brake HONDA INSIGHT 2010 2.G Owners Manual

This section gives inf ormation about
the controls and displays that
contribute to the daily operation of
your vehicle. All the essential
controls are within easy reach............................
Control Locations . 60
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Instrument Panel . 61
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Instrument Panel Indicators . 62
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Gauges . 72
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Multi-Inf ormation Display . 75
Controls Near the Steering .........................................
Wheel .116
Windshield Wipers and .....................................
Washers .117
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Turn Signals and Headlights . 118
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Daytime Running Lights . 120
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Instrument Panel Brightness . 121
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Hazard Warning Button . 122
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Rear Window Def ogger . 123
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Econ Button .124
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Steering Wheel Adjustments . 125
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Keys and Locks .126
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Immobilizer System .127
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Ignition Switch .128
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Door Locks .130
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Childproof Door Locks . 131
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Remote Transmitter .132
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Hatch .136
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Unlocking the Hatch . 137
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Seats .138
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Front Seat Adjustments . 138Driver’s Seat Height
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Adjustment .138
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Head Restraints .139
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Folding the Rear Seats Down . 142
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Armrest .143
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Mirrors .144
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Adjusting the Power Mirrors . 144
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Power Mirror Heaters . 145
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Power Windows .146
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Parking Brake .148
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Interior Convenience Items . 149
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Cargo Area Cover .150
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Under Floor Storages . 152
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Floor Storage Compartment . 152
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Beverage Holders .153
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Accessory Power Sockets . 153
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Console Compartment . 154
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Glove Box .154
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Center Tray .155
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Center Pockets .155
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Coat Hook .156
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Sun Visors .156
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Vanity Mirror .156
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Interior Lights .157
Instruments and Controls
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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Control L ocations
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POWER WINDOW
SWITCHES
DOOR LOCK TAB
GAUGES
POWER DOOR LOCK
MASTER SWITCH HAZARD WARNING
BUTTON
CLIMATE CONTROL
SYSTEMPARKING BRAKE LEVER
ECON BUTTON
HOOD RELEASE HANDLE PADDLE SHIFTERSUSB ADAPTER CABLE
MULTI-INFORMATION
DISPLAY
(P.287) (P.316) (P.
311 )
(P.
160 )
(P.35
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PASSENGER AIRBAG
OFF INDICATOR
(P.72)
INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS (P.62)
(P.124)
(P.130)
(P.130)
(P.146)
(P.183,191)(P.
148 )
(P.122)
(P
.72, 75)
AUDIO SYSTEM
(P.166,198)
NAVIGATION SYSTEM
AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION (CVT)
Model with navigation system is shown.
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The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Dif f erences f or the Canadian models are noted in the text.
Instrument Panel
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR LIGHTS ON INDICATOR
SEAT BELT REMINDER
INDICATOR ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM
(ABS) INDICATOR
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT
SYSTEM (SRS) INDICATOR
SYSTEM MESSAGE
INDICATOR
BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR
(AMBER)
VSA OFF INDICATOR
MALFUNCTION
INDICATOR LAMP PARKING BRAKE AND
BRAKE SYSTEM
INDICATOR (RED)
DOOR/HATCH OPEN
INDICATOR
SIDE AIRBAG OFF
INDICATOR
VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST
(VSA) SYSTEM INDICATOR
IMMOBILIZER
SYSTEM INDICATOR
IMA SYSTEM
INDICATOR HIGH BEAM
INDICATOR
ELECTRIC POWER STEERING
INDICATOR
(P.64)
(P.65, 332)
(P .63)
(P.66)
(P.62, 403)
(P.63,402)
: If equipped (P.62)(P.64)
(P.63,
404) (P.65)
(P.68)
(P.68)
(P.
69)
(P.64)
(P.69)
HIGH TEMPERATURE INDICATOR (P
.67)
LOW TEMPERATURE INDICATOR (P.67)
(P.70)
(P .66) CRUISE MAIN INDICATOR (P.69)
CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR (P.69)
LOW OIL PRESSURE
INDICATOR
(P.62,401)
LOW TIRE PRESSURE/
TPMS INDICATOR
12 VOLT BATTERY
CHARGING SYSTEM
INDICATOR (P.70)
ECON MODE INDICATOR (P.71)
(P.70)
AUTO IDLE STOP INDICATOR
LOW FUEL INDICATOR
(P.65,
332)
(P.66, 321, 322)
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If it stays on after you have fully
released the parking brake while
the engine is running, or if it
comes on while driving, it can
indicate a problem in the brake
system. You will also see a
‘‘BRAKE FLUID LOW’’ or
‘‘CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM’’
message on the multi-inf ormation
display. For more inf ormation, see
page .
This indicator comes on brief ly when
you turn the ignition switch to the
ON (II) position. It will then go of f if
you have inserted a properly coded
ignition key. If it is not a properly
coded key, the indicator will blink,
and the engine’s f uel system will be
disabled (see page ). This indicator has two f unctions:
If you drive without releasing the
parking brake, a beeper will sound,
and you will also see a ‘‘RELEASE
PARKING BRAKE’’ message on
the multi-information display (see
page ). Itcomesonwhenyouturnthe
ignition switch to the ON (II)
position. It is a reminder to check
the parking brake. Driving with
the parking brake not f ully
released can damage the brakes
and tires.
If this indicator comes on when the
engine is running, the 12 volt battery
is not being charged, and you will
also see a ‘‘CHECK CHARGING
SYSTEM’’ message on the multi-
inf ormation display. For more
inf ormation, see page .
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402
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Instrument Panel Indicators
Immobilizer System
Indicator Parking Brake and
Brake System
Indicator (Red)
12 Volt Battery Charging
System Indicator
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This indicator normally comes on f or
a f ew seconds when you turn the
ignition switch to the ON (II)
position, and START (III) position.
When the brake system indicator
(amber) comes on and stays on,
there is a problem with the Creep
Aid System or Brake Assist (the
normal brake operates properly).
Have your vehicle checked by your
dealer. For more inf ormation, see
page .
You will also see a ‘‘CHECK BRAKE
SYSTEM’’ message on the multi-
inf ormation display (see page ).This indicator comes on brief ly when
you turn the ignition switch to the
ON (II) position. If it comes on at
any other time, it indicates a
potential problem with your f ront
airbags. This indicator will also alert
you to a potential problem with your
side airbags, passenger’s side airbag
cutoff system, side curtain airbags,
automatic seat belt tensioners,
driver’s seat position sensor, or the
f ront passenger’s weight sensors.
You will also see a ‘‘CHECK
AIRBAG SYSTEM’’ message on the
multi-inf ormation display. For more
inf ormation, see page .
This indicator normally comes on f or
a f ew seconds when you turn the
ignition switch to the ON (II)
position, and when the ignition
switch is turned to the START (III)
position. If this indicator comes on at
any other time, there is a problem in
theABS.If thishappens,takethe
vehicle to your dealer to have it
checked. With this indicator on, your
vehicle still has normal braking
ability but no anti-lock f unction. You
will also see a ‘‘CHECK ABS
SYSTEM’’ message on the multi-
inf ormation display. For more
inf ormation, see page .
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Instrument Panel Indicators
Brake System
Indicator
(A mber)Anti-lock Brake System
(A BS) Indicator
Supplemental Restraint
System Indicator
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With the headlight switch of f or in
the position, the high beam
headlights and the high beam
indicator come on with reduced
brightness when you turn the
ignition switch to the ON (II)
position and release the parking
brake. They remain on until you turn
the ignition switch of f , even if you
set the parking brake.
The headlights revert to normal
operation when you turn them on
with the switch.If you see a ‘‘CHECK DRL
SYSTEM’’ message on the multi-
inf ormation display, there is a
problem with the daytime running
light system. Take your vehicle to a
dealer to have it checked.
Daytime Running L ights
Headlights
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Make sure all items in the cargo area
are secured. Loose items can f ly
f orward and cause injury if you have
to brake hard (See
on page ).The lid of the console compartment
canbeusedasanarmrest.
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EX models only
Armrest
Carrying Cargo
Seats
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To apply the parking brake, pull the
lever up f ully. To release it, pull up
slightly, push the button, and lower
the lever. The parking brake
indicator on the instrument panel
should go out when the parking
brake is f ully released (see page ).If you drive without releasing the
parking brake, a beeper will sound,
and you will also see a ‘‘RELEASE
PARKING BRAKE’’ message on the
multi-inf ormation display.
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Parking Brake
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PARKING BRAKE LEVER
Driving the vehicle with the parking
brake applied can damage the rear
brakes and hubs. A beeper will sound if
the vehicle is put into gear with the
parking brake on.
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Push the CRUISE button on the
steering wheel. The CRUISE
MAIN indicator on the instrument
panel comes on.
Accelerate to the desired cruising
speedabove25mph(40km/h).Press and release the SET/
DECELbuttononthesteering
wheel. The CRUISE CONTROL
indicator on the instrument panel
comes on to show the system is
now activated.
Cruise control allows you to maintain
asetspeedabove25mph(40km/h)
without keeping your f oot on the
accelerator pedal. It should be used
f or cruising on straight, open
highways. It is not recommended f or
city driving, winding roads, slippery
roads, heavy rain, or bad weather.
Cruise control may not hold the set
speed when you are going up and
down hills. If your vehicle speed
increases going down a hill, use the
brakes to slow down. This will cancel
thecruisecontrol.Toresumetheset
speed, press the RES/ACCEL button.
The CRUISE CONTROL indicator
on the instrument panel will come
back on.
When climbing a steep hill, the
transmission speed may change to
maintain the set vehicle speed.
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Cruise Control
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CANCEL
BUTTON
CRUISE BUTTON
RES/ACCEL
BUTTON
SET/DECEL
BUTTON
Improper use of the cruise
control can lead to a crash.
Use the cruise control only
when traveling on open
highways in good weather.
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You can increase the set cruising
speed in any of these ways:Press and hold the RES/ACCEL
button. When you reach the
desired cruising speed, release the
button.
To increase your speed in very
small amounts, tap the RES/
ACCEL button. Each time you do
this, the vehicle will speed up
about 1 mph (1.6 km/h). Press and hold the SET/DECEL
button. Release the button when
you reach the desired speed.
To slow down in very small
amounts, tap the SET/DECEL
button. Each time you do this,
your vehicle will slow down about
1 mph (1.6 km/h).
You can decrease the set cruising
speed in any of these ways:
Even with the cruise control turned
on, you can still use the accelerator
pedal to speed up f or passing. Af ter
completing the pass, take your foot
of f the accelerator pedal. The vehicle
will return to the set cruising speed.
Push on the accelerator pedal.
Accelerate to the desired cruising
speed, then press the SET/
DECEL button. Resting your f oot on the brake pedal
causes cruise control to cancel.
Tap the brake pedal lightly with
your f oot. The CRUISE
CONTROL indicator on the
instrument panel will go out.
When the vehicle slows to the
desired speed, press the SET/
DECEL button.
Changing the Set Speed
Cruise Control
Features
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