check engine HONDA FIT 2016 3.G Quick Guide

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Safety Precautions
Some of the most important safety precautions are listed below; however, we cannot  warn you of every conceivable hazard that can arise in performing maintenance. Only you can decide whether or not you should perform a given task.
Maintenance Safety
• 
To reduce the possibility of ire or explosion, keep cigarettes, sparks, and lames 
away from the battery and all fuel-related parts.
•  Never leave rags, towels, or other lammable objects under the hood.
•  To clean parts, use a commercially available degreaser or parts cleaner, not  gasoline.
•  Wear eye protection and protective clothing when working with the battery or 
compressed air.
•  Do not run the engine in conined spaces where carbon monoxide gas can 
accumulate.
Vehicle Safety
•  The vehicle must be stationary, and parked on level ground with the parking 
brake set and the engine off.
•  Be aware that hot parts can burn you. •  Be aware that moving parts can injure you.
Improperly maintaining this vehicle or failing to correct a problem before  driving can cause a crash in which you can be seriously hurt or killed.  Always follow the inspection and maintenance recommendations according to the schedules in this guide.
WARNING
Failure to properly follow maintenance instructions and precautions can cause you to be seriously hurt or killed. Always follow the procedures and precautions in this guide.
WARNING
Learn about basic maintenance that you can perform on the vehicle yourself, as well  as information about how to best maintain the vehicle.
MAINTENANCEMaintenance Minder™
When maintenance is due, the Maintenance Minder indicator comes on and a
message appears on the display every time you turn the vehicle on. Press the select/reset knob to change displays. See the service code table on page 114 to check which items need maintenance 
based on the main and sub items shown in the display.
Maintenance Minder indicatorMain items
Sub items
Maintenance Minder display
•  Independent of the Maintenance Minder information, replace the brake luid every  3 years.
•  Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000 km).
•  Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if they are noisy.
U.S. models
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of emissions control devices and systems may be done by any automotive repair establishment or individuals using parts that
are certied to EPA standards. According to state and federal regulations, failure to perform maintenance on the
maintenance main items marked with # will not void your emissions warranties.
However, all maintenance services should be performed in accordance with the 
intervals indicated by the multi-information display.

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Maintenance Minder Service Codes
These codes indicate what services are due on your vehicle.
*1: If a message SERVICE does not appear more than 12 months after the display is reset, change the engine oil every year.
#: See information on maintenance and emissions warranty.
CODEMaintenance Main Items
A
Replace engine oi l*1
B
Replace engine oil and oil lter
Inspect front and rear brakes/service as necessary
Check parking brake adjustment
Inspect tie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots
Inspect suspension component s
Inspect driveshaft boot s
Inspect brake hoses and lines (Including ABS/VSA)
Inspect all uid levels and condition of uids
Inspect exhaust system #
Inspect fuel lines and connections #
*2:If you drive in dusty conditions, replace the air cleaner element every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).*3:If you drive primarily in urban areas with high concentrations of soot in the air from industryand diesel-powered vehicles, replace the dust and pollen lter every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
CODEMaintenance Sub Items
1
Rotate tires
2Replace air cleaner element *2
Replace dust and pollen lte r*3
Inspect drive belt
3
Replace transmission uid
4Replace spark plugs
Inspect valve clearance
5
Replace engine coolan t
Under the Hood
Opening the Hood
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface, and set the
parking brake.
2. Pull the hood release handle under the lower left corner of the dashboard.
3. Push up the hood latch lever in the center of the hood to release the lock mechanism, and open the hood.
4. Remove the support rod from the clamp using the grip. Mount the support rod in the hood.
When closing, remove the support rod, and stow it in the clamp, then gently lower the hood. Remove your hand at a height of approximately 12 inches (30 cm) and let the hood close.
Do not open the hood when the wiper arms are raised. The hood will strike the wipers, and may damage either the hood or the wipers.
NOTICE
Engine coolant reserve tank
Washer uid (blue cap)
Engine oil ll cap Engine oil dipstick (orange)
Brake uid (black cap) Battery
Radiator cap
Lever
Support rod Grip
Clamp

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Recommended Engine Oil
• Honda Genuine Motor Oil
•  Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil with an API Certication Seal on the
container
This seal indicates the oil is energy conserving and
that it meets the American Petroleum Institute’s  latest requirements. Use Honda Genuine Motor Oil or another commercial engine oil of suitable viscosity for the ambient temperature as shown.
You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certiication Seal  and is of the specied viscosity grade.
Engine Oil
Park the vehicle on level ground, and wait approximately three minutes after turning the engine off before you check the oil.
Checking the Oil
1. Remove the dipstick (orange).
2. Wipe the dipstick with a clean cloth or paper towel.
3. Insert the dipstick back all the way into its hole.
4. Remove the dipstick again, and check the level. It should be between the upper and lower marks. 
Add oil if necessary.
Ambient temperature
Upper mark Lower mark
Adding Oil
1. Unscrew and remove the engine oil ll cap.
2. Add oil slowly.
3. Reinstall the engine oil ll cap, and tighten it securely.
4. Wait for three minutes and recheck the engine oil dipstick.
Resetting the Engine Oil Life
If you change or replace the vehicle’s engine oil yourself, you must reset the  engine oil life. 1. Press the select/reset knob until the oil life  screen is displayed.
2. Press and hold the knob for 10 seconds, or until the maintenance codes and oil life blink.
3. Press and hold the knob for 5 seconds, or until the maintenance codes disappear and the engine oil life display returns to 100%.
Do not ill the engine oil above the upper mark. Overilling the engine oil can result  in leaks and engine damage.
NOTICE
Failure to reset the engine oil life after a maintenance service results in the
system showing incorrect maintenance intervals, which can lead to serious mechanical problems.
NOTICE
Engine oil ill cap

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Engine Coolant
Park the vehicle on level ground. Check the reserve tank and the coolant level in the
radiator. We recommend Honda Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2.
Checking the Reserve Tank
1. Check the amount of coolant in the reserve tank. 2. If the coolant level is below the MIN mark, add  the specied coolant until it reaches the MAX mark.
3. Inspect the cooling system for leaks.
Adding Coolant
1. Make sure the engine and radiator are cool.
2. Turn the radiator cap counterclockwise and
relieve any pressure in the coolant system. Do  not push the cap down when turning.
3. Push down and turn the radiator cap counterclockwise to remove it.
4. The coolant level should be up to the base of the 
ller neck. Add coolant if it is low.
5. Put the radiator cap back on, and tighten it fully.
6. Pour coolant into the reserve tank until it reaches the MAX mark. Put the cap back on the reserve tank.
If Honda antifreeze/coolant is not available, you may use another major brand 
non-silicate coolant as a temporary replacement. Check that it is a high quality coolant recommended for aluminum engines. Continued use of any non-Honda
coolant can result in corrosion, causing the cooling system to malfunction or fail. Have the cooling system lushed and reilled with Honda antifreeze/coolant as  soon as possible.
NOTICE
Reserve tank
MAX MIN
Radiator cap
Removing the radiator cap while the engine is hot can cause the coolant to spray out, seriously scalding you. Always let the engine and radiator cool down before removing the radiator  cap.
WARNING
Pour the uid slowly and carefully so you do not spill any. Clean up any spills immediately; they can damage components in the engine compartment.
NOTICE
Brake Fluid
The luid level should be between the MIN and MAX marks on the side of the 
reservoir. We recommend using Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3.
Pour the uid carefully. If the luid level is at or below the MIN mark, have a  dealer inspect for leaks or worn brake pads as soon as possible.
Window Washer Fluid
Check the amount of window washer luid by looking 
at the reservoir. If the washer luid level is low, ill the 
washer reservoir. Pour the washer luid carefully. Do not 
overow the reservoir.
Canadian models
If the washer luid level is low, the washer level  indicator appears (see page 27).
Do not use engine antifreeze or a vinegar/water solution in the windshield washer 
reservoir. Antifreeze can damage your vehicle’s paint. A vinegar/water solution can damage the windshield washer pump.
NOTICE
Washer reservoir
Brake luid marked DOT 5 is not compatible with your vehicle’s braking system  and can cause extensive damage.
NOTICE
MAX
MIN

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Temperature
The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s
resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested  under controlled conditions on a speciied indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce
tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The grade
C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must
meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the 
minimum required by law.
WARNING:  The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that 
is properly inlated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinlation, or  excessive loading, either separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure.
Testing of Readiness Codes
Your vehicle has “readiness codes” as part of the onboard self-diagnostic system. 
Some states refer to these codes as a test to see if your vehicle’s emissions
components are working properly. The codes may not be read if you go through the emissions testing just after the battery has gone dead or been disconnected.
To check if they are set, turn the vehicle on without starting the engine. The
malfunction indicator lamp will come on for several seconds. If it goes off, the 
readiness codes are set. If it blinks ive times, the readiness codes are not set.
If you are required to have your vehicle emissions tested before the readiness codes  are set, prepare the vehicle for retesting by doing the following: 1. Fill the gas tank to approximately 3/4 full.
2. Park the vehicle and leave the engine off for 6 hours or more.3. Make sure the ambient temperature is between 40°F and 95°F (4°C and 35°C).
4. Start the engine without touching the accelerator pedal, and let it idle for 20 seconds.
5. Keep the vehicle in Park (P) or Neutral (manual transmission). Increase the 
engine speed to 2,000 rpm, and hold it there for about 3 minutes.
6. Let the engine idle with your foot off the accelerator for 20 seconds. 7. Select a nearby, lightly traveled major highway where you can maintain a speed 
of 50 to 60 mph (80 to 97 km/h) for at least 20 minutes. Drive on the highway with 
the vehicle in Drive (D) or 5th gear (manual transmission). Do not use cruise 
control. When trafc allows, drive for 90 seconds without using the accelerator
pedal. (Vehicle speed may vary slightly; this is OK.) If you cannot do this for a continuous 90 seconds because of trafic conditions, drive for at least 30 seconds, then repeat two more times (for a total of 90 seconds).
8. Drive in city/suburban trafic for at least 10 minutes. When trafic conditions 
allow, let the vehicle coast for several seconds without using the accelerator pedal or the brake pedal.
9. Park the vehicle and leave the engine off for 30 minutes. The readiness codes are erased when the battery is disconnected, and set again  only after several days of driving under a variety of conditions. If an emissions testing facility determines that the readiness codes are not set, you 
may be requested to return at a later date to complete the test, or see your dealer.

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CUSTOMER INFORMATION
Learn about information speciic to you as a Honda customer and how to get help.
Frequently Asked Questions/Troubleshooting
Below are some frequently asked questions and troubleshooting items that you may  have about the vehicle. Q: How do I set the vehicle clock?
A: For vehicles without navigation, see page 45. For vehicles with navigation, the
time is automatically set using GPS signals.Q: Why doesn’t the vehicle start when I press the ENGINE START/STOP button?*
A:   The brake pedal must be pressed to start the engine.
Q: What is the AUTO* setting on my headlight lever?
A: When in the AUTO position, the vehicle’s exterior lights will automatically turn
  on or off depending on the ambient lighting.Q: Why won’t the driver’s door unlock when I grab the door handle, even though 
  the keyless access remote is within range?* A:   If you pull the handle too quickly, the system may not have time to conirm the
  door is unlocked. Wait to hear a beep to conirm the door is unlocked. If you are
  wearing gloves, the system may be slow to respond. Q: After my battery was disconnected or went dead, the audio system is asking for 
  a code. Where do I ind this? A:   In most cases, you do not need to enter a code. Turn on the vehicle and the
  audio system, and press and hold the power button until the system reactivates. Q: Why can’t I operate Pandora ®
 through the audio system?
A:   Audio may be streaming through  Bluetooth®
Audio. Make sure Pandora mode
  is selected and the phone cable is properly connected to the USB adapter.
Some phones may prompt you to “Allow” a connection.Q: Is my phone compatible with Bluetooth features?
A: Visit handsfreelink.com  (U.S.) or handsfreelink.ca  (Canada) to check phone
  compatibility for  Bluetooth®
Audio, Bluetooth ®
HandsFreeLink ®
, and SMS text
messaging.Q: Every time I press the Talk button, the system gives me voice prompts. Can I turn 
  these off?* A:   From the Home screen, select Settings. Select the Voice Recog tab, then select  
Voice Prompt. Select Off.
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*if equipped
Contact Us
Honda dealer personnel are trained professionals. They should be able to answer  all your questions. If you encounter a problem that your dealership does not solve 
to your satisfaction, please discuss it with the dealership’s service manager or
general manager. If you are dissatisied with the decision made by the dealership’s management, contact Honda Automobile Customer Service.
U.S. owners
American Honda Motor Co., Inc. Honda Automobile Customer Service
1919 Torrance Blvd.Mail Stop 500-2N-7A
Torrance, CA 90501-2746
Tel: (800) 999-1009
In Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands
Bella International
P.O. Box 190816San Juan, PR 00919-0816
Tel: (787) 620-7546
When you call or write, please give us the following information: •  Vehicle Identiication Number
•  Date of purchase •  Odometer reading of your vehicle
•  Your name, address, and telephone number
•  A detailed description of the problem•  Name of the dealer who sold the vehicle to you
Q:
Why can’t I select an item using the selector knob or touchscreen*?
A:   To prevent driver distraction, certain items are limited or inoperable while the
vehicle is moving. Use voice commands or pull over to select the items. Q: Where can I ind the vehicle identiication number (VIN)?
A:   Check the label on the driver’s doorjamb.
*if equipped
Canadian owners
Honda Canada, Inc. Customer Relations180 Honda Blvd.Markham, ONL6C 0H9
Tel: (888) 946-6329Fax: (877) 939-0909e-mail: honda_cr@ch.honda.com