Indicators

Indicator
Name
On/Blinking
Explanation
Message*2
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Red)
  • Comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON II*1, then goes off if the parking brake has been released.
  • Comes on when the parking brake is applied, and goes off when it is released.
  • Comes on when the brake fluid level is low.
  • Comes on if there is a problem with the brake system.
  • The beeper sounds and the indicator comes on if you drive with the parking brake not fully released.
Brake System Indicator (Amber)
  • Comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON II*1, then goes off.
  • Comes on if there is a problem with a system related to braking other than the conventional brake system.
  • Stays on constantly
    - Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.

*1:Models with the keyless access system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.

*2:Models with multi-information display

Indicator
Name
On/Blinking
Explanation
Message*2
Low Oil Pressure Indicator
  • Comes on when you turn the ignition switch to ON II*1, and goes off when the engine starts.
  • Comes on when the engine oil pressure is low.
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
  • Comes on when you turn the ignition switch to ON II*1, and goes off either when the engine starts or after several seconds if the vehicle did not start.
  • Comes on if there is a problem with the emissions control systems.
  • Blinks when a misfire in the engine's cylinders is detected.
  • Comes on while driving
    - Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
  • Blinks while driving
    - Stop in a safe place where there are no flammable objects. Stop the engine for 10 minutes or more, and wait for it to cool down. Then, take your vehicle to a dealer.

*1 : Models with the keyless access system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.

*2 : Models with multi-information display

Indicator
Name
On/Blinking
Explanation
Message*2
Charging System Indicator
  • Comes on when you turn the ignition switch to ON II*1, and goes off when the engine starts.
  • Comes on when the battery is not charging.
Seat Belt Reminder Indicator
  • Comes on and the beeper* sounds if you are not wearing a seat belt when you turn the ignition switch to ON II*1.
  • Blinks while driving if you have not fastened the seat belt. The beeper sounds and the indicator blinks at regular intervals.
Models with front passenger's seat belt reminder
  • If the front passenger is not wearing a seat belt, the indicator comes on about a few seconds later.
  • Blinks while driving if the front passenger has not fastened a seat belt. The beeper sounds and the indicator blinks at regular intervals.
  • The beeper* stops and the indicator goes off when you fasten the seat belt.
  • Stays on after you have fastened the seat belt
    - A detection error may have occurred in the sensor. Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
Models with front passenger's seat belt reminder
  • The beeper stops and the indicator goes off when the front passenger fastens their seat belt.
  • Stays on after the front passenger has fastened the seat belt
    - A detection error may have occurred in the sensor. Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
Honda Jazz Seatbelt SignHonda Jazz Seatbelt Sign

*1 : Models with the keyless access system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.

*2 : Models with multi-information display

Indicator
Name
On/Blinking
Explanation
Message*1
Shift Lever Position Indicator*
  • Indicates the current shift lever position.
Transmission Indicator*
  • Blinks if the transmission system has a problem.
  • Blinks while driving
    - Avoid sudden starts and acceleration and have your vehicle checked by a dealer immediately.
Honda Jazz Check System Sign
M (7-speed manual shift mode) Indicator/Shift Indicator*
  • Comes on when 7-speed manual shift mode is applied.

*1 : Models with multi-information display

Indicator
Name
On/Blinking
Explanation
Message*2
Low Fuel Indicator
  • Comes on when the fuel reserve is running low (approximately 5.3 Litres left).
  • Blinks if there is a problem with the fuel gauge.
  • Comes on
    - Refuel your vehicle as soon as possible.
  • Blinks
    - Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
Honda Jazz Fuel Low Sign
Diesel models
  • The fuel gauge needle is at the E* or fuel gauge dot disappeared*.
Supplemental Restraint System Indicator*
  • Comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON II*1, then goes off.
  • Comes on if a problem with any of the following is detected:
    • Supplemental restraint system
    • Side airbag system*
    • Side curtain airbag system*
    • Seat belt tensioner
  • Stays on constantly or does not come on at all
    - Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.

*1 : Models with the keyless access system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.

*2 : Models with multi-information display

Indicator
Name
On/Blinking
Explanation
Message*2
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Indicator*
  • Comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON II*1, then goes off.
  • If it comes on at any other time, there is a problem with the ABS.
  • Stays on constantly
    - Have your vehicle checked by a dealer. With this indicator on, your vehicle still has normal braking ability but no anti-lock function.
Door and Tailgate Open Indicator
  • Comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON II*1, then goes off.
  • Comes on if any door or the tailgate is not completely closed.
  • The beeper sounds and the indicator comes on if any door or the tailgate is opened while driving.
  • Goes off when all doors and the tailgate are closed.
Honda Jazz Door Open Sign

*1 : Models with the keyless access system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.

*2 : Models with multi-information display

Indicator
Name
On/Blinking
Explanation
Message*2
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System Indicator*
  • Comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON II*1, then goes off.
  • Blinks when VSA is active.
  • Comes on if there is a problem with the VSA or hill start assist system*.
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) OFF Indicator*
  • Comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON II*1, then goes off.
  • Comes on when you deactivate VSA.

*1 : Models with the keyless access system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.

*2 : Models with multi-information display

Indicator
Name
On/Blinking
Explanation
Message*2
High Temperature Indicator (Red)
  • Comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON II*1, then goes off.
  • Blinks when the engine coolant temperature goes up, and stays on if the temperature continues to rise.
  • Goes off, then comes on blue when the engine coolant temperature is low.
  • Blinks while driving
    - Drive slowly to prevent overheating.
  • Stays on while driving
    - Immediately stop in a safe place and allow the engine to cool.
Low Temperature Indicator (Blue)*
  • Comes on when the engine coolant temperature is low.
  • If the indicator stays on after the engine has reached normal operating temperature, there may be a problem with the temperature sensors. Have your vehicle inspected by a dealer.

*1 : Models with the keyless access system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.

*2 : Models with multi-information display

Indicator
Name
On/Blinking
Explanation
Message*2
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator
  • Comes on when you turn the ignition switch to ON II*1, and goes off when the engine starts.
  • Comes on if there is a problem with the EPS system.
System Message Indicator*
  • Comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON II*1, then goes off.
  • Comes on along with a beep when a problem is detected. A system message on the multi-information display appears at the same time.
  • While the indicator is on, press the (information) button to see the message again.
  • Refer to the Indicators information in this chapter when a system message appears on the multi-information display. Take appropriate action for the message.
  • The multi-information display does not return to the normal screen unless the warning is cancelled, or the button is pressed.

*1 : Models with the keyless access system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.

*2 : Models with multi-information display

Indicator
Name
On/Blinking
Explanation
Message*1
Glow Plugs Indicator*
  • Comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON II, then goes off.
  • Comes on for a while when you turn the ignition switch to ON II under the extremely low ambient temperature condition, then goes off.
  • Stays on
    - The engine is cold. Do not start the engine until the indicator goes off.
  • Goes off quickly even when ambient temperature is extremely low
    - Have your vehicle inspected by a dealer.
PGM-FI Indicator*
  • Comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON II, then goes off.
  • Comes on while driving if there is a problem with the engine control system.
  • Comes on if you do not use the proper fuel for the climate or regional conditions.

*1 : Models with multi-information display

Indicator
Name
On/Blinking
Explanation
Message*1
Water in Fuel Indicator*
  • Comes on when water has accumulated in the fuel system.
  • Comes on if you have parked your vehicle for an extended period.
  • Have a dealer drain off the water from the system as soon as possible. Accumulated water may cause damage to the fuel system.
  • Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.

*1 : Models with multi-information display

Indicator
Name
On/Blinking
Explanation
Message*1
Turn Signal and Hazard Warning Indicators
  • Blinks when you operate the turn signal lever.
  • Blink along with all turn signals if you press the hazard warning button.
Models with emergency stop signal
  • Blink along with all turn signals when you depress the brake pedal while the high speed driving.
High Beam Indicator
  • Comes on when the high beam headlights are on.
Lights On Indicator
  • Comes on whenever the light switch is on.
  • If you remove the key from the ignition switch*, or set the power mode* to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK) while the exterior lights are on, a chime sounds when the driver’s door is opened.
Fog Light Indicator*
  • Comes on when the fog lights are on.
Light Control Indicator*
  • Comes on if there is a problem with the low beam headlights.
  • Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.

*1 : Models with multi-information display

Indicator
Name
On/Blinking
Explanation
Message*2
Immobilizer System Indicator
  • Comes on briefly when you turn the ignition switch to ON II*1, then goes off.
  • Comes on if the immobilizer system cannot recognize the key information.
  • Blinks -
    Models without keyless access system
    You cannot start the engine. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK 0, pull the key out, and then insert the key and turn it to ON II again.
    Models with keyless access system
    You cannot start the engine. Set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK), then select the ON mode again.
  • Repeatedly blinks
    - The system may be malfunctioning. Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
  • Do not attempt to alter this system or add other devices to it. Electrical problems can occur.

*1 : Models with the keyless access system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.

*2 : Models with multi-information display

Indicator
Name
On/Blinking
Explanation
Message*1
Honda Jazz Indicator
Security System Alarm Indicator*
  • Blinks when the security system alarm has been set.
CRUISE MAIN Indicator*
  • Comes on when you press the CRUISE button.
CRUISE CONTROL Indicator*
  • Comes on when you have set a speed for cruise control.
Keyless Access System Indicator*
  • Comes on for a few seconds when you set the power mode to ON, then goes off.
  • Comes on as soon as a problem is detected in the keyless access system or keyless starting system.
  • Stays on constantly or does not come on at all -
    Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
Honda Jazz Check System Sign

*1 : Models with multi-information display

Indicator
Name
On/Blinking
Explanation
Message*1
Starter System Indicator*
  • Comes on when you set the power mode to ON, and goes off when the engine starts.
  • Comes on if the starting system has a problem.
  • As a temporary measure, press and hold the ENGINE START/STOP button for up to 15 seconds while pressing the brake pedal and clutch pedal (manual transmission only), and manually start the engine. Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
Shift to Park Indicator*
  • Comes on when you press the ENGINE START/STOP button to turn the engine off without the shift lever in P.
  • Press the ENGINE START/STOP button twice after moving the shift lever to P.
Rotate Wheel Indicator*
  • Comes on when the steering wheel is locked.
  • Move the steering wheel left and right while pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button.
ECO Indicator*
  • Comes on while the engine is operating in its most economical range.

*1 : Models with multi-information display

* Not available on all models