2017 HONDA FIT tailgate

uuInterior Lights/Interior Convenience Items uInterior Lights
148
Controls
The map lights can be turned on and off by
pressing the lenses.
The light comes on when you open the
tailgate.
■Map Lights1Map Lights
When the interior light swit ch is in the door activated
position and any door is open, the map light will not
go off when you press the lens.
Models with moonroof
Models with moonroof
Models without moonroof
■Cargo Area Light
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uuInterior Lights/Interior Convenience Items uInterior Convenience Items
Controls
The cargo area cover may be removed to give you more cargo room.
■To remove the cargo area cover
1.Open the tailgate.
2. Remove the strap on each side of the
tailgate.
3. Disengage the support rods, then remove
the cargo area cover.
Reverse this procedure to install the cargo
area cover.
After reinstalling the cargo area cover, make
sure it is latched securely.
■Cargo Area Cover*1 Cargo Area Cover*
Do not place items on the cargo area cover, or stack
objects higher than the top of the back seat. They
could block your view and be thrown about the
vehicle during a crush or sudden stop.
Do not apply excessive pressure to the cover, such as
leaning on it to retrieve an item.
* Not available on all models
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uuBefore Driving uDriving Preparation
Driving
• Store or secure all items on board properly.
u Carrying too much cargo, or improperly storing it, can affect your vehicle’s
handling, stability, sto pping distance, and tires, and make it unsafe.
2Maximum Load Limit P. 309
•Do not pile items higher than the seat height.
u They can block your view and may be thrown forward in the event of sudden
braking.
• Do not place anything in the front seat footwells. Make sure to secure the floor
mat
*.
u An object or unsecured floor mat can in terfere with your brake and accelerator
pedal operation while driving.
• If you have any animals on board, do not let them move around in the vehicle.
u They may interfere with driving and a crash could occur.
• Securely close and lock al l doors and the tailgate.
2Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside P. 101
•Adjust your seating position properly.
u Adjust the head restraint, too.
2Adjusting the Seats P. 135
2 Adjusting the Head Restraints P. 142
•Adjust the mirrors and steering wh eel properly for your driving.
u Adjust them while sitting in the proper driving position.
2 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 133
2 Adjusting the Steering Wheel P. 132
■Interior Checks1Interior Checks
The headlight aim is set by the factory, and does not
need to be adjusted. Howeve r, if you regularly carry
heavy items in the cargo area, have the aiming
readjusted at a dealer or by a qualified technician.
* Not available on all models
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413
Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 414
If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 415
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 421
If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak ....... 422
Emergency Engine Stop ................... 423
Jump Starting .................................... 424
Shift Lever Does Not Move .............. 426
Overheating How to Handle Overheating ............. 427 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressu
re Indicator Comes
On................................................ 429
If the Charging System Indicator Comes
On ................................................. 429
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ..................................... 430
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On...................................................... 431
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator Comes On ....................... 431 If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator
Comes On or Blinks ....................... 432
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 433
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 437
Emergency Towing ........................... 438
When You Cannot Open the Tailgate..... 439
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Handling the Unexpected
When You Cannot Open the Tailgate
If you cannot open the tailgate, use the following procedure.1.Wrap a cloth around the flat-tip
screwdriver. Put it into the lid as shown in
the image, and open the lid.
2. To open the tailgate, push the tailgate
while sliding the lever to the right.
■What to Do When Unable to Open the Tailgate1When You Cannot Open the Tailgate
After taking these steps, contact a dealer to have
your 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.
Lid
Lever
Models with smart entry system
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uuWhen You Cannot Open the Tailgate u
Handling the Unexpected
2.Slide the lever to unlock the tailgate.
3. Open the tailgate.
Lever
Models without smart entry system
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Index
Fog Lights ................................................ 385
Headlights ............................................... 383
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 388
Rear License Plate Light............................ 389
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator Lights.................................................... 386
Bulb Specifications .................................... 442
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ................................ 66
Cargo Area Cover ..................................... 155
Cargo Floor Box ........................................ 151
Carrying Cargo .................................. 307, 309
CD Player ................................................... 182
Certification Label .................................... 444
Changing Bulbs ......................................... 383
Charging System Indicator ................. 71, 429
Child Safety ................................................. 54
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 104
Child Seat .................................................... 54
Booster Seats ............................................. 65
Child Seat for Infants ................................. 56
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 57
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt ......................... 61
Larger Children .......................................... 64
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 56
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 58
Childproof Door Locks .............................. 104
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 410 Cleaning the Interior
................................ 408
Climate Control System ............................ 160
Clock ............................................................ 90
Coat Hook ................................................. 153
Compact Spare Tire .......................... 415, 443
Console Compartment ............................. 149
Continuously Variable Transmission ....... 322
7-Speed Manual Shift Mode .................... 327
Creeping ................................................. 322
Fluid ........................................................ 380
Kickdown ................................................ 322
Operating the Shift Lever........... 20, 324, 326
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 426
Shifting ........................................... 323, 325
Controls ....................................................... 89
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 378
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 379
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 378
High Temperature Indicator ....................... 74
Low Temperature Indicator........................ 74
Overheating ............................................ 427
Creeping (Continuously Variable
Transmission) .......................................... 322
Cruise Control ........................................... 333
Indicator.................................................... 81
Cup Holders .............................................. 150
Customer Service Information ................. 452
Customized Features ................................ 229
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 127
Dead Battery ............................................ 424
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ........................................ 159
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 445
Dimming Headlights .............................................. 123
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 133
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................ 374
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 123
Display Setup .................................... 179, 201
Door Mirrors ............................................. 133
Doors .......................................................... 92
Auto Door Locking.................................. 105
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 105
Door and Tailgate Open Indicator ....... 31, 75
Keys.......................................................... 92
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside..................................... 101
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside.................................... 95
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 100
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 397
Driving ...................................................... 305
Braking ................................................... 351
Continuously Variable Transmission ........ 322
Cruise Control ........................................ 333
Shifting Gear .......................... 323, 325, 329
Starting the Engine ......................... 315, 317
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 407
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Index
Phone Setup .................................... 257, 284
Hazard Warning Button ............................... 4
Head Restraints ......................................... 142
Headlights ................................................. 123
Aiming .................................................... 383
Dimming ......................................... 123, 127
Operating ................................................ 123
Heated Door Mirrors ................................ 131
Heating and Cooling System .................... 157
Cooling ................................................... 159
Defrosting the Windshield
and Windows ....................................... 159
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 407
Heating ................................................... 158
HFL (HandsFreeLink ®)............................... 251
High-Beam Indicator .................................. 77
Hill Start Assist System ...................... 316, 320
I
Identification Numbers ............................ 444
Engine and Transmission.......................... 444
Vehicle Identification ............................... 444
Ignition Switch .......................................... 118
Illumination Control ................................. 130
Knob ....................................................... 130
Immobilizer System .................................. 112
Indicator .................................................... 80
Indicators ..................................................... 70
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ..................... 73
Brake System ............................................. 70 Charging System ............................... 71, 429
CRUISE CONTROL ............................. 81, 334
CRUISE MAIN .................................... 81, 333
Door and Tailgate Open ...................... 31, 75
ECON Mode ...................................... 80, 332
EPS (Electric Power Steering)
System ........................................... 75, 431
Fog Light ................................................... 77
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) .............. 78
High Temperature ..................................... 74
High-Beam ................................................ 77
Immobilizer System ................................... 80
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) ................. 79
Lights On .................................................. 77
Low Fuel ................................................... 73
Low Oil Pressure ................................ 71, 429
Low Temperature ...................................... 74
Low Tire Pressure .................................... 347
Maintenance Minder
TM...................... 81, 367
Malfunction Indicator Lamp............... 71, 430
Parking Brake and Brake System ........ 70, 431
Seat Belt Reminder .............................. 33, 72
Security System Alarm ............................... 81
Shift Lever Position .................................... 72
Smart Entry System ................................... 76
Starter System ........................................... 77
Supplemental Restraint System ............ 51, 73
TPMS ........................................................ 76
Transmission ............................................. 72
Turn Signal ................................................ 77 VSA
® (Vehicle Stability Assist)
System ........................................... 74, 343
VSA ® OFF .......................................... 74, 344
Washer Level ............................................ 81
Information .............................................. 441
Information Display ................................... 86
Instrument Panel ........................................ 69
Brightness Control .................................. 130
Interior Lights ........................................... 147
Interior Rearview Mirror ......................... 133
Internet Radio .................................. 211, 212
J
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ................ 414, 418
Jump Starting ........................................... 424
K
Keyless Lockout Prevention ..................... 100
Keys ............................................................. 92
Lockout Prevention ................................. 100
Rear Door Won’t Open ........................... 104
Remote Transmitter .................................. 97
Types and Functions.................................. 92
Won’t Turn ............................................... 24
Kickdown (Continuously Variable Transmission) .......................................... 322
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