2005 HONDA S2000 headlights

Your Vehicle at a Glance
Your Vehicle at a Glance
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HOOD RELEASE
HANDLE
DOOR LOCK
SWITCH
POWER WINDOW
SWITCHES
MIRROR
CONTROLSROOF SWITCH AUDIO SYSTEM
HAZARD WARNING BUTTON
(P.48)
(P.102)
(P.54) (P.59)
(P.66) (P.78)
(P.49)
(P.62)
HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS
WINDSHIELD WIPERS/
WASHERS
REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON
(P.50)
(P.47)
DRIVER’S FRONT
AIRBAG
(P.9, 19) PASSENGER’S FRONT
AIRBAG
(P. 9,19 )
HEATING AND
AIR CONDITIONING
(P. 74)

Your Vehicle at a Glance
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ENGINE START BUTTON
HEADLIGHTS/
TURN SIGNALSHOOD RELEASE HANDLE HORNWINDSHIELD WIPERS/
WASHERS
REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER
BUTTON
REMOTE AUDIO CONTROLS
(P.93)
(P.48) (P.102) (P.95) (P.
47)
(P.50)
(P.49)
CLOCK SET
BUTTON INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS
(P.114) (P.45)
CRUISE CONTROL MASTER BUTTON (P.
95)
CRUISE CONTROL

This section gives inf ormation about
the controls and displays that
contribute to the daily operation of
your vehicle. All the essential
controls are within easy reach............................
Control Locations .38
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Instrument Panel .39
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Instrument Panel Indicators . 40
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Gauges .44
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Odometer .44
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Trip meter .44
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Select Button .44
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Fuel Gauge .45
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Temperature Gauge . 45
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Clock .45
Controls Near the Steering ...........................................
Wheel .46
Windshield Wipers and .......................................
Washers .47
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Turn Signal and Headlights . 48
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Instrument Panel Brightness . 49
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Hazard Warning Button . 49
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Rear Window Def ogger . 50
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Keys and Locks .51
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Immobilizer System .52
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Ignition Switch .53
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Power Door Locks .54
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Trunk .54
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Emergency Trunk Opener . 55
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Remote Transmitter .56
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Seats .58 ..............................
Power Windows .59
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Convertible Top .61
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Mirrors .66
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Parking Brake .67
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Interior Convenience Items . 68
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Beverage Holder .69
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Accessory Power Socket . 69
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Console Compartments . 69
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Audio Panel .70
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Interior Light .71
Instruments and Controls
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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The lef t 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 f lash.This indicator comes on f or a f ew
seconds when you turn the ignition
switch to ON (II). It will then go of f
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 comes on with the
high beam headlights. For more
inf ormation, see page .
This indicator comes on when you
turn the ignition switch to ON (II)
with the headlight switch off and the
parking brake set. It should go of f if
youturnontheheadlightsorrelease
the parking brake. If it comes on at
any other time, it means there is a
problem with the DRL. There may
also be a problem with the high
beam headlights. This indicator also blinks several
times when you turn the ignition
switch f rom ON (II) to ACCESSORY
(I) or LOCK (0).
This indicator comes on as a
reminder that you must ref uel soon.
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48
Canadian models only
Instrument Panel Indicators
Turn Signal and
Hazard Warning
Indicators
Immobilizer System
Indicator
High Beam Indicator
‘‘Daytime Running
Lights’’ Indicator
Low Fuel Indicator
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Î
ÎTo use the horn, press the pad around the ‘‘H’’ logo.
Controls Near the Steering Wheel
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REMOTE AUDIO
CONTROLS
HOOD RELEASE
HANDLEINSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS
HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS
ENGINE START BUTTON
HORNWINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS
REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON
(P.48)
(P.93)
(P.102)
(P.95) (P.
47)
(P.50)
(P.49)
CRUISE CONTROL MASTER BUTTON CRUISE CONTROL
(P.95)
(P.114)

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Push down on the
lef t lever to signal a lef t 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
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 f rom the ignition switch,
you will hear a reminder buzzer
when you open the driver’s door. Push the lever
f orward until you hear a click to turn
on the high beams. The blue high
beam indicator will come on (see
page ). Pull the lever back to
return to the low beams.
To f lash 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.
The headlights revert to normal
operation when you turn them on
with the switch. With the headlight switch off, the
high beam headlights come on with
reduced brightness when you turn
the ignition switch to ON (II) and
release the parking brake. They
remain on until you turn the ignition
switch of f , even if you set the
parking brake.
Turn Signal
Of f
Parking and indicator lights
Headlights on
High beams
Flashhighbeams
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
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Canadian models only
Turn Signal
Headlights On
High Beams
Daytime Running L ights
Turn Signal and Headlights
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Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).
Move the selector switch to L
(driver’s side) or R (passenger’s
side).
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 of f the roof . Spraying high-
pressure 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.
The inside mirror has day and night
positions. The night position reduces
glare f rom headlights behind you.
Flip the tab on the bottom edge of
the mirror to select the day or night
position. Keeptheinsideandoutsidemirrors
clean and adjusted f or best visibility.
Be sure to adjust the mirrors bef ore
you start driving. 1.
2. A djusting the Power Mirrors
To reduce the possibility of leaks: Mirrors
Convertible Top, Mirrors
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TAB SELECTOR SWITCH
ADJUSTMENT SWITCH

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Your authorized 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, all
maintenance services should 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 f ill the f uel tank. See
page .
Engine coolant level Check the
radiator reserve tank every time
you f ill the f uel tank. 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 . Brakes and clutch Check the
f luid level monthly. See page . 103
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Maintenance Schedule
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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