2004 HONDA INSIGHT glove box

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To remind you of the passenger’s
airbag hazards, your vehicle has
warning labels hanging f rom the
glove box and on the driver’s and
passenger’s visors. Please read and
f ollow the instructions on these
labels.To remind you of the airbag hazards,
your vehicle has warning labels on
the driver’s and passenger’s visors.
Please read and follow the
instructions on these labels.
Protecting Children General Guidelines
Driver and Passenger Saf ety
U.S. Models
Canadian Models
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These labels are in the locations
shown. They warn you of potential
hazards that could cause serious
injury. Read these labels caref ully.
If a label comes of f or becomes hard
to read (except for the U.S.
dashboard label which is removed by
the owner), contact your Honda
dealer f or a replacement.U.S. modelsCanadian models
U.S. models only
Saf ety L abels
Driver and Passenger Saf ety37
BATTERY
SUN VISOR
GLOVE BOX
HOOD RADIATOR CAP

This section gives inf ormation about
the controls and displays that
contribute to the daily operation of
your Honda. All the essential
controls are within easy reach............................
Control Locations .40
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Instrument Panel .41
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Instrument Panel Indicators . 42
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Gauges .46
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Fuel Gauge .47
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Temperature Gauge . 47
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Odometer .47
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Display Change Button . 47
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Current Fuel Mileage . 48
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Trip Meters .48
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Trip Mileage .48
Segment Distance and Fuel ....................................
Mileage .49
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Lif etime Fuel Mileage . 49
Turning Of f the Mileage ....................................
Displays .50
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Battery Level Gauge . 51
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Charge/Assist Gauge . 51
Controls Near the Steering ...........................................
Wheel .52
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Windshield Wipers and Washers . 53
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Turn Signal and Headlights . 54
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Instrument Panel Brightness . 55
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Hazard Warning Button . 55
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Rear Window Def ogger . 56
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Keys and Locks .57 ........................
Immobilizer System .58
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Ignition Switch .59
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Door Locks .60
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Hatch .60
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Remote Transmitter .62
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Seats .64
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Power Windows .65
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Mirrors .66
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Parking Brake .67
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Interior Convenience Items . 68
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Storage Box .69
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Beverage Holder .69
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Glove Box .69
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Accessory Power Socket . 69
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Interior Lights .70
Instruments and Controls
Inst rument s and Cont rols39

The master key fits all the locks on
your vehicle.The valet key works only in the
ignition and the door locks. You can
keep the glove box and the hatch
locked when you leave your vehicle
and the valet key at a parking f acility.
Youshouldhavereceivedakey
number tag with your keys. You will
need this key number if you ever
have to get a lost key replaced. Use
only Honda-approved key blanks.
These keys contain electronic
circuits that are activated by the
Immobilizer System. They will not
work to start the engine if the
circuits are damaged.
Protect the keys f rom direct
sunlight, high temperature, and
high humidity. Donotdropthekeysorsetheavy
objects on them.
Keep the keys away f rom liquids.
If they get wet, dry them
immediately with a sof t cloth.
The keys do not contain batteries.
Do not try to take them apart.
Keys and Locks
Inst rument s and Cont rols57
KEY
NUMBER
TAG VALET
KEY
(GREY)
MASTER
KEYS
(BLACK)

Inst rument s and Cont rols
Interior Convenience Items
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BEVERAGE HOLDER
STORAGE BOX
ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET
GLOVE BOX
REAR CENTER POCKET

To open the storage box, pull the
strap.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.To use the accessory power socket,
pull up the cover. The ignition switch
must be in ACCESSORY (I) or ON
(II).
This socket is intended to supply
power f or 12 volt DC accessories
that are rated 120 watts or less (10
amps).
It will not power an automotive type
cigarette lighter element.
Be caref ul when you are using the
beverage holders. 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.
Interior Convenience Items
Inst rument s and Cont rols
Storage Box
Beverage Holder Glove Box
A ccessory Power Socket
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STRAP GLOVE BOX
An open glove box can cause
serious injury to your passenger
inacrash,evenifthe
passenger is wearing the seat
belt.
Always keep the glove box
closed while driving.

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Your vehicle has several convenient
storage areas:Glove box
Seat-back pocket
Storage box
Cargo area
Rear center pocket
However, carrying too much cargo,
or improperly storing it, can af f ect
your vehicle’s handling, stability,
stopping distance, and tires, and
make it unsaf e. Bef ore carrying any
type of cargo, be sure to read the
f ollowing pages. Do not store large objects in the
rear center pocket. The objects in
the pocket will be broken when
you adjust the seats backwards.
CONT INUED
Carrying Cargo
Bef ore Driving101
STORAGE BOX
CARGO AREA REAR CENTER
POCKET
SEAT-BACK POCKET GLOVE BOX

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 seats cannot roll under
the seats and interfere with the
pedals or seat operation.Distribute cargo evenly on the
f loor of the cargo area, placing the
heaviest items on the bottom and
as f ar f orward as possible.
Tie down items that could be
thrown about the vehicle 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.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
, f ollow the instructions
on page .
The f loor of the storage box is
made of a sof t plastic material. It is
not strong enough to stand heavy
goods on it.
Keep the glove box closed while
driving. If it is open, a passenger
could injure their knees during a
crash or sudden stop. 36
Carrying Cargo
Bef ore Driving
Carrying Items in the Passenger
Compartment
Carrying Cargo in the Cargo A rea
carbon monoxide
poisoning
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