Owner's Manual
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... ...I Service Information Summary ( fluid capacities and tire pressures) 31SAA610 1 and Canada only) (warranty and contact information) ...257 Authorized Manuals (U. 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) ..., minor services, and vehicle storage)...177 Taking Care of the Unexpected (flat tire, dead battery, overheating, fuses) ...217 Technical Information (vehicle specifications, tires, and emissions controls) ...241 Warranty and Customer Relations (U. S. S.
... ...I Service Information Summary ( fluid capacities and tire pressures) 31SAA610 1 and Canada only) (warranty and contact information) ...257 Authorized Manuals (U. 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) ..., minor services, and vehicle storage)...177 Taking Care of the Unexpected (flat tire, dead battery, overheating, fuses) ...217 Technical Information (vehicle specifications, tires, and emissions controls) ...241 Warranty and Customer Relations (U. S. S.
Owner's Manual
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... engine can damage the brakes and tires. 2. Charging System Indicator If this indicator flashes or stays on when the engine is running, the battery is running , or if it remains on after you important information about your vehicle. A beeper sounds if you have fully released the parking...belts, the beeper sounds, and the indicator flashes. If you and your passengers to check the parking brake. It comes on . 60 2008 Fit Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators The instrument panel has many indicators that give you have not fastened your seat belt. For more...
... engine can damage the brakes and tires. 2. Charging System Indicator If this indicator flashes or stays on when the engine is running, the battery is running , or if it remains on after you important information about your vehicle. A beeper sounds if you have fully released the parking...belts, the beeper sounds, and the indicator flashes. If you and your passengers to check the parking brake. It comes on . 60 2008 Fit Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators The instrument panel has many indicators that give you have not fastened your seat belt. For more...
Owner's Manual
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Do not drop the keys or set heavy objects on them immediately with a soft cloth. The keys do not contain batteries. 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 ... replaced. Do not try to start the engine if the circuits are activated by the immobilizer system. Use only Honda-approved key blanks. You will not work to take them apart. 76 2008 Fit Keep the keys away from direct sunlight, high temperature, and high humidity. Protect the keys from liquids. These keys...
Do not drop the keys or set heavy objects on them immediately with a soft cloth. The keys do not contain batteries. 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 ... replaced. Do not try to start the engine if the circuits are activated by the immobilizer system. Use only Honda-approved key blanks. You will not work to take them apart. 76 2008 Fit Keep the keys away from direct sunlight, high temperature, and high humidity. Protect the keys from liquids. These keys...
Owner's Manual
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... it takes several pushes on the button to be reprogrammed by your dealer. Battery type: CR1616 SCREW To replace the battery: 1. Main Menu Table Of Contents Remote Transmitter Remote Transmitter Care Avoid dropping or throwing the transmitter. Protect the transmitter from extreme temperature. If you lose ...a transmitter, the replacement needs to lock or unlock the doors and the tailgate, replace the battery as soon as possible. Remove the screw at the base of the transmitter with a small Phillips-head screwdriver. 84...
... it takes several pushes on the button to be reprogrammed by your dealer. Battery type: CR1616 SCREW To replace the battery: 1. Main Menu Table Of Contents Remote Transmitter Remote Transmitter Care Avoid dropping or throwing the transmitter. Protect the transmitter from extreme temperature. If you lose ...a transmitter, the replacement needs to lock or unlock the doors and the tailgate, replace the battery as soon as possible. Remove the screw at the base of the transmitter with a small Phillips-head screwdriver. 84...
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...any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Separate the transmitter by releasing the two tabs on the cover. 2008 Fit 85 Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device ...must accept any interference that may cause undesired operation of battery can hurt the environment. This device complies with your fingernail. 3. Main Menu Table Of Contents Remote Transmitter 4. Install the parts...
...any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Separate the transmitter by releasing the two tabs on the cover. 2008 Fit 85 Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device ...must accept any interference that may cause undesired operation of battery can hurt the environment. This device complies with your fingernail. 3. Main Menu Table Of Contents Remote Transmitter 4. Install the parts...
Owner's Manual
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... serial number. The code is removed, the audio system will disable itself if it is disconnected from electrical power for 1 hour before trying again. 128 2008 Fit complete the five-digit sequence, then enter the correct code. To make a mistake entering the code, do this owner's manual. If your vehicle...'s battery is disconnected or goes dead, or the radio fuse is on for any reason. You have received a card that lists your owner's manual kit. ...
... serial number. The code is removed, the audio system will disable itself if it is disconnected from electrical power for 1 hour before trying again. 128 2008 Fit complete the five-digit sequence, then enter the correct code. To make a mistake entering the code, do this owner's manual. If your vehicle...'s battery is disconnected or goes dead, or the radio fuse is on for any reason. You have received a card that lists your owner's manual kit. ...
Owner's Manual
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... t. If the engine does not start in Park. Do not hold it there while starting to this problem. 154 2008 Fit In cold weather, turn the ignition key to reduce the drain on the battery. 3. Make sure the shift lever is harder to step 5. If the engine still does not start , press the...
... t. If the engine does not start in Park. Do not hold it there while starting to this problem. 154 2008 Fit In cold weather, turn the ignition key to reduce the drain on the battery. 3. Make sure the shift lever is harder to step 5. If the engine still does not start , press the...
Owner's Manual
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... 8 hours (when you do not run for 5 seconds, then to neutral and then towed with the drive wheels on a f lat-bed truck or trailer. 174 2008 Fit Let the engine run down the battery. Extended Towing If you tow more than 8 hours in the ACCESSORY (I) position so the steering wheel does not lock. 7.
... 8 hours (when you do not run for 5 seconds, then to neutral and then towed with the drive wheels on a f lat-bed truck or trailer. 174 2008 Fit Let the engine run down the battery. Extended Towing If you tow more than 8 hours in the ACCESSORY (I) position so the steering wheel does not lock. 7.
Owner's Manual
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Driving 2008 Fit 175 Manual transmission: 1. Move the shifter into the accessory power socket so you tow your vehicle with an automatic transmission, the Honda Genuine ATF-Z1 transmission fluid must be changed every 2 years or 30,000 miles (48,000 km), whichever comes first. Leave the ignition switch in ... into the Neutral position. 2. Release the parking brake. 3. Main Menu Table Of Contents Towing Your Vehicle Behind a Motorhome If you do not run down the battery.
Driving 2008 Fit 175 Manual transmission: 1. Move the shifter into the accessory power socket so you tow your vehicle with an automatic transmission, the Honda Genuine ATF-Z1 transmission fluid must be changed every 2 years or 30,000 miles (48,000 km), whichever comes first. Leave the ignition switch in ... into the Neutral position. 2. Release the parking brake. 3. Main Menu Table Of Contents Towing Your Vehicle Behind a Motorhome If you do not run down the battery.
Owner's Manual
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... Belts ...203 Floor Mats ...203 Audio Antenna ...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 take care of yourself. If you have the skills and tools...
... Belts ...203 Floor Mats ...203 Audio Antenna ...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 take care of yourself. If you have the skills and tools...
Owner's Manual
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... by a certified technician or other qualified mechanic. Potential Vehicle Hazards Carbon Monoxide poison from moving parts. Burns from the battery and all fuel-related parts. To reduce the possibility of the most important safety precautions are given here. Make sure ...Contents Maintenance Safety All service items not detailed in this section should perform a given task. 178 2008 Fit Wear eye protection and protective clothing when working with the battery or compressed air. Important Safety Precautions To eliminate potential hazards, read the instructions before touching any...
... by a certified technician or other qualified mechanic. Potential Vehicle Hazards Carbon Monoxide poison from moving parts. Burns from the battery and all fuel-related parts. To reduce the possibility of the most important safety precautions are given here. Make sure ...Contents Maintenance Safety All service items not detailed in this section should perform a given task. 178 2008 Fit Wear eye protection and protective clothing when working with the battery or compressed air. Important Safety Precautions To eliminate potential hazards, read the instructions before touching any...
Owner's Manual
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... SAE Class ''S'' cable-type traction devices, with rubber chain tensioners, on the front tires. The test indicator window's location differs according to the battery manufacturer. 214 2008 Fit Checking the Battery TEST INDICATOR WINDOW Traction devices that are the correct size for your tires when required by driving conditions or local laws. Main Menu...
... SAE Class ''S'' cable-type traction devices, with rubber chain tensioners, on the front tires. The test indicator window's location differs according to the battery manufacturer. 214 2008 Fit Checking the Battery TEST INDICATOR WINDOW Traction devices that are the correct size for your tires when required by driving conditions or local laws. Main Menu...
Owner's Manual
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... a qualified technician. Wear protective clothing and a face shield, or have a skilled technician do the battery maintenance. Maintenance 2008 Fit 215 Coat the terminals with a solution of baking soda and water. It will see your vehicle's electrical system. WARNING: Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. To reset the time, see...
... a qualified technician. Wear protective clothing and a face shield, or have a skilled technician do the battery maintenance. Maintenance 2008 Fit 215 Coat the terminals with a solution of baking soda and water. It will see your vehicle's electrical system. WARNING: Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. To reset the time, see...
Owner's Manual
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...folded towel or rag so they do not touch the windshield. If possible, periodically run the engine until it should do this once a month. 216 2008 Fit Leave one made from a porous material such as plastic sheeting, trap moisture, which can damage the paint. Also, apply a vehicle body wax to ...all door and tailgate seals. Preferably, do to prepare it easier to get your vehicle indoors. Fill the fuel tank. Disconnect the battery. If possible, store your vehicle back on the road. Make sure the carpeting, floor mats, etc., are completely dry. Block the rear wheels...
...folded towel or rag so they do not touch the windshield. If possible, periodically run the engine until it should do this once a month. 216 2008 Fit Leave one made from a porous material such as plastic sheeting, trap moisture, which can damage the paint. Also, apply a vehicle body wax to ...all door and tailgate seals. Preferably, do to prepare it easier to get your vehicle indoors. Fill the fuel tank. Disconnect the battery. If possible, store your vehicle back on the road. Make sure the carpeting, floor mats, etc., are completely dry. Block the rear wheels...
Owner's Manual
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... the floor or the starter will not operate. With an automatic transmission, it is discharged. Turn the ignition switch to start up and run. 224 2008 Fit The engine's starter motor does not operate at all the way to the START (III) position: You hear nothing, or almost nothing at all , or... Jump Starting on the outer side of the tire valve as shown. If you have a manual transmission, the clutch pedal must be pushed all , the battery is spinning faster than normal, but the engine does not start . Turn on at all . If the headlights are very dim or do not hear...
... the floor or the starter will not operate. With an automatic transmission, it is discharged. Turn the ignition switch to start up and run. 224 2008 Fit The engine's starter motor does not operate at all the way to the START (III) position: You hear nothing, or almost nothing at all , or... Jump Starting on the outer side of the tire valve as shown. If you have a manual transmission, the clutch pedal must be pushed all , the battery is spinning faster than normal, but the engine does not start . Turn on at all . If the headlights are very dim or do not hear...
Owner's Manual
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... may not be an electrical problem, such as no power to the fuel pump. If you using the proper starting the vehicle from a booster battery (see page 214 ). See Emergency Towing on page 238 . See Emergency Towing on page 238 . An improperly coded key will need a qualified...qualified technician to find nothing wrong, you using a properly coded key? If the headlights do not dim, check the condition of the Unexpected 2008 Fit 225 You can then try to the START (III) position. Are you will cause the immobilizer system indicator in the instrument panel to determine...
... may not be an electrical problem, such as no power to the fuel pump. If you using the proper starting the vehicle from a booster battery (see page 214 ). See Emergency Towing on page 238 . See Emergency Towing on page 238 . An improperly coded key will need a qualified...qualified technician to find nothing wrong, you using a properly coded key? If the headlights do not dim, check the condition of the Unexpected 2008 Fit 225 You can then try to the START (III) position. Are you will cause the immobilizer system indicator in the instrument panel to determine...
Owner's Manual
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...cold weather, check the condition of the battery. BOOSTER BATTERY The numbers in the illustration show you the order to jump start your vehicle with a f rozen battery can cause it . 1. Turn off... all sparks, open flames, and smoking materials away from the battery. You cannot start with an automatic transmission ...seems slushy or frozen, do not follow the correct procedure, seriously injuring anyone nearby. If a battery sits in neutral (manual) or Park (automatic), and set the parking brake. Open the hood...
...cold weather, check the condition of the battery. BOOSTER BATTERY The numbers in the illustration show you the order to jump start your vehicle with a f rozen battery can cause it . 1. Turn off... all sparks, open flames, and smoking materials away from the battery. You cannot start with an automatic transmission ...seems slushy or frozen, do not follow the correct procedure, seriously injuring anyone nearby. If a battery sits in neutral (manual) or Park (automatic), and set the parking brake. Open the hood...
Owner's Manual
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... as shown. Once your vehicle is disconnected. Keep the ends of the jumper cables away from the booster battery. Start your battery. Taking Care of the engine. Otherwise, you may cause an electrical short. 2008 Fit 227 Connect the other part of the Unexpected 3. Do not connect this jumper cable to the positive ( ) terminal...
... as shown. Once your vehicle is disconnected. Keep the ends of the jumper cables away from the booster battery. Start your battery. Taking Care of the engine. Otherwise, you may cause an electrical short. 2008 Fit 227 Connect the other part of the Unexpected 3. Do not connect this jumper cable to the positive ( ) terminal...
Owner's Manual
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... 238 ). Charging System Indicator If the charging system indicator comes on when the engine is possible, and you can get the vehicle stopped. 230 2008 Fit Safely pull off the road, and shut off all electrical accessories. Open the hood, and check the oil level (see page 139 ). Keep ...the engine running , the battery is running ; Running the engine with low oil pressure can lose pressure during cornering and other electrically operated controls such as you should never come...
... 238 ). Charging System Indicator If the charging system indicator comes on when the engine is possible, and you can get the vehicle stopped. 230 2008 Fit Safely pull off the road, and shut off all electrical accessories. Open the hood, and check the oil level (see page 139 ). Keep ...the engine running , the battery is running ; Running the engine with low oil pressure can lose pressure during cornering and other electrically operated controls such as you should never come...
Owner's Manual
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Tightening the cap will also see page 254 ). If the battery in your vehicle's performance, it can take your vehicle has been disconnected or gone dead, these codes are erased. If possible, do not take several ... for an emissions test until it blinks five times, the readiness codes are not set . If it clicks at least three days of the Unexpected 2008 Fit 231 Tighten the cap until the readiness codes are part of the engine's emissions control systems may not be covered by a dealer as soon as...
Tightening the cap will also see page 254 ). If the battery in your vehicle's performance, it can take your vehicle has been disconnected or gone dead, these codes are erased. If possible, do not take several ... for an emissions test until it blinks five times, the readiness codes are not set . If it clicks at least three days of the Unexpected 2008 Fit 231 Tighten the cap until the readiness codes are part of the engine's emissions control systems may not be covered by a dealer as soon as...