2012 HONDA INSIGHT engine

Malfunction IndicatorsIf an indicator remains on, there may be a problem; see a dealer.
On/Off Indicators
Condition IndicatorsAction is needed by driver.
SIDE AIRBAGOFF
CRUISE CONTROLon*
VSAOFF*Exterior lightson
Turn signals/hazardsonAuto Idle Stopon(blinking)
ECON modeon
High beamson
*ifequipped
Charging system
Low brake fluid, Brake system
Low oil pressure
ABS(antilock brake system)
Low tire pressureon:Add air
Message indicator: See MID
High temperature indicator:Pull over and cool downengine
IMA system
Malfunction indicator lamp(check engine light)
VSA®(vehicle stability assist)*SRS(supplemental restraint system)
EPS(electronic power steering)
Low temperature
TPMS (blinks and stays on)(tire pressure monitoring system)
Parking brake on:Release
Door/Hatch open:Close door(s) / hatch
Seat belt reminder:Fasten seat belt(s)
Low fuel:Refill
INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS
Immobilizer Flashes: improperly coded key;use correct key
Briefly appear with each engine start. Red and amber indicators are most critical. Blue
and green indicators are used for general information.
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CRUISE MAINon*
PASSENGER AIRBAGOFF(center audio panel)
Brake system
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Accessing the MultiInformation Display
MID Main Display
Bluetooth®HandsFreeLink®*
IMA System Power Flow Monitor
Average Speed
Elapsed Time
Ecological Drive Display
Average Fuel Economy Records
Instant and Average FuelEconomy A/B
Range
*if a phone is paired and active
MID Main Displays
When you start the engine, the
MID shows the main display.
Info
Buttons
SEL/RESET
Button
To toggle between the MID
displays,presseither Info
button (/) for the main
displays, and pressSEL/RESET
for the sub\bdisplays.
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MULTIINFORMATION DISPLAY (MID)Consists of several displays that provide you with useful information.
LX/EX
When you start the engine, the
MID shows the main display.
Info
Button
SEL/RESET
Button
To toggle between the MID
displays,pressthe Info button
(/) for the main displays,
and press SEL/RESET for the
sub\bdisplays.
Insight
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Activating the ECON \bode
NOTE:When turned on, performance of the vehicle’s engine, transmission, cruise
control, and air conditioning system may be affected to achieve maximum fuel economy.
\b. Press E\bON .
2. TheE\bON mode indicator
comes on.
3. \bheck the MID.
4.Press either INFO (/)
button and toggleto the
Ecological Drive Display.
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E C O A S S I S \f\f \b
Provides realtime feedback on your driving style so you can learn how to maximize fuel
economy. It is always on and consists of the Ecological Drive Display (on the MID),
Ambient Meter, ECON button, and ECON indicator.
Driver Feedback
Realtime Fuel Efficiency \boach
Driving StyleEco Drive Bar
(on the MID)Ambient Meter
Background \bolor \bhangesFuel Efficiency
Smooth, steady
acceleration
maximizes fuel efficiencyHigh
Low
Smooth, steady
deceleration
maximizes fuel efficiency
Moderate acceleration
Moderate deceleration
Rapid acceleration
lowers fuel efficiency
Rapid deceleration
lowers fuel efficiency
\foals:
• Keep the Eco Drive bar near the center.
• Keep the Ambient Meter at \fREEN.
• Develop a driving style that maximizes fuel efficiency.
Deceleration
EfficientZones
Inefficient
Braking Zone Inefficient
Driving ZoneAcceleration
\bORMAL/ECO\b mod\f shown
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ECO Assist Scoring
Monitors the fuel efficiency of your driving style in real time and converts results
into leaves, which are displayed in a series of five “plant” icons on the MID.
Once you start your vehicle, make sure the MID shows the Ecological Drive
Display on the display to view your Eco Assist score in real time.
As you drive, you earn leaves if you drive in a fuel\befficient manner, or lose
them if you drive inefficiently.
When you turn the ignition off, your drive cycle and lifetime score are
displayed on the MID.
Eco Score
Each time you reach
a new stage, a Stage
Up Recognition icon
briefly appears on
the MID. When you
reach the highest
ranking, a Trophy
icon briefly appears.
Drive CycleScore
Stage \bStage 2Stage 3
LifetimeScore
First Stage Up Recognition Second Stage Up
Recognition Last Stage Up
Recognition
AUTO IDLE STOP
Shuts the engine off at a stop in order to maximize fuel efficiency. Idle stop duration
varies depending on certain conditions, such as climate control operation, IMA battery
level, and outside temperature.
How It Works
While driving, the
engine is on. While at a stop,
with the brake
pedal pressed, the
engine turns off.When you take your
foot off the brake
pedal, the engine
turns back on.
\bot\f: Auto Idle Stop only functions if you come to a stop with the shift lever in the D or
N position.
DECELERATESTOPRESTART
IMA CHARGE/ASSIST GAUGE
Shows the status of the Integrated Motor Assist (IMA) sytem.
IMA Gauge
The gauge shows you when
the IMA motor is assisting the
engine or charging the battery.
\bot\f: The IMA assist may not
operate under certain conditions.
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Paddle Modes
P A D D L E S H I F T I N G( i f e q u i p p e d )
Manually shift your vehicle’s speeds up or down. Useful for engine braking, when
driving in hilly terrain, or cornering.
Pull (\b) to shift down. Pull(
+ ) to shift up.
DPaddle Shift Mode
•
Shift into Drive (D).
• Pull (+) or (\b) to temporarily switch from
automatic to manual shift mode.
• The speed number is displayed on the shift indicator.
• When the vehicle’s speed is constant, the mode returns to automatic.
7Speed Manual Shift Mode
•Shift into Sport (S).
• Pull (+) or (\b) to switch to manual shift mode.
• The M indicator and speed number are displayed on the shift indicator.
• Pull and hold (+) to cancel this mode.
L (Low) Mode
•Pull and hold (+) and (\b) at the same time
until L is displayed on the shift indicator.
• Use this mode to get higher torque when climbing steep hills.
• Pull and hold again to cancel this mode.
How It Works
T I R E P R E S S U R E M O N I T O R I N G S Y S T E M ( T P M S )
Monitors the vehicle’s tire pressures.
Each tire valve stem
contains a TPMS sensor.
When the tire pressure drops
significantly below
recommended levels, the low
tire pressure indicator comes
on and “CHECK TIRE
PRESSURE” appears on the MID.
What to Do
\f. Visually inspect the tires for
damage.
2. Use a tire air pressure gauge to
check which tire(s) have low
pressure.
3. Inflate the tire(s), if necessary,
to the recommended pressures
listed on the label on the
driver’s doorjamb.
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S A F E T Y R E M I N D E R
Your vehicle is equipped with airbags. Airbags do not replace seat belts; they add to
the protection offered by seat belts. Airbags can help protect you in some types of
collisions, but they do not provide protection in all collisions.
Always make sure you and your passengers wear seat belts, and that young children
are properly secured in a child seat or booster in the rear seat. Never place an infant
seat in the front passenger’s seat as the force of a deploying airbag can seriously
injure an infant.
F U E L R E C O M M E N D A T I O N
• Only use unleaded gasoline of 87 octane or higher.
• Some gasoline in North America contains MMT, a manganese\bbased fuel additive. Prolonged and consistent use of gasoline containing MMT can deteriorate your
vehicle’s performance, fuel economy, and the emissions control system. Always use
MMT\bfree gasoline if available. Failures caused by use of gasoline containing MMT
may not be covered under warranty.
• “TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline” meets a new gasoline standard jointly established by leading automotive manufacturers to meet the needs of today’s advanced
engines. In most cases, qualifying gasoline retailers will identify their gasoline as
having met “TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline” standards at the retail location. This
fuel is guaranteed to contain the proper level of detergent additives and be free of
metallic additives. This helps avoid build\bup of deposits in your engine and emission
control system. Because the level of detergency and harmful metallic additives
(such as MMT) in gasoline vary in the market, Honda endorses the use of “TOP
TIER Detergent Gasoline” where available to help maintain the performance and
reliability of your vehicle. For more information, visit www.toptiergas.com.
• For further important information on fuel and lubricants for your car and information on gasoline that does not contain MMT, contact your dealer or visit
Owner Link at owners.honda.com.
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