ECO mode HONDA FIT 2016 3.G Quick Guide

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Seat Belt with Detachable Anchor
The seat belt for the rear center seat is located in the ceiling.
1. Pull out the seat belt’s small latch plate and  the latch plate from each holding slot in the ceiling.
2. Line up the triangle marks on the small latch plate and anchor buckle. Make sure  the seat belt is not twisted. Attach the belt to the anchor buckle.
3. Insert the latch plate into the buckle. Properly fasten the seat belt the same way 
you fasten the lap/shoulder seat belt.
  To unlatch the detachable anchor, insert  the latch plate into the slot on the side of the anchor buckle.
Using the seat belt with the detachable anchor unlatched increases the  chance of serious injury or death in a crash. Before using the seat belt, make sure the detachable anchor is correctly  latched.
WARNING
Airbags
Your vehicle is equipped with three types of airbags: front airbags, side airbags, and  side curtain airbags.
Front Airbags (SRS)
The front SRS airbags inlate in a moderate-to-severe frontal collision to help 
protect the head and chest of the driver and/or front passenger. They are housed 
in the center of the steering wheel for the driver, and in the dashboard for the front 
passenger. Both airbags are marked  SRS AIRBAG.
SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) indicates that the airbags are designed to 
supplement seat belts, not replace them. Seat belts are the occupant’s primary restraint system.
Advanced Airbags
Your front airbags have advanced features to help reduce the likelihood of airbag- related injuries to smaller occupants.
The driver’s advanced front airbag system includes 
a seat position sensor. If the seat is too far forward, the airbag inlates with less force, regardless of the severity of the impact.
If there is a problem with the driver’s seat position 
sensor, the SRS indicator will come on and the airbag will inlate with full (normal) force, regardless 
of the driver’s seating position.
The passenger’s advanced front airbag system  has weight sensors. Although Honda recommends against carrying an infant or small child in front, if the sensors detect the weight of a child (up to 65 lbs  or 29 kg), the system will automatically turn off the
passenger’s front airbag. For both advanced front airbags to work properly: 
•  Do not spill any liquid on or under the seats.
•  Do not put any object under the passenger’s seat.
•  Make sure any objects are positioned properly on the loor. Improperly  positioned objects can interfere with the advanced airbag sensors.
•  All occupants should sit upright and wear their seat belts properly.
•  Do not place any cover over any part of the passenger side dashboard.
Driver’s seat positionsensor
Passenger’s seatweightsensors
Latch plate
Anchor buckle
Latch plate
Buckle
Latch plate
Small latch plate
Anchor buckle

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Passenger Airbag Off indicator
The indicator comes on to alert you that the front
passenger’s front airbag has been turned off. This 
occurs when the front passenger’s weight sensors detect 65 lbs (29 kg) or less, the weight of an infant or small child, on the seat.
Infants and small children should always ride properly restrained in a back seat. Objects placed on the seat can also cause the indicator to come on.
If the front passenger‘s seat is empty, the passenger’s front airbag will not deploy  and the indicator will not come on.
If the indicator comes on with no occupant or objects in the front passenger’s  seat, something may be interfering with the weight sensors, such as: 
•  An object hanging on the seat or in the seat-back pocket.
•  A child seat or other object pressing against the rear of the seat-back.
•  A rear passenger pushing or pulling on the back of the front passenger’s seat.
•  The front seat or seat-back is forced against an object on the seat or loor  behind it.
•  An object placed under the front passenger’s seat.
If none of these conditions exist, have your vehicle checked by a dealer as soon  as possible. The passenger airbag off indicator may go on and off repeatedly if the total weight  on the seat is near the airbag cutoff threshold.
1 Two SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) front airbags. The driver’s  airbag is stored in the center of the steering wheel; the front
passenger’s airbag is stored in the dashboard. Both are marked  SRS
AIRBAG .
2  Two side airbags, one for the driver 
and one for the front passenger. The airbags are stored in the outer edges of the seat-backs. Both are marked SIDE AIRBAG .
3  Two side curtain airbags, one 
for each side of the vehicle. The airbags are stored in the ceiling, above the side windows. The front and rear pillars are marked SIDE
CURTAIN AIRBAG .
4 An electronic control unit that
continually monitors and can record information about the  sensors, the airbag activators, the seat belt tensioners, and driver and front passenger seat belt use when the vehicle is on.
5  Automatic front seat belt tensioners. The driver’s and front passenger’s seat belts incorporate sensors that detect whether or not they are fastened.
6  A driver’s seat position sensor. If the seat is too far forward, the airbag  will inate with less force.
7 Weight sensors in the front
passenger’s seat. The front
passenger’s airbag will be turned off  if the weight on the seat is 65 lbs (29 kg) or less (the weight of an infant or small child).
8  Impact sensors that can detect a moderate-to-severe front or side impact.
9  An indicator on the dashboard that alerts you that the front passenger’s front airbag has been turned off.
10 An indicator on the instrument panel that alerts you to a possible problem  with the airbag system or seat belt tensioners.
11 A rollover sensor that detects whether the vehicle is about to roll 
over.
Airbag System Components
6
789
11
810
8
8
8
8
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Airbag Care
You do not need to, and should not, perform any maintenance on or replace any
airbag system components yourself. However, you should have your vehicle  inspected by a dealer in the following situations:
When the airbags have deployed
If an airbag has inlated, the control unit and other related parts must be replaced. 
Similarly, once an automatic seat belt tensioner has been activated, it must be replaced.
When the vehicle has been in a moderate-to-severe collision
Even if the airbags did not inlate, have your dealer inspect the following: the 
driver’s seat position sensor, weight sensors in the passenger’s seat, front seat belt tensioners, and each seat belt that was worn during the crash.
Do not remove or modify a front seat without first consulting a dealer
This would likely disable the driver’s seat position sensor or the weight sensors 
in the passenger’s seat. If it is necessary to remove or modify a front seat to 
accommodate a person with disabilities, contact a Honda dealer. For U.S. 
vehicles, call Honda Automobile Customer Service at (800) 999-1009. For Canadian vehicles, call Honda Canada Customer Relations at (888) 946-6329.
Child Safety
Each year, many children are injured or killed in vehicle crashes because they are  either unrestrained or not properly restrained. In fact, vehicle collisions are the 
number one cause of death of children ages 12 and under.
The National Highway Trafc Safety Administration and Transport Canada recommend that all children ages 12 and under be properly restrained in a rear seat. 
Some states or provinces/territories have laws restricting where children may ride. 
To reduce the number of child deaths and injuries, every state, Canadian province  and territory requires that infants and children be properly restrained when they ride in a vehicle.
Protecting Child Passengers
•  An inlating front or side airbag can injure or kill a child sitting in the front seat.
•  A child in the front seat is more likely to interfere with the driver’s ability to  safely control the vehicle.
•  Statistics show that children of all sizes and ages are safer when they are 
properly restrained in a rear seat.
•  Any child who is too small to wear a seat belt correctly must be restrained in an 
approved child seat that is properly secured to the vehicle using either the lap
belt portion of the lap/shoulder belt or the lower anchors of the LATCH system.
•  Never hold a child on your lap because it is impossible to protect them in the  event of a collision.
•  Never put a seat belt over yourself and a child. During a crash, the belt would 
likely press deep into the child and cause serious or fatal injuries.
•  Never let two children use the same seat belt. Both children could be very 
seriously injured in a crash.
•  Do not allow children to operate the doors, windows, or seat adjusters.
•  Do not leave children in the vehicle unattended, especially in hot weather when  the inside of the vehicle can get hot enough to kill them. They could also activate
vehicle controls, causing it to move unexpectedly.
Children who are unrestrained or improperly restrained can be seriously injured or killed in a crash. Any child too small for a seat belt should be properly restrained in a child 
seat. A larger child should be properly restrained with a seat belt, using a 
booster seat if necessary.
WARNING

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Adding Security with a Tether
Two tether anchorage points are provided behind the rear outer seating positions 
and one in the ceiling for the rear center. A child seat that is installed with a seat
belt and comes with a tether can use the tether for additional security. 
1. Using an outer anchor:  If necessary, remove the 
cargo area cover.* Raise the head restraint to its highest position, then route the tether strap through the head restraint legs. Using the center anchor: Lower the head
restraint to its lowest position. Open the anchor
cover. Route the tether strap over the head restraint.
2. Secure the tether strap hook onto the anchor. Make sure the strap is not twisted.
3. Tighten the tether strap according to the seat manufacturer’s instructions. If necessary, 
reinstall the cargo area cover.* 
Protecting Larger Children
When a child is too big for a child seat, secure the child in a rear seat using the  lap/shoulder seat belt. Have the child sit upright and all the way back, then ensure the following:
•  The child’s knees bend comfortably over the edge  of the seat.
•  The shoulder belt crosses between the child’s 
neck and arm.
•  The lap part of the seat belt is as low as possible, 
touching the child’s thighs.
•  The child can stay seated for the whole trip.
If a lap/shoulder belt cannot be used properly, position the child in a booster seat 
in a rear seating position. For the child’s safety, check that the child meets the
booster seat manufacturer’s recommendations. Some U.S. states and Canadian provinces/territories require children to use a 
booster seat until they reach a given age or weight (e.g., 6 years or 60 lbs). Be sure to check current laws in the state or province/territory where you intend to drive.
Allowing a child age 12 or under to sit in the front can result in injury or death
if the passenger’s front airbag inlates.
If a larger child must ride in front, move the vehicle seat as far to the rear as  possible, then have the child sit up properly and wear the seat belt properly, using a booster seat if needed.
WARNING
Tether
anchorage points
Tether strap hook Anchor
*if equipped (Canadian models)
Tether anchorage point
Anchor
Anchor cover

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Safety Label Locations
Safety labels are in the locations shown. They warn you of potential hazards that 
can cause serious injury or death. Read these labels carefully.
Reporting Safety Defects
In the U.S. If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could 
cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Trafc Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it inds 
that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy
campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems 
between you, your dealer, or American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-
4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to http://www.safercar.gov; or write to: Administrator,
NHTSA, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE., Washington, DC 20590. You can also obtain  other information about motor vehicle safety from  http://www.safercar.gov.
In Canada
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could 
cause injury or death, you should immediately inform Honda Canada, Inc., and you 
may also inform Transport Canada.
If Transport Canada receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if 
it nds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may lead to a recall and
remedy campaign. However, Transport Canada cannot become involved in individual 
problems between you, your dealer, or Honda Canada, Inc.
To contact Transport Canada’s Defect Investigations and Recalls Division, you may 
call 1-800-333-0510. For more information on reporting safety defects or about motor 
vehicle safety, go to http://www.tc.gc.ca/roadsafety .
Sun visor
U.S. models Canadian models
DashboardU.S. models
Radiator cap Doorjamb
U.S. models
Canadian models

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NSTRUMENT PANEL
INSTRUMENT PANEL
Condition Indicators
These indicators may require you to perform an action.
Parking brake
Release the parking brake before driving. You will hear a beep if you drive with it not fully released. Seat belt reminder Make sure seat belts are fastened for you and all passengers. The indicator  blinks and beeps sound continuously if you or your front passenger has not fastened your seat belts when you begin driving. If the indicator remains on 
after seat belts are fastened, see your dealer. Door/tailgate open
A door or the tailgate is open. A beep sounds if any door or the tailgate is open while driving. Low fuel
Refuel as soon as possible. If the indicator blinks, there is a problem with the 
fuel gauge. See your dealer. Low tire pressure
Stop in a safe place, check tire pressures, and inlate tire(s) if necessary. If  the indicator remains on after tire inlation, you need to calibrate the system (see page 102). The indicator also appears if your vehicle is tted with the
compact spare tire. Have your regular tire repaired or replaced as soon as possible.
Washer uid level (Canadian models only)
Washer uid is low. Rell the reservoir (see page 119).Maintenance Minder™ Scheduled maintenance for your vehicle is due (see page 113).
Ca nada
U.S.
Immobilizer
Your key or remote transmitter cannot be recognized by the vehicle. If the 
indicator blinks, you may not be able to start the engine. Turn the vehicle off, and then on again. If it continues to blink, there may be a problem with the 
system. See your dealer.
On/Off Indicators
These indicators remind you when an item is on or off.
VSA off VSA on (blinks)
CRUISE MAIN onCRUISE CONTROL on
Turn signals/hazards on Fog lights* onHigh beams onExterior lights onECON mode* on
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EHICLE CONTROLS
VEHICLE CONTROLS
Power Moonroof Operation*
The moonroof can be opened and closed when the vehicle is on by using the switch  on the ceiling.
Automatic Operation
To open:
 Push the switch back irmly to the
second detent, then release.
To close: Push the switch forward rmly to the
second detent, then release.
The moonroof opens or closes completely. To stop the moonroof at any time, push the switch
briely.
Manual Operation
To open:  Push and hold the switch back to the irst detent until the desired position 
is reached.
To close: Push and hold the switch forward to the rst detent until the desired
position is reached.
Moonroof Tilt
To tilt: Push the center of the switch.
To close: Push the switch forward rmly, then release.
Opening the moonroof in below freezing temperatures or when it is covered 
with snow or ice can damage the moonroof panel or motor.
NOTICE
Closing the moonroof on someone’s hands or ngers can cause serious injury. Make sure your passengers are away from the moonroof before closing it.
WARNING
*if equipped
Close Open
Tilt
Interior and Exterior Lights
Operate interior and exterior lights when the vehicle is on or off.
Brightness Control
Adjust instrument panel brightness when the  vehicle is on.
To brighten:  Turn the knob to the right.
To dim:  Turn the knob to the left.
A beep sounds when the brightness reaches  minimum or maximum.
Interior Lights
Change the interior light settings using the switches on the ceiling. ON position (rear only):  Interior lights remain on.
Door-activated position:  Interior lights come on 
when any of the doors are opened, the driver’s door is unlocked, or the vehicle is turned off. OFF position:  Interior lights remain off.
Map Lights
Press the front map lights to turn on or off.
Off
Door-activated position Front
Off
Rear
Door-activated position
On
Select/reset knob
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AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY
AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY
Models with touchscreen
Pandora ®
Play and operate Pandora from your compatible phone through the vehicle’s audio  system. Visit
handsfreelink.com  to check phone compatibility. Standard data rates 
apply with your phone service provider. Available in the U.S. only.
Connect your phone when the vehicle is stopped. For iPhone:
•  Connect via Bluetooth®
HandsFreeLink ®
(see page 71) or USB port (see page 47).
•  A pop-up may appear on your phone requesting you to allow access for Pandora
to be launched.
•  If you cannot operate Pandora through the audio system, it may be streaming  through Bluetooth ®
Audio. Make sure Pandora is selected on the audio system.
•  If Pandora still does not operate, try rebooting the phone and reconnecting the
cable if necessary. 
For other compatible smartphones:
•  Connect via Bluetooth®
HandsFreeLink ®
(see page 71).
State, provincial, or local laws may prohibit the operation of  handheld electronic devices while operating a vehicle. 
Only launch streaming audio on your phone when it is safe to do so.
VO L
HOME
MENU BA CK
Source: Select
the Pandora icon.
Station: Change
the station. Skip:
Go to
the next song. Open/close:

Display or hide  information.
MENU:  Display 
menu options, including the Station List. Like/dislike song
Play/Pause
Models with touchscreen
HDMI Video
Play video from a compatible device while your vehicle is stopped. Connect your
device to the HDMI port (see page 47). From the connected device, launch the video you want to display on the
touchscreen. The device or video resolution must be 720p or lower to view. This feature is limited while the vehicle is moving.
VO L
HOME
MENU BA CK
Source: Select
the HDMI  icon from the
SOURCE screen.

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BLUETOOTH ®
HANDSFREELINK ®
BLUETOOTH ®
HANDSFREELINK ®
Models with touchscreen
Making a Call
You can make a call using several methods.
Dialing a Number
Enter a 10-digit phone number to call.
Using voice commands
Press the Talk button before you say each command.
1. Say “Dial by number.”
2. Say the phone number: For example,
“ 3-1-0-5-5-5-1-2-3-4.”
3. The system begins to dial.
Using the touchscreen
Manual operation is limited while the vehicle is moving. Voice commands are always available.
1. From the Home screen, select Phone. 2.Select MENU.
3. Select Dial.
4. Enter the phone number. Select the green phone icon to call.
Using the Phonebook
When your phone is paired, its entire phonebook can be automatically imported to  the system. Phone synchronization must be turned on.
Using voice commands
Press the Talk button before you say each command.
1. Say “Dial by name.”
2. Say the phonebook name and phone type. For example, “John Smith mobile.”
Using the touchscreen
Manual operation is limited while the vehicle is moving. Voice commands are always available.
1. From the Home screen, select Phone.2.Select MENU.
3. Select Phonebook.
4. Scroll through the list to ind the name and number you want to call, and select it to call.
Storing Speed Dial Entries
Store up to 20 numbers for quick dialing. 
1. From the Home screen, select Phone. 2.Select MENU.
3. Select Edit Speed Dial, then select New Entry.
4. Select an entry method.5. If desired, you can create a voice tag for the
number. Follow the prompts.
Using Speed Dial
Make calls quickly using stored speed dial entries.
Using voice commands
Press the Talk button before you say each command.
1. Say “Dial by name.”
2. Say the stored voice tag name. For example, “John Smith.”
Using the touchscreen
1. From the Home screen, select Phone.
2. Scroll through the list to nd the entry you want to call, and select it to call.
HondaLink™ Assist
If your vehicle’s airbags deploy or if the unit detects that the vehicle is severely 
impacted, your vehicle automatically attempts to connect to an operator. Your phone must be paired to the system and have good cellular connection. Visit  www.
hondalink.com (U.S.) or honda.ca/hondalinkassist (Canada) for more information.
1. Make sure your phone is on and paired to Bluetooth®

HandsFreeLink ®
(see page 71).
2. Select Call Now, or the system automatically connects after 10 seconds. The vehicle information
and its position are sent to the operator.
3. Select Talk Now to immediately talk to the operator.
4. When the call is complete, select Hang Up or press the Hang-Up/Back button on the steering wheel.

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DRIVING
Changing the Power Mode*
Use the
ENGINE START/STOP button to cycle through power modes or start the 
engine. Accessory or On mode: Press ENGINE START/STOP 
once without pressing the brake pedal for Accessory  mode. Press it again for On mode. Starting the engine: Press and hold the brake pedal 
(and the clutch for manual transmission), then press
ENGINE START/STOP. Keep your foot irmly on the brake pedal when starting the engine.
Turning the vehicle off: Shift to Park (P) (or apply the parking brake for manual 
transmission), then press ENGINE START/STOP. If you press the button and the  shift lever is not in Park (P), the vehicle goes into Accessory mode.
*if equipped
Shifting
Change the shift position based on your driving needs.
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)*
Park (P): Used for parking or starting/stopping 
the engine. Press the brake pedal, then press the  release button to shift. Reverse (R): Used for reversing.
Neutral (N): Used for idling.
Drive (D): Used for normal driving.
Drive (S): Used for better acceleration, increased 
engine braking, driving in hilly terrain, or when using  paddle shifters*. Low (L)*: Used for stronger engine braking when driving in hilly terrain.
When you change the shift lever from D to R and vice versa, come to a complete  stop and keep the brake pedal pressed. Operating the shift lever before the vehicle has come to a complete standstill can damage the transmission.
Do not operate the shift lever while pressing the accelerator pedal. You could  damage the transmission.
NOTICE
Release button
Paddle Shifters*
Use the paddle shifters to change gears from 1st through 7th without removing your hands from the steering wheel.
*if equipped
When the shift lever is in D:
The vehicle goes into manual shift mode temporarily,
and the gear number appears. When you start traveling at a constant speed,  manual shift mode automatically switches off, and the gear number goes off.  When the shift lever is in S: The vehicle goes into manual shift mode, and the
M indicator and gear number appear. When the vehicle comes to a stop, it 
automatically shifts down into 1st gear. You can pull away only in 1st gear. If the 
vehicle speed increases and the engine speed approaches the tachometer’s red zone, the transmission automatically shifts up. As the vehicle speed slows down,
the transmission automatically shifts down accordingly.
To cancel manual shift mode, move the shift lever from S to D. The M indicator and gear number go off. 
M indicator/gear  position indicator
Shift up Normal acceleration1 to 215 mph (24 km/h)
2 to 32 5 mph (40 km/h)
3 to 440 mph (64 km/h)
4 to 54 5 mph (72 km/h)
5 to 650 mph (80 km/h)
6 to 75 5 mph (89 km/h)
Recommended shift points
(-) paddle shifter:

Pull to shift down
to a lower gear. (+) paddle shifter:

Pull to shift up to
a higher gear.