Owner's Manual
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... that is specially trained in servicing the many systems unique to your vehicle. As you read this owner's manual in the instrument panel helps to operate its driving controls and convenience items. Afterwards, keep your driving trouble-free... shown in your vehicle so you years of your new vehicle. It will learn how to keep this manual. Several warranties protect your rights and responsibilities. Your dealer is to your investment. Read the warranty booklet ... In it at a Glance Chapter Table of Contents Index Book Table of a 2013 Honda Insight was a wise investment.
... that is specially trained in servicing the many systems unique to your vehicle. As you read this owner's manual in the instrument panel helps to operate its driving controls and convenience items. Afterwards, keep your driving trouble-free... shown in your vehicle so you years of your new vehicle. It will learn how to keep this manual. Several warranties protect your rights and responsibilities. Your dealer is to your investment. Read the warranty booklet ... In it at a Glance Chapter Table of Contents Index Book Table of a 2013 Honda Insight was a wise investment.
Owner's Manual
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...Safety Headings such as Driver and Passenger Safety. please read This entire book is very important. Of course, it carefully. 2013 Insight iii You must use this important safety information in this vehicle safely is not practical or possible to warn you don't ...preceded by a safety alert symbol three signal words: DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION. You will find this vehicle correctly and safely. And operating this manual. Safety Section Instructions such as Important Safety Reminders or Important Safety Precautions. A Few Words About Safety Your safety, and the safety of others ...
...Safety Headings such as Driver and Passenger Safety. please read This entire book is very important. Of course, it carefully. 2013 Insight iii You must use this important safety information in this vehicle safely is not practical or possible to warn you don't ...preceded by a safety alert symbol three signal words: DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION. You will find this vehicle correctly and safely. And operating this manual. Safety Section Instructions such as Important Safety Reminders or Important Safety Precautions. A Few Words About Safety Your safety, and the safety of others ...
Owner's Manual
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only) (how to order) ...397 Index ...I Service Information Summary 2013 Insight 1 and Canada only) (warranty and contact information)...393 Authorized Manuals (U.S. Navigation Key Your Vehicle at a Glance Chapter Table of Contents Index Book Table of Contents Contents Owner's Identification Form Your Vehicle at a Glance (main controls) ...3 ...
only) (how to order) ...397 Index ...I Service Information Summary 2013 Insight 1 and Canada only) (warranty and contact information)...393 Authorized Manuals (U.S. Navigation Key Your Vehicle at a Glance Chapter Table of Contents Index Book Table of Contents Contents Owner's Identification Form Your Vehicle at a Glance (main controls) ...3 ...
Owner's Manual
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...Before Driving What gasoline to use, how to breakin your new vehicle, and how to handle them . Driving The proper way to order manuals and other convenience features. There is also a list of the warranties covering your new vehicle, and how to operate the climate control system... only) How to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park. Your Vehicle at a Glance A quick reference to the fuel pump. 2 2013 Insight Maintenance The Maintenance MinderTM shows you when you need when you need to take your vehicle's seat belts, an overview of each instrument panel indicator...
...Before Driving What gasoline to use, how to breakin your new vehicle, and how to handle them . Driving The proper way to order manuals and other convenience features. There is also a list of the warranties covering your new vehicle, and how to operate the climate control system... only) How to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park. Your Vehicle at a Glance A quick reference to the fuel pump. 2 2013 Insight Maintenance The Maintenance MinderTM shows you when you need when you need to take your vehicle's seat belts, an overview of each instrument panel indicator...
Owner's Manual
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... LOCK MASTER SWITCH (P.133) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.149) PADDLE SHIFTERS (P.276) EX model with navigation system is shown. 1 : If equipped 2 : Refer to the navigation system manual. MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAY (P.72, P.75) HAZARD WARNING BUTTON(P.125) NAVIGATION SYSTEM AUDIO SYSTEM (P.168) 2 PASSENGER'S FRONT AIRBAG (P.10) CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (P.162) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (CVT...
... LOCK MASTER SWITCH (P.133) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.149) PADDLE SHIFTERS (P.276) EX model with navigation system is shown. 1 : If equipped 2 : Refer to the navigation system manual. MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAY (P.72, P.75) HAZARD WARNING BUTTON(P.125) NAVIGATION SYSTEM AUDIO SYSTEM (P.168) 2 PASSENGER'S FRONT AIRBAG (P.10) CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (P.162) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (CVT...
Owner's Manual
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... use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel. 2 : If equipped 3 : Only on vehicles equipped with navigation system. Refer to the navigation system manual. 4 2013 Insight
... use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel. 2 : If equipped 3 : Only on vehicles equipped with navigation system. Refer to the navigation system manual. 4 2013 Insight
Owner's Manual
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... designed to changing conditions, and your reaction time gets worse with airbags, make sure you and your passengers always wear your best protection in this manual. Larger children should use a booster seat and a lap/ shoulder belt until they can use the belt properly without a booster seat (see page 17 ). ...'ll find many safety recommendations throughout this section, and throughout this page are the ones we consider to them . The recommendations on this manual. Restrain All Children Children age 12 and under should be the most important. TOC Driver and Passenger Safety...
... designed to changing conditions, and your reaction time gets worse with airbags, make sure you and your passengers always wear your best protection in this manual. Larger children should use a booster seat and a lap/ shoulder belt until they can use the belt properly without a booster seat (see page 17 ). ...'ll find many safety recommendations throughout this section, and throughout this page are the ones we consider to them . The recommendations on this manual. Restrain All Children Children age 12 and under should be the most important. TOC Driver and Passenger Safety...
Owner's Manual
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... front airbag off (see page 35 ), a back seat is key to attach a LATCHcompatible seat once a child reaches a specified weight. Please read the child seat owner's manual for CHildren). Protecting Infants and Small Children, Selecting a Child Seat Even with advanced front airbags that a seat belt be installed using the seat belt and... seat in the front seat can only be used to maximizing your child's safety. Both are LATCHcompatible (Lower Anchors and Tethers for proper installation instructions. 2013 Insight 45 If you choose, follow the child seat manufacturer's use .
... front airbag off (see page 35 ), a back seat is key to attach a LATCHcompatible seat once a child reaches a specified weight. Please read the child seat owner's manual for CHildren). Protecting Infants and Small Children, Selecting a Child Seat Even with advanced front airbags that a seat belt be installed using the seat belt and... seat in the front seat can only be used to maximizing your child's safety. Both are LATCHcompatible (Lower Anchors and Tethers for proper installation instructions. 2013 Insight 45 If you choose, follow the child seat manufacturer's use .
Owner's Manual
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...in front, a child must be sure to follow the rules, including sitting properly, and wearing the seat belt properly throughout a ride. 54 2013 Insight If the seat belt does not fit properly, with or without the child sitting on or near the floor. Protecting Larger Children When Can a ... cause serious injuries to a child who is properly and securely positioned. Physically, a child must be able to : Carefully read the owner's manual, and make sure you understand all seat belt instructions and all children age 12 and under be properly restrained in front. Physical Size If you...
...in front, a child must be sure to follow the rules, including sitting properly, and wearing the seat belt properly throughout a ride. 54 2013 Insight If the seat belt does not fit properly, with or without the child sitting on or near the floor. Protecting Larger Children When Can a ... cause serious injuries to a child who is properly and securely positioned. Physically, a child must be able to : Carefully read the owner's manual, and make sure you understand all seat belt instructions and all children age 12 and under be properly restrained in front. Physical Size If you...
Owner's Manual
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USB ADAPTER CABLE (P.197, P.205) 1 60 2013 Insight Control Locations INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS (P.62) GAUGES (P.72) TOC MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAY (P.72, P.75) HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P.125) 2 MIRROR CONTROLS (P.147) ECON BUTTON (P.127) DOOR ...) PARKING BRAKE LEVER (P.151) 1 HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.248) PADDLE SHIFTERS (P.276) EX model with navigation system is shown. 1 : If equipped 2 : Refer to the navigation system manual.
USB ADAPTER CABLE (P.197, P.205) 1 60 2013 Insight Control Locations INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS (P.62) GAUGES (P.72) TOC MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAY (P.72, P.75) HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P.125) 2 MIRROR CONTROLS (P.147) ECON BUTTON (P.127) DOOR ...) PARKING BRAKE LEVER (P.151) 1 HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.248) PADDLE SHIFTERS (P.276) EX model with navigation system is shown. 1 : If equipped 2 : Refer to the navigation system manual.
Owner's Manual
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You can travel on the multiinformation display (see page 100 ). To reset the AVG. Instruments and Controls 2013 Insight 83 This shows the accumulated traveling time since you want to reset the ELAPSED TIME manually, go to the ON (II) position, ELAPSED TIME is estimated from the fuel economy you received over the last...
You can travel on the multiinformation display (see page 100 ). To reset the AVG. Instruments and Controls 2013 Insight 83 This shows the accumulated traveling time since you want to reset the ELAPSED TIME manually, go to the ON (II) position, ELAPSED TIME is estimated from the fuel economy you received over the last...
Owner's Manual
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Refer to the navigation system manual. 118 2013 Insight Controls Near the Steering Wheel INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS CONTROL KNOB (P.124) TOC WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS (P.119) CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS 2 (P.222) MULTI-INFORMATION BUTTONS 2 (P.76) HEADLIGHTS/...
Refer to the navigation system manual. 118 2013 Insight Controls Near the Steering Wheel INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS CONTROL KNOB (P.124) TOC WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS (P.119) CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS 2 (P.222) MULTI-INFORMATION BUTTONS 2 (P.76) HEADLIGHTS/...
Owner's Manual
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Even with the automatic lighting feature turned on, we recommend that you turn on the lights manually when driving at dusk, for example). The lights and indicator turn the ignition switch to the position. The lights turn the light switch to the ... On EX models TOC AUTO The automatic lighting feature turns on the headlights, all other exterior lights, and the instrument panel lights when it . 122 2013 Insight
Even with the automatic lighting feature turned on, we recommend that you turn on the lights manually when driving at dusk, for example). The lights and indicator turn the ignition switch to the position. The lights turn the light switch to the ... On EX models TOC AUTO The automatic lighting feature turns on the headlights, all other exterior lights, and the instrument panel lights when it . 122 2013 Insight
Owner's Manual
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Have the vehicle checked by your dealer. 140 2013 Insight Hatch Unlocking the Hatch COVER TOC Unlock Instruments and Controls RELEASE LEVER If the power door lock system cannot unlock the hatch, unlock it means there is a problem with the hatch. If you need to open it. Push the release lever to the lower left as shown, and push the hatch to unlock the hatch manually, it manually. Place a cloth on the top side of the cover to prevent scratches, then use a small flat-tip screwdriver to remove the cover on the back of the hatch.
Have the vehicle checked by your dealer. 140 2013 Insight Hatch Unlocking the Hatch COVER TOC Unlock Instruments and Controls RELEASE LEVER If the power door lock system cannot unlock the hatch, unlock it means there is a problem with the hatch. If you need to open it. Push the release lever to the lower left as shown, and push the hatch to unlock the hatch manually, it manually. Place a cloth on the top side of the cover to prevent scratches, then use a small flat-tip screwdriver to remove the cover on the back of the hatch.
Owner's Manual
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See the navigation system manual for your vehicle can also be operated using the voice control system. You will see AUTO in your preference. During the auto idle stop, the ... the temperature of conditioned and/or heated air that will be turned off . The system also adjusts the fan speed and airflow levels. 1. Features CONTINUED 2013 Insight 163 Using Automatic Climate Control The automatic climate control system in the display. 2. The system automatically selects the proper mix of the airflow. If the...
See the navigation system manual for your vehicle can also be operated using the voice control system. You will see AUTO in your preference. During the auto idle stop, the ... the temperature of conditioned and/or heated air that will be turned off . The system also adjusts the fan speed and airflow levels. 1. Features CONTINUED 2013 Insight 163 Using Automatic Climate Control The automatic climate control system in the display. 2. The system automatically selects the proper mix of the airflow. If the...
Owner's Manual
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... between on and off. Semi-automatic Operation You can manually select various functions of the climate control system when it is taken out of AUTO mode. Press the side of the bar to decrease them. Features 164 2013 Insight Fan Control Press the side of the bar to increase... the fan speed and airflow. To keep stale air and mustiness from collecting, you should have the fan running at full cooling or heating only. Making any manual selection causes the word AUTO...
... between on and off. Semi-automatic Operation You can manually select various functions of the climate control system when it is taken out of AUTO mode. Press the side of the bar to decrease them. Features 164 2013 Insight Fan Control Press the side of the bar to increase... the fan speed and airflow. To keep stale air and mustiness from collecting, you should have the fan running at full cooling or heating only. Making any manual selection causes the word AUTO...
Owner's Manual
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... the fan speed to high. Air flows from the inside of the windshield. For faster defrosting, manually set as follows: . Select automatically switches to help clear the 3. to fresh air mode and turns on the A/C. 2. Air flows from the dashboard vents in ... vents in the dashboard. Climate Control System Mode Control Windshield Defroster Button Use the mode control button to the windshield for faster defrosting. Features 166 2013 Insight
... the fan speed to high. Air flows from the inside of the windshield. For faster defrosting, manually set as follows: . Select automatically switches to help clear the 3. to fresh air mode and turns on the A/C. 2. Air flows from the dashboard vents in ... vents in the dashboard. Climate Control System Mode Control Windshield Defroster Button Use the mode control button to the windshield for faster defrosting. Features 166 2013 Insight
Owner's Manual
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For EX model with navigation system, see navigation system manual for how to use your vehicle's audio system. TOC Insight model LX and EX models without navigation system, see pages 169 through 211 . Audio System An audio system is standard on all models. Features 168 2013 Insight For LX and EX models without navigation system For Insight model, see pages 181 through 180 . Read the appropriate pages (as shown below) to operate the audio system.
For EX model with navigation system, see navigation system manual for how to use your vehicle's audio system. TOC Insight model LX and EX models without navigation system, see pages 169 through 211 . Audio System An audio system is standard on all models. Features 168 2013 Insight For LX and EX models without navigation system For Insight model, see pages 181 through 180 . Read the appropriate pages (as shown below) to operate the audio system.
Owner's Manual
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...the disc. The chart on damaged discs, see page 215. If the code does not disappear, or the disc cannot be reloaded automatically. 180 2013 Insight Do not try to a dealer. If there is still a problem, the error message will try to your dealer. Error Message CD FORMAT ...BAD DISC CHECK MANUAL PUSH EJECT BAD DISC CHECK MANUAL Cause Track/File format not supported Mechanical Error Solution Current track will not be removed, consult your dealer. Press the eject button...
...the disc. The chart on damaged discs, see page 215. If the code does not disappear, or the disc cannot be reloaded automatically. 180 2013 Insight Do not try to a dealer. If there is still a problem, the error message will try to your dealer. Error Message CD FORMAT ...BAD DISC CHECK MANUAL PUSH EJECT BAD DISC CHECK MANUAL Cause Track/File format not supported Mechanical Error Solution Current track will not be removed, consult your dealer. Press the eject button...
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... reappear. If the code does not disappear, or the disc cannot be skipped. TOC BAD DISC PLEASE CHECK OWNERS MANUAL PUSH EJECT Features Mechanical Error FOCUS Error CHECK DISC TOC Error 194 2013 Insight If there is not scratched or damaged. Press the EJECT button and pull out the disc. Make sure it...
... reappear. If the code does not disappear, or the disc cannot be skipped. TOC BAD DISC PLEASE CHECK OWNERS MANUAL PUSH EJECT Features Mechanical Error FOCUS Error CHECK DISC TOC Error 194 2013 Insight If there is not scratched or damaged. Press the EJECT button and pull out the disc. Make sure it...