2018 HONDA CIVIC SEDAN wiper washer

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Quick Reference Guide❙Headlights/Turn Signals (P168)
❙Km/Mile Change Knob* (P108)
❙ (TRIP) Knob (P110, 116)
❙SOURCE Button* (P215)
❙Brightness Control (P174)
❙LaneWatchTM * (P477)
❙Fog Lights* (P171)
❙Wipers/Washers (P172)
❙Cruise Control Buttons* (P443)
❙Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low
Speed Follow (LSF) Buttons* (P450)
❙Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) Button*
(P468)
❙ (Display/Information) Button*
(P114)
❙Navigation System Voice Control Buttons*
(P262), () See the Navigation System Manual
❙Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ® System
Voice Control Buttons* (P361, 385)
❙ENTER Button* (P216)
❙(+ / (- / / Buttons* (P215)
❙ / / / Buttons* (P114, 216)34
❙Interval Button* (P456)
❙Horn (Press an area around .)
* Not available on all models
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Quick Reference Guide
Turn Signals (P 168)
Turn Signal Control Lever
Right
Left
Lights (P 168)
Light Control Switches
Low Beam High Beam
Flashing
Wipers and Washers
(P 172)
*1:Models with automatic intermittent wipers
*2:Models without automatic intermittent wipers
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
Wiper/Washer Control Lever
Adjustment Ring
*
(-: Low sensitivity*1
(- : Lower speed, fewer sweeps*2
(+: High sensitivity*1
(+ : Higher speed, more sweeps*2
MIST
OFF
AUTO
*1: Wiper speed varies automatically
INT*2: Low speed with intermittent
LO: Low speed wipe
HI : High speed wipe Pull toward
you to spray
washer fluid.
Models with automatic intermittent wipers
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Quick Reference Guide
Maintenance (P 509)
Under the Hood (P 523)
● Check engine oil, engine coolant, and windshield washer fluid. Add
when necessary.
● Check brake 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 538)
● Inspect all lights regularly.
Wiper Blades (P 547)
● Replace blades if they leave streaks
across the windshield.
Tires (P 550)
● Inspect tires and wheels
regularly.
● Check tire pressures regularly.
● Install snow tires for winter
driving.
* Not available on all models
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Controls
This chapter explains how to operate the various controls necessary for driving.
Clock.................................................. 134
Locking and Unlocking the Doors Key Types and Functions .................. 136
Low Smart Entry Remote Signal Strength*... 138Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside .......................................... 139
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ............................................. 146
Childproof Door Locks ..................... 148
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .......... 149
Opening and Closing the Trunk ....... 153
Security System Immobilizer System .......................... 156
Security System Alarm ...................... 156
Opening and Closing the Windows ..... 159Opening and Closing the Moonroof*..... 162
Operating the Switches Around the
Steering Wheel
Ignition Switch
*............................... 163
ENGINE START/STOP Button*........... 164
Ignition Switch and Power Mode Comparison ................................... 167
Turn Signals ..................................... 168
Light Switches.................................. 168
Fog Lights
*...................................... 171
Daytime Running Lights ................... 171
Wipers and Washers ........................ 172
Brightness Control ........................... 174
Rear Defogger/Heat ed Door Mirror
*
Button ........................................... 175
Adjusting the Steering Wheel........... 176 Adjusting the Mirrors
Interior Rearview Mirror ................... 177
Power Door Mirrors ......................... 178
Adjusting the Seats .......................... 179
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items ................................................ 187
Heating System
*
Using Automatic Heating ................. 199
Automatic Heating Sensors .............. 201
Climate Control System
*
Using Automatic Climate Control .... 202
Automatic Climate Control Sensors......209
* 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 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.
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 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 intermittent time adjustment ring
All models
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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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 rainfall sensor
(using the adjustment ring) so that wipers will
operate in accordance with your preference.
Sensor sensitivity
■Automatic Intermittent Wipers*1 Automatic Intermittent Wipers*
The rainfall sensor is in the location shown below.
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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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 510
Safety When Performing Maintenance .... 511Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 512
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 513
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Un der the Hood .... 523Opening the Hood ........................... 525
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 526
Oil Check ......................................... 527
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 529
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter..... 530
Engine Coolant ................................ 533
Transmission Fluid ............................ 535
Brake/Clutch
* Fluid .......................... 536
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 537
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 538
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades.... 547Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 550
Tire and Loading Information Label .. 551
Tire Labeling .................................... 551
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles).. 553Wear Indicators................................ 555
Tire Service Life ................................ 555 Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 556
Tire Rotation .................................... 557
Winter Tires ..................................... 558
Battery ............................................... 560
Remote Transmitter Care Replacing the Button Battery ........... 562
Heating System
*/Climate Control
System* Maintenance .................... 564
Cleaning Interior Care .................................... 565
Exterior Care.................................... 567
Accessories and Modifications Accessories ...................................... 570
Modifications................................... 571
* Not available on all models
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609Continued
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 battery. 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
Passenger’s Power Seat*/
Rear Seat Heaters*, *2
Adaptive Damper System/ Rear Seat Heaters*, *3
(60 A)
60 A
Cooling Fan*4(30 A)
Cooling Fan*5(50 A)
−−
IG Main*6
−*730 A −
Headlight High Beam Main30 A
Battery125 A
2
EPS70 A
IG Main 30 A*6
50 A*7
Fuse Box Option*(40 A)
Fuse Box 60 A
Front Wiper Motor30 A
Headlight Low Beam Main 30 A
3
Rear Defroster40 A
Starter Motor*6
−*730 A −
Fuse Box40 A
ABS/VSA Motor40 A
ABS/VSA FSR40 A
Blower Motor40 A
*1:Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button
instead of an ignition switch.
*2:Models without SPORT mode
*3:Models with SPORT mode
*4:2.0L engine models
*5:1.5L engine models
*6:Models with smart entry system
*7:Models without smart entry system
*8:
Continuously variable transmission models
4 −−
−−
−−
−−
5Cooling Fan5A
6Washer 15A
7FI Main15 A
8FI Sub 15A
9Stop Lights10 A
10 Injector*5(15 A)
11LAF5A
12 FI ECU 10 A
13Parking Lights10 A
14 Hazard 15 A
15IG Coil15 A
16 Transmission*8(15 A)
17Daytime Running Lights10 A
18 Back Up 10 A
Circuit ProtectedAmps
* Not available on all models
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