Honda Fit What to Check Under the Hood | Beginners Comprehensive Guide

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What I check under the hood of the Honda Fit monthly as preventative maintenance. This is a comprehensive guide which can be understood for beginners. It requires no tools and takes only a few minutes.
:12 Open the hood
1:05 Engine Oil
3:53 Battery
5:05 Coolant
6:49 Brake Fluid
7:19 Windshield Washer Fluid
8:36 Check and Clean Engine Bay
Do this check when the engine is cold (before you drive in the morning). This is on the 2015-2020 Honda Fit/Honda Jazz.

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@peteryeung111 3 жыл бұрын

This is the guy you want to buy a used Honda Fit from.

@MexicoTijuana741 2 жыл бұрын

I drove one for like 10 Years. It was my car for college and work. By the time I got rid of it it, it had 220,000 miles and was still running in good condition. It’s a perfect car for a big city like Los Angeles. It’s very easy to repair. I believe the guy that bought it replaced many parts for new.

@awdobsession717 2 жыл бұрын

Except he thought windshield washer fluid was more important to mention than your air filter… dirty air filter can cause poor mpg, engine hesitation, foul your mass air flow sensor, or even worse.

@peteryeung111 2 жыл бұрын

@@awdobsession717 This is what the internet is all about. If you have suggestions, we all benefit from it. Thank you kindly

@trekkingtomahawk921 3 жыл бұрын

I love my Honda Fit. Easy to clean and maintain!

@CharlesSmith-ki1zk 5 ай бұрын

I just got a 2013 Honda fit. Thanks for schooling me on the upkeep. Your very thorough in your video. Thanks for the head start teacher 👍

@dilliondouglas412 7 ай бұрын

I just bought myself a 2012 Honda Fit and needed to know what to look for. So glad i found this video.

@LMFAO5001 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!! There should be a video like this for every car!

@RyabThatBaconGuy 2 жыл бұрын

Looking at getting a Honda Fit this weekend, so saving this for later! Great guide thanks!

@dcdad556 2 жыл бұрын

I never just wipe away white corrosion on the battery terminals. I mix a little baking soda with water and pour it on and it neutralizes and dissolves the white powder. I then remove the terminal cables: negative off first and replaced last and coat the terminals with dielectric "grease" or vaseline.

@lindakepler8500 8 ай бұрын

I'm shopping for a Honda Fit, so this was a very good tutorial for me-thanks! 🙂

@MsLee-oh7hy 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for making this video! I just bought an 09 Honda Fit Sport 2 days ago. Checking all the fluid levels in this car is VERY important to me!

@InnerCityX Жыл бұрын

How is it a year later? I just bought the same thing!

@MsLee-oh7hy Жыл бұрын

@@InnerCityX blue moon my Honda Fit is doing very well! It’s nice that my car gets 42 mph on the highway. My car needs an oil change. Beyond that blue moon is doing very well.

@InnerCityX Жыл бұрын

@@MsLee-oh7hy right on glad to hear it!! I haven't named mine yet but it's the purple model and I'm so beyond stoked to have a purple car. It came out of nowhere and into my life! Fitgang!!

@SiXiam 6 ай бұрын

@@MsLee-oh7hyWow! 42mpg is a lot. Only ever got around 30mpg doing stop and go. I guess I'll find what my 09 is capable of soon. Got a job that is pretty far away and will be putting on the highway miles!

@hondafitphil6578 2 жыл бұрын

Great video, will be changing mine soon... looks very easy to do.... THANKS.

@GMMGxAce 3 жыл бұрын

Very nice video! It’s really easy to understand, keep it up! 💪🏻

@NevadaLamb 4 ай бұрын

Thanks for the video!!! I’ve been neglecting regular maintenance on my Fit and have been thinking I need to take it to a mechanic for a basic checkup, but based on this video I might be good doing it myself.

@Nora-xk5tf 5 ай бұрын

I just subscribed to your KZfaq podcast channel. Thank You. 1 1/2 Hrs on-line now searching 2013 Honda FIT blue sea thermometer Dash Light meant. Rephrasing over and over my issue. I reviewed so many dumb results tied to Honda FITS, but the junk I had to weed thru for answers took over an hour, My point is glad to find your channel. Very Happy to subsribe. gain, Thank You. My 5 speed 2013 Honda Fit just started this problem. Once engine startup dashboard check complete, my car's sea-blue thermometer remains on 1 or 2 minutes. Jan 2024 Penna Winter Temp today 27 degrees w/Snow Showers to start overnight. I did top-off the Coolant reserve a week ago. The Dashboard Blue Lgt is sticking ON again. Same as before, Blue Temp Sea Light stays lit for 1 or 2 min. * It's so cool outside right now 4Me to open radiator cap. I will PDQ as per your great details 2do!*

@akin1989 3 жыл бұрын

Brilliant presentation man. Cheers

@les1663 3 жыл бұрын

This helped me alot thank you so much!

@ralphhardie7492 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent 👌 Clear info Thanks

@gabbycarter5699 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for your making this video!!!!

@adamishag5377 2 ай бұрын

Thanks. Very good explanation

@gopinatht4654 2 жыл бұрын

very Informative video, cheers!

@beezhangholizadeh-anzabi7840 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much. Informative!

@zeligtheodorovich7403 2 жыл бұрын

Quite helpful. Cleaning under the hood is a forgotten art. Takes me back. Too bad the coolant reservoir is so hard to access. I preferred my old Mazda Protege5 setup.

@dylanwelsford6391 Жыл бұрын

What a great car Protege5

@jaimieconroy36 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing. I would also check tire pressure periodically and replace air filters every 15,000 miles. I think that the transmission dip stick should be returned to engine design. Also, full size spare tires need to be part of standard safety equipment and should be law. It really worries me when I need to use that tiny temporary spare tire. It feels unsafe and handles poorly when it is on the car.

@MyLifeThai371 Жыл бұрын

I just got done installing a bigger battery in my 2008 Honda Fit. I got the NAPA "THE LEGEND PREMIUM" 740 CA/590 CCA. H: 6.75". W: 6.75". L: 9". BCI # 96R, NAPA # 8496R. I have it running lengthwise from the fuse box to the air cleaner. It fits perfect! Nice and snug! This is the direct fit battery that Napa had installed in my 2005 Mustang 4.0L

@Confidentman69 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome review. 100%🎯👍

@amitmitra7038 Жыл бұрын

Your videos are very nice 👍

@hazi4101 2 жыл бұрын

great video! keep it up!

@valerienolasco481 3 жыл бұрын

I have a Honda Fit 2020 and this helped thank you

@MsLee-oh7hy 6 ай бұрын

Good morning. I have the Honda fit EX-L. The Honda fit sport is one Honda for model I learned this a few months after my 42 mpg highway KZfaq reply on here. I too recently started working at a new job and I have a 45-58 minute commute Tuesday through Friday. My Honda Fit Ex-L only has a 10 gallon fuel tank. So since it’s winter time I buy the mid grade gas for my Honda Fit so I don’t have to pump gas daily. Beyond the small gas tank on it I love my Honda Fit EX-L.

@dylanwelsford6391 Жыл бұрын

I find holding a flashlight to the brake fluid reservoir can help determine the level if it’s hard to see

@Whatdoyouthink.687 3 жыл бұрын

Good to know video, thanks.

@tabrans5284 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much

@gracerascon9026 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@owenjames5308 3 жыл бұрын

I have a 2009 fit sport, and I’m having some issues. Do you have any videos on fuel injection system checks or replacements? And or oil leak fixes?

@paulh6591 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the reminder... for some reason, I've neglected my 2010 fit. I put 180,000 miles on it over the last decade but have never added or checked the oil (do change it when the minder tells me to) and have never added or changed the brake fluid or coolant. Last time I put on new brake pads I just swapped them out in 10 minutes flat and the fluid was still at a good level. I've never cleaned the engine, or the battery terminals either. I put in a new engine air filter at some point, 'can't remember when. Maybe this Summer I'll give the whole thing a good once-over.

@richsweeney1115 3 жыл бұрын

Why would you neglect it.....I'll never understand ppl not checking their oil....

@paulh6591 3 жыл бұрын

@@richsweeney1115 Life happens; I got busy. I did change the oil and oil filter, every time the on-board minder indicated that I should. Each time I checked the oil and it was not low. I changed the engine air filter once, replaced the brake pads as needed, replaced wiper blades and light bulbs as needed, had a tire place replace the tires as needed. I punted on the spark plug replacement, valve adjustment, brake fluid flush, new engine coolant, new transmission fluid. My bad. The car is now over 10 years old, has 180,000 miles on it, and runs flawlessly. This Spring I'm ready to lavish a little care on the thing.

@richsweeney1115 3 жыл бұрын

@@paulh6591 my ex has an orange 09 fit sport, we both love it, it's a standard, so it's fun to drive, it has 180k and runs like new

@Broken_robot1986 Жыл бұрын

Nice, I just hit 100k. This weekend I'm finally getting to the neglected fluids and cleaning.

@sergiotachini5707 3 ай бұрын

Honda fit/jazz very good choice

@twalsh1801 3 жыл бұрын

thanks for the instruction

@Boris_Cifuentes 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks you so much ! It was very useful information on maintenance. Keep up the great work on your Chanel ! :) I have a 2016 Honda Fit , same color as yours :) . Few months ago I lost my engine splash shield from unknowingly dragging it for many miles. I know a lot of cars lose them on the highways and people thinks it’s not a big deal to drive with out it. What are your thoughts ?

@CarsForNoobs 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, for the splash guard you can probably leave it off. Its supposed to help aerodynamics and protect from corrosion. Its very easy to fall off on the fit, mine is loose at the back and have to zip tie it on. I actually talk about this in my oil change video, which I will hopefully post soon

@brianmartinez315 3 жыл бұрын

Random question...I have a 2019 Honda Fit Sport and noticed that there is no rubber cover piece in the middle of the engine hood above the Honda logo. There's rubber aligned the rest of it to protect from dirt and debris getting into the engine, but is this left blank intentionally because that is where the switch/hook is to open the engine hood? It looks like you don't have a rubber piece either above the "H"...is it missing or not meant to be there? LOL thanks!

@rsb67 3 жыл бұрын

Omg thank you for great look under the hood of Fit! I’m searching for an answer about how to fix my dumbest dumb doing too many things at once goof up ... I put window washer in the radiator main part not the reservoir ...what do I do?

@5frogfrenzy 3 жыл бұрын

Flush the radiator and buy some new coolant.

@tasiciouskamambo4124 Жыл бұрын

Where do I add the oil. And also kindly do a video on cvt oil gear box oil

@kevinwalsh336 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@rosiecardona2069 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this tutorial, very helpful. I have a honda fit ex 2016 and I notice that when I shut off my car 2 red flashing lights go on . One is by the screen panel where the monitor is and the other is by speedometer. Is this normal? They just flash in red.

@HondaFit4Adventure 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Rosie. It could be an alarm indicator light. If it only flashes a few times and goes away, count how many times it flashes as it could be an error code. Best wishes.

@monkeypie8701 2 жыл бұрын

6:18 if your radiator fluid was so low, how come it's up to the top here? For me before I checked the level and I couldn't see it so I juggle it to feel the weight and It feels low, but when I take the cap off its overflowing

@lylynguyen3283 2 жыл бұрын

Hello, my 2015 fit makes a noise when I turn on AC. Do you think it needs a recharge? I hope to find some answers before paying for a diagnostic

@Jronesfpv 33 минут бұрын

uh also check engine AIR FILTER and cabin air filter. i replace mine almost every oil change since they're cheap

@guitarplayer4518 Жыл бұрын

So I have a question I have a Honda fit I just purchased it’s used 2012 great shape they heard Rod is it supposed to be loose you have one piece of fish in the hole at the bottom and then when you raise the head rod to keep the hood up it’s a white piece that goes into the hole for the hood the question that I have the bottom it supposed to be real loose

@kanp5114 Жыл бұрын

@4:55 Safe to touch both terminals as long as you are not touching any part of car metal when touching Red one ;)

@cherrieng4397 2 жыл бұрын

Is there a main switch for the air conditioning?

@NameEncrypted Жыл бұрын

What is use of bleeding valve above washer fluid?

@ydagomez4178 2 жыл бұрын

Should I just add water to my car or the little thing of the water is a do I have to go by that blue stuff

@oklamoni5697 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video. I found out, I need 0W20 oil. which is better for the fit (2020), synthetic or regular motor oil? Also, is one brand/color better than another for the coolant?

@CarsForNoobs 3 жыл бұрын

Motor oil I use full synthetic, I think with 0w20 you only have the option of full or blend. For the coolant I'm not really sure I would probably get the honda oem

@mrw9859 Жыл бұрын

I haven't had the oil changed in my 2013 model since 2019. I drive infrequently, however. At the 2019 oil change it had 14,785 miles only. It currently has a little over 16k. According to the indicator I am at 40 percent despite the years. I have never had the brake or transmission fluids changed. I probably would've had the oil changed in 2021 even if the indicator was above 15 percent, but I was fearful about the pandemic. Every October or November or so, the indicator for tire pressure lights up without fail since it was brand new. I put some air in all four tires and it goes away until the next year. I think I will finally do my oil change in this spring.

@joecool4656 Жыл бұрын

Conventional oil will need to replaced even if you do not drive with it much because it looses it’s correct properties with time. You should only do something like that will full synthetic oil

@MrEjblanco 6 ай бұрын

Good luck getting under the car, only thing i hate about fits

@MyLifeThai371 2 жыл бұрын

I found the center console with armrest new on e-bay for the Honda Fit for $44. "Rotatable Storage Box Armrest Center Console For Honda Fit Jazz 2009-2013 12 11" Brand: XUKEY. Made in California.

@cathrisrose6505 2 жыл бұрын

What's the number that should be on my radiator cap

@carmotorblog1886 Жыл бұрын

How about stirring oil

@davidhammond8098 2 жыл бұрын

What do you think of the Honda Fit CVT transmission in the 2018 model

@stefenosthepom2649 2 жыл бұрын

Love the 2017 CVT.

@The94612 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Is the oil % level accurate? I have 2020 Fit, and it was at 60%- was told by oil changer that oil was almost out and filthy. Now I feel I can’t trust the oil minder on dash..

@scrub3359 2 жыл бұрын

I'm pretty sure the percentage is just calculated on miles, it doesn't test your oil or anything like that

@viperstrike3827 Жыл бұрын

I have a 2017 and the oil changer goes to zero at 10,000 miles. I change mine every 3,000. 5,000 was fine, but I like doing it at 3,000. Now lets wait for someone to reply to me telling me I am wasting money changing my oil every 3,000 miles.

@realitybites4649 3 жыл бұрын

what about the belt??

@shani13xx Жыл бұрын

How do you top up the coolant for the engine? Where do you put it in?

@JC-hu1wd 7 ай бұрын

Refer to the video. It's tucked away out of first sight.

@incogn3gr0 2 жыл бұрын

I don't think you need to check the radiator level. Just the coolant tank.

@thomasham130 3 жыл бұрын

3 things to check for on the oil on an earth dreams Honda engine, you got the level and the color, but should give it a smell make sure you don't smell gas. The high PSI of the fuel injector can push the gas past the rings on get gas in your oil.

@CarsForNoobs 3 жыл бұрын

Good tip thanks!

@HondaFit4Adventure 3 жыл бұрын

I believe you are referring to the 1.5T engine that comes equipped on the Civic Si and the CRV. That is not the same 1.5L engine that is on the fit.

@thomasham130 3 жыл бұрын

@@HondaFit4Adventure Yeah I hear its more on the turbo engines. But for what its worth I have seen some posts on the fit forums talking about how they have oil dilution. But even if they don't get oil dilution, they can still get gummed up valves, depending on your driving habits. Either way it was a new engine and they still need to work the kinks.

@HondaFit4Adventure 3 жыл бұрын

@@thomasham130 I totally agree about the gunked up valves on that GDI engine. Took care if that kzfaq.info/get/bejne/oJt4g7Olv8jZj6c.html

@JeeGee114 2 жыл бұрын

Every year I let a specialist check my airco for 10 Euro's. I am amazed how many people just don't seem to care about easily avoiding trouble and expensive repairs by checking fluids.

@riedonborn8602 3 жыл бұрын

is it okay to use only water on Windshield Washer?

@CarsForNoobs 3 жыл бұрын

Only if you are in a place where the temperature doesn't drop below freezing, then it's fine

@DogsLuvUNoMatterWhat 2 жыл бұрын

My AC quit working last year....(not blowing cold air).I took it to a mechanic and they added freon to it. It worked all summer. I turned it on the other day and is not blowing cold air ☹. Any suggestions other than taking it back to the mechanic?

@CarsForNoobs 2 жыл бұрын

You must have a leak somewhere in the system. Has not happened to my fit but happened to another honda I had. You can buy a can of the refrigerant and refill it yourself for $20-30. Instructions on the can. That's an easy work around to finding and fixing the leak which could be hard to find and expensive to fix

@j_taylor 2 жыл бұрын

When you refill the refrigerant, add a dye. Then check later for traces of that dye around the service ports and the compressor. This is what mechanics do.

@chrisp9859 2 жыл бұрын

What are you using to clean the engine bay at the end?

@CarsForNoobs 2 жыл бұрын

I just either water or a quick detailer or or wash less cleaner like optimum no rinse. I figure these should be safe on all materials under the hood (metal, painted metal, plastic, rubber)

@MsReclusivity 2 жыл бұрын

Water with a little bit of dish soap in it is pretty good at cleaning up the engine. It's considered a light degreaser. I watch ChrisFix use it all the time when cleaning engines

@shawncheney1496 2 жыл бұрын

What about drivers side door leaks and water in floor? What do I do?

@loreleibrewer3803 10 ай бұрын

You might need to replace the weatherstripping on the driver's side door or reseal it. As for the water, maybe a wet/dry shop vac? I would also check for rust--you'd have to move the seat and floor carpet to check the metal underneath

@hawkeye2145 9 ай бұрын

I had the exact same issue for years -- open the sunroof, spool a long line of weed whacker twine gently down the two sunroof drain holes until you hit a dead end on each. Spin it around to clear any blockages, remove it, then pour a good amount of water down each drain and watch for it to quickly exit down to the ground by the tire wells. Wait for a heavy downpour, check for a dry carpet and celebrate! Neither the dealership or bodyshop could ever replicate this issue, and they'll try to clear the drains using compressed air which unfortunately doesn't work and will be a waste of your time and money.

@CB-bb2ix 3 жыл бұрын

How do I know what type of engine oil to buy?

@CarsForNoobs 3 жыл бұрын

0w20 for the 2015-2020 Honda fit. Otherwise, it says in the manual

@richsweeney1115 3 жыл бұрын

09 takes 5 20 ...it says it on the oil cap too. Google will tell you..or in the manual

@bearpurther 3 жыл бұрын

Engine totally cold? When checking oil level?

@CarsForNoobs 3 жыл бұрын

That's always what I've done. I think it easiest to get an accurate measurement ( no excess oil on the upper part of of stick). Some do recommend checking when the engine is warm so I guess thay works fine too

@AndrewMaksymBrainNectar 11 ай бұрын

Is this the second or third generation fit? I have second.

@CarsForNoobs 11 ай бұрын

3rd generation

@pbarriga8292 2 жыл бұрын

I was waiting for 2022 to purchase 2 of them ,they STOP making on 2020 it really sucks.

@j_taylor 2 жыл бұрын

It does suck. You can find some used. Great car!

@nicotips9074 10 ай бұрын

Hi the clutch oil you don't check

@JeffBoyardeeSon 2 жыл бұрын

Huge Noob so dont judge. I have a 17’ Fit that I brought to the dealership to diagnose an oil leak. They told me they have to reseal the crankshaft and reseal the engine block oil separator. What is an engine block oil separator? Why does it cost $750 to reseal? Does my car even have one? I have absolutely no idea what it is

@j_taylor 2 жыл бұрын

I just ask them to show me. Put it up on the lift, and point to where it's leaking. Leaks are often visible because there's fluid there. If the shop can't let you in for insurance reasons, the mechanic can just take photos on their phone, walk back, and show you that way. I realize this reply is late. I hope you were able to get it solved without much trouble.

@MyLifeThai371 2 жыл бұрын

What year is this Honda FIT?

@CarsForNoobs 2 жыл бұрын

2017

@nicotips9074 10 ай бұрын

The oil duel clutch don't check boss

Жыл бұрын

Coolant part is a bit confusing. Why do we have 2 separate points to check?

@JC-hu1wd 7 ай бұрын

The white one is the top up reservoir so it will draw off that. Just keep it topped up.

@garynelson7010 2 жыл бұрын

Coolant

@Karingithidan 9 ай бұрын

Gearbox oil

@Death_trap_auto 2 жыл бұрын

Never go over 3k don’t care about synthetic don’t go over 3k unless u want sludge in ur block. Good video still. 4:39 use baking soda and water to get the white stuff off ur batt 2nd use dielectric grease on the batt terminal to stop that intact use that grease on anything electric

@viperstrike3827 Жыл бұрын

Yes I agree with your statement on oil. The gas puts the dirt in the oil. The synthetic may hold up better, but the engine and gas still puts dirt in in the oil at the same rate.

@ibuckfutu Жыл бұрын

3k oil change intervals on synthetic oil? lol that's a waste of time and money