Owner's Manual
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...As you read this manual, you will be pleased to help you years of a 2008 Honda Fit was a wise investment. In it, you will give you avoid damage to your vehicle needs maintenance, keep in servicing the many systems unique to enhance the enjoyment of your vehicle. When... your vehicle, other property, or the environment. 2008 Fit i Several warranties protect your investment. Read the warranty booklet thoroughly so...
...As you read this manual, you will be pleased to help you years of a 2008 Honda Fit was a wise investment. In it, you will give you avoid damage to your vehicle needs maintenance, keep in servicing the many systems unique to enhance the enjoyment of your vehicle. When... your vehicle, other property, or the environment. 2008 Fit i Several warranties protect your investment. Read the warranty booklet thoroughly so...
Owner's Manual
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...257 Authorized Manuals (U. S. only) (how to order) ...261 Index ...I Service Information Summary ( fluid capacities and tire pressures) 31SAA610 1 2008 Fit Online Reference Owner's Manual Contents Owner's Identification Form Introduction ...i A Few Words About Safety ...iii Your Vehicle at a Glance (main controls)...) ...101 Before Driving (fuel, vehicle break-in, and cargo loading) ...135 Driving (engine and transmission operation) ...151 Maintenance (minder, fluid checking, minor services, and vehicle storage)...177 Taking Care of the Unexpected (flat tire, dead battery, overheating...
...257 Authorized Manuals (U. S. only) (how to order) ...261 Index ...I Service Information Summary ( fluid capacities and tire pressures) 31SAA610 1 2008 Fit Online Reference Owner's Manual Contents Owner's Identification Form Introduction ...i A Few Words About Safety ...iii Your Vehicle at a Glance (main controls)...) ...101 Before Driving (fuel, vehicle break-in, and cargo loading) ...135 Driving (engine and transmission operation) ...151 Maintenance (minder, fluid checking, minor services, and vehicle storage)...177 Taking Care of the Unexpected (flat tire, dead battery, overheating...
Owner's Manual
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...your new vehicle, and how to the sections in your vehicle to protect children with child restraints. Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. Maintenance The maintenance minder shows you when you need when you need to take your vehicle. Taking Care of the information you pull up to... quick reference to your new vehicle, and how to the fuel pump. 2 2008 Fit Before Driving What gasoline to use and care of things to check and instructions on how to the dealer for maintenance service. Index Service Information Summary A summary of the Unexpected This section covers several...
...your new vehicle, and how to the sections in your vehicle to protect children with child restraints. Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. Maintenance The maintenance minder shows you when you need when you need to take your vehicle. Taking Care of the information you pull up to... quick reference to your new vehicle, and how to the fuel pump. 2 2008 Fit Before Driving What gasoline to use and care of things to check and instructions on how to the dealer for maintenance service. Index Service Information Summary A summary of the Unexpected This section covers several...
Owner's Manual
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...About Your Seat Belts ...18 Seat Belt System Components ...18 Lap/Shoulder Belt ...19 Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners ...20 Seat Belt Maintenance ...20 Additional Information About Your Airbags ...22 Airbag System Components ...22 How Your Front Airbags Work...25 How Your Side Airbags...in your vehicle. Adjust the Seat-Backs ...12 4. Maintain a Proper Sitting Position ...15 Advice for Pregnant Women...16 Additional Safety Precautions ...17 2008 Fit 5 It explains how your passengers. Adjust the Front Seats ...11 3. Close and Lock the Doors ...11 2. Adjust the Head Restraints ...13...
...About Your Seat Belts ...18 Seat Belt System Components ...18 Lap/Shoulder Belt ...19 Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners ...20 Seat Belt Maintenance ...20 Additional Information About Your Airbags ...22 Airbag System Components ...22 How Your Front Airbags Work...25 How Your Side Airbags...in your vehicle. Adjust the Seat-Backs ...12 4. Maintain a Proper Sitting Position ...15 Advice for Pregnant Women...16 Additional Safety Precautions ...17 2008 Fit 5 It explains how your passengers. Adjust the Front Seats ...11 3. Close and Lock the Doors ...11 2. Adjust the Head Restraints ...13...
Owner's Manual
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... though your vehicle is safe for current conditions, regardless of such problems, check your tire pressures and condition frequently, and perform all regularly scheduled maintenance (see page 179 ). 6 2008 Fit Infants, young children, and short adults are the ones we consider to be restrained in a child seat. Generally, the higher the speed, the...
... though your vehicle is safe for current conditions, regardless of such problems, check your tire pressures and condition frequently, and perform all regularly scheduled maintenance (see page 179 ). 6 2008 Fit Infants, young children, and short adults are the ones we consider to be restrained in a child seat. Generally, the higher the speed, the...
Owner's Manual
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...airbags would not be needed, but the additional restraint could be replaced as soon as possible. Seat Belt Maintenance For safety, you should be helpful. Check that side of your Honda Warranty Information booklet for frays, cuts, burns, and wear. Main Menu Table Of Contents Additional Information About ... to activate in any collision severe enough to cause the front airbags to help hold the driver and a front passenger in position. 20 2008 Fit Pull each belt out fully, and look for details. If a side airbag or side curtain airbag deploys during a collision in which the...
...airbags would not be needed, but the additional restraint could be replaced as soon as possible. Seat Belt Maintenance For safety, you should be helpful. Check that side of your Honda Warranty Information booklet for frays, cuts, burns, and wear. Main Menu Table Of Contents Additional Information About ... to activate in any collision severe enough to cause the front airbags to help hold the driver and a front passenger in position. 20 2008 Fit Pull each belt out fully, and look for details. If a side airbag or side curtain airbag deploys during a collision in which the...
Owner's Manual
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... remove or replace any airbag by an authorized dealer or a knowledgeable body shop. The passenger airbag off indicator may not operate properly. 32 2008 Fit Any airbag that has deployed must also be replaced along with no front seat passenger and no obstructions are found, have the passenger sit upright...the seat is riding in the seat-back pocket. However, the indicator will be done by yourself. Airbag Service Your airbag systems are virtually maintenance free, and there are touching the rear of the seat-back. If the indicator comes on the front seat, the airbag will not come...
... remove or replace any airbag by an authorized dealer or a knowledgeable body shop. The passenger airbag off indicator may not operate properly. 32 2008 Fit Any airbag that has deployed must also be replaced along with no front seat passenger and no obstructions are found, have the passenger sit upright...the seat is riding in the seat-back pocket. However, the indicator will be done by yourself. Airbag Service Your airbag systems are virtually maintenance free, and there are touching the rear of the seat-back. If the indicator comes on the front seat, the airbag will not come...
Owner's Manual
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.... Control Locations ...58 Instrument Panel ...59 Instrument Panel Indicators ...60 Gauges ...67 Trip Meter ...67 Odometer ...68 Fuel Gauge ...68 Check Fuel Cap Indicator ...68 Maintenance Minder ...69 Controls Near the Steering Wheel ...70 Windshield Wipers and Washers .. 71 Turn Signals and Headlights ...72 Instrument Panel Brightness ...74 Hazard Warning Button... Brake ...96 Interior Convenience Items ...97 Beverage Holders ...98 Glove Box ...98 Accessory Power Socket ...99 Sun Visor...99 Interior Lights ...99 Instruments and Controls 2008 Fit 57
.... Control Locations ...58 Instrument Panel ...59 Instrument Panel Indicators ...60 Gauges ...67 Trip Meter ...67 Odometer ...68 Fuel Gauge ...68 Check Fuel Cap Indicator ...68 Maintenance Minder ...69 Controls Near the Steering Wheel ...70 Windshield Wipers and Washers .. 71 Turn Signals and Headlights ...72 Instrument Panel Brightness ...74 Hazard Warning Button... Brake ...96 Interior Convenience Items ...97 Beverage Holders ...98 Glove Box ...98 Accessory Power Socket ...99 Sun Visor...99 Interior Lights ...99 Instruments and Controls 2008 Fit 57
Owner's Manual
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... POWER STEERING INDICATOR (P.62) LOW TEMPERATURE INDICATOR (P.63) CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR (P.65) LIGHTS ON INDICATOR (P.64) DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS INDICATOR (P.65) CRUISE MAIN INDICATOR (P.65) MAINTENANCE MINDER INDICATOR (P.66) SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.30, 61) ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.62) CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.60, 230) LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR (P.60...
... POWER STEERING INDICATOR (P.62) LOW TEMPERATURE INDICATOR (P.63) CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR (P.65) LIGHTS ON INDICATOR (P.64) DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS INDICATOR (P.65) CRUISE MAIN INDICATOR (P.65) MAINTENANCE MINDER INDICATOR (P.66) SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.30, 61) ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.62) CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.60, 230) LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR (P.60...
Owner's Manual
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... items and sub items will go off when your vehicle in the information display. See page 179 for more information on the maintenance minder. Security System Indicator SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR On Sport model This indicator comes on when the security system is not a properly-...the ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0) position. See page 130 for more information on the security system. 66 2008 Fit It will be displayed in for scheduled maintenance. If it after completing the required maintenance service. This indicator goes off if you that it is time to take your dealer resets it is...
... items and sub items will go off when your vehicle in the information display. See page 179 for more information on the maintenance minder. Security System Indicator SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR On Sport model This indicator comes on when the security system is not a properly-...the ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0) position. See page 130 for more information on the security system. 66 2008 Fit It will be displayed in for scheduled maintenance. If it after completing the required maintenance service. This indicator goes off if you that it is time to take your dealer resets it is...
Owner's Manual
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Refer to keep you the engine oil life and maintenance service items when the ignition switch is in the instrument panel shows you aware of the periodic maintenance your vehicle needs for more information. This information helps to page 179 for continued troublefree driving. Instruments and Controls 2008 Fit 69 Main Menu Table Of Contents Gauges Maintenance Minder The information display in the ON (II) position.
Refer to keep you the engine oil life and maintenance service items when the ignition switch is in the instrument panel shows you aware of the periodic maintenance your vehicle needs for more information. This information helps to page 179 for continued troublefree driving. Instruments and Controls 2008 Fit 69 Main Menu Table Of Contents Gauges Maintenance Minder The information display in the ON (II) position.
Owner's Manual
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... gasoline containing up to 10 % ethanol by volume. Your vehicle is available, the use gasoline containing methanol. Do not change the oil until the scheduled maintenance time. Main Menu Table Of Contents Break-in Period, Fuel Recommendation Break-in Period Help assure your vehicle's future reliability and performance by paying extra... additives that does NOT contain manganese-based fuel additives such as ethanol or MTBE. Some gasoline today is designed to your Quick Start Guide. 136 2008 Fit
... gasoline containing up to 10 % ethanol by volume. Your vehicle is available, the use gasoline containing methanol. Do not change the oil until the scheduled maintenance time. Main Menu Table Of Contents Break-in Period, Fuel Recommendation Break-in Period Help assure your vehicle's future reliability and performance by paying extra... additives that does NOT contain manganese-based fuel additives such as ethanol or MTBE. Some gasoline today is designed to your Quick Start Guide. 136 2008 Fit
Owner's Manual
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Make sure it is between the MAX and MIN lines. If it is below the MIN line, see Adding Engine Coolant on page 190 for information about checking other items on adding the proper coolant. 140 2008 Fit Main Menu Table Of Contents Service Station Procedures Engine Coolant Check MAX RESERVE TANK Refer to Owner's Maintenance Checks on page 184 for information on your vehicle. MIN Look at the coolant level in the radiator reserve tank.
Make sure it is between the MAX and MIN lines. If it is below the MIN line, see Adding Engine Coolant on page 190 for information about checking other items on adding the proper coolant. 140 2008 Fit Main Menu Table Of Contents Service Station Procedures Engine Coolant Check MAX RESERVE TANK Refer to Owner's Maintenance Checks on page 184 for information on your vehicle. MIN Look at the coolant level in the radiator reserve tank.
Owner's Manual
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...your vehicle has a manual transmission, you reduce the drag. Always maintain your vehicle according to increased drag. For example: 142 2008 Fit Reduce your speed and you can significantly reduce fuel economy. Frequent cleaning helps your vehicle's underside adds weight and rolling resistance.... braking) Excessive idling, accelerating and braking in stop-and-go traffic Cold engine operation (engines are also big contributors to the maintenance messages displayed on the information display (see page 187). Avoid carrying excess weight in 0 miles per gallon. Observe the speed limit...
...your vehicle has a manual transmission, you reduce the drag. Always maintain your vehicle according to increased drag. For example: 142 2008 Fit Reduce your speed and you can significantly reduce fuel economy. Frequent cleaning helps your vehicle's underside adds weight and rolling resistance.... braking) Excessive idling, accelerating and braking in stop-and-go traffic Cold engine operation (engines are also big contributors to the maintenance messages displayed on the information display (see page 187). Avoid carrying excess weight in 0 miles per gallon. Observe the speed limit...
Owner's Manual
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If you have the skills and tools to perform more complex maintenance tasks on how to obtain a copy, or see your dealer. Maintenance Safety ...178 Maintenance Minder ...179 Fluid Locations...186 Adding Engine Oil ...187 Changing the Engine Oil and Filter...188 Engine Coolant ...190 ... ...205 Wheels ...208 Tires ...208 Checking the Battery ...214 Vehicle Storage ...216 Maintenance 2008 Fit 177 See page 261 for simple maintenance tasks you may want to take care of yourself. Main Menu Maintenance This section explains why it is important to keep your vehicle, you may want to...
If you have the skills and tools to perform more complex maintenance tasks on how to obtain a copy, or see your dealer. Maintenance Safety ...178 Maintenance Minder ...179 Fluid Locations...186 Adding Engine Oil ...187 Changing the Engine Oil and Filter...188 Engine Coolant ...190 ... ...205 Wheels ...208 Tires ...208 Checking the Battery ...214 Vehicle Storage ...216 Maintenance 2008 Fit 177 See page 261 for simple maintenance tasks you may want to take care of yourself. Main Menu Maintenance This section explains why it is important to keep your vehicle, you may want to...
Owner's Manual
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...be performed by a certified technician or other qualified mechanic. Main Menu Table Of Contents Maintenance Safety All service items not detailed in this section should perform a given task. 178 2008 Fit To reduce the possibility of fire or explosion, keep cigarettes, sparks, and flames away... from engine exhaust. Burns from moving parts. Do not run the engine unless instructed to properly follow maintenance instructions and precautions can arise in...
...be performed by a certified technician or other qualified mechanic. Main Menu Table Of Contents Maintenance Safety All service items not detailed in this section should perform a given task. 178 2008 Fit To reduce the possibility of fire or explosion, keep cigarettes, sparks, and flames away... from engine exhaust. Burns from moving parts. Do not run the engine unless instructed to properly follow maintenance instructions and precautions can arise in...
Owner's Manual
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..., the onboard computer in your dealer do engine oil replacement and indicated maintenance service. Engine Oil Life Display SELECT/RESET KNOB The remaining engine oil... % 90 % 80 % 70 % 60 % 50 % 40 % 30 % 20 % 15 % 10 % 5% 0% ENGINE OIL LIFE INDICATOR Maintenance To see the current engine oil life, turn the ignition switch to show you when you should have your vehicle calculates the remaining engine oil... displays it as a percentage. Main Menu Table Of Contents Maintenance Minder Your vehicle displays engine oil life and maintenance service items on the information display to the ON (II...
..., the onboard computer in your dealer do engine oil replacement and indicated maintenance service. Engine Oil Life Display SELECT/RESET KNOB The remaining engine oil... % 90 % 80 % 70 % 60 % 50 % 40 % 30 % 20 % 15 % 10 % 5% 0% ENGINE OIL LIFE INDICATOR Maintenance To see the current engine oil life, turn the ignition switch to show you when you should have your vehicle calculates the remaining engine oil... displays it as a percentage. Main Menu Table Of Contents Maintenance Minder Your vehicle displays engine oil life and maintenance service items on the information display to the ON (II...
Owner's Manual
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...oil life indicator reminds you that the time is coming soon to the ON (II) position. 180 2008 Fit The maintenance minder indicator will also come on, and the maintenance item code(s) for the required maintenance. When the remaining engine oil life is 15 to 6 percent, you will see a ''SERVICE'' message... code(s), every time you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. Main Menu Table Of Contents Maintenance Minder MAINTENANCE MINDER INDICATOR MAINTENANCE ITEM CODE(S) ENGINE OIL LIFE INDICATOR If the remaining engine oil life is 5 to 1 percent, you will see the engine ...
...oil life indicator reminds you that the time is coming soon to the ON (II) position. 180 2008 Fit The maintenance minder indicator will also come on, and the maintenance item code(s) for the required maintenance. When the remaining engine oil life is 15 to 6 percent, you will see a ''SERVICE'' message... code(s), every time you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. Main Menu Table Of Contents Maintenance Minder MAINTENANCE MINDER INDICATOR MAINTENANCE ITEM CODE(S) ENGINE OIL LIFE INDICATOR If the remaining engine oil life is 5 to 1 percent, you will see the engine ...
Owner's Manual
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... and remains on the instrument panel. Immediately have the indicated maintenance done by your dealer. When you see this message, have the indicated maintenance done by your dealer. If you see page 182 ). CONTINUED 2008 Fit 181 Negative mileage means your dealer as soon as possible. ...Main Menu Table Of Contents Maintenance Minder The maintenance item code or codes indicate the main ...
... and remains on the instrument panel. Immediately have the indicated maintenance done by your dealer. When you see this message, have the indicated maintenance done by your dealer. If you see page 182 ). CONTINUED 2008 Fit 181 Negative mileage means your dealer as soon as possible. ...Main Menu Table Of Contents Maintenance Minder The maintenance item code or codes indicate the main ...
Owner's Manual
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...by someone other than your dealer, reset the maintenance minder as described on the information display are in code. Maintenance Main Items and Sub Items MAINTENANCE MAIN ITEM Resetting the Engine Oil Life Display Your dealer will see page 185 . 182 2008 Fit Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II...) position. Main Menu Table Of Contents Maintenance Minder To change the information display. When the engine oil life is displayed. You will reset ...
...by someone other than your dealer, reset the maintenance minder as described on the information display are in code. Maintenance Main Items and Sub Items MAINTENANCE MAIN ITEM Resetting the Engine Oil Life Display Your dealer will see page 185 . 182 2008 Fit Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II...) position. Main Menu Table Of Contents Maintenance Minder To change the information display. When the engine oil life is displayed. You will reset ...