maintenance HONDA FIT 2016 3.G Owners Manual

Contents
This owner’s manual should be considered a permanent part of the
vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold.
This owner’s manual covers all models of your vehicle. You may find
descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your
particular model.
Images throughout this owner’s manu al (including the front cover)
represent features and equipment that are available on some, but
not all, models. Your particular mo del may not have some of these
features.
This owner’s manual is for vehicles sold in the United States and
Canada.
The information and specifications in cluded in this publication were
in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications
or design at any time without notice and without incurring any
obligation.2 Safe Driving P. 27
For Safe Driving P. 28 Seat Belts P. 32 Airbags P. 41
2Instrument Panel P. 69
Indicators P. 70 Gauges and Displays P. 82
2Controls P. 87
Clock P. 88 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 90
Opening and Closing the Windows P. 113
Operating the Switches Ar ound the Steering Wheel P. 116
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items P. 144
2 Features P. 161
Audio System P. 162 Audio System Basic Operation P. 169
Customized Features P. 225 Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ® P. 247
2 Driving P. 299
Before Driving P. 300 Towing a Trailer P. 305
Multi-View Rear Camera P. 343
2Maintenance P. 351
Before Performing Maintenance P. 352 Maintenance MinderTM P. 355
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 378
Heating and Cooling System
*/Climate Control System* Maintenance P. 395
2 Handling the Unexpected P. 401
Tools P. 402 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 403
Overheating P. 415 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 417 Fuses P. 421
2 Information P. 429
Specifications P. 430 Identification Numbers P. 432
Emissions Testing P. 435 Warranty Coverages P. 437

Contents
Child Safety P. 54Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 66Safety Labels P. 67
Opening and Closing the Tailgate P. 107 Security System P. 110
Opening and Closing the Moonroof* P. 115
Adjusting the Mirrors P. 131 Adjusting the Seats P. 133
Heating and Cooling System
* P. 154 Climate Control System* P. 157
Audio Error Messages P. 218General Information on the Audio System P. 222
When Driving P. 309 Braking P. 338Parking Your Vehicle P. 342
Refueling P. 345 Fuel Economy P. 348Accessories and Modifications P. 349
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 359 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 371
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 382 Battery P. 391 Remote Transmitter Care P. 393
Cleaning P. 396
Engine Does Not Start P. 409 Jump Starting P. 412 Shift Lever Does Not Move P. 414
Emergency Towing P. 426 When You Cannot Open the Tailgate P. 427
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 433 Reporting Safety Defects P. 434
Authorized Manuals P. 439 Customer Service Information P. 440
Quick Reference GuideP. 4
Safe DrivingP. 27
Instrument PanelP. 69
ControlsP. 87
FeaturesP. 161
DrivingP. 299
MaintenanceP. 351
Handling the UnexpectedP. 401
InformationP. 429
IndexP. 443

Visual Index
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Quick Reference Guide
❙Door Lock/Unlock Control (P93)
❙Power Door Mirrors (P131)
❙Maintenance Under the Hood (P359)
❙Windshield Wipers (P126, 378)
❙Headlights (P121, 371)
❙Front Turn Signal/Parking Lights (P121, 372)
❙Side Marker Lights (P121, 373)
❙Tires (P382, 403)
❙Fog Lights* (P124, 373)
❙Audio Antenna (P165)
❙High-Mount Brake Light (P376)
❙Rear Wiper (P127, 380)
❙Opening/Closing the Tailgate (P107)
❙Tailgate Outer Handle/Release Button (P108)
❙License Plate Lights (P377)
❙Multi-View Rear Camera (P343)
❙Brake/Tail/Rear Side Marker Lights (P376)
❙Back-Up Lights (P375)
❙Rear Turn Signal Lights (P375)
❙How to Refuel (P346)

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Quick Reference Guide
Instrument Panel (P69)
Lights Indicators
Malfunction
Indicator Lamp
Low Oil Pressure
IndicatorAnti-lock Brake
System (ABS)
Indicator
Vehicle Stability
Assist (VSA ®) System
Indicator
VSA ® OFF Indicator
Electric Power
Steering (EPS) System
Indicator Lights On Indicator High Beam Indicator
Immobilizer System
Indicator
Seat Belt Reminder
Indicator
System Indicators
CRUISE MAIN
Indicator*
Supplemental
Restraint System
Indicator Starter System
Indicator
*
Door and Tailgate
Open Indicator
Tachometer
Speedometer
Fuel Gauge
Security System
Alarm Indicator
Shift Lever Position Indicator
*
Low Fuel Indicator
Gauges (P82)/Information Display (P83)/System Indicators (P70)
Turn Signal and
Hazard Warning
Indicators
High Temperature
Indicator (Red)
Low Temperature
Indicator (Blue)
System Indicators
System Indicators
Low Tire Pressure/
TPMS Indicator
U.S. models only
Parking Brake
and Brake System
Indicator (Red)
CRUISE CONTROL
Indicator*
System Indicators
Charging System
Indicator
U.S. U.S.
Canada
Smart Entry System
Indicator*
Washer Level
Indicator*
ECON Mode
Indicator*
Maintenance
Minder Indicator
Fog Light Indicator
*
Canada
Brake System
Indicator (Amber)
Canada
U.S.
M
(7-speed manual shift mode)
Indicator/Shift Indicator*
Information Display
* Not available on all models

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Quick Reference Guide
Maintenance (P351)
Under the Hood (P359)
● 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 (P371)
● Inspect all lights regularly.
Wiper Blades (P378)
● Replace blades if they leave streaks
across the windshield.
Tires (P382)
● Inspect tires and wheels regularly.
● Check tire pressures regularly.
● Install snow tires for winter
driving.

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uuFor Safe Driving uImportant Safety Precautions
Safe Driving
■Pay appropriate attention to the task of driving safely
Engaging in cell phone conversation or other activities that keep you from paying
close attention to the road, other vehicles , and pedestrians could lead to a crash.
Remember, situations can change quickly, and only you can decide when it is safe to
divert some attention away from driving.
■Control your speed
Excessive speed is a major factor in crash injuries and deaths. Generally, the higher
the speed, the greater the risk, but serious injuries can also occur at lower speeds.
Never drive faster than is safe for current conditions, regardless of the maximum
speed posted.
■Keep your vehicle in safe condition
Having a tire blowout or a mechanical failure can be extremely hazardous.
To reduce the possibility of such problems, check your tire pressures and condition
frequently, and perform all re gularly scheduled maintenance.

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uuAirbags uAirbag Care
Safe Driving
Airbag Care
You do not need to, and should not, perform any maintenance on or replace any
airbag system components yourself. However, you should have your vehicle
inspected by a dealer in the following situations:
■When the airbags have deployed
If an airbag has inflated, th e control unit and other related parts must be replaced.
Similarly, once an automatic seat belt te nsioner has been activated, it must be
replaced.
■When the vehicle has been in a moderate-to-severe collision
Even if the airbags did not infl ate, have your dealer inspect the following: the driver’s
seat position sensor, weight sensors in the passenger’s seat, front seat belt
tensioners, and each seat belt that was worn during the crash.
■Do not remove or modify a fron t seat without consulting a dealer
This would likely disable the driver’s seat po sition sensor or the weight sensors in the
passenger’s seat. If it is necessary to remove or modify a front seat to accommodate
a person with disabilities, co ntact a Honda dealer, or for U.S. vehicles, American
Honda Automobile Customer Service at 800-999-1009 and for Canadian vehicles,
Honda Canada Customer Relations at 888-9-HONDA-9.
1 Airbag Care
We recommend against the use of salvaged airbag
system components, including the airbag, tensioners,
sensors, and control unit.

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uuIndicators u
Instrument Panel
IndicatorNameOn/BlinkingExplanation
Security System
Alarm Indicator
●Blinks when the security system alarm
has been set.
2Security System Alarm P. 110
CRUISE MAIN
Indicator*
●Comes on when you press the CRUISE
button.2 Cruise Control* P. 327
CRUISE CONTROL
Indicator*
●Comes on if you have set a speed for
cruise control.2 Cruise Control* P. 327
Washer Level
Indicator*●Comes on when the washer fluid is low.
●Refill washer fluid.
2Refilling Window Washer Fluid P. 370
Maintenance
Minder Indicator●Comes on when the scheduled
maintenance is due soon.2Maintenance MinderTM P. 355
Indicator
* Not available on all models

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uuGauges and Displays uInformation Display
Continued
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. 355
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