2008 HONDA FIT ABS

Remove the electrical connector
f rom the bulb by pulling the
connector straight back.
Remove the rubber weather seal
by pulling on the tab.Make sure that the hold-down
wire is installed properly and
securely. You can check its
installation f rom the inspection
window on the headlight assembly.
Install the rubber seal over the
back of the headlight assembly.
Unclip the end of the hold-down
wire f rom its slot. Pivot the wire
out of the way, then remove the
bulb.
Install the new bulb into the hole,
making sure the tabs are in their
slots. Pivot the hold-down wire
back in place, and clip the end into
the slot.
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4. 7.
8.
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Lights
Maint enance
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RUBBER WEATHER SEAL
HOLD-DOWN
WIRE BULB
ELECTRICAL
CONNECTOR HOLD-DOWN
WIRE
INSPECTION WINDOW
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Open the tailgate. Remove the
light assembly cover by pushing in
the tabs on both sides and pulling
the cover of f .
Remove the socket f rom the light
assembly by turning it one-quarter
turn counterclockwise.Put the socket back into the light
assembly, and turn it clockwise to
lock it in place.
Pull the bulb straight out of its
socket. Push the new bulb straight
into the socket until it bottoms.
Press the brake pedal to make
sure the new bulb is working. Put the cover back on the light
assembly. Push it in until it locks
in place.
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2. 3.
4.5.
6.
Replacing a High-mount Brake
Light Bulb
Lights
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Disconnect the blade assembly
from the wiper arm:Press and hold the lock tab.
Slide the blade assembly toward
the lock tab until it releases
from the wiper arm.
When replacing a wiper blade,
make sure not to drop the wiper
blade or wiper arm down on the
windshield. Examine the new wiper blades. If
they have no plastic or metal
reinf orcement along the back
edge, remove the metal
reinf orcement strips f rom the old
wiper blade, and install them in
the slots along the edge of the new
blade.
Remove the blade f rom its holder
by grasping the tabbed end of the
blade. Pull f irmly until the tabs
come out of the holder.
Make sure the three rubber tabs
inside the blade f it to each notch
of the reinf orcement, as shown.
2. 3. 4.
Wiper Blades
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LOCK TAB BLADE
REINFORCEMENT
BLADE
TOP
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It is best to replace all f our tires at
thesametime.If thatisnotpossible
or necessary, replace the two f ront
tires or two rear tires as a pair.
Replacing just one tire can seriously
af f ect your vehicle’s handling.
If you ever replace a wheel, make
sure that the wheel’s specif ications
match those of the original wheels.
Also be sure you use only TPMS
specif ic wheels (if equipped). If you
do not, the tire pressure monitoring
system will not work.
Replacement wheels are available at
your dealer.
Replace your tires with radial tires of
the same size, load range, speed
rating, and maximum cold tire
pressure rating (as shown on the
tire’s sidewall).
Mixing radial and bias-ply tires on
your vehicle can reduce braking
ability, traction, and steering
accuracy. Using tires of a dif f erent
size or construction can cause the
ABS to work inconsistently.
TheABSworksbycomparingthe
speed of the wheels. When replacing
tires, use the same size originally
supplied with the vehicle. Tire size
and construction can affect wheel
speed and may cause the system to
activate.
To help increase tire lif e and
distribute wear more evenly, rotate
the tires according to the
maintenance messages displayed on
the information display. Move the
tires to the positions shown in the
chart each time they are rotated. If
you purchase directional tires, rotate
only f ront-to-back.
When the tires are rotated, make
sure the air pressures are checked.
Tires
Replacing T ires and Wheels
Tire Rotation
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(For Non-directional
Tires and Wheels) (For Directional
Tires and Wheels)
Front Front
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However, if the brake pedal does not
f eel normal, you should take
immediate action. A problem in one
part of the system’s dual circuit
design will still give you braking at
two wheels. You will f eel the brake
pedal go down much f arther bef ore
the vehicle begins to slow down, and
you will have to press harder on the
pedal.
If you must drive the vehicle a short
distance in this condition, drive
slowly and caref ully.
Slow down by shif ting to a lower
gear, and pull to the side of the road
when it is saf e. Because of the long
distance needed to stop, it is
hazardous to drive the vehicle. You
should have it towed and repaired as
soon as possible (seeon page ). If the ABS indicator comes on with
the brake system indicator, have
your vehicle inspected by your
dealer immediately.
The brake system indicator (red)
normallycomesonwhenyouturn
the ignition switch to the ON (II)
position, and as a reminder to check
the parking brake. It will stay on if
you do not f ully release the parking
brake.
If the brake system indicator (red)
comes on while driving, the brake
f luid level is probably low. Press
lightly on the brake pedal to see if it
f eels normal. If it does, check the
brake f luid level the next time you
stop at a service station (see page
).
If the f luid level is low, take your
vehicle to a dealer, and have the
brake system inspected f or leaks or
worn brake pads/shoes. 195238
Emergency
Towing
Brake System
Indicator (Red)
Brake System Indicator
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U.S.
Canada
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The vehicle’s f uses are contained in
threefuseboxes.The primary under-hood f use box is
in the engine compartment on the
driver’s side. To open it, push the
tabs as shown.
The interior f use box is behind the
driver’s coin tray. To access it,
removethetraybyturningthedial
counterclockwise then pulling it
toward you. To install the coin tray,
line up the tabs on the bottom, pivot
the tray up to engage its side clips,
then turn the dial clockwise. The secondary f use box is on the
positive terminal of the battery.
Fuses
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TAB
INTERIOR
DIALUNDER-HOOD UNDER-HOOD
(On Battery)
DRIVER’S COIN TRAY
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No. Circuits Protected No.
Amps. Amps. Circuits Protected
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
Back Up Light
Not Used
MET ER
Turn Light
Not Used
Front Wipers
SRS
Daytime Running Light
Rear Defogger 10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
10 A
10 A
10 A
30 A
10 A
(7.5 A) 20 A 7.5 A
15 A
10 A
10 A
15 A
20 A
20 A
20 A
(7.5 A) (10 A)
(20 A) 10 A
10 A
7.5 A
7.5 A 15 A
(20 A) 20 A
7.5 A 15 A
15 A HAC
Fuel Pump
Rear Wiper
SRS
IGP
Left Rear Power Window
Right Rear Power Window
Right Front Power Window
TPMS
Daytime Running Light
Not Used
Not Used
Fog Light
Small Light
LAF
Not Used
ABS
Radio
ACC Socket
Power Door Lock
Driver’s Power Window
Not Used
LAF
DBW
Ignition Coil
1 : If equipped 2 : Canadian models
2 1
2
1
1
Fuse Locations
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INTERIOR FUSE BOX
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No.Amps. Circuits Protected No. Amps.
Amps. Circuits Protected Circuits Protected
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
80 A Battery 9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16 30 A
30 A
30 A
20 A
20 A
10 A
30 A
15 A
80 A
60 A
50 A
30 A
40 A
40 A
(30 A) 10 A Battery
EPS
Ignition
ABS
Blower Relay
Power Window
(HAC Option)
Back Up Small Light
Cooling Fan
Condenser Fan, MG Clutch
Right Headlight
Left Headlight
Hazard
ABS F/S
Horn, Stop
: If equipped
Fuse Locations
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Primary Fuse Box
PRIMARY
Secondary Fuse Box (On the battery)
UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOXES
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