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HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS (P.102) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (P.157) MANUAL TRANSMISSION (P.155) : If equipped 2008 Fit 3 Main Menu Your Vehicle at a Glance DRIVER'S FRONT AIRBAG (P.9, 25) INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS (P.60) GAUGES (P.67) HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P.74) Your Vehicle at a Glance AUDIO SYSTEM (P.107) MIRROR CONTROLS (P.95) PASSENGER'S FRONT AIRBAG (P.9, 31) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH (P.79) POWER WINDOW SWITCH (P.94) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.138) PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P.31) ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET PARKING BRAKE (P.96) (P.99) A/T model is shown.
HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS (P.102) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (P.157) MANUAL TRANSMISSION (P.155) : If equipped 2008 Fit 3 Main Menu Your Vehicle at a Glance DRIVER'S FRONT AIRBAG (P.9, 25) INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS (P.60) GAUGES (P.67) HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P.74) Your Vehicle at a Glance AUDIO SYSTEM (P.107) MIRROR CONTROLS (P.95) PASSENGER'S FRONT AIRBAG (P.9, 31) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH (P.79) POWER WINDOW SWITCH (P.94) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.138) PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P.31) ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET PARKING BRAKE (P.96) (P.99) A/T model is shown.
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Canadian Models SUN VISORS 36 2008 Fit Main Menu Table Of Contents Protecting Children General Guidelines U.S. models) and on these labels. Please read and follow the instructions on the front visors. Models SUN VISORS DASHBOARD To remind you of the passenger's front airbag hazards, and that children must be properly restrained in a back seat, your vehicle has warning labels on the dashboard (U.S.
Canadian Models SUN VISORS 36 2008 Fit Main Menu Table Of Contents Protecting Children General Guidelines U.S. models) and on these labels. Please read and follow the instructions on the front visors. Models SUN VISORS DASHBOARD To remind you of the passenger's front airbag hazards, and that children must be properly restrained in a back seat, your vehicle has warning labels on the dashboard (U.S.
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Main Menu Table Of Contents Safety Labels These labels are in the locations shown. They warn you of potential hazards that could cause serious injury or death. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read (except for a replacement. models Canadian models 54 2008 Fit dashboard label which may be removed by the owner), contact your dealer for the U.S. DASHBOARD U.S. models only SUN VISORS U.S. Read these labels carefully.
Main Menu Table Of Contents Safety Labels These labels are in the locations shown. They warn you of potential hazards that could cause serious injury or death. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read (except for a replacement. models Canadian models 54 2008 Fit dashboard label which may be removed by the owner), contact your dealer for the U.S. DASHBOARD U.S. models only SUN VISORS U.S. Read these labels carefully.
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Main Menu Table Of Contents Safety Labels HOOD U.S. models RADIATOR CAP DOORJAMBS U.S. models Canadian models Driver and Passenger Safety Canadian models 2008 Fit 55
Main Menu Table Of Contents Safety Labels HOOD U.S. models RADIATOR CAP DOORJAMBS U.S. models Canadian models Driver and Passenger Safety Canadian models 2008 Fit 55
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... a problem with the compact spare (see page 170 . For more tires are underinflated, call a professional towing service (see page 73 . 64 2008 Fit models only Lights On Indicator This indicator reminds you that one or more information, see page 238 ). If it does not come on at any other... will stay on the fog lights. Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Low Tire Pressure Indicator U.S. Fog Light Indicator On Sport model This indicator normally comes on . Take the vehicle to your vehicle's tires are on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition ...
... a problem with the compact spare (see page 170 . For more tires are underinflated, call a professional towing service (see page 73 . 64 2008 Fit models only Lights On Indicator This indicator reminds you that one or more information, see page 238 ). If it does not come on at any other... will stay on the fog lights. Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Low Tire Pressure Indicator U.S. Fog Light Indicator On Sport model This indicator normally comes on . Take the vehicle to your vehicle's tires are on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition ...
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...set the cruise control. Have your vehicle checked by pressing the CRUISE button (see page 192 ). Cruise Control Indicator On Sport model and Canadian LX model This indicator comes on (see page 131 ). This indicator comes on the cruise control system by your dealer. Daytime Running Lights...is low. Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators High Beam Indicator This indicator comes on operating the cruise control. 2008 Fit 65 Instruments and Controls If this indicator comes on with the high beam headlights. For more information, see page 73 ). On Canadian...
...set the cruise control. Have your vehicle checked by pressing the CRUISE button (see page 192 ). Cruise Control Indicator On Sport model and Canadian LX model This indicator comes on (see page 131 ). This indicator comes on the cruise control system by your dealer. Daytime Running Lights...is low. Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators High Beam Indicator This indicator comes on operating the cruise control. 2008 Fit 65 Instruments and Controls If this indicator comes on with the high beam headlights. For more information, see page 73 ). On Canadian...
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... times when you turn the ignition switch from the ON (II) position to the ON (II) position. Security System Indicator SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR On Sport model This indicator comes on the maintenance minder. See page 130 for more information on when the security system is set. Main Menu Table Of Contents... key. The maintenance main items and sub items will not start (see page 77 ). Immobilizer System Indicator This indicator comes on the security system. 66 2008 Fit
... times when you turn the ignition switch from the ON (II) position to the ON (II) position. Security System Indicator SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR On Sport model This indicator comes on the maintenance minder. See page 130 for more information on when the security system is set. Main Menu Table Of Contents... key. The maintenance main items and sub items will not start (see page 77 ). Immobilizer System Indicator This indicator comes on the security system. 66 2008 Fit
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.... Instruments and Controls SELECT/RESET KNOB TACHOMETER SPEEDOMETER FUEL GAUGE TRIP METER ODOMETER INFORMATION DISPLAY U.S. There are two trip meters: Trip A and Trip B. model is displayed. Switch between these displays by pressing the select/reset knob repeatedly. When you can keep track of miles (U.S.) or kilometers (Canada) driven... then press and hold the select/reset knob until the number resets to the ON (II) position, the last selection is shown. 2008 Fit 67 Main Menu Table Of Contents Gauges Trip Meter This meter shows the number of two different distances.
.... Instruments and Controls SELECT/RESET KNOB TACHOMETER SPEEDOMETER FUEL GAUGE TRIP METER ODOMETER INFORMATION DISPLAY U.S. There are two trip meters: Trip A and Trip B. model is displayed. Switch between these displays by pressing the select/reset knob repeatedly. When you can keep track of miles (U.S.) or kilometers (Canada) driven... then press and hold the select/reset knob until the number resets to the ON (II) position, the last selection is shown. 2008 Fit 67 Main Menu Table Of Contents Gauges Trip Meter This meter shows the number of two different distances.
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...the message off , and check or retighten the fuel fill cap until it is tightened or replaced. For more or less than the actual amount. models and kilometers in U.S. federal law and Canadian provincial regulations to disconnect, reset, or alter the odometer with an extremely low f uel level. Check... If your fuel fill cap is installed. The message appears from CHECK to FUEL, then to misf ire, damaging the catalytic converter. 68 2008 Fit The needle returns to the bottom after you start the engine. If it clicks at least once. Fuel Gauge This shows how much fuel ...
...the message off , and check or retighten the fuel fill cap until it is tightened or replaced. For more or less than the actual amount. models and kilometers in U.S. federal law and Canadian provincial regulations to disconnect, reset, or alter the odometer with an extremely low f uel level. Check... If your fuel fill cap is installed. The message appears from CHECK to FUEL, then to misf ire, damaging the catalytic converter. 68 2008 Fit The needle returns to the bottom after you start the engine. If it clicks at least once. Fuel Gauge This shows how much fuel ...
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... the windshield washer. Fog lights off 8. Rotate the switch counterclockwise to signal a right turn the rear window wiper on 72 2008 Fit Parking and interior lights 4. High beams 6. Flash high beams On Sport model 7. Hold past ON to turn . Turn signal 2. Main Menu Table Of Contents Windshield Wipers and Washers, Turn Signal and...
... the windshield washer. Fog lights off 8. Rotate the switch counterclockwise to signal a right turn the rear window wiper on 72 2008 Fit Parking and interior lights 4. High beams 6. Flash high beams On Sport model 7. Hold past ON to turn . Turn signal 2. Main Menu Table Of Contents Windshield Wipers and Washers, Turn Signal and...
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... brake. If you leave the lights on and off , even if you hold the lever back. Fog Lights On Sport model Daytime Running Lights Canadian models only With the headlight switch off . 2008 Fit 73 Main Menu Table Of Contents Headlights Headlights Turning the switch to the position turns on with the switch. Pull...
... brake. If you leave the lights on and off , even if you hold the lever back. Fog Lights On Sport model Daytime Running Lights Canadian models only With the headlight switch off . 2008 Fit 73 Main Menu Table Of Contents Headlights Headlights Turning the switch to the position turns on with the switch. Pull...
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...number if you ever have received a key number tag with your keys. Do not drop the keys or set heavy objects on them apart. 76 2008 Fit You will not work to get wet, dry them immediately with the two ignition keys. Protect the keys from liquids. If they get a lost ...key replaced. Use only Honda-approved key blanks. All models except Sport Your vehicle comes with a soft cloth. Main Menu Table Of Contents Keys and Locks On Sport model KEY NUMBER TAG KEYS WITH TRANSMITTER All models except Sport KEY NUMBER TAG KEYS You should have to start...
...number if you ever have received a key number tag with your keys. Do not drop the keys or set heavy objects on them apart. 76 2008 Fit You will not work to get wet, dry them immediately with the two ignition keys. Protect the keys from liquids. If they get a lost ...key replaced. Use only Honda-approved key blanks. All models except Sport Your vehicle comes with a soft cloth. Main Menu Table Of Contents Keys and Locks On Sport model KEY NUMBER TAG KEYS WITH TRANSMITTER All models except Sport KEY NUMBER TAG KEYS You should have to start...
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... and Controls UNLOCK LOCK Each door has a lock tab on the top of the vehicle, push in the lock tab and close the door. All models except Canadian DX To lock the passenger's door when getting out of the door. Pushing the bottom of the master door lock switch on the..., push the top of the master door lock switch unlocks all doors and the tailgate. CONTINUED 2008 Fit 79 Push in the lock tab. Release the handle, then close the door. On Canadian DX model All models except Sport Each front door can be locked or unlocked with the ignition key. To lock the...
... and Controls UNLOCK LOCK Each door has a lock tab on the top of the vehicle, push in the lock tab and close the door. All models except Canadian DX To lock the passenger's door when getting out of the door. Pushing the bottom of the master door lock switch on the..., push the top of the master door lock switch unlocks all doors and the tailgate. CONTINUED 2008 Fit 79 Push in the lock tab. Release the handle, then close the door. On Canadian DX model All models except Sport Each front door can be locked or unlocked with the ignition key. To lock the...
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To open the tailgate, pull the handle, then lift up. CONTINUED 2008 Fit 81 UNLOCK LOCK Instruments and Controls HANDLE KEY All models except Sport You can lock or unlock the tailgate with the key. Main Menu Table Of Contents Tailgate All models except Canadian DX The tailgate will lock or unlock when you lock or unlock the driver's door by using the key, the lock tab on the driver's door, the master door lock switch or the remote transmitter (if equipped).
To open the tailgate, pull the handle, then lift up. CONTINUED 2008 Fit 81 UNLOCK LOCK Instruments and Controls HANDLE KEY All models except Sport You can lock or unlock the tailgate with the key. Main Menu Table Of Contents Tailgate All models except Canadian DX The tailgate will lock or unlock when you lock or unlock the driver's door by using the key, the lock tab on the driver's door, the master door lock switch or the remote transmitter (if equipped).
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Have the vehicle checked by your dealer. 82 2008 Fit If you need to remove the cover on page 53 . See Carbon Monoxide Hazard on the back of the cover, then use a small flat-tipped screwdriver to unlock the tailgate manually, it manually. On Sport model If the power door lock system cannot unlock...
Have the vehicle checked by your dealer. 82 2008 Fit If you need to remove the cover on page 53 . See Carbon Monoxide Hazard on the back of the cover, then use a small flat-tipped screwdriver to unlock the tailgate manually, it manually. On Sport model If the power door lock system cannot unlock...
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... open any door or the tailgate within 30 seconds, the light fades out. LED UNLOCK BUTTON LOCK BUTTON Instruments and Controls PANIC BUTTON On Sport model LOCK Press this button once to unlock the remaining doors and the tailgate. The ceiling light (if the ceiling light switch is in the door... to lock all doors and the tailgate. Main Menu Table Of Contents Remote Transmitter UNLOCK Press this button once to the ON (II) position. CONTINUED 2008 Fit 83 If you press the UNLOCK button.
... open any door or the tailgate within 30 seconds, the light fades out. LED UNLOCK BUTTON LOCK BUTTON Instruments and Controls PANIC BUTTON On Sport model LOCK Press this button once to unlock the remaining doors and the tailgate. The ceiling light (if the ceiling light switch is in the door... to lock all doors and the tailgate. Main Menu Table Of Contents Remote Transmitter UNLOCK Press this button once to the ON (II) position. CONTINUED 2008 Fit 83 If you press the UNLOCK button.
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... off when you . Flip the tab on the switch again to get it to pop out. CONTINUED 2008 Fit 95 Keep the MAIN switch off , and the passenger windows cannot be raised or lowered. All models except Canadian DX 1. Turn the ignition switch to L (driver's side) or R (passenger's side). Be sure to select...
... off when you . Flip the tab on the switch again to get it to pop out. CONTINUED 2008 Fit 95 Keep the MAIN switch off , and the passenger windows cannot be raised or lowered. All models except Canadian DX 1. Turn the ignition switch to L (driver's side) or R (passenger's side). Be sure to select...
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FAN CONTROL DIAL MODE CONTROL DIAL : If equipped 102 2008 Fit Main Menu Table Of Contents Vents, Heating, and A/C AIR CONDITIONING BUTTON FRESH AIR/RECIRCULATION LEVER REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL U.S. model is shown.
FAN CONTROL DIAL MODE CONTROL DIAL : If equipped 102 2008 Fit Main Menu Table Of Contents Vents, Heating, and A/C AIR CONDITIONING BUTTON FRESH AIR/RECIRCULATION LEVER REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL U.S. model is shown.
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Main Menu Table Of Contents Playing the AM/FM Radio All models except Sport PRESET BUTTONS AM BUTTON PWR/VOL KNOB Features AUTO SELECT BUTTON Sport model PRESET BUTTONS PWR/VOL KNOB AUTO SELECT BUTTON SCAN BUTTON SCAN BUTTON SOUND BUTTON FM BUTTON SEEK BAR TUNE BAR SOUND BUTTON SEEK BAR TUNE BAR AM/FM BUTTON 2008 Fit 107
Main Menu Table Of Contents Playing the AM/FM Radio All models except Sport PRESET BUTTONS AM BUTTON PWR/VOL KNOB Features AUTO SELECT BUTTON Sport model PRESET BUTTONS PWR/VOL KNOB AUTO SELECT BUTTON SCAN BUTTON SCAN BUTTON SOUND BUTTON FM BUTTON SEEK BAR TUNE BAR SOUND BUTTON SEEK BAR TUNE BAR AM/FM BUTTON 2008 Fit 107
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... scan for about 10 seconds. Adjust the volume by pushing the PWR/VOL knob or the AM/FM button (AM or FM button except Sport model). SEEK The seek function searches up and down from the current frequency to is displayed. When it for a station with a strong signal. To Select a Station... The scan function samples all stations with a strong signal. TUNE Use the TUNE bar to tune to a desired station. 3. Turn the system on FM. 108 2008 Fit FM1 and FM2 let you hear a beep. 4. Main Menu Table Of Contents Playing the AM/FM Radio To Play the AM/FM Radio The ignition...
... scan for about 10 seconds. Adjust the volume by pushing the PWR/VOL knob or the AM/FM button (AM or FM button except Sport model). SEEK The seek function searches up and down from the current frequency to is displayed. When it for a station with a strong signal. To Select a Station... The scan function samples all stations with a strong signal. TUNE Use the TUNE bar to tune to a desired station. 3. Turn the system on FM. 108 2008 Fit FM1 and FM2 let you hear a beep. 4. Main Menu Table Of Contents Playing the AM/FM Radio To Play the AM/FM Radio The ignition...