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2009 Fit Protecting Larger Children

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 that the child's seat belt is properly and securely positioned. ● Supervise the child. Even mature

children sometimes need to be reminded to fasten the seat belts or sit properly.

Additional Safety Precautions ● Donotletachildwearaseatbelt acrosstheneck.This could result in serious neck injuries during a crash.

● Donotletachildputtheshoulder partofaseatbeltbehindtheback orunderthearm.This could cause very serious injuries during a crash. It also increases the chance that the child will slide under the belt in a crash and be injured.

● Twochildrenshouldneverusethe

sameseatbelt.If they do, they could be very seriously injured in a crash.

● Donotputanyaccessoriesona

seatbelt.Devices intended to improve a child's comfort or reposition the shoulder part of a seat belt can make the belt less effective and increase the chance of serious injury in a crash.

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2009 Fit Carbon Monoxide Hazard

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.

● The vehicle was in an accident that may have damaged the underside.

Carbon monoxide gas is toxic. Breathing it can cause unconsciousness and even kill you.

Avoid any enclosed areas or activities that expose you to carbon monoxide.

High levels of carbon monoxide can collect rapidly in enclosed areas, such as a garage. Do not run the engine with the garage door closed. Even with the door open, run the engine only long enough to move the vehicle out of the garage.

With the tailgate open, airflow can pull exhaust gas into your vehicle's interior and create a hazardous condition. If you must drive with the tailgate open, open all the windows and set the heating and cooling system as shown below. If you must sit in your parked vehicle with the engine running, even in an unconfined area, adjust the heating and cooling system as follows: 1. Select the fresh air mode. 2. Select the 3. Turn the fan on high speed. 4. Set the temperature control to a

mode.

comfortable setting.

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2009 Fit Safety Labels

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.

SUN VISORS U.S.models

Canadianmodels

DASHBOARD U.S.modelsonly

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2009 Fit HOOD U.S.models

Canadianmodels

Safety Labels

RADIATOR CAP

DOORJAMBS U.S.models

Canadianmodels

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2009 Fit 56

2009 Fit 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.......................................... 68
Trip Meter ................................ 69
Current Fuel Mileage................ 70
Average Fuel Mileage............... 70
Odometer.................................. 70
Fuel Gauge ............................... 70
Check Fuel Cap Indicator ......... 70
Maintenance Minder ................ 71

Controls Near the Steering

Wheel ....................................... 72

Windshield Wipers and

Washers................................ 73
Windshield Wipers ................... 73
Rear Window Wiper and

Washer ................................. 73
Turn Signal and Headlights .......... 74
Headlights .................................... 75
Instrument Panel Brightness ........ 76
Hazard Warning Button ................ 76
Rear Window Defogger................. 76
Steering Wheel Adjustment .......... 77
Keys and Locks............................. 78

Instruments and Controls

Immobilizer System ...................... 79
Ignition Switch.............................. 80
Door Locks ................................... 81
Power Door Locks .................... 81
Childproof Door Locks.............. 82
Auto Door Locking/

Unlocking ............................. 83
Auto Door Locking ................... 83
Auto Door Unlocking................ 85
Tailgate......................................... 88
Remote Transmitter ...................... 90
Seats ............................................. 93
Power Windows .......................... 100
Mirrors ....................................... 101
Parking Brake............................. 102
Interior Convenience Items......... 104
Lower Glove Box .................... 105
Upper Glove Box..................... 105
Beverage Holders ................... 106
Seat Under Box....................... 106
Accessory Power Socket ......... 106
Sun Visor ................................ 106
Interior Lights............................. 107

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2009 Fit Control Locations

INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS (P. 60) GAUGES (P. 68)

AUDIO SYSTEM (P. 115, 143) NAVIGATION SYSTEMꭧ

MIRROR CONTROLS (P. 101)

DOOR LOCK TAB (P. 81)

POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCHꭧ (P. 81)

POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P. 100)

USB ADAPTER CABLEꭧ (P. 130, 137, 171, 178)

HEATING/COOLING CONTROLSꭧ (P. 110)

HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P. 200)

Vehicle with navigation system is shown.

PARKING BRAKE (P. 102)

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (P. 219) MANUAL TRANSMISSION (P. 217)

ꭧ: If equipped

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2009 Fit DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS INDICATOR (P. 65) HIGH BEAM INDICATOR (P. 65) SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATORꭧ (P. 66, 193) FOG LIGHT INDICATORꭧ (P. 64) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM INDICATORꭧ (P. 67) VSA OFF INDICATORꭧ (P. 67) ELECTRIC POWER STEERING (EPS) INDICATOR (P. 62) MAINTENANCE MINDER INDICATOR (P. 66) HIGH TEMPERATURE INDICATOR (P. 63)

MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (P. 304)

CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 60, 303) LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR (P. 60, 303) LOW TEMPERATURE INDICATOR (P. 63)

ꭧ: If equipped

CRUISE CONTROL INDICATORꭧ (P. 65) IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 66)

SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 30, 61)

Instrument Panel

LIGHTS ON INDICATOR (P. 64)

CRUISE MAIN INDICATORꭧ (P. 65)

SIDE AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P. 31, 61)

LOW TIRE PRESSURE INDICATORꭧ (P. 64)

TPMS INDICATORꭧ (P. 64)

DOOR AND TAILGATE OPEN INDICATOR (P. 62)

SEAT BELT REMINDER INDICATOR (P. 60)

WASHER LEVEL INDICATORꭧ (P. 65)

LOW FUEL INDICATOR (P. 62)

PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 60, 305)

ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 62)

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2009 Fit Instrument Panel Indicators

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 comes on when the engine is running, the battery is not being charged. For more information, see page 303.

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Seat Belt Reminder Indicator

This indicator comes on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. It reminds you and your passengers to fasten your seat belts. A beeper also sounds if you have not fastened your seat belt. If you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position before fastening your seat belts, the beeper sounds, and the indicator flashes. If you do not fasten your seat belts before the beeper stops, the indicator stops flashing but remains on.

U.S.

Canada

Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Red)

This indicator has two functions: 1. It comes on when you turn the

ignition switch to the ON (II) position. It is a reminder to check the parking brake. A beeper sounds if you drive with the parking brake not fully released. Driving with the parking brake not fully released can damage the brakes and tires.

2. If it remains on after you have fully

released the parking brake while the engine is running, or if it comes on while driving, there could be a problem with the brake system. For more information, see page 305.

2009 Fit 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 Restraint System Indicator

This indicator comes on briefly when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. If it comes on at any other time, it indicates a potential problem with your front airbags. This indicator will also alert you to a potential problem with your side airbags, passenger's side airbag cutoff system, side curtain airbags, automatic seat belt tensioners, driver's seat position sensor, or the front passenger's weight sensors. For more information, see page 30.

Instrument Panel Indicators

U.S.

Canada

Side Airbag Off Indicator

This indicator comes on briefly when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. If it comes on at any other time, it indicates that the passenger's side airbag has automatically shut off. For more information, see page 31.

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2009 Fit Instrument Panel Indicators

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 indicator on, your vehicle still has normal braking ability but no anti- lock function. For more information, see page 231.

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Low Fuel Indicator

This indicator comes on as a reminder that you must refuel soon. When the indicator comes on, there is about 1.64 US gal (6.2 L) of fuel remaining in the tank before the needle reaches E. There is a small reserve of fuel remaining in the tank when the needle does reach E.

Door and Tailgate Open Indicator

This indicator comes on if any door or the tailgate is not closed tightly.

Electric Power Steering (EPS) Indicator

This indicator normally comes on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position and goes off after the engine starts. If it comes on at any other time, there is a problem in the electric power steering system. If this happens, stop the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the engine. Reset the system by restarting the engine. The indicator will not turn off immediately. If it does not go off after driving a short distance, or comes back on again while driving, take the vehicle to your dealer to have it checked. With the indicator on, the EPS may be turned off, making the vehicle harder to steer. If you turn the steering wheel to the full left or right position repeatedly while stopping or driving at very low speed, you may feel slightly harder steering in order to prevent damage to the steering box caused by overheating.

2009 Fit High Temperature Indicator

Low Temperature Indicator

This indicator monitors the temperature of the engine coolant. If there is no problem, this indicator comes on when the engine is cold. If it comes on when the engine is warm (normal operating temperature), have the vehicle inspected by your dealer as soon as possible.

This indicator monitors 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 of uphill driving, this indicator may blink. This means the engine coolant temperature is high. If the indicator begins to blink while you are driving, be sure to slow down to prevent overheating. If the indicator stays on, pull safely to the side of the road and turn off the engine. See page 301 for instructions and precautions on checking the engine's cooling system. Do not drive the vehicle while the indicator is on or the engine may be damaged.

Instrument Panel Indicators

Turn Signal and Hazard Warning Indicators

The left or right turn signal indicator blinks when you signal a lane change or turn. If an indicator does not blink or blinks rapidly, it usually means one of the turn signal bulbs is burned out (see page 264). Replace the bulb as soon as possible, since other drivers cannot see that you are signaling. When you press the hazard warning button, both turn signal indicators and all turn signals on the outside of the vehicle flash.

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2009 Fit Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Indicator

U.S.modelsonly This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. If this indicator comes on and stays on at any other time, or if it does not come on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, there is a problem with the TPMS. With this indicator on, the low tire pressure indicator will not come on when a tire loses pressure. Take the vehicle to your dealer to have the system checked.

Instrument Panel Indicators

Low Tire Pressure Indicator

U.S.modelsonly 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 which tire has lost the pressure, and determine the cause. If it is because of a flat tire, replace the flat tire with the compact spare (see page 284), and have the flat tire repaired as soon as possible. If two or more tires are underinflated, call a professional towing service (see page 311). For more information, see page 235.

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Lights On Indicator

or

This indicator reminds you that the exterior lights are on. It comes on when the light switch is in either the

position. If you turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0) position without turning off the light switch, this indicator will stay on. A reminder chime will also sound when you open the driver's door.

Fog Light Indicator

OnSportmodel This indicator comes on when you turn on the fog lights. For more information, see page 75.

2009 Fit Instrument Panel Indicators

High Beam Indicator

Cruise Main Indicator

Washer Level 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 parking brake is released, it means there is a problem in the circuit. Have your vehicle checked by your dealer.

OnSportmodelandCanadianLXmodel This indicator comes on when you turn on the cruise control system by pressing the CRUISE button (see page 194).

Canadianmodelsonly This indicator comes on when the washer fluid level is low. Add washer fluid when you see this indicator come on (see page 258).

Cruise Control Indicator

OnSportmodelandCanadianLXmodel This indicator comes on when you set the cruise control. See page 194
for information on operating the cruise control.

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2009 Fit Instrument Panel Indicators

Maintenance Minder Indicator

Immobilizer System 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 maintenance minder. This indicator goes off when your dealer resets it after completing the required maintenance service.

This indicator comes on briefly when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. It will go off if you have inserted a properly coded ignition key. If it is not a properly coded key, the indicator will blink, and the engine's fuel system will be disabled (see page 79).

Security System Indicator

SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR

OnSportmodel This indicator comes on when the security system is set. See page 193
for more information on the security system.

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2009 Fit Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System Indicator

VSA Off Indicator

Ifequipped It comes on as a reminder that you have turned off the vehicle stability assist (VSA) system. 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. See page 233 for more information on the VSA system.

Ifequipped 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 come on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, there is a problem with the VSA system. Take your vehicle to a dealer to have it checked. Without VSA, your vehicle still has normal driving ability, but will not have VSA traction and stability enhancement. See page 233
for more information on the VSA system.

Instrument Panel Indicators

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2009 Fit Gauges

INFORMATION DISPLAY

TACHOMETER

SPEEDOMETER

FUEL GAUGE

U.S. model is shown.

ODOMETER/TRIP METER/CURRENT FUEL MILEAGE/ AVERAGE FUEL MILEAGE/CHECK FUEL CAP INDICATOR

SELECT/RESET KNOB

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2009 Fit CURRENT FUEL MILEAGE

ODOMETER

TRIP METER

AVERAGE FUEL MILEAGE

ENGINE OIL LIFE

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) position the last selection is displayed.

Gauges

Trip Meter This meter shows the number of miles (U.S.) or kilometers (Canada) driven since you last reset it. To reset a trip meter, display it, and then press and hold the select/reset knob until the number resets to ‘‘ 0.0 ’’. When you reset the trip meter, average fuel mileage is reset simultaneously.

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2009 Fit Gauges

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.

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Odometer The odometer shows the total distance your vehicle has been driven. It measures miles in U.S. models and kilometers in Canadian models. It is illegal under U.S. federal law and Canadian provincial regulations to disconnect, reset, or alter the odometer with the intent to change the number of miles or kilometers indicated. Fuel Gauge This shows how much fuel you have. It may show slightly more or less than the actual amount. The needle returns to the bottom after you turn off the ignition.

Check Fuel Cap Indicator If the fuel fill cap is loose or missing, a ‘‘ CHECK FUEL CAP ’’ message appears on the information display after you start the engine. The message changes from CHECK, to FUEL, to CAP repeatedly. Turn the engine off and confirm the fuel fill cap is installed. If it is, loosen the cap, then retighten it until it clicks at least once. You can cycle the message off of the display by pressing the select/reset knob repeatedly, but this message will be displayed each time the engine is started. It will take several days of normal driving for the vehicle to turn the warning off.

Avoid driving with an extremely low fuel level. Running out of fuel could cause the engine to misfire, damaging the catalytic converter.

2009 Fit 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 vehicle. For more information, see page 304.

Maintenance Minder The information display in the instrument panel shows you the engine oil life and maintenance service items when the ignition switch is in the ON (II) position. This information helps to keep you aware of the periodic maintenance your vehicle needs for continued trouble- free driving. Refer to page 245 for more information.

Gauges

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2009 Fit Controls Near the Steering Wheel

PADDLE SHIFTER (DOWNSHIFT)ꭧ2
(P. 224)

HORNꭧ1

INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS (P. 76)

PADDLE SHIFTER (UPSHIFT)ꭧ2
(P. 224)

WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS (P. 73)

HEADLIGHTS/ TURN SIGNAL/ FOG LIGHTSꭧ2
(P. 74)

REMOTE AUDIO CONTROL BUTTONSꭧ2
(P. 189)

NAVIGATION SYSTEM VOICE CONTROL BUTTONSꭧ3

VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM OFF SWITCHꭧ2
(P. 234)

Vehicle with navigation system is shown.

HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P. 76) PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P. 31)

REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER/HEATED MIRROR BUTTONꭧ2
(P. 76/102)

AUXILIARY INPUT JACK (P. 190)

STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENTS (P. 77)

CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONSꭧ2
(P. 194)

ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET (P. 106)

ꭧ1: To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel. ꭧ2: If equipped. ꭧ3: Only on vehicles equipped with navigation system. Refer to the navigation system manual.

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2009 Fit Windshield Wipers and Washers

MIST － The wipers run at high speed until you release the lever. OFF － The wipers are not activated. INT － The wipers operate every LO － The wipers run at low speed. HI － The wipers run at high speed. Windshield Washers －

few seconds.

Pull the wiper control lever toward you, and hold it. The washers spray until you release the lever. The wipers run at low speed, then complete one more sweep after you release the lever.

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.

Rear Window Wiper and Washer

1. OFF

When you turn the wiper switch to the ‘‘ OFF ’’ position, the wiper will return to its parked position.

2. Rotate the switch clockwise to turn

the rear window wiper ON.

3. Hold past ON to turn the rear

window wiper on and to spray the rear window washer.

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2009 Fit Windshield Wipers and Washers, Turn Signal and Headlights

Turn Signal and Headlights

Turn Signal － Push down on the left lever to signal a left turn and up to signal a right turn. To signal a lane change, push lightly on the lever and hold it. The lever will return to the center when you release it or complete a turn.

1. Turn signal 2. Off 3. Parking and interior lights 4. Headlights 5. High beams 6. Flash high beams OnSportmodel 7. Fog lights off 8. Fog lights on

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 washer uses the same fluid reservoir as the windshield washer.

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2009 Fit ’’ position turns on the

Headlights － Turning the switch to 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 ‘‘ on indicator comes on as a reminder. This indicator stays on if you leave the light switch on and turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) or the LOCK (0) position. If you leave the lights on with the key removed from the ignition switch, you will hear a reminder chime when you open the driver’s door.

’’ position, the lights

’’ or ‘‘

Headlights

position, the high beam

Daytime Running Lights With the headlight switch off or in the headlights and the high beam indicator come on with reduced brightness when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position and release the parking brake. They remain on until you turn the ignition switch off, even if you set the parking brake. The headlights revert to normal operation when you turn them on with the switch.

High Beams － Push the lever forward and the high beam indicator will come on (see page 65). Pull it back to return to low beams. To flash the high beams, pull the lever back lightly, then release it. The high beams will stay on as long as you hold the lever back. Fog Lights OnSportmodel Turn the fog lights on and off by turning the switch next to the headlight switch. You can use the fog lights only when the headlights are on low beam.They will go off when the headlights are turned off.

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2009 Fit Instrument Panel Brightness, Hazard Warning Button, Rear Window Defogger

Instrument Panel Brightness

Hazard Warning Button

Rear Window Defogger

INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS CONTROL KNOB

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 knob on the lower part of the instrument panel to adjust the brightness. You will hear a beep when maximum or minimum brightness is reached. You will also hear a beep when the maximum level is canceled by turning the knob a click to the left.

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Push the button to turn on the hazard warning lights (four-way flashers). This causes all four outside turn signals and both turn indicators in the instrument panel to flash. Use the hazard warning lights if you need to park in a dangerous area near heavy traffic, or if your vehicle is disabled.

The rear window defogger will clear fog, frost, and thin ice from the window. Push the defogger button to turn it on and off. The indicator in the button comes on to show the defogger is on. You must manually shut off the rear window defogger when it is no longer needed.

2009 Fit Rear Window Defogger, Steering Wheel Adjustment

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. Ifequipped Pushing this button also turns the mirror heaters on or off. For more information, see page 102.

Steering Wheel Adjustment Make any steering wheel adjustment before you start driving.

Adjusting the steering wheel position while driving may cause you to lose control of the vehicle and be seriously injured in a crash.

Adjust the steering wheel only when the vehicle is stopped.

1. Pull the lever under the steering column toward you until it stops.

2. Move the steering wheel up or down, and in or out, so it points toward your chest, not toward your face. Make sure you can see the instrument panel gauges and indicators.

3. Push the lever forward fully to lock

the steering wheel in position. 4. Make sure you have securely

locked the steering wheel in place by trying to move it up, down, in, and out.

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2009 Fit Keys and Locks

OnSportmodelandCanadianLXmodel

KEY NUMBER TAG KEYS WITH

TRANSMITTER

AllmodelsexceptSportmodeland CanadianLXmodel

KEY NUMBER TAG

KEYS

Your vehicle comes with the two ignition keys.

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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 that are activated by the immobilizer system. They will not work to start the engine if the circuits are damaged. ● Protect the keys from direct

sunlight, high temperature, and high humidity.

● Do not drop the keys or set heavy

objects on them.

● Keep the keys away from liquids.

If they get wet, dry them immediately with a soft cloth. AllmodelsexceptSportmodeland CanadianLXmodel The keys do not contain batteries. Do not try to take them apart.

2009 Fit If the system repeatedly does not recognize the coding of your key, contact your dealer. Do not attempt to alter this system or add other devices to it. Electrical problems could result that may make your vehicle inoperable. If you have lost your key and cannot start the engine, contact your dealer.

Always take the ignition key with you whenever you leave the vehicle alone.

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 recognize the coding of the key. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (0) position, remove the key, reinsert it, and turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position again. The system may not recognize your key's coding if another immobilizer key or other metal object (i.e. key fob) is near the ignition switch when you insert the key.

Immobilizer System

AsrequiredbytheFCC: ThisdevicecomplieswithPart15ofthe FCCrules.Operationissubjecttothe followingtwoconditions:(1)Thisdevice maynotcauseharmfulinterference,and (2)thisdevicemustacceptany interferencereceived,including interferencethatmaycauseundesired operation. Changesormodificationsnotexpressly approvedbythepartyresponsiblefor compliancecouldvoidtheuser's authoritytooperatetheequipment. ThisdevicecomplieswithIndustry CanadaStandardRSS-210.Operationis subjecttothefollowingtwoconditions: (1)thisdevicemaynotcause interference,and(2)thisdevicemust acceptanyinterferencethatmaycause undesiredoperationofthedevice.

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2009 Fit Removing the key from the ignition switch while driving locks the steering. This can cause you to lose control of the vehicle.

Remove the key from the ignition switch only when parked.

Ignition Switch

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 difficult to turn the key. Firmly turn the steering wheel to the left or right as you turn the key.

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ACCESSORY (I) － You can operate the audio system and the accessory power socket in this position. ON (II) － This is the normal key position when driving. Several of the indicators on the instrument panel come on as a test when you turn the ignition switch from the ACCESSORY (I) to the ON (II) position. START (III) － Use this position only to start the engine. The switch returns to the ON (II) position when you let go of the key. You will hear a reminder beeper if you leave the key in the LOCK (0) or the ACCESSORY (I) position and open the driver's door. Remove the key to turn off the beeper. If your vehicle has an automatic transmission, the shift lever must be in Park before you can remove the key from the ignition switch.

2009 Fit To lock

LOCK TAB

When the door is unlocked, you can see the red indicator on the lock tab above the inner door handle.

Power Door Locks MASTER DOOR LOCK SWITCH

Door Locks

To unlock

RED INDICATOR 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. OnCanadianDXandDX-Amodels 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. Release the handle, then close the door.

UNLOCK

LOCK

AllmodelsexceptSportmodeland CanadianLXmodel Each front door can be locked or unlocked with the ignition key.

AllmodelsexceptCanadianDXand DX-Amodels To lock the doors and the tailgate, push the top of the master door lock switch on the driver's door, pull the lock tab rearward on the driver's door, or use the key in the outside door lock on the driver's door. Pushing the bottom of the master door lock switch unlocks all doors and the tailgate.

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2009 Fit Door Locks

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 getting out of the vehicle, pull the lock tab rearward and close the door. To lock the driver's door, remove key from ignition switch and pull the lock tab rearward or push the top of the master door lock switch, then close the door.

LockoutPrevention If you forget and leave the key in the ignition switch, lockout prevention will not allow you to lock the driver's door. With any door open and the key in the ignition switch, locking with master door lock switch is disabled. If the driver's door is closed, the lock tab on the driver's door is not disabled. Pulling the driver's lock tab rearward will lock all doors. If you try to lock an open driver's door by pulling the lock tab rearward, the driver's door lock tab pops out and unlocks the driver's door.

Childproof Door Locks

LEVER

Unlock

Lock

The childproof door locks are designed to prevent children seated in the rear from accidentally opening the rear doors. Each rear door has a lock lever near the edge. With the lever in the LOCK position (lever is down), the door cannot be opened from the inside regardless of the position of the lock tab. To open the door, pull the lock tab forward and use the outside door handle.

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2009 Fit Auto Door Locking/Unlocking OnallmodelsexceptCanadianDXand 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 described on the following pages. When you customize the setting, make sure your vehicle is parked safely, the engine is off, and apply the parking brake. Make all settings before you start driving.

Auto Door Locking The auto door locking feature has three possible settings: ● The auto door locking is deactivated all the time.

● All doors and tailgate lock

whenever you move the shift lever out of the Park (P) position (A/T vehicles).

● All doors and tailgate lock when the vehicle speed reaches 9 mph (15 km/h). This is the default setting.

Door Locks

ToturnofftheAutoDoorLock 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.

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2009 Fit Door Locks

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.

ToprogramtheParkLockmode: Locksalldoorsandtailgatewhenthe shiftleverismovedoutofthePark(P) position(A/Tvehiclesonly).

3. Push and hold the front of the master door lock switch on the driver's door. You will hear a click. Keep holding the switch until you hear another click (after about 5
seconds).

4. Release the switch, and within 5

seconds, turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (0) position.

1. Make sure the shift lever is in the

Park (P) position.

2. Turn the ignition switch to the ON

(II) position, and make sure to close the driver's door.

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2009 Fit ToprogramtheDriveLockmode: Locksalldoorsandtailgatewhenthe vehicle'sspeedreachesabout9mph(15
km/h).

A/T models

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 door.

3. OnA/Tvehicles,push and hold the

brake pedal, and move the shift lever out of the Park (P) position.

4. Push and hold the front of the master door lock switch on the driver's door. You will hear a click. Keep holding the switch until you hear another click (after about 5
seconds).

5. Release the switch, and within 5

seconds, turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) position. On A/Tvehicles,move the shift lever to the Park (P) position.

6. Turn the ignition switch to the

LOCK (0) position.

Door Locks

Auto Door Unlocking The auto door unlocking feature has five possible settings: ● The auto door unlocking is

deactivated all the time.

● OnA/Tvehicles,the driver's door unlocks when you move the shift lever to the Park (P) position. This is the default setting.

● All doors and tailgate unlock when

you move the shift lever to the Park (P) position (A/T vehicles).

● The driver's door unlocks

whenever you turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) position. This is the default setting on M/T vehicles.

● All doors and tailgate unlock

whenever you turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) position.

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2009 Fit Door Locks

ToturnofftheAutoDoorUnlock modes:

4. Release the switch, and within 5

seconds, turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (0) position.

2. Turn the ignition switch to the ON

(II) position, and make sure to close the driver's door.

ToprogramtheParkUnlockmode: Unlocksthedriver'sdoororalldoors andtailgatewhentheshiftleveris movedintothePark(P)position(A/T vehiclesonly).

1. Make sure the shift lever is in the

Park (P) 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 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 seconds, you will hear another click.

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3. Push and hold the rear of the

master door lock switch on the driver's door. You will hear a click. Continue to hold the switch: ● Until you hear another click

(after about 5 seconds) to activate driver'sdoorunlock feature.

● Or, until you hear two more

clicks (after about 10 seconds) to activate alldoorsandtailgate unlockfeature.

4. Release the switch, and within 5

seconds, turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (0) position.

2009 Fit ToprogramtheIgnitionSwitch Unlockmode: Unlocksthedriver'sdoororalldoors andtailgatewhentheignitionswitchis movedoutoftheON(II)position.

3. OnA/Tvehicles,push and hold the

brake pedal, then move the shift lever out of the Park (P) position.

4. Push and hold the rear of the

master door lock switch on the driver's door. You will hear a click. Continue to hold the switch: ● Until you hear another click

(after about 5 seconds) to activate driver'sdoorunlock feature.

A/T models

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 door.

● Or, until you hear two more

clicks (after about 10 seconds) to activate alldoorsandtailgate unlockfeature.

5. Release the switch, and within 5

seconds, turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) position. On A/Tvehicles,move the shift lever to the Park (P) position.

6. Turn the ignition switch to the

LOCK (0) position.

Door Locks

Even if your vehicle's battery is removed or goes dead, the system keeps the auto door lock/unlock setting which you selected.

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2009 Fit Tailgate

AllmodelsexceptCanadianDXand DX-Amodels 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).

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LOCK

UNLOCK

KEY

AllmodelsexceptSportmodeland CanadianLXmodel You can lock or unlock the tailgate with the key.

HANDLE

To open the tailgate, pull the handle, then lift up.

2009 Fit Unlocking the Tailgate

Tailgate

Lock Unlock

TAILGATE HANDLE

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.

OnSportmodelandCanadianLXmodel If the power door lock system cannot unlock the tailgate, unlock it manually. Place a cloth on the edge of the cover, then use a small flat-tipped screwdriver to remove the cover on the back of the tailgate.

Push the release lever to the right as shown. If you need to unlock the tailgate manually, it means there is a problem with the tailgate. Have the vehicle checked by your dealer.

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2009 Fit PANIC － Press this button for about 2 seconds to attract attention: the horn will sound, and the exterior lights will flash for about 30 seconds. To cancel panic mode, press any other button on the remote transmitter, or turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position.

Remote Transmitter

LOCK BUTTON

LED

UNLOCK BUTTON

PANIC BUTTON

OnSportmodelandCanadianLXmodel 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 if any door or the tailgate is not fully closed or the key is in the ignition switch.

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UNLOCK － Press this button once to unlock the driver's door. Push it twice to unlock the remaining doors and the tailgate. Some exterior lights will flash twice each time you press the button. The ceiling light (if the ceiling light switch is in the door activated position) will come on when you press the UNLOCK button. If you do not open any door or the tailgate within 30 seconds, the light fades out. If you relock the doors and the tailgate with the remote transmitter before 30 seconds have elapsed, the light will go off immediately. If you do not open any door or the tailgate within 30 seconds, they will automatically relock and the security system (if equipped) will set.

2009 Fit RemoteTransmitterCare ● 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 unlock the doors and the tailgate, replace the battery as soon as possible. Battery type: CR1616

Remote Transmitter

SCREW To replace the battery: 1. Remove the screw at the base of

the transmitter with a small Phillips-head screwdriver.

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2009 Fit 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 environment. Always confirm local regulations for battery disposal.

5. Install the parts in reverse order.

AsrequiredbytheFCC:Thisdevice complieswithPart15oftheFCCrules. Operationissubjecttothefollowingtwo conditions:(1)Thisdevicemaynot causeharmfulinterference,and(2)this devicemustacceptanyinterference received,includinginterferencethatmay causeundesiredoperation. Changesormodificationsnotexpressly approvedbythepartyresponsiblefor compliancecouldvoidtheuser's authoritytooperatetheequipment. ThisdevicecomplieswithIndustry CanadaStandardRSS-210.Operationis subjecttothefollowingtwoconditions: (1)thisdevicemaynotcause interference,and(2)thisdevicemust acceptanyinterferencethatmaycause