2010 HONDA INSIGHT Hatch

Make sure all windows, mirrors,
and outside lights are clean and
unobstructed. Remove f rost, snow,
or ice.Check that any items you may be
carrying are stored properly or
f astened down securely.
Check the seat adjustment (see
page ).
Check the adjustment of the
inside and outside mirrors (see
page ).
Check the steering wheel
adjustment (see page ).
Make sure the doors are securely
closed and locked.Fasten your seat belt. Check that
your passengers have f astened
their seat belts (see page ).
Youshoulddothefollowingchecks
and adjustments bef ore you drive
your vehicle.
Visually check the tires. If a tire
looks low, use a gauge to check its
pressure (see page ). Check that the hood and hatch are
f ully closed. When you start the engine, check
the gauges and indicators in the
instrument panel, and the
messages on the multi-inf ormation
display (see pages , and
).
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2.
3.
8. 7. 6.9.
4.
5.
375 61 72
75 17
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144 12510.
Preparing to Drive
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Open the hatch.
Push on the area of the trim as
shown in the illustration above to
detach the upper hooks f rom the
light assembly.Pry on the gap between the trim
and light assembly caref ully with a
f lat-tipped screwdriver to detach
the lower hooks.
Make sure that all hooks are
removed f rom the light assembly.
Unclip the top half of the trim
fromthebodybypullingitout.
Then unclip the bottom half.
1.
2.
3.
4.
Lights
Replacing the Rear Bulbs
Maint enance
365
HOOKS
TRIM
HOOKS CLIP
CLIP
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Fill the f uel tank.
If you need to park your vehicle f or
an extended period (more than 1
month), there are several things you
should do to prepare it f or storage.
Proper preparation helps prevent
deterioration and makes it easier to
get your vehicle back on the road. If
possible, store your vehicle indoors.
Wash and dry the exterior
completely.
Cleantheinterior.Makesurethe
carpeting, floor mats, etc., are
completely dry.
Leave the parking brake off. Put
the transmission in Park.
Block the rear wheels. If the vehicle is to be stored f or a
longer period, it should be
supported on jackstands so the
tires are of f the ground.
Leave one window open slightly (if
the vehicle is being stored
indoors).
Disconnect the 12 volt battery.
Support the f ront wiper blade
arms with a f olded towel or rag so
they do not touch the windshield.
Cover the vehicle with a
‘‘breathable’’ cover, one made
f rom a porous material such as
cotton. Non-porous materials, suchas plastic sheeting, trap moisture,
which can damage the paint.
Reconnect the 12 volt battery and
drive your vehicle every month f or
about 30 minutes. This will keep
the IMA battery charged and in
good condition.
If possible, periodically run the
engine until it reaches f ull
operating temperature (the
cooling f ans cycle on and of f
twice). Pref erably, do this once a
month.
To minimize sticking, apply a
silicone spray lubricant to all door
and hatch seals. Also, apply a
vehiclebodywaxtothepainted
surfaces that mate with the door
and hatch seals.
Vehicle Storage
Maint enance
383
If this vehicle is unused f or over one
month, the service lif e of the 100V
Nickel-Metal Hydride battery will be
reduced and the battery may be
permanently damaged.
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If you have a f lat tire while driving,
stop in a saf e place to change it.
Drive slowly along the shoulder until
you get to an exit or an area to stop
that is far away from the traffic lanes.Park the vehicle on f irm, level, and
non-slippery ground. Put the
transmission in Park. Apply the
parking brake.
Turn on the hazard warning lights,
and turn the ignition switch to the
LOCK (0) position. Have all
passengers get out of the vehicle
while you change the tire.Open the hatch.
Remove the cargo area floor by
caref ully pulling the f ront edge of
the f loor straight up.
4. 3.
2. 1.
Changing a Flat Tire
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
387
HOLDER
FLOOR
TABThe vehicle can easily roll off
the jack, seriously injuring
anyone underneath.
Follow the directions for
changing a tire exactly, and
never get under the vehicle
when it is supported only by the
jack.
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Your vehicle’s original tire has a
tire pressure monitoring system
sensor. To replace a tire, ref er to(see
page ).
Store the center cap in the cargo
area. Make sure it does not get
scratched or damaged.
Store the tools in the spare tire
casing and the jack in its holder.
Turn the jack’s end bracket
clockwise to lock it in place, and
reinstall the cover.
Place the cargo area f loor in its
original position. Close the hatch.
25.
26.27.
28.
330
U.S. models only
Changing a Flat Tire
Changing a T ire with T PMS
392
FLOOR
Loose items can fly around the
interior in a crash and could
seriously injure the occupants.
Store the wheel, jack, and tools
securely before driving.
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No. Circuits Protected
No.
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Circuits Protected
Amps.
No. Amps. Circuits Protected
1
2Ignition Coil (EX)
Ignition Coil (IN)
45
46
47
48
49
50
51
52
53
54
55
56
57
58
59
60
15 A
15 A
Hatch Lock
Not Used
Condenser Fan Motor
Left Headlight High Beam
Door Lock Motor 2 (Unlock)
Door Lock Motor 1 (Unlock)
Right Headlight High Beam
DBW
IMA 2
Not Used
Heated Mirror
Front Wiper
Blower Motor
ABS/VSA Motor
Rear Defogger
Rear Defogger
Not Used
IG Main
7.5 A
30 A
10 A
15 A
15 A
10 A
15 A
10 A
10 A
30 A
30 A
30 A
30 A
40 A
50 A 1
2
3100 A
60 A
20 A Battery, Main, ACG
EPS
Horn, Stop, Hazard
1:
2:
3: U.S. LX model
U.S. models except LX model and all
Canadian models
EX models
2
3 1
2
Fuse Locations
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
411
UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOXESOn the battery Next to the battery
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Doors...........
Auto Door Locking . 107,130
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Auto Door Unlocking . 108,130
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Childproof Door Locks . 131
............
Locking and Unlocking . 130
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DOT Tire Quality Grading . 421
...........
Driver and Passenger Safety . 5
...........................................
Driving .301
....................................
Economy .290
..................
Dust and Pollen Filter . 370
.......
Eco Guide Feedback Monitor . 73
Ecological Drive Assist System ..........................
(ECON Assist) .304
................................
ECON Button .124
..................................
ECON Mode .124
..............................
Economy, Fuel .290
............
Emergencies on the Road . 385
.............
Battery, Jump Starting . 396
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Brake System Indicator . 63,404
................
Changing a Flat Tire . 387
Charging System ...........................
Indicator .63, 402
..................
Checking the Fuses . 407Low Oil Pressure
...........................
Indicator .62, 401
Malf unction Indicator ................................
Lamp .62, 403
..................
Overheated Engine . 398
.........................
Emergency Brake .148
....................
Emergency Flashers .122
...........
Emergency Hatch Opener . 137
......................
Emergency Towing .412
.......................
Emissions Controls .425
........................
Emissions Testing .428
Engine ............
Adding Engine Coolant . 353
Coolant Temperature ...................................
Indicator .67
.........................
If It Won’t Start .394
Malf unction Indicator ................................
Lamp .62, 403
.........................
Oil Lif e Display .337
........
Oil Pressure Indicator . 62,401
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Oil, What Kind to Use . 348
...............................
Overheating .398
............................
Specif ications .418
............................
Speed Limiter .314
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Starting .303
.
Evaporative Emissions Controls . 425...............................
Exhaust Fumes .56
Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat ........................................
Belts by .19
...................................
Fan, Interior .162
.........................................
Features .159
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Filling the Fuel Tank . 285
Filters .........................
Dust and Pollen .370
...............................................
Oil .350
...........
Flashers, Hazard Warning . 122
...................
Flat Tire, Changing a . 387
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Floor Mats .369
Fluids ..........
Automatic Transmission . 356
..........................................
Brake .357
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Windshield Washer . 355
FM Stereo Radio ...................................
Reception .246
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Four-way Flashers .122
............................
Front Airbags .10, 25
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Fuel .284
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Fill Door and Cap .285
...........................................
Gauge .73
................
Octane Requirement . 284
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Oxygenated .284
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Reserve Indicator .70
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Tank, Filling the .285
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Fuses, Checking the .407 .............
Halogen Headlight Bulbs . 359
...........................
HandsFreeLink
. 259
..............................................
Hatch .136
......................................
Opening .136
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Open Indicator .68
............
Hazard Warning Flashers . 122
Headlights ........................................
Aiming .359
.........
Daytime Running Lights . 120
..................
High Beam Indicator . 69
......................
Reminder Beeper .119
........
Replacing Halogen Bulbs . 359
.................................
Turning on .119
............................
Head Restraints .139
.............................
Heated Mirrors .145
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High Altitude, Starting at . 303
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High-Low Beam Switch . 118
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Hood, Opening the .287
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Horn .4
...............
Gas Mileage, Improving . 290
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Gasoline .284
...............
Fuel Reserve Indicator . 70
...........................................
Gauge .73
................
Octane Requirement . 284
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Tank, Filling the .285
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Gas Station Procedures . 285
Gauges .............................
Charge/Assist .74
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Fuel .73
............
Gearshif t Lever Positions . 311
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Automatic Transmission . 311
......................................
Glove Box .154
...
Identif ication Number, Vehicle . 416Ignition
............................................
Keys .126
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Switch .128
............
Timing Control System . 426
IMA System Power Flow ........................................
Monitor .84
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Immobilizer System .127
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Important Safety Precautions . 6
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Indicators, Instrument Panel . 62
...
Indicators, Messages (MID) . 62,89
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ABS (Anti-lock Brake) . 64
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Auto Idle Stop .66
Brake (Parking and Brake ............................
System) .63, 404
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Cruise Control .69
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Cruise Main .69
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Door/Hatch Open . 12,68
DRL (Daytime Running ....................................
Lights) .120
.
EPS (Electric Power Steering) . 68
................................
ECON Mode .71
...................................
High Beam .69
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High Temperature (Coolant) . 67
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IMA Battery Level .85
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IMA System .66
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Key (Immobilizer System) . 63
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