manual transmission HONDA FIT 2014 3.G Owners Manual

Visual Index
4Quick Reference Guide
❙Parking Brake
(P181)
❙Hood Release Handle
(P200)
❙Power Window Switches
(P92)
❙Passenger’s Front Airbag (P37)❙Glove Box
(P113)
❙Rearview Mirror
(P102)
❙Shift Lever
Automatic Transmission (P164)Manual Transmission (P171)❙Interior Fuse Box
(P261)
❙Driver’s Front Airbag
(P37)
❙Power Door Lock Master Switch
* (P82)
❙Accessory Power Socket (P115)❙Auxiliary Input Jack
(P123)

13Quick Reference Guide
Driving
(P153)
Depress the brake pedal and press
the release button to move out of
(P.
Manual 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 shifterSecond
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 transmission will shift back to
automatic mode once the system detects that the vehicle
is cruising.
●Sequential shift mode: Holds 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 shifter
Models without
paddle shifter
Shift Lever
Release
Button
* Not available on all models

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uuIndicatorsu
Instrument Panel
Indicator
Name
On/Blinking
Explanation
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.
2Sequential 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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uuLocking and Unlocking the DoorsuAuto Door Locking/Unlocking
*
Controls
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking
*
Your vehicle locks all doors and unlocks the driver’s door automatically when a
certain condition is met.■Drive lock mode
All doors lock when the vehicle’s speed reaches about 10 mph (15 km/h).■Park unlock mode
The driver’s door unlocks when the shift lever is moved into
(P with the brake pedal
depressed.
■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.
■Auto Door Locking■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
*
Continued
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■List of the Auto Door Locking/Unlocking Customizable Options
Mode
Description
Drive Lock Mode
*1
All doors lock when the vehicle’s speed reaches about 10 mph (15 km/h).
Park Lock Mode
All doors 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 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 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 OptionsSteps
Ignition Switch Unlock Mode
Park Unlock Mode
Off
To unlock driver’s
door
*1
To unlock all doors
To unlock driver’s
door
*2
To unlock all doors
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

94Controls
Operating the Switches Around the Steering WheelIgnition Switch
1Ignition Switch
You cannot take the key out unless the shift lever is
in
(P.
If you open the driver’s door when the key is in LOCK
(0 or ACCESSORY
(q, a warning buzzer will sound
to remind you to take the key out.
If the key won’t turn from LOCK
(0 to ACCESSORY
(q, turn the key while moving the steering wheel left
and right. The steering wheel will unlock, allowing
the key to turn.
3
WARNING
Removing the key from the ignition switch
while driving locks the steering. This can
cause you to lose control of the vehicle.
Remove the key from the ignition switch
only when parked.Manual transmission modelsAutomatic transmission modelsAll models
(0 LOCK: Insert and remove the key in this
position.(q ACCESSORY: Operate the audio system and
other accessories in this position.(w ON: This is the position when driving.(e START: This position is for starting the engine.
The switch returns to ON
(w when you let go of
the key.

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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
* Not available on all models

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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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Driving
When DrivingStarting the Engine
1.Make sure the parking brake is applied.
2.Check that the shift lever is in
(P, then
depress the brake pedal.
uAlthough it is possible to start the vehicle
in
(N, it is safer to start it in
(P.
2.Check that the shift lever is in
(N. Then
depress the brake pedal with your right
foot, and the clutch pedal with your left
foot.
uThe clutch pedal must be fully depressed
to start the engine.
1Starting the Engine
Keep your foot firmly on the brake pedal when
starting the engine.
The engine is harder to start in cold weather and in
thinner air found at altitudes above 8,000 feet (2,400
meters).
When starting the engine in cold weather, turn off all
electrical accessories such as the lights, heating and
cooling
* system, and rear defogger in order to reduce
battery drain.
If you live in a region where winter is extremely cold,
an engine block heater will improve starting and
warming of the engine. If temperatures consistently
below -22°F (-30°C) are expected, the coolant
mixture should be changed to a higher concentration
to prevent freezing. Consult a dealer for details.
If the exhaust system sounds abnormal or you can
smell exhaust gas inside the vehicle, have your vehicle
checked by a dealer. There may be a problem with
the engine or exhaust system.
Brake Pedal
Automatic transmission models
Brake Pedal Clutch Pedal
Manual transmission models
* Not available on all models