Honda 2008 Fit - Owner's Manual User Manual

One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of your new vehicle is toread this manual. In it, you will learn how to operate its driving controls and

Your vehicle is equipped with manyfeatures that work together toprotect you and your passengersduring a crash.However, you and your passengerscan’t ta

Interior Convenience ItemsInstruments and Controls97ACCESSORYPOWER SOCKETVANITY MIRRORSEAT-BACK POCKETSUN VISORPASSENGER’STRAYBEVERAGE HOLDERSREAR SID

Be careful when you are using thebeverage holders. A spilled liquidthat is very hot can scald you or yourpassengers. Liquid can also spillfrom the doo

The ceiling light has a three-positionswitch; ON, Door Activated, andOFF. In the Door Activated (center)position, the light comes on whenyou:Open any

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The heating and air conditioningsystem in your vehicle provides acomfortable driving environment inall weather conditions.The standard audio system ha

＊＊ : If equippedVents, Heating, and A/C102REAR WINDOW DEFOGGERBUTTONTEMPERATURE CONTROL DIALAIR CONDITIONING BUTTONMODE CONTROL DIALFAN CONTROL DIALFR

The outside air intakes for theheating and cooling system are atthe base of the windshield. Keep thisarea clear of leaves and other debris.Thesystemsh

The heater uses engine coolant towarm the air. If the engine is cold, itwill be several minutes before youfeel warm air coming from thesystem.The flow

This setting is suitable for all drivingconditions whenever the outsidetemperature is above 32°F (0°C).To remove fog from the inside of thewindows:Set

To clear the windows faster, you canclose the dashboard corner vents byrotating the wheel below each vent.This sends more warm air to thewindshield de

Your vehicle is equipped with seatbelts in all seating positions.Seat belts are the single mosteffectivesafetydeviceforadultsandlarger children. (Infa

Playing the AM/FM RadioFeatures107AM/FM BUTTONSEEK BARAUTO SELECTBUTTONPRESET BUTTONSPWR/VOL KNOBSOUND BUTTONSEEK BARAUTO SELECTBUTTONPRESET BUTTONSSO

−−−−−−If you do nothing, the system willthen scan for the next strong stationandplayitfor10seconds.Whenitplays a station you want to listen to,press t

−−−−−To turn off auto select,presstheA. SEL (auto select) button. Thisrestores the presets you originallyset.If you aretraveling far from home and can

−−−−−−−Adjusts the volume levelbasedonthevehiclespeed.Selects the sound equalizersettings.The system will return to the audiodisplay about 5 seconds a

You can use the instrument panelbrightness control knob to adjust theillumination of the audio system (seepage ). The audio systemilluminates when the

The radio can receive the completeAM and FM bands.Those bands cover these frequen-cies:AM band: 530 to 1,710 kHzFM band: 87.7 to 107.9 MHzHow well the

Radio signals, especially on the FMband, are deflected by large objectssuch as buildings and hills. Yourradio then receives both the directsignal from

Playing a Disc114PWR/VOL KNOBCD BUTTONCD SLOTCD EJECT BUTTONSCAN BUTTONPWR/VOL KNOBCD BUTTONSEEK/SKIP BARFOLDER BARSCAN BUTTONDISP BUTTONSEEK/SKIP BAR

−−To play the radio when a CD isplaying, press the AM or FM button.Press the CD button again to switchback to the CD player.To load or play CDs, the i

−−−If you turn the system off while adisc is playing, either with the PWR/VOL knob or by turning off theignition switch, the disc will stay inthe driv

CONTINUEDYour vehicle has a supplementalrestraint system (SRS) with frontairbags to help protect the heads andchests of the driver and a front seatpas

You operate the disc player with thesame controls used for the radio. Toselect the disc player, press the CDbutton. You will see ‘‘CD’’ in thedisplay.

When you insert a disc, and thesystem begins to play.Each time a new track, file, orfolder plays, other than in normaldisplay mode.Each time you press

−−CONTINUEDIn MP3/WMA modeToselect a different folder, press theleft or right side of the FOLDER bar.Press the side to skip to thenext folder, and the

−−−This feature plays thetracks within a disc in random order.In MP3/WMA mode, all files in allfolders are played in random order.To activate random m

−−−In MP3/WMA modeIn MP3/WMA modeThe scan function samplesall the tracks/files on the disc in theorder they are recorded on the disc.To activate the s

Press the AM/FM button to switchto the radio while a disc is playing.Press the CD button to play the disc.Press the eject button ( ) toremove the disc

Thechartontherightexplainstheerror messages you may see in thedisplay while playing a disc.If you see an error message in thedisplay while playing a d

When a disc is not being played,store it in its case to protect it fromdust and other contamination. Toprevent warpage, keep discs out ofdirect sunlig

Examples of these discs are shownto the right:The in-dash disc player has asophisticated and delicatemechanism. If you insert a damageddisc as indicat

Small, irregular shaped discs Discs with scratches, dirty discsCD-R or CD-RW may not play dueto the recording conditions.Scratches and fingerprints on

The most important things you needto know about your airbags are:They are designed to supplementthe seat belts.Always wearyour seat belt properly, and

The auxiliary input jack isunderneath the accessory powersocket in the center pocket. Thesystem will accept auxiliary inputfrom standard audio accesso

Your vehicle’s audio system willdisable itself if it is disconnectedfrom electrical power for any reason.To make it work again, you mustenter a specif

Press and hold the CLOCK(SOUND) button until you hear abeep. The displayed time begins toblink. Change the hours by pressingthe H (preset 4) button un

Once the security system is set,opening any door, the tailgate, or thehood without using the key or theremote transmitter, will cause it toalarm. It a

Push the CRUISE button on thesteering wheel. The CRUISEMAIN indicator on the instrumentpanel comes on.Press and release the SET/DECELbuttononthesteeri

You can increase the set cruisingspeed in any of these ways:Press and hold the RES/ACCELbutton. When you reach thedesired cruising speed, release theb

You can cancel cruise control in anyof these ways:Tap the brake or clutch pedal.Push the CANCEL button on thesteering wheel.Push the CRUISE button on

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Before you begin driving yourvehicle, you should know whatgasoline to use and how to check thelevels of important fluids. You alsoneed to know how to

Help assure your vehicle’s futurereliability and performance by payingextra attention to how you driveduring the first 600 miles (1,000 km).Avoid full

−The following pages provideinstructions on how to properlyprotect the driver, adult passengers,and teenage children who are largeenough and mature en

CONTINUEDStop filling the tank after the fuelnozzle automatically clicks off. Donot try to ‘‘top off’’ the tank. Leavesome room for the fuel to expand

If the hood latch handle movesstiffly, or if you can open the hoodwithout lifting the handle, themechanism should be cleaned andlubricated.Park the ve

Wait a few minutes after turning theengine off before you check the oil.Remove the dipstick again, andcheck the level. It should bebetween the upper a

Look at the coolant level in theradiator reserve tank. Make sure it isbetween the MAX and MIN lines. Ifit is below the MIN line, seeon page forinforma

−−−−Fuel economy is not a fixed number.It varies based on driving conditions,driving habits and vehicle condition.Therefore, it is not possible for on

−−−−−−−Aggressive driving (hardacceleration and braking)Excessive idling, accelerating andbraking in stop-and-go trafficCold engine operation (engines

−−Fill the fuel tank until the nozzle automatically clicks off.Reset trip counter to zero.Record the total gallons (liters) needed to refill.Follow on

Modifying your vehicle, or installingsome non-Honda accessories, canmake it unsafe. Before you make anymodifications or add any accessories,be sure to

＊＊Raising your vehicle with anon-Honda suspension kit canaffect the handling and stability.Removing parts from your vehicle,or replacing components, w

Your vehicle has several convenientstorage areas:Glove boxSeat-back pocketCenter pocketCargo area side pocketCargo area, including the rearseatswhenfo

If you sit too close to the steeringwheel or dashboard, you can beseriously injured by an inflating frontairbag, or by striking the steeringwheel or d

−Locate the statement ‘‘Thecombined weight of occupants andcargo should never exceed XXXkg or XXX lbs.’’ on your vehicle’splacard.Determine the combin

−×The resulting figure equals theavailable amount of cargo andluggage load capacity. Forexample, if the ‘‘XXX’’ amountequals 1,400 lbs. and there will

Store or secure all items that couldbe thrown around and hurtsomeone during a crash.Ifyoufoldtherearseatsupordown, tie down items that could bethrown

Theseparationnetcanbeusedtohold back soft, lightweight itemsstored in the cargo area. Heavyitems should be properly secured onthe floor of the cargo a

＊＊＊This section gives you tips onstarting the engine under variousconditions, and how to operate themanual and automatic transmissions.It also include

Curbs and steep inclines coulddamage the front and rearbumpers. Low curbs that do notaffect the average vehicle may behigh enough to hit the bumper on

Check the seat adjustment (seepage ).Check the adjustment of theinside and outside mirrors (seepage ).Check the steering wheeladjustment (see page ).F

Apply the parking brake.In cold weather, turn off allelectrical accessories to reducethe drain on the battery.Without touching the acceleratorpedal, t

Come to a full stop before you shiftinto reverse. You can damage thetransmission by trying to shift intoreverse with the vehicle moving.Push down the

If you exceed the maximum speedfor the gear you are in, the enginespeed will enter into the tachometer’sred zone. If this occurs, you may feelthe engi

Adjust the driver’s head restraint sothe center of the back of your headrests against the center of therestraint.Reclining a seat-back so that theshou

These indicators on the instrumentpanel show which position the shiftlever is in.The ‘‘D’’ indicator comes on for afew seconds when you turn theigniti

− This position mechani-cally locks the transmission. UsePark whenever you are turning off orstarting the engine. To shift out ofPark, you must press

−−−−−CONTINUEDPress the brakepedal and press the release buttonon the front of the shift lever to shiftfrom Park to reverse. To shift fromreverse to n

−− To shift into the Sposition, press the release button onthe front of the shift lever, and movethe lever to S. This position is similarto D, except

This allows you to move the shiftlever out of Park if the normalmethod of pushing on the brakepedal and pressing the releasebutton does not work.Set t

＋−＋−When you are driving in D position,you can shift the transmission up ordown manually with the paddleshifters.When you pull either paddle shifter,t

The transmission downshifts to firstgear and returns to drive mode (D)when the vehicle comes to acomplete stop and the vehicle speedis about 6 mph (10

＋−When you move the shift lever from‘‘D’’ to ‘‘S’’ position and pull eitherpaddle shifter, the gear positionindicator displays on ‘‘M’’ along withthe

→→→→→→→＋Downshifting gives you more powerwhen climbing, and provides enginebraking when going down a steep hill.The transmission also shiftsautomatica

Always use the parking brake whenyou park your vehicle. Make surethe parking brake is set firmly, oryour vehicle may roll if it is parkedon an incline

This spreads the forces of a crashover the strongest bones in yourupper body.If the seat belt touches or crossesyour neck, or if it crosses your armin

Check your brakes after drivingthrough deep water. Apply thebrakes moderately to see if they feelnormal. If not, apply them gently andfrequently until

The anti-lock brake system (ABS)helpspreventthewheelsfromlocking up, and helps you retainsteering control by pumping thebrakes rapidly, much faster th

If the ABS indicator and the brakesystem indicator come on together,and the parking brake is fullyreleased, the EBD system may alsobe shut down.It onl

When the low tire pressure indicatoris on, one or more of your tires issignificantly underinflated. Youshould stop and check your tires assoon as poss

For example, if you check and fillyour tires in a warm area, then drivein extremely cold weather, the tirepressure will be lower thanmeasured and coul

As required by the FCC:This device complies with Part 15 of theFCC rules. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions: (1) This devicemay not

Your vehicle is not designed to tow atrailer. Attempting to do so can voidyour warranties. Your vehicle can be towed behind amotorhome at legal highwa

Shift to D position and hold for 5seconds, then to N. Let the enginerunfor3minutes,thenturnitoff.Release the parking brake.Leave the ignition switch i

If you tow your vehicle with anautomatic transmission, the HondaGenuine ATF-Z1 transmission fluidmust be changed every 2 years or30,000 miles (48,000

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CONTINUEDAfter all occupants have adjustedtheir seats and head restraints, andput on their seat belts, it is veryimportant that they continue to situp

This section explains why it isimportant to keep your vehicle wellmaintained and how to follow basicmaintenance safety precautions.If you have the ski

To eliminate potential hazards, readthe instructions before you begin,and make sure you have the toolsand skills required.Make sure your vehicle is pa

−−−−−−−−−−−−CONTINUEDCalculated EngineOil Life (%)100 % 91 %90 % 81 %80 % 71 %70 % 61 %60 % 51 %50 % 41 %40 % 31 %30 % 21 %20 % 16 %15 % 11 %10 % 6 %5

If the remaining engine oil life is 15to 6 percent, you will see the engineoil life indicator every time you turnthe ignition switch to the ON (II)pos

If you do not perform the indicatedmaintenance, negative mileage isdisplayed and begins to blink afterthe vehicle has been driven 10 miles(10 km) or m

Your dealer will reset the displayafter completing the requiredmaintenance service. You will see‘‘OIL LIFE 100%’’ on the informationdisplay the next t

CONTINUEDIf you have the required servicedone but do not reset the display, orreset the display without doing theservice, the system will not show the

−−−−−−＃Engine oil level Check everytime you fill the fuel tank. Seepage .Engine coolant level Check theradiator reserve tank every timeyou fill the fu

＊＃＃＃＊Maintenance Minder185:See information on maintenance and emissions warranty on page .Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000 km).Adjust t

Fluid Locations186ENGINE OILFILL CAPAUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONFLUID DIPSTICK (Yellow loop)BRAKE FLUID(Black cap)WASHER FLUID(Blue cap)CLUTCH FLUID(ManualT

If you are pregnant, the best way toprotect yourself and your unbornchild when driving or riding in avehicle is to always wear a seat belt,and keep th

Honda Motor Oil is the preferred5W-20 lubricant for your vehicle. It ishighly recommended that you useHonda Motor Oil in your vehicle foroptimum engin

Your vehicle does not require any oiladditives. Additives may adverselyaffect the engine or transmissionperformance and durability.Run the engine unti

Remove the oil filter, and let theremaining oil drain. A specialwrench (available from yourdealer) is required.Make sure the oil filter gasket isnot s

If Honda antifreeze/coolant is notavailable, you may use anothermajor-brand non-silicate coolant as atemporaryreplacement.Makesureitis a high-quality

The coolant level should be up tothe base of the filler neck. Addcoolant if it is low.Pourthecoolantslowlyandcarefully so you do not spill any.Clean u

Check the fluid level in thewindshield washer reservoir at leastmonthly during normal use.The low washerlevel indicator comes on when thelevel is low

Check the fluid level with the engineat normal operating temperature.Park the vehicle on level ground.Start the engine, let it run until theradiator f

Check the fluid level with thetransmission at normal operatingtemperature and the vehicle on levelground. Remove the transmissionfiller bolt, and care

Manual Transmission onlyA low fluid level can indicate a leakin the clutch system. Have thissystem inspected as soon as possible.The fluid level shoul

Your vehicle has halogen headlightbulbs. When replacing a bulb, handleit by its base, and protect the glassfrom contact with your skin or hardobjects.

California Proposition 65 WarningThis product contains or emits chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birthdefects or other r

If they do, theycould be very seriously injured in acrash.If they do, theycould be very seriously injured in acrash.Devices intended to improveoccupan

Remove the electrical connectorfrom the bulb by pulling theconnector straight back.Remove the rubber weather sealby pulling on the tab.Make sure that

Use a flat-tip screwdriver toremove the holding clip from theinner fender, then pull the innerfender cover back.To change the bulb on the driver’sside

Remove the socket by turning itone-quarter turn counterclockwise.Pull the bulb straight out of itssocket. Push the new bulb straightinto the socket un

Insert the new bulb into the hole,and turn it one-quarter turnclockwise to lock it in place.Push the electrical connector backonto the bulb. Make sure

Open the tailgate. Place a cloth onthe edge of the light assemblycover. Remove the cover bycarefully prying in the notch on itsmiddle edge with a flat

Open the tailgate. Remove thelight assembly cover by pushing inthe tabs on both sides and pullingthe cover off.Remove the socket from the lightassembl

Dirt build-up in the loops of the seatbelt anchors can cause the belts toretract slowly. Wipe the insides ofthe loops with a clean clothdampened in mi

A non-Honda floor mat may not fityour vehicle properly. This couldprevent the proper operation of thefolding rear seats and the passenger’sseat weight

Check the condition of the wiperblades at least every six months.Replace them if you find signs ofcracking in the rubber, areas that aregetting hard,

Disconnect the blade assemblyfrom the wiper arm:Press and hold the lock tab.Slide the blade assembly towardthe lock tab until it releasesfrom the wipe

Your seat belt system includes lap/shoulder belts in all five seatingpositions. The front seat belts arealso equipped with automatic seatbelt tensione

To replace the rear wiper blade:Raise the wiper arm off the glass.Slide the blade out of the wiperarm.Examine the new wiper blade. If ithas no plastic

To safely operate your vehicle, yourtires must be the proper type andsize, in good condition with adequatetread, and correctly inflated.The following

＊＊Even though your vehicle isequipped with TPMS, werecommend that you visually checkyour tires every day. If you think atire might be low, check itimm

For convenience, the recommendedtire sizes and cold tire pressures areon a label on the driver’s doorjamb.For additional information aboutyour tires,

The service life of your tires isdependent on many factors,including, but not limited to, drivinghabits, road conditions, vehicleloading, inflation pr

It is best to replace all four tires atthesametime.Ifthatisnotpossibleor necessary, replace the two fronttires or two rear tires as a pair.Replacing j

＋CONTINUEDTires marked ‘‘M S’’ or ‘‘AllSeason’’ on the sidewall have an all-weather tread design suitable formost winter driving conditions.For the be

Mount tire chains on your tires whenrequired by driving conditions orlocal laws. Install them only on thefront tires.Because your vehicle has limited

−Check the terminals for corrosion (awhite or yellowish powder). Toremove it, cover the terminals with asolution of baking soda and water. Itwill bubb

Cover the vehicle with a‘‘breathable’’ cover, one madefrom a porous material such ascotton. Non-porous materials, suchas plastic sheeting, trap moistu

The lap/shoulder belt goes overyour shoulder, across your chest,and across your hips.To unlock the belt, press the redPRESSbuttononthebuckle.Guidethe

This section covers the morecommon problems that motoristsexperience with their vehicles. Itgives you information about how tosafely evaluate the prob

Check the inflation pressure of thecompact spare tire every time youcheck the other tires. It should beinflated to:Follow these precautions:Never exce

If you have a flat tire while driving,stop in a safe place to change it.Drive slowly along the shoulder untilyou get to an exit or an area to stopthat

Take the jack out of the cargoarea.Turn the jack’s end bracketcounterclockwise to loosen it, thenremove the jack by lifting it straightup.Unscrew the

△CONTINUEDUse the extension and the wheelnut wrench as shown to raise thevehicle until the flat tire is off theground.Remove the wheel nuts, thenremov

Put on the spare tire. Put thewheel nuts back on finger-tight,then tighten them in a crisscrosspattern with the wheel nut wrenchuntil the wheel is fir

CONTINUEDStore the jack. Place the tool kit inthe center of the flat tire.Store the wheel cover or centercap in the cargo area. Make sure itwill not g

When you turn the ignition switch tothe START (III) position, you do nothear the normal noise of the enginetrying to start. You may hear aclicking sou

Turn the ignition switch to theSTART (III) position. If theheadlights do not dim, check thecondition of the fuses. If the fusesareOK,thereisprobablyso

Although this seems like a simpleprocedure, you should take severalprecautions.You cannot start your vehicle with anautomatic transmission by pushingo

For added protection, the front seatbelts are equipped with automaticseat belt tensioners. When activated,the tensioners immediately tightenthe belts

＋＋−If the booster battery is in anothervehicle, have an assistant startthat vehicle and run it at a fast idle.Start your vehicle. If the startermotor

If you see steam and/or spraycoming from under the hood, turnoff the engine. Wait until you seeno more signs of steam or spray,then open the hood.The

Look for any obvious coolant leaks,such as a split radiator hose.Everything is still extremely hot,so use caution. If you find a leak, itmust be repai

Let the vehicle sit for a minute.Open the hood, and check the oillevel (see page ). An enginevery low on oil can lose pressureduring cornering and oth

If your vehicle has an automatictransmission, the malfunctionindicator lamp may also come onwith the ‘‘D’’ indicator.If you have recently refueled you

However, if the brake pedal does notfeel normal, you should takeimmediate action. A problem in onepart of the system’s dual circuitdesign will still g

The vehicle’s fuses are contained inthreefuseboxes.The primary under-hood fuse box isin the engine compartment on thedriver’s side. To open it, push t

If something electrical in yourvehicle stops working, check for ablown fuse first. Determine from thechart on pages and , or thediagram on the fuse bo

If the replacement fuse of thesame rating blows in a short time,there is probably a seriouselectrical problem in your vehicle.Leave the blown fuse in

＊＊＊＊＊−−−−−−＊＊No. Circuits ProtectedNo.Amps.Amps. Circuits Protected123456789Back Up LightNot UsedMETERTurn LightNot UsedFront WipersSRSDaytime Running

If a seat belt is worn during a crash,it must be replaced by your dealer. Abelt that has been worn during acrash may not provide the same levelof prot

＊＊No.Amps. Circuits ProtectedNo. Amps.Amps. Circuits Protected Circuits Protected1234567880 A Battery91011121314151630 A30 A30 A20 A20 A10 A30 A15 A80

−−If your vehicle needs to be towed,call a professional towing service ororganization. Never tow your vehiclewith just a rope or chain. It is verydang

If your vehicle gets stuck in sand,mud, or snow, call a towing serviceto pull it out (see page ).For very short distances, such asfreeing the vehicle,

Screw the towing hook into thebolt hole behind the bumper, thentighten the hook securely with theextension.3.If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck240To avoid dam

−Thediagramsinthissectiongiveyou the dimensions and capacities ofyour vehicle and the locations of theidentification numbers. It alsoincludes informat

The vehicle identification number(VIN) is the 17-digit number yourdealer uses to register your vehiclefor warranty purposes. It is alsonecessary for l

The transmission number is on alabel on top of the transmission.The engine number is stamped intothe front of the engine block.Identification NumbersT

＊＊＊＊＊Specifications244DimensionsWeightsEngineSeating CapacitiesCapacities157.4 in (3,999 mm)LengthWidthHeightWheelbaseTrack66.2 in (1,682 mm)60.0 in (

−−−＊＊−−−−−−−−−−−−−−−＊＊＊＊SpecificationsTechnical Information245Air ConditioningBatteryLightsFusesTiresAlignmentHFC-134a (R-134a)14.1 15.9 oz (400 450 g

The tires on your vehicle meet allU.S. Federal Safety Requirements.All tires are also graded fortreadwear, traction, and temperatureperformance accord

Airbag System ComponentsAdditional Information About Your Airbags22(8)(1)(2)(3)(5)(4)(13)(7)(5)(4)(6)(10)(12)(9)(11)(6) Driver’s Seat Position Sensor(

Warning: The temperature grade forthis tire is established for a tire thatis properly inflated and notoverloaded. Excessive speed,underinflation, or e

−−−−−−−−−−−The tires that came on your vehiclehave a number of markings. Thoseyou should be aware of are describedbelow.The tire identification number

−−−−Accordingly, when the low tirepressure telltale illuminates, youshould stop and check your tires assoon as possible, and inflate them tothe proper

−Always check the TPMS malfunctiontelltale after replacing one or moretires or wheels on your vehicle toensure that the replacement oralternate tires

＊＊The burning of gasoline in yourvehicle’s engine produces several by-products. Some of these are carbonmonoxide (CO), oxides of nitrogen(NOx), and hy

The emissions control systems aredesigned and certified to work to-gether in reducing emissions tolevels that comply with the Clean AirAct. To make su

The three way catalytic convertercontains precious metals that serveas catalysts, promoting chemicalreactions to convert the exhaustgasses without aff

If you take your vehicle for anemissions test shortly after thebattery has been disconnected orgone dead, it may not pass the test.This is because of

Select a nearby lightly traveledmajor highway where you canmaintain a speed of 50 to 60 mph(80to97km/h)foratleast20minutes. Drive on the highway inD (

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Your airbag system includes:Two SRS (supplemental restraintsystem) front airbags. The driver’sairbag is stored in the center ofthe steering wheel; the

...Customer Service Information . 258...Warranty Coverages . 259Reporting Safety Defects...(U.S. Vehicles) .

Honda dealership personnel aretrained professionals. They shouldbe able to answer all your questions.If you encounter a problem that yourdealership do

−−−−−−−−−Your new vehicle is covered by thesewarranties:provides proratedcoverage for a replacement batterypurchased from your dealer.covers your new

If NHTSA receives similar com-plaints, it may open an investigation,and if it finds that a safety defectexists in a group of vehicles, it mayorder a r

The publications shown below can be purchased from HelmIncorporated. You can order by phone or online:Call Helm Inc. at 1-800-782-4356 (credit card or

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CONTINUED...Accessories . 144ACCESSORY (Ignition Key...Position) . 78...

＊＊＊＊＊...Cargo . 146...Cargo, How to Carry . 146...Carrying Cargo

＊CONTINUED...DOT Tire Quality Grading . 246Downshifting, Manual...Transmission . 155...Driver and Passenger Saf

＊＊...Gas Mileage, Improving . 141...Gasohol . 136...Gasoline

Automatic front seat belttensioners (see page ).Sensors that can detect amoderate to severe front impact orside impact.Sensors that can detect whether

＊＊＊＊CONTINUED...Keys . 76...Jacking up the Vehicle . 221...

...Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 60, 230...Lower Anchors . 43...Lubricant Specifications Chart . 244...Luggage, St

＊＊＊CONTINUED...Protecting Children . 34...Protecting Infants . 39...Protecting Larger Children . 49...

＊−...Side Airbags . 9, 28...How Your Side Airbags Work . 28How the Side Airbag Off...Indicator Works .

＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊...Tires . 208...Air Pressure . 210...

＊＊＊Windshield...Cleaning . 71...Defroster . 105...

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Service Information SummaryGasoline:Fuel Tank Capacity:Recommended Engine Oil:Automatic Transmission Fluid:Brake Fluid:Tire Pressure (measured cold):M

During a frontal crash, your seat beltrestrains your lower body and torso,and the front airbag helps protectyour head and chest.This can happen if the

This owner’s manual should be considereda permanent part of the vehicle and shouldremain with the vehicle when it is sold.The information and specific

Your front airbags are also dual-threshold airbags. Airbags with thisfeature have two deploymentthresholds that depend on whethersensors detect the oc

−−−−−−Your safety, and the safety of others,is very important. And operating thisvehicle safely is an importantresponsibility.To help you make informe

CONTINUEDYour front airbags are also advancedairbags. The main purpose of thisfeature is to help prevent airbag-caused injuries to short drivers andch

Moving the front seat forciblyback against cargo on the seat orfloor behind it.When the airbag is turned off, a‘‘passenger airbag off’’ indicator inth

There will be some delay betweenthe moment the passenger movesinto or out of the airbag deploymentpathandwhentheindicatorcomeson or goes off.A front s

If the impact is on the passenger’sside, the passenger’s side curtainairbag will inflate even if there are nooccupants on that side of the vehicle.To

If you see any of these indications,the airbags and seat belt tensionersmay not work properly when youneed them. This indicatoralerts you that thepass

Your airbag systems are virtuallymaintenance free, and there are noparts you can safely service.However, you must have yourvehicle serviced if:Do not

Improperly replacingor covering front seat-back coverscan prevent your side airbags frominflating during a side impact.This could make thedriver’s sea

−−−If you have children, or ever need todrive with a child in your vehicle, besure to read this section. It beginswith important general guidelines,th

−CONTINUEDIf the vehicle seat istoo far forward, or the child’s head isthrown forward during a collision, aninflating front airbag can strike thechild

−To remind you of the passenger’sfront airbag hazards, and thatchildren must be properly restrainedin a back seat, your vehicle haswarninglabelsonthed

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−Many parents say they prefer to putan infant or a small child in the frontpassenger seat so they can watch thechild, or because the child requiresatt

−If you are not wearing aseat belt in a crash, you could bethrown forward and crush thechild against the dashboard or aseat-back. If you are wearing a

Only a rear-facing child seat providesproper support for a baby’s head,neck, and back.An infant must be properlyrestrained in a rear-facing, reclining

Of the different seats available, werecommend those that have a five-point harness system as shown.In any of these situations, westrongly recommend th

Since LATCH-compatible child seatsare easier to install and reduce thepossibility of improper installation,we recommend selecting this style.Conventio

After selecting a proper child seatand a good place to install the seat,there are three main steps ininstalling the seat:All child seats must besecure

Place the child seat on the vehicleseat, then attach the seat to thelower anchors according to thechild seat maker’s instructions.Your vehicle is equi

Whatever type you have, followthe child seat maker’s instructionsfor adjusting or tightening the fit.Other LATCH-compatible seatshave a flexible-type

When not using the LATCH system,all child seats must be secured to thevehicle with the lap part of a lap/shoulder belt.With the child seat in the desi

After confirming that the belt islocked, grab the shoulder part ofthe belt near the buckle, and pullup to remove any slack from thelap part of the bel

A convenient reference to thesections in this manual.A quick reference to the maincontrols in your vehicle.Explains the purpose of eachinstrument pane

A child seat with a tether can beinstalled in any seating position inthe back seat.Each rear outside seating positionhas an anchorage point on the sea

Route the tether strap over theseat-back, then attach the tetherstrap hook to the anchor, makingsure the tether strap is not twisted.Tighten the strap

When a child reaches therecommended weight or height limitfor a forward-facing child seat, thechild should sit in a back seat on abooster seat and wea

Does the shoulder belt crossbetween the child’s neck and arm?Is the lap part of the belt as low aspossible, touching the child’sthighs?Will the child

If a child who uses a booster seatmust ride in front, move the vehicleseat as far back as possible and besure the child is wearing the seatbelt proper

If you decide that a child can safelyride up front, be sure to:Carefully read the owner’s manual,and make sure you understand allseat belt instruction

Your vehicle’s exhaust containscarbon monoxide gas. Carbonmonoxide should not enter thevehicle in normal driving if youmaintain your vehicle properly

These labels are in the locationsshown. They warn you of potentialhazards that could cause seriousinjury or death. Read these labelscarefully.If a lab

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＊＊＊ : If equippedYour Vehicle at a GlanceYour Vehicle at a Glance3A/T model is shown.AUDIO SYSTEMGAUGESAUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONPASSENGER AIRBAG OFFINDIC

This section gives information aboutthe controls and displays thatcontribute to the daily operation ofyour vehicle. All the essentialcontrols are with

＊＊＊ : If equippedControl Locations58MIRROR CONTROLS(P.95)POWER WINDOWSWITCHHOOD RELEASEHANDLEPOWER DOORLOCK MASTERSWITCH(P.79)(P.94)(P.138)ACCESSORY P

＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊: If equippedInstrument PanelInstruments and Controls59HIGH BEAM INDICATOR(P.64)LIGHTS ONINDICATORDAYTIMERUNNINGLIGHTSINDICATORDOOR AND TAILG

The instrument panel has manyindicators that give you importantinformation about your vehicle.See page .If this indicator comes on when theengine is r

This indicator comes on briefly whenyou turn the ignition switch to theON (II) position. If it comes on atany other time, it indicates apotential prob

This indicator normally comes onwhen you turn the ignition to the ON(II) position and goes off after theengine starts. If it comes on at anyother time

This indicator monitors thetemperature of the engine coolant. Itnormallycomesonwhenyouturnthe ignition switch to the ON (II)position and goes off afte

This indicator reminds you that theexterior lights are on. It comes onwhen the light switch is in either theor position. If you turn theignition switc

This indicator comes on with thehigh beam headlights. For moreinformation, see page .On Canadian models, this indicatorcomes on with reduced brightnes

This indicator comes on for a fewseconds when you turn the ignitionswitch to the ON (II) position. Itremindsyouthatitistimetotakeyour vehicle in for s

＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel.If equipped.1:2:Your Vehicle at a Glance4REAR WINDOWDEFOGGERWINDSHIELDWIPERS/WASH

This meter shows the number ofmiles (U.S.) or kilometers (Canada)driven since you last reset it.There are two trip meters: Trip Aand Trip B. Switch be

The odometer shows the totaldistance your vehicle has beendriven. It measures miles in U.S.models and kilometers in Canadianmodels. It is illegal unde

The information display in theinstrument panel shows you theengine oil life and maintenanceservice items when the ignitionswitch is in the ON (II) pos

＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊ ＊To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel.If equipped.1:2:Controls Near the Steering Wheel70HORNMIRROR CONTROLSWINDSHIELDW

−−−−−−−−−Push the right lever up or down toselect a position.The wipers run at highspeed until you release the lever.The wipers are not activated.The

−Hold past ON to turn the rearwindow wiper on and to spray therear window washer.Rotate the switchcounterclockwise to spray thewindow washer.Push down

−−Turning the switch tothe ‘‘ ’’ position turns on theparking lights, taillights, instrumentpanel lights, side-marker lights, andrear license plate li

Pushthebuttontoturnonthehazard warning lights (four-wayflashers). This causes all fouroutside turn signals and both turnindicators in the instrument p

Make sure the rear window is clearand you have good visibility beforestarting to drive.Thedefoggerwiresontheinsideofthe rear window can be accidentall

Youshouldhavereceivedakeynumber tag with your keys. You willneed this key number if you everhave to get a lost key replaced. Useonly Honda-approved ke

−This section gives you importantinformation about how to protectyourself and your passengers. Itshows you how to use seat belts. Itexplains how your

If the system repeatedly does notrecognize the coding of your key,contact your dealer.Do not attempt to alter this systemor add other devices to it. E

−−−−The ignition switch has fourpositions: LOCK (0), ACCESSORY(I), ON (II), and START (III).You can insert orremove the key only in this position.To t

To lock the doors and the tailgate,push the top of the master door lockswitch on the driver’s door, push inthe lock tab on the driver’s door, orusethe

The lock tab on each passenger’sdoor locks and unlocks only thatdoor. Pulling up the driver’s lock tabonly unlocks the driver’s door. Tounlock only th

The tailgate will lock or unlock whenyou lock or unlock the driver’s doorby using the key, the lock tab on thedriver’s door, the master door lockswitc

To close the tailgate, hold thetailgate handle, lower the tailgate,then press down on the back edge.Keep the tailgate closed at all timeswhile driving

−−−Press this button onceto unlock the driver’s door. Push ittwice to unlock the remaining doorsand the tailgate. Some exterior lightswill flash twice

Avoid dropping or throwing thetransmitter.Protect the transmitter fromextreme temperature.Do not immerse the transmitter inany liquid.If you lose a tr

＋As required by the FCC:This device complies with Part 15 of theFCC rules. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions: (1) This devicemay not

−See pages for important safetyinformation and warnings about how toproperly position the seats and seat-backs.11 13Make all seat adjustments beforeyo

−You’ll find many safetyrecommendations throughout thissection, and throughout this manual.Therecommendationsonthispageare the ones we consider to be

See page for important safetyinformation and a warning aboutimproperly positioning head restraints.13Your vehicle is equipped with headrestraints in a

The head restraints in the rear outerseating positions do not adjust forheight. To remove one for cleaningor repair, push the release button,and lift

Remove the front head restraints(see page ), and store themsecurely.You can recline the seat-backs on thefront seats so they are level with therear se

Pull up the rear seat cushion, andfold the seat leg down. Push the seatcushion firmly against the seat-backto lock it.The left and right rear seat cus

Whenyoufolddownthedriver’ssiderear seat, use the latch plate torelease the center seat belt from thedetachable anchor (see page ).Allow the seat belt

Make sure all items in the cargo areaare secured. Loose items can flyforward and cause injury if you haveto brake hard (Seeon page ).To return the sea

Tug on the seat belt to verify thatthe detachable anchor is securelylatched. Make sure the seat belt isnot twisted.The seat belt in the rear center se

− To open the driver’swindow fully, push the windowswitch firmly down to the seconddetent, and release it. The windowwill automatically go down all th

Turn the ignition switch to the ON(II) position.Move the selector switch to L(driver’s side) or R (passenger’sside).Keeptheinsideandoutsidemirrorsclea

To apply the parking brake, pull thelever up fully. To release it, pull upslightly, push the button, and lowerthe lever. The parking brakeindicator on