door lock HONDA FIT 2012 2.G User Guide
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uuIndicatorsu
Instrument Panel
Indicator
Name
On/Blinking
Explanation
Turn Signal
Indicators
●
The turn signal indicators blink when you
operate the turn signal lever.
●
If you press the hazard warning button,
both indicators and all turn signals blink
at the same time.
●
Does not blink or blinks rapidly - A turn signal
light bulb has blown. Change the bulb immediately.
2Replacing Light Bulbs P. 213, 216
High Beam Indicator
●
Comes on when the high beam
headlights are on.
●
Comes on with reduced brightness when
DRL (daytime running lights) are on.
—
Lights On Indicator
●
Comes on whenever the light switch is
on when the exterior lights are on.
●
If you remove the key from the ignition switch while
the lights are on, a chime sounds when the driver’s
door is opened.
Fog Light Indicator
*
●
Comes on when the fog lights are on.
—
Immobilizer System
Indicator
●
Comes on briefly when you turn the
ignition switch to ON
(w
, then goes off.
●
Comes on if the immobilizer system
cannot recognize the key information.
●
Blinks - You cannot start the engine. Turn the
ignition switch to LOCK
(0
, pull the key out, and
then insert the key and turn it to ON
(w
again.
●
Repeatedly blinks - The system may be
malfunctioning. Have the vehicle checked by a
dealer.
●
Do not attempt to alter this system or add other
devices to it. Electrical problems can occur.
* Not available on all models
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Controls
This chapter explains how to operate the various controls necessary for driving.
Setting the Clock................................ 76
Locking and Unlocking the Doors
Key Types and Functions .................... 77
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Outside ............................................ 79
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Inside ............................................... 82
Childproof Door Locks ....................... 83
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking
*.......... 84
Opening and Closing the Tailgate
Using the Key
*................................... 88
Using the Tailgate Open Handle ......... 89
Security System.................................. 90
Immobilizer System ............................ 90Security System Alarm
*...................... 90
Opening and Closing the Windows.. 92
Operating the Switches Around the
Steering Wheel
Ignition Switch ................................... 94
Turn Signals ....................................... 95
Light Switches.................................... 95
Fog Lights
*........................................ 96
Daytime Running Lights ..................... 96
Wipers and Washers .......................... 97
Brightness Control ............................. 99
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror
*
Button ........................................... 100
Adjusting the Steering Wheel........... 101Adjusting the Mirrors....................... 102
Interior Rearview Mirror ................... 102
Power Door Mirrors ......................... 102
Adjusting the Seats.......................... 103
Adjusting the Seat Positions ............. 103
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience
Items................................................ 111
Interior Lights .................................. 111
Interior Convenience Items .............. 113
Heating and Cooling
*....................... 118
Using Vents, Heating and A/C
*........ 118
* Not available on all models
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Controls
Locking and Unlocking the DoorsKey Types and FunctionsThis vehicle comes with the following keys:
Use the keys to start and stop the engine, and
to lock and unlock all the doors, and tailgate.
You can also use the remote transmitter
* to
lock and unlock the doors, and tailgate.
There is a PANIC button in the remote
transmitter.
■
Master Keys
1Key Types and Functions
All of the keys have an immobilizer system. The
immobilizer system helps to protect against vehicle
theft.
2Immobilizer System P. 90
The keys contain precision electronics.
Adhere to the following advice to prevent damage to
the electronics:•Do not leave the keys in direct sunlight, or in
locations with high temperature or high humidity.•Do not drop the keys or set heavy objects on them.•Keep the keys away from liquids.•Do not take the keys apart except for replacing the
battery.
If the circuits in the keys are damaged, the engine
may not start, and the remote transmitter may not
work.
If the keys do not work properly, have them
inspected by a dealer.
Ignition Keys
*
Ignition Keys with
Remote Transmitter
*
* Not available on all models
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uuLocking and Unlocking the DoorsuKey Types and Functions
78Controls
Contains a number that you will need if you
purchase a replacement key.
■
Key Number Tag
1Key Number Tag
Keep the key number tag separate from the key in a
safe place outside of a vehicle.
If you wish to purchase an additional key, contact a
dealer.
If you lose your key and you cannot start the engine,
contact a dealer.
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uuLocking and Unlocking the DoorsuLocking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
Continued
Controls
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
■
Locking the doors
Press the lock button.
Once:
uSome exterior lights will flash, all the
doors and tailgate will lock, and the
security system sets.
Twice (within five seconds after the first
push):
uA beeper sounds and verifies the security
system is set.
■
Unlocking the doors
Press the unlock button.
Once:
uSome exterior lights will flash twice, and
the driver’s door unlocks.
Twice:
uThe remaining doors and tailgate unlock.
■
Using the Remote Transmitter
*
1Using the Remote Transmitter
*
If you do not open a door within 30 seconds of
unlocking the vehicle with the remote transmitter,
the doors will automatically relock.
If the interior light switch is in the door activated
position, the interior light comes on when you press
the unlock button.
No doors opened: The light fades out after 30
seconds.
Doors relocked with the remote: The light goes off
immediately.
The remote transmitter uses low-power signals, so
the operating range may vary depending on the
surroundings.
The remote will not lock the vehicle when a door or
tailgate is open.
If the distance at which it works varies, the battery is
probably low.
If the LED does not come on when you press a
button, the battery is dead.
2Replacing the Battery P. 232
LED
Unlock
ButtonLock
Button* Not available on all models
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uuLocking and Unlocking the DoorsuLocking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
Controls
When you lock the driver’s door with a key, all
of the other doors and tailgate lock at the
same time. When unlocking, the driver’s door
unlocks first. Turn the key a second time
within a few seconds to unlock the remaining
doors and the tailgate.
Fully insert the key and turn it.
■
Locking/Unlocking the Doors Using a Key
Lock
Unlock
Models with remote transmitter
Lock
Unlock
Models without remote transmitter
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uuLocking and Unlocking the DoorsuLocking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
Controls
■
Locking the driver’s door
Pull the lock tab rearward
a
or push the
master door lock switch in the lock direction
b
, and close the door.
Pull and hold the outside door handle, then
pull the lock tab rearward
a
.
Release the handle, then close the door.
■
Locking the passenger’s doors
Pull the lock tab rearward and close the door.
■
Lockout prevention system
The doors and the tailgate cannot be locked when the key is in the ignition switch, and
any door or the tailgate is open.
■
Locking a Door Without Using a Key
1Locking a Door Without Using a Key
When you lock the driver’s door, all the other doors
and tailgate lock at the same time.
Make sure you have the key in your hand before
locking the door to prevent it from being locked in
the vehicle.
Models with remote transmitter
a
b
Models with remote transmitterModels without remote transmitter
Models with remote transmitter
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uuLocking and Unlocking the DoorsuLocking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside
Controls
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside
■
Locking a door
Pull the lock tab rearward.
■
Unlocking a door
Push the lock tab forward.
Press the master door lock switch in as shown
to lock or unlock all doors and the tailgate.
■
Using the Lock Tab
1Using the Lock Tab
When you lock the door using the lock tab on the
driver’s door, all of the other doors and tailgate lock
at the same time.
When you unlock the door using the lock tab on the
driver’s door, only the driver’s door will unlock.
Models with remote transmitter
To UnlockLock Tab
To Lock■
Using the Master Door Lock Switch
*
1Using the Master Door Lock Switch
*
When you lock/unlock the driver’s door and tailgate
using the master lock switch, all the other doors lock/
unlock at the same time.
Master Door Lock Switch To
UnlockTo Lock
* Not available on all models
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uuLocking and Unlocking the DoorsuChildproof Door Locks
Controls
Childproof Door LocksThe childproof door locks prevent the rear doors from being opened from the inside
regardless of the position of the lock tab.
Slide the lever in the rear door to the lock
position, and close the door.
■
When opening the door
Open the door using the outside door handle.
■
Setting the Childproof Door Locks
1Childproof Door Locks
To open the door from the inside when the
childproof door lock is on, put the lock tab in the
unlock position, lower the rear window, put your
hand out of the window, and pull the outside door
handle.
Lock Unlock
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uuLocking and Unlocking the DoorsuAuto Door Locking/Unlocking
*
Controls
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking
*
Your vehicle locks all doors and the tailgate and unlocks the driver’s door
automatically when a certain condition is met.■
Drive lock mode
All doors and the tailgate lock when the vehicle’s speed reaches about 10 mph (15
km/h).
■
Park unlock mode
The driver’s door unlocks when the shift lever is moved into
(P
with the brake pedal
depressed.
■
Ignition switch unlock mode
The driver’s door unlocks when the ignition switch is moved out of ON
(w
.
The settings can be changed to unlock all doors and the tailgate.
■
Auto Door Locking
■
Auto Door Unlocking
1Auto Door Locking/Unlocking
*
You can turn off or change to another auto door
locking/unlocking setting using the master door lock
switch.
2Customizing the Auto Door Locking/
Unlocking Setting
* P. 85
Models with automatic transmissionModels with manual transmission* Not available on all models