ECO mode HONDA FIT 2014 3.G Owner's Manual
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uuAudio SystemuUSB Adapter Cable
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Features
USB Adapter Cable
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1.Unclip the USB connector and loosen the
adapter cable.
2.Install the iPod® dock connector or the USB
flash drive to the USB connector.
Auxiliary Input JackUse the jack to connect standard audio devices.
1.Open the AUX cover.
2.Connect a standard audio device to the
input jack using a 1/8 inch (3.5 mm) stereo
miniplug.
uThe audio system automatically switches
to the AUX mode.
1USB Adapter Cable
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•Do not leave the iPod® or USB flash drive in the
vehicle. Direct sunlight and high temperatures may
damage it.•Do not use an extension cable with the USB
adapter cable.•Do not connect the iPod® or USB flash drive using a
hub.•Do not use a device such as a card reader or hard
disk drive, as the device or your files may be
damaged.•We recommend backing up your data before using
the device in your vehicle.•Displayed messages may vary depending on the
device model and software version.
If the audio system does not recognize the iPod®, try
reconnecting it a few times or reboot the device. To
reboot, follow the manufacturer’s instructions
provided with the iPod® or visit www.apple.com/
ipod.
1Auxiliary Input Jack
To switch the mode, press any of the audio mode
buttons. You can return to the AUX mode by
pressing the AUX button.
You cannot use the auxiliary input jack if you replace
the audio system.
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying a CD
130Features
1.Press to switch the display to a folder list.
2.Rotate to select a folder.
3.Press to change the display to a list of
files in that folder.
4.Rotate to select a file, then press .
■How to Select a File from a Folder with the Selector Knob
(MP3/WMA)
1Playing a CDNOTICEDo not use CDs with adhesive labels. The label can
cause the CD to jam in the unit.
WMA files protected by digital rights management
(DRM) cannot be played.
The audio system displays UNSUPPORTED, then
skips to the next file.
Text data appears on the display under the following
circumstances:•When you select a new folder, file, or track.•When you change the audio mode to CD.•When you insert a CD.
The display shows up to 31 characters of text data.
Press and hold the TITLE button to see additional
characters. indicates that the text data continues.
The display goes back to the previous screen if you
press and hold the button again.
If you eject the CD but do not remove it from the slot,
the system reloads the CD automatically after several
seconds.
Track Selection Folder Selection
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying a USB Flash Drive
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Features
Playing a USB Flash Drive
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Your audio system reads and plays sound files on a USB flash drive in either MP3,
WMA or AAC
*1 format.
Connect your USB flash drive to the USB adapter cable, then press the AUX button.
2USB Adapter Cable
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*1:Only AAC format files recorded with iTunes® are playable on this unit.
/ Buttons
Press to skip to the next
folder, and to skip to the
beginning of the previous
folder. (Power) Button
Press to turn the audio
system on and off. / (Seek) Buttons
Press to change files.
RDM (Random) Button●Press to play all files in random order.●Press two times to play all files in the
current folder in random order.●To turn off random, press and hold the
button. Selector Knob
Turn to adjust the volume.
Press and turn to select an item,
then press to set your selection.AUX Button
Press to select USB flash drive
(if connected).
USB Indicator
Comes on when a USB
flash drive is connected.SCAN Button
You will get a 10-second sampling of each file.●Press to sample all files in the current folder.●Press two times to sample the first file in each
of the main folders.●To turn off scan, press and hold the button.RPT (Repeat) Button●Press to replay a file continuously.●Press two times to replay all files in the
current folder.●To turn off repeat, press and hold the
button.
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying a USB Flash Drive
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134Features
1.Press to switch the display to a folder list.
2.Rotate to select a folder.
3.Press to change the display to a list of
files in that folder.
4.Rotate to select a file, then press .
■How to Select a File from a Folder with the Selector Knob
1Playing a USB Flash Drive
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Use the recommended USB flash drives.
2General Information on the Audio System
P. 137
Files in WMA format protected by digital rights
management (DRM) are not played.
The audio system displays UNPLAYABLE FILE, and
then skips to the next file.
If there is a problem, you may see an error message
on the audio display.
2iPod®/USB Flash Drive
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Track Selection Folder Selection* Not available on all models
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uuAudio Error MessagesuiPod®/USB Flash Drive
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Features
iPod®/USB Flash Drive
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If an error occurs while playing an iPod® or USB flash drive, you may see the
following error messages. If you cannot clear the error message, contact a dealer.
Error Message
Solution
USB ERROR
Appears when there is a problem with the USB adapter unit. Check if the device is compatible with the
USB adapter unit.
BAD USB DEVICE
PLEASE CHECK OWNERS
MANUAL
Appears when an incompatible device is connected. Disconnect the device. Then turn the audio system
off, and turn it on again. Do not reconnect the device that caused the error.
iPod NO SONG
Appears when the iPod® is empty. Check that compatible files are stored on the device.
UNSUPPORTED VER.
Appears when an unsupported iPod® is connected. If it appears when a supported iPod® is connected,
update the iPod® software to the newer version.
CONNECT RETRY
Appears when the system does not acknowledge the iPod®. Reconnect the iPod®.
UNPLAYABLE FILE
Appears when the files in the USB flash drive are DRM or an unsupported format. This error message
appears for about 3 seconds, then plays the next song.
USB NO SONG
Appears when the USB flash drive is empty or there are no MP3, WMA, or AAC files in the USB flash
drive. Check that compatible files are stored on the device.
UNSUPPORTED
Appears when an unsupported device is connected. If it appears when a supported device is
connected, reconnect the device.
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uuGeneral Information on the Audio SystemuCompatible iPod® and USB Flash Drives
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Features
Compatible iPod® and USB Flash Drives
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•Use a recommended USB flash drive of 256 MB or higher.
•Some digital audio players may not be compatible.
•Some USB flash drives (e.g., a device with security lockout) may not work.
•Some software files may not allow for audio play or text data display.
•Some versions of MP3, WMA, or AAC formats may be unsupported.■iPod® Model Compatibility
Model
iPod classic® 80GB/160GBiPod classic® 120GB
iPod classic® 160GB (launch in 2009)
iPod® (5th generation)
iPod nano®iPod touch®
■USB Flash Drives
1iPod® Model Compatibility
This system may not work with all software versions
of these devices.1USB Flash Drives
Files on the USB flash drive are played in their stored
order. This order may be different from the order
displayed on your PC or device.
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Driving
This chapter discusses driving, refueling, and information on items such as accessories.
Before Driving
Driving Preparation .......................... 154
Maximum Load Limit........................ 157
Towing a Trailer
Towing Your Vehicle ........................ 159
When Driving
Starting the Engine .......................... 161
Precautions While Driving................. 163
Automatic Transmission ................... 164
Shifting ............................................ 165
Shifting ............................................ 167Models with 7 positions ATModels with 5 positions AT
Shifting ............................................ 171
Cruise Control
*............................... 173
VSA
® (Vehicle Stability Assist), aka ESC
(Electronic Stability Control), System ...... 176
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) .. 178Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) -
Required Federal Explanation ......... 179
Braking
Brake System ................................... 181
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ........... 183
Brake Assist System.......................... 184Manual transmission models
Parking Your Vehicle
When Stopped ................................ 185
Refueling
Fuel Information .............................. 186
How to Refuel ................................. 187
Fuel Economy.................................... 189
Improving Fuel Economy .................. 189
Accessories and Modifications
Accessories ...................................... 190
Modifications................................... 190
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Driving
Towing a TrailerYour vehicle is not designed to tow a trailer. Attempting to do so can void your
warranties.Towing Your VehicleYour vehicle can be towed behind a motorhome.
Perform the following procedure before towing your vehicle.
1.Check the transmission fluid level.
uMake sure the fluid level is between the upper and lower marks.
2.Start the engine.
3.Depress the brake pedal. Move the shift lever through all its positions.
4.Shift to
(D and hold for five seconds, then to
(N. Let the engine run for three
minutes, then turn it off.
5.Release the parking brake.
6.Leave the ignition switch in ACCESSORY
(q.
uMake sure the steering wheel does not lock.
7.Turn off all the electric devices. Do not use any accessory power sockets.
uThis can prevent the battery from running down.
1.Shift to
(N.
2.Release the parking brake.
3.Turn the ignition switch to ACCESSORY
(q.
uMake sure the steering wheel does not lock.
4.Turn off all the electric devices. Do not use any accessory power sockets.
uThis can prevent the battery from running down.
■When Your Vehicle is Towed Behind a Motorhome
1Towing Your VehicleNOTICEFailure to follow the recommended instructions
exactly will result in severe automatic transmission
damage. If you cannot shift the transmission or start
the engine, your vehicle must be transported on a
flat-bed truck or trailer.
Do not exceed 65 mph (100 km/h).
Consult your towing parts sales or rental agency if
any other items are recommended or required for
your towing situation.
If you tow your vehicle behind a motorhome, the
transmission fluid must be changed every 2 years or
30,000 miles (48,000 km), whichever comes first.Automatic transmission modelsAutomatic transmission models1When Your Vehicle is Towed Behind a MotorhomeNOTICESevere transmission damage will occur if the vehicle is
shifted from
(R to (N and then towed with the drive
wheels on the ground.
Automatic transmission models
Automatic transmission modelsManual transmission models
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uuWhen DrivinguStarting the Engine
162Driving
3.Turn the ignition switch to START
(e
without depressing the accelerator pedal.
1.Keeping your right foot on the brake pedal, release the parking brake. Check that
the brake system indicator has gone off.
2Parking Brake P. 181
2.Put the shift lever in
(D. Select
(R when reversing.
3.Gradually release the brake pedal and gently depress the accelerator pedal to pull
away.
1Starting the Engine
Do not hold the key in START
(e for more than 15
seconds.
•If the engine does not start right away, wait for at
least 10 seconds before trying again.•If the engine starts, but then immediately stops,
wait at least 10 seconds before repeating step 3
while gently depressing the accelerator pedal.
Release the accelerator pedal once the engine
starts.
The immobilizer system protects your vehicle from
theft. If an improperly coded device is used, the
engine’s fuel system is disabled.
2Immobilizer System P. 90
■Starting to DriveAutomatic transmission models
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uuWhen DrivinguShifting
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Driving
ShiftingChange the shift position in accordance with your driving needs.■Shift lever positions
1Shifting
You cannot turn the ignition switch to LOCK
(0 and
remove the key unless the shift lever is in
(P.
The vehicle may move forward very slightly even in
(N while the engine is cold.
Depress the brake pedal firmly and, when necessary,
apply the parking brake.
Models with 7 positions AT
Park
Used when parking or starting the
engine
Reverse
Used when reversing
Neutral
Used when idling
Drive
Used for normal driving (gears change
between 1st and 5th automatically)
Drive (D3)
Used when:●Going up or down hills
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) Release Button