2012 HONDA INSIGHT oil pressure

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The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Dif f erences f or the Canadian models are noted in the text.
Instrument Panel
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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LIGHTS ON INDICATOR
SEAT BELT REMINDER
INDICATOR ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM
(ABS) INDICATOR
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT
SYSTEM (SRS) INDICATOR
SYSTEM MESSAGE
INDICATOR
BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR
(AMBER)
VSA OFF INDICATOR
MALFUNCTION
INDICATOR LAMP PARKING BRAKE AND
BRAKE SYSTEM
INDICATOR (RED)
DOOR/HATCH OPEN
INDICATOR
SIDE AIRBAG OFF
INDICATOR
IMMOBILIZER
SYSTEM INDICATOR
IMA SYSTEM
INDICATOR HIGH BEAM
INDICATOR
ELECTRIC POWER STEERING
INDICATOR
(P.64)
(P.63) (P.66)
: If equipped (P.62)(P.64)(P.65)
(P.68)
(P.68)
(P.69)
(P.64)
(P.69)
HIGH TEMPERATURE INDICATOR (P.67)
LOW TEMPERATURE INDICATOR (P.67)
(P.70)
(P.66) CRUISE MAIN INDICATOR (P.69)
CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR (P.69)
LOW OIL PRESSURE
INDICATOR
LOW TIRE PRESSURE/
TPMS INDICATOR
12 VOLT BATTERY
CHARGING SYSTEM
INDICATOR (P.70)
ECON MODE INDICATOR (P.71)
(P.70)
AUTO IDLE STOP INDICATOR
LOW FUEL INDICATOR
VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST
(VSA) SYSTEM INDICATOR
SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR
(P.63, 416)
(P.62, 415)
(P.65, 295)
(P.65, 295)
(P.62, 417) (P.66, 283, 285) (P.63, 368)

The instrument panel has many
indicators to give you important
inf ormation about your vehicle.If your f ront passenger does not
f asten their seat belt, the indicator
comes on about 6 seconds af ter the
ignition switch is turned to the ON
(II) position.
This indicator comes on when you
turn the ignition switch to the ON
(II) position. It reminds you and your
passengers to f asten your seat belts.
A beeper also sounds if you have not
f astened your seat belt.
You will also see a ‘‘FASTEN SEAT
BELT’’ message on the multi-
inf ormation display.
If you turn the ignition switch to the
ON (II) position bef ore f astening
your seat belt, the beeper sounds
and the indicator f lashes. If you do
notfastenyourseatbeltbeforethe
beeper stops, the indicator stops
f lashing but remains on. If either of you do not f asten your
seat belt while driving, the beeper
will sound and the indicator will f lash
again at regular intervals, and you
will see a ‘‘FASTEN SEAT BELT’’ or
‘‘FASTEN PASSENGER SEAT
BELT’’ message on the multi-
inf ormation display. For more
inf ormation, see page .
You will also see a ‘‘CHECK
EMISSION SYSTEM’’ message on
the multi-information display. For
more information, see page .
The engine can be severely damaged
if this indicator f lashes or stays on
when the engine is running, and you
will see a ‘‘CHECK ENGINE OIL
LEVEL’’ message on the multi-
inf ormation display. For more
inf ormation, see page .
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365
Instrument Panel Indicators
Seat Belt Reminder
Indicator Malf unction Indicator
Lamp
L ow Oil Pressure
Indicator
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Youshouldcheckthefollowing
items at the specif ied intervals. If
you are unsure of how to perf orm
any check, turn to the appropriate
page listed.
Engine oil level Check every
time you fill the fuel tank. See
page .
Engine coolant level Check the
radiator reserve tank every time
youfillthefueltank.Seepage .
Automatic transmission Check
the f luid level monthly. See page .
Brakes Check the f luid level
monthly. See page .
Tires Check the tire pressure
monthly. Examine the tread f or
wear and foreign objects. See page .
U.S. Vehicles:
According to state and federal
regulations, f ailure to perf orm
maintenance on the items marked
with will not void your emissions
warranties. However, all
maintenance services should be
perf ormed in accordance with the
intervals indicated by the multi-
inf ormation display.
Lights Check the operation of
all the lights monthly. See page
.
251 252
320 321
340 323
CONT INUED
Owner’s Maintenance Checks
Maintenance Minder
Maint enance
309
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Turn of f the engine, let it sit f or
several minutes, then check the oil
level on the dipstick. If necessary,
add more oil.
Put the under-cover back in place
and reinstall the holding clips and
screws. Lock the clips securely by
pushing on the center of each clip.
Reinstall the engine oil f ill cap.
Start the engine. The oil pressure
indicator should go out within 5
seconds. If it does not, turn of f the
engine, and check your work.
Let the engine run f or several
minutes, then check the drain bolt
and oil f ilter f or leaks.
9.
10. 11.
12.
Changing the Oil and Filter
316
Improper disposal of engine oil can be
harmf ul to the environment. If you
change your own oil, please dispose of
the used oil properly. Put it in a sealed
container and take it to a recycling
center. Do not discard it in a trash bin
or dump it on the ground.

This section covers the more
common problems that motorists
experience with their vehicles. It
gives you inf ormation about how to
safely evaluate the problem and what
to do to correct it. If the problem has
stranded you on the side of the road,
you may be able to get going again.
If not, you will also f ind instructions
on getting your vehicle towed.......................
Compact Spare Tire . 350
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Changing a Flat Tire . 351
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If the Engine Won’t Start . 358
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Jump Starting . 360
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If the Engine Overheats . 362
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 365
12 Volt Battery Charging System
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Indicator . 366
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Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 367
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Brake System Indicator . 368
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Fuses . 369
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Fuse Locations . 374
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Emergency Towing . 376
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If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck . 377
Taking Care of the Unexpected
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
349

If necessary, add oil to bring the
level back to the full mark on the
dipstick (see page ).The engine running generates the oil
pressure. When the Auto Idle Stop is
activated, the engine is stopped, the
oil pressure is dropped, and the low
oil pressure indicator does not come
on.
Saf ely pull of f the road, and shut
of f the engine. Turn on the hazard
warning lights.
Let the vehicle sit f or a minute.
Open the hood, and check the oil
level (see page ). An engine
very low on oil can lose pressure
during cornering and other driving
maneuvers.
Start the engine and watch the oil
pressure indicator. If it does not go
out within 10 seconds, turn of f the
engine. There is a mechanical
problem that needs to be repaired
bef ore you can continue driving
(see on page
).
This indicator should never
come on when the engine is
running. If it starts f lashing or stays
on, the oil pressure has dropped very
low or lost pressure. Serious engine
damage is possible, and you should
take immediate action.
You will also see a ‘‘CHECK
ENGINE OIL LEVEL’’ message on
the multi-information display when
this indicator comes on.
The indicator notif ies you of low oil
pressure and does not measure the
oil level. Check your vehicle’s oil
level at each ref ueling. 1.
2.
3.
4.
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376
L ow Oil Pressure Indicator
Emergency T owing
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
365
Running the engine with low oil
pressure can cause serious mechanical
damage almost immediately. Turn of f
the engine as soon as you can saf ely get
the vehicle stopped.

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Specif ications
Technical Inf ormation
383
Air Conditioning
Tires Alignment Fuses 12 Volt Battery
Lights HFC-134a (R-134a)
15.8 17.6 oz (450 500 g) SP-10
12 V 60 W
Refrigerant type
Charge quantity
Lubricant oil type
12 V 55 W
Size
Pressure Toe-in
Camber
Caster Interior
Under-hood
60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm
)
33 psi (230 kPa , 2.3 kgf/cm)
P185/60R15 84T 3°30’ 0.5°
1.5° 1°
0° 1°
Capacity 12 V
12 V35 AH/20 HR
28 AH/5 HR
12 V 21 W
T135/80D15 99M
12 V 5 W
12 V 3.4 W 12 V 12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V
5W
8W
8W
5W
2CP
16 W
12 V 21 W
Replacement of a light bulb should be done by your dealer. 5W
12 V
0.10 0.10 in (2.5 2.5 mm)00.12in(03mm)
See page 374 or the fuse label
attached to the inside of the fuse
box door under the steering
column.
See page 375 or the fuse box
cover.
Headlights
Front turn signal lights
Front parking lights
Front side marker lights
Side turn signal lights
(door mirror)
Rear turn signal lights
Stop/taillights
Back-up lights
Rear side marker lights
License plate lights
Spot lights
Ceiling light
Cargo area light
High-mount brake light
Glove box light Front
Rear
Front
Rear
Front
High
Low
Front/Rear
Spare
Front/Rear
Spare
(HB3)
(H11)
(Amber)
LED type
LED type
LED type (Amber)
in
1:
2:
3 : LX model EX models
1
1 3 1 2
2
2

CONT INUED
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Accessories . 256
ACCESSORY (Ignition Key
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Position) . 131
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Accessory Power Socket . 157
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Active Head Restraints . 144
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Additives, Engine Oil . 313
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Airbag (SRS) . 10, 25
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Airbags, Additional Information . 25
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Additional Safety Precautions . 37
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AdvancedAirbagSystem .30
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Airbag Service . 36
How the Passenger Airbag Of f ......................
Indicator Works . 35
How the Side Airbag Of f ......................
Indicator Works . 34
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How the SRS Indicator Works . 34
How Your Front Airbags
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Work . 28
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How Your Side Airbags Work . 32
How Your Side Curtain Airbags
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Work . 33
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SRS Components . 25
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Air Conditioning System . 164
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Air Pressure, Tires . 341................................
Ambient Meter . 72
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Antif reeze . 317
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ...............................
Indicator . 64, 289
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Operation . 289
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Anti-thef t, Audio System . 221
Anti-thef t Steering Column
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Lock . 131
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Armrest . 146
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Audio System . 170
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Auto Door Locking . 109
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Auto Door Unlocking . 110
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Auto Idle Stop . 283
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Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners . 23
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Automatic Speed Control . 224
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Automatic Transmission (CVT) . 273
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Capacity,Fluid .382
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Checking Fluid Level . 420
Paddle Shif ters in the
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D Position . 278
Paddle Shif ters in the ...............................
S Position . 281
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Recommended Shif t Points . 282
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Shif ting . 274
Shif t Lever Position ...............................
Indicators . 273 ................
Shif t Lever Positions . 275
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Shif t Lock Release . 277
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Auxiliary Input Jack . 220
Battery Charging System ...........................
Indicator . 63, 366
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Jump Starting . 360
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Maintenance . 346
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Specif ications . 383
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Bef ore Driving . 245
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Belts,Seat .9,21
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Beverage Holder . 156
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Bluetooth
HandsFreeLink. 227
Brakes ...........
Anti-lock System (ABS) . 289
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Break-in, New Linings . 246
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Bulb Replacement . 332
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Fluid . 321
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Pad Wear Indicator . 288
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Parking . 151
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System Indicator . 63, 64, 368
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