Can you jump start a Honda Fit hybrid?

Yes, you can jump start a Honda Fit hybrid. While the process is similar to jump starting a traditional gasoline-powered vehicle, there are a few additional considerations to keep in mind when jump starting a hybrid car.

Preparing to Jump Start a Honda Fit Hybrid

Before attempting to jump start a Honda Fit hybrid, make sure you have the following:

• Another vehicle with a functioning battery


• Jumper cables


• Protective gear like gloves and safety glasses

It's also important to ensure that both vehicles are turned off and parked close enough for the jumper cables to reach, but not touching each other.

Steps to Jump Start a Honda Fit Hybrid

1. Engage the parking brakes on both vehicles.


2. Locate the positive (+) and negative (-) battery terminals on the Honda Fit hybrid. The positive terminal is usually marked with a "+" sign.


3. Connect one end of the red jumper cable to the positive terminal on the Honda Fit hybrid's battery.


4. Connect the other end of the red jumper cable to the positive terminal on the donor vehicle's battery.


5. Connect one end of the black jumper cable to the negative terminal on the donor vehicle's battery.


6. Connect the other end of the black jumper cable to a metal ground on the Honda Fit hybrid, such as an unpainted bolt or the engine block.


7. Start the donor vehicle and let it run for a few minutes to charge the Honda Fit hybrid's battery.


8. Try to start the Honda Fit hybrid. If it doesn't start, let the donor vehicle run for a few more minutes before trying again.


9. Once the Honda Fit hybrid is running, remove the jumper cables in the reverse order: black from the Honda Fit, black from the donor vehicle, red from the donor vehicle, and red from the Honda Fit.

Remember to drive the Honda Fit hybrid for at least 15-20 minutes to allow the battery to recharge before turning it off.

Considerations for Jumping a Honda Fit Hybrid

When jump starting a Honda Fit hybrid, it's important to be extra cautious as the vehicle's electrical system is more complex than a traditional gasoline-powered car. Avoid touching any exposed metal parts or wires, and be sure to follow the manufacturer's instructions carefully. Additionally, if the Honda Fit hybrid's battery is severely depleted, it may not be able to be jump started, and you may need to call for professional assistance.

Is it okay to jumpstart a hybrid vehicle?

Yes, you can jump-start a hybrid car because it uses a standard 12-volt battery, just like a conventional car, to power its accessories and start the gasoline engine. The process is similar to jump-starting any other vehicle, but you must connect the jumper cables to the 12-volt battery or a designated jump-starting point, not the high-voltage hybrid battery.
 
This video demonstrates how to jump-start a hybrid or electric vehicle: 56sOrtoTech GarageYouTube · Nov 16, 2024
Before you begin

• Locate the 12-volt battery: It may be under the hood in a different location than a traditional car, sometimes hidden under a fuse box. Consult your owner's manual for the exact location. 
• Park both cars: Ensure both vehicles are parked on a flat surface with their parking brakes engaged. 
• Turn off everything: Turn off both vehicles and all electrical components like lights, radio, and A/C. 
• Get the right equipment: You will need jumper cables and a working vehicle or a jump-starter pack. 

How to jump-start the hybrid

1. Attach the red (positive) clamp: Connect one red clamp to the positive (+)open paren positive close paren(+) terminal of the dead hybrid battery or the positive jump post/terminal. 
2. Connect the other red clamp: Attach the other red clamp to the positive (+)open paren positive close paren(+) terminal of the good battery in the donor vehicle. 
3. Attach the black (negative) clamp: Connect one black clamp to the negative (−)open paren negative close paren(−) terminal of the good battery. 
4. Connect the other black clamp: Attach the final black clamp to an unpainted, solid metal part of the hybrid car's chassis (a ground point). This is a crucial step and is especially important if you can't find an obvious negative terminal on the hybrid. 
5. Start the donor car: Start the engine of the working vehicle and let it run for a few minutes to charge the dead battery. 
6. Start the hybrid: Attempt to start the hybrid car. You may hear the engine start or see a "ready" light turn on. 
7. Remove the clamps: Once the hybrid is running, carefully remove the clamps in the reverse order that you connected them. Do not let the clamps touch each other. 

How to start Honda Fit with dead battery?

Fortunately there's a simple solution instead of pushing the push button start button with your finger. All you have to do is push that button with the key fob. Itself. And that will start right up.

Can you jump a Honda hybrid battery?

The answer is yes!

How to jump a Honda Fit?

To jump-start a Honda Fit, connect the red jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal on both the dead and good batteries, then connect the other red clamp to the positive post of the dead battery and the other red clamp to the positive post of the good battery. Connect the black jumper cable to the negative (-) terminal on the good battery and then to an unpainted metal surface (a ground point) on the engine or chassis of the dead vehicle, not the negative battery terminal. Finally, start the donor car, let it run for a few minutes, and then try to start the Fit.
 
This video demonstrates how to jump-start a car with jumper cables: 46sZach ChinYouTube · Jul 25, 2025
Steps to jump-start a Honda Fit

1. Park the vehicles: Park the vehicle with the good battery close enough to the Fit for the jumper cables to reach, but do not let them touch. 
2. Prepare the vehicles: Turn off both engines and engage the parking brakes. Turn off all electrical devices. 
3. Open the hoods: Open the hoods of both vehicles and locate the batteries. On a Honda Fit, the battery is located on the passenger side of the engine bay. 
4. Connect the red clamps: 
   • Connect one red clamp to the positive (+) terminal on the dead battery in the Fit. 
   • Connect the other red clamp to the positive (+) terminal on the good battery. 
5. Connect the black clamps: 
   • Connect one black clamp to the negative (-) terminal on the good battery. 
   • Connect the other black clamp to a clean, unpainted metal surface on the engine or chassis of the Fit. Do not connect it to the dead battery's negative terminal. 
6. Start the donor car: Start the engine of the vehicle with the good battery. Let it run for a few minutes to charge the Fit's battery. 
7. Start the Honda Fit: Attempt to start the engine of the Honda Fit. If it's slow to turn over, ensure the cables have good metal-to-metal contact. 
8. Disconnect the cables: Once the Fit is running, disconnect the jumper cables in the reverse order of how you connected them. Remove the black clamp from the ground point on the Fit first, then the black clamp from the good battery's negative terminal, followed by the red clamps. 
9. Keep the engine running: Keep the Honda Fit's engine running for at least 15-20 minutes to allow the battery to charge.