audio HONDA FIT 2016 3.G Quick Guide

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AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY
AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY
Models with touchscreen
FM/AM Radio
Play FM or AM radio stations.
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HOME
MENU
BACK
Source: Select
the FM or AM icon.
Tune: Change
the station. Seek:
Search
for the next or previous station with a strong signal.
Open/close:
Display or hide  the station list or preset list.
Scan: Scan for
each station with a strong signal.
Presets:
Select and hold a preset number  to store the current station. Select a preset number to select  a previously stored station. VOL
HOME
MENU
BACK
Open/close: Display or hide the channel list or preset list.
Models with touchscreen
SiriusXM ®
Radio*
Available on a subscription basis only. For more information or to subscribe, contact 
your dealer, or visit www.siriusxm.com  (U.S.) or www.sirius.ca  (Canada).
Available in the U.S. and Canada, except Hawaii, Alaska, and Puerto Rico.  XM®
 is a registered trademark of Sirius XM Radio, Inc.
Source: Select
the XM icon.
Category: Change
the category. Channel:
Change
the channel.
Scan: Scan for
each station with a strong signal.
Presets:
Select and hold a preset number  to store the current station. Select a preset number to select  a previously stored station.
*if equipped

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AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY
AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY
Models with touchscreen
Compact Disc (CD)
The audio system supports audio CDs, CD-Rs, and CD-RWs in MP3, WMA, or AAC  formats.
Do not use CDs with adhesive labels or insert a damaged CD. Inserting these types of CDs may cause them to get stuck or damage the audio unit.
NOTICE
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HOME
MENU BA CK
Source: Select
the CD icon.
Folder: Change
the folder. Open/close:

Display or hide  the track list.
Track: Change
the track.
CD slotCD eject button
Models with touchscreen
iPod
®
Play and operate an iPod through the vehicle’s audio system. Connect your device to
the USB port (see page 47).
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HOME
MENU BA CK
Source: Select
the iPod icon. Open/close:

Display or hide  the track list.
MENU:  Display 
menu options, including Music Search. Songs:
Change
the track.
Searching for Music
Use the touchscreen to search for tracks stored on the iPod.
1. From the audio screen, press MENU. 
2. Select Music Search.
3. Select a search option.
4. Select the track you want to play.
iPod is a trademark of Apple, Inc.

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AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY
AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY
Models with touchscreen
USB Flash Drive
Play and operate a USB ash drive through the vehicle’s audio system. Connect your
device to the USB port (see page 47).
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HOME
MENU BA CK
Source: Select
the USB icon.
Folder: Change
the folder. Open/close:

Display or hide  the track list.
MENU:  Display 
menu options, including Music Search.
Track: Change
the track.
Searching for Music
Use the touchscreen to search for tracks stored on the USB ash drive.
1. From the audio screen, press MENU. 
2. Select Music Search.
3. Select a folder.
4. Select the track you want to play.
Models with touchscreen
Bluetooth ®
Audio
Play streaming or stored audio from your compatible phone through the vehicle’s  audio system. Visit handsfreelink.com (U.S.) or handsfreelink.ca (Canada) to check
phone compatibility. Standard data rates apply with your phone service provider.Connect your phone to Bluetooth®
HandsFreeLink ®
(see page 71).
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HOME
MENU BA CK
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Source: Select
the Bluetooth icon. Open/close:

Display or hide  the track list.
MENU:  Display 
menu options, including Music Search. Track:
Change
the track.
Play/pause Group: Change
the group.
State, provincial, or local laws may prohibit the operation of   handheld electronic devices while operating a vehicle. 
Only launch streaming audio on your phone when it is safe to do so.
Searching for Music
Use the touchscreen to search for tracks stored on the device.
1. From the audio screen, press MENU.
2. Select Music Search.
3. Select a search category.
4. Select the track you want to play.
Notes:
•  Make sure the volume on your phone is properly adjusted.
•  You may need to enable additional settings on your phone for playback.
•  The resume/pause function and remote audio controls are not supported on all  phones.

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AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY
AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY
Models with touchscreen
Pandora ®
Play and operate Pandora from your compatible phone through the vehicle’s audio  system. Visit
handsfreelink.com  to check phone compatibility. Standard data rates 
apply with your phone service provider. Available in the U.S. only.
Connect your phone when the vehicle is stopped. For iPhone:
•  Connect via Bluetooth®
HandsFreeLink ®
(see page 71) or USB port (see page 47).
•  A pop-up may appear on your phone requesting you to allow access for Pandora
to be launched.
•  If you cannot operate Pandora through the audio system, it may be streaming  through Bluetooth ®
Audio. Make sure Pandora is selected on the audio system.
•  If Pandora still does not operate, try rebooting the phone and reconnecting the
cable if necessary. 
For other compatible smartphones:
•  Connect via Bluetooth®
HandsFreeLink ®
(see page 71).
State, provincial, or local laws may prohibit the operation of  handheld electronic devices while operating a vehicle. 
Only launch streaming audio on your phone when it is safe to do so.
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HOME
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Source: Select
the Pandora icon.
Station: Change
the station. Skip:
Go to
the next song. Open/close:

Display or hide  information.
MENU:  Display 
menu options, including the Station List. Like/dislike song
Play/Pause
Models with touchscreen
HDMI Video
Play video from a compatible device while your vehicle is stopped. Connect your
device to the HDMI port (see page 47). From the connected device, launch the video you want to display on the
touchscreen. The device or video resolution must be 720p or lower to view. This feature is limited while the vehicle is moving.
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Source: Select
the HDMI  icon from the
SOURCE screen.

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BLUETOOTH ®
HANDSFREELINK ®
BLUETOOTH ®
HANDSFREELINK ®
Learn how to operate the vehicle’s hands-free calling system.
Models with color audio system
Basic HFL Operation
Make and receive phone calls using the vehicle’s audio system, without handling your phone. Visit
handsfreelink.com (U.S.) or handsfreelink.ca (Canada) to check
phone compatibility.
To reduce the potential for driver distraction, certain manual functions may be inoperable or grayed out while the vehicle is moving. Stop or pull over to perform the function.
HFL Controls
Use the controls to enter information and make selections.
BLUETOOTH ®
HANDSFREELINK ®
(HFL)
Pick-Up button: Answer an incoming call.
Hang-Up/Back button:  End or decline a call, or 
cancel an operation.
Talk button: Make a call using a stored voice tag.
Selector knob: Rotate and
press to make selections. Back button: Go back to the 
previous display.
PHONE button:
 Display the 
phone screen.
HFL display
Models with color audio system
Pairing a Phone
To use hands-free phone and streaming audio functions, you must rst pair your phone to the system. This can only be done when the vehicle is stopped. Use the selector knob to make and enter selections.
Pairing the First Phone
1. Press the Phone button to go to the Phone 
screen. A prompt appears. Select Yes.
2. Make sure your phone is in discovery mode. Select OK.
3. The system searches for your phone. Select your phone when it appears on the list. If your phone does not appear:
Select Phone Not Found and search for HandsFreeLink from your phone. Connect to HFL.
4. The system gives you a pairing code. Compare it to the code that appears on your phone. Connect to HFL from your phone.
Pairing an Additional Phone
1. Press the Phone button to go to the Phone  screen. If a prompt appears asking to connect to a phone, select No.
2. Select Phone Setup.
3. Select Bluetooth Setup.4. Select Add New Device.
5. Make sure your phone is in discovery mode. Select OK.
6. The system searches for your phone. Select it when it appears on the list.
If your phone does not appear: 
Select Phone Not Found, and search for HandsFreeLink from your phone. Connect to HFL.
7. The system gives you a pairing code. Enter it on  your phone when prompted.
State, provincial, or local laws may prohibit the operation of  
handheld electronic devices while operating a vehicle.
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BLUETOOTH ®
HANDSFREELINK ®
BLUETOOTH ®
HANDSFREELINK ®
Models with color audio system
Making a Call
You can make a call using several methods.
Dialing a Number
Enter a 10-digit phone number to call. Use the selector knob to make and enter  selections. This method is inoperable while the vehicle is moving.
1. Press the Phone button.
2. Select Dial.
3. Enter the phone number. Select the green phone icon to call.
Using the Phonebook
When your phone is paired, its phonebook is automatically imported to the system. 
Use the selector knob to make and enter selections. This method is inoperable while the vehicle is moving.
1. Press the Phone button.
2. Select Phonebook.
3. Scroll through the list to ind the name and number you want to call, and select it to call.
Storing Speed Dial Entries
Store up to 20 numbers for quick dialing. Use the selector knob to make and enter  selections. 1. Press the Phone button.
2. Select Phone Setup. 3. Select Speed Dial, then select Add New.
4. Select an entry method.5. If desired, you can create a voice tag for the number. Follow the prompts.
Using Speed Dial
Make calls quickly using stored speed dial entries. Use the selector knob to make  and enter selections.
1. Press the Phone button.
2. Select Speed Dial.
3. Scroll through the list to nd the entry you want to call, and select it to call.
Speed dial entries with stored voice tags can be called using the Talk button. Press 
the Talk button and follow the prompts.
Models with touchscreen
Basic HFL Operation
Make and receive phone calls using the vehicle’s audio system, without handling your phone. Visit handsfreelink.com (U.S.) or handsfreelink.ca (Canada) to check
phone compatibility.
To reduce the potential for driver distraction, certain manual functions may be inoperable or grayed out while the vehicle is moving. Stop or pull over to perform
the function. Voice commands are also available.
HFL Controls
Use the controls to enter information and make selections.
Pick-Up button: Answer an incoming call.
Hang-Up/Back button:  End or decline a call, or cancel 
an operation.
Talk button: Make a call using a stored voice tag, or
say voice commands*.
+ / - buttons: Scroll the list after pressing and holding
the Menu button. SOURCE button: Press to enter a selection after
pressing and holding the Menu button.Menu button: From the phone screen, press and hold
to display speed dial, call history, or redial.
*vehicles with navigation

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BLUETOOTH ®
HANDSFREELINK ®
BLUETOOTH ®
HANDSFREELINK ®
Talk Button Tips
For a list of available phone commands, see page 140.
•  When using the Talk button, wait until you hear a beep before speaking.
•  To bypass the system prompts, simply press the Talk button again to say your  command.*
•  When the Talk button is pressed, all available voice commands are highlighted 
in yellow.*
•  Speak in a clear, natural voice.
•  Reduce all background noise.
•  Adjust the dashboard vents away from the microphone on the audio system.•  Close the windows and moonroof.
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HOME
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Phone: From the Home
screen, display the phone screen.
MENU: From the
phone screen, select various call options. BACK:  Go back 
to the previous
display.
Settings: Select Phone
from the Settings screen for phone pairing and more.
*vehicles with navigation
HFL display
Models with touchscreen
Pairing a Phone
To use hands-free phone and streaming audio functions, you must rst pair your phone to the system. This can only be done when the vehicle is stopped. Use the touchscreen to make and enter selections.
1. From the Home screen, select Settings.
2. Select Phone.3. Select Bluetooth Device List.
4. Select Add Bluetooth Device.
5. Make sure your phone is in discovery mode. Select Continue.
6. The system searches for your phone. Select your phone when it appears on the list.
If your phone does not appear: 
Select Phone Not Found and search for HandsFreeLink from your phone. Connect to HFL.
7. The system gives you a pairing code. Compare it to the code that appears on your phone. Connect to HFL from your phone.
8. The system asks if you want to enable options:
HondaLink Assist:  Select On to enable emergency 
collision notication (see page 73). Phone Synchronization: Select On to automatically
import contacts and call history from your phone.
9. Press BACK to exit the menu.
State, provincial, or local laws may prohibit the operation of handheld electronic devices while operating a vehicle.

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BLUETOOTH ®
HANDSFREELINK ®
BLUETOOTH ®
HANDSFREELINK ®
Models with touchscreen
SMS Text Messaging and E-Mail*
Receive and send messages from your paired and connected phone. Visit handsfreelink.com
(U.S.) or handsfreelink.ca
 (Canada) to check phone compatibility. 
Standard message rates apply with your phone service provider. This feature is limited while the vehicle is moving.
Receiving and Responding to Messages
When you receive a new message, a pop-up appears on the touchscreen. You can
view the message when the vehicle is stopped. You can also reply to it using xed
phrases or call the sender.
1. When the prompt appears, select Read.
2. The message is displayed, and the system reads it aloud.
To reply: With the message open, select Reply,
and choose one of the six available responses. 
Select Send to send the message. You cannot create a new text message.
To call the sender: With the message open,
select Call.
Selecting an Account
If your phone has both text message and e-mail accounts, you can select only one  of them at a time to be active and receive notiications.
1. From the Home screen, select Settings.
2. Select Phone.
3. Select Select Account.
4. Select Text Message or an e-mail account.
*if equipped
Models with touchscreen
Siri™ Eyes Free
Activate Siri through your vehicle when an iPhone®
is paired to the system. Visit
handsfreelink.com (U.S.) or handsfreelink.ca
 (Canada) to check phone compatibility.
Here are some examples of Siri commands: “Call John Smith”“Read my new text message”“Find a nearby sushi restaurant” Notes: •  Any requests that include visual feedback from Siri on your phone are not 
displayed in the vehicle.
•  Certain commands rely on the iPhone’s features and existing apps.
•  To hear turn-by-turn directions or songs through the vehicle, set the audio source 
to Bluetooth ®
Audio.
Siri and iPhone are trademarks of Apple, Inc.
“Remind me to pick up dinner” “Set up a meeting today at 3 p.m.”“Play song XYZ”
Smartphone screen
Talk button:  Press and hold to activate Siri Eyes Free mode. 
Say your command after you hear the Siri tone.
Hang-Up/Back button:
 Press to deactivate Siri Eyes Free mode.

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NAVIGATION
NAVIGATION
Voice Prompt Volume
Adjust volume for navigation and voice command conrmation. This does not affect audio or Bluetooth®
HandsFreeLink ®
 volume, which is controlled by the 
volume bar.
1. From the Home screen, select Settings.
2. Select System.
3. Select Volume.
4. Adjust the level, or select off.
Voice Prompt
Turn the voice feedback feature on or off. 
1. From the Home screen, select Settings.
2. Select System.
3. Select Voice Prompt.
4. Select On or Off.
Talk Button Tips
For a full list of navigation commands, see page 135.
•  When using the Talk button, wait until you hear a beep before speaking.
•  To bypass the system prompts, simply press the Talk button again to say your  command.
•  When the Talk button is pressed, all available voice commands are highlighted 
in yellow.
•  Speak in a clear, natural voice.
•  Reduce all background noise.
•  Adjust the dashboard vents away from the microphone on the audio system. •  Close the windows and moonroof.
Entering a Destination
Use multiple methods to enter a destination.
Home Address
Store your home address in the system so you can easily route to it.
1. From the Home screen, select Settings.
2. Select Navigation.3. Select Edit Go Home (1 or 2). 
4. Enter the address, and select OK when complete. 
When your home address is stored, you can press the Talk button and say  “Go 
home” at any time. You can also select Go home from the navigation menu.
Street Address
Enter a street address using voice commands. Press the Talk button before saying  each command.
You can also enter the address manually when the vehicle is stopped. From the map screen, press MENU and select Address. Follow the prompts.
U.S. models
1. From the Voice Portal screen, say “Address.”
2. The system prompts you to say the entire address. For example, say “1-2-3-4 Main Street, 
Los Angeles, California.”
3. The system interprets the address by state, city, 
street, and address number. If necessary, you may have to clarify similar matches.
4. Say “Set as destination” to set the route.
Canadian models
1. From the Voice Portal screen, say “Address.”
2. Follow the prompts.

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DRIVING
DRIVING
Load limits example
Example 1
Max load
850 lbs
(385 kg) Pass
enger weight
150 lbs x 2 = 300 lbs (68 kg x 2 = 136 kg) Cargo weight

550 lbs
(249 kg)
Example 2
Max load
850 lbs
(385 kg) Pa
ssenger w eight
150 lbs x 5 = 750 lbs
(68 kg x 5 = 340 kg) Cargo weight

100 lbs (45 kg)
The headlight aim on your vehicle was set by the factory, and does not need to be 
adjusted. However, if you regularly carry heavy items in the cargo area, have the aiming readjusted at your dealer or by a qualiied technician.
Your vehicle is not designed to tow a trailer. Attempting to do so can void your warranties. Overloading or improper loading can affect handling and stability and cause a  crash in which you can be hurt or killed. Follow all load limits and other loading guidelines in this guide.
WARNING
Starting the Ignition*
Insert the key into the ignition and turn to turn on the vehicle or start the engine.
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LOCK: Insert and remove the key in this position.
I
ACCESSORY: Operate the audio system and other
accessories in this position.
II
ON: This is the position when driving.
III
START: This position is for starting the engine.
The switch returns to ON when you release the key.
Starting to Drive
Turn on the vehicle and start the engine to begin driving.
Before Starting the Engine
Continuously variable transmission (CVT)
Check that the shift lever is in Park (P), then press
the brake pedal. Keep your foot irmly on the brake  pedal when starting the engine.
Manual transmission
Check that the shift lever is in Neutral (N). Press the brake pedal with your right foot, and press the  clutch pedal all the way down with your left foot. Keep your foot irmly on the brake pedal when starting the engine.
Brake pedal
The engine is harder to start in cold weather and in thinner air found at altitudes
above 8,000 feet (2,400 m). When starting the engine in cold weather, turn off 
all electrical accessories such as the lights, climate control system, and rear defogger in order to reduce battery drain.
*if equipped
Brake pedal
Clutch pedal