hi every1.. just got my S about 1 month ago and its at 44500..since i didnt get an owners manual, can anyone tell me what they do in a 45k checkup.. Does everyone here go through their minor, intermediate, and major check-ups? thanks

 

I would just change all fluids, check the cabin and air filter and change if needed.

 

id do a major service

 

what does a major service consist of and why would he need one so soon?

 

consists of new engine and transmission, who knows what the previous owner did to damage the car

 

I agree, I'd at least change the oil, transmission and differential fluids. Make sure you do a search on here and make sure you use the proper fluids. The Honda dealers are notorious for using the wrong differential fluid and blowing up differentials. There is no OEM fluid, they use third party stuff. Some dealers don't realize this and use the Honda CRV stuff which will kill the s2000 differential.

Pick a 10w30 motor oil of your choice, unless you have shitfing issues, I'd stick with HONDA MTF for the tranny, and for the differential most people here recommend either Mobil 1 75w90 Gear Oil or LE 607 which is a true 90W. The LE stuff is what our local oil expert recommends in the group, but it has to be ordered online for the most part.

If you are somewhat mechancial you can do it all yourself. There is write-ups on this site with pictures of everything. I'd definitely do all the fluids though as you don't know how long the tranny and diff have had that fluid in it, it might be original. OR EVEN WORSE, SOMEONE COULD HAVE PUT THE WRONG STUFF IN IT. For some peace of mind, go ahead and change out all the fluids. For the fun of it you could even send in a sample of one or all of the fluids to blackstone labs (another regular name around here) and get a breakdown of how your car is running.

Take good care of her and she'll take good care of you. The car is reliable if you are careful with it, or extremely expensive if you neglect her. Be careful with your shifting unless your really experianced at it, you don't want any mis-shifts. You'll love the car! Post some pics!

Hope it helps,

- J

 

I'd buy an owner's manual.

 

If you join OwnerLink, it'll list out all your scheduled maintanence miles/periods and what needs to be done at that time.

 

15400-PCX-004 FILTER HP7523 -Oil filter
17220-PCX-003 ELEMEN HP6232 -Air filter
202 SUPERC -Fuel cleaner
76622-S2A-003 RUB, B HP6241 -Wiper refill
76622-S30-G01 RUB, B HP5413 -Wiper refill
16708 WASHER -Window cleaner
9410914000 WASHER -Drain plug gasket
12040-PCX-305 GASKET HP6231 -Valve cover gasket
SUPER-X BRAKE -Brake cleaner


Advantages of working at Honda. =)

 

thanks IGlow