Honda Insight 2005 Reference Owner's Manual page 175

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If the Engine Won't Start
If the headlights dim noticeably or
go out when you try to start the
engine, either the battery is
discharged or the connections are
corroded. Check the condition of the
battery and terminal connections
(see page 162 ). You can then try
jump starting the vehicle from a
booster battery (see page
174
The Starter Operates Normally
In this case, the starter motor's
speed sounds normal, or even faster
than normal, when you turn the
ignition switch to START (III), but
the engine does not run.
Are you using the proper starting
175 ). procedure? Refer to
Engine
Do you have fuel? Check the fuel
gauge; the low fuel indicator may
not be working.
There may be an electrical
problem, such as no power to the
fuel pump. Check all the fuses
(see page
Starting the
on page 109 .
185 ).
If you find nothing wrong, you will
need a qualified technician to find
the problem. See
Emergency
Towing on page 183 .