2009 Honda S2000 Owner's Manual - Page 204

Main Menu Table Of Contents Changing a Flat Tire Except CR models If you have a flat tire while driving, stop in a safe place to change it. Drive slowly along the shoulder until you get to an exit or an area to stop that is far away from the traffic lanes. The size difference may also cause damage to the rear differential, so do not mount the compact spare on the rear. If either rear tire goes flat, remove the front tire on that same side, mount the compact spare tire on the front, then mount the front tire on the rear. CR models TOOL BOX LID The vehicle can easily roll off the jack, seriously injuring anyone underneath. Follow the directions for changing a tire exactly, and never get under the vehicle when it is supported only by the jack. The compact spare tire is smaller than a standard tire, which will affect the vehicle's handling. Drive cautiously when this spare is mounted on your vehicle. Your vehicle is equipped with the tire repair kit instead of the spare tire. This kit is available for easy repair of a flat tire (see page 206 ). 1. Park the vehicle on firm, level, and non-slippery ground. Put the transmission in reverse. Apply the parking brake. 2. Turn on the hazard warning lights, and turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (0) position. Have your passenger get out of the vehicle while you change the tire. JACK 3. Open the trunk. Lift up the tool box lid, and take the jack, the wheel nut wrench, and the extension out of the tool box. Taking Care of the Unexpected Use the jack that came with your vehicle. If you try to raise another vehicle with this jack or use another jack to raise your vehicle, the vehicle or jack can be damaged. CONTINUED 2009 S2000 201