HONDA INSIGHT 2003 1.G Owners Manual

µ·
µ The resulting f igure equals the
available amount of cargo and
luggage load capacity. For
example, if the ‘‘XXX’’ amount
equals 1,400 lbs. and there will be
f ive 150 lb. passengers in your
vehicle, the amount of available
cargo and luggage load capacity is
650 lbs.
(1,400 750 (5 150) = 650 lbs.)
Determine the combined weight
of luggage and cargo being loaded
on the vehicle. That weight may
not saf ely exceed the available
cargo and luggage load capacity
calculated in Step 4.
If yourvehiclewillbetowinga
trailer, load f rom your trailer will
be transf erred to your vehicle.
Consult this manual to determine
how this reduces the available
cargo and luggage load capacity of
your vehicle.
Subtract the combined weight of
the driver and passengers f rom
XXX kg or XXX lbs. Locate the statement ‘‘The
combined weight of occupants and
cargo should never exceed XXX
kg or XXX lbs.’’ on your vehicle’s
placard.
Steps f or Determining Correct Load
Limit
Determine the combined weight
of the driver and passengers that
will be riding in your vehicle.
The maximum load f or your vehicle
is 850 lbs (385 kg).
See Tire And Loading Inf ormation
label attached to the driver’s
doorjamb.
Label Example
This f igure includes the total weight
of all occupants, cargo, and
accessories, and the tongue load if
you are towing a trailer.
(1)
(2)
(3)
(6) (5) (4)
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Load Limits
Carrying Cargo
Bef ore Driving
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Overloading or improper
loading can affect handling and
stability and cause a crash in
which you can be hurt or killed.
Follow all load limits and other
loading guidelines in this
manual.

In addition, the total weight of the
vehicle, all occupants, accessories,
cargo, and trailer tongue load must
not exceed the Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating (GVWR) or the Gross
Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). Both
areonalabelonthedriver’s
doorjamb.
Example 1
Example 2
Example 3
Carrying Cargo
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Max Load 850 lbs
(385 kg)
Max Load 850 lbs (385 kg)
Max Load 850 lbs (385 kg) Cargo Weight
250 lbs
(113 kg)
Cargo Weight
100 lbs
(45 kg)
Passenger Weight
150 lbs x 2 = 300 lbs
(68kgx2=136kg)
Passenger Weight
150 lbs x 4 = 600 lbs
(68kgx4=272kg)
Passenger Weight
150 lbs x 5 = 750 lbs
(68kgx5=340kg) Cargo Weight
550 lbs
(249 kg)

Store or secure all items that could
be thrown around and hurt
someone during a crash.
Be sure items placed on the f loor
behind the f ront seats cannot roll
under the seats and interf ere with
the driver’s ability to operate the
pedals, the operation of the seats,
or the operation of the sensors
under the seats.
Keep the glove box closed while
driving. If it is open, a passenger
could injure their knees during a
crash or sudden stop.Distribute cargo evenly on the
f loor of the hatch, placing the
heaviest items on the bottom and
as far forward as possible.
Trytosecuretheitemswithrope
or cord so they will not shif t while
you are driving.
If you carry large items that
prevent you f rom closing the
hatch, exhaust gas can enter the
passenger area. To avoid the
possibility of
, f ollow the instructions
on page .
If youfoldtherearseatsdown,tie
down items that could be thrown
about the vehicle during a crash or
sudden stop. Keep all cargo below
the bottom of the windows. If it is
higher, it could interf ere with
proper operation of the side
curtain airbags.
Refer to page for folding rear
seats.
Do not stack items higher than the
back of the rear seats. They can
block your view and be thrown
around the vehicle during a crash.
Do not spill any liquids on or
around the IMA battery. Spilled
liquids may damage the IMA
battery. If you accidentally spill
liquids on or around the battery,
ensure that the spill is completely
wiped up at the earliest possible
time. 56
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Carrying Items in the Passenger
Compartment
Carrying Cargo in the Cargo A rea
carbon monoxide
poisoning
Carrying Cargo
Bef ore Driving
259

Do not spill any liquids over the air
intake or insert any f oreign objects
in it. This may damage the IMA
battery and the power control unit.
The air intake for the IMA battery
and electronics is located on the rear
lef t pillar. Do not block this air intake.
Doing so may cause the IMA battery
and the power control unit to
overheat, causing the IMA to shut
down. It will start working again
af ter it cools. Air Intake
Carrying Cargo
260
AIR INTAKE

This section gives you tips on
starting the engine under various
conditions, and how to operate the
automatic transmissions (CVT). It
also includes important inf ormation
on parking your vehicle, the braking
system, the vehicle stability assist
(VSA
) system, and the tire pressure
monitoring system (TPMS). ........................
Preparing to Drive .262
.......................
Starting the Engine .263
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Eco Assist System .264
.
Automatic Transmission (CVT) . 271
Driving with the Paddle .......................................
Shif ters .276
................................
Auto Idle Stop .281
...........................................
Parking .284
.............................
Braking System .285
...............
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) . 287
Tire Pressure Monitoring System ......................................
(TPMS) .289
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA
),
aka Electronic Stability ....
Control (ESC), System . 293
...........
Hill Start Assist System . 295
...........................
Towing a Trailer .296
Driving
Driving
261

Make sure all windows, mirrors,
and outside lights are clean and
unobstructed. Remove f rost, snow,
or ice.Check that any items you may be
carrying are stored properly or
f astened down securely.
Check the seat adjustment (see
page ).
Check the adjustment of the
inside and outside mirrors (see
page ).
Check the steering wheel
adjustment (see page ).
Make sure the doors are securely
closed and locked.Fasten your seat belt. Check that
your passengers have f astened
their seat belts (see page ).
Youshoulddothefollowingchecks
and adjustments bef ore you drive
your vehicle.
Visually check the tires. If a tire
looks low, use a gauge to check its
pressure (see page ). Check that the hood and hatch are
f ully closed. When you start the engine, check
the gauges and indicators in the
instrument panel, and the
messages on the multi-inf ormation
display (see pages , and
).
1.
2.
3.
8. 7. 6.9.
4.
5.
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10.
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147
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Preparing to Drive
262

Apply the parking brake.
In cold weather, turn of f all
electrical accessories to reduce
the drain on the battery.In cold weather, the conventional
starter is used instead of the IMA
system starter. This is normal.
Make sure the shif t lever is in
Park. Press on the brake pedal.
Without touching the accelerator
pedal, turn the ignition key to the
START (III) position. Do not hold
the key in the START (III)
position f or more than 15 seconds
at a time. If the engine does not
start right away, pause for at least
10 seconds bef ore trying again.
1.
2.
3.
4.
Starting the Engine
Starting in Cold Weather
Driving
263
The engine is harder to start in cold
weather. Also, the thinner air f ound at
altitudes above 8,000 f eet (2,400
meters) adds to this problem.
T he immobilizer system protects your
vehicle f rom thef t. If an improperly
coded key (or other device) is used, the
engine’s f uel system is disabled. For
more inf ormation, see page .
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The multi-inf ormation display (see
page ).
Your vehicle’s f uel economy may
improve more with the ECON mode
on (see page ).
The driver f eedback inf ormation is
shownintwolocations:
The ambient meter, located
behind the speedometer (see page ).
The system monitors your driving
style, and can display how it impacts
your vehicle’s f uel economy. You can
then make adjustments to your
driving style to maximize f uel
economy. (For additional
inf ormation on f uel economy, see
page .)
Eco Assist System is a driver
f eedback system designed to help
you develop and maintain a f uel
ef f icient driving style.
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Eco A ssist Syst em
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ECON BUTTON ECON MODE INDICATOR
Ambient Meter
Eco-drive Result
Eco Drive Bar

TheEcoDriveBarontheecological
drive display appears on the multi-
inf ormation display while you drive.During acceleration, the bar
extends to the right of the center
line.
If the bar extends into the
Inef f icient Driving Zones, your
current driving style is not
conducive to good f uel economy. If the bar stays within the Efficient
Driving Zones, your current
driving style is conducive to good
f uel economy. During deceleration, the bar
extends to the left of the center
line.
It is recommended to drive in the D
position f or better f uel ef f iciency.
CONT INUED
Eco Drive Bar
Driving Style
Slow, steady
acceleration -
maximizes f uel
economy
Slow deceleration -
maximizes f uel
economy
Moderate
acceleration
Moderate
deceleration
Aggressive/
Inconsistent
acceleration - lowers
fuel economy
Aggressive
deceleration - lowers
fuel economy
Eco Drive BarEco Drive Bar Examples
Eco A ssist Syst em
Driving
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Acceleration
Monitor
Inefficient Driving Zone
Center Position
Deceleration
Monitor
Inefficient Braking Zone Efficient Zones
ECO ELEMENTS Eco
Drive
Bar

The Ambient Meter (the light
behind the speedometer) changes
color to show the ef f ects of your
driving style. This f eature can be
turned of f (see page ).Fuel Economy
Meter Background Color
103
A mbient Met er
Eco A ssist Syst em
266
AMBIENT METER
U.S. model is shown. (Background Color)
Green
Blue Green Blue High
Low