2020 HONDA FIT clutch

uuWhen Driving uAdaptive Cruise Control (ACC)*
444
Driving
■Automatic cancellation
The beeper sounds and a me ssage appears on the multi-information display when
ACC is automatically canceled. Any of these conditions may cause the ACC to
automatically cancel:
• Bad weather (rain, fog, snow, etc.)
• When the radar sensor inside the front grille gets dirty.
• The vehicle ahead of you cannot be detected.
• An abnormal tire condition is detected, or the tires are skidding.
• Driving on a mountainous road, or driving off road for extended periods.
• Abrupt steering wheel movement.
• When the ABS, VSA ® or CMBS
TM is activated.
• When the ABS or VSA ® system indicator comes on.
• When you manually apply the parking brake.
• When the detected vehicle within the ACC range is too close to your vehicle.
• The camera behind the rearview mirror, or the area around the camera, including
the windshield, gets dirty.
• When you do not shift down about for ten seconds after the shift down indicator
coming on
• When the engine speed reache s the tachometer’s red zonen
• When the engine speed reaches 1,000 rpm or less
• When you keep
(N while driving
• When you put the transmission into
(N without depressing the clutch pedal
1Automatic cancellation
Even though ACC has been automatically canceled,
you can still resume the prior set speed.
Wait until the condition that caused ACC to cancel
improves, then press the RES/+ button.
Models with manual transmission
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uuWhen Driving uAdaptive Cruise Control (ACC)*
446
Driving
To cancel cruise control, do any of the following:
• Press the CANCEL button.
• Press the MAIN button.
• Depress the brake pedal.
• Depress the clutch pedal for five seconds or more.
The CRUISE CONTROL indicator goes off.
■To Cancel1To Cancel
Resuming the prior set speed:
After cruise control has be en canceled, you can still
resume the prior set speed by pressing the RES/+
button while driving at a speed of at least 25 mph (40
km/h) or more.
You cannot set or resume in the following situations:
•When vehicle speed is less than 25 mph (40 km/h)
•When the MAIN button is turned off.
At vehicle speeds of 22 m ph (35 km/h) or less, cruise
control canceled automatically.
Manual transmission models
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489
Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 490
Safety When Performing Maintenance .... 491Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 492
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 493
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood .... 501Opening the Hood ........................... 502
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 503
Oil Check ......................................... 504
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 505
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter..... 506Engine Coolant ................................ 508 Transmission Fluid ............................ 510
Brake/Clutch
* Fluid .......................... 511
Refilling Window Wa sher Fluid......... 512
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 513
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades ............................................................ 520
Checking and Maintaining Tires Checking Tires ................................. 524
Tire and Loading Information Label .. 526
Tire Labeling .................................... 526
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) ...... 528Wear Indicators................................ 530
Tire Service Life ................................ 530
Tire and Wheel Replacement............ 531 Tire Rotation .................................... 532
Winter Tires ..................................... 533
Battery ............................................... 534
Remote Transmitter Care Replacing the Button Battery ........... 536
Heating and Cooling System
*/Climate
Control System* Maintenance ....... 538
Cleaning Interior Care .................................... 539
Exterior Care.................................... 541
Accessories and Modifications Accessories ...................................... 544
Modifications................................... 544
* Not available on all models
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490
Maintenance
Before Performing Maintenance
Inspection and Maintenance
For your safety, perform all listed inspections and maintenance to keep your vehicle
in good condition. If you become aware of any abnormality (noise, smell, insufficient
brake fluid, oil residue on the ground, etc.), have your vehicle inspected by a dealer.
(Note, however, that service at a dealer is not mandatory to keep your warranties in
effect.)
■Daily inspections
Perform inspections before long distance tri ps, when washing the vehicle, or when
refueling.
■Periodic inspections
• Check the brake fluid level monthly.
2 Brake/Clutch* Fluid P. 511
•Check the tire pressure monthly. Examin e the tread for wear and foreign objects.
2Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 524
•Check the operation of the exterior lights monthly.
2 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 513
•Check the condition of the wiper bl ades at least every six months.
2Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 520
■Types of Inspection and Maintenance
1Inspection and Maintenance
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of
emissions control devices and systems may be
done by any automotive repair establishment or
individuals using parts that are “certified” to
EPA standards.
According to state and fede ral regulations, failure to
perform maintenance on the maintenance main
items marked with # will not void your emissions
warranties. However, all ma intenance services should
be performed in accordan ce with the intervals
indicated by the information display
*/multi-
information display(MID)*.
2 Maintenance Service Items P. 495
If you want to perform complex maintenance tasks
that require more skills a nd tools, you can purchase a
subscription to the Service Express website at
www.techinfo.honda.com .
2 Authorized Manuals P. 585
If you want to perform ma intenance yourself, make
sure that you have the necessary tools and skills first.
After performing ma intenance, update the records in
the separate maintenance booklet.
U.S. models
* Not available on all models
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501
Maintenance
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood
Brake/Clutch* Fluid
(Black Cap)
Engine Coolant Reserve Tank Radiator Cap
Washer Fluid
(Blue Cap)
Engine Oil Dipstick
(Orange)
Engine Oil Fill Cap
Battery
* Not available on all models
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uBrake/Clutch* Fluid
Maintenance
Brake/Clutch* Fluid
Use the same fluid for bo th the brakes and clutch.
The fluid level should be between the MIN
and MAX marks on the side of the reservoir.
The brake fluid reservoir is also used for your
vehicle’s clutch fluid. As long as you keep the
brake fluid level as ins tructed above, there is
no need for checking the clutch fluid level.
Specified fluid: Honda He avy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
■Checking the Brake Fluid
1Brake/Clutch* Fluid
NOTICE
Brake fluid marked DOT 5 is not compatible with your
vehicle’s braking system and can cause extensive
damage.
If the specified brake fluid is not available, you should
use only DOT 3 or DOT 4 fluid from a sealed
container as a temporary replacement.
Using any non-Honda brake fluid can cause corrosion
and decrease the longevity of the system. Have the
brake system flushed and re filled with Honda Heavy
Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 as soon as possible.
If the brake fluid level is at or below the MIN mark,
have a dealer inspect the vehicle for leaks or worn
brake pads as soon as possible.
MIN
MAX
Manual transmission models
* Not available on all models
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uuEngine Does Not Start uIf the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak
Handling the Unexpected
If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak
If the beeper sounds, the ENGINE START/STOP button flashes, and the engine
won't start.
The To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message appears on the multi-
information display.
Start the engine as follows: 1.Touch the center of the ENGINE START/
STOP button with the H logo on the smart
entry remote while the ENGINE START/
STOP button is flashing. The buttons on
the smart entry remote should be facing
you.
u The ENGINE START/STOP button
flashes for about 30 seconds.
2. Depress the brake pedal (continuously
variable transmission) or clutch pedal
(manual transmission) and press the
ENGINE START/STOP button within 10
seconds after the beeper sounds and the
ENGINE START/STOP button changes
from flashing to on.
u If you don’t depress the pedal, the mode
will change to ACCESSORY.
Models with smart entry system
Models with multi- information display
All models
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Handling the Unexpected
Fuses
Fuse Locations
If any electrical devices are not working,
turn the ignition switch to LOCK
(0*1 and
check to see if any appl icable fuse is blown.
■Fuse box A
Located near the brake fluid reservoir. Push
the tabs to open the box.
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
Tab
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1Headlight Low Beam Main20 A
2CDC*(30 A)
3Hazard10 A
4DBW15 A
5Wiper(30 A)
6Stop10 A
7IGP15 A
8IG Coil15 A
9EOP*(10 A)
10INJ(20 A)
11––
12Main Fan30 A
13Starter SW(30 A)
14MG Clutch(7.5 A)
15Battery Sensor(7.5 A)
16––
17Daytime Running Lights(7.5 A)
18Horn10 A
19Fog Light*(15 A)
20UB ECU*(7.5 A)
*1 : Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition
switch.
*2 : Models with smart entry system
*3 : Models without smart entry system
Circuit ProtectedAmps
21Back Up Main15 A
22Interior Lights7.5 A
23Sub Fan(30 A)
24––
25Smart Entry Auto Start*2(7.5 A)
26ST MG*3(7.5 A)
27––
28––
29Back Up(10 A)
30IGP LAF(10 A)
31IGPS(7.5 A)
32Right Headlight Low Beam10 A
33Left Headlight Low Beam10 A
* Not available on all models
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