flat tire HONDA FIT 2020 (in English) Owner's Guide

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Handling the Unexpected
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 a firm, level, non-slippery surface and apply the parking brake.
2. Put the transmission into
(P.
2. Put the transmission into
(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
Follow compact spare precautions:
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.
Do not use the jack if it doesn’t work properly. Call
your dealer or a prof essional towing service.
Continuously variable transmission models
Manual transmission models
All models
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uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uChanging a Flat Tire
Handling the Unexpected
1. Open the cargo area floor lid.
2. Take the tool case out of the cargo area.
3. Take the wheel nut wrench, jack handle bar
and jack out of the tool case.
4. Unscrew the wing bolt, and remove the
spacer cone. Then, remove the spare tire.
5. Place a wheel block or ro ck in front and rear
of the wheel diagonal to the flat tire.
■Getting Ready to Replace the Flat Tire
Floor Lid
Tool Case Jack
Spare Tire
Wheel
Blocks
The tire to be replaced.
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Handling the Unexpected
6. Place the compact spare tire (wheel side up)
under the vehicle body, near the tire that
needs to be replaced.
7. Put the flat tip of the jack handle bar into
the edge of the wheel cover. Carefully pry
the edge and remove the cover.
u Wrap a cloth around the flat tip of the
jack handle bar to prevent scratches on
the cover.
8. Loosen each wheel nut about one turn
using the wheel nut wrench.
Jack Handle Bar
Wheel Nut Wheel
CoverModels with wheel cover
All models
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uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uChanging a Flat Tire
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Handling the Unexpected
1. Place the jack under the jacking point
closest to the tire to be changed.
2. Turn the end bracket as shown in the image
until the top of the jack contacts the jacking
point.
u Make sure that the jacking point tab is
resting in the jack notch.
3. Raise the vehicle, using the jack handle bar
and the jack handle, until the tire is off the
ground.
■How to Set Up the Jack1How to Set Up the Jack
Do not use the jack with people or luggage in the
vehicle.
Use the jack provided in your vehicle.
Other jacks may not support the weight (“load”) or
may not fit the jacking point.
The following instructions must be followed to use
the jack safely:
•Do not use while the engine is running.
•Use only where the ground is firm and level.•Use only at the jacking points.
•Do not get in the vehicl e while using the jack.
•Do not put anything on top of or underneath the
jack.
3WARNING
The vehicle can easily roll off the jack,
seriously injuring anyone underneath.
Follow the directions for changing a tire
exactly, and no person should place any
portion of their body under a vehicle that is
supported by a jack.
Jack
Handle
Bar Wheel Nut
Wrench as Jack Handle
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uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uChanging a Flat Tire
Handling the Unexpected
1. Remove the wheel nuts and flat tire.
2. Wipe the mounting surfaces of the wheel
with a clean cloth.
3. Mount the compact spare tire.
4. Screw the wheel nuts until they touch the
lips around the mounting holes, and stop
rotating.
5. Lower the vehicle and remove the jack.
Tighten the wheel nuts in the order
indicated in the image. Go around,
tightening the nuts, two to three times in
this order.
Wheel nut torque:
80 lbf∙ft (108 N∙m, 11 kgf∙m)
■Replacing the Flat Tire1Replacing the Flat Tire
Do not over tighten the wheel nuts by applying extra
torque using your foot or a pipe.
Make sure the wire support ring is hooked into the
clips around the edge of the wheel cover.
Align the valve mark on the wheel cover to the tire
valve on the wheel, then install the wheel cover.
Models with wheel cover
Clips
Clips
Valve Mark
Wheel Cover
Wheel
Nut
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Handling the Unexpected
1. Remove the center cap.
2. Place the flat tire face down in the spare tire
well.
3. Remove the spacer cone from the wing
bolt, flip it over, and insert it back on the
bolt. Secure the flat tire with the wing bolt.
4. Securely store the wheel nut wrench, jack
handle bar and jack back in the tool case.
Store the case in the cargo area under the
cargo floor lid.
■Storing the Flat Tire1Storing the Flat Tire
Make sure the wire support ring is on the outer side
of the tire valve as shown.
The system cannot monitor th e pressure of the spare
tire. Manually check the spare tire pressure to be sure
that it is correct.
3WARNING
Loose items can fly around the interior in a
crash and can seriously injure the
occupants.
Store the wheel, jack, and tools securely
before driving.
Models with wheel cover
Wire Support Ring
Tire Valve
Center CapModels with aluminum wheels
For full-size
tire
For compact
spare tire
Wing Bolt
Spacer
ConeAll models
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uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uChanging a Flat Tire
Handling the Unexpected
If you replace a flat tire with the spare tire, the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator
comes on while you are driving. After dr iving for a few miles (kilometers), the
indicator will start blinking for a short time and then stay on, Tire Pressure
Monitor Problem or Tire Pressure Low appears on the multi-information display
*
but this is normal.
Calibrate the TPMS when you replace the tire with a specified regular tire.
2TPMS Calibration P. 464
■TPMS and the Compact Spare Tire
U.S. models
* Not available on all models
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Handling the Unexpected
If the Low Tire Pressure/ TPMS Indicator Comes On or
Blinks
■Reasons for the indicator to come on or blink
A tire pressure is significantly low, or the TPMS has not been calibrated.
If there is a problem with the TPMS or the compact spare tire is installed,
the indicator blinks for about one minute, and then stays on
■What to do when th e indicator comes on
Drive carefully and avoid abrupt cornering and hard braking.
Stop your vehicle in a safe place. Ch eck the tire pressure and adjust the
pressure to the specified level. The sp ecified tire pressure is on a label on
the driver side doorjamb. u Calibrate the TPMS after the tire pressure is adjusted.
■What to do when the indicator blinks, then remains on
Have the tire inspected by a dealer as soon as possible. If the compact
spare tire causes the indica tor to blink, change the tire to a full-size tire.
The indicator goes off after driving for a few miles (kilometers).
u Calibrate the TPMS after a full-size tire is reinstalled.
U.S. models
1If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks
NOTICE
Driving on an extremely underinflated tire can cause
it to overheat. An overheated tire can fail. Always
inflate your tires to the prescribed level.
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Handling the Unexpected
Emergency Towing
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow your vehicle.
■Flat bed equipment
The operator loads your vehicle on the back of a truck.
This is the best way to transport your vehicle.
■Wheel lift equipment
The tow truck uses two pivoti ng arms that go under the front tires and lift them off
the ground. The rear tires remain on the ground. This is an acceptable way to
tow your vehicle.
1 Emergency Towing
NOTICE
Trying to lift or tow your vehicle by the bumpers will
cause serious damage. The bumpers are not designed
to support the vehicle’s weight.
NOTICE
Improper towing such as towing behind a
motorhome or other motor vehicle can damage the
transmission.
Never tow your vehicle with just a rope or chain.
It is very dangerous, since ropes or chains may shift
from side to side or break.
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Index
Driving....................................................... 399
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ................ 433
Braking .................................................... 469
Continuously Variable Transmission ......... 416
Cruise Control ......................................... 428
Shifting Gear ........................... 417, 419, 423
Starting the Engine .......................... 409, 411
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 538
E
ECON Button............................................. 427
ECON Mode Indicator ................................. 85
Elapsed Time ............................................. 109
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator ............................................ 82, 564
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 459
Emergency ................................................. 571
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 581
Engine Coolant ................................................... 508
Jump Starting .......................................... 557
Number ................................................... 578
Oil ........................................................... 503
Starting ........................................... 409, 411
Switch Buzzer .......................................... 154
Engine Coolant ......................................... 508
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 509
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..................... 508
High Temperature Indicator ....................... 81
Low Temperature Indicator ........................ 81 Overheating ............................................ 560
Engine Oil ................................................. 503
Adding .................................................... 505
Checking................................................. 504
Displaying Oil Life ............................ 493, 497
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 77, 562
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 503
EPS (Electric Power Steering)
System .............................................. 82, 564
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) ................................. 73
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 541
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 173
F
Features.................................................... 205
Filters
Dust and Pollen ....................................... 538
Oil ........................................................... 506
Flat Tire ..................................................... 547
Floor Mats ................................................. 540
Fluids Brake ...................................................... 511
Continuously Variable Transmission ......... 510
Engine Coolant ....................................... 508
Manual Transmission ............................... 510
Windshield Washer ................................. 512
FM/AM Radio ............................................ 219
Fog Light Indicator ..................................... 85
Folding Down the Rear Seats .................. 179Foot Brake
................................................ 470
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 49
Front Seats ................................................ 174
Adjusting ................................................ 174
Front Sensor Camera ............................... 431
Fuel ..................................................... 23, 484
Economy................................................. 487
Gauge .................................................... 106
Instant Fuel Economy .............................. 110
Low Fuel Indicator..................................... 80
Range ..................................................... 109
Recommendation.................................... 484
Refueling .......................................... 23, 484
Fuel Economy ........................................... 487
Fuel Fill Cap ........................................ 23, 486
Message ................................................. 563
Fuel Fill Door ...................................... 23, 485
Fuses ......................................................... 566
Inspecting and Changing ........................ 570
Locations ................................................ 566
G
Gasoline (Fuel)
Economy................................................. 487
Gauge .................................................... 106
Information............................................. 484
Instant Fuel Economy .............................. 110
Low Fuel Indicator..................................... 80
Refueling ................................................ 484
Gauges ...................................................... 103
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