open hood HONDA INSIGHT 2019 (in English) User Guide

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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uOpening the Hood
Maintenance
Opening the Hood
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface, and set
the parking brake.
2. Pull the hood release handle under the
driver’s side lower corner of the dashboard.
u The hood will pop up slightly.
3. Push the hood latch lever (located under
the front edge of the hood to the center) to
the side and raise the hood. Once you have
raised the hood slightly , you can release the
lever.
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.1 Opening the Hood
NOTICE
Do not open the hood when the wiper arms are
raised. The hood will strike the wipers, resulting in
possible damage to the hood and/or the wipers.
When closing the hood, check that the hood is
securely latched.
If the hood latch lever moves stiffly, or if you can
open the hood without lifti ng the lever, the latch
mechanism should be cl eaned and lubricated.
Hood Release Handle
Pull
Lever
Support RodGrip
Clamp
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uChanging the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
Continued
Maintenance
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
You must change the engine oil and oil fi lter regularly in order to maintain the
engine’s lubrication. The engine may be damaged if they are not changed regularly.
Turning the power system on automatically starts the engine if the High Voltage
battery charge level gauge shows two segments or less.
2 High Voltage Battery Charge Level Gauge P. 129
Change the oil and filter in accordance with the maintenance message on the driver
information interface.
1.Run the engine until it reaches normal
operating temperature, and then turn the
engine off.
2. Open the hood and remove the engine oil
fill cap.
3. Remove the Phillips-head screws and
slotted head screws by turning 90°
counterclockwise on the undercarriage
and remove the under cover.
4. Remove the drain bolt and washer from
the bottom of the engine, and drain the
oil into a suitable container.
1Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
NOTICE
You may damage the environment if you do not
dispose of the oil in a suitable way. If you are
changing the oil by yourself , appropriately dispose of
the used oil. Put the oil in a sealed container and take
it to a recycling center. Do not throw the oil away
into a garbage can or onto the ground.
Under Cover
Screw
Drain Bolt
Washer
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uRefilling Window Washer Fluid
Maintenance
Refilling Window Washer Fluid
Open the cap and check the amount of window washer fluid.
If the level is low, fill the washer reservoir.
If the washer fluid is low, a message appears
on the driver information interface.
Pour the washer fluid carefully. Do not overflow the reservoir.1 Refilling Window Washer Fluid
NOTICE
Do not use engine antifreeze or a vinegar/water
solution in the windshield washer reservoir.
Antifreeze can damage y our vehicle’s paint. A
vinegar/water solution ca n damage the windshield
washer pump.
Use only commercially avai lable windshield washer
fluid.
Avoid prolonged use of hard water to prevent lime
scale build up.Canadian models
All models
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Handling the Unexpected
Jump Starting
Turn off the power to electric devices, such as audio and lights. Turn off the power
system, then open the hood. 1.Push the tabs to open the jump start box
cover.
2. Connect the first jump er cable to your
vehicle’s jump start box + terminal as
shown. Do not connect this jumper cable to
any other part.
3. Connect the other end of the first jumper
cable to the booster battery + terminal.
u Use a 12-volt booster battery only.
u When using an automotive battery
charger to boost your 12-volt battery,
select a lower charging voltage than
15-volt. Check the charger manual for
the proper setting.
4. Connect the second jumper cable to the
booster battery - terminal.
■Jump Starting Procedure1Jump Starting
Securely attach the jumper cables clips so that they
do not come off when the e ngine vibrates. Also be
careful not to tangle the ju mper cables or allow the
cable ends to touch each other while attaching or
detaching the jumper cables.
You cannot use the terminal s to jump start another
vehicle.
3WARNING
A 12-volt battery can explode if you do not
follow the correct procedure, seriously
injuring anyone nearby.
Keep all sparks, open flames, and smoking
materials away from the 12-volt battery.
Tab
Booster
Battery
Jump Start Box + Terminal
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Handling the Unexpected
Overheating
How to Handle Overheating
Overheating symptoms are as follows:
•Engine Temperature Too Hot. Do No t Drive. Allow Engine To Cool.
message appears on the dr iver information interface.
• Steam or spray comes out of the engine compartment.
■First thing to do
1. Immediately park the vehicle in a safe place.
2. Turn off all accessories and turn on the hazard warning lights.
u No steam or spray present: Keep the power system on and open the hood.
u Steam or spray is present: Turn off the power system and wait until it
subsides. Then open the hood.
1 How to Handle Overheating
3WARNING
Steam and spray from an overheated
engine can seri ously scald you.
Do not open the hood if steam is coming
out.
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Handling the Unexpected
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Warning Appears
■Reasons for the warning to appear
Appears when the engine oil pressure is low.
■What to do as soon as the warning
appears
1. Immediately park the vehicle on level
ground in a safe place.
2. If necessary, turn the hazard warning lights
on.
■What to do after parking the vehicle
1. Turn the power system off and let it sit for
approximately three minutes.
2. Open the hood and ch eck the oil level.
u Add oil as necessary.
2 Oil Check P. 565
3.Start the engine and check the low oil
pressure warning.
u The warning disappears: Start driving
again.
u The warning does not disappear within
10 seconds: Immediately turn the power
system off and contact a dealer for
repairs.
1If the Low Oil Pressure Warning Appears
NOTICE
Running the engine with low oil pressure can cause
serious mechanical damage almost immediately.
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Index
Light Switches......................................... 193
Lights On Indicator.................................... 94
Turn Signals ............................................ 193
Load Limits ............................................... 445
Locking/Unlocking ................................... 166
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 179
Childproof Door Locks ............................ 178
From Inside ............................................. 176
From Outside .......................................... 169
Keys........................................................ 166
Using a Key............................................. 174
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 175
Low Battery Charge ................................. 634
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 90
Low Oil Pressure Warning ....................... 633
Low Remote Signal Strength .................. 168
Lower Anchors ........................................... 69
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 445
M
Maintenance.................................... 140, 551
Battery .................................................... 591
Brake/Clutch Fluid ................................... 573
Cleaning ................................................. 595
Climate Control System .......................... 594
Coolant .................................................. 569
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 555
Oil .......................................................... 565
Precautions ............................................. 552
Radiator .................................................. 570 Remote Transmitter ................................. 593
Replacing Light Bulbs ............................... 575
Safety ...................................................... 553
Service Items ........................................... 559
Tires ........................................................ 582
Transmission Fluid ................................... 572
Under the Hood ...................................... 562
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 87, 635
Map Lights ................................................ 216
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 445
Meters, Gauges ......................................... 128
Mirrors ....................................................... 205
Adjusting ................................................. 205
Door........................................................ 206
Exterior .................................................... 206
Interior Rearview ..................................... 205
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 601
Moonroof .................................................. 189
MP3 ................................................... 255, 308
MP3/WMA/AAC ........................................ 308
Multi-View Rear Camera .......................... 543
N
Navigation................................................ 139
Numbers (Identification) .......................... 654
O
Odometer.................................................. 133 Oil (Engine)
............................................... 564
Adding .................................................... 566
Checking................................................. 565
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 556
Low Oil Pressure Warning........................ 633
Oil Life .................................................... 140
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 564
Viscosity .................................................. 564
Open Source Licenses ............................... 353
Opening Trunk ...................................................... 650
Opening/Closing Hood....................................................... 563
Moonroof ............................................... 189
Power Windows ...................................... 186
Trunk ...................................................... 180
Outside Temperature Display .................. 134
Overheating .............................................. 631
P
Pandora®................................................... 253
Panic Mode ............................................... 185
Parking ...................................................... 541
Parking Brake ........................................... 531
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Amber) ..................................................... 82
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Red) .......................... 81, 636, 637
Passenger Front Airb ag Off Indicator....... 62
Passing Indicators ..................................... 193
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