windshield wipers HONDA CR-V 2017 RM1, RM3, RM4 / 4.G Owners Manual

Visual Index
8
Quick Reference Guide
❙Windshield Wipers (P182, 575)
❙Door Lock/Unlock Control (P137)
❙How to Refuel (P532)
❙High-Mount Brake Light (P574)
❙Rear Wiper (P184, 577)
❙Brake/Taillights (P572)
❙Power Door Mirrors (P193)
❙Maintenance Under the Hood (P551)
❙Fog Lights* (P177, 570)
❙Multi-View Rear Camera (P529)
❙Front Turn Signal/Front Side Marker Lights
(P173, 572)
❙Tires (P579, 601)
❙Opening/Closing the Tailgate (P147)
❙Side Turn Signal Lights* (P173, 572)
❙Headlights (P174, 568)
❙Tailgate Release Button (P156)
❙Taillights (P573)
❙Rear Turn Signal Lights (P572)
❙Rear Side Marker Lights (P572)
❙Back-Up Lights (P573)
❙License Plate Light (P574)
❙Parking/Daytime Running Lights (P174, 181, 572)
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Quick Reference Guide
Turn Signals (P173)
Lights (P174)
Turn Signal Control Lever
Right
Left
Light Control Switches
Low Beam High Beam
Flashing
Wipers and Washers
(P182)
*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
cleaning the windshield or driving through a
car wash.
Steering Wheel (P191)
● 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
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uAuto High-Beam System*
Controls
Turn the headlight switch in AUTO and pull
the headlight lever to low beam.
2 Light Switches P. 174
The auto high-beam indicator (green) comes
on.
■Temporary cancellation
The auto high-beam operation is temporarily canceled while:
• You are continuously driving at a speed below 15 mph (24 km/h).
• The vehicle speed is below 6 mph (10 km/h).
• The windshield wipers run at high speed for more than a few seconds.
■To Operate the System1To Operate the System
For the auto high-beam system to work properly:
•Do not place an object that reflects light on the
dashboard.
•Keep the windshield around the camera clean.
When cleaning the windshield, be careful not to
apply the windshield cleanser to the camera lens.
•Do not attach an object, sticker or film in the area
around the camera.
•Do not touch the camera lens.
If the camera receives a st rong impact, or repairing of
the area near the camera is required, consult a dealer.
If the message appears:
•Use the climate control system to cool down the
interior and, if necessary, also use defroster mode
with the air flow directed towards the camera.
•Start driving the vehicle to lower the windshield
temperature, which cool s down the area around
the camera.
Headlight Switch
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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*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 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 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 Wipers/Washers1Wipers 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.
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 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.
If the wiper stops operating due to an 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
Intermittent Time
Adjustment Ring*
MIST
INT
*2/AUTO*3
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 stops 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 rain fall 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.
AUTO should always be turned OFF before the
following situation 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 ignition switch is in ON
(w*1.
■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, it stops operating
after a few more sweeps.
■Operating in reverse
When you shift th e transmission to
(R with the windshield wipe rs activated, the rear
wiper operates automatically as fo llows even if its switch is off.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button
instead of an ignition switch.
■Rear Wiper/Washer
INT : Intermittent
OFF ON : Continuous wipe
Washer
Front Wiper PositionRear Wiper Operation
INT (Intermittent)Intermittent
LO (Low speed wipe)
HI (High speed wipe)Continuous
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Index
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking................. 146
Auto High-Beam System .......................... 178
Automatic Brake Hold .............................. 510
Indicator ............................................ 82, 510
Automatic Intermittent Wipers ............... 183
Automatic Lighting .................................. 175
Average Fuel Economy ..................... 119, 124
Average Speed .......................................... 124
AWD (All-Wheel Drive) ............................ 500
B
Battery....................................................... 588
Charging System Indicator ................. 83, 619
Jump Starting .......................................... 611
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ........ 588
Maintenance (Replacing).......................... 590
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 40
Beverage Holders ...................................... 210
Blind spot information (BSI) System ........ 495
Bluetooth ® Audio ............................. 252, 308
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®............. 371, 394
Booster Seats (For Children) ....................... 75
Brake System ............................................. 506
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 512
Automatic Brake Hold.............................. 510
Brake Assist System ................................. 513
Fluid ........................................................ 566
Foot Brake ............................................... 509
Indicator (Red) ........................... 80, 621, 622
Parking Brake .......................................... 506 Brightness Control
(Instrument Panel).... 185
Bulb Replacement .................................... 568
Brake/Taillight, Rear Turn Signal Light and
Rear Side Marker Lights ......................... 572
Fog Lights ............................................... 570
Front Turn Signal/ Front Side Marker Lights .................................................... 572
Headlights ............................................... 568
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 574
Parking/Daytime Running Lights .............. 572
Rear License Plate Light ........................... 574
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator Lights .................................................... 572
Taillight and Back-Up Lights .................... 573
Bulb Specifications ................................... 634
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ............................... 76
Cargo Hook ............................................... 215
Carrying Cargo ................................. 433, 435
Certification Label .................................... 636
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 568
Charging System Indicator ................. 83, 619
Child Safety ................................................. 63
Childproof Door Locks............................. 145
Child Seat .................................................... 63
Booster Seats ............................................ 75
Child Seat for Infants................................. 65
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 66 Installing a Child Seat
with a Lap/Shoulder
Seat Belt ................................................. 71
Larger Children ......................................... 74
Rear-facing Child Seat............................... 65
Selecting a Child Seat ............................... 67
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 145
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 595
Cleaning the Interior ............................... 593
Climate Control System ........................... 221
Changing the Mode................................ 221
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows .............................................. 222
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 592
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode................... 222
Sensors ................................................... 225
Synchronized Mode ................................ 224
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 221
Clock ......................................................... 132
CMBSTM (Collision Mitigation Braking
SystemTM) ................................................ 514
Coat Hook ................................................ 214
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 514
Compact Spare Tire .......................... 601, 635
Compass .................................................... 428
Continuously Variable Transmission ....... 452
Creeping................................................. 452
Fluid ....................................................... 565
Kickdown ............................................... 452
Operating the Shift Lever .................. 23, 454
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 614
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Index
V
Valet Key.................................................. 135
Vanity Mirrors .............................................. 7
Vehicle Identification Number ................ 636
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®) ................. 492
Off Button .............................................. 493
Off Indicator ............................................. 87
System Indicator ....................................... 86
Viscosity (Oil) .................................... 554, 635
Voice Control Operation ......................... 281
Audio Commands ................................... 283
Climate Control Commands.................... 284
General Commands ................................ 284
Music Search Commands ........................ 284
On Screen Commands ............................ 284
Phone Commands .................................. 283
Useful Commands .................................. 283
Voice Portal Screen ................................. 282
Voice Recognition ................................... 281
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist) ................. 492
W
Wallpaper......................................... 238, 266
Warning and Information
Messages ......................................... 102, 103
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ............... 619
Warning Labels .......................................... 77
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided separately) .............................................. 642
Watts ........................................................ 634 WAV
.......................................................... 249
Wear Indicators (Tire) ............................... 584
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle) ........... 604
Wi-Fi Connection ...................................... 315
Window Washers ...................................... 182
Adding/Refilling Fluid ............................... 567
Switch ..................................................... 182
Windows (Opening and Closing) ............. 161
Windshield ................................................ 182
Cleaning .......................................... 593, 596
Defrosting/Defogging .............................. 222
Washer Fluid ........................................... 567
Wiper Blades ........................................... 575
Wipers and Washers ................................ 182
Winter Tires .............................................. 587
Snow Tires ............................................... 587
Tire Chains .............................................. 587
Wipers and Washers ................................. 182
Automatic Intermittent Wipers................. 183
Checking and Replacing Wiper Blades ..... 575
Front ....................................................... 182
Rear ........................................................ 184
WMA ................................................. 249, 305
Worn Tires ................................................. 579
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