2021 HONDA CIVIC SEDAN Windshield Washer

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Quick Reference Guide
Turn Signals (P 157)
Turn Signal Control Lever
Right
Left
Lights (P 158)
Models without default AUTO position switch
Light Control Switches
Low Beam High Beam
Flashing
Models with default AUTO position switch
Light Control Switches
Low Beam High Beam
Flashing
Wipers and Washers
(P 165)
*1:Models with automatic intermittent wipers
*2:Models without automatic intermittent wipers
AUTO should always be turned OFF before
the following situations 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
*
Not available on all models
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Quick Reference Guide
Maintenance (P 511)
Under the Hood (P 521)
●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 536)
●Inspect all lights regularly.
Wiper Blades (P 545)
●Replace blades if they leave streaks
across the windshield or become
noisy.
Tires (P 548)
●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 Wheel uWipers and Washers
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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 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 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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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 am ount 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 situations 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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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uRefilling Window Washer Fluid
Maintenance
Refilling Window Washer Fluid
Check the amount of window washer fluid by looking at the reservoir.
If the level is low, fill the washer reservoir.
If the washer fluid is low, a message appears
on the driver information interface.
Pour the washer fluid carefully. Do not overflow the reservoir.1Refilling Window Washer Fluid
NOTICE
Do not use engine antifreeze or a vinegar/water
solution in the windshield washer reservoir.
Antifreeze can damage y our vehicle’s paint. A
vinegar/water solution ca n damage the windshield
washer pump.
Use only commercially avai lable windshield washer
fluid.
Avoid prolonged use of hard water to prevent lime
scale build up.
Except Canadian 1.5 L engine models
Canadian 1.5 L engine models
Canadian models
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Index
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Index
Index
Numbers
7-Speed Manual Shift Mode................... 436
Operation ............................................... 437
A
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) .................. 499
Accessories and Modifications ................ 568
Accessory Power Socket ........................... 186
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low
Speed Follow .................................... 91, 463
Adding the Coolant ................................. 532
Additives
Coolant .................................................. 531
Engine Oil ............................................... 524
Washer ................................................... 535
Additives, Engine Oil ............................... 524
Adjusting
Armrest .................................................. 179
Clock ...................................................... 126
Front Head Restraints .............................. 177
Front Seats.............................................. 172
Mirrors.................................................... 170
Rear Seats ............................................... 175
Steering Wheel ....................................... 169
Temperature ........................................... 113
Adjusting the Clock ................................. 126
Adjusting the Sound ........................ 214, 249
Agile Handling Assist ............................... 441 Air Conditioning System (Climate Control
System) .................................................... 193
Changing the Mode ................ 193, 194, 195
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 197
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 562
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 196
Sensor ..................................................... 200
Synchronization Mode ............................. 199
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 193
Air Pressure ............................... 549, 605, 607
Airbags ........................................................ 46
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 52
After a Collision ......................................... 49
Airbag Care ............................................... 61
Event Data Recorder .................................... 0
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 49
Indicator .............................................. 58, 84
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 59
Sensors ...................................................... 46
Side Airbags .............................................. 54
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 56
AM/FM Radio .................................... 216, 256
Android Auto ............................................ 293
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 499
Indicator .................................................... 83
Apple CarPlay ........................................... 290
Armrest ..................................................... 179
Audio Remote Controls ............................ 206
Audio System ............................ 202, 209, 227
Adjusting the Sound ........................ 214, 249 Audio/Information Screen................ 210, 228
Changing the Home Screen Icon
Layout ................................................... 232
Changing the Screen Interface ................ 246
Closing Apps ........................................... 248
Customizing the Meter............................ 233
Display Setup .................................. 215, 250
Error Messages ........................................ 297
General Information ................................ 300
Home Screen........................................... 239
iPod ................................................ 218, 268
Limitations for Manual Operation .............................. 251, 357, 384
Menu Customize ..................................... 247
MP3/WMA/AAC .............................. 221, 277
Reactivating ............................................ 205
Recommended Devices............................ 301
Remote Controls ..................................... 206
Security Code .......................................... 205
Selecting an Audio Source ....................... 251
Status Area ............................................. 245
Theft Protection ...................................... 205
USB Flash Drives ...................................... 301
USB Port(s) .............................................. 203
Wallpaper Setup.............................. 212, 237
Audio/Information Screen ............... 210, 228
Authorized Manuals ................................ 616
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 141
Customize ....................................... 121, 350
Auto High-Beam ....................................... 162
Indicator.................................................... 84
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Index
Coolant (Engine)...................................... 531
Adding the Coolant ................................ 532
Overheating ............................................ 587
Creeping (Continuously Variable Transmission) .......................................... 431
Cup Holders .............................................. 184
Customer Service Information ................ 617
Customized Features ............... 115, 318, 325
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 161
Dead Battery ............................................ 583
Defaulting All the Settings ...................... 351
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ................................................. 197
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 609
Dimming
Headlights .............................................. 158
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 170
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................ 525
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 157
Display Setup .................................... 215, 250
Display/Information Button ............ 110, 228
Door Mirrors ............................................. 171
Doors ........................................................ 128
Auto Door Locking.................................. 141
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 141
Door Open Message ........................... 37, 95
Keys........................................................ 128 Locking/Unlocking the Doors from
the Inside............................................... 138
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside............................................ 131
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 551
Driver Information Interface ................... 109
Warning and Information Messages .......... 95
Driving ....................................................... 415
Braking .................................................... 494
Continuously Variable Transmission ......... 431
Shifting Position .............................. 432, 434
Starting the Engine .......................... 422, 425
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 562
E
Eco Assist® System ...................................... 11
ECON Button ............................................. 438
Elapsed Time ............................................. 112
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator ............................................ 85, 593
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 439
Emergency ................................................ 599
Emergency Engine Stop ........................... 582
Emergency Trunk Opener ................ 144, 601
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 611
Engine
Coolant ................................................... 531
If the Battery Is Dead ............................... 583
Oil ........................................................... 524
Starting ........................................... 422, 425 Switch Buzzer.......................................... 152
Engine Coolant ......................................... 531
Adding the Coolant................................. 532
Overheating ............................................ 587
Temperature Gauge ................................ 108
Engine Oil ................................................. 524
Adding .................................................... 527
Checking................................................. 525
Displaying Maintenance Minder Information ........................................... 516
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 81, 589
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 524
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 153
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 75
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 565
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 171
F
Features.................................................... 201
Filters
Dust and Pollen ....................................... 562
Oil ........................................................... 528
Flat Tire ..................................................... 573
Floor Mats ................................................. 564
Fluids Brake ...................................................... 534
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) ..................................................... 533
Engine Coolant ....................................... 531
Windshield Washer ................................. 535
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Index
Wi-Fi Connection..................................... 287
Window Washers ..................................... 165
Adding/Refilling Fluid .............................. 535
Switch .................................................... 165
Windows (Opening and Closing) ............ 148
Windshield ............................................... 165
Cleaning ......................................... 563, 566
Defrosting/Defogging ............................. 197
Washer Fluid ........................................... 535
Wiper Blades........................................... 545
Wipers and Washers ............................... 165
Winter Tires Snow Tires .............................................. 556
Tire Chains.............................................. 556
Wipers and Washers ................................ 165
Checking and Replacing Wiper Blades..... 545
Wireless Charger ...................................... 187
WMA ................................................. 221, 277
Worn Tires ................................................ 548
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