wiper blades HONDA CIVIC HYBRID 2015 9.G Owners Manual

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. 27
For Safe Driving P. 28 Seat Belts P. 32 Airbags P. 39
2Instrument Panel P. 67
Indicators P. 68Gauges and intelligent Multi-Information Display (i-MID) P. 84
2Controls P. 101
Clock P. 102 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 103
Operating the Switches Ar ound the Steering Wheel P. 121
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items P. 139
2 Features P. 147
Audio System P. 148 Audio System Basic Operation P. 154
Customized Features P. 192 Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ® P. 205
2 Driving P. 231
Before Driving P. 232 Towing a Trailer P. 237
Rearview Camera P. 272 Refueling P. 273 Fuel Economy P. 276
2Maintenance P. 279
Before Performing Maintenance P. 280 Maintenance MinderTM P. 283
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 306
Climate Control System Maintenance P. 319
2Handling the Unexpected P. 325
Tools P. 326 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 327
Overheating P. 347 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 349
2Information P. 357
Specifications P. 358 Identification Numbers P. 360
Emissions Testing P. 363 Warranty Coverages P. 365
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Quick Reference Guide
Maintenance (P279)
Under the Hood (P288)
● Check engine oil, engine coolant, and windshield washer
fluid. Add when necessary.
● Check brake fluid.
● Check the 12-volt battery condition monthly.
aPull the hood release handle under the corner of the
dashboard.
bLocate the hood latch lever, pull the lever up, and lift up
the hood.
cWhen finished, close the hood and make sure it is firmly
locked in place.
Lights (P300)
● Inspect all lights regularly.
Wiper Blades (P306)
● Replace blades if they leave streaks
across the windshield.
Tires (P308)
● 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
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, 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 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, becoming stuck.
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 starts moving, the
wipers make a single sweep.
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.
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 wipe r switch to OFF, and set the power
mode to ACCESSORY or VEHICLE OFF (LOCK), then
remove the obstacle.
Intermittent Time
Adjustment Ring
MIST
INT: Low speed with
intermittent OFF
LO: Low speed wipe
HI: High speed wipe Pull to
use
washer.
Long delay
Short delay
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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 280
Safety When Performing Maintenance ..281
Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 282
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 283
Maintenance Under the Hood Maintenance Items Under the Hood .. 288
Opening the Hood ........................... 289
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 290
Oil Check ......................................... 291
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 292
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter .. 293
Engine Coolant ................................ 295
Transmission Fluid ............................ 297
Brake Fluid ....................................... 298
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 299
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 300
Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades .......................................... 306
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 308
Tire and Loading Information Label .. 309
Tire Labeling .................................... 309
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles).. 311Wear Indicators................................ 313 Tire Service Life ................................ 313
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 314
Tire Rotation .................................... 315
Winter Tires ..................................... 316
12 Volt Battery .................................. 317
Remote Transmitter Care
Replacing the Button Battery ........... 318
Climate Control System Maintenance.. 319Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 320
Exterior Care.................................... 322
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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.) Refer to the separate maintena nce booklet for detailed maintenance and
inspection information.
■Daily inspections
Perform inspections before long distance trips, when washing the vehicle, or when
refueling.
■Periodic inspections
• Check the continuously variable transmission fluid level monthly.
2 Continuously Variable Transmission Fluid P. 297
•Check the brake fluid level monthly.
2 Checking the Brake Fluid P. 298
•Check the tire pressure monthly. Examin e the tread for wear and foreign objects.
2Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 308
•Check the operation of the exterior lights monthly.
2 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 300
•Check the condition of the wiper bl ades at least every six months.
2Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 306
■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 i-MID.
2 Maintenance Service Items P. 286
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. 367
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
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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 Wiper Blade Rubber
1. Lift the driver side wiper arm first, then the
passenger side.
2. Place a cloth on the ed ge of the lock tab.
Push the lock tab up with a flat-tip screw
driver.
3. Slide the blade from the wiper arm.1Changing the Wiper Blade Rubber
NOTICE
Avoid dropping the wiper ar m; it may damage the
windshield.
Lock Tab
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uuChecking and Maintaining Wiper Blades uChanging the Wiper Blade Rubber
Maintenance
4. Slide the wiper blade out from its holder by
pulling the tabbed end out.
5. Remove the retainers from the rubber blade
that has been removed, and mount to a
new rubber blade.
u Correctly align the rubber protrusion and
the retainer grooves.
6. Slide the new wiper bl ade onto the holder
from the bottom end.
u The tab on the holder should fit in the
indent of the wiper blade.
7. Slide the wiper blade onto the wiper arm,
then push down the lock tab.
8. Lower the passenger side wiper arm first,
then the driver side.
Blade
Top Retainer
Blade
Tab Indent
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Index
Troubleshooting....................................... 325
Blown Fuse ...................................... 353, 354
Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 25
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door .......... 25
Emergency Towing .................................. 356
Engine Does Not Start.............................. 341
Noise When Braking .................................. 25
Overheating............................................. 347
Puncture/Flat Tire ............................. 327, 335
Rear Door Won’t Open ...................... 24, 112
Regular Gasoline.............................. 273, 358
Shift Lever Won’t Move ........................... 346
Warning Indicators .................................... 68
Trunk ......................................................... 114
Lid ........................................................... 114
Light Bulb ................................................ 358
Turn Signals ............................................... 124
Indicators (Instrum ent Panel) ...................... 74
U
Unlocking the Doors ................................. 106
Unlocking the Fron t Doors from the
Inside ......................................................... 17
USB Adapter Cable ........................... 148, 150
USB Flash Drives ........................................ 191
USB/HDMI ® Port ........................................ 149
Using the Smart Entr y with Push Button
Start System ............................................. 107
V
Vanity Mirrors ............................................... 7
Vehicle Identification Number ................ 360
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®).................. 259
Off Button............................................... 260
Off Indicator.............................................. 72
System Indicator ........................................ 71
Viscosity (Oil) .................................... 290, 359
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist) .................. 259
W
Warning and Information Messages ......... 80
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ............... 349
Warning Labels ........................................... 65
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided
separately) .............................................. 365
Watts ......................................................... 358
Wear Indicators (Tire) .............................. 313
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle) ........... 338
Window Washers ..................................... 128
Adding/Refilling Fluid .............................. 299
Switch ..................................................... 128
Windows (Opening and Closing) ............ 119
Windshield ................................................ 128
Cleaning ................................................. 323
Defrosting/Defogging .............................. 145
Washer Fluid ........................................... 299
Wiper Blades ........................................... 306
Wipers and Washers................................ 128 Winter Tires
.............................................. 316
Snow Tires .............................................. 316
Tire Chains.............................................. 316
Wipers and Washers ................................ 128
Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades ................................................... 306
WMA ......................................... 167, 175, 180
Worn Tires ................................................ 308
X
XM® Radio ................................................ 164
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