2022 HONDA INSIGHT emergency towing

Contents
Child Safety P. 66Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 79Safety Labels P. 80
Opening and Closing the Trunk P. 171 Security System P. 174 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 177
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 181 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 197
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience It ems P. 207 Climate Control System P. 216
General Information on the Audio System P. 304 Customized Features P. 326
Refuel Recommend P. 374
When Driving P. 382 Honda Sensing® P. 415 Braking P. 468
Refueling P. 485 Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions P. 488
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 499 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 512
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 519 12-Volt Battery P. 528 Remote Transmitter Care P. 530
Cleaning P. 532 Accessories and Modifications P. 537
Power System Won’t Start P. 561 If the 12-Volt Battery Is Dead P. 564 Overheating P. 567
Emergency Towing P. 583 If You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door P. 584
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 591 Reporting Safety Defects P. 592
Authorized Manuals P. 597 Customer Service Information P. 598
Quick Reference GuideP. 6
Safe DrivingP. 39
Instrument PanelP. 81
ControlsP. 155
FeaturesP. 223
DrivingP. 375
MaintenanceP. 489
Handling the UnexpectedP. 539
InformationP. 587
IndexP. 599
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Quick Reference Guide
Handling the Unexpected (P 539)
Flat Tire (P 541)
●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 569)
●Identify the indicator and consult the
owner’s manual.
Models with optional spare tire
Power System Won’t
Start
(P 561)
●If the 12-volt battery is dead, jump start
using a booster battery.
Blown Fuse (P 577)
●Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating (P 567)
●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 583)
●Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.
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uuIndicators u
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 lo nger able to run.•Immediately park your car in a safe place.
2 Emergency Towing P. 583
•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.
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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. 583
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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 540
If a Tire Goes Flat
Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 541
Temporarily Repairi ng a Flat Tire....... 547
Power System Won’t Start Checking the Procedure ................... 561
If the Keyless Remote Battery is Weak ...562
Emergency Power System Off........... 563
If the 12-Volt Battery Is Dead .......... 564
Jump Starting Procedure .................. 564
Models with optional spare tire
Overheating How to Handle Overheating............. 567
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Warning Appears ... 569If the 12-Volt Battery Charging System Indicator Comes On ....................... 570
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ..................................... 571
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes
On or Blinks ..................................... 572
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks at the Same Time When the Brake
System Indicator (Amber) Comes On .....573
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator Comes On......................... 574
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator
Comes On or Blinks ....................... 575
If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along with the Warning Message ...... 576
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 577
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 582
Emergency Towing ........................... 583
If You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door.. 584If You Cannot Open the Trunk ........ 585
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uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uTemporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
Continued
Handling the Unexpected
5. Turn the selector knob to AIR.
u Do not turn the air compressor on to
check the pressure.
2 Inflating an Under-inflated Tire P. 558
6.If the air pressure is
• Less than 25 psi (175 kPa):
Do not add air or continue driving. The leak
is too severe. Call for help and have your
vehicle towed.
2 Emergency Towing P. 583
•Front: 35 psi (240 kPa) /rear: 33 psi (230
kPa) or more:
• Front: 35 psi (240 kPa) /rear: 32 psi (220
kPa) or more:
Continue driving for another 10 minutes or
until you reach the nearest service station,
whichever is sooner.
Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h). If you
have not reached a serv ice station, stop and
check the tire pressure.
If the air pressure does not go down after
the 10 minute driving, you do not need to
check the pressure any more.
AIR
Models with 215/55R16 93V tires
Models with 215/50R17 91H tires
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uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uTemporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
Continued
Handling the Unexpected
7. Plug in the kit to the accessory power
socket.
u Be careful not to pinch the cord in a
door or window.
8. Turn the power system on.
u Keep the power system on while
injecting air.
2 Emergency Towing P. 583
9.Turn the selector knob to AIR.
10. Press the inflator switch to turn on the kit.
u The compressor starts to inject air into
the tire.
11. Inflate the tire to the specified air pressure.
AIR
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uuIndicator, Coming On/Blinking uIf the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along with the Warning Message
Handling the Unexpected
If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along
with the Warning Message
■Reasons for the in dicator to blink
The transmission is malfunctioning.
■What to do when the indicator blinks
• Immediately have your vehicle inspected by
a dealer.
1If the Transmission System In dicator Blinks along with the
Warning Message
You may not be able to turn on the power system.
Make sure to set the parking brake when parking
your vehicle.
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow
your vehicle. 2 Emergency Towing P. 583
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