2021 HONDA INSIGHT towing

Contents
This owner’s manual should be considered a permanent part of the
vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold.
This owner’s manual covers all models of your vehicle. You may find
descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your
particular model.
Images throughout this owner’s manu al (including the front cover)
represent features and equipment that are available on some, but
not all, models. Your particular mo del may not have some of these
features.
This owner’s manual is for vehicles sold in the United States and
Canada.
The information and specifications in cluded in this publication were
in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications
or design at any time without notice and without incurring any
obligation.2 Safe Driving P. 41
For Safe Driving P. 42 Seat Belts P. 46 Airbags P. 53
2Instrument Panel P. 83
Indicators P. 84 Gauges and Driver Information Interface P. 133
2Controls P. 169
Clock P. 170 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 172
Moonroof* P. 195
Adjusting the Seats P. 214
2 Features P. 239
Audio System P. 240 Audio System Basic Operation P. 247, 268
Customized Features P. 365, 372 HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver* P. 392
2 Driving P. 447
Before Driving P. 448 Towing a Trailer P. 453
Parking Your Vehicle P. 549 Multi-View Rear Camera P. 554
2Maintenance P. 561
Before Performing Maintenance P. 562 Maintenance MinderTM P. 565
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 589
Climate Control System Maintenance P. 604
2Handling the Unexpected P. 613
Tools P. 614 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 615
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 643 Fuses P. 651
When You Cannot Op en the Trunk P. 659
2Information P. 661
Specifications P. 662 Identification Numbers P. 664
Emissions Testing P. 667 Warranty Coverages P. 668
21 INSIGHT-31TXM6200.book 4 ページ ２０２０年２月５日　水曜日　午前１０時０分

Contents
Child Safety P. 68Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 81Safety Labels P. 82
Opening and Closing the Trunk P. 186 Security System P. 189 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 192
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 196 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 212
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience It ems P. 222 Climate Control System P. 232
Audio Error Messages P. 338General Information on the Audio System P. 343
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® P. 395, 420 Refuel Recommend P. 445
When Driving P. 454 Honda Sensing® P. 487 Braking P. 539
Refueling P. 557 Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions P. 560
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 572 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 585
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 592 12-Volt Battery P. 601 Remote Transmitter Care P. 603
Cleaning P. 605 Accessories and Modifications P. 611
Power System Won’t Start P. 635 Jump Starting P. 638 Overheating P. 641
Emergency Towing P. 657 When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door P. 658
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 665 Reporting Safety Defects P. 666
Authorized Manuals P. 671 Customer Service Information P. 672
Quick Reference GuideP. 6
Safe DrivingP. 41
Instrument PanelP. 83
ControlsP. 169
FeaturesP. 239
DrivingP. 447
MaintenanceP. 561
Handling the UnexpectedP. 613
InformationP. 661
IndexP. 674
21 INSIGHT-31TXM6200.book 5 ページ ２０２０年２月５日　水曜日　午前１０時０分

36
Quick Reference Guide
Handling the Unexpected (P 613)
Flat Tire (P 615)
●Park in a safe location and replace the
flat tire with the compact spare tire in the
trunk.
●Park in a safe location and repair the flat
tire using the temporary tire repair kit.
Indicators Come On
(P 643)
●Identify the indicator and consult the
owner’s manual.
Models with optional spare tire
Power System Won’t
Start
(P 635)
●If the 12-volt battery is dead, jump start
using a booster battery.
Blown Fuse (P 651)
●Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating (P 641)
●Park in a safe location. If you do not see
steam under the hood, open the hood,
and let the engine cool down.
Emergency Towing
(P 657)
●Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.
21 INSIGHT-31TXM6200.book 36 ページ ２０２０年２月５日　水曜日　午前１０時０分

93
uuIndicators u
Continued
Instrument Panel
IndicatorNameOn/BlinkingExplanationMessage
Transmission
System
Indicator
•The current shift position blinks if
the transmission system has a
problem.•Blinks while driving - Avoid sudden
starts and acceleration and have your
vehicle checked by a dealer immediately.
• The current shift position or all the
shift positions blink if there is a
problem with the transmission and
the vehicle is no longer able to run.•Immediately park your car in a safe place.
2 Emergency Towing P. 657
•Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
•The current shift position or all the
shift positions blink if there is a
problem with the transmission and
it is not possible to select
(P.
•While the vehicle is stopped, apply the
parking brake.
• Have your vehicle checked by a dealer
immediately.
21 INSIGHT-31TXM6200.book 93 ページ ２０２０年２月５日　水曜日　午前１０時０分

447
Driving
This chapter discusses driving and refueling.
Before Driving................................... 448
Towing a Trailer ................................ 453
When Driving
Turning on the Power ...................... 454
Precautions While Driving................. 460
Transmission .................................... 462
Shifting ............................................ 463
SPORT Mode.................................... 469
Deceleration Paddle Selector ............ 470
ECON Mode .................................... 473
Acoustic Vehicle Al erting System ...... 474
Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA®), aka Electronic
Stability Control (ESC), System ...............475
Agile Handling Assist ............................. 477Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) .. 478Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) - Required Federal Explanation ......... 481
Blind spot information System
*........ 483
High Voltage Battery ........................ 486
Honda Sensing ®................................ 487
Collision Mitigati on Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ....................................... 490
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow ................................. 499
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS).... 517
Road Departure Mi tigation (RDM)
System ........................................ 525
Traffic Sign Recognition System ....... 530
Front Sensor Camera ....................... 536
Radar Sensor ................................... 538
Braking
Brake System ................................... 539
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ........... 547
Brake Assist System ......................... 548
Parking Your Vehicle ........................ 549
Multi-View Rear Camera .................. 554
Refueling ........................................... 557
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions .... 560
* Not available on all models
21 INSIGHT-31TXM6200.book 447 ページ ２０２０年２月５日　水曜日　午前１０時０分

451
uuBefore Driving uMaximum Load Limit
Continued
Driving
Maximum Load Limit
The maximum load for your ve hicle is 850 lbs (385 kg).
See the Tire and Loading Information label attached to the driver’s
doorjamb.
This figure includes the total weig ht of all occupants, cargo, and
accessories, and the tongue load if you are towing a trailer
.
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit -
(1) Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and
cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.” on your
vehicle’s placard.
(2) Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers
that will be riding in your vehicle.
(3) Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers
from XXX kg or XXX lbs.
(4) The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and
luggage load capacity. For example, if the “XXX” amount
equals 1,400 lbs. and there will be five 150 lb. passengers in
your vehicle, the am ount of available cargo and luggage load
capacity is 650 lbs. (1,400 - 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs.)
1 Maximum Load Limit
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR):
The maximum allowable weight of the vehicle, all
occupants, all accesso ries and all cargo.
2 Specifications P. 662
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR):
The maximum allowable weight of the vehicle axle. 2 Specifications P. 662
3WARNING
Overloading or improper loading
can affect handling and stability
and cause a crash in which you
can be hurt or killed.
Follow all load limits and other
loading guidelines in this manual.
Label Example
21 INSIGHT-31TXM6200.book 451 ページ ２０２０年２月５日　水曜日　午前１０時０分

uuBefore Driving uMaximum Load Limit
452
Driving
(5) Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being
loaded on the vehicle. That we ight may not safely exceed the
available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in step 4.
(6) If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will
be transferred to your vehicl e. Consult this manual to
determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage
load capacity of your vehicle.
In addition, the total weight of the vehicle, all occupants,
accessories, cargo, and trailer tongue load must not exceed the
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVW R) or the Gross Axle Weight
Rating (GAWR). Both are on a label on the driver’s doorjamb.
Load Limits Example
Example1
Max Load 850 lbs
(385 kg) Passenger Weight
150 lbs x 2 = 300 lbs (68 kg x 2 = 136 kg) Cargo Weight
550 lbs
(249 kg)
Example2
Max Load 850 lbs
(385 kg) Passenger Weight
150 lbs x 5 = 750 lbs (68 kg x 5 = 340 kg) Cargo Weight
100 lbs
(45 kg)
1Maximum Load Limit
Towing a Trailer:
See Towing a Trailer to determine whether your
vehicle is designed to tow a trailer.
2 Towing a Trailer P. 453
21 INSIGHT-31TXM6200.book 452 ページ ２０２０年２月５日　水曜日　午前１０時０分

453
Driving
Towing a Trailer
Your vehicle is not designed to tow a trailer. Attempting to do so can void your
warranties.
Towing Your Vehicle
Your vehicle is not designed to be towed behind a motorhome. If your vehicle needs
to be towed in an emergency, refer to the emergency towing information.
2Emergency Towing P. 657
21 INSIGHT-31TXM6200.book 453 ページ ２０２０年２月５日　水曜日　午前１０時０分