2014 HONDA CIVIC COUPE wiper fluid

10
Quick Reference Guide
Controls (P99)
Clock (P100)
aPress the CLOCK knob to access the
clock adjustment mode screen.
bTurn the CLOCK knob to adjust the
hours.
cPress the CLOCK knob. The display
switches to minute adjustment.
dTurn the CLOCK knob to adjust the
minutes.
ePress the CLOCK knob to complete
clock adjustment.
The navigation system receives signals from
GPS satellites, updating the clock
automatically.
Models without navigation systemModels without display audio
Models with navigation system
ENGINE START/STOP
Button
*
Press the button to change the vehicle’s
power mode.
Turn Signals (P127)
Turn Signal Control Lever
Right
Left
Lights (P127)
Wipers and Washers
(P131)
Light Control Switches
Low Beam High Beam
Flashing
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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Quick Reference Guide
Maintenance (P337)
Under the Hood (P345)
● Check engine oil, engine coolant, and windshield washer
fluid. Add when necessary.
● Check brake fluid and clutch
* fluid.
● Check the battery condition monthly.
aPull the hood release handle under the corner of the
dashboard.
bLocate the hood latch lever, pull the lever up, and lift up
the hood.
cWhen finished, close the hood and make sure it is firmly
locked in place.
Lights (P360)
● Inspect all lights regularly.
Wiper Blades (P370)
● Replace blades if they leave streaks
across the windshield.
Tires (P372)
● Inspect tires and wheels regularly.
● Check tire pressures regularly.
● Install snow tires for winter
driving.
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uWipers and Washers
Controls
Wipers and Washers
The windshield wipers and washers can be
used when the ignition switch is in ON
(w*1.
■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.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
1 Wipers and Washers
NOTICE
Do not use the wipers when the windshield is dry.
The windshield will get sc ratched, or the rubber
blades will get damaged.
NOTICE
In cold weather, the blades may freeze to the
windshield, becoming stuck.
Operating the wipers in th is condition may damage
the wipers. Use the defroster to warm the
windshield, then turn the wipers on.
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.
Turn the washers off if no washer fluid comes out.
The pump may get damaged.
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 circ uit has returned to normal.
If the wipers stop 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*1, then
remove the obstacle.
Models with adjustment ring
All models
Intermittent Time
Adjustment Ring*
MIST
INT: OFF
LO : Low speed wipe
HI: High speed wipe Pull to
use
washer.
Low speed with
intermittentLong delay
Short delay
* Not available on all models
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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 338
Safety When Performing Maintenance..... 339Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 340
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 341
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood ..... 345Opening the Hood ........................... 347
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 348
Oil Check ......................................... 349
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 351
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ..... 352
Engine Coolant ................................ 355
Transmission Fluid ............................ 357
Brake/Clutch Fluid ............................ 358
Refilling Window Wa sher Fluid......... 359
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 360
Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades .......................................... 370
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 372
Tire and Loading Information Label ...... 373Tire Labeling .................................... 373DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)....... 375Wear Indicators................................ 377 Tire Service Life ................................ 377
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 378
Tire Rotation .................................... 379
Winter Tires ..................................... 380
Battery ............................................... 381
Remote Transmitter Care
Replacing the Button Battery ........... 382
Heating and Cooling System
*/Climate
Control System* Maintenance ....... 384
Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 385
Exterior Care.................................... 387
* Not available on all models
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338
Maintenance
Before Performing Maintenance
Inspection and Maintenance
For your safety, perform all listed inspections and maintenance to keep your vehicle
in good condition. If you become aware of any abnormality (noise, smell, insufficient
brake fluid, oil residue on the ground, etc.), have your vehicle inspected by a dealer.
(Note, however, that service at a dealer is not mandatory to keep your warranties in
effect.) Refer to the separate maintena nce booklet for detailed maintenance and
inspection information.
■Daily inspections
Perform inspections before long distance tri ps, when washing the vehicle, or when
refueling.
■Periodic inspections
• Check the continuously variable transmission fluid level monthly.
2 Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) Fluid P. 357
•Check the brake fluid level monthly.
2 Brake/Clutch Fluid P. 358
•Check the tire pressure monthly. Examin e the tread for wear and foreign objects.
2Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 372
•Check the operation of the exterior lights monthly.
2 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 360
•Check the condition of the wiper bl ades at least every six months.
2Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 370
■Types of Inspection and Maintenance
1Inspection and Maintenance
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of
emissions control devices and systems may be
done by any automotive repair establishment or
individuals using parts that are “certified” to
EPA standards.
According to state and fede ral regulations, failure to
perform maintenance on the maintenance main
items marked with # will not void your emissions
warranties. However, all ma intenance services should
be performed in accordan ce with the intervals
indicated by the i-MID.
2 Maintenance Service Items P. 343
If you want to perform complex maintenance tasks
that require more skills a nd tools, you can purchase a
subscription to the Service Express website at
www.techinfo.honda.com .
2 Authorized Manuals P. 429
If you want to perform ma intenance yourself, make
sure that you have the necessary tools and skills first.
After performing ma intenance, update the records in
the separate maintenance booklet.
U.S. models
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413Continued
Handling the Unexpected
Fuses
Fuse Locations
If any electrical devices are not working,
turn the ignition switch to LOCK
(0*1 and
check to see if any appl icable fuse is blown.
Located near the brake fluid reservoir. Push
the tabs to open the box.
Fuse locations are shown on the fuse box
cover. Locate the fuse in question by the
fuse number and box cover number.
■Engine Compartment Fuse Box
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1
EPS70 A
−(40 A)
ABS/VSA Motor30 A
ABS/VSA FSR30 A
Wiper Motor*2
−*330 A
(30 A)
Main Fuse100 A
2
IG Main30 A*2
50 A*3
Fuse Box Main 60 A
Fuse Box Main 260 A
Headlight Main 30 A
ST MG Switch*2
−*330 A
(30 A)
Rear Defogger 40 A IG Main 2
*2
−*330 A
(30 A)
Blower 40 A −(30 A)
Sub Fan Motor 20 A
Main Fan Motor 20 A
3−−
4 −*2
Left Headlight Low Beam*3−
15 A
5START DIAG*2
ST MG*37.5 A
7.5 A
6 −
*2
Right Headlight Low Beam*3−
15 A
7−−
8− −
*1:Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button
instead of an ignition switch.
*2:Models with smart entry system
*3:Models without smart entry system
9−−
10 − −
11Oil Level7.5 A
12 Fog Lights*(20 A)
13−−
14 Hazard 10 A
15FI Sub15 A
16 IG Coil 15 A
17Stop15 A
18 Horn 10 A
19Premium Amp*(20 A)
20 Right Headlight Low Beam*2
−*315 A
−
21IGP15 A
22 DBW 15 A
23Left Headlight Low Beam*2
Headlight Low Beam*315 A
20 A
24 − −
25MG Clutch7.5 A
26 Washer*2
−*315 A
−
27SMALL20 A
28 Interior Lights 7.5 A
29Backup10 A
Circuit ProtectedAmps
* Not available on all models
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Index
Heating and Cooling System .................... 384
Maintenance MinderTM............................ 341
Oil ........................................................... 349
Precautions .............................................. 338
Radiator................................................... 356
Remote Transmitter ................................. 382
Replacing Light Bulbs ............................... 360
Safety ...................................................... 339
Service Items............................................ 343
Tires ........................................................ 372
Transmission Fluid.................................... 357
Under the Hood....................................... 345
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 67, 410
Manual Transmission ................................ 311
Map Lights ................................................ 146
Maximum Load Limit ................................ 295
Meters, Gauges ........................................... 81
Mirrors ....................................................... 135
Adjusting ................................................. 135
Door ........................................................ 135
Exterior .................................................... 135
Interior Rearview...................................... 135
Modifications (and Accessories) ............... 336
Moonroof .................................................. 121
MP3 ............................ 171, 179, 194, 202, 207
Multi-Information Display .......................... 83
N
Numbers (Identification).......................... 422
O
Odometer................................................... 84
Oil (Engine) ............................................... 348
Adding .................................................... 351
Checking................................................. 349
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 341
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 67, 409
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 348
Viscosity .................................................. 348
Opening/Closing Hood....................................................... 347
Moonroof ............................................... 121
Power Windows ...................................... 119
Trunk ...................................................... 113
Outside Temperature Display .................... 86
Overheating .............................................. 407
P
Paddle Shifters (7-Speed Manual Shift
Mode) ...................................................... 309
Pandora® ........................................... 178, 201
Panic Mode ............................................... 118
Parking ...................................................... 330
Parking Brake ........................................... 326
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Red) .................................................. 66, 411
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator ................. 48
Passing Indicators ..................................... 127
Power Windows ....................................... 119 Precautions While Driving
....................... 303
Rain ........................................................ 303
Pregnant Women ....................................... 35
Puncture (Tire) ......................................... 393
R
Radiator.................................................... 356
Radio (AM/FM) ................................. 168, 191
Radio Data System (RDS) ................. 170, 192
Range .......................................................... 85
RDS (Radio Data System) ................. 170, 192
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing) ...... 425
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button ..................................................... 133
Rear Seat Access ....................................... 142
Rear Seats (Folding Down) ...................... 143
Rearview Camera ..................................... 331
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 135
Refueling .................................................. 332
Fuel Gauge ............................................... 81
Gasoline ................................. 332, 418, 420
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 69
Regulations .............................. 324, 375, 423
Remote Transmitter ................................. 105
Replacement Battery .................................................... 382
Bulbs ...................................................... 360
Fuses .............................................. 413, 414
Tires........................................................ 378
Wiper Blade Rubber ................................ 370
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Index
Towing Your Vehicle................................ 297
Emergency............................................... 416
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) .................................................... 322
Indicator ............................................ 72, 412
Transmission .............................. 305, 307, 311
Automatic (CVT) .............................. 305, 307
Fluid ........................................................ 357
Manual .................................................... 311
Number ................................................... 422
Shift Lever Position Indicator ...... 68, 306, 308
Trip Meter ................................................... 84
Troubleshooting ....................................... 391
Blown Fuse ...................................... 413, 414
Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 20
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door .......... 21
Emergency Towing .................................. 416
Engine Won’t Start .................................. 400
Noise When Braking .................................. 21
Overheating............................................. 407
Premium Gasoline............................ 332, 420
Puncture/Flat Tire ..................................... 393
Shift Lever Won’t Move ........................... 406
Warning Indicators .................................... 66
Trunk ......................................................... 113
Lid ........................................................... 113
Light Bulb ........................................ 418, 420
Turn Signals ............................................... 127
Turn Signals and Hazard Warning Indicators (Instrum ent Panel) ...................... 73U
Unlocking the Doors ................................ 105
Unlocking the Doo rs from the Inside........ 11
USB Adapter Cable ........................... 160, 162
USB Flash Drives ....................................... 219
USB/HDMI ® Port ................................ 160, 161
Using the Smart Entry with Push Button Start System ..................................................... 107
V
Valet Key ................................................... 103
Vanity Mirrors ............................................... 5
Vehicle Identification Number ................ 422
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®).................. 318
Off Button............................................... 319
Off Indicator.............................................. 71
System Indicator ........................................ 71
Viscosity (Oil) ............................ 348, 419, 421
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist) .................. 318
W
Wallpaper........................................... 95, 187
Warning and Information Messages ......... 76
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ............... 409
Warning Labels ........................................... 63
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided separately) .............................................. 427
Watts ................................................. 418, 420
Wear Indicators (Tire) .............................. 377 Wheel Cover
............................................. 397
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle) ........... 396
Window Washers ..................................... 131
Adding/Refilling Fluid .............................. 359
Switch .................................................... 131
Windows (Opening and Closing) ............ 119
Windshield ............................................... 131
Cleaning ................................................. 388
Defrosting/Defogging ..................... 154, 156
Washer Fluid ........................................... 359
Wiper Blades........................................... 370
Wipers and Washers ............................... 131
Winter Tires .............................................. 380
Snow Tires .............................................. 380
Tire Chains.............................................. 380
Wipers and Washers ................................ 131
Checking and Replacing Wiper Blades..... 370
WMA ......................... 171, 179, 194, 202, 207
Worn Tires ................................................ 372
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