2018 HONDA CIVIC HATCHBACK 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. 33
For Safe Driving P. 34 Seat Belts P. 38 Airbags P. 46
2Instrument Panel P. 77
Indicators P. 78 Gauges and Displays P. 118
2Controls P. 145
Clock P. 146 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 147
Opening and Closing the Moonroof* P. 175
Adjusting the Seats P. 196
2 Features P. 229
Audio System P. 230 Audio System Basic Operation P. 237, 255
Customized Features P. 348 Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ®* P. 381, 407
2Driving P. 441
Before Driving P. 442 Towing a Trailer P. 448
Multi-View Rear Camera P. 551 Refueling P. 553
2Maintenance P. 559
Before Performing Maintenance P. 560 Maintenance MinderTM P. 563
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 597
Climate Control System Maintenance P. 617
2Handling the Unexpected P. 627
Tools P. 628 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 629
Shift Lever Does Not Move P. 658 Overheating P. 659
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door P. 673
2 Information P. 677
Specifications P. 678 Identification Numbers P. 680
Emissions Testing P. 683 Warranty Coverages P. 686
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Quick Reference Guide
Maintenance (P 559)
Under the Hood (P 572)
● Check engine oil, engine coolant, and windshield washer
fluid. Add when necessary.
● Check brake/clutch
* fluid.
● Check the battery condition monthly.
aPull the hood release handle under the corner of the
dashboard.
bLocate the hood latch lever, pull it up, and then raise the
hood. Once you have raised the hood slightly, you can
release the lever.
cWhen finished, close the hood and make sure it is firmly
locked in place.
Lights (P 587)
● Inspect all lights regularly.
Wiper Blades (P 597)
● Replace blades if they leave streaks
across the windshield.
Tires (P 602)
● Inspect tires and wheels regularly.
● Check tire pressures regularly.
● Install snow tires for winter driving.
Handling Summer Only tires and Ultra
High Performance (UHP) tires in low
ambient temperatures. 2 Cold Weather Driving (P612)
2.0 L engine models
* Not available on all models
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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*2/AUTO*3, LO,
HI)
Move the lever up or down to change the
wiper settings.
■Adjusting wiper operation*
Turn the adjustment ring to adjust the wiper
operation.
■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.
*2: Models with manual intermittent operation
*3: Models with automati c intermittent operation
■Windshield Wipers/Washers1Wipers 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.
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 vehicle speeds up while the wipers are
operating intermittently, the length of the wipe
interval shortens.
When the vehicle speeds up, the wiper operation’s
shortest delay setting ( ) and the LO setting become
the same.
NOTICE
In cold weather, the blades may freeze to the
windshield.
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 wipers stop 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 turn the ignition
switch to ACCESSORY ( q or LOCK (0*1, then
remove the obstacle.
Models with intermittent time adjustment ring
Intermittent Time
Adjustment Ring*
MIST
INT
*2/AUTO*3
OFF
LO: Low speed wipe
HI: High speed wipe Pull to
use
washer.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 MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 560
Safety When Performing Maintenance .... 561Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 562
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 563
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Un der the Hood .... 572Opening the Hood ........................... 574
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 575
Oil Check ......................................... 576
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 578
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter..... 579
Engine Coolant ................................ 582
Transmission Fluid ............................ 584
Brake/Clutch
* Fluid .......................... 585
Refilling Window Wa sher Fluid......... 586
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 587
Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades .......................................... 597
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 602
Tire and Loading Information Label ..... 603Tire Labeling .................................... 603DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) ...... 605Wear Indicators................................ 607 Tire Service Life ................................ 607
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 608
Tire Rotation .................................... 609
Winter Tires ..................................... 610
Cold Weather Driving ...................... 612
Battery ............................................... 613
Remote Transmitter Care Replacing the Button Battery ........... 615
Climate Control System Maintenance .. 617Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 618
Exterior Care.................................... 621
Accessories and Modifications ........ 624
* 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 brake/clutch* fluid level monthly.
2 Brake/Clutch* Fluid P. 585
•Check the tire pressure monthly. Examin e the tread for wear and foreign objects.
2Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 602
•Check the operation of the exterior lights monthly.
2 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 587
•Check the condition of the wiper bl ades at least every six months.
2Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 597
■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 maintenance services should
be performed in accordan ce with the intervals
indicated by the information display
*/driver
information interface*.
2 Maintenance Service Items P. 565, 569
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. 688
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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597Continued
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 Front 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.
u Both 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.
1 Changing the Front Wiper Blade Rubber
NOTICE
Avoid dropping the wiper arm onto the windshield, it
may damage the wiper arm and/or the windshield.
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uuChecking and Maintaining Wiper Blades uChanging the Front Wiper Blade Rubber
Maintenance
4. Press and hold the tab, then slide the
holder off the wiper arm.
5. Pull the end of the wiper blade in the
direction of the arrow in the image until it
is out of the holder’s end cap.
6. Pull the wiper blade in the opposite
direction to slide it out of the holder.
Tab
Holder
Wiper Arm
Wiper
Blade
End cap at
the bottom
Wiper Blade
Holder
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uuChecking and Maintaining Wiper Blades uChanging the Front 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 holder onto the wiper arm until it
locks.
10. Lower 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.
Holder Wiper
Blade
Cap
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