Honda FIT 2018 Owner's Manual

2018

OWNER’S MANUAL

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.

NOTICE

To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is required, and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other parties, such as law enforcement, that have the special equipment, can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or the EDR.

Event Data Recorders

This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR).

The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an air bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle’s systems performed. The EDR is designed to record data related

to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of time, typically 30 seconds or less. The EDR in this vehicle is designed to record such data as:

• How various systems in your vehicle were operating;

• Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts were

buckled/fastened;

• How far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accelerator and/or brake pedal; and,

• How fast the vehicle was traveling.

These data can help provide a better understanding of the circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur. NOTE: EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only if a non-trivial crash situation occurs; no data are recorded by the EDR under normal driving conditions and no personal data (e.g., name, gender, age, and crash location) are recorded. However, other parties, such as law enforcement, could combine the EDR data with the type of personally identifying data routinely acquired during a crash investigation.

The 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. Some diagnostic and maintenance information is uploaded to Honda upon vehicle start up.

California Perchlorate Contamination Prevention Act

The airbags, seat belt tensioners, and CR type batteries in this vehicle may contain perchlorate materials - special handling may apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate/

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.

Software End User License Agreement

3DANGER

3WARNING

3CAUTION

Your vehicle comes equipped with software, which is governed by the End User License Agreement in Owner’s Manual, and which contains a binding arbitration clause. Please refer to the End User License Agreement for the terms and conditions governing your use of the installed software, as well as the applications, services, functions, and content provided through the software. Your use of the installed software will serve as your consent to the terms and conditions of the End User License Agreement. You may opt out within 30 days of your initial use of the Software by sending a signed, written notice to HONDA at American Honda Motor Co., Inc. Honda Automobile Customer Services Mail Stop 100-5E-8A, 1919 Torrance Blvd. Torrance, CA 90501-2746.

A Few Words About Safety

Your safety, and the safety of others, is very important. And operating this vehicle safely is an important responsibility.

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

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 Precautions.

● Safety Section - such as Safe Driving.

● Instructions - how to use this vehicle correctly and safely.

3 and

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 judgment.

This entire book is filled with important safety information - please read it carefully.

This owner’s manual should be considered a permanent part of the vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold.

This owner’s manual covers all models of your vehicle. You may find descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your particular model.

Images throughout this owner’s manual (including the front cover) represent features and equipment that are available on some, but not all, models. Your particular model may not have some of these features.

This owner’s manual is for vehicles sold in the United States and Canada.

The information and specifications included in this publication were in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications or design at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation.

2 Safe Driving P. 31

For Safe Driving P. 32 Seat Belts P. 36 Airbags P. 46

2 Instrument Panel P. 75

Indicators P. 76 Gauges and Displays P. 103

2 Controls P. 121

Clock P. 122 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 124 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 151 Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 154 Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items P. 182

2 Features P. 201

Audio System P. 202 Audio System Basic Operation P. 208 Customized Features P. 318 Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® P. 340

2 Driving P. 399

Before Driving P. 400 Towing a Trailer P. 405 Multi-View Rear Camera P. 481

2 Maintenance P. 487

Before Performing Maintenance P. 488 Maintenance MinderTM P. 491 Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 518 Heating and Cooling System

/Climate Control System* Maintenance P. 535

2 Handling the Unexpected P. 543

Tools P. 544 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 545 Overheating P. 558 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 560 Fuses P. 564

2 Information P. 573

Specifications P. 574 Identification Numbers P. 576 Emissions Testing P. 580 Warranty Coverages P. 582

Contents

Child Safety P. 60 Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 73 Safety Labels P. 74

Opening and Closing the Tailgate P. 145 Security System P. 148 Opening and Closing the Moonroof Adjusting the Mirrors P. 169 Adjusting the Seats P. 170 Heating and Cooling System

Audio Error Messages P. 309 General Information on the Audio System P. 314

When Driving P. 409 Braking P. 468 Parking Your Vehicle P. 480 Refueling P. 483 Fuel Economy and CO

Maintenance Under the Hood P. 499 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 511 Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 522 Battery P. 531 Remote Transmitter Care P. 533 Cleaning P. 536 Accessories and Modifications P. 541

Engine Does Not Start P. 552 Jump Starting P. 555 Shift Lever Does Not Move P. 557 Emergency Towing P. 569 When You Cannot Open the Tailgate P. 570

P. 153

P. 192 Climate Control System* P. 195

Emissions P. 486

Quick Reference Guide

Safe Driving

Instrument Panel

Controls

Features

Driving

Maintenance

Handling the Unexpected

Information

Index

P. 4

P. 31

P. 75

P. 121

P. 201

P. 399

P. 487

P. 543

P. 573

P. 587

Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 577 Reporting Safety Defects P. 579 Authorized Manuals P. 584 Customer Service Information P. 585

Quick Reference Guide

*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.

❙ Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Button

(P464)

❙ ENGINE START/STOP Button

(P155)

❙ Steering Wheel Adjustments (P168)

❙ Heating and Cooling System

(P192)

❙ Climate Control System

(P195)

❙ Rear Window Defogger (P167) ❙ Heated Mirror Button

(P167)

❙ Audio System (P202) ❙ Navigation System

() See the Navigation System Manual

❙ ECON Button

(P427)

❙ Ignition Switch

(P154)

❙ Hazard Warning Button

❙ (Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®) System OFF) Button (P460) ❙ Collision Mitigation Braking System

(CMBSTM) OFF Button* (P472)

❙ Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) Button

(P447)

❙ System Indicators (P76) ❙ Gauges (P103) ❙ Information Display (P104) ❙ Multi-Information Display

(P107)

Visual Index

Quick Reference Guide

❙ Wipers/Washers (P164)

❙ Paddle Shifter (Shift Up)

(P422)

❙ (Select/Reset) Knob (P104) ❙ Brightness Control (P166)

❙ Display Button

(P230)

❙ Paddle Shifter (Shift Down)

(P 422)

❙ Headlights/Turn Signals (P159) ❙ Fog Lights

(P162)

❙ LaneWatch

(P461)

❙ Audio Remote Control Buttons

(P206)

❙ Horn (Press an area around .) ❙ Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® System

Voice Control Buttons

(P340, 365)

❙ Navigation System Voice Control Buttons

() See the Navigation System Manual

❙ Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Buttons

(P433)

❙ Interval Button

(P441)

❙ Cruise Control Buttons

(P428)

❙ Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) Button

(P452)

* Not available on all models

Visual Index

Quick Reference Guide

❙ Glove Box (P184)

❙ Shift Lever

Continuously Variable Transmission

(P416)

Manual Transmission* (P423)

❙ Seat Heater Switches

(P191)

❙ Parking Brake (P468)

❙ Hood Release Handle (P500) ❙ Fuel Fill Door Release Handle (P484)

❙ Accessory Power Socket (P187)

❙ Passenger’s Front Airbag (P49)

❙ USB Port (P203)

❙ Interior Fuse Box (P566) ❙ Driver’s Front Airbag (P49)

❙ Power Window Switches (P151) ❙ Power Door Lock Master Switch (P137) ❙ Door Mirror Controls (P169)

Quick Reference Guide

❙ Grab Handle ❙ Coat Hook (P188)

(Only on the rear left side)

❙ Ceiling Light (P182)

❙ Side Curtain Airbags (P55)

❙ Rearview Mirror (P169) ❙ Sun Visors ❙ Vanity Mirrors ❙ Map Lights (P183) ❙ Moonroof Switch

(P153)

❙ Cargo Floor Box (P186)

❙ Cargo Area Cover

(P190)

❙ Cargo Area Light (P183)

❙ LATCH to Secure a Child Seat (P65) ❙ Rear Seat (P174)

❙ Side Airbags (P53) ❙ Accessory Power Socket

(P187)

❙ USB Port

(P203)

❙ Front Seat (P170)

❙ Seat Belts (P36) ❙ Seat Belt (Installing a Child Seat) (P67) ❙ Seat Belt to Secure a Child Seat (P69)

❙ Seat Belt with Detachable Anchor

(P43)

* Not available on all models

Visual Index

Quick Reference Guide

❙ Door Lock/Unlock Control (P127)

❙ Power Door Mirrors (P169)

❙ Maintenance Under the Hood (P499) ❙ Windshield Wipers (P164, 518)

❙ Headlights (P159, 511) ❙ Front Turn Signal/Parking Lights (P159, 512) ❙ Side Marker Lights (P159, 513)

❙ Tires (P522, 545)

❙ Fog Lights

(P162, 513)

❙ Audio Antenna (P205)

❙ High-Mount Brake Light (P516) ❙ Rear Wiper (P165, 520)

❙ Opening/Closing the Tailgate (P145) ❙ Tailgate Outer Handle/Release Button (P146)

❙ License Plate Lights (P517) ❙ Multi-View Rear Camera (P481)

❙ Brake/Tail/Rear Side Marker Lights (P516) ❙ Back-Up Lights (P515) ❙ Rear Turn Signal Lights (P515)

❙ How to Refuel (P484)

Quick Reference Guide

Ambient Meter

● The color of the ambient meter changes to green to indicate that the vehicle is being driven in a fuel efficient manner.

ECON Mode Indicator*

(P85)

Comes on when the ECON button is pressed.

ECON Button* (P427)

Helps maximize fuel economy.

Models with multi-information display

The message is displayed for a few seconds when the ECON button is pressed.

* Not available on all models

Eco Assist® System

Quick Reference Guide

Safe Driving (P 31)

Airbags (P46)

● Your vehicle is fitted with airbags to help protect you and your passengers during a moderate-to-severe collision.

Child Safety (P60)

● All children 12 and younger should be seated in the rear seat.

● Smaller children should be properly restrained in a forward-facing child seat.

● Infants must be properly restrained in a rear-facing child seat.

Exhaust Gas Hazard (P73)

● Your vehicle emits dangerous exhaust gases that contain carbon monoxide. Do not run the engine in confined spaces where carbon monoxide gas can accumulate.

Before Driving Checklist (P400)

● Before driving, check that the front seats, head restraints, steering wheel, and mirrors have been properly adjusted.

Seat Belts (P36)

● Fasten your seat belt and sit upright well back in the seat.

● Check that your passengers are wearing their seat belts correctly.

Fasten your lap belt as low as possible.

Quick Reference Guide

Instrument Panel (P75)

Lights Indicators

Malfunction Indicator Lamp

Low Oil Pressure Indicator

Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Indicator

Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®) System Indicator

VSA® OFF Indicator

Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator

Lights On Indicator

High Beam Indicator

Immobilizer System Indicator

Seat Belt Reminder Indicator

System Indicators

CRUISE MAIN

Indicator

Supplemental Restraint System Indicator

Door and Tailgate Open Indicator

Tachometer

Speedometer

Fuel Gauge

Security System Alarm Indicator

Shift Lever Position Indicator

Low Fuel Indicator

Gauges (P103)/Information Display (P104)/System Indicators (P76)

Turn Signal and Hazard Warning Indicators

High Temperature Indicator (Red)

System Indicators System Indicators

Low Tire Pressure/ TPMS Indicator

U.S. models only

Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Red)

CRUISE CONTROL Indicator

System Indicators

Charging System Indicator

U.S.

Washer Level Indicator

ECON Mode Indicator

Maintenance Minder Indicator

Fog Light Indicator

Canada

Brake System Indicator (Amber)

Canada

U.S.

M (7-speed manual shift mode) Indicator/Shift Indicator

Information Display

Models with information display

Low Temperature Indicator (Blue)

* Not available on all models

Quick Reference Guide

Lights On Indicator

System Indicators

Malfunction Indicator Lamp

Low Oil Pressure Indicator

Charging System Indicator

Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Indicator

Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®) System Indicator

VSA® OFF Indicator

Low Tire Pressure/ TPMS Indicator

Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator

Seat Belt Reminder Indicator

System Indicators

Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Red)

Supplemental Restraint System Indicator

Tachometer

Speedometer

Fuel Gauge

Security System Alarm Indicator

Shift Lever Position Indicator

Immobilizer System Indicator

ECON Mode Indicator

Turn Signal and Hazard Warning Indicators

Models with multi-information display

Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Amber)

System Indicators

High Temperature Indicator (Red)

Low Temperature Indicator (Blue)

Lights Indicators

High Beam Indicator

Fog Light Indicator

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Indicator (Amber/ Green)

System Message Indicator

Collision Mitigation Braking System

(CMBS

) Indicator

Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) Indicator

Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) Indicator (Amber/ Green)

Smart Entry System Indicator

U.S.

Canada

U.S.

Shift Up / Down Indicator

Quick Reference Guide

Controls (P121)

Models with navigation system

Models without navigation system

Clock

Models with display audio system

Models with color audio system

* Not available on all models

Clock (P122)

The navigation system receives signals from GPS satellites, updating the clock automatically.

The clock in the information display is automatically updated along with the audio system’s clock display.

a Select the (HOME) icon, then select

Settings.

b Select System, Clock/Info, then Clock

Adjustment.

c Touch the / icon to adjust the

numbers up or down.

d Select OK.

a Press and hold the MENU/CLOCK

button.

b Rotate to change hour, then press

c Rotate to change minute, then

press .

d Select SET, then press .

These indications are used to show how to operate the LIST/SELECT (List/Selector) knob.

• Rotate to select.

• Press to enter.

Quick Reference Guide

Engine START/STOP

Turn Signal Control Lever

Right

Left

Light Control Switches

Low Beam

High Beam

Flashing

Wiper/Washer Control Lever

MIST OFF INT: Low speed with intermittent LO: Low speed wipe HI: High speed wipe

Pull toward you to spray washer fluid.

Adjustment Ring

: Lower speed, fewer sweeps : High speed, more sweeps

Button

Press the button to change the vehicle’s power mode.

(P155)

Turn Signals (P159)

Lights (P159)

Wipers and Washers

(P164)

Quick Reference Guide

To adjust

To lock

Models without smart entry system

Models with smart entry system

* Not available on all models

Steering Wheel (P168)

● To adjust, pull the adjustment lever towards you, adjust to the desired position, then lock the lever back in place.

Unlocking the Front Doors from the Inside

(P136)

● Pull either front door inner handle to unlock and open it in one motion.

● Unlocking and opening the driver’s door from the inner handle unlocks all the other doors.

Tailgate (P145)

● With all the doors unlocked, pull the tailgate outer handle, and lift up to open it.

● With all the doors unlocked, push the tailgate release button on the tailgate to open it.

● Press the tailgate release button to unlock and open the tailgate when you carry the smart entry remote.

Quick Reference Guide

Power Door Mirrors

Selector Switch

Adjustment Switch

Power Window Lock Button

Window Switch

Indicator

(P169)

● With the ignition switch in ON the selector switch to L or R.

● Push the appropriate edge of the adjustment switch to adjust the mirror.

, move

Power Windows (P151)

● With the ignition switch in ON and close the power windows.

● If the power window lock button is in the off position, each passenger’s window can be opened and closed with its own switch.

● If the power window lock button is in the on position (indicator on), each passenger’s window switch is disabled.

, open

*1: Models with the smart entry system have an

ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.

Quick Reference Guide

Fan Control Dial

(Rear Window Defogger/

Heated Mirror

) Button

A/C (Air Conditioning) Button

Air flows from windshield defroster vents.

Air flows from floor vents.

Air flows from floor and dashboard vents.

Air flows from dashboard vents.

Temperature Control Dial

Air flows from floor and windshield defroster vents.

Mode Control Dial

Fresh Air/Recirculation Lever

* Not available on all models

Heating and Cooling System

● Rotate the fan control dial to adjust the fan speed.

● Rotate the mode control dial ( / / / / ) to select the vents air flows from.

● Rotate the temperature control dial to adjust the temperature.

● Rotate the fan control dial to OFF to turn the system off.

● Rotate the mode control dial to to defrost the windshield.

(P192)

Quick Reference Guide

Climate Control System

Models with navigation system

AUTO Icon

(Rear Window Defogger/

Heated Mirror) Icon

A/C (Air Conditioning) Icon

Air flows from floor and windshield defroster vents.

Air flows from floor vents.

Air flows from floor and dashboard vents.

Air flows from dashboard vents.

Temperature Control Icons Fan Control Icons

(Recirculation) Icon

(ON/OFF) Icon

(Fresh Air) Icon

Mode Control Icons

(windshield Defroster) Icon

● Select the AUTO icon to activate the climate control system.

● Select the icon to turn the system on or off.

● Select the icon to defrost the windshield.

● The climate control system is voice operable. (P251)

(P195)

Quick Reference Guide

Features (P201)

/ / / Buttons

SOURCE Button

Models with color audio system

Models with display audio system

Models with color audio system

MENU/CLOCK Button

LIST/SELECT Knob

Button

(Back) Button

(Sound) Button

VOL / (Volume/Power) Knob

CD Slot

(CD Eject) Button

Preset Buttons (1-6)

(Phone) Button

RADIO Button

(Skip/Seek) Buttons

MEDIA Button

Audio/Information Screen

* Not available on all models

Audio Remote Controls*

(P206)

● / Button

Press to adjust the volume up/down.

● SOURCE Button

Press to change the audio mode: FM/AM/ CD/USB/iPod/Bluetooth® Audio.

Press to change the audio mode: FM/AM/ SiriusXM®/USB/iPod/Bluetooth® Audio/ Pandora®

● / Button

Radio:Press to change the preset station.

/USB device:

/Apps.

Press and hold to select the next or previous strong station.

Press to skip to the beginning of the next song or return to the beginning of the current song. Press and hold to change a folder.

Audio System (P202)

For navigation system operation () See the Navigation System Manual

Quick Reference Guide

Models with display audio system

(Day/Night) Button Audio/Information Screen

(Back) Icon

VOL/ (Volume/Power) Knob

(Menu) Icon

(Home) Icon

Quick Reference Guide

Driving (P399)

Depress the brake pedal and press the release button to move out of

(P.

Manual Transmission* (P423) Continuously Variable Transmission*

(P417, 419)

● Shift to

(P and depress the brake pedal when starting the engine.

Shifting

Reverse

Used when reversing.

Neutral

Transmission is not locked.

Drive

Normal driving. On models with paddle shifters, 7-speed mode can be used temporarily.

Drive (S)

●

Better acceleration

●

Used to increase engine braking

●

Used when going up or down hills

Models without paddle shifters

Low

●

Used to further increase engine braking

●

Used when going up or down hills

Drive (S)

7-speed manual shift mode can be used.

Models with paddle shifters

Move the shift lever without pressing the release button.

Press the release button to move the shift lever.

7-Speed Manual Shift Mode* (P421)

● Allows you to manually shift the transmission up or down without removing your hands from the steering wheel.

When the shift lever is in (S

● Pulling a paddle shifter changes the mode from continuously variable transmission to 7-speed manual shift mode.

● The M indicator and the selected speed number are displayed in the shift indicator.

When the shift lever is in (D

● Pulling a paddle shifter temporarily changes the mode from continuously variable transmission to 7-speed manual shift mode. The selected speed number is displayed in the shift indicator.

Shift Down Paddle Shifter

Shift Up Paddle Shifter

M Indicator

Models with paddle shifters

Models without paddle shifters

Shift Lever

Release Button

Shift Indicator

Park

Turn off or start the engine. Transmission is locked.

* Not available on all models

Quick Reference Guide

VSA® On and Off (P460)

U.S. models only

● The vehicle stability assist (VSA®) system helps stabilize the vehicle during cornering, and helps maintain traction while accelerating on loose or slippery road surfaces.

● VSA® comes on automatically every time you start the engine.

● To partially disable VSA functionality/ features, press and hold button until you hear a beep.

Cruise Control* (P428)

● Cruise control allows you to maintain a set speed without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal.

● To use cruise control, press the CRUISE button, then press the -/SET button once you have achieved the desired speed (above 25 mph or 40 km/h).

CMBSTM On and Off

(P475)

● When a possible collision is likely unavoidable, the CMBS reduce the vehicle speed and the severity of the collision.

● To turn the CMBS hold the button until you hear a beep.

can help you to

on or off, press and

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

● Detects a change in tire conditions and overall dimensions due to decrease in tire pressures.

● TPMS is turned on automatically every time you start the engine.

● A calibration procedure must be performed when certain conditions arise.

(P463)

Quick Reference Guide

Refueling (P483)

a Pull the fuel fill door

release handle.

b Turn the fuel fill cap

slowly to remove the cap.

c Place the cap in the

holder on the fuel fill door.

d After refueling, screw

the cap back on until it clicks at least once.

* Not available on all models

Fuel recommendation: Unleaded gasoline, a pump octane number 87 or higher Fuel tank capacity: 10.6 US gal (40 L)

Quick Reference Guide

Honda Sensing

Front Sensor Camera

The camera is located behind the rearview mirror.

Radar Sensor

The radar sensor is in the front grille.

TM*

Honda SensingTM is a driver support system which employs the use of two distinctly different kinds of sensors, a radar sensor located at in the front grille and a front sensor camera mounted to the interior side of the windshield, behind the rearview mirror.

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)

Helps maintain a constant vehicle speed and a set following-interval behind a vehicle detected ahead of yours, without you having to keep your foot on the brake or the accelerator.

(P 433)

Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) System

(P 447)

Alerts and helps to assist you when the system detects a possibility of your vehicle unintentionally crossing over detected lane markings and/or leaving the roadway altogether.

Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)

Provides steering input to help keep the vehicle in the middle of a detected lane and provides tactile and visual alerts if the vehicle is detected drifting out of its lane.

(P 452)

Collision Mitigation

Braking System

(CMBS

Can assist you when there is a possibility of your vehicle colliding with a vehicle or a pedestrian detected in front of yours. The

CMBS potential collision is determined, as well as to reduce your vehicle speed to help minimize collision severity when a collision is deemed unavoidable.

) (P 472)

is designed to alert you when a

Quick Reference Guide

Maintenance (P487)

Under the Hood (P499)

● Check engine oil, engine coolant, and window washer fluid. Add when necessary.

● Check brake/clutch

fluid

● Check the battery condition monthly.

a Pull the hood release handle under the corner of

the dashboard.

b Locate the hood latch lever, push it to the side, and

then raise the hood. Once you have raised the hood slightly, you can release the lever.

c When finished, close the hood and make sure it is

firmly locked in place.

Lights (P511)

● Inspect all lights regularly.

Wiper Blades (P518)

● Replace blades if they leave streaks across the windshield.

Tires (P522)

● Inspect tires and wheels regularly.

● Check tire pressures regularly.

● Install snow tires for winter

driving.

* Not available on all models

Quick Reference Guide

Handling the Unexpected (P543)

Flat Tire (P545)

● Park in a safe location and replace the flat tire with the compact spare tire in the cargo area.

Indicators Come On

(P560)

● Identify the indicator and consult the owner’s manual.

Engine Won’t Start (P552)

● If the battery is dead, jump start using a booster battery.

Blown Fuse (P564)

● Check for a blown fuse if an electrical device does not operate.

Overheating (P558)

● Park in a safe location. If you do not see steam under the hood, open the hood, and let the engine cool down.

Emergency Towing (P569)

● Call a professional towing service if you need to tow your vehicle.

Quick Reference Guide

U.S. models with manual transmission

Canadian models

Models without smart entry system

Models with smart entry system

Continuously variable transmission models without smart entry system

Continuously variable transmission models with smart entry system

What to Do If

●

The steering wheel may be locked.

The ignition switch does not turn from

(0 to (q

Why?

The ignition switch does not turn from

(q to (0 and

I cannot remove the key. Why?

The power mode does not change from ACCESSORY to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK). Why?

Why does the brake pedal pulsate slightly when applying the brakes?

●

Try to turn the steering wheel left and right while turning the ignition key.

●

Move the steering wheel left and right after pressing the ENGINE START/STOP.

The shift lever should be moved to (P.

This can occur when the ABS activates and does not indicate a problem. Apply firm, steady pressure on the brake pedal. Never pump the brake pedal.

2 Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) (P470)

*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.

Quick Reference Guide

Models without smart entry system

Models with smart entry system

The rear door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle. Why?

Check if the childproof lock is in the lock position. If so, open the rear door with the outside door handle. To cancel this function, push the lever to the unlock position.

Why do the doors lock after I unlocked the doors?

Why does the beeper sound when I open the driver’s door?

Why does a beeper sound when I walk away from the vehicle after I close the door?

Why does the beeper sound when I start driving?

If you do not open the doors within 30 seconds, the doors are relocked automatically for security.

The beeper sounds when:

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The exterior lights are left on.

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The key is left in the ignition switch.

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The power mode is in ACCESSORY.

The beeper sounds if you move outside the walk away auto door lock operating range before the door completely closes.

2 Locking the vehicle (Walk away auto lock) (P128)

The beeper sounds when:

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Driver and/or front passenger are not wearing their seat belts.

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The parking brake lever is not fully released.

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