2013 HONDA FIT alarm

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Quick Reference Guide
Instrument Panel (P63)
Lights Reminders
Malfunction
Indicator Lamp Low Oil Pressure Indicator Anti-lock Brake
System (ABS)
Indicator
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA
®) System
Indicator VSA ® OFF Indicator
Electric Power Steering (EPS) Indicator
Lights On Indicator
High Beam Indicator
Immobilizer System
Indicator
Seat Belt Reminder
Indicator
System Indicators
CRUISE MAIN
Indicator * Supplemental
Restraint System
Indicator
Side Airbag Off
Indicator
Door and Tailgate
Open Indicator
Tachometer Speedometer
Fuel Gauge
Security System Alarm Indicator *
Shift Lever Position Indicator *
Low Fuel Indicator
Gauges
(P72)/Information Display (P73)/System Indicators (P64)
Turn Signal and Hazard Warning Indicators
High Temperature Indicator
Low Temperature Indicator
System Indicators System Indicators
Low Tire Pressure
Indicator
U.S. models only
Parking Brake
and Brake System
IndicatorCRUISE CONTROL
Indicator * System Indicators
Charging System Indicator
U.S.
U.S.
Canada
TPMS
Indicator
U.S. models only
Washer Level
Indicator *
Daytime Running Lights Indicator
*
Maintenance
Minder Indicator
Fog Light Indicator
*
Canada
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uuIndicatorsu
Instrument Panel
IndicatorNameOn/BlinkingExplanation
Security System
Alarm Indicator*
●
Blinks when the security system alarm has been set.
2 Security System Alarm *
P. 90
CRUISE MAIN
Indicator *●
Comes on when you press the CRUISE
button.
2 Cruise Control *
P. 173
CRUISE CONTROL
Indicator *●
Comes on if y ou have set a speed for
cruise control.2 Cruise Control *
P. 173
Washer Level
Indicator *●
Comes on when the washer fluid is low.● Refill washer fluid.
2Refilling Window Washer Fluid P. 211
Maintenance Minder Indicator●
Comes on when the scheduled
maintenance is due soon.2 Maintenance Minder TM
P. 195
Daytime Running
Lights Indicator
● Comes on for a few seconds when you
turn the ignition switch to ON
(w , then
goes off.
● Comes on if there is a problem with the
DRL system.
● Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
2Daytime Running Lights P. 96
Indicator
* Not available on all models
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Controls
This chapter explains how to operate the various controls necessary for driving.
Setting the Clock................................ 76
Locking and Unlocking the Doors
Key Types and Functions .................... 77
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside ............................................ 79
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ............................................... 82
Childproof Door Locks ....................... 83
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking *
.......... 84
Opening and Closing the Tailgate Using the Key *
................................... 88
Using the Tailgate Open Handle ......... 89
Security System .................................. 90
Immobilizer System ............................ 90 Security System Alarm
*
...................... 90
Opening and Closing the Windows .. 92
Operating the Switches Around the
Steering Wheel Ignition Switch ................................... 94
Turn Signals ....................................... 95
Light Switches.................................... 95 Fog Lights *
........................................ 96
Daytime Running Lights ..................... 96
Wipers and Washers .......................... 97
Brightness Control ............................. 99
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror *

Button ........................................... 100
Adjusting the Steering Wheel........... 101 Adjusting the Mirrors
....................... 102
Interior Rearview Mirror ................... 102
Power Door Mirrors ......................... 102
Adjusting the Seats .......................... 103
Adjusting the Seat Positions ............. 103
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items ................................................ 111
Interior Lights .................................. 111
Interior Convenience Items .............. 113
Heating and Cooling *
....................... 118
Using Vents, Heating and A/C *
........ 118
* Not available on all models
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Controls
Security System
Immobilizer System
The immobilizer system prevents a key that has not been pre-registered from
starting the engine. Each key contains electronic transmitters that use electronic
signals to verify the key.
Pay attention to the following when inserting the key into the ignition switch: •Do not allow objects that emit strong radio waves near the ignition switch.
• Make sure the key is not covered by or touching a metal object.
• Do not bring a key from another ve hicle’s immobilizer system near the ignition
switch.
Security System Alarm *
The security system alarm activates when the doors, tailgate, or hood are opened
without the key, or remote transmitter. ■ When the security system alarm activates
The horn sounds intermittently and all of the exterior lights flash. ■ To deactivate the security system alarm
Unlock the vehicle using the key, or remote transmitter. The system, along with the
horn and flashing lights, is deactivated.
1Immobilizer System
NOTICE
Leaving the ignition key in the vehicle can result in
theft or accidental movement of the vehicle.
Always take the ignition key with you whenever you
leave the vehicle unattended.
Do not alter the system or add other devices to it.
Doing so may damage the system and make your
vehicle inoperable.
1Security System Alarm *
The security alarm continues for a maximum of two
minutes until the security system deactivates.
* Not available on all models
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uuSecurity SystemuSecurity System Alarm*
Controls
■
Setting the security system alarm
The security system alarm automatically sets when the following conditions have
been met: • The ignition switch is in LOCK
(0 , and the key has been removed from the
ignition switch.
• The hood is closed.
• All doors and the tailgate are locked with the key or the remote transmitter.
■ When the security system alarm sets
The security system alarm indicator in the instrument panel blinks. When the
blinking interval changes after about 15 seconds, the security system alarm is set. ■ To cancel the security system alarm
The security system alarm is canceled when the vehicle is unlocked using the key or
remote transmitter. The security system alarm indicator goes off at the same time.
■The PANIC button on the remote
transmitter
If you press the PANIC button for
approximately one second, the following will
occur for about 30 seconds:• The horn sounds.
• Some exterior lights flash.
■ Canceling panic mode
Press any button on the remote transmitter, or turn the ignition switch to ON
(w .
■Panic Mode *
1Security System Alarm
*
Do not set the security system alarm when someone
is in the vehicle or a window is open. The system can
accidentally activate when: • Unlocking the door with the lock tab or the master
door lock switch.
If the battery goes dead after you have set the
security system alarm, the security alarm may go off
once the battery is recharged or replaced.
If this occurs, deactivate the security system alarm by
unlocking a door using the key or remote transmitter.
Do not attempt to alter this system or add another
device to it.
PANIC
Button
* Not available on all models
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Index
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 233
Heating ................................................... 119
HFL (HandsFreeLink ®)............................... 140
High-Beam Indicator .................................. 70
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Identification Numbers ............................ 270
Engine and Transmission.......................... 270
Vehicle Identification ............................... 270
Ignition Switch ............................................ 94
Illumination Control ................................... 99
Knob ......................................................... 99
Immobilizer System .................................... 90
Indicator .................................................... 70
Indicators ..................................................... 64
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ..................... 67
Charging System ............................... 65, 256
CRUISE CONTROL .............................. 71, 174
CRUISE MAIN .................................... 71, 173
Daytime Running Lights ............................. 71
Door and Tailgate Open....................... 25, 68
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ............................................. 68, 258
Fog Light ................................................... 70
High Temperature...................................... 67
High-Beam ................................................ 70
Immobilizer System .................................... 70
Lights On ................................................... 70
Low Fuel .................................................... 66
Low Oil Pressure ................................ 64, 256 Low Temperature ...................................... 67
Low Tire Pressure .............................. 69, 178
Maintenance Minder
TM
...................... 71, 195
Malfunction Indicator Lamp............... 65, 257
Parking Brake and Brake System ........ 64, 258
Seat Belt Reminder .............................. 27, 66
Security System Alarm ............................... 71
Shift Position ............................................. 65
Side Airbag Off ................................... 47, 69
Supplemental Restraint System ............ 45, 67
TPMS ................................................ 69, 180
Transmission ............................................. 66
Turn Signal ................................................ 70
VSA ®
(Vehicle Stability Assist) System ........ 68, 176
VSA ® OFF .......................................... 68, 177
Washer Level ............................................. 71
Information .............................................. 267
Information Display ................................... 73
Instrument Panel ........................................ 63
Brightness Control..................................... 99
Interior Lights ........................................... 111
Interior Rearview Mirror .......................... 102
J
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ................ 238, 242
Jump Starting ........................................... 251 K
Keyless Lockout Prevention
....................... 81
Keys ............................................................. 77
Lockout Prevention ................................... 81
Rear Door Won’t Open ............................. 83
Remote Transmitter .................................. 79
Types and Functions.................................. 77
Won’t Turn ............................................... 17
Kickdown (Automatic Transmission) ...... 164
L
LATCH (Child Seats) ................................... 54
Lights .................................................. 95, 212
Bulb Replacement ................................... 212
Daytime Running Lights ............................ 96
Fog Lights ................................................. 96
High-Beam Indicator ................................. 70
Interior.................................................... 111
Light Switches........................................... 95
Lights On Indicator .................................... 70
Turn Signals .............................................. 95
Load Limits ............................................... 157
Locking/Unlocking ..................................... 77
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................... 84
Childproof Door Locks .............................. 83
From Inside ............................................... 82
From Outside ............................................ 79
Keys.......................................................... 77
Lockout Prevention System ....................... 81
Using a Key............................................... 80
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Index
Remote Transmitter.................................... 79
Replacement
Battery..................................................... 232
Bulbs ....................................................... 212
Fuses ............................................... 260, 261
Tires ........................................................ 228
Wiper Blade Rubber ......................... 218, 220
Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 272
Resetting a Trip Meter ............................... 73
S Safe Driving ................................................. 21
Safety Check ................................................ 25
Safety Labels ............................................... 62
Safety Message ........................................... 20
Seat Belts ..................................................... 26
Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor .................. 30
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners .................. 28
Checking ................................................... 33
Detachable Anchor .................................... 31
Fastening ................................................... 29
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/
Shoulder Seat Belt.................................... 56
Pregnant Women ...................................... 32
Reminder ................................................... 27
Warning Indicator ................................ 27, 66
Seats .......................................................... 103
Adjusting ................................................. 103
Front Seats .............................................. 103
Rear Seats................................................ 108 Seat Under Box ....................................... 116
Security System ........................................... 90
Immobilizer System Indicator ..................... 70
Security System Alarm Indicator................. 71
Select Lever ................................. 13, 165, 171
Operation.......................... 13, 166, 167, 168
Releasing................................................. 253
Won’t Move ............................................ 253
Select/Reset Knob ....................................... 73
Selecting a Child Seat ................................. 53
Selector Knob (Audio) .............................. 125
Sequential Shift Mode ............................. 169
Setting the Clock ........................................ 76
Shift Lever ........................... 13, 165, 167, 171
Shift Position Indicator .............. 65, 166, 168
Shifting (Transmission) ............. 165, 167, 171
Shoulder Anchor ........................................ 30
Side Airbags ................................................ 41
Cutoff System ........................................... 43
Off Indicator.............................................. 43
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 44
Snow Tires ................................................. 230
Spare Tire .......................................... 239, 269
Spark Plugs ............................................... 268
Specifications ............................................ 268
Specified Fuel ................................... 186, 268
Speedometer .............................................. 72
SRS Airbags (Airbags) ................................. 37
Starting the Engine .................................. 161
Does Not Start......................................... 250
Engine Switch Buzzer ................................ 94 Jump Starting ......................................... 251
Steering Wheel ........................................ 101
Adjusting ................................................ 101
Stopping ................................................... 185
Summer Tires ............................................ 230
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ....... 37
Switches
(Around the Steering Wheel) .......... 2, 3, 94
T Tachometer ................................................ 72
Tailgate ....................................................... 88
Unable to Open ...................................... 266
Temperature
High Temperature Indicator ...................... 67
Low Temperature Indicator ....................... 67
Time (Setting) ............................................. 76
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ..................................................... 178
Indicator ........................................... 69, 259
Tire Repair Kit .......................................... 245
Tires .......................................................... 222
Air Pressure..................................... 223, 269
Checking and Maintaining ...................... 222
Inspection ............................................... 222
Labeling .................................................. 223
Puncture (Flat Tire) .................................. 239
Regulations ............................................. 225
Rotation.................................................. 229
Spare Tire ....................................... 239, 269
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