2016 HONDA CIVIC COUPE wiper blades

Contents
This owner’s manual should be considered a permanent part of the
vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold.
This owner’s manual covers all models of your vehicle. You may find
descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your
particular model.
Images throughout this owner’s manual (including the front cover)
represent features and equipment that are available on some, but
not all, models. Your particular mo del may not have some of these
features.
This owner’s manual is for vehicles sold in the United States and
Canada.
The information and specifications in cluded in this publication were
in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications
or design at any time without notice and without incurring any
obligation.2 Safe Driving P. 31
For Safe Driving P. 32 Seat Belts P. 36 Airbags P. 44
2Instrument Panel P. 73
Indicators P. 74 Gauges and Displays P. 105
2Controls P. 113
Clock P. 114 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 116
Opening and Closing the Moonroof *
P. 142
Adjusting the Seats P. 159
2 Features P. 187
Audio System P. 188 Audio System Basic Operation P. 195, 213
Customized Features P. 292 Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ® P. 323, 346
2 Driving P. 379
Before Driving P. 380 Towing a Trailer P. 385
Multi-View Rear Camera P. 462 Refueling P. 464
2Maintenance P. 469
Before Performing Maintenance P. 470 Maintenance MinderTM
P. 473
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 507 Climate Control System Maintenance P. 523
2Handling the Unexpected P. 529
Tools P. 530 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 531
Overheating P. 544 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 546
When You Cannot Open the Trunk P. 558 Refueling P. 559
2Information P. 561
Specifications P. 562 Identi fication Numbers P. 566
Emissions Testing P. 569 Warranty Coverages P. 571
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Quick Reference Guide
Maintenance (P 469)
Under the Hood (P 483)
● Check engine oil, engine coolant, and windshield washer
fluid. Add when necessary.
● Check brake/clutch *
fluid.
● Check the battery condition monthly.
a Pull the hood release handle under the corner of the
dashboard.
b Locate the hood latch lever, pus h the lever in the center to
the right, and lift up the hood.
c When finished, close the hood and make sure it is firmly
locked in place.
Lights (P 498)
● Inspect all lights regularly.
Wiper Blades
(P 507)
● Replace blades if they leave streaks
across the windshield.
Tires (P 510)
● 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 WheeluWipers and Washers
Controls
Wipers and WashersThe 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.
■ AUTO *
2 Automatic Intermittent Wipers *
P. 153
■ Adjusting wiper operation *
Turn the adjustment ring to adjust the wiper
delay. ■ Washer
Sprays while you pull the lever toward you.
When you release the lever for more than one
second, the spray stops, the wipers sweep two
or three more times to clear the windshield,
then stop.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
■Windshield Wiper/Washer1Wipers 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 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.
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*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 intermittent
Auto *
: Automatic intermittent
operation
Lower speed, fewer sweeps
Higher speed, more sweeps
* Not available on all models
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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing Maintenance Inspection and Maintenance ............ 470
Safety When Performing Maintenance .... 471Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 472
Maintenance Minder TM
..................... 473
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Un der the Hood .... 483Opening the Hood ........................... 485
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 486
Oil Check ......................................... 487
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 489
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter..... 490
Engine Coolant ................................ 493
Transmission Fluid ............................ 495
Brake/Clutch*
Fluid .......................... 496
Refilling Window Wa sher Fluid......... 497
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 498
Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades .......................................... 507
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 510
Tire and Loading Information Label ..... 511Tire Labeling .................................... 511DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) ...... 513Wear Indicators................................ 515 Tire Service Life ................................ 515
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 516
Tire Rotation .................................... 517
Winter Tires ..................................... 518
Battery ............................................... 519
Remote Transmitter Care
Replacing the Button Battery ........... 521
Climate Control System Maintenance.... 523Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 524
Exterior Care.................................... 526
* Not available on all models
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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.) ■ 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 Fluid P. 495
• Check the brake/clutch *
fluid level monthly.
2 Brake/Clutch *
Fluid P. 496
• Check the tire pressure monthly. Examin e the tread for wear and foreign objects.
2 Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 510
• Check the operation of the exterior lights monthly.
2 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 498
• Check the condition of the wiper bl ades at least every six months.
2 Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 507
■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 federal 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 information display *
/driver
information interface *
.
2 Maintenance Service Items P. 475, 480
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. 573
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
* Not available on all models
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Continued
Maintenance
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades
Checking Wiper Blades
If the wiper blade rubber has deteriorated,
it will leave streaks and the hard surfaces
of the blade may scratch the window glass.
Changing the Wiper Blade Rubber
1.Turn the ignition switch to LOCK
(0 *1
.
2. While holding the wiper switch in the MIST
position, turn the ignition switch to ON
(w *1
, then to LOCK (0 *1
.
uBoth wiper arms are set to the
maintenance position as shown in the
image.
3. Lift both wiper arms.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
1Changing the Wiper Blade Rubber
NOTICE
Avoid dropping the wiper ar m; it may damage the
windshield.
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uuChecking and Maintaining Wiper BladesuChanging the Wiper Blade Rubber
Maintenance
4.Press and hold the tab, then slide the
blade out from the wiper arm.
5. Pull the end of the wiper blade to the
direction of the arrow in the image until it
unfastens from the holder’s end cap.
6. Pull the wiper blade to the opposite
direction to slide it out from its holder.
Tab
Blade
End Cap At
The Bottom
Blade
Holder
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uuChecking and Maintaining Wiper BladesuChanging the Wiper Blade Rubber
Maintenance
7.Insert the flat side of the new wiper blade
onto the bottom part of the holder. Insert
the blade all the way.
8. Install the end of the wiper blade into the
cap.
9. Slide the wiper blade onto the wiper arm
until it locks.
10. Lower the both wiper arms.
11. Turn the ignition switch to ON
(w*1
and
hold the wiper switch in the MIST position
until both wiper arms return to the
standard position.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.Cap Blade
Holder
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