battery HONDA INSIGHT 2006 1.G Owner's Manual

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Although this seems like a simple
procedure, you should take several
precautions.
You cannot start your vehicle with an
automatic transmission (CVT) by
pushing or pulling it. Open the hood, and check the
physical condition of the battery.
In very cold weather, check the
condition of the electrolyte. If it
seems slushy or f rozen, do not try
jump starting until it thaws.
To jump start your vehicle:
Put the transmission in neutral or
Park, and set the parking brake. Turn of f all the electrical
accessories: heater, A/C, climate
control, audio system, lights, etc.
Put the transmission in neutral or
Park, and set the parking brake. The numbers in the illustration show
you the order to connect the jumper
cables.Connect one jumper cable to the
positive ( ) terminal on your
battery. Connect the other end to
the positive ( ) terminal on the
booster battery.
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2.
3.
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Jump Starting
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175
BOOSTER BATTERY
A battery can explode if you do
not follow the correct procedure,
seriously injuring anyone
nearby.
Keep all sparks, open flames,
and smoking materials away
from the battery.
If a battery sits in extreme cold, the
electrolyte inside can f reeze.
Attempting to jump start with a f rozen
battery can cause it to rupture.

µStart the vehicle. If the starter
motor still operates slowly, check
that the jumper cables have good
metal-to-metal contact.
Once the vehicle is running,
disconnect the negative cable f rom
your vehicle, then f rom the
booster battery. Disconnect the
positive cable f rom your vehicle,
and then from the booster battery.
Keep the ends of the jumper cables
away from each other and any metal
on the vehicle until everything is
disconnected. Otherwise, you may
cause an electrical short.
If the booster battery is in another
vehicle, have an assistant start
that vehicle and run it at a fast idle. Connect the second jumper cable
to the negative ( ) terminal on
the booster battery. Connect the
other end to the grounding strap
as shown. Do not connect this
jumper cable to any other part of
the engine.
5. 7. 6.
4.
Jump Starting
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If you have recently ref ueled your
vehicle, the indicator could come on
because of a loose or missing f uel f ill
cap. Tighten the cap until it clicks at
least three times. Tightening the cap
will not turn the indicator of f
immediately; it takes at least three
days of normal driving.If the indicator comes on
while driving, it means one
of the engine’s emissions control
systems may have a problem. Even
though you may f eel no dif f erence in
your vehicle’s perf ormance, it can
reduce your f uel economy and cause
increased emissions. Continued
operation may cause serious damage.
Immediately turn of f all electrical
accessories. Try not to use other
electrically operated controls such as
the power windows. Keep the engine
running; starting the engine will
discharge the battery rapidly. If the charging system
indicator comes on brightly
when the engine is running, the
battery is not being charged.
Go to a service station or garage
where you can get technical
assistance. This indicator may also come on with
the ‘‘D’’ indicator. If the indicator remains on, or the
f uel cap was not loose or missing,
have your vehicle checked by a
dealer as soon as possible.
Charging System Indicator, Malf unction Indicator L amp
Malf unction Indicator L amp
Charging System Indicator
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If you keep driving with the
malf unction indicator lamp on, you can
damage your vehicle’s emissions
controls and engine. Those repairs may
not be covered by your vehicle’s
warranties.

Your vehicle has certain ‘‘readiness
codes’’ that are part of the on-board
diagnostics f or the emissions
systems. In some states, part of the
emissions testing is to make sure
these codes are set. If they are not
set, the test cannot be completed.
If your 12 volt vehicle’s battery has
been disconnected or gone dead,
these codes are erased. It takes at
least three days of driving under
various conditions to set the codes
again.To check if they are set, turn the
ignition switch to the ON (II)
position, without starting the engine.
The malf unction indicator lamp will
come on f or 20 seconds. If it then
goes of f , the readiness codes are set.
If it blinks f ive times, the readiness
codes are not set. If possible, do not
take your vehicle for a state
emissions test until the readiness
codes are set. Ref er to
for more
inf ormation (see page ). 202
Malf unction Indicator L amp
Readiness Codes
State
Emissions T esting
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No.
No. Circuits Protected
Circuits Protected Amps.
Amps.
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10 Cooling Fan
Heater Motor
Rear Defroster
ABS F/S
Power Steering
Back Up, ACC
Power Window
IMA ECU
Condenser Fan
Spare Fuse
IG1 Main
Battery
ABS Motor
Hazard
IMA
Horn Stop
Fuel Pump
Left Headlight
Not used
Right Headlight 30 A
40 A
30 A
20 A
40 A
30 A
40 A
7.5 A 20 A
50 A
80 A
30 A
10 A
15 A
10 A
15 A
15 A
15 A
Fuse Locations
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189
UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX

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Specif ications
Technical Inf ormation
195
Air Conditioning
Lights
12 Volt Battery Alignment
Tires
Fuses
HFC-134a (R-134a)
17.6 19.4 oz (500 550 g) SP-10
12 V 60/55 W (HB2) 0.00 in (0.0 mm)
0.12 in (3.0 mm)
0°1°
2°
P165/65R14 78S
T115/70D14 88M
12 V 21 W
12 V 5 W
12 V 12 V
21/5 W
21 W
12 V 18 W
12 V
12 V 5W
5W
12 V
12 V
5W
3.4 W
12V 27Ah/5HR 30 Ah/5 HR
12 V
Refrigerant type
Charge quantity
Lubricant type
Headlights (HI/LO)
Front turn signal lights
Front parking lights
Side marker lights
Rear turn signal lights
Brake/Taillights
Back-up lights
Trunk light
License plate light
Interior light
Capacity
Toe-in
Camber
Caster
Size
Pressure
Interior
Under-hood
See page
188or the fuse label
attached to the inside of the fuse
box door under the dashboard.
See page 189or the fuse box
cover. 38 psi (260 kPa , 2.6 kgf/cm
)
35 psi (240 kPa , 2.4 kgf/cm)
60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm)
Front
Rear
Front
Rear
Front
Front/Rear
Spare
Front
Rear
Spare
U.S. model M/T
CVT

If you take your vehicle f or a state
emissions test shortly af ter the
battery has been disconnected or
gone dead, it may not pass the test.
This is because of certain ‘‘readiness
codes’’ that must be set in the on-
board diagnostics f or the emissions
systems. These codes are erased
when the battery is disconnected,
and set again only after several days
of driving under a variety of
conditions.
If the testing f acility determines that
the readiness codes are not set, you
will be requested to return at a later
date to complete the test. If you must
get the vehicle retested within the
next two or three days, you can
condition the vehicle f or retesting by
doing the f ollowing.Keep the vehicle in Park
(automatic transmission) or
Neutral (manual transmission).
Increase the engine speed to 2,000
rpm,andholditthereuntilthe
temperature gauge rises to at least
1/4of thescale(about3minutes). Without touching the accelerator
pedal, start the engine, and let it
idle f or 20 seconds. Make sure the ambient
temperature is between 20° and
95°F. Make sure the vehicle has been
parked with the engine of f f or 8
hours or more. Make sure the gas tank is nearly,
but not completely f ull (around
3/4).
Select a nearby lightly traveled
major highway where you can
maintain a speed of 50 to 60 mph
(80 to 97 km/h) f or at least 20
minutes. Drive on the highway in
D (CVT) or 5th (M/T). When
traf f ic allows, drive f or 90 seconds
without moving the accelerator
pedal. (Vehicle speed may vary
slightly; this is okay.) If you cannot
do this f or a continuous 90
seconds because of traf f ic
conditions, drive f or at least 30
seconds, then repeat it two more
times (for a total of 90 seconds).
If the testing facility determines the
readiness codes are still not set, see
your dealer. Then drive in city/suburban
traffic for at least 10 minutes.
When traf f ic conditions allow, let
the vehicle coast f or several
seconds without using the
accelerator pedal or the brake
pedal.
State Emissions T esting
T esting of Readiness Codes
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Your new vehicle is covered by these
warranties:
covers your new vehicle, except f or
the battery, emissions control
systems, and accessories, against
def ects in materials and
workmanship.
these two
warranties cover your vehicle’s
emissions control systems. Time,
mileage, and coverage are
conditional. Please read your
warranty booklet f or exact
inf ormation. a seat
belt that f ails to f unction properly is
covered f or the usef ul lif e of the
vehicle.
all exterior body panels are
covered f or rust-through f rom the
inside f or the specif ied time period
with no mileage limit.
Honda accessories are covered
under this warranty. Time and
mileage limits depend on the type of
accessory and other factors. Please
read your warranty booklet f or
details.
covers all Honda
replacement parts against defects in
materials and workmanship. provides prorated
coverage f or a replacement battery
purchased f rom your dealer.
provides
coverageforaslongasthepur-
chaser of the muf f ler owns the
vehicle.
this warranty gives up
to 100 percent credit toward a
replacement battery. Restrictions and exclusions apply to
all these warranties. Please read the
2006 Honda warranty inf ormation
booklet that came with your vehicle
f or precise inf ormation on warranty
coverages. Your vehicle’s original
tires are covered by their
manuf acturer. Tire warranty
inf ormation is in a separate booklet.
Please ref er to the 2006 warranty
manual that came with your vehicle.
Warranty Coverages
U.S. Owners
Canadian Owners
New Vehicle L imit ed Warrant yEmissions Cont rol Syst ems Def ect sWarrant y and EmissionsPerf ormance Warranty Seat Belt Limited Warranty
Rust Perf orat ion L imit ed Warrant y
Accessory Limited Warranty
Replacement Part s L imit edWarranty Replacement Bat t ery L imit ed
Warranty
Replacement Muf f ler L if et imeLimited Warranty
Original Equipment Bat t ery L imit ed WarrantyWarrant y and Cust omer Relat ions
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BatteryCharging System ...........................
Indicator .44, 180
............................
Jump Starting .175
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Maintenance .162
............................
Specif ications .195
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Bef ore Driving .93
..................................
Belts, Seat .10, 18
.............................
Beverage Holder .71
..................................
Booster Seats .35 Brakes
...........
Anti-lock System (ABS) . 122
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Break-in, New Linings . 94
....................
Bulb Replacement .149
...........................................
Fluid .144
.........................................
Parking .69
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System Indicator . 45,182
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Wear Indicators .121
.............................
Braking System .121
...................
Break-in, New Vehicle . 94
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Brightness Control, Instruments . 57
........................
Brights, Headlights .56
Bulb Replacement ..........................
Back-up Lights .149
..............................
Brake Lights .149
................
Front Parking Lights . 147
........
Front Side Marker Lights . 148
.................................
Headlights .146
............................
Specif ications .195
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Turn Signal Lights . 148
..............................
Bulbs, Halogen .146
....................................
Accessories .100
ACCESSORY (Ignition Key .......................................
Position) .61
...............
Accessory Power Socket . 71
....................
Additives, Engine Oil . 136
.............................
Airbag (SRS) .11, 21
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Airbags, Additional Information . 21
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Additional Safety Precautions . 24
.............................
Airbag Service .23
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How the SRS Indicator Works . 23
How Your Front Airbags .........................................
Work .21
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SRS Components .21
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Air Conditioning System . 74
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Usage .75, 78
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Air Pressure, Tires .156
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Normal Driving .157
.........................
Alcohol in Gasoline .94
......................................
Antif reeze .139
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ...............................
Indicator .45, 122
....................................
Operation .122
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Anti-theft, Audio System . 90Anti-thef t Steering Column
..............................................
Lock .61
..................................
Audio System .80
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Auto Idle Stop .111, 118
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Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners . 19
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Automatic Transmission . 113
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Capacity,Fluid .194
...............
Checking Fluid Level . 142
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Shif ting .114
Shif t Lever Position ...............................
Indicators .113
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Shif t Lever Positions . 114
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Shif t Lock Release . 117
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Index
A
B
INDEX
I

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DANGER, Explanation of . ii
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Dashboard .4, 42
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Daytime Running Lights . 56
Daytime Running Lights .......................................
Indicator .46
.................................
Dead Battery .175
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Def ects, Reporting Saf ety . 206
..........................
Def og and Def rost .77
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Def ogger, Rear Window . 58
................
Def rosting the Windows . 77
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Dimensions .194
...............
Dimming the Headlights . 56
Dipstick Automatic Transmission .....................................
(CVT) .142
....................................
Engine Oil .97
..........................
Directional Signals .56
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Disc Brake Wear Indicators . 121
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Disposal of Used Oil .138
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Display Change Button . 49
Doors ..............
Locking and Unlocking . 62
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Power Door Locks .62
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DOT Tire Quality Grading . 196
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Capacities Chart .194
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Carbon Monoxide Hazard . 38
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Carrying Cargo .102
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CAUTION, Explanation of . ii
...........................................
CD Care .87
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CD Player Error Message . 88
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CD Changer Error Message . 89
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CD Player .85
....................................
Ceiling Light .72
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Certif ication Label .192
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Chains, Tires .161
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Charge/Assist Gauge .53
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Changing a Flat Tire .167
Changing Oil ........................................
How to .136
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When to .129
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Charging System Indicator . 44,180
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Checklist, Bef ore Driving . 108
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Child Saf ety .25
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Booster Seats .35
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Child Seats .30
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Important Saf ety Reminders . 28
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Inf ants .26
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Large Children .34 ......................
Risks with Airbags .26
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Small Children .29
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Tethers .33
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Where Should a Child Sit? . 25
Child Seats ................
Installing a Child Seat . 30
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Selecting Child Seat . 30
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Tether Anchorage Points . 33
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Climate Control Sensors . 79
.................................................
Clock .91
...................................
Clutch Fluid .145
........................
CO in the Exhaust .199
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Cold Weather, Starting in . 109
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Compact Spare Tire .166
...............
Consumer Inf ormation . 204
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Controls, Instruments and . 41
Coolant ........................................
Adding .139
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Checking .98
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Proper Solution .139
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Temperature Gauge . 49
Crankcase Emissions Control ........................................
System .199
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Cup Holders .71
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Current Fuel Mileage .50
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Customer Service Of f ice . 204
Index
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