2011 HONDA INSIGHT warning

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To help you make inf ormed
decisions about saf ety, we have
provided operating procedures and
other inf ormation on labels and in
this manual. This inf ormation alerts
you to potential hazards that could
hurt you or others.
You will f ind this important saf ety inf ormation in a variety of f orms,
including:
preceded by a saf ety alert symbol and one of
three signal words: , , or .
These signal words mean:
such as Important Saf ety Reminders or Important
Safety Precautions.
such as Driver and Passenger Safety.
This entire book is f illed with important saf ety inf ormation please read it
caref ully.
Your safety, and the safety of others,
is very important. And operating this
vehicle safely is an important
responsibility.
Of course, it is not practical or
possible to warn you about all the
hazards associated with operating or
maintaining your vehicle. You must
use your own good judgement.
on the vehicle.
how to use this vehicle correctly and saf ely.
Saf ety Messages
Saf ety Headings
Saf ety Section
Saf ety L abels
Instructions
AFewWordsAboutSafety
DANGER WARNING CAUTION
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You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY
HURT if you don’t follow instructions.
You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY
HURT if you don’t follow instructions.
You CAN be HURT if you don’t follow
instructions.

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Ref er to the navigation system manual.
1:2: If equipped
CONT INUED
Your Vehicle at a Glance
Your Vehicle at a Glance
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MULTI-INFORMATION
DISPLAY
(P.72) (P.62)
INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS
GAUGES
ECON BUTTON
DOOR LOCK TAB
POWER DOOR LOCK
MASTER SWITCH
POWER WINDOW
SWITCHES PASSENGER’S
FRONT AIRBAG
(P.10)
AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION
(CVT)
EX model with navigation system is shown. MIRROR CONTROLS
(P.72, 75)
HOOD RELEASE HANDLE CLIMATE CONTROL
SYSTEM
DRIVER’S FRONT AIRBAG
(P.10) NAVIGATION SYSTEM
AUDIO SYSTEM
(P.147) (P.127)
(P.133)
(P.133)
(P.149)
(P.250) (P.278) (P.273)
(P.164) (P.170)
HAZARD WARNING
BUTTON
(P.125)
USB ADAPTER CABLE
PADDLE SHIFTERS
(P.199, 207) 2
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You’ll f ind many saf ety
recommendations throughout this
section, and throughout this manual.
Therecommendationsonthispage
are the ones we consider to be the
most important.
While airbags can save lives, they
can cause serious or fatal injuries to
occupants who sit too close to them,
or are not properly restrained.
Inf ants, young children, and short
adults are at the greatest risk. Be
sure to f ollow all instructions and
warnings in this manual.
Alcohol and driving don’t mix. Even
one drink can reduce your ability to
respond to changing conditions, and
your reaction time gets worse with
every additional drink. So don’t drink
and drive, and don’t let your f riends
drink and drive, either.
A seat belt is your best protection in
all types of collisions. Airbags are
designed to supplement seat belts,
not replace them. So even though
your vehicle is equipped with airbags,
make sure you and your passengers
always wear your seat belts, and
wear them properly (see page ).
Children age 12 and under should
ride properly restrained in a back
seat, not the front seat. Infants and
smallchildrenshouldberestrained
in a child seat. Larger children
should use a booster seat and a lap/
shoulder belt until they can use the
belt properly without a booster seat
(see pages ).
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Important Saf ety Precautions
Be Aware of Airbag Hazards
Don’t Drink and Drive
Restrain All Children
Always Wear Your Seat Belt
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To remind you of the passenger’s
f ront airbag hazards, and that
children must be properly restrained
in a back seat, your vehicle has
warninglabelsonthedashboard
(U.S. models) and on the f ront visors.
Please read and f ollow the
instructions on these labels.
Canadian Models
U.S. Models
Protecting Children General Guidelines
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SUN VISORS

This section gives inf ormation about
the controls and displays that
contribute to the daily operation of
your vehicle. All the essential
controls are within easy reach............................
Control Locations . 60
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Instrument Panel . 61
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Instrument Panel Indicators . 62
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Gauges . 72
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Multi-Inf ormation Display . 75
Controls Near the Steering
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Wheel . 118
Windshield Wipers and
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Washers . 119
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Turn Signals and Headlights . 120
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Daytime Running Lights . 123
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Instrument Panel Brightness . 124
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Hazard Warning Button . 125
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Rear Window Def ogger . 126
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ECON Button . 127
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Steering Wheel Adjustments . 128
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Keys and Locks . 129
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Immobilizer System . 130
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Ignition Switch . 131
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Door Locks . 133
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Childproof Door Locks . 134
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Remote Transmitter . 135
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Hatch . 139
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Unlocking the Hatch . 140
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Seats . 141
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Front Seat Adjustments . 141 Driver’s Seat Height
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Adjustment . 141
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Head Restraints . 142
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Folding the Rear Seats Down . 145
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Armrest . 146
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Mirrors . 147
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Adjusting the Power Mirrors . 147
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Power Mirror Heaters . 148
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Power Windows . 149
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Parking Brake . 151
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Interior Convenience Items . 152
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Cargo Area Cover . 153
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Under Floor Storages . 155
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Floor Storage Compartments . 155
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Beverage Holders . 156
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Accessory Power Socket . 157
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Console Compartment . 157
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Glove Box . 158
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Center Tray . 158
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Center Pockets . 159
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Coat Hook . 160
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Sun Visors . 160
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Vanity Mirror . 160
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Interior Lights . 161
Instruments and Controls
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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If equipped
Ref er to the navigation system manual.
1:2:
Control L ocat ions
60 (P.72)
(P.72, 75)
EX model with navigation system is shown. HAZARD WARNING BUTTON
MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAY
INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS
GAUGES
ECON BUTTON DOOR LOCK TAB
POWER WINDOW
SWITCHES
HOOD RELEASE HANDLE AUDIO SYSTEM
PASSENGER AIRBAG
OFF INDICATOR
(P.35)
PARKING BRAKE LEVER
AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION (CVT)
CLIMATE CONTROL
SYSTEM
(P.62)
MIRROR CONTROLS
(P.147)
(P.127)
(P.133)
(P.133)
(P.149)
(P.250) NAVIGATION SYSTEM
(P.170)
(P.164)
(P.273)
(P.151)
USB ADAPTER CABLE
PADDLE SHIFTERS
(P.278)
POWER DOOR LOCK
MASTER SWITCH
(P.199, 207)(P.125)
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If the indicator begins to blink or
stays on, you will also see a ‘‘WATER
TEMP HOT’’ message on the multi-
inf ormation display. This warning
will alert you that the engine should
be cooled down.
This indicator shows the
temperature of the engine coolant. It
normallycomesonwhenyouturn
the ignition switch to the ON (II)
position and goes of f af ter a f ew
seconds. In normal driving
conditions, this indicator should not
blink or stay on. In severe driving
conditions, such as very hot weather
or a long period of uphill driving, this
indicator may blink. This means the
engine coolant temperature is high.
If the indicator begins to blink while
you are driving, be sure to slow down
to prevent overheating. If the
indicator stays on, pull safely to the
side of the road and turn of f the
engine. See page f or instructions
and precautions on checking the
engine’s cooling system.
Do not drive the vehicle while the
indicator is on or the engine may be
damaged.This indicator shows the
temperature of the engine coolant. If
there is no problem, this indicator
comes on when the engine is cold. If
itcomesonwhentheengineiswarm
(normal operating temperature),
have the vehicle inspected by your
dealer as soon as possible.
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Instrument Panel Indicators
High T emperature
Indicator Low Temperature
Indicator
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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This indicator reminds you that the
exterior lights are on. It comes on
when the light switch is in either theor position. If you turn the
ignition switch to the ACCESSORY
(I) or the LOCK (0) position without
turning of f the light switch, this
indicator will remain on. A reminder
chime will also sound when you open
the driver’s door.
This indicator comes on with the
high beam headlights. For more
inf ormation, see page .
This indicator also comes on with
reduced brightness when the
daytime running lights (DRL) are on
(see page ).
The lef t or right turn signal indicator
blinks when you signal a lane change
or turn. If an indicator does not blink
or blinks rapidly, it usually means
one of the turn signal bulbs is
burned out (see pages and ).
Replace the bulb as soon as possible,
since other drivers cannot see that
you are signaling.
When you press the hazard warning
button, both turn signal indicators
and all turn signals on the outside of
the vehicle f lash.
This indicator comes on when you
turn on the cruise control system by
pressing the CRUISE button on the
steering wheel (see page ).
This indicator comes on when you
set the cruise control. See page
f or inf ormation on operating the
cruise control.
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224On LX and EX models
On LX and EX models
Cruise Main Indicator
Lights On Indicator
High Beam Indicator
Turn Signal and
Hazard Warning
Indicators
Cruise Control Indicator
Instrument Panel Indicators
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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