wiper blades HONDA CIVIC SEDAN 2014 Owner's Manual (in English)

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 manual (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. 68 Gauges and Displays P. 82
2Controls P. 103
Clock P. 104 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 106
Opening and Closing the Moonroof* P. 130
Adjusting the Seats P. 146
Climate Control System
* P. 165
2 Features P. 169
Audio System P. 170 Audio System Basic Operation P. 176, 179, 197
Customized Features* P. 233 Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ®* P. 246, 277
2Driving P. 303
Before Driving P. 304 Towing a Trailer P. 309
Rearview Camera* P. 342 Refueling P. 343 Fuel Economy P. 346
2Maintenance P. 349
Before Performing Maintenance P. 350 Maintenance MinderTM P. 353
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 389
Heating and Cooling System
*/Climate Control System* Maintenance P. 403
2 Handling the Unexpected P. 409
Tools P. 410 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 411
Overheating P. 433 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 435
2Information P. 443
Specifications P. 444 Identification Numbers P. 448
Emissions Testing P. 451 Warranty Coverages P. 453
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Quick 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.
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 (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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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 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 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 circ uit 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 ring
All models
Intermittent Time
Adjustment Ring*
MIST
INT: OFF
LO : Low speed wipe
HI: High speed wipe Pull to
use
washer.
Low speed with
intermittentLong delay
Short delay
* Not available on all models
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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 350
Safety 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 ............................ 367
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ..... 368
Engine Coolant ................................ 371
Transmission Fluid ............................ 373
Brake/Clutch Fluid ............................ 374
Refilling Window Wa sher Fluid......... 375
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 376
Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades .......................................... 389
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 391
Tire 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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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 tri ps, when washing the vehicle, or when
refueling.
■Periodic inspections
• Check the continuously variable transmission fluid level monthly.
2 Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) Fluid P. 373
•Check the brake fluid level monthly.
2 Brake/Clutch Fluid P. 374
•Check the tire pressure monthly. Examin e the tread for wear and foreign objects.
2Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 391
•Check the operation of the exterior lights monthly.
2 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 376
•Check the condition of the wiper bl ades at least every six months.
2Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 389
■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 information display
*/i-MID*.
2 Maintenance Service Items P. 355, 359
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. 455
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
* Not available on all models
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389Continued
Maintenance
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades
Checking Wiper Blades
If the wiper blade rubber has deteriorated, it will leave streaks and the metal wiper
arm 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 edge of the lock tab.
Push the lock tab up with a flat-tip
screwdriver.
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 blade 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
Windshield............................................... 140
Cleaning ................................................. 407
Defrosting/Defogging ..................... 164, 166
Washer Fluid ........................................... 375
Wiper Blades........................................... 389
Wipers and Washers ............................... 140
Winter Tires .............................................. 399
Snow Tires .............................................. 399
Tire Chains.............................................. 399
Wipers and Washers ................................ 140
Checking and Replacing Wiper Blades..... 389
WMA ................. 178, 184, 192, 207, 215, 220
Worn Tires ................................................ 391
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