2008 HONDA S2000 oil viscosity

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Aggressive driving (hard
acceleration and braking)
Excessive idling, accelerating and
braking in stop-and-go traf f ic
Cold engine operation (engines
aremoreefficientwhenwarmed
up)
Driving with a heavy load or the
air conditioner running
Improperly inf lated tires
The f ollowing f actors can lower your
vehicle’s f uel economy:
A properly maintained vehicle
maximizes f uel economy. Poor
maintenance can signif icantly reduce
f uel economy. Always maintain your
vehicle according to the maintenance
messages displayed on the
inf ormation display (see
on page ).
For example: Rapid
acceleration, abrupt cornering,
and hard braking increase fuel
consumption.
Aerodynamic drag has a big ef f ect
on f uel mileage at speeds above 45
mph (75 km/h). Reduce your
speed and you reduce the drag.
Trailers, car top carriers, roof
racks and bike racks are also big
contributors to increased drag.
If your vehicle has a
manual transmission, you can
boost your f uel economy by up
shif ting as early as possible.
Idling
results in 0 miles per gallon.
An under-inf lated tire increases
‘‘rolling resistance,’’ which reduces
f uel economy.
It puts a heavier
load on the engine, increasing f uel
consumption.
In
particular, a build-up of snow or
mud on your vehicle’s underside
adds weight and rolling resistance.
Frequent cleaning helps your f uel
economy.
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Fuel Economy Factors Use the recommended viscosity
motor oil, displaying the A PI
Certif ication Seal (see page
).
Improving Fuel Economy Owner’s
Maintenance Checks Drive moderately
Observe the speed limit
Always drive in the highest gear
possible
Avoid excessive idling
Maintain proper tire inf lation
A void carrying excess weight in
your vehicle
K eep your vehicle clean
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Vehicle Maint enance Drive Ef f icient ly
Fuel Economy
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The oil’s viscosity or weight is
provided on the container’s label.
Select the oil f or your vehicle
according to this chart.
An oil with a viscosity of 10W-30 is
pref erred f or optimum f uel economy
and year-round protection in your
vehicle. You may use 5W-40 oil if the
temperature in your area goes below
0°F ( 20°C).
Your vehicle does not require any oil
additives. Additives may adversely
af f ect the engine or transmission
perf ormance and durability.
You may use a synthetic motor oil if
it meets the same requirements
given f or a conventional motor oil: it
displays the API Certif ication Seal,
and it is the proper weight. You must
f ollow the oil and f ilter change
intervals shown on the information
display.
Always change the oil and f ilter
according to the maintenance
messages shown on the inf ormation
display. The oil and f ilter collect
contaminants that can damage your
engine if they are not removed
regularly.
Run the engine until it reaches
normal operating temperature,
then shut it off.
Changing the oil and f ilter requires
special tools and access f rom
underneath the vehicle. The vehicle
should be raised on a service station-
type hydraulic lif t f or this service.
Unless you have the knowledge and
proper equipment, you should have
this maintenance done by a skilled
mechanic.
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CONT INUED
Synthetic Oil
Engine Oil A dditives
Changing the Oil and Filter
A dding Engine Oil, Changing the Oil and Filter
Maint enance
171
Ambient Temperature
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Check the f luid level with the
transmission at normal operating
temperature and the vehicle sitting
on level ground. Remove the
transmission f iller bolt, and caref ully
f eel inside the bolt hole with your
f inger. The f luid level should be up
to the edge of the bolt hole. If it is
not, add Honda Manual
Transmission Fluid (MTF) until it
starts to run out of the hole. Install
the f iller bolt, and tighten it securely.If you are not sure how to check and
add f luid, contact your dealer.
The transmission should be drained
and ref illed with new f luid according
to the intervals shown on the
inf ormation display.
If Honda MTF is not available, you
may use an SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40
viscosity motor oil with the API
Certif ication seal that says ‘‘FOR
GASOLINE ENGINES’’ as a
temporary replacement. However,
motor oil does not contain the proper
additives, and continued use can
cause stiffer shifting. Replace as
soon as it is convenient.
Put a new washer on the f iller bolt,
then reinstall the f iller bolt and
tighten it securely.
Manual T ransmission Fluid
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CORRECT LEVEL
FILLER BOLT
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Use an SAE 90 viscosity hypoid gear
oil, API service classif ied GL5 or
GL6 only.
Put a new washer on the f iller bolt,
then reinstall the f iller bolt. Tighten
it securely. Tightening torque:
If you are not sure how to check and
add f luid, contact your dealer.
Check the f luid level with the
dif f erential at normal operating
temperature and the vehicle sitting
on level ground. Remove the
dif f erential f luid f iller bolt and
washer, and caref ully f eel inside the
bolt hole with your f inger. The f luid
level should be up to the edge of the
bolt hole. If it is not, slowly add f luid
until it starts to run out of the hole. The dif f erential should be drained
and ref illed with new f luid according
to the intervals shown on the
inf ormation display.
Dif f erential Fluid
Maint enance
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CORRECT LEVEL
FILLER BOLT
WASHER
34 lbf·ft (46 N·m , 4.7 kgf·m)
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CONT INUED
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Interior Lights .92
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Introduction .i
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Keys .62 ..................................
Maintenance .159
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Minder .160
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Minder Indicator .50
Owner’s Maintenance
...................................
Checks .167
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Saf ety .160
.
Malf unction Indicator Lamp .47,225
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Manual Transmission .147
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Manual Transmission Fluid .176
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Meters, Gauges .53
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Methanol in Gasoline .128
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Mirrors, Adjusting .87
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Modif ying Your Vehicle .137
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Jacking Up the Vehicle .202
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Jack, Tire .201
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Jump Starting .214
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Label, Certif ication .232
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Lane Change, Signaling .59
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Lap/Shoulder Belts .12,17
Lights
....................
Bulb Replacement .179
..................................
Turn Signal .59
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Load Limits .139
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LOCK (Ignition Key Position) .64
Locks
.......
Anti-thef t Steering Column .64
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Fuel Fill Door .129 .................................
Power Door .65
...........................................
Trunk .65
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Low Coolant Level .132
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Low Fuel Indicator .49
...
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .46,218
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Lubricant Specif ications Chart .234
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Luggage, Storing (Cargo) .138 ..................
New Vehicle Break-in .128
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Normal Shif t Speeds .148
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NOTICE, Explanation of .i
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Numbers, Identif ication .232
...
Octane Requirement, Gasoline .128
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Odometer .53
...............................
Odometer, Trip .53
Oil
........................
Change, How to .171
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Change, When to .161
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Checking Engine .131
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Pressure Indicator .46,218
Selecting Proper Viscosity
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Chart .171
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ON (Ignition Key Position) .64
Onboard Ref ueling Vapor
....................................
Recovery .242
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Opening the Trunk .65
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Outside Mirrors .87
Index
M N
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L K J
INDEX
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Unexpected, Taking Care
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of the .199
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Unif orm Tire Quality Grading .236
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Unleaded Gasoline .128
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Used Oil, How to Dispose of .173 .................
Vehicle Capacity Load .139
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Vehicle Dimensions .234
....
Vehicle Identif ication Number .232
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA)
....................................
System .152
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VSA System Indicator .50
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VSA Activation Indicator .50
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VSA Of f Switch .153
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Vehicle Storage .197
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Ventilation .98,102
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VIN .232
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Viscosity, Oil .171
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WARNING, Explanation of .iii
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Warning Labels, Location of .42
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Warranty Coverages .249
Washer, Windshield
........
Checking the Fluid Level .175
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Operation .58
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Wheels .188
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Alignment and Balance .192
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Wrench, Nut .202
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Tire, How to Change a Flat .201
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Tire Labeling .238
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
..................................
(TPMS) .154
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Low Tire Pressure Indicator .154
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TPMS Indicator .155
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Tire Repair Kit .206
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Tires .188
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Air Pressure .190
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Balancing .191
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Chains .194
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Checking Wear .190,192
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Compact Spare Tire .200
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DOT Tire Quality Grading .236
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Inf lation .189
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Inspection .190
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Repairing .206
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Replacing .193
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Rotation, Do not .192
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Snow .194
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Specif ications .235
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Summer Tire .194
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Wear .190
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Tools, Tire Changing .201
Towing
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A Trailer, Do Not .153 ................
Emergency Wrecker .228
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Trailer, Do Not Tow a .153
Transmission
Checking Fluid Level, Manual .........................
Transmission .176
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Fluid Selection .176
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Identif ication Number .233
Shif ting the Manual
.........................
Transmission .147
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Treadwear .236
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Trip Meter .53
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Trunk .65
........
Emergency Trunk Opener .66
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Opening the .65
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Open Monitor Indicator .47
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Turn Signals .59
Index
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Service Inf ormation Summary
Gasoline:
Fuel Tank Capacity:Tire Pressure (measured cold):
SpareTirePressure:
Recommended Engine Oil: Manual Transmission Fluid:
Brake Fluid:
Differential Fluid:
60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/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):
Front:
Rear:
Front:
Honda Manual Transmission
Fluid preferred, or an SAE 10W-30
or 10W-40 motor oil as a
temporary replacement (see page
).
Capacity: 1.7 US qt (1.6
)
API premium grade 10W-30
detergent oil (see page ). 13.2 US gal (50
)
Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid
DOT 3 preferred, or a DOT 3 or
DOT 4 brake fluid as a temporary
replacement (see page ).
SAE 90 viscosity hypoid gear oil.
API service classified GL5 or GL6
only(seepage).
Fluid change capacity:0.78 US qt (0.74
)
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