Service Bulletin
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2002 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. – All Rights Reserved
ATB 24700 (0211)
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CUSTOMER INFORMATION:
The information in this bulletin is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment,
and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These procedures should not be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume
this bulletin applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To determine whether this information applies, contact an
authorized Honda automobile dealer.
November 26, 2002
02-065
Applies To:
2000–01 S2000 –ALL
Convertible Top Does Not Open Properly
SYMPTOM
When opening the top, the second rib may not pivot
properly, and may keep the top from opening fully.
PROBABLE CAUSE
• The hinge at the second rib of the convertible top
may need lubrication.
• The elastic bands that connect the top’s second rib
to the third rib stretch and lose their elasticity.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Lubricate the hinges at the second support rib (if
needed), and replace the elastic bands.
PARTS INFORMATION
Elastic Band Plate:
P/N 86021-S2A-003, H /C 6244206
(Four required)
Elastic Band:
P/N 86020-S2A-003, H /C 6244198
(Two required)
Pop Rivet (3.6mm):
P/N 86006-S2A-003, H /C 6244032
(Eight required)
White Lithium Grease Spray:
P/N 08732-0005, H/C 2963718
(One can will repair approximately 45 vehicles.)
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
In warranty: The normal warranty applies.
Operation Number: 814006
Flat Rate Time: 1.0 hour
Failed Part:
P/N 86020-S2A-003
H/C 6244198
Defect Code: 061
Contention Code: B99
Template ID: 02-065A
Skill Level:
Repair Technician
Outofwarranty:Any repair performed after warranty
expiration may be eligible for goodwill consideration by
the District Parts and Service Manager or your Zone
Office. You must request consideration, and get a
decision, before starting work.
REPAIR PROCEDURE
NOTE: Protect the interior of the car with a blanket
during this procedure.
1. Unlatch the convertible top, and open the top
approximately 12 inches.
2. Grasp the second rib of the convertible top and
pivot the second rib toward the rear of the car, then
forward again.
• If the second rib of the top does not pivot easily,
go to step 3.
• If the second rib of the top pivots easily, go to
step 4.
Pivot the second rib toward
the rear of the car, then forward.
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3. Remove the covers from the left and right pivot
point of the second rib, and lubricate the pivot point.
• If the second rib of the top still does not pivot
easily, replace the damaged components. Refer
to section 20 of the 2000–03 S2000 Service
Manual.
• If the second rib of the top now pivots easily, go
to step 4.
To prevent damage to the convertible top, place a
piece of metal or plastic between the rib and the
fabric when you cut or drill the rivets from the ribs.
4. Using a cutoff wheel or a 90-degree drill with a bit
no larger in diameter than the rivet, cut the heads
off of the eight pop rivets that secure the two elastic
bands to the second and third ribs of the
convertible top.
5. Remove the four plates that secure the elastic
bands, and remove the elastic bands.
6. Continue to drill or cut off the remaining portions of
the rivets. Be careful not to make the hole in the rib
any larger or the new pop rivet will not hold
securely.
7. Remove the rubber plugs from the ends of the
second rib, and shake the rib to remove the old pop
rivet. Reinstall the rubber plugs.
8. Install the new elastic bands with the new band
plates, and secure them with new pop rivets.
9. Remove the blanket, and vacuum the vehicle.
10. Open and close the roof several times to ensure
that the second rib of the roof is pivoting rearward
properly.
SECOND RIB SCREW
COVER
PIVOT POINT
(Lubricate.)
NOTICE
RUBBER
PLUG
BAND PLATE
(Discard.)
SECOND RIB
ELASTIC
BAND
(Discard.)
THIRD RIB
BAND PLATE
(Discard.)
Remove the old rivet debris
from inside the second rib.
PIECE OF
METAL OR
PLASTIC
NEW
BAND
PLATE
POP
RIVET
SECOND RIB
NEW ELASTIC
BAND
THIRD RIB
POP
RIVET
NEW BAND
PLATE