2016 HONDA FIT light

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Learn about what to do in critical or emergency situations.
Smart Entry Remote Battery Strength*
If the battery life in your remote transmitter is weak, follow the below steps to start  the engine. 1. Touch the back of the remote transmitter to the 
ENGINE START/STOP button while the indicator is ashing.
2. With the brake pedal pressed (and the clutch pedal for manual transmission), press the ENGINE 
START/STOP button within 10 seconds.
Jump Starting
Turn off the power to electric devices, such as audio and lights. Turn off the engine, then open the hood. 1. Remove the under-hood fuse box cover (see  page 108). Connect the irst jumper cable to your 
vehicle’s battery (+) terminal.
2. Connect the other end of the irst jumper cable to the booster battery (+) terminal. Use a 12-volt 
booster battery only.
3. Connect the second jumper cable to the booster battery (-) terminal.
4. Connect the other end of the second jumper cable to the stud bolt as shown. Do not connect this jumper cable to any other part.
5. If your vehicle is connected to another vehicle, 
start the assisting vehicle’s engine and increase its
rpm slightly.
6. Attempt to start your vehicle’s engine. If it turns over slowly, make sure that the  jumper cables have good metal-to-metal contact.
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*if equipped
A battery can explode if you do not follow the correct procedure, seriously 
injuring anyone nearby.
Keep all sparks, open lames, and smoking materials away from the battery.
WARNING
Booster battery WARNING:
Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead
compounds. Wash your hands after handling.
After the Engine Starts
Once your vehicle’s engine has started, remove the jumper cables in the following  order: 1. Disconnect the jumper cable from your vehicle’s stud bolt.
2. Disconnect the other end of the jumper cable from the booster battery (-)  terminal.
3. Disconnect the jumper cable from your vehicle’s battery (+) terminal.
4. Disconnect the other end of the jumper cable from the booster battery (+) terminal.
5. Have your vehicle inspected by a nearby service station or a dealer.
Shift Lever Does Not Move*
Follow the procedure below if you cannot move the shift lever out of Park (P). 1. Set the parking brake.
2. Remove the key from the ignition, or remove the built-in key from the remote transmitter.
3. Wrap a cloth around the tip of a small at-tip screwdriver. Put it into the shift lock release slot as
shown in the image, and remove the cover.
4. Insert the key into the shift release lock.
5. While pushing the key down, press the shift lever release button and place the shift lever into Neutral   (N). The lock is now released. Have the shift lever checked by a dealer as soon as possible.
*if equipped
Slot
Release button Shift lock release slot
Cover

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Overheating
If the high temperature indicator comes on, the engine suddenly loses power, or  steam or spray comes out from under the hood, your engine is overheating. 1. Immediately park the vehicle in a safe place. Turn  off all accessories and turn on the hazard warning lights.
2. If steam or spray is not present: Keep the engine
running and open the hood.
  If steam or spray is present: Turn off the engine and
wait until it subsides. Then, open the hood.
3. Check that the cooling fan is operating and stop the engine once the high temperature indicator goes off. If the cooling fan is not operating, immediately stop the engine.
4. Once the engine has cooled down, inspect the coolant level and check the cooling system components for leaks. If the coolant level in the reserve tank 
is low, add coolant until it reaches the MAX mark. If there is no coolant in the 
reserve tank, make sure the radiator is cool, then cover the radiator cap with a
heavy cloth and open the cap. If necessary, add coolant up to the base of the iller neck, and put the cap back on.
Once the engine has cooled sufciently, restart it and check the high temperature
indicator. If the indicator is off, resume driving. If it stays on, contact a dealer for repairs.
Steam and spray from an overheated engine can seriously scald you. Do not open the hood if steam is coming out.
WARNING
Removing the radiator cap while the engine is hot can cause the coolant to spray out, seriously scalding you. Always let the engine and radiator cool down before removing the radiator cap.
WARNING
Continuing to drive with the temperature gauge needle at the H mark may damage the engine.
NOTICE
Emergency Engine Stop*
The ENGINE START/STOP button may be used to stop the engine due to an 
emergency situation even while driving. If you must stop the engine, choose one of the following operations: •  Press and hold the ENGINE START/STOP button for 
two seconds, or
•  Firmly press the ENGINE START/STOP button two 
times.
The steering wheel will not lock. The power mode changes to ACCESSORY (or OFF 
for manual transmission), unless the shift lever is in Park (P), in which case the
power mode changes to VEHICLE OFF. Because turning off the engine also disables the power assist the engine provides 
to the steering and braking systems, it will require signiicantly more physical effort and time to steer and slow the vehicle. Downshift gears and use both feet on the 
brake pedal, if necessary, to slow the vehicle and stop immediately in a safe place.
Do not press the button while driving unless it is absolutely necessary for the engine  to be switched off.
Emergency Towing
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow your vehicle. Flat bed equipment: The operator loads your vehicle on the back of a truck.  This is
the best way to transport your vehicle.
Wheel lift equipment: The tow truck uses two pivoting arms that go under the front  tires and lift them off the ground. The rear tires remain on the ground. This is an
acceptable way to tow your vehicle.
Trying to lift or tow your vehicle by the bumpers will cause serious damage. The 
bumpers are not designed to support the vehicle’s weight.
Improper towing such as towing behind a motorhome or other motor vehicle can  damage the transmission.
NOTICE
*if equipped
Reserve tank MAX MIN

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Changing a Flat Tire
If a tire goes lat while driving, grasp the steering wheel irmly, and brake gradually  to reduce speed. Then, stop in a safe place. Replace the at tire with the compact
spare tire. Go to a dealer as soon as possible to have the full-size tire repaired or replaced.
Getting Ready to Change the Tire
Park the vehicle on a irm, level, non-slippery surface. Apply the parking brake, 
shift to Park (P), and turn the vehicle off. Turn on the hazard warning lights.
1. Open the cargo area oor lid.
2. Take the tool case out of the cargo area. Take out the wheel nut wrench, jack handle bar, and jack.
3. Unscrew the wing bolt and remove the spacer  cone. Then remove the spare tire.
4. Place a wheel block or rock in front and rear of the wheel diagonal to the at tire.
5. Place the compact spare tire (wheel side up) under the vehicle body, near the tire that needs to be replaced.
6. If necessary, put the lat tip of the jack handle bar 
into the edge of the wheel cover. Carefully pry the
edge and remove the cover.
7. Loosen each wheel nut about one turn using the  wheel nut wrench.
Tool caseSpare tire
Jack
Wheel nut
Jack handle bar
Wheel cover
Floor lid
Setting Up the Jack
1. Place the jack under the jacking point closest to the tire to be changed.
2. Turn the end bracket (as shown in the image)  until the top of the jack contacts the jacking point. Make sure that the jacking point tab is resting in the jack notch.
3. Raise the vehicle, using the jack handle bar and the jack handle, until the tire is off the ground.
The following instructions must be followed to use the jack safely:
•  Do not use the jack with people or luggage in the vehicle. •  Use the jack provided in your vehicle. Other jacks may not support the weight
(“load”) or t the jacking point.
•  Do not use while the engine is running.
•  Use only where the ground is rm and level.
•  Use only at the jacking points.
•  Do not get in the vehicle while using the jack.
•  Do not put anything on top of or underneath the jack. The vehicle can easily roll off the jack, seriously injuring anyone underneath.
Follow the directions for changing a tire exactly, and never get under the vehicle when it is supported only by the jack.
WARNING
Jack handlebar
Wheel nut
Wrench as jack handle

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Replacing the Flat Tire
1. Remove the wheel nuts and at tire.
2. Mount the compact spare tire. Replace the
wheel nuts, and lightly tighten them.
3. Lower the vehicle and remove the jack. Tighten the wheel nuts in the order indicated in the image. Go around, tightening the nuts, two to
three times in this order. Do not overtighten the  wheel nuts. Models with wheel covers: Make sure the wire
support ring is hooked into the clips around the
edge of the wheel cover. Align the valve mark on the wheel cover to the tire valve on the wheel, then install the wheel
cover.
If you drive with the spare tire installed, the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator*  appears. The indicator stays on until a regular tire is installed.
*if equippedWheel nuts
Storing the Flat Tire
1. Remove the center cap, if necessary.
2. Place the at tire face down in the spare tire well.
3. Remove the spacer cone from the wing bolt, lip 
it over, and insert it back on the bolt. Secure the lat tire with the wing bolt. Models with wheel covers: Make sure the wire
support ring is on the outer side of the tire valve as shown.
4. Securely store the wheel nut wrench, jack handle bar, and jack back in the tool  case. Store the case in the cargo area under the cargo oor lid.
Loose items can y around the interior in a crash and can seriously injure the occupants. Store the wheel, jack, and tools securely before driving.
WARNING
Wing bolt
Spacer cone
For compact spare tire
For full-size 
tire
Clips
Clips
Valve mark
Tire valve
Wire support ring

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Fuse Locations
If any electrical devices are not working, turn the vehicle off 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. 
Engine Compartment Fuse Box
Located under the hood near the brake luid reservoir. Push the tabs to open the  box.
Circuit ProtectedAmps1Headlight Low Beam Main20 A2CDC *(30 A)3Hazard10
A4DBW15 A5Wiper(30 A)6Stop10 A7IGP15 A8IG Coi l15A9ECP *(10 A)10INJ(20 A)11––12Main Fa
n30A
*if equipped
Ta b
13Starter SW(30 A)14MG Clutch7.5A15Battery Senso r(7.5A )16––17Daytime Running Lights(7.5A )18Horn10A19Fog Ligh t*(15 A)20––
Circuit Protecte
dAmps
21Back Up Main15A22Interior Lights7.5 A23Sub Fa n(30A )24––25Smart Entry Auto Start *(7.5 A)26ST MG(7.5
A)27––28––29Back Up(10A )30IGP LAF(10A )31IGPS(7.5 A)32Right Headlight Low Beam10A33Left Headlight Low Beam10A
Circuit Protecte dAmps1Door Lock(20 A)2––3Smart*(10 A)4Driver Side Door Unlock15
A5Passenger Side Door Unlock15 A6Driver Door Unlock(10 A)7Driver Door Lock(10 A)8Driver’s Power Window20A9Passenger’s Power Window20A10Rear Left Power Window20A11Rear Right Power Window20A12Driver Side Door Lock15A13Passenger Side Door Lock15A14––15Right Headlight High Beam10A16STS *(7.
5A )
Interior Fuse Boxes
Fuse box A
Located behind the dashboard next to the steering wheel.
*if equipped
Fuse label
17ACC Socket (Console*
)(20 A)18Moonroof *(20 A)19Front Seat Heater *(20 A)20––
Circuit Protecte
dAmps
21––22Washer15A23Rear Wiper(10A )24A/C7.5A25Daytime Running Lights7.5 A26Starter Cut7.5A27ABS/VSA7.5 A28SRS10 A29Left Headlight High Beam10A30ACG10A31Power Window10 A32Fuel Pump15 A33SRS7.5A34Mete r7.5A35Mission SOL7.5A36Front ACC Socket20 A37ACC7.5A38ACC Key Lock7.5A39Option(1 0A )40Rear Wiper10 A4142

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Circuit ProtectedAmps
1
EPS70 A
IG Main30 A*150
A*2Fuse Box Main 250
AABS/VSA Motor40 AFuse Box Main 130AFuse Box Main 340A
2–– ––––––––––
*1:M odels with smart entry system*2:M odels without smart entry system
3Heater30 A4*1IG Main
230A
4 *2––5ABS/VSA FSR30
A
6D eicer(10 A)7––
8– –
9Small Light10A
10 ACC Socket (Console) *
(20A )
11Rear Defogger30A
12 *112 *2
ACC Key Lock (7.5 A)13Heated Door Mirror *(1
0A )
14 A/C Blower SW (7.5 A)
15*1––15*2Wipe
r30A
Fuse box B
Located behind the dashboard next to the steering wheel. Remove the cover by  putting a at-tip screwdriver into the side slot as shown.
*if equipped
Cover
Inspecting and Changing Fuses
1. Turn the vehicle off, including all lights and
accessories.
2. Check the fuses on the battery in the engine  compartment. If the fuse is blown, have it 
replaced by a dealer.
3. Remove the fuse box cover.
4. Inspect the small fuses in the engine 
compartment and the vehicle interior.
  If there is a burned-out fuse, remove it with the  fuse puller and replace it with a new one.
5. Check the large fuse in the engine compartment.
  If the fuse is blown, use a Phillips-head  screwdriver to remove the screw and replace the
fuse with a new one. Reinstall the screw.
Replacing a fuse with one that has a higher rating greatly increases the chances of damaging the electrical system.
NOTICE
Blown
Fuse box on battery
Fuse puller
Combined fuse
Blown fuse

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MAINTENANCE
Temperature
The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s
resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested  under controlled conditions on a speciied indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce
tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The grade
C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must
meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the 
minimum required by law.
WARNING:  The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that 
is properly inlated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinlation, or  excessive loading, either separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure.
Testing of Readiness Codes
Your vehicle has “readiness codes” as part of the onboard self-diagnostic system. 
Some states refer to these codes as a test to see if your vehicle’s emissions
components are working properly. The codes may not be read if you go through the emissions testing just after the battery has gone dead or been disconnected.
To check if they are set, turn the vehicle on without starting the engine. The
malfunction indicator lamp will come on for several seconds. If it goes off, the 
readiness codes are set. If it blinks ive times, the readiness codes are not set.
If you are required to have your vehicle emissions tested before the readiness codes  are set, prepare the vehicle for retesting by doing the following: 1. Fill the gas tank to approximately 3/4 full.
2. Park the vehicle and leave the engine off for 6 hours or more.3. Make sure the ambient temperature is between 40°F and 95°F (4°C and 35°C).
4. Start the engine without touching the accelerator pedal, and let it idle for 20 seconds.
5. Keep the vehicle in Park (P) or Neutral (manual transmission). Increase the 
engine speed to 2,000 rpm, and hold it there for about 3 minutes.
6. Let the engine idle with your foot off the accelerator for 20 seconds. 7. Select a nearby, lightly traveled major highway where you can maintain a speed 
of 50 to 60 mph (80 to 97 km/h) for at least 20 minutes. Drive on the highway with 
the vehicle in Drive (D) or 5th gear (manual transmission). Do not use cruise 
control. When trafc allows, drive for 90 seconds without using the accelerator
pedal. (Vehicle speed may vary slightly; this is OK.) If you cannot do this for a continuous 90 seconds because of trafic conditions, drive for at least 30 seconds, then repeat two more times (for a total of 90 seconds).
8. Drive in city/suburban trafic for at least 10 minutes. When trafic conditions 
allow, let the vehicle coast for several seconds without using the accelerator pedal or the brake pedal.
9. Park the vehicle and leave the engine off for 30 minutes. The readiness codes are erased when the battery is disconnected, and set again  only after several days of driving under a variety of conditions. If an emissions testing facility determines that the readiness codes are not set, you 
may be requested to return at a later date to complete the test, or see your dealer.

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SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIFICATIONS
Vehicle
ModelFitNo. of Passengers: Fron t2
Rear 3
Tota l5
Weights:Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating *1U.S.:3,362 lbs (1,525 kg
)*4
3,422 lbs (1,552 kg )*5
3,437 lbs (1,559 kg )*6
Canada
:1,517 kg *3
1,524 kg *4
1,555 kg *5
1,563 kg *6
Gross Vehicle

Weight Rating *2U.S.:3,393 lbs (1,539 kg
)*4
3,479 lbs (1,578 kg )*5
3,491 lbs (1,583 kg )*6
Canada
:1,537 kg *3
1,543 kg *4
1,577 kg *5
1,583 kg *6
Gross Axle Weight Rating (Front)
*1U.S.:1,770 lbs (803 kg
)*4
1,796 lbs (814 kg )*5
1,801 lbs (817 kg )*6
Canada
:798 kg*3
802 kg *4
816 kg *5
819 kg *6
Gross Axle Weight Rating (Rear) *1U.S.:1,592 lbs (722 kg
)*4
1,626 lbs (738 kg )*5
1,636 lbs (742 kg )*6
Canada
:719 kg*3
722 kg *4
739 kg *5
744 kg *6
*1: Manual transmission models
*2: Continuously variable transmission models*3
:D X
*4 :L X
*5 :E X
*6:E X-L
Gross Axle Weight Rating (Front) *2U.S.:1,813 lbs (823 kg
)*4
1,854 lbs (841 kg )*5
1,857 lbs (842 kg )*6
Canada:821 kg *3
825 kg *4
840 kg *5
842 kg *6
Gross Axle Weight Rating (Rear
)*2U.S.:1,579 lbs (715 kg
)*4
1,625 lbs (737 kg )*5
1,634 lbs (741 kg )*6
Canada:716 kg
*3
718 kg *4
737 kg *5
741 kg *6
Air Conditioning: Refrigerant Type HFC-134a (R-134a)
Charge Quantity 13.2 – 15.0 oz (375 – 425 g)Lubricant Type ND-OIL8
Engine and Fuel
Engine Specications FuelDisplacement91.4 cu-in (1,498 cm 3
)
Spark Plug sNG
KD ILZKAR7C11 S
DENSODXE22HCR11S
Fuel:
Typ eUnleaded gasoline, Pump octane number of 87 or higher
Fuel Tank Capacity 10.6 US gal (40 L)
Tires
*1: LX, Canadian DX*2: EX, EX-L
Regula r
Size185/60R15 84 T*1
185/55R16 83 H*2
Pressure psi (kPa[kgf/cm
2
])Front33 (230 [2.3])
Rear33 (230 [2.3]) *1
32 (220 [2.2]) *2
Compact Spar e Size
T135/80D15 99M
Pressure psi (kPa[kgf/cm 2
]) 60 (420 [4.2])
Wheel SizeRegular15 x 6J
*1
16 x 6J *2
Co
mpact Spar e15 x 4T
SPECIFICATIONS
*if equipped
Light Bulbs
Headlights (High/Low Beam)60/55W (H4/HB2)
Fog Lights *
35W (H8 LL)
Side Marker Lights3CP
Front Turn Signal/Parking Lights 28/8W (Amber )
Brake/Tail/Side Marker LightsLED
Back-Up Lights 21W
Rear Turn Signal Lights21W
High-M ount Brake Ligh tLED
Side Turn Signal Light sLED
Rear License Plate Light s5W
Cargo Area Ligh t5W
In teri or Lights
Map Light s8WCeiling Light 8W
Fluids
Brake Fluid
Continuously Variable Transmission Fluid *
Manual Transmission Fluid*
SpeciedHonda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT
3
SpeciedHonda HCF-2 Transmission Fluid
Capacity Change 3.6 US qt (3.4 L)
SpeciedHonda Manual Transmission Fluid
Capacity Change 1.5 US qt (1.4 L)
Engine Oil
Engine Coolan
t
*1:Continuously variable transmission models*2:Manual transmission model s
Recommended·Genuine Honda Motor Oil 0W-2 0
·API Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oi l
Capacity Change
3.3 US qt (3.1 L)
Change including lter 3.5 US qt (3.3 L)
Specie
dHonda Long-Life Anti freeze/Coolant Type 2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled wate r
Capacity
0.999 US gal (3.78 L) *1
(change including the remaining 0.111 US gal (0.42 L) in the reserve tank )
0.999 US gal (3.78 L)*2

(change including the remaining 0.111 US gal (0.42 L) in the reserve tank )
Washer Fluid
Tank CapacityU.S.: 2.6 US qt (2.5 L) Canada: 4.2 US qt (4.0 L)
*if equipped