2020 HONDA FIT Refueling

Contents
Child Safety P. 60Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 73Safety Labels P. 74
Opening and Closing the Tailgate P. 145 Security System P. 148
Opening and Closing the Moonroof* P. 153
Adjusting the Mirrors P. 173 Adjusting the Seats P. 174
Heating and Cooling System
* P. 196 Climate Control System* P. 199
Audio Error Messages P. 312General Information on the Audio System P. 317
When Driving P. 409 Braking P. 469Parking Your Vehicle P. 481
Refueling P. 484 Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions P. 487
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 501 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 513
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 524 Battery P. 534 Remote Transmitter Care P. 536
Cleaning P. 539 Accessories and Modifications P. 544
Engine Does Not Start P. 554Jump Starting P. 557 Shift Lever Does Not Move P. 559
Emergency Towing P. 571 When You Cannot Open the Tailgate P. 572
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 579 Reporting Safety Defects P. 580
Authorized Manuals P. 585 Customer Service Information P. 586
Quick Reference GuideP. 4
Safe DrivingP. 31
Instrument PanelP. 75
ControlsP. 121
FeaturesP. 205
DrivingP. 399
MaintenanceP. 489
Handling the UnexpectedP. 545
InformationP. 575
IndexP. 588
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Quick Reference Guide
Refueling (P484)
Fuel recommendation: Unleaded gasoline, pump octane number 87 or higher
Fuel tank capacity: 10.6 US gal (40 L)
aPull the fuel fill door
release handle.
bTurn the fuel fill cap
slowly to remove the
cap.
cPlace the cap in the
holder on the fuel fill
door.
dAfter refueling, screw
the cap back on until it
clicks at least once.
* Not available on all models
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Driving
This chapter discusses driving and refueling.
Before DrivingDriving Preparation .............................. 400
Maximum Load Limit............................ 403
Towing a Trailer .................................... 405
Towing Your Vehicle ............................ 406
When Driving
Starting the Engine .............................. 409
Starting the Engine .............................. 411
Precautions While Driving..................... 415
Continuously Variable Transmission
*.... 416
Shifting ................................................ 417
Models without smart entry system
Models with smart entry system
Continuously variable transmission models
without paddle shifters
Shifting................................................ 419
Shifting................................................ 423
ECON Button
*..................................... 427
Cruise Control*................................... 428
Front Sensor Camera*......................... 431
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)*........... 433Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) System*.... 447Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)*.... 452Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA®), aka Electronic
Stability Control (ESC), System ............... 459
LaneWatchTM*...................................... 461
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)..... 463
Continuously variable transmission models
with paddle shifters
Manual transmission models
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) - Required Federal Explanation .............. 467
Braking Brake System ........................................ 469
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................ 471
Brake Assist System .............................. 472
Collision Mitigation Braking SystemTM (CMBSTM)*... 473Parking Your VehicleWhen Stopped ..................................... 481
Multi-View Rear Camera ....................... 482
Refueling
Fuel Information ................................... 484
How to Refuel ...................................... 485
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions
Improving Fuel Economy and Reducing CO2
Emissions ............................................. 487
* Not available on all models
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Driving
Refueling
Fuel Information
■Fuel recommendation
Use of lower octane petrol can cause a persistent, heavy metallic knocking noise that
can lead to engine damage.
■Top tier detergent gasoline
Because the level of detergency and additive s in gasoline vary in the market, Honda
endorses the use of “TOP TIER Deterg ent Gasoline” where available to help
maintain the performance and reliability of your vehicle. TOP TIER Detergent
Gasoline meets a new gasoline standard join tly established by leading automotive
manufacturers to meet the need s of today’s advanced engines.
Qualifying gasoline retailers will, in most cases, identify their gasoline as having met
“TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline” standards at the retail location. This fuel is
guaranteed to contain the proper level of detergent additives and be free of metallic
additives. The proper level of detergent additives, and absence of harmful metallic
additives in gasoline, help avoid build-up of deposits in your engine and emission
control system.
For further important fuel-related information for your vehicle, or on information on
gasoline that does not contain MMT, visit www.hondacars.com. In Canada, visit
www.honda.ca for additional information on gasolin e. For more information on top
tier gasoline, visit www.toptiergas.com .
■Fuel tank capacity: 10.6 US gal (40 L)
Unleaded gasoline, pump octane number 87 or higher
1Fuel Information
NOTICE
We recommend quality ga soline containing
detergent additives that help prevent fuel system and
engine deposits. In addition, in order to maintain
good performance, fuel economy, and emissions
control, we strongly reco mmend the use of gasoline
that does NOT contain harmful manganese-based
fuel additives such as MMT, if such gasoline is
available.
Use of gasoline with these additives may adversely
affect performance, a nd cause the malfunction
indicator lamp on your inst rument panel to come on.
If this happens, contact a dealer for service.
Some gasoline today is ble nded with oxygenates such
as ethanol. Your vehicle is designed to operate on
oxygenated gasoline containing up to 15% ethanol
by volume. Do not use gaso line containing methanol.
If you notice any undesira ble operating symptoms, try
another service station or sw itch to another brand of
gasoline.
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uuRefueling uHow to Refuel
Continued
Driving
How to Refuel
1. Stop your vehicle with the service station
pump on the left side of the vehicle in the
rear.
2. Turn off the engine.
3. Pull on the fuel fill door release handle
under the lower left corner of the
dashboard.
u The fuel fill door opens.1How to Refuel
3WARNING
Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive.
You can be burned or seriously injured
when handling fuel.
• Stop the engine, and keep heat, sparks,
and flame away.
• Handle fuel only outdoors.
• Wipe up spills immediately.
Fuel Fill Door
Release Handle
Pull
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uuRefueling uHow to Refuel
486
Driving
4. Remove the fuel fill cap slowly. If you hear a
release of air, wait unt il this stops, then turn
the knob slowly to open the fuel fill cap.
5. Place the fuel fill cap in the holder.
6. Insert the fuel fill er nozzle fully.
u When the tank is full, the filler nozzle will
click off automatically . This leaves space
in the fuel tank in case the fuel expands
with a change in the temperature.
7. After filling, replace the fuel fill cap,
tightening it until you hear it click at least
once.
u Shut the fuel fill door by hand.1How to Refuel
The filler nozzle automatically stops to leave space in
the fuel tank so that fuel does not overflow as a result
of changes in air temperature.
If the filler nozzle keeps tu rning off when the tank is
not full, there may be a problem with the pump’s fuel
vapor recovery system. Try fi lling at another pump. If
this does not fix the problem, consult a dealer.
Do not continue to add fuel after the filler nozzle has
automatically stopped. Addi tional fuel can exceed
the full tank capacity.
Cap
Cap
Holder
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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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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
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