lights HONDA FIT 2016 3.G Service Manual

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If a Tire Goes Flat
Changing a Flat Tire
If a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly, and brake gradually
to reduce speed. Then, stop in a safe plac e. Replace the flat tire with a compact
spare tire. Go to a dealer as soon as possib le to have the full-size tire repaired or
replaced.
1. Park the vehicle on firm, level, and non- slippery surface and apply the parking
brake.
2. Move the shift lever to
(P.
2. Move the shift lever to
(R.
3. Turn on the hazard warning lights an d turn the ignition switch to LOCK
(0*1.
*1 : Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.
1Changing a Flat Tire
Periodically check the tire pressure of the compact
spare. It should be set to the specified pressure.
Specified Pressure: 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm
2)
When driving with the compact spare tire, keep the
vehicle speed under 50 mph (80 km/h). Replace with
a full-size tire as soon as possible.
The compact spare tire and wheel in your vehicle are
specifically for this model.
Do not use them with another vehicle.
Do not use another type of compact spare tire or
wheel with your vehicle.
Do not mount tire chains on a compact spare tire.
If a chain-mounted front tire goes flat, remove one of
the full-size rear tires and replace it with the compact
spare tire. Remove the flat front tire and replace it
with the full-size tire that was removed from the rear.
Mount the tire chains on the front tire.
Continuously variable transmission models
Manual transmission models
All models

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Engine Does Not Start
Checking the Engine
If the engine does not start, check the starter.
Starter conditionChecklist
Starter doesn’t turn or turns
over slowly.
The battery may be dead. Check
each of the items on the right and
respond accordingly.Check the brightness of the interior lights.
Turn on the interior lights and check the brightness.
●If the interior lights are dim or do not come on at all
2 Battery P. 391●If the interior lights come on normally 2 Fuses P. 421
The starter turns over normally
but the engine doesn’t start.
There may be a problem with the
fuse. Check each of the items on
the right and respond accordingly.Review the engine start procedure.
Follow its instructions, and try to start the engine again.
2 Starting the Engine P. 309, P. 311
Check the immobilizer system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.
2Immobilizer System P. 110
Check the fuel level.
There should be enough fuel in the tank.
2 Fuel Gauge P. 85
Check the fuse.
Check all fuses, or have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
2Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 425
If the problem continues:
2Emergency Towing P. 426
1Checking the Engine
If you must start the vehi cle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle to jump start it.
2 Jump Starting P. 412

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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. 421
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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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.
■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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Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when the engine oil pressure is low.
■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.
■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
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when the battery is not being charged.
■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

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Fuses
Fuse Locations
If any electrical devices are not working,
turn the ignition switch to LOCK
(0*1 and
check to see if any appl icable fuse is blown.
■Fuse box A
Located near the brake fluid reservoir. Push
the tabs to open the box.
Fuse locations are shown on the fuse box
cover. Locate the fuse in question by the
fuse number and box cover number.
■Engine Compartment Fuse Box
Tab
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1Headlight Low Beam Main20 A
2CDC*(30 A)
3Hazard10 A
4DBW15 A
5Wiper(30 A)
6Stop10 A
7IGP15 A
8IG Coil15 A
9ECP*(10 A)
10INJ(20 A)
11––
12Main Fan30 A
13Starter SW(30 A)
14MG Clutch7.5 A
15Battery Sensor(7.5 A)
16––
17Daytime Running Lights(7.5 A)
18Horn10 A
19Fog Light*(15 A)
20––
*1 : Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition
switch.
Circuit ProtectedAmps
21Back Up Main15 A
22Interior Lights7.5 A
23Sub Fan(30 A)
24––
25Smart Entry Auto Start*(7.5 A)
26ST MG(7.5 A)
27––
28––
29Back Up(10 A)
30IGP LAF(10 A)
31IGPS(7.5 A)
32Right Headlight Low Beam10 A
33Left Headlight Low Beam10 A
* Not available on all models

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■Fuse box A
Located behind the instrument panel.
Fuse locations are shown on the label under
the steering column.
Locate the fuse in question by the fuse
number and label number.
■Interior Fuse Boxes
Fuse Label
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1Door Lock(20 A)
2––
3Smart*(10 A)
4Driver Side Door Unlock15 A
5Passenger Side Door Unlock15 A
6Driver Door Unlock(10 A)
7Driver Door Lock(10 A)
8Driver’s Power Window20 A
9Passenger’s Power Window20 A
10Rear Left Power Window20 A
11Rear Right Power Window20 A
12Driver Side Door Lock15 A
13Passenger Side Door Lock15 A
14––
15Right Headlight High Beam10 A
16STS*(7.5 A)
17ACC Socket (Console*)(20 A)
18Moonroof*(20 A)
19Front Seat Heater*(20 A)
20––
Circuit ProtectedAmps
21––
22Washer15 A
23Rear Wiper(10 A)
24A/C7.5 A
25Daytime Running Lights7.5 A
26Starter Cut7.5 A
27ABS/VSA7.5 A
28SRS10 A
29Left Headlight High Beam10 A
30ACG10 A
31Power Window10 A
32Fuel Pump15 A
33SRS7.5 A
34Meter7.5 A
35Mission SOL7.5 A
36Front ACC Socket20 A
37ACC7.5 A
38ACC Key Lock7.5 A
39Option(10 A)
40Rear Wiper10 A
41−−
42−−
* Not available on all models

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uuFuses uInspecting and Changing Fuses
Handling the Unexpected
Inspecting and Changing Fuses
1. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0*1. Turn
headlights and all accessories off.
2. Check the fuses on the battery in the
engine compartment.
u If the fuse is blown, have it replaced by a
dealer.
3. Remove the fuse box cover.
4. Inspect the small fu ses in the engine
compartment and the vehicle interior.
u If there is a burned out fuse, remove it
with the fuse puller and replace it with a
new one.
5. Check the large fuse in the vehicle interior.
u If the fuse is blown, use a Phillips-head
screwdriver to remove the screw and
replace it with a new one.
*1 : Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.
1Inspecting and Changing Fuses
NOTICE
Replacing a fuse with on e that has a higher rating
greatly increases the chances of damaging the
electrical system.
Replace fuse with a spare fuse of the same specified
amperage.
Confirm the specified ampe rage using the charts on
Fuse Locations .
There is a fuse puller on the back of the engine
compartment fuse box cover.
Fuse Box on the Battery
Blown
Fuse Puller
Combined Fuse
Blown Fuse

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Information
Specifications
■Vehicle Specifications
ModelFitNo. of Passengers:
Front 2
Rear 3
Total 5
Weights:Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating*1U.S.:3,362 lbs (1,525 kg)*4
3,422 lbs (1,552 kg)*5
3,437 lbs (1,559 kg)*6
Canada:1,517 kg*3
1,524 kg*4
1,555 kg*5
1,563 kg*6
Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating*2U.S.:3,393 lbs (1,539 kg)*4
3,479 lbs (1,578 kg)*5
3,491 lbs (1,583 kg)*6
Canada:1,537 kg*3
1,543 kg*4
1,577 kg*5
1,583 kg*6
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Front)*1U.S.:1,770 lbs (803 kg)*4
1,796 lbs (814 kg)*5
1,801 lbs (817 kg)*6
Canada:798 kg*3
802 kg*4
816 kg*5
819 kg*6
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Rear)*1U.S.:1,592 lbs (722 kg)*4
1,626 lbs (738 kg)*5
1,636 lbs (742 kg)*6
Canada:719 kg*3
722 kg*4
739 kg*5
744 kg*6
*1: Manual transmission models
*2: Continuously variable transmission models
*3: DX
*4: LX
*5: EX
*6: EX-L
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Front)*2U.S.:1,813 lbs (823 kg)*4
1,854 lbs (841 kg)*5
1,857 lbs (842 kg)*6
Canada:821 kg*3
825 kg*4
840 kg*5
842 kg*6
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Rear)*2U.S.:1,579 lbs (715 kg)*4
1,625 lbs (737 kg)*5
1,634 lbs (741 kg)*6
Canada:716 kg*3
718 kg*4
737 kg*5
741 kg*6
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
■ Light Bulbs
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)
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

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