2017 HONDA FIT climate control

Honda Automobile Customer Service
Your authorized Honda dealer should be able to answer any questions you h\
ave
about your vehicle. However, if you are dissatisfied with the information you receive,
you can call Honda Automobile Customer Service (see page 133).
Honda Roadside Assistance
24-hour emergency road service is available to you in the United States \
and Canada
throughout your 3-year/36,000-mile warranty term. Services include jump starting,
flat tire and lockout assistance, towing, and more (limitations apply\
). This Owner’s Guide is intended to help you quickly get acquainted with your
2017 Honda Fit. It provides basic information and instructions on technology and
convenience features, as well as emergency procedures and how to get ass\
istance.
This guide is for vehicles sold in the United States and Canada. It cove\
rs all Fit
models, so you may find descriptions of features and equipment that ar\
e not in your
vehicle. Images throughout this guide are from U.S. vehicles and represe\
nt features
and equipment that are available on some, but not all, models.
This guide is not intended to be a substitute for the Owner’s Manual. The Owner
Information CD enclosed in your glove box kit includes the Owner’s Manual,
Navigation Manual, and vehicle and tire warranties in electronic format.\
This
information can be viewed on a computer (PC
or Mac platform) and saved or printed
for your reference. You can also visit
owners.honda.com (U.S.) or myhonda.ca
(Canada) to view the complete and most current information.
If you are the first registered owner of your vehicle, you may request\
a complimentary
printed copy of the Owner’s Manual, Navigation Manual, or Vehicle Warranty within
the first six months of vehicle purchase. To request a copy, visit owners.honda.com
(U.S.) and create or log in to your account. In Canada, please request\
a copy from
your Honda dealer.
American Honda Motor Company strives to be proactive in protecting our
environment and natural resources. By using electronic delivery for a co\
nsiderable
portion of the information typically found in a vehicle owner’s manual, we are further
reducing our impact on the environment.
INTRODUCTION TABLE OF CONTENTS
Call (800) 999-1009 (U.S.) or (888) 946-6329 (Canada)
Call (866) 864-5211 (U.S.) or (800) 465-7587 (Canada)
*if equipped
VISUAL INDEX
..............................................................
1
Steering Wheel and Nearby Controls ................... 1
Dashboard and Other Controls ............................... 2
SAFETY INFORMATION
.............................................. 3
Important Safety Information .................................. 3
Seat Belts ................................................................... 5
Airbags ........................................................................\
9
Child Safety .............................................................. 15
Safety Label Locations ........................................... 22
Reporting Safety Defects....................................... 23
INSTRUMENT PANEL
................................................ 24
Malfunction Indicators .......................................... 24
Condition Indicators ............................................... 26
On/Off Indicators ..................................................... 27
Information Display ................................................ 28
VEHICLE CONTROLS
.................................................. 29
Using the Key or Remote Transmitter .................. 29
Smart Entry System* ............................................... 30
Door Operation ........................................................ 31
Tailgate Operation .................................................. 32
Power Window Operation .................................... 33
Power Moonroof Operation* ............................... 34
Interior and Exterior Lights ................................... 35
One-Touch T

urn Signal
..........................................
36
Wiper Operation ...................................................... 37
Adjusting the Seats ................................................ 38
Rear Seats ............................................................... 41
Adjusting the Mirrors ............................................. 42
Adjusting the Steering Wheel .............................. 43
Heating and Cooling System* ..............................

43
Climate Control System*
...................................... 44
Seat Heaters* .......................................................... 44
Setting the Clock ..................................................... 45
Customized Features .............................................. 46AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY
....................................
47
Basic Audio Operation ........................................... 47
Models with color audio system ......................... 50
Color Audio System* ........................................... 50
FM/AM Radio ........................................................ 51
Compact Disc (CD) ............................................... 52
iPod® ...................................................................... 53
USB Flash Drive .................................................... 54
Bluetooth® Audio ................................................. 55
Models with touchscreen ..................................... 56
Touchscreen Operation* ..................................... 56
HondaLink™ ......................................................... 57
FM/AM Radio ....................................................... 58
SiriusXM® Radio* ................................................ 59
Compact Disc (CD) .............................................. 60
iPod® ...................................................................... 61
USB Flash Drive .................................................... 62
Bluetooth® Audio ................................................. 63
Pandora® ............................................................... 64
HDMI Video ........................................................... 65
BLUETOOTH
® HANDSFREELINK® (HFL) ................. 66
Models with color audio system ......................... 66
Basic HFL Operation ............................................... 66
Pairing a Phone ....................................................... 67
Making a Call .......................................................... 68
Models with touchscreen ..................................... 69
Basic HFL Operation ............................................... 69
Pairing a Phone ....................................................... 71
Making a Call .......................................................... 72
HondaLink™ Assist ................................................ 73
SMS Text Messaging and E-Mail* ...................... 74
Siri® Eyes Free ......................................................... 75
NAVIGATION*
............................................................. 76
Basic Navigation Operation ................................. 76
Entering a Destination ........................................... 79
Routing ...................................................................... 81

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S
AFETYSAFETY
Carbon Monoxide Gas
The engine exhaust from this vehicle contains carbon monoxide, a colorle\
ss,
odorless, and highly toxic gas. As long as you properly maintain your ve\
hicle and
follow the instructions set forth below, you will not accumulate dangerous levels
of carbon monoxide gas in the vehicle interior.
Have the exhaust system inspected for leaks whenever:
•
The exhaust system is making an unusual noise.
•
The exhaust system may have been damaged.
•
The vehicle is raised for an oil change.
When you operate a vehicle with the tailgate open, airflow can pull ex\
haust gas
into the interior and create a hazardous condition. If you must drive wi\
th the
tailgate open, open all the windows and set the climate control system a\
s shown below.
1.
Select the fresh air mode.
2.
Select the mode.
3.
Set the fan speed to high.
4.
Set the temperature control to a comfortable setting.
Adjust the climate control system in the same manner if you sit in your \
parked
vehicle with the engine running.
Carbon monoxide gas is toxic. Breathing it can cause unconsciousness and\

even kill you.
Avoid any enclosed areas or activities that expose you to carbon monoxide\
.
WARNING
An enclosed area such as a garage can quickly fill up with carbon mono\
xide gas.
Do not run the engine with the garage door closed. Even when the garage \
door is
open, drive out of the garage immediately after starting the engine.
Seat Belts
A seat belt is your best protection in all types of collisions. Airbags \
are designed to
supplement seat belts, not replace them. So even though your vehicle is \
equipped
with airbags, make sure you and your passengers always wear your seat belts and
wear them properly.
Lap/Shoulder Seat BeltsAll five seating positions are equipped with lap/shoulder seat belts w\
ith
emergency locking retractors. In normal driving, the retractor lets you \
move
freely while keeping some tension on the belt. During a collision or sud\
den stop,
the retractor locks to restrain your body. The rear seat belts also have a lockable
retractor for use with child seats.
The front seats are equipped with automatic seat belt tensioners to enha\
nce
safety. The tensioners automatically tighten the front seat belts during a mod\
erate
to severe frontal collision, sometimes even if the collision is not seve\
re enough to
inflate the front airbags.
Proper Use of Seat BeltsFollow these guidelines for proper use:
•
All occupants should sit upright, well back in the seat, and remain in t\
hat
position for the duration of the trip. Slouching and leaning reduces the\

effectiveness of the belt and can increase the chance of serious injury \
in a
crash.
•
Never place the shoulder part of a lap/shoulder seat belt under your arm\
or
behind your back. This could cause very serious injuries in a crash.
•
Two people should never use the same seat belt. If they do, they could be\
very
seriously injured in a crash.
•
Do not put any accessories on the seat belts. Devices intended to improv\
e
comfort or reposition the shoulder part of a seat belt can reduce the pr\
otective
capability and increase the chance of serious injury in a crash.
•
No one should sit in a seat with an inoperative seat belt or one that do\
es not
appear to be working correctly. Using a seat belt that is not working properly
may not protect the occupant in a crash. Have a dealer check the belt as\
soon
as possible.
Not wearing a seat belt properly increases the chance of a serious injur\
y or
death in a crash, even though your vehicle has airbags.
Be sure you and your passengers always wear seat belts and wear them
properly

.
WARNING

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V
EHICLE CONTROLSVEHICLE CONTROLS
Climate Control System*
The automatic climate control system can maintain your preferred interio\
r
temperature by selecting the proper mix of heated or cooled air and fan \
speed.
Touch the icons on the dashboard to control the system.
*if equipped
AUTO: Select to
maintain a set
temperature. Use
the temperature
control to set
the preferred
temperature.
ON/OFFA/C
Recirculation
mode Rear
defogger/
heated door
mirrors
Windshield
defroster Fan control
Mode control:
Change airflow
location.Temperature
control
Fresh air
mode
Seat Heaters*
Quickly warm the front seats when the vehicle is on.
Press the switch next to the parking brake to select
the HI or LO setting. The indicator for the selected
setting appears on the switch.
In the HI setting, the seat heater cycles on and off.
In the LO setting, the seat heater runs continuously
and does not automatically turn off.
Heat-induced burns are possible when using seat heaters.
Persons with a diminished ability to sense temperature (e.g., persons w\
ith
diabetes, lower-limb nerve damage, or paralysis) or with sensitive skin should
not use the seat heaters.
WARNING
Setting the Clock
Adjust the time using the steps described for your system type.
Using the Color Audio System*
Use this method for vehicles with color audio system. Use the selector k\
nob to
make and enter selections.
1.
Press and hold the MENU/CLOCK button.
2.
Select the hour and adjust as necessary.
3.
Select the minutes and adjust as necessary.
4.
Select Set when complete.
5.
Press the Back button to exit the menu.
Using the Settings Menu* Use this method for vehicles with touchscreen. Touch items to make selections.
1.
From the HOME screen, select Settings.
2.
Select Clock/Info.
3.
Select Clock Adjustment.
4.
Adjust the hour and minute values.
5.
Select OK when complete.
On vehicles with navigation, the time is automatically set using GPS sig\
nals.
*if equipped
VO LHOME
MENU
BA CK

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DRIVING
DRIVING
Load limits example
Example 1
Max load
850 lbs
(385 kg) Pass
enger weight
150 lbs x 2 = 300 lbs (68 kg x 2 = 136 kg) Cargo weight

550 lbs
(249 kg)
Example 2
Max load
850 lbs
(385 kg) Pa
ssenger w eight
150 lbs x 5 = 750 lbs (68 kg x 5 = 340 kg) Cargo weight

100 lbs
(45 kg)
The headlight aim on your vehicle was set by the factory, and does not need to be
adjusted. However, if you regularly carry heavy items in the cargo area, have the
aiming readjusted at your dealer or by a qualified technician.
Your vehicle is not designed to tow a trailer. Attempting to do so can void your
warranties. Overloading or improper loading can affect handling and stability and ca\
use a
crash in which you can be hurt or killed.
Follow all load limits and other loading guidelines in this guide.
WARNING
Starting the Ignition*
Insert the key into the ignition and turn to turn on the vehicle or star\
t the engine.
0 LOCK: Insert and remove the key in this position.
I ACCESSORY: Operate the audio system and other
accessories in this position.
II ON: This is the position when driving.
III START: This position is for starting the engine.
The switch returns to ON when you release the key.
Starting to Drive
Turn on the vehicle and start the engine to begin driving.
Before Starting the Engine
Continuously variable transmission (CVT)
Check that the shift lever is in Park (P), then press
the brake pedal. Keep your foot firmly on the brake
pedal when starting the engine.
Manual transmission
Check that the shift lever is in Neutral (N). Press
the brake pedal with your right foot, and press the
clutch pedal all the way down with your left foot.
Keep your foot firmly on the brake pedal when
starting the engine.
Brake pedal
The engine is harder to start in cold weather and in thinner air found a\
t altitudes
above 8,000 feet (2,400 m). When starting the engine in cold weather, turn off
all electrical accessories such as the lights, climate control system, a\
nd rear
defogger in order to reduce battery drain.
*if equipped
Brake pedal
Clutch pedal
Towing Behind a Motorhome
Models with continuously variable transmission
Your vehicle is not designed to be towed behind a motorhome. If your vehi\
cle needs to
be towed in an emergency, refer to the emergency towing information. See page 101.
Models with manual transmissionYour vehicle can be towed behind a motorhome. Perform the following proce\
dure
before towing your vehicle:
1.
Shift to Neutral.
2.
Release the parking brake.
3.
Turn the ignition switch (or power mode) to ACCESSORY. Make sure the
steering wheel does not lock.
4.
Turn off all electrical devices. Do not use any accessory power sockets. This
can prevent the battery from running down.

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MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE
Tire Labeling
The tires that came on your vehicle have a number of markings. Those you\

should be aware of are described below.
Here is an example of what each marking means:
P185/55R16 83V
•
P: vehicle type (passenger)
•
185: tire width in millimeters
•
55: aspect ratio (tire section height as
a percentage of its width)
•
R: tire construction code (radial)
•
16: rim diameter in inches
•
83: load index (code indicating
maximum load tire can carry)
•
H: speed symbol (code indicating
maximum speed rating)
Tire Identification Number (TIN)
The tire identification number
(TIN) is a group of numbers
and letters that look like the
example shown. TIN is located
on the sidewall of the tire.
Glossary of Tire TerminologyCold Tire Pressure – The tire air pressure when the vehicle has been
parked for at least three hours or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km).
Load Rating – The maximum load that a tire is rated to carry for a gi\
ven
inflation pressure.
Maximum Inflation Pressure – The maximum tire air pressure that the\
tire
can hold.
Maximum Load Rating – The load rating for a tire at the maximum
permissible inflation pressure for that tire.
Recommended Inflation Pressure – The cold tire inflation pressure\

recommended by the manufacturer.
Treadwear Indicators (TWI) – The projections within the principal gr\
ooves
designed to give a visual indication of the degrees of wear of the tread\
.
Tire size
Tire
identication
number (TIN)
Maximum
tire load
Maximum
tire pressure
Tire size
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Year
Week
DOT Tire Quality Grading
The tires on your vehicle meet all U.S. Federal Safety Requirements. All\
tires are
also graded for treadwear, traction, and temperature performance according
to Department of Transportation (DOT) standards. The following explains these
gradings.
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall betwee\
n tread
shoulder and maximum section width.
For example:
Treadwear 200
Traction AA
Temperature A
All passenger car tires must conform to Federal Safety Requirements in
addition to these grades.
TreadwearThe treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of th\
e tire
when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test\
course.
For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half (1 1/2) tim\
es as well
on the government course as a tire graded 100. The relative performance \
of
tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use, however, and may depart
significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, servi\
ce practices,
and differences in road characteristics and climate.
TractionThe traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, and C. Those \
grades
represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled
conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concre\
te. A tire
marked C may have poor traction performance.
WARNING: The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead
braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hy\
droplaning,
or peak traction characteristics.

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VOICE COMMAND INDEX
VOICE COMMAND INDEX
Navigation Commands (continued)
Find Place Commands
•
Find nearest (specify place):
− Fuel and auto
− Honda dealers
− Gas station
− Auto parts & electronics
− Auto repair & maintenance
− Car wash & detailing
− Motorcycle dealers
− Other car dealerships
− Roadside assistance
− AT M
− Bank
− Check cashing
− Currency exchange
− Community
− Business
− City hall
− Civic center
− Convention center
− Court house
− Higher education
− Library
− Post office
− School
− Emergency room
− Hospital
− Police station
− Veterinarian
− Lodging
− Bed & breakfast
− Hotel
− Resort
− Recreation
− Amusement park
− Golf course
− Historical monument
− Marina
− Movie theater
− Museum
− Park
− Performing arts
− Sports complex
− Tourist attraction
− Restaurant
− American restaurant
− Californian restaurant
− Chinese restaurant
− Coffee shop
− Continental restaurant
− Fast food
− French restaurant
− German restaurant
− Greek restaurant
− Indian restaurant
− Italian restaurant
− Japanese restaurant
− Korean restaurant
− Mexican restaurant
− Pizza
− Seafood restaurant
− Thai restaurant
− Vegetarian restaurant
− Vietnamese restaurant
− Other restaurant
− Shopping
− Shopping area
− Accessory store
− Book store
− Clothing store
− Grocery store
− Home improvement store
− Mall
− Office supply store
− Pharmacy
− Pet food store
− Sewing store
− Shoe store
− Sporting goods store
− Toy store Route Commands
The system accepts these commands when a route is set.
•
How long to the destination?
•
How far to the destination?
•
Display destination map
•
Display entire route
− Travel center
− Airport
− Automobile club
− Bus station
− Camping
− Commuter rail station
− Ferry terminal
− Named place
− Park & ride
− Parking garage
− Parking lot
− Rental car agency
− Rest area
− Ski area
− Tourist information
− Train station
− Travel agency
− Truck stop
Climate Control Commands**
The system accepts these commands on most screens. Available on Canadian
models only.
•
Climate control automatic
(maintains selected temperature)
•
Climate control on*
•
Climate control off*
•
Air conditioner on*
•
Air conditioner off*
•
Rear defrost on*
•
Rear defrost off*
•
Climate control fresh air
•
Climate control recirculate
•
Climate control vent
•
Climate control bi-level (vent and
floor •
Climate control floor
•
Climate control floor and defrost
•
Fan speed up
•
Fan speed down
•
Fan speed # (#: 1 to 7)
•
Temperature # degrees
(#: 57 to 87°F / 15 to 29°C)
•
Temperature up
•
Temperature down
•
Driver temperature up
•
Driver temperature down
•
Temperature max heat
•
Temperature max cool
*These commands toggle the function on and off, so the command may not match your intended action. **if equipped
• Cancel route
•
Repeat guidance
•
Route menu

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INDEX
VOICE COMMAND INDEX
Phone Commands
The system accepts these commands on most screens.
Info CommandsThe system accepts these commands on most screens.
•
Trip computer
•
Display traffic list*
•
Display traffic on my route* •
Display clock
•
Display wallpaper
On-screen Commands
The system accepts these commands on any screen where applicable. All
available commands are highlighted in yellow when you press the Talk button.
•
Next (or previous)
•
Up (or down)
•
Right (or left)
•
Return
•
OK (excluding Startup Confirmation screen)
•
Delete
*if equipped
• Dial/call by number
•
Dial/call by name
•
Call (phone number or name)
INDEX
ABS........................................................................\
...... 25
Accessory Power Socket ........................................ 47
Airbags........................................................................\
.. 9 About Your Airbags
................................................ 11
Advanced Airbags .................................................... 9
Airbag Care ............................................................. 14
Airbag System Components ................................. 13
Airbag System Indicators ..................................... 11
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................................. 9
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator ........................... 12
Side Airbags ............................................................ 10
Side Curtain Airbags .............................................. 10
SRS Indicator .......................................................... 11
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ......................... 25,

91
Audio Commands
.................................................... 138
Audio Operation ........................................................ 47
Accessory Power Socket ..................................... 47
Auxiliary Input Jack ............................................... 48
Bluetooth Audio ................................................ 55,

63
Color Audio System
................................................ 50
Compact Disc (CD) ........................................... 52, 60
FM/AM Radio .................................................... 51,

58
HDMI Port
................................................................ 47
HDMI Video ............................................................. 65
HondaLink ................................................................ 57
iPod ..................................................................... 53,

61
Pandora
.................................................................... 64
SiriusXM Radio ....................................................... 59
Sound ....................................................................... 49
Steering Wheel Controls ....................................... 48
Touchscreen Operation ......................................... 56
USB Flash Drive ................................................ 54,

62
USB Port
.................................................................. 47
AUX Commands.......................................................

139
Auxiliary Input Jack
.................................................. 48
Battery ...................................................................... 120
Bluetooth Audio...................................................

55, 63
Bluetooth Audio Commands.................................. 139
Bluetooth Handsfreelink (HFL)
................................ 66
E-Mail ....................................................................... 74
HFL Controls ...................................................... 66,

69
HondaLink Assist
.................................................... 73
Making a Call .................................................... 68,

72
Pairing a Phone
................................................ 67,

71
Phonebook
......................................................... 68,

72
Siri Eyes Free
.......................................................... 75
SMS Text Messaging ............................................. 74
Speed Dial ......................................................... 68,

73
Talk Button Tips
...................................................... 70Brake Assist System.................................................

91
Brake Fluid ............................................................... 119
Brake system ....................................................... 24,

25
Braking........................................................................\
90 Brightness Control
.................................................... 35
Calibration ................................................................ 102
Carbon Monoxide Gas................................................

4
Changing a Flat Tire
................................................ 104
Changing Settings ..................................................... 46
Changing Wiper Blades ......................................... 121
Charging system........................................................ 24 Child Safety
................................................................ 15
Childproof Door Locks ........................................... 31
Installing a LATCH-Compatible Child Seat ......... 18
Child Seat ................................................................... 17
Adding Security with a Tether .............................. 20
Installing a LATCH-Compatible Child Seat ......... 18
Selecting a Child Seat ........................................... 17
Climate Control Commands ................................... 137
Climate Control System ............................................ 44
Clock........................................................................\
.... 45
Color Audio System
.................................................. 50
Compact Disc (CD) .............................................. 52,

60
Compact Disc (CD) Commands
............................. 138
Contact Us ................................................................ 133
Continuously Variable T

ransmission (CVT)
...........88
Coolant ...................................................................... 118
Cruise Control ............................................................ 93
CRUISE MAIN ............................................................ 27
CUSTOMER Information.........................................

132
Customized Features
................................................ 46
CVT ........................................................................\
...... 88
Dashboard and Other Controls ................................. 2
Destination ................................................................. 79
Detour ........................................................................\
. 82
Dialing a Number ................................................ 68,

72
Door Mirrors
.............................................................. 42
Door Operation .......................................................... 31
Doors ........................................................................\
... 30
Door/tailgate open .................................................... 26
DOT Tire Quality Grading ....................................... 127