Low fuel indicator HONDA FIT 2013 3.G Owners Manual

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Quick Reference Guide
Instrument Panel (P63)
Lights Reminders
Malfunction
Indicator Lamp Low Oil Pressure Indicator Anti-lock Brake
System (ABS)
Indicator
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA
®) System
Indicator VSA ® OFF Indicator
Electric Power Steering (EPS) Indicator
Lights On Indicator
High Beam Indicator
Immobilizer System
Indicator
Seat Belt Reminder
Indicator
System Indicators
CRUISE MAIN
Indicator * Supplemental
Restraint System
Indicator
Side Airbag Off
Indicator
Door and Tailgate
Open Indicator
Tachometer Speedometer
Fuel Gauge
Security System Alarm Indicator *
Shift Lever Position Indicator *
Low Fuel Indicator
Gauges
(P72)/Information Display (P73)/System Indicators (P64)
Turn Signal and Hazard Warning Indicators
High Temperature Indicator
Low Temperature Indicator
System Indicators System Indicators
Low Tire Pressure
Indicator
U.S. models only
Parking Brake
and Brake System
IndicatorCRUISE CONTROL
Indicator * System Indicators
Charging System Indicator
U.S.
U.S.
Canada
TPMS
Indicator
U.S. models only
Washer Level
Indicator *
Daytime Running Lights Indicator
*
Maintenance
Minder Indicator
Fog Light Indicator
*
Canada
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uuIndicatorsu
Instrument Panel
IndicatorNameOn/BlinkingExplanation
Transmission
Indicator*
●
Comes on for a few seconds when you
turn the ignition switch to ON
(w , then
goes off.
● Blinks if the transmission system has a
problem.
●Blinks while driving - Avoid sudden starts and
acceleration and have the vehicle checked by a dealer immediately.
M (sequential shift
mode) Indicator/
Gear Position
Indicator *●
Comes on when the manual sequential
shift mode is applied.
● Blinks if the transmission system has a
problem.
2 Sequential Shift Mode P. 169
Seat Belt Reminder
Indicator
●
Comes on and the beeper sounds if you
are not wearing a seat belt when you
turn the ignition switch to ON
(w .
● If the front passenger is not wearing a
seat belt, the indicator comes on a few seconds later.
● Blinks while driving if either you or the
front passenger has not fastened a seat
belt. The beeper sounds and the
indicator blinks at regular intervals.
●The beeper stops and the indicator goes off when
you and the front passenger fasten their seat belts.
● Stays on after you or the front passenger has
fastened the seat belt - A detection error may
have occurred in the sensor. Have the vehicle
checked by a dealer. 2Seat Belt Reminder P. 27
Low Fuel Indicator
●
Comes on when the fuel reserve is
running low (approximately 1.64 U.S.
gal./6.2 Liter left).
● Blinks if there is a problem with the fuel gauge.●Comes on - Refuel your vehicle as soon as possible.
● Blinks - Have the vehicle checked by a dealer.
* Not available on all models
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Driving
■ Second gear lock mode
If you pull the
(+ paddle shifter while stopped or driving at 6 mph (10 km/h) or less,
the gear position will be locked in 2nd gear. This makes it easier to pull away on
slippery surfaces such as snow covered roads.
To cancel the 2nd gear lock mode, pull the
(- paddle shifter, or move the shift lever
from
(S to (D.
■Sequential Shift Mode Operation1Sequential Shift Mode Operation
Each paddle shift operation makes a single gear change.
To change gears continuously, release the paddle
shifter before pulling it again for the next gear.
Recommended Shift Points
Use this table as a guideline for efficient fuel
economy and effective emission control. If the gear posit ion indicator blinks when you try to
shift up or down, this means your vehicle speed is not
in its allowa ble gear shifting range.
Slightly accelerate to shift up and decelerate to shift
down while the indicator is blinking. Shift Up Normal Acceleration
1st to 2nd15 mph (24 km/h)
2nd to 3rd 25 mph (40 km/h)
3rd to 4th40 mph (64 km/h)
4th to 5th 47 mph (76 km/h)
Upshifting when pulling the (+ paddle shifter
(Changes to a higher gear)
Downshifting when pulling the (-
paddle shifter
(Changes to a higher gear)
(- Paddle Shifter
(Shift down)(+ Paddle Shifter
(Shift up)
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Driving
Refueling
Fuel Information ■Fuel recommendation
Use of lower octane gasoline can cause a persistent, heavy metallic knocking noise
that can lead to engine damage. ■ Top tier detergent gasoline
Because the level of detergency and additives in gasoline vary in the market, Honda
endorses the use of “TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline” where available to help
maintain the performance and reliability of your vehicle. TOP TIER Detergent
Gasoline meets a new gasoline standard jointly established by leading automotive
manufacturers to meet the needs of today’s advanced engines.
Qualifying gasoline retailers will, in most cases, identify their gasoline as having met
“TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline” standards at the retail location. This fuel is
guaranteed to contain the proper level of detergent additives and be free of metallic
additives. The proper level of detergent additives, and absence of harmful metallic
additives in gasoline, help avoid build-up of deposits in your engine and emission
control system.
For further important fuel-related information for your vehicle, or on information on
gasoline that does not contain MMT, visit www.hondacars.com. In Canada, visit
www.honda.ca for additional information on gasoline. For more information on top
tier gasoline, visit www.toptiergas.com .
Unleaded gasoline, pump oc tane number 87 or higher
1Fuel Information
NOTICE
We recommend quality gasoline containing
detergent additives that help prevent fuel system and
engine deposits. In addition, in order to maintain
good performance, fuel economy, and emissions control, we strongly recommend the use of gasoline
that does NOT contain harmful manganese-based
fuel additives such as MMT, if such gasoline is
available.
Use of gasoline with these additives may adversely
affect performance, and cause the malfunction
indicator lamp on your instrument panel to come on.
If this happens, contact a dealer for service.
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Maintenance
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires
To safely operate your vehicle, your tires must be of the proper type and size, in
good condition with adequate tread, and properly inflated. ■ Inflation guidelines
Properly inflated tires provide the best combination of handling, tread life, and comfort.
Refer to the driver’s doorjamb label or sp ecification’s page for the specified pressure.
Underinflated tires wear unevenly, adversely affect handling and fuel economy, and
are more likely to fail from overheating.
Overinflated tires make your vehicle ride harshly, are more prone to road hazards,
and wear unevenly.
Every day before you drive, look at each of the tires. If one looks lower than the
others, check the pressure with a tire gauge.
At least once a month or before long trips, use a gauge to measure the pressure in
all tires, including the spare. Even tires in good condition can lose 1 to 2 psi (10 to
20 kPa, 0.1 to 0.2 kgf/cm 2
) per month.
■ Inspection guidelines
Every time you check inflation, also examine the tires and valve stems.
Look for:• Bumps or bulges on the side or in the tread. Replace the tire if you find any cuts,
splits, or cracks in the side of the tire. Re place it if you see fabric or cord.
• Remove any foreign objects and inspect for air leaks.
• Uneven tread wear. Have a dealer check the wheel alignment.
• Excessive tread wear.
2 Wear Indicators P. 227
• Cracks or other damage around valve stem.
1Checking Tires
Measure the air pressure when tires are cold. This
means the vehicle has been par ked for at least three
hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km). If
necessary, add or release air until the specified pressure is reached.
If checked when hot, tire pressure can be as much as
4–6 psi (30–40 kPa, 0.3–0.4 kgf/cm 2
) higher than if
checked when cold.
Have a dealer check the tires if you feel a consistent
vibration while driving. New tires and any that have
been removed and reinstalled should be properly balanced.
3WARNING
Using tires that are excessively worn or
improperly inflated can cause a crash in
which you can be seri ously hurt or killed.
Follow all instruc tions in this owner’s
manual regarding tire inflation and
maintenance.
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Handling the Unexpected
Engine Does Not Start
Checking the Engine
If the engine does not start, turn the ignition switch to START
(e and check the
starter.
Starter conditionChecklist
Starter doesn’t turn or turns over slowly.
The battery may be dead. Check
each of the items on the right and
respond accordingly.Check brightness of the interior light.
Turn on interior lights and check brightness. ● If the interior lights are dim or do not come on at all
2Battery P. 231
● If the interior lights come on normally 2 Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 263
The starter turns over normally
but the engine doesn’t start.
There may be a problem with the
fuse. Check each of the items on
the right and respond accordingly.Review the engine start procedure.
Follow its instructions, and try to start the engine again. 2 Starting the Engine P. 161
Check the immobilizer system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.
2Immobilizer System P. 90
Check the fuel level. There should be enough fuel in the tank. 2 Fuel Gauge P. 72
Check the fuse.
Check all fuses, or have the vehicle checked by a dealer.
2Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 263
If the problem continues:
2 Emergency Towing P. 264
1Checking the Engine
If you must start the vehicle immediately, use an assisting vehicle to jump start it.
2 Jump Starting P. 251
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Index
High Temperature Indicator ...................... 67
Low Temperature Indicator ....................... 67
Overheating ............................................ 254
Engine Oil ................................................. 201
Adding ................................................... 203
Checking ................................................ 202
Displaying Oil Life ................................... 195
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 64, 256
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 201
EPS
(Electric Power Steering) System ....... 68, 258
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .................................. 61
Exterior Care (Cleaning) .......................... 235
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 102
F
Features .................................................... 121
Filters
Dust and Pollen....................................... 233
Oil .......................................................... 204
Flat Tire ..................................................... 239
Floor Mats ................................................ 234
Fluids Automatic Transmission .......................... 208
Brake/Clutch ........................................... 210
Engine Coolant ....................................... 206
Manual Transmission .............................. 209
Windshield Washer ................................. 211
FM/AM Radio ........................................... 127 Fog Light Indicator
..................................... 70
Folding Down the Rear Seats .................. 108
Foot Brake ................................................. 182
Front Airbags (SRS) ..................................... 37
Front Seats ................................................ 103
Adjusting ................................................. 103
Fuel ...................................................... 14, 186
Economy ................................................. 189
Gauge ....................................................... 72
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 66
Recommendation .................................... 186
Refueling ................................................. 186
Fuel Economy ............................................ 189
Fuel Fill Cap ................................................. 14
Message .................................................. 257
Fuel Fill Door ............................................... 14
Fuses .......................................................... 260
Inspecting and Changing ......................... 263
Locations ................................................. 260
G
Gasoline (Fuel) Economy ................................................. 189
Gauge ....................................................... 72
Information ............................................. 186
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 66
Refueling ................................................. 186
Gauges ........................................................ 72
Gear Shift Lever Positions
Automatic Transmission ................... 165, 167 Manual Transmission ............................... 172
Glass (care) ................................................ 236
Glove Box .................................................. 113
H Halogen Bulbs .................................. 212, 214
Handling the Unexpected ........................ 237
HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) ............................... 140
Change Language ................................... 151
Help Features .......................................... 141
Making a Call .......................................... 146
Menus..................................................... 142
Muting a Call .......................................... 147
Phone Setup............................................ 144
Phonebook.............................................. 148
Receiving a Call ....................................... 147 Sending Numbers or Names During a
Call ......................................................... 147
Transferring a Call ................................... 147
Hazard Warning Button .............................. 2
Head Restraints ........................................ 105
Headlights ................................................... 95
Aiming .................................................... 212
Dimming ............................................. 95, 96
Operating.................................................. 95
Heated Door Mirrors ................................ 100
Heating and Cooling System ................... 118
Cooling ................................................... 120Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ............................................... 120
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Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 233
Heating ................................................... 119
HFL (HandsFreeLink ®)............................... 140
High-Beam Indicator .................................. 70
I
Identification Numbers ............................ 270
Engine and Transmission.......................... 270
Vehicle Identification ............................... 270
Ignition Switch ............................................ 94
Illumination Control ................................... 99
Knob ......................................................... 99
Immobilizer System .................................... 90
Indicator .................................................... 70
Indicators ..................................................... 64
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ..................... 67
Charging System ............................... 65, 256
CRUISE CONTROL .............................. 71, 174
CRUISE MAIN .................................... 71, 173
Daytime Running Lights ............................. 71
Door and Tailgate Open....................... 25, 68
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ............................................. 68, 258
Fog Light ................................................... 70
High Temperature...................................... 67
High-Beam ................................................ 70
Immobilizer System .................................... 70
Lights On ................................................... 70
Low Fuel .................................................... 66
Low Oil Pressure ................................ 64, 256 Low Temperature ...................................... 67
Low Tire Pressure .............................. 69, 178
Maintenance Minder
TM
...................... 71, 195
Malfunction Indicator Lamp............... 65, 257
Parking Brake and Brake System ........ 64, 258
Seat Belt Reminder .............................. 27, 66
Security System Alarm ............................... 71
Shift Position ............................................. 65
Side Airbag Off ................................... 47, 69
Supplemental Restraint System ............ 45, 67
TPMS ................................................ 69, 180
Transmission ............................................. 66
Turn Signal ................................................ 70
VSA ®
(Vehicle Stability Assist) System ........ 68, 176
VSA ® OFF .......................................... 68, 177
Washer Level ............................................. 71
Information .............................................. 267
Information Display ................................... 73
Instrument Panel ........................................ 63
Brightness Control..................................... 99
Interior Lights ........................................... 111
Interior Rearview Mirror .......................... 102
J
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ................ 238, 242
Jump Starting ........................................... 251 K
Keyless Lockout Prevention
....................... 81
Keys ............................................................. 77
Lockout Prevention ................................... 81
Rear Door Won’t Open ............................. 83
Remote Transmitter .................................. 79
Types and Functions.................................. 77
Won’t Turn ............................................... 17
Kickdown (Automatic Transmission) ...... 164
L
LATCH (Child Seats) ................................... 54
Lights .................................................. 95, 212
Bulb Replacement ................................... 212
Daytime Running Lights ............................ 96
Fog Lights ................................................. 96
High-Beam Indicator ................................. 70
Interior.................................................... 111
Light Switches........................................... 95
Lights On Indicator .................................... 70
Turn Signals .............................................. 95
Load Limits ............................................... 157
Locking/Unlocking ..................................... 77
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................... 84
Childproof Door Locks .............................. 83
From Inside ............................................... 82
From Outside ............................................ 79
Keys.......................................................... 77
Lockout Prevention System ....................... 81
Using a Key............................................... 80
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Index
Lockout Prevention System....................... 81
Low Battery Charge ................................. 256
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 66
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 64, 256
Lower Anchors ........................................... 54
Lubricant Specifications Chart ................ 269
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 157
M
Maintenance ............................................ 191
Battery .................................................... 231
Brake/Clutch Fluid ................................... 210
Cleaning ................................................. 234
Coolant .................................................. 206
Heating and Cooling System ................... 233
Maintenance Minder TM
............................ 195
Oil .......................................................... 202
Precautions ............................................. 192
Radiator .................................................. 207
Remote Transmitter ................................ 232
Replacing Light Bulbs .............................. 212
Safety ..................................................... 193
Service Items ........................................... 197
Tires........................................................ 222
Transmission Fluid ................................... 208
Under the Hood ...................................... 199
Malfunction Indicator Lamp ............. 65, 257
Manual Transmission ............................... 171
Map Lights ................................................ 111
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 157 Meters, Gauges
........................................... 72
Mirrors ....................................................... 102
Adjusting ................................................. 102
Door ........................................................ 102
Exterior .................................................... 102
Interior Rearview ..................................... 102
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 190
MP3 ................................................... 129, 133
N
Numbers (Identification) .......................... 270
OOdometer .................................................... 73
Oil (Engine) ............................................... 201
Adding .................................................... 203
Checking ................................................. 202
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 195
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .................. 64, 256
Recommended Engine Oil ........................ 201
Viscosity .................................................. 201
Opening/Closing Hood ....................................................... 200
Power Windows ........................................ 92
Tailgate ..................................................... 88
Overheating .............................................. 254 P
Paddle Shifters (Sequential Shift Mode)
..................... 13, 169
Panic Mode ................................................. 91
Parking ...................................................... 185
Parking Brake ........................................... 181
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator ............................................ 64, 258
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator ................. 46
Passing Indicators ....................................... 95
Precautions While Driving ....................... 163
Rain ........................................................ 163
Pregnant Women ....................................... 32
Puncture (Tire) .................................. 239, 245
R
Radiator .................................................... 207
Radio (FM/AM) ......................................... 127
Radio Data System (RDS) ......................... 128
RDS (Radio Data System) ......................... 128
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing) ....... 273
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button ..................................................... 100
Rear Seats (Folding Down) ...................... 108
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 102
Refueling .................................................. 186
Fuel Gauge................................................ 72
Gasoline .......................................... 186, 268
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 66
Regulations ............................... 179, 225, 271
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Index
Remote Transmitter.................................... 79
Replacement
Battery..................................................... 232
Bulbs ....................................................... 212
Fuses ............................................... 260, 261
Tires ........................................................ 228
Wiper Blade Rubber ......................... 218, 220
Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 272
Resetting a Trip Meter ............................... 73
S Safe Driving ................................................. 21
Safety Check ................................................ 25
Safety Labels ............................................... 62
Safety Message ........................................... 20
Seat Belts ..................................................... 26
Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor .................. 30
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners .................. 28
Checking ................................................... 33
Detachable Anchor .................................... 31
Fastening ................................................... 29
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/
Shoulder Seat Belt.................................... 56
Pregnant Women ...................................... 32
Reminder ................................................... 27
Warning Indicator ................................ 27, 66
Seats .......................................................... 103
Adjusting ................................................. 103
Front Seats .............................................. 103
Rear Seats................................................ 108 Seat Under Box ....................................... 116
Security System ........................................... 90
Immobilizer System Indicator ..................... 70
Security System Alarm Indicator................. 71
Select Lever ................................. 13, 165, 171
Operation.......................... 13, 166, 167, 168
Releasing................................................. 253
Won’t Move ............................................ 253
Select/Reset Knob ....................................... 73
Selecting a Child Seat ................................. 53
Selector Knob (Audio) .............................. 125
Sequential Shift Mode ............................. 169
Setting the Clock ........................................ 76
Shift Lever ........................... 13, 165, 167, 171
Shift Position Indicator .............. 65, 166, 168
Shifting (Transmission) ............. 165, 167, 171
Shoulder Anchor ........................................ 30
Side Airbags ................................................ 41
Cutoff System ........................................... 43
Off Indicator.............................................. 43
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 44
Snow Tires ................................................. 230
Spare Tire .......................................... 239, 269
Spark Plugs ............................................... 268
Specifications ............................................ 268
Specified Fuel ................................... 186, 268
Speedometer .............................................. 72
SRS Airbags (Airbags) ................................. 37
Starting the Engine .................................. 161
Does Not Start......................................... 250
Engine Switch Buzzer ................................ 94 Jump Starting ......................................... 251
Steering Wheel ........................................ 101
Adjusting ................................................ 101
Stopping ................................................... 185
Summer Tires ............................................ 230
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ....... 37
Switches
(Around the Steering Wheel) .......... 2, 3, 94
T Tachometer ................................................ 72
Tailgate ....................................................... 88
Unable to Open ...................................... 266
Temperature
High Temperature Indicator ...................... 67
Low Temperature Indicator ....................... 67
Time (Setting) ............................................. 76
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ..................................................... 178
Indicator ........................................... 69, 259
Tire Repair Kit .......................................... 245
Tires .......................................................... 222
Air Pressure..................................... 223, 269
Checking and Maintaining ...................... 222
Inspection ............................................... 222
Labeling .................................................. 223
Puncture (Flat Tire) .................................. 239
Regulations ............................................. 225
Rotation.................................................. 229
Spare Tire ....................................... 239, 269
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