2008 Honda Fit Owners Manual

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............ .......... .............. ＊ ......................................... ................................. SRS TPMS Turn Signal and Hazard ＊ . 30, 61 . 64, 171 Warning Washer Level Inflation, Proper Tire Tether Anchorage Point Recommended Pressures Indicators, Instrument Panel Infant Restraint Infant Seats ................................... .............................. ......... ............................... ...................................... ............ ................... ........ ................................... ............................. .................... ............................ ........ .............. ................................. Inside Mirror Inspection, Tire Installing a Child Seat Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Brightness Instruments and Controls Interior Lights Introduction . 63 . 65 . 59 . 39 . 39 . 47 . 209 . 210 . 95 . 210 . 42 . 59 . 74 . 57 . 99 . i ........................................ Jacking up the Vehicle Jack, Tire Jump Starting ................. ....................................... ................................ . 221 . 219 . 226 Index Keys .................................................. . 76 ....................... ................. Label, Certification Lane Change, Signaling Lap/Shoulder Belts LATCH Anchorage System Lights .................. . 242 . 72 . 14, 19 . 43 ........... Bulb Replacement Indicator Parking Turn Signal .................... ....................................... ......................................... .................................. .................................... ...... Load Limits LOCK (Ignition Key Position) Locks . 196 . 59 . 72 . 72 . 147 . 78 Anti-theft Steering Column Childproof Door Power Door Tailgate ....... .......................... ................................. ........................................ ........................ ......................... Low Coolant Level Low Fuel Indicator . 78 . 80 . 79 . 81 . 140 . 62 CONTINUED 2008 Fit ０７／０６／２８　２０：５０：５５　３１ＳＡＡ６１０　０２７３ Index ... Low Oil Pressure Indicator Lower Anchors Lubricant Specifications Chart Luggage, Storing (Cargo) Luggage Net (Cargo Net) ................................ ... ........... ........... . 60, 230 . 43 . 244 . 146 . 150 Maintenance .................................. ...... ........................................ ......................... Main Items and Sub Items Minder Minder Indicator Owner’s Maintenance . 177 . 182 . 179 . 66 Safety Checks Malfunction Indicator Lamp Manual Transmission ................................... .......................................... ....... ................... ............... ....................................... ........ Checking Fluid Level Shifting Manual Transmission Fluid Meters, Gauges Methanol in Gasoline Mirrors, Adjusting Modifying Your Vehicle ................... .......................... ............... ......................... . 184 . 178 . 231 . 155 . 194 . 155 . 194 . 59, 67 . 136 . 95 . 144 VI Oxygenated Fuels ......................... . 136 Neutral Gear Position New Vehicle Break-in Normal Shift Speeds NOTICE, Explanation of Numbers, Identification ................... .................. ..................... ................... ............... . 159 . 136 . 156 . i . 242 Octane Requirement, Gasoline . 136 . 68 Odometer Odometer, Trip . 67 Oil ... ......................................... ............................... ........................ Change, How to ...................... Change, When to ...................... Checking Engine .............. Pressure Indicator Selecting Proper Viscosity . 188 . 179 . 139 . 60, 230 Chart ...................................... ........... . 187 . 78 ON (Ignition Key Position) Onboard Refueling Vapor Recovery Outside Mirrors Overheating, Engine Owner’s Maintenance Checks .................................... .............................. .................... .... . 251 . 95 . 228 . 184 Paddle Shifters Panel Brightness Control Park Gear Position Parking Parking Brake Parking Brake and Brake .............................. .............. ........................ ........................................... ................................. . 162 . 74 . 158 . 166 . 96 ................. System Indicator . 60, 232 Parking Lights . 72 ................................. Parking Over Things that Burn . 166 .. .... Passenger Airbag Off Indicator . 31 . 252 PGM-FI System ............................. . 205 Pollen Filter ................................... . 79 Power Door Locks .......................... .................. Power Socket Location . 99 . 94 Power Windows .............................. . 16 Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts ......... . 153 Preparing to Drive ........................ ......... Protecting Adults and Teens . 11 Additional Safety Precautions . 17 ... ..... Advice for Pregnant Women . 16 2008 Fit ０７／０６／２８　２０：５１：０１　３１ＳＡＡ６１０　０２７４ Index Protecting Children Protecting Infants Protecting Larger Children Protecting Small Children Using Child Seats with ........................ ....................... ....... ......... . 34 . 39 . 49 . 40 Tethers Using LATCH ..................................... ............................. . 47 . 43 . 228 ................... Radiator Overheating . 107 ............. Radio/CD Sound System . 128 ................. Radio Theft Protection Readiness Codes ........................... . 231 .. Rear Lights, Bulb Replacement . 201 .................... . 90, 91 Rear Seat, Folding ............................ Rear View Mirror . 95 ................. Rear Window Defogger . 74 Rear Window Wiper and Washer . 71 Reclining the Seat Backs ............... . 87 . 156 Recommended Shift Speeds ....... ........................................ Refueling . 137 . 59 Reminder Indicators ....................... Remote Transmitter ....................... . 83 Replacement Information Dust and Pollen Filter .............. . 205 Engine Oil and Filter Fuses Light Bulbs Schedule Tires Wiper Blades ................ .......................................... ................................ .................................... ........................................... ............................. . 188 . 233 . 196 . 185 . 212 . 205 Replacing Seat Belts After a Crash ............................................ .......... Reporting Safety Defects Reserve Tank, Engine ＊ . 21 . 260 Coolant ............................... Restraint, Child Reverse Gear Position Reverse Lockout Rotation, Tire ............................... .................. ........................... ................................ . 140, 190 . 34 . 159 . 161 . 212 ＊ Safety Belts Safety Defects, Reporting Safety Features .................................. ......... ................................. ........................................... ....................................... ............. .............................. Safety Labels, Location of Safety Messages . 8, 18 . 260 . 7 . 9 . 8 . 54 . iii Airbags Seat Belts Seat Belts ..................................... Additional Information Advice for Pregnant Women Automatic Seat Belt ............... ..... . 8, 18 . 18 . 16 Tensioners ............................... ..................................... ..................... ................ Cleaning Detachable Anchor Lap/Shoulder Belt Maintenance Reminder Indicator and ................................ . 20 . 203 . 93 . 14, 19 . 20 Beeper ................................ System Components Use During Pregnancy Wearing a Lap/Shoulder Belt ................... ............... ... ........................ ......................... ............................... ........................... ........................... ......... .......................... ... ........................ Seats, Adjusting the Select/Reset Knob Serial Number Service Intervals Service Manual Service Station Procedures Setting the Clock Shift Lever Position Indicators Shift Lock Release . 18, 60 . 18 . 16 . 14 . 86 . 67 . 242 . 179 . 261 . 137 . 129 . 157 . 161 ＊ CONTINUED VII 2008 Fit ０７／０６／２８　２０：５１：０５　３１ＳＡＡ６１０　０２７５ Index Side Airbags ................................ . 9, 28 How Your Side Airbags Work . 28 ... How the Side Airbag Off Indicator Works Side Curtain Airbags ...................... .................. . 31 . 9, 30 How Your Side Curtain Airbags ......................................... Work . 30 Side Marker Lights, Bulb .............................. ............................... ..................................... ................................ ...................................... .................................... Replacement Signaling Turns Snow Tires Sound System Spare Tire Spark Plugs Specifications ........................ Speed Control ................................ Speed Limiter ........................ SRS, Additional Information . 198 . 72 . 213 . 107 . 218 . 244 . 244, 245 . 131 . 156, 160 .......... . 22 Additional Safety Precautions . 33 ... . 32 Airbag Service ............................. Airbag System Components ...... . 22 How the Side Airbag Off Indicator Works ...................... . 31 How the SRS Indicator Works . 30 .. How Your Front Airbags Work ......................................... . 25 VIII Work How Your Side Airbags Work . 28 ... How Your Side Curtain Airbags ......................................... SRS Indicator ............................. START (Ignition Key Position) Starting the Engine . 30 . 30, 61 .... . 78 . 154 ....................... In Cold Weather at High Altitude .................................. ................ ........ . 154 . 226 . 228 With a Dead Battery Steam Coming from Engine Steering Wheel Adjustment Anti-theft Column Lock .................................. ............. ............... ................... .................... .......................................... Steering Wheel Buttons Stereo Sound System Storing Your Vehicle Sun Visor Supplemental Restraint . 75 . 78 . 131 . 107 . 216 . 99 .................................. ...................................... System Servicing SRS Indicator System Components ......................... ................... .................................. .9,22 . 32 . 30, 61 . 22 . 188 Synthetic Oil Tailgate Open Indicator Opening the . 62 ............................ . 81 ................................. Taillights, Changing Bulbs .......... . 201 Taking Care of the Unexpected . 217 Technical Descriptions DOT Tire Quality Grading Emissions Control Systems Oxygenated Fuels Three Way Catalytic .... ..... ..................... ＊ . 246 . 251 . 136 Converter ............................... . 253 Tire Pressure Monitoring − System (TPMS) Federal Explanation Required . 249 ......... . 63 ................... Temperature Indicator . 47 .............. Tether Anchorage Points Theft Protection, Radio ................ . 128 Three Way Catalytic Converter . 253 .. . 75 Tilt the Steering Wheel .................. .......................... Time, Setting the . 129 . 214 Tire Chains .................................... . 219 Tire, How to Change a Flat ......... ........................... Tire Information . 248 2008 Fit ０７／０６／２８　２０：５１：１１　３１ＳＡＡ６１０　０２７６ Index Tires ............................................... .............................. ........................................ ......................... .... ...................................... .................................. ..................................... Air Pressure Chains Checking Wear DOT Tire Quality Grading Inflation Inspection Labeling Low Tire Pressure ＊ . 208 . 210 . 214 . 210 . 246 . 209 . 210 . 248 Indicator ＊ Maintenance Pressure Monitoring ......................... .............................. . 64, 170 . 211 ＊ System Replacing Rotating Snow Specifications .................................. ................................... ...................................... ........................................... ............................ ................... . 170 . 212 . 212 . 213 . 245 . 219 Tools, Tire Changing Towing A Trailer Emergency Wrecker ..................................... ................ TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring ................................ System) ＊ . 173 . 238 ＊ Indicator Required Federal ............................. Explanation ............................ . 249 . 170 . 64, 171 Transmission Checking Fluid Level, Automatic .............................. . 193 Checking Fluid Level, Manual .................. ................................... Fluid Selection Identification Number Shifting the Automatic Shifting the Manual .............. ............. .................. ..................................... ....................................... .................................... Treadwear Trip Meter Turn Signals . 194 . 193, 194 . 243 . 157 . 155 . 246 . 67 . 72 Unexpected, Taking Care of the Uniform Tire Quality Grading Unleaded Gasoline Used Oil, How to Dispose of .......................................... . 217 .. . 246 . 136 ........................ ....... . 189 ＊ Vehicle Capacity Load Vehicle Dimensions Vehicle Identification Number ................. ...................... .... . 147 . 244 . 242 Vehicle Storage Ventilation VIN Viscosity, Oil ............................. ..................................... ................................................. .................................. . 216 . 104 . 242 . 187 WARNING, Explanation of Warning Labels, Location of Warranty Coverages Washers, Windshield ............ ......... .................. . iii . 54 . 259 ＊ Checking the Fluid Level Fluid Level Indicator Operation ........ .............. ..................................... . 192 . 65 . 71 ＊＊ Wheels Adjusting the Steering Alignment and Balance Aluminum Alloy Wheels Cleaning Wrench, Nut ............... ............ .......... ..................................... .............................. . 75 . 212 . 208 . 208 . 221 Auto Down Operating the Power Rear, Defogger ................................... .................. ........................... . 94 . 94 . 74 Windows IX 2008 Fit ０７／０６／２８　２０：５１：１５　３１ＳＡＡ６１０　０２７７ Index Windshield Cleaning Defroster Washers ....................................... ................................... ..................................... . 71 . 105 . 192 Wipers, Windshield Changing Blades Operation Worn Tires Wrecker, Emergency Towing ....................... ..................................... .................................... ..... . 205 . 71 . 210 . 238 ＊ ＊＊ : U.S. only Canada only 2008 Fit ０７／０６／２８　２０：５１：１７　３１ＳＡＡ６１０　０２７８ 2008 Fit ０７／０６／２８　２０：５１：１９　３１ＳＡＡ６１０　０２７９ 2008 Fit ０７／０６／２８　２０：５１：２１　３１ＳＡＡ６１０　０２８０ 2008 Fit ０７／０６／２８　２０：５１：３４　３１ＳＡＡ６１０　０２８１ Service Information Summary Manual Transmission Fluid: Honda Manual Transmission Fluid preferred, or an SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 motor oil as a temporary replacement (see page 194 ). Capacity (including differential): 1.6 US qt (1.5 ) Gasoline: Unleaded gasoline, pump octane number of 87 or higher. Fuel Tank Capacity: 10.8 US gal (41 ) Recommended Engine Oil: API Premium grade 5W-20 detergent oil (see page 187 ). Oil change capacity (including filter): 3.8 US qt (3.6 ) Automatic Transmission Fluid: Honda ATF-Z1 (Automatic Transmission Fluid) (see page 193 ). Brake Fluid: Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 preferred, or a DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid as a temporary replacement (see page 195 ). Tire Pressure (measured cold): Front/Rear: 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm ) Spare Tire Pressure: 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm ) 2008 Fit ０７／０６／２８　２０：１５：３９　３１ＳＡＡ６１０　０００１ Owner’s Identification OWNER ADDRESS STREET CITY STATE/PROVINCE ZIP CODE/ POSTAL CODE V. I. N. DELIVERY DATE DEALER NAME ADDRESS (Date sold to original retail purchaser) DEALER NO. STREET CITY STATE/PROVINCE OWNER’S SIGNATURE DEALER’S SIGNATURE ZIP CODE/ POSTAL CODE This owner’s manual should be considered a permanent part of the vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold. This owner’s manual covers all models of the Fit. You may find descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your particular vehicle. The information and specifications included in this publication were in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications or design at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation whatsoever. POUR CLIENTS CANADIEN AVIS IMPORTANT: Si vous avez besoin d’un Manuel du Conducteur en français, veuillez demander à votre concessionnaire de commander le numéro de pièce 33SAAC10 2008 Fit ０７／０６／２８　２０：１５：４４　３１ＳＡＡ６１０　０００２ Congratulations! Your selection of a 2008 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 you can refer to it at any time. Several warranties protect your new vehicle. Read the warranty booklet thoroughly so you understand the coverages and are aware of your rights and responsibilities. Maintaining your vehicle according to the schedules given in this manual helps to keep your driving trouble-free while it preserves your investment. When your vehicle needs maintenance, keep in mind that your dealer’s staff is specially trained in servicing the many systems unique to your vehicle. Your dealer is dedicated to your satisfaction and will be pleased to answer any questions and concerns. Introduction As you read this manual, you will find information that is preceded by information is intended to help you avoid damage to your vehicle, other property, or the environment. symbol. This 2008 Fit ０７／０６／２８　２０：１５：４８　３１ＳＡＡ６１０　０００３ Introduction California Proposition 65 Warning WARNING: defects or other reproductive harm. This product contains or emits chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth 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 passenger seat occupancy, airbag deployment data, and the failure of any airbag system component. This data belongs to the vehicle owner and may not be accessed by anyone else except as legally required or with the permission of the vehicle owner. Service Diagnostic Recorders This vehicle is equipped with service-related devices that record information about powertrain performance. The data can be used to verify emissions law requirements and/or help technicians diagnose and solve service problems. It may also be combined with data from other sources for research purposes, but it remains confidential. ii 2008 Fit ０７／０６／２８　２０：１５：５８　３１ＳＡＡ６１０　０００４ 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 course, it is not practical or possible to warn you about all the hazards associated with operating or maintaining your vehicle. You must use your own good judgement. A Few Words About Safety You will find this important safety information in a variety of forms, including: Safety Labels − Safety Messages on the vehicle. − three signal words: These signal words mean: preceded by a safety alert symbol DANGER WARNING , or CAUTION and one of You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don’t follow instructions. You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don’t follow instructions. You CAN be HURT if you don’t follow instructions. Safety Headings − Safety Precautions. such as Important Safety Reminders or Important Safety Section Instructions − such as Driver and Passenger Safety. − how to use this vehicle correctly and safely. This entire book is filled with important safety information carefully. − please read it iii 2008 Fit Contents 2008 Fit Online Reference Owner's Manual Owner's Identification Form Introduction .......................................................................................................................................................... i A Few Words About Safety .............................................................................................................................. iii Your Vehicle at a Glance (main controls) .................................................................................................... 3 Driver and Passenger Safety (seat belts, SRS, and child protection) .................................................... 5 Instruments and Controls (indicators, gauges, dashboard, steering wheel, and other convenience items) ............. 57 Features (climate control, audio, security, and cruise control) .................................................................. 101 Before Driving (fuel, vehicle break-in, and cargo loading) ...................................................................... 135 Driving (engine and transmission operation) ................................................................................................ 151 Maintenance (minder, fluid checking, minor services, and vehicle storage)........................................... 177 Taking Care of the Unexpected (flat tire, dead battery, overheating, fuses) ..................................... 217 Technical Information (vehicle specifications, tires, and emissions controls) ....................................... 241 Warranty and Customer Relations (U. S. and Canada only) (warranty and contact information) ... 257 Authorized Manuals (U. S. only) (how to order) ......................................................................................... 261 Index ............................................................................................................................... ........................................ I Service Information Summary ( fluid capacities and tire pressures) 31SAA610 ０７／０６／２８　２０：１６：２６　３１ＳＡＡ６１０　０００７ Overview of Contents 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 protect children with child restraints. Instruments and Controls Explains the purpose of each instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to use the controls on the dashboard and steering column. Features How to operate the heating and air conditioning system, the audio system, and other convenience features. Before Driving What gasoline to use, how to break- in your new vehicle, and how to load luggage and other cargo. Driving The proper way to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park. Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada only) A summary of the warranties covering your new vehicle, and how to contact us for any reason. Refer to your warranty manual for detailed information. Maintenance The maintenance minder shows you when you need to take your vehicle to the dealer for maintenance service. There is also a list of things to check and instructions on how to check them. Taking Care of the Unexpected This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and details how to handle them. Technical Information ID numbers, dimensions, capaci- ties, and technical information. Authorized Manuals (U.S. only) How to order manuals and other technical literature. Index Service Information Summary A summary of the information you need when you pull up to the fuel pump. 2008 Fit ０７／０６／２８　２０：１６：３３　３１ＳＡＡ６１０　０００８ Your Vehicle at a Glance INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS GAUGES (P.60) (P.67) DRIVER’S FRONT (P.9, 25) AIRBAG MIRROR CONTROLS ＊ (P.95) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH ＊ (P.79) POWER WINDOW SWITCH (P.94) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.138) HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P.74) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.107) PASSENGER’S FRONT AIRBAG (P.9, 31) HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS (P.102) PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P.31) A/T model is shown. ＊ : If equipped ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET (P.99) PARKING BRAKE (P.96) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION MANUAL TRANSMISSION (P.155) (P.157) 2008 Fit ０７／０６／２８　２０：１６：４０　３１ＳＡＡ６１０　０００９ Your Vehicle at a Glance PADDLE SHIFTER (DOWNSHIFT) ＊ (P.162) INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS (P.74) PADDLE SHIFTER (UPSHIFT) ＊ (P.162) HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P.74) HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNAL/ FOG LIGHTS (P.72) ＊ MIRROR CONTROLS (P.95) ＊ HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.138) HORN ＊ WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS (P.71) REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER (P.74) PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P.31) ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET (P.99) STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENT (P.75) CRUISE CONTROL (P.131) BUTTONS ＊ AUXILIARY INPUT JACK ＊ (P.127) To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel. If equipped. 1: 2 : ＊＊ 2008 Fit ０７／０６／２８　２０：１６：４４　３１ＳＡＡ６１０　００１０ Driver and Passenger Safety 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. Seat Belts Airbags Protecting Adults and Teens Important Safety Precautions Your Vehicle’s Safety Features ......... ....... ....................................... ........................................... ......... ..... ........... ............ ... 1. Close and Lock the Doors 2. Adjust the Front Seats 3. Adjust the Seat-Backs 4. Adjust the Head Restraints 5. Fasten and Position the . 6 . 7 . 8 . 9 . 11 . 11 . 11 . 12 . 13 Seat Belts ............................. . 14 6. Maintain a Proper Sitting Position . 15 Advice for Pregnant Women . 16 Additional Safety Precautions . 17 ................................ ..... ... Additional Information About Your Seat Belts ....................... . 18 .. Seat Belt System Components . 18 Lap/Shoulder Belt ...................... . 19 Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners Seat Belt Maintenance Additional Information About ............................... ............... . 20 . 20 Your Airbags ........................... ...... . 22 . 22 Airbag System Components How Your Front Airbags Work . 25 How Your Side Airbags Work . 28 How Your Side Curtain ......................................... ... Airbags Work .......................... . 30 How the SRS Indicator Works . 30 .. How the Side Airbag Off Indicator Works ...................... . 31 How the Passenger Airbag Off Indicator Works . 31 Airbag Service . 32 Additional Safety Precautions . 33 ............... ............................. ... Protecting Children − General Guidelines ................................ . 34 All Children Must Be Restrained ............................... . 34 All Children Should Sit in a Back Seat ................................. The Passenger’s Front Airbag ......... If You Must Drive with Several ................................... Can Pose Serious Risks Children If a Child Requires Close . 35 . 35 . 37 Attention . 37 Additional Safety Precautions . 38 .................................. ... Protecting Infants and Small Children Selecting a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat . 39 . 39 . 40 . 41 . 42 . 43 . 45 . 47 . 49 . 49 . 50 Protecting Infants Protecting Small Children With LATCH With a Lap/Shoulder Belt With a Tether ................................... ....................... ......... ..................... .................... ............................... ......... .............................. ........... Checking Seat Belt Fit ............... Using a Booster Seat .................. When Can a Larger Child Sit in ......................................... ... ............. ................................... . 51 Additional Safety Precautions . 52 . 53 . 54 Carbon Monoxide Hazard Safety Labels Protecting Larger Children Front 2008 Fit ０７／０６／２８　２０：１６：５４　３１ＳＡＡ６１０　００１１ Important Safety Precautions 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 though your vehicle is equipped with airbags, make sure you and your passengers always wear your seat belts, and 14 wear them properly (see page ). Restrain All Children Children age 12 and under should ride properly restrained in a back seat, not the front seat. Infants and small children should be restrained in a child seat. Larger children should use a booster seat and a lap/ shoulder belt until they can use the belt properly without a booster seat (see pages 52 34 ). − Be Aware of Airbag Hazards While airbags can save lives, they can cause serious or fatal injuries to occupants who sit too close to them, or are not properly restrained. Infants, young children, and short adults are at the greatest risk. Be sure to follow all instructions and warnings in this manual. Don’t Drink and Drive Alcohol and driving don’t mix. Even one drink can reduce your ability to respond to changing conditions, and your reaction time gets worse with every additional drink. So don’t drink and drive, and don’t let your friends drink and drive, either. Control Your Speed Excessive speed is a major factor in crash injuries and deaths. Generally, the higher the speed, the greater the risk, but serious injuries can also occur at lower speeds. Never drive faster than is safe for current conditions, regardless of the maximum speed posted. Keep Your Vehicle in Safe Condition Having a tire blowout or a mechanical failure can be extremely hazardous. To reduce the possibility of such problems, check your tire pressures and condition frequently, and perform all regularly scheduled maintenance (see page 179 ). 2008 Fit ０７／０６／２８　２０：１７：０１　３１ＳＡＡ６１０　００１２ (4) (3) (9) (1) (11) (7) (5) (8) (10) (2) (2) (6) (1) Safety Cage (2) Crush Zones (3) Seats and Seat-Backs (4) Head Restraints (5) Collapsible Steering Column (6) Seat Belts (7) Front Airbags (8) Side Airbags (9) Side Curtain Airbags (10) Front Seat Belt Tensioners (11) Door Locks Your Vehicle’s Safety Features 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 tighten the front seat belts in a crash. However, you and your passengers can’t take full advantage of these features unless you remain sitting in a proper position and alwayswear . In fact, some safety yourseatbelts features can contribute to injuries if they are not used properly. The following pages explain how you can take an active role in protecting yourself and your passengers. 2008 Fit ０７／０６／２８　２０：１７：１２　３１ＳＡＡ６１０　００１３ Your Vehicle’s Safety Features 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. WhyWearSeatBelts Seat belts are the single most effective safety device for adults and larger children. (Infants and smaller children must be properly restrained in child seats.) Not wearing a seat belt properly increases the chance of serious injury or death in a crash, even though your vehicle has airbags. In addition, most states and all Canadian provinces require you to wear seat belts. Not wearing a seat belt properly increases the chance of serious injury or death in a crash, even though your vehicle has airbags. Be sure you and your passengers always wear seat belts and wear them properly. When properly worn, seat belts: Keep you connected to the vehicle so you can take advantage of the vehicle’s built-in safety features. Help protect you in almost every type of crash, including frontal, side, and rear impacts and rollovers. Help keep you from being thrown against the inside of the vehicle and against other occupants. Keep you from being thrown out of the vehicle. Help keep you in a good position should the airbags ever deploy. A good position reduces the risk of injury from an inflating airbag and allows you to get the best advantage from the airbag. Of course, seat belts cannot completely protect you in every crash. But in most cases, seat belts can reduce your risk of serious injury. WhatYouShouldDo: Always wear your seat belt, and make sure you wear it properly. 2008 Fit ０７／０６／２８　２０：１７：２０　３１ＳＡＡ６１０　００１４ Airbags Your Vehicle’s Safety Features 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 driver or a front seat passenger during a moderate to severe side impact (see page information on how your side airbags work). for more 28 In addition, your vehicle has side curtain airbags to help protect the heads of the driver, front passenger, and passengers in the outer rear seating positions during a moderate to severe side impact (see page 30 for more information on how your side curtain airbags work). CONTINUED 2008 Fit ０７／０６／２８　２０：１７：２６　３１ＳＡＡ６１０　００１５ Your Vehicle’s Safety Features Always wear Whatyoushoulddo: your seat belt properly, and sit upright and as far back from the steering wheel as possible while allowing full control of the vehicle. A front passenger should move their seat as far back from the dashboard as possible. The rest of this section gives more detailed information about how you can maximize your safety. Remember, however, that no safety system can prevent all injuries or deaths that can occur in a severe crash, even when seat belts are properly worn and the airbags deploy. The most important things you need to know about your airbags are: Airbagsdonotreplaceseatbelts. They are designed to supplement the seat belts. Airbagsoffernoprotectioninrear impacts,orminorfrontalorside collisions. Airbagscanposeserioushazards. To do their job, airbags must inflate with tremendous force. So while airbags help save lives, they can cause minor injuries or more serious or even fatal injuries if occupants are not properly restrained or sitting properly. 10 2008 Fit ０７／０６／２８　２０：１７：３６　３１ＳＡＡ６１０　００１６ 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. 38 34 − for important See pages guidelines on how to properly protect infants, small children, and larger children who ride in your vehicle. Close and Lock the Doors 1. After everyone has entered the vehicle, be sure the doors and the tailgate are closed and locked. Your vehicle has a door and tailgate open indicator on the instrument panel to indicate when any door or the tailgate is not tightly closed. Locking the doors reduces the chance of someone being thrown out of the vehicle during a crash, and it helps prevent passengers from accidentally opening a door and falling out. Locking the doors and the tailgate also helps prevent an outsider from unexpectedly opening a door or the tailgate when you come to a stop. 79 for how to lock the See page doors, and page and tailgate open indicator works. for how the door 62 Protecting Adults and Teens 2. Adjust the Front Seats

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