Honda Insight (2019 year). Instruction

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If a Tire Goes Flat

Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire

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7. Plug in the kit to the accessory power

socket.

Be careful not to pinch the cord in a
door or window.

8. Turn the power system on.

Keep the power system on while
injecting air.

2 Emergency Towing P. 648

9. Turn the selector knob to AIR

, AIR

ONLY

, AIR SEULEMENT

10. Press the inflator switch to turn on the kit.

The compressor starts to inject air into
the tire.

11. Inflate the tire to the specified air pressure.

*1: U.S. models
*2: Canadian models

Canada

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12. Turn off the kit.

Check the pressure gauge on the air
compressor.

If overinflated, press the pressure relief
button.

13. Unplug the kit from the accessory power

socket.

14. Unscrew the sealant/air hose from the tire

valve stem. Reinstall the valve cap.

15. Press the pressure relief button until the

gauge returns to 0 psi (0 kPa).

16. Repackage and properly stow the kit.

Pressure Relief Button

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Power System Won’t Start

Checking the Procedure

When the READY indicator does not come on and the Ready To Drive message
does not appear on the driver information interface, check the following items and
take appropriate action.

Checklist

Condition

What to Do

Check if the related
indicator or driver
information interface
messages come on.

The Temperature Is Too Cold For Vehicle To Operate message
appears.

2 Driver Information Interface Warning

and Information Messages P. 112

The To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message appears.

Make sure the smart entry remote is in its operating range.

2 POWER Button Operating Range P. 190

2 If the Remote Battery is Weak P. 626

The POWER SYSTEM indicator comes on.

Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.

The transmission system indicator blinks and Transmission
System Problem. Apply Parking Brake When Parked. See
Your Dealer. message appears.

2 If the Transmission System Indicator

Blinks along with the Warning Message
P. 641

Check the brightness
of the interior lights.

The interior lights are dim or do not come on at all.

Have the 12-volt battery checked by a
dealer.

The interior lights come on normally.

Check all fuses, or have your vehicle checked
by a dealer.

2 Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 647

Check the shift
position.

The transmission is not in

(

Change the shift position to

(

Check the
immobilizer system
indicator.

When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the power
system cannot be turned on.

2 Immobilizer System Indicator P. 95

Checking the Procedure

If you must start the vehicle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle or booster battery to jump start it.

2 Jump Starting P. 628

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Power System Won’t Start

If the Remote Battery is Weak

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If the Remote Battery is Weak

If the beeper sounds, the To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message
appears on the driver information interface, and the POWER button flashes, the
READY indicator does not come on. Turn on the power system as follows:

1. Touch the center of the POWER button

with the H logo on the remote while the
POWER button is flashing. The buttons on
the remote should be facing you.

The POWER button flashes for about 30
seconds.

2. Depress the brake pedal and press the

POWER button within 10 seconds after the
beeper sounds and the POWER button
changes from flashing to on.

The READY indicator comes on.

If you don’t depress the pedal, the mode
will change to ACCESSORY.

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Emergency Power System Off

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Emergency Power System Off

The POWER button may be used to turn the power system off due to an emergency
situation even while driving. If you must turn the power system off, do either of the
following operations:
• Press and hold the POWER button for about two seconds.
• Firmly press the POWER button three times.

The steering wheel will not lock. However, because turning off the power system
disables the power assist the power system provides to the steering and braking
systems, it will require significantly more physical effort and time to steer and slow
the vehicle. Use both feet on the brake pedal to slow down the vehicle and stop
immediately in a safe place.
The shift position automatically changes to

(

P after the vehicle comes to a complete

stop. Then, the power mode changes to VEHICLE OFF.

Emergency Power System Off

Do not press the button while driving unless it is
absolutely necessary for the power system to be
turned off.

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Jump Starting

Turn off the power to electric devices, such as audio and lights. Turn off the power
system, then open the hood.

1. Push the tabs to open the jump start box

cover.

2. Connect the first jumper cable to your

vehicle’s jump start box + terminal as
shown. Do not connect this jumper cable to
any other part.

3. Connect the other end of the first jumper

cable to the booster battery + terminal.

Use a 12-volt booster battery only.

When using an automotive battery
charger to boost your 12-volt battery,
select a lower charging voltage than
15-volt. Check the charger manual for
the proper setting.

4. Connect the second jumper cable to the

booster battery - terminal.

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Jump Starting Procedure

Jump Starting

Securely attach the jumper cables clips so that they
do not come off when the engine vibrates. Also be
careful not to tangle the jumper cables or allow the
cable ends to touch each other while attaching or
detaching the jumper cables.

You cannot use the terminals to jump start another
vehicle.

WARNING

A 12-volt battery can explode if you do not
follow the correct procedure, seriously
injuring anyone nearby.

Keep all sparks, open flames, and smoking
materials away from the 12-volt battery.

Tab

Booster
Battery

Jump Start Box + Terminal

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5. Connect the other end of the second

jumper cable to the engine mounting bolt
as shown. Do not connect this jumper cable
to any other part.

6. If your vehicle is connected to another

vehicle, start the assisting vehicle’s engine
and increase its rpm slightly.

7. Attempt to start your vehicle’s engine. If it

turns over slowly, check that the jumper
cables have good metal-to-metal contact.

Jump Starting

12-volt battery performance degrades in cold
conditions and may prevent the engine from starting.

Engine Mounting Bolt

Jump Starting

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Once your vehicle’s engine has started, remove the jumper cables in the following
order.

1. Disconnect the jumper cable from your vehicle’s ground.
2. Disconnect the other end of the jumper cable from the booster battery -

terminal.

3. Disconnect the jumper cable from your vehicle’s jump start box + terminal.
4. Disconnect the other end of the jumper cable from the booster battery +

terminal.

Have your vehicle inspected by a nearby service station or a dealer.

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What to Do After the Engine Starts

What to Do After the Engine Starts

The Vehicle Stability Assist® (VSA®) system, Vehicle
Stability Assist® (VSA®) OFF, Adaptive Cruise Control
(ACC) with Low Speed Follow (LSF), safety support
and low tire pressure/TPMS indicators may come on
in amber along with a message in the driver
information interface when you set the power mode
to ON after re-connecting a battery.
Drive a short distance at more than 12 mph (20 km/h).
Each indicator should go off. If any do not, have your
vehicle checked by a dealer.

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Overheating

How to Handle Overheating

Overheating symptoms are as follows:
• Engine Temperature Too Hot. Do Not Drive. Allow Engine To Cool.

message appears on the driver information interface.

• Steam or spray comes out of the engine compartment.

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First thing to do

1. Immediately park the vehicle in a safe place.
2. Turn off all accessories and turn on the hazard warning lights.

No steam or spray present: Keep the power system on and open the hood.

Steam or spray is present: Turn off the power system and wait until it
subsides. Then open the hood.

How to Handle Overheating

WARNING

Steam and spray from an overheated
engine can seriously scald you.

Do not open the hood if steam is coming
out.

Overheating

How to Handle Overheating

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Next thing to do

1. Check that the cooling fan is operating and

turn the power system off once the Engine
Temperature Too Hot. Do Not Drive.
Allow Engine To Cool. message
disappears.

If the cooling fan is not operating,
immediately turn the power system off.

2. Once the engine has cooled down, inspect

the coolant level and check the cooling
system components for leaks.

If the coolant level in the reserve tank is
low, add coolant until it reaches the
MAX mark.

If there is no coolant in the reserve tank,
check that the radiator is cool. Cover the
radiator cap with a heavy cloth and open
the cap. If necessary, add coolant up to
the base of the filler neck, and put the
cap back on.

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Last thing to do

Once the engine has cooled sufficiently, turn the power system on. If the Engine
Temperature Too Hot. Do Not Drive. Allow Engine To Cool. message does not
appear, resume driving. If it appears again, contact a dealer for repairs.

How to Handle Overheating

If the coolant is leaking, contact a dealer for repairs.

Use water as an emergency/temporary measure only.
Have a dealer flush the system with proper antifreeze
as soon as possible.

WARNING

Removing the radiator cap while the
engine is hot can cause the coolant to spray
out, seriously scalding you.

Always let the engine and radiator cool
down before removing the radiator cap.

MAX

Reserve Tank

MIN

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Indicator, Coming On/Blinking

If the Low Oil Pressure Warning Appears

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Reasons for the warning to appear

Appears when the engine oil pressure is low.

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What to do as soon as the warning
appears

1. Immediately park the vehicle on level

ground in a safe place.

2. If necessary, turn the hazard warning lights

on.

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What to do after parking the vehicle

1. Turn the power system off and let it sit for

approximately three minutes.

2. Open the hood and check the oil level.

Add oil as necessary.

2 Oil Check P. 565

3. Start the engine and check the low oil

pressure warning.

The warning disappears: Start driving
again.

The warning does not disappear within
10 seconds: Immediately turn the power
system off and contact a dealer for
repairs.

If the Low Oil Pressure Warning Appears

NOTICE

Running the engine with low oil pressure can cause
serious mechanical damage almost immediately.

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Indicator, Coming On/Blinking

If the 12-Volt Battery Charging System Indicator Comes On

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If the 12-Volt Battery Charging System Indicator
Comes On

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Reasons for the indicator to come on

Comes on when the 12-volt battery is not being charged.

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What to do when the indicator comes on

Turn off the climate control system, rear defogger, and other electrical
systems, and immediately contact a dealer for repairs.

If the 12-Volt Battery Charging System Indicator Comes On

If you need to stop temporarily, do not turn off the
power system. The power system uses the 12-volt
battery to activate. You may not be able to turn the
power system on again if you have turned it off with
this indicator on.

This indicator may blink after starting when the
outside temperature is below −20°F (−30°C). It will
stop blinking after the battery warms up.

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If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks

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If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or
Blinks

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Reasons for the indicator lamp to come on or blink

• Comes on when there is a problem with the engine emissions control

system, or the fuel fill cap is missing, or loose.

• Blinks when engine misfiring is detected.

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What to do when the indicator lamp comes on

Avoid high speeds and immediately get your vehicle inspected at a
dealer.

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What to do when the indicator lamp blinks

Park the vehicle in a safe place with no flammable items and wait at least
10 minutes or more with the engine stopped until it cools.

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The message appears on when:

An evaporative system leak is detected. This may be caused by the fuel fill cap being
loose or not being installed.

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What to do when the message appears:

1. Turn the power system off.
2. Check if the fuel fill cap is fully installed.

If not, loosen the cap, and then retighten it until it clicks at least once.

3. Drive for several days of normal driving.

The message should go off.

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When the malfunction indicator lamp comes on

Malfunction indicator lamp comes on if the system continues to detect a leak of
gasoline vapor. If this happens, check the fuel fill cap using the procedures described
above.

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Tighten Fuel Cap Message

If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks

NOTICE

If you drive with the malfunction indicator lamp on,
the emissions control system and the engine could be
damaged.

If the malfunction indicator lamp blinks again when
restarting the engine, drive to the nearest dealer at
31 mph (50 km/h) or less. Have your vehicle
inspected.

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If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks

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If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or
Blinks

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Reasons for the indicator to come on

• The brake fluid is low.
• There is a malfunction in the brake system.

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What to do when the indicator comes on while driving

Depress the brake pedal lightly to check pedal pressure.
• If normal, check the brake fluid level the next time you stop.
• If abnormal, take immediate action. If necessary, downshift the

transmission to slow the vehicle using regenerative braking.

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Reason for the indicator to blink

• There is a problem with the electric parking brake system.

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What to do when the indicator blinks

Avoid using the parking brake and have your vehicle checked by a dealer
immediately.

If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks

Have your vehicle repaired immediately.
It is dangerous to drive with low brake fluid. If there
is no resistance from the brake pedal, stop
immediately in a safe place. If necessary, downshift
the gears.

If the brake system indicator and ABS indicator come
on simultaneously, the electronic brake distribution
system is not working. This can result in vehicle
instability under sudden braking.
Have your vehicle inspected by a dealer immediately.

If the brake system indicator (red) blinks at the same
time when the brake system indicator (amber) comes
on, the parking brake may not work.
Avoid using the parking brake and have your vehicle
checked by a dealer immediately.

2 If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes

On or Blinks at the Same Time When the
Brake System Indicator (Amber) Comes On
P. 637

If you repeatedly operate the electric parking brake in
a short period of time, the brake stops operating to
prevent heating of the system and the indicator
blinks.
It returns to its original state in approximately 1
minute.

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Canada

(Red)

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If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks at the Same Time When the Brake System Indicator (Amber) Comes On

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Blinks at the Same Time When the Brake System
Indicator (Amber) Comes On

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If the brake system indicator (red) comes on or blinks at the
same time when the brake system indicator (amber) comes on,
release the parking brake manually or automatically.

2 Parking Brake P. 531

• If the brake system indicator (red) continuously comes on or blinks at

the same time when the brake system indicator (amber) comes on,
stop the vehicle in a safe place and have it inspected by a dealer
immediately.

Preventing the vehicle from moving
Put the transmission into

(

• If only the brake system indicator (red) is turned off, avoid using the

parking brake and have your vehicle checked by a dealer immediately.

If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks at the Same
Time When the Brake System Indicator (Amber) Comes On

If you apply the parking brake, you may not be able
to release it.

If the brake system indicator (red) and the brake
system indicator (amber) come on at the same time,
the parking brake is working.

If the brake system indicator (red) blinks at the same
time when the brake system indicator (amber) comes
on, the parking brake may not work because it is
checking the system.

U.S.

Canada

(Red)

U.S.

Canada

(Amber)

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Indicator, Coming On/Blinking

If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator Comes On

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If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator
Comes On

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Reasons for the indicator to come on

• Comes on when there is a problem with the EPS system.
• If you depress the accelerator pedal repeatedly to increase the engine

speed while the engine is idling, the indicator comes on, and
sometimes the steering wheel becomes harder to operate.

• Comes on when EPS steering angle center point memory is lost. This

could be due to a number of problems to include: battery disconnect,
main fuse blow, low battery causing reset of the EPS system, or wire
damage to the EPS harness. The Vehicle Stability Assist® (VSA®)
system, Vehicle Stability Assist® (VSA®) OFF, Adaptive Cruise Control
(ACC) with Low Speed Follow (LSF), safety support and low tire
pressure/TPMS indicators also come on in amber along with a
message in the driver information interface.

Honda Insight (2019 year). Instruction - part 40