2020 HONDA FIT towing

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uuTowing a Trailer uTowing Your Vehicle
Driving
■Extended Towing
If you tow more than eight hours in one day, you should repeat the “When Your
Vehicle is Towed Behind a Motorhome” procedure from the previous page at least
every eight hours.
You also need to perform the following procedure to prevent the battery from
running down.
1.Remove the 20 A Front ACC Socket and
7.5 A ACC fuses. These fuses are located in
the interior fuse box.
2 Interior Fuse Boxes P. 568
2.Remove the 15 A Back Up Main fuse. This
fuse is located in the engine compartment
fuse box.
2 Engine Compartment Fuse Box P. 5663.Store the fuses in a safe place so you do not
lose them.
u Make sure to reinstall the fuses before
you start driving your vehicle.
4. Shift to
(N.
5. Turn the ignition switch to ACCESSORY
(q.
u Make sure the steering wheel does not
lock.
1Towing Your Vehicle
Make sure to reinstall the fuses before you start
driving your vehicle.
Engine Compartment Fuse Box
15 A Back Up Fuse
Interior Fuse Box
20 A Accessory
Power Socket Fuse
7.5 A ACC fuseModels without smart entry system
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uuTowing a Trailer uTowing Your Vehicle
Driving
1. Remove the 20 A Front ACC Socket and 7.5
A ACC fuses. These fuses are located in the
interior fuse box.
2 Interior Fuse Boxes P. 568
2.Remove the 15 A Back Up Main fuse. This
fuse is located in th e engine compartment
fuse box.
2 Engine Compartment Fuse Box P. 5663.Store the fuses in a safe place so you do not
lose them.
u Make sure to reinstall the fuses before
you start driving your vehicle.
4. Push the ENGINE START/STOP button
without depressing the clutch pedal.
u The indicator on the ENGINE START/
STOP button blinks.
5. Touch the center of the ENGINE START/
STOP button with the H logo on the smart
entry remote while the indicator is blinking.
u The indicator stop blinking, then stays
on.
6. Shift to
(N.
7. Push the ENGINE START/STOP button
once without depressing the clutch pedal.
u Make sure the steering wheel does not
lock.
Engine Compartment Fuse Box
15 A Back Up Fuse
Interior Fuse Box
20 A Accessory
Power Socket Fuse
7.5 A ACC fuseModels with smart entry system
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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 546
If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 547
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 554
If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak.............................................................555
Emergency Engine Stop ................... 556
Jump Starting .................................... 557
Models with smart entry system
Models with smart entry system
Shift Lever Does Not Move .............. 559
Overheating How to Handle Overheating............. 560
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On............................................................. 562
If the Charging System Indicator Comes On ................................................. 562
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ..................................... 563
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On...................................................... 564 If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator Comes On ........................... 564
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks ....................... 565
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 566
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 570
Emergency Towing ........................... 571
When You Cannot Open the Tailgate..... 572
U.S. models
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Handling the Unexpected
Tools
Types of Tools
1Types of Tools
The tools are stored in the cargo area.
Wheel Nut Wrench/
Jack Handle
Jack Handle Bar Detachable Towing Hook
Tool Case Jack
Jack
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Handling the Unexpected
If a Tire Goes Flat
Changing a Flat Tire
If a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly, and brake gradually
to reduce speed. Then, stop in a safe plac e. Replace the flat tire with a compact
spare tire. Go to a dealer as soon as possib le to have the full-size tire repaired or
replaced.
1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level, non-slippery surface and apply the parking brake.
2. Put the transmission into
(P.
2. Put the transmission into
(R.
3. Turn on the hazard warning lights an d turn the ignition switch to LOCK
(0*1.
*1 : Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.
1Changing a Flat Tire
Follow compact spare precautions:
Periodically check the tire pressure of the compact
spare. It should be set to the specified pressure.
Specified Pressure: 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm
2)
When driving with the compact spare tire, keep the
vehicle speed under 50 mph (80 km/h). Replace with
a full-size tire as soon as possible.
The compact spare tire and wheel in your vehicle are
specifically for this model.
Do not use them with another vehicle.
Do not use another type of compact spare tire or
wheel with your vehicle.
Do not mount tire chains on a compact spare tire.
If a chain-mounted front tire goes flat, remove one of
the full-size rear tires and replace it with the compact
spare tire. Remove the flat front tire and replace it
with the full-size tire that was removed from the rear.
Mount the tire chains on the front tire.
Do not use the jack if it doesn’t work properly. Call
your dealer or a prof essional towing service.
Continuously variable transmission models
Manual transmission models
All models
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Handling the Unexpected
Engine Does Not Start
Checking the Engine
If the engine does not start, check the starter.
Starter conditionChecklist
Starter doesn’t turn or turns
over slowly.
The battery may be dead. Check
each of the items on the right and
respond accordingly.
Check for a message on the multi-information display.●If the To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message appears2If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak P. 555
uMake sure the smart entry remote is in its operating range.2 ENGINE START/STOP Button Operating Range P. 155
Check the brightness of the interior lights.
Turn on the interior lights and check the brightness.
●If the interior lights are dim or do not come on at all 2Battery P. 534●If the interior lights come on normally 2 Fuses P. 566
●Make sure the smart entry remote is in its operating range.2ENGINE START/STOP Button Operating Range P. 155
The starter turns over normally
but the engine doesn’t start.
There may be a problem with the
fuse. Check each of the items on
the right and respond accordingly.Review the engine start procedure.
Follow its instructions, and try to start the engine again.
2 Starting the Engine P. 409, 411
Check the immobilizer system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.
2Immobilizer System P. 148
Check the fuel level.
There should be enough fuel in the tank. 2 Fuel Gauge P. 106, 110
Check the fuse.
Check all fuses, or have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
2Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 570
If the problem continues:2Emergency Towing P. 571
1Checking the Engine
If you must start the vehi cle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle or booster battery to jump start it.
2 Jump Starting P. 557
Models with multi- information display
All models
Models with Smart Entry System
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Handling the Unexpected
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 pivoti ng 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.
1 Emergency Towing
NOTICE
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.
NOTICE
Improper towing such as towing behind a
motorhome or other motor vehicle can damage the
transmission.
Never tow your vehicle with just a rope or chain.
It is very dangerous, since ropes or chains may shift
from side to side or break.
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Index
Seats.......................................................... 174
Adjusting ................................................. 174
Front Seats .............................................. 174
Rear Seats................................................ 178
Security System ......................................... 148
Immobilizer System Indicator ..................... 85
Security System Alarm Indicator ................. 86
SEL/RESET Button ...................................... 108
Select Lever ................................. 21, 417, 419
Operation .................................. 21, 418, 420
Releasing ................................................. 559
Won’t Move ............................................ 559
Select/Reset Knob ..................................... 104
Selecting a Child Seat ................................. 64
Selector Knob (Audio) .............................. 212
Setting the Clock ...................................... 122
Shift Lever ........................... 21, 417, 419, 423
Shift Lever Position Indicator ..... 78, 418, 420
Shifting (Transmission) ............. 417, 419, 423
Shoulder Anchor ......................................... 42
Side Airbags ................................................ 53
Side Curtain Airbags ................................... 55
Siri Eyes Free ............................................. 288
SiriusXM ® Radio ........................................ 259
Snow Tires ................................................. 533
Spare Tire .......................................... 547, 577
Spark Plugs ................................................ 576
Specifications ............................................ 576
Specified Fuel .................................... 484, 576
Speedometer ............................................. 103
SRS Airbags (Airbags) ................................. 49 Starter System Indicator
............................. 96
Starting the Engine .......................... 409, 411
Does Not Start......................................... 554
Engine Switch Buzzer .............................. 154
Jump Starting .......................................... 557
Steering Wheel ......................................... 172
Adjusting ................................................ 172
Stopping ................................................... 481
Summer Tires ............................................ 533
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ........ 49
Switches
(Around the Steering Wheel) ....... 4, 5, 154
T
Tachometer............................................... 103
Tailgate ..................................................... 145
Temperature
High Temperature Indicator ....................... 81
Low Temperature Indicator........................ 81
Outside Temperature Display ................... 103
Temperature Sensor ................................. 103
Tie-down Hooks ....................................... 193
Time (Setting) ........................................... 122
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) .................................................... 463
Indicator.................................................... 83
Tires ........................................................... 524
Air Pressure ..................................... 526, 577
Checking and Maintaining ...................... 524
Inspection ............................................... 525 Labeling .................................................. 526
Puncture (Flat Tire) .................................. 547
Regulations ............................................. 528
Rotation.................................................. 532
Spare Tire ....................................... 547, 577
Summer .................................................. 533
Tire Chains.............................................. 533
Wear Indicators....................................... 530
Winter .................................................... 533
Tools ......................................................... 546
Towing a Trailer ....................................... 405
Towing Your Vehicle Emergency .............................................. 571
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring
System) ................................................... 463
Indicator ................................................... 83
Transmission ............................. 417, 419, 423
7-Speed Manual Shift Mode ................... 421
Continuously Variable ............................. 416
Fluid ....................................................... 510
Manual ................................................... 423
Number .................................................. 578
Shift Position Indicator .............. 78, 418, 420
Trip Meter ........................................ 105, 109
Troubleshooting ...................................... 545
Blown Fuse ..................................... 566, 568
Brake Pedal Vibrates ................................. 27
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door ......... 28
Emergency Towing ................................. 571
Engine Won’t Start ................................. 554
Noise When Braking ................................. 29
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