HONDA INSIGHT 2012 2.G Repair Manual

These labels are in the locations
shown. They warn you of potential
hazards that could cause serious
injury or death. Read these labels
caref ully.
If a label comes of f or becomes hard
to read (except for the U.S.
dashboard label which may be
removed by the owner), contact your
dealer f or a replacement.
CONT INUED
U.S. modelsCanadian models
U.S. models only
Saf ety L abels
Driver and Passenger Saf ety
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DASHBOARD
RADIATOR CAP SUN VISORS

U.S. modelsCanadian models
Saf ety L abels
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DOORJAMBS

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
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Wheel . 118
Windshield Wipers and .....................................
Washers . 119
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Turn Signals and Headlights . 120
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Daytime Running Lights . 123
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Instrument Panel Brightness . 124
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Hazard Warning Button . 125
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Rear Window Def ogger . 126
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ECON Button . 127
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Steering Wheel Adjustments . 128
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Keys and Locks . 129
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Immobilizer System . 130
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Ignition Switch . 131
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Door Locks . 133
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Childproof Door Locks . 134
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Remote Transmitter . 135
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Hatch . 139
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Unlocking the Hatch . 140
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Seats . 141
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Front Seat Adjustments . 141 Driver’s Seat Height
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Adjustment . 141
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Head Restraints . 142
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Folding the Rear Seats Down . 145
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Armrest . 146
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Mirrors . 147
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Adjusting the Power Mirrors . 147
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Power Mirror Heaters . 148
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Power Windows . 149
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Parking Brake . 151
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Interior Convenience Items . 152
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Cargo Area Cover . 153
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Under Floor Storages . 155
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Floor Storage Compartments . 155
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Beverage Holders . 156
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Accessory Power Socket . 157
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Console Compartment . 157
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Glove Box . 158
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Center Tray . 158
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Center Pockets . 159
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Coat Hook . 160
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Sun Visors . 160
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Vanity Mirror . 160
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Interior Lights . 161
Instruments and Controls
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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If equipped
Ref er to the navigation system manual.
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Control L ocations
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(P.72)
(P.72, 75)
EX model with navigation system is shown. HAZARD WARNING BUTTON
MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAY
INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS
GAUGES
ECON BUTTON DOOR LOCK TAB
POWER WINDOW
SWITCHES
HOOD RELEASE HANDLE AUDIO SYSTEM
PASSENGER AIRBAG
OFF INDICATOR
(P.35)
PARKING BRAKE LEVER AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION (CVT) CLIMATE CONTROL
SYSTEM
(P.62)
MIRROR CONTROLS
(P.147)
(P.127)
(P.133)
(P.133)
(P.149)
(P.250) NAVIGATION SYSTEM
(P.170)
(P.164)
(P.273)
(P.151)
USB ADAPTER CABLE
PADDLE SHIFTERS
(P.278)
POWER DOOR LOCK
MASTER SWITCH
(P.199, 207)(P.125)
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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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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
IMMOBILIZER
SYSTEM INDICATOR
IMA SYSTEM
INDICATOR HIGH BEAM
INDICATOR
ELECTRIC POWER STEERING
INDICATOR
(P.64)
(P.63) (P.66)
: If equipped (P.62)(P.64)(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
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
VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST
(VSA) SYSTEM INDICATOR
SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR
(P.63, 416)
(P.62, 415)
(P.65, 295)
(P.65, 295)
(P.62, 417) (P.66, 283, 285) (P.63, 368)

The instrument panel has many
indicators to give you important
inf ormation about your vehicle.If your f ront passenger does not
f asten their seat belt, the indicator
comes on about 6 seconds af ter the
ignition switch is turned to the ON
(II) position.
This indicator comes on when you
turn the ignition switch to the ON
(II) position. It reminds you and your
passengers to f asten your seat belts.
A beeper also sounds if you have not
f astened your seat belt.
You will also see a ‘‘FASTEN SEAT
BELT’’ message on the multi-
inf ormation display.
If you turn the ignition switch to the
ON (II) position bef ore f astening
your seat belt, the beeper sounds
and the indicator f lashes. If you do
notfastenyourseatbeltbeforethe
beeper stops, the indicator stops
f lashing but remains on. If either of you do not f asten your
seat belt while driving, the beeper
will sound and the indicator will f lash
again at regular intervals, and you
will see a ‘‘FASTEN SEAT BELT’’ or
‘‘FASTEN PASSENGER SEAT
BELT’’ message on the multi-
inf ormation display. For more
inf ormation, see page .
You will also see a ‘‘CHECK
EMISSION SYSTEM’’ message on
the multi-information display. For
more information, see page .
The engine can be severely damaged
if this indicator f lashes or stays on
when the engine is running, and you
will see a ‘‘CHECK ENGINE OIL
LEVEL’’ message on the multi-
inf ormation display. For more
inf ormation, see page .
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365
Instrument Panel Indicators
Seat Belt Reminder
Indicator Malf unction Indicator
Lamp
L ow Oil Pressure
Indicator
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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 ). 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 . This indicator has two f unctions:
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 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 ).
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Instrument Panel Indicators
Immobilizer System
Indicator 12 Volt Battery Charging
System Indicator
Parking Brake and
Brake System
Indicator (Red)
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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U.S. Canada

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 normally comes on f or
a f ew seconds when you turn the
ignition switch to the ON (II)
position. If it comes on at any other
time, there is a problem with the
ABS. If this happens, have your
vehicle checked at a dealer. With
this indicator on, your vehicle still
has normal braking ability but no
anti-lock f unction. For more
inf ormation, 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
airbag system components. For
more information, see page .
You will also see a ‘‘CHECK ABS
SYSTEM’’ message on the multi-
inf ormation display (see page ). You will also see a ‘‘CHECK
AIRBAG SYSTEM’’ message on the
multi-inf ormation display (see page
).
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287 289
Instrument Panel Indicators
Brake System
Indicator
(A mber)Anti-lock Brake System
(A BS) Indicator
Supplemental Restraint
System Indicator
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U.S. Canada

This indicator has two f unctions:It flashes when VSA is active
(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 that the
passenger’s side airbag has
automatically shut of f . You will also
see a ‘‘PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG
OFF’’ 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. For more inf ormation, see
page . Itcomesonasareminderthatyou
have turned of f the vehicle stability
assist (VSA) system. If the VSA indicator illuminates, hill
start assist will not be working.
Without hill start assist, the vehicle
will roll downhill immediately when
you release the brake on an incline.
You will also see a ‘‘CHECK VSA
SYSTEM’’ or ‘‘CHECK HILL START
ASSIST SYSTEM’’ message on the
multi-inf ormation display (see page).
If itcomesonandstaysonatany
other time, there is a problem with
the VSA or hill start assist system.
Take your vehicle to a dealer to
have it checked. Without VSA,
your vehicle still has normal
driving ability, but will not have
VSA traction and stability
enhancement. See page f or
more inf ormation on the VSA
system.
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295
295 90
Instrument Panel Indicators
Vehicle Stability Assist
(VSA ) System Indicator
Side Airbag Of f
Indicator
VSA OFF Indicator
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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U.S. Canada

If this happens, pull to the side of the
road when it is safe, check which tire
has lost pressure, and determine the
cause. If it is because of a f lat tire,
replace the flat tire with the compact
spare (see page ), and have the
f lat tire repaired as soon as possible.
If two or more tires are underinf lated,
call a prof essional towing service.
Refer to page for more
inf ormation.If this indicator begins to f lash,
there is a problem with the tire
pressure monitoring system
(TPMS). You will also see a
‘‘CHECK TPMS SYSTEM’’
message on the multi-inf ormation
display. The indicator continues to
f lash f or a while (approximately 1
minute), then stays on. If this
happens, have your dealer check
the system as soon as possible.
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. If it comes on at any other
time, it indicates a problem in the
integrated motor assist (IMA)
system. With the IMA indicator on,
the vehicle may not accelerate as it
normally does. Have the vehicle
checked by the dealer as soon as
possible.
You will also see a ‘‘CHECK IMA
SYSTEM’’ message on the multi-
inf ormation display.
See pages and .
You will also see a ‘‘CHECK TIRE
PRESSURE’’ message on the multi-
inf ormation display (see page ).If it comes on while driving, it
indicates that one or more of your
vehicle’s tires are signif icantly low
on pressure.
This indicator has two f unctions: This indicator normally comes on f or
a f ew seconds when you turn the
ignition switch to the ON (II)
position.
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292
U.S. models only
Instrument Panel Indicators
Low Tire Pressure/
TPMS Indicator
IMA System Indicator
A uto Idle Stop Indicator
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