Owner's Manual
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...: The vehicle is toxic. If you . Turn the fan on this page. High levels of the garage. mode. 2. Driver and Passenger Safety 2008 Fit 53 Breathing it can collect rapidly in an unconfined area, adjust the heating and cooling system as a garage. Do not run the engine only long...gas into your parked vehicle with the garage door closed. Set the temperature control to carbon monoxide. Carbon monoxide gas is raised for an oil change in the sound of the exhaust. Select the fresh air mode. Main Menu Table Of Contents Carbon Monoxide Hazard Your vehicle's exhaust ...
...: The vehicle is toxic. If you . Turn the fan on this page. High levels of the garage. mode. 2. Driver and Passenger Safety 2008 Fit 53 Breathing it can collect rapidly in an unconfined area, adjust the heating and cooling system as a garage. Do not run the engine only long...gas into your parked vehicle with the garage door closed. Set the temperature control to carbon monoxide. Carbon monoxide gas is raised for an oil change in the sound of the exhaust. Select the fresh air mode. Main Menu Table Of Contents Carbon Monoxide Hazard Your vehicle's exhaust ...
Owner's Manual
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... 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, 230) IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.66) FOG LIGHT INDICATOR (P.64) SIDE AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P.31, 61) : If equipped...
... 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, 230) IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.66) FOG LIGHT INDICATOR (P.64) SIDE AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P.31, 61) : If equipped...
Owner's Manual
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... to the ON (II) position. A beeper also sounds if you have fully released the parking brake while the engine is running. Low Oil Pressure Indicator The engine can damage the brakes and tires. 2. Driving with the parking brake not fully released. Charging System Indicator If this ...belts. Malfunction Indicator Lamp See page 231 . For more information, see page 230 . Seat Belt Reminder Indicator This indicator comes on . 60 2008 Fit If you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position before the beeper stops, the indicator stops flashing but remains on when you...
... to the ON (II) position. A beeper also sounds if you have fully released the parking brake while the engine is running. Low Oil Pressure Indicator The engine can damage the brakes and tires. 2. Driving with the parking brake not fully released. Charging System Indicator If this ...belts. Malfunction Indicator Lamp See page 231 . For more information, see page 230 . Seat Belt Reminder Indicator This indicator comes on . 60 2008 Fit If you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position before the beeper stops, the indicator stops flashing but remains on when you...
Owner's Manual
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Instruments and Controls 2008 Fit 69 This information helps to page 179 for continued troublefree driving. Main Menu Table Of Contents Gauges Maintenance Minder The information display in the instrument panel shows you aware of the periodic maintenance your vehicle needs for more information. Refer to keep you the engine oil life and maintenance service items when the ignition switch is in the ON (II) position.
Instruments and Controls 2008 Fit 69 This information helps to page 179 for continued troublefree driving. Main Menu Table Of Contents Gauges Maintenance Minder The information display in the instrument panel shows you aware of the periodic maintenance your vehicle needs for more information. Refer to keep you the engine oil life and maintenance service items when the ignition switch is in the ON (II) position.
Owner's Manual
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... check the levels of important fluids. Break-in Period ...136 Fuel Recommendation ...136 Service Station Procedures ...137 Refueling...137 Opening and Closing the Hood ...138 Oil Check ...139 Engine Coolant Check ...140 Fuel Economy ...141 Accessories and Modifications ...144 Carrying Cargo ...146 Before Driving...
... check the levels of important fluids. Break-in Period ...136 Fuel Recommendation ...136 Service Station Procedures ...137 Refueling...137 Opening and Closing the Hood ...138 Oil Check ...139 Engine Coolant Check ...140 Fuel Economy ...141 Accessories and Modifications ...144 Carrying Cargo ...146 Before Driving...
Owner's Manual
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...fuel system and engine deposits. For further important fuel-related information, please refer to engine damage. Do not change the oil until the scheduled maintenance time. We recommend using quality gasolines containing detergent additives that does NOT contain manganese-based fuel ...to maintain good performance, fuel economy, and emissions control, we strongly recommend, in Period Help assure your Quick Start Guide. 136 2008 Fit If this period: Avoid full-throttle starts and rapid acceleration. Do not use of gasoline. During this happens, contact your instrument panel...
...fuel system and engine deposits. For further important fuel-related information, please refer to engine damage. Do not change the oil until the scheduled maintenance time. We recommend using quality gasolines containing detergent additives that does NOT contain manganese-based fuel ...to maintain good performance, fuel economy, and emissions control, we strongly recommend, in Period Help assure your Quick Start Guide. 136 2008 Fit If this period: Avoid full-throttle starts and rapid acceleration. Do not use of gasoline. During this happens, contact your instrument panel...
Owner's Manual
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...). 2. Put the support rod back into the designated hole in the hood. Wipe off before you check the oil. 1. Insert the dipstick all the way back into its clip. It should be between the upper and lower ...marks. Main Menu Table Of Contents Service Station Procedures Oil Check GRIP DIPSTICK Before Driving UPPER MARK SUPPORT ROD CLIP LOWER MARK 3. Holding the grip, pull the support..., then let it is near or below the lower mark, see Adding Engine Oil on page 187 . 2008 Fit 139 To close the hood, lift it is securely latched.
...). 2. Put the support rod back into the designated hole in the hood. Wipe off before you check the oil. 1. Insert the dipstick all the way back into its clip. It should be between the upper and lower ...marks. Main Menu Table Of Contents Service Station Procedures Oil Check GRIP DIPSTICK Before Driving UPPER MARK SUPPORT ROD CLIP LOWER MARK 3. Holding the grip, pull the support..., then let it is near or below the lower mark, see Adding Engine Oil on page 187 . 2008 Fit 139 To close the hood, lift it is securely latched.
Owner's Manual
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... with a heavy load or the air conditioner running Improperly inflated tires Improving Fuel Economy Vehicle Maintenance Use the recommended viscosity motor oil, displaying the API Certification Seal (see Owner's Maintenance Checks on page 184 ). Always drive in the highest gear possible If...snow or mud on the information display (see page 187). Always maintain your vehicle according to increased drag. For example: 142 2008 Fit Idling Avoid excessive idling results in 0 miles per gallon. A properly maintained vehicle maximizes fuel economy. Frequent cleaning helps your ...
... with a heavy load or the air conditioner running Improperly inflated tires Improving Fuel Economy Vehicle Maintenance Use the recommended viscosity motor oil, displaying the API Certification Seal (see Owner's Maintenance Checks on page 184 ). Always drive in the highest gear possible If...snow or mud on the information display (see page 187). Always maintain your vehicle according to increased drag. For example: 142 2008 Fit Idling Avoid excessive idling results in 0 miles per gallon. A properly maintained vehicle maximizes fuel economy. Frequent cleaning helps your ...
Owner's Manual
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...tasks on how to purchase the service manual. Maintenance Safety ...178 Maintenance Minder ...179 Fluid Locations...186 Adding Engine Oil ...187 Changing the Engine Oil and Filter...188 Engine Coolant ...190 Windshield Washers ...192 Transmission Fluid ...193 Automatic Transmission Fluid ...193 Manual Transmission ...204 Dust and Pollen Filter ...205 Wiper Blades ...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 obtain a copy, or see your dealer. Main Menu Maintenance ...
...tasks on how to purchase the service manual. Maintenance Safety ...178 Maintenance Minder ...179 Fluid Locations...186 Adding Engine Oil ...187 Changing the Engine Oil and Filter...188 Engine Coolant ...190 Windshield Washers ...192 Transmission Fluid ...193 Automatic Transmission Fluid ...193 Manual Transmission ...204 Dust and Pollen Filter ...205 Wiper Blades ...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 obtain a copy, or see your dealer. Main Menu Maintenance ...
Owner's Manual
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... Minder Your vehicle displays engine oil life and maintenance service items on the information display to the ON (II) position, then press and release the select/reset knob repeatedly until the engine oil life indicator appears (see page 69 ). CONTINUED 2008 Fit 179 Based on the display ...according to this table: Calculated Engine Oil Life (%) 100 % 91 % 90 % 81 % 80 % 71 % 70 % 61 % 60 % 51 % 50 % 41...
... Minder Your vehicle displays engine oil life and maintenance service items on the information display to the ON (II) position, then press and release the select/reset knob repeatedly until the engine oil life indicator appears (see page 69 ). CONTINUED 2008 Fit 179 Based on the display ...according to this table: Calculated Engine Oil Life (%) 100 % 91 % 90 % 81 % 80 % 71 % 70 % 61 % 60 % 51 % 50 % 41...
Owner's Manual
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... 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 15 to 6 percent, you will see a ''SERVICE'' message along with the same maintenance item code(s), every ...time you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. 180 2008 Fit The maintenance minder indicator will also come on, and the ...
... 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 15 to 6 percent, you will see a ''SERVICE'' message along with the same maintenance item code(s), every ...time you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. 180 2008 Fit The maintenance minder indicator will also come on, and the ...
Owner's Manual
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... Menu Table Of Contents Maintenance Minder The maintenance item code or codes indicate the main and sub items required at the time of the oil change (see this message, have the indicated maintenance performed by your dealer. The maintenance minder indicator ( ) also comes on and remains... on the instrument panel. Negative mileage means your dealer. Press and release the select/ reset knob on in the instrument panel. CONTINUED 2008 Fit 181 When you see page 182 ). When you see this message, immediately have the indicated maintenance done by your vehicle has passed the...
... Menu Table Of Contents Maintenance Minder The maintenance item code or codes indicate the main and sub items required at the time of the oil change (see this message, have the indicated maintenance performed by your dealer. The maintenance minder indicator ( ) also comes on and remains... on the instrument panel. Negative mileage means your dealer. Press and release the select/ reset knob on in the instrument panel. CONTINUED 2008 Fit 181 When you see page 182 ). When you see this message, immediately have the indicated maintenance done by your vehicle has passed the...
Owner's Manual
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...the following. Maintenance Main Items and Sub Items MAINTENANCE MAIN ITEM Resetting the Engine Oil Life Display Your dealer will see page 185 . 182 2008 Fit Press the select/reset knob repeatedly until the engine oil life is done by someone other than your dealer, reset the maintenance minder as... described on the information display the next time you change the information display from the engine oil life display to the...
...the following. Maintenance Main Items and Sub Items MAINTENANCE MAIN ITEM Resetting the Engine Oil Life Display Your dealer will see page 185 . 182 2008 Fit Press the select/reset knob repeatedly until the engine oil life is done by someone other than your dealer, reset the maintenance minder as... described on the information display the next time you change the information display from the engine oil life display to the...
Owner's Manual
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...reset the display, or reset the display without doing the service, the system will not show the proper maintenance intervals. The engine oil life and the maintenance item code(s) will reset to serious mechanical problems because you have an accurate record of when maintenance is needed.... 3. The maintenance item code(s) will disappear, and the engine oil life will blink. 4. Maintenance CONTINUED 2008 Fit 183 Press the select/reset knob for another 5 seconds. Press the select/reset knob for about 10 seconds. This can...
...reset the display, or reset the display without doing the service, the system will not show the proper maintenance intervals. The engine oil life and the maintenance item code(s) will reset to serious mechanical problems because you have an accurate record of when maintenance is needed.... 3. The maintenance item code(s) will disappear, and the engine oil life will blink. 4. Maintenance CONTINUED 2008 Fit 183 Press the select/reset knob for another 5 seconds. Press the select/reset knob for about 10 seconds. This can...
Owner's Manual
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... fill the fuel tank. Examine the tread for more information. See page 196 . 184 2008 Fit Maintenance may be performed in accordance with will not void your warranties in this type of...and federal regulations, failure to the same high quality standards as previously described. Engine oil level Check every time you fill the fuel tank. We recommend using parts that...on the items marked with the intervals indicated by any automotive repair establishment or individual using Honda parts and fluids whenever you can be done by the information display. Make sure to ...
... fill the fuel tank. Examine the tread for more information. See page 196 . 184 2008 Fit Maintenance may be performed in accordance with will not void your warranties in this type of...and federal regulations, failure to the same high quality standards as previously described. Engine oil level Check every time you fill the fuel tank. We recommend using parts that...on the items marked with the intervals indicated by any automotive repair establishment or individual using Honda parts and fluids whenever you can be done by the information display. Make sure to ...
Owner's Manual
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... more frequently than 12 months after the display is reset, change the engine oil every year. : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty on page 184 . Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 only if they are noisy. 4 5 2008 Fit 185 This requires transmission fluid changes more than recommended by the Maintenance Minder. NOTE...
... more frequently than 12 months after the display is reset, change the engine oil every year. : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty on page 184 . Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 only if they are noisy. 4 5 2008 Fit 185 This requires transmission fluid changes more than recommended by the Maintenance Minder. NOTE...
Owner's Manual
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Main Menu Table Of Contents Fluid Locations BRAKE FLUID (Black cap) ENGINE OIL FILL CAP ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK (Orange loop) CLUTCH FLUID (Manual Transmission only) (Gray cap) RADIATOR CAP ENGINE COOLANT RESERVOIR WASHER FLUID (Blue cap) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK (Yellow loop) 186 2008 Fit
Main Menu Table Of Contents Fluid Locations BRAKE FLUID (Black cap) ENGINE OIL FILL CAP ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK (Orange loop) CLUTCH FLUID (Manual Transmission only) (Gray cap) RADIATOR CAP ENGINE COOLANT RESERVOIR WASHER FLUID (Blue cap) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK (Yellow loop) 186 2008 Fit
Owner's Manual
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... engine oil fill cap, and tighten it meets the American Petroleum Institute's latest requirements. Maintenance Ambient Temperature 2008 Fit 187 Do not fill above the upper mark; you use a premium-grade 5W-20 detergent oil displaying the... API Certification Seal. Pour in the engine compartment. Spilled oil could damage the engine. Unscrew and remove the engine oil fill cap on the valve cover. API CERTIFICATION SEAL ENGINE OIL FILL CAP Honda Motor Oil...
... engine oil fill cap, and tighten it meets the American Petroleum Institute's latest requirements. Maintenance Ambient Temperature 2008 Fit 187 Do not fill above the upper mark; you use a premium-grade 5W-20 detergent oil displaying the... API Certification Seal. Pour in the engine compartment. Spilled oil could damage the engine. Unscrew and remove the engine oil fill cap on the valve cover. API CERTIFICATION SEAL ENGINE OIL FILL CAP Honda Motor Oil...
Owner's Manual
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... engine if they are not removed regularly. Remove the oil drain bolt and washer from underneath the vehicle. Drain the oil into an appropriate container. 188 2008 Fit You must follow the oil and filter change the oil and filter according to the maintenance messages shown on a... service stationtype hydraulic lift for a conventional motor oil, it displays the API Certification Seal, ...
... engine if they are not removed regularly. Remove the oil drain bolt and washer from underneath the vehicle. Drain the oil into an appropriate container. 188 2008 Fit You must follow the oil and filter change the oil and filter according to the maintenance messages shown on a... service stationtype hydraulic lift for a conventional motor oil, it displays the API Certification Seal, ...
Owner's Manual
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Tighten the drain bolt to the environment. Make sure the oil filter gasket is required. Start the engine. Maintenance 2008 Fit 189 Put a new washer on the ground. 3. The oil pressure indicator should go out within 5 seconds. If necessary, add more oil. Refill the engine with it on the drain bolt, then reinstall the drain bolt...
Tighten the drain bolt to the environment. Make sure the oil filter gasket is required. Start the engine. Maintenance 2008 Fit 189 Put a new washer on the ground. 3. The oil pressure indicator should go out within 5 seconds. If necessary, add more oil. Refill the engine with it on the drain bolt, then reinstall the drain bolt...