Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2009 Honda S2000 BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | 4.00 OZS. | 0.11 L | PAG 46 | S | |||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 1.40 LBS. | 0.63 KG | R-134a | S | |||
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | HONDA DOT 3 Brake Fluid | Use DOT 4 as a temporary replacement. | S | ||
| Differential Gear Oil | Drain and Refill | 0.78 QTS. | 0.73 L | API - GL-5 or GL-6, SAE 90W Hypoid Gear Oil | S | ||
| Differential Gear Oil | Total Capacity | 0.81 QTS. | 0.76 L | API - GL-5 or GL-6, SAE 90W Hypoid Gear Oil | S | ||
| Engine Coolant | Drain and Refill | 1.72 GALS. | 6.51 L | HONDA Long-life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2 | This coolant is pre-mixed with 50/50 antifreeze and water. Never add straight antifreeze or plain water. Includes: the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the engine. | S | |
| Engine Coolant | Total Capacity | 2.01 GALS. | 7.6 L | HONDA Long-life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2 | This coolant is pre-mixed with 50/50 antifreeze and water. Never add straight antifreeze or plain water. | S | |
| Engine Oil | Drain and Refill,w/Filter | 5.10 QTS. | 4.82 L | API - SAE 10W-30 | Excluding the oil remaining in the engine. You may use SAE 5W-40 oil if the temperature in your area goes below 0Deg.F (-20Deg.C). You may use a synthetic motor oil if it displays the API Certification Seal, and it is the proper weight. | S | |
| Engine Oil | Drain and Refill,w/o Filter | 4.80 QTS. | 4.54 L | API - SAE 10W-30 | Excluding the oil remaining in the engine. You may use SAE 5W-40 oil if the temperature in your area goes below 0Deg.F (-20Deg.C). You may use a synthetic motor oil if it displays the API Certification Seal, and it is the proper weight. | S | |
| Engine Oil | Total Capacity | 5.90 QTS. | 5.58 L | API - SAE 10W-30 | You may use SAE 5W-40 oil if the temperature in your area goes below 0Deg.F (-20Deg.C). You may use a synthetic motor oil if it displays the API Certification Seal, and it is the proper weight. | S | |
| Fuel Tank | 13.20 GALS. | 49.96 L | S | ||||
| Manual Transmission Fluid | Drain and Refill | 1.60 QTS. | 1.51 L | HONDA Manual Transmission Fluid | Use SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 viscosity motor oil as a temporary replacement with API Certification seal that says "FOR GASOLINE ENGINES". Motor oils SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 do not contain the proper additives, and continued use can cause stiffer shifting. Replace as soon as it is convenient. | S | |
| Manual Transmission Fluid | Total Capacity | 1.70 QTS. | 1.6 L | HONDA Manual Transmission Fluid | Use SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 viscosity motor oil as a temporary replacement with API Certification seal that says "FOR GASOLINE ENGINES". Motor oils SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 do not contain the proper additives, and continued use can cause stiffer shifting. Replace as soon as it is convenient. | S | |
| Windshield Washer Fluid | 2.60 QTS. | 2.46 L | All Weather Windshield Washer Fluid | Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio. | S | ||
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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