2003 HONDA S2000 engine

The tachometer shows the engine
speed in revolutions per minute
(rpm). To protect the engine f rom
damage, never drive with the
tachometerreadingintheredzone.
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
mark, pull saf ely to the side of the
road. Turn to page for
instructions and precautions on
checking the engine’s cooling
system.
The Select button switches the
speedometer reading between miles
perhourandkilometerperhour.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.
This shows your speed in miles per
hour (mph) or kilometers per hour
(km/h).
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Gauges
Inst rument s and Cont rols
T achometer
Select Button Temperature Gauge
Speedometer
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TEMPERATURE GAUGE SPEEDOMETERTACHOMETER
SELECT BUTTON

This shows how much f uel you have.
It is most accurate when the car is on
level ground. It may show slightly
more or less than the actual amount
whenyouaredrivingoncurvyor
hilly roads.The odometer shows the total dis-
tance your car has been driven. It
displays in miles and kilometers.
It is illegal under U.S. f ederal law and
Canadian provincial regulations to
disconnect, reset, or alter the
odometer with the intent to change
the number of miles or kilometers
indicated.
Gauges
Inst rument s and Cont rols
Fuel Gauge
Odometer
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TRIP METER FUEL GAUGE
TRIP BUTTON
ODOMETER SELECT BUTTON
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.

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Thetwoleversonthesteering
column contain controls f or driving
f eatures you use most of ten. The lef t
lever controls the turn signals,
headlights, and high beams. The
right lever controls the windshield
washers and wipers.
The engine start button and the
remote audio controls are under the
lef t air vent.
The instrument panel brightness
control is in the lower lef t corner of
the speedometer.
The cruise control master switch is
to the lef t of the steering column.To use the horn, press the pad
around the ‘‘H’’ logo.
Controls Near the Steering Wheel
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HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS
(P.53)
REMOTE AUDIO
CONTROLS
ENGINE
START
BUTTON
HOOD RELEASE
HANDLE
CRUISE CONTROL MASTER SWITCH WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS
(P.55) REAR WINDOW
DEFOGGER BUTTON
(P.
57)
INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS
(P.54)
(P.113)
(P.135)
(P.122)
(P.115) HORN

Donotdropthekeysorsetheavy
objects on them.
Keep the keys away f rom liquids.
If they get wet, dry them
immediately with a sof t cloth.
The keys do not contain batteries.
Do not try to take them apart.
Your car comes with two master
keys and a valet key.
The master key fits all the locks on
your car:
 Ignition
 Doors
 Trunk
 Lower console compartment Youshouldhavereceivedakey
number plate with your keys. You
will need this key number if you ever
have to get a lost key replaced. Keep
the plate stored in a saf e place. If you
need to replace a key, 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 f rom direct
sunlight, high temperature, and
high humidity. Your car also comes with two remote
transmitters; see page for an
explanation of the operation.
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 car and the valet key at a
parking f acility.
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Keys
Remote Transmitter
Inst rument s and Cont rols
Keys and Locks
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KEY
NUMBER
PLATE
MASTER
KEY
(BLACK) VALET KEY
(GREY)

The Immobilizer System protects
your car f rom thef t. A properly-
coded master or valet key must be
used in the ignition switch f or the
engine to start. If an improperly-
coded key (or other device) is used,
the engine’s f uel system is disabled.
When you turn the ignition switch to
ON (II), the Immobilizer System
indicator should come on f or a f ew
seconds, then go out. If the indicator
starts to blink, it means the system
does not recognize the coding of the
key. Turn the ignition switch to
LOCK (0), remove the key, reinsert
it, and turn the switch to ON (II)
again.The Immobilizer System indicator
will also blink several times when
you turn the ignition switch f rom ON
(II) to ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0).
Do not attempt to alter this system
or add other devices to it. Electrical
problems could result that may make
your car undriveable.
If you have lost your key and you
cannot start the engine, contact your
Honda dealer.
The system may not recognize your
key’s coding if another immobilizer
key or other metal object is near the
ignition switch when you insert the
key. To make sure the system
recognizes the key code:
Do not keep other immobilizer
keys on the same key ring.
Use a plastic or leather key f ob,
not metal.
Keep other keys away f rom your
vehicle’s key and the ignition
switch while trying to start the
engine.
If the system repeatedly does not
recognize the coding of your key,
contact your Honda dealer.
CONT INUED
Immobilizer System
Keys and Locks
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µ
µ In this position,
you can operate the audio system
and the accessory power socket. You will hear a reminder beeper if
you leave the key in the ignition
switch in the LOCK (0) or
ACCESSORY (I) position and open
thedriver’sdoor.Removethekeyto
turn of f the beeper.
This is the normal key
position when driving. All f eatures
and accessories on the car are usable.
Several of the lights on the instru-
ment panel come on as a test when
you turn the ignition switch f rom
ACCESSORY to ON.
The engine will not start if the
Immobilizer System does not
recognize the key’s coding (see page ).
The engine can be started with the
key in this position by pressing the
engine START button (see page
).
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A CCESSORY (I)
ON (II)
Keys and Locks
Inst rument s and Cont rols61

The convertible top on your Honda
lowers and raises electrically.
Bef ore operating the convertible top,
make sure the car is parked on level
ground, and that there is enough
clearance above the top.Park your car in the shade whenever
possible. Extended exposure to
sunlight can cause the convertible
top to deteriorate. Thereisalatchoneachside.Push
in the tab and pull the locking
lever down.
It is advisable to raise the top
whenever you park the car. This
helps to protect the car from
unexpected weather changes, and
f rom thef t of your valuables.
Apply the parking brake. The
convertible top will not operate
unless the parking brake is f ully
engaged.
Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).
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2. 3.
Lowering the Convertible Top
Convertible Top
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LATCH
TAB
LOCKING LEVER
Do not operate the convertible top in
f reezing weather. Y ou can damage
the material and mechanism of the
convertible top.
Never drive the car with the
convertible top half open. Do not lower or raise the top while
the engine is running.
Do not operate the top if it is wet,
dirty, or covered with ice or snow. Do not operate the convertible top if
the car is raised on the jack, a hoist,
or on jack stands.

This section covers how to set up the
system controls f or ventilation,
heating, cooling, dehumidif ying, and
def rosting.
The engine must be running f or the
heater and air conditioning to
generate hot and cold air. The heater
uses engine coolant to warm the air.
If the engine is cold, it will be several
minutes bef ore you f eel warm air
coming from the system.
The air conditioning does not rely on
engine temperature.
You can adjust the direction of the
air coming from the vents on both
sides of the instrument panel and at
the corner of the dashboard on the
passenger’s side. To adjust the air
flow up and down, move the tab in
the center of each vent up and down.
To adjust it lef t and right, turn the
dial under each vent lef t and right. You can shut off the air flow from
each vent by turning the dial all the
way toward the mark until it
clicks.
Heating and Cooling
Comf ort and Convenience Feat ures
Vent Controls
How to Use the System
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CENTER VENTSIDE VENT