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Honda Insight - User Manual

Honda Insight
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2012 Insight
Owners Manual
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P/N 00X31-TM8-
© 2011 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. - All Rights Reserved
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Honda Insight Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandHonda
ModelInsight
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

A Few Words About Safety

Driver and Passenger Safety

Your Vehicle’s Safety Features

Overview of safety features like safety cage, airbags, seat belts, and crush zones.

Airbags

Details the supplemental restraint system (SRS) including front, side, and side curtain airbags.

Protecting Adults and Teens

Provides instructions on how to protect adult passengers and teenagers.

Additional Information About Your Airbags

Details airbag system components, advanced airbags, and their operation.

Protecting Children - General Guidelines

General guidelines on restraining children, including warnings about front airbags.

Protecting Infants and Small Children

Provides guidance on protecting infants and small children with child seats.

Selecting a Child Seat, Installing a Child Seat

Covers important considerations for selecting and installing child seats.

Protecting Larger Children

Offers instructions on checking seat belt fit and using booster seats for larger children.

Carbon Monoxide Hazard

Explains the dangers of carbon monoxide and how to avoid exposure.

Instruments and Controls

Instrument Panel Indicators

Explanation of various warning and indicator lights on the instrument panel.

Multi-Information Display

Information on the functions and displays of the multi-information display.

Features

Climate Control System

Explains the climate control system, including automatic and manual operation.

Cruise Control

Instructions on using the cruise control system for maintaining a set speed.

Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models without navigation system)

Guide to using the Bluetooth HandsFreeLink system for making and receiving calls.

Before Driving

Driving

Preparing to Drive

Checklist of essential checks and adjustments before driving the vehicle.

Starting the Engine

Instructions for starting the engine, including cold weather and battery-related issues.

Automatic Transmission (CVT)

Explanation of the Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) operation and shift lever positions.

Braking System

Information on the vehicle's braking system design and features like ABS and Brake-Assist.

Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)

Explanation of the ABS system, its indicator, and important safety reminders.

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

Information on the TPMS, its indicator, and how to handle tire pressure issues.

Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA), aka Electronic Stability Control (ESC), System

Details on the VSA system for vehicle stability and traction control.

Maintenance

Maintenance Safety

Essential safety precautions and guidelines for performing vehicle maintenance.

Maintenance Minder

Explanation of the Maintenance Minder system for tracking service intervals.

Adding Engine Oil

Instructions on how to check and add engine oil, including recommended oil types.

Changing the Oil and Filter

Step-by-step guide for changing the engine oil and filter.

Tires

Detailed information on tire care, inflation, inspection, and replacement.

Taking Care of the Unexpected

Compact Spare Tire

Information on using the compact spare tire as a temporary replacement.

Changing a Flat Tire

Detailed steps for safely changing a flat tire.

If the Engine Won’t Start

Troubleshooting steps for when the engine fails to start.

Jump Starting

Procedure and safety precautions for jump starting the vehicle's battery.

If the Engine Overheats

What to do if the engine overheats, including checking coolant and indicators.

Low Oil Pressure Indicator

Explanation of the low oil pressure indicator and immediate actions to take.

Malfunction Indicator Lamp

Details on the malfunction indicator lamp related to emissions control systems.

Brake System Indicator

Explanation of the brake system indicator and actions for low fluid or ABS issues.

Emergency Towing

Instructions and warnings for towing the vehicle safely.

Warranty and Customer Relations

Service Information Summary

Recommended Engine Oil

Specifies the recommended API Premium grade 0W-20 detergent oil.

Brake Fluid

Recommends Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3.

Tire Pressure (measured cold)

Lists the recommended cold tire pressures for front, rear, and spare tires.

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