2011 HONDA FIT Owners Manual

Your vehicle's exhaust contains
carbon monoxide gas. Carbon
monoxide should not enter the
vehicle in normal driving if you
maintain your vehicle properly and
follow the information on this page.
Have the exhaust system inspected
for leaks whenever: The vehicle is raised for an oilchange.
You notice a change in the sound
of the exhaust.
The vehicle was in a collision that
may have damaged the underside.
Carbon monoxide gas is toxic.
Breathing it can cause
unconsciousness and even killyou.
Avoid any enclosed areas or
activities that expose you to
carbon monoxide.
High levels of carbon monoxide can
collect rapidly in enclosed areas,
such as a garage. Do not run the
engine with the garage door closed.
Even with the door open, run the
engine only long enough to move the
vehicle out of the garage. With the tailgate open, airflow can
pull exhaust gas into your vehicle's
interior and create a hazardous
condition. If you must drive with the
tailgate open, open all the windows
and set the heating and cooling
system as shown below.
If you must sit in your parked vehicle
with the engine running, even in an
unconfined area, adjust the heating
and cooling system as follows:
1. Select the fresh air mode.
2. Select the
mode.
3. Turn the fan on high speed.
4. Set the temperature control to a comfortable setting.
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These labels are in the locations shown. They warn you of potential hazards that could cause serious injury or death.
Read these labels carefully.
If a label comes off or becomes hard to read (except for the U.S. dashboard label which may be removed by the owner),
contact your dealer for a replacement.
U.S. models only
DASHBOARD
U.S. models
SUN VISORS
Canadian models
Safety Labels
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RADIATOR CAP
U.S. modelsCanadian models
DOORJAMBS
Safety Labels
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This section gives information about
the controls and displays that
contribute to the daily operation of
your vehicle. All the essential
controls are within easy reach.Control Locations
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Instrument Panel ..........................59
Instrument Panel Indicators ..........60
Gauges .......................................... 68
Trip Meter ................................ 69
Instant Fuel Economy ...............70
Average Fuel Economy .............70
Odometer .................................. 70
Fuel Gauge ............................... 70
Check Fuel Cap Indicator .........70
Maintenance Minder ™.............. 71
Controls Near the Steering
Wheel ....................................... 72
Windshield Wipers and Washers ................................ 73
Windshield Wipers ...................73
Rear Window Wiper and
Washer ................................. 73
Turn Signal and Headlights ..........74
Instrument Panel Brightness ........76
Hazard Warning Button ................76
Rear Window Defogger .................76
Steering Wheel Adjustments .........77
Keys and Locks .............................
78Immobilizer System
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79
Ignition Switch .............................. 80
Door Locks ................................... 81
Power Door Locks ....................82
Childproof Door Locks ..............83
Auto Door Locking/
Unlocking ............................. 83
Auto Door Locking ...................83
Auto Door Unlocking ................86
Tailgate ......................................... 88
Remote Transmitter ......................90
Seats ............................................. 93
Power Windows .......................... 100
Mirrors ....................................... 101
Parking Brake ............................. 103
Interior Convenience Items .........104
Lower Glove Box ....................105
Upper Glove Box .....................105
Beverage Holders ...................106
Seat Under Box .......................106
Accessory Power Socket .........106
Sun Visor ................................ 106
Interior Lights ............................. 107
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: If equipped
MIRROR CONTROLS
(P. 102)
POWER DOOR
LOCK MASTER SWITCH

(P. 82)
HOOD RELEASE HANDLE
(P. 203)
POWER WINDOWSWITCHES
(P. 100)
PARKING BRAKE (P. 103)AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
(P. 221)
MANUAL TRANSMISSION
(P. 219)HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS

(P. 110)
AUDIO SYSTEM (P. 115, 143)
INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS (P. 60)
GAUGES (P. 68)
DOOR LOCK TAB
(P. 81)
Vehicle with navigation system is shown. USB ADAPTER CABLE

(P. 130, 137, 172, 179)
NAVIGATION SYSTEM

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: If equipped
SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR(P. 66, 194)
WASHER LEVEL
INDICATOR
(P. 65)
MALFUNCTION
INDICATOR LAMP (P. 306)
CHARGING SYSTEM
INDICATOR (P. 60, 305)
LOW OIL PRESSURE
INDICATOR (P. 60, 305)
IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 66)
FOG LIGHT INDICATOR
(P. 64)
LIGHTS ON INDICATOR (P. 64)
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT
SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 30, 61)
MAINTENANCE MINDER INDICATOR (P. 66) CRUISE MAIN INDICATOR
(P. 65)
CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR
(P. 65)
LOW TEMPERATURE
INDICATOR (P. 63)
ELECTRIC POWER STEERING (EPS)
INDICATOR (P. 62)
HIGH BEAM INDICATOR (P. 65)
LOW FUEL INDICATOR
(P. 62)
TPMS INDICATOR
(P. 64)
SEAT BELT REMINDER
INDICATOR (P. 60)
PARKING BRAKE AND
BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR
(P. 60, 307)
DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS INDICATOR (P. 65)
HIGH TEMPERATURE
INDICATOR (P. 63)
VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA)
SYSTEM INDICATOR(P. 67)
VSA OFF INDICATOR
(P. 67) SIDE AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P. 30, 61)
LOW TIRE PRESSURE INDICATOR
(P. 64)
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM
INDICATOR (P. 62) DOOR AND TAILGATE OPEN
INDICATOR (P. 62)
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The instrument panel has many
indicators that give you important
information about your vehicle.
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
See page 306.
Low Oil Pressure Indicator
The engine can be severely damaged
if this indicator flashes or stays on
when the engine is running. For
more information, see page 305.
Charging System Indicator
If this indicator comes on when the
engine is running, the battery is not
being charged. For more
information, see page 305. U.S. Canada
Parking Brake
and Brake
System Indicator(Red)
This indicator has two functions:
1. It comes on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II)
position. It is a reminder to check
the parking brake. A beeper
sounds if you drive with the
parking brake not fully released.
Driving with the parking brake not
fully released can damage the
brakes and tires.
2. If it remains on after you have fully released the parking brake while
the engine is running, or if it
comes on while driving, there
could be a problem with the brake
system. For more information, see
page 307.
Seat Belt Reminder Indicator
This indicator comes on when you
turn the ignition switch to the ON
(II) position. It reminds you and your
passengers to fasten your seat belts.
A beeper also sounds if you have not
fastened your seat belt.
If you turn the ignition switch to the
ON (II) position before fastening
your seat belts, the beeper sounds,
and the indicator flashes. If you do
not fasten your seat belts before the
beeper stops, the indicator stops
flashing but remains on.
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