tailgate HONDA FIT 2019 (in English) Owner's Guide

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uuLocking and Unlocking the Doors uLocking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside
Controls
Press the master door lo ck switch in as shown
to lock or unlock all doors and the tailgate.
■Using the Master Door Lock Switch1 Using the Master Door Lock Switch
When you lock/unlock the driver’s door using the
master door lock switch, all the other doors and the
tailgate lock/unlock at the same time.
To Lock
To Unlock
Master Door
Lock Switch
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Controls
Opening and Closing the Tailgate
Precautions for Opening/Closing the Tailgate
Always make sure individuals and objects are clear of the tailgate before opening or
closing it.
• Open the tailgate all the way.
u If it is not fully opened, the tailgate may begin to close under its own weight.
• Be careful when it is windy. The wi nd may cause the tailgate to close.
Keep the tailgate closed while driving to: u Avoid possible damage.
u Prevent exhaust gas from leaking into the vehicle.
2 Carbon Monoxide Gas P. 73
1Precautions for Opening/Closing the Tailgate
Be careful not to hit your head on the tailgate or to
put your hands between th e tailgate and the cargo
area when closing the tailgate.
When you are storing or pi cking up luggage from the
cargo area while the engine is idling, do not stand in
front of the exhaust pipe. You may get burned.
Do not allow any passenger in the cargo space. They
may get hurt during hard braking, a sudden
acceleration, or a crash.
3WARNING
Anyone caught in the path of a tailgate
that is being opened or closed can be
seriously injured.
Make sure that all people are clear of the
tailgate before opening or closing it.
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uuOpening and Closing the Tailgate uUsing the Tailgate Outer Handle/Release Button
Controls
Using the Tailgate Outer Handle/Release Button
When all the doors are unlocked, the tailgate
is unlocked. Press the tailgate release button
and lift open the tailgate.
When all the doors are unlocked, the tailgate
is unlocked.
Pull up the tailgate outer handle and lift open
the tailgate.
1 Using the Tailgate Outer Handle/Release Button
•Do not leave the smart entry remote in the vehicle
when you get out. Carry it with you.
•A person who is not carrying the smart entry
remote can unlock the tail gate if a person who is
carrying it is within range.
•Do not leave the smart entry remote inside the
cargo area and close the tailgate.
If you are carrying the sm art entry remote, you do not
have to unlock the tail gate before opening it.
Models with smart entry system
Tailgate
Release
Button
Models with smart entry system
Tailgate
Outer
Handle
Models without smart entry system
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uuOpening and Closing the Tailgate uUsing the Remote Transmitter
Controls
To close the tailgate, grab the inner handle,
pull the tailgate down, and push it closed
from outside.
Using the Remote Transmitter
Press the tailgate unlock button to unlock the
tailgate.
Inner
Handle
Tailgate
Unlock
Button
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Controls
Security System
Immobilizer System
The immobilizer system prevents a key that has not been pre-registered from
starting the engine. Each key contains el ectronic transmitters that use electronic
signals to verify the key.
Pay attention to the following when inserti ng the key into the ignition switch or
pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button:
• Do not allow objects that emit strong radio waves near the ignition switch or the
ENGINE START/STOP button.
• Make sure the key is not covered by or touching a metal object.
• Do not bring a key from anot her vehicle’s immobilizer system near the ignition
switch or the ENGINE START/STOP button.
Do not put the key near magnetic items. El ectronic device, such as televisions and
audio systems emit strong magnetic fields . Note that even a key chain can become
magnetic.
Security System Alarm
The security system alarm activates when the tailgate, hood or doors are forcibly
opened. The alarm does not go off if the tailgate or doors are opened with the key,
remote transmitter or smart entry system
*.
However, the alarm goes off when a door is opened with the key, then the shift
lever is moved out of
(P (continuously variable transmission models) or the hood is
opened before the ignition switch is turned to ON
(w*1.
■When the security system alarm activates
The horn sounds intermittently and all of the exterior lights flash.
*1 : Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.
1Immobilizer System
NOTICE
Leaving the key in the vehicl e can result in theft or
accidental movement of the vehicle.
Always take the ignition key with you whenever you
leave the vehicle unattended.
Do not alter the system or add other devices to it.
Doing so may damage the system and make your
vehicle inoperable.
1 Security System Alarm
Do not alter the system or add other devices to it.
Doing so may damage the system and make your
vehicle inoperable.
The security alarm continues for a maximum of two
minutes until the security system deactivates.
* Not available on all models
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uuSecurity System uSecurity System Alarm
Controls
■To deactivate the security system alarm
Unlock the vehicle using the key, remote transmitter, smart entry system*, or turn
the ignition switch to ON
(w*1. The system, along with the horn and flashing lights,
is deactivated.
■Setting the security system alarm
The security system alarm automatically sets when the following conditions have
been met:
• The ignition switch is in LOCK
(0*1, and the key has been removed from the
ignition switch.
• The hood is closed.
• All doors and the tailgate are locked from outside with the key, remote
transmitter, or smart entry system.
■When the security system alarm sets
The security system alarm indicator in the instrument panel blinks. When the
blinking interval changes after about 15 se conds, the security system alarm is set.
■To cancel the security system alarm
The security system alarm is canceled wh en the vehicle is unlocked using the key,
remote transmitter, smart entry system
*, or the ignition switch is turned to ON (w*1.
The security system alarm indica tor goes off at the same time.
*1 : Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.
1Security System Alarm
Do not set the security system alarm when someone
is in the vehicle or a window is open. The system can
accidentally activate when:
•Unlocking the door with the lock tab.•Opening the hood with the hood release handle.
•Moving the shift lever out of ( P.
If the battery goes dead after you have set the
security system alarm, the security alarm may go off
once the battery is re charged or replaced.
If this occurs, deactivate the security system alarm by
unlocking a door using the ke y, remote transmitter,
or smart entry system
*.
Continuously variable transmission models
* Not available on all models
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uuInterior Lights/Interior Convenience Items uInterior Lights
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Controls
The map lights can be turned on and off by
pressing the lenses.
The light comes on when you open the
tailgate, and goes off when closed.
■Map Lights1Map Lights
When the interior light swit ch is in the door activated
position and any door is open, the map light will not
go off when you press the lens.
Models with moonroof
Models with moonroof
Models without moonroof
■Cargo Area Light
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uuInterior Lights/Interior Convenience Items uInterior Convenience Items
Controls
The cargo area cover may be removed to give you more cargo room.
■To remove the cargo area cover
1.Open the tailgate.
2. Remove the strap on each side of the
tailgate.
3. Disengage the support rods, then remove
the cargo area cover.
Reverse this procedure to install the cargo
area cover.
After reinstalling the cargo area cover, make
sure it is latched securely.
■Cargo Area Cover*1 Cargo Area Cover*
Do not place items on the cargo area cover, or stack
objects higher than the top of the back seat. They
could block your view and be thrown about the
vehicle during a crush or sudden stop.
Do not apply excessive pressure to the cover, such as
leaning on it to retrieve an item.
* Not available on all models
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uuBefore Driving uDriving Preparation
Driving
• Store or secure all items on board properly.
u Carrying too much cargo, or improperly storing it, can affect your vehicle’s
handling, stability, sto pping distance, and tires, and make it unsafe.
2Maximum Load Limit P. 403
•Do not pile items higher than the seat height.
u They can block your view and may be thrown forward in the event of sudden
braking.
• Do not place anything in the front seat footwells. Make sure to secure the floor
mat
*.
u An object or unsecured floor mat can in terfere with your brake and accelerator
pedal operation while driving.
• If you have any animals on board, do not let them move around in the vehicle.
u They may interfere with driving and a crash could occur.
• Securely close and lock al l doors and the tailgate.
2Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside P. 135
•Adjust your seating position properly.
u Adjust the head restraint, too.
2Adjusting the Seats P. 175
2 Adjusting the front head restraint positions P. 182
•Adjust the mirrors and steering wh eel properly for your driving.
u Adjust them while sitting in the proper driving position.
2 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 174
2 Adjusting the Steering Wheel P. 173
■Interior Checks1Interior Checks
The headlight aim is set by the factory, and does not
need to be adjusted. Howeve r, if you regularly carry
heavy items in the cargo area, have the aiming
readjusted at a dealer or by a qualified technician.
* Not available on all models
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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 544
If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 545
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 552
If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak.............................................................553
Emergency Engine Stop ................... 554
Jump Starting .................................... 555
Shift Lever Does Not Move .............. 557Overheating
How to Handle Overheating............. 558
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On............................................................. 560
If the Charging System Indicator Comes On ................................................. 560
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ..................................... 561
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On...................................................... 562 If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator Comes On ........................... 562
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks ....................... 563
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 564
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 568
Emergency Towing ........................... 569
When You Cannot Open the Tailgate..... 570
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