ECO mode HONDA FIT 2020 (in English) Workshop Manual

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uuLocking and Unlocking the Doors uCustomizing the Auto Door Locking/Unlocking Setting*
Controls
*1 : Default setting
*2 : Models without smart entry system
*3 : Models with smart entry system
StepsDriver Door Open Unlock Mode*1Park Unlock ModeOff
7
Turn the ignition switch to OFF (0 within 20 seconds*2.
Push the ENGINE START/STOP button once without depressing the brake pedal*3.
u Customization is completed.
u All doors lock and all turn signals blink three times.
Continuously variable transmission models
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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 activate 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, and then the
transmission is taken 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 sy stem 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 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.
• The hood is closed.
• All doors and the tailgate are locked from outside with the key, remote
transmitter, or smart entry system
*.
• The key has been removed from the ignition switch.
■When the security system alarm sets
The security system alarm in dicator in the instrument panel blinks and the blinking
interval changes after about 15 seconds.
■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 when 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.
•Taking the transmission 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
Models without keyless access system
* Not available on all models
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uuSecurity System uSecurity System Alarm
Controls
■The panic button on the remote
transmitter
If you press the panic button for
approximately one seco nd, the following will
occur for about 30 seconds:
• The horn sounds.
• Some exterior lights flash.
■Canceling panic mode
Press any button on the remote transmitter, or turn the ignition switch to ON
(w*1.
*1 : Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.
■Panic Mode
Panic Button
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uLight Switches
Controls
Automatic lighting control can be used when
the ignition switch is in ON
(w*1.
When the light switch is in AUTO, the
headlights and other exterior lights will switch
on and off automatically depending on the
ambient brightness.
*1 : Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.
■Automatic Operation (automatic lighting control)1Automatic Operation (aut omatic lighting control)
We recommend that you tu rn on the lights manually
when driving at night, in a dense fog, or in dark areas
such as long tunnels or parking facilities.
The light sensor is in the location shown below.
Do not cover this light sensor with anything;
otherwise, the automatic lighting system may not
work properly.
Light Sensor
U.S. models
Canadian models
* Not available on all models
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Controls
The headlights automatically co me on when the wipers are used several times within
a certain number of intervals wi th the headlight switch in AUTO.
The headlights automatically go off a few minutes later if the wipers are stopped.
The headlights, all other exterior lights, an d the instrument panel lights turn off 15
seconds after you remove the key or set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK),
take the remote with you, and close the driver's door.
If you turn the igniti on switch to LOCK
(0*1 with the headlight switch on, but do
not open the door, the lights turn off after 10 minutes (3 minutes, if the switch is in
the AUTO position).
The lights turn on again when you unlock or open the driver's door. If you unlock
the door, but do not open it within 15 seconds, the lights go off. If you open the
driver's door, you will hear a lights on reminder chime.
*1 : Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.
■Headlight Integration with Wipers*
■Automatic Lighting Off Feature
1Headlight Integration with Wipers*
This feature activates while the headlights are off in
AUTO .
The instrument panel br ightness does not change
when the headlights come on.
At dark ambient light leve ls, the automatic lighting
control feature turns on the headlights, regardless of
the number of wiper sweeps.
* Not available on all models
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uAuto High-Beam*
Controls
Auto High-Beam*
The front sensor camera detects the light sources ahead of the vehicle such as the
lights of a preceding or oncoming vehicle, or street lights. When you are driving at
night, the system automati cally switches the headlight s between low beam and high
beam depending on the situation.
When all of the following conditions have been met, the auto high-beam indicator
comes on and the auto high-beam is activated. •The ignition switch is in ON
(w*1.
• The light switch is in AUTO.
• The lever is in the low beam position.
• The headlights have been automatically
activated.
• It is dark outside the vehicle.
If the auto high-beam indicator does not come on even when all the conditions have
been met, carry out the following procedure and the indicator will come on.
• Pull the lever toward you for flashing the high beams then release it while driving.
*1 : Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.
1Auto High-Beam*
The auto high-beam system does not always operate
in every situation. This syst em is just for assisting the
driver. Always observe your surroundings and switch
the headlights between high beam and low beam
manually if necessary.
If you find the timing of beam changes inconvenient
for driving, change the headlight beams manually.
The range and the distance at which the camera can
recognize varies de pending on conditions
surrounding your vehicle.
Regarding the handling of the camera mounted to
the inside of the windshiel d, refer to the following.
2 Front Sensor Camera
* P. 431
For the auto high-beam to work properly:
•Do not place an object that reflects light on the
dashboard.
•Keep the windshield around the camera clean.
•When cleaning the windshield, be careful not to
apply the windshield cleans er to the camera lens.
•Do not attach an object, sticker or film to the area
around the camera.
•Do not touch the camera lens.
If the camera receives a st rong impact, or repairing of
the area near the camera is required, consult a dealer.
■How to Use the Auto High-Beam
Front Sensor
Camera
Headlight Switch
Auto High-Beam
Indicator
* Not available on all models
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Controls
You can turn the auto high-beam system off. If you want to turn the system off or
on, turn the ignition switch to ON
(w*1, then carry out the following procedures
while the vehicle is stationary.
To turn the system off:
With the light switch is in AUTO, pull the lever
toward you and hold it for at least 40 seconds.
After the auto high-beam indicator light blinks
twice, release the lever.
To turn the system on:
With the light switch is in AUTO, pull the lever
toward you and hold it for at least 30 seconds.
After the auto high-beam indicator light blinks
once, release the lever.
*1 : Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.
■How to Turn Off the Auto High-Beam1How to Use the Auto High-Beam
If the Some Driver Assist Systems Cannot
Operate :
Camera Temperature Too High message appears:
•Use the heating and cooling system*/climate
control system* to cool down the interior and, if
necessary, also use defroster mode with the airflow
directed toward the camera.
•Start driving the vehicle to lower the windshield
temperature, which cool s down the area around
the camera.
If the Some Driver Assist Systems Cannot
Operate :
Clean Front Windshield message appears:
•Park your vehicle in a safe place, and clean the
windshield. If the message does not disappear after
you have cleaned the windshield and driven for a
while, have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
1 How to Turn Off the Auto High-Beam
If you turn the auto high-b eam system off, the system
does not operate until you turn the system on.
Park in a safe place before turning the system off or
on.
AUTO Position
U.S. models
Canadian models
AUTO Position
* Not available on all models
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uWipers and Washers
Controls
Wipers and Washers
The windshield wipers and washers can be
used when the ignition switch is in ON
(w*1.
■MIST
The wipers run at high speed until you release
the lever.
■Wiper switch (OFF, INT, LO, HI)
Change the wiper switch setting according to
the amount of rain.
■Washer
Sprays while you pull the lever toward you.
When you release the lever for more than one
second, the spray stops, the wipers sweep two
or three more times to clear the windshield,
then stop.
■Adjusting wiper operation*
Turn the adjustment ring to adjust the wiper
operation.
*1 : Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.
■Windshield Wiper/Washer1Wipers and Washers
NOTICE
Do not use the wipers when the windshield is dry.
The windshield will get sc ratched, or the rubber
blades will get damaged.
NOTICE
In cold weather, the blades may freeze to the
windshield.
Operating the wipers in th is condition may damage
the wipers. Use the defogger to warm the
windshield, then turn the wipers on.
If the vehicle speeds up while the wipers are
operating intermittently, the length of the wipe
interval shortens.
When the vehicle speeds up, the wiper operation’s
shortest delay se tting ( ) and the LO setting become
the same.
Turn the washers off if no washer fluid comes out.
The pump may get damaged.
Models with adjustment ring
All models
Pull to
use
washer.
MIST
INT: Low speed with
intermittent OFF
LO : Low speed wipe
HI: High speed wipe
Adjustment
Ring*
Lower speed, fewer sweeps
Higher speed, more sweeps
* Not available on all models
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uBrightness Control
Controls
Brightness Control
When the parking lights are turned on and the
ignition switch is in ON
(w*1, you can use the
(select/reset) knob to adjust instrument
panel brightness.
Brighten: Turn the knob to the right.
Dim: Turn the knob to the left.
You will hear a beep when the brightness
reaches minimum or maximum. Several
seconds after you have adjusted the
brightness, you will be returned to the
previous screen.
■Brightness level indicator
The brightness level is shown on the display
while you are adjusting it.
*1 : Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.
1Brightness Control
Instrument panel brightne ss varies, depending on
whether the exterior lights are on or off. The
instrument panel dims to reduce glare when they are
on.
To cancel the reduced in strument panel brightness
when the exterior lights are on, turn the knob to
the right until the brightness display is up to max, the
beeper sounds.
The brightness can be set differently for when the
exterior lights are on, and when they are off.
(Select/Reset) Knob
Models without multi-information
display
Models with multi-information display
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