your dealer.
330
Warranty and Customer Relations
Customer Service Information .... 332
Warranty Coverages ................... 333
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S.
Vehicles)................................. 334
Authorized Manuals.................... 335
331
Canadian Owners: Customer Relations Honda Canada Inc.
Visit www.honda.ca for contact information
Tel: 1-888-9-HONDA-9
Fax: 1-877-939-0909
In Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin
Islands:
Bella International
P.O. Box 190816
San Juan, PR 00919-0816
Tel: (787) 620-7546
When you call or write, please give us this information: ● Vehicle Identification Number (see
page 316)
● Name and address of the dealer
who services your vehicle
● Date of purchase ● Odometer reading of your vehicle ● Your name, address, and
telephone number
● A detailed description of the
problem
● Name of the dealer who sold the
vehicle to you
Customer Service Information
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 dissatisfied with the
decision made by the dealership's
management, contact Honda
Customer Service.
U.S. Owners:
American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Automobile Customer Service
Mail Stop 500-2N-7A
1919 Torrance Boulevard
Torrance, California 90501-2746
Tel: (800) 999-1009
332
U.S. Owners Your new vehicle is covered by these warranties: NewVehicleLimitedWarranty- covers your new vehicle, except for the battery, emissions control systems, and accessories against defects in materials and workmanship. EmissionsControlSystemsDefects WarrantyandEmissions PerformanceWarranty- these two warranties cover your vehicle's emissions control systems. Time, mileage, and coverage are conditional. Please read your warranty booklet for exact information. OriginalEquipmentBatteryLimited Warranty- this warranty gives up to 100% credit toward a replacement battery.
SeatBeltLimitedWarranty- a seat belt that fails to function properly is covered by a limited warranty. Please read your warranty booklet for details. RustPerforationLimitedWarranty- all exterior body panels are covered for rust-through from the inside for the specified time period with no mileage limit. AccessoryLimitedWarranty- Honda accessories are covered under this warranty. Time and mileage limits depend on the type of accessory and other factors. Please read your warranty booklet for details. ReplacementPartsLimitedWarranty - covers all Honda replacement parts against defects in materials and workmanship.
Warranty Coverages
ReplacementBatteryLimited Warranty- provides prorated coverage for a replacement battery purchased from your dealer. ReplacementMufflerLifetime LimitedWarranty- provides coverage for as long as the purchaser of the muffler owns the vehicle. Restrictions and exclusions apply to all these warranties. Please read the 2010 Honda warranty information booklet that came with your vehicle for precise information on warranty coverages. Your vehicle's original tires are covered by their manufacturer. Tire warranty information is in a separate booklet. Canadian Owners Please refer to the 2010 warranty manual that came with your vehicle.
333
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Vehicles)
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 defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
To contact NHTSA, you may call the
Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at
1-888-327-4236
(TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to
http://www.safercar.gov; or write to:
Administrator, NHTSA, 1200 New
Jersey Avenue, SE., Washington, DC
20590. You can also obtain other
information about motor vehicle
safety from http://www.safercar.gov.
334
Authorized Manuals
Service Manual: Covers maintenance and recommended procedures for repair to engine and chassis components. It is written for the journeyman mechanic, but it is simple enough for most mechanically inclined owners to understand. Electrical Troubleshooting Manual: Complements the Service Manual by providing in-depth troubleshooting information for each electrical circuit in your vehicle. Body Repair Manual: Describes the procedures involved in the replacement of damaged body parts.
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
Form Number
61TK610
61TK601EL
61TK630
31TK6610
31TK6810
31TK6M10
31TK6Q10
HON-R
Form Description
2010 Honda Fit Service Manual
2010 Honda Fit
Electrical Troubleshooting Manual 2009 Honda Fit Body Repair Manual
2010 Honda Fit Owner's Manual
2010 Honda Fit Navigation System Owner's Manual
2010 Honda Fit Honda Service History
2010 Honda Fit Technology Reference Guide
Order Form for Previous Years- Indicate Year and Model Desired
335
336
A
Accessories and
Modifications .......................... 206
ACCESSORY (Ignition Key
Position) ................................... 80
Accessory Power Socket ............ 106
Additives, Engine Oil ................. 254
Adjusting the Steering Wheel ...... 77
Advanced Airbags ........................ 27
Airbag (SRS) ............................ 9, 22
Air Conditioning System ............ 110
Usage ...................................... 112
Air Pressure, Tires .............. 273, 274
Alcohol in Gasoline .................... 198
Antifreeze ................................... 256
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)
Indicator Light .................. 62, 231
Operation ................................ 231
Anti-theft, Audio System ............. 191
Anti-theft Steering Column
Lock ......................................... 80
Audio Antenna ........................... 268
Auto Door Locking ....................... 83
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .... 83
Index
Auto Door Unlocking ................... 85
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners ... 20
Automatic Speed Control ........... 194
Automatic Transmission ............ 219
Capacity, Fluid ........................ 319
Checking Fluid Level .............. 259
Paddle Shifters ........................ 224
Shifting ................................... 219
Shift Lever Position
Indicators ............................ 219
Shift Lever Positions ............... 220
Shift Lock Release ................... 223
Automatic Transmission Fluid ... 259
Auxiliary Input Jack ................... 190
Average Fuel Economy ................ 70
Belts, Seat ................................ 8, 18
Beverage Holders ...................... 106
Booster Seats ............................... 50
Brakes
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ........... 231
Break-in, New Linings ............. 198
Bulb Replacement ................... 266
Fluid ....................................... 261
Parking ................................... 102
System Design ........................ 230
System Indicator ............... 60, 305
Wear Indicators ....................... 230
Braking System .......................... 230
Break-in, New Vehicle ................ 198
Brightness Control,
Instruments .............................. 76
Battery
Charging System
Indicator ........................ 60, 303
Jump Starting .......................... 299
Maintenance ........................... 279
Specifications .......................... 320
Before Driving ........................... 197
CONTINUED
Index
Bulb Replacement
Back-up Lights ........................ 266
Brake Lights ........................... 266
Fog Lights ............................... 265
Front Parking Lights ............... 263
Front Side Marker Lights ........ 263
Front Turn Signal Lights ......... 264
Headlights .............................. 262
Rear Bulbs .............................. 266
Specifications .......................... 319
Taillights ................................. 266
Turn Signal Lights .......... 263, 266
Bulbs, Halogen .......................... 262
Capacities Chart ......................... 319
Carbon Monoxide Hazard ............ 53
Cargo ......................................... 208
Cargo Hook ................................ 212
Cargo, How to Carry .................. 208
Carrying Cargo .......................... 208
CAUTION, Explanation of ............ iii
CD Care ..................................... 186
CD Error Messages ............ 128, 157
II
CD Player ........................... 122, 149
Ceiling Light .............................. 107
Certification Label ...................... 316
Chains, Tires .............................. 278
Changing a Flat Tire .................. 285
Changing Oil
How to .................................... 254
When to .................................. 245
Charging System
Indicator ........................... 60, 303
Check Fuel Cap Indicator ............. 70
Checklist, Before Driving ........... 215
Childproof Door Locks ................. 82
Child Safety .................................. 34
Booster Seats ........................... 50
Child Seats .................... 39, 40, 41
Important Safety Reminders ..... 38
Infants ...................................... 39
Larger Children ....................... 49
LATCH ..................................... 43
Risks with Airbags ................... 35
Small Children ......................... 40
Tethers .................................... 47
Warning Labels ........................ 36
Where Should a Child Sit? ........ 35
Child Seats ............................. 34, 41
LATCH Anchorage Points ........ 43
Tether Anchorage Points ......... 47
Cleaning the Seat Belts .............. 267
Clock .......................................... 192
Clutch Fluid ............................... 261
Code, Audio System ................... 191
CO in the Exhaust ................ 53, 326
Cold Weather, Starting in ........... 216
Compact Spare Tire .................... 284
Controls, Instruments and ............ 57
Coolant
Adding .................................... 256
Checking ................................ 202
Proper Solution ....................... 256
Temperature Indicator ............. 63
Crankcase Emissions Control
System ................................... 326
Cruise Control Indicator ............... 65
Cruise Control Operation ........... 194
Cruise Main Indicator .................. 65
Cup Holders ............................... 106
Customer Service ....................... 332
D
DANGER, Explanation of ............. iii
Dashboard ............................... 3, 58
Daytime Running Lights (Canada
only) ......................................... 75
Daytime Running Lights
Indicator ................................... 65
Dead Battery .............................. 299
Defects, Reporting Safety (U.S.
only) ....................................... 334
Defogger, Rear Window ............... 76
Defrosting the Windows ............ 113
Detachable Anchor ...................... 99
Dimensions ................................ 318
Dimming the Headlights .............. 74
Dipstick
Automatic Transmission ......... 259
Engine Oil ............................... 201
Directional Signals ................. 63, 74
Disc Brake Wear Indicators ....... 230
Disc Care ................................... 186
Disc Player Error
Messages ........................ 128, 157
Disposal of Used Oil ................... 255
Doors
Auto Door Locking/
Unlocking ............................. 83
Childproof Door Locks ............. 82
Locking and Unlocking ............ 81
Power Door Locks ................... 81
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S.
Vehicles) ................................ 321
Downshifting, Manual
Transmission .......................... 217
Driver and Passenger Safety .......... 5
Driving ....................................... 213
Economy ................................. 203
Driving Guidelines ..................... 214
Driving with the Paddle Shifters
(Sport only) ............................ 224
Dust and Pollen Filter ................ 268
Economy, Fuel ........................... 203
Electric Power Steering (EPS)
Indicator ................................... 62
Emergencies on the Road .......... 283
Battery, Jump Starting ............. 299
Index
Brake System Indicator ..... 60, 305
Changing a Flat Tire ............... 285
Charging System
Indicator ........................ 60, 303
Checking the Fuses ................ 307
Driving with a Flat Tire ........... 284
Hazard Warning Flashers ........ 76
Jump Starting .......................... 299
Low Oil Pressure
Indicator ........................ 60, 303
Malfunction Indicator
Lamp ............................. 60, 304
Overheated Engine ................. 301
Towing .................................... 311
Emergency Brake ...................... 102
Emergency Flashers .................... 76
Emergency Towing .................... 311
Emissions Controls .................... 326
Emissions Testing ...................... 329
CONTINUED III
Index
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 ............. 253
Overheating ............................ 301
Specifications .......................... 318
Speed Limiter .................. 218, 222
Starting ................................... 216
Engine Coolant .......................... 256
Engine Number ......................... 317
Ethanol in Gasoline .................... 198
Evaporative Emissions
Controls .................................. 326
Exhaust Emissions Controls ...... 327
Exhaust Fumes ............................ 53
Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat
Belts by .................................... 16
IV
Fan, Interior ............................... 111
Features ..................................... 109
Filters
Dust and Pollen ....................... 268
Oil ........................................... 254
Flashers, Hazard Warning ........... 76
Flat Tire, Changing a ................. 285
Floor Mats ................................. 267
Fluids
Automatic Transmission ......... 259
Brake ...................................... 261
Clutch ..................................... 261
Location .................................. 252
Manual Transmission .............. 260
Windshield Washer ................. 258
FM/AM Radio Reception ........... 184
Four-way Flashers ........................ 76
Front Airbags ........................... 9, 25
Front Seat
Adjusting .................................. 93
Fuel ............................................ 198
Check Fuel Cap Indicator ......... 70
Economy ................................. 203
Fill Door and Cap .................... 199
Gauge ...................................... 70
Low Fuel Indicator ................... 62
Octane Requirement ............... 198
Reserve Indicator ..................... 62
Tank, Filling the ...................... 199
Fuel Economy ............................ 203
Fuses, Checking the .................. 307
Gas Mileage, Improving ............. 204
Gasoline ..................................... 198
Low Fuel Indicator ................... 62
Octane Requirement ............... 198
Tank, Refueling ....................... 199
Gas Station Procedures .............. 199
Gauges
Fuel .......................................... 70
Odometer ................................. 70
Speedometer ............................ 68
Tachometer .............................. 68
Gearshift Lever Positions
Automatic
Transmission ............... 219, 220
Manual Transmission .............. 217
Glove Box .................................. 105
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
(GVWR) ................................. 210
High-Low Beam Switch ................ 74
Hood, Opening and Closing
the .......................................... 200
Horn ........................................ 4, 72
Hydraulic Clutch ........................ 261
Halogen Headlight Bulbs ........... 262
Hazard Warning Flashers ............ 76
Headlights ............................. 74, 75
Aiming .................................... 262
Daytime Running Lights (Canada
only) ..................................... 75
High Beam Indicator ................ 65
High Beams, Turning on .......... 74
Lights On Indicator .................. 64
Low Beams, Turning on ........... 74
Reminder Chime ................. 74, 75
Replacing Halogen Bulbs ........ 262
Turning on ............................... 74
Head Restraints ............................ 94
Heated Mirror ............................ 102
Heating and Cooling .................. 110
High Altitude, Starting at ............ 216
High Beam Lever ......................... 75
Identification Number,
Vehicle ................................... 316
Ignition
Keys ......................................... 78
Switch ...................................... 80
Timing Control System ........... 327
Immobilizer System ..................... 79
Important Safety Precautions ......... 6
Indicators, Instrument Panel ........ 59
ABS (Anti-lock Brake) ....... 62, 231
Brake (Parking and Brake
System) ......................... 60, 305
Charging System .............. 60, 303
Check Fuel Cap ....................... 70
Cruise Control .......................... 65
Cruise Main ............................. 65
Door and Tailgate Open ........... 62
Index
DRL (Daytime Running
Lights) .................................. 65
Electric Power Steering ............ 62
Fog Lights ................................ 64
High Beam ............................... 65
High Temperature ................... 63
Key (Immobilizer System) ....... 66
Lights On ................................. 64
Low Fuel .................................. 62
Low Oil Pressure .............. 60, 303
Low Temperature ..................... 63
Low Tire Pressure ............. 64, 235
Maintenance Minder ......... 66, 245
Malfunction Indicator
Lamp ............................. 60, 304
Passenger Airbag Off ............... 31
Seat Belt Reminder ............. 18, 60
Security System ....................... 66
Side Airbag Off .................... 31, 61
SRS ..................................... 30, 61
TPMS ................................ 64, 236
Turn Signal and Hazard
Warning ............................... 63
VSA Off .................................... 67
VSA System ............................. 67
CONTINUED
Index
Washer Level ........................... 65
Infant Restraint ............................ 39
Infant Seats .................................. 39
Tether Anchorage Point ........... 47
Inflation, Proper Tire .................. 273
Recommended Pressures ....... 274
Inside Mirror ............................. 101
Inspection, Tire .......................... 275
Installing a Child Seat .................. 42
Instant Fuel Economy .................. 70
Instrument Panel .......................... 59
Instrument Panel Brightness ....... 76
Instruments and Controls ............. 57
Interior Lights ............................ 107
Ceiling Light ........................... 107
Introduction ................................... i
iPod® Error Messages ......... 135, 176
Jacking up the Vehicle ............... 285
Jack, Tire ................................... 285
Jump Starting ............................. 299
VI
Keys ............................................. 78
Label, Certification ..................... 316
Lane Change, Signaling ............... 74
Lap/Shoulder Belt ................. 14, 19
LATCH Anchorage System .......... 43
Lights
Bulb Replacement ................... 262
Indicator ................................... 59
Interior .................................... 107
Parking .................................... 74
Turn Signal .............................. 74
Load Limit .................................. 209
LOCK (Ignition Key Position) ...... 80
Locks
Anti-theft Steering Column ....... 80
Childproof Door ....................... 82
Fuel Fill Door .......................... 199
Lockout Prevention .................. 82
Power Door .............................. 81
Tailgate .................................... 88
Low Coolant Level ...................... 202
Lower Anchors ............................. 43
Lower Glove Box ........................ 105
Low Fuel Indicator ....................... 62
Low Oil Pressure
Indicator ........................... 60, 303
Lubricant Specifications Chart ... 319
Luggage, Storing (cargo) ........... 208
Maintenance .............................. 243
Main Items and Sub Items ...... 248
Minder .................................... 245
Minder Indicator ...................... 66
Owner's Maintenance
Checks ................................ 250
Safety ...................................... 244
Schedule ................................. 251
Malfunction Indicator
Lamp ................................ 60, 304
Manual Transmission ................. 217
Checking Fluid Level .............. 260
Shifting ................................... 217
Manual Transmission Fluid ....... 260
Meters, Gauges ............................ 68
Methanol in Gasoline ................. 198
Mirrors, Adjusting ...................... 101
Modifications ............................. 207
Modifying Your Vehicle ............. 207
Neutral Gear Position ................. 221
New Vehicle Break-in ................. 198
Normal Shift Speeds .................. 218
NOTICE, Explanation of ................ i
Numbers, Identification ............. 316
Octane Requirement,
Gasoline ................................. 198
Odometer ..................................... 70
Odometer, Trip ............................ 69
Oil
Change, How to ...................... 254
Change, When to .................... 245
Checking Engine .................... 201
Life, Engine ............................. 245
Pressure Indicator ............. 60, 303
Selecting Proper Viscosity
Chart ................................... 253
Onboard Refueling Vapor
Recovery ................................ 326
ON (Ignition Key Position) .......... 80
Outside Mirrors ......................... 101
Overheating, Engine .................. 301
Owner's Maintenance Checks .... 250
Oxygenated Fuels ...................... 198
Paddle Shifters ........................... 224
Panel Brightness Control ............. 76
Park Gear Position ..................... 220
Parking ...................................... 229
Parking Brake ............................ 102
Parking Brake and Brake System
Indicator ........................... 60, 305
Parking Lights ............................. 74
Parking Over Things that
Burn ................................ 229, 328
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .... 31
PGM-FI System .......................... 327
Index
Playing a Disc ..................... 122, 149
Playing an iPod® .................. 129, 170
Playing a PC card ....................... 158
Playing a USB Flash Memory
Device ............................. 136, 177
Playing the AM/FM Radio ......... 143
Playing the FM/AM Radio ......... 115
Pollen Filter ............................... 268
Power Door Locks ....................... 81
Power Socket Location ............... 106
Power Windows ......................... 100
Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts ........ 16
Preparing to Drive ...................... 215
Proper Seat Belt Usage ................ 14
Protecting Adults and Teens ........ 11
Additional Safety Precautions ... 17
Advice for Pregnant Women .... 16
Protecting Children ...................... 34
General Guidelines .................. 34
Protecting Infants ..................... 39
Protecting Larger Children ...... 49
Protecting Small Children ........ 40
Using Child Seats with
Tethers ................................. 47
Using LATCH .......................... 43
CONTINUED VII
Index
Radiator Overheating ................. 301
Radio/Disc Sound System ......... 143
Radio Theft Protection ............... 191
Readiness Codes ........................ 329
Rear Lights, Bulb
Replacement ........................... 266
Rearview 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 ..................... 90
Replacement Information
Dust and Pollen Filter ............. 268
Engine Oil and Filter ............... 254
Fuses ...................................... 306
Light Bulbs ............................. 262
Schedule ................................. 251
Spark Plugs ............................. 318
Tires ....................................... 276
VIII
Wiper Blades .......................... 269
Replacing Seat Belts After a
Crash ........................................ 20
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S.
Vehicles) ................................ 334
Reserve Tank, Engine
Coolant ............................ 202, 256
Restraint, Child ............................ 34
Reverse Gear Position ................ 221
Reverse Lockout ........................ 217
Rotation, Tire ............................. 276
Safety Belts .............................. 8, 18
Safety Defects, Reporting (U.S.
only) ....................................... 334
Safety Features .............................. 7
Airbags ................................. 9, 22
Door Locks .............................. 11
Head Restraints ........................ 13
Seat Belts ........................ 8, 14, 18
Seats & Seat-Backs .............. 11, 12
Safety Labels, Location of ............. 54
Safety Messages .......................... iii
Seat Belts ................................. 8, 18
Additional Information ............. 18
Advice for Pregnant Women .... 16
Automatic Seat Belt
Tensioners ........................... 20
Cleaning .................................. 267
Detachable Anchor .................. 99
Lap/Shoulder Belt .............. 14, 19
Maintenance ............................ 20
Reminder Indicator and
Beeper ............................. 18, 60
System Components ................ 18
Use During Pregnancy ............. 16
Wearing a Lap/Shoulder
Belt .................................. 14, 19
Seats ............................................ 93
Seats, Adjusting the ..................... 93
Seat Under Box .......................... 106
Security System ......................... 193
Security System Indicator ............ 66
Sensors
Driver's Seat Position Sensor ... 27
Front Passenger's Weight
Sensors ................................ 27
Impact Sensors ................... 22, 23
Serial Number ............................ 316
Service Intervals ......................... 245
Service Manual (U.S. only) ........ 335
Service Station Procedures ........ 199
Setting the Clock ........................ 192
Shifting the Automatic
Transmission .......................... 219
Shift Lever Position Indicators ... 219
Shift Lock Release ...................... 223
Side Airbags ................................. 28
How the Side Airbag Off
Indicator Works ................... 31
How Your Side Airbags Work .. 28
Side Curtain Airbags .................... 30
How Your Side Curtain Airbags
Work .................................... 30
Side Marker Lights, Bulb
Replacement in ....................... 263
Signaling Turns ............................ 63
Snow Tires ................................. 278
Spare Tire .................................. 284
Inflating ........................... 273, 284
Specifications .......................... 320
Spark Plugs ................................ 318
Specifications ............................. 318
Speed Control ............................ 194
Speed Limiter ...................... 218, 222
Speedometer ................................ 68
SRS, Additional Information ......... 22
Additional Safety Precautions ... 33
Airbag Service .......................... 32
Airbag System Components ..... 22
How the Side Airbag Off
Indicator Works ................... 31
How the SRS Indicator Works .. 30
How Your Front Airbags
Work .................................... 25
How Your Side Airbags Work .. 28
How Your Side Curtain Airbags
Work .................................... 30
SRS Indicator ......................... 30, 61
START (Ignition Key Position) ..... 80
Starting the Engine .................... 216
In Cold Weather at High
Altitude ................................ 216
With a Dead Battery ................ 299
State Emissions Testing ............. 329
Steam Coming from Engine ....... 301
Steering Wheel
Adjustments ............................. 77
Anti-theft Column Lock ............ 80
Buttons ........................... 189, 194
Storing Your Vehicle .................. 281
Index
Sun Visor ................................... 106
Supplemental Restraint
System .............................. 9, 22
Servicing .................................. 32
SRS Indicator ...................... 30, 61
System Components ................ 22
Synthetic Oil .............................. 254
Tachometer .................................. 68
Tailgate ........................................ 88
Open Indicator ......................... 62
Opening the ............................. 88
Taillights, Changing Bulbs in ..... 266
Taking Care of the
Unexpected ............................ 283
CONTINUED IX
Index
Technical Descriptions
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S.
Vehicles) ............................. 321
Emissions Control Systems ..... 326
Three Way Catalytic
Converter ............................ 328
Tire Labeling ........................... 323
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) - Required Federal
Explanation ...................... 324
Temperature Indicator ................. 63
Temporarily Repairing a Flat
Tire ........................................ 291
Tensioners, Seat Belts .................. 20
Tether Anchorage Points ............. 47
Theft Protection, Radio .............. 191
Three Way Catalytic
Converter ............................... 328
Tilt/Telescopic Steering Wheel ... 77
Time, Setting the ........................ 192
Tire Chains ................................ 278
Tire, How to Change a Flat ........ 285
Tire Information ......................... 323
Tire Labeling .............................. 323
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) ........................... 235, 324
Tires .......................................... 273
Air Pressure ............................ 274
Chains ..................................... 278
Checking Wear ....................... 275
Compact Spare ........................ 284
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S.
Vehicles) ............................. 321
Inflation ................................... 273
Inspection ............................... 275
Labeling .................................. 323
Low Tire Pressure
Indicator ........................ 64, 235
Maintenance ........................... 276
Pressure Monitoring System ... 235
Replacing ................................ 276
Rotating .................................. 276
Snow ....................................... 278
Specifications .......................... 320
Tools, Tire Changing ................. 285
Towing
A Trailer .................................. 238
Emergency Wrecker ............... 311
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring
System) .............................. 235
Indicator ............................ 64, 236
Required Federal
Explanation ......................... 324
Transmission
Checking Fluid Level,
Automatic ............................ 259
Checking Fluid Level,
Manual ................................ 260
Fluid Selection ................ 259, 260
Identification Number ............. 316
Shifting the Automatic ............. 219
Shifting the Manual ................. 217
Treadwear .................................. 321
Trip Meter ................................... 69
Turn Signals ................................. 63
Unexpected, Taking Care of
the .......................................... 283
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
(U.S. only) .............................. 321
Unleaded Gasoline ..................... 198
Upper Glove Box ........................ 105
USB Flash Memory Device Error
Messages ........................ 142, 183
Used Oil, How to Dispose of ...... 255
Vehicle Capacity Load ................ 209
Vehicle Dimensions ................... 318
Vehicle Identification Number ... 316
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®),
aka Electronic Stability
Control (ESC), System
VSA OFF Indicator .................. 233
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA)
System ................................ 233
VSA OFF Indicator ................... 67
VSA OFF Switch ..................... 234
VSA System Indicator .............. 67
Vehicle Storage .......................... 281
Ventilation .................................. 112
VIN ............................................ 316
Viscosity, Oil .............................. 253
WARNING, Explanation of ........... iii
Warning Labels, Location of ......... 54
Warranty Coverages (U.S.
only) ....................................... 333
Washer, Windshield
Checking the Fluid Level ........ 258
Fluid Level Indicator (Canada
only) ..................................... 65
Operation ................................. 73
Wheels
Adjusting the Steering .............. 77
Alignment and Balance ........... 276
Compact Spare ........................ 284
Wrench, Nut ........................... 285
Windows
Auto Reverse ........................... 101
Operating the Power ............... 100
Rear, Defogger ......................... 76
Windshield
Cleaning ................................... 73
Defroster ................................. 113
Washers ............................ 73, 258
Wipers, Windshield
Changing Blades ..................... 269
Operation ................................. 73
Rear Windshield Wiper and
Washer ................................. 73
Worn Tires ................................. 275
Index
Wrecker, Emergency Towing .... 311
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Service Information Summary
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 Transmission Fluid: Honda Manual Transmission Fluid preferred, or an SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 motor oil as a temporary replacement (see page 260). Capacity (including differential): 1.6 US qt (1.5 L)
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 261). Tire Pressure (measured cold): Front/Rear: All models except Sport
32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm2)
Sport model
33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm2)
Spare Tire Pressure:
60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm2)
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Introduction
As you read this manual, you will find information that is preceded by a
symbol. This information is intended to help you avoid damage to your vehicle, other property, or the environment.
Congratulations! Your selection of a 2010 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 maintenance minder shown in the instrument panel 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
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 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.
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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 - on the vehicle. ● Safety Messages - preceded by a safety alert symbol
and one of
three signal words: DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION. These signal words mean:
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 - such as Important Safety Reminders or Important
Safety Precautions.
● Safety Section - such as Driver and Passenger Safety. ● Instructions - how to use this vehicle correctly and safely. This entire book is filled with important safety information - please read it carefully.
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Contents
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 (heating and cooling, audio, steering wheel, security, and cruise control) ................................................ 109
Before Driving (fuel, vehicle break-in, and cargo loading)....................................................................................... 197
Driving (engine and transmission operation) ........................................................................................................... 213
Maintenance (minder, fluid checking, minor services, and vehicle storage) ........................................................... 243
Taking Care of the Unexpected (flat tire, jump starting, overheating, and fuses) ................................................... 283
Technical Information (vehicle specifications, tires, and emissions controls) ........................................................ 315
Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada only) (warranty and contact information)........................ 331
Index.............................................................................................................................................................................. I I
Service Information Summary (fluid capacities and tire pressures) ............................................................... last page
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.
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. Index Service Information Summary A summary of the information you need when you pull up to the fuel pump.
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. 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, capacities, and technical information.
DRIVER'S FRONT AIRBAG (P. 9, 25)
INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATOR (P. 60) GAUGES (P. 68)
AUDIO SYSTEM (P. 115, 143) NAVIGATION SYSTEMꭧ
Your Vehicle at a Glance
MIRROR CONTROLS (P. 101)
DOOR LOCK TAB (P. 81)
POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCHꭧ (P. 81)
POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P. 100)
HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P. 200)
PASSENGER'S FRONT AIRBAG (P. 9, 25)
USB ADAPTER CABLEꭧ (P. 130, 137, 171, 178)
HEATING/COOLING CONTROLSꭧ (P. 110)
PARKING BRAKE (P. 102) Vehicle with navigation system is shown.
ꭧ: If equipped
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (P. 219) MANUAL TRANSMISSION (P. 217)
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Your Vehicle at a Glance
PADDLE SHIFTER
(DOWNSHIFT)ꭧ2
(P. 224)
HEADLIGHTS/
TURN SIGNAL/
FOG LIGHTSꭧ2
(P. 74)
REMOTE AUDIO
CONTROL
BUTTONSꭧ2
(P. 189)
NAVIGATION
SYSTEM VOICE
CONTROL
BUTTONSꭧ3
HORNꭧ1
INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS (P. 76)
PADDLE SHIFTER
(UPSHIFT)ꭧ2
(P. 224)
WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS (P. 73)
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)
ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET (P. 106)
VEHICLE STABILITY
ASSIST (VSA)
SYSTEM OFF
SWITCHꭧ2
(P. 234)
STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENTS (P. 77)
CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONSꭧ2
(P. 194)
Vehicle with navigation system is shown.
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.
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..................................... 8
Airbags........................................ 9
Protecting Adults and Teens ........... 11
1. Close and Lock the Doors........ 11
2. Adjust the Front Seats ............. 11
3. Adjust the Seat-Backs.............. 12
4. Adjust the Head Restraints ...... 13
5. Fasten and Position the 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............................. 20
Seat Belt Maintenance ................ 20
Additional Information About Your
Airbags .................................. 22
Airbag System Components ........ 22
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 ....................................... 35
The Passenger's Front Airbag
Can Pose Serious Risks........... 35
Driver and Passenger Safety
If You Must Drive with Several
Children ................................ 37
If a Child Requires Close
Attention................................ 37
Additional Safety Precautions ...... 38
Protecting Infants and Small
Children................................. 39
Protecting Infants ....................... 39
Protecting Small Children ........... 40
Selecting a Child Seat ..................... 41
Installing a Child Seat ..................... 42
Installing a Child Seat with
LATCH .................................. 43
Installing a Child Seat with a
Lap/Shoulder Belt.................. 45
Installing a Child Seat with a
Tether ................................... 47
Protecting Larger Children ............. 49
Checking Seat Belt Fit ................ 49
Using a Booster Seat................... 50
When Can a Larger Child Sit in
Front ..................................... 51
Additional Safety Precautions ...... 52
Carbon Monoxide Hazard............... 53
Safety Labels.................................. 54
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 wear them properly (see page 14). 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 34 - 52).
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. Pay Appropriate Attention to the Task of Driving Safely Engaging in mobile phone conversation or other activities that keep you from paying close attention to the road, other vehicles and pedestrians could lead to crash. Remenber, situations can change quickly, and only you can decide when it is safe to divert attention away from driving.
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 245).
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(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 the correct position and alwayswear yourseatbelts.In fact, some safety 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.
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 and territories 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 impacts - side impacts - rear impacts - 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.
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 28 for more information on how your side airbags work).
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 or front impact (see page 30 for more information on how your side curtain airbags work).
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Your Vehicle's Safety Features
Whatyoushoulddo:Always wear 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.
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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. Close and Lock the Doors 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. See page 81 for how to lock the doors, and page 62 for how the door and tailgate open indicator works. Some models have the auto door locking/unlocking feature. For more information, see page 83.
Protecting Adults and Teens
2. Adjust the Front Seats
Adjust the driver's seat as far to the rear as possible while allowing you to maintain full control of the vehicle. Have a front passenger adjust their seat as far to the rear as possible.
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Protecting Adults and Teens
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 addition to adjusting the seat, you can adjust the steering wheel up and down, and in and out (see page 77). If you cannot get far enough away from the steering wheel and still reach the controls, we recommend that you investigate whether some type of adaptive equipment may help.
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Sitting too close to a front airbag can result in serious injury or death if the front airbags inflate.
Always sit as far back from the front airbags as possible.
Once a seat is adjusted correctly, rock it back and forth to make sure it is locked in position. See page 93 for how to adjust the front seats.
3. Adjust the Seat-Backs
Adjust the driver's seat-back to a comfortable, upright position, leaving ample space between your chest and the airbag cover in the center of the steering wheel. Passengers with adjustable seat- backs should also adjust their seat- back to a comfortable, upright position.
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 sliding under the belt in a crash and being seriously injured. The farther a seat-back is reclined, the greater the risk of injury. See page 93 for how to adjust the seat-backs.
4. Adjust the Head Restraints
Adjust the driver's head restraint so the center of the back of your head rests against the center of the restraint. Have passengers adjust their head restraints properly as well. Taller persons should adjust their restraint as high as possible.
Protecting Adults and Teens
When a passenger is seated in the rear center seating position, make sure the center head restraint is properly positioned.
Improperly positioning head restraints reduces their effectiveness and you can be seriously injured in a crash.
Make sure head restraints are