2005 HONDA CIVIC HATCHBACK wiper blades

When the radiator and engine are
cool, relieve any pressure in the
cooling system by turning the
radiator cap counterclockwise,
without pressing down.
Remove the radiator cap by
pushing down and turning
counterclockwise.Put the radiator cap back on and
tighten it.
Pour coolant into the reserve tank.
Fill it to half way between the MAX
and MIN marks. Put the cap back
on the reserve tank.
Do not add any rust inhibitors or
other additives to your vehicle’s
cooling system. They may not be
compatible with the coolant or
engine components. The coolant level should be up to
the base of the f iller neck. Add
coolant if it is low. Pour the
coolant slowly and caref ully so you
do not spill. Clean up any spill
immediately; it could damage
components in the engine
compartment.
Check the f luid level in the
windshield washer reservoir at least monthly during normal use.
The low washer
level indicator comes on when the
level is low (see page ).
Fill the reservoir with a good-quality
windshield washer f luid. This
increases the cleaning capability and
prevents f reezing in cold weather.
When you ref ill the reservoir, clean
the edges of the windshield wiper
blades with windshield washer fluid
on a clean cloth. This will help to
condition them.
2. 3. 4. 5.
1. 54
On Canadian models:
Engine Coolant, Windshield Washers
Windshield Washers
142 RADIATOR CAP
Do not use engine antif reeze or a
vinegar/water solution in the
windshield washer reservoir. Antif reeze
can damage your vehicle’s paint, while
a vinegar/water solution can damage
the windshield washer pump. Use only
commercially-available windshield
washer f luid.
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To replace a f ront wiper blade:Raise the wiper arm of f the
windshield. Raise the driver’s side
first, then the passenger’s side. Disconnect the blade assembly
fromthewiperarmbypushingin
the lock tab. Hold the lock tab in
while you push the blade assembly
toward the base of the arm.
Check the condition of the wiper
blades at least every 6 months.
Replace them if you f ind signs of
cracking in the rubber, areas that are
getting hard, or if they leave streaks
and unwiped areas when used.
2.
1.
Wiper Blades
154 WIPER ARMS
LOCK TAB
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Remove the blade f rom its holder
by grasping the tabbed end of the
blade. Pull f irmly until the tabs
come out of the holder.Examine the new wiper blades. If
they have no plastic or metal
reinf orcement along the back
edge, remove the metal
reinf orcement strips f rom the old
wiper blade, and install them in
the slots along the edge of the new
blade.Slide the new wiper blade into the
holder until the tabs lock.
Slide the wiper blade assembly
onto the wiper arm. Make sure it
locks in place.
Lower the wiper arm down against
the windshield. Lower the
passenger’s side f irst, then the
driver’s side.
3. 4. 5. 6. 7.
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Wiper Blades
Maint enance
155
BLADE
BLADE
REINFORCEMENT
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To replace a rear wiper blade:Pull one end of the blade out f rom
the holder.
Slide the blade out of the holder. Insert both ends of the blade into
the holder. Make sure they are
secure.
Lower the wiper arm.
Raise the wiper arm of f the rear
window. Examine the new wiper blade. If it
has no plastic or metal
reinf orcement along the back
edge, remove the metal
reinf orcement strips f rom the old
wiper blade and install them in the
slots along the edge of the new
blade.
Slide the new blade into the holder.
Make sure it is engaged in the slot
along its f ull length.
3. 4. 5.6. 7.
1. 2.
Wiper Blades
156 BLADE
REINFORCEMENT
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CONT INUED
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Rear View Mirror . 79
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Rear Window Def ogger . 62
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Rear Window Washer . 60
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Rear Window Wiper . 60
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Reclining the Seat Backs . 71
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Recommended Shif t Points . 125
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Reminder Lights . 51
Replacement Inf ormation
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Dust and Pollen Filter . 153
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Engine Oil and Filter . 139
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Fuses . 181
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Light Bulbs . 145
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Schedule . 131
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Tires and Wheels . 160
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Wiper Blades . 154
Replacing Seat Belts Af ter a ............................................
Crash . 22
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Reporting Saf ety Def ects . 204
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Reset (Select) Button . 57
Reserve Tank, Engine
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Coolant . 114, 141
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Restraint, Child . 29
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Rotation, Tire . 160
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Running Lights, Daytime . 161 ................................
Saf ety Belts . 10, 20
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Safety Defects, Reporting . 204
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Saf ety Features . 9
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Airbags . 11
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Door Locks . 12
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Head Restraints . 15
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Seat Belts . 10
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Seats and Seat-Backs . 12
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Saf ety Labels, Location of . 48
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Saf ety Messages . ii
Seat Belts, Additional
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Inf ormation . 20
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Lap/Shoulder Belt . 20
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Seat Belt Maintenance . 22
..
Seat Belt System Components . 20
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Seat Belts . 10, 20
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Cleaning . 153
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Maintenance . 22
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Replacing Af ter a Crash . 22
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System Components . 20
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Tether Anchor Points . 42
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Use During Pregnancy . 18
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Seat, Folding Rear . 73
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Wearing a Lap/Shoulder Belt . 15 ........................
Seats, Adjusting the . 71
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Selecting a Child Seat . 36
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Select/Reset Button . 57
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Serial Number . 190
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Service Intervals . 133-134
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Service Manual . 205
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Service Station Procedures . 111
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Setting the Clock . 104
Shif ting
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The Manual Transmission . 124
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Side Airbags . 26
Side Marker Lights, Bulb
.........................
Replacement in . 147
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Signaling Turns . 61
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Snow Tires . 161
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Sound System . 90
Spare Tire
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Inf lating . 166
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Specif ications . 193
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Specif ications Charts . 192
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Speedometer . 57
Index
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INDEX
VII
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Unexpected, Taking Care
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of the . 165
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Unif orm Tire Quality Grading . 194
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Unleaded Gasoline . 110
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Used Oil, How to Dispose of . 140
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Vehicle Capacity Load . 118
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Vehicle Dimensions . 192
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Vehicle Identif ication Number . 190
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Vehicle Storage . 163
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Ventilation . 88
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VIN . 190
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Viscosity, Oil . 138
Warning Beepers
...................................
Headlights . 61
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Key in Ignition . 66
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WARNING, Explanation of . ii
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Warning Labels, Location of . 48
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Warranty Coverages . 203 Washer, Windshield
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Checking the Fluid Level . 142
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Indicator . 54
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Operation . 60
Wheels ...............
Adjusting the Steering . 63
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Alignment and Balance . 159
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Compact Spare . 166
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Wrench . 167
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Replacing . 160
Windows ...........................................
Power . 76
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Rear, Def ogger . 62
Windshield
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Def roster . 89
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Washer . 60
Wipers, Windshield .......................
Changing Blades . 154
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Operation . 60
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Worn Tires . 159
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Wrecker, Emergency Towing . 186
U.S. and Canada only
Index
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