Honda 00X31-TK6-6100 Manuel d'utilisateur

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ꭧ1: To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel.ꭧ2: If equipped.ꭧ3: Only on vehicles equipped with navigation system. Refer to the nav

ArmrestOn Sport model and Canadian LX modelThe driver's seat has an armrest onthe side of the seat-back. To use,pivot it down.Rear Seat Adjustmen

Adjusting the Head RestraintThe head restraints adjust for height.You need both hands to adjust arestraint. Do not attempt to adjust itwhile driving.

Active Head RestraintsThe driver's and front passenger'sseats have active head restraints. If thevehicle is struck severely from the rear,th

Folding the Rear Seat UpThe left and right rear seat cushionscan be lifted up separately to makeroom for cargo.Remove any items from the seatbefore yo

When you fold down the driver's siderear seat, use the latch plate torelease the center seat belt from thedetachable anchor (see page 99).Allow t

Detachable AnchorThe seat belt in the rear center seatis equipped with a detachableanchor.This allows the center seat belt to beunlatched when the dri

To unlatch the detachable anchor,insert the latch plate into the slot onthe side of the anchor buckle. Storethe detachable anchor and seat beltlatch p

AUTO － To open or close thedriver's window, push or pull thewindow switch firmly down or up tothe second detent, and release it.The window will a

3. Push the appropriate edge of theadjustment switch to move themirror right, left, up, or down.4. When you finish, move theselector switch to the cen

Driving the vehicle with the parkingbrake applied can damage the rearbrakes and axles. A beeper will sound ifthe vehicle is driven with the parkingbra

This section gives you importantinformation about how to protectyourself and your passengers. It showsyou how to use seat belts. It explainshow your a

SEAT-BACK POCKETꭧ1COAT HOOKFRONT DOOR POCKETVANITY MIRRORSSUN VISORSEAT UNDER BOXCENTER POCKETPASSENGER'S TRAYUPPER GLOVE BOXACCESSORY POWER SOCK

Lower Glove BoxOpen the lower glove box by pullingthe bottom of the handle. Close itwith a firm push.An open glove box can causeserious injury to your

Beverage HoldersBe careful when you are using thebeverage holders. A spilled liquidthat is very hot can scald you or yourpassengers. Liquid can also s

Ceiling LightThe ceiling light has a three-positionswitch: ON, Door Activated, andOFF. In the Door Activated (center)position, the light comes on when

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The heating and air conditioningsystem in your vehicle provides acomfortable driving environment inall weather conditions.The standard audio system ha

ꭧ: If equippedTEMPERATURECONTROL DIALFAN CONTROL DIALREAR WINDOWDEFOGGER BUTTONAIR CONDITIONINGBUTTONꭧFRESH AIR/RECIRCULATION LEVERREAR WINDOW DEFOGGE

Airflow ControlsFan Control DialTurn this dial to increase or decreasethe fan speed and airflow.Temperature Control DialTurning this dial clockwise in

When you select or , thesystem automatically turns on theA/C (if equipped). You cannot turnthe A/C off in this mode.VentilationThe flow-through ventil

If the interior is very warm,you cancool it down more rapidly by partiallyopening the windows, turning on theA/C, and setting the fan to maximumspeed

You'll find many safetyrecommendations throughout thissection, and throughout this manual.The recommendations on this page arethe ones we conside

To Remove Exterior Frost or IceFrom the Windows1. Set the fan and temperaturecontrols to maximum level.2. Select. The systemautomatically turns on the

ꂺ PLAY BUTTONPOWER ( ꂻ ) BUTTONPRESET BUTTONSFM/AM BUTTONTUNE/SEEK( ꀾSEEK)BUTTONTITLE BUTTONSCAN BUTTONSOUND ( ꂼ/ꂽ ) BUTTONDISPLAYꂹꂾBUTTONVOL/SELECTKN

To Play the FM/AM RadioThe ignition switch must be in theACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position.Turn the system on by pushing theFM/AM button. Adjust the v

PRESET － Each preset button (1－6) can store one frequency on AM,and two frequencies on FM.1. Select the desired band, AM orFM. FM1 and FM2 let you sto

Radio Data System (RDS)On the FM band, you can select afavorite station and display theprogram service name according tothe information provided by th

Radio Data System (RDS) CategoryOn the FM band selected, you canselect the program category providedby the RDS. Pressor PLAYbutton to display and sele

If the system does not find a station,‘‘NOTHING’’ will be blinking forabout 5 seconds, then the systemgoes back to the last selected station.RDS Progr

Adjusting the SoundPress the SOUND () button toselect an appropriate setting: bass,treble, fader, balance, and SVC(speed-sensitive volumecompensation)

ꂺ PLAY BUTTONCD BUTTONDISC EJECT( ꁎ ) BUTTONRANDOMBUTTONSEEK/SKIP( ꀽSEEK)BUTTONTITLE BUTTONSCAN BUTTONDISC SLOTꂹꂾBUTTONVOL/SELECT KNOBREPEAT BUTTONSEE

To Play a DiscTo load or play discs, the ignitionswitch must be in the ACCESSORY(I) or ON (II) position.You operate the in-dash disc playerwith the sa

Your vehicle is equipped with manyfeatures that work together to protectyou and your passengers during acrash.Some features do not require anyaction o

The specifications of the compatibleMP3 file are:Sampling frequency:32/44.1/48 kHz (MPEG1), 24/22.05/16 kHz (MPEG2)Bit rate:32/40/48/56/64/80/96/112/1

If you press and hold the TITLEbutton again, the display shows thefirst 15 characters again.If any letter is not available, it isreplaced with ‘‘ . ’’

In MP3/W MA modeFOLDER SELECTION － To selecta different folder, press theorPLAY button. Press thebutton to skip to the next folder, andthePLAY button

SCAN － The scan function samplesall the tracks on the disc in the orderthey are recorded on the disc (allfiles in the selected folder in MP3 orWMA mod

The chart on the right explains theerror messages you may see in thedisplay while playing a disc.If you see an error message in thedisplay while playi

ꂺ PLAY BUTTONUSB INDICATORRANDOMBUTTONꀽSEEK(SKIP ＋)BUTTONTITLE BUTTONAUX BUTTONꂹꂾBUTTONVOL/SELECT KNOBREPEAT BUTTONꀾSEEK(SKIP －)BUTTONiPod INDICATORPO

To Play an iPodꭂThis audio system can operate theaudio files on the iPodꭂwith thesame controls used for the in-dashdisc player. To play an iPod, conne

Connecting an iPod1. Open the upper glove box, and pullout the USB adapter cable.2. Connect your dock connector tothe iPod correctly and securely.3. I

The display shows up to about 16characters of the selected data. If thetext data has more than 16characters, you will see the first 15characters and t

You can also select a file from any liston the iPod menu: playlists, artists,albums and songs, by using theVOL/SELECT knob. Push the VOL/SELECT knob t

Seat BeltsYour vehicle is equipped with seatbelts in all seating positions.Your seat belt system also includesan indicator on the instrument paneland

SHUFFLE ALBUM － This featureplays all available albums in aselected list (playlists, artists, albumsor songs) in random order. The filesin each album

If you see an error message on theaudio display while playing an iPod,find the solution in the chart to theright. If you cannot clear the errormessage

ꂺ PLAY BUTTONUSB INDICATORRANDOMBUTTONꀽSEEK(SKIP ＋)BUTTONTITLE BUTTONAUX BUTTONꂹꂾBUTTONVOL/SELECT KNOBREPEAT BUTTONꀾSEEK(SKIP －)BUTTONPOWER ( ꂻ ) BUTT

To Play a USB Flash MemoryDeviceThis audio system can operate theaudio files on a USB flash memorydevice with the same controls usedfor the in-dash di

–Supported standards:MPEG1 Audio Layer3MPEG2 Audio LSF Layer3–Partition: Top partition only–Maximum layers: 8The specifications for compatibleWMA file

2. Connect the USB flash memorydevice to the USB connectorcorrectly and securely.When the USB flash memory deviceis connected, the USB indicator issho

To Select a File from Folder and FileListsYou can also select a folder or file byusing the VOL/SELECT knob. Pushthe VOL/SELECT knob to switch thedispl

SCAN － This feature samples allfiles in the selected folder in theorder they are stored. To activate thescan feature, press the SCAN button.You will s

If you see an error message on theaudio display while playing a USBflash memory device, find thesolution in the chart to the right. Ifyou cannot clear

SOUND ICONSCANBUTTONAM/FMBUTTONAUDIOBUTTONAUTO SELECT ICONPRESET BUTTONSBACK GROUND ICONFM1 ICONTUNE BARAM ICONFM2 ICONPOWER/VOLUME KNOBCONTINUEDPlayi

AirbagsYour vehicle has a supplementalrestraint system (SRS) with frontairbags to help protect the heads andchests of the driver and a front seatpasse

Voice Control SystemIn addition to the standard audiocontrols, the audio system in yourvehicle can be operated using thevoice control system. See then

SEEK － The SEEK functionsearches up and down from thecurrent frequency to find a stationwith a strong signal. To activate it,press and hold theor side

AUTO SELECT － If you aretraveling far from home and can nolonger receive your preset stations,you can use the auto select feature tofind stations in t

BASS － Adjusts the bass.TREBLE － Adjusts the treble. Toadjust the treble and bass, touchoron each side of the treble orbass adjustment bar. The adjust

Screen ModeYou can select the backgroundscreen to display the sound level.There are three screen modes: level(the sound level is shown with thevertica

POWER/VOLUMEKNOBJOYSTICKREPEAT BUTTONCD ICONRANDOMBUTTONOPEN BUTTONCD/AUX BUTTONAUDIO BUTTONSCAN BUTTONTUNE FOLDERBARREWIND BUTTONFAST FORWARDBUTTONSK

To Play a Disc(In-dash single player)You operate the in-dash disc playerwith the same controls used for theradio. To load or play discs, theignition s

To Load a DiscThe in-dash disc player is behind thenavigation screen. To use the discplayer, press the OPEN buttonbeside the screen. The screen foldsb

Press the AUDIO button beside thescreen to show the audio display andoperate the in-dash disc player.You can also operate the audiosystem without usin

In MP3 or WMA modeFOLDER SELECTION － To selecta different folder, press either side ofthe TUNE FOLDER bar to move tothe beginning of the next folder.P

The most important things you needto know about your airbags are:●Airbags do not replace seat belts.They are designed to supplementthe seat belts.●Air

SCAN (TRACK/FILE SCAN) －The scan function samples all tracks(files in MP3 or WMA) in the orderthey were recorded. To activate scan,press the SCAN butt

When playing a CD recorded withtext data, each track name is shownon the audio display. With a discrecorded in MP3 or WMA, the foldernumber and the lo

Removing a DiscTo remove a disc from the audio unit,fold back the screen by pressing theOPEN button (see page 150). Pressthe disc eject button () to r

If you see an error message in thedisplay while playing a disc, find thecause in the chart to the right. If youcannot clear the error message, takeyou

TRACK LIST ICONPOWER/VOLUME KNOBPC CARD ICONJOYSTICKOPEN BUTTONPLAY MODEICONCD/AUX BUTTONAUDIO BUTTONSCAN BUTTONTUNE FOLDERBARREPEAT BUTTONRANDOM BUTT

To Play a PC cardYou operate the PC card player withthe same controls used for the radioand the in-dash disc player. To loador play a card, the igniti

The specifications for compatibleWMA files are:–Sampling frequency:32/44.1/48 kHz–Bit rate:48/64/80/96/128/160/192 kbps–Compatible with variable bit r

There are three play modes: Folder,Artist, and Album. Touch the PLAYMODE icon, then choose one of themodes by touching its icon. When amode is selecte

To select a play mode, push theAUDIO button to show the audiodisplay, then touch the PLAY MODEicon on the display.Select the desired mode by touchingt

If you select ‘‘Play a new track list,’’the system goes into the selectedplay mode immediately and begins toplay the new track list.To go back to the

IntroductionThe following pages provideinstructions on how to properlyprotect the driver, adult passengers,and teenage children who are largeenough an

SKIP － Each time you press(preset 6), the player skips forwardto the beginning of the next file.Press(preset 5), to skipbackward to the beginning of t

The system then selects and playsfiles randomly. This continues untilyou deactivate each random play bypressing the RDM button again.SCAN － The SCAN f

Using a Track ListYou can also select a file directlyfrom a track list on the audio display.Press the AUDIO button to show theaudio display, then touc

In album mode, the album name isalso displayed on the right side ofeach selectable icon. Select thedesired file.Song Search FunctionWhen you select ‘‘

Searching for a Song Title by keywordIn Title by keyword mode, enter thetitle name, or any keyword, bytouching the letter icons on thescreen. Press th

Searching for a Song by Album NameSelect the Album icon, and the albumlist appears. Select the desiredalbum, and its song list is displayed.You can th

iPod INDICATORPOWER/VOLUME KNOBUSB ICONJOYSTICKCD/AUX BUTTONAUDIO BUTTONSCAN BUTTONREPEAT BUTTONRANDOM BUTTONSKIP － BUTTONSKIP ＋ BUTTONPlaying an iPod

To Play an iPodꭂThis audio system can operate theaudio files on the iPodꭂwith thesame controls used for the in-dashdisc player. To play an iPod, conne

Connecting an iPod1. Open the upper glove box, and pullout the USB adapter cable.2. Connect your dock connector tothe iPod correctly and securely.3. I

To Change or Select FilesUse the SKIP button while an iPod isplaying to select passages andchange files.SKIP － Each time you press theSKIP ＋ button (P

If you sit too close to the steeringwheel or dashboard, you can beseriously injured by an inflating frontairbag, or by striking the steeringwheel or d

Using a Track ListYou can also select a file directlyfrom a track list on the audio display.Press the AUDIO button to show theaudio display, then touc

ALBUM RANDOM－ This featureplays all available albums from theselected items in the iPod menu list(playlists, artists, albums or songs) inrandom order.

If you see an error message on thescreen while playing an iPod, find thesolution in the chart to the right. Ifyou cannot clear the error message,take

WMA/MP3 INDICATORPOWER/VOLUME KNOBUSB ICONJOYSTICKCD/AUX BUTTONAUDIO BUTTONSCAN BUTTONREPEAT BUTTONRANDOM BUTTONSKIP － BUTTONSKIP ＋ BUTTONTUNE FOLDERB

To Play a USB Flash MemoryDeviceThis audio system can operate theaudio files on a USB flash memorydevice with the same controls usedfor the in-dash di

–Bit rate:32/40/48/56/64/80/96/112/128/160/192/224/256/320/VBR kbps(MPEG1)8/16/24/32/40/48/56/64/80/96/112/128/144/160/VBR kbps(MPEG2)–Supported stand

2. Connect the USB flash memorydevice to the USB connectorcorrectly and securely.When the USB flash memory deviceis connected and the USB mode isselec

To scroll through the display, touchtheor icon on the side of thescreen. To go back to the previousdisplay, touch the Return icon.To play a file, touc

FOLDER SCAN－ This featuresamples the first file in each folder inthe order they are stored. To activatethe folder scan feature, press andhold the SCAN

If you see an error message on thescreen while playing a USB flashmemory device, find the solution inthe chart to the right. If you cannotclear the er

Reclining the seat-back too farcan result in serious injury ordeath in a crash.Adjust the seat-back to anupright position, and sit wellback in the sea

Radio FrequenciesThe radio can receive the completeAM and FM bands.Those bands cover thesefrequencies:AM band: 530 to 1,710 kHzFM band: 87.7 to 107.9

Radio signals, especially on the FMband, are deflected by large objectssuch as buildings and hills. Yourradio then receives both the directsignal from

General Information●When using CD-R or CD-RWdiscs, use only high quality discslabeled for audio use.●When recording a CD-R orCD-RW, the recording must

Additional Information ofRecommended DiscsThe in-dash disc player has asophisticated and delicatemechanism. If you insert a damageddisc as indicated i

4. Small, irregular shaped discs 5. Discs with scratches, dirty discs●CD-R or CD-RW may not play dueto the recording conditions.●Scratches and fingerp

On vehicl es with navigation systemThree controls for the audio systemare mounted in the steering wheelhub. These let you control basicfunctions witho

In MP3 or WMA mode, you can usethe skip function to select folders.Press and hold the top (＋) of the CHbutton until you hear a beep, to skipforward to

Your vehicle's audio system willdisable itself if it is disconnectedfrom electrical power for any reason.To make it work again, you mustenter a s

On vehicl es without navigation systemPress and hold the FM/AM(CLOCK) button until the displayedtime begins to blink, then release thebutton. Change t

On Sport modelThe security system helps to protectyour vehicle and valuables fromtheft. The horn sounds and acombination of headlights, parking/side m

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5. Fasten and Position the SeatBeltsInsert the latch plate into the buckle,then tug on the belt to make sure thebelt is securely latched. Check thatth

On Sport model and Canadian LX modelCruise control allows you to maintaina set speed above 25 mph (40 km/h)without keeping your foot on theaccelerator

Changing the Set SpeedYou can increase the set cruisingspeed in any of these ways:●Press and hold the RES/ACCELbutton. When you reach thedesired cruis

Canceling Cruise ControlYou can cancel cruise control in anyof these ways:●Tap the brake or clutch pedal.●Press the CANCEL button on thesteering wheel

Before you begin driving yourvehicle, you should know whatgasoline to use and how to check thelevels of important fluids. You alsoneed to know how to

Break-in PeriodHelp assure your vehicle's futurereliability and performance by payingextra attention to how you driveduring the first 600 miles (

Refueling1. Park with the driver's side closestto the service station pump.2. Outside of the vehicle, push on theright side edge of the fuel fill

Gasoline is highly flammableand explosive. You can beburned or seriously injuredwhen handling fuel.●Stop the engine, and keepheat, sparks, and flameaw

3. Holding the grip, pull the supportrod out of its clip. Insert the endinto the designated hole in thehood.To close the hood, lift it up slightly tor

Engine Coolant CheckLook at the coolant level in theradiator reserve tank. Make sure it isbetween the MAX and MIN lines. Ifit is below the MIN line, s

Actual Mileage and EPA FuelEconomy Estimates Comparison.Fuel economy is not a fixed number.It varies based on driving conditions,driving habits and ve

The front seats have adjustable seatbelt anchors. To adjust the height ofan anchor, squeeze the two releasebuttons, and slide the anchor up ordown as

Fuel Economy FactorsThe following factors can lower yourvehicle's fuel economy:●Aggressive driving (hardacceleration and braking)●Excessive idlin

●Avoid excessive idling － Idlingresults in 0 miles per gallon.●Minimize the use of the airconditioning system － The A/Cputs an extra load on the engin

Modifying your vehicle, or installingsome non-Honda accessories, canmake it unsafe. Before you make anymodifications or add any accessories,be sure to

Modifying Your VehicleRemoving parts from your vehicle, orreplacing components with non-Honda components could seriouslyaffect your vehicle's han

Your vehicle has several convenientstorage areas:●Upper glove box●Lower glove box●Front door pockets●Seat-back pocket (if equipped)●Center pocket●Carg

Load Limits (Payload)The maximum load for your vehicleis 850 lbs (385 kg).See Tire And Loading Informationlabel attached to the driver'sdoorjamb.

4. The resulting figure equals theavailable amount of cargo andluggage load capacity. Forexample, if the ‘‘XXX’’ amountequals 1,400 lbs. and there wil

Carrying Cargo in the PassengerCompartment●Store or secure all items that couldbe thrown around and hurtsomeone during a crash.●Be sure items placed o

Cargo HooksThe two or four hooks on the floorcan be used to install a net forsecuring items.Your vehicle also has cargo hooks onside panel in the carg

This section gives you tips onstarting the engine under variousconditions, and how to operate themanual and automatic transmissions.It also includes i

In addition, an occupant who is out ofposition in the front seat can beseriously or fatally injured in a crashby striking interior parts of thevehicle

On Sport modelYour vehicle is designed to give youoptimum handling and performanceon well-maintained roads. As part ofthis design, your vehicle hasmin

You should do the following checksand adjustments before you driveyour vehicle.1. Make sure all windows, mirrors,and outside lights are clean andunobs

1. Apply the parking brake.2. In cold weather, turn off allelectrical accessories to reduce thedrain on the battery.3.Manual transmission:Press the cl

The manual transmission issynchronized in all forward gears forsmooth operation. It has a lockout soyou cannot shift directly from fifth toreverse. Wh

Recommended Shift PointsDrive in the highest gear that lets theengine run and accelerate smoothly.This will give you good fuel economyand effective em

Shift Lever Position IndicatorsThese indicators on the instrumentpanel show which position the shiftlever is in.The ‘‘D’’ indicator comes on for a few

All models except U.S. SportTo shift from: Do this:PtoRPress the brake pedal, andpress the shift lever releasebutton.RtoPNtoRD3 to 22to1Press the shif

Reverse (R) － Press the brakepedal and press the release button onthe front of the shift lever to shiftfrom Park to reverse. To shift fromreverse to n

All models except U.S. SportFirst (1) － To shift from second tofirst, press the release button on thefront of the shift lever. This positionlocks the

Shift Lock ReleaseThis allows you to move the shiftlever out of Park if the normalmethod of pushing on the brakepedal and pressing the release buttond

Additional Safety Precautions●Never let passengers ride in thecargo area or on top of a folded-down back seat.If they do, theycould be very seriously

Using the Paddle Shifters in Dposition (D-Paddle Shift Mode)U.S. models onlyWhen you are driving in D position,you can shift the transmission up ordow

Downshifting with the paddle shifterallows you to increase the enginebraking when going down steep orlong hills, and provides more powerwhen climbing

When you pull and hold the ＋(right) paddle shifter, thetransmission automatically returns todrive mode (D).If there is a problem in thetransmission wh

When you accelerate from a stop, thetransmission starts in first gear, andyou must manually upshift betweenfirst and fifth gears. Make sure youupshift

If the vehicle speed decreases belowthe redline of the selected lower gearwhile the indicator is flashing, thetransmission downshifts, and theindicato

Always use the parking brake whenyou park your vehicle. Make sure theparking brake is set firmly, or yourvehicle may roll if it is parked on anincline

Your vehicle is equipped with frontdisc brakes. The brakes on the rearwheels are drum. A power assisthelps reduce the effort needed on thebrake pedal.

The anti-lock brake system (ABS)helps prevent the wheels fromlocking up, and helps you retainsteering control by pumping thebrakes rapidly, much faste

If the ABS indicator and the brakesystem indicator come on together,and the parking brake is fullyreleased, the EBD system may alsobe shut down.Test y

If equippedThe vehicle stability assist (VSA)system helps to stabilize the vehicleduring cornering if the vehicle turnsmore or less than desired. It a

Seat Belt System ComponentsYour seat belt system includes lap/shoulder belts in all seating positions.The front seat belts are also equippedwith autom

VSA OFF SwitchThis switch is under the driver's sidebeverage holder. To turn the VSAsystem on and off, press and hold ituntil you hear a beep.Whe

U.S. models onlyYour vehicle is equipped with a tirepressure monitoring system (TPMS)that turns on every time you start theengine and monitors the pre

For example, if you check and fillyour tires in a warm area, then drivein extremely cold weather, the tirepressure will be lower thanmeasured and coul

Changing a Tire with TPMSIf you have a flat tire, the low tirepressure indicator will come on.Replace the flat tire with the compactspare tire (see pa

Towing a TrailerYour vehicle is not designed to tow atrailer. Attempting to do so can voidyour warranties.Towing Your Vehicle Behind aMotorhomeYour ve

5. Release the parking brake.Manual transmission:1. Move the shift lever into theNeutral position.2. Release the parking brake.Leave the ignition swit

When towing your vehicle for longperiods, remove the 30A Radio fuseto reduce drain on battery. This fuseis located in the interior fuse box andshown a

Automatic transmissionIf you tow a Fit behind a motorhome,the transmission fluid must bechanged every 2 years or 30,000miles (48,000 km), whichever co

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This section explains why it isimportant to keep your vehicle wellmaintained and how to follow basicmaintenance safety precautions.This section also i

Lap/Shoulder BeltThe lap/shoulder belt goes over yourshoulder, across your chest, andacross your hips.To fasten the belt, insert the latchplate into t

All service items not detailed in thissection should be performed by acertified technician or other qualifiedmechanic.Important Safety PrecautionsTo e

Your vehicle displays engine oil lifeand maintenance service items onthe information display to show youwhen you should have your dealerperform engine

If the remaining engine oil life is 15to 6 percent, you will see the engineoil life indicator every time you turnthe ignition switch to the ON (II)pos

The maintenance item code or codesindicate the main and sub itemsrequired at the time of the oil change(see page 248).You can switch the informationdi

To change the information displayfrom the engine oil life display to theodometer, the trip meter or averagefuel mileage, press and release theselect/r

3. Press the select/reset knob forabout 10 seconds. The engine oillife and the maintenance itemcode(s) will blink.4. Press the select/reset knob foran

However, service at a dealer is notmandatory to keep your warranties ineffect. Maintenance may be done byany qualified service facility orperson who i

Symbol Maintenance Main ItemsA●Replace engine oilꭧ1B●Replace engine oil and oil filter●Inspect front and rear brakes●Check parking brake adjustment●In

CLUTCH FLUID(ManualTransmission only)(Gray cap)RADIATOR CAPENGINE OIL FILL CAPAUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONFLUID DIPSTICK (Yellow loop)WASHER FLUID(Blue cap)

Unscrew and remove the engine oilfill cap on the valve cover. Pour in theoil slowly and carefully so you do notspill any. Clean up any spillsimmediate

Automatic Seat Belt TensionersFor added protection, the front seatbelts are equipped with automaticseat belt tensioners. When activated,the tensioners

Synthetic OilYou may use a synthetic motor oil ifit meets the same requirementsgiven for a conventional motor oil, itdisplays the API Certification Se

3. Remove the oil filter, and let theremaining oil drain. A specialwrench (available from yourdealer) is required.Make sure the oil filter gasket isno

Adding Engine CoolantIf the coolant level in the reservetank is at or below the MIN line, addcoolant to bring it up to the MAXline. Inspect the coolin

1. Make sure the engine and radiatorare cool.2. Relieve any pressure in the coolingsystem by turning the radiator capcounterclockwise, withoutpressing

Check the fluid level in thewindshield washer reservoir at leastmonthly during normal use. Thisreservoir supplies the windshield andrear window washer

Automatic Transmission FluidCheck the fluid level with the engineat normal operating temperature.1. Park the vehicle on level ground.Start the engine,

Use only Honda Genuine ATF-Z1(automatic transmission fluid). Do notmix with other transmission fluids.Using transmission fluid other thanHonda Genuine

Check the brake fluid level in thereservoirs monthly.There are up to two reservoirs,depending on the model. They are:●Brake fluid reservoir (all model

Clutch FluidManual Transmission onlyThe fluid level should be betweenthe MIN and MAX marks on the sideof the reservoir. If it is not, add brakefluid t

4. Unclip the end of the hold-downwire from its slot. Pivot the wireout of the way, then remove thebulb.5. Install the new bulb into the hole,making s

If a seat belt is worn during a crash,it must be replaced by your dealer. Abelt that has been worn during acrash may not provide the same levelof prot

5. Turn on the lights to make surethe new bulb is working.Replacing a Front Turn SignalLight Bulb1. Open the hood.2. Remove the socket by turning iton

Replacing a Fog Light BulbOn Sport modelThe fog lights use halogen bulbs.When replacing a bulb, handle itcarefully. See page 262 for moreinformation.1

Replacing Rear Bulbs1. Open the tailgate. Place a cloth onthe edge of the light assemblycover to prevent scratches.Remove the cover by carefullyprying

Cleaning the Seat BeltsIf your seat belts get dirty, use a softbrush with a mixture of mild soapand warm water to clean them. Donot use bleach, dye, o

If you remove the driver's floor mat,make sure to re-anchor it when youput it back in your vehicle.If you use a non-Honda floor mats,make sure th

Check the condition of the wiperblades at least every six months.Replace them if you find signs ofcracking in the rubber, areas that aregetting hard,

●Pivot the blade assembly towardthe wiper arm until it releasesfrom the wiper arm.When replacing a wiper blade,make sure not to drop the wiperblade or

5. Place the top of the wiper blade onthe end of the blade assembly, andslide the blade onto the assembly.Make sure the blade is completelyinstalled.6

3. Slide the blade out of the holder. 4. Examine the new wiper blades. Ifthey have no plastic or metalreinforcement along the backedge, remove the met

To safely operate your vehicle, yourtires must be the proper type andsize, in good condition with adequatetread, and correctly inflated.The following

Airbag System Components(1)(3)(6)(12)(4) (5)(11)(4)(7)(5)(9)(10)(2)(8)(1) Driver's Front Airbag(2) Passenger's Front Airbag(3) Control Unit(

If you check air pressures when thetires are hot [driven for several miles(kilometers)], you will see readings 4to 6 psi (30 to 40 kPa, 0.3 to 0.4kgf/

Tire InspectionEvery time you check inflation, youshould also examine the tires fordamage, foreign objects, and wear.You should look for:●Bumps or bul

Tire MaintenanceIn addition to proper inflation, correctwheel alignment helps to decreasetire wear. If you find a tire is wornunevenly, have your deal

It is best to replace all four tires atthe same time. If that is not possibleor necessary, replace the two fronttires or two rear tires as a pair.Repl

Winter DrivingTires marked ‘‘M ＋ S’’ or ‘‘AllSeason’’ on the sidewall have an all-weather tread design suitable formost winter driving conditions.For

WheelsClean the wheels as you would therest of the exterior. Wash them withthe same solution, and rinse themthoroughly.If equippedAluminum alloy wheel

WARNING: Battery posts,terminals, and related accessoriescontain lead and lead compounds.Wash your hands after handling.If you need to connect the bat

If you need to park your vehicle foran extended period (more than 1month), there are several things youshould do to prepare it for storage.Proper prep

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This section covers the morecommon problems that motoristsexperience with their vehicles. Itgives you information about how tosafely evaluate the prob

Your airbag system includes:●Two SRS (supplemental restraintsystem) front airbags. The driver'sairbag is stored in the center of thesteering whee

Except all Canadian models withautomatic transmissionUse the compact spare tire as atemporary replacement only. Getyour regular tire repaired orreplac

Except all Canadian models withautomatic transmissionIf you have a flat tire while driving,stop in a safe place to change it.Drive slowly along the sh

6. Take the jack out of the cargo area.Turn the jack's end bracketcounterclockwise to loosen it, thenremove the jack by lifting itstraight up.7.

10. Place the jack under the jackingpoint nearest the tire you need tochange. It is pointed to by a △mark molded into the underside ofthe body (Sport

14. Put on the spare tire. Put thewheel nuts back on finger-tight,then tighten them in a crisscrosspattern with the wheel nut wrenchuntil the wheel is

21. Place the flat tire face down in thespare tire well.22. Secure the flat tire by screwing thewing bolt back into its hole.23. Store the jack. Place

Installing a wheel coverAll models except Sport and CanadianLX model with manual transmission1. Make sure the wire support ring ishooked into the clip

How to Use the Tire Repair KitAll Canadian models with automatictransmissionTo reduce weight, your vehicle isequipped with a tire repair kit insteadof

2. Open the tailgate.3. Raise the cargo area floor lid bylifting it up with the back of thestrap. Remove the tire repair kit.Your tire repair kit cont

If the date has not expired, shakethe bottle thoroughly and proceedto step 5.5. Screw the sealant filler hose ontothe tire valve. Make sure the bottle

Congratulations! Your selection of a 2010 Honda Fit was a wise investment. Itwill give you years of driving pleasure.One of the best ways to enhance t

●Automatic front seat belttensioners (see page 20).●Sensors that can detect a moderateto severe front impact or sideimpact.●Sensors that can detect wh

In freezing temperatures, turn theengine on and leave it runningwhile the flat tire is being serviced.Prolonged exposure to the coldmay cause the vehi

14. Push the deflate button on the airpump until the air pressure gaugeshows 0 psi.15. Remove the wheel label from therepair kit, wipe any dirt off th

19. Drive carefully within the speed of50 mph (80 km/h) for 5 minutes.20. Stop safely and check the pressurein the tire. Remove the tire valvecap, scr

If the pressure is lower than 32 psi(220 kPa) and higher than 19 psi(130 kPa), use the air pump tobring air to the desired level asdescribed in step 1

●Turn the ignition switch to theSTART (III) position. If theheadlights do not dim, check thecondition of the fuses. If the fusesare OK, there is proba

Although this seems like a simpleprocedure, you should take severalprecautions.A battery can explode if you donot follow the correctprocedure, serious

3. Remove the cover from the under-hood fuse box (see page 306).Connect one jumper cable to thepositive (＋) terminal on yourbattery. Connect the other

The high temperature indicatorshould be off under most conditions.If the engine coolant temperaturegets higher than normal, theindicator will blink. I

5. Look for any obvious coolantleaks, such as a split radiator hose.Everything is still extremely hot,so use caution. If you find a leak, itmust be re

Low Oil Pressure IndicatorThis indicator should nevercome on when the engine isrunning. If it starts flashing or stayson, the oil pressure has dropped

How Your Front Airbags WorkIf you ever have a moderate to severefrontal collision, sensors will detectthe vehicle's rapid deceleration.If the rat

If this indicator comes onwhile driving, it means oneof the engine's emissions controlsystems may have a problem. Eventhough you may feel no diff

U.S. CanadaBrake SystemIndicator (Red)The brake system indicator (red)normally comes on when you turnthe ignition switch to the ON (II)position, and a

The vehicle's fuses are contained intwo fuse boxes.The interior fuse box is behind thefuse lid. To access it, pull the fuse lidtoward you.The und

Checking and Replacing FusesIf something electrical in yourvehicle stops working, check for ablown fuse first. Determine from thechart on pages 309 an

5. Look for a blown wire inside thefuse. If it is blown, replace it withone of the spare fuses of the samerating or lower.If you cannot drive the vehi

INTERIOR FUSE BOXNo. Amps. Circuits Protected1 10 A Back Up2 (7.5 A) TPMSꭧ3 20 A Driver's Power Window4 － Not Used5 10 A Back Up Light6 10 A SRS7

No. Amps. Circuits Protected51 10 A Right Headlight High Beam52 15 A DBW53 － Not Used54 20 A Rear Defoggerꭧ55 10 A Heated Mirrorꭧ56 30 A Front Wiper57

If your vehicle needs to be towed,call a professional towing service ororganization. Never tow your vehiclewith just a rope or chain. It is verydanger

Trying to lift or tow your vehicle by thebumpers will cause serious damage.The bumpers are not designed tosupport the vehicle's weight.The steeri

3. Screw the towing hook into thebolt hole behind the bumper, thentighten the hook securely with theextension.To avoid damage to your vehicle, usethe

After a crash, you may see whatlooks like smoke. This is actuallypowder from the airbag's surface.Although the powder is not harmful,people with

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The diagrams in this section give youthe dimensions and capacities ofyour vehicle and the locations of theidentification numbers. It alsoincludes info

Your vehicle has several identifyingnumbers in various places.The vehicle identification number(VIN) is the 17-digit number yourdealer uses to registe

The engine number is stamped intothe front of the engine block.The transmission number is on alabel on top of the transmission.ENGINE NUMBERTRANSMISSI

DimensionsLength 161.6 in (4,105 mm)Width 66.7 in (1,695 mm)Height 60.0 in (1,525 mm)Wheelbase 98.4 in (2,500 mm)Track Front 58.7 in (1,492 mm)ꭧ158.1

CapacitiesFuel tank Approx.10.6 US gal (40 L)Engine oil Changeꭧ1Includingfilter3.8 US qt (3.6 L)Withoutfilter3.6 US qt (3.4 L)Total 4.4 US qt (4.2 L)E

BatteryCapacity 12 V － 32 AH/5 HR12 V － 34 AH/5 HR12 V － 40 AH/20 HRFusesInterior See page 309 or the fuse labelattached to the dashboard.Under-hood S

The tires on your vehicle meet allU.S. Federal Safety Requirements.All tires are also graded fortreadwear, traction, and temperatureperformance accord

TemperatureThe temperature grades are A (thehighest), B, and C, representing thetire's resistance to the generation ofheat and its ability to dis

The tires that came on your vehiclehave a number of markings. Thoseyou should be aware of are describedbelow.Tire SizeWhenever tires are replaced, the

Advanced AirbagsYour front airbags are also advancedairbags. The main purpose of thisfeature is to help prevent airbag-caused injuries to short driver

Glossary of Tire TerminologyCold Tire Pressure - The tire airpressure when the vehicle has beenparked for at least three hours ordriven less than 1 mi

Driving on a significantly under-inflated tire causes the tire tooverheat and can lead to tire failure.Under-inflation also reduces fuelefficiency and

The burning of gasoline in yourvehicle's engine produces severalbyproducts. Some of these arecarbon monoxide (CO), oxides ofnitrogen (NOx), and h

Exhaust Emissions ControlsThe exhaust emissions controlsinclude four systems: PGM-FI,ignition timing control, exhaust gasrecirculation, and three way

The three way catalytic convertercontains precious metals that serveas catalysts, promoting chemicalreactions to convert the exhaustgasses without aff

Testing of Readiness CodesIf you take your vehicle for anemissions test shortly after thebattery has been disconnected orgone dead, it may not pass th

7. Select a nearby lightly traveledmajor highway where you canmaintain a speed of 50 to 60 mph(80 to 97 km/h) for at least 20minutes. Drive on the hig

Customer Service Information ... 332Warranty Coverages... 333Reporting Safety Defects (U.S.Vehicles)...

Honda dealership personnel aretrained professionals. They shouldbe able to answer all your questions.If you encounter a problem that yourdealership do

U.S. OwnersYour new vehicle is covered by thesewarranties:New Vehicle Limited Warranty－covers your new vehicle, except forthe battery, emissions contr

When the passenger airbag getsturned off by the weight sensors, a‘‘passenger airbag off’’ indicator inthe center of the dashboard comeson (see page 31

If you believe that your vehicle has adefect which could cause a crash orcould cause injury or death, youshould immediately inform theNational Highway

Purchasing Factory Authorized Manuals (U.S. only)The publications shown below can be purchased from HelmIncorporated. You can order by phone or online

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AAccessories andModifications... 206ACCESSORY (Ignition KeyPosition)... 80Accessory Power Socke

Bulb ReplacementBack-up Lights... 266Brake Lights... 266Fog Lights... 265Fron

DDANGER, Explanation of ... iiiDashboard... 3, 58Daytime Running Lights (Canadaonly)...

EngineAdding Engine Coolant... 256Coolant TemperatureIndicator... 63If it Won't Start...

Manual Transmission ... 217Glove Box... 105Gross Vehicle Weight Rating(GVWR)...

Washer Level ... 65Infant Restraint... 39Infant Seats... 39Tether Anch

Meters, Gauges ... 68Methanol in Gasoline... 198Mirrors, Adjusting... 101Modifications...

Only one airbag will deploy during aside impact. If the impact is on thepassenger's side, the passenger'sside airbag will deploy even if the

RRadiator Overheating ... 301Radio/Disc Sound System... 143Radio Theft Protection... 191Readiness Codes...

Service Intervals ... 245Service Manual (U.S. only)... 335Service Station Procedures... 199Setting the Clock...

Technical DescriptionsDOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S.Vehicles)... 321Emissions Control Systems... 326Three Way CatalyticCon

Used Oil, How to Dispose of ... 255VVehicle Capacity Load ... 209Vehicle Dimensions... 318Vehicle Identification Numbe

Gasoline:Unleaded gasoline, pump octanenumber of 87 or higher.Fuel Tank Capacity:10.6 US gal (40 L)Recommended Engine Oil:API Premium grade 5W-20deter

How Your Side Curtain AirbagsWorkIn a moderate to severe side impact,sensors will detect rapid accelerationand signal the control unit toinstantly inf

If you see any of these indications,the airbags and seat belt tensionersmay not work properly when youneed them.Ignoring the SRS indicator canresult i

Be aware that objects placed on thefront seat can cause the indicator tocome on.If the weight sensors detect there isno passenger in the front seat, t

●If your vehicle has a moderate tosevere impact.Even if your airbagsdo not inflate, your dealer shouldinspect the driver's seat positionsensor, t

California Proposition 65 WarningWARNING: This product contains or emits chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birthdefects o

Children depend on adults to protectthem. However, despite their bestintentions, many adults do not knowhow toproperlyprotect childpassengers.If you h

All Children Should Sit in a BackSeatAccording to accident statistics,children of all ages and sizes aresafer when they are restrained in aback seat.T

To remind you of the passenger'sfront airbag hazards, and thatchildren must be properly restrainedin a back seat, your vehicle haswarning labels

If You Must Drive with SeveralChildrenYour vehicle has a back seat wherechildren can be properly restrained.If you ever have to carry a group ofchildr

Additional Safety Precautions●Never hold an infant or child onyour lap.If you are not wearing aseat belt in a crash, you could bethrown forward and cr

Protecting InfantsChild Seat TypeAn infant must be properly restrainedin a rear-facing, reclining child seatuntil the child reaches the seatmaker&apos

In any of these situations, westrongly recommend that you installthe child seat directly behind thefront passenger's seat, move the seatas far fo

Even with advanced front airbags thatautomatically turn the passenger'sfront airbag off (see page 31), a backseat is the safest place for a small

After selecting a proper child seatand a good place to install the seat,there are three main steps ininstalling the seat:1.Properly secure the child s

Installing a Child Seat withLATCHYour vehicle is equipped withLATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethersfor CHildren) at the outer rear seats.The lower anchors

Your safety, and the safety of others,is very important. And operating thisvehicle safely is an importantresponsibility.To help you make informeddecis

Other LATCH-compatible seatshave a flexible-type connector asshown above.4. Whatever type you have, follow thechild seat maker's instructions for

Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder BeltWhen not using the LATCH system,all child seats must be secured to thevehicle with the lap part of a l

4. After confirming that the belt islocked, grab the shoulder part ofthe belt near the buckle, and pullup to remove any slack from thelap part of the

Installing a Child Seat with aTetherA child seat with a tether can beinstalled in any seating position inthe back seat.Each rear outside seating posit

Using the Center Anchor1. Lower the head restraint to itslowest position.2. After properly securing the childseat (see page 45), open theanchor cover.

When a child reaches therecommended weight or height limitfor a forward-facing child seat, thechild should sit in a back seat on abooster seat and wea

3. Does the shoulder belt crossbetween the child's neck and arm?4. Is the lap part of the belt as low aspossible, touching the child'sthighs

If a child who uses a booster seatmust ride in front, move the vehicleseat as far back as possible and besure the child is wearing the seat beltproper

If you decide that a child can safelyride up front, be sure to:●Carefully read the owner's manual,and make sure you understand allseat belt instr

Your vehicle's exhaust containscarbon monoxide gas. Carbonmonoxide should not enter thevehicle in normal driving if youmaintain your vehicle prop

These labels are in the locations shown. They warn you of potential hazards that could cause serious injury or death.Read these labels carefully.If a

RADIATOR CAPU.S. modelsCanadian modelsDOORJAMBSSafety Labels55Driver and Passenger Safety

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This section gives information aboutthe controls and displays thatcontribute to the daily operation ofyour vehicle. All the essentialcontrols are with

ꭧ: If equippedMIRROR CONTROLS(P. 101)POWER DOORLOCK MASTER SWITCHꭧ(P. 81)HOOD RELEASE HANDLE(P. 200)POWER WINDOWSWITCHES(P. 100)PARKING BRAKE (P. 102)

ꭧ: If equippedSECURITY SYSTEM INDICATORꭧ(P. 66, 193)WASHER LEVELINDICATORꭧ(P. 65)MALFUNCTIONINDICATOR LAMP (P. 304)CHARGING SYSTEMINDICATOR (P. 60, 30

The instrument panel has manyindicators that give you importantinformation about your vehicle.Malfunction IndicatorLampSee page 304.Low Oil PressureIn

If your front passenger does notfasten their seat belt, the indicatorcomes on about 6 seconds after theignition switch is turned to the ON(II) positio

Anti-lock Brake System(ABS) IndicatorThis indicator normally comes on fora few seconds when you turn theignition switch to the ON (II)position, and wh

High TemperatureIndicatorThis indicator monitors thetemperature of the engine coolant. Itnormally comes on when you turn theignition switch to the ON

Your Vehicle at a Glance (main controls)...

Low Tire PressureIndicatorU.S. models onlyThis indicator normally comes on fora few seconds when you turn theignition switch to the ON (II)position. I

High Beam IndicatorThis indicator comes on with thehigh beam headlights. For moreinformation, see page 75.This indicator comes on withreduced brightne

Maintenance MinderIndicatorThis indicator comes on for a fewseconds when you turn the ignitionswitch to the ON (II) position. Itreminds you that it is

Vehicle Stability Assist(VSA) System IndicatorIf equippedThis indicator normally comes on fora few seconds when you turn theignition switch to the ON

TACHOMETER SPEEDOMETER FUEL GAUGESELECT/RESET KNOBINFORMATION DISPLAYODOMETER/TRIP METER/INSTA NT FUEL ECONOMY/AVERAGE FUEL ECONOMY/CHECK FUEL CAP IND

The information display consists oftwo segments. The upper segmentdisplays instant fuel economy,maintenance item code(s), and thelower segment display

Instant Fuel EconomyThis shows your instant fueleconomy in mpg (U.S.) or l/100 km(Canada).Average Fuel EconomyThis shows your vehicle's averagefu

If the system still detects a loose ormissing fuel fill cap, the malfunctionindicator lamp (MIL) comes on. Turnthe engine off, and check orretighten t

ꭧ1: To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel.ꭧ2: If equipped.ꭧ3: Only on vehicles equipped with navigation system. Refer to the nav

Windshield Wipers1. MIST2. OFF3. INT － Intermittent4. LO － Low speed5. HI － High speed6. Windshield washersPush the right lever up or down toselect a

ContentsA convenient reference to thesections in this manual.Your Vehicle at a GlanceA quick reference to the maincontrols in your vehicle.Driver and

4. Hold past OFF to turn the rearwindow wiper on and to spray therear window washer. The rearwindow wiper makes one moresweep after you release the sw

Headlights － Turning the switch tothe ‘‘’’ position turns on theparking lights, taillights, instrumentpanel lights, side-marker lights, andrear licens

Instrument Panel BrightnessYou can change the instrument panelbrightness only when the ignitionswitch is in the ON (II) position andthe light switch i

Make sure the rear window is clearand you have good visibility beforestarting to drive.The defogger wires on the inside ofthe rear window can be accid

On Sport model and Canadian LX modelYour vehicle comes with the twoignition keys.All models except Sport model andCanadian LX modelYou should have rec

The immobilizer system protectsyour vehicle from theft. If animproperly coded key (or otherdevice) is used, the engine's fuelsystem is disabled.W

The ignition switch has four positions:LOCK (0), ACCESSORY (I), ON (II),and START (III).LOCK (0) － You can insert or removethe key only in this positi

Each door has a lock tab next to theinside door handle. Pull the lock tabto lock the door, and push it forwardto unlock the door.On Canadian DX and DX

The lock tab on each passenger'sdoor locks and unlocks only thatdoor. Pushing forward the lock tabon the driver's door unlocks only thatdoor

Auto Door Locking/UnlockingOn all models except Canadian DX andDX-AYour vehicle has customizablesettings for the doors and tailgate toautomatically lo

ꭧ: If equippedVehicle with navigation system is shown.DRIVER'S FRONT AIRBAG(P. 9, 25)MIRROR CONTROLS(P. 101)DOOR LOCK TAB(P. 81)POWER DOOR LOCKMA

3. Push and hold the front of themaster door lock switch on thedriver's door until you hear a click(after about 5 seconds).4. Release the switch,

To program the Drive Lock mode:Locks all doors and tailgate when thevehicle's speed reaches about 9 mph (15km/h).1. Make sure the shift lever is

To turn off the Auto Door Unlockmodes:1. Make sure the shift lever is in thePark (P) position (A/T vehicles).2. Turn the ignition switch to the ON(II)

To program the Ignition SwitchUnlock mode:Unlocks the driver's door or all doorsand tailgate when the ignition switch ismoved out of the ON (II)

All models except Canadian DX andDX-A modelsThe tailgate will lock or unlock whenyou lock or unlock the driver's doorby using the key, the lock t

To close the tailgate, hold the tailgatehandle, lower the tailgate, then pressdown on the back edge.Keep the tailgate closed at all timeswhile driving

On Sport model and Canadian LX modelLOCK － Press this button once tolock all doors and the tailgate. Someexterior lights will flash once. Whenyou push

Remote Transmitter Care●Avoid dropping or throwing thetransmitter.●Protect the transmitter fromextreme temperature.●Do not immerse the transmitter ina

2. Separate the transmitter by pryingits middle seam with yourfingernail.3. Inside the transmitter, separate theinner cover from the keypad bycarefull

Front Seat AdjustmentsSee pages 11 － 12 for important safetyinformation and warnings about how toproperly position the seats and seat-backs.Make all s