washer fluid HONDA CIVIC COUPE 2020 Owner's Manual (in English)

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Quick Reference Guide
Turn Signals (P 165)
Turn Signal Control Lever
Right
Left
Lights (P 166)
Light Control Switches
Models without default AUTO position switch
Low Beam High Beam
Flashing
Models with default AUTO position switch
Low BeamHigh Beam
Flashing
Wipers and Washers
(P 173)
*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 541)
Under the Hood (P 551)
● Check engine oil, engine coolant, and windshield washer fluid. Add
when necessary.
● Check brake/clutch
* 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 566)
● Inspect all lights regularly.
Wiper Blades (P 575)
● Replace blades if they leave
streaks across the windshield.
Tires (P 578)
● Inspect tires and wheels
regularly.
● Check tire pressures regularly.
● Install snow tires for winter
driving.
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uuIndicators uDriver Information Interface Wa rning and Information Messages
Instrument Panel
Driver Information Interface Warning and Information Messages
The following messages appear only on the driver information interface. Press the (display/information) button to see the mess age
again with the system message indicator on.
MessageConditionExplanation
●Appears if either door or the trunk is not completely
closed.
●Appears if either door or the trunk is opened while
driving. The b eeper sounds.
●Goes off when both doors and the trunk are closed.
●Appears when the washer fluid gets low.●Refill the washer fluid.
2Refilling Window Washer Fluid P. 565
●Appears when the scheduled maintenance is due
soon.
●Consequently, Maintenance Due Now and
Maintenance Past Due follow.
2Maintenance Minder Messages on the Driver
Information Interface P. 547
●Appears when there is a pr oblem with the sensor on
the battery.●Have your vehicle ch ecked by a dealer.
2Checking the Battery P. 588
●Appears along with the battery charging system
indicator when the batte ry is not charging.●Turn off the climate control sy stem and rear defogger to
reduce electricity consumption.
2 If the Charging System Indicator Comes On P. 632
●Appears when the engine coolant temperature gets
abnormally high.
2 Overheating P. 630
Canadian 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)
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, pa rk 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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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 542
Safety When Performing Maintenance .... 543Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance
Service ........................................... 544
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 545
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Un der the Hood .... 551Opening the Hood ........................... 553
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 554
Oil Check ......................................... 555
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 557
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter..... 558
Engine Coolant ................................ 561
Transmission Fluid ............................ 563
Brake/Clutch
* Fluid .......................... 564
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 565
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 566
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades.... 575Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 578
Tire and Loading Information Label ..... 579Tire Labeling .................................... 579DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) ...... 581Wear Indicators................................ 583
Tire Service Life ................................ 583 Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 584
Tire Rotation .................................... 585
Winter Tires ..................................... 586
Battery ............................................... 588
Remote Transmitter Care Replacing the Button Battery ........... 590
Climate Control System Maintenance.... 592CleaningInterior Care .................................... 593
Exterior Care.................................... 595
Accessories and Modifications Accessories ...................................... 598
Modifications................................... 599
* Not available on all models
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Maintenance
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood
1.5 L engine models
Brake/Clutch* Fluid
(Black Cap)
Reserve Tank Washer Fluid
(Blue Cap)
Engine Oil Dipstick
(Orange) Engine Oil Fill Cap Battery
Reserve Tank Cap
U.S. models
Washer Fluid
(Blue Cap)
Canadian models
* Not available on all models
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uMaintenance Items Under the Hood
Maintenance
2.0 L engine models
Brake/Clutch* Fluid
(Black Cap)
Reserve Tank Washer Fluid
(Blue Cap) Engine Oil Dipstick
(Orange)
Engine Oil Fill Cap Battery
Reserve Tank Cap
* 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 models
Canadian 1.5 L engine models
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Information
Specifications
■Vehicle Specifications
■ Air Conditioning
ModelCivic
No. of Passengers:
Front 2
Rear 3
Total 5
Weights:Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating See the certification label on the driver’s
doorjamb
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Front)See the certification label on the driver’s
doorjamb
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Rear)See the certification label on the driver’s
doorjamb
Refrigerant TypeHFO-1234yf (R-1234yf)
Charge Quantity 13.2 – 15.0 oz (375 – 425 g)
Lubricant TypeRL85HM (POE)
Quantity 4.7 – 6.3 cu-in (77 – 103 cm3)
2.0 L engine models■ Engine Specifications
■ Fuel
■ Washer Fluid
Displacement121.76 cu-in (1,996 cm3)
Spark Plugs NGK
DILKAR7H11GS
DILKAR7G11GS
DENSO DXE22HQR-D11S
Fuel:
TypeUnleaded gasoline, Pump octane number
of 87 or higher
Fuel Tank Capacity 12.39 US gal (46.9 L)
Tank CapacityU.S.: 2.6 US qt (2.5 L)
Canada: 4.8 US qt (4.5 L)
■ Light Bulbs
Headlights (Low Beam)55 W (H11)
Headlights (High Beam) 60 W (HB3)
Fog Lights*35 W (H8)
Parking/Daytime Running Lights LED
Front Side Marker Lights3 W
Front Turn Signal Lights 21 W (Amber)
Brake Lights21 W
Rear Turn Signal Lights 21 W (Amber)
Tail/Rear Side Marker LightsLED
Back-Up Lights 6 W
TaillightLED
High-Mount Brake Light LED
Rear License Plate LightLED
Interior Lights Map Lights 5 W
Ceiling Light 8 W
Vanity Mirror Lights
*2 W
Glove Box Light LED
Trunk Light 5 W
* Not available on all models
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uuSpecifications u
Information
■Vehicle Specifications
■ Air Conditioning
ModelCivic
No. of Passengers:
Front 2
Rear 3
Total 5
Weights:Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating See the certification label on the driver’s
doorjamb
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Front)See the certification label on the driver’s
doorjamb
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Rear)See the certification label on the driver’s
doorjamb
Refrigerant TypeHFO-1234yf (R-1234yf)
Charge Quantity 13.2 – 15.0 oz (375 – 425 g)
Lubricant TypeRL85HM (POE)
Quantity 4.7 – 6.3 cu-in (77 – 103 cm3)
1.5 L engine models■ Engine Specifications
*1: Models without SPORT mode
*2: Models with SPORT mode
■Fuel
*1: Models without SPORT mode
*2: Models with SPORT mode
■Washer Fluid
Displacement91.38 cu-in (1,498 cm3)
Spark Plugs NGK
NGKILZKAR8H8S*1
ILZKAR8J8SY*2
Fuel:
TypeUnleaded gasoline, Pump octane number
of 87 or higher*1
Unleaded premium gasoline, Pump octane
number of 91 or higher*2
Fuel Tank Capacity 12.39 US gal (46.9 L)
Tank CapacityU.S.: 2.6 US qt (2.5 L)
Canada: 4.8 US qt (4.5 L)
■
Light Bulbs
*1: Models with 215/50R17 tires
*2: Models with 235/40R18 tires
*3: Models without SPORT mode except Canadian TOURING
*4: Models with SPORT mode and Canadian TOURING
Headlights (Low Beam)55 W (H11)*1
LED*2
Headlights (High Beam) 60 W (HB3)*1
LED*2
Fog Lights35 W (H8)*3
LED*4
Parking/Daytime Running Lights LEDFront Side Marker Lights3 W
Front Turn Signal Lights 21 W (Amber)*1
LED*2
Side Turn Signal Lights
(on Door Mirrors)*LED
Brake Lights 21 W
Rear Turn Signal Lights21 W (Amber)
Tail/Rear Side Marker Lights LED
Back-Up Lights6 W
Taillight LED
High-Mount Brake LightLED
Rear License Plate Light LED
Interior LightsMap Lights5 WCeiling Light8 WVanity Mirror Lights*2 WGlove Box LightLEDTrunk Light5 W
* Not available on all models
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