2004 HONDA S2000 recommended oil

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Your authorized Honda dealer
knows your vehicle best and can
provide competent, ef f icient service.
However, service at a dealer is not
mandatory to keep your warranties
in effect. Maintenance may be done
by any qualif ied service f acility or
skilled person to keep your
warranties in ef f ect. Keep all the
receipts as proof of completion, and
have the person who does the work
f ill out the Maintenance Record.
Check your warranty booklet f or
more inf ormation.
We recommend the use of Honda
parts and f luids whenever you have
maintenance done. U.S. Vehicles:
According to state and federal
regulations, f ailure to perf orm
maintenance on the items marked
with will not void your emissions
warranties. However, Honda
recommends that all maintenance
services be perf ormed at the
recommended time or mileage
period to ensure long-term reliability.
Youshouldcheckthefollowing
items at the specif ied intervals. If
you are unsure of how to perf orm
any check, turn to the appropriate
page listed.
Engine oil level Check every
time you fill the fuel tank. See
page .
Engine coolant level Check the
radiator reserve tank every time
you f ill the f uel tank. See page .
Brakes Check the f luid level
monthly. See page .
Tires Check the tire pressure
monthly. Examine the tread f or
wear and foreign objects. See page .
Lights Check the operation of
the headlights, parking lights,
taillights, high-mount brake light,
and license plate lights monthly.
See page . 103
103
136
145
137
Maintenance Schedule
Maint enance
Servicing Your Vehicle Maintenance, replacement, or
repair of emissions control
devices and systems may be done
by any automotive repair
establishment or individual using
parts that are ‘‘certif ied’’ to EPA
standards.Owner’s Maintenance Checks
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Unscrew and remove the engine oil
fill cap on top of the valve cover.
Pour in the oil slowly and caref ully so
you do not spill. Clean up any spills
immediately. Spilled oil could
damage components in the engine
compartment. Install the engine oil
f ill cap, and tighten it securely. Wait
a f ew minutes, and recheck the oil
level. Do not f ill above the upper
mark; you could damage the engine.Make sure the API Certif ication Seal
says ‘‘For Gasoline Engines’’.
Oil is major contributor to your
engine’s perf ormance and longevity.
Always use a premium-grade
detergent oil displaying the API
Certif ication Seal. This seal indicates
the oil is energy conserving, and that
it meets the American Petroleum
Institute’s latest requirements. It is
highly recommended that you use
Honda motor oil in your vehicle f or
as long as you own it.
A dding Engine Oil
Maint enance
Recommended Engine Oil
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API CERTIFICATION SEAL

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Remove the oil f ilter, and let the
remaining oil drain. A special
wrench (available from your
Honda dealer) is required.
Install a new oil f ilter according to
the instructions that come with it.Put a new washer on the drain bolt,
then reinstall the drain bolt.
Tighten it to:
Refill the engine with the
recommended oil.
Engine oil change capacity
(including f ilter):
Let the engine run f or several
minutes, then check the drain bolt
and oil f ilter f or leaks.
Open the hood, and remove the
engine oil f ill cap. Remove the oil
drain bolt and washer f rom the
bottom of the engine. Drain the oil
into an appropriate container.
Install the engine oil f ill cap. Start
the engine. The oil pressure
indicator should go out within 5
seconds. If it does not, turn of f the
engine and check your work.
2.
4. 3.5.
6.
7.
8.
Changing the Oil and Filter
Maint enance131
WASHER OIL DRAIN BOLT
OIL FILTER
33 lbf·ft (45 N·m , 4.6 kgf·m)
5.1 US qt (4.8
)

Turn of f the engine and let it sit
f or several minutes, then check
the oil level on the dipstick. If
necessary, add more oil.If the coolant level in the reserve
tank is at or below the MIN line, add
coolant to bring it up to the MAX line.
Inspect the cooling system f or leaks. If Honda antif reeze/coolant is not
available, you may use another
major-brand non-silicate coolant as a
temporaryreplacement.Makesureit
is a high-quality coolant
recommended f or aluminum engines.
Continued use of any non-Honda
coolant can result in corrosion,
causing the cooling system to
malf unction or f ail. Have the cooling
system f lushed and ref illed with
Honda antif reeze/coolant as soon as
possible.
Always use Honda All Season
Antif reeze/Coolant Type 2. This
coolant is pre-mixed with 50 percent
antif reeze and 50 percent water.
Never add straight antifreeze or
plain water.
9.
Changing the Oil and Filter, Engine Coolant
Maint enance
A dding Engine Coolant
132
NOTICE:
RESERVE TANK
MAX MIN
Improper disposal of engine
oil can be harmf ul to the environment.
If you change your own oil, please
dispose of the used oil properly. Put it
in a sealed container, and take it to a
recycling center. Do not discard it in a
trash bin or dump it on the ground.

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Panel Brightness Control . 49
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Parking Brake .67
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Parking Lights .48
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PGM-FI System .186
Power ..................................
Door Locks .54
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Engine, Specif ications . 180
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Mirrors .66
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Windows .59
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Power Door Locks .54
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Power Socket Location . 70..............................
Power Windows .59
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Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts . 14
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Protecting Adults and Teens . 10
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Additional Safety Precautions . 15
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Advice f or Pregnant Women . 14
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Protecting Children .22
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General Guidelines .22
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Protecting Larger Children . 30
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Protecting Small Children . 26
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Maintenance .119
Owner’s Maintenance ...................................
Checks .122
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Record .125
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Schedule .121
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Maintenance Required Indicator . 43
.
Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 41,167
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Manual Transmission . 114
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Manual Transmission Fluid . 134
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Meters, Gauges .44
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Mirrors, Adjusting .66
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Modif ying Your Vehicle . 106
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New Vehicle Break-in . 100
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Normal Shif t Speeds .115
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NOTICE, Explanation of . ii
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Numbers, Identif ication . 178
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Octane Requirement, Gasoline . 100
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Odometer .44 ...............................
Odometer, Trip .44
Oil ........................
Change, How to .130
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Change, When to .121
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Checking Engine .103
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Pressure Indicator . 40,166
Selecting Proper Viscosity ......................................
Chart .130
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ON (Ignition Key Position) . 53
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Opening the Trunk .54
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Outside Mirrors .66
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Overheating, Engine .163
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Radiator Overheating . 163
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Radio Sound System .78
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Readiness Codes . 167,188
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Rear Lights, Bulb Replacement . 141
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Rear View Mirror .66
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Reclining the Seat-backs . 58
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Recommended Shif t Speeds . 115
Recovery Vehicle, Emergency .......................................
Towing .176
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Reminder Lights .40
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Remote Transmitter .56
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Service Inf ormat ion Summary
Gasoline:
Fuel Tank Capacity:Brake Fluid:Tire Pressure (measured cold):
SpareTirePressure:
Recommended Engine Oil: 6-speed Manual Transmission
Fluid:
1.7 US qt (1.6
) 60psi(420kPa,4.2kgf/cm)
32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm
)
32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm
)
5.1 US qt (4.8
)
Premium unleaded gasoline,
pump octane number of 91 or
higher.
Oil change capacity (including
filter):
Honda Manual Transmission
Fluid preferred, or an SAE 10W-30
or 10W-40 motor oil as a
temporary replacement (see page
).
Capacity:
Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid
DOT 3 preferred, or a DOT 3 or
DOT 4 brake fluid as a temporary
replacement (see page ). Front:
Rear:
API premium grade 10W-30
detergent oil (see page ). Front:
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13.2 US gal (50)