engine HONDA FIT 2013 3.G Owners Manual

Contents
Child Safety P. 49 Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 61 Safety Labels P. 62
Opening and Closing the Tailgate P. 88Security System P. 90
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 94 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 102
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items P. 111 Heating and Cooling *
P. 118
Audio Error Messages P. 135 General Information on the Audio System P. 137
When Driving P. 161 Braking P. 181 Parking Your Vehicle P. 185
Accessories and Modifications P. 190
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 199 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 212
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 222 Battery P. 231 Remote Transmitter Care *
P. 232
Cleaning P. 234
Engine Does Not Start P. 250 Jump Starting P. 251 Shift Lever Does Not Move P. 253
Fuses P. 260 Emergency Towing P. 264
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 271 Reporting Safety Defects P. 272
Authorized Manuals P. 277 Customer Service Information P. 278
Quick Reference GuideP. 2
Safe DrivingP. 21
Instrument PanelP. 63
ControlsP. 75
FeaturesP. 121
DrivingP. 153
MaintenanceP. 191
Handling the UnexpectedP. 237
InformationP. 267
IndexP. 279
Note: All page numbers referenced in this document are hyperlinked.
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Quick Reference Guide
Safe Driving (P 21)
Airbags (P34)
● Your vehicle is fitted with airbags to help protect you and
your passengers during a moderate-to-severe collision.
Child Safety (P49)
● All children 12 and younger should be seated in the rear seat.
● Smaller children should be properly restrained in a forward-facing child seat.
● Infants must be properly restrained in a rear-facing child seat.
Exhaust Gas Hazard (P61)
● Your vehicle emits dangerous exhaust gases that contain
carbon monoxide. Do not run the engine in confined spaces
where carbon monoxide gas can accumulate.
Before Driving Checklist (P154)
● Before driving, check that the front seats, head restraints,
steering wheel, and mirrors have been properly adjusted. Seat Belts
(P26)
● Fasten your seat belt and sit upright well back in the seat.
● Check that your passengers are wearing
their seat belts correctly.
Fasten your lap belt as
low as possible.
* Not available on all models
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Driving (P153)
Depress the brake pedal and press
the release button to move out of
(P.
Manua
l Transmission
(P171)
Automatic Transmission (P165)
● Shift to
(P and depress the brake pedal when starting the engine.
Shifting
Park
Turn off or start the engine.
Transmission is locked. Reverse Used when reversing. Neutral
Transmission is not locked. Drive
Normal driving.On models with paddle shifter,
D-paddle shift mode can be used. Drive (D3)Used when:
•Going up or down hills
Models without paddle shifter
Second Used to increase engine braking
(the transmission is locked in 2nd gear) First
Used to further increase engine braking
(the transmission is locked in 1st gear)
S Position
Sequential shift mode can be used.
Models with paddle shifter
Move the shift lever without
pressing the release button.
Press the release button to move
the shift lever. Paddle Shifters
*
(P169)
● Paddle shifters allow you to shift gears much like a manual
transmission (1st through 5th). This is useful for engine
braking.
● D-paddle shift mode: The tran smission will shift back to
automatic mode once the system detects that the vehicle
is cruising.
● Sequential shift mode: Hold s the selected gear, and the M
indicator comes on.
Paddle Shifter
(-Paddle Shifter (+
(M
Indicator
Selected Gear
Number
● The selected gear
position is shown in the instrument panel.
Models with
paddle shifterModels without
paddle shifter
Shift Lever
Release Button
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VSA® OFF Button (P177)
● The vehicle stability assist (VSA ®) system
helps stabilize the vehicle during
cornering, and helps maintain traction
while accelerating on loose or slippery road surfaces.
● VSA ® comes on automatically every time
you start the engine.
● To turn VSA ® on or off, press and hold
the button until you hear a beep.
Cruise Control *
(P173)
● Cruise control allows you to maintain a
set speed without keeping your foot on
the accelerator pedal.
● To use cruise control, press the CRUISE
button, then press DECEL/SET once you
have achieved the de sired speed (above
25 mph or 40 km/h).
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (P178)
● TPMS monitors tire pressure.
● TPMS is turned on automatically every time you start the engine.
U.S. models only
Refueling (P186)
Fuel recommendation: Unleaded gasoline with a pump octane number 87 or higher required
Fuel tank capacity: 10.6 US gal (40 L)
a Press on the edge of the fuel fill door to make it
pop up slightly.
b Turn the fuel fill cap
slowly to remove the cap.
c Place the cap in the holder on the fuel fill
door.
d After refueling, screw
the cap back on until it clicks at least once.
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Maintenance (P191)
Under the Hood (P199)
● Check engine oil, engine coolant, and windshield washer fluid. Add when necessary.
● Check brake fluid and clutch fluid.
● Check the battery condition monthly.
a Pull the hood release handle under the corner of the
dashboard.
b Locate the hood latch lever, pull the lever up, and lift up
the hood.
c When finished, close the hood and make sure it is firmly
locked in place.
Lights (P212)
● Inspect all lights regularly.
Wiper Blades
(P218)
● Replace blades if they leave streaks
across the windshield.
Tires (P222)
● Inspect tires and wheels regularly.
● Check tire pressures regularly.
● Install snow tires for winter
driving.
* Not available on all models
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Handling the Unexpected (P237)
Flat Tire (P239)
● Park in a safe location and repair the flat
tire with the compact spare tire *
, or using
the tire repair kit *
in the cargo area.
Indicators Come On
(P256) ● Identify the indicator and consult the
owner’s manual.
Engine Won’t Start (P250)
● If the battery is dead, jump start using a booster battery.
Blown Fuse (P260)
● Check for a blown fuse if an electrical device does not operate.Overheating (P254)
● Park in a safe location. If you do not see
steam under the hood, open the hood, and let the engine cool down.
Emergency Towing (P264)
● Call a professional towing service if you need to tow your vehicle.
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Safe Driving
Exhaust Gas Hazard
Carbon Monoxide Gas
The engine exhaust from this vehicle contains carbon monoxide, a colorless,
odorless, and highly toxic gas. As long as you properly maintain your vehicle, carbon
monoxide gas will not get into the interior. ■ Have the exhaust system inspected for leaks whenever
• The exhaust system is making an unusual noise.
• The exhaust system may have been damaged.
• The vehicle is raised for an oil change.
When you operate a vehicle with the tailgate open, airflow can pull exhaust gas into
the interior and create a hazardous condition. If you must drive with the tailgate
open, open all the windows and set the heating and cooling *
system as shown
below. 1. Select the fresh air mode.
2. Select the mode.
3. Set the fan speed to high.
4. Set the temperature control to a comfortable setting.
Adjust the heating and cooling *
system in the same manner if you sit in your parked
vehicle with the engine running.
1Carbon Monoxide Gas
An enclosed area such as a garage can quickly fill up
with carbon monoxide gas.
Do not run the engine with the garage door closed.
Even when the garage door is open, drive out of the
garage immediately after starting the engine.
3WARNING
Carbon monoxide gas is toxic.
Breathing it can cause unconsciousness and even kill you.
Avoid any enclosed areas or activities that
expose you to carbon monoxide.
* Not available on all models
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Instrument Panel
Indicators
IndicatorNameOn/BlinkingExplanation
Parking Brake and
Brake System
Indicator
●Comes on for a few seconds when you
turn the ignition switch to ON
(w , then
goes off.
● Comes on when the parking brake is
applied, and goes off when it is released.
● Comes on when the brake fluid level is low.
● Comes on if there is a problem with the
brake system.
● The beeper sounds and the indicator
comes on if you drive with the parking
brake not fully released.
●Comes on while driving - Make sure the parking
brake is released. Check the brake fluid level. 2What to do when the indicator comes on while
driving P. 258
● Comes on along with the ABS indicator - Have
the vehicle checked by a dealer. 2If the Brake System Indicator Comes On P. 258
Low Oil Pressure
Indicator
●
Comes on when you turn the ignition
switch to ON
(w , and goes off when the
engine starts.
● Comes on when the engine oil pressure is low.
●Comes on while driving - Immediately stop in a
safe place. 2If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On
P. 256
U.S.
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IndicatorNameOn/BlinkingExplanation
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
●Comes on when you turn the ignition switch to ON
(w , and goes off either
when the engine starts or after several
seconds if the engine is not started. If
“readiness codes” have not been set, it
blinks five times before it goes off.
● Comes on if there is a problem with the
emissions control system.
● Blinks when a misfire in the engine’s
cylinders is detected.
● Readiness codes are part of the on board diagnostics
for the emissions control systems.
2Testing of Readiness Codes P. 273
● Comes on while driving - Have the vehicle
checked by a dealer.
● Blinks while driving - Stop in a safe place where
there are no flammable objects. Stop the engine for
10 minutes or more, and wait for it to cool down.
Then, take the vehicle to a dealer. 2If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or
Blinks P. 257
Charging System
Indicator
●
Comes on when you turn the ignition switch to ON
(w , and goes off when the
engine starts.
● Comes on when the battery is not charging.
● Comes on while driving - Turn off the heating
and cooling *
system and rear defogger in order to
reduce electricity consumption. 2If the Charging System Indicator Comes On
P. 256
Shift Position
Indicator *●
Indicates the current shift lever position.2 Shifting P. 165
* Not available on all models
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IndicatorNameOn/BlinkingExplanation
ABS (Anti-lock
Brake System)
Indicator
● Comes on for a few seconds when you
turn the ignition switch to ON
(w , then
goes off.
● If it comes on at any other time, there is
a problem with the ABS.
● Stays on constantly - Have the vehicle checked by
a dealer. With this indicator on, your vehicle still has
normal braking ability but no anti-lock function. 2ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) P. 183
Supplemental
Restraint System
Indicator
●
Comes on for a few seconds when you
turn the ignition switch to ON
(w , then
goes off.
● Comes on if a problem with any of the
following is detected: -Supplemental restraint system
- Side airbag system
- Side curtain airbag system
- Seat belt tensioner
●
Stays on constantly or does not come on at all
- Have the vehicle checked by a dealer.
High Temperature
Indicator
● Comes on for a few seconds when you
turn the ignition switch to ON
(w , then
goes off.
● Blinks when the engine coolant
temperature goes up, and stays on if the
temperature continues to rise.
● Blinks while driving - Drive slowly to prevent
overheating.
● Stays on while driving - Immediately stop in a
safe place and allow the engine to cool. 2Overheating P. 254
Low Temperature
Indicator
●
Comes on for a few seconds when you
turn the ignition switch to ON
(w .
● Comes on when the engine coolant
temperature is low.
●
If the indicator stays on after the engine has reached
normal operating temperature, there may be a
problem with the temperature sensors. Have the
vehicle inspected by a dealer.
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