Honda Fit (2009) manual

Congratulations! Your selection of a 2009 Honda Fit was a wise investment. It will give you years of driving pleasure. One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of your new vehicle is to read this manual. In it, you will learn how to operate its driving controls and convenience items. Afterwards, keep this owner's manual in your vehicle so[...]

California Proposition 65 Warning WARNING: This product contains or emits chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Event Data Recorders This vehicle is equipped with one or more devices commonly referred to as event data recorders. These devices record front seat belt use, front passen[...]

Your safety, and the safety of others, is very important. And operating this vehicle safely is an important responsibility. To help you make informed decisions about safety, we have provided operating procedures and other information on labels and in this manual. This information alerts you to potential hazards that could hurt you or others. Of cou[...]

200 9 Fit Online Reference Owner's Manual Contents Owner's Identification Form Introduction ..................................................... ............................................................................... . ......... .... ........ i A Few Words About Safety .............................................................[...]

Contents A convenient reference to the sections in this manual. Your Vehicle at a Glance A quick reference to the main controls in your vehicle. Driver and Passenger Safety Important information about the proper use and care of your vehicle's seat belts, an overview of the supplemental restraint system, and valuable information on how to prote[...]

ꭧ : If equipped Vehicle with navigation system is shown. DRIVER'S FRONT AIRBAG (P. 9 , 25 ) MIRROR CONTROLS (P. 101 ) DOOR LOCK TAB (P. 81 ) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH ꭧ (P. 81 ) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P. 100 ) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P. 200 ) INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATOR (P. 60 ) GAUGES (P. 68 ) AUDIO SYSTEM (P. 115 , 143 ) PASSENGER'S[...]

ꭧ 1: To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel. ꭧ 2: If equipped. ꭧ 3: Only on vehicles equipped with navigation system. Refer to the navigation system manual. Vehicle with navigation system is shown. PADDLE SHIFTER (DOWNSHIFT) ꭧ 2 (P. 224 ) HEADLIGHTS/ TURN SIGNAL/ FOG LIGHTS ꭧ 2 (P. 74 ) REMOTE AUDIO CONTROL BUTTONS ?[...]

This section gives you important information about how to protect yourself and your passengers. It shows you how to use seat belts. It explains how your airbags work. And it tells you how to properly restrain infants and children in your vehicle. Important Safety Precautions ........... 6 Your Vehicle's Safety Features ......... 7 Seat Belts .[...]

You'll find many safety recommendations throughout this section, and throughout this manual. The recommendations on this page are the ones we consider to be the most important. Always Wear Your Seat Belt A seat belt is your best protection in all types of collisions. Airbags are designed to supplement seat belts, not replace them. So even thou[...]

Your vehicle is equipped with many features that work together to protect you and your passengers during a crash. Some features do not require any action on your part. These include a strong steel framework that forms a safety cage around the passenger compartment, front and rear crush zones, a collapsible steering column, and tensioners that tight[...]

Seat Belts Your vehicle is equipped with seat belts in all seating positions. Your seat belt system also includes an indicator on the instrument panel and a beeper to remind you and your passengers to fasten your seat belts. Why Wear Seat Belts Seat belts are the single most effective safety device for adults and larger children. (Infants and small[...]

Airbags Your vehicle has a supplemental restraint system (SRS) with front airbags to help protect the heads and chests of the driver and a front seat passenger during a moderate to severe frontal collision (see page 25 for more information on how your front airbags work). Your vehicle also has side airbags to help protect the upper torso of the dri[...]

The most important things you need to know about your airbags are: ● Airbags do not replace seat belts. They are designed to supplement the seat belts. ● Airbags offer no protection in rear impacts, or minor frontal or side collisions. ● Airbags can pose serious hazar ds. To do their job, airbags must inflate with tremendous force. So while a[...]

Introduction The following pages provide instructions on how to properly protect the driver, adult passengers, and teenage children who are large enough and mature enough to drive or ride in the front. See pages 34 － 38 for important guidelines on how to properly protect infants, small children, and larger children who ride in your vehicle. 1. Cl[...]

If you sit too close to the steering wheel or dashboard, you can be seriously injured by an inflating front airbag, or by striking the steering wheel or dashboard. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Transport Canada recommend that drivers allow at least 10 inches (25 cm) between the center of the steering wheel and the chest. In[...]

Reclining the seat-back too far can result in serious injury or death in a crash. Adjust the seat-back to an upright position, and sit well back in the seat. Reclining a seat-back so that the shoulder part of the belt no longer rests against the occupant's chest reduces the protective capability of the belt. It also increases the chance of sli[...]

5. Fasten and Position the Seat Belts Insert the latch plate into the buckle, then tug on the belt to make sure the belt is securely latched. Check that the belt is not twisted, because a twisted belt can cause serious injuries in a crash. The seat belt in the center position of the back seat can be unlatched and retracted to allow the back seat to[...]

The front seats have adjustable seat belt anchors. To adjust the height of an anchor, squeeze the two release buttons, and slide the anchor up or down as needed (it has four positions). Never place the sh oulder portion of a lap/shoulder belt under your arm or behind your back. This could cause very serious injuries in a crash. If a seat belt does [...]

In addition, an occupant who is out of position in the front seat can be seriously or fatally injured in a crash by striking interior parts of the vehicle or being struck by an inflating front airbag. Sitting improperly or out of position can result in serious injury or death in a crash. Always sit upright, well back in the seat, with your feet on [...]

Additional Safety Precautions ● Never let passengers ride in the cargo area or on top of a folded- down back seat. If they do, they could be very seriously injured in a crash. ● Never let passengers ride in the area in front of a folded-up rear seat or on top of a folded-down rear seat. If they do, they could be very seriously injured in a cras[...]

Seat Belt System Components Your seat belt system includes lap/ shoulder belts in all seating positions. The front seat belts are also equip ped with automatic seat belt tensioners. This system uses the same sensors as the front airbags to monitor whether the front seat belts are latched or unlatched, and how much weight is on the front passenger&a[...]

Lap/Shoulder Belt The lap/shoulder belt goes over your shoulder, across your chest, and across your hips. To fasten the belt, insert the latch plate into the buckle, then tug on the belt to make sure the buckle is latched (see page 14 for how to properly position the belt). To unlock the belt, press the red PRESS button on the buckle. Guide the bel[...]

Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners For added protection, the front seat belts are equipped with automatic seat belt tensioners. When activated, the tensioners immediately tighten the belts to help hold the driver and a front passenger in position. The tensioners are designed to activate in any collision severe enough to cause the front airbags to deplo[...]

If a seat belt is worn during a crash, it must be replaced by your dealer. A belt that has been worn during a crash may not provide the same level of protection in a subsequent crash. The dealer should also inspect the anchors for damage and replace them if needed. If the automatic seat belt tensioners activate during a crash, they must be replaced[...]

Airbag System Components (1) (3) (6) (12) (4) (5) (11) (4) (7) (5) (9) (10) (2) (8) (1) Driver's Front Airbag (2) Passenger's Front Airbag (3) Control Unit (4) Front Seat Belt Tensioners (5) Side Airbags (6) Driver's Seat Position Sensor (7) Front Passenger's Weight Sensors (8) Front Impact Sensors (9) Passenger Airbag Off Indic[...]

Your airbag system includes: ● Two SRS (supplemental restraint system) front airbags. The driver's airbag is stored in the center of the steering wheel; the front passenger's airbag is stored in the dashboard. Both are marked ‘‘ SRS AIRBAG ’’ (see page 25 ). ● Two side airbags, one for the driver and one for a front passenger.[...]

● Automatic front seat belt tensioners (see page 20 ). ● Sensors that can detect a moderate to severe front impact or side impact. ● Sensors that can detect whether a child is in the passenger's side airbag path and signal the control unit to turn the airbag off (see page 29 ). ● Sensors that can detect whether the driver's seat b[...]

How Your Front Airbags Work If you ever have a moderate to severe frontal collision, sensors will detect the vehicle's rapid deceleration. If the rate of deceleration is high enough, the control unit will instantly inflate the driver's and front passenger's airbags, at the time and with the force needed. During a frontal crash, your [...]

After a crash, you may see what looks like smoke. This is actually powder from the airbag's surface. Although the powder is not harmful, people with respiratory problems may experience some temporary discomfort. If this occurs, get out of the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so. Dual-Stage Airbags Your front airbags are dual-stage airbags. [...]

Advanced Airbags Your front airbags are also advanced airbags. The main purpose of this feature is to help prevent airbag- caused injuries to short drivers and children who ride in front. For both advanced airbags to work properly: ● Occupants must sit upright and wear their seat belts properly. ● Do not spill any liquids on or under the seats,[...]

When the airbag is turned off, a ‘‘ passenger airbag off ’’ indicator in the center of the dashboard comes on (see page 31 ). If the weight sensors detect there is no passenger in the front seat, the airbag will be off. However, the passenger airbag off indicator will not come on. To ensure that the passenger's advanced front airbag sy[...]

Only one airbag will deploy during a side impact. If the impact is on the passenger's side, the passenger's side airbag will deploy even if there is no passenger. To get the best protection from the side airbags, front seat occupants should wear their seat belts and sit upright and well back in their seats. Side Airbag Cutoff System Your [...]

How Your Side Curtain Airbags Work In a moderate to severe side impact, sensors will detect rapid acceleration and signal the control unit to instantly inflate the side curtain airbag and activate the seat belt tensioner on the driver's or the passenger's side of the vehicle. If the impact is on the passenger's side, the passenger&ap[...]

If you see any of these indications, the airbags and seat belt tensioners may not work properly when you need them. Ignoring the SRS indicator can result in serious injury or death if the airbag systems or tensioners do not work properly. Have your vehicle checked by a dealer as soon as possible if the SRS indicator alerts you to a possible problem[...]

Be aware that objects placed on the front seat can cause the indicator to come on. If the weight sensors detect there is no passenger in the front seat, the airbag will be off. However, the passenger airbag off indicator will not come on. The passenger airbag off indicator may come on and off repeatedly if the total weight on the seat is near the a[...]

● If your vehicle has a moderate to severe impact. Even if your airbags do not inflate, your dealer should inspect the driver's seat position sensor, the front passenger's weight sensors, the front seat belt tensioners, and all seat belts worn during a crash to make sure they are operating properly. Additional Safety Precautions ● Do [...]

Children depend on adults to protect them. However, despite their best intentions, many adults do not know how to properly protect child passengers. If you have children, or ever need to drive with a child in your vehicle, be sure to read this section. It begins with important general guidelines, then presents special information for infants, small[...]

All Children Should Sit in a Back Seat According to accident statistics, children of all ages and sizes are safer when they are restrained in a back seat. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Transport Canada recommend that all children aged 12 and under be properly restrained in a back seat. Some states have laws restricting wher[...]

To remind you of the passenger's front airbag hazards, and that children must be properly restrained in a back seat, your vehicle has warning labels on the dashboard (U.S. models) and on the front visors. Please read and follow the instructions on these labels. U.S. Models DASHBOARD SUN VISORS Canadian Models SUN VISORS Protecting Children －[...]

If You Must Drive with Several Children Your vehicle has a back seat where children can be properly restrained. If you ever have to carry a group of children, and a child must ride in front: ● Place the largest child in the front seat, provided the child is large enough to wear the lap/shoulder belt properly (see page 49 ). ● Move the vehicle s[...]

Additional Safety Precautions ● Never hold an infa nt or child o n your lap. If you are not wearing a seat belt in a crash, you could be thrown forward and crush the child against the dashboard or a seat-back. If you are wearing a seat belt, the child can be torn from your arms and be seriously hurt or killed. ● Never put a seat belt over yours[...]

Protecting Infants Child Seat Type An infant must be properly restrained in a rear-facing, reclining child seat until the child reaches the seat maker's weight or height limit for the seat, and the child is at least one year old. Only a rear-facing child seat provides proper support for a baby's head, neck, and back. Two types of seats ma[...]

In any of these situations, we strongly recommend that you install the child seat directly behind the front passenger's seat, move the seat as far forward as needed, and leave it unoccupied. Or, you may wish to get a smaller rear-facing child seat. Placing a rear-facing child seat in the front seat can result in serious injury or death during [...]

Even with advanced front airbags that automatically turn the passenger's front airbag off (see page 31 ), a back seat is the safest place for a small child. If it is necessary to put a forward- facing child seat in the front, move the vehicle seat as far to the rear as possible, and be sure the child seat is firmly secured to the vehicle and t[...]

After selecting a proper child seat and a good place to install the seat, there are three main steps in installing the seat: 1. Properly secure the child seat to the vehicle. All child seats must be secured to the vehicle with the lap part of a lap/shoulder belt or with the LATCH (lower anchors and tethers for children) system. A child whose seat i[...]

Installing a Child Seat with LATCH Your vehicle is equipped with LATCH (lower anchors and tethers for children) at the outer rear seats. The lower anchors are located between the seat-back and seat bottom, and are to be used only with a child seat designed for use with LATCH. The location of each lower anchor is indicated by a small button above th[...]

Other LATCH-compatible seats have a flexible-type connector as shown above. 4. Whatever type you have, follow the child seat maker's instructions for adjusting or tightening the fit. 5. Lift the head restraint (see page 94 ), then route the tether strap through the legs of the head restraint and over the seat-back, making sure the strap is not[...]

Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/ Shoulder Belt When not using the LATCH system, all child seats must be secured to the vehicle with the lap part of a lap/ shoulder belt. In addition, the lap/shoulder belts in all seating positions except the driver's have a lockable retractor that must be activated to secure a child seat. If you intend to i[...]

4. After confirming that the belt is locked, grab the shoulder part of the belt near the buckle, and pull up to remove any slack from the lap part of the belt. Remember, if the lap part of the belt is not tight, the child seat will not be secure. To remove slack, it may help to put weight on the child seat, or push on the back of the seat while pul[...]

Installing a Child Seat with a Tether A child seat with a tether can be installed in any seating position in the back seat. Each rear outside seating position has an anchorage point on the seat- back, and the center seating position has an anchorage point in the ceiling near the tailgate. Since a tether can provide additional security to the lap/sh[...]

Using the Center Anchor 1. Lower the head restraint to its lowest position. 2. After properly securing the child seat (see page 45 ), open the anchor cover. 3. Route the tether strap over the head restraint, then attach the tether strap hook to the anchor, making sure the tether strap is not twisted. 4. Tighten the strap according to the seat maker[...]

When a child reaches the recommended weight or height limit for a forward-facing child seat, the child should sit in a back seat on a booster seat and wear a lap/shoulder belt. The following pages give instructions on how to check proper seat belt fit, what kind of booster seat to use if one is needed, and important precautions for a child who must[...]

3. Does the shoulder belt cross between the child's neck and arm? 4. Is the lap part of the belt as low as possible, touching the child's thighs? 5. Will the child be able to stay seated like this for the whole trip? If you answer yes to all these questions, the child is ready to wear the lap/shoulder belt correctly. If you answer no to a[...]

If a child who uses a booster seat must ride in front, move the vehicle seat as far back as possible and be sure the child is wearing the seat belt properly. A child may continue using a booster seat until the tops of their ears are even with the top of the vehicle's or booster's seat-back. A child of this height should be tall enough to [...]

If you decide that a child can safely ride up front, be sure to: ● Carefully read the owner's manual, and make sure you understand all seat belt instructions and all safety information. ● Move the vehicle seat to the rear- most position. ● Have the child sit up straight, back against the seat, and feet on or near the floor. ● Check tha[...]

Your vehicle's exhaust contains carbon monoxide gas. Carbon monoxide should not enter the vehicle in normal driving if you maintain your vehicle properly and follow the information on this page. Have the exhaust system inspected for leaks whenever: ● The vehicle is raised for an oil change. ● You notice a change in the sound of the exhaust[...]

These labels are in the locations shown. They warn you of potential hazards that could cause serious injury or death. Read these labels carefully. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read (except for the U.S. dashboard label which may be removed by the owner), contact your dealer for a replacement. U.S. models only DASHBOARD U.S. models SUN VIS[...]

HOOD U.S. models Canadian models RADIATOR CAP U.S. models Canadian models DOORJAMBS CONTINUED Safety Labels 55 Driver and Passenger Safety 2009 Fit I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : Table Of Contents Main Menu[...]

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This section gives information about the controls and displays that contribute to the daily operation of your vehicle. All the essential controls are within easy reach. Control Locations .......................... 58 Instrument Panel .......................... 59 Instrument Panel Indicators .......... 60 Gauges .....................................[...]

ꭧ : If equipped MIRROR CONTROLS (P. 101 ) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH ꭧ (P. 81 ) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P. 200 ) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P. 100 ) PARKING BRAKE (P. 102 ) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (P. 219 ) MANUAL TRANSMISSION (P. 217 ) HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS ꭧ (P. 110 ) AUDIO SYSTEM (P. 115 , 143 ) INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS (P. 60 ) GAUGES (P[...]

ꭧ : If equipped SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR ꭧ (P. 66 , 193 ) WASHER LEVEL INDICATOR ꭧ (P. 65 ) MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (P. 304 ) CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 60 , 303 ) LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR (P. 60 , 303 ) IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 66 ) FOG LIGHT INDICATOR ꭧ (P. 64 ) LIGHTS ON INDICATOR (P. 64 ) SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM I[...]

The instrument panel has many indicators that give you important information about your vehicle. Malfunction Indicator Lamp See page 304 . Low Oil Pressure Indicator The engine can be severely damaged if this indicator flashes or stays on when the engine is running. For more information, see page 303 . Charging System Indicator If this indicator co[...]

If your front passenger does not fasten their seat belt, the indicator comes on about 6 seconds after the ignition switch is turned to the ON (II) position. If either of you do not fasten your seat belt while driving, the beeper will sound and the indicator will flash again at regular intervals. For more information, see page 18 . Supplemental Rest[...]

Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Indicator This indicator normally comes on for a few 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 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 [...]

High Temperature Indicator This indicator moni tors the temperature of the engine coolant. It normally comes on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position and goes off after a few seconds. In normal driving conditions, this indicator should not blink or stay on. In severe driving conditions, such as very hot weather or a long period [...]

Low Tire Pressure Indicator U.S. models only This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. If it comes on while driving, it indicates that one or more of your vehicle's tires are significantly low on pressure. If this happens, pull to the side of the road when it is safe, check wh[...]

High Beam Indicator This indicator comes on with the high beam headlights. For more information, see page 75 . This indicator comes on with reduced brightness when the daytime running lights (DRL) are on (see page 75 ). Daytime Running Lights Indicator If this indicator comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON (II) position and the par[...]

Maintenance Minder Indicator This indicator comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. It reminds you that it is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance. The maintenance main items and sub items will be displayed in the information display. See page 245 for more information on the maintenanc[...]

Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System Indicator If equipped This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position and when the ignition switch is turned to the START (III) position. It flashes when VSA is active (see page 233 ). If it comes on and stays on at any other time, or if it does not c[...]

TACHOMETER SPEEDOMETER FUEL GAUGE SELECT/RESET KNOB INFORMATION DISPLAY ODOMETER/TRIP METER/CURRENT FUEL MILEAGE/ AVERAGE FUEL MILEAGE/CHECK FUEL CAP INDICATOR U.S. model is shown. Gauges 68 2009 Fit I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : Table Of Contents Main Menu[...]

The information display consists of two segments. The upper segment displays current fuel mileage, maintenance item code(s), and the lower segment displays the trip meter, odometer, average fuel mileage, and engine oil life. To switch the display, press and release the select/reset knob repeatedly. When you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) p[...]

Current Fuel Mileage This shows your current fuel mileage in mpg (U.S.) or l/100 km (Canada). Average Fuel Mileage This shows your vehicle's average fuel economy in mpg (U.S.) or l/100 km (Canada) since you last reset the trip meter. When you reset a trip meter, the average fuel mileage for that trip meter also resets. Odometer The odometer sh[...]

If the system still detects a loose or missing fuel fill cap, the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) comes on. Turn the engine off, and check or retighten the fuel fill cap until it clicks at least once. The MIL goes out after several days of normal driving once the cap is tightened or replaced. If it does not go out, have your dealer inspect the veh[...]

ꭧ 1: To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel. ꭧ 2: If equipped. ꭧ 3: Only on vehicles equipped with navigation system. Refer to the navigation system manual. PADDLE SHIFTER (DOWNSHIFT) ꭧ 2 (P. 224 ) HEADLIGHTS/ TURN SIGNAL/ FOG LIGHTS ꭧ 2 (P. 74 ) NAVIGATION SYSTEM VOICE CONTROL BUTTONS ꭧ 3 STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENTS[...]

Windshield Wipers 1. MIST 2. OFF 3. INT － Intermittent 4. LO － Low speed 5. HI － High speed 6. Windshield washers Push the right lever up or down to select a position. MIST － The wipers run at high speed until you release the lever. OFF － The wipers are not activated. INT － The wipers operate every few seconds. LO － The wipers run at [...]

4. Hold past OFF to turn the rear window wiper on and to spary the rear window washer. The rear window wiper makes one more sweep after you release the switch. When you shift the transmission to the reverse position with the front windshield wiper activated, the rear wiper operates automatically even if the rear wiper switch is off. The rear window[...]

Headlights － Turning the switch to the ‘‘ ’’ position turns on the parking lights, taillights, instrument panel lights, side-marker lights, and rear license plate lights. Turning the switch to the ‘‘ ’’ position turns on the headlights. When the light switch is in the ‘‘ ’’ or ‘‘ ’’ position, the lights on indicato[...]

Instrument Panel Brightness You can change the instrument panel brightness only when the ignition switch is in the ON (II) position and the light switch is on. Turn the kno b on the lower part of the instrument panel to adjust the brightness. You will hear a beep when maximum or minimum brightnes s is reach ed. You will also hear a beep when the ma[...]

Make sure the rear window is clear and you have good visibility before starting to drive. The defogger wires on the inside of the rear window can be accidentally damaged. When cleaning the glass, always wipe side-to-side. If equipped Pushing this button also turns the mirror heaters on or off. For more information, see page 102 . Steering Wheel Adj[...]

On Sport model and Canad ian LX mod el Your vehicle comes with the two ignition keys. All models except Spor t model and Canadian LX model You should have received a key number tag with your keys. You will need this key number if you ever have to get a lost key replaced. Use only Honda-approved key blanks. These keys contain electronic circuits tha[...]

The immobilizer system protects your vehicle from theft. If an improperly coded key (or other device) is used, the engine's fuel system is disabled. When you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, the immobilizer system indicator should come on briefly, then go off. If the indicator starts to blink, it means the system does not reco[...]

The ignition switch has four positions: LOCK (0), ACCESSORY (I), ON (II), and START (III). LOCK (0) － You can insert or remove the key only in this position. To turn the key, push it in slightly. If your vehicle has an automatic transmission, the shift lever must also be in Park. If the front wheels are turned, the anti- theft lock may make it di[...]

Each door has a lock tab next to the inside door handle. Pull the lock tab to lock the door, and push it forward to unlock the door. On Canadian DX and DX-A models To lock the passenger's door when getting out of the vehicle, pull the lock tab and close the door. To lock the driver's door, pull and hold the outside door handle, then pull [...]

The lock tab on each passenger's door locks and unlocks only that door. Pushing forward the lock tab on the driver's door unlocks only that door. To unlock only the driver's door from the outside, turn the key and release it. If you turn it again, the remaining doors and the tailgate unlock. To lock a passenger's door when getti[...]

CONTINUED Door Locks 83 Instruments and Controls 2009 Fit Auto Door Locking/Unlocking On all mo dels except Canadian DX and DX-A Your vehicle has customizable settings for the doors and tailgate to automatically lock and unlock. There are default settings for each of these features. You can turn off or change the settings for these features as desc[...]

Door Locks 84 2009 Fit 3. Push and hold the front of the master door lock switch on the driver's door until you hear a click (after about 5 seconds). 4. Release the switch, and within 5 seconds, turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (0) position. To program the Par k Lock mode: Locks all doors and tail gate when the shift lever is moved out of [...]

CONTINUED Door Locks 85 Instruments and Controls 2009 Fit To program the Drive Lock mode: Locks all doors and tail gate when the vehicle's speed reaches about 9 mp h (15 km/h). 1. Make sure the shift lever is in the Park (P) position (A/T vehicles). 2. Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, and make sure to close the driver's d[...]

Door Locks 86 2009 Fit To turn off the Auto Door Unlock modes: 1. Make sure the shift lever is in the Park (P) position (A/T vehicles). 2. Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, and open the driver's door. 3. Push and hold the rear of the master door lock switch on the driver's door. You will hear a click, and after about 5 sec[...]

Door Locks 87 Instruments and Controls 2009 Fit To program the Ignit ion Switch Unlock mode: Unlocks the driver's door or all doors and tailgate when the ignitio n switch is moved out of the ON (II) position. 1. Make sure the shift lever is in the Park (P) position (A/T vehicles). 2. Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, and make s[...]

All models except Canadian DX and DX-A models The tailgate will lock or unlock when you lock or unlock the driver's door by using the key, the lock tab on the driver's door, the master door lock switch or the remote transmitter (if equipped). All models except Spor t model and Canadian LX model You can lock or unlock the tailgate with the[...]

To close the tailgate, hold the tailgate handle, lower the tailgate, then press down on the back edge. Keep the tailgate closed at all times while driving to avoid damaging the tailgate and to prevent exhaust gas from getting into the interior. See Carbon Monoxide Hazard on page 53 . Unlocking the Tailgate On Sport model and Canadia n LX model If t[...]

On Sport model and Canad ian LX mod el LOCK － Press this button once to lock all doors and the tailgate. Some exterior lights will flash once. When you push LOCK twice within 5 seconds, the horn will sound to verify that the doors and the tailgate are locked and the security system (if equipped) has set. You cannot lock the doors and the tailgate[...]

Remote Transmitter Care ● Avoid dropping or throwing the transmitter. ● Protect the transmitter from extreme temperature. ● Do not immerse the transmitter in any liquid. ● If you lose a transmitter, the replacement needs to be reprogrammed by your dealer. Replacing the Transmitter Battery If it takes several pushes on the button to lock or [...]

2. Separate the transmitter by prying its middle seam with your fingernail. 3. Inside the transmitter, separate the inner cover from the keypad by carefully prying on the edge with a coin. 4. Remove the old battery, and insert a new battery into the back of the cover with the ＋ side facing down. An improperly disposed of battery can hurt the envi[...]

Front Seat Adjustments See pages 11 － 12 for important safety information and warnings about how to properly position the seats and seat- backs. Make all seat adjustments before you start driving. To adjust the seat forward or backward, pull up on the bar under the seat cushion ’ s front edge. Move the seat to the desired position, and release [...]

Armrest On Sport model and Canad ian LX mod el The driver's seat has an armrest on the side of the seat-back. To use, pivot it down. Rear Seat Adjustments You can adjust the angle of the rear seat-backs separately. To change the seat-back angle, pull up the release lever on the outer side of the seat- back. Head Restraints See page 13 for impo[...]

Adjusting the Head Restraint The head restraints adjust for height. You need both hands to adjust a restraint. Do not attempt to adjust it while driving. To raise it, pull upward. To lower the restraint, push the release button sideways, and push the restraint down. When a passenger is seated in the rear center seating position, the center head res[...]

Active Head Restraints The driver's and front passenger's seats have active head restraints. If the vehicle is struck severely from the rear, the occupant properly secured with the seat belt will be pushed against the seat-back and the head restraint will automatically move forward. This reduces the distance between the restraint and the [...]

Folding the Rear Seat Up The left and right rear seat cushions can be lifted up separately to make room for cargo. Remove any items from the seat before you fold up the seat cushion. Pull up the rear seat cushion, and fold the seat leg down. Push the seat cushion firmly against the seat-back to lock it. To return the seat cushion to its original po[...]

When you fold down the driver's side rear seat, use the latch plate to release the center seat belt from the detachable anchor (see page 99 ). Allow the seat belt to retract into the holder on the ceiling, and store the buckles in it. 1. Lower the rear head restraints to its lowest position. If you fold down the driver's side seat-back, a[...]

Detachable Anchor The seat belt in the rear center seat is equipped with a detachable anchor. This allows the center seat belt to be unlatched when the driver's side rear seat is folded. Using a seat belt with the detachable anchor unlatched increases the chance of serious injury or death in a crash. Before using the seat belt, make sure the d[...]

To unlatch the detachable anchor, insert the latch plate into the slot on the side of the anchor buckle. Store the detachable anchor and seat belt latch plates in the retractor housing. Power Windows Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position to raise or lower any window. To open a window, push the switch down and hold it. Release the switch [...]

AUTO － To open or close the driver's window, push or pull the window switch firmly down or up to the second detent, and release it. The window will automatically go down or up all the way. To stop the window, pull or push the window switch briefly. AUTO REVERSE － If the driver ’ s window senses any obstacle while it is closing automatica[...]

3. Push the appropriate edge of the adjustment switch to move the mirror right, left, up, or down. 4. When you finish, move the selector switch to the center (off) position. This turns the adjustment switch off to keep your settings. Heated Mirrors On Canadian Sport and LX models The outside mirrors are heated to remove fog and frost. With the igni[...]

Driving the vehicle with the parking brake applied can damage the rear brakes and axles. A beeper will sound if the vehicle is driven with the parking brake on. Parking Brake 103 Instruments and Controls 2009 Fit I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : Table Of Contents Main Menu[...]

SEAT-BACK POCKET ꭧ 1 COAT HOOK FRONT DOOR POCKET VANITY MIRRORS SUN VISOR SEAT UNDER BOX CENTER POCKET PASSENGER'S TRAY UPPER GLOVE BOX ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET BEVERAGE HOLDER REAR SIDE POCKET (RIGHT SIDE) LOWER GLOVE BOX BEVERAGE HOLDERS CARGO FLOOR BOX ꭧ 2 ꭧ 1: If equipped ꭧ 2: All Canadian models with automatic transmission Interior [...]

Lower Glove Box Open the lower glove box by pulling the bottom of the handle. Close it with a firm push. An open glove box can cause serious injury to your passenger in a crash, even if the passenger is wearing the seat belt. Always keep the glove box closed while driving. Upper Glove Box Open the upper glove box by pulling up on the lever. Close i[...]

Beverage Holders Be careful when you are using the beverage holders. A spilled liquid that is very hot can scald you or your passengers. Liquid can also spill from the door pocket beverage holders when you open or close the doors. Use only resealable containers in the door pockets. Spilled liquids can damage the upholstery, carpeting, and electrica[...]

Ceiling Light The ceiling light has a three-position switch: ON, Door Activated, and OFF. In the Door Activated (center) position, the light comes on when you: ● Open any door. ● Unlock the doors and the tailgate with the key or the remote transmitter (if equipped). After all doors are closed tightly, the light fades out in about 30 seconds. Th[...]

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The heating and air conditioning system in your vehicle provides a comfortable driving environment in all weather conditions. The standard audio system has many features. This section describes those features and how to use them. Your vehicle has an anti-theft audio system that requires a code number to enable it. The security system helps to disco[...]

ꭧ : If equipped TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL FAN CONTROL DIAL REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON AIR CONDITIONING BUTTON ꭧ FRESH AIR/RECIRCULATION LEVER REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER/ HEATED MIRRORS BUTTON ꭧ MODE CONTROL DIAL Vents, Heating, and A/C 110 2009 Fit I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : Table Of Contents Main Menu[...]

Airflow Controls Fan Control Dial Turn this dial to increase or decrease the fan speed and airflow. Temperature Control Dial Turning this dial clockwise increases the temperature of the airflow. Air Conditioning (A/C) Button If equipped This button turns the air conditioning on and off. The indicator in the button is on when the A/C is on. Fresh Ai[...]

When you select or , the system automatically turns on the A/C (if equipped). You cannot turn the A/C off in this mode. Ventilation The flow-through ventilation system draws in outside air, circulates it through the interior, then discharges it through vents near the tailgate. 1. Set the temperature to the lower limit. 2. Make sure the A/C is off. [...]

If the interio r is very warm, you can cool it down more rapidly by partially opening the windows, turning on the A/C, and setting the fan to maximum speed in . Dehumidify the Interior Air conditioning, as it cools, removes moisture from the air. When used in combination with the heater, it makes the interior warm and dry and can prevent the window[...]

To Remove Exterior Frost or Ice From the Windows 1. Set the fan and temperature controls to maximum level. 2. Select . The system automatically turns on the A/C (if equipped). The A/C indicator does not come on if it was previously off. 3. Select . To clear the windows faster, you can close the dashboard corner vents by rotating each vent. This sen[...]

ꂺ PLAY BUTTON POWER ( ꂻ ) BUTTON PRESET BUTTONS FM/AM BUTTON TUNE/SEEK ( ꀾ SEEK) BUTTON TITLE BUTTON SCAN BUTTON SOUND ( ꂼ / ꂽ ) BUTTON DISPLAY ꂹꂾ BUTTON VOL/SELECT KNOB AUTO SELECT BUTTON TUNE/SEEK ( ꀽ SEEK) BUTTON CONTINUED Playing the FM/AM Radio (Models without navigation system) 115 Features 2009 Fit I n f o r m a t i o n P r o[...]

To Play the FM/AM Radio The ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position. Turn the system on by pushing the FM/AM button. Adjust the volume by turning the VOL/SELECT knob. The band and frequency that the radio was last tuned to are displayed. To change bands, press the FM/AM button. On the FM band, ST will be displayed if the st[...]

PRESET － Each preset button (1 － 6) can store one frequency on AM, and two frequencies on FM. 1. Select the desired band, AM or FM. FM1 and FM2 let you store two frequencies with each preset button. 2. Use the tune, seek, or scan function to tune the radio to a desired station. 3. Pick a preset number (1 － 6), and hold it until you hear a bee[...]

Radio Data System (RDS) On the FM band, you can select a favorite station and display the program service name according to the information provided by the radio data system (RDS). Program Service (PS) Name Display The program service name display function shows the name of the station you are listening to. With the audio system on and the FM band [...]

Radio Data System (RDS) Category On the FM band selected, you can select the program category provided by the RDS. Press or ٕ PLAY button to display and select an RDS category. The principal RDS categories are shown as follows; ALL: All RDS category stations ROCK: Rock, classic rock and soft rock music COUNTRY:Country music SOFT: Adult hits and so[...]

If the system does not find a station, ‘‘ NOTHING ’’ will be blinking for about 5 seconds, then the system goes back to the last selected station. RDS Program SCAN The scan function samples all stations with strong signals on the selected RDS category. To activate it, press the SCAN button. You will see ‘‘ SCAN ’’ in the display. Th[...]

Adjusting the Sound Press the SOUND ( ) button to select an appropriate setting: bass, treble, fader, balance, and SVC (speed-sensitive volume compensation). Turn the VOL/ SELECT knob to adjust the setting. BASS － Adjusts the bass. TREBLE － Adjusts the treble. FADER － Adjusts the front-to-back strength of the sound. BALANCE － Adjusts the si[...]

ꂺ PLAY B UTTON CD B UTTON DISC EJECT ( ꁎ ) BUTTON RANDOM BUTTON SEEK/SKIP ( ꀽ SEEK) BUTTON TITLE BUTTON SCAN BUTTON DISC SLOT ꂹꂾ BUTTON VOL/SELECT KNOB REPEAT BUTTON SEEK/SKIP ( ꀾ SEEK) BUTTON Playing a Disc (Models without navigation system) 122 2009 Fit I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : Table Of Contents Main Menu[...]

To Play a Disc To load or play discs, the ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position. You operate the in-dash disc player with the same controls used for the radio. To select the disc player, press the CD button. You will see ‘‘ CD ’’ in the display. The folder or track numbers are shown in the display. You can also se[...]

The specifications of the compatible MP3 file are: Sampling frequency: 32/44.1/48 kHz (MPEG1), 24/ 22.05/16 kHz (MPEG2) Bit rate: 32/40/48/56/64/80/96/112/128/ 160/192/224/256/320 kbps (MPEG1), 8/16/24/32/40/48/56/64/80/96/ 112/128/160 kbps (MPEG2) Compatible with variable bit rate and multi-session. Maximum layers (including ROOT): 8 layers The sp[...]

If you press and hold the TITLE button again, the display shows the first 15 characters again. If any letter is not available, it is replaced with ‘‘ . ’’ (dot) in the display. When the disc has no text data, you will see ‘‘ NO INFO ’’ on the display. You will also see some text data under these conditions: ● When a new folder, fi[...]

In MP3/WMA mode FOLDER SELECTION － To select a different folder, press the or ٕ PLAY button. Press the button to skip to the next folder, and the ٕ PLAY button to skip to the previous folder. You can also operate the folder and file selection by using the VOL/ SELECT knob. Press the VOL/ SELECT knob and you will see ‘‘ SEL ’’ in the dis[...]

SCAN － The scan function samples all the tracks on the disc in the order they are recorded on the disc (all files in the selected folder in MP3 or WMA mode). To activate the scan feature, press the SCAN button. You will see ‘‘ SCAN ’’ in the display. You will get a 10 second sampling of each track/file in the disc/folder. Press and hold t[...]

The chart on the right explains the error messages you may see in the display while playing a disc. If you see an error message in the display while playing a disc, press the eject button. After ejecting the disc, check it for damage or deformation. If there is no damage, insert the disc again. For the additional information on damaged discs, see p[...]

ꂺ PLAY B UTTON USB INDICATOR RANDOM BUTTON ꀽ SEEK (SKIP ＋ ) BUTTON TITLE BUTTON AUX BUTTON ꂹꂾ BUTTON VOL/SELECT KNOB REPEAT BUTTON ꀾ SEEK (SKIP － ) BUTTON iPod INDICATOR POWER ( ꂻ ) BUTTON On Sport model CONTINUED Playing an iPod ® (Models without navigation system) 129 Features 2009 Fit I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : [...]

To Play an iPod ꭂ This audio system can operate the audio files on the iPod ꭂ with the same controls used for the in-dash disc player. To play an iPod, connect it to the USB adapter cable in the upper glove box by using your dock connector, then press the AUX button. The ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position. The iPod[...]

Connecting an iPod 1. Open the upper glove box, and pull out the USB adapter cable. 2. Connect your dock connector to the iPod correctly and securely. 3. Install the dock connector to the USB connector securely. When the iPod is connected and the iPod mode is selected on the audio display, the USB and iPod indicators are shown in the display. After[...]

If the audio system still does not recognize the iPod, the iPod may need to be reset. Follow the instructions that came with your iPod, or you can find reset instructions online at www.apple.com/ ipod . Text Data Display Function Each time you press the TITLE button the display mode switches between the album name, the song name, the artist name, o[...]

You can also select a file from any list on the iPod menu: playlists, artists, albums and songs, by using the VOL/SELECT knob. Push the VOL/ SELECT knob to switch the display to an iPod menu, then turn the VOL/ SELECT knob to select a desired list. Press the VOL/SELECT knob to set your selection. The display shows items on the selected list. Turn t[...]

SHUFFLE ALBUM － This feature plays all available albums in a selected list (playlists, artists, albums or songs) in random order. The files in each album are played in the recorded order. To activate the shuffle album feature, press the RDM button repeatedly. You will see ‘‘ F-RDM ’’ in the display. To turn it off, press and hold the RDM [...]

If you see an error message on the audio display while playing an iPod, find the solution in the chart to the right. If you cannot clear the error message, take your vehicle to your dealer. Error Message Solution UNPLAYABLE FILE The system cannot read the file(s). Check the files in the iPod. There is a possibility that the files have been damaged.[...]

ꂺ PLAY BUTTON USB INDICATOR RANDOM BUTTON ꀽ SEEK (SKIP ＋ ) BUTTON TITLE BUTTON AUX BUTTON ꂹꂾ BUTTON VOL/SELECT KNOB REPEAT BUTTON ꀾ SEEK (SKIP － ) BUTTON POWER ( ꂻ ) BUTTON On Sport model Playing a USB Flash Memory Device (Models without navigation system) 136 2009 Fit I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : Table Of Contents Ma[...]

To Play a USB Flash Memory Device This audio system can operate the audio files on a USB flash memory device with the same controls used for the in-dash disc player. To play a USB flash memory device, connect it to the USB adapter cable in the upper glove box, then press the AUX button. The ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) po[...]

– Supported standards: MPEG1 Audio Layer3 MPEG2 Audio LSF Layer3 – Partition: Top partition only – Maximum layers: 8 The specifications for compatible WMA files are: – Sampling frequency: 32/44.1/48 kHz – Bit rate: 48 － 320/VBR kbps (Max 384) – Supported standards: WMA version 7/8/9 – Partition: Top partition only – Maximum layers[...]

2. Connect the USB flash memory device to the USB connector correctly and securely. When the USB flash memory device is connected, the USB indicator is shown in the display. Text Data Display Function Each time you press the TITLE button, the display mode shows you in sequence, the folder name, the file name, the artist name, the album name, the so[...]

To Select a File from Folder and File Lists You can also select a folder or file by using the VOL/SELECT knob. Push the VOL/SELECT knob to switch the display to the folder or file list, then turn the VOL/SELECT knob to select a folder or file. Press the VOL/ SELECT knob to set your selection. Pressing the button goes back to the previous display an[...]

SCAN － This feature samples all files in the selected folder in the order they are stored. To activate the scan feature, press the SCAN button. You will see ‘‘ SCAN ’’ in the display. You will get a 10 second sampling of each file in the folder. Press and hold the SCAN button to get out of the scan mode and play the last file sampled. FOL[...]

If you see an error message on the audio display while playing a USB flash memory device, find the solution in the chart to the right. If you cannot clear the error message, take your vehicle to your dealer. Error Message Solution UNPLAYABLE FILE The system cannot read the file(s). Check the files in the USB flash memory device. There is a possibil[...]

SOUND ICON SCAN BUTTON AM/FM BUTTON AUDIO BUTTON AUTO SELECT ICON PRESET BUTTONS BACK GROUND ICON FM1 ICON TUNE BAR AM ICON FM2 ICON POWER/VOLUME KNOB CONTINUED Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models with navigation system) 143 Features 2009 Fit I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : Table Of Contents Main Menu[...]

Voice Control System In addition to the standard audio controls, the audio system in your vehicle can be operated using the voice control system. See the navigation section in your quick start guide for an overview of this system, and the navigation system manual for complete details. To Play the AM/FM Radio The ignition switch must be in the ACCES[...]

SEEK － The SEEK function searches up and down from the current frequency to find a station with a strong signal. To activate it, press and hold the ً or ٕ side of the TUNE bar until you hear a beep, then release it. SCAN － The SCAN function samples all stations with strong signals on the selected band. To activate it, press the SCAN button, t[...]

AUTO SELECT － If you are traveling far from home and can no longer receive your preset stations, you can use the auto select feature to find stations in the local area. Press the AUDIO button to view the audio control icons, then touch the AUTO SEL icon. You will see AUTO SEL flashing in the display, and the system goes into scan mode for several[...]

BASS － Adjusts the bass. TREBLE － Adjusts the treble. To adjust the treble and bass, touch or on each side of the treble or bass adjustment bar. The adjustment bar on the right lower display shows you the current setting. FADER － Adjusts the front-to-back strength of the sound. To adjust the front/rear fader, touch the FR or RR icon. BALANCE [...]

Screen Mode You can select the background screen to display the sound level. There are three screen modes: level (the sound level is shown with the vertical bars), spectrum analysis (the sound level appears as ripples of water), and off. Each time you touch the background icon, the display changes. Audio System Lighting You can use the instrument p[...]

POWER/VOLUME KNOB JOYSTICK REPEAT BUTTON CD ICON RANDOM BUTTON OPEN BUTTON CD/AUX BUTTON AUDIO BUTTON SCAN BUTTON TUNE BAR REWIND BUTTON FAST FORWARD BUTTON SKIP ꭚ BUTTON SKIP ꬽ BUTTON CONTINUED Playing a Disc (Models with navigation system) 149 Features 2009 Fit I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : Table Of Contents Main Menu[...]

To Play a Disc (In-dash single player) You operate the in-dash disc player with the same controls used for the radio. To load or play discs, the ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position. Do not use discs with adhesive labels. The label can curl up and cause the disc to jam in the unit. This audio system can also play CD-Rs a[...]

To Load a Disc The in-dash disc player is behind the navigation screen. To use the disc player, press the OPEN button beside the screen. The screen folds back, and the disc slot appears. Insert a disc about halfway into the disc slot. The drive will pull the disc in the rest of the way and begin to play it. You cannot load and play 3-inch (8- cm) d[...]

Press the AUDIO button beside the screen to show the audio display and operate the in-dash disc player. You can also operate the audio system without using the control icons on the audio screen. Press the CD/AUX button. The status bar appears on the bottom of the screen. On the navigation screen, you can see the audio information whenever you touch[...]

In MP3 or WMA mode FOLDER SELECTION － To select a different folder, press either side of the TUNE bar to move to the beginning of the next folder. Press the ً side of the TUNE bar to skip to the next folder, and the ٕ side to move to the beginning of the current folder. Press it again to skip to the beginning of the previous folder. TRACK REPEA[...]

SCAN (TRACK/FILE SCAN) － The scan function samples all tracks (files in MP3 or WMA) in the order they were recorded. To activate scan, press the SCAN button. You will see ‘‘ TRACK SCAN ’’ in the display. You will get a 10 second sampling of each track/file on the disc. Press the SCAN button to get out of scan mode and play the last track/[...]

When playing a CD recorded with text data, each track name is shown on the audio display. With a disc recorded in MP3 or WMA, the folder number and the location are also displayed. If the disc was not recorded with text data, only the track number is shown. To scroll through the display, touch the ً or ٕ icon on the side of the screen. To go back[...]

Removing a Disc To remove a disc from the audio unit, fold back the screen by pressing the OPEN button (see page 150 ). Press the disc eject button ( ) to remove the disc. If you eject the disc, but do not remove it from the slot, the system will automatically reload it after 10 seconds and put it in pause mode. To begin playing, press the CD/AUX b[...]

If you see an error message in the display while playing a disc, find the cause in the chart to the right. If you cannot clear the error message, take your vehicle to your dealer. The chart on the right explains the error messages you may see in the display while playing a disc. If you see an error message in the display while playing a disc, press[...]

TRACK LIST ICON POWER/VOLUME KNOB PC CARD ICON JOYSTICK OPEN BUTTON PLAY MODE ICON CD/AUX BUTTON AUDIO BUTTON SCAN BUTTON TUNE BAR REPEAT BUTTON RANDOM BUTTON REWIND BUTTON FAST FORWARD BUTTON SKIP ꭚ BUTTON SKIP ꬽ BUTTON Playing a PC card (Models with navigation system) 158 2009 Fit I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : Table Of Contents [...]

To Play a PC card You operate the PC card player with the same controls used for the radio and the in-dash disc player. To load or play a card, the ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position. The PC card player reads and plays cards in MP3 or WMA formats. Depending on the format, the screen will indicate ‘‘ MP3 ’’ or ?[...]

The specifications for compatible WMA files are: – Sampling frequency: 32/44.1/48 kHz – Bit rate: 48/64/80/96/128/160/192 kbps – Compatible with variable bit rate and multi-session – Maximum layers (including ROOT): 8 layers In WMA format, DRM (digital rights management) files cannot be played. If the system finds a DRM file, it skips that [...]

There are three play modes: Folder, Artist, and Album. Touch the PLAY MODE icon, then choose one of the modes by touching its icon. When a mode is selected, it is highlighted in blue. ● Folder mode plays tracks in the order they were added to the card. ● Artist mode plays tracks in alphabetical order, by artist and song title. ● Album mode pl[...]

To select a play mode, push the AUDIO button to show the audio display, then touch the PLAY MODE icon on the display. Select the desired mode by touching the appropriate icon, or move the joystick, then press the ENT. After you select the play mode, the display changes to the selectable playing menu. If you select ‘‘ Continue playing the curren[...]

If you select ‘‘ Play a new track list, ’’ the system goes into the selected play mode immediately and begins to play the new track list. To go back to the previous screen, press the CANCEL button on the right side of the screen. To exit the play mode screens, press the AUDIO button. To Change or Select Track s/Files You can use the preset [...]

SKIP － Each time you press (preset 6), the player skips forward to the beginning of the next file. Press (preset 5), to skip backward to the beginning of the current file. Press it again to skip to the beginning of the previous file. FF/REW － To move rapidly within a file, press and hold (preset 4) or (preset 3). FOLDER SELECTION － To select [...]

The system then selects and plays files randomly. This continues until you deactivate each random play by pressing the RDM button again. SCAN － The SCAN function samples all the files on the PC card in the order they are recorded. To activate the scan feature, press the SCAN button. You will see ‘‘ TRACK SCAN ’’ in the display. You will g[...]

Using a Track List You can also select a file directly from a track list on the audio display. Press the AUDIO button to show the audio display, then touch the Track List icon. The track list menu appears on the display. To scroll through the display, touch the ً or ٕ icon on the side of the screen. To go back to the previous display, touch the R[...]

In album mode, the album name is also displayed on the right side of each selectable icon. Select the desired file. Song Search Function When you select ‘‘ Song Search ’’ from the track list display, the song search menu appears. You can then select any of three modes to search a file: Title by keyword, Artist, and Album. ALBUM NAME RETURN [...]

Searching for a Song Title by keyword In Title by keyword mode, enter the title name, or any keyword, by touching the letter icons on the screen. Press the List icon to begin the song search. If you press the CANCEL button on the control panel, the display returns to the mode menu without doing a search. To cancel the selected letter, touch the Del[...]

Searching for a Song by Album Name Select the Album icon, and the album list appears. Select the desired album, and its song list is displayed. You can then select the desired song from the list. To Stop Playing a PC card To play the radio when a PC card is playing, press the AM/FM button or touch the FM1, FM2, or AM icon. If a disc is in the audio[...]

iPod INDICATOR POWER/VOLUME KNOB USB ICON JOYSTICK CD/AUX BUTTON AUDIO BUTTON SCAN BUTTON REPEAT BUTTON RANDOM BUTTON SKIP ꭚ BUTTON SKIP ꬽ BUTTON Playing an iPod ® (Models with navigation system) 170 2009 Fit I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : Table Of Contents Main Menu[...]

To Play an iPod ꭂ This audio system can operate the audio files on the iPod ꭂ with the same controls used for the in-dash disc player. To play an iPod, connect it to the USB adapter cable in the upper glove box by using your dock connector, then press the CD/AUX button. The ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position. The i[...]

Connecting an iPod 1. Open the upper glove box, and pull out the USB adapter cable. 2. Connect your dock connector to the iPod correctly and securely. 3. Install the dock connector to the USB connector securely. When the iPod is connected and the iPod mode is selected on the audio display, the iPod indicator is shown on the screen. After loading, y[...]

If the audio system still does not recognize the iPod, the iPod may need to be reset. Follow the instructions that came with your iPod, or you can find reset instructions online at www.apple.com/ ipod . The current file number and total of the selected playable files are displayed on the screen. It also shows the artist, album and track (file) name[...]

Using a Track List You can also select a file directly from a track list on the audio display. Press the AUDIO button to show the audio display, then touch the Track List icon. The track list menu appears on the display. To scroll through the display, touch the ً or ٕ icon on the side of the screen. To go back to the previous display, touch the R[...]

ALBUM RANDOM － This feature plays all available albums from the selected items in the iPod menu list (playlists, artists, albums or songs) in random order. The files in each album are played in the recored order. To activate the album random feature, press and hold the RDM button (Preset 2). You will see ‘‘ ALBUM RANDOM ’’ in the display.[...]

If you see an error message on the screen while playing an iPod, find the solution in the chart to the right. If you cannot clear the error message, take your vehicle to your dealer. Error Message Solution UNSUPPORTED Appears when an unsupported iPod is inserted. NO SONG Information of music is nothing. iPod ® Error Messages (Models with navigatio[...]

WMA/MP3 INDICATOR POWER/VOLUME KNOB USB ICON JOYSTICK CD/AUX BUTTON AUDIO BUTTON SCAN BUTTON REPEAT BUTTON RANDOM BUTTON SKIP ꭚ BUTTON SKIP ꬽ BUTTON TUNE FOLDER BAR CONTINUED Playing a USB Flash Memory Device (Models with navigation system) 177 Features 2009 Fit I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : Table Of Contents Main Menu[...]

To Play a USB Flash Memory Device This audio system can operate the audio files on a USB flash memory device with the same controls used for the in-dash disc player. To play a USB flash memory device, connect it to the USB adapter cable in the upper glove box, then press the CD/ AUX button. The ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II[...]

– Bit rate: 32/40/48/56/64/80/96/112/128/ 160/192/224/256/320/VBR kbps (MPEG1) 8/16/24/32/40/48/56/64/80/96/ 112/128/144/160/VBR kbps (MPEG2) – Supported standards: MPEG1 Audio Layer3 MPEG2 Audio LSF Layer3 – Partition: Top partition only – Maximum layers: 8 The specifications for compatible WMA files are: – Sampling frequency: 32/44.1/48[...]

2. Connect the USB flash memory device to the USB connector correctly and securely. When the USB flash memory device is connected and the USB mode is selected on the audio system, the WMA or MP3 indicator is shown on the navigation screen. It also shows the folder and file numbers, and the elapsed time on the screen. To Change or Select Files Use t[...]

To scroll through the display, touch the ً or ٕ icon on the side of the screen. To go back to the previous display, touch the Return icon. To play a file, touch its icon on the screen. The current folder is highlighted in blue. To Select Repeat, Random or Scan Mode: You can select any type of repeat, random and scan modes by using the RPT button [...]

FOLDER SCAN － This feature samples the first file in each folder in the order they are stored. To activate the folder scan feature, press and hold the SCAN button. You will see ‘‘ FOLDER SCAN ’’ in the display. You will also see the folder number blinking. You will get a 10 second sampling of each first file in the folder(s). Press the SC[...]

If you see an error message on the screen while playing a USB flash memory device, find the solution in the chart to the right. If you cannot clear the error message, take your vehicle to your dealer. Error Message Solution UNPLAYABLE FILE The system cannot read the file(s). Check the files in the USB flash memory device. There is a possibility tha[...]

Radio Frequencies The radio can receive the complete AM and FM bands. Those bands cover these frequencies: AM band: 530 to 1,710 kHz FM band: 87.7 to 107.9 MHz Radio stations on the AM band are assigned frequencies at least 10 kHz apart (530, 540, 550). Stations on the FM band are assigned frequencies at least 0.2 MHz apart (87.9, 88.1, 88.3). Stat[...]

Radio signals, especially on the FM band, are deflected by large objects such as buildings and hills. Your radio then receives both the direct signal from the station's transmitter, and the deflected signal. This causes the sound to distort or flutter. This is a main cause of poor radio reception in city driving. Radio reception can be affecte[...]

General Information ● When using CD-R or CD-RW discs, use only high quality discs labeled for audio use. ● When recording a CD-R or CD-RW, the recording must be closed for it to be used by the system. ● Play only standard round discs. Odd-shaped discs may jam in the drive or cause other problems. ● Handle your discs properly to prevent dama[...]

Additional Information of Recommended Discs The in-dash disc player has a sophisticated and delicate mechanism. If you insert a damaged disc as indicated in this section, it may become stuck inside and damage the audio unit. Examples of these discs are shown to the right: 1. Bubbled, wrinkled, labelled, and excessively thick discs 2. Damaged discs [...]

4. Small, irregular shaped discs 5. Discs with scratches, dirty discs ● CD-R or CD-RW may not play due to the recording conditions. ● Scratches and fingerprints on the discs may cause the sound to skip. ● Recommended discs are printed with the following logo. ● Audio unit may not play the following formats. 3-inch (8-cm) CD Triangle Shape C[...]

On vehicles with navigation system Three controls for the audio system are mounted in the steering wheel hub. These let you control basic functions without removing your hand from the wheel. The VOL button adjusts the volume up ( ▲ ) or down ( ▼ ). Press the top or bottom of the button and hold it until the desired volume is reached, then relea[...]

In MP3 or WMA mode, you can use the skip function to select folders. Press and hold the top ( ＋ ) of the CH button until you hear a beep, to skip forward to the first file of the next folder. Press the bottom ( － ) to skip backward to the previous folder. If you are playing a PC card, press the top ( ＋ ) of the CH button to advance to the nex[...]

Your vehicle's audio system will disable itself if it is disconnected from electrical power for any reason. To make it work again, you must enter a specific digit code using the preset buttons. Because there are hundreds of number combinations possible from specific digits, making the system work without knowing the exact code is nearly imposs[...]

On vehicles without navigation system Press and hold the FM/AM (CLOCK) button until the displayed time begins to blink, then release the button. Change the hours by pressing the 1 (H) button until the numbers advance to the desired time. Change the minutes by pressing the 2 (M) button until the numbers advance to the desired time. Press the FM/AM ([...]

On Sport model The security system helps to protect your vehicle and valuables from theft. The horn sounds and a combination of headlights, parking/ side marker lights and taillights flashes if someone attempts to break into your vehicle or remove the audio unit. This alarm continues for 2 minutes, then the system resets. To reset an activated syst[...]

On Sport model and Canad ian LX mod el Cruise control allows you to maintain a set speed above 25 mph (40 km/h) without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal. It should be used for cruising on straight, open highways. It is not recommended for city driving, winding roads, slippery roads, heavy rain, or bad weather. Improper use of the cruise c[...]

Changing the Set Speed 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). ● Push on[...]

Canceling Cruise Control You can cancel cruise control in any of these ways: ● Tap the brake or clutch pedal. ● Press the CANCEL button on the steering wheel. ● Press the CRUISE button on the steering wheel. Tapping either of the paddle shifters shifts the gear up or down, but does not cancel the cruise control. For more information on drivin[...]

Before you begin driving your vehicle, you should know what gasoline to use and how to check the levels of important fluids. You also need to know how to properly store luggage or packages. The information in this section will help you. If you plan to add any accessories to your vehicle, please read the information in this section first. Break-in P[...]

Break-in Period Help assure your vehicle's future reliability and performance by paying extra attention to how you drive during the first 600 miles (1,000 km). During this period: ● Avoid full-throttle starts and rapid acceleration. ● Avoid hard braking for the first 200 miles (300 km). ● Do not change the oil until the scheduled mainten[...]

Refueling 1. Park with the driver's side closest to the service station pump. 2. Outside of the vehicle, push on the right side edge of the fuel fill door in the middle. The fuel fill door will pop up slightly. Pull it outward to open it. 3. Remove the fuel fill cap slowly. You may hear a hissing sound as pressure inside the tank escapes. Plac[...]

Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive. You can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel. ● Stop the engine, and keep heat, sparks, and flame away. ● Handle fuel only outdoors. ● Wipe up spills immediately. 5. Screw the fuel fill cap back on until it clicks at least once. If you do not properly tighten the cap, the malfunction in[...]

3. Holding the grip, pull the support rod out of its clip. Insert the end into the designated hole in the hood. To close the hood, lift it up slightly to remove the support rod from the hole. Put the support rod back into its holding clip. Lower the hood to about a foot (30 cm) above the fender, then let it drop. Make sure it is securely latched. O[...]

Engine Coolant Check Look at the coolant level in the radiator reserve tank. Make sure it is between the MAX and MIN lines. If it is below the MIN line, see Adding Engine Coolant on page 256 for information on adding the proper coolant. Refer to Owner's Maintenance Checks on page 250 for information about checking other items on your vehicle. [...]

Actual Mileage and EPA Fuel Economy Estimates Comparison. Fuel economy is not a fixed number. It varies based on driving conditions, driving habits and vehicle condition. Therefore, it is not possible for one set of estimates to predict fuel economy precisely for all drivers in all environments. The EPA fuel economy estimates shown in the example t[...]

Fuel Economy Factors The following factors can lower your vehicle's fuel economy: ● Aggressive driving (hard acceleration and braking) ● Excessive idling, accelerating and braking in stop-and-go traffic ● Cold engine operation (engines are more efficient when warmed up) ● Driving with a heavy load or the air conditioner running ● Imp[...]

● Avoid excessive idling － Idling results in 0 miles per gallon. ● Minimize the use of the air conditioning system － The A/C puts an extra load on the engine which makes it use more fuel. Use the fresh-air ventilation when possible. ● Plan and combine trips － Combine several short trips into one. A warmed-up engine is more fuel efficien[...]

Modifying your vehicle, or installing some non-Honda accessories, can make it unsafe. Before you make any modifications or add any accessories, be sure to read the following information. Accessories Your dealer has Honda accessories that allow you to personalize your vehicle. These accessories have been designed and approved for your vehicle, and a[...]

Modifying Your Vehicle Removing parts from your vehicle, or replacing components with non- Honda components could seriously affect your vehicle's handling, stability, and reliability. Here are some examples: ● Lowering your vehicle with a non- Honda suspension kit that significantly reduces ground clearance can allow the undercarriage to hit[...]

Your vehicle has several convenient storage areas: ● Upper glove box ● Lower glove box ● Front door pockets ● Seat-back pocket (if equipped) ● Center pocket ● Cargo area side pocket ● Cargo area, including the rear seats when folded up or down. ● Seat under box ● Cargo floor box (all canadian models with automatic transmission) Ho[...]

Load Limits (Payload) The maximum load for your vehicle is 850 lbs (385 kg). See Tire And Loading Information label attached to the driver's doorjamb. Label Example This figure includes the total weight of all occupants, cargo, and accessories, and the tongue load if you are towing a trailer. Overloading or improper loading can affect handling[...]

(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 amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs. (1,400 － 750 (5 ꭦ 150) ＝ 650 lbs.) (5) Determine the combined wei[...]

Carrying Cargo in the Passenger Compartment ● Store or secure all items that could be thrown around and hurt someone during a crash. ● Be sure items placed on the floor behind the front seats cannot roll under the seats and interfere with the driver's ability to operate the pedals, the proper operation of the seats, or proper operation of [...]

Cargo Hooks The two or four hooks on the floor can be used to install a net for securing items. Your vehicle also has cargo hooks on side panel in the cargo area. They are designed to hold light items. Heavy objects may damage the hook. Make sure any items put on each hook weigh less than 2.2 lbs (1 kg). HOOK ꭧ : If equipped HOOK ꭧ Carrying Car[...]

This section gives you tips on starting the engine under various conditions, and how to operate the manual and automatic transmissions. It also includes important information on parking your vehicle, the braking system, the vehicle stability assist (VSA ® ), and the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS). Driving Guidelines ...................... [...]

On Sport model Your vehicle is designed to give you optimum handling and performance on well-maintained roads. As part of this design, your vehicle has a minimum of ground clearance. ● Use caution if you ever drive your vehicle on very rough or rutted roads. You could damage the suspension and underbody by bottoming out. Going too fast over parki[...]

You should do the following checks and adjustments before you drive your vehicle. 1. Make sure all windows, mirrors, and outside lights are clean and unobstructed. Remove frost, snow, or ice. 2. Check that the hood is fully closed. 3. Visually check the tires. If a tire looks low, use a gauge to check its pressure (see page 273 ). 4. Check that any[...]

1. Apply the parking brake. 2. In cold weather, turn off all electrical accessories to reduce the drain on the battery. 3. Manual transmission: Press the clutch pedal down all the way. The START (III) position does not function unless the clutch pedal is pressed. Automatic transmission: Make sure the shift lever is in Park. Press on the brake pedal[...]

The manual transmission is synchronized in all forward gears for smooth operation. It has a lockout so you cannot shift directly from fifth to reverse. When shifting up or down, make sure you push the clutch pedal down all the way, shift to the next gear, and let the pedal up gradually. When you are not shifting, do not rest your foot on the clutch[...]

Recommended Shift Points Drive in the highest gear that lets the engine run and accelerate smoothly. This will give you good fuel economy and effective emissions control. The following shift points are recommended: Shift up Normal acceleration 1st to 2nd 2nd to 3rd 3rd to 4th 4th to 5th 15 mph (24 km/h) 27 mph (43 km/h) 39 mph (62 km/h) 53 mph (85 [...]

Shift Lever Position Indicators These indicators on the instrument panel show which position the shift lever is in. The ‘‘ D ’’ indicator comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. If it flashes while driving (in any shift position), it indicates a possible problem in the transmission. If the malfu[...]

All models except U.S. Spor t To shift from: Do this: Pt oR Press the brake pedal, and press the shift lever release button. Rt oP Nt oR D 3 to 2 2t o1 Press the shift lever release button. 1t o2 2t oD 3 D 3 to D Dt oN Dt oD 3 Nt oD Rt oN Move the shift lever. U.S. Sport model To shift from: Do this: Pt oR Press the brake pedal, and press the shift[...]

Reverse (R) － Press the brake pedal and press the release button on the front of the shift lever to shift from Park to reverse. To shift from reverse to neutral, come to a complete stop, and then shift. Press the release button before shifting into reverse from neutral. Neutral (N) － Use neutral if you need to restart a stalled engine, or if it[...]

All models except U.S. Spor t First (1) － To shift from second to first, press the release button on the front of the shift lever. This position locks the transmission in first gear. By upshifting and downshifting through 1, 2, D 3 , and D, you can operate the transmission much like a manual transmission without a clutch pedal. U.S. Sport model S[...]

Shift Lock Release This allows you to move the shift lever out of Park if the normal method of pushing on the brake pedal and pressing the release button does not work. 1. Set the parking brake. 2. Remove the key from the ignition switch. 3. Put a cloth on the notch of the shift lock release slot cover. Using a small flat-tipped screwdriver or a me[...]

Using the Paddle Shifters in D position (D-Paddle Shift Mode) U.S. models only When you are driving in D position, you can shift the transmission up or down manually with the paddle shifters. To shift up or down, use the ＋ (right) or － (left) paddle shifter on each side of the steering wheel. Each time you pull the ＋ (right) paddle, the trans[...]

Downshifting with the paddle shifter allows you to increase the engine braking when going down steep or long hills, and provides more power when climbing uphills. You can upshift the transmission manually to reduce the rpm. Driving in the higher gear helps fuel economy. The transmission control system monitors the accelerator pedal use and your dri[...]

When you pull and hold the ＋ (right) paddle shifter, the transmission automatically returns to drive mode (D). If there is a problem in the transmission while you are driving with the paddle shifters, the D indicator flashes, the D-paddle shift mode is canceled, and the transmission returns to drive mode (D). Using the Paddle Shift in S position [...]

When you accelerate from a stop, the transmission starts in first gear, and you must manually upshift between first and fifth gears. Make sure you upshift before the engine speed reaches the tachometer's red zone. The transmission remains in the selected gear (5, 4, 3, 2, or 1). There is no automatic downshift when you push the accelerator ped[...]

Here are the speed ranges for upshifting and downshifting. To shift from Speed range 1 → 2 over 0 mph (0 km/h) 2 → 3 over 6 mph (10 km/h) 3 → 4 over 21 mph (34 km/h) 4 → 5 over 27 mph (44 km/h) To shift from Speed range 2 → 1 under 26 mph (42 km/h) 3 → 2 under 51 mph (82 km/h) 4 → 3 under 79 mph (127 km/h) Starting in Second Gear When[...]

Always use the parking brake when you park your vehicle. Make sure the parking brake is set firmly, or your vehicle may roll if it is parked on an incline. If your vehicle has an automatic transmission, set the parking brake before you put the transmission in Park. This keeps the vehicle from moving and putting pressure on the parking mechanism in [...]

Your vehicle is equipped with front disc brakes. The brakes on the rear wheels are drum. A power assist helps reduce the effort needed on the brake pedal. The anti-lock brake system (ABS) helps you retain steering control when braking very hard. Resting your foot on the pedal keeps the brakes applied lightly, builds up heat, and reduces their effec[...]

The anti-lock brake system (ABS) helps prevent the wheels from locking up, and helps you retain steering control by pumping the brakes rapidly, much faster than a person can do it. The electronic brake distribution (EBD) system, which is part of the ABS, also balances the front-to-rear braking distribution according to vehicle loading. You should n[...]

If the ABS indicator and the brake system indicator come on together, and the parking brake is fully released, the EBD system may also be shut down. Test your brakes as instructed on page 305 . If the brakes feel normal, drive slowly and have your vehicle repaired by your dealer as soon as possible. Avoid sudden hard braking which could cause the r[...]

If equipped The vehicle stability assist (VSA) system helps to stabilize the vehicle during cornering if the vehicle turns more or less than desired. It also assists you in maintaining traction while accelerating on loose or slippery road surfaces. It does this by regulating the engine's output and by selectively applying the brakes. When VSA [...]

VSA Off Switch This switch is under the driver's side beverage holder. To turn the VSA system on and off, press and hold it until you hear a beep. When VSA is off, the VSA off indicator comes on as a reminder. Press and hold the switch again. It turns the system back on. VSA is turned on every time you start the engine, even if you turned it o[...]

U.S. models only Your vehicle is equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) that turns on every time you start the engine and monitors the pressure in your tires while driving. Each tire has its own pressure sensor (not including the spare tire). If the air pressure of a tire becomes significantly low, the sensor in that tire immediatel[...]

For example, if you check and fill your tires in a warm area, then drive in extremely cold weather, the tire pressure will be lower than measured and could be underinflated and cause the low tire pressure indicator to come on. Or, if you check and adjust your tire pressure in cooler conditions, and drive into extremely hot conditions, the tire may [...]

Changing a Tire with TPMS If you have a flat tire, the low tire pressure indicator will come on. Replace the flat tire with the compact spare tire (see page 284 ). Each wheel (except the compact spare tire wheel) is equipped with a tire pressure sensor mounted inside the tire behind the valve stem. You must use TPMS specific wheels. It is recommend[...]

Towing a Trailer Your vehicle is not designed to tow a trailer. Attempting to do so can void your warranties. Towing Your Vehicle Behind a Motorhome Your vehicle can be towed behind a motorhome at legal highway speeds up to 65 mph (100 km/h). Do not exceed 65 mph (100 km/h). Otherwise, severe transmission damage will occur. When purchasing a tow ba[...]

5. Release the parking brake. Manual transmission: 1. Move the shifter into the Neutral position. 2. Release the parking brake. Leave the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY (I) position so the steering wheel does not lock. Make sure the radio and any items plugged into the accessory power sockets are turned off so you do not run down the battery. Whe[...]

Only remove the fuses after you have performed the transmission shifting procedure, and the key is in the ACCESSORY (I) position. Store the fuses in an obvious location (center pocket, etc) as a reminder to re- install the fuses before driving the vehicle. On vehicles without navigation system If the radio fuse is removed, the audio system will dis[...]

Automatic transmission If you tow a Fit behind a motorhome, the transmission fluid must be changed every 2 years or 30,000 miles (48,000 km), whichever comes first. Towing Your Vehicle Behind a Motorhome 241 Driving 2009 Fit I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : Table Of Contents Main Menu[...]

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This section explains why it is important to keep your vehicle well maintained and how to follow basic maintenance safety precautions. This section also includes instructions on how to read the maintenance minder messages on the information display, and instructions for simple maintenance tasks you may want to take care of yourself. If you have the[...]

All service items not detailed in this section should be performed by a certified technician or other qualified mechanic. Important Safety Precautions To eliminate potential hazards, read the instructions before you begin, and make sure you have the tools and skills required. ● Make sure your vehicle is parked on level ground, the parking brake i[...]

Your vehicle displays engine oil life and maintenance service items on the information display to show you when you should have your dealer perform engine oil replacement and indicated maintenance service. Based on the engine operating conditions and accumulated engine revolutions, the onboard computer in your vehicle calculates the remaining engin[...]

If the remaining engine oil life is 15 to 6 percent, you will see the engine oil life indicator every time you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. The maintenance minder indicator will also come on, and the maintenance item code(s) for other scheduled maintenance items needing service will be displayed above the ‘‘ OIL LIFE ’’[...]

The maintenance item code or codes indicate the main and sub items required at the time of the oil change (see page 248 ). You can switch the information display from the engine oil life display to the odometer or the trip meter. Press and release the select/ reset knob on the instrument panel. When the engine oil life is 15 to 1 percent, the maint[...]

To change the information display from the engine oil life display to the odometer, the trip meter or average fuel mileage, press and release the select/reset knob. When the engine oil life is 0 percent or negative mileage, the maintenance minder indicator ( ) remains on even if you change the information display. Immediately have the service perfo[...]

3. Press the select/reset knob for about 10 seconds. The engine oil life and the maintenance item code(s) will blink. 4. Press the select/reset knob for another 5 seconds. The maintenance item code(s) will disappear, and the engine oil life will reset to ‘‘ 100. ’’ Important Maintenance Precautions If you have the required service done but [...]

However, service at a dealer is not mandatory to keep your warranties in effect. Maintenance may be done by any qualified service facility or person who is skilled in this type of automotive service. Make sure to have the service facility or person reset the display as previously described. Keep all receipts as proof of completion, and have the per[...]

Symbol Maintenance Main Items A ● Replace engine oil ꭧ 1 B ● Replace engine oil and oil filter ● Inspect front and rear brakes ● Check parking brake adjustment ● Inspect these items: ● Tie rod ends, steering gear box, and boots ● Suspension components ● Driveshaft boots ● Brake hoses and lines (including ABS) ● All fluid level[...]

CLUTCH FLUID (Manual Transmission only) (Gray cap) RADIATOR CAP ENGINE OIL FILL CAP AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK (Yellow loop) WASHER FLUID (Blue cap) ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK (Orange loop) ENGINE COOLANT RESERVOIR BRAKE FLUID (Black cap) Fluid Locations 252 2009 Fit I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : Table Of Contents Main Menu[...]

Unscrew and remove the engine oil fill cap on the valve cover. Pour in the oil slowly and carefully so you do not spill any. Clean up any spills immediately. Spilled oil could damage components in the engine compartment. Reinstall the engine oil fill cap, and tighten it securely. Wait a few minutes, and recheck the oil level on the engine oil dipst[...]

Synthetic Oil You may use a synthetic motor oil if it meets the same requirements given for a conventional motor oil, it displays the API Certification Seal, and it is the proper weight. You must follow the oil and filter change intervals shown on the information display. Engine Oil Additives Your vehicle does not require any oil additives. Additiv[...]

3. Remove the oil filter, and let the remaining oil drain. A special wrench (available from your dealer) is required. Make sure the oil filter gasket is not stuck to the engine block. If it is, remove it before installing a new oil filter. 4. Install a new oil filter according to the instructions that come with it. Make sure to clean off any dirt a[...]

Adding Engine Coolant If the coolant level in the reserve tank is at or below the MIN line, add coolant to bring it up to the MAX line. Inspect the cooling system for leaks. Always use Honda Long-life Anti- freeze/Coolant Type 2. This coolant is pre-mixed with 50 percent antifreeze and 50 percent water. Never add straight antifreeze or plain water.[...]

1. Make sure the engine and radiator are cool. 2. Relieve any pressure in the cooling system by turning the radiator cap counterclockwise, without pressing down. 3. Remove the radiator cap by pushing down and turning counterclockwise. 4. The coolant level should be up to the base of the filler neck. Add coolant if it is low. Pour the coolant slowly[...]

Check the fluid level in the windshield washer reservoir at least monthly during normal use. This reservoir supplies the windshield and rear window washers. On U.S. mo dels: To check the windshield washer fluid level, open the hood and look the windshield washer reservoir located behind the right headlight. You will see a ‘‘ 1/2 ’’ mark on [...]

Automatic Transmission Fluid Check the fluid level with the engine at normal operating temperature. 1. Park the vehicle on level ground. Start the engine, let it run until the radiator fan comes on, then shut off the engine. For accurate results, wait about 60 seconds (but no longer than 90 seconds) before doing step 2. 2. Remove the dipstick (yell[...]

Use only Honda Genuine ATF-Z1 (Automatic Transmission Fluid). Do not mix with other transmission fluids. Using transmission fluid other than Honda Genuine ATF-Z1 may cause deterioration in transmission operation and durability, and could result in damage to the transmission. Damage resulting from the use of transmission fluid other than Honda Genui[...]

Check the brake fluid level in the reservoirs monthly. There are up to two reservoirs, depending on the model. They are: ● Brake fluid reservoir (all models) ● Clutch fluid reservoir (manual transmission models only) Replace the brake fluid according to the time recommendation in the maintenance minder schedule. Always use Honda Heavy Duty Brak[...]

Clutch Fluid Manual Transmission only The fluid level should be between the MIN and MAX marks on the side of the reservoir. If it is not, add brake fluid to bring it up to that level. Use the same fluid specified for the brake system. A low fluid level can indicate a leak in the clutch system. Have this system inspected as soon as possible. Headlig[...]

4. Unclip the end of the hold-down wire from its slot. Pivot the wire out of the way, then remove the bulb. 5. Install the new bulb into the hole, making sure the tabs are in their slots. Pivot the hold-down wire back in place, and clip the end into the slot. 6. Make sure that the hold-down wire is installed properly and securely. You can check its[...]

5. Turn on the lights to make sure the new bulb is working. Replacing a Front Turn Signal Light Bulb 1. Open the hood. 2. Remove the socket by turning it one-quarter turn counterclockwise. 3. Remove the bulb from the socket by pushing the bulb in and turning it counterclockwise until it unlocks. 4. Install the new bulb in the socket. Turn it clockw[...]

Replacing a Fog Light Bulb On Sport model The fog lights use halogen bulbs. When replacing a bulb, handle it carefully. See page 262 for more information. 1. Use a Phillips-head screwdriver to remove the screw. 2. To remove the fog light assembly, pull it out of the bumper. 3. Remove the electrical connector from the bulb by squeezing the connector[...]

Replacing Rear Bulbs 1. Open the tailgate. Place a cloth on the edge of the light assembly cover. Remove the cover by carefully prying in the notch on its middle edge with a flat-tip screwdriver. 2. Determine which of the three bulbs is burned out: stop/taillight, back-up light, or turn signal light. 3. Remove the socket by turning it one-quarter t[...]

Cleaning the Seat Belts If your seat belts get dirty, use a soft brush with a mixture of mild soap and warm water to clean them. Do not use bleach, dye, or cleaning solvents. Let the belts air-dry before you use the vehicle. Dirt build-up in the loops of the seat belt anchors can cause the belts to retract slowly. Wipe the insides of the loops with[...]

If you remove the driver's floor mat, make sure to re-anchor it when you put it back in your vehicle. If you use a non-Honda floor mats, make sure they fit properly and that they can be anchored securely. Do not put additional floor mats on top of the anchored mat. Audio Antenna Your vehicle is equipped with an antenna at the rear of the roof.[...]

Check the condition of the wiper blades at least every six months. Replace them if you find signs of cracking in the rubber, areas that are getting hard, or if they leave streaks and unwiped areas when used. To replace a front wiper blade: 1. Raise the wiper arm off the windshield. Raise the driver's side first, then the passenger's side.[...]

● Pivot the blade assembly toward the wiper arm until it releases from the wiper arm. When replacing a wiper blade, make sure not to drop the wiper blade or wiper arm down on the windshield. 3. Remove the blade from its holder by grabbing the tabbed end of the blade. Pull firmly until the tabs come out of the holder. 4. Examine the new wiper blad[...]

5. Place the top of the wiper blade on the end of the blade assembly, and slide the blade onto the assembly. Make sure the blade is completely installed. 6. Slide the wiper blade assembly onto the wiper arm. Push down the lock tab. Make sure the wiper blade assembly locks in place. 7. Lower the wiper arm down against the windshield, the passenger&a[...]

3. Slide the blade out of the holder. 4. Examine the new wiper blades. If they have no plastic or metal reinforcement along the back edge, remove the metal reinforcement strips from the old wiper blade, and install them in the slots along the edge of the new blade. 5. Slide the new blade into the holder. Make sure it is engaged in the slot along it[...]

To safely operate your vehicle, your tires must be the proper type and size, in good condition with adequate tread, and correctly inflated. The following pages give more detailed information on how to take care of your tires and what to do when they need to be replaced. Using tires that are excessively worn or improperly inflated can cause a crash [...]

If you check air pressures when the tires are hot [driven for several miles (kilometers)], you will see readings 4 to 6 psi (30 to 40 kPa, 0.3 to 0.4 kgf/cm 2 ) higher than the cold readings. This is normal. Do not let air out to match the recommended cold air pressure. The tire will be underinflated. You should get your own tire pressure gauge and[...]

Tire Inspection Every time you check inflation, you should also examine the tires for damage, foreign objects, and wear. You should look for: ● Bumps or bulges in the tread or side of the tire. Replace the tire if you find either of these conditions. ● Cuts, splits, or cracks in the side of the tire. Replace the tire if you can see fabric or co[...]

Tire Maintenance In addition to proper inflation, correct wheel alignment helps to decrease tire wear. If you find a tire is worn unevenly, have your dealer check the wheel alignment. Have your dealer check the tires if you feel a consistent vibration while driving. A tire should always be rebalanced if it is removed from the wheel. When you have n[...]

It is best to replace all four tires at the same time. If that is not possible or necessary, replace the two front tires or two rear tires as a pair. Replacing just one tire can seriously affect your vehicle's handling. If you ever replace a wheel, make sure that the wheel's specifications match those of the original wheels. Also be sure [...]

Winter Driving Tires marked ‘‘ M ＋ S ’’ or ‘‘ All Season ’’ on the sidewall have an all- weather tread design suitable for most winter driving conditions. For the best performance in snowy or icy conditions, you should install snow tires or tire chains. They may be required by local laws under certain conditions. Snow Tires If you[...]

Wheels Clean the wheels as you would the rest of the exterior. Wash them with the same solution, and rinse them thoroughly. If equipped Aluminum alloy wheels have a protective clear-coat that keeps the aluminum from corroding and tarnishing. Cleaning the wheels with harsh chemicals (including some commercial wheel cleaners) or a stiff brush can dam[...]

WARNING: Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Wash your hands after handling. If you need to connect the battery to a charger, disconnect both cables to prevent damaging your vehicle's electrical system. Always disconnect the negative ( － ) cable first, and reconnect it last. On vehicles without [...]

If you need to park your vehicle for an extended period (more than 1 month), there are several things you should do to prepare it for storage. Proper preparation helps prevent deterioration and makes it easier to get your vehicle back on the road. If possible, store your vehicle indoors. ● Fill the fuel tank. ● Wash and dry the exterior complet[...]

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This section covers the more common problems that motorists experience with their vehicles. It gives you information about how to safely evaluate the problem and what to do to correct it. If the problem has stranded you on the side of the road, you may be able to get going again. If not, you will also find instructions on getting your vehicle towed[...]

Except all Canadian models with automatic transmission Use the compact spare tire as a temporary replacement only. Get your regular tire repaired or replaced, and put it back on your vehicle as soon as you can. Check the inflation pressure of the compact spare tire every time you check the other tires. It should be inflated to: 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2[...]

Except all Canadian models with automatic transmission If you have a flat tire while driving, stop in a safe place to change it. Drive slowly along the shoulder until you get to an exit or an area to stop that is far away from the traffic lanes. The vehicle can easily roll off the jack, seriously injuring anyone underneath. Follow the directions fo[...]

6. Take the jack out of the cargo area. Turn the jack's end bracket counterclockwise to loosen it, then remove the jack by lifting it straight up. 7. Unscrew the wing bolt and take the spare tire out of its well. 8. On all models except Sport and Canadian LX model with manual transmission, remove the wheel cover by carefully prying under its e[...]

10. Place the jack under the jacking point nearest the tire you need to change. It is pointed to by a △ mark molded into the underside of the body (Sport model). Turn the end bracket clockwise until the top of the jack contacts the jacking point. Make sure the jacking point tab is resting in the jack notch. 11. Use the extension and the wheel nut[...]

14. Put on the spare tire. Put the wheel nuts back on finger-tight, then tighten them in a crisscross pattern with the wheel nut wrench until the wheel is firmly against the hub. Do not try to tighten the wheel nuts fully. 15. Lower the vehicle to the ground, and remove the jack. 16. Tighten the wheel nuts securely in the same crisscross pattern. H[...]

21. Place the flat tire face down in the spare tire well. 22. Secure the flat tire by screwing the wing bolt back into its hole. 23. Store the jack. Place the tool kit in the center of the flat tire. Loose items can fly around the interior in a crash and could seriously injure the occupants. Store the wheel, jack, and tools securely before driving.[...]

Installing a wheel cover All models except Sport and Canad ian LX model with manual transmis sion 1. Make sure the wire support ring is hooked into the clips around the edge of the wheel cover. 2. Align the valve mark on the wheel cover to the tire valve on the wheel, then install the wheel cover. 3. Make sure the wire support ring is on the outer [...]

How to Use the Tire Repair Kit All Canadian models with autom atic transmission To reduce weight, your vehicle is equipped with a tire repair kit instead of a spare tire. This kit will allow you to temporarily repair a flat tire under the following conditions: ● Only one tire is flat. ● The puncture is smaller than 3/ 16ths of an inch (4 mm). ?[...]

2. Lift the rear center head restraint. 3. Open the tailgate. Raise the cargo area floor lid by lifting it up with the back of the strap. To keep the floor lid open, hook the looped side of the strap to the legs of the rear center head restraint. Your tire repair kit contains: ● An air pump with a power cord and an air hose attached. ● A bottle[...]

If the date has not expired, shake the bottle thoroughly and proceed to step 5. 5. Screw the sealant filler hose onto the tire valve. Make sure the bottle remains upright to ensure all of the sealant flows into the tire. 6. Unscrew the bottle cap from the bottle adapter. 7. Remove the air pump from the repair kit, then screw the air pump hose onto [...]

In freezing temperatures, turn the engine on and leave it running while the flat tire is being serviced. Prolonged exposure to the cold may cause the vehicle's battery to weaken. Under cold conditions, safely start the vehicle's engine and keep the engine running at idle when operating the air pump. Running the engine with the vehicle in [...]

14. Push the deflate button on the air pump until the air pressure gauge shows 0 psi. 15. Remove the wheel label from the repair kit, wipe any dirt off the wheel with a clean cloth, and attach the label to the center of the wheel. The label may adhere poorly when cold. Clean the surface and securely attach the label. 16. Remove the front pillar lab[...]

19. Drive carefully within the speed of 50 mph (80 km/h) for 5 minutes. 20. Stop safely and check the pressure in the tire. Remove the tire valve cap, screw the air pump hose onto the tire valve, and check the air gauge. (You do not need to attach the power cord or turn the air pump switch on.) If pressure is less than 19 psi (130 kPa), do not driv[...]

If the pressure is lower than 32 psi (220 kPa) and higher than 19 psi (130 kPa), use the air pump to bring air to the desired level as described in step 11. Then drive to the nearest service station at no more than 50 mph (80 km/h). If the pressure is below 19 psi, do not continue. Have the vehicle towed (see page 311 ). In any case, be sure to hav[...]

● Turn the ignition switch to the START (III) position. If the headlights do not dim, check the condition of the fuses. If the fuses are OK, there is probably something wrong with the electrical circuit for the ignition switch or starter motor. You will need a qualified technician to determine the problem. See Emergency Towing on page 311 . If th[...]

Although this seems like a simple procedure, you should take several precautions. A battery can explode if you do not follow the correct procedure, seriously injuring anyone nearby. Keep all sparks, open flames, and smoking materials away from the battery. You cannot start your vehicle with an automatic transmission by pushing or pulling it. To Jum[...]

3. Remove the cover from the under- hood fuse box (see page 306 ). Connect one jumper cable to the positive ( ＋ ) terminal on your battery. Connect the other end to the positive ( ＋ ) terminal on the booster battery. 4. Connect the second jumper cable to the negative ( － ) terminal on the booster battery. Connect the other end to the ground s[...]

The high temperature indicator should be off under most conditions. If the engine coolant temperature gets higher than normal, the indicator will blink. If it stays on, you should determine the reason (hot day, driving up a steep hill, etc.). If the vehicle overheats, you should take immediate action. The only indication may be the high temperature[...]

5. 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, it must be repaired before you continue driving (see Emergency Towing on page 311 ). 6. If you don't find an obvious leak, check the coolant level in the radiator reserve tank. Add coolant if the level is[...]

Low Oil Pressure Indicator This indicator should never come on when the engine is running. If it starts flashing or stays on, the oil pressure has dropped very low or lost pressure. Serious engine damage is possible, and you should take immediate action. Running the engine with low oil pressure can cause serious mechanical damage almost immediately[...]

If this indicator comes on while driving, it means one of the engine's emissions control systems may have a problem. Even though you may feel no difference in your vehicle's performance, it can reduce your fuel economy and cause increased emissions. Continued operation may cause serious damage. If you have recently refueled your vehicle, [...]

U.S. Canada Brake System Indicator (Red) The brake system indicator (red) normally comes on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, and as a reminder to check the parking brake. It will stay on if you do not fully release the parking brake. If the brake system indicator (red) comes on while driving, the brake fluid level is proba[...]

The vehicle's fuses are contained in two fuse boxes. The interior fuse box is behind the fuse lid. To access it, pull the fuse lid toward you. The under-hood fuse box is on the positive terminal of the battery. INTERIOR FUSE LID FUSE LABEL INTERIOR UNDER-HOOD (On Battery) Fuses 306 2009 Fit I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : Table Of [...]

Checking and Replacing Fuses If something electrical in your vehicle stops working, check for a blown fuse first. Determine from the chart on pages 309 and 310 , or the diagram on the fuse label, which fuse or fuses control that device. Check those fuses first, but check all the fuses before deciding that a blown fuse is the cause. Replace any blow[...]

5. Look for a blown wire inside the fuse. If it is blown, replace it with one of the spare fuses of the same rating or lower. If you cannot drive the vehicle without fixing the problem, and you do not have a spare fuse, take a fuse of the same rating or a lower rating from one of the other circuits. Make sure you can do without that circuit tempora[...]

INTERIOR FUSE BOX No. Amps. Circuits Protected 1 10 A Back Up 2 (7.5 A) TPMS ꭧ 3 20 A Driver's Power Window 4 － Not Used 5 10 A Back Up Light 6 10 A SRS 7 (10 A) Transmission SOL ꭧ 8 7.5 A SRS 9 (20 A) Fog Light ꭧ 10 7.5 A A/C ꭧ 11 7.5 A ABS/VSA ꭧ 12 10 A ACG 13 20 A ACC Socket 14 7.5 A Key Lock/Radio 15 7.5 A Daytime Running Light[...]

No. Amps. Circuits Protected 51 10 A Right Headlight High Beam 52 15 A DBW 53 － Not Used 54 20 A Rear Defogger ꭧ 55 10 A Heated Mirror ꭧ 56 30 A Front Wiper 57 30 A Blower Motor 58 30 A ABS/VSA ꭧ Motor 59 20 A Rear Defogger 30 A 60 50 A/ 40 A IG Main/Option Main 61 30 A Radio 62 － Not Used ꭧ : If equipped UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX Under-hood [...]

If your vehicle needs to be towed, call a professional towing service or organization. Never tow your vehicle with just a rope or chain. It is very dangerous. There are two ways to tow your vehicle: Flat-bed Equipment － The operator loads your vehicle on the back of a truck. This is the best way to transport your vehicle. Wheel-lift Equipment －[...]

Trying to lift or tow your vehicle by the bumpers will cause serious damage. The bumpers are not designed to support the vehicle's weight. The steering system can be damaged if the steering wheel is locked. Leave the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY (I) position, and make sure the steering wheel turns freely before you begin towing. If Your Ve[...]

3. Screw the towing hook into the bolt hole behind the bumper, then tighten the hook securely with the extension. To avoid damage to your vehicle, use the towing hook for straight, flat ground towing only. Do not tow at an angle. The tow hook should not be used to tow the vehicle onto a flat bed. Do not use it as a tie down. If Your Vehicle Gets St[...]

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The diagrams in this section give you the dimensions and capacities of your vehicle and the locations of the identification numbers. It also includes information you should know about your vehicle's tires and emissions control systems. Identification Numbers ............... 316 Specifications .............................. 318 DOT Tire Quality[...]

Your vehicle has several identifying numbers in various places. The vehicle identification number (VIN) is the 17-digit number your dealer uses to register your vehicle for warranty purposes. It is also necessary for licensing and insuring your vehicle. The easiest place to find the VIN is on a plate fastened to the top of the dashboard. You can se[...]

The engine number is stamped into the front of the engine block. The transmission number is on a label on top of the transmission. ENGINE NUMBER TRANSMISSION NUMBER Identification Numbers 317 Technical Information 2009 Fit I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : Table Of Contents Main Menu[...]

Dimensions Length 161.6 in (4,105 mm) Width 66.7 in (1,695 mm) Height 60.0 in (1,525 mm) Wheelbase 98.4 in (2,500 mm) Track Front 58.7 in (1,492 mm) ꭧ 1 58.1 in (1,476 mm) ꭧ 2 Rear 58.1 in (1,475mm) ꭧ 1 57.4 in (1,459 mm) ꭧ 2 ꭧ 1: All models except Sport ꭧ 2: Sport model Weights Gross vehicle weight rating See the certification label at[...]

Capacities Fuel tank Approx. 10.6 US gal (40 L) Engine oil Change ꭧ 1 Including filter 3.8 US qt (3.6 L) Without filter 3.6 US qt (3.4 L) Total 4.4 US qt (4.2 L) Engine coolant Automatic transmission Change ꭧ 2 1.19 US gal (4.5 L) Total 1.32 US gal (5.0 L) Manual transmissi on Change ꭧ 2 1.16 US gal (4.4 L) Total 1.29 US gal (4.9 L) Automatic[...]

Battery Capacity 12 V － 32 AH/5 HR 12 V － 34 AH/5 HR 12 V － 40 AH/20 HR Fuses Interior See page 309 or the fuse label attached to the dashboard. Under-hood See page 310 or the fuse box cover. Alignment Toe-in Front 0.0 in (0 mm) Rear 0.10 in (2.5 mm) Camber Front 0° Rear － 1° Caster Front 3°20' Tires Size Front/Rear 175/65R15 84S ?[...]

The tires on your vehicle meet all U.S. Federal Safety Requirements. All tires are also graded for treadwear, traction, and temperature performance according to Department of Transportation (DOT) standards. The following explains these gradings. Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between t[...]

Temperature The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire's resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, a[...]

The tires that came on your vehicle have a number of markings. Those you should be aware of are described below. Tire Size Whenever tires are replaced, they should be replaced with tires of the same size. Below is an example of tire size with an explanation of what each component means. 185/55R16 83H 185 － Tire width in millimeters. 55 － Aspect[...]

Maximum Tire Pressure Max Press － The maximum air pressure the tire can hold. Maximum Tire Load Max Load － The maximum load the tire can carry at maximum air pressure. Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) － Required Federal Explanation U.S. models only Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold and inf[...]

Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly. The TPMS malfunction indicator is provided by a separate telltale, which displays the symbol ‘‘ TPMS ’’ when illuminated. When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the system may not be able to detect or signal l[...]

The burning of gasoline in your vehicle's engine produces several byproducts. Some of these are carbon monoxide (CO), oxides of nitrogen (NOx), and hydrocarbons (HC). Gasoline evaporating from the tank also produces hydrocarbons. Controlling the production of NOx, CO, and HC is important to the environment. Under certain conditions of sunlight[...]

Exhaust Emissions Controls The exhaust emissions controls include four systems: PGM-FI, ignition timing control, exhaust gas recirculation, and three way catalytic converter. These four systems work together to control the engine's combustion and minimize the amount of HC, CO, and NOx that come out the tailpipe. The exhaust emissions control s[...]

The three way catalytic converter contains precious metals that serve as catalysts, promoting chemical reactions to convert the exhaust gasses without affecting the metals. The catalytic converter is referred to as a three-way catalyst, since it acts on HC, CO, and NOx. A replacement unit must be an original Honda part or its equivalent. The three [...]

Testing of Readiness Codes If you take your vehicle for an emissions test shortly after the battery has been disconnected or gone dead, it may not pass the test. This is because of certain ‘‘ readiness codes ’’ that must be set in the on- board diagnostics for the emissions systems. These codes are erased when the battery is disconnected, a[...]

7. Select a nearby lightly traveled major highway where you can maintain a speed of 50 to 60 mph (80 to 97 km/h) for at least 20 minutes. Drive on the highway in D (automatic) or 5th (manual). Do not use the cruise control. When traffic allows, drive for 90 seconds without moving the accelerator pedal. (Vehicle speed may vary slightly; this is okay[...]

Customer Service Information .... 332 Warranty Coverages ................... 333 Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Vehicles) ................................. 334 Authorized Manuals .................... 335 Warranty and Customer Relations 331 Warranty and Customer Relations 2009 Fit I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : Main Menu[...]

Honda dealership personnel are trained professionals. They should be able to answer all your questions. If you encounter a problem that your dealership does not solve to your satisfaction, please discuss it with the dealership's management. The service manager or general manager can help. Almost all problems are solved in this way. If you are [...]

U.S. Owners Your new vehicle is covered by these warranties: New Vehicle Limited Warranty － covers your new vehicle, except for the battery, emissions control systems, and accessories against defects in materials and workmanship. Emissions Control Systems Defects Warranty and Emissions Performance Warranty － these two warranties cover your vehi[...]

If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying American Honda Motor Co., Inc. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety def[...]

Purchasing Factory Authorized Manuals (U.S. only) The publications shown below can be purchased from Helm Incorporated. You can order by phone or online: ● Call Helm Inc. at 1-800-782-4356 (credit card orders only) ● Go online at www. helminc. com If you are interested in other years or models, contact Helm Inc. at 1-800-782-4356. Publication F[...]

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A AAA BBB ~CCC ................................. 3 Accessories and Modifications .......................... 206 ACCESSORY (Ignition Key Position) ................................... 80 Accessory Power Socket ............ 106 Additives, Engine Oil ................. 254 Adjusting the Steering Wheel ...... 77 Advanced Airbags ........................ [...]

Bulb Replacement Back-up Lights ........................ 266 Brake Lights ........................... 266 Fog Lights ............................... 265 Front Parking Lights ............... 263 Front Side Marker Lights ........ 263 Headlights .............................. 262 Rear Bulbs .............................. 266 Specifications ...........[...]

D DANGER, Explanation of ............. iii Dashboard ............................... 3 , 58 Daytime Running Lights (Canada only) ......................................... 75 Daytime Running Lights Indicator (Canada only) ........................... 65 Dead Battery .............................. 299 Defects, Reporting Safety ........... 334 Defogger[...]

Engine Adding Engine Coolant ........... 256 Coolant Temperature Indicator ............................... 63 If it Won ’ t Start ........................ 297 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ............................. 60 , 304 Oil Life Indicator ..................... 245 Oil Pressure Indicator ....... 60 , 303 Oil, What Kind to Use ............. 25[...]

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) ................................. 209 H Halogen Headlight Bulbs ........... 262 Hazard Warning Flashers ............ 76 Headlights ............................. 74 , 75 Aiming .................................... 262 Daytime Running Lights (Canada only) ..................................... 75 High Beam Indicator [...]

Inflation, Proper Tire .................. 273 Recommended Pressures ....... 274 Inside Mirror ............................. 101 Inspection, Tire .......................... 275 Installing a Child Seat .................. 42 Instrument Panel .......................... 59 Instrument Panel Brightness ....... 76 Instruments and Controls ............. 57 [...]

N Neutral Gear Position ................. 221 New Vehicle Break-in ................. 198 Normal Shift Speeds .................. 218 NOTICE, Explanation of ................ i Numbers, Identification ............. 316 O Odometer ..................................... 70 Odometer, Trip ............................ 69 Oil Change, How to ................[...]

Rear View Mirror ....................... 101 Rear Window Defogger ................ 76 Rear Window Wiper and Washer ..................................... 73 Recommended Shift Speeds ....... 218 Refueling .................................... 199 Reminder Indicators ..................... 60 Remote Audio Controls .............. 189 Remote Transmitter .[...]

Side Airbags ................................. 28 How the Side Airbag Off Indicator Works ................... 31 How Your Side Airbags Work .. 28 Off Indicator ............................. 31 Side Curtain Airbags .................... 30 How Your Side Curtain Airbags Work .................................... 30 Side Marker Lights, Bulb Replacement [...]

Tether Anchorage Points ............. 47 Theft Protection, Radio .............. 191 Three Way Catalytic Converter ............................... 328 Tilt the Steering Wheel ................ 77 Time, Setting the ........................ 192 Tire Chains ................................ 278 Tire, How to Change a Flat ........ 285 Tire Information ...[...]

Ventilation .................................. 112 VIN ............................................ 316 Viscosity, Oil .............................. 253 W WARNING, Explanation of ........... iii Warning Labels, Location of ......... 54 Warranty Coverages (U.S. only) ....................................... 333 Washer, Windshield Checking the Fluid [...]

Gasoline: Unleaded gasoline, pump octane number of 87 or higher. Fuel Tank Capacity: 10.6 US gal (40 L) Recommended Engine Oil: API Premium grade 5W-20 detergent oil (see page 253 ). Oil change capacity (including filter): 3.8 US qt (3.6 L) Automatic Transmission Fluid: Honda Genuine ATF-Z1 (Automatic Transmission Fluid) (see page 259 ). Manual Tra[...]

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