel adjust the brightness of the display in five steps. Push the or button five times to see the full range.

＋−

To reduce glare at night, the instrument panel illumination dims when you turn the light switch to the

or position. Adjust the brightness to the desired level with the headlight switch off, and also with the headlight switch on. Both settings will remain at those levels until you change them.

With the headlight switch on, you can switch the display to full daytime brightness by pushing and holding the button. Push the button to

＋−

return the display to the original brightness.

Push the red button next to the parking brake to turn on the hazard warning lights (four-way flashers). This causes all four outside turn signals and both indicators in the instrument panel to flash. Use the hazard warning lights if you need to park in a dangerous area near heavy traffic, or if your vehicle is disabled.

The rear window defogger will clear

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fog, frost, and thin ice from the window. Push the defogger button to turn it on and off. The indicator in the button comes on to show the defogger is on. If you do not turn it off, the defogger will shut itself off after about 15 minutes. It also shuts off when you turn off the ignition switch. You have to turn the defogger on again when you restart the vehicle.

Do not push the defogger button when the convertible top is f olded.

Make sure the rear window is clear and you have good visibility before starting to drive.

Thedefoggerwiresontheinsideof the rear window can be accidentally damaged. When cleaning the glass, always wipe side-to-side.

Rear Window Defogger

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Keys and Locks

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MASTER KEYS (BLACK)

VALET KEY (GREY)

KEY NUMBER TAG

The master key fits all the locks on your vehicle.

The valet key works only in the ignition and the door locks. You can keep the trunk and the lower console compartment locked when you leave your vehicle and the valet key at a parking facility.

Youshouldhavereceivedakey number tag with your keys. You will need this key number if you ever have to get a key replaced. Use only Honda-approved key blanks.

These keys contain electronic circuits that are activated by the immobilizer system. They will not work to start the engine if the circuits are damaged.

Protect the keys from direct sunlight, high temperature, and high humidity.

Donotdropthekeysorsetheavy objects on them.

Keep the keys away from liquids. If they get wet, dry them immediately with a soft cloth.

The keys do not contain batteries. Do not try to take them apart.

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The immobilizer system protects your vehicle from theft. If an improperly-coded key (or other device) is used, the engine’s fuel system is disabled.

When you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, the immobilizer system indicator should come on for a few seconds, then go off. If the indicator starts to blink, it means the system does not recognize the coding of the key. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (0) position, remove the key, reinsert it, and turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position again. The system may not recognize your key’s coding if another immobilizer key or other metal object (i.e. key fob) is near the ignition switch when you insert the key.

If the system repeatedly does not recognize the coding of your key, contact your dealer.

Do not attempt to alter this system or add other devices to it. Electrical problems could result that may make your vehicle undrivable.

If you lose your key and cannot start the engine, contact your dealer.

Always take the ignition key with you whenever you leave the vehicle alone.

As required by the FCC: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

This device complies with Industry Canada Standard RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

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Ignition Switch

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The ignition switch has three positions: LOCK (0), ACCESSORY (I), and ON (II).

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LOCK (0)

remove the key only in this position. To turn the key, push it in slightly.

If the front wheels are turned, the anti-theft lock may make it difficult to turn the key. Firmly turn the steering wheel to the left or right as you turn the key.

You can insert or

ACCESSORY (I)

operate the audio system and the accessory power socket in this position.

−

ON (II)

position when driving. Several of the indicators on the instrument panel come on as a test when you turn the ignition switch from the ACCESSORY (I) to the ON (II) position. The engine can be started with the key in this position by pressing the engine START button (see page

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You will hear a reminder beeper if you leave the key in the ignition switch in the LOCK (0) or the ACCESSORY (I) position and open thedriver’sdoor.Removethekeyto turn off the beeper.

This is the normal key

−

You can

Removing the key from the ignition switch while driving locks the steering. This can cause you to lose control of the vehicle.

Remove the key from the ignition switch only when parked.

Power Door Locks, Trunk

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Power Door Locks Trunk

To lock the passenger’s door when getting out of the vehicle, push the

LOCK TAB

lock tab in and close the door. To lock the driver’s door, remove the key from the ignition switch, pull out either the inside or outside door handle and push the lock tab in, then close the door.

Both doors lock when you use the key in the driver’s door. Using the key in the passenger’s door only locks and unlocks that door. To unlock only the driver’s door

Each door has a lock tab next to the inside door handle. When you push in the lock tab on the driver’s door, both doors lock. Pulling out the lock tab on the driver’s door only unlocks that door. The lock tab on the passenger’s door only locks and unlocks that door.

from the outside, insert the key in the driver’s door lock, turn the key and release it. If you turn the key and hold it, both doors will unlock.

To open the trunk, press the trunk release button in the lower console compartment. To protect items in the trunk when you need to give the key to someone else, lock the lower console compartment with the master key, and give the other person the valet key.

To close the trunk, press down on the trunk lid.

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Push

TRUNK RELEASE BUTTON

CONTINUED

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MASTER KEY

You can also use the master key to open the trunk lock.

To open the trunk with the remote transmitter, press and hold the TRUNK RELEASE button for about 1second(seepage ).

Keep the trunk lid closed at all times while driving to avoid damaging the lid, and to prevent exhaust gas from getting into the interior. See

Monoxide Hazard

on page .

Carbon

Emergency Trunk Opener

As a safety feature, your vehicle has a release lever on the trunk latch so the trunk can be opened from the inside. To open the trunk, push the release lever to the left.

Parents should decide if their children should be shown how to use this feature. For more information about child safety, see page .4132

Remote Transmitter

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LED

UNLOCK BUTTON

LOCK

Press this button once to

−

LOCK BUTTON

TRUNK RELEASE BUTTON

PANIC BUTTON

lock both doors. Some exterior lights will flash. When you push LOCK twice within 5 seconds, you will hear a beep to verify that the doors are locked.

−

UNLOCK

Press this button once to unlock the driver’s door. Push it twice to also unlock the passenger’s door.

The interior light (if the interior light

switch is in the center position) will come on when you press the UNLOCK button. If you do not open either door within 30 seconds, the light goes out. If you relock the doors with the remote transmitter before 30 seconds have elapsed, the light will go off immediately.

If you do not open either door within 30 seconds, the doors automatically relock.

You cannot lock or unlock the doors with the remote transmitter if either door is not f ully closed or the key is in the ignition switch.

−

TRUNK

Pressthisbuttonfor about 1 second to open the trunk. You cannot open the trunk if the key is in the ignition switch.

Pressthisbuttonfor

PANIC

−

about 1 second to attract attention; thehornwillsoundandtheexterior

lights will flash for about 30 seconds. To cancel panic mode, press any other button on the remote transmitter, or turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position.

Remote Transmitter Care

Avoid dropping or throwing the transmitter.

Protect the transmitter from extreme temperature.

Do not immerse the transmitter in any liquid.

If you lose a transmitter, the replacement needs to be reprogrammed by your dealer.

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Replacing the Transmitter Battery

BATTERY ROUND

COVER

If it takes several pushes on the button to lock or unlock the doors, replace the battery as soon as possible. Battery type: CR2025

To replace the battery, remove the round cover on the back of the transmitter by turning it counterclockwise with a coin. Insert a new battery with the side facing up. Align the mark on the cover with the mark on the

▽

◎

＋

transmitter. Set the cover in place, andturnitclockwise.

An improperly disposed of battery can hurt the environment. Always confirm local regulations for battery disposal.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

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See pages for important safety information and warnings about how to properly position the seats and seatbacks.

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10 12

Make all seat adjustments before you start driving.

To adjust the seat forward and backward, pull up on the lever under the seat cushion’s front edge. Then trytomovetheseattomakesureit is locked in position.

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To change the seat-back angle, pull up on the lever on the outside of the seat bottom.

Power Windows

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Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position to raise or lower either window. To open a window, push the switchdownandholdit.Releasethe switch when you want the window to stop. Pull back on the switch and hold it to close the window.

DRIVER’S WINDOW SWITCH

MAIN SWITCH

PASSENGER’S WINDOW SWITCH

The driver’s armrest has a master power window control panel. To open the passenger’s window, push down on the switch and hold it until the window reaches the desired position. To close the window, pull back on the window switch. Release the switch when the window gets to the position you want.

Closing a power window on someone’s hands or fingers can cause serious injury.

Make sure your passenger is away from the window before closing it.

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The master control panel also contains these extra features:

−

AUTO

To open the driver’s window fully, push the window switch f irmly down to the second detent, and release it. The window automatically goes all the way down. To stop the window, pull back on the window switch briefly.

To open the driver’s window only partially, push the window switch down lightly and hold it. The window will stop as soon as you release the switch.

The AUTO function only works to lower the driver’s window. To raise the window, you must pull back on the window switch and hold it until the window reaches the desired position.

If the MAIN switch is OFF, the passenger’s window cannot be raised or lowered. Keep the MAIN switch off when you have a child in the vehicle so the child does not get injured by operating the window unintentionally.

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Convertible Top

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Except CR models

The convertible top on your vehicle lowers and raises electrically.

It is advisable to raise the top whenever you park the vehicle. This helps to protect the vehicle from unexpected weather changes, and from theft of your valuables.

Do not operate the convertible top in f reezing weather. You can damage the material and the mechanism. Do not operate the top if it is wet, dirty, or covered with ice or snow. Never drive the vehicle with the convertible top half open. Do not operate the convertible top if the vehicle is on a jack, a hoist, or on jack stands. Park your vehicle in the shade whenever possible. Extended exposure to sunlight can cause the convertible top to deteriorate.

Lowering the Convertible Top

Before operating the convertible top, make sure the vehicle is parked on level ground, the rear defogger is off, and there is enough clearance above the top.

Apply the parking brake. The convertible top will not operate unless the parking brake is fully engaged.

Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position.

LATCH TAB

LOCKING LEVER

Thereisalatchoneachside.Push

3. in the tabs, and pull the locking levers down.

LOCKING LEVER

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ROOF SWITCH

Convertible Top

Operating the convertible top while any part of a passenger is in the way of the convertible top can cause serious injury.

Make sure that you, your passenger, or any other people around the vehicle are clear of the moving convertible top.

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4. 5.

With the latches released, push the locking levers up until they latch.

PullbackandholdtheROOF switch. The windows lower and the roof f olds back. Release the ROOF switch when the roof is retracted completely into the rear shelf.

Do not sit on the folded convertible top, or place any items on top of it. You could damage the top or the rear window.

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Convertible Top Cover

Use the convertible top cover when the top is folded to help prevent foreign objects, dirt, etc., from getting into the material and the mechanism.

The cover is attached to the body with four snaps: two behind the roll bars, and one on the side of each seat. To install or remove the convertible top cover , do this:

correctly

SNAPS

Remove the convertible top cover

1. 2. from the trunk, and lay it into position behind the roll bar.

SNAP

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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FASTENER STRAP

SNAP

Pull down the strap on the passenger’s side of the cover, and align its snap with the pin on the trim panel behind the door. Press on both sides of the snap to attach it to the pin.

Pull down the strap on the driver’s side of the cover, and align its snap with the pin on the trim panel behind the door. Press on both sides of the snap to attach it to the pin.

6.4.

Fit the rear of the cover into the space between the convertible top and its molding.

To remove the cover, reverse the procedure.

Wind Deflector

WIND DEFLECTOR

On all models

The wind deflector keeps the wind out while driving with the convertible top folded or the removable hardtop removed (see page ). To use the deflector, lif t

it up forward.5.

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Convertible Top

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Raising the Convertible Top

Apply the parking brake. The

1. convertible top will not operate unless the parking brake is fully engaged.

Turn the ignition switch to the ON

2. (II) position.

Push the ROOF switch forward

3. and hold it. The windows, if raised, will lower automatically.

The convertible top will rise. Release the ROOF switch when the top reaches the windshield header.

TAB

LOCKING LEVER

Push in the tab to release the

LATCH

locking levers, and pull them down. Note the movement of the latch when you push in the tab.

While holding the lever down,

5. push in the tab to engage the latch in the windshield header. Pull the topdownandforwardifnecessary.

Push the locking levers up while

6. holding the tab. When the latch is in place, release the tab. Make sure the convertible top is securely latched.

Operating the convertible top while any part of a passenger is in the way of the convertible top can cause serious injury.

Make sure that you, your passenger, or any other people around the vehicle are clear of the moving convertible top.

Do not put any heavy items on the

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f olded convertible top. You could damage the material and the mechanism.

Convertible Top

Maintenance To reduce the possibility of leaks:

Dust is the main cause of creaks or other sounds coming from the convertible top.

Regularly clean the body seals with glass cleaner and a soft cloth. Do not use a scraper or de-icing chemicals to remove frost, snow, or ice from the top or the rear window.

Every 3 to 6 months, depending on how often the top is folded, rub a thin film of Shin-Etsu Silicon Grease (available from your dealer, P/N 08798-9013) onto the seals wherever they touch the convertible top or each other.

Do not lean or sit on an open door.

Do not push or pull the door glass to open and close the door.

The convertible top seals are designed to promote the f low of water off the roof. Spraying highpressure water directly on the seals can distort them, causing a leak. Use only a low-pressure water stream when using a hose, and avoid commercial car washes.

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Removable Hardtop

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CR models

Because of the size and weight of the removable hardtop, it is recommended that you have someone help you remove and install it.

Clean and dry the hardtop before removing it. Store it in your garage or other protected area, and do not stack items on top of it.

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Installation

Make sure the vehicle is parked

1. on level ground, and that you have adequate clearance above the vehicle.

LID

Loosen the bolt of the rear cover

2. 3.

BOLT

lid with a flat-tipped screwdriver.

BOLT

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Pull the bolt out until it stops against the lid.

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LID

LOCKING LEVER

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 safely.

Move the seats forward.

8. 9.

Make sure the front locking levers are closed.

Make sure the handles for the side lock pins are pivoted forward to the first stop. However, do not pull the handle all the way forward (touching the inside of the top).

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TAB LATCH LOCK ROD REAR WINDOW

POSITIONING HOLE LOCKING LEVER

10. 11.

Carefully set the removable hardtop on the vehicle, making sure the lock rods go into the

Push in the tab on each locking lever and pull the locking lever down.

positioning holes behind each door.

12.

Be careful not to pinch your fingers.

Push the locking lever f orward and set the latch into the windshield header.

Pull back on the locking lever and

13.

Make sure that the lock rods do not damage any part of the vehicle, such as

push it up until it latches. Make sure it is securely latched.

the rear wing spoiler, when you install or remove the hardtop.

DEFOGGER WIRE

14.

Pivot the lock rods backward to lock down the sides of the hardtop. Make sure the rear window defogger wire is set under the lock rod to ensure the wire is not crushed or entangled.

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CAP

Remove the cap from the rear

15. 16.

CONNECTOR

window defogger connector.

HARNESS

CONNECTOR

Plug the harness for the rear window defogger (see page )

into the rear connector. Make sure it locks into the connector.

Make sure the rear window is clear and you have good visibility before starting to drive.

Thedefoggerwiresontheinsideof the rear window can be accidentally damaged. When cleaning the glass, always wipe side-to-side.

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TAB LATCH

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TAB

Lower the windows.

Unplug the rear window defogger harness from the connector by squeezingthetabontheharness plug. Pull on the plug, not the harness.

LOCKING LEVER

Push in the tab on each locking lever and pull the locking lever down.

Push the locking levers forward and remove the latches from the windshield header.

LOCKING LEVER

With the latches released, pull back on the locking levers and push them up until they latch.

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LOCK ROD

Install the cap on the rear

8. defogger connector.

Take the rear cover lids out from

9. the trunk.

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.

Pivot the lock rods forward to

6. 7. release the sides of the hardtop.

Lift the hardtop straight up off the vehicleandsetitaside.

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HOLDERS

LID

BOLT

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Lift the wind deflector up (see

13. page ).

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When reinstalling the rear cover

10. 11. lid, align the tabs to the appropriate holders and push the lid down while holding the bolt out.

Tighten the bolts securely with the flat-tipped screwdriver.

Repeat the procedure for the lid

12. on the other side.

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Storing Washing

FRONT SEAL

Support the hardtop during storage to prevent the front seal from contacting the floor or any other surface that can deform the rubber.

Avoid automatic car washes that use a high pressure spray.

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Keeptheinsideandoutsidemirrors clean and adjusted f or best visibility. Be sure to adjust the mirrors before you start driving.

The inside mirror has day and night positions. The night position reduces glare from headlights behind you. Flip the tab on the bottom edge of the mirror to select the day or night position.

Adjusting the Power Mirrors

SELECTOR SWITCH

ADJUSTMENT SWITCH

Turn the ignition switch to the ON

1. (II) position.

Move the selector switch to L

2. (driver’s side) or R (passenger’s side).

Push the appropriate edge of the

3. adjustment switch to move the mirrorright,left,up,ordown.

When you finish, move the

4. selector switch to the center (off) position. This turns the adjustment switch off to keep your settings.

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BUTTON

PARKING BRAKE LEVER

To apply the parking brake, pull the lever up fully. To release it, pull up slightly, push the button, and lower the lever. The parking brake indicator on the instrument panel should go out when the parking brake is fully released (see page ).46

Driving the vehicle with the parking brake applied can damage the rear brakes and axles. A beeper will sound if the vehicle is driven with the parking brake on.

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: If equipped

CONSOLE COMPARTMENT

DRIVER’S SEAT-BACK POCKET

ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET

BEVERAGE HOLDER

VANITY MIRROR/SUNVISOR

AUDIO PANEL

DASHBOARD LOWER POCKET

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Beverage Holder Accessory Power Socket

PARTITION

Open the beverage holder by pushing on the tab. The lid will slide open.

To hold two cups in the beverage holder, flip the partition up.

Be careful when you are using the beverage holder. A spilled liquid that is very hot can scald you or your passenger. Spilled liquids can also damage the upholstery, carpeting, and electrical components in the interior.

This socket is intended to supply power for 12 volt DC accessories that are rated 120 watts or less (10 amps). It will not power an automotive type cigarette lighter element.

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Audio PanelConsole Compartments

UPPER COMPARTMENT

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The area between the seats has two compartments. Open the lower compartment by squeezing the handle. Close it with a firm push. You can lock or unlock the lower compartment with the master key.

The lever to open the upper compartment is inside the lower compartment. Push up the lever, and lift the lid. To close, lower the lid, and push it down until it latches.

If equipped

To open the audio panel, push on the top center, and let the panel swing down.Toclose,pivotthepanelup, andpushonituntilitlatches.

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Dashboard Lower Pocket Interior Light

SWITCH

The dashboard lower pocket is located next to the audio panel.

The interior light has a threeposition switch; ON, Door Activated, and OFF. In the Door Activated (center) position, the light comes on when you:

Open either door. Unlock the doors with the key or the remote transmitter.

DOOR ACTIVATED

If the switch is in the center position, the interior light will come on when you remove the key from the ignition switch.

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position with both doors closed, the two bulbs in the interior light can each be turned on and off with the button next to it.

Interior Light

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The heating and air conditioning system in your vehicle provides a comfortable driving environment in all weather conditions.

The standard audio system has many features. This section describes those features and how to use them. (If you have an optional audio system, refer to the operating instructions that came with it.)

Your vehicle has an anti-theft audio system that requires a code number to enable it.

...............Vents, Heating, and A/C . 96

........................Vents and Heating . 100

..........Playing the AM/FM Radio . 104

............AM/FM Radio Reception . 107

Satellite Radio . 109

..................................Playing a CD . 114

...................................CD Changer . 116

....................Protecting Your CDs . 117

................Remote Audio Controls . 122

.................Radio Theft Protection . 123

...............................Cruise Control . 124

.Playing the XM

.........CD Player Error Messages . 120

.....CD Changer Error Messages . 121

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REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON

AIR CONDITIONING BUTTON

FAN CONTROL LEVER

RECIRCULATION BUTTON

MODE CONTROL DIAL

TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL

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Airflow Controls

Fan Control Lever

Push this lever up and down to increase or decrease the fan speed and airflow. The indicators next to the lever show you the speed and airflow selected.

Temperature Control Dial

Turning this dial clockwise increases the temperature of the airflow.

Air Conditioning (A/C) Button

This button turns the air conditioning on and of f. The indicator in the button comes on when the A/C is on.

Recirculation Button

When the recirculation indicator is on, air from the vehicle’s interior is sent through the system again (recirculation mode). When the indicator is off, air is brought in from the outside of the vehicle (fresh air

mode).

The outside air intakes for the heating and cooling system are at the base of the windshield. Keep this area clear of leaves and other debris.

Thesystemshouldbeleftinfresh air mode under almost all conditions. Keeping the system in recirculation mode, particularly with the A/C off, can cause the windows to fog up.

Switch to recirculation mode when driving through dusty or smoky conditions, then return to fresh air mode.

Rear Window Defogger Button

This button turns the rear window defogger off and on (see page ).

Do not push the defogger button when the convertible top is f olded.

Mode Control Dial

Use the mode control dial to select the vents the air flows from. Some air will flow from the dashboard vents in all modes.

Air flows from the vents on both sides of the instrument panel, andfromthedashboardventinfront of the passenger.

Airflow is divided between the vents in the dashboard and the floor vents.

Air flows from the center vents in the dashboard above the audio system, the vents on both sides of the instrument panel, and from the f loor vents. Select this position when you drive with the convertible top folded.

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