Hi all,

I recently purchased my S2000 (yay!) and my car is approaching the 36k mark and I was wondering if there are any MUST TSBs I must perform.

Luckily my friend is a mechanic at Honda so he'll be able to lookup what TSBs have been done under the VIN #, but I was looking to see if there's anything essential that needs to be done before I past the warranty period.

Your input is appreciated, thank you.

 

Anyone know?

 

Bulletins for 2000 Honda S2000 L4-1997cc 2.0L DOHC (VTEC) MFI

Safety Recalls
TSB Number Issue Date TSB Title
00-078 OCT 00 Recall - Seat Belt Retractor Sensor Replacement
00-020 FEB 00 Recall - Convertible Top Cover

General Recalls
TSB Number Issue Date TSB Title
02-042 JUL 02 Campaign - Spark Replacement

Service Bulletins
TSB Number Issue Date TSB Title
00-049 APR 03 Antitheft System - Type 2 System Operation/Programming
01-008 APR 03 Body - Driver Window Won't Go All The Way Down
98-011 APR 03 Keyless Entry - Transmitter ID/Programming
03-023 APR 03 Body - Convertible Top Creaks/Pops/Rattles on Rough Road
03-020 MAR 03 Engine Controls/Emissions - OBD II DTC's & Monitors
03-014 FEB 03 Body - Convertible Top Cover Snap Broken
02-065 NOV 02 Body - Convertible Top Won't Open Properly
02-063 OCT 02 Drivetrain - Vibration From Rear on Acceleration
02-052 AUG 02 Restraint System - Occupant Detection Initialization
02-046 JUL 02 M/T - Difficult Reverse/5th Gear Selection
00-054 NOV 01 M/T - Buzz/Rattle on Deceleration
98-061 NOV 01 A/T - In-Warranty Exchange Program
99-078 OCT 01 Vehicle - PDI & New Model Information
00-088 AUG 01 Brake Discs - Refinishing Guidelines
00-055 JUN 01 M/T - Grinds Shifting Into 2nd Gear at High RPMs
00-064 MAY 01 Body - Windshield Molding Deformed
01-037 MAY 01 Body - Convertible Top Rattle/Wind Noise
01-029 MAY 01 Engine Controls - DTC Capture and Downloading
01-038 MAR 01 Convertible Top Cover - Comes Loose
00-054 DEC 00 Engine/Transmission - Buzzing on Deceleration
00-099 DEC 00 Wiring Terminal - Repair Instructions
00-088 NOV 00 Brake Rotor - Refinishing Guidelines
00-083 OCT 00 Heater Unit - Water Drips Onto Passenger's Carpet
00-089 OCT 00 Supplemental Restraint System - Inspection
00-048 SEP 00 Convertible Top Rear Window Replacement - Manual Update
00-063 AUG 00 Special Tool - Chassis EAR™, Diagnostic Tool
00-057 JUL 00 CD Player - Sound Cuts Out at High Volume
99-053 JUN 00 Immobilizer Key - Key Code Duplicator
00-050 JUN 00 Accessory Floor Mat - Anchor Moves From Side to Side
99-018 APR 00 Required Special Tools And Equipment,
00-037 APR 00 Convertable Top Rear Window - Creased, Cloudy, Scratched
98-019 MAR 00 Audio Unit - Warranty Exhange/Out of Warranty Repair
00-015 MAR 00 Audio Unit with CD Player/Changer - Error Codes
00-032 MAR 00 Paint Codes
00-022 MAR 00 Torque Converter Oil Seal - Installation Tool
97-015 DEC 99 Service Publications - Availability & Ordering
98-031 NOV 99 Aftermarket On Board Diagnostic (OBD) || Tester
99-062 OCT 99 Paint Damage From Environmental Fallout
99-030 MAY 99 Recommended Materials
98-051 AUG 98 Special Tool Loan Program

Hope that helps.

 

Congratulations, you've bought a great car. The spark plug TSB is important. Check your owners manual section that describes proper spark plug torque. If there is a sticker applied over the original text, then you have had the TSB done. The seat belt recall is very invasive. I have not had mine done for 2 reasons. The seat belts will work untill the retractors jam. In other words, you will know when they fail. And Honda is required to replace this item for the life of the car. If you do not live in a hot climate or if you garage your car, they may never fail. The alternative is to have the dealer remove the seats and everything behind them up to the trunk. They will never get it back together like the factory. I have had none of the other TSB's performed and have not had a lick of trouble in over 3 years of ownership. After reading many posts about MY 01 and 02 probems, I'm convinced the "old hands" were on the line in 2000 and then were replaced with less experienced assemblers. Again, you've got a great car, enjoy it.

 

Thanks all.

Billlo, that was exactly what I was looking for. Thanks for the congrats and good looking out!

 

00-020 FEB 00 Recall - Convertible Top Cover

What exactally is this?

 

What do all the items under the "Service Bulletin" mean? Just things people have complained about, or do I need to have each of those checked out?
gmoore

 

[QUOTE]Originally posted by ROLLININMYS2000
00-020 FEB 00 Recall - Convertible Top Cover

 

[QUOTE]Originally posted by ROLLININMYS2000
00-020 FEB 00 Recall - Convertible Top Cover

 

They are the actual bulletin numbers for each. TSBs are designed to help the service technicians track down, diagnose and repair items that are giving them difficulty, a reference guide. According to Honda, they are not treated as a recall - must do. These are taken at an individual basis. If you are still under the 36k warranty mark, AND you show evidence of the need for the bulletins to be performed, THEN they will do the work - possibly making you wait to speak directly to the "factory rep" who works an entire region and will not be near you for at least a week!

Oh....was I going off? Well, this has happened to me and numerous others. If you find a dealer to do these without treating you like a criminal, let me know.

Peace,
Hockey