2012 HONDA FIT display

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uuGauges and DisplaysuInformation Display
Instrument Panel
Shows the estimated average fuel economy of the trip meter in mpg (U.S.) or l/100
km (Canada). The display is updated at set intervals. When a trip meter is reset, the
average fuel economy is also reset.
Shows the remaining oil life and Maintenance Minder
TM.
2Maintenance Minder
TM P. 195
Shows the instant fuel economy as a bar graph in mpg or l/100 km.
Appears when the fuel fill cap is loose or is not installed.
2Check/Tighten Fuel Cap Message P. 257
■
Average Fuel Economy
■
Engine Oil Life
■
Instant Fuel Economy
■
Check Fuel Cap

76Controls
Setting the ClockClockYou can adjust the time in the clock display, using the CLOCK button with the
ignition switch in ACCESSORY
(q
or ON
(w
.
1.Press and hold the CLOCK button until the clock display begins to blink.
2.Press the
(1
(Hour) button to change the hours.
3.Press the
(2
(Minute) button to change the minutes.
4.Press the CLOCK button to go back to the normal display.
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Adjusting the Time
1Clock
Press and hold the CLOCK button until the clock
display begins to blink, then press the
(3
(Reset)
button.
Depending on the displayed time, the clock sets
forward or backward.
Example:
1:06 will reset to 1:00
1:53 will reset to 2:00
The clock is automatically updated through the
navigation system, so the time does not need to be
adjusted.
Models without navigation system Models with navigation system
Models without navigation system
(1
Button
(3
ButtonClock Display
CLOCK Button
(2
Button

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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluBrightness Control
Controls
Brightness Control
When the parking lights are turned on and the
ignition switch is in ON
(w
, you can use the
(select/reset) knob to adjust instrument
panel brightness.
Brighten: Turn the knob to the right.
Dim: Turn the knob to the left.
You will hear a beeper when the brightness
reaches minimum or maximum. The
information display will return to its original
state several seconds after you adjust the
brightness.
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Brightness level indicator
The brightness level is shown on the
information display while you are adjusting it.
1Brightness Control
Pressing the knob switches the display.
If you turn the knob to the right until the brightness
display is up to max, the beeper sounds. This cancels
the reduced instrument panel brightness when the
parking lights are on.
The brightness can be set differently for when the
exterior lights are on, and when they are off.
Select/Reset Knob

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uuAudio SystemuUSB Adapter Cable
*
Features
USB Adapter Cable
*
1.Unclip the USB connector and loosen the
adapter cable.
2.Install the iPod® dock connector or the USB
flash drive to the USB connector.
Auxiliary Input JackUse the jack to connect standard audio devices.
1.Open the AUX cover.
2.Connect a standard audio device to the
input jack using a 1/8 inch (3.5 mm) stereo
miniplug.
uThe audio system automatically switches
to the AUX mode.
1USB Adapter Cable
*
•Do not leave the iPod® or USB flash drive in the
vehicle. Direct sunlight and high temperatures may
damage it.•Do not use an extension cable with the USB
adapter cable.•Do not connect the iPod® or USB flash drive using a
hub.•Do not use a device such as a card reader or hard
disk drive, as the device or your files may be
damaged.•We recommend backing up your data before using
the device in your vehicle.•Displayed messages may vary depending on the
device model and software version.
If the audio system does not recognize the iPod®, try
reconnecting it a few times or reboot the device. To
reboot, follow the manufacturer’s instructions
provided with the iPod® or visit www.apple.com/
ipod.
1Auxiliary Input Jack
To switch the mode, press any of the audio mode
buttons. You can return to the AUX mode by
pressing the AUX button.
You cannot use the auxiliary input jack if you replace
the audio system.
State or local laws may limit the circumstances in
which you can launch or control your attached audio
device.
* Not available on all models

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uuAudio SystemuAudio Antenna
Features
Audio Antenna
Your vehicle is equipped with a removable
antenna at the rear of the roof.
Audio System Theft ProtectionThe audio system is disabled when it is disconnected from the power source, such as
when the battery is disconnected or goes dead.■
Entering the Audio Security Code
ENTER CODE appears on the display when the power is reconnected.
1.Turn on the audio system.
2.Enter the security code using the preset buttons.
Touch the icon to enter the code, then touch the Done icon to set it.
If you enter an incorrect digit, continue to the last digit, then try again. If you do
not enter the code correctly after 10 tries, leave the system for one hour before
trying again, or visit a dealer to have the system reset.
1Audio Antenna
NOTICEBefore using a “drive-through” car wash, remove the
antenna by unscrewing it by hand. This prevents the
antenna from being damaged by the car wash
brushes.1Audio System Theft Protection
Find the audio system’s security code and serial
number in your owner’s manual kit.
We recommend that you write down the serial
number in this owner’s manual.
Do not store the label in your vehicle. If you lose the
label, you must first retrieve the serial number, and
then obtain the code.
You can find out about your serial number and
security code from a dealer.
You can register the security code at Owner Link
(owners.honda.com), and find information on how
to retrieve the serial number and obtain the code at
radio-navicode.honda.com.
U.S. models
Models with navigation system

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Features
Audio System Basic OperationTo use the audio system function, the ignition switch must be in ACCESSORY
(q
or
ON
(w
.
Use the selector knob to access some audio
functions.
Selector knob: Rotate left or right to scroll
through the available choices. Press to set
your selection.
button: Press to go back to the previous
display.
1Audio System Basic Operation
These indications are used to show how to operate
the selector knob.
Rotate to select.
Press to ENTER.
Button
Selector Knob

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuAdjusting the Sound
Features
Adjusting the Sound
Press the (sound) button, and rotate
to adjust the setting.
Each time you press the button, a sound
mode switches as follows.
1Adjusting the Sound
When the adjustment level reaches the center, you
will see C in the display.
The SVC has four modes: OFF, LOW, MID, and
HIGH.
SVC adjusts the volume level based on the vehicle
speed. As you go faster, audio volume increases. As
you slow down, audio volume decreases.
BASS is selectable.Selector Knob
Button
Speed-sensitive
Volume
Compensation

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying the FM/AM Radio
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Features
Playing the FM/AM Radio
FM/AM Button
Press to select a band. / Buttons
Press to display and select an
RDS category.
SCAN Button
Press to sample each of the
strongest stations on the
selected band for 10 seconds.
To turn off scan, press the
button again. (Power) Button
Press to turn the audio
system on and off.Preset Buttons (1-6)
To store a station:
1. Tune to the selected station.
2. Pick a preset button and hold it
until you hear a beep.
To listen to a stored station, select a
band, then press the preset button.
/ (SEEK) Buttons
●Press to change a station.●Press and hold to search up and down
the selected band for a station with a
strong signal.
Selector Knob
Turn to adjust the volume.
Press and turn to tune the radio
frequency. A.SEL (Auto Select) Button
Press to scan both bands and
store the strongest station in
each preset.
To turn off auto select, press
the button again. This restores
the presets you originally set.
TITLE Button
Press to switch the RDS
name on and off.