washer fluid HONDA CIVIC 2014 9.G Owners Manual
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10Quick Reference Guide
Controls
(P 103)
Clock
(P 104)
a
Press the CLOCK knob to access the
clock adjustment mode screen.
b
Turn the CLOCK knob to adjust the
hours.
c
Press the CLOCK knob. The display
switches to minute adjustment.
d
Turn the CLOCK knob to adjust the
minutes.
e
Press the CLOCK knob to complete
clock adjustment.
The navigation system receives signals from
GPS satellites, updating the clock
automatically.
Models without navigation systemModels without display audioModels with navigation system
ENGINE START/STOP
Button
*
● Press the button to change the vehicle’s
power mode.Turn Signals
(P 136)
Turn Signal Control Lever
Right
Left
Lights
(P 136)
Wipers and Washers (P 140)
Light Control Switches
Low Beam High Beam
FlashingWiper/Washer Control Lever Adjustment Ring
*
: Long Delay
: Short Delay
MIST
OFF
INT: Low speed with intermittent
LO: Low speed wipe
HI: High speed wipe Pull toward
you to spray
washer fluid.
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19Quick Reference Guide
Maintenance
(P 349)
Under the Hood
(P 361)
● Check engine oil, engine coolant, and windshield washer
fluid. Add when necessary.
● Check brake fluid and clutch* fluid.
● Check the battery condition monthly.
a
Pull the hood release handle under the corner of the
dashboard.
b
Locate the hood latch lever, pull the lever up, and lift up
the hood.
c
When finished, close the hood and make sure it is firmly
locked in place.
Lights
(P 376)
● Inspect all lights regularly.
Wiper Blades
(P 389)
● Replace blades if they leave streaks
across the windshield.
Tires
(P 391)
● Inspect tires and wheels regularly.
● Check tire pressures regularly.
● Install snow tires for winter
driving.
* Not available on all models
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uuIndicators u
Instrument Panel
*1:Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.Indicator
Name
On/Blinking
Explanation
Message
*
ECON Mode
Indicator
*
●Comes on for a few seconds when
you turn the ignition switch to ON (w
*1, then goes off.
●Comes on when you press the
ECON button.
2ECON Button
* P. 325
CRUISE MAIN
Indicator
*
●Comes on when you press the
CRUISE button.
2Cruise Control * P. 326
—
CRUISE
CONTROL
Indicator
*
●Comes on if you have set a speed for
cruise control.
2 Cruise Control * P. 326
—
Washer Level
Indicator
*
●Comes on when the washer fluid
gets low.
●Refill the washer fluid.
2Refilling Window Washer Fluid
P. 375
—
Maintenance
Minder Indicator
*
●Comes on when the scheduled
maintenance is due soon.
2 Maintenance Minder
TM P. 353
—
i-VTEC Indicator
*
●Comes on when the i-VTEC system
switches the low RPM cams to the
high RPM cams.
●When the i-VTEC indicator comes on,
the rev indicator begins to come on
simultaneously.
2 i-VTEC indicator P. 83
—
Rev Indicators
*
●Come on when the tachometer
reading approaches the red zone.
2Rev indicators P. 83
—
IndicatorIndicator* Not available on all models
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uuIndicators uintelligent Multi-Information Display (i -MID) Warning and Information Messages
*
Continued
Instrument Panel
intelligent Multi-Information Display (i-MID) Warning and Information Messages
*
The following messages appear only on the i-MID. Press the (display/information) button to see the message again with the syst em
message indicator on.
Message
Condition
Explanation
●Appears when the fuel fill cap is loose or is not
installed.
2 Check/Tighten Fuel Cap Message P. 436
●Appears if there is a problem with the DRL system.
●Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
2Daytime Running Lights P. 139
●Appears when the washer fluid gets low.
●Refill the washer fluid.
2Refilling Window Washer Fluid P. 375
●Appears when the scheduled maintenance is due
soon.●Consequently, SERVICE DUE NOW and SERVICE
PAST DUE follow.
2 Maintenance Minder Messages on the i-MID P. 358
Canadian models* Not available on all models
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140
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, LO, HI)
Change the wiper switch setting according to
the amount of rain.■Adjusting the delay
*
Turn the adjustment ring to adjust the wiper
delay.■Washer
Sprays while you pull the lever toward you.
When you release the lever, the wipers make
two or three more sweeps before stopping.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
1 Wipers and WashersNOTICEDo not use the wipers when the windshield is dry.
The windshield will get scratched, or the rubber
blades will get damaged.NOTICEIn cold weather, the blades may freeze to the
windshield, becoming stuck.
Operating the wipers in this 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 intermitte ntly, the length of the wipe
interval shortens. When the vehicle starts moving, the
wipers make a single sweep.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 is equipped with a breaker that 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 wipers stop 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 adjustment ringAll models
Intermittent Time
Adjustment Ring
*
MIST
INT: OFF
LO : Low speed wipe
HI: High speed wipe Pull to
use
washer.
Low speed with
intermittent
Long delay
Short delay
* Not available on all models
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349
Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 350Safety When Performing Maintenance..... 351Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 352
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 353
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood ..... 361Opening the Hood ........................... 363
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 364
Oil Check ......................................... 365
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 367Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ..... 368
Engine Coolant ................................ 371
Transmission Fluid ............................ 373
Brake/Clutch Fluid ............................ 374
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 375
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 376Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades .......................................... 389Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 391Tire and Loading Information Label ...... 392Tire Labeling .................................... 392DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)....... 394Wear Indicators................................ 396 Tire Service Life ................................ 396
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 397
Tire Rotation .................................... 398
Winter Tires ..................................... 399
Battery ............................................... 400
Remote Transmitter Care
*
Replacing the Button Battery ........... 401
Heating and Cooling System
*/Climate
Control System
* Maintenance ....... 403
Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 404
Exterior Care.................................... 406
* Not available on all models
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361
Continued
Maintenance
Maintenance Under the HoodMaintenance Items Under the Hood1.8 ℓ engine models
Brake Fluid
(Black Cap)
Engine Coolant Reserve Tank
Radiator Cap
Washer Fluid
(Blue Cap)
Engine Oil Dipstick
(Orange Handle)
Clutch Fluid
(Light Gray Cap)
Engine Oil Fill Cap
BatteryManual transmission
models
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uMaintenance Items Under the Hood
Maintenance
2.4 ℓ engine models
Engine Oil Dipstick
(Orange Handle)
Washer Fluid
(Blue Cap)
Engine Coolant Reserve Tank
Radiator Cap Brake Fluid
(Black Cap)
Engine Oil Fill Cap
Clutch Fluid
(Light Gray Cap)
Battery
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uRefilling Window Washer Fluid
Maintenance
Refilling Window Washer FluidCheck 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, the washer level
indicator comes on.
If the washer fluid is low, a message appears
on the i-MID.
1Refilling Window Washer FluidNOTICEDo not use engine antifreeze or a vinegar/water
solution in the windshield washer reservoir.
Antifreeze can damage your vehicle's paint. A
vinegar/water solution can damage the windshield
washer pump.
Canadian models with information displayCanadian models with i-MID
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Continued
Handling the Unexpected
FusesFuse LocationsIf any electrical devices are not working,
turn the ignition switch to LOCK
(0
*1 and
check to see if any applicable fuse is blown.
Located near the brake fluid reservoir. 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 Protected
Amps
1
EPS
70 A
−
(40 A)
ABS/VSA Motor
30 A
ABS/VSA FSR
30 A
Wiper Motor
*2
−*3
30 A
(30 A)
Main Fuse
100 A
2
IG Main
30 A
*2
50 A
*3
Fuse Box Main 60 AFuse Box Main 2
60 A
Headlight Main 30 A
ST MG Switch
*2
−*3
30 A
(30 A)
Rear Defogger 30 A IG Main 2
*2
−*3
30 A
(30 A)
Blower 40 A −(30 A)
Sub Fan Motor 20 A
Main Fan Motor 20 A
3
−
−
4 −
*2
Left Headlight Low Beam
*3
−
15 A
5
START DIAG
*2
ST MG
*3
7.5 A
7.5 A
6 −
*2
Right Headlight Low Beam
*3
−
15 A
7
−
−
8− −
*1:Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button
instead of an ignition switch.
*2:Models with smart entry system
*3:Models without smart entry system9
−
−
10 − −
11
Oil Level
7.5 A
12 Fog Lights
*
(20 A)
13
Driver’s Power Seat Sliding
*
(20 A)
14 Hazard 10 A
15
FI Sub
15 A
16 IG Coil 15 A
17
Stop
15 A
18 Horn 10 A
19
Premium Amp
*
(20 A)
20 Right Headlight Low Beam
*2
Injection
*, *3
15 A
(15 A)
21
IGP
15 A
22 DBW 15 A
23
Left Headlight Low Beam
*2
Headlight Low Beam
*3
15 A
20 A
24 Driver’s Power Seat
Reclining
*
(20 A)
25
MG Clutch
7.5 A
26 Washer
*2
−*3
15 A
−
27
SMALL
20 A
28 Interior Lights 7.5 A
29
Backup
10 A
Circuit Protected
Amps
* Not available on all models