2002 HONDA INSIGHT fuel

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Youshouldcheckthefollowing
items at the specif ied intervals. If
you are unsure of how to perf orm
any check, turn to the page given.
Engine oil level Check every
time you fill the fuel tank. See
page .
Engine coolant level Check the
radiator reserve tank every time
youfillthefueltank.Seepage .Tires Check the tire pressure
monthly. Examine the tread f or
wear and foreign objects. See page
.
Windshield washer f luid Check
the level in the reservoir monthly.
If weather conditions cause you to
use the washers f requently, check
the reservoir each time you stop
f or f uel. See page . Lights Check the operation of
the headlights, parking lights,
taillights, high-mount brake light,
turn signals, brake lights, and
license plate lights monthly. See
page .
Brakes Check the f luid level
monthly. See page . Automatic transmission (CVT)
Check the f luid level monthly. See
page . 122
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Owner Maintenance Checks
Maint enance163

This indicator comes on f or a f ew
seconds when you turn the ignition
switch ON (II). If it comes on at any
other time, it indicates one of the
engine’s emissions control systems
may have a problem. Even though
you may f eel no dif f erence in your
car’s perf ormance, it can reduce
your f uel economy and cause your
car to put out excessive emissions.
Continued operation may cause
serious damage.Youshouldalsohavethedealer
inspect your car if this indicator
comes on repeatedly, even though it
may turn of f as you continue driving.
If you have recently ref ueled your
car, the cause of this indicator
coming on could be a loose or
missing f uel f ill cap. Check the cap
and tighten it until it clicks several
times. Replace the fuel fill cap if it is
missing. Tightening the cap will not
make the indicator turn of f
immediately; it takes one driving trip.
If the indicator remains on past one
driving trip, or the f uel cap was not
loose or missing, have the car
checked by the dealer as soon as
possible. Drive moderately until the
dealer has inspected the problem.
Avoid full-throttle acceleration and
driving at high speed.
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If you keep driving with the
malf unction indicator lamp on, you can
damage your car’s emissions controls
and engine. Those repairs may not be
covered by your car’s warranties.

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No. Amps. Circuits ProtectedNo. Amps. Circuits Protected
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10 10 A
15 A
20 A
7.5 A
7.5 A
7.5 A 15 A
20 A
7.5 A 20 A SRS
Fuel Pump, SRS
Front Wiper
FI-ECU
Turn Light
Meter
IG Coil
Power Window, Passenger
Starter Signal
Power Window, Driver 11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
7.5 A
10 A
20 A
10 A
7.5 A
7.5 A
7.5 A
7.5 A 10 A
10 A
20 A
7.5 A
7.5 A
10 A
7.5 A ACC Radio
ACC Socket
Not used
LAF Heater
Small Light
Air Conditioning, R/C
Mirror
Daytime Running Light
Back Up Light
Interior Light
Radio
Daytime Running Light
Door Lock
Tailgate Lock
IMA
Not used
Rear Wiper
Back Light
: Canadian model only
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INTERIOR FUSE BOX

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No. Amps. Circuits ProtectedNo. Amps. Circuits Protected
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10 50 A
80 A
30 A
10 A
15 A
10 A
15 A
15 A
15 A IG1 Main
Battery
ABS Motor
Hazard
IMA
Horn Stop
Fuel Pump
Lef t Headlight
Not used
Right Headlight 11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
2030 A
40 A
30 A
20 A
40 A
30 A
40 A
7.5 A 20 A Cooling Fan
Heater Motor
Rear Defroster
ABS F/S
Power Steering
Back Up, ACC
Power Window
IMA ECU
Condenser Fan
Spare Fuse
Fuses
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UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX

Thediagramsinthissectiongive
you the dimensions and capacities of
your Honda, and the locations of the
identif ication numbers. It also
includes inf ormation you should
know about your vehicle’s tires and
emissions control systems.................
Identif ication Numbers . 240
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Specif ications .242
DOT Tire Quality Grading ......................
(U.S. Vehicles) .244
Unif orm Tire Quality ..................................
Grading .244
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Treadwear .244
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Traction .244
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Temperature .245 .........................
Oxygenated Fuels .246
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Driving in Foreign Countries . 247
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Emissions Controls .248
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The Clean Air Act .248
Crankcase Emissions Control ....................................
System .248
Evaporative Emissions Control ....................................
System .248
Onboard Ref ueling Vapor ................................
Recovery .248
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Exhaust Emissions Controls . 249
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PGM-FI System .249
Ignition Timing Control ................................
System .249
Three Way Catalytic ...........................
Converter .249
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Replacement Parts . 249
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Three Way Catalytic Converter . 250
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State Emissions Testing . 251
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Dimensions
Weights
EngineCapacities
66.7 in (1,695 mm)
53.3 in (1,355 mm)
94.5 in (2,400 mm)
56.5 in (1,435 mm)
52.2 in (1,325 mm) 10.6 US gal (40
, 8.8 Imp gal)
155.0 in (3,938 mm)
Length
Width
Height
Wheelbase
Track
Gross vehicle weight rating See the certification label attached
to the driver’s doorjamb. 0.61 US gal (2.3, 0.51 Imp gal)
1.06 US gal (4.0, 0.88 Imp gal)
2.6 US qt (2.5
, 2.2 Imp qt)
Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the
engine.
Reserve tank capacity: 0.11 US gal (0.4
, 0.09 Imp gal)
4.8 US qt (4.5
, 4.0 Imp qt)
2.4 US qt (2.3
, 2.0 Imp qt)
3.2 US qt (3.0, 2.6 Imp qt)
1.6 US qt (1.5
, 1.3 Imp qt)
1.7 US qt (1.6, 1.4 Imp qt)
5.8 US qt (5.5
, 4.8 Imp qt)
3.5 US qt (3.3, 2.9 Imp qt)
ILZFR5A-11 10.3 : 1 10.8 : 1
60.8 cu-in (995 cm
)
2.8x3.21in(72x81.5mm) Water cooled 4-stroke
SOHC VTEC in line
3-cylinder gasoline engine
Type
BorexStroke
Displacement
Compression ratio
Spark plugs Fuel tank
Engine
coolant
Engine oil
Manual transmission
fluid
Automatic transmission
fluid (CVT)
Windshield washer reservoir
Front
Rear
Approx.
Contact your Honda dealer when replacement is necessary. U.S. model
M/T
CVT
1: Change
Total
Change
Without filter
Total
Change
Total
Change
Total
2:
3:
1 32
Including filter

Some conventional gasolines are
being blended with alcohol or an
ether compound. These gasolines
are collectively ref erred to as
oxygenated f uels. To meet clean air
standards, some areas of the United
States and Canada use oxygenated
f uels to help reduce emissions.
If you use an oxygenated f uel, be
sure it is unleaded and meets the
minimum octane rating requirement.
Bef ore using an oxygenated f uel, try
to conf irm the f uel’s contents. Some
states/provinces require this
informationtobepostedonthe
pump.If you notice any undesirable
operating symptoms, try another
service station or switch to another
brand of gasoline.
Fuel system damage or perf ormance
problems resulting f rom the use of
an oxygenated f uel containing more
than the percentages of oxygenates
given above are not covered under
warranty.
(Methyl Tertiary Butyl
Ether)
You may use gasoline containing up
to 15 percent MTBE by volume. (ethyl or grain alcohol)
You may use gasoline containing up
to 10 percent ethanol by volume.
Gasoline containing ethanol may be
marketed under the name ‘‘Gasohol.’’ The f ollowing are the U.S. EPA and
Canadian CGSB approved
percentages of oxygenates:
(methyl or wood
alcohol)
Your vehicle was not designed to use
fuel that contains methanol.
Methanol can corrode metal parts in
the fuel system, and also damage
plastic and rubber components. This
damage would not be covered by
your warranties.
Oxygenated Fuels
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If you are planning to take your
Honda outside the U.S. or Canada,
contact the tourist bureaus in the
areas you will be traveling in to f ind
out about the availability of unleaded
gasoline with the proper octane
rating.
If unleaded gasoline is not available,
be aware that using leaded gasoline
in your Honda will af f ect perf or-
mance and fuel mileage, and damage
its emissions controls. It will no
longer comply with U.S. and
Canadian emissions regulations, and
will be illegal to operate in North
America. To bring your car back into
compliance will require the replace-
ment of several components, such as
theoxygensensorsandthethree
way catalytic converter. These re-
placements are not covered under
warranty.
Driving in Foreign Countries
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