2003 HONDA INSIGHT hood open

To replace a wiper blade:Raise each wiper arm of f the
windshield, lif ting the driver’s side
first, then the passenger’s side. Disconnect the blade assembly
from the wiper arm:
When replacing a wiper blade,
make sure not to drop the wiper
blade or wiper arm down on the
windshield.
Put a cloth on the edge of the
lock tab to prevent scratches,
then push up on the lock tab
carefully with a flat-tip
screwdriver. Pivot the blade assembly toward
the wiper arm until it releases
from the wiper arm.
1. 2.
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Wiper Blades
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WIPER ARMS WIPER ARM
COVER
Do not open the hood when the wiper
arms are raised, or you will damage the
hood and wiper arms.

Although this seems like a simple
procedure, you should take several
precautions.To jump start your vehicle:
The numbers in the illustration show
you the order to connect the jumper
cables.
You cannot start your vehicle by
pushing or pulling it. Open the hood, and check the
physical condition of the 12 volt
battery.
Turn of f all the electrical
accessories: climate control, audio
system, lights, etc. Put the
transmission in Park, and set the
parking brake.
1.
2.
Jump Starting
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BOOSTER
BATTERY
A battery can explode if you do
not follow the correct procedure,
seriously injuring anyone
nearby.
Keep all sparks, open flames,
and smoking materials away
from the battery.
If a battery sits in extreme cold, the
electrolyte inside can f reeze.
Attempting to jump start with a f rozen
battery can cause it to rupture.

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Saf ely pull to the side of the road.
Put the transmission in Park, and
set the parking brake. Turn of f all
the accessories, and turn on the
hazard warning lights.If you see steam and/or spray
coming f rom under the hood, turn
of f the engine. Wait until you see
no more signs of steam or spray,
then open the hood.
If you do not see steam or spray,
leave the engine running, and
check the high temperature
indicator. If the high heat is due to
overloading, the engine should
start to cool down almost
immediately. If it does, wait until
the high temperature indicator
goes of f , then continue driving.
If the high temperature indicator
stays on, turn of f the engine.Look f or any obvious coolant leaks,
such as a split radiator hose.
Everything is still extremely hot,
so use caution. If you f ind a leak, it
must be repaired bef ore you
continue driving (see
on page ).
If you don’t f ind an obvious leak,
check the coolant level in the
radiator reserve tank (see page ). Add coolant if the level is
below the MIN mark.
If there was no coolant in the
reserve tank, you may need to add
coolant to the radiator. Let the
engine cool down until the high
temperature indicator goes of f
bef ore checking the radiator.
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3.
4.5.
6.
7.
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If theEngineOverheats
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Steam and spray from an
overheated engine can
seriously scald you.
Do not open the hood if steam
is coming out.

If necessary, add oil to bring the
level back to the full mark on the
dipstick (see page ).The engine running generates the oil
pressure. When the Auto Idle Stop is
activated, the engine is stopped, the
oil pressure is dropped, and the low
oil pressure indicator does not come
on.
Saf ely pull of f the road, and shut
of f the engine. Turn on the hazard
warning lights.
Let the vehicle sit f or a minute.
Open the hood, and check the oil
level (see page ). An engine
very low on oil can lose pressure
during cornering and other driving
maneuvers.
Start the engine and watch the oil
pressure indicator. If it does not go
out within 10 seconds, turn of f the
engine. There is a mechanical
problem that needs to be repaired
bef ore you can continue driving
(see
on page
).
This indicator should never
come on when the engine is
running. If it starts f lashing or stays
on, the oil pressure has dropped very
low or lost pressure. Serious engine
damage is possible, and you should
take immediate action.
You will also see a ‘‘CHECK
ENGINE OIL LEVEL’’ message on
the multi-information display when
this indicator comes on.
The indicator notif ies you of low oil
pressure and does not measure the
oil level. Check your vehicle’s oil
level at each ref ueling. 1.
2.
3.
4.
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L ow Oil Pressure Indicator
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Running the engine with low oil
pressure can cause serious mechanical
damage almost immediately. Turn of f
the engine as soon as you can saf ely get
the vehicle stopped.

The under-hood f use box is located
next to the battery. To open it, push
the tab as shown.
The under-hood f use is on the
positive terminal of the battery. To
open it, push the tabs as shown.
Fuses
368
TAB
UNDER-HOOD
TAB
(On the battery)
Next to the battery

.................................................
Fuel .244
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Fill Door and Cap .245
...........................................
Gauge .73
................
Octane Requirement . 244
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Oxygenated .244
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Reserve Indicator .70
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Tank, Filling the .245
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Fuses, Checking the .369
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Gas Mileage, Improving . 251
.........................................
Gasoline .244
...............
Fuel Reserve Indicator . 70
...........................................
Gauge .73
................
Octane Requirement . 244
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Tank, Filling the .245
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Gas Station Procedures . 245
Gauges .............................
Charge/Assist .74
...............................................
Fuel .73
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Gearshif t Lever Positions . 271
..........
Automatic Transmission . 271
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Glove Box .156 .............
Halogen Headlight Bulbs . 321
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HandsFreeLink
. 225
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Hatch .139
......................................
Opening .139
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Open Indicator .68
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Hazard Warning Flashers . 125
Headlights ........................................
Aiming .321
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Daytime Running Lights . 123
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High Beam Indicator . 69
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Reminder Beeper .121
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Replacing Halogen Bulbs . 321
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Turning on .121
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Head Restraints .142
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Heated Mirrors .148
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High Altitude, Starting at . 263
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High-Low Beam Switch . 120
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Hill Start Assist System . 295
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Hood, Opening the .248
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Horn .4
...
Identif ication Number, Vehicle . 378Ignition
............................................
Keys .129
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Switch .131
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Timing Control System . 388
IMA System Power Flow ........................................
Monitor .84
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Immobilizer System .130
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Important Safety Precautions . 6
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Indicators, Instrument Panel . 62
...
Indicators, Messages (MID) . 62,89
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ABS (Anti-lock Brake) . 64
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Auto Idle Stop .66
Brake (Parking and Brake ............................
System) .63, 366
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Cruise Control .69
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Cruise Main .69
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Door/Hatch Open . 12,68
DRL (Daytime Running ....................................
Lights) .123
.
EPS (Electric Power Steering) . 68
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ECON Mode .71
...................................
High Beam .69
....
High Temperature (Coolant) . 67
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IMA Battery Level .85
.................................
IMA System .66
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Key (Immobilizer System) . 63
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