tailgate HONDA FIT 2012 2.G User Guide

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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.
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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
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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.
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Locking the passenger’s doors
Pull the lock tab rearward and close the door.
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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.
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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
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Locking a door
Pull the lock tab rearward.
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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.
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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 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).
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Park unlock mode
The driver’s door unlocks when the shift lever is moved into
(P
with the brake pedal
depressed.
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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.
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Auto Door Locking
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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

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uuLocking and Unlocking the DoorsuCustomizing the Auto Door Locking/Unlocking Setting
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Controls
Customizing the Auto Door Locking/Unlocking Setting
*
You can customize the auto door locking/unlocking setting to your liking using the master door lock switch.■
Auto door locking
■
Auto door unlocking
*1: Default setting
*2: Default setting for automatic transmission models
*3: Default setting for manual transmission models
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List of the Auto Door Locking/Unlocking Customizable Options
Mode
Description
Drive Lock Mode
*1
All doors and the tailgate lock when the vehicle’s speed reaches about 10 mph (15 km/h).
Park Lock Mode
All doors and the tailgate lock when the shift lever is moved out of
(P
with the brake pedal depressed.
Off
The auto door locking is deactivated all the time.
Mode
Description
Park Unlock Mode
Driver’s door unlocks
*2
All doors and the tailgate unlock
When the shift lever is moved into
(P
with the brake pedal depressed.
Ignition Switch Unlock
Mode
Driver’s door unlocks
*3
All doors and the tailgate unlock
When the ignition switch is moved out of ON
(w
.
Off
The auto door unlocking is deactivated all the time.
Models with
automatic transmissionModels with
automatic transmission* Not available on all models

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uuLocking and Unlocking the DoorsuCustomizing the Auto Door Locking/Unlocking Setting
*
Controls
*1: Default setting for manual transmission models
*2: Default setting for automatic transmission models■
Customizing Flow for Auto Door Unlocking Options
Steps
Ignition Switch Unlock Mode
Park Unlock Mode
Off
To unlock driver’s
door
*1
To unlock all doors
and the tailgate
To unlock driver’s
door
*2
To unlock all doors
and the tailgate
1
Apply the parking brake.
Move the shift lever out of
(P
with the brake
pedal depressed.
Apply the parking brake.
Move the shift lever to
(P
.
Apply the parking brake.
Move the shift lever to
(P
.
2
The driver’s door must be closed at this stage.
Open the driver’s door.
3
Turn the ignition switch to ON
(w
.
Turn the ignition switch to ON
(w
.
4
Press and hold the rear of the master door lock switch on the driver’s door for more than five seconds. You will hear a click twice.
5
Release the switch.
Keep pressing the switch
for another five seconds
to hear one more click.
Release the switch.
Keep pressing the switch
for another five seconds
to hear one more click.
Release the switch.
6
Turn the ignition switch to ACCESSORY
(q
within 20 seconds.
uCustomization is completed.
Models with automatic transmission
Models with automatic transmission
Models with automatic transmission

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Opening and Closing the TailgatePrecautions for Opening/Closing the TailgateAlways make sure individuals and objects are clear of the tailgate before opening or
closing it.■
Opening the tailgate
•Open the tailgate all the way.
uIf it is not fully opened, the tailgate may begin to close under its own weight.
•Be careful when it is windy. The wind may cause the tailgate to close.
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Closing the tailgate
Keep the tailgate closed while driving to:
uAvoid possible damage.
uPrevent exhaust gas from leaking into the vehicle.
2Carbon Monoxide Gas P. 61
Using the Key
*
Insert the key in the cylinder to lock and
unlock the tailgate.
1Precautions for Opening/Closing the Tailgate
Be careful not to put your hands between the tailgate
and the cargo area when closing the gate.
When you are storing or picking up luggage from the
cargo area while the engine is idling, do not stand in
front of the exhaust pipe. You may get burned.
Do not allow any passenger in the cargo space. They
may get hurt during hard braking, a sudden
acceleration, or a crash.
Lock
Unlock
Key
* Not available on all models

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uuOpening and Closing the TailgateuUsing the Tailgate Open Handle
Controls
Using the Tailgate Open Handle
When all the doors are unlocked, the tailgate
is unlocked.
Pull up the tailgate open handle and lift open
the tailgate.
To close the tailgate, grab the inner handle,
pull the tailgate down, and push it closed
from outside.
Tailgate Open
Handle
Models with remote transmitterAll models
Inner Handle

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Security SystemImmobilizer SystemThe immobilizer system prevents a key that has not been pre-registered from
starting the engine. Each key contains electronic transmitters that use electronic
signals to verify the key.
Pay attention to the following when inserting the key into the ignition switch:
•Do not allow objects that emit strong radio waves near the ignition switch.
•Make sure the key is not covered by or touching a metal object.
•Do not bring a key from another vehicle’s immobilizer system near the ignition
switch.Security System Alarm
*
The security system alarm activates when the doors, tailgate, or hood are opened
without the key, or remote transmitter.■
When the security system alarm activates
The horn sounds intermittently and all of the exterior lights flash.
■
To deactivate the security system alarm
Unlock the vehicle using the key, or remote transmitter. The system, along with the
horn and flashing lights, is deactivated.
1Immobilizer System
NOTICELeaving the ignition key in the vehicle can result in
theft or accidental movement of the vehicle.
Always take the ignition key with you whenever you
leave the vehicle unattended.
Do not alter the system or add other devices to it.
Doing so may damage the system and make your
vehicle inoperable.1Security System Alarm
*
The security alarm continues for a maximum of two
minutes until the security system deactivates.
* Not available on all models

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uuSecurity SystemuSecurity System Alarm
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Controls
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Setting the security system alarm
The security system alarm automatically sets when the following conditions have
been met:
•The ignition switch is in LOCK
(0
, and the key has been removed from the
ignition switch.
•The hood is closed.
•All doors and the tailgate are locked with the key or the remote transmitter.
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When the security system alarm sets
The security system indicator in the instrument panel blinks. When the blinking
interval changes after about 15 seconds, the security system is set.
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To cancel the security system alarm
The security system is canceled when the vehicle is unlocked using the key or remote
transmitter. The security system indicator goes off at the same time.
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The panic button on the remote
transmitter
If you press the PANIC button for
approximately one second, the following will
occur for about 30 seconds:
•The horn sounds.
•Some exterior lights flash.
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Canceling panic mode
Press any button on the remote transmitter, or turn the ignition switch to ON
(w
.
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Panic Mode
*
1Security System Alarm
*
Do not set the security system alarm when someone
is in the vehicle or a window is open. The system can
accidentally activate when:•Unlocking the door with the lock tab or the master
door lock switch.
If the battery goes dead after you have set the
security system alarm, the security alarm may go off
once the battery is recharged or replaced.
If this occurs, deactivate the security system alarm by
unlocking a door using the key or remote transmitter.
Do not attempt to alter this system or add another
device to it.
Panic
Button* Not available on all models