engine oil HONDA FIT 2015 3.G Owners Manual

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Quick Reference Guide
Maintenance (P353)
Under the Hood (P361)
● Check engine oil, engine coolant, and window washer
fluid. Add when necessary.
● Check brake fluid.
● Check the battery condition monthly.
aPull the hood release handle under the corner of
the dashboard.
bLocate the hood latch leve r, push the lever, and lift
up the hood.
cWhen finished, close the hood and make sure it is
firmly locked in place.
Lights (P373)
● Inspect all lights regularly.
Wiper Blades (P380)
● Replace blades if they leave streaks
across the windshield.
Tires (P384)
● Inspect tires and wheels regularly.
● Check tire pressures regularly.
● Install snow tires for winter
driving.
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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 in spected for leaks whenever
• The exhaust system is m aking 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 tailgat e open, airflow can pull exhaust gas into
the interior and create a hazardous conditio n. If you must drive with the tailgate
open, open all the windows and set the heating and cooling system
*/climate control
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
*/climate control system* in the same manner
if you sit in your parked ve hicle 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 afte r 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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uuIndicators u
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Instrument Panel
*1:Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.
IndicatorNameOn/BlinkingExplanation
Low Oil Pressure
Indicator
●Comes on when you turn the ignition
switch to ON
(w*1, 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.
2 If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On
P. 419
Malfunction
Indicator Lamp
●Comes on when you turn the ignition
switch to ON
(w*1, and goes off either
when the engine starts or after several
seconds if the engine did not start. 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.
2 Testing of Readiness Codes P. 437●Comes on while driving - Have your 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 your vehicle to a dealer.
2 If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or
Blinks P. 420
Charging System
Indicator
●Comes on when you turn the ignition
switch to ON
(w*1, 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*/climate control system* and
rear defogger in order to reduce electricity
consumption.
2 If the Charging System Indicator Comes On
P. 419
* Not available on all models
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uuGauges and Displays uInformation Display
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Instrument Panel
Information Display
The information display shows the fuel gauge, odometer, trip meter, engine oil life
and maintenance service item codes, and other gauges.
Press the (select/reset) kn ob to change the display.
■Switching the Display
1Switching the Display
Some of the items on the information display also
appear on the audio/information screen. They also
change along with the info rmation display changes
while the fuel consumption is shown.
Models with display audio system
Instant Fuel Economy
Clock
Odometer
Trip Meter A
Outside Temperature
*
Fuel Gauge Instant Fuel Economy
Clock
Range
Trip Meter A
Outside Temperature
*
Fuel Gauge Instant Fuel Economy
Clock
Average Fuel Economy A
Trip Meter A
Outside Temperature*
Fuel GaugeInstant Fuel Economy
Clock
Average Fuel Economy B
Trip Meter B
Outside Temperature*
Fuel GaugeInstant Fuel Economy
Clock
Engine Oil Life
Outside Temperature
*
Fuel Gauge
Select/Reset Knob
* Not available on all models
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uuGauges and Displays uInformation Display
Instrument Panel
Shows the outside temperature in Fahr enheit (U.S.) or Celsius (Canada).
■Adjusting the outside temperature indicator
Adjust the temperature reading up to ± 5°F or ± 3°C if the temperature reading
seems incorrect.
1. Turn the ignition switch to ON
(w*1.
2. Press and hold the (Select/Reset) knob for 10 seconds or more while the
outside temperature is shown on the information display.
u The information display goes into temp erature adjustment mode. The display
starts showing from -5°F to +5°F (U .S.) or -3°C to +3°C (Canada).
3. Release the knob when the right adjustment amount is shown.
u The adjustment is complete.
Shows the remaining oil life and Maintenance Minder
TM.
2 Maintenance MinderTM P. 357
Displays the amount of fuel left in the fuel tank.
*1 : Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.
■Outside Temperature*
■Engine Oil Life and Maintenance Items
■Fuel Gauge
1Outside Temperature*
The temperature sensor is in the front bumper.
Road heat and exhaust fr om another vehicle can
affect the temperature reading when your vehicle
speed is less than 19 mph (30 km/h).
It may take several minutes for the display to be
updated after the temperature reading has stabilized.
When the engine oil life is shown on the information
display, you cannot adjust the outside temperature.
Push the knob to select the other display.
1 Fuel Gauge
NOTICE
You should refuel when the reading approaches .
Running out of fuel can cause the engine to misfire,
damaging the cata lytic converter.
The actual amount of remain ing fuel may differ from
the fuel gauge reading.E
* Not available on all models
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Driving
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.
Automatic Transmission (CVT)*
The engine runs at a higher id le speed and creeping increases.
Keep the brake pedal firmly depressed when stopped.
Quickly depressing the accelerator pedal while driving uphill may cause the
transmission to drop to a lower gear, unex pectedly increasing vehicle speed. Depress
the accelerator pedal carefully, especi ally on slippery roads and curves.
■Other Precautions
■Creeping
■Kickdown
1Precautions While Driving
NOTICE
The following can dama ge 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.
* Not available on all models
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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 part icular 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.
1 When Stopped
NOTICE
The following can dama ge 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 (CVT) models
Automatic transmission (CVT) models
Manual transmission models
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Driving
Fuel Economy
Improving Fuel Economy
Fuel economy depends on several conditions, including driving conditions, your
driving habits, the condition of your vehicle, and loading. Depending on these and
other conditions, you may or may not achieve the rated fuel economy of this vehicle.
You can optimize your fuel economy with proper maintenance of your vehicle.
Always maintain your vehicle in accordance with the messages displayed on the
information display.
• Use the recommended viscosity engine oil, displaying the API Certification Seal.
• Maintain the specified tire pressure.
• Do not load the vehicl e with excess cargo.
• Keep your vehicle clean. A buildup of snow or mud on your vehicle’s underside
adds weight and increases wind resistance.
■Maintenance and Fuel Economy
1Improving Fuel Economy
Direct calculation is the recommended method to
determine actual fuel consumed while driving.
In Canada, posted fuel economy numbers are
established following a simulated test. For more
information on how this test is performed, please visit
http://oee.nrcan.gc.ca/
Miles driven Gallons of
fuel Miles per
Gallon
100 LiterKilometers L per 100 km
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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 354
Safety When Performing Maintenance .... 355Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 356
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 357
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood ..... 361Opening the Hood ........................... 362
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 363
Oil Check ......................................... 364
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 365
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter..... 366
Engine Coolant ................................ 368
Transmission Fluid ............................ 370
Brake Fluid ....................................... 371
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 372
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 373
Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades .......................................... 380
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 384
Tire and Loading Information Label .. 385
Tire Labeling .................................... 385
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) ...... 387Wear Indicators................................ 389 Tire Service Life ................................ 389
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 390
Tire Rotation .................................... 391
Winter Tires ..................................... 392
Battery ............................................... 393
Remote Transmitter Care
Replacing the Button Battery ........... 395
Heating and Cooling System
*/Climate
Control System* Maintenance ....... 397
Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 398
Exterior Care.................................... 400
* Not available on all models
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357Continued
Maintenance
Maintenance MinderTM
If the engine oil life is less than 15%, you will see the Maintenance Minder messages
appear on the information display every ti me you turn the ignition switch to ON
(w*1. The messages notify you when to change the engine oil, or when to bring your
vehicle to a dealer for indicated maintenance services.
To Use Maintenance MinderTM
1. Turn the ignition switch to ON (w*1.
2. Press the (select/reset) knob repeatedly
until the engine oil life appears on the
information display.
The Maintenance Minder indicator ( ) stays
on in the instrument panel after the engine oil
life becomes 0% . Have the indicated
maintenance done by a dealer immediately.
*1 : Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.
■Displaying the Engine Oil Life1Displaying the Engine Oil Life
Based on the engine ope rating conditions, the
remaining engine oi l life is calculated and displayed
as a percentage.
Displayed Engine Oil Life (%)Calculated Engine Oil Life (%)
100 100 to 91
9090 to 81
80 80 to 71
7070 to 61
60 60 to 51
5050 to 41
40 40 to 31
3030 to 21
20 20 to 16
1515 to 11
10 10 to 6
55 to 1
00
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