2005 HONDA S2000 coolant temperature

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The clock displays the time with the
ignition switch in the ON (II)
position.
When you f inish the minute
adjustment, press and release the
CLOCK button. The hour display
will blink. Adjust the hour by
pressing the or button. Press and hold the CLOCK button
until the minute display blinks.
Adjusttheminutebypressingthe or button.
Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).
To set the clock:
When you f inish all the
adjustments, press the CLOCK
button again.
This shows how much f uel you have.
It may show slightly more or less
than the actual amount.
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 saf ely to the side of
the road. See page f or
instructions and precautions on
checking the engine’s cooling
system.1.
2.
3.
4.
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Gauges
Clock
Fuel Gauge T emperature Gauge
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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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.

Air conditioning places an extra load
on the engine. Watch the engine
coolant temperature gauge (see page). If it moves near the red zone,
turn of f the A/C until the gauge
reads normally.
Turn on the A/C by pressing the
button. The indicator in the button
comesonwhenafanspeedis
selected.
Make sure the temperature is set
to maximum cool.
Select .
If the outside air is humid, select
Recirculation mode. If the outside
air is dry, select Fresh Air mode.
Set the f an to the desired speed. you can
cool it down more rapidly by partially
opening the windows, turning on the
A/C, and setting the fan to
maximum speed in Fresh Air mode.
Air flows from the center
vents in the dashboard above the
audio system, the vents on both
sides of the instrument panel, and
f rom the f loor vents. Select this
position when you drive with the
convertible top f olded.
Select and Fresh Air mode.
Set the f an to the desired speed.
Adjust the warmth of the air with
the temperature control dial.
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 f rom the
system. Set the temperature to the lower
limit.
Make sure the A/C is of f .
Select and Fresh Air mode.
Set the f an to the desired speed.
The f low-through ventilation system
draws in outside air, circulates it
through the interior, then exhausts it
through vents behind the seat-backs.
When you select or ,
the system automatically switches to
Fresh Air mode and turns on the A/C.
Air f lows f rom the def roster
vents at the base of the windshield
and the vents on both sides of the
instrument panel. Airf low is divided between
the f loor vents and the def roster
vents at the base of the windshield,
and the vents on both sides of the
instrument panel. Air f lows f rom the f loor
vents and the vents on both sides of
the instrument panel. 1.
2.
3.
4.
1.
2.
3.1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
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If the interior is very warm,
Vents, Heating, and A/C
Using the A /C
Using the Heater Ventilation
76

Look f or any obvious coolant leaks,
such as a split radiator hose.
Everything is still extremely hot,
so use caution. If you f ind a leak, it
must be repaired bef ore you
continue driving (seeon page ).
If the temperature gauge stays at
the red mark, turn of f the engine.
If you do not see steam or spray,
leave the engine running, and
watch the temperature gauge. If
the high heat is due to overloading,
the engine should start to cool
down almost immediately. If it
does, wait until the temperature
gauge comes down to the midpoint,
then continue driving. If you see steam and/or spray
coming f rom under the hood, turn
of f the engine. Wait until you see
no more signs of steam or spray,
then open the hood. Saf ely pull to the side of the road.
Put the transmission in Neutral,
and set the parking brake. Turn
of f the all accessories, and turn on
the hazard warning indicators. If you don’t f ind an obvious leak,
check the coolant level in the
radiator reserve tank. Add coolant
if the level is below the MIN mark
(seeon
page ).
2. 1.
3. 4.
5.
6.
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134 Emergency
Towing
A dding Engine Coolant
If theEngineOverheats
168
Steam and spray from an
overheated engine can
seriously scald you.
Do not open the hood if steam
is coming out.

If there was no coolant in the
reserve tank, you may need to add
coolant to the radiator. Let the
engine cool down until the reading
reaches the middle of the
temperature gauge, or lower,
bef ore checking the radiator.Using gloves or a large heavy
cloth, turn the radiator cap
counterclockwise, without pushing
down, to the f irst stop. Af ter the
pressure releases, push down on
the cap, and turn it until it comes
off.Put the radiator cap back on
tightly. Run the engine, and watch
the temperature gauge. If it goes
back to the red mark, the engine
needs repair (see
on page ).
If the temperature stays normal,
check the coolant level in the
radiator reserve tank. If it has
gone down, add coolant to the
MAX mark. Put the cap back on
tightly.
Start the engine, and set the
temperature control dial to
maximum heat. Add coolant to the
radiator up to the base of the f iller
neck. If you do not have the
proper coolant mixture available,
you can add plain water.
Remember to have the cooling
system drained and ref illed with
the proper mixture as soon as you
can.
9. 8.
7. 10.
11.179
Emergency
Towing
If theEngineOverheats
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
169
Removing the radiator cap
while the engine is hot can
cause the coolant to spray out,
seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and
radiator cool down before
removing the radiator cap.

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DANGER, Explanation of . ii
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Dashboard .3, 38
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Daytime Running Lights . 48
Daytime Running Lights .......................................
Indicator .42
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Dead Battery .166
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Defects, Reporting Safety . 196
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Def ogger, Rear Window . 50
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Defrosting the Windows . 77
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Dif f erential Fluid .138
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Dimensions .184
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Dimming the Headlights . 48
Dipstick ..................................
Engine Oil .103
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Directional Signals .48
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Disc Brake Wear Indicators . 118
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Disposal of Used Oil .134 ...................
Do Not Tow a Trailer . 119
Doors ..............
Locking and Unlocking . 54
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Monitor Indicator .41
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Power Door Locks .54
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DOT Tire Quality Grading . 186
Downshif ting, Manual .............................
Transmission .115
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Driver and Passenger Safety . 5
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Driving .111
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Economy .104
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Driving Guidelines .112
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Economy, Fuel .104
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Emergencies .157
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Battery, Jump Starting . 166
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Brake System Indicator . 172
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Changing a Flat Tire . 159
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Charging System Indicator . 170
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Checking the Fuses . 174
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Closing the Convertible Top . 173
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Hazard Warning Flashers . 49
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Jump Starting .166
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 170
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Child Saf ety .23
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Booster Seats .32
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Child Seats .28
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Important Saf ety Reminders . 26
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Larger Children .31
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Risk with Airbags .24
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Small Children .27
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Child Seats .28
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Cleaning Seat Belts .145
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Clock .45
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Clutch Fluid .139
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CO in the Exhaust .189
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Cold Weather, Starting in . 114
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Compact Spare Tire .158
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Consumer Inf ormation . 194
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Controls, Instruments and . 37
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Convertible Top .61
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Convertible Top Cover . 63
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Lowering the Convertible Top . 61
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Maintenance .65
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Raising the Convertible Top . 64
Coolant ........................................
Adding .134
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Checking .104
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Proper Solution .134
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Temperature Gauge . 45Crankcase Emission Control
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System .189
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Cruise Control Indicator . 41
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Cruise Control Operation . 95
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Cup Holder .69
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Customer Service Of f ice . 194
Index
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CONT INUED
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Fan, Interior .75
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Features .73
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Filling the Fuel Tank . 101
Filters .........................
Dust and Pollen .146
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Oil .132
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Flashers, Hazard Warning . 49
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Flat Tire, Changing a . 159
Fluids ..........................................
Brake .139
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Clutch .139
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Manual Transmission . 137
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Windshield Washer . 136
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FM Stereo Radio Reception . 81
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Four-way Flashers .49
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Fuel .100
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Fill Door and Cap .101
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Gauge .45
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Low Fuel Indicator .42
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Octane Requirement . 100
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Oxygenated .100 ........................
Tank, Ref ueling .101
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Fuel Economy .104
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Fuel Station Procedures . 101
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Fuses, Checking the .174
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Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 171
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Overheated Engine . 167
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Towing .179
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Emergency Brake .67
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Emergency Flashers .49
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Emergency Towing .179
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Emergency Trunk Opener . 55
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Emissions Controls .189
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Emissions Testing, State . 192
Engine ............
Adding Engine Coolant . 134
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Coolant Temperature Gauge . 45
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If It Won’t Start .164
Malf unction Indicator ................................
Lamp .41, 171
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Oil Pressure Indicator . 40,170
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Oil, What Kind to Use . 131
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Overheating .167
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Specif ications .184
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Speed Limiter .116
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Start Button .114
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Starting .114
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Ethanol in Gasoline .100
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Evaporative Emission Controls . 189
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Exhaust Fumes .35 Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat
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Belts by .14
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Gas Mileage, Improving . 104
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Gasohol .100
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Gasoline .100
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Gauge .45
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Low Fuel Indicator .42
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Octane Requirement . 100
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Tank, Ref ueling .101
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Gauges .44
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Engine Coolant Temperature . 45
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Fuel .45
Gearshif t Lever Positions ..............
Manual Transmission . 116
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating .............................
(GVWR) .108, 184
Index
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