Honda 2003 S2000 User Manual

2003 S2000 Online Reference Owner's Manual
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Contents
Owner's Identification Form
Introduction ..................................................................................................................................................... i
A Few Wor
ds About Safety .......................................................................................................................... ii
Your Car at a Glance ......................................................................................................................................2
Driver and Passenger Safety .......................................................................................................................5
P
roper use a
nd care of your car's seat belts, and Supplemental Restraint System.
Instruments and Controls...........................................................................................................................43
Instrument panel i
ndicator and gauge, and how to use dashboard and steering column controls.
Comfort and Convenience Features.........................................................................................................8
5
How t
o
op
erate the climate control system, the audio system, and other convenience features.
Before Driving ..............................................................................................................................
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119
What gasoline to use, how to break-in your new car, and how to load luggage and other cargo.
Driving...........................................................................................................................................................
133
The proper way to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, plus towing a trailer.
Maintenance..............................................................................................................................
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147
The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you need to take your car to the dealer.
Appearance Care..............................................................................................................................
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207
Tips on cleaning and protecting your car. Things to look for if your car ever needs body repairs.
Taking Care of the Unexpected..............................................................................................................
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21
7
This section
covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and how to handle them.
Technical Information...............................................................................................................................247
ID numbers,
dimensions, capacities, and technical information.
Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada).....................................................................
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26
1
A summary
of the warranties covering your new Honda, and how to contact us.
Authorized Manuals (U.S. only
)
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265
How to order manuals and other technical literature.
Index ................................................................................................................................................................. I
Service Informat
ion Summary
A summary of information you ne
ed when you pull up to the fuel pump.
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Honda 2003 S2000 Specifications

General

Brand	Honda
Model	2003 S2000
Category	Automobile
Language	English

Summary

Driver and Passenger Safety

Important Safety Precautions

Details crucial safety recommendations for occupants, including seat belt use and child safety.

Your Car’s Safety Features

Describes the integrated safety systems designed to protect occupants during a crash.

Protecting Children

Provides essential guidelines on safely restraining children in the vehicle, considering airbag risks.

Instruments and Controls

Control Locations

Identifies the location of various driving controls on the dashboard and steering column.

Indicator Lights

Explains the meaning and function of various dashboard indicator lights.

Gauges

Describes the vehicle's gauges, including speedometer, tachometer, and fuel/temperature.

Comfort and Convenience Features

Heating and Cooling

Explains how to operate the climate control system for optimal comfort.

Audio System

Covers the operation of the AM/FM/CD audio system, including radio and player functions.

Cruise Control

Details how to use the cruise control system for maintaining a set speed on highways.

Before Driving

Break-in Period

Provides guidelines for the initial driving period to ensure long-term reliability and performance.

Service Station Procedures

Outlines essential procedures for fueling, checking fluids, and opening the hood.

Fuel Economy

Offers tips on improving fuel mileage through proper car condition and driving habits.

Maintenance

Maintenance Safety

Presents critical safety precautions to follow when performing maintenance tasks.

Maintenance Schedule

Outlines recommended service intervals for normal and severe driving conditions.

Owner Maintenance Checks

Details routine checks that owners can perform to ensure car health.

Taking Care of the Unexpected

Changing a Flat Tire

Provides step-by-step instructions for safely changing a flat tire.

If Your Engine Won’t Start

Guides users through diagnosing and resolving common engine starting issues.

Emergency Towing

Explains professional towing options and precautions for transporting the vehicle.

Technical Information

Identification Numbers

Identifies the locations of important vehicle identification numbers like VIN and engine numbers.

Specifications

Lists key technical specifications for the vehicle's dimensions, engine, and fluids.

DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)

Explains the grading system for tire treadwear, traction, and temperature performance.

Warranty and Customer Relations

Customer Relations Information

Provides contact details and procedures for addressing issues with dealerships.

Warranty Coverages

Outlines the different types of warranties covering the vehicle and its components.

Authorized Manuals

Provides information on how to purchase service and repair manuals for the vehicle.