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uuWhen DrivinguPrecautions While Driving
Driving
Precautions While Driving
Avoid driving in deep water and on flooded roads. This can damage the engine,
driveline, or cause electrical component failure.
If there is a strong impact with something under the vehicle, stop in a safe location.
Check the underside of the vehicle for damage or any fluid leaks.
■In Rain
■Other Precautions
1Precautions While Driving
NOTICE
Do not operate the shift lever while pressing the
accelerator pedal. You could damage the
transmission.
If the ignition switch is turned to ACCESSORY
(q or
LOCK (0 while driving, the engine will shut down
and all steering and brake power assist functions will
stop, making it difficult to control the vehicle.
Do not put the shift lever in
(N , as you will lose
engine braking (and acceleration) performance.
During the first 600 miles (1,000 km) of operation,
avoid sudden acceleration or full throttle operation so
as to not damage the engine or powertrain.
Avoid hard braking for the first 200 miles (300 km).
You should also follow this when the brake pads are replaced.
NOTICE
The following can damage the under spoiler: • Parking the vehicle by a parking block
• Parallel parking along the road shoulder
• Driving towards the bottom of a hill
• Driving up or down to a different surface level
(such as a road shoulder)
• Driving on a rutted or bumpy road
• Driving on a road with potholes.
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Driving
Parking Your Vehicle
When Stopped 1.Depress the brake pedal firmly.
2. Firmly apply the parking brake.
3. Move the shift lever from
(D to (P.
3. Move the shift lever to
(R .
4. Turn off the engine.
Always set the parking brake firmly, in particular if you are parked on an incline.
1Parking Your Vehicle
Do not park your vehicle near flammable objects,
such as dry grass, oil, or timber.
Heat from the exhaust can cause a fire.
1When Stopped
NOTICE
The following can damage the transmission: • Depressing the accelerator and brake pedals
simultaneously.
• Holding the vehicle in place when facing uphill by
depressing the accelerator pedal.
• Moving the shift lever into
(P before the vehicle
stops completely.
Raise the wiper arms when snow is expected.
Automatic transmission models
Automatic transmission models
Manual transmission models
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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing Maintenance Inspection and Maintenance ............ 192
Safety When Performing Maintenance .... 193Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 194
Maintenance Minder TM
..................... 195
Maintenance Under the Hood Maintenance Items Under the Hood ..... 199
Opening the Hood ........................... 200
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 201
Oil Check ......................................... 202
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 203
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter..... 204
Engine Coolant ................................ 206
Transmission Fluid ............................ 208
Brake/Clutch Fluid ............................ 210
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 211
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 212
Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades .......................................... 218
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 222
Tire and Loading Information Label .. 223
Tire Labeling .................................... 223
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles).. 225Wear Indicators................................ 227 Tire Service Life ................................ 227
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 228
Tire Rotation .................................... 229
Winter Tires ..................................... 230
Battery ............................................... 231
Remote Transmitter Care *
Replacing the Battery ....................... 232
Heating and Cooling *
System
Maintenance ................................... 233
Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 234
Exterior Care.................................... 235
* Not available on all models
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Maintenance
Before Performing Maintenance
Inspection and Maintenance
For your safety, perform all listed inspections and maintenance to keep your vehicle
in good condition. If you become aware of any abnormality (noise, smell, insufficient
brake fluid, oil residue on the ground, etc.), have your vehicle inspected by a dealer.
(Note, however, that service at a dealer is not mandatory to keep your warranties in
effect.) Refer to the separate maintenance booklet for detailed maintenance and
inspection information. ■ Daily inspections
Perform inspections before long distance trips, when washing the vehicle, or when refueling. ■ Periodic inspections
• Check the automatic transmission fluid level monthly.
2 Automatic Transmission Fluid P. 208
• Check the brake fluid level monthly.
2 Brake/Clutch Fluid P. 210
• Check the tire pressure monthly. Examine the tread for wear and foreign objects.
2 Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 222
• Check the operation of the exterior lights monthly.
2 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 212
• Check the condition of the wiper blades at least every six months.
2 Checking and Mainta ining Wiper Blades P. 218
■Types of Inspection and Maintenance
1Inspection and Maintenance
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of
emissions control devices and systems may be
done by any automotive repair establishment or
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uuMaintenance MinderTMuTo Use Maintenance Minder TM
Continued
Maintenance
■Maintenance Service Items1Maintenance Service Items
• Independent of the Maintenance Minder
information, replace the brake fluid every 3 years.
• Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000 km).
• Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if they are noisy.
Maintenance Minder Message
Maintenance Minder Indicator
Sub Items
Main Item
*1: If a message SERVICE does not appear more than 12 months after the display is reset, change the
engine oil every year.
*2: Canadian A/T models only
# : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty.
CODEMaintenance Main Items
A ●
Replace engine oil *1
B●
Replace engine oil and oil filter
● Inspect front and rear brakes/service as necessary
● Check parking brake adjustment
● Inspect tie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots
● Inspect suspension components
● Inspect driveshaft boots
● Inspect brake hoses and lines (Including ABS/VSA)
● Inspect all fluid levels and condition of fluids
● Inspect exhaust system #
● Inspect fuel lines and connections #
● Check expiration date for TRK bottle *2
*3: If you drive in dusty conditions, replace the air cleaner element every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*4: If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from industry and
from diesel-powered vehicles, replace every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*5: If you tow a Fit behind a motorhome, the transmission fluid must be changed every 2 years or 30,000 miles (48,000 km), whichever comes first. (For A/T only)
CODEMaintenance Sub Items
1 ●
Rotate tires
2●Replace air cleaner element *3
● Replace dust and pollen filter *4
● Inspect drive belt
3 ●
Replace transmission fluid *5
4●
Replace spark plugs
● Inspect valve clearance
5 ●
Replace engine coolant
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Maintenance
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood
Brake Fluid
(Black Cap)
Engine Coolant Reservoir Radiator Cap
Washer Fluid
(Blue Cap)
Engine Oil Dipstick
(Orange Loop)
Clutch Fluid
(Gray Cap)
Engine Oil Fill Cap
Automatic Transmission
Fluid Dipstick
(Yellow Loop)
Battery
Manual transmission
models
Automatic transmission
models
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uuMaintenance Under the HooduTransmission Fluid
Maintenance
Check the fluid level when the engine is at normal operating temperature.1.Park the vehicle on level ground.
2. Remove the transmission filler bolt and
washer. Carefully feel inside the bolt hole
with your fingers.
uCheck if the fluid level is up to the edge
of the bolt hole.
3. If the fluid level is not up to the edge of the
bolt hole, add Honda Manual Transmission
Fluid (MTF) until it runs out of the hole.
4. Put a new washer on the filler bolt, then
reinstall the filler bolt.
uTightening torque:
33 lbfft (44 Nm, 4.5 kgfm)
■Manual Transmission Fluid
Specified fluid: Honda Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF)
1Manual Transmission Fluid
If Honda MTF is not available, you may use the API
certificated SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 viscosity motor
oil as a temporary measure.
Replace with MTF as soon as possible. Motor oil does
not contain the proper additives for the transmission
and continued use can cause decreased shifting
performance and lead to transmission damage.
Filter Bolt
Washer
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uuFusesuFuse Locations
Handling the UnexpectedLocated behind the fuse lid. Pull the fuse lid toward you.
Fuse locations are shown on the label on
the side panel.
Locate the fuse in question by the fuse
number and label number.
■Interior Fuse Box
Fuse Lid
Fuse Label
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1Back Up10 A
2TPMS*(7.5 A)
3Driver’s Power Window20 A
4−−
5Back Up Light10 A
6SRS10 A
7Transmission SOL *(10 A)
8SRS7.5 A
9Fog Light*(20 A)
10A/C*7.5 A
11ABS/VSA7.5 A
12ACG10 A
13ACC Socket20 A
14Key Lock/Radio7.5 A
15Daytime Running Light7.5 A
16Rear Wiper10 A
17Front Passenger’s Power
Window20 A
18Rear Passenger’s Side Power Window20 A
19Rear Driver’s Side Power Window20 A
20Fuel Pump15 A
21Washer15 A
22Meter7.5 A
23Hazard10 A
24Stop/Horn10 A
25−−
26LAF10 A
27Door Lock Main *(30 A)
28Headlight Main20 A
29Small Light10 A
30Main Fan Motor30 A
31−−
32Passenger’s Side Headlight
Low Beam10 A
33IG Coil15 A
34Driver’s Side Headlight Low Beam10 A
35Door Lock*(15 A)
36Door Lock
*(15 A)
37ABS/VSA FSR30 A
38Door Lock*(15 A)
39IGP15 A
40−−
41−−
42−−
Circuit ProtectedAmps
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uuSpecificationsu
Information
■Brake/Clutch Fluid
■Automatic Transmission Fluid
■Manual Transmission Fluid
SpecifiedHonda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
SpecifiedHonda ATF DW-1
(automatic transmission fluid)
Capacity Change 2.6 US qt (2.5 )
SpecifiedHonda Manual Transmission Fluid
Capacity Change 1.6 US qt (1.5 )
■Engine Oil
■Engine Coolant
*1: Automatic transmission models
*2: Manual transmission models
Recommended·Genuine Honda Motor Oil 0W-20
·API Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil
Capacity Change 3.6 US qt (3.4 )
Change
including filter
3.8 US qt (3.6 )
SpecifiedHonda Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water
Capacity
1.18 US gal (4.47 ) *1
(change including the remaining
0.116 US gal (0.44 ) in the reserve tank)
1.15 US gal (4.37 ) *2

(change including the remaining
0.116 US gal (0.44 ) in the reserve tank)
■Tire
*1: All models except Sport models
*2: Sport models
*3: U.S. models and Canadian manual transmission models
RegularSize175/65R15 84S *1
185/55R16 83H *2
Pressure
psi (kPa[kgf/cm
2
])32 (220 [2.2]) *1
33 (230 [2.3]) *2
Compact
Spare Size T135/80D15 99M
*3
Pressure
psi (kPa[kgf/cm 2
]) 60 (420 [4.2])
*3
Wheel SizeRegular15 x 5 1/2J
*1
16 x 6J *2
Compact Spare15 x 4T *3
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Index
Index
A
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System).................. 183
Accessories and Modifications ................ 190
Accessory Power Socket ........................... 115
Active Head Restraints ............................. 107
Additives Coolant .................................................. 206
Engine Oil ............................................... 201
Washer ................................................... 211
Additives, Engine Oil ............................... 201
Adjusting
Armrest .................................................. 110
Front Seats.............................................. 103
Head Restraints ....................................... 105
Headlights .............................................. 212
Mirrors.................................................... 102
Rear Seats ............................................... 108
Steering Wheel ....................................... 101
Air Conditioning System
(Heating and Cooling System) ................ 118
Cooling................................................... 120 Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ................................................ 120
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 233
Heating................................................... 119
Air Pressure ...................................... 223, 269
Airbags ....................................................... 34
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 40
After a Collision ........................................ 38
Airbag Care .............................................. 48
Event Data Recorder ................................. 19 Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 37
Indicator ........................................ 45, 67, 69
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 46
Sensors ...................................................... 34
Side Airbag Cutoff System ......................... 43
Side Airbag Off Indicator ........................... 47
Side Airbags .............................................. 41
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 44
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 183
Indicator .................................................... 67
Armrest ..................................................... 110
Audio System ............................................ 122
Adjusting the Sound ................................ 126
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 123
Error Messages ........................................ 135
General Information ................................ 137
MP3/WMA/AAC ...................................... 133
Recommended CDs ................................. 137
Recommended Devices ............................ 139
Remote Controls ......................................... 3
Security Code .......................................... 124
Theft Protection ....................................... 124
USB Adapter Cable .................................. 123
USB Flash Drives ...................................... 139
Authorized Manuals ................................. 277
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................... 84
Customize ................................................. 85
Automatic Transmission ........................... 164
Creeping ................................................. 164
Fluid ........................................................ 208
Kickdown ................................................ 164 Operating the Shift Lever........... 13, 166, 168
Sequential Shift Mode ............................. 169
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 253
Shifting ........................................... 165, 167
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 123
Average Fuel Economy .............................. 74
B Battery ...................................................... 231
Charging System Indicator................. 65, 256
Jump Starting .......................................... 251
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ........ 231
Maintenance (Replacing) ......................... 232
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 26
Beverage Holders ..................................... 114
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®..................... 140
Booster Seats (For Children) ...................... 60
Brake System ............................................ 181
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)................... 183
Brake Assist System ................................. 184
Fluid ........................................................ 210
Foot Brake............................................... 182
Indicator............................................ 64, 258
Parking Brake .......................................... 181
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) ...... 99
Bulb Replacement .................................... 212
Brake Light, Taillight, Back-Up Light and Rear Turn Signal Lights .......................... 216
Fog Lights ............................................... 214
Headlights ............................................... 212
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