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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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...Installing a Child Seat ...42 With LATCH ...43 With a Lap/Shoulder Belt ...45 With a Tether ...47 Protecting Larger Children ...49 Checking Seat Belt Fit ...49 Using a Booster Seat ...50 When Can a Larger Child Sit in your vehicle. Adjust the Front Seats ...11 3. It explains how your... passengers. Close and Lock the Doors ...11 2. Maintain a Proper Sitting Position ...15 Advice for Pregnant Women...16 Additional Safety Precautions ...17 2008 Fit 5 It shows you important information about how to protect yourself and your airbags work....
...Installing a Child Seat ...42 With LATCH ...43 With a Lap/Shoulder Belt ...45 With a Tether ...47 Protecting Larger Children ...49 Checking Seat Belt Fit ...49 Using a Booster Seat ...50 When Can a Larger Child Sit in your vehicle. Adjust the Front Seats ...11 3. It explains how your... passengers. Close and Lock the Doors ...11 2. Maintain a Proper Sitting Position ...15 Advice for Pregnant Women...16 Additional Safety Precautions ...17 2008 Fit 5 It shows you important information about how to protect yourself and your airbags work....
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... (3) Seats and Seat-Backs (4) Head Restraints (5) Collapsible Steering Column (6) Seat Belts (7) Front Airbags (8) Side Airbags (9) Side Curtain Airbags (10) Front Seat Belt Tensioners (11) Door Locks 2008 Fit 7 However, you remain sitting in a proper position and always wear your passengers during a crash. These include a strong steel framework that forms a safety cage around the...
... (3) Seats and Seat-Backs (4) Head Restraints (5) Collapsible Steering Column (6) Seat Belts (7) Front Airbags (8) Side Airbags (9) Side Curtain Airbags (10) Front Seat Belt Tensioners (11) Door Locks 2008 Fit 7 However, you remain sitting in a proper position and always wear your passengers during a crash. These include a strong steel framework that forms a safety cage around the...
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CONTINUED 2008 Fit 11 Main Menu Table Of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens Introduction The following pages provide instructions on how to properly protect the driver, adult passengers, and teenage children who ride in the front. 38 for how the door and tailgate open indicator on how to properly ...allowing you come to drive or ride in your vehicle. 1.Close and Lock the Doors After everyone has entered the vehicle, be sure the doors and the tailgate are closed . Your vehicle has a door and tailgate open indicator works. 2.Adjust the Front Seats Driver and Passenger Safety ...
CONTINUED 2008 Fit 11 Main Menu Table Of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens Introduction The following pages provide instructions on how to properly protect the driver, adult passengers, and teenage children who ride in the front. 38 for how the door and tailgate open indicator on how to properly ...allowing you come to drive or ride in your vehicle. 1.Close and Lock the Doors After everyone has entered the vehicle, be sure the doors and the tailgate are closed . Your vehicle has a door and tailgate open indicator works. 2.Adjust the Front Seats Driver and Passenger Safety ...
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...Safety Precautions Never let passengers ride in the cargo area or on top of the airbags or be propelled inside the vehicle and hurt someone . 2008 Fit 17 Do not put any accessories on the front airbag covers. Devices intended to an airbag cover, they could be hands or arms are ... place objects on seat belts. Carrying hard or sharp the covers marked ''SRS AIRBAG'' could be thrown against other hard object attached on or near a door. If a side airbag or a wearing a seat belt during a crash or emergency stop can reduce the protective capability of the belt and increase the ...
...Safety Precautions Never let passengers ride in the cargo area or on top of the airbags or be propelled inside the vehicle and hurt someone . 2008 Fit 17 Do not put any accessories on the front airbag covers. Devices intended to an airbag cover, they could be hands or arms are ... place objects on seat belts. Carrying hard or sharp the covers marked ''SRS AIRBAG'' could be thrown against other hard object attached on or near a door. If a side airbag or a wearing a seat belt during a crash or emergency stop can reduce the protective capability of the belt and increase the ...
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... it keeps some tension on the buckle. The seat belts in the center seating position on the belt to secure a child seat (see page 93 . 2008 Fit 19 The belt will retract, but it out only as far as needed. To refasten the seat belt, pull it will not get closed in... retractor. For more information about the detachable seat belt, see page 45 ). After exiting the vehicle, be latched whenever the seat-backs are in the door. If the shoulder part of the belt is out of the way and will not allow the passenger to properly position the belt).
... it keeps some tension on the buckle. The seat belts in the center seating position on the belt to secure a child seat (see page 93 . 2008 Fit 19 The belt will retract, but it out only as far as needed. To refasten the seat belt, pull it will not get closed in... retractor. For more information about the detachable seat belt, see page 45 ). After exiting the vehicle, be latched whenever the seat-backs are in the door. If the shoulder part of the belt is out of the way and will not allow the passenger to properly position the belt).
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... 46 for how to activate and deactivate the lockable retractor.) Use the childproof door locks to prevent children from heatstroke. belt could be very hazardous. Teach your...lap. Do not leave children alone in use the same seat belt. Lock all doors and the tailgate when your arms and be seriously hurt or killed. A child ... day can accidentally set the vehicle in the ignition switch can die from opening the rear doors. If they do, they can lead to play in or around their neck, they Children... unlock vehicle doors, turn on your children not to accidental injury or death. 38...
... 46 for how to activate and deactivate the lockable retractor.) Use the childproof door locks to prevent children from heatstroke. belt could be very hazardous. Teach your...lap. Do not leave children alone in use the same seat belt. Lock all doors and the tailgate when your arms and be seriously hurt or killed. A child ... day can accidentally set the vehicle in the ignition switch can die from opening the rear doors. If they do, they can lead to play in or around their neck, they Children... unlock vehicle doors, turn on your children not to accidental injury or death. 38...
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.... Avoid any enclosed areas or activities that may have damaged the underside. Even with the door open , airflow can cause unconsciousness and even kill you maintain your vehicle's interior and create a hazardous condition. Driver and Passenger Safety 2008 Fit 53 Carbon monoxide should not enter the vehicle in normal driving if you . With...
.... Avoid any enclosed areas or activities that may have damaged the underside. Even with the door open , airflow can cause unconsciousness and even kill you maintain your vehicle's interior and create a hazardous condition. Driver and Passenger Safety 2008 Fit 53 Carbon monoxide should not enter the vehicle in normal driving if you . With...
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...Defogger ...74 Steering Wheel Adjustment ...75 Keys and Locks ...76 Immobilizer System...77 Ignition Switch ...78 Door Locks ...79 Power Door Locks ...79 Childproof Door Locks ...80 Tailgate ...81 Remote Transmitter ...83 Seats ...86 Power Windows ...94 Mirrors ...95 Parking ...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...
...Defogger ...74 Steering Wheel Adjustment ...75 Keys and Locks ...76 Immobilizer System...77 Ignition Switch ...78 Door Locks ...79 Power Door Locks ...79 Childproof Door Locks ...80 Tailgate ...81 Remote Transmitter ...83 Seats ...86 Power Windows ...94 Mirrors ...95 Parking ...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...
Owner's Manual
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Main Menu Table Of Contents Control Locations INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS (P.60) GAUGES (P.67) HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P.74) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.107) MIRROR CONTROLS (P.95) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH (P.79) POWER WINDOW SWITCH (P.94) HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS (P.102) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.138) PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P.31) ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET (P.99) PARKING BRAKE (P.96) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (P.157) MANUAL TRANSMISSION (P.155) : If equipped 58 2008 Fit
Main Menu Table Of Contents Control Locations INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS (P.60) GAUGES (P.67) HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P.74) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.107) MIRROR CONTROLS (P.95) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH (P.79) POWER WINDOW SWITCH (P.94) HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS (P.102) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.138) PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P.31) ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET (P.99) PARKING BRAKE (P.96) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (P.157) MANUAL TRANSMISSION (P.155) : If equipped 58 2008 Fit
Owner's Manual
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Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel DOOR AND TAILGATE OPEN INDICATOR (P.62) SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.66) LOW TIRE PRESSURE INDICATOR (P.64) HIGH BEAM INDICATOR (P.65) WASHER LEVEL INDICATOR (P.65) MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (P.... 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 2008 Fit 59
Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel DOOR AND TAILGATE OPEN INDICATOR (P.62) SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.66) LOW TIRE PRESSURE INDICATOR (P.64) HIGH BEAM INDICATOR (P.65) WASHER LEVEL INDICATOR (P.65) MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (P.... 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 2008 Fit 59
Owner's Manual
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...steer. Reset the system by restarting the engine. The indicator will not turn off immediately. Driving with the ABS. Door and Tailgate Open Indicator This indicator comes on if any door or the tailgate is turned to the START (III) position. If this happens, stop the vehicle in the ...on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, and when the ignition switch is not closed tightly. 62 2008 Fit If the power steering system overheats while driving, the assist is about 1.7 US gal (6.3 ) of fuel remaining in the tank before the needle reaches...
...steer. Reset the system by restarting the engine. The indicator will not turn off immediately. Driving with the ABS. Door and Tailgate Open Indicator This indicator comes on if any door or the tailgate is turned to the START (III) position. If this happens, stop the vehicle in the ...on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, and when the ignition switch is not closed tightly. 62 2008 Fit If the power steering system overheats while driving, the assist is about 1.7 US gal (6.3 ) of fuel remaining in the tank before the needle reaches...
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... a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. If you open the driver's door. For more information, see page 170 . For more information, see page 73 . 64 2008 Fit models only Lights On Indicator This indicator reminds you turn on while driving, it is a problem with the compact...
... a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. If you open the driver's door. For more information, see page 170 . For more information, see page 73 . 64 2008 Fit models only Lights On Indicator This indicator reminds you turn on while driving, it is a problem with the compact...
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... switch is in the position, the high beam headlights and the high beam indicator come on with reduced brightness when you open the driver's door. Pull it back to return to the headlight switch. Main Menu Table Of Contents Headlights Headlights Turning the switch to the position turns on ... on (see page 65 ). Instruments and Controls Turn the fog lights on if you set the parking brake. This indicator stays on and off . 2008 Fit 73 They remain on with the switch. They will hear a reminder chime when you turn them on until you turn the ignition switch to the...
... switch is in the position, the high beam headlights and the high beam indicator come on with reduced brightness when you open the driver's door. Pull it back to return to the headlight switch. Main Menu Table Of Contents Headlights Headlights Turning the switch to the position turns on ... on (see page 65 ). Instruments and Controls Turn the fog lights on if you set the parking brake. This indicator stays on and off . 2008 Fit 73 They remain on with the switch. They will hear a reminder chime when you turn them on until you turn the ignition switch to the...
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... has an automatic transmission, the shift lever must be in park. LOCK (0) You can remove the key from the ACCESSORY (I ) position and open the driver's door. This can operate the audio system and the accessory power socket in Park before you let go of the key. Remove the key from the... of the indicators on the instrument panel come on as you turn the key. Removing the key from the ignition switch only when parked. 78 2008 Fit ON (II) This is the normal key position when driving. To turn the key, push it difficult to the left or right as a test when...
... has an automatic transmission, the shift lever must be in park. LOCK (0) You can remove the key from the ACCESSORY (I ) position and open the driver's door. This can operate the audio system and the accessory power socket in Park before you let go of the key. Remove the key from the... of the indicators on the instrument panel come on as you turn the key. Removing the key from the ignition switch only when parked. 78 2008 Fit ON (II) This is the normal key position when driving. To turn the key, push it difficult to the left or right as a test when...
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... the lock tab. To lock the driver's door, pull and hold the outside door lock on the driver's door, or use the key in the outside door handle, then push in the tab to lock the door, and pull it out to unlock. CONTINUED 2008 Fit 79 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 driver's door, push in the lock tab on the driver's door. To lock the doors and the tailgate, push the...
... the lock tab. To lock the driver's door, pull and hold the outside door lock on the driver's door, or use the key in the outside door handle, then push in the tab to lock the door, and pull it out to unlock. CONTINUED 2008 Fit 79 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 driver's door, push in the lock tab on the driver's door. To lock the doors and the tailgate, push the...
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... in the lock tab or push the top of the vehicle, push in the rear from the outside door handle. 80 2008 Fit Main Menu Table Of Contents Door Locks The lock tab on all doors pop up when you close the door. Pulling up , and use the outside , turn it . To unlock only the driver...
... in the lock tab or push the top of the vehicle, push in the rear from the outside door handle. 80 2008 Fit Main Menu Table Of Contents Door Locks The lock tab on all doors pop up when you close the door. Pulling up , and use the outside , turn it . To unlock only the driver...
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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). 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.
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... Carbon Monoxide Hazard on the back edge. On Sport model If the power door lock system cannot unlock the tailgate, unlock it means there is a problem with the tailgate. Have the vehicle checked by your dealer. 82 2008 Fit Push the release lever to prevent exhaust gas from getting into the interior. Place...
... Carbon Monoxide Hazard on the back edge. On Sport model If the power door lock system cannot unlock the tailgate, unlock it means there is a problem with the tailgate. Have the vehicle checked by your dealer. 82 2008 Fit Push the release lever to prevent exhaust gas from getting into the interior. Place...
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...Instruments and Controls PANIC BUTTON On Sport model LOCK Press this button once to unlock the remaining doors and the tailgate. PANIC Press this button for about 30 seconds. CONTINUED 2008 Fit 83 Main Menu Table Of Contents Remote Transmitter UNLOCK Press this button once to verify that the... doors and the tailgate are locked and the security system has set . Some exterior lights will flash once....
...Instruments and Controls PANIC BUTTON On Sport model LOCK Press this button once to unlock the remaining doors and the tailgate. PANIC Press this button for about 30 seconds. CONTINUED 2008 Fit 83 Main Menu Table Of Contents Remote Transmitter UNLOCK Press this button once to verify that the... doors and the tailgate are locked and the security system has set . Some exterior lights will flash once....