2019 HONDA HR-V 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 manu al (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. 40 Airbags P. 50
2Instrument Panel P. 79
Indicators P. 80 Gauges and Displays P. 112
2Controls P. 131
Clock P. 132 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 134
Opening and Closing the Windows P. 160
Operating the Switches Ar ound the Steering Wheel P. 163
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items P. 198
2 Features P. 223
Audio System P. 224 Audio System Basic Operation P. 230, 251
Customized Features P. 341, 348 Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ® P. 363, 386
2 Driving P. 417
Before Driving P. 418 Towing a Trailer P. 423
Braking P. 497 Parking Your Vehicle P. 504
2Maintenance P. 511
Before Performing Maintenance P. 512 Maintenance MinderTM P. 515
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 545
Heating and Cooling System
*/Climate Control System* Maintenance P. 564
2 Handling the Unexpected P. 573
Tools P. 574 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 576
Overheating P. 591 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 593 Fuses P. 598
2 Information P. 607
Specifications P. 608 Identification Numbers P. 610
Emissions Testing P. 613 Warranty Coverages P. 615
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Quick Reference Guide
Maintenance (P511)
Under the Hood (P523)
● Check engine oil, engine coolant, and window 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, push it to the side, 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 (P535)
● Inspect all lights regularly.
Wiper Blades (P545)
● Replace blades if they leave streaks
across the windshield.
Tires (P549)
● Inspect tires and wheels regularly.
● Check tire pressures regularly.
● Install snow tires for winter driving.
* Not available on all models
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uWipers and Washers
Continued
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)
Change the wiper switch setting according to
the amount of rain.
■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 le ver 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 without automatic intermittent wipers.
*3: Models with automatic intermittent wipers.
■Windshield Wiper/Washer1 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.
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 se tting ( ) and the LO setting
become the same.
Turn the washers off if no washer fluid comes out.
The pump may get damaged.
Models with intermittent time adjustment ring
All models
Pull to
use
washer.
MIST
INT
*2/AUTO*3OFF
LO : Low speed wipe
HI: High speed wipe
Intermittent Time
Adjustment Ring*
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 ............ 512
Safety When Performing Maintenance .... 513
Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 514
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 515
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Un der the Hood .... 523
Opening the Hood ........................... 524
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 525
Oil Check ......................................... 526
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 527
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ..... 528
Engine Coolant ................................ 530
Transmission Fluid ............................ 532
Brake Fluid ....................................... 533
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 534
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 535
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades.... 545Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 549
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 and Cooling System
*/Climate
Control System* Maintenance ....... 564
Cleaning Interior Care .................................... 565
Exterior Care.................................... 567
Accessories and Modifications ........ 570
* 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 trips, when washing the vehicle, or when
refueling.
■Periodic inspections
• Check the brake fluid level monthly.
2 Brake Fluid P. 533
•Check the tire pressure monthly. Examin e the tread for wear and foreign objects.
2Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 549
•Check the operation of the exterior lights monthly.
2 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 535
•Check the condition of the wiper bl ades at least every six months.
2Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 545
■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 information display
*/multi-
information display*.
2 Maintenance Service Items P. 517
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. 617
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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545Continued
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.Lift the driver side wiper arm first, then the
passenger side.
2. Press and hold the tab, then slide the holder
off the wiper arm.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.
Lock Tab
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uuChecking and Maintaining Wiper Blades uChanging the Front Wiper Blade Rubber
Maintenance
3. Slide the wiper blade out of the holder by
pulling the tabbed end out.
4. Slide the new wiper blade onto the holder
from the bottom end.
u The tab on the blade should fit in the
indent of the top of the wiper holder.
5. Slide the holder onto the wiper arm
securely.
6. Lower the passenger side wiper arm first,
then the driver side.
Blade
Tab Blade
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uuChecking and Maintaining Wiper Blades uChanging the Rear Wiper Blade Rubber
Continued
Maintenance
Changing the Rear Wiper Blade Rubber
1.Raise the wiper arm off.
2. Pivot up the bottom end of the wiper blade
until it comes off from the wiper arm.
3. Slide the wiper blade out of the end with
the indent.1Changing the Rear Wiper Blade Rubber
NOTICE
Avoid dropping the wiper ar m; it may damage the
rear window.
Wiper Arm
Blade
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