windshield wipers HONDA CRV 2022 Owners Manual

Visual Index
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Quick Reference Guide
❚Windshield Wipers (P198, 601)
❚Door Lock/Unlock Control (P155)
❚How to Refuel (P573)
❚Rear Wiper (P200, 604)
❚Brake/Taillights (P598)
❚Power Door Mirrors (P207)
❚Maintenance Under the Hood (P586)
❚Fog Lights* (P194, 598)
❚Multi-View Rear Camera (P570)
❚Front Turn Signal/Front Side Marker Lights
(P189, 190, 598)
❚Tires (P606, 629)
❚Opening/Closing the Tailgate (P167)
❚Side Turn Signal Lights* (P189, 598)
❚Headlights (P190, 598)
❚Taillights (P599)
❚Rear Turn Signal Lights (P598)
❚Rear Side Marker Lights (P598)
❚Back-Up Lights (P599)
❚Rear License Plate Light (P600)
❚Parking/Daytime Running Lights (P190, 194, 598)
❚Tailgate Outer Handle (P174)
❚High-Mount Brake Light (P600)
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Quick Reference Guide
Turn Signals (P189)
Lights (P190)
Turn Signal Control Lever
Light Control Switches
Low Beam High Beam
Flashing
Wipers and Washers
(P198)
*1: Models with automatic intermittent
wipers
*2: Models without automatic intermittent
wipers
Wiper/Washer Control Lever Adjustment Ring 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.
Low Sensitivity*1
Lower speed, fewer sweeps*2
High Sensitivity*1
Higher speed, more sweeps*2(+:(+:
(-:(-:
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
Steering Wheel (P205)
●To adjust, pull the adjustment lever
towards you, adjust to the desired
position, then lock the lever back in place.
Models with automatic intermittent wipers
Lever
To lock
To adjust
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uAuto High-Beam
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Controls
■Automatic switching between high-beam and low-beam
When auto-high beam is active, the head lights switch between high beam and low
beam based on the following conditions.
■Manual switching between high-beam and low-beam
If you want to manually switch the headlights between high beam and low beam,
follow either of the proced ures below. Note that when you do this, the auto high-
beam indicator will turn off and the auto high-beam will be deactivated.
Using the lever:
Pull the lever toward you fo r flashing the high beams then release it within about
one second while driving. u To reactivate the auto high-beam, pull the lever toward you for flashing the
high beams then release it while driving. The auto high-beam indicator will
come on.
Using the light switch:
Turn the light switch to . u To reactivate the auto high-be am, turn the light switch to AUTO when the
lever is in the low beam position, the auto high-beam indicator will come on.
1 How to Use the Auto High-Beam
In the following cases, th e auto high-beam system
may not switch the head lights properly or the
switching timing may be ch anged. In case of the
automatic switching operati on does not fit for your
driving habits, please swit ch the headlights manually.
•The brightness of the lights from the preceding or
oncoming vehicle is intense or poor.
•Visibility is poor due to the weather (rain, snow,
fog, windshield frost, etc.).
•Surrounding light sources, such as street lights,
electric billboards and traf fic lights are illuminating
the road ahead.
•The brightness level of th e road ahead constantly
changes.
•The road is bumpy or has many curves.•A vehicle suddenly appears in front of you, or a
vehicle in front of you is not in the preceding or
oncoming direction.
•Your vehicle is tilted with a heavy load in the rear.•A traffic sign, mirror, or other reflective object
ahead is reflecting strong light toward the vehicle.
•The oncoming vehicle freq uently disappears under
roadside trees or be hind median barriers.
•The preceding or oncoming vehicle is a motorcycle,
bicycle, mobility scooter, or other small vehicle.
The auto high-beam system keeps the headlight low
beam when:
•Windshield wipers are op erating at a high speed.
•The camera has detected dense fog.
Switching to high beam:
All of the following conditions must
be met before the high beams turn
on.
●Your vehicle speed is 25 mph (40
km/h) or more.
●There are no preceding or
oncoming vehicle with headlights
or taillights turned on.
●There are few street lights on the
road ahead.
Switching to low beam:
One of the following conditions
must be met before the low beams
turn on.
●Your vehicle speed is 15 mph (24
km/h) or less.
●There is a preceding or oncoming
vehicle with headlights or
taillights turned on.
●There are many street lights on
the road ahead.
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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 power mode is in ON.
■MIST
The wipers run at high speed until you release
the lever.
■Wiper switch (OFF, INT*1, AUTO*2, 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 manual intermittent operation
*2: 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 defogger to warm the
windshield, then turn the wipers on.
NOTICE
Turn the washers off if no washer fluid comes out.
The pump may get damaged.
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.
If the wipers st op operating due to an obstacle such
as the buildup 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.
Models with intermittent time adjustment ring
Intermittent Time
Adjustment Ring*
MIST
INT
*1/AUTO*2
OFF
LO : Low speed wipe Pull to
use
washer.
HI: High speed wipe
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 stop 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 Wipers and Washers
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.
Adjustment Ring
1 Automatic Intermittent Wipers*
The rainfall sensor is in the location shown below.
NOTICE
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
Low sensitivity
High sensitivity
* Not available on all models
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uWipers and Washers
Controls
The rear wiper and washer can be used when
the power mode is in ON.
■Wiper switch (OFF, INT, ON)
Change the wiper switch setting according to
the amount of rain.
■Washer ( )
Sprays while you rotate the switch to this
position.
Hold it to activate the wiper and to spray the
washer. Once released, the washer spray will
stop and the rear wiper will return to its
selected switch setting after a few sweeps.
■Operating in reverse
When you put the transmission into
(R with the windshield wipers activated, the
rear wiper operates automatically as follows even if its switch is off.
*1: Models with manual intermittent operation
*2: Models with automati c intermittent operation
■Rear Wiper/Washer
INT: Intermittent
OFF ON : Continuous wipe
Washer
Front Wiper PositionRear Wiper Operation
INT*1 (Intermittent)
AUTO*2 (Intermittent)Intermittent
LO (Low speed wipe)
HI (High speed wipe)Continuous
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uuCleaning uExterior Care
Continued
Maintenance
Exterior Care
Dust off the vehicle body after 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.
• For models equipped with automatic intermittent wipers, turn the wipers off.
• 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 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 Front Wiper Blade Rubber
P. 601
Air Intake Vents
1 Using an Automated Car Wash
When using an automated car wash that pulls the
vehicle through with a c onveyor, make sure the
transmission in
( N position.
2 If you want to keep the transmission in (N
position P. 481
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Index
Theft Protection ....................................... 247
USB Flash Drives ...................... 265, 321, 346
USB Port(s)............................................... 245
Voice Control Operation .......................... 297
Wallpaper Setup .............................. 254, 282
Wi-Fi Connection ..................................... 331
Audio/Information Screen ................ 252, 273
Authorized Manuals ................................. 678
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 166
Auto High-Beam ....................................... 195
Indicator .................................................. 101
Automatic Brake Hold .............................. 555
Indicator ............................................ 93, 555
Automatic Brake Hold System
Indicator .................................................... 93
Automatic Intermittent Wipers ............... 199
Automatic Lighting .................................. 191
Average Fuel Economy ............................. 130
Average Fuel Economy Records ............... 131
Average Speed .......................................... 130
AWD (All-Wheel Drive) ............................ 492
B
Battery......................................................... 12
Charging System Indicator ......................... 95
High Voltage ..................................... 12, 502
If the 12-Volt Battery Is Dead ................... 647
Maintenance (Replacing).......................... 617
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 47 Beverage Holders
..................................... 222
Blind spot information System ................ 499
Indicator.................................................. 102
Bluetooth® Audio............................. 268, 324
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ®........... 398, 422
Booster Seats (For Children) ...................... 85
Brake System ............................................ 551
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)................... 557
Automatic Brake Hold ............................. 555
Brake Assist System ................................. 558
Fluid ........................................................ 596
Foot Brake............................................... 554
Indicator.............................................. 91, 92
Indicator (Red) ................................. 654, 655
Parking Brake .......................................... 551
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 202
Bulb Replacement .................................... 598
Brake/Taillights, Rear Turn Signal Lights and
Rear Side Marker Lights ......................... 598
Front Turn Signal/ Front Side Marker Lights .................................................... 598
Headlights ............................................... 598
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 600
Parking/Daytime Running Lights .............. 598
Rear License Plate Light ........................... 600
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator Lights .................................................... 598
Taillights and Back-Up Lights ................... 599
Bulb Specifications ................................... 668
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ............................... 86
Cargo Hook .............................................. 225
Carrying Cargo ................................. 461, 463
Certification Label ................................... 670
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 598
Charging System Indicator ................ 95, 652
Child Safety ................................................ 72
Childproof Door Locks ............................ 165
Child Seat ................................................... 72
Booster Seats ............................................ 85
Child Seat for Infants ................................ 74
Child Seat for Small Children .................... 75
Installing a Child Seat wi th a Lap/Shoulder Seat
Belt ......................................................... 80
Larger Children ......................................... 84
Rear-facing Child Seat............................... 74
Selecting a Child Seat ............................... 76
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 165
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 621
Cleaning the Interior ............................... 619
Climate Control System ........................... 235
Changing the Mode................................ 235
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .............................................. 238
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 618
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode................... 238
Sensors ................................................... 241
Synchronization Mode ............................ 240
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 235
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Index
Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA®).............. 489
Off Button .............................................. 490
OFF Indicator ............................................ 98
System Indicator ....................................... 97
Viscosity (Oil) .................................... 588, 669
Voice Control Operation ......................... 297
Audio Commands ................................... 299
Climate Control Commands.................... 300
General Commands ................................ 300
Music Search Commands ........................ 300
On Screen Commands ............................ 300
Phone Commands .................................. 299
Useful Commands .................................. 299
Voice Portal Screen ................................. 298
Voice Recognition ................................... 297
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist
TM).............. 489
W
Wallpaper ......................................... 254, 282
Warning and Info rmation Messages ...... 109
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ............... 652
Warning Labels .......................................... 87
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided
separately) .............................................. 675
Watts ........................................................ 668
WAV .................................................. 265, 321
Wear Indicators (Tire) .............................. 611
Wi-Fi Connection ..................................... 331
Window Washers ..................................... 198
Adding/Refilling Fluid .............................. 597 Switch ..................................................... 198
Windows (Opening and Closing) ............. 181
Windshield ................................................ 198
Cleaning .......................................... 619, 622
Defrosting/Defogging .............................. 238
Washer Fluid ........................................... 597
Wiper Blades ........................................... 601
Wipers and Washers ................................ 198
Winter Tires .............................................. 614
Snow Tires ............................................... 614
Tire Chains .............................................. 614
Wiper and Washer Front ....................................................... 198
Wipers and Washers ................................. 198
Automatic Intermittent Wipers................. 199
Checking and Replacing Wiper Blades ..... 601
Rear ........................................................ 200
Wireless Charger ....................................... 230
WMA ................................................. 265, 321
Worn Tires ................................................. 606
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