2018 HONDA ACCORD SEDAN wipers

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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uWipers and Washers
Controls
When you push the lever down to AUTO, the
windshield wipers sweep once, and go into
the automatic mode.
The wipers operate intermittently, at low
speed, or at high speed and stops in
accordance with the amount of rainfall the
rainfall sensor detects.
■AUTO sensitivity adjustment
When the wiper function is set to AUTO, you
can adjust the sensitivity of the rain fall sensor
(using the adjustment ring) so that wipers will
operate in accordance with your preference.
Sensor sensitivity
■Automatic Intermittent Wipers*1 Wipers and Washers
If the wipers st op operating due to an obstacle such
as the build-up of snow, park the vehicle in a safe
place.
Rotate the wiper switch to OFF, and set the power
mode to ACCESSORY or VEHICLE OFF, then remove
the obstacle.
1 Automatic Intermittent Wipers*
The rainfall sensor is in the location shown below.
NOTICE
AUTO should always be turned OFF before the
following situation in order to prevent severe damage
to the wiper system:
•Cleaning the windshield
•Driving through a car wash•No rain present
Rainfall Sensor
Adjustment Ring
Low Sensitivity
High Sensitivity
* Not available on all models
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uuCustomized Features u
Continued
Features
*1:Default SettingSetup
Group Customizable Features Descri
ption Selectable Settings
VehicleLighting
Setup
Headlight Auto OFF
TimerChanges the length of time the exterior lights
stay on after you close the driver’s door.0 sec/15 sec*1/30 sec /
60 sec
Interior Light Dimming
TimeChanges the length of time the interior lights stay
on after you close the doors.15 sec /30 sec*1/60
sec
Auto Light SensitivityChanges the timing for the headlights to come
on.Min/Low/Mid*1/
High /Max
Auto Interior
Illumination SensitivityChanges the sensitivity of the brightness of the
instrument panel when the headlight switch is in
AUTO .Min/Low/Mid*1/
High /Max
Auto Headlight On
with Wiper On
Used to automatically co me on the headlights
when the wipers are used several times within a
certain number of intervals with the headlight
switch is in AUTO.
ON*1/OFF
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uuHonda SensingTMuLane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)
520
Driving
The system can be used when the following conditions are met.
• The lane in which you are driving has dete ctable lane markers on both sides, and
your vehicle is in the center of the lane.
• The vehicle speed is between 45 and 90 mph (72 and 145 km/h).
• You are driving on a straight or slightly curved road.
• The turn signals are off.
• The brake pedal is not depressed.
• The wipers are not in continuous operation.
■How to activate the system
1.Press the MAIN button.
u The LKAS is on in the driver information
interface.
The system is ready to use.
2. Press the LKAS button.
u Lane outlines appear on the driver
information interface.
The system is activated.
■When the System can be Used1When the System can be Used
If the vehicle drifts toward ei ther left or right lane line
due to the system applying torque, turn off the LKAS
and have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
MAIN Button
LKAS Button
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uuHonda SensingTMuLane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)
Driving
■The system operation is suspended if
you:
• Set the wipers to HI.
u Turning the wipers off or setting it to LO
resumes the LKAS.
• Set the wiper switch to AUTO and the
wipers operate at high speed.
u The LKAS resumes when the wipers stop
or operate at low speed.
• Decrease the vehicle speed to about 40
mph (64 km/h) or less.
u Increasing the vehicle speed to about 45
mph (72 km/h) or more resumes the
LKAS.
• Depress the brake pedal.
u The LKAS resumes and starts detecting
the lane lines again once you release the
brake pedal.
■The LKAS may automatically be suspended when:
• The system fails to detect lane lines.
• The steering wheel is quickly turned.
• You fail to steer the vehicle.
• Driving through a sharp curve.
• Driving at a speed in excess of approximately 90 mph (145 km/h).
Once these conditions no longer exis t, the LKAS automatically resumes.
When the LKAS is suspended,
the lane lines on the driver
information interface change
to contour lines, and the beeper
sounds (if activated).
Models with automatic intermittent wipers
All models
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uuHonda SensingTMuRoad Departure Mitigation (RDM) System
Driving
The system becomes ready to start sear ching for lane markings when all the
following conditions are met:
• The vehicle is traveling between about 45 and 90 mph (72 and 145 km/h).
• The vehicle is on a straight or slightly curved road.
• The turn signals are off.
• The brake pedal is not depressed.
• The wipers are not in continuous operation.
• The vehicle is not accelera ting or braking, and the steering wheel is not being
turned.
• The system makes a determination that th e driver is not actively accelerating,
braking or steering.
■How the System Activates1 Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) System
If LKAS is off and you have selected Narrow from the
customized options using the audio/information
screen, the message below will appear in case the
system determines a possi bility of your vehicle
crossing over detect ed lane markings.
2 Customized Features P. 367, 378
1How the System Activates
The RDM system may automa tically shut off and the
safety support indicator (a mber) comes and stays on.
2 Indicators P. 82
RDM system function can be impacted when the
vehicle is:
•Not driven within a traffic lane.•Driven on the inside edge of a curve, or outside of
a lane.
•Driven in a narrow lane.
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uOpening the Hood
Maintenance
Opening the Hood
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface, and set
the parking brake.
2. Pull the hood release handle under the
driver’s side lower corner of the dashboard.
u The hood will pop up slightly.
3. Push the hood latch lever (located under
the front edge of the hood to the center) to
the side and raise the hood. Once you have
raised the hood slightly , you can release the
lever.
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.1 Opening the Hood
NOTICE
Do not open the hood when the wiper arms are
raised. The hood will strike the wipers, resulting in
possible damage to the hood and/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 lifti ng the lever, the latch
mechanism should be cl eaned and lubricated.
3WARNING
The hood support rod can become very hot
due to heat from the engine.
To ensure against po ssible burns, do not
handle the metal section of the rod: Use
the foam grip instead.
Hood Release Handle
Pull
Lever
Support Rod
Grip
Clamp
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uuCleaning uExterior Care
Continued
Maintenance
Exterior Care
Dust off the vehicle body afte r you drive. Regularly inspect your vehicle for scratches
on painted surfaces. A scratch on a painted surface can result in body rust. If you
find a scratch, promptly repair it.
Wash the vehicle regularly. Wash more fr equently when driving in the following
conditions:
• If driving on roads with road salt.
• If driving in coastal areas.
• If tar, soot, bird droppings, insects, or tree sap are stuck to painted surfaces.
• Make sure to follow the instructions indicated on the automated car wash.
• Fold in the door mirrors.
• Turn off the automatic intermittent wipers
*.
• Keep sufficient distance between the cleaning nozzle and the vehicle body.
• Take particular care around the windows. Standing too close may cause water to
enter the vehicle interior.
• Do not spray high pressure water direct ly into the engine compartment. Instead,
use low pressure water and a mild detergent.
■Washing the Vehicle
■Using an Automated Car Wash
■Using High Pressure Cleaners
1 Washing the Vehicle
Do not spray water into the air intake vents. It can
cause a malfunction.
Do not spray water onto the fuel fill door directly. A
high-pressure spray ma y cause it to open.
Do not spray water onto the capless unit when the
fuel fill door is open. It ca n cause damage to the fuel
system or engine.
If you need to lift the wiper arms away from the
windshield, first set the wiper arms to the
maintenance position. 2 Changing the Wiper Blade Rubber P. 597
Air Intake Vents
1Using an Automated Car Wash
When using an automated car wash that pulls the
vehicle through with a convey or, make sure vehicle is
in car wash mode. 2 If you want to keep the transmission in
(N
position [car wash mode] P. 469
* Not available on all models
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Index
Automatic Brake Hold.............................. 544
Indicator ............................................ 88, 544
Automatic Brake Hold System Indicator ............................................ 88, 544
Automatic Intermittent Wipers ............... 199
Automatic Lighting .................................. 192
Average Fuel Economy ............................. 140
Average Fuel Economy Records ............... 153
Average Speed .......................................... 142
B
Battery................................................. 11, 609
12-Volt .................................................... 609
Charging (12-Volt Battery) ....................... 610
High Voltage ..................................... 11, 489
Jump Starting .......................................... 639
Maintenance (Checking the 12-Volt Battery) .................................................. 609
Maintenance (Replacing the Button Battery) .................................................. 611
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 42
Beverage Holders ...................................... 221
Blind spot information (BSI) System ........ 486
Bluetooth ® Audio ............................. 263, 316
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®............. 400, 424
Booster Seats (For Children) ....................... 77
Brake System ............................................. 539
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 546
Automatic Brake Hold.............................. 544
Brake Assist System ................................. 547 Fluid ........................................................ 587
Foot Brake............................................... 543
Indicator (Amber) .............................. 84, 647
Indicator (Red) ........................... 83, 646, 647
Parking Brake .......................................... 539
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 201
Built-in Key ............................................... 166
Bulb Replacement .................................... 589
Brake Lights, Taillights, Rear Side Marker
Lights, and Rear Turn Signal Lights ........ 592
Fog Lights ............................................... 591
Front Side Marker Lights.......................... 591
Front Turn Signal Lights ........................... 591
Headlights ............................................... 589
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 596
Parking/Daytime Running Lights .............. 591
Rear License Plate Light ........................... 596
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator Lights .................................................... 591
Taillights, Brake Lights, and Back-Up Lights .................................................... 594
Bulb Specifications ................................... 660
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ............................... 78
Cargo Hook ............................................... 227
Carrying Cargo ................................. 453, 455
Center Pocket ........................................... 219
Certification Label .................................... 662
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 589 Child Safety
................................................ 65
Childproof Door Locks ............................ 176
Emergency Trunk Opener........................ 180
Child Seat ................................................... 65
Booster Seats ............................................ 77
Child Seat for Infants ................................ 67
Child Seat for Small Children .................... 68
Installing a Child Seat wi th a Lap/Shoulder Seat
Belt ......................................................... 72
Larger Children ......................................... 76
Rear-facing Child Seat............................... 67
Selecting a Child Seat ............................... 69
Using a Tether .......................................... 74
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 176
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 615
Cleaning the Interior ............................... 613
Climate Control System ........................... 232
Changing the Mode................................ 232
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .............................................. 233
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 612
Recirculation and Fresh Air Mode ............ 232
Sensors ................................................... 235
Synchronization Mode ............................ 234
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 232
Clock ......................................................... 164
CMBSTM (Collision Mitigation Braking
SystemTM) ................................................ 493
Coat Hook ................................................ 227
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 493
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