2010 HONDA FIT dead battery

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DANGER, Explanation of.............iii
Dashboard ............................... 3, 58
Daytime Running Lights (Canada only) ......................................... 75
Daytime Running Lights Indicator ................................... 65
Dead Battery .............................. 299
Defects, Reporting Safety (U.S. only) ....................................... 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, 74
Disc Brake Wear Indicators .......230
Disc Care ................................... 186
Disc Player Error
Messages ........................ 128, 157
Disposal of Used Oil ...................255Doors
Auto Door Locking/ Unlocking .............................
83
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
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Economy, Fuel ........................... 203
Electric Power Steering (EPS) Indicator ................................... 62
Emergencies on the Road ..........283
Battery, Jump Starting .............299 Brake System Indicator
.....60, 305
Changing a Flat Tire ...............285
Charging System Indicator ........................ 60, 303
Checking the Fuses ................307
Driving with a Flat Tire ...........284
Hazard Warning Flashers ........76
Jump Starting .......................... 299
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ........................ 60, 303
Malfunction Indicator
Lamp ............................. 60, 304
Overheated Engine .................301
Towing .................................... 311
Emergency Brake ......................102
Emergency Flashers ....................76
Emergency Towing ....................311
Emissions Controls ....................326
Emissions Testing ......................329
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Index
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INDEX

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
Side Airbags ................................. 28
How the Side Airbag Off
Indicator Works ...................31
How Your Side Airbags Work ..28
Side Curtain Airbags ....................30
How Your Side Curtain Airbags Work .................................... 30
Side Marker Lights, Bulb Replacement in .......................263
Signaling Turns ............................ 63
Snow Tires ................................. 278
Spare Tire .................................. 284
Inflating ........................... 273, 284
Specifications .......................... 320
Spark Plugs ................................ 318
Specifications ............................. 318
Speed Control ............................ 194
Speed Limiter ......................218, 222Speedometer
................................ 68
SRS, Additional Information .........22
Additional Safety Precautions ...33
Airbag Service .......................... 32
Airbag System Components .....22
How the Side Airbag Off Indicator Works ...................31
How the SRS Indicator Works ..30
How Your Front Airbags Work .................................... 25
How Your Side Airbags Work ..28
How Your Side Curtain Airbags
Work .................................... 30
SRS Indicator ......................... 30, 61
START (Ignition Key Position) .....80
Starting the Engine ....................216
In Cold Weather at High Altitude ................................ 216
With a Dead Battery ................299
State Emissions Testing .............329
Steam Coming from Engine .......301
Steering Wheel
Adjustments ............................. 77
Anti-theft Column Lock ............80
Buttons ........................... 189, 194
Storing Your Vehicle ..................281Sun Visor
................................... 106
Supplemental Restraint
System .............................. 9, 22
Servicing .................................. 32
SRS Indicator ...................... 30, 61
System Components ................22
Synthetic Oil .............................. 254
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Tachometer .................................. 68
Tailgate ........................................ 88
Open Indicator ......................... 62
Opening the ............................. 88
Taillights, Changing Bulbs in .....266
Taking Care of the
Unexpected ............................ 283
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INDEX

To program the Ignition SwitchUnlock mode:
Unlocks the driver's door or all doorsand tailgate when the ignition switch ismoved out of the ON (II) position.
1. Make sure the shift lever is in the
Park (P) position (A/T vehicles).
2. Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, and make sure to
close the driver's door. 3.
On A/T vehicles,push and hold the
brake pedal, then move the shift
lever out of the Park (P) position.
4. Push and hold the rear of the master door lock switch on the
driver's door. You will hear a click.
Continue to hold the switch:
● Until you hear another click
(after about 5 seconds) toactivate
driver's door unlock
feature
.
● Or, until you hear two more
clicks (after about 10 seconds)
to activate
all doors and tailgate
unlock feature
.
5. Release the switch, and within 5 seconds, turn the ignition switch to
the ACCESSORY (I) position.
On
A/T vehicles,
move the shift lever to
the Park (P) position.
6. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (0) position. Even if your vehicle's battery is
removed or goes dead, the system
keeps the auto door lock/unlock
setting which you selected.
A/T models
Door Locks
87
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Your vehicle's audio system will
disable itself if it is disconnected
from electrical power for any reason.
To make it work again, you must
enter a specific digit code using the
preset buttons. Because there are
hundreds of number combinations
possible from specific digits, making
the system work without knowing
the exact code is nearly impossible.
You should have received a card that
lists your audio system's code and
serial numbers. It is best to store this
card in a safe place at home. In
addition, you should write the audio
system's serial number in this
owner's manual.
If you lose the card, you must obtain
the code number from a dealer. To
do this, you will need the system's
serial number.If your vehicle's battery is
disconnected or goes dead, or the
radio fuse is removed, the audio
system will disable itself. If this
happens, you will see
‘‘ENTER
CODE ’’in the frequency display the
next time you turn on the system.
Use the preset buttons to enter the
code. On vehicles with navigation
system, touch the Done icon to set
the code. The code is on the radio
code card included in your owner's
manual kit. When it is entered
correctly, the radio will start playing.
If you make a mistake entering the
code, do not start over; complete the
sequence, then enter the correct
code. You have 10 tries to enter the
correct code. If you are unsuccessful
in 10 attempts, you must then leave
the system on for 1 hour before
trying again.
Radio Theft Protection
191
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WARNING:Battery posts,
terminals, and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds.
Wash your hands after handling.
If you need to connect the battery to
a charger, disconnect both cables to
prevent damaging your vehicle's
electrical system. Always disconnect
the negative ( －) cable first, and
reconnect it last.
On vehicles without navigation system
If your vehicle's battery is
disconnected, or goes dead, the time
setting is lost. To reset the time, see
page 192.
If your vehicle's battery is
disconnected, or goes dead, the
audio system may disable itself. The
next time you turn on the radio, you
will see ‘‘ENTER CODE ’’in the
frequency display. Use the preset
buttons to enter the code (see page191).
The battery gives off explosive
hydrogen gas during normaloperation.
A spark or flame can cause the
battery to explode with enough
force to kill or seriously hurtyou.
Wear protective clothing and a
face shield, or have a skilled
technician do the batterymaintenance.
On vehicles with navigation system
The navigation system will also
disable itself. The next time you turn
on the ignition switch, the system
will require you to enter ‘‘ENTER
CODE ’’before it can be used. Refer
to the navigation system manual.
Checking the Battery
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If this indicator comes on
while driving, it means one
of the engine's emissions control
systems may have a problem. Even
though you may feel no difference in
your vehicle's performance, it can
reduce your fuel economy and cause
increased emissions. Continued
operation may cause serious damage.
If you have recently refueled your
vehicle, the indicator coming on
could be due to a loose or missing
fuel fill cap. You will also see a‘‘ CHECK FUEL CAP ’’message on
the information display. Tighten the
cap until it clicks at least once.
Tightening the cap will not turn the
indicator off immediately; it can take
several days of normal driving. If the indicator comes on repeatedly,
even though it may go off as you
continue driving, have your vehicle
checked by a dealer as soon aspossible.
If you keep driving with the malfunction
indicator lamp on, you can damage
your vehicle's emissions controls and
engine. Those repairs may not be
covered by your vehicle's warranties.
If your vehicle has an automatic
transmission, the malfunction
indicator lamp may also come on
with the
‘‘D ’’indicator. Readiness Codes
Your vehicle has certain
‘‘readiness
codes ’’that are part of the on-board
diagnostics for the emissions
systems. In some states, part of the
emissions testing is to make sure
these codes are set. If they are not
set, the test cannot be completed.
If the battery in your vehicle has
been disconnected or gone dead,
these codes are erased. It can take
several days of driving under various
conditions to set the codes again.
To check if they are set, turn the
ignition switch to the ON (II)
position, without starting the engine.
The malfunction indicator lamp will
come on for 20 seconds. If it then
goes off, the readiness codes are set.
If it blinks five times, the readiness
codes are not set. If possible, do not
take your vehicle for an emissions
test until the readiness codes are set.
Refer to Emissions Testing for
more information (see page 329).
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
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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 ofconditions. 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° and95°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 20seconds.
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Emissions Testing
329
Technical Information
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