2012 HONDA CR-V wipers

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Quick Reference Guide
❙ (SEL/RESET) Knob (P 78)
❙Brightness Control (P 117)
❙Wipers/Washers (P 115)
❙Navigation System Voice Control Buttons *

() See Navigation System Manual
❙Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® System
Voice Control Buttons (P 194)
❙Horn (Press an area around .)
❙MENU Button
(P 84)
❙(+ / (- / / Buttons (P 84)
❙SOURCE Button (P 84)
❙ (Display) Button (P 81)
❙Cruise Control Buttons (P 245)
❙Headlights/Turn Signals (P 112)
❙Fog Lights*
(P 114)
* Not available on all models

Visual Index
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Quick Reference Guide
❙Audio Antenna (P 152)
❙Windshield Wipers (P 115, 292)
❙Door Lock/Unlock Control (P 99)
❙Headlights (P 112, 285)
❙How to Refuel (P 260)
❙High-Mount Brake Light (P 291)
❙Tailgate Release Button (P 105)
❙Opening/Closing the Tailgate
(P 104)
❙Rear Wiper (P 116, 294)
❙Back-Up Lights (P 288)
❙Brake/Taillights (P 288)
❙Rear Turn Signal Lights (P 288)
❙Rear Side Marker Lights (P 288)
❙Power Door Mirrors (P 121)
❙Maintenance Under the Hood (P 273)
❙Fog Lights*
(P 114, 286)
❙Multi-View Rear Camera *
(P 258)
❙Front Turn Signal/Parking Lights (P 112, 288)
❙Side Marker Lights (P 112, 287)
❙Tires (P 296, 317)

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Quick Reference Guide
Controls (P 95)
Turn Signals (P 112)
Turn Signal Control Lever
Right
Left Lights
(P 112)Light Control Switches
Low Beam High Beam
Flashing Wipers and Washers
(P 115)
Wiper/Washer Control Lever
Adjustment Ring: Long Delay
: Short Delay
MIST OFF
INT : Low speed with intermittent
LO : Low speed wipe
HI : High speed wipe Pull toward
you to spray
washer fluid.

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Controls
This chapter explains how to operate the various controls necessary for driving.
Setting the Clock ................................ 96
Locking and Unlocking the Doors
Key Types and Functions ... ................. 97
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside ............................................ 99
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ............................................. 101
Childproof Door Locks ..................... 102
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .......... 103
Opening and Closing the Tailgate ... 104
Security System ................................ 106
Immobilizer System .......................... 106
Security System Alarm *
.................... 106
Opening and Closing the Windows ..... 108Opening and Closing the Moonroof*...... 110Operating the Switches Around the
Steering WheelIgnition Switch ................................. 111
Turn Signals ..................................... 112
Light Switches.................................. 112Fog Lights *
...................................... 114
Daytime Running Lights ................... 114
Wipers and Washers ........................ 115
Brightness Control ........................... 117 Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror *

Button ........................................... 118
ECON Button ................................... 119
Adjusting the Steering Wheel........... 119 Adjusting the Mirrors
....................... 120
Interior Rearview Mirror ................... 120
Power Door Mirrors ......................... 121
Adjusting the Seats .......................... 122
Adjusting the Seat Positions ............. 122
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items ................................................ 132
Interior Lights .................................. 132
Interior Convenience Items .............. 133
Heating and Cooling System *
......... 142
Using Vents, Heating and A/C.......... 142
Climate Control System *
.................. 145
Using Automatic Climate Control .... 145
Automatic Climate Control Sensors . 148
* Not available on all models

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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluWipers and Washers
Continued
Controls
Wipers and WashersThe windshield wipers and washers can be
used when the ignition switch is in ON
(w.
■ MIST
The wipers run at high speed until you release
the lever.
■ Wiper switch (OFF, INT, LO, HI)
Change the wiper switch setting according to
the amount of rain.
■ Adjusting the delay *
Turn the adjustment ring to adjust the wiper
delay. ■ Washer
Sprays while you pull the lever toward you.
When you release the lever, the wipers make
two or three more sweeps before stopping.
■Front Wiper/Washer1Wipers and Washers
NOTICEDo not use the wipers when the windshield is dry.
The windshield will get scratched, or the rubber
blades will get damaged.
NOTICEIn cold weather, the blades may freeze to the
windshield, becoming stuck.
Operating the wipers in this condition may damage
the wipers. Use the defroster to warm the
windshield, then turn the wipers on.
Turn the washers off if no washer fluid comes out.
The pump may get damaged.
If the vehicle speeds up while the wipers are
operating intermittently, the length of the wipe
interval shortens. When the vehicle starts moving, the
wipers make a single sweep.
When the vehicle speeds up, the wiper operation’s
shortest delay setting ( ) and the LO setting become
the same.
Models with intermittent time adjustment ring
Intermittent Time
Adjustment Ring *
MIST
INT : Low speed with
intermittent
OFF
LO : Low speed wipe
HI : High speed wipe
Pull to use
washer.
Long delay
Short delay
* Not available on all models

uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluWipers and Washers
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Controls
The rear wiper and washer can be used when
the ignition switch is in ON (w .
■ Wiper switch (OFF, INT, ON)
Change the wiper switch setting according to
the amount of rain. ■ Washer ( )
Sprays while you rotate the switch to this
position.
Hold it to activate the wiper and to spray the
washer. Once released, it stops operating
after a few more sweeps.
■ Operating in reverse
When you shift the transmission to
(R with the front wiper activated, the rear wiper
operates automatically as follows even if its switch is off.
■Rear Wiper/Washer1Rear Wiper/Washer
If the wiper stops operating due to any obstacle such
as the build-up of snow, park the vehicle in a safe place.
Rotate the wiper switch to OFF, and turn the ignition
switch to ACCESSORY
(q or LOCK (0 , then remove
the obstacle.
The wiper motor is equipped with a breaker that may
stop motor operation temporarily to prevent an
overload. Wiper operation will return to normal
within a few minutes, once the circuit has returned to
normal.
INT : Intermittent
OFF
ON : Continuous wipe
Washer
Front Wiper PositionRear Wiper Operation
INT (Intermittent)Intermittent
LO (Low speed wipe)
HI (High speed wipe)Continuous

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uuMaintenance Under the HooduOpening the Hood
Maintenance
Opening the Hood1.Park the vehicle on a level surface, and set
the parking brake.
2. Pull the hood release handle under the
lower left corner of the dashboard.
uThe hood will pop up slightly.
3. Push up the hood latch lever in the center
of the hood to release the lock mechanism,
and open the hood.
4. Remove the support rod from the clamp
using the grip. Mount the support rod in
the hood.
When closing, remove the support rod, and
stow it in the clamp, then gently lower the
hood. Remove your hand at a height of
approximately 12 inches (30 cm) and let the
hood close.
1Opening the Hood
NOTICEDo not open the hood when the wiper arms are raised.
The hood will strike the wipers, and may damage
either the hood or the wipers.
When closing the hood, check that the hood is
securely latched.
If the hood latch lever moves stiffly, or if you can
open the hood without lifting the lever, the latch
mechanism should be cleaned and lubricated.
Hood Release Handle
Pull
Lever
Support Rod Grip
Clamp

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Index
Emergency Towing .................................. 336
Engine Won’t Start .................................. 323
Noise When Braking .................................. 20
Overheating............................................. 327
Puncture/Flat Tire ..................................... 317
Rear Door Won’t Open ...................... 19, 102
Select Lever Won’t Move ......................... 326
Warning Indicators .................................... 68
Turn Signals ............................................... 112
Indicators (Instrument Panel) ...................... 74
U
Unlocking the Doors ................................... 99
Unlocking the Front Doors from the
Inside ......................................................... 11
USB Adapter Cable ........................... 150, 151
USB Flash Drives ........................................ 193
V
Valet Key ..................................................... 98
Vanity Mirrors ............................................... 5
Vehicle Identification Number ................. 342
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®).................. 248
Off Button ............................................... 249
Off Indicator .............................................. 72
System Indicator ........................................ 72
Viscosity (Oil) ..................................... 275, 341
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist) .................. 248W
Wallpaper
................................................... 90
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ............... 329
Warning Labels ........................................... 66
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided separately) .............................................. 347
Watts ......................................................... 340
Wear Indicators (Tire) .............................. 301
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle) ........... 320
Window Washers ..................................... 115
Adding/Refilling Fluid .............................. 284
Switch ..................................................... 115
Windows (Opening and Closing) ............ 108
Windshield ................................................ 115
Cleaning ................................................. 313
Defrosting/Defogging ...................... 144, 146
Washer Fluid ........................................... 284
Wiper Blades ........................................... 292
Wipers and Washers................................ 115
Winter Tires .............................................. 304
Snow Tires .............................................. 304
Tire Chains .............................................. 304
Wipers and Washers ................................. 115
Checking and Replacing Wiper Blades ..... 292
Front ....................................................... 115
Rear ........................................................ 116
WMA ................................................. 160, 168
Worn Tires ................................................ 296 X XM
® Radio ................................................ 158