2020 HONDA FIT Radiator

74
Safe Driving
Safety Labels
Label Locations
These labels are in the locations shown. They warn you of potential hazards that can cause serious injury or death. Read these labels
carefully.
If a label comes off or becomes hard to read (except for the U. S. dashboard label which may be removed by the owner), contact a dealer
for a replacement.
U.S. models only Dashboard
Sun Visor
U.S. models Canadian models
Radiator Cap
Sun Visor U.S. ModelsCanadian Models
Air Conditioner System
U.S. models only
20 FIT-31T5A6500.book 74 ページ ２０１９年９月２６日　木曜日　午後４時４１分

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
20 FIT-31T5A6500.book 501 ページ ２０１９年９月２６日　木曜日　午後４時４１分

508
uuMaintenance Under the Hood uEngine Coolant
Maintenance
Engine Coolant
This coolant is premixed with 50% antifreeze and 50% water. Do not add any
straight antifreeze or water.
We recommend you check the engine coolant level every time you refuel. Check the
reserve tank first. If it is completely empty, also check the coolant level in the
radiator. Add the engine coolant accordingly.
1. Make sure the engine and radiator are cool.
2. Check the amount of coolant in the reserve
tank.
u If the coolant level is below the MIN
mark, add the specified coolant until it
reaches the MAX mark.
3. Inspect the cooling system for leaks.
Specified coolant: Honda Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2
■Reserve Tank
1Engine Coolant
NOTICE
Genuine Honda engine coolan t is a 50/50 mixture of
antifreeze and water that can withstand freezing at
temperatures as low as a bout -31°F (-35°C). If your
vehicle is consistently subjected to temperatures
below this, the concentration of antifreeze in the
coolant should be increased. Consult a dealer for
details.
If Honda antifreeze/coolant is not available, you may
use another major brand of non-silicate coolant as a
temporary replacement. Check that it is a high quality
coolant recommended fo r aluminum engines.
Continued use of any non-Ho nda coolant can result in
corrosion, causing the cool ing system to malfunction
or fail. Have the cooling system flushed and refilled
with Honda antifreeze/cool ant as soon as possible.
Do not add rust inhibitors or other additives to your
vehicle’s cooling system. They may not be compatible
with the coolant or with the engine components.
3WARNING
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 radiator cap.
Reserve Tank MAX
MIN
20 FIT-31T5A6500.book 508 ページ ２０１９年９月２６日　木曜日　午後４時４１分

509
uuMaintenance Under the Hood uEngine Coolant
Maintenance
1. Make sure the engine and radiator are
cool.
2. Turn the radiator cap 1/8 turn counter-
clockwise and relieve any pressure in the
cooling system.
3. Push down and turn the radiator cap
counter-clockwise to remove it.
4. The coolant level should be up to the base
of the filler neck. Add coolant if it is low.
5. Put the radiator cap back on, and tighten it
fully.
■Radiator1Radiator
NOTICE
Pour the fluid slowly and ca refully so you do not spill
any. Clean up any spills immediately; they can
damage components in the engine compartment.Radiator Cap
20 FIT-31T5A6500.book 509 ページ ２０１９年９月２６日　木曜日　午後４時４１分

561
uuOverheating uHow to Handle Overheating
Handling the Unexpected
■Next thing to do
1.Check that the cooling fan is operating and
stop the engine once the high temperature
indicator goes off.
u If the cooling fan is not operating,
immediately stop the engine.
2. Once the engine has cooled down, inspect
the coolant level and check the cooling
system components for leaks.
u If the coolant level in the reserve tank is
low, add coolant until it reaches the
MAX mark.
u If there is no coolant in the reserve tank,
check that the radiator is cool. Cover the
radiator cap 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.
■Last thing to do
Once the engine has cooled sufficiently, restart it and check the high temperature
indicator.
If the high temperature indicator is off, resume driving. If it stays on, contact a dealer
for repairs.
1 How to Handle Overheating
Use water as an emergency/temporary measure only.
Have a dealer flush the system with proper antifreeze
as soon as possible.
3WARNING
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 radiator cap.
MAX
Reserve Tank MIN
20 FIT-31T5A6500.book 561 ページ ２０１９年９月２６日　木曜日　午後４時４１分

589
Index
Bulb Replacement.................................... 513
Back-Up Light and Rear Turn Signal
Lights ................................................... 517
Brake/Tail/Rear Side Marker Lights........... 518
Fog Lights ............................................... 515
Headlights .............................................. 513
High-Mount Brake Light.......................... 518
Rear License Plate Light ........................... 519
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator Lights ................................................... 516
Bulb Specifications ................................... 576
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ............................... 73
Cargo Area Cover ..................................... 194
Cargo Floor Box ....................................... 190
Carrying Cargo ................................. 401, 403
CD Player .................................................. 221
Certification Label ................................... 578
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 513
Charging System Indicator ................ 78, 562
Child Safety ................................................ 60
Childproof Door Locks ............................ 138
Child Seat ................................................... 60
Booster Seats ............................................ 72
Child Seat for Infants ................................ 62
Child Seat for Small Children .................... 63
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt......................... 67
Larger Children ......................................... 71 Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 62
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 64
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 138
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 541
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 539
Climate Control System ............................ 199
Clock .......................................................... 122
CMBS
TM (Collision Mitigation Braking
SystemTM) ................................................. 473
Coat Hook ................................................. 192
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) .................................................. 473
Compact Spare Tire .......................... 547, 577
Console Compartment ............................. 188
Continuously Variable Transmission ....... 416
7-Speed Manual Shift Mode .................... 421
Creeping ................................................. 416
Fluid ........................................................ 510
Kickdown ................................................ 416
Operating the Shift Lever ........... 21, 418, 420
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 559
Shifting ........................................... 417, 419
Controls ..................................................... 121
Coolant (Engine) ....................................... 508
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 509
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..................... 508
High Temperature Indicator ....................... 81
Low Temperature Indicator ........................ 81
Overheating ............................................ 560
Creeping (Continuously Variable Transmission) .......................................... 416 Cruise Control
........................................... 428
Indicator.................................................... 86
Cup Holders .............................................. 189
Customer Service Information ................. 586
Customized Features ................ 111, 321, 328
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 167
Dead Battery ............................................. 557
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ......................................... 198
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 579
Dimming Headlights ............................................... 160
Rearview Mirror....................................... 173
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................. 504
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 159
Display Setup .................................... 218, 250
Door Mirrors ............................................. 173
Doors ......................................................... 124
Auto Door Locking .................................. 139
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 139
Door and Tailgate Open Indicator ........ 35, 82
Keys ........................................................ 124
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ..................................... 135
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside .................................. 127
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 134
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 528
20 FIT-31T5A6500.book 589 ページ ２０１９年９月２６日　木曜日　午後４時４１分

590
Index
Driving....................................................... 399
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ................ 433
Braking .................................................... 469
Continuously Variable Transmission ......... 416
Cruise Control ......................................... 428
Shifting Gear ........................... 417, 419, 423
Starting the Engine .......................... 409, 411
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 538
E
ECON Button............................................. 427
ECON Mode Indicator ................................. 85
Elapsed Time ............................................. 109
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator ............................................ 82, 564
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 459
Emergency ................................................. 571
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 581
Engine Coolant ................................................... 508
Jump Starting .......................................... 557
Number ................................................... 578
Oil ........................................................... 503
Starting ........................................... 409, 411
Switch Buzzer .......................................... 154
Engine Coolant ......................................... 508
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 509
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..................... 508
High Temperature Indicator ....................... 81
Low Temperature Indicator ........................ 81 Overheating ............................................ 560
Engine Oil ................................................. 503
Adding .................................................... 505
Checking................................................. 504
Displaying Oil Life ............................ 493, 497
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 77, 562
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 503
EPS (Electric Power Steering)
System .............................................. 82, 564
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) ................................. 73
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 541
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 173
F
Features.................................................... 205
Filters
Dust and Pollen ....................................... 538
Oil ........................................................... 506
Flat Tire ..................................................... 547
Floor Mats ................................................. 540
Fluids Brake ...................................................... 511
Continuously Variable Transmission ......... 510
Engine Coolant ....................................... 508
Manual Transmission ............................... 510
Windshield Washer ................................. 512
FM/AM Radio ............................................ 219
Fog Light Indicator ..................................... 85
Folding Down the Rear Seats .................. 179Foot Brake
................................................ 470
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 49
Front Seats ................................................ 174
Adjusting ................................................ 174
Front Sensor Camera ............................... 431
Fuel ..................................................... 23, 484
Economy................................................. 487
Gauge .................................................... 106
Instant Fuel Economy .............................. 110
Low Fuel Indicator..................................... 80
Range ..................................................... 109
Recommendation.................................... 484
Refueling .......................................... 23, 484
Fuel Economy ........................................... 487
Fuel Fill Cap ........................................ 23, 486
Message ................................................. 563
Fuel Fill Door ...................................... 23, 485
Fuses ......................................................... 566
Inspecting and Changing ........................ 570
Locations ................................................ 566
G
Gasoline (Fuel)
Economy................................................. 487
Gauge .................................................... 106
Information............................................. 484
Instant Fuel Economy .............................. 110
Low Fuel Indicator..................................... 80
Refueling ................................................ 484
Gauges ...................................................... 103
20 FIT-31T5A6500.book 590 ページ ２０１９年９月２６日　木曜日　午後４時４１分

592
Index
VSA® (Vehicle Stability AssistTM)
System ............................................ 81, 459
VSA ® OFF .......................................... 82, 460
Washer Level ............................................. 87
Information ............................................... 575
Information Display .................................. 104
Instant Fuel Economy ............................... 110
Instrument Panel ........................................ 75
Brightness Control ................................... 170
Interior Lights ........................................... 186
Interior Rearview Mirror .......................... 173
Internet Radio ........................................... 274
J
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ................. 546, 550
Jump Starting ............................................ 557
K
Keyless Lockout Prevention ..................... 134
Keys ........................................................... 124
Lockout Prevention .................................. 134
Rear Door Won’t Open ............................ 138
Remote Transmitter ................................. 131
Types and Functions ................................ 124
Won’t Turn ................................................ 27
Kickdown (Continuously Variable Transmission) ........................................... 416
L
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) ......... 452
LaneWatchTM............................................. 461
LATCH (Child Seats) .................................... 65
Lights ................................................. 160, 513
Bulb Replacement ................................... 513
Daytime Running Lights........................... 167
Fog Lights ............................................... 163
High-Beam Indicator.................................. 84
Interior .................................................... 186
Light Switches ......................................... 160
Lights On Indicator .................................... 84
Turn Signals ............................................ 159
Load Limits ................................................ 403
Locking/Unlocking .................................... 124
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking.................. 139
Childproof Door Locks............................. 138
From Inside ............................................. 135
From Outside .......................................... 127
Keys ........................................................ 124
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 134
Using a Key ............................................. 133
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 134
Low Battery Charge ................................. 562
Low Fuel Indicator ...................................... 80
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 77, 562
Lower Anchors ............................................ 65
Lubricant Specifications Chart ................. 577
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 403
M
Maintenance............................................ 489
Battery .................................................... 534
Brake Fluid .............................................. 511
Cleaning ................................................. 539
Coolant .................................................. 508
Heating and Cooling System ................... 538
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 493
Oil .......................................................... 504
Precautions ............................................. 491
Radiator .................................................. 509
Remote Transmitter ................................ 536
Replacing Light Bulbs .............................. 513
Safety ..................................................... 491
Service Items ................................... 495, 499
Tires........................................................ 524
Transmission Fluid ................................... 510
Under the Hood ...................................... 501
Malfunction Indicator Lamp ............. 77, 563
Manual Transmission ............................... 423
Reverse Lockout ...................................... 425
Map Lights ................................................ 187
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 403
Meters, Gauges ........................................ 103
Mirrors ...................................................... 173
Adjusting ................................................ 173
Door ....................................................... 173
Exterior ................................................... 173
Interior Rearview ..................................... 173
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 544
Moonroof ................................................. 153
20 FIT-31T5A6500.book 592 ページ ２０１９年９月２６日　木曜日　午後４時４１分