remote control HONDA FIT 2020 Owner's Manual (in English)

Contents
Child Safety P. 60Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 73Safety Labels P. 74
Opening and Closing the Tailgate P. 145 Security System P. 148
Opening and Closing the Moonroof* P. 153
Adjusting the Mirrors P. 173 Adjusting the Seats P. 174
Heating and Cooling System
* P. 196 Climate Control System* P. 199
Audio Error Messages P. 312General Information on the Audio System P. 317
When Driving P. 409 Braking P. 469Parking Your Vehicle P. 481
Refueling P. 484 Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions P. 487
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 501 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 513
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 524 Battery P. 534 Remote Transmitter Care P. 536
Cleaning P. 539 Accessories and Modifications P. 544
Engine Does Not Start P. 554Jump Starting P. 557 Shift Lever Does Not Move P. 559
Emergency Towing P. 571 When You Cannot Open the Tailgate P. 572
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 579 Reporting Safety Defects P. 580
Authorized Manuals P. 585 Customer Service Information P. 586
Quick Reference GuideP. 4
Safe DrivingP. 31
Instrument PanelP. 75
ControlsP. 121
FeaturesP. 205
DrivingP. 399
MaintenanceP. 489
Handling the UnexpectedP. 545
InformationP. 575
IndexP. 588
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Quick Reference Guide
❙Paddle Shifter (Shift Up)* (P422)
❙ (Select/Reset) Knob (P104)
❙Brightness Control (P170)
❙ (Display) Button* (P234)
❙Paddle Shifter (Shift Down)* (P 422)
❙Headlights/Turn Signals (P159, 160)
❙Fog Lights* (P163)
❙LaneWatchTM * (P461)
❙Audio Remote Control Buttons* (P210)
❙Horn (Press an area around .)
❙Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ® System
Voice Control Buttons
(P343, 368)
❙Navigation System Voice Control Buttons*
() See the Navigation System Manual
❙Wipers/Washers (P168)
❙MAIN Button* (P434)
❙CRUISE Button* (P428)
❙Interval Button* (P441)
❙Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) Button*
(P452)
* Not available on all models
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Quick Reference Guide
Features (P205)
Audio Remote Controls*
(P210)
● / Button
Press to adjust the volume up/down.
● SOURCE Button
Press to change the audio mode: FM/AM/
CD/USB/iPod/ Bluetooth® Audio.
Press to change the audio mode: FM/AM/
SiriusXM
®/USB/iPod/Bluetooth® Audio/Pandora®*/
Apps/Apple CarPlayTM/Android AutoTM.● / Button
Radio: Press to change the preset station. Press and hold to select the next or
previous strong station.
CD
*/USB device: Press to skip to the beginning of
the next song or return to the
beginning of the current song.
Press and hold to change a folder.
/ / / Buttons
SOURCE Button
Models with color audio system
Models with display audio system
Audio System (P206)
For navigation system operation () See the Navigation System Manual
Models with color audio system
MENU/CLOCK Button
Selector Knob
(Day/Night) Button
(Back) Button
(Sound) Button
VOL
/
(Volume/Power)
Knob
CD Slot
(CD Eject) Button
Preset Buttons (1-6) (Phone) Button
RADIO
Button
/
(Skip/Seek) Buttons
MEDIA
Button Audio/Information Screen
*
Not available on all models
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Controls
This chapter explains how to operate the various controls necessary for driving.
Clock............................................................ 122
Locking and Unlocking the Doors Key Types and Functions ........................... 124
Low Smart Entry Remote Signal Strength*.....126Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside ... 127
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside .....135
Childproof Door Locks .............................. 138
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking*................. 139
Opening and Closing the Tailgate ............ 145
Security System .......................................... 148
Immobilizer System ......... ..................... ..... 148
Security System Alarm ............................... 148
Opening and Closing the Windows .......... 151
Opening and Closing the Moonroof
*....... 153 Operating the Switches Around the Steering
Wheel
Ignition Switch.......................................... 154
ENGINE START/STOP Button ..................... 155
Ignition Switch and Power Mode Comparison ... 158Turn Signals .............................................. 159
Light Switches .......................................... 160
Fog Lights
*............................................... 163
Auto High-Beam*..................................... 164
Daytime Running Lights ............................ 167
Wipers and Washers ................................. 168
Brightness Control .................................... 170
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror* Button ...... 171
Models without smart entry system
Models with smart entry system
Adjusting the Steering Wheel ....................172
Adjusting the Mirrors .................................173
Interior Rearview Mirror .............................173
Power Door Mirrors ...................................173
Adjusting the Seats .................................... 174
Front Seats ................................................174
Rear Seats .................................................178
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items....... 186Interior Lights ............................................186
Interior Convenience Items ........................188
Heating and Cooling System
*....................196
Using Vents, Heating and A/C*.................196
Climate Control System*............................199
Using Automatic Climate Control ..............199
Automatic Climate Control Sensors ...........203
* Not available on all models
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Controls
Locking and Unlocking the Doors
Key Types and Functions
This vehicle comes with the following keys:Use the smart entry remote to start and stop
the engine, and to lock and unlock all the
doors and tailgate. You can also use the smart
entry system to lock and unlock the doors and
tailgate.
Use the keys to start and stop the engine, and
to lock and unlock all the doors and tailgate.
You can also use the re mote transmitter to
lock and unlock the doors and tailgate.1 Key Types and Functions
All the keys have an immobilizer system. The
immobilizer system helps to protect against vehicle
theft. 2 Immobilizer System P. 148
Follow the advice below to prevent damage to the
keys:
•Do not leave the keys in direct sunlight, or in
locations with high temperature or high humidity.
•Do not drop the keys or set heavy objects on them.•Keep the keys away from liquids, dust and sand.
•Do not take the keys apart except for replacing the
battery.
If the circuits in the keys are damaged, the engine
may not start, and the remote transmitter/smart entry
system
* may not work.
If the keys do not work properly, have them
inspected by a dealer.
Ignition
Keys*
Ignition Key
with Remote
Transmitter
*
Smart
Entry
Remote
*
Models with smart entry system
Models without smart entry system
* Not available on all models
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uuLocking and Unlocking the Doors uKey Types and Functions
Controls
The built-in key can be us ed to lock/unlock the
doors when the smart entry remote battery
becomes weak and the power door lock/
unlock operation is disabled.
To remove the built-in key, slide the release
knob and then pull out the key. To reinstall
the built-in key, push the built-in key into the
smart entry remote until it clicks.
Contains a number that you will need if you
purchase a replacement key.
■Built-in Key*
Release Knob
Built-in Key
■Key Number Tag1 Key Number Tag
Keep the key number tag separate from the key in a
safe place outside of your vehicle.
If you wish to purchase an additional key, contact a
dealer.
If you lose your key and you cannot start the engine,
contact a dealer.
* Not available on all models
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uuLocking and Unlocking the Doors uLow Smart Entry Remote Signal Strength*
Controls
Low Smart Entry Remo te Signal Strength*
The vehicle transmits radio waves to loca te the smart entry remote when locking/
unlocking the doors and tailgate, or to start the engine.
In the following cases, locking/unlocking the doors and tailgate, or starting the
engine may be inhibited or operation may be unstable:
• Strong radio waves are being tra nsmitted by nearby equipment.
• You are carrying the smart entry remote together with telecommunications
equipment, laptop computers, ce ll phones, or wireless devices.
• A metallic object is touching or covering the smart entry remote.1Low Smart Entry Remote Signal Strength*
Communication between the smart entry remote and
the vehicle consumes the smart entry remote’s
battery.
Battery life is about two years, but this varies
depending on re gularity of use.
The battery is consumed whenever the smart entry
remote is receivi ng strong radio wave s. Avoid placing
it near electrical appliances such as televisions and
personal computers.
* Not available on all models
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uuLocking and Unlocking the Doors uLocking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
Continued
Controls
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
When you carry the sm art entry remote, you
can lock/unlock the doors and the tailgate.
You can lock/unlock the doors and the
tailgate within a radius of about 32 inches (80
cm) of the outside door handle or tailgate
release button.
■Locking the doors and tailgate
Press the door lock button on the front door
or the tailgate. u Some exterior lights flash; the beeper
sounds; all the doors and tailgate lock;
and the security system sets.
■Using the Smart Entry with Push Button Start System*1Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
If the interior light switch is in the door activated
position, the interior lights come on when you unlock
the doors.
No doors opened: The li ghts fade out after 30
seconds.
Doors relocked : The li ght goes off immediately.
2 Interior Lights P. 186
1Using the Smart Entry with Push Button Start System*
If you do not open a door or the tailgate within 30
seconds of unlocking the vehicle with the smart entry
system, the doors will automatically relock.
You can lock or unlock doors using the smart entry
system only when the power mode is in VEHICLE OFF.
•Do not leave the smart entry remote in the vehicle
when you get out. Carry it with you.
•Even if you are not carrying the smart entry remote,
you can lock/unlock the doors and tailgate while
someone else with the remote is within range.
•The door may be unlocked if the door handle is
covered with water in heavy rain or in a car wash if
the smart entry remote is within range.
•If you grip a door handle wearing gloves, the door
sensor may be slow to respond or may not respond
by unlocking the doors.
•After locking the door, you have up to 2 seconds
during which you can pull the door handle to
confirm whether the door is locked. If you need to
unlock the door immediately after locking it, wait
at least 2 seconds befo re gripping the handle,
otherwise the door will not unlock.
Door Lock Button
Lock Button
* Not available on all models
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Controls
■Unlocking the doors and tailgate
Grab the driver’s door handle: u The driver’s door unlocks.
u Some exterior lights flash twice and the
beeper sounds twice.
Grab the front passenger’s door handle:
u All the doors and the tailgate unlock.
u Some exterior lights flash twice and the
beeper sounds twice.
Press the tailgate release button: u The tailgate unlocks.
u Some exterior lights flash twice and the
beeper sounds twice.
2 Using the Tailgate Outer Handle/
Release Button P. 146
1Using the Smart Entry with Push Button Start System*
•The door might not open if you pull it immediately
after gripping the door handle. Grip the handle
again and confirm that th e door is unlocked before
pulling the handle.
•Even within the 32 inches (80 cm) radius, you may
not be able to lock/unlock the doors and the
tailgate with the smart entry remote if it is above or
below the outside handle.
•The smart entry remote may not operate if it is too
close to the door and door glass.
The light flash, beep and door unlock mode settings
can be customized using the multi-information
display. 2 Customized Features P. 111
Tailgate Release
Button
* Not available on all models
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uuLocking and Unlocking the Doors uLocking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
Controls
■Locking the vehicle (Walk away auto
lock)
When you walk away from the vehicle while
carrying the smart entry remote, the doors will
automatically lock.
The auto lock function activates when all
doors and tailgate are closed, and the smart
entry remote is within about 5 feet (1.5 m)
radius of the outside door handle.
Exit vehicle while carry ing smart entry remote
and close door(s).
1. While within about 5 feet (1.5 m) radius of
the vehicle.
u The beeper sounds; the auto lock
function will be activated.
2. Carry the smart entry remote beyond about
5 feet (1.5 m) from the vehicle and remain
outside this range for 2 or more seconds.
u Some exterior lights flash; the beeper
sounds; all doors and tailgate will then
lock.1Locking the vehicle (Walk away auto lock)
The auto lock function is set to OFF as the factory
default setting. The auto lo ck function can be set to
ON using the audio/inform ation screen or multi-
information display.
If you set the auto lock function to ON using the
audio/information screen or the multi-information
display, only the smart entry remote that was used to
unlock the driver’s door prio r to the setting change
can activate auto lock. 2 Customization flow P. 112
After the auto lock function has been activated, when
you stay within the lockin g/unlocking operation range,
the indicator on the smart en try remote will continue
to flash until the doors are locked.
When you stay beside the vehicle within the
operation range, the doors wi ll automatically lock
approximately 30 seconds after the auto lock
function activating beeper sounds.
When you open a door after the auto lock function
activating beeper sounds, the auto lock function will
be delayed until all doors and tailgate are closed.
Under the following circumstances, the auto-lock
function will not activate:
•The remote is inside the vehicle.
•The remote is taken out of its operational range
before all the doors are closed. u The beeper will not sound.
u The beeper will sound.
The activation range of
the auto lock function is
about 5 feet (1.5 m)
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