spark HONDA FIT 2015 3.G Owners Manual

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uuRefueling uHow to Refuel
Driving
How to Refuel
1. Stop your vehicle with the service station
pump on the left side of the vehicle in the
rear.
2. Turn off the engine.
3. Pull on the fuel fill door release handle
under the lower left corner of the
dashboard.
u The fuel fill door opens.1How to Refuel
3WARNING
Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive.
You can be burned or seriously injured
when handling fuel.
• Stop the engine, and keep heat, sparks,
and flame away.
• Handle fuel only outdoors.
• Wipe up spills immediately.
Fuel Fill Door
Release Handle
Pull
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uuBefore Performing Maintenance uSafety When Performing Maintenance
Maintenance
Safety When Performing Maintenance
Some of the most important safe ty precautions are given here.
However, we cannot warn you of every conceivable hazard that can arise in
performing maintenance. Only you can decide whether or not you should perform
a given task.
• To reduce the possibility of fire or explos ion, keep cigarettes, sparks, and flames
away from the battery and all fuel related parts.
• Never leave rags, towels, or other flammable objects under the hood.
u Heat from the engine and exhaust can ignite them causing a fire.
• To clean parts, use a co mmercially available degreaser or parts cleaner, not
gasoline.
• Wear eye protection and prot ective clothing when working with the battery or
compressed air.
• Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, which is poisonous and can kill you.
u Only operate the engine if th ere is sufficient ventilation.
• The vehicle must be in a stationary condition.
u Make sure your vehicle is parked on le vel ground, the parking brake is set, and
the engine is off.
• Be aware that hot parts can burn you.
u Make sure to let the engine and exhaust system cool thoroughly before
touching vehicle parts.
• Be aware that moving parts can injure you.
u Do not start the engine unless instruct ed, and keep your hands and limbs away
from moving parts.
■Maintenance Safety
■Vehicle Safety
1 Safety When Performing Maintenance
3WARNING
Improperly maintaining this vehicle or
failing to correct a pr oblem before driving
can cause a crash in which you can be
seriously hurt or killed.
Always follow the inspection and
maintenance recommendations according
to the schedules in this owner’s manual.
3WARNING
Failure to properly follow maintenance
instructions and prec autions can cause you
to be seriously hurt or killed.
Always follow the procedures and
precautions in this owner’s manual.
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uuMaintenance MinderTMuTo Use Maintenance MinderTM
Continued
Maintenance
■Maintenance Service Items
Maintenance Minder Message
Maintenance
Minder Indicator
Sub Items Main Item
1Maintenance 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.
*1: If a message SERVICE does not appear more than 12 months after the display is reset, change the
engine oil every year.
# : 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, steer ing gearbox, and boots●Inspect suspension components●Inspect driveshaft boots●Inspect brake hoses and li nes (Including ABS/VSA)●Inspect all fluid levels and condition of fluids●Inspect exhaust system#
●Inspect fuel lines and connections#
*2: If you drive in dusty conditions, replace the air cleaner element every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*3: If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from industry and
from diesel-powered vehicles, replace the dust and pollen filter every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
CODEMaintenance Sub Items
1
●Rotate tires
2●Replace air cleaner element*2
●Replace dust and pollen filter*3
●Inspect drive belt
3
●Replace transmission fluid
4●Replace spark plugs●Inspect valve clearance
5
●Replace engine coolant
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Maintenance
Battery
Checking the Battery
The battery condition is being monitored by the sensor on the negative terminal. If
there is a problem with the sensor, the warning message on the information display
will let you know. Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
Check the battery terminals for corrosion monthly.
If your vehicle’s battery is disconnected or goes dead:
• The audio system is disabled.
2 Audio System Theft Protection P. 167
•The clock resets.
2 Clock P. 88
•The navigation system* is disabled.
2 Refer to the navigation system manual
1Battery
WARNING: Battery post, terminals,
and related accessories contain lead
and lead compounds.
Wash your hands after handling.
When replacing the battery, the replacement must be
of the same specifications.
Consult a dealer for more information.
3WARNING
The battery gives off explosive hydrogen
gas during normal operation.
A spark or flame can cause the battery to
explode with enough force to kill or
seriously hurt you.
When conducting any battery
maintenance, wear prot ective clothing and
a face shield, or have a skilled technician do
it.
* Not available on all models
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Handling the Unexpected
Jump Starting
Turn off the power to electric devices, such as audio and lights. Turn off the engine,
then open the hood. 1.Connect the first jump er cable to your
vehicle’s battery + terminal.
u Remove the cover from the under-hood
fuse box.
2 Engine Compartment Fuse Box P. 423
2.Connect the other end of the first jumper
cable to the booster battery + terminal.
u Use a 12-volt booster battery only.
u Connect when using the automotive
battery charger to boost your 12-volt
battery, select a lo wer charging voltage
than 15-volt. Check the charger manual
for the proper setting.
3. Connect the second jumper cable to the
booster battery - terminal.
4. Connect the other end of the second
jumper cable to the stud bolt as shown. Do
not connect this jumper cable to any other
part.
5. If your vehicle is connected to another
vehicle, start the assi sting vehicle’s engine
and increase its rpm slightly.
6. Attempt to start your vehicle’s engine. If it
turns over slowly, check that the jumper
cables have good metal-to-metal contact.
■Jump Starting Procedure1Jump Starting
Securely attach the jumper cables clips so that they
do not come off when the e ngine vibrates. Also be
careful not to tangle the ju mper cables or allow the
cable ends to touch each other while attaching or
detaching the jumper cables.
Battery performance degrades in cold conditions and
may prevent the engi ne from starting.
3WARNING
A battery can explode if you do not follow
the correct procedure, seriously injuring
anyone nearby.
Keep all sparks, open flames, and smoking
materials away from the battery.
Booster
Battery
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Information
Specifications
■Vehicle Specifications
ModelFit
No. of Passengers:
Front 2
Rear 3
Total 5
Weights:Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating See the driver’s doorjamb for GVWR.
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Front)See the driver’s doorjamb for GAWR.
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Rear)See the driver’s doorjamb for GAWR.
Air Conditioning:
Refrigerant Type HFC-134a (R-134a)
Charge Quantity 13.2 – 15.0 oz (375 – 425 g)
Lubricant Type ND-OIL8
■ Engine Specifications
■ Fuel
■ Washer Fluid
Displacement91.4 cu-in (1,498 cm3)
Spark Plugs NGK DILZKAR7C11S
DENSODXE22HCR11S
Fuel:
TypeUnleaded gasoline, Pump octane number
of 87 or higher
Fuel Tank Capacity 10.6 US gal (40 L)
Tank CapacityU.S.: 2.6 US qt (2.5 L)
Canada: 4.2 US qt (4.0 L)
■ Light Bulbs
Headlights (High/Low Beam)60/55W (H4/HB2)
Fog Lights*35W (H8 LL)Side Marker Lights3CP
Front Turn Signal/Parking Lights 28/8W (Amber)
Brake/Tail/Side Marker LightsLED
Back-Up Lights 21W
Rear Turn Signal Lights21W
High-Mount Brake Light LED
Side Turn Signal LightsLED
Rear License Plate Lights 5W
Cargo Area Light5W
Interior Lights
Map Lights8W
Ceiling Light 8W
* Not available on all models
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Index
Setting the Clock........................................ 88
Shift Lever .......................... 20, 319, 321, 325
Shift Position Indicator .............. 72, 320, 322
Shifting (Transmission) ............ 319, 321, 325
Shoulder Anchor ........................................ 37
Side Airbags ............................................... 48
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 50
Siri Eyes Free ............................................. 218
Snow Tires ................................................ 392
Spare Tire ......................................... 405, 433
Spark Plugs ............................................... 432
Specifications ........................................... 432
Specified Fuel ................................... 347, 432
Speedometer .............................................. 82
SRS Airbags (Airbags) ................................ 44
Starter System Indicator ............................ 77
Starting the Engine .......................... 311, 313
Does Not Start ........................................ 411
Engine Switch Buzzer .............................. 116
Jump Starting ......................................... 414
Steering Wheel ........................................ 130
Adjusting ................................................ 130
Stopping ................................................... 344
Summer Tires ............................................ 392
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ....... 44
Switches (Around the Steering Wheel) ........ 4, 5, 116T
Tachometer................................................. 82
Tailgate ..................................................... 107
Temperature High Temperature Indicator ....................... 74
Low Temperature Indicator ........................ 74
Tie-down Hooks ........................................ 151
Time (Setting) ............................................. 88
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ..................................................... 336
Indicator .................................................... 76
Tires ........................................................... 384
Air Pressure ..................................... 385, 433
Checking and Maintaining ....................... 384
Inspection ................................................ 384
Labeling .................................................. 385
Puncture (Flat Tire) ................................... 405
Regulations ............................................. 387
Rotation .................................................. 391
Spare Tire ........................................ 405, 433
Summer .................................................. 392
Tire Chains .............................................. 392
Wear Indicators ....................................... 389
Winter ..................................................... 392
Tools .......................................................... 404
Towing a Trailer ....................................... 307
Towing Your Vehicle Emergency .............................................. 428 TPMS
(Tire Pressure Monitoring System) ........ 336
Indicator.................................................... 76
Transmission ............................. 319, 321, 325
7-Speed Manual Shift Mode .................... 323
Automatic ............................................... 318
Fluid ........................................................ 370
Manual ................................................... 325
Number................................................... 434
Shift Position Indicator............... 72, 320, 322
Trip Meter ................................................... 84
Troubleshooting ....................................... 403
Blown Fuse...................................... 423, 425
Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 24
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door.......... 25
Emergency Towing .................................. 428
Engine Won’t Start .................................. 411
Noise When Braking .................................. 25
Overheating ............................................ 417
Puncture/Flat Tire .................................... 405
Rear Door Won’t Open...................... 25, 102
Select Lever Won’t Move ......................... 416
Warning Indicators .................................... 70
Turn Signals .............................................. 121
Indicators (Instrument Panel) ..................... 77
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