2009 HONDA FIT manual transmission

CapacitiesFuel tank Approx.
10.6 US gal (40 L)
Engine oil Change
ꭧ1Including
filter 3.8 US qt (3.6 L)
Without filter 3.6 US qt (3.4 L)
Total 4.4 US qt (4.2 L)
Engine
coolant Automatic
transmission
Changeꭧ2
1.19 US gal (4.5 L)
Total 1.32 US gal (5.0 L)
Manual transmission
Change
ꭧ2
1.16 US gal (4.4 L)
Total 1.29 US gal (4.9 L)
Automatic
transmission
fluid Change
2.6 US qt (2.5 L)
Total 6.18 US qt (5.85 L)
Manual
transmisson fluid Change
1.6 US qt (1.5 L)
Total 1.7 US qt (1.6 L)
Windshield
washer reservoir U.S. Vehicles 2.6 US qt (2.5 L)
Canada Vehicles 4.8 US qt (4.5 L)
ꭧ 1: Excluding the oil remaining in the engine
ꭧ 2: Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the engine
Reserve tank capacity:
0.116 US gal (0.44 L)
Air Conditioning
Refrigerant type HFC-134a (R-134a)
Charge quantity 13.1－14.8 oz
(370 －420 g)
Lubricant type SP-10
Lights Headlights High/Low 12 V －60/55W (HB2)
Front turn signal lights 12 V－21W (Amber)
Parking lights/side marker
lights 12 V
－3.8W (Amber)
Fog lights
ꭧ
12 V －55W (H11)
Rear turn signal lights 12 V－21W (Amber)
Stop/Taillights 12 V－21/5W
Back-up lights 12 V－16W
License plate lights 12 V－5W
Ceiling light 12 V－8W
Cargo area light 12 V－5W
Map light
ꭧ
12 V －8W
High-mount brake light LED
ꭧ : For some types
Specifications
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BatteryCapacity 12 V－32 AH/5 HR
12 V －34 AH/5 HR
12 V －40 AH/20 HR
Fuses Interior See page309or the fuse label
attached to the dashboard.
Under-hood See page310or the fuse box cover.
Alignment Toe-in Front 0.0 in (0 mm)
Rear 0.10 in (2.5 mm)
Camber Front 0°
Rear －1°
Caster Front 3°20'Tires
Size Front/Rear 175/65R15 84S
ꭧ1
185/55R16 83H
ꭧ2
Spare T125/70D15 95M
ꭧ3
T135/80D15 99M
ꭧ4
Pressure Front/Rear 32 psi (220 kPa,
2.2 kgf/cm
2)ꭧ 1
33 psi (230 kPa,
2.3 kgf/cm
2)ꭧ 2
Spare 60 psi (420 kPa,
4.2 kgf/cm
2)
ꭧ 1: All models except Sport
ꭧ 2: Sport model
ꭧ 3: On models without VSA system and all Canadian models with
manual transmission
ꭧ 4: On models with VSA system
Specifications320
2009 Fit

Exhaust Emissions Controls
The exhaust emissions controls
include four systems: PGM-FI,
ignition timing control, exhaust gas
recirculation, and three way catalytic
converter. These four systems work
together to control the engine's
combustion and minimize the
amount of HC, CO, and NOx that
come out the tailpipe. The exhaust
emissions control systems are
separate from the crankcase and
evaporative emissions control
systems.
PGM-FI SystemThe PGM-FI system uses sequential
multiport fuel injection. It has three
subsystems: air intake, engine
control, and fuel control. The
powertrain control module (PCM) in
automatic transmission vehicles or
the engine control module (ECM) in
manual transmission vehicles uses
various sensors to determine how
much air is going into the engine. It
then controls how much fuel to inject
under all operating conditions.Ignition Timing Control SystemThis system constantly adjusts the
ignition timing, reducing the amount
of HC, CO, and NOx produced.Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR)SystemThe exhaust gas recirculation (EGR)
system takes some of the exhaust gas
and routes it back into the intake
manifold. Adding exhaust gas to the
air/fuel mixture reduces the amount
of NOx produced when the fuel is
burned.
Three Way Catalytic ConverterThe three way catalytic converter is
in the exhaust system. Through
chemical reactions, it converts HC,
CO, and NOx in the engine's exhaust
to carbon dioxide (CO
2), nitrogen
(N
2), and water vapor.
Replacement Parts
The emissions control systems are
designed and certified to work
together in reducing emissions to
levels that comply with the Clean Air
Act. To make sure the emissions
remain low, you should use only new
Honda replacement parts or their
equivalent for repairs. Using lower
quality parts may increase the
emissions from your vehicle.
The emissions control systems are
covered by warranties separate from
the rest of your vehicle. Read your
warranty manual for more
information.
Emissions Controls
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Testing of Readiness Codes
If you take your vehicle for an
emissions test shortly after the
battery has been disconnected or
gone dead, it may not pass the test.
This is because of certain‘‘readiness
codes ’’that must be set in the on-
board diagnostics for the emissions
systems. These codes are erased
when the battery is disconnected,
and set again only after several days
of driving under a variety of
conditions. If the testing facility determines that
the readiness codes are not set, you
will be requested to return at a later
date to complete the test. If you must
get the vehicle retested within the
next two or three days, you can
condition the vehicle for retesting by
doing the following.
1. Make sure the gas tank is nearly,
but not completely, full (around
3/4).
2. Make sure the vehicle has been parked with the engine off for 6
hours or more.
3. Make sure the ambient temperature is between 40° and
95°F. 4. Without touching the accelerator
pedal, start the engine, and let it
idle for 20 seconds.
5. Keep the vehicle in Park (automatic transmission) or
neutral (manual transmission).
Increase the engine speed to 2,000
rpm, and hold it there until the
temperature gauge rises to at least
1/4 of the scale (about 3 minutes).
6. Without touching the accelerator pedal, let the engine idle for 20
seconds.
CONTINUED
Emissions Testing
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D
DANGER, Explanation of
.............
iii
Dashboard
...............................
3, 58
Daytime Running Lights (Canada only)
.........................................
75
Daytime Running Lights Indicator (Canada only)
...........................
65
Dead Battery
..............................
299
Defects, Reporting Safety
...........
334
Defogger, Rear Window
...............
76
Defrosting the Windows
............
113
Detachable Anchor
......................
99
Dimensions
................................
318
Dimming the Headlights
..............
74
Dipstick Automatic Transmission
.........
259
Engine Oil
...............................
201
Directional Signals
.......................
63
Disc Brake Wear Indicators
.......
230
Disc Care
...................................
186
Disc Player Error Messages
........................
128, 157
Disposal of Used Oil
...................
255 Doors
Childproof Door Locks
.............
82
Locking and Unlocking
............
81
Power Door Locks
...................
81
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)
................................
321
Downshifting, Manual Transmission
..........................
217
Driver and Passenger Safety
..........
5
Driving
.......................................
213
Economy
.................................
203
Driving Guidelines
.....................
214
Driving with the Paddle Shifters (Sport only)
............................
224
Dust and Pollen Filter
................
268
E
Economy, Fuel
...........................
203
Electric Power Steering (EPS) Indicator
...................................
62
Emergencies on the Road
..........
283
Battery, Jump Starting
.............
299
Brake System Indicator
...........
305
Changing a Flat Tire
...............
285 Charging System Indicator
.....
303
Checking the Fuses
................
307
Driving with a Flat Tire
...........
284
Hazard Warning Flashers
........
76
Jump Starting
..........................
299
Low Oil Pressure Indicator
.....
303
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
....
304
Overheated Engine
.................
301
Towing
....................................
311
Emergency Brake
......................
102
Emergency Flashers
....................
76
Emergency Towing
....................
311
Emissions Controls
....................
326
Emissions Testing
......................
329
CONTINUED
Index
III
INDEX
2009 Fit

EngineAdding Engine Coolant
...........
256
Coolant Temperature Indicator
...............................
63
If it Won ’t Start
........................
297
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
.............................
60, 304
Oil Life Indicator
.....................
245
Oil Pressure Indicator
.......
60, 303
Oil, What Kind to Use
.............
253
Overheating
............................
301
Specifications
..........................
318
Speed Limiter
..................
218, 222
Starting
...................................
216
Ethanol in Gasoline
....................
198
Evaporative Emissions Controls
..................................
326
Exhaust Fumes
............................
53
Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat Belts by
....................................
16
F
Fan, Interior
...............................
111 Features, Comfort and
Convenience
...........................
109
Filling the Fuel Tank
..................
199
Filters Dust and Pollen
.......................
268
Oil
...........................................
254
Flashers, Hazard Warning
...........
76
Flat Tire, Changing a
.................
285
Floor Mats
.................................
267
Fluids Automatic Transmission
.........
259
Brake
......................................
261
Clutch
.....................................
261
Manual Transmission
..............
260
Windshield Washer
.................
258
FM/AM Radio Reception
...........
184
Four-way Flashers
........................
76
Front Airbags
...........................
9, 25
Front Seat Adjusting
..................................
93
Airbags
.................................
9, 25
Fuel
............................................
198
Check Fuel Cap Indicator
.........
70
Fill Door and Cap
....................
199
Gauge
......................................
70
Low Fuel Indicator
...................
62 Octane Requirement
...............
198
Oxygenated
.............................
198
Reserve Indicator
.....................
62
Tank, Filling the
......................
199
Fuel Economy
............................
203
Fuses, Checking the
..................
307
G
Gas Mileage, Improving
.............
203
Gasohol
......................................
198
Gasoline
.....................................
198
Gauge
......................................
68
Low Fuel Indicator
...................
62
Octane Requirement
...............
198
Tank, Refueling
.......................
199
Gas Station Procedures
..............
199
Gauges Fuel
..........................................
70
Speedometer
............................
68
Gearshift Lever Positions Automatic Transmission
.........
220
Manual Transmission
..............
217
Glove Box
..................................
105
IndexIV
2009 Fit

Inflation, Proper Tire
..................
273
Recommended Pressures
.......
274
Inside Mirror
.............................
101
Inspection, Tire
..........................
275
Installing a Child Seat
..................
42
Instrument Panel
..........................
59
Instrument Panel Brightness
.......
76
Instruments and Controls
.............
57
Interior Lights
............................
107
Introduction
...................................
i
iPod
®Error Messages
.........
135, 176
J
Jacking up the Vehicle
...............
285
Jack, Tire
...................................
285
Jump Starting
.............................
299
K
Keys
.............................................
78 L
Label, Certification
.....................
316
Lane Change, Signaling
...............
74
Lap/Shoulder Belt
.................
14, 19
LATCH Anchorage System
..........
43
Lights Bulb Replacement
...................
262
Indicator
...................................
59
Interior
....................................
107
Parking
....................................
74
Turn Signal
..............................
74
Load Limit
..................................
209
LOCK (Ignition Key Position)
......
80
Locks Anti-theft Steering Column
.......
80
Childproof Door
.......................
82
Fuel Fill Door
..........................
199
Lockout Prevention
..................
82
Power Door
..............................
81
Tailgate
....................................
88
Low Coolant Level
......................
202
Lower Anchors
.............................
43
Lower Glove Box
........................
105
Low Fuel Indicator
.......................
62 Low Oil Pressure
Indicator
...........................
60, 303
Lubricant Specifications Chart...
319
Luggage, Storing (cargo)
...........
208
M
Maintenance
..............................
243
Main Items and Sub Items
......
248
Minder
....................................
245
Minder Indicator
......................
66
Owner's Maintenance Checks
................................
250
Safety
......................................
244
Schedule
.................................
251
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
.......
304
Manual Transmission
.................
217
Checking Fluid Level
..............
260
Shifting
...................................
217
Manual Transmission Fluid
.......
260
Meters, Gauges
............................
68
Methanol in Gasoline
.................
198
Mirrors, Adjusting
......................
101
Modifications
.............................
207
Modifying Your Vehicle
.............
207
IndexVI
2009 Fit

Rear View Mirror
.......................
101
Rear Window Defogger
................
76
Rear Window Wiper and Washer
.....................................
73
Recommended Shift Speeds
.......
218
Refueling
....................................
199
Reminder Indicators
.....................
60
Remote Audio Controls
..............
189
Remote Transmitter
.....................
90
Replacement Information Dust and Pollen Filter
.............
268
Engine Oil and Filter
...............
254
Fuses
......................................
306
Light Bulbs
.............................
262
Schedule
.................................
251
Tires
.......................................
276
Wiper Blades
..........................
269
Replacing Seat Belts After a Crash
........................................
20
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Vehicles)
................................
334
Reserve Tank, Engine Coolant
............................
202, 256
Restraint, Child
............................
34
Reverse Gear Position
................
221
Reverse Lockout
........................
223 Rotation, Tire
.............................
276
S
Safety Belts
..............................
8, 18
Safety Defects, Reporting (U.S. only)
.......................................
334
Safety Features
..............................
7
Airbags
......................................
9
Door Locks
..............................
11
Head Restraints
........................
13
Seat Belts
..............................
8, 14
Seats & Seat-Backs
..............
11, 12
Safety Labels, Location of
.............
54
Safety Messages
..........................
iii
Seat Belts
.................................
8, 18
Additional Information
.............
18
Advice for Pregnant Women
....
16
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners
...........................
20
Cleaning
..................................
267
Detachable Anchor
..................
99
Lap/Shoulder Belt
..............
14, 19
Maintenance
............................
20 Reminder Indicator and
Beeper
.............................
18, 60
System Components
................
18
Use During Pregnancy
.............
16
Wearing a Lap/Shoulder Belt
..................................
14, 19
Seats
............................................
93
Seats, Adjusting the
.....................
93
Seat Under Box
..........................
106
Security System
.........................
193
Sensors Driver's Seat Position Sensor...
27
Front Passenger's Weight Sensors
................................
27
Impact Sensors
...................
22, 23
Serial Number
............................
316
Service Intervals
.........................
245
Service Manual (U.S. only)
........
335
Service Station Procedures
........
199
Setting the Clock
........................
192
Shifting the Automatic Transmission
..........................
219
Shift Lever Position Indicators
...
219
Shift Lock Release
......................
223
IndexVIII
2009 Fit