ignition HONDA HR-V 2018 (in English) Service Manual
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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 wiper operation*
Turn the adjustment ring  to adjust the wiper 
delay.
■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.
■Windshield Wiper/Washer1 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.
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.
Models with adjustment ring
All models
Pull to 
use 
washer.
MIST
INT: Low speed with 
intermittent OFF
LO : Low speed wipe
HI: High speed wipe
Intermittent Time 
Adjustment Ring*
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
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 th e wiper and to spray the 
washer. Once released , it stops operating 
after a few more sweeps.
■Operating in reverse
When you shift the transmission to 
(R with the windshield wiper activated, the rear 
wiper operates automati cally as follows 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/Washer1 Wipers and Washers
If the wipers stop 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.
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.
ON
INT: Intermittent
OFF
Washer
Front Wiper PositionRear Wiper Operation
INT  (Intermittent)Intermittent
LO (Low speed wipe)
HI  (High speed wipe)Continuous
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uBrightness Control
Controls
Brightness Control
When the ignition switch is in ON (w*1, you 
can use the   (select/reset) knob to adjust 
instrument panel brightness.
Brighten:  Turn the knob to the right.
Dim:  Turn the knob to the left.
You will hear a beeper  when the brightness 
reaches minimum or maximum. Several 
seconds after you have adjusted the 
brightness, you will be returned to the 
previous screen.
■Brightness level indicator
The brightness level is shown on the 
information display while you are adjusting it.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an  ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an 
ignition switch.
1 Brightness Control
Instrument panel brightne ss varies, depending on 
whether the exterior lights are on or off. The 
instrument panel dims to  reduce glare when they are 
on.
If you turn the knob to the right until the brightness 
display is up to max, the beeper sounds. This cancels 
the reduced instrument panel brightness when the 
exterior lights are on.
The brightness can be set  differently for when the 
exterior lights are on, and when they are off.
 (Select/Reset) Knob
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uDefogger/Heated Door Mirror*/Heated Windshield*
Continued
Controls
Defogger/Heated Door Mirror*/Heated Windshield*
Press the rear defogger button or touch the 
icon to defog the rear window and mirrors 
when the ignition switch is in ON 
(w*1.
The rear defogger and heated door mirrors 
automatically switch of f after 10-30 minutes 
depending on the outside temperature.
However, if the outsid e temperature is 32°F 
(0°C) or below, they do not automatically 
switch off.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an  ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an 
ignition switch.
■Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror* Button1 Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror* Button
NOTICE
When cleaning the inside  of the rear window, be 
careful not to damage  the heating wires.
It is critical to wipe the window from side to side 
along the defogger  heating wires.
This system consumes a lot of power, so turn it off 
when the window has been defogged.
Also, do not use the system  for a long time while the 
engine is idling. This may  weaken the battery, making 
it difficult to  start the engine.Models with heating and cooling system
Models with climate control system
Models with climate control system
* Not available on all models
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Controls
Press the heated windshield button to deice 
the windshield when the ignition switch is 
turned to ON 
(w*1.
The heated windshield automatically switch 
off after 15 minutes.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an  ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an 
ignition switch.
■Heated Windshield Button
Canadian models1 Heated Windshield Button
This system consumes a lot of power, so turn it off 
when the window has been defogged or deiced.
Also, do not use the system  for a long time while the 
engine is idling. This may  weaken the battery, making 
it difficult to  start the engine.
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uuAdjusting the Mirrors uPower Door Mirrors
Controls
Power Door Mirrors
You can adjust the door mirrors when the 
ignition switch is in ON 
(w*1.
■Mirror position adjustment
L/R selector switch:  Select the left or right 
mirror. After adjusting the mirror, return the 
switch to the center position.
Mirror positi on adjustment switch:  Press 
the switch left, right, up,  or down to move the 
mirror.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an  ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an 
ignition switch.
Selector Switch
Adjustment Switch
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Controls
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items
Interior Lights
■ON
The interior lights come on regardless of 
whether the doors are open or closed.
■Door activated
The interior lights come on in the following 
situations:
• When any doors are opened.
• You unlock the driver’s door.
• You remove the key from the ignition 
switch.
• When the power mode is set to VEHICLE 
OFF (LOCK).
■OFF
The interior lights remain off regardless of 
whether the doors are open or closed.
■Interior Light Switches1 Interior Light Switches
In the door activated position, the interior lights fade 
out and go off about 30 se conds after the doors are 
closed.
The lights go off after 30 seconds in the following 
situations:
•When you unlock the driver’s door but do not open it.
•When you remove the key from the ignition switch 
but do not open a door.
•When you set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF 
(LOCK) but do not open a door.
The interior lights go off i mmediately in the following 
situations:
•When you lock the driver’s door.
•When you turn the ignition switch to ON ( w*1.
•When you close the driver’s door with the key in 
the ignition switch.
•When you close the driver’s door in ACCESSORY 
mode.
If you leave any of the doors open in VEHICLE OFF 
(LOCK) mode, or without  the key in the ignition 
switch, the interior li ghts go off after about 15 
minutes.
*1: Models with the sma rt entry system have an ENGINE 
START/STOP  button instead of an ignition switch.
Models without smart entry system
Models with smart entry system
Models without smart entry system
Models with smart entry system
On
Off
Door Activated Position
Front
*
Rear
Door Activated Position
Off
Models without smart entry system
Models with smart entry system
* Not available on all models
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Controls
The accessory power socket can be used wh en the ignition switch is in ACCESSORY 
(q or ON (w*1.
■Accessory power socket (console panel)
Open the cover to use it.
■Accessory power socket (rearward of 
center console)
Open the cover to use it.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an  ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an 
ignition switch.
■Accessory Power Sockets1 Accessory Power Sockets
NOTICE
Do not insert an automotive  type cigarette lighter 
element.
This can overheat the power socket.
Each accessory power soc ket is designed to supply 
power for 12 volt DC access ories that are rated 180 
watts (15 amps) or less.
To prevent battery drain,  only use the power socket 
with the engine running.
When both sockets are being used, the combined 
power rating of the accesso ries should not exceed 
180 watts (15 amps).
Cover
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Controls
The ignition switch must be in ON (w*1 to use 
the seat heaters.
Touch the seat heater icon.
Once - The HI setting (two indicators on)
Twice - The LO setting
Three times - The OFF setting (no indicator on)
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an  ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an 
ignition switch.
■Seat Heaters*1 Seat Heaters*
Do not use the seat heaters even in LO when the 
engine is off. Under such conditions, the battery may 
be weakened, making the engine difficult to start.
In the LO setting, the heat er runs continuously and 
does not automatically turn off.
3WARNING
Heat induced burns are possible when 
using seat heaters. 
Persons with a diminished ability to sense 
temperature (e.g., persons with diabetes, 
lower-limb nerve damage, or paralysis) or 
with sensitive skin should not use seat 
heaters.
* Not available on all models
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Controls
You hear the beep when operating the clim ate control system on the touch screen. 
This can be turned on and off. To turn off the beep:
1.Turn the ignition switch to ON 
(w*1.
2. Touch the   of the temperature control 
icon five times while pressing and holding 
the .
3. Release the  , after  -- blinks five times 
and  OF is displayed.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an  ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an 
ignition switch.
■Turning On and Off the Touch Screen Beep1 Turning On and Off the Touch Screen Beep
If you touch any other icon s during this procedure, 
the setting may fail. In this case, once you turn the 
ignition switch to OFF 
( 0*1, then follow this 
procedure again.
Models without SYNC icon
Models with SYNC icon
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