heating HONDA INSIGHT 2021 Owner's Manual (in English)

Contents
Child Safety P. 68Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 81Safety Labels P. 82
Opening and Closing the Trunk P. 186 Security System P. 189 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 192
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 196 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 212
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience It ems P. 222 Climate Control System P. 232
Audio Error Messages P. 338General Information on the Audio System P. 343
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® P. 395, 420 Refuel Recommend P. 445
When Driving P. 454 Honda Sensing® P. 487 Braking P. 539
Refueling P. 557 Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions P. 560
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 572 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 585
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 592 12-Volt Battery P. 601 Remote Transmitter Care P. 603
Cleaning P. 605 Accessories and Modifications P. 611
Power System Won’t Start P. 635 Jump Starting P. 638 Overheating P. 641
Emergency Towing P. 657 When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door P. 658
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 665 Reporting Safety Defects P. 666
Authorized Manuals P. 671 Customer Service Information P. 672
Quick Reference GuideP. 6
Safe DrivingP. 41
Instrument PanelP. 83
ControlsP. 169
FeaturesP. 239
DrivingP. 447
MaintenanceP. 561
Handling the UnexpectedP. 613
InformationP. 661
IndexP. 674
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Quick Reference Guide
Handling the Unexpected (P 613)
Flat Tire (P 615)
●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 643)
●Identify the indicator and consult the
owner’s manual.
Models with optional spare tire
Power System Won’t
Start
(P 635)
●If the 12-volt battery is dead, jump start
using a booster battery.
Blown Fuse (P 651)
●Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating (P 641)
●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 657)
●Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.
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uuIndicators uDriver Information Interface Wa rning and Information Messages
Instrument Panel
MessageConditionExplanation
•Appears if any door or th e trunk is not completely
closed.
• Appears if any door or th e trunk is opened while
driving. The beeper sounds.• Disappears when all doors and the trunk are closed.
•Appears when the engine oil pressure is low.•Appears while driving - Immediately stop in a safe
place.
2 If the Low Oil Pressure Warning Appears P. 643
●Appears when the engine coolant temperature is
near its upper limit.●Drive slowly to prevent overheating.
●Appears when the engine coolant temperature gets
abnormally high.
2Overheating P. 641
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uuIndicators uDriver Information Interface Wa rning and Information Messages
Instrument Panel
MessageConditionExplanation
●Appears if there is a problem with the cooling
system.●Drive slowly to prevent ov erheating and have your
vehicle checked by a deal er as soon as possible.
●Appears when the fuel fill cap is loose or is not
installed.
2Tighten Fuel Cap Message P. 645
●Appears if the vehicle’s speed reaches about 10 mph
(15 km/h) with the fuel fill door opened.●Stop the vehicle and close the fuel fill door.
●Appears when the fuel fill door has been open for 30
minutes.●Turn off the power system, re install the fuel cap, and
close the fuel fill door.
- If you still want to refuel, press the fuel fill door release
button to reopen the door.
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uuIndicators uDriver Information Interface Wa rning and Information Messages
Instrument Panel
MessageConditionExplanation
•Appears when the power system temperature is low.•Your vehicle has less abilit y to accelerate and may be
harder to start moving on an incline.
• Disappears once you start dr iving as the High Voltage
battery warms up.
• Appears when the power system temperature is
high.•Your vehicle has less abilit y to accelerate and may be
harder to start moving on an incline.
• Park in a safe place, and cool the system down.
2 Overheating P. 641
•Appears if the power system is in diagnostic mode.•You may notice a decrease in available power. Have
your vehicle checked by a dealer.
• Appears if there is a problem with the acoustic
vehicle alerting system.•Have your vehicle checked by a dealer immediately.
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Maintenance
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires
To safely operate your vehicle, your tires must be of the proper type and size, in
good condition with adequate tread, and properly inflated.
■Inflation guidelines
Properly inflated tires provide the best combination of handlin g, tread life, and comfort.
Refer to the driver’s doorjamb label or spec ifications page for the specified pressure.
Underinflated tires wear unevenly, adversely affect handling and fuel economy, and
are more likely to fail from overheating.
Overinflated tires make your vehicle ride harshly, are more prone to road hazards,
and wear unevenly.
Every day before you drive, look at each of the tires. If one looks lower than the
others, check the pressure with a tire gauge.
At least once a month or before long trips, use a gauge to measure the pressure in all
tires, including the spare
*. Even tires in good condition can lose 1–2 psi (10–20 kPa,
0.1–0.2 kgf/cm2) per month.
■Inspection guidelines
Every time you check inflation, also examine the tires and valve stems.
Look for:
• Bumps or bulges on the side or in the tread . Replace the tire if you find any cuts,
splits, or cracks in the si de of the tire. Replace it if you see fabric or cord.
• Remove any foreign objects and inspect for air leaks.
• Uneven tread wear. Have a deal er check the wheel alignment.
• Excessive tread wear.
2 Wear Indicators P. 597
•Cracks or other damage around valve stem.
1Checking Tires
Measure the air pressure when tires are cold. This
means the vehicle has been parked for at least three
hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km). If
necessary, add or releas e air until the specified
pressure is reached.
If checked when hot, tire pressure can be as much as
4–6 psi (30–40 kPa, 0.3–0.4 kgf/cm
2) higher than if
checked when cold.
Whenever tire pressure is adjusted, you must
calibrate the TPMS. 2 TPMS Calibration P. 478
Have a dealer check the tires if you feel a consistent
vibration while driving. Ne w tires and any that have
been removed and reinst alled should be properly
balanced.
Check the spare tire pressu re once a month or before
long trips.
3WARNING
Using tires that are excessively worn or
improperly inflated can cause a crash in
which you can be seriously hurt or killed.
Follow all instruction s in this owner’s
manual regarding ti re inflation and
maintenance.
Models with optional spare tire
* Not available on all models
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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 614
If a Tire Goes Flat
Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 615
Temporarily Repairi ng a Flat Tire....... 621
Power System Won’t Start Checking the Procedure ................... 635
If the Remote Battery is Weak .......... 636
Emergency Power System Off........... 637
Jump Starting .................................... 638
Overheating
How to Handle Overheating ............. 641
Models with optional spare tire
Indicator, Coming On/BlinkingIf the Low Oil Pressure Warning Appears ... 643If the 12-Volt Battery Charging System Indicator Comes On ....................... 644
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ................................... 645
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks ..................................... 646
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
or Blinks at the Same Time When the Brake
System Indicator (Amber) Comes On.... 647
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator Comes On......................... 648 If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator
Comes On or Blinks ....................... 649
If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks
along with the Warning Message ...... 650
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 651
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 656
Emergency Towing ........................... 657
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill
Door ................................................. 658
When You Cannot Open the Trunk ... 659
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641Continued
Handling the Unexpected
Overheating
How to Handle Overheating
Overheating symptoms are as follows:
•Engine Temperature Too Hot. Do No t Drive. Allow Engine To Cool.
message appears on the driv er information interface.
• Steam or spray comes out of the engine compartment.
■First thing to do
1. Immediately park the vehicle in a safe place.
2. Turn off all accessories and turn on the hazard warning lights.
u No steam or spray present: Keep the power system on and open the hood.
u Steam or spray is present: Turn off the power system and wait until it
subsides. Then open the hood.
1 How to Handle Overheating
3WARNING
Steam and spray from an overheated
engine can seri ously scald you.
Do not open the hood if steam is coming
out.
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uuOverheating uHow to Handle Overheating
642
Handling the Unexpected
■Next thing to do
1.Check that the cooling fan is operating and
turn the power system off once the Engine
Temperature Too Hot. Do Not Drive.
Allow Engine To Cool. message
disappears.
u If the cooling fan is not operating,
immediately turn the power system off.
2. Once the engine has cooled down, inspect
the coolant level an d check the cooling
system components for leaks.
u If the coolant level in the reserve tank is
low, add coolant until it reaches the
MAX mark.
u If there is no coolan t in the reserve tank,
check that the radiator is cool. Cover the
radiator cap with a heavy cloth and open
the cap. If necessary, add coolant up to
the base of the filler neck, and put the
cap back on.
■Last thing to do
Once the engine has cooled sufficiently, turn the power system on. If the Engine
Temperature Too Hot. Do Not Drive. Allow Engine To Cool. message does not
appear, resume driving. If it appears again, contact a dealer for repairs.
1 How to Handle Overheating
If the coolant is leaking, contact a dealer for repairs.
Use water as an emergency/temporary measure only.
Have a dealer flush the system with proper antifreeze
as soon as possible.
3WARNING
Removing the radiator cap while the
engine is hot can cause the coolant to spray
out, seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and radiator cool
down before removing the radiator cap.
MAXReserve Tank
MIN
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uuIndicator, Coming On/Blinking uIf the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks
Handling the Unexpected
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or
Blinks
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
• The brake fluid is low.
• There is a malfunction in the brake system.
■What to do when the indicator comes on while driving
Depress the brake pedal lightly to check pedal pressure.
• If normal, check the brake fluid level the next time you stop.
• If abnormal, take immediate action . If necessary, downshift the
transmission to slow the vehicle using regenerative braking.
■Reason for the in dicator to blink
• There is a problem with the electric parking brake system.
■What to do when the indicator blinks
Avoid using the parking brake and have your vehicle checked by a dealer
immediately.
1 If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks
Have your vehicle re paired immediately.
It is dangerous to drive with low brake fluid. If there
is no resistance from the brake pedal, stop
immediately in a safe plac e. If necessary, downshift
the gears.
If the brake system indicator and ABS indicator come
on simultaneously, the elec tronic brake distribution
system is not working. Th is can result in vehicle
instability under sudden braking.
Have your vehicle inspecte d by a dealer immediately.
If the brake system indicator (red) blinks at the same
time when the brake system indicator (amber) comes
on, the parking br ake may not work.
Avoid using the parking brak e and have your vehicle
checked by a dealer immediately.
2 If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes
On or Blinks at the Same Time When the
Brake System Indicator (Amber) Comes On
P. 647
If you repeatedly operate the electric parking brake in
a short period of time, the brake stops operating to
prevent heating of the system and the indicator
blinks.
It returns to its original state in approximately 1
minute.
U.S.
Canada (Red)
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