heating HONDA FIT 2016 3.G Owner's Manual

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Handling the Unexpected
Overheating
How to Handle Overheating
Overheating symptoms are as follows:
•The high temperature indicator (red) co mes on or the engine suddenly loses
power.
• Steam or spray comes out of the engine compartment.
â– First thing to do
1. Immediately park the vehicle in a safe place.
2. Turn off all accessories and turn on the hazard warning lights.
u No steam or spray present: Keep the engine running and open the hood.
u Steam or spray is present: Turn off the engine and wait until it subsides.
Then open the hood.
1 How to Handle Overheating
NOTICE
Continuing to drive with the high temperature
indicator on may da mage the engine.
3WARNING
Steam and spray from an overheated
engine can seriously scald you.
Do not open the hood if steam is coming
out.

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Handling the Unexpected
â– Next thing to do
1.Check that the cooling fan is operating and
stop the engine once the high temperature
indicator goes off.
u If the cooling fan is not operating,
immediately stop the engine.
2. Once the engine has cooled down, inspect
the coolant level an d check the cooling
system components for leaks.
u If the coolant level in the reserve tank is
low, add coolant until it reaches the
MAX mark.
u If there is no coolan t in the reserve tank,
check that the radiator is cool. Cover the
radiator cap with a heavy cloth and open
the cap. If necessary, add coolant up to
the base of the filler neck, and put the
cap back on.
â– Last thing to do
Once the engine has cooled sufficiently, restart it and check the high temperature
indicator.
If the high temperature indicator is off, resume driving. If it stays on, contact a dealer
for repairs.
1 How to Handle Overheating
If the coolant is leaking, contact a dealer for repairs.
Use water as an emergency/temporary measure only.
Have a dealer flush the system with proper antifreeze
as soon as possible.
3WARNING
Removing the radiator cap while the
engine is hot can cause the coolant to spray
out, seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and radiator cool
down before removing the radiator cap.
MAX
Reserve Tank MIN

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Handling the Unexpected
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On
â– Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when the engine oil pressure is low.
â– What to do as soon as the indicator comes on
1. Immediately park the vehicle on level ground in a safe place.
2. If necessary, turn the hazard warning lights on.
â– What to do after parking the vehicle
1. Stop the engine and let it sit for about three minutes.
2. Open the hood and check the oil level.
u Add oil as necessary.
2 Oil Check P. 362
3.Start the engine and check th e low oil pressure indicator.
u The indicator goes off: Start driving again.
u The indicator does not go off with in 10 seconds: Stop the engine
and contact a dealer for repairs immediately.
If the Charging System Indicator Comes On
â– Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when the battery is not being charged.
â– What to do when th e indicator comes on
Turn off the heating and cooling system*/climate control system*, rear
defogger, and other electrical system s, and immediately contact a dealer
for repairs.
1 If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On
NOTICE
Running the engine with low oil pressure can cause
serious mechanical damage almost immediately.
1If the Charging System Indicator Comes On
If you need to stop temporarily, do not turn off the
engine. Restarting the engi ne may rapidly discharge
the battery.
* Not available on all models

Index
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Index
Index
Numbers
7-Speed Manual Shift Mode................... 321
A
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) .................. 340
Accessories and Modifications ................ 349
Accessory Power Socket ........................... 149
Additives Coolant .................................................. 366
Engine Oil ............................................... 361
Washer ................................................... 370
Additives, Engine Oil ............................... 361
Adjusting Front Seats.............................................. 133
Head Restraints ....................................... 135
Headlights .............................................. 371
Mirrors.................................................... 131
Rear Seats ............................................... 140
Steering Wheel ....................................... 130
Adjusting the Sound ................................ 196
Air Conditioning System Climate Control System .......................... 157
Defrosting the Windshield
and Windows....................................... 158
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 395 Air Conditioning System
(Heating and Cooling System)Cooling ................................................... 156
Defrosting the Windshield
and Windows ....................................... 156
Heating ................................................... 155
Heating and Cooling System .................... 154
Air Pressure ....................................... 383, 431
Airbags ........................................................ 41
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 47
Airbag Care ............................................... 53
Event Data Recorder .................................... 0
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 44
Indicator .............................................. 51, 73
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 52
Sensors ...................................................... 41
Side Airbags .............................................. 48
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 50
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 340
Indicator .................................................... 73
Armrest ..................................................... 143
Audio Remote Controls ............................ 167 Audio System
............................................ 162
Adjusting the Sound................................ 174
Auxiliary Input Jack.................................. 164
Error Messages ........................................ 218
General Information ................................ 222
MP3/WMA/AAC .............................. 184, 209
Recommended CDs ................................. 222
Recommended Devices............................ 224
Remote Controls ................................. 5, 167
Security Code .......................................... 166
Theft Protection ...................................... 166
USB Flash Drives ...................................... 224
USB Port(s) .............................................. 163
Audio/Information Screen ............... 170, 191
Authorized Manuals ................................ 439
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 103
Customize ............................................... 104
Automatic Climate Control Sensors ........ 160
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 164
Average Fuel Economy .............................. 84

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Index
B
Battery....................................................... 391
Charging System Indicator ................. 71, 417
Jump Starting .......................................... 412
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ........ 391
Maintenance (Replacing).......................... 393
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 32
Beverage Holders ...................................... 147
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®..................... 247
Booster Seats (For Children) ....................... 65
Brake System ............................................. 338
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 340
Brake Assist System ................................. 341
Fluid ........................................................ 369
Foot Brake ............................................... 339
Indicator ............................................ 70, 419
Parking Brake .......................................... 338
Brake System Indicator ............................... 70
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 128
Bulb Replacement ..................................... 371
Back-Up Light and Rear Turn Signal Lights.................................................... 375
Brake/Tail/Rear Side Marker Lights ........... 376
Fog Lights ................................................ 373
Headlights ............................................... 371
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 376
Rear License Plate Light............................ 377
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator
Lights.................................................... 374
Bulb Specifications .................................... 430
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ............................... 66
Cargo Area Cover ..................................... 152
Cargo Floor Box ........................................ 148
Carrying Cargo ................................. 301, 303
CD Player ................................................... 178
Certification Label .................................... 432
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 371
Charging System Indicator ................. 71, 417
Child Safety ................................................. 54
Childproof Door Locks............................. 102
Child Seat .................................................... 54
Booster Seats ............................................ 65
Child Seat for Infants................................. 56
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 57
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt ......................... 61
Larger Children ......................................... 64
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 56
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 58
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 102
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 398
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 396
Climate Control System ............................ 157
Clock ............................................................ 88 Coat Hook
................................................ 150
Compact Spare Tire .......................... 403, 431
Console Compartment ............................. 146
Continuously Variable Transmission ....... 316
7-Speed Manual Shift Mode ................... 321
Creeping................................................. 316
Fluid ....................................................... 368
Kickdown ............................................... 316
Operating the Shift Lever .......... 20, 318, 320
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 414
Shifting ........................................... 317, 319
Controls ...................................................... 87
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 366
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 367
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 366
High Temperature Indicator ...................... 74
Low Temperature Indicator ....................... 74
Overheating ............................................ 415
Creeping (Continuously Variable Transmission) .......................................... 316
Cruise Control .......................................... 327
Indicator ................................................... 79
Cup Holders .............................................. 147
Customer Service Information ................ 440
Customized Features ............................... 225

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Index
D
Daytime Running Lights.......................... 125
Dead Battery ............................................ 412
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ........................................ 156
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 433
Dimming Headlights .............................................. 121
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 131
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................ 362
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 121
Display Setup .................................... 175, 197
Door Mirrors ............................................. 131
Doors .......................................................... 90
Auto Door Locking.................................. 103
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 103
Door and Tailgate Open Indicator ....... 31, 75
Keys.......................................................... 90
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside....................................... 99
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside.................................... 93
Lockout Prevention System ....................... 98
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 385
Driving ...................................................... 299
Braking ................................................... 338
Continuously Variable Transmission ........ 316
Cruise Control ........................................ 327
Shifting Gear .......................... 317, 319, 323
Starting the Engine ......................... 309, 311
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 395
E
ECON Button............................................. 326
ECON Mode Indicator ................................ 78
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator ............................................ 75, 419
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 330
Emergency ................................................ 426
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 435
Engine Coolant ................................................... 366
Jump Starting .......................................... 412
Number ................................................... 432
Oil ........................................................... 361
Starting ........................................... 309, 311
Switch Buzzer .......................................... 116
Engine Coolant ......................................... 366
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 367
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..................... 366
High Temperature Indicator ....................... 74
Low Temperature Indicator ........................ 74
Overheating ............................................ 415
Engine Oil ................................................. 361
Adding .................................................... 363
Checking ................................................. 362
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 355
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .................. 71, 417
Recommended Engine Oil ........................ 361 EPS (Electric Power Steering)
System .............................................. 75, 419
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) ................................. 66
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 398
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 131

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Index
H
Halogen Bulbs.................................. 371, 373
Handling the Unexpected ....................... 401
HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) .............................. 247
Menus .................................................... 249
Phone Setup ................................... 253, 278
Hazard Warning Button .............................. 4
Head Restraints ........................................ 135
Headlights ................................................ 121
Aiming.................................................... 371
Dimming......................................... 121, 125
Operating ............................................... 121
Heated Door Mirrors ............................... 129
Heating and Cooling System ................... 154
Cooling................................................... 156
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows....................................... 156
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 395
Heating................................................... 155
HFL (HandsFreeLink ®) .............................. 247
High-Beam Indicator .................................. 77
Hill Start Assist System ..................... 310, 314
I
Identification Numbers ............................ 432
Engine and Transmission ......................... 432
Vehicle Identification ............................... 432
Ignition Switch .......................................... 116
Illumination Control ................................. 128
Knob ....................................................... 128
Immobilizer System .................................. 110
Indicator .................................................... 78
Indicators .................................................... 70
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ..................... 73
Brake System ............................................. 70
Charging System ............................... 71, 417
CRUISE CONTROL .............................. 79, 328
CRUISE MAIN .................................... 79, 327
Door and Tailgate Open ...................... 31, 75
ECON Mode ...................................... 78, 326
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System............................................ 75, 419
Fog Light ................................................... 77
High Temperature ..................................... 74
High-Beam ................................................ 77
Immobilizer System .................................... 78
Lights On ................................................... 77
Low Fuel .................................................... 73
Low Oil Pressure ................................ 71, 417
Low Temperature ...................................... 74
Low Tire Pressure ..................................... 334 Maintenance MinderTM...................... 79, 355
Malfunction Indicator Lamp............... 71, 418
Parking Brake and Brake System ........ 70, 419
Seat Belt Reminder .............................. 33, 72
Security System Alarm ............................... 79
Shift Lever Position .................................... 72
Smart Entry System ................................... 76
Starter System ........................................... 77
Supplemental Restraint System ............ 51, 73
TPMS ........................................................ 76
Transmission ............................................. 72
Turn Signal ................................................ 77
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist)
System ........................................... 74, 330
VSA ® OFF .......................................... 74, 331
Washer Level ............................................. 79
Information .............................................. 429
Information Display ................................... 83
Instrument Panel ........................................ 69
Brightness Control................................... 128
Interior Lights ........................................... 144
Interior Rearview Mirror .......................... 131
Internet Radio .................................. 207, 208

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Index
J
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench)................. 402, 406
Jump Starting ............................................ 412
K
Keyless Lockout Prevention ....................... 98
Keys ............................................................. 90
Lockout Prevention .................................... 98
Rear Door Won’t Open ............................ 102
Remote Transmitter ................................... 95
Types and Functions .................................. 90
Won’t Turn ................................................ 24
Kickdown (Continuously Variable Transmission) ........................................... 316
L
LaneWatchTM............................................. 332
LATCH (Child Seats) .................................... 59
Lights ................................................. 121, 371
Bulb Replacement ................................... 371
Daytime Running Lights........................... 125
Fog Lights ............................................... 124
High-Beam Indicator.................................. 77
Interior .................................................... 144
Light Switches ......................................... 121
Lights On Indicator .................................... 77
Turn Signals ............................................ 121
Load Limits ................................................ 303
Locking/Unlocking ...................................... 90
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking.................. 103
Childproof Door Locks............................. 102
From Inside ............................................... 99
From Outside ............................................ 93
Keys .......................................................... 90
Lockout Prevention System ........................ 98
Using a Key ............................................... 97
Lockout Prevention System ....................... 98
Low Battery Charge ................................. 417
Low Fuel Indicator ...................................... 73
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 71, 417
Lower Anchors ............................................ 59
Lubricant Specifications Chart ................. 431
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 303
M
Maintenance............................................ 351
Battery .................................................... 391
Brake Fluid .............................................. 369
Cleaning ................................................. 396
Coolant .................................................. 366
Heating and Cooling System ................... 395
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 355
Oil .......................................................... 362
Precautions ............................................. 353
Radiator .................................................. 367
Remote Transmitter ................................ 393
Replacing Light Bulbs .............................. 371
Safety ..................................................... 353
Service Items ........................................... 357
Tires........................................................ 382
Transmission Fluid ................................... 368
Under the Hood ...................................... 359

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Index
Malfunction Indicator Lamp............. 71, 418
Manual Transmission ............................... 323
Reverse Lockout ...................................... 325
Map Lights ................................................ 145
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 303
Meters, Gauges .......................................... 82
Mirrors ...................................................... 131
Adjusting ................................................ 131
Door ....................................................... 131
Exterior ................................................... 131
Interior Rearview ..................................... 131
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 349
Moonroof ................................................. 115
MP3 ........................................... 178, 184, 209
Multi-View Rear Camera ......................... 343
N
Numbers (Identification).......................... 432
O
Odometer.................................................... 84
Oil (Engine) ............................................... 361
Adding .................................................... 363
Checking ................................................. 362
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 355
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .................. 71, 417
Recommended Engine Oil ........................ 361
Viscosity .................................................. 361
Opening and Closing the Moonroof ....... 115
Opening/Closing Hood ....................................................... 360
Power Windows ...................................... 113
Tailgate ................................................... 107
Overheating .............................................. 415
P
Paddle Shifters (7-Speed Manual Shift
Mode) ....................................... 20, 321, 322
Pandora ®................................................... 208
Panic Mode ............................................... 112
Parking ...................................................... 342
Parking Brake ........................................... 338
Parking Brake and Brake System
Indicator ........................................... 70, 419
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator ................. 52
Passing Indicators ..................................... 121
Playing Bluetooth ® Audio ................ 187, 212
Precautions While Driving ....................... 315
Rain ........................................................ 315
Pregnant Women ....................................... 39
Puncture (Tire) .......................................... 403

451
Index
Shift Lever.......................... 20, 317, 319, 323
Shift Position Indicator .............. 72, 318, 320
Shifting (Transmission) ............ 317, 319, 323
Shoulder Anchor ........................................ 37
Side Airbags ............................................... 48
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 50
Siri Eyes Free ............................................. 217
Snow Tires ................................................ 390
Spare Tire ......................................... 403, 431
Spark Plugs ............................................... 430
Specifications ........................................... 430
Specified Fuel ................................... 345, 430
Speedometer .............................................. 82
SRS Airbags (Airbags) ................................ 44
Starter System Indicator ............................ 77
Starting the Engine .......................... 309, 311
Does Not Start ........................................ 409
Engine Switch Buzzer .............................. 116
Jump Starting ......................................... 412
Steering Wheel ........................................ 130
Adjusting ................................................ 130
Stopping ................................................... 342
Summer Tires ............................................ 390
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ....... 44
Switches (Around the Steering Wheel) ....... 4, 5, 116
T
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) .................................................... 334
Indicator .................................................... 76
Tires ........................................................... 382
Air Pressure ..................................... 383, 431
Checking and Maintaining ....................... 382
Inspection ................................................ 382
Labeling .................................................. 383
Puncture (Flat Tire) ................................... 403
Regulations ............................................. 385
Rotation .................................................. 389
Spare Tire ........................................ 403, 431
Summer .................................................. 390
Tire Chains .............................................. 390
Wear Indicators ....................................... 387
Winter ..................................................... 390
Tools .......................................................... 402
Towing a Trailer ....................................... 305
Towing Your Vehicle Emergency .............................................. 426 TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring
System) ................................................... 334
Indicator.................................................... 76
Transmission ............................. 317, 319, 323
7-Speed Manual Shift Mode .................... 321
Continuously Variable ............................. 316
Fluid ........................................................ 368
Manual ................................................... 323
Number................................................... 432
Shift Position Indicator............... 72, 318, 320
Trip Meter ................................................... 84
Troubleshooting ....................................... 401
Blown Fuse...................................... 421, 423
Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 24
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door.......... 25
Emergency Towing .................................. 426
Engine Won’t Start .................................. 409
Noise When Braking .................................. 25
Overheating ............................................ 415
Puncture/Flat Tire .................................... 403
Rear Door Won’t Open...................... 25, 102
Select Lever Won’t Move ......................... 414
Warning Indicators .................................... 70
Turn Signals .............................................. 121
Indicators (Instrument Panel) ..................... 77