HONDA FIT 2012 2.G Owners Manual

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uuAdjusting the SeatsuArmrest
Controls
Armrest
Pull down the armrest.
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Using the Driver’s Seat Armrest
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* Not available on all models

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Controls
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience ItemsInterior Lights
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ON
The interior light comes on regardless of
whether the doors are open or closed.
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Door activated
The interior light comes on in the following
situations:
•When any of the doors are opened.
•You unlock the driver’s door.
•You remove the key from the ignition
switch.
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OFF
The interior light remains off regardless of
whether the doors are open or closed.
The map lights can be turned on and off by
pressing the lenses.
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Interior Light Switch
1Interior Light Switch
In the door activated position, the interior light fades
out and goes off about 30 seconds after the doors
are closed.
The light goes off after 30 seconds in the following
situations:•When you unlock the driver’s door but do not open
it.•When you remove the key from the ignition switch
but do not open a door.
The interior light goes off immediately in the
following situations:•When you lock the driver’s door.•When you close the driver’s door with the key in
the ignition switch.•When you turn the ignition switch to ON
(w
.
If you leave any of the doors open without the key in
the ignition switch, the interior light goes off after
about 15 minutes.
Door Activated Position
On
Off■
Map Lights
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* Not available on all models

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uuInterior Lights/Interior Convenience ItemsuInterior Lights
Controls
The light comes on when you open the
tailgate.
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Cargo Area Light

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Controls
Interior Convenience Items
Pull the handle to open the glove box.
Pull up on the lever to open the upper glove
box.
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Glove Box
1Glove Box
3
WARNING
An open glove box can cause serious injury
to your passenger in a crash, even if the
passenger is wearing the seat belt.
Always keep the glove boxes closed while
driving.
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Upper Glove Box

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Front seat beverage holders
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Rear seat beverage holders
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Beverage Holders
1Beverage Holders
NOTICESpilled liquids can damage the upholstery, carpeting,
and electrical components in the interior.
Be careful when you are using the beverage holders.
Hot liquid can scald you.

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uuInterior Lights/Interior Convenience ItemsuInterior Convenience Items
Controls
Pull up the strap and open the cargo area floor
lid.
The accessory power socket can be used when the ignition switch is in ACCESSORY
(q
or ON
(w
.
Open the cover to use it.
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Cargo Floor Box
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Cargo Floor Box
Strap
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Accessory Power Socket
1Accessory Power Socket
NOTICEDo not insert an automotive type cigarette lighter
element.
This can overheat the power socket.
The accessory power socket is designed to supply
power for 12 volt DC accessories that are rated 120
watts or less (10 amps).
To prevent battery drain, only use the power socket
with the engine running.
* Not available on all models

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There is a coat hook on the rear left grab
handle. Pull it down to use it.
Located at the back of the driver’s side rear seat cushion.
1.Fold up the driver’s side rear seat.
2Folding the Rear Seat Up P. 109
2.Turn the knobs to open the box. Align the
dot marks on the knobs and the box cover
when closing the box.
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Coat Hook
1Coat Hook
The coat hook is not designed for large or heavy
items.
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Seat Under Box

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Controls
Use floor cargo hooks to secure luggage in the
cargo area.
There are also hooks on both sides of the
cargo area.
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Cargo Hooks
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1Cargo Hooks
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NOTICEDo not hang a large object or an object that weighs
more than 2.2 lbs (1 kg) on the side cargo hooks.
Hanging heavy or large objects may damage the
hooks.
Hook
Hook
Hook
* Not available on all models

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Heating and Cooling
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Using Vents, Heating and A/C
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Mode Control DialChange airflow.
Fan Control DialAdjusts the fan speed. Rotate the dial all
the way to OFF to turn everything off.
A/C Button
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Press to cool the interior or dehumidify
while heating.
Temperature Control DialAdjusts the interior temperature.
Fresh Air/Recirculation LeverThis lever controls the source of the air going
into the system.
(Recirculation) Mode:
Recirculates air from the vehicle’s interior
through the system.
(Fresh Air) Mode:
Maintains outside ventilation. Keep the
system in fresh air mode in normal situations.
Dashboard
ventsDashboard
and floor
ventsFloor vents Floor and
defroster
ventsDefroster
vents
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uuHeating and Cooling
*uUsing Vents, Heating and A/C
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Controls
The heater uses engine coolant to warm the
air.
1.Adjust the fan speed using the fan control
dial.
2.Select and .
3.Adjust the temperature using the
temperature control dial.
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To rapidly warm up the interior
1.Set the fan to the maximum speed.
2.Select .
3.Set the temperature to maximum heat.
4.Select .
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To dehumidify the interior
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When used in combination with the heater, the air conditioning system makes the
interior warm and dry and can prevent the windows from fogging up.
1.Turn the fan on.
2.Press the A/C button to turn on the air conditioning.
3.Select and . Adjust the temperature to your preference.■
Heating
1To rapidly warm up the interior
Change to fresh air mode as soon as the interior gets
warm enough. The windows may fog up if kept in
recirculation mode.
* Not available on all models