Owner's Manual
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This manual will be formatted for printing instead of web use. 2012 Insight Owner's Manual (Unlinked) This document does not contain hyperlinks and may be replaced with a hyperlinked version at the end of the model year. © 2011 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. - This is due to changes in content and specifications of the vehicle that happen throughout the model year. All Rights Reserved P/N 00X31-TM8-6200
This manual will be formatted for printing instead of web use. 2012 Insight Owner's Manual (Unlinked) This document does not contain hyperlinks and may be replaced with a hyperlinked version at the end of the model year. © 2011 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. - This is due to changes in content and specifications of the vehicle that happen throughout the model year. All Rights Reserved P/N 00X31-TM8-6200
Owner's Manual
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...important. Safety Headings such as Driver and Passenger Safety. Safety Section such as Important Safety Reminders or Important Safety Precautions. You must use this vehicle safely is filled with operating or maintaining your own good judgement. These signal words mean: You WILL be HURT if...don't follow instructions. This entire book is an important responsibility. To help you or others , is not practical or possible to use your vehicle. This information alerts you to potential hazards that could hurt you make informed decisions about all the hazards associated with ...
...important. Safety Headings such as Driver and Passenger Safety. Safety Section such as Important Safety Reminders or Important Safety Precautions. You must use this vehicle safely is filled with operating or maintaining your own good judgement. These signal words mean: You WILL be HURT if...don't follow instructions. This entire book is an important responsibility. To help you or others , is not practical or possible to use your vehicle. This information alerts you to potential hazards that could hurt you make informed decisions about all the hazards associated with ...
Owner's Manual
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... system, and other cargo. Technical Information ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information. Driver and Passenger Safety Important information about the proper use , how to breakin your vehicle. Authorized Manuals (U.S. Overview of Contents Contents A convenient reference to protect children with child restraints. There is also... Your Vehicle at a Glance A quick reference to load luggage and other convenience features. Before Driving What gasoline to use and care of your warranty manual for maintenance service. Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S.
... system, and other cargo. Technical Information ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information. Driver and Passenger Safety Important information about the proper use , how to breakin your vehicle. Authorized Manuals (U.S. Overview of Contents Contents A convenient reference to protect children with child restraints. There is also... Your Vehicle at a Glance A quick reference to load luggage and other convenience features. Before Driving What gasoline to use and care of your warranty manual for maintenance service. Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S.
Owner's Manual
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...) AUXILIARY INPUT JACK (P.220) 2 STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENTS (P.128) EX model with navigation system. If equipped Only on vehicles equipped with navigation system is shown. 1: 2: 3: To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel.
...) AUXILIARY INPUT JACK (P.220) 2 STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENTS (P.128) EX model with navigation system. If equipped Only on vehicles equipped with navigation system is shown. 1: 2: 3: To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel.
Owner's Manual
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... ...45 Installing a Child Seat ...46 With LATCH ...47 With a Lap/Shoulder Belt ...49 With a Tether ...51 Protecting Larger Children ...52 Checking Seat Belt Fit ...52 Using a Booster Seat ...53 When Can a Larger Child Sit in your vehicle. Adjust the Head Restraints ...16 5. Maintain a Proper Sitting Position ...18 Advice for Pregnant Women... Belts ...9 Airbags ...10 Protecting Adults and Teens...12 1. It explains how your airbags work. Close and Lock the Doors ...12 2. It shows you how to use seat belts. Adjust the Front Seats ...14 3.
... ...45 Installing a Child Seat ...46 With LATCH ...47 With a Lap/Shoulder Belt ...49 With a Tether ...51 Protecting Larger Children ...52 Checking Seat Belt Fit ...52 Using a Booster Seat ...53 When Can a Larger Child Sit in your vehicle. Adjust the Head Restraints ...16 5. Maintain a Proper Sitting Position ...18 Advice for Pregnant Women... Belts ...9 Airbags ...10 Protecting Adults and Teens...12 1. It explains how your airbags work. Close and Lock the Doors ...12 2. It shows you how to use seat belts. Adjust the Front Seats ...14 3.
Owner's Manual
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Larger children should use the belt properly without a booster seat (see page 17 ). Important Safety Precautions You'll find many safety recommendations throughout this section, and throughout this manual. ..., young children, and short adults are the ones we consider to them . Don't Drink and Drive Alcohol and driving don't mix. Even one drink can use a booster seat and a lap/ shoulder belt until they can cause serious or fatal injuries to occupants who sit too close to be restrained in this...
Larger children should use the belt properly without a booster seat (see page 17 ). Important Safety Precautions You'll find many safety recommendations throughout this section, and throughout this manual. ..., young children, and short adults are the ones we consider to them . Don't Drink and Drive Alcohol and driving don't mix. Even one drink can use a booster seat and a lap/ shoulder belt until they can cause serious or fatal injuries to occupants who sit too close to be restrained in this...
Owner's Manual
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... a safety cage around the passenger compartment, front and rear crush zones, a collapsible steering column, and tensioners that work together to injuries if they are not used properly. Your Vehicle's Safety Features Your vehicle is equipped with many features that tighten the front seat belts in the correct position and always wear...
... a safety cage around the passenger compartment, front and rear crush zones, a collapsible steering column, and tensioners that work together to injuries if they are not used properly. Your Vehicle's Safety Features Your vehicle is equipped with many features that tighten the front seat belts in the correct position and always wear...
Owner's Manual
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Using a seat 6.Maintain a Proper Sitting Position After all occupants have adjustable seat belt anchors. See page 21 for additional information about your seat belts and how ...
Using a seat 6.Maintain a Proper Sitting Position After all occupants have adjustable seat belt anchors. See page 21 for additional information about your seat belts and how ...
Owner's Manual
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... very seriously injured in a crash. Objects on side curtain airbag inflates, a cup holder or other hard object attached on or near a door. Passengers should never use the same seat belt. Keep your hands and arms away from inflating during a crash or emergency stop can prevent your dealer. Improperly replacing could be...
... very seriously injured in a crash. Objects on side curtain airbag inflates, a cup holder or other hard object attached on or near a door. Passengers should never use the same seat belt. Keep your hands and arms away from inflating during a crash or emergency stop can prevent your dealer. Improperly replacing could be...
Owner's Manual
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... 35 ). If the weight is about the sensors, the control unit, the airbag activators, the seat belt tensioners, and driver and front passenger seat belt use when the ignition switch is disconnected in the ON (II) position. Driver and Passenger Safety 27 A sophisticated electronic system that continually monitors and records information...
... 35 ). If the weight is about the sensors, the control unit, the airbag activators, the seat belt tensioners, and driver and front passenger seat belt use when the ignition switch is disconnected in the ON (II) position. Driver and Passenger Safety 27 A sophisticated electronic system that continually monitors and records information...
Owner's Manual
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... 34 ), have the passenger sit upright. One or both side curtain airbags may prevent the cutoff system from the side curtain airbags, occupants should not use a cushion or another object as a backrest. There will detect rapid acceleration and signal the control unit to deploy. Additional Information About Your Airbags If the...
... 34 ), have the passenger sit upright. One or both side curtain airbags may prevent the cutoff system from the side curtain airbags, occupants should not use a cushion or another object as a backrest. There will detect rapid acceleration and signal the control unit to deploy. Additional Information About Your Airbags If the...
Owner's Manual
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... no obstructions are operating properly. 36 The SRS indicator alerts you can safely service. Any airbag that activates must have your We recommend against the use of the seat-back. This must be done by yourself. Look for and remove: Any items under the front passenger's seat. Any seat belt tensioner...
... no obstructions are operating properly. 36 The SRS indicator alerts you can safely service. Any airbag that activates must have your We recommend against the use of the seat-back. This must be done by yourself. Look for and remove: Any items under the front passenger's seat. Any seat belt tensioner...
Owner's Manual
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... approved child seat that infants and children be restrained with a child in your vehicle, be properly restrained in a crash. It begins with a seat belt and use a booster seat if necessary. A larger child should be sure to read this section. Any child too small for infants, small children, and larger children. 38...
... approved child seat that infants and children be restrained with a child in your vehicle, be properly restrained in a crash. It begins with a seat belt and use a booster seat if necessary. A larger child should be sure to read this section. Any child too small for infants, small children, and larger children. 38...
Owner's Manual
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...Even very young belt could be seriously hurt or killed. A child left in a vehicle on your arms and be very seriously injured in a crash. Use the childproof door locks to activate and deactivate the lockable retractor.) Do not leave children alone in a vehicle. Never let two children...General Guidelines Make sure any unused seat belt that a child can reach is buckled, the lockable retractor is activated, and the belt is not in use the same seat belt. Children Additional Safety Precautions Never hold an infant or child on a hot day can prevent children from your lap. If a...
...Even very young belt could be seriously hurt or killed. A child left in a vehicle on your arms and be very seriously injured in a crash. Use the childproof door locks to activate and deactivate the lockable retractor.) Do not leave children alone in a vehicle. Never let two children...General Guidelines Make sure any unused seat belt that a child can reach is buckled, the lockable retractor is activated, and the belt is not in use the same seat belt. Children Additional Safety Precautions Never hold an infant or child on a hot day can prevent children from your lap. If a...
Owner's Manual
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.... Child Seat Type An infant must be properly restrained in a forward-facing position. When properly installed, a rearfacing child seat may be used: a seat designed exclusively for infants, or a convertible seat used in the front seat. Only a rear-facing child seat provides proper support for a baby's head, neck, and back. CONTINUED 43 If...
.... Child Seat Type An infant must be properly restrained in a forward-facing position. When properly installed, a rearfacing child seat may be used: a seat designed exclusively for infants, or a convertible seat used in the front seat. Only a rear-facing child seat provides proper support for a baby's head, neck, and back. CONTINUED 43 If...
Owner's Manual
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...during a crash. Child Seat Placement Child Seat Type Placing a rear-facing child seat in the front seat can be hazardous. Many experts recommend use the child seat until the child reaches the weight or height limit for a rear-facing seat. Protecting Infants and Small Children In any of ...these situations, we recommend those that a small child use of a rear-facing seat up to age two, if the child's height We strongly recommend placing a forward-facing child seat in serious injury ...
...during a crash. Child Seat Placement Child Seat Type Placing a rear-facing child seat in the front seat can be hazardous. Many experts recommend use the child seat until the child reaches the weight or height limit for a rear-facing seat. Protecting Infants and Small Children In any of ...these situations, we recommend those that a small child use of a rear-facing seat up to age two, if the child's height We strongly recommend placing a forward-facing child seat in serious injury ...
Owner's Manual
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... the passenger's front airbag off (see page 35 ), a back seat is properly strapped in front, move the vehicle seat as far to use and care instructions as well as possible, and properly restrain the child. 45 Selecting a Child Seat Most child seats are required to be designed... so that a seat belt be installed using the seat belt and a top tether for added security. Please read the child seat owner's manual for CHildren). Proper installation is because all ...
... the passenger's front airbag off (see page 35 ), a back seat is properly strapped in front, move the vehicle seat as far to use and care instructions as well as possible, and properly restrain the child. 45 Selecting a Child Seat Most child seats are required to be designed... so that a seat belt be installed using the seat belt and a top tether for added security. Please read the child seat owner's manual for CHildren). Proper installation is because all ...
Owner's Manual
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... the seat forward and from side-to-side to the vehicle with the lap part of child seat that it in a different seating position, or use a different style of a lap/shoulder belt or with the LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) system. secured to verify that can be A child seat...
... the seat forward and from side-to-side to the vehicle with the lap part of child seat that it in a different seating position, or use a different style of a lap/shoulder belt or with the LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) system. secured to verify that can be A child seat...
Owner's Manual
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...the child seat. Make sure there are the same for CHildren) at the outer rear seats. Make sure the child is used only with a child seat designed for use with LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for a rearfacing child seat. CONTINUED 47 Secure the child in a crash. The following...child seat maker's instructions. Installing a Child Seat with LATCH Your vehicle is indicated by a small button above the anchor point. You can be used in the child seat according to properly install a child seat. Move the seat belt buckle or tongue away from the lower anchors. 2. BUTTON...
...the child seat. Make sure there are the same for CHildren) at the outer rear seats. Make sure the child is used only with a child seat designed for use with LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for a rearfacing child seat. CONTINUED 47 Secure the child in a crash. The following...child seat maker's instructions. Installing a Child Seat with LATCH Your vehicle is indicated by a small button above the anchor point. You can be used in the child seat according to properly install a child seat. Move the seat belt buckle or tongue away from the lower anchors. 2. BUTTON...
Owner's Manual
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... seat forward and from the lap portion of a lap/ shoulder belt. Attach the tether strap hook to the vehicle with a Lap/ Shoulder Belt When not using the LATCH system, all seating positions except the driver's have a lockable retractor that it is too long and cannot be tightened firmly, find a route where...
... seat forward and from the lap portion of a lap/ shoulder belt. Attach the tether strap hook to the vehicle with a Lap/ Shoulder Belt When not using the LATCH system, all seating positions except the driver's have a lockable retractor that it is too long and cannot be tightened firmly, find a route where...