towing HONDA INSIGHT 2020 Owner's Manual (in English)

Contents
This owner’s manual should be considered a permanent part of the
vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold.
This owner’s manual covers all models of your vehicle. You may find
descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your
particular model.
Images throughout this owner’s manu al (including the front cover)
represent features and equipment that are available on some, but
not all, models. Your particular mo del may not have some of these
features.
This owner’s manual is for vehicles sold in the United States and
Canada.
The information and specifications in cluded in this publication were
in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications
or design at any time without notice and without incurring any
obligation.2 Safe Driving P. 39
For Safe Driving P. 40 Seat Belts P. 44 Airbags P. 51
2Instrument Panel P. 79
Indicators P. 80 Gauges and Driver Information Interface P. 128
2Controls P. 163
Clock P. 164 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 166
Moonroof* P. 189
Adjusting the Seats P. 207
2 Features P. 233
Audio System P. 234 Audio System Basic Operation P. 241, 262
Customized Features P. 359, 366 HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver* P. 386
2 Driving P. 441
Before Driving P. 442 Towing a Trailer P. 447
Parking Your Vehicle P. 542 Multi-View Rear Camera P. 544
2Maintenance P. 551
Before Performing Maintenance P. 552 Maintenance MinderTM P. 555
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 579
Climate Control System Maintenance P. 594
2Handling the Unexpected P. 603
Tools P. 604 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 605
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 633 Fuses P. 641
When You Cannot Op en the Trunk P. 649
2Information P. 651
Specifications P. 652 Identification Numbers P. 654
Emissions Testing P. 657 Warranty Coverages P. 658
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Contents
Child Safety P. 64Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 77Safety Labels P. 78
Opening and Closing the Trunk P. 180 Security System P. 183 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 186
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 190 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 205
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience It ems P. 215 Climate Control System P. 225
Audio Error Messages P. 332General Information on the Audio System P. 337
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® P. 389, 414 Refuel Recommend P. 439
When Driving P. 448 Honda Sensing® P. 480 Braking P. 532
Refueling P. 547 Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions P. 550
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 562 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 575
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 582 12-Volt Battery P. 591 Remote Transmitter Care P. 593
Cleaning P. 595 Accessories and Modifications P. 601
Power System Won’t Start P. 625 Jump Starting P. 628 Overheating P. 631
Emergency Towing P. 647 When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door P. 648
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 655 Reporting Safety Defects P. 656
Authorized Manuals P. 660 Customer Service Information P. 661
Quick Reference GuideP. 4
Safe DrivingP. 39
Instrument PanelP. 79
ControlsP. 163
FeaturesP. 233
DrivingP. 441
MaintenanceP. 551
Handling the UnexpectedP. 603
InformationP. 651
IndexP. 663
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Quick Reference Guide
Handling the Unexpected (P 603)
Flat Tire (P 605)
●Park in a safe location and replace the
flat tire with the compact spare tire in the
trunk.
●Park in a safe location and repair the flat
tire using the temporary tire repair kit.
Indicators Come On
(P 633)
●Identify the indicator and consult the
owner’s manual.
Models with optional spare tire
Power System Won’t
Start
(P 625)
●If the 12-volt battery is dead, jump start
using a booster battery.
Blown Fuse (P 641)
●Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating (P 631)
●Park in a safe location. If you do not see
steam under the hood, open the hood,
and let the engine cool down.
Emergency Towing
(P 647)
●Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.
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uuIndicators u
Continued
Instrument Panel
IndicatorNameOn/BlinkingExplanationMessage
Transmission
System
Indicator
•The current shift position blinks if
the transmission system has a
problem.•Blinks while driving - Avoid sudden
starts and acceleration and have your
vehicle checked by a dealer immediately.
• The current shift position or all the
shift positions blink if there is a
problem with the transmission and
the vehicle is no longer able to run.•Immediately park your car in a safe place.
2 Emergency Towing P. 647
•Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
•The current shift position or all the
shift positions blink if there is a
problem with the transmission and
it is not possible to select
(P.
•While the vehicle is stopped, apply the
parking brake.
• Have your vehicle checked by a dealer
immediately.
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Driving
This chapter discusses driving and refueling.
Before Driving................................... 442
Towing a Trailer ................................ 447
When Driving
Turning on the Power ...................... 448
Precautions While Driving................. 454
Transmission .................................... 456
Shifting ............................................ 457
SPORT Mode.................................... 463
Deceleration Paddle Selector ............ 464
ECON Mode .................................... 467
Acoustic Vehicle Al erting System ...... 468
Vehicle Stability Assist® (VSA®), aka Electronic
Stability Control (ESC), System ...............469
Agile Handling Assist ............................. 471Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) .... 472Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) - Required Federal Explanation ......... 475
High Voltage Battery ........................ 477
LaneWatch
TM*.................................. 478
Honda Sensing ®................................ 480
Collision Mitigati on Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ....................................... 483
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow ................................. 492
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS).... 510
Road Departure Mi tigation (RDM)
System ........................................ 518
Traffic Sign Recognition System ....... 523
Front Sensor Camera ....................... 529
Radar Sensor ................................... 531
Braking
Brake System ................................... 532
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ........... 540
Brake Assist System ......................... 541
Parking Your Vehicle ........................ 542
Multi-View Rear Camera .................. 544
Refueling ........................................... 547
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions .... 550
* Not available on all models
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uuBefore Driving uMaximum Load Limit
Continued
Driving
Maximum Load Limit
The maximum load for your ve hicle is 850 lbs (385 kg).
See the Tire and Loading Information label attached to the driver’s
doorjamb.
This figure includes the total weig ht of all occupants, cargo, and
accessories, and the tongue load if you are towing a trailer
.
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit -
(1) Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and
cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.” on your
vehicle’s placard.
(2) Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers
that will be riding in your vehicle.
(3) Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers
from XXX kg or XXX lbs.
(4) The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and
luggage load capacity. For example, if the “XXX” amount
equals 1,400 lbs. and there will be five 150 lb. passengers in
your vehicle, the am ount of available cargo and luggage load
capacity is 650 lbs. (1,400 - 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs.)
1 Maximum Load Limit
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR):
The maximum allowable weight of the vehicle, all
occupants, all accesso ries and all cargo.
2 Specifications P. 652
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR):
The maximum allowable weight of the vehicle axle. 2 Specifications P. 652
3WARNING
Overloading or improper loading
can affect handling and stability
and cause a crash in which you
can be hurt or killed.
Follow all load limits and other
loading guidelines in this manual.
Label Example
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uuBefore Driving uMaximum Load Limit
446
Driving
(5) Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being
loaded on the vehicle. That we ight may not safely exceed the
available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in step 4.
(6) If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will
be transferred to your vehicl e. Consult this manual to
determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage
load capacity of your vehicle.
In addition, the total weight of the vehicle, all occupants,
accessories, cargo, and trailer tongue load must not exceed the
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVW R) or the Gross Axle Weight
Rating (GAWR). Both are on a label on the driver’s doorjamb.
Load Limits Example
Example1
Max Load 850 lbs
(385 kg) Passenger Weight
150 lbs x 2 = 300 lbs (68 kg x 2 = 136 kg) Cargo Weight
550 lbs
(249 kg)
Example2
Max Load 850 lbs
(385 kg) Passenger Weight
150 lbs x 5 = 750 lbs (68 kg x 5 = 340 kg) Cargo Weight
100 lbs
(45 kg)
1Maximum Load Limit
Towing a Trailer:
See Towing a Trailer to determine whether your
vehicle is designed to tow a trailer.
2 Towing a Trailer P. 447
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Driving
Towing a Trailer
Your vehicle is not designed to tow a trailer. Attempting to do so can void your
warranties.
Towing Your Vehicle
Your vehicle is not designed to be towed behind a motorhome. If your vehicle needs
to be towed in an emergency, refer to the emergency towing information.
2Emergency Towing P. 647
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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 604
If a Tire Goes Flat
Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 605
Temporarily Repairi ng a Flat Tire....... 611
Power System Won’t Start Checking the Procedure ................... 625
If the Remote Battery is Weak .......... 626
Emergency Power System Off........... 627
Jump Starting .................................... 628
Overheating
How to Handle Overheating ............. 631
Models with optional spare tire
Indicator, Coming On/BlinkingIf the Low Oil Pressure Warning Appears ... 633If the 12-Volt Battery Charging System Indicator Comes On ....................... 634
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ................................... 635
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks ..................................... 636
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
or Blinks at the Same Time When the Brake
System Indicator (Amber) Comes On.... 637
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator Comes On......................... 638 If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator
Comes On or Blinks ....................... 639
If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks
along with the Warning Message ...... 640
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 641
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 646
Emergency Towing ........................... 647
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill
Door ................................................. 648
When You Cannot Open the Trunk ... 649
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605Continued
Handling the Unexpected
If a Tire Goes Flat
Changing a Flat Tire
If a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly, and brake gradually
to reduce speed. Then, stop in a safe plac e. Replace the flat tire with a compact
spare tire. Go to a dealer as soon as possib le to have the full-size tire repaired or
replaced.
1. Park the vehicle on firm, level, non-slip pery surface and apply the parking brake.
2. Put the transmission into
(P.
3. Turn on the hazard warning lights an d set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF.
Models with optional spare tire
1Changing a Flat Tire
Follow compact spare precautions:
Periodically check the tire pressure of the compact
spare. It should be set to the specified pressure.
Specified Pressure: 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm
2)
When driving with the compact spare tire, keep the
vehicle speed under 50 mph (80 km/h). Replace with
a full-size tire as soon as possible.
The compact spare tire and wheel in your vehicle are
specifically for this model. Do not use them with
another vehicle. Do not us e another type of compact
spare tire or wheel with your vehicle.
Do not mount tire chains on a compact spare tire.
If a chain-mounted front tire goes flat, remove one of
the full-size rear tires and replace it with the compact
spare tire. Remove the flat front tire and replace it
with the full-size tire that was removed from the rear.
Mount the tire chains on the front tire.
NOTICE
Do not use the jack if it doesn’t work properly.
Call your dealer or a pr ofessional towing service.
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