2016 HONDA FIT Quick Guide

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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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Safety Precautions
Some of the most important safety precautions are listed below; however, we cannot  warn you of every conceivable hazard that can arise in performing maintenance. Only you can decide whether or not you should perform a given task.
Maintenance Safety
• 
To reduce the possibility of ire or explosion, keep cigarettes, sparks, and lames 
away from the battery and all fuel-related parts.
•  Never leave rags, towels, or other lammable objects under the hood.
•  To clean parts, use a commercially available degreaser or parts cleaner, not  gasoline.
•  Wear eye protection and protective clothing when working with the battery or 
compressed air.
•  Do not run the engine in conined spaces where carbon monoxide gas can 
accumulate.
Vehicle Safety
•  The vehicle must be stationary, and parked on level ground with the parking 
brake set and the engine off.
•  Be aware that hot parts can burn you. •  Be aware that moving parts can injure you.
Improperly maintaining this vehicle or failing to correct a problem before  driving can cause a crash in which you can be seriously hurt or killed.  Always follow the inspection and maintenance recommendations according to the schedules in this guide.
WARNING
Failure to properly follow maintenance instructions and precautions can cause you to be seriously hurt or killed. Always follow the procedures and precautions in this guide.
WARNING
Learn about basic maintenance that you can perform on the vehicle yourself, as well  as information about how to best maintain the vehicle.
MAINTENANCEMaintenance Minder™
When maintenance is due, the Maintenance Minder indicator comes on and a
message appears on the display every time you turn the vehicle on. Press the select/reset knob to change displays. See the service code table on page 114 to check which items need maintenance 
based on the main and sub items shown in the display.
Maintenance Minder indicatorMain items
Sub items
Maintenance Minder display
•  Independent of the Maintenance Minder information, replace the brake luid every  3 years.
•  Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000 km).
•  Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if they are noisy.
U.S. models
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of emissions control devices and systems may be done by any automotive repair establishment or individuals using parts that
are certied to EPA standards. According to state and federal regulations, failure to perform maintenance on the
maintenance main items marked with # will not void your emissions warranties.
However, all maintenance services should be performed in accordance with the 
intervals indicated by the multi-information display.

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Maintenance Minder Service Codes
These codes indicate what services are due on your vehicle.
*1: If a message SERVICE does not appear more than 12 months after the display is reset, change the engine oil every year.
#: See information on maintenance and emissions warranty.
CODEMaintenance Main Items
A
Replace engine oi l*1
B
Replace engine oil and oil lter
Inspect front and rear brakes/service as necessary
Check parking brake adjustment
Inspect tie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots
Inspect suspension component s
Inspect driveshaft boot s
Inspect brake hoses and lines (Including ABS/VSA)
Inspect all uid levels and condition of uids
Inspect exhaust system #
Inspect fuel lines and connections #
*2:If you drive in dusty conditions, replace the air cleaner element every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).*3:If you drive primarily in urban areas with high concentrations of soot in the air from industryand diesel-powered vehicles, replace the dust and pollen lter every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
CODEMaintenance Sub Items
1
Rotate tires
2Replace air cleaner element *2
Replace dust and pollen lte r*3
Inspect drive belt
3
Replace transmission uid
4Replace spark plugs
Inspect valve clearance
5
Replace engine coolan t
Under the Hood
Opening the Hood
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface, and set the
parking brake.
2. Pull the hood release handle under the lower left corner of the dashboard.
3. Push up the hood latch lever in the center of the hood to release the lock mechanism, and open the hood.
4. Remove the support rod from the clamp using the grip. Mount the support rod in the hood.
When closing, remove the support rod, and stow it in the clamp, then gently lower the hood. Remove your hand at a height of approximately 12 inches (30 cm) and let the hood close.
Do not open the hood when the wiper arms are raised. The hood will strike the wipers, and may damage either the hood or the wipers.
NOTICE
Engine coolant reserve tank
Washer uid (blue cap)
Engine oil ll cap Engine oil dipstick (orange)
Brake uid (black cap) Battery
Radiator cap
Lever
Support rod Grip
Clamp

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Recommended Engine Oil
• Honda Genuine Motor Oil
•  Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil with an API Certication Seal on the
container
This seal indicates the oil is energy conserving and
that it meets the American Petroleum Institute’s  latest requirements. Use Honda Genuine Motor Oil or another commercial engine oil of suitable viscosity for the ambient temperature as shown.
You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certiication Seal  and is of the specied viscosity grade.
Engine Oil
Park the vehicle on level ground, and wait approximately three minutes after turning the engine off before you check the oil.
Checking the Oil
1. Remove the dipstick (orange).
2. Wipe the dipstick with a clean cloth or paper towel.
3. Insert the dipstick back all the way into its hole.
4. Remove the dipstick again, and check the level. It should be between the upper and lower marks. 
Add oil if necessary.
Ambient temperature
Upper mark Lower mark
Adding Oil
1. Unscrew and remove the engine oil ll cap.
2. Add oil slowly.
3. Reinstall the engine oil ll cap, and tighten it securely.
4. Wait for three minutes and recheck the engine oil dipstick.
Resetting the Engine Oil Life
If you change or replace the vehicle’s engine oil yourself, you must reset the  engine oil life. 1. Press the select/reset knob until the oil life  screen is displayed.
2. Press and hold the knob for 10 seconds, or until the maintenance codes and oil life blink.
3. Press and hold the knob for 5 seconds, or until the maintenance codes disappear and the engine oil life display returns to 100%.
Do not ill the engine oil above the upper mark. Overilling the engine oil can result  in leaks and engine damage.
NOTICE
Failure to reset the engine oil life after a maintenance service results in the
system showing incorrect maintenance intervals, which can lead to serious mechanical problems.
NOTICE
Engine oil ill cap

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Engine Coolant
Park the vehicle on level ground. Check the reserve tank and the coolant level in the
radiator. We recommend Honda Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2.
Checking the Reserve Tank
1. Check the amount of coolant in the reserve tank. 2. If the coolant level is below the MIN mark, add  the specied coolant until it reaches the MAX mark.
3. Inspect the cooling system for leaks.
Adding Coolant
1. Make sure the engine and radiator are cool.
2. Turn the radiator cap counterclockwise and
relieve any pressure in the coolant system. Do  not push the cap down when turning.
3. Push down and turn the radiator cap counterclockwise to remove it.
4. The coolant level should be up to the base of the 
ller neck. Add coolant if it is low.
5. Put the radiator cap back on, and tighten it fully.
6. Pour coolant into the reserve tank until it reaches the MAX mark. Put the cap back on the reserve tank.
If Honda antifreeze/coolant is not available, you may use another major brand 
non-silicate coolant as a temporary replacement. Check that it is a high quality coolant recommended for aluminum engines. Continued use of any non-Honda
coolant can result in corrosion, causing the cooling system to malfunction or fail. Have the cooling system lushed and reilled with Honda antifreeze/coolant as  soon as possible.
NOTICE
Reserve tank
MAX MIN
Radiator cap
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
Pour the uid slowly and carefully so you do not spill any. Clean up any spills immediately; they can damage components in the engine compartment.
NOTICE
Brake Fluid
The luid level should be between the MIN and MAX marks on the side of the 
reservoir. We recommend using Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3.
Pour the uid carefully. If the luid level is at or below the MIN mark, have a  dealer inspect for leaks or worn brake pads as soon as possible.
Window Washer Fluid
Check the amount of window washer luid by looking 
at the reservoir. If the washer luid level is low, ill the 
washer reservoir. Pour the washer luid carefully. Do not 
overow the reservoir.
Canadian models
If the washer luid level is low, the washer level  indicator appears (see page 27).
Do not use engine antifreeze or a vinegar/water solution in the windshield washer 
reservoir. Antifreeze can damage your vehicle’s paint. A vinegar/water solution can damage the windshield washer pump.
NOTICE
Washer reservoir
Brake luid marked DOT 5 is not compatible with your vehicle’s braking system  and can cause extensive damage.
NOTICE
MAX
MIN

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Changing Wiper Blades
If the wiper blades leave streaks across the windshield, try cleaning them irst with a  paper towel or soft cloth and wiper luid. If the wiper blade rubber has deteriorated, you should change the wiper blades.
Changing the Front Wiper Blade Rubber
1. Lift the driver side wiper arm rst, then the
passenger side.
2. Press and hold the tab, then slide the blade  from the wiper arm.
3. Slide the wiper blade out from its holder by pulling the tabbed end out.
4. Slide the new wiper blade onto the holder from the bottom end. The tab on the blade should it 
in the indent of the top of the wiper holder.
5. Slide the wiper blade onto the wiper arm 
securely.
6. Lower the passenger side wiper arm rst, then the driver side.
Lock tab
Blade
Ta b Blade
Avoid dropping the wiper arm, as it may damage the windshield.
NOTICE
The battery gives off explosive hydrogen gas during normal operation. A spark or lame can cause the battery to explode with enough force to kill or  seriously hurt you. When conducting any battery maintenance, wear protective clothing and a  face shield, or have a skilled technician do it.
WARNING
Checking the Battery
The battery condition is monitored by a sensor on the negative terminal. If there is a 
problem with the battery, the charging system indicator appears (see page 24). Have 
your vehicle checked by a dealer.
Check the battery terminals for corrosion monthly.For jump starting, see page 98.
WARNING: Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead
compounds. Wash your hands after handling.