2020 HONDA INSIGHT light

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Handling the Unexpected
Power System Won’t Start
Checking the Procedure
When the READY indicator does not come on and the Ready To Drive message
does not appear on the driver informatio n interface, check the following items and
take appropriate action.
ChecklistConditionWhat to Do
Check if the related
indicator or driver
information interface
messages come on.The Temperature Is Too Cold For Vehicle To Operate message
appears.2 Driver Information Interface Warning
and Information Messages P. 112
The To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message appears.
u Make sure the smart entry remote is in its operating range.
2 POWER Button Operating Range P. 190
2If the Remote Battery is Weak P. 626
The POWER SYSTEM indicator comes on.Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
The transmission system indicator blinks and Transmission
System Problem. Apply Parking Brake When Parked. See
Your Dealer. message appears.2If the Transmission System Indicator
Blinks along with the Warning Message
P. 640
Check the brightness
of the interior lights. The interior lights are dim or do not come on at all. Have the 12-volt battery checked by a
dealer.
The interior lights come on normally. Check all fuses, or have your vehicle checked
by a dealer.
2 Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 646
Check the
transmission.The transmission is not in (P.Put the transmission into (P.
Check the
immobilizer system
indicator. When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the power
system cannot be turned on.
2
Immobilizer System Indicator P. 95
1Checking the Procedure
If you must start the vehi cle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle or booster battery to jump start it.
2 Jump Starting P. 628
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Handling the Unexpected
Jump Starting
Turn off the power to electric devices, such as audio and lights. Turn off the power
system, then open the hood.1.Push the tabs to open the jump start box
cover.
2. Connect the first jump er cable to your
vehicle’s jump start box + terminal as
shown. Do not connect this jumper cable to
any other part.
3. Connect the other end of the first jumper
cable to the booster battery + terminal.
u Use a 12-volt booster battery only.
u When using an automotive battery
charger to boost your 12-volt battery,
select a lower charging voltage than
15-volt. Check the charger manual for
the proper setting.
4. Connect the second jumper cable to the
booster battery - terminal.
■Jump Starting Procedure1Jump Starting
Securely attach the jumper cables clips so that they
do not come off when the e ngine vibrates. Also be
careful not to tangle the ju mper cables or allow the
cable ends to touch each other while attaching or
detaching the jumper cables.
You cannot use the terminal to jump start another
vehicle or to charge the 12-volt battery.
3WARNING
A 12-volt battery can explode if you do not
follow the correct procedure, seriously
injuring anyone nearby.
Keep all sparks, open flames, and smoking
materials away from the 12-volt battery.
Tab
Booster
Battery
Jump Start Box + Terminal
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uuJump Starting u
Handling the Unexpected
5.Connect the other end of the second
jumper cable to the engine mounting bolt
as shown. Do not connect this jumper cable
to any other part.
6. If your vehicle is connected to another
vehicle, start the assisting vehicle’s engine
and increase its rpm slightly.
7. Attempt to start your ve hicle’s engine. If it
turns over slowly, check that the jumper
cables have good metal-to-metal contact.1 Jump Starting
12-volt battery performa nce degrades in cold
conditions and may prevent the engine from starting.Engine Mounting Bolt
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Handling the Unexpected
Overheating
How to Handle Overheating
Overheating symptoms are as follows:
•Engine Temperature Too Hot. Do No t Drive. Allow Engine To Cool.
message appears on the driv er information interface.
• Steam or spray comes out of the engine compartment.
■First thing to do
1. Immediately park the vehicle in a safe place.
2. Turn off all accessories and turn on the hazard warning lights.
u No steam or spray present: Keep the power system on and open the hood.
u Steam or spray is present: Turn off the power system and wait until it
subsides. Then open the hood.
1 How to Handle Overheating
3WARNING
Steam and spray from an overheated
engine can seri ously scald you.
Do not open the hood if steam is coming
out.
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Handling the Unexpected
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Warning Appears
■Reasons for the warning to appear
Appears when the engine oil pressure is low.
■What to do as soon as the warning
appears
1. Immediately park the vehicle on level
ground in a safe place.
2. If necessary, turn the hazard warning lights
on.
■What to do after parking the vehicle
1. Turn the power system off and let it sit for
approximately three minutes.
2. Open the hood and ch eck the oil level.
u Add oil as necessary.
2 Oil Check P. 565
3.Start the engine and check the low oil
pressure warning.
u The warning disappears: Start driving
again.
u The warning does not disappear within
10 seconds: Immediately turn the power
system off and contact a dealer for
repairs.
1If the Low Oil Pressure Warning Appears
NOTICE
Running the engine with low oil pressure can cause
serious mechanical damage almost immediately.
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uuIndicator, Coming On/Blinking uIf the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks
Handling the Unexpected
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or
Blinks
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
• The brake fluid is low.
• There is a malfunction in the brake system.
■What to do when the indicator comes on while driving
Depress the brake pedal lightly to check pedal pressure.
• If normal, check the brake fluid level the next time you stop.
• If abnormal, take immediate action . If necessary, downshift the
transmission to slow the vehicle using regenerative braking.
■Reason for the in dicator to blink
• There is a problem with the electric parking brake system.
■What to do when the indicator blinks
Avoid using the parking brake and have your vehicle checked by a dealer
immediately.
1 If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks
Have your vehicle re paired immediately.
It is dangerous to drive with low brake fluid. If there
is no resistance from the brake pedal, stop
immediately in a safe plac e. If necessary, downshift
the gears.
If the brake system indicator and ABS indicator come
on simultaneously, the elec tronic brake distribution
system is not working. Th is can result in vehicle
instability under sudden braking.
Have your vehicle inspecte d by a dealer immediately.
If the brake system indicator (red) blinks at the same
time when the brake system indicator (amber) comes
on, the parking br ake may not work.
Avoid using the parking brak e and have your vehicle
checked by a dealer immediately.
2 If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes
On or Blinks at the Same Time When the
Brake System Indicator (Amber) Comes On
P. 637
If you repeatedly operate the electric parking brake in
a short period of time, the brake stops operating to
prevent heating of the system and the indicator
blinks.
It returns to its original state in approximately 1
minute.
U.S.
Canada (Red)
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uuFuses uFuse Locations
Handling the Unexpected
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1
MAIN FUSE150 A
IG MAIN 130 A
SUB FAN MTR30 A
IG MAIN 230 A
OP FUSE MAIN30 A
ESB40 A
ENG EWP30 A
2
WIPER MOTOR30 A
R/M 230 A
P-ACT 30 A R/M 1 30 A
COOLING FAN 30 A EPS 70 A
3
BLOWER MOTOR40 A
ABS/VSA MOTOR40 A
FUSE BOX OPTION*(40 A)
ABS/VSA FSR40 A
PREMIUM AUDIO*(30 A)
REAR DEFROSTER40 A
4−30 A
−30 A
FUSE BOX 2 40 A
FUSE BOX 1 60 A
5IGPS7.5 A
6VBU 10 A
7IG HOLD110 A
8 PCU EWP 10 A
9IGP15 A
10 BACK UP 10 A
11IGPS (LAF)7.5 A
12 EVTC 20 A
13HAZARD10 A
14 IG COIL 15 A
15DBW15 A
16 STOP LIGHTS 10 A
17−−
18 − −
19AUDIO15 A
20 FR FOG LIGHT*(15 A)
Circuit ProtectedAmps
21AS P/SEAT RECLINING*(20 A)
22 AS P/SEAT SLIDE*(20 A)
23HORN10 A
24 WASHER 15 A
25SHIFTER10 A
26 SMART 10 A
27−−
28 P-ACT UNIT 10 A
29IGB10 A
30 − −
Circuit ProtectedAmps
* Not available on all models
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uuFuses uInspecting and Changing Fuses
Handling the Unexpected
Inspecting and Changing Fuses
1. Set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF. Turn
headlights and all accessories off.
2. Remove the fuse box cover.
3. Check the large fuse in the engine
compartment.
u If the fuse is blown, use a Phillips-head
screwdriver to remo ve the screw and
replace it with a new one.
4. Inspect the small fuses in the engine
compartment and the vehicle interior.
u If there is a blown fuse, remove it with
the fuse puller and replace it with a new
one.
5. Check the large fuse in the vehicle interior.
u If the fuse is blown, use a phillips-head
screwdriver to remo ve the screw and
replace it with a new one.
6. Inspect the small fuses in the vehicle
interior.
u If there is a burned out fuse, remove it
with the fuse puller and replace it with a
new one.1Inspecting and Changing Fuses
NOTICE
Replacing a fuse with on e that has a higher rating
greatly increases the chances of damaging the
electrical system.
Replace fuse with a spare fuse of the same specified
amperage.
Use the charts to locate the fuse in question and
confirm the specified amperage on the fuse label. 2 Fuse Locations P. 641
There is a fuse puller on the back of the cover of the
engine compartment fuse box type A.
Combined
Fuse Blown Fuse
Fuse Puller
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