2001 HONDA INSIGHT service interval

During this period:Avoid full-throttle starts and rapid
acceleration. We recommend gasolines containing
detergent additives that help prevent
f uel system and engine deposits.
Avoidhardbraking.Newbrakes
need to be broken-in by moderate
use f or the f irst 200 miles (300
km). In Canada, some gasolines contain
an octane-enhancing additive called
MMT. If you use such gasolines,
your emission control system
perf ormance may deteriorate and
the Malfunction Indicator Lamp on
your instrument panel may turn on.
If this happens, contact your
authorized Honda dealer f or service.
Help assure your car’s f uture
reliability and perf ormance by paying
extra attention to how you drive
during the f irst 600 miles (1,000 km).
Using gasoline containing lead will
damage your car’s emissions
controls. This contributes to air
pollution.
Your Honda is designed to operate
on unleaded gasoline with a pump
octane number of 87 or higher. Use
of a lower octane gasoline can cause
a persistent, heavy metallic rapping
noise in the engine that can lead to
mechanical damage.
Youshouldfollowthesesamere-
commendations with an overhauled
or exchanged engine, or when the
brakes are relined.
Do not change the oil until the
recommended time or mileage
intervalshowninthemaintenance
schedule.
Break-in Period, Gasoline
Bef ore Driving
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The Maintenance Schedule specif ies
how of ten you should have your car
serviced and what things need
attention. It is essential that you have
your car serviced as scheduled to
retain its high level of saf ety,
dependability, and emissions control
perf ormance.The services and time or distance
intervals shown in the maintenance
schedule assume you will use your
car as normal transportation f or
passengers and their possessions.
You should also f ollow these
recommendations:
Avoidexceedingyourcar’sload
limit.Thisputsexcessstresson
the engine, brakes, and many
other parts of your car. The load
limit is shown on the label on the
driver’s doorjamb.
Operate your car on reasonable
roads within the legal speed limit. Service your car according to the
time and mileage periods on one of
the Maintenance Schedules on the
f ollowing pages. Select the schedule
f or ‘‘Severe Conditions’’ if most of
your driving is done under one or
more of the conditions listed on that
page. Otherwise, f ollow the schedule
f or ‘‘Normal Conditions.’’
Drive your car regularly over a
distance of several miles
(kilometers).
Always use unleaded gasoline with
the proper octane rating (see page ).
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A, B, C, D
A B C D
Follow the schedule for Severe Conditions.
Service at the indicated distance or time, whichever comes first. Do the items in as required for each distance/time interval. Follow this
schedule if the severe driving conditions described in the Severe Conditions Schedule on the next page do not apply.
7,500 mi/12,000 km
15,000 mi/24,000 km/1 yrs
22,500 mi/36,000 km
30,000 mi/48,000 km/2 yrs
37,500 mi/60,000 km
45,000 mi/72,000 km/3 yrs
52,500 mi/84,000 km
60,000 mi/96,000 km/4 yrs
67,500 mi/108,000 km
75,000 mi/120,000 km/5 yrs
82,500 mi/132,000 km
90,000 mi/144,000 km/6 yrs
97,500 mi/156,000 km
105,000 mi/168,000 km/7 yrs
112,500 mi/180,000 km
120,000 mi/192,000 km/6 yrs
120,000 mi/192,000 km/8 yrs
120,000 mi/192,000 km/10 yrs
then every 60,000 miles
(96,000 km) or 60 months Do items in A.
Do items in A, B.
Do items in A.
DoitemsinA,B,C.
Do items in A.
DoitemsinA,B,D.
Do items in A.
DoitemsinA,B,C.
Do items in A.
Do items in A, B.
Do items in A.
DoitemsinA,B,C,D.
Do items in A.
Replace spark plugs. Inspect valve clearance.
Check idle speed.
Do items in A, B.
Do items in A. Replace transmission fluid (MT) .
DoitemsinA,B,C. Replace engine coolant. Replace engine oil.
Rotate tires (follow pattern on page 185 ).
Replace engine oil filter.
Inspect front and rear brakes.
Check parking brake adjustment.
Inspect tie rod ends, steering gearbox and boots.
Inspect suspension components.
Inspect driveshaft boots.
Inspect brake hoses and lines (including ABS).
Check all fluid levels, condition of fluids, and check
for leaks.
Inspect cooling system hoses and connections.
Inspect exhaust system.
Inspect fuel lines and connections.
Replace air cleaner element.
Replace dust and pollen filter.
Replace transmission fluid (CVT).
Inspect and adjust drive belts.
Replace brake fluid every 3 years (independent ofmileage).
Replace every 120,000 miles (192,000 km) or 72 months.
See information on maintenance and emissions warranty, last
column, page .
Check engine oil and coolant at each fuel stop.
Check and adjust valve clearance, cold engine, only if noisy. :
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NOTE: :
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Maintenance Schedule for Normal Conditions (listed by distance/time)

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Saf ety Belts . 8, 34
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Safety Defects, Reporting . 259
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Saf ety Features . 7
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Airbags . 9
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Door Locks . 10
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Head Restraints . 10
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Seat Belts . 8
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Seats & Seat-Backs . 10
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Saf ety Labels, Location of . 41
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Saf ety Messages . ii
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Seat Belts . 8, 34
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Additional Information . 34
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Cleaning . 208
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Lap/Shoulder Belt . 34
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Maintenance . 35
Reminder Light and
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Beeper . 34, 46
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System Components . 34
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Use During Pregnancy . 17
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Wearing a Lap/Shoulder Belt . 15
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Seats, Adjusting the . 76
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Serial Number . 242
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Service Intervals . 156
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Service Manual . 259 .........
Service Station Procedures . 121
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Setting the Clock . 103
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Shif t Lever Position Indicator . 140
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Shif t Lock Release . 144
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Signaling Turns . 63
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Snow Tires . 197
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Solvent-type Cleaners . 209
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Sound System . 98
Spare Tire
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Inf lating . 216
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Specif ications . 245
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Specif ications Charts . 244
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Speedometer . 50
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SRS, Additional Inf ormation . 36
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Additional Safety Precautions . 39
How the SRS Indicator
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Works . 38
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How Your Airbags Work . 36
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SRS Components . 36
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SRS Service . 39
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SRS Indicator . 34, 46
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START (Ignition Key Position) . 70
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Starting the Engine . 135
In Cold Weather at High ..................................
Altitude . 135
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With a Dead Battery . 224
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Radiator Overheating . 227
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Radio/Cassette Sound System . 98
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Rear Lights, Bulb Replacement . 203
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Rear View Mirror . 79
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Rear Window Def ogger . 65
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Rear Window Washer . 65
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Rear Window Wiper . 65
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Reclining the Seat Backs . 76
Replacement Inf ormation
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Air Cleaner Element . 183
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Engine Coolant . 173
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Engine Oil and Filter . 169
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Fuses . 233
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Light Bulbs . 203
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Schedule . 156
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Drive Belt . 191
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Tires . 195
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Wiper Blades . 187
Replacing Seat Belts Af ter a ............................................
Crash . 35
Reserve Tank, Engine ...............................
Coolant . 124, 173
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Restraint, Child . 19
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Rotation, Tire . 195
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