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2001 Honda S2000 Problems
AC Expansion Valve May Cause Whistling Sound When AC is Turned On
A problem can occur with a vibrating expansion valve in the AC system which causes a whistling noise from the passengers vent. Replacing the expansion valve with an updated valve from Honda should repair this problem.
11 Reports
S2000 tire wear
The S2000 is set up with aggressive alignment settings and soft tire compounds to enhance handling. These alignment settings and soft tire compounds result in tires wearing out earlier than anticipated. This is a compromise made to have a car with exceptional handling characteristics.
9 Reports
Manual transmission may pop out of forth gear
Some S2000's can develop a problem with the transmission popping out of fourth gear. A new updated fourth and fifth gear assembly will repair the problem. The transmission will have to be removed and disassembled for this repair.
9 Reports
High speed hesitation due to failed MAP sensor
The MAP sensor contacts can shift at high RPM causing a hesitation. Replacing the MAP sensor will repair the problem.
6 Reports
Buzzing from transmission on deceleration due to normal gear backlash
A buzzing from the transmission when decelerating from 3,000 to 4,000 RPM can be caused by normal gear backlash noise in the transmission. Honda has an updated clutch disc to help reduce the noise.
3 Reports
Air pump overheating due to faulty relay
A faulty relay can cause the air pump to overheat and set a check engine light. Replacing the relay will fix this issue.
3 Reports
Difficulty shifting due to moisture in shifter housing
Moisture in the shifter housing can cause difficulty in selecting reverse or fifth gear. Removing cleaning and lubricating the shift lever will repair this problem.
2 Reports