2014 HONDA FIT lock

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uuIf a Tire Goes FlatuTemporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
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Temporarily Repairing a Flat TireIf the tire has a large cut or is otherwise severely damaged, you will need to have the
vehicle towed. If the tire only has a small puncture, from a nail for instance, you can
use the tire repair kit so that you can drive to the nearest service station for a more
permanent repair.
If a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly, and brake gradually
to reduce speed. Then stop in a safe place.
1.Park the vehicle on firm, level, and non-slippery ground.
2.Put the shift lever in
(P.
3.Set the parking brake.
4.Turn on the hazard warning lights and turn the ignition switch to LOCK
(0.
■Getting Ready to Temporarily Repair the Flat TireCanadian models with automatic transmission
1Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
The kit should not be used in the following situations.
Instead, contact a dealer or a roadside assistant to
have the vehicle towed.•The tire sealant has expired.•More than two tires are punctured.•The puncture is greater than 3/16 inch (4 mm) in
diameter.•The tire side wall is damaged or the puncture is
outside the tire tread.•Damage has been caused by driving with the tires
extremely under inflated.•The tire bead is no longer seated.•A rim is damaged.
Do not remove a nail or screw that punctured the
tire. If you remove it from the tire, you may not be
able to repair the puncture using the kit.NOTICEDo not use a puncture-repairing agent other than the
one provided in the kit that came with your vehicle. If
used, you may permanently damage the tire pressure
sensor.
When the puncture is:
Smaller than 3/16 inch
(4 mm)
Larger than 3/16 inch
(4 mm) Kit Use
Yes
No Contact
Area
Instruction
Manual Air Compressor Wheel
Label Sealant Bottle Expiration Date
Speed Limit
Label

253Handling the Unexpected
Shift Lever Does Not MoveFollow the procedure below if you cannot move the shift lever out of the
(P
position.
1.Set the parking brake.
2.Remove the key from the ignition switch.
3.Wrap a cloth around the tip of a small flat-
tip screwdriver and remove the cover of the
shift lock release slot.
uPut the tip of the flat-tip screwdriver into
the slot and remove it as shown in the
image.
4.Insert the key into the shift lock release slot.
5.While pushing on the key, press the shift
lever release button and place the shift lever
into
(N.
uThe lock is now released. Have the shift
lever checked by a dealer as soon as
possible.
■Releasing the LockAutomatic transmission models
Slot
Cover
Release Button
Shift Lock Release Slot

260Handling the Unexpected
FusesFuse LocationsIf any electrical devices are not working, turn the ignition switch to LOCK
(0 and
check to see if any applicable fuse is blown.
Fuse locations are shown on the fuse box cover. Locate the fuse in question by the
fuse number and box cover number.
Pull up the cover by pushing the three tabs as
shown.
Replacement of engine compartment fuses
should be done by a dealer.
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
■Engine Compartment Fuse Box
Fuse BoxTab
TabTab
Circuit Protected
Amps
1
Battery
100 A
2
EPS
70 A
3
Horn/Hazard
20 A

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uuFusesuFuse Locations
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Located behind the fuse lid. Pull the fuse lid
toward you.
Fuse locations are shown on the label on
the side panel.
Locate the fuse in question by the fuse
number and label number.■Interior Fuse Box
Fuse Lid
Fuse Label
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit Protected
Amps
1
Back Up
10 A
2
TPMS
*
(7.5 A)
3
Driver’s Power Window
20 A
4
−
−
5
Back Up Light
10 A
6
SRS
10 A
7
Transmission SOL
*
(10 A)
8
SRS
7.5 A
9
Fog Light
*
(20 A)
10
A/C
*
7.5 A
11
ABS/VSA
7.5 A
12
ACG
10 A
13
ACC Socket
20 A
14
Key Lock/Radio
7.5 A
15
Daytime Running Light
7.5 A
16
Rear Wiper
10 A
17
Front Passenger’s Power
Window
20 A
18
Rear Passenger’s Side
Power Window
20 A
19
Rear Driver’s Side Power
Window
20 A
20
Fuel Pump
15 A
21
Washer
15 A
22
Meter
7.5 A
23
Hazard
10 A
24
Stop/Horn
10 A
25
−
−
26
LAF
10 A
27
Door Lock Main
*
(30 A)
28
Headlight Main
20 A
29
Small Light
10 A
30
Main Fan Motor
30 A
31
−
−
32
Passenger’s Side Headlight
Low Beam
10 A
33
IG Coil
15 A
34
Driver’s Side Headlight Low
Beam
10 A
35
Door Lock
*
(15 A)
36
Door Lock
*
(15 A)
37
ABS/VSA FSR
30 A
38
Door Lock
*
(15 A)
39
IGP
15 A
40
−
−
41
−
−
42
−
−
Circuit Protected
Amps
* Not available on all models

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uuFusesuFuse Locations
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43
MG Clutch
(7.5 A)
44
STS
7.5 A
45
−
−
46
−
−
47
Sub Fan Motor
(30 A)
48
Driver’s Side Headlight
High Beam
10 A
49
Door Lock
*
(15 A)
50
Door Lock
*
(15 A)
51
Passenger’s Side Headlight
High Beam
10 A
52
DBW
15 A
53
−
−
54
Rear Defogger
*
20 A
55
Heated Mirror
*
10 A
56
Front Wiper
30 A
57
Blower Motor
30 A
58
ABS/VSA Motor
30 A
59
Rear Defogger
20 A30 A
60
IG Main/Option Main
50 A/40 A
61
Radio
30 A
62
−
−
Circuit Protected
Amps
* Not available on all models

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uuFusesuInspecting and Changing Fuses
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Inspecting and Changing Fuses
1.Turn the ignition switch to LOCK
(0. Turn
headlights and all accessories off.
2.Check the fuses in the engine
compartment.
uIf the fuse is blown, have it replaced by a
dealer.
3.Inspect the small fuses in the engine
compartment and the vehicle interior.
uIf there is a burned out fuse, remove it
with the fuse puller and replace it with a
new one.
1Inspecting and Changing FusesNOTICEReplacing a fuse with one that has a higher rating
greatly increases the chances of damaging the
electrical system.
Replace fuse with a spare fuse of the same specified
amperage.
Confirm the specified amperage using the charts on
P. 260 and P. 261.
There is a fuse puller on the back of the engine
compartment fuse box cover.
Fuse
BlownFuse Puller

uuEmergency Towingu
266Handling the Unexpected
If you cannot open the tailgate use the following procedure.
1.Use a flat-tip screwdriver and remove the
cover on the back of the tailgate.
2.To open the tailgate, push the tailgate
while pushing the lever to the unlocking
direction.■When You Cannot Open the TailgateModels without tailgate key cylinder
1When You Cannot Open the Tailgate
What to do-Following up
After taking these steps, contact a dealer to have the
vehicle checked.
When you open the tailgate from inside, make sure
there is enough space around the tailgate, and it
does not hit anyone or any object.
Cover
Lever
Lock Unlock

Index
279Index
Index
AABS (Anti-lock Brake System).................. 183
Accessories and Modifications................ 190
Accessory Power Socket........................... 115
Active Head Restraints............................. 107
Additives
Coolant .................................................. 206
Engine Oil ............................................... 201
Washer ................................................... 211
Additives, Engine Oil............................... 201
Adjusting
Armrest .................................................. 110
Front Seats.............................................. 103
Head Restraints ....................................... 105
Headlights .............................................. 212
Mirrors.................................................... 102
Rear Seats ............................................... 108
Steering Wheel ....................................... 101
Air Conditioning System (Heating and
Cooling System)...................................... 118
Cooling................................................... 120
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows .............................................. 120
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 233
Heating................................................... 119
Air Pressure...................................... 223, 269
Airbags....................................................... 34
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 40
After a Collision ........................................ 38
Airbag Care .............................................. 48
Event Data Recorder ................................. 19Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 37
Indicator ........................................ 45, 67, 69
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 46
Sensors...................................................... 34
Side Airbag Cutoff System ......................... 43
Side Airbag Off Indicator ........................... 47
Side Airbags .............................................. 41
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 44
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS).................. 183
Indicator .................................................... 67
Armrest..................................................... 110
Audio System............................................ 122
Adjusting the Sound ................................ 126
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 123
Error Messages ........................................ 135
General Information ................................ 137
MP3/WMA/AAC ...................................... 133
Recommended CDs ................................. 137
Recommended Devices ............................ 139
Remote Controls ......................................... 3
Security Code .......................................... 124
Theft Protection....................................... 124
USB Adapter Cable .................................. 123
USB Flash Drives ...................................... 139
Authorized Manuals................................. 277
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking................... 84
Customize ................................................. 85
Automatic Transmission........................... 164
Creeping ................................................. 164
Fluid ........................................................ 208
Kickdown ................................................ 164Operating the Shift Lever........... 13, 166, 168
Sequential Shift Mode ............................. 169
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 253
Shifting ........................................... 165, 167
Auxiliary Input Jack.................................. 123
Average Fuel Economy.............................. 74
BBattery...................................................... 231
Charging System Indicator................. 65, 256
Jump Starting .......................................... 251
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ........ 231
Maintenance (Replacing) ......................... 232
Belts (Seat).................................................. 26
Beverage Holders..................................... 114
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®..................... 140
Booster Seats (For Children)...................... 60
Brake System............................................ 181
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)................... 183
Brake Assist System ................................. 184
Fluid ........................................................ 210
Foot Brake............................................... 182
Indicator............................................ 64, 258
Parking Brake .......................................... 181
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel)...... 99