2001 HONDA INSIGHT lock

Open the glove box by pulling the
bottom of the handle. Close it with a
f irm push. Lock or unlock the glove
box with the master key.Be caref ul when you are using the
beverage holder. A spilled liquid that
is very hot can scald you or your
passenger. Spilled liquids can also
damage the upholstery, carpeting,
and electrical components in the
interior.
Inst rument s and Cont rols
Glove Box, Beverage Holder
Beverage Holder
Glove Box
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serious injury to your passenger
inacrash,evenifthe
passenger is wearing the seatbelt.
Always keep the glove box
closed while driving.

Pressing the to increase the
f an’s speed, which increase air f low.
Pressing the to decrease the
f an’s speed.
Turning this dial clockwise increases
the temperature of the air flow.This button controls the source of
the air going into the system. When
the indicator in this button is lit, air
from the car’s interior is sent
through the system again (Recircula-
tion mode). When the indicator is off,
air is brought in f rom outside the car
(Fresh Air mode).This button turns the rear window
def ogger on and of f (see pages
).
Proper use of the Heating system
can make the interior comf ortable,
and keep the windows clear f or best
visibility.
When this button is pressed, the
auto idle stop works only if the
outside temperature is above 41°F
(5°C).
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Comf ort and Convenience Feat ures Recirculation Button Rear Window Def ogger Button
What Each Control Does
Fan Control Buttons
T emperature Control Dial
ECON Button
Heating
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For inf ormation, See page .
If an error occurs while operating
the optional CD changer, the display
will keep showing the error code and
will not switch to the time display
until the error is corrected (see page). To set the time, press the CLOCK
(TAPE/CD) button for more than
twoseconds.Tosetthehours,press
the H (Preset 4) button. The hour
numbers will begin blinking. Keep
pressing the button until the
numbers advance to the desired time.
To set the minutes, press the M
(Preset 5) button. The minutes
numbers will begin blinking. Keep
pressing the button until the
numbers advance to the desired time.
You can use the instrument panel
brightness control buttons to adjust
the illumination of the audio system
(see page ). The audio system
illuminates when the parking lights
are on, even if the radio is turned of f .
The audio system usually shows the
time when the ignition switch is in
ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II). It
shows the operation mode of the
radio, cassette player, or optional CD
changer when you operate them,
then goes back to the time display
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Radio Frequencies and Reception
A udio System L ighting
Digital Clock
Audio System
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For example:
1:06 would RESET to 1:00
1:52 would RESET to 2:00
You can use the RESET (Preset 6)
button to quickly set the time to the
nearest hour. If the displayed time is
bef ore the half hour, pressing
RESETsetstheclockbacktothe
previous hour. If the displayed time
is af ter the half hour, pressing
RESET sets the clock f orward to the
beginning of the next hour.
The tape direction indicator will light
to show you which side of the
cassette is playing. The indicates
thesideyouinsertedfacingupward
is now playing. If you want to play
the other side, press the PROG
button.
Turn the audio system ON. Make
sure the tape opening on the cassette
is f acing to the right, then insert the
cassette most of the way into the slot.
The system will pull it in the rest of
the way, and begin to play.
The blinking stops and the time is
set when you press any buttons
other than the time setting buttons
(Presets 4, 5 and 6).
Operating the Cassette Player
Audio System
Comf ort and Convenience Feat ures
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This f igure includes the total weight
of all occupants, cargo, and
accessories.
To f igure out how much cargo you
can carry:Add up the weight of all occupants.
The f inal number is the total weight
of cargo you can carry. Store or secure all items that could
be thrown around and hurt
someone during a crash.
Be sure items placed on the f loor
behind the f ront seats cannot roll
under the seats and interf ere with
the driver’s ability to operate the
pedals, or with the proper
operation of the seats.Keep the glove box closed while
driving. If the lid is open, a
passenger could injure their knees
during a crash or sudden stop.
Do not stack objects higher than
the tops of the seat-backs. They
could block your view and be
thrown about the vehicle during a
crash or sudden stop.
Distribute cargo evenly on the
f loor of the cargo area, placing the
heaviest items on the bottom and
as far forward as possible.
Tie down items that could be
thrown about the car during a
crash or sudden stop.
The maximum load f or your vehicle
is 400 lbs (185 kg).
Subtract the total f rom 400 lbs
(185 kg).
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Load Limit
Carrying Items in the Passenger
CompartmentCarrying Cargo in the Cargo A rea
Carrying Cargo
Bef ore Driving
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Overloading or improper
loading can affect handling and
stability and cause a crash in
which you can be hurt or killed.
Follow all load limits and other
loading guidelines in thismanual.

The air intake f or the battery is
located behind the passenger’s seat.
Do not block this air intake with any
cargo.
If you carry large items that
prevent you f rom closing the
hatch, exhaust gas can enter the
passenger area. To avoid the
possibility of carbon monoxide
poisoning, f ollow the instructions
on page .
The f loor on the storage box is
made of a sof t light plastic
material. It is not strong enough to
stand heavy goods on it.
To secure the cargo, you can use the
f our cargo hooks on the cargo area.
The illustration shows the location of
each cargo hook. The cargo net can be used to help
hold down light items in the cargo
area. The cargo net may not prevent
heavy items f rom being thrown
forwardinacrashorasuddenstop.
Cargo secured with this net should
not exceed 22 lbs (10 kg). Heavy
items should be secured to the cargo
area floor with tie-downs or cinch
straps attached to the cargo hooks.
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Carrying Cargo
Bef ore Driving Air Intake
Cargo Hooks Cargo Net
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This section gives you tips on
starting the engine under various
conditions, and how to operate the
manual transmission. It also includes
important inf ormation on parking
your car, and the braking system.........................
Preparing to Drive . 134
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Starting the Engine . 135
Starting in Cold Weather ....................
at High Altitude . 135
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5-speed Manual Transmission . 136
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Auto Idle Stop . 137
Shif t Up/Shif t Down
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Indicators . 139
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Engine Speed Limiter . 139
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Automatic Transmission . 140
Continuously Variable ............
Transmission (CVT) . 140
.
Shif t Lever Position Indicator . 140
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Shif t Lever Positions . 140
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Engine Speed Limitter . 143
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Shif t Lock Release . 144
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Auto Idle Stop . 145
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Parking . 147
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Parking Tips . 147
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The Braking System . 148
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Brake Wear Indicators . 148
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Brake System Design . 149
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Anti-lock Brakes . 149
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Driving in Bad Weather . 151
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Towing a Trailer . 152
Driving
Driving 133

Make sure all windows, mirrors,
and outside lights are clean and
unobstructed. Remove f rost, snow,
or ice.Check the adjustment of the seat
(see page ).
Check the adjustment of the
inside and outside mirrors (see
page ).
Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
Check the indicator lights in the
instrument panel.
Start the engine (see page ).
Check the gauges and indicator
lights in the instrument panel (see
page ).
Check that any items you may be
carrying with you inside are stored
properly or f astened down
securely.
Visually check the tires. If a tire
looks low, use a gauge to check its
pressure.
Check that the hood and hatch are
f ully closed.
Youshoulddothefollowingchecks
and adjustments every day bef ore
you drive your car.
Make sure the doors are securely
closed and locked.
Fasten your seat belt. Check that
your passenger has f astened his
seat belt (see page ).
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.
9.
10. 11.
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Preparing to Drive
Driving
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