2010 HONDA FIT Windshield

If the interior is very warm,you can
cool it down more rapidly by partially
opening the windows, turning on the
A/C, and setting the fan to maximum
speed in
.
Dehumidify the Interior
Air conditioning, as it cools, removes
moisture from the air. When used in
combination with the heater, it
makes the interior warm and dry and
can prevent the windows from
fogging up.
1. Turn the fan on.
2. If the A/C is off, turn it on (if equipped).
3. Select
and.
Adjust the temperature to your preference.
This setting is suitable for all driving
conditions whenever the outside
temperature is above 32°F (0°C). To Defog and Defrost
To remove fog from the inside of thewindows:
1. Set the fan to the desired speed or
high for faster defrosting.
2. Select
by sliding the lever.
3. Select
. The system
automatically turns on the A/C (if
equipped). The A/C indicator will
not come on if it was previously off.
4. Adjust the temperature so the airflow feels warm.
5. Select
/to help clear the
rear window.
6. To increase airflow to the windshield, close the corner vents. When you select
or, the
system automatically turns on the
A/C. This helps to dehumidify the air
and to defog the windshield. In either
mode, you cannot turn off the A/C.
When you switch to another mode,
the A/C returns to its original
setting, either on or off, as indicated
by the A/C indicator.
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To Remove Exterior Frost or Ice
From the Windows
1. Set the fan and temperaturecontrols to maximum level.
2. Select
. The system
automatically turns on the A/C (if
equipped). The A/C indicator does
not come on if it was previously off.
3. Select
.
To clear the windows faster, you can
close the dashboard corner vents by
rotating each vent. This sends more
warm air to the windshield defroster
vents. Once the windshield is clear,
select fresh air mode to avoid
fogging the windows.
For your safety, make sure you have
a clear view through all the windows
before driving. To Turn Everything Off
Turning the fan speed control dial all
the way to the left shuts the systemoff.
● Keep the system off for short
periods only.
● To keep stale air and mustiness
from collecting, you should have
the fan running at all times.
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This section explains why it is
important to keep your vehicle well
maintained and how to follow basic
maintenance safety precautions.
This section also includes
instructions on how to read the
maintenance minder messages on
the information display, and
instructions for simple maintenance
tasks you may want to take care ofyourself.
If you have the skills and tools to
perform more complex maintenance
tasks on your vehicle, you may want
to purchase the service manual. See
page 335 for information on how to
obtain a copy, or see your dealer.Maintenance Safety.....................
244
Maintenance Minder ..................
245
Fluid Locations ...........................
252
Adding Engine Oil ......................
253
Changing the Engine Oil and Filter .......................................
254
Engine Coolant ...........................
256
Windshield Washers ...................
258
Transmission Fluid .....................
259
Automatic Transmission
Fluid ...................................
259
Manual Transmission Fluid ....
260
Brake and Clutch Fluid ...............
261
Lights ..........................................
262
Cleaning the Seat Belts ...............
267
Floor Mats ..................................
267
Audio Antenna ............................
268
Dust and Pollen Filter .................
268
Wiper Blades ..............................
269
Tires ...........................................
273
Checking the Battery ..................
279
Vehicle Storage ...........................
281
Maintenance
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Maintenance

Check the fluid level in the
windshield washer reservoir at least
monthly during normal use. This
reservoir supplies the windshield and
rear window washers.
On U.S. models:To check the
windshield washer fluid level, open
the hood and look for the windshield
washer reservoir located behind the
right headlight. You will see a ‘‘1/2 ’’
mark on the reservoir.
On Canadian models:The low washer
level indicator comes on when the
level is low (see page 65).
Fill the reservoir with a good-quality
windshield washer fluid. This
increases the cleaning capability and
prevents freezing in cold weather.
When you refill the reservoir, clean
the edges of the windshield wiper
blades with windshield washer fluid
on a clean cloth. This will help to
condition the blade edges.
Do not use engine antifreeze or a
vinegar/water solution in the
windshield washer reservoir. Antifreeze
can damage your vehicle's paint, while
a vinegar/water solution can damage
the windshield washer pump. Use only
commercially-available windshield
washer fluid.
WINDSHIELD WASHER RESERVOIR Fill up to here
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Check the condition of the wiper
blades at least every six months.
Replace them if you find signs of
cracking in the rubber, areas that are
getting hard, or if they leave streaks
and unwiped areas when used.
To replace a front wiper blade:
1. Raise the wiper arm off thewindshield. Raise the driver's side
first, then the passenger's side.
Do not open the hood when the wiper
arms are raised, or you will damage the
hood and wiper arms.
2. Disconnect the blade assemblyfrom the wiper arm:
● Put a cloth on the edge of the
lock tab to prevent scratches,
then push up on the lock tab
carefully with a flat-tipscrewdriver.
WIPER ARMS
LOCK TAB
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●Pivot the blade assembly toward
the wiper arm 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 thewindshield.3. Remove the blade from its holder by grabbing the tabbed end of the
blade. Pull firmly until the tabs
come out of the holder. 4. Examine the new wiper blades. If
they have no plastic or metal
reinforcement along the back
edge, remove the metal
reinforcement strips from the old
wiper blade, and install them in the
slots along the edge of the newblade.
Make sure the two rubber tabs
inside the blade fit to each notch of
the reinforcement, as shown.
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REINFORCEMENT
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5. Place the top of the wiper blade onthe end of the blade assembly, and
slide the blade onto the assembly.
Make sure the blade is completely installed. 6. Slide the wiper blade assembly
onto the wiper arm. Push down the
lock tab. Make sure the wiper
blade assembly locks in place.
7. Lower the wiper arm down against the windshield, the passenger's
side first, then the driver's side.To replace the rear wiper blade:
1. Raise the wiper arm off the rearwindow.
2. Disconnect the blade assembly from the wiper arm by pivoting the
blade assembly upward.
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3. Slide the blade out of the holder.4. Examine the new wiper blades. Ifthey have no plastic or metal
reinforcement along the back
edge, remove the metal
reinforcement strips from the old
wiper blade, and install them in the
slots along the edge of the newblade.5. Slide the new blade into theholder. Make sure it is engaged in
the slot along its full length.
Insert both ends of the blade into
the holder. Make sure they aresecure.
6. Install the wiper blade assembly onto the wiper arm. Make sure it
locks in place.
7. Lower the wiper arm against the windshield.
BLADE
REINFORCEMENT
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