2017 HONDA FIT weight

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HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED
HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED
Overheating
If the high temperature indicator comes on, the engine suddenly loses po\
wer, 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 hig\
h
temperature indicator goes off. If the cooling fan is not operating, imm\
ediately
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 t\
he
reserve tank, make sure the radiator is cool, then cover the radiator ca\
p

with a
heavy cloth and open the cap. If necessary, add coolant up to the base of the
filler neck, and put the cap back on.
Once the engine has cooled sufficiently, 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 radiato\
r cap.
WARNING
Continuing to drive with the temperature gauge needle at the H mark may \
damage
the engine.
NOTICE
Reserve tank MAX
MIN
Emergency Engine Stop*
The ENGINE START/STOP button may be used to stop the engine due to an
emergency situation even while driving. Do not press the button while driving unless
it is absolutely necessary for the engine to be switched off. If you mus\
t 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 remain unlocked. However, turning off the engine disables
the power assist to the steering and braking systems, so the vehicle wil\
l

require
significantly more effort and time to steer and slow. Downshift gears and use both
feet on the brake pedal, if necessary, to slow the vehicle and stop immediately in a
safe place.
For CVT models, the power mode changes to ACCESSORY. Manual transmission
models change to OFF.
Canadian CVT models
Then press the ENGINE START/STOP button two times without pressing the brake
pedal.
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 tru\
ck. 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 dama\
ge. 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

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MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE
Tire and Loading Information Label
The label attached to the driver’s doorjamb provides necessary tire and
loading information. Using tires that are excessively worn or improperly inflated can cause\

a crash in which you can be seriously hurt or killed.
Follow all instructions in this owner’s manual regarding tire inflation
and maintenance
.
WARNING
Original
tire sizes
Number of
people your
vehicle can
carry Proper cold
tire pressure
Total weight
your vehicle
can carry
(do not exceed)
Tire and Wheel Replacement
Replace your tires with radials of the same size, load range, speed rati\
ng, and
maximum cold tire pressure rating (as shown on the tire’s sidewall). Using tires
of a different size or construction can cause certain vehicle systems to\
work
incorrectly. It is best to replace all four tires at the same time. If that isn’\
t possible,
replace the front or rear tires in pairs.
If you change or replace a wheel, make sure that the wheel’s specifications match
those of the original wheels.
Installing improper tires on your vehicle can affect handling and stabil\
ity.
This can cause a crash in which you can be seriously hurt or killed.
Always use the size and type of tires recommended in the Owner’s Manual.
WARNING
Tire Service LifeThe life of your tires is dependent on many factors, including driving h\
abits, road
conditions, vehicle loading, inflation pressure, maintenance history, speed, and
environmental conditions (even when the tires are not in use).
In addition to regular inspections and inflation pressure maintenance,\
it is
recommended that you have annual inspections performed once the tires re\
ach
five years old. All tires, including the spare, should be removed from\
service after
10 years from the date of manufacture, regardless of their condition or \
state of
wear.
Winter TiresIf driving on snowy or frozen roads, mount all season tires marked “M\
+S”, snow
tires, or tire chains; reduce speed; and maintain sufficient distance \
between
vehicles when driving. For winter tires, select the size and load ranges\
that are the
same as the original tires, and mount them to all four wheels.
Tire ChainsInstall tire chains on the front tires only. Because your vehicle has limited tire
clearance, we strongly recommend using the following chains:
Cable type: SCC Radial Chain SC1026.
Mount chains as tightly as you can, and make sure that they do not touch\
the
brake lines or suspension.
Traction devices that are the wrong size or improperly installed can dama\
ge your
vehicle’s brake lines, suspension, body, and wheels. Stop driving if they are hitting
any part of the vehicle.
NOTICE
Using the wrong chains, or not properly installing chains, can damage th\
e
brake lines and cause a crash in which you can be seriously injured or k\
illed.
Follow all instructions in this guide regarding the selection and use of\
tire
chains.
WARNING

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SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIFICATIONS
Vehicle
Air Conditioning:
Refrigerant Type HFC-134a (R-134a )
Charge Quantity 13.2 – 15.0 oz (375 – 425 g)
Lubricant Type ND-OIL8
Quantity 3.3 – 4.0 cu-in (55 – 67 cm³)
ModelFitNo. of Passengers:
Front2
Rear 3
5
Tota lWeights :
Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating*1U.S. :3 ,374 lbs (1,530 kg )*43,431 lbs (1,556 kg )*63,498 lbs (1,586 kg)*8Canada:1,519 kg*31,535 k g*41,546 kg*51,559 kg*6Gross Vehicle Weight Rating*2U.S.:3 ,416 lbs (1,549 kg )*43,482 lbs (1,579 kg )*63,498 lbs (1,586 kg)*7
Canada:1,554 kg*41,565 k g*51,583 kg*61,590 kg*7Gross Axle Weight Rating (Front)*1
Canada:794 k g*3
U.S. :1 ,781 lbs (808 kg )*41,783 lbs (809 kg )*61,867 lbs (847 kg)*8
810 kg*4814 kg*5811 kg*6Gross Axle Weight Rating (Rear)*1
Canada:731 k g*3
U.S. :1 ,618 lbs (734 kg )*41,662 lbs (754 kg )*61,651 lbs (749 kg)*8
737 kg*4742 kg*5754 kg*6
*
*1:
Manual transmission models
* 2:
Continuously variable transmission models
* 3:
DX
* 4:
LX *
5: SE *6:
EX
* 7:
EX-L
8: EX-LNA
Rating (Front)*2U.S.:
Gross Axle Weight 1,825 lbs (828 kg)*41,858 lbs (843 kg)*61,867 lbs (847 kg)*7
Canada:830 kg*4834 kg*5845 kg*6846 kg*7
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Rear )*2U.S.:1,607 lbs (729 kg)*41,655 lbs (751 kg)*61,651 lbs (749 kg)*7
Canada:734 kg*4738 kg*5754 kg*6755 kg*7
3,500 lbs (1,587 kg )*8
1,869 lbs (848 kg)*8
1,657 lbs (752 kg)*8
Engine and Fuel
Engine Specications
FuelDisplacement91.4 cu-in (1,498 cm3)
Spark Plug sNGKD
ILZKAR7C11S
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, Canadian SE
Regular
Size185/60R15 84 T*1185/55R16 83H*2
Pressure
psi (kPa[kgf/cm2])
Front33 (230 [2.3])
Rear33 (230 [2.3])*132 (220 [2.2])*2
Compact
Spar e Size
T135/80D15 99M
Pressure
psi (kPa[kgf/cm2]) 60 (420 [4.2])
Wheel SizeRegular15 x 6J*116 x 6J*2Co
mpact Spar e15 x 4T
SPECIFICATIONS
*if equipped
Light Bulbs
60/55W (H4LL/HB2LL*)Fog Lights*35W (H8 LL)Side Marker Lights3CP
Front Turn Signal/Parking Lights
Brake/Tail/Side Marker LightsLE D
Back-Up Lights
Rear Turn Signal Lights21W
High-M ount Brake Light
Side Turn Signal LightsLED
Rear License Plate Light s
Cargo Area Light5W
In teri or Lights
Map Lights8WCeiling Ligh t
Headlights/DRLs (high/low beams )
28/8W (Amber)
21W
LED
5W
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