2009 HONDA FIT Owners Manual

Congratulations! Your selection of a 2009 Honda Fit was a wise investment. It
will give you years of driving pleasure.
One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of your new vehicle is to read
this manual. In it, you will learn how to operate its driving controls and
convenience items. Afterwards, keep this owner's manual in your vehicle so
you can refer to it at any time.
Several warranties protect your new vehicle. Read the warranty booklet
thoroughly so you understand the coverages and are aware of your rights
and responsibilities.
Maintaining your vehicle according to the maintenance minder shown in the
instrument panel helps to keep your driving trouble-free while it preserves
your investment. When your vehicle needs maintenance, keep in mind that
your dealer's staff is specially trained in servicing the many systems unique
to your vehicle. Your dealer is dedicated to your satisfaction and will be
pleased to answer any questions and concerns.As you read this manual, you will find
information that is preceded by a
symbol. This information is
intended to help you avoid damage to
your vehicle, other property, or the
environment.
Introduction
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California Proposition 65 Warning
WARNING:This product contains or emits chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth
defects or other reproductive harm.Event Data Recorders
This vehicle is equipped with one or more devices commonly referred to as event data recorders. These
devices record front seat belt use, front passenger seat occupancy, airbag deployment data, and the failure of
any airbag system component. This data belongs to the vehicle owner and may not be accessed by anyone else
except as legally required or with the permission of the vehicle owner.Service Diagnostic Recorders
This vehicle is equipped with service-related devices that record information about powertrain performance. The data
can be used to verify emissions law requirements and/or help technicians diagnose and solve service problems. It
may also be combined with data from other sources for research purposes, but it remains confidential and is never
linked to the vehicle owner.Introductionii
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Your safety, and the safety of others,
is very important. And operating this
vehicle safely is an important
responsibility.
To help you make informed
decisions about safety, we have
provided operating procedures and
other information on labels and in
this manual. This information alerts
you to potential hazards that could
hurt you or others.
Of course, it is not practical or
possible to warn you about all the
hazards associated with operating or
maintaining your vehicle. You must
use your own good judgement.You will find this important safety information in a variety of forms, including:
●Safety Labels
－on the vehicle.●Safety Messages －preceded by a safety alert symbol
and one of
three signal words: DANGER,WARNING ,orCAUTION.
These signal words mean:
You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY
HURT if you don't follow instructions.You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY
HURT if you don't follow instructions.You CAN be HURT if you don't follow
instructions.
●Safety Headings －such as Important Safety Reminders or Important
Safety Precautions.●Safety Section －such as Driver and Passenger Safety.●Instructions －how to use this vehicle correctly and safely.
This entire book is filled with important safety information －please read it
carefully.
A Few Words About Safety
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2009 Fit Online Reference Owner's Manual

Contents

Owner's Identification Form

Introduction .............................................................................................................................\
............................. i

A Few Words About Safety ......................................................................\
........................................................ iii
Your Vehicle at a Glance (main controls) ....................................................\
................................................ 3
Driver and Passenger Safety (seat belts, SRS, and child protection) ......................\
.............................. 5
Instruments and Controls
(indicators, gauges, dashboard, steering wheel, and other convenience items)
............. 57
Features (heating and cooling, audio, steering wheel, security, and cruise control) ................................. 109
Before Driving (fuel, vehicle break-in, and cargo loading) ...........................................\
........................... 197
Driving (engine and transmission operation) .........................................\
....................................................... 213
Maintenance (minder, fluid checking, minor services, and vehicle storage)........................................... 243
Taking Care of the Unexpected (flat tire, dead battery, overheating, and fuses) .............................. 283
Technical Information (vehicle specifications, tires, and emissions controls) ....................................... 315
Warranty and Customer Relations (U. S. and Canada only) (warranty and contact information) ... 331
Index ....................................................................................................................................\
.................................... I


Service Information Summary ( fluid capacities and tire pressures)
\
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Contents
A convenient reference to the
sections in this manual.
Your Vehicle at a Glance
A quick reference to the main
controls in your vehicle.
Driver and Passenger Safety
Important information about the
proper use and care of your vehicle's
seat belts, an overview of the
supplemental restraint system, and
valuable information on how to
protect children with child restraints.
Instruments and Controls
Explains the purpose of each
instrument panel indicator and
gauge, and how to use the controls
on the dashboard and steering
column.
Features
How to operate the heating and air
conditioning system, the audio
system, and other convenience
features.Before Driving
What gasoline to use, how to break-
in your new vehicle, and how to load
luggage and other cargo.
Driving
The proper way to start the engine,
shift the transmission, and park.
Maintenance
The maintenance minder shows you
when you need to take your vehicle
to the dealer for maintenance
service. There is also a list of things
to check and instructions on how to
check them.
Taking Care of the Unexpected
This section covers several problems
motorists sometimes experience, and
details how to handle them.
Technical Information
ID numbers, dimensions, capacities,
and technical information.
Warranty and Customer Relations
(U.S. and Canada only)
A summary of the warranties
covering your new vehicle, and how
to contact us for any reason. Refer to
your warranty manual for detailed
information.
Index
Service Information Summary
A summary of the information you
need when you pull up to the fuel
pump.Overview of Contents2
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ꭧ: If equippedVehicle with navigation system is shown.DRIVER'S FRONT AIRBAG
(P.
9,25)
MIRROR CONTROLS
(P. 101 )
DOOR LOCK TAB
(P. 81)
POWER DOOR LOCK
MASTER SWITCH
ꭧ
(P. 81)
POWER WINDOW
SWITCHES
(P. 100 )
HOOD RELEASE
HANDLE
(P. 200 ) INSTRUMENT PANEL
INDICATOR (P.
60)
GAUGES (P. 68) AUDIO SYSTEM
(P.
115, 143)
PASSENGER'S FRONT
AIRBAG
(P. 9,25)
USB ADAPTER CABLE
ꭧ
(P. 130, 137,171, 178)
HEATING/COOLING
CONTROLS
ꭧ
(P. 110)
PARKING BRAKE
(P. 102) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (P.
219)
MANUAL TRANSMISSION (P. 217)
NAVIGATION SYSTEM
ꭧ
CONTINUED
Your Vehicle at a Glance
3
Your Vehicle at a Glance
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ꭧ1: To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel.
ꭧ 2: If equipped.
ꭧ 3: Only on vehicles equipped with navigation system. Refer to the navigation system manual.Vehicle with navigation system is shown. PADDLE SHIFTER
(DOWNSHIFT)
ꭧ 2
(P. 224 )
HEADLIGHTS/
TURN SIGNAL/
FOG LIGHTS
ꭧ 2
(P. 74)
REMOTE AUDIO
CONTROL
BUTTONS
ꭧ 2
(P. 189)
NAVIGATION
SYSTEM VOICE
CONTROL
BUTTONS
ꭧ 3
VEHICLE STABILITY
ASSIST (VSA)
SYSTEM OFF
SWITCH
ꭧ2
(P. 234 )
STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENTS
(P.77) CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS
ꭧ
2
(P. 194)
HORN
ꭧ
1
PADDLE SHIFTER
(UPSHIFT)
ꭧ2
(P. 224)
INSTRUMENT PANEL
BRIGHTNESS (P.
76)
HAZARD WARNING
BUTTON
(P.76)
WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS
(P.73)
PASSENGER
AIRBAG OFF
INDICATOR
(P.31)
REAR WINDOW
DEFOGGER/
HEATED MIRROR
BUTTON
ꭧ 2
(P. 76/102)
AUXILIARY INPUT JACK
(P. 190)
ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET
(P. 106)
Your Vehicle at a Glance4
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This section gives you important
information about how to protect
yourself and your passengers. It
shows you how to use seat belts. It
explains how your airbags work. And
it tells you how to properly restrain
infants and children in your vehicle.
Important Safety Precautions
...........
6
Your Vehicle's Safety Features
.........
7
Seat Belts
....................................
8
Airbags
........................................
9
Protecting Adults and Teens
..........
11
1. Close and Lock the Doors
......
11
2. Adjust the Front Seats
............
11
3. Adjust the Seat-Backs
.............
12
4. Adjust the Head Restraints
.....
13
5. Fasten and Position the Seat
Belts
..................................
14
6. Maintain a Proper Sitting
Position
.............................
15
Advice for Pregnant Women
......
16
Additional Safety Precautions
.....
17
Additional Information About Your Seat Belts
...............................
18
Seat Belt System Components
....
18 Lap/Shoulder Belt
.....................
19
Automatic Seat Belt
Tensioners
............................
20
Seat Belt Maintenance
...............
20
Additional Information About Your Airbags
..................................
22
Airbag System Components
.......
22
How Your Front Airbags Work
...
25
How Your Side Airbags Work
....
28
How Your Side Curtain Airbags Work
.....................................
30
How the SRS Indicator Works
....
30
How the Side Airbag Off
Indicator Works
.....................
31
How the Passenger Airbag Off Indicator Works
.....................
31
Airbag Service
...........................
32
Additional Safety Precautions
.....
33
Protecting Children －General
Guidelines
.............................
34
All Children Must Be Restrained
.............................
34
All Children Should Sit in a Back Seat
.......................................
35
The Passenger's Front Airbag
Can Pose Serious Risks
..........
35 If You Must Drive with Several
Children
................................
37
If a Child Requires Close Attention
...............................
37
Additional Safety Precautions
.....
38
Protecting Infants and Small Children
................................
39
Protecting Infants
......................
39
Protecting Small Children
..........
40
Selecting a Child Seat
....................
41
Installing a Child Seat
....................
42
Installing a Child Seat with LATCH
..................................
43
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Belt
.................
45
Installing a Child Seat with a Tether
...................................
47
Protecting Larger Children
............
49
Checking Seat Belt Fit
...............
49
Using a Booster Seat
..................
50
When Can a Larger Child Sit in Front
.....................................
51
Additional Safety Precautions
.....
52
Carbon Monoxide Hazard
..............
53
Safety Labels
.................................
54
Driver and Passenger Safety
5
Driver and Passenger Safety
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