2012 HONDA FIT ignition

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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluWipers and Washers
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Controls
Wipers and Washers
The windshield wipers and washers can be
used when the ignition switch is in ON
(w
.
■
MIST
The wipers run at high speed until you release
the lever.
■
Wiper switch (OFF, INT, LO, HI)
Change the wiper switch setting according to
the amount of rain.
■
Washer
Sprays while you pull the lever toward you.
When you release the lever, the wipers make
two or three more sweeps before stopping.
■
Front Wiper/Washer
1Wipers and Washers
NOTICEDo not use the wipers when the windshield is dry.
The windshield will get scratched, or the rubber
blades will get damaged.NOTICEIn cold weather, the blades may freeze to the
windshield, becoming stuck.
Operating the wipers in this condition may damage
the wipers. Use the defroster to warm the
windshield, then turn the wipers on.
Turn the washers off if no washer fluid comes out.
The pump may get damaged.
a MIST
b OFF
c INT: Low speed with
intermittent
d LO: Low speed wipe
e HI: High speed wipea
b
c
d
e
Pull to use washer.

uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluWipers and Washers
98Controls
The rear wiper and washer can be used when
the ignition switch is in ON
(w
.
■
Wiper switch (OFF, ON)
The wiper operates intermittently after
completing a few sweeps.
■
Washer ( )
Sprays while you rotate the switch to this
position.
Hold it to activate the wiper and to spray the
washer. Once released, it stops operating
after a few more sweeps.
■
Operating in reverse
When you shift the transmission to
(R
with the front wiper activated, the rear wiper
operates automatically as follows even if its switch is off.
■
Rear Wiper/Washer
1Wipers and Washers
If the wiper stops operating due to any obstacle such
as the build-up of snow, park the vehicle in a safe
place.
Rotate the wiper switch to OFF, and turn the ignition
switch to ACCESSORY
(q
or LOCK
(0
, then remove
the obstacle.
The wiper motor is equipped with a breaker that may
stop motor operation temporarily to prevent an
overload. Wiper operation will return to normal
within a few minutes, once the circuit has returned to
normal.
a ON: Intermittent
b OFF
c Washera
b c
cFront Wiper Position
Rear Wiper Operation
INT (Intermittent)
Intermittent
LO (Low speed wipe)
HI (High speed wipe)
Continuous

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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.
■
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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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluRear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror
* Button
Controls
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror
* Button
Press the rear defogger and heated door
mirror button to defog the rear window and
mirrors when the ignition switch is in ON
(w
.
1Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror
* Button
NOTICEWhen cleaning the inside of the rear window, be
careful not to damage the heating wires.
It is critical to wipe the window from side to side
along the defogger heating wires.
This system consumes a lot of power, so turn it off
when the window has been defogged.
Also, do not use the system for a long period when
the engine is idling. This may weaken the battery,
making it difficult to start the engine.
Models with navigation systemModels without navigation system* Not available on all models

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Adjusting the MirrorsInterior Rearview MirrorAdjust the angle of the rearview mirror when you are sitting in the correct driving
position.
Flip the tab to switch the position.
The night position will help to reduce the glare
from headlights behind you when driving
after dark.Power Door Mirrors
You can adjust the door mirrors when the
ignition switch is in ON
(w
.
■
Mirror position adjustment
L/R selector switch: Select the left or right
mirror. After adjusting the mirror, return the
switch to the center position.
Mirror position adjustment switch: Press
the switch left, right, up, or down to move the
mirror.
■
Rearview Mirror with Day and Night Positions
1Adjusting the Mirrors
Keep the inside and outside mirrors clean and
adjusted for best visibility.
Adjust the mirrors before you start driving.
2Adjusting the Seat Positions P. 103
Tab
Daytime
Position
Night PositionUp
Down
Selector Switch
Adjustment Switch

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Controls
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience ItemsInterior Lights
■
ON
The interior light comes on regardless of
whether the doors are open or closed.
■
Door activated
The interior light comes on in the following
situations:
•When any of the doors are opened.
•You unlock the driver’s door.
•You remove the key from the ignition
switch.
■
OFF
The interior light remains off regardless of
whether the doors are open or closed.
The map lights can be turned on and off by
pressing the lenses.
■
Interior Light Switch
1Interior Light Switch
In the door activated position, the interior light fades
out and goes off about 30 seconds after the doors
are closed.
The light goes off after 30 seconds in the following
situations:•When you unlock the driver’s door but do not open
it.•When you remove the key from the ignition switch
but do not open a door.
The interior light goes off immediately in the
following situations:•When you lock the driver’s door.•When you close the driver’s door with the key in
the ignition switch.•When you turn the ignition switch to ON
(w
.
If you leave any of the doors open without the key in
the ignition switch, the interior light goes off after
about 15 minutes.
Door Activated Position
On
Off■
Map Lights
*
* Not available on all models

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uuInterior Lights/Interior Convenience ItemsuInterior Convenience Items
Controls
Pull up the strap and open the cargo area floor
lid.
The accessory power socket can be used when the ignition switch is in ACCESSORY
(q
or ON
(w
.
Open the cover to use it.
■
Cargo Floor Box
*
Cargo Floor Box
Strap
■
Accessory Power Socket
1Accessory Power Socket
NOTICEDo not insert an automotive type cigarette lighter
element.
This can overheat the power socket.
The accessory power socket is designed to supply
power for 12 volt DC accessories that are rated 120
watts or less (10 amps).
To prevent battery drain, only use the power socket
with the engine running.
* Not available on all models

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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